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iQoo Z9 Turbo Endurance: Four key highlights revealed ahead of launch

The iQoo Z9 Turbo, launched earlier this year, came with a large 6,000mAh battery. The company has now announced the Z9 Turbo Endurance, which offers an even larger battery along with a few additional upgrades.

Huzefa Baloch, 30 Dec 2024 15:42

Redmi Turbo 4 launches in China on January 2 (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi confirms launch date for iPhone 16-looking Redmi Turbo 4

After promotional posters were spotted, Xiaomi has now officially disclosed the launch date of the Redmi Turbo 4. This iPhone 16-looking mid-range smartphone is set to debut in China on January 2, 2025.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 30 Dec 2024 13:20

Xiaomi 10000 magnetic wireless power bank costs ~$23 in China (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi debuts new magnetic power bank with built-in cable and 33W fast charging support

The Xiaomi 10000 magnetic wireless power bank has made its official debut. It has a built-in cable, up to 33W fast charging support, and a decent 10,000mAh battery capacity. The launch price in China is CNY 169, around $23.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 30 Dec 2024 12:32

The MediaTek Dimensity 9400 launched in October 2024. (Image source: MediaTek, Unsplash, edited)

Dimensity 9500 specifications leak with new CPU architecture, notable frequency uplift, and promise of big performance gain

Specifications of the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 have leaked online. The SoC reportedly features a new "Travis + Gelas" CPU architecture with eight cores. The leak also alleges a big clock speed boost for the SoC with the Dimensity 9...

Fawad Murtaza, 30 Dec 2024 11:38

The Poco X7 may debut globally in less than a week's time. (Image source: via Paras Guglani)

Xiaomi Poco X7 release date and pricing rear their heads in new leak

Alleged pricing and a release date for one of Xiaomi's next mid-range smartphones have emerged online. The new details arrive after specifications for the Poco X7 were shared last week.

Alex Alderson, 30 Dec 2024 02:14

Xiaomi has set a specific launch date for Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the global Xiaomi 15. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Specific launch date set for Xiaomi 15 Ultra and global Xiaomi 15

A very specific launch date for the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has been officially announced just a few days before the year's end. The global Xiaomi 15 will likely be launched at the same time as the Leica camera flagship of 2025.

Alexander Fagot, 30 Dec 2024 00:23

EU imposes USB-C charging to tablets, smartphones, cameras, and more (Image source: Generated using DALL·E 3)

One charger to rule them all: USB-C is the official standard for all new phones, tablets and cameras in the EU

At the end of last week, the European Commission announced that the Common Charger Directive, which was approved in October 2022, is finally going live. Now, all devices sold in the EU—including smartphones, tablets, cameras, keyb...

Codrut Nistor, 30 Dec 2024 00:15

Redmi Turbo 4 spotted with iPhone 16-like design (Image source: Oneline科技 on Weibo)

Redmi Turbo 4 promos reveal iPhone 16-like design

Xiaomi is expected to launch the Redmi Turbo 4 early next year, with the non-Pro variant featuring a new MediaTek SoC. The promotional pictures of this new affordable smartphone have now been spotted.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 29 Dec 2024 19:56

Oppo Find N5: Key specifications leaked ahead of expected 2025 launch

The Oppo Find N3 is a premium foldable smartphone launched in 2023. The successor to the N3, the Find N5, is expected to launch in 2025. A new leak has surfaced online, revealing the specifications of the upcoming foldable smartph...

