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Unofficial promo picture shows the iPhone 17 Pro Max redesign (Image source: @asherdipps, edited)

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max may get better video camera, case leak confirms redesign and render video shows color choices

A new leak once again hints at a rather controversial iPhone 17 Pro redesign that could surprise Apple customers later this year. First reactions are divisive, but more renders and videos illustrate that the new camera bump might ...

Alexander Fagot, 24 Feb 2025 00:16

The alleged designs of all four iPhone 17 models are shown in new CAD renderings (Image source: @asherdipps)

iPhone 17 CAD renderings show unusual design of all four Apple smartphones for 2025

The iPhone 17 Air and iPhone 17 Pro have already appeared in numerous images and concept renderings, and a recent case leak also confirmed the iPhone 17 Pro Max redesign. But what about the base iPhone 17? New CAD renderings suppo...

Alexander Fagot, 23 Feb 2025 23:22

The Hasselblad camera in the Oppo Find X8 Ultra may get big improvements in two areas (Image source: DMV, Weibo)

Find X8 Ultra becomes "Night God": Oppo hypes its Hasselblad flagship camera

A high-ranking Oppo employee has confirmed that the new Hasselblad camera in the upcoming Find X8 Ultra flagship is supposed to be better than its predecessor and the competition in at least two important aspects. Interestingly, t...

Alexander Fagot, 23 Feb 2025 21:30

The Galaxy S25 series smartphones are available in various configurations but they don't use Samsung's own memory and storage chips. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung confirms Galaxy S25 series uses Micron RAM and storage

Samsung's Galaxy S25 series is equipped with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite processor in all regions. However, that isn't the only important component supplied by an American company as the phones' RAM and storage have been confirm...

Habeeb Onawole, 23 Feb 2025 18:34

ESR's iPhone 16e case range. (Image source: ESR)

iPhone 16e: Third-party cases restore MagSafe experience to new 'bargain' handset

Apple has determined that going entry-level with its iPhones entails losing out on MagSafe with the new 16e. However, companies such as ESR and Spigen assert that you can bring it back - albeit with the additional purchase of one ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Feb 2025 18:19

Xiaomi 15 Ultra could be bundled with the Xiaomi Watch S4 at launch (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi 15 Ultra leak showcases a new camera kit and reveals pre-order bundle deal

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is about to make its global debut at MWC 2025. Just a week before the unveiling, a new leak has showcased the revamped camera kit that will be available for the Leica flagship phone. It has also shed light on t...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 Feb 2025 17:51

iQoo 15 Pro tipped to launch as 7,000mAh battery flagship smartphone

iQoo is now believed to call its next-gen flagship Android smartphone the 15 Pro, even though the brand's most premium handset of the moment is the 13. The upcoming device is now tipped to come to build on the battery upgrades of ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Feb 2025 16:57

Google Pixel 9a leaks in a Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leak. Pictured: Pixel 9a render. (Image source: WinFuture - edited)

Google Pixel 9a makes an unexpected appearance in Galaxy S25 Edge leak

The Google Pixel 9a is expected to launch sometime in March. This upcoming affordable phone has now made an unexpected appearance in one of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leaks.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 Feb 2025 06:47

The Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro comes in 3 regular colors (black, green and yellow) as well as a bright red Iron Man edition. Image source: Notebookcheck

Verdict on the Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro: One of the best smartphones for under $400

Those not wanting to splash exorbitant amounts of money a good smartphone are advised to take a look Xiaomi's Poco brand, which has some exciting candidates. The latest addition is the Poco X7 Pro, which scored very well in our re...

Manuel Masiero, 23 Feb 2025 03:47

Motorola has made minimal design changes with this year's flagship Razr foldable. (Image source: via Evan Blass)

Motorola Razr 60 Ultra surfaces in fetching Rio Red leaked images

A renowned leaker has revealed one of the launch colours for Motorola's next-generation Razr foldable. Launching later this year as the Razr 60 Ultra and Razr Ultra 2025, the device is expected to feature a familiar design but the...