Huzefa Baloch, 29 Dec 2024 19:28

Tecno Camon 40 series leaks with new design and 4G/LTE-only variants

Tecno is gearing up to debut the Camon 40 series as its latest mid-tier Android smartphones, according to some new leaks. They are tipped to start at affordable prices with non-5G variants, which will nonetheless have the line's u...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Dec 2024 18:24

An "Enjoy 70X" leak. (Image source: GizmoChina)

Huawei Enjoy 70X tipped to debut as world-first Kirin 8000A-powered smartphone with satellite messaging

Huawei is now projected to bring satellite messaging to an affordable tier of the Chinese smartphone market with the Enjoy 70X. The device might also have a new version of the Kirin 8000 processor, a 50MP rear camera and a design ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Dec 2024 17:45

A "Galaxy S25 Slim" render. (Image source: SK, Youtube)

Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim to miss out on early 2025 Unpacked event

The Galaxy S25 Slim is tipped to launch as a new kind of flagship Android smartphone from Samsung in the new year. It is believed to have the OEM's most cutting-edge rear cameras as well as a new, thinner form-factor in order to c...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Dec 2024 16:53

Android 15 is one of two OS upgrades promised for the HMD Pulse Pro. (Image source: HMD Global)

HMD Global begins Android 15 rollout, starting with the Pulse Pro

The HMD Pulse Pro is the first of HMD's smartphones to be upgraded to Android 15. The new version of Android brings a performance boost, battery management improvements, and security and privacy upgrades.

Habeeb Onawole, 29 Dec 2024 08:49

New leak suggests that the Galaxy S25 Ultra may not see significant camera hardware changes (Image source: Dbrand)

Galaxy S25 Ultra: Leak details camera sensors of the upcoming Samsung flagship phone

If past leaks stand correct, Samsung will launch the Galaxy S25 series on January 22. Way ahead of this Unpacked launch event, a new leak has now detailed the camera sensors that the S25 Ultra could feature.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 29 Dec 2024 08:03

BV8200: Rugged smartphone with second screen and flashlight. (Image source: Blackview)

BV8200: Blackview's new, rugged smartphone launches with secondary display and two flashlights at half price

The BV8200 is a new smartphone with a secondary display on the back and two flashlights. Several certifications attest to the device's durability against dust, water or temperature extremes. Two SIM cards and a memory card can be ...

Silvio Werner, 29 Dec 2024 02:42

Apple is planning an iPhone completely without display edges, but seems to be having technical issues in making this a reality. (Image source: Ilya Miskov)

Apple reportedly planning flat but completely edgeless iPhone display

According to a recent industry report, Apple is planning an iPhone display that is very different from what is currently in fashion in China, namely the quad-curved trend from Xiaomi and others. It also has nothing in common with ...

Alexander Fagot, 29 Dec 2024 01:18

The Huawei Pura 70 Ultra. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Pura 80 Ultra: Leak reveals camera details

The Huawei Pura 70 series was launched in April, featuring several models, including the Pura 70 Ultra. The successor to the Pura 70 Ultra, the Pura 80 Ultra, is expected to launch next year. A new leak has revealed the potential ...

Huzefa Baloch, 28 Dec 2024 21:22

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold. (Image source: Google)

Deal | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold gets a limited-time discount

Google touts its Pixel 9 Pro Fold as its best foldable Android smartphone yet thanks to its upgraded Tensor chipset and thinner, more "elegant" build. It is also the first Gemini AI-powered device of its series. The Super Actua Fl...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Dec 2024 18:28

Apple has halted the sale of the third-gen iPhone SE (Image source: Florian Schmitt)

Significant gap in iPhone lineup after Apple withdraws several models from sale in the EU

The iPhone lineup has been reduced effective today, and Apple certainly wouldn't have wanted things to go this way. Whilst this involuntary downsizing of the iPhone range isn’t entirely uncontroversial, the company itself is parti...

Silvio Werner, 28 Dec 2024 18:20

A Galaxy A56 render. (Image source: Android Headlines)

Samsung Galaxy A56 5G spotted as upcoming ~$400 Android smartphone

The Galaxy A56 will debut as a new mid-range Android smartphone in multiple regions worldwide, according to a new leak. It is believed to bring a number of in-demand Samsung features to its affordable tier of the market, the OEM's...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Dec 2024 17:44

Apple's Camera Control. (Image source: Apple)

Mystery Android smartphone to debut with Apple Camera Control-style buttons for gaming

Apple has popularized the concept of adding extra capacitive buttons to mobile devices with the iPhone 16 series. The first-gen Camera Control has reportedly inspired an Android smartphone to follow the trend with one of its next ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Dec 2024 16:27

The Vivo X100 Ultra. (Image source: Vivo)

Leak reveals upcoming Vivo smartphones for 2025

A new leak outlines Vivo's potential 2025 product roadmap. The leak includes launch details for highly anticipated models like the X200 Ultra and X Fold 4.

Huzefa Baloch, 28 Dec 2024 14:37

The Vivo X200 Ultra is expected to be able to record 4K120 videos with all cameras, an old Sony Xperia feature. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X200 Ultra: 35mm Zeiss camera flagship borrows a feature from the Sony Xperia 1

The Vivo X200 Ultra is getting more and more exciting. Not only is the main camera expected to offer three camera sensors of roughly the same size and a native 35mm focal length, but also 4K120 video recording, as the latest clues...

Alexander Fagot, 28 Dec 2024 07:13

Samsung is said to be getting exclusive access to Corning's Gorilla Glass Armor 2 on the Galaxy S25 Ultra, according to a leaker. (Image source: Android Headlines, edited)

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra expected to get next-gen Gorilla Glass Armor

With the Galaxy S24 Ultra, Samsung was the first to install a highly anti-reflective display protection glass that actually makes a difference in everyday life. The successor is now likely to build upon this advantage, as a well-i...

Alexander Fagot, 28 Dec 2024 06:29

The OnePlus Open 2 might look like this. (Image source: Smartprix)

Leaked renders provide alleged first look at the OnePlus Open 2

The OnePlus Open 2 is one of the highly-anticipated foldable smartphones of 2025, arriving more than a year since its predecessor. Now, a leak has revealed what the Android flagship may look like when it is announced.

Habeeb Onawole, 27 Dec 2024 21:36

OnePlus 13R to feature a 6,000 mAh battery (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 13R to miss out on the massive battery upgrade seen in its Chinese counterpart

The OnePlus Ace 5 series is now official in China, and the standard phone within the lineup is expected to make a global debut as the OnePlus 13R. However, unlike the predecessor, it seems that the specs won't be identical to the ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 27 Dec 2024 19:30

The K70 Extreme Edition. (Image source: Redmi)

Redmi K80 Ultra tipped to launch as high-capacity Android smartphone with next-gen flagship-grade SoC

Redmi is now thought to build on the success of the K70 Extreme Edition (or Xiaomi 14T Pro for the global market) with an even more powerful smartphone called the K80 Ultra. However, other brands are currently working on challenge...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Dec 2024 19:27

Oppo Find X8S and X8 Mini tipped to launch as flagship series Android smartphones with SoC refresh

Oppo will augment its current flagship Android smartphone series with S and Mini variants in the coming year, according to the latest leaks. Both of them are thought to come with iterative upgrades on the MediaTek silicon found in...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Dec 2024 18:38

The Lava Yuva 2 5G comes in Marble Black colorway (Image source: Lava)

Lava Yuva 2 5G: New budget smartphone launches with a 5,000 mAh battery

Lava has introduced the Yuva 2 5G smartphone in India. The Yuva 2 5G comes with a 90 Hz display, a 50 MP primary camera, a Unisoc T760 chipset, and a 5,000 mAh battery. It is now available in India via Lava’s official website.

Abhinav Fating, 27 Dec 2024 16:07

The successor to the Snapdragon 8 Elite could debut in early October next year. (Image Source: Qualcomm)

Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 to launch even earlier next year with significant GPU improvements

While the successor to the Snapdragon 8 Elite may still be quite far from launch, new information has now surfaced in the wild about the next-gen flagship chipset from Qualcomm. Reportedly, the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 will arrive ear...