Alex Alderson, 23 Feb 2025 01:29

The Hi Nova 12z doesn't exactly have high-end specs (Image source: Huawei)

New budget-friendly Huawei Hi Nova 12z smartphone features 108MP camera

The Hi Nova 12z is a new and rather low-end smartphone from Huawei, even though it features a relatively striking camera module. Right now, the handset is only available in China.

Silvio Werner, 22 Feb 2025 19:22

Vivo X200 Ultra and X200s each tipped to come in three colors

The X200 Ultra is tipped to launch as a top-end Android smartphone with Vivo's most cutting-edge Zeiss-branded cameras to date later in 2025. It is now tipped to have a slightly more vibrant range of rear panel colors than its pre...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Feb 2025 18:59

Pictured here: An iPhone 16E running Visual Intelligence. (Image source: Apple)

iPhone 16 exclusive AI feature coming soon to iPhone 15 Pro

It's official. Visual Intelligence is finally coming to the iPhone 15 Pro models. And it's all thanks to the newly launched iPhone 16E.

Kristen Spradlin, 22 Feb 2025 18:04

The latest 15 Ultra design preview. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 15 Ultra: Top-end cameras leak in full

One-inch sensor, 200MP periscope lens with wide-range lossless zoom, second telephoto for 10-centimeter macros: Xiaomi's next "imaging flagship" Android smartphone is now backed to have it all on its imminent launch. Its new "end-...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Feb 2025 17:09

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra can clearly be made out in the company's latest official teaser. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra global launches officially confirmed before MWC 2025 releases

Xiaomi has officially confirmed plans to reveal not just one flagship next month, but also a second smaller option. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra will be joined by the Xiaomi 15, but not the Xiaomi 15 Pro.

Alex Alderson, 22 Feb 2025 13:43

Until now, Samsung has only offered anti-reflective coatings on Galaxy S Ultra smartphones. (Image source: Samsung)

Future Samsung Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip foldables tipped to launch with anti-reflective coating like Galaxy S25 Ultra

Samsung's popular anti-reflective coating showcased on the Galaxy S24 Ultra and Galaxy S25 Ultra could soon be heading to its Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip foldables if new rumours are accurate. Allegedly, the change could occur...

Alex Alderson, 22 Feb 2025 13:36

The Armor 28 Ultra has a second AMOLED display on the back (Image Source: Ulefone)

Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra: Full specs and release date of rugged smartphone with thermal camera revealed

Ulefone is launching a new smartphone with two model variants. Regardless of the SKU, users can look forward to a rich feature set, a decent amount of performance and a rugged design including a secondary display on the back.

Silvio Werner, 21 Feb 2025 22:52

Apple users in the UK will soon lose out on a key security feature (image source: Notebookcheck)

iCloud end-to-end encryption no longer available for new and existing users in the UK

Apple has announced that its UK-based users can no longer enable Advanced Data Protection. The opt-in feature added end-to-end encryption to your iCloud backup, and users who switched it on will have to disable it to continue usi...

Anil Ganti, 21 Feb 2025 19:31

The OnePlus Open. (Image source: OnePlus)

Deal | OnePlus Open: $400 discount plus free Buds Pro 3 worth $179

OnePlus is currently running a limited-time offer on its foldable phone, the OnePlus Open. The deal also includes free OnePlus Buds Pro 3, worth $179.

Huzefa Baloch, 21 Feb 2025 18:04

Several Galaxy S24 Ultra users are experiencing rips in their pockets from the edges of their phones. (Image source: Reddit)

Galaxy S24 Ultra's sharp edges are ripping through people's pockets

Samsung seems to have found another way to make holes in people’s pockets as the Galaxy S24 Ultra is literally ripping through jeans. Hopefully the S25 Ultra will deliver a better and safer experience.

Vineet Washington, 21 Feb 2025 17:52

The Nothing Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro will look different on the rear. (Image source: Android Headlines)

Nothing Phone 3a and 3a Pro full spec sheet shows more similarities than differences

The Nothing Phone (3a) series will include a standard model and a pro model, and a full spec sheet leak has revealed the two phones will only differ in a few areas. This is in addition to both phones having a different design.