Ricci Rox, 27 Dec 2024 13:59

According to information from the industry, Samsung is expecting a very low demand for Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7. (Image source: Ben's Gadget Reviews)

Samsung expects drastically lower demand for Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7

Foldables have apparently failed to gain widespread adoption. On the contrary, the demand for such devices appears to be dwindling, at least according to recent reports from industry insiders and analysts. Samsung, in particular, ...

Alexander Fagot, 27 Dec 2024 12:51

Dbrand has started taking pre-orders for its Galaxy S25 series skins (Image source: Dbrand)

Dbrand offers a sneak peek at Samsung Galaxy S25 series ahead of January Unpacked event

Recent render leaks have already given a glimpse of what the entire Samsung Galaxy S25 series may look like. Now, Dbrand, a popular phone skin-maker, has given one more official-looking glimpse of the upcoming flagship phones.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 27 Dec 2024 12:19

The camera redesign that has been the subject of repeated rumours has now been incorporated into an Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Slim concept video. (Image source: Technizo Concept)

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Slim: Potential camera redesign now visible in a stylish concept video

A supposed leak from iPhone production recently hinted at what the iPhone 17 generation may look like next year, which has now been recreated in a render video by a concept designer. It also includes plans for a super-thin iPhone ...

Alexander Fagot, 27 Dec 2024 09:37

A Google Pixel 10 Pro in the latest concept rendering with a vertical camera module. (Image source: 4RMD, YouTube)

Google Pixel 10 Pro concept video shows bold redesign with many upgrades that is unlikely to become reality

Smartphone design is still evolving slowly, but the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL clearly distinguishes itself from the Pixel 8 Pro with a flat frame and a redesigned camera module. A concept design shows how Google could go one big step ...

Hannes Brecher, 27 Dec 2024 02:01

Redmi's 2025 phone may set a new battery capacity record for smartphones. (Image source: Redmi)

Leak reveals Redmi's 2025 phone will pack a massive 7,500mAh battery

Chinese phone manufacturers have shifted from the fast charging war to a battery war, as they try to outdo one other by launching phones with incredibly large capacities. That battery war will continue in 2025 when Redmi unveils a...

Habeeb Onawole, 26 Dec 2024 22:39

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim could sport the new ALoP camera technology according to an analyst (Image source: SK, Youtube)

Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim might use completely new camera technology for better periscope zoom

Fitting smartphone cameras into a very thin chassis does require some compromises — or a new technology, which Samsung is rumored to introduce with the fourth model of the upcoming Galaxy S25 series. Supposedly, this allows the Ga...

Alexander Fagot, 26 Dec 2024 21:38

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra might not be as blue as some leakers expected (Image source: Technizo Concept, edited)

Galaxy S25 Ultra: Samsung was apparently inspired by the blue iPhone 15

The Apple iPhone 15 was probably an inspiration for the shade of blue that Samsung plans to use for the Galaxy S25 Ultra. If this latest leak from a usually reliable source turns out to be true, Samsung will opt for a rather gray ...

Alexander Fagot, 26 Dec 2024 19:38

The OnePlus Ace 5 Pro features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Ace 5 Pro launches with Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and a 6,100 mAh battery

OnePlus has officially launched the OnePlus Ace 5 series in China. OnePlus introduces two models under the Ace 5 series: the OnePlus Ace 5 and the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro. The Ace 5 Pro comes with a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, a 120 H...

Abhinav Fating, 26 Dec 2024 17:30

The OnePlus Ace 5 has the biggest battery capacity in a OnePlus smartphone. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Ace 5 launches with the biggest battery in the series and a tweaked Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip

The OnePlus Ace 5 has launched in China as a more affordable alternative to the OnePlus 13. It has an improved Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset for smooth and fast gameplay and boasts the biggest battery inside a OnePlus smartphone.