Habeeb Onawole, 21 Feb 2025 16:54

Oppo Find X9 Ultra tipped to launch as thinner flagship smartphone than OnePlus 13

The Oppo Find X8 Ultra is an upcoming flagship Android smartphone tipped to beat equally premium namesakes like the Vivo X200 Ultra and Xiaomi 15 Ultra to an upgrade to a cutting-edge flat display. Its successor might have a simil...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Feb 2025 16:44

Honor 400 tipped to launch as compact Android smartphone with huge battery

The Honor 300 is already projected to be supplanted by an Android smartphone with a significant battery upgrade to go with its new SoC. Now, the "400" is thought to have a smaller display compared to its predecessor. It might be j...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Feb 2025 15:47

Apple iPhone 16e hits Geekbench with worse CPU and GPU performance numbers than the iPhone 16

The iPhone 16e looks to have made its first trip over to Geekbench, showing off decent performance numbers. Unfortunately, it appears the new iPhone performs worse than the vanilla iPhone 16 across both CPU and GPU tests.

Ricci Rox, 21 Feb 2025 14:33

The Mix Fold 4 launched in July last year. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

No Mix Fold 5 this year: Xiaomi allegedly postpones release of expected Galaxy Z Fold7 rival

According to a new leak, Xiaomi has now shelved its plans to launch the Mix Fold 5 this year. The book-style foldable was expected to launch in the second half of the year as an alternative to the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 b...

Ricci Rox, 21 Feb 2025 10:24

Leaked display sizes of the upcoming Apple closely match those of the Oppo Find N2 pictured above. (Image Source: Oppo)

Upcoming Apple foldable phone to be identical to the Oppo Find N series but with an exciting twist

A new leak has now revealed exclusive information on Apple's upcoming foldable device. Supposedly, the foldable will share similarities with both Oppo's Find N series and Google's foldables, but with a novel screen ratio for both ...

Ricci Rox, 21 Feb 2025 07:21

The Nothing Phone (3a) and Nothing Phone (3a) Pro look nothing alike (image source: Nothing)

Sleek Nothing Phone (3a) Pro and Nothing Phone (3a) design revealed by new leak

A new leak shows off the Nothing Phone (3a) and Nothing Phone (3a) Pro in all their glory. They have remarkably different designs, especially when it comes to the rear camera modules. This will allow users to easily distunguish be...

Anil Ganti, 21 Feb 2025 06:10

The new Apple A18’s 4-core GPU may be better than you might think

Apple has finally launched its budget-friendly iPhone 16e, ditching the old naming scheme and giving it a powerful A18 SoC. The GPU part of the chip lost one core on its way to the new phone but in spite of that fact, its performa...

Anton Avdyushkin, 21 Feb 2025 00:27

Sony Mobile has shunned making an appearance at MWC in recent years. (Image source: Science and Knowledge/Unsplash - edited)

Chances of Sony Xperia 1 VII launch at MWC 2025 virtually nil

While some shady Sony Xperia 1 VII rumors have trickled out, it appears at least one fact about the 2025 flagship smartphone can be practically confirmed. Anyone hoping for a reveal or even a launch of the Mark 7 variant of the Xp...

Daniel R Deakin, 20 Feb 2025 22:48

The RedMagic 10 Pro Golden Saga Edition will now be available outside China. (Image source: RedMagic)

Nubia's RedMagic 10 Pro Golden Saga Edition with gold internals gets a global release

The RedMagic 10 Pro Golden Saga Edition is a limited edition of the manufacturer's latest gaming smartphone. Now sporting premium materials including a sapphire glass back panel and gold-plated internals, the phone is now availabl...

Habeeb Onawole, 20 Feb 2025 22:46

It is unclear how Samsung will implement S Pen support on the Galaxy Z Fold7, predecessor pictured. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 tipped to offer 'better writing experience' thanks to new but thicker S Pen

The launch of the Galaxy Z Fold7 is still a few months away. Nonetheless, a leaker has revealed new details about the device's S Pen accessory, which is set to be overhauled from the one Samsung offers with the Galaxy Z Fold6. Whi...

Alex Alderson, 20 Feb 2025 20:27

Third parties are filling the void of Oppo's Find N5 release strategy. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo Find N5 already available to import worldwide with global version also available

Oppo has decided against offering the Find N5 in as many countries as the OnePlus Open was available. Nonetheless, importers have filled the gap by opening pre-orders worldwide for what is currently the world's thinnest foldable. ...

Alex Alderson, 20 Feb 2025 20:17

Honor Magic V4 backed to challenge Oppo Find N5 for thinnest foldable title

Oppo has just unleashed the Find N5 as the world's slimmest foldable Android smartphone to date, even when closed. However, Honor is reportedly aiming even higher in these terms with its upcoming Magic V4. The device might launch ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Feb 2025 18:22

The Nothing Phone 3a and Nothing Phone 3a Pro have been spotted on Geekbench (image source: Nothing)

Nothing Phone (3a) and Nothing Phone (3a) Pro show up on Geekbench ahead of March launch

Nothing's upcoming mid-rangers, the Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro, have shown up on Geekbench with a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC. The former comes with 8 GB of RAM and the latter with 12 GB.

Anil Ganti, 20 Feb 2025 17:18

The X200 Ultra could bring a few upgrades to the table over the existing X200 Pro, pictured. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X200 Ultra: Launch month tipped with Apple style Action Button with possible Vivo X200s also in the works

A new report has revealed plans to some of Vivo's next flagship smartphone releases. Reportedly, the Vivo X200 Ultra will be arriving this spring with an Apple-style Action Button, possibly with a Vivo X200s in tow too.

Alex Alderson, 20 Feb 2025 17:06

Oppo advertises the Find N5 as the first IPX9-certified foldable. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo Find N5: Oppo answers question about global availability after launching world's thinnest foldable

Oppo has now released the Find N5 as the new high-end Android foldable to beat. Unfortunately, the arrival of the Find N5 coincides with official confirmation that Oppo will not be releasing its sub 9 mm foldable in Europe.

Alex Alderson, 20 Feb 2025 13:39

Apple no longer sells new units of the iPhone 14 and iPhone SE (2022). (Image source: Apple)

Apple discontinues the iPhone 14 and iPhone SE (2022) but still sells refurbished units of the former

Apple has removed listings of the iPhone 14 and iPhone SE (3rd generation) from its iPhone page. However, while it still sells refurbished units of the iPhone 14, the iPhone SE is no longer available to buy.

Habeeb Onawole, 20 Feb 2025 13:37

This could be the OnePlus 13T. (Image Source: Oppo, via WhyLab on Weibo)

Potential OnePlus 13T makes appearance in Oppo marketing video

Word on the grapevine indicates OnePlus is readying a compact device to launch sometime this year. Said device could be branded as the OnePlus 13 Mini or OnePlus 13T and may just have made a sneaky appearance in an official Oppo m...

Ricci Rox, 20 Feb 2025 09:46

Blade GT Ultra: An enhanced version of the visually striking smartphone (Image source: Doogee)

Blade GT Ultra: Nothing Phone (2) lookalike gets new version with several upgrades

The Blade GT Ultra, a new smartphone from Doogee, is clearly inspired by the design of another phone. Compared with the non-Ultra version, this model features a different SoC, upgraded memory and increased internal storage.

Silvio Werner, 20 Feb 2025 07:34

The Exmor T sensor has already found its way inside Mark 5 and Mark 6 Sony Xperia 1 smartphones. (Image source: Sony - edited)

New Sony Xperia 1 VII rumor says there will be more of Exmor T

Another Sony Xperia 1 VII rumor has come to light, this time in regard to the camera equipment. It’s possible the 2025 Xperia 1 might enjoy a decent upgrade in this department over its 2024 predecessor. However, like all current r...

Daniel R Deakin, 20 Feb 2025 02:11

The Poco X7 is a solid mid-range offering but doesn't perform noticeably better than the Poco X6. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Poco X7 vs Poco X6 performance comparison: Upgrading does not seem to make much sense

The Poco X7 has now gone through our in-house tests to get a clearer idea of how it performs. The mid-ranger delivers solid benchmark numbers in in isolation but fails to offer any significant improvements over last year's Poco X6...

Ricci Rox, 19 Feb 2025 23:52

The Pixel 9a and iPhone 16e should be direct competitors (Image source: Winfuture / Apple)

Apple iPhone 16e vs. Google Pixel 9a: Competing mid-range smartphones compared

The Apple iPhone 16e has been reveled and will start shipping next week. With prices starting at $599, the successor to the iPhone SE 3 is more expensive than expected. The Google Pixel 9a is rumored to compete directly with the i...

Hannes Brecher, 19 Feb 2025 20:00

The Find N5 and its magnetic accessories. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo Find N5 tipped to launch as lighter foldable smartphone than Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6

Oppo is due to launch the Find N5 as its latest foldable Android smartphone tomorrow (February 20, 2025). Its latest leak purports to spill its specs in more detail than ever before, thereby potentially exposing it as the lightest...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Feb 2025 18:38

The Apple iPhone 16e is now official (image source: Apple)

iPhone 16e: iPhone SE successor announced with Apple's new 5G modem and a higher-than-anticipated price tag

Apple has finally lifted the covers off its supposedly affordable iPhone. But in the company's defence, it comes with pretty decent hardware such as an A18 chip, a 48 MP camera sensor and an Action Button.

Anil Ganti, 19 Feb 2025 17:55

The Samsung Galaxy A06 5G has made its debut in India and it brings notable upgrades over the 4G variant. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy A06 5G launches with 90Hz display, Dimensity 6300, and a promise of 4 OS upgrades

The Galaxy A06 5G is the first Galaxy A0 model with 5G support. However, it isn't just the Galaxy A04 4G with a 5G modem as the new phone packs a higher refresh rate, better build, and longer software support.

Habeeb Onawole, 19 Feb 2025 17:43

The X200 series might expand in 2025. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X200s tipped to launch with better battery and charging specs than X200

Vivo is thought to provide a refresh of its current vanilla Android flagship smartphone in mid-2025. It is now thought to have various strategic upgrades over the plain X200, one of which might concern its battery. The X200s is no...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Feb 2025 17:31

A new leak reveals how much Nothing's upcoming phones will cost in Europe (image source: Nothing)

Nothing Phone (3a) and Nothing Phone (3a) Pro European prices revealed by new leak

A well-known leaker has revealed how much the Nothing Phone (3a) and Nothing Phone (3a) Pro will cost in some European countries. The former will be available in two memory/storage configurations, while the latter will be restrict...

Anil Ganti, 19 Feb 2025 13:23

The Xiaomi 15 debuted in late October but its successor could arrive a month earlier. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 16 and OnePlus 14 potentially set to debut in September

According to a new leak, China's major Android flagships could launch even earlier than normal this year. Apparently, flagships like the Xiaomi 16, OnePlus 14, and Vivo X300 could arrive as early as September, potentially right af...

Ricci Rox, 19 Feb 2025 10:43

The Redmi Pad Pro 5G remains Redmi's most premium tablet for now. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Leak reiterates features and launch info of upcoming Redmi gaming tablet

A new leak has now provided some more information on the upcoming Redmi gaming tablet. The tablet is scheduled to debut later in the year and will feature an 8-inch LCD screen, a flagship chipset, and some other interesting featur...

Ricci Rox, 19 Feb 2025 09:12

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE will reuse a lot of the components from the Galaxy Z Flip 6 pictured here (image source: Notebookcheck)

Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE rumours resurface with Exynos 2400 at the helm

A new leak speaks about a second Galaxy Flip device from Samsung. It is widely speculated to be the Galaxy Z Flip 7, which will sport more or less the same hardware as its last-gen counterpart, but replace the Qualcomm SoC with an...

Anil Ganti, 19 Feb 2025 08:12