Habeeb Onawole, 26 Dec 2024 17:20

The Mix Flip. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 tipped to hit 2025 clamshell foldable smartphone market with Elite upgrades

Xiaomi will launch a new compact foldable smartphone in 2025, according to a new leak. The "Mix Flip 2" is supposedly in line for upgrades including the new Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset for flagship Android devices. It might beat ri...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Dec 2024 17:14

Vivo Y29 5G: 5G smartphone with MediaTek SoC (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo Y29 5G: Smartphone launches with RGB lighting and IP certification

The Vivo Y29 5G is a new Android smartphone offering modern cellular connectivity and dynamic lighting. Thanks to its IP certification, the phone should be able to withstand challenging environmental conditions without being damag...

Silvio Werner, 26 Dec 2024 14:22

Oscal Pilot 1: New rugged smartphone with powerful features. (Image source: Blackview)

Pilot 1: New rugged smartphone with huge battery, powerful speakers and bright flashlight

The Pilot 1 is a new and reasonably priced rugged smartphone that comes with a particularly powerful speakers and a long-range flashlight. The large battery also helps the device to double as a power bank.

Silvio Werner, 26 Dec 2024 05:41

Oppo is said to be preparing its best Hasselblad camera flagship for a global launch after all, according to a leaker. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo Find X8 Ultra: Leaker names specs of flagship that will compete globally against Galaxy S25 Ultra

According to a well-informed leaker, Oppo is reconsidering its earlier decision not to launch the Oppo Find X8 Ultra worldwide, which would be a welcome addition to the global smartphone market and strong competition for Samsung's...

Alexander Fagot, 26 Dec 2024 01:08

The Oppo N5 Foldable/OnePlus Open 2 is set to launch earlier than expected. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Open 2: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 competitor set to launch even earlier than expected

Samsung will face stiff competition in selling its foldables in 2025, as both Vivo and Oppo/OnePlus have some very exciting alternatives in the pipeline. The Oppo Find N5, which will likely launch as the OnePlus Open 2 globally, i...

Alexander Fagot, 26 Dec 2024 01:08

Chinese version of the OnePlus 13R will feature a 6,400 mAh battery while being 8 mm thick (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 13R could feature a noticeably larger battery without being thicker than its predecessor

The OnePlus Ace 5, which is expected to be released in the global market as the OnePlus 13R, will launch in China on December 26. Just a few hours before the Chinese launch, the company shared the phone's battery and form factor d...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Dec 2024 08:34

According to recent industry reports from South Korea, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra with more storage and RAM will be available from February 7, 2025. (Image source: Technizo Concept)

RAM sizes and launch date of Galaxy S25 Ultra confirmed in industry reports

When users can actually get their hands on a Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+ or Galaxy S25 Ultra has been revealed by a news magazine from South Korea, which also names the exact time of the Galaxy Unpacked event and thus clarifies the di...

Alexander Fagot, 24 Dec 2024 23:06

The Oppo A5 Pro looks like a regular phone but is as strong as a rugged smartphone. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo A5 Pro launched in China: A regular-looking phone with rugged features

Just eight months after launching the Oppo A3 Pro, Oppo has announced a successor. The Oppo A5 Pro retains the durability features of its predecessor but wears a new design and packs a bigger battery and faster charging.

Habeeb Onawole, 24 Dec 2024 21:23

The first bezel-free iPhone is still quite a few years away. (Image source: PHConcepts via YouTube)

Bezel-less iPhone: Exciting upgrade not expected in the near future

Bezel-free smartphones have long been a distant dream for smartphone enthusiasts. However, with advancements in display technologies, that dream appears more achievable now than ever before, although iPhone enthusiasts will still ...

Sambit Saha, 24 Dec 2024 18:11

Realme starts to tease its next MediaTek smartphone. (Image source: Realme)

Realme Neo 7 SE tipped to launch as brand-first Dimensity 8400 smartphone

Xiaomi has started to hype the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro as the smartphone in which the new MediaTek Dimensity 8400 processor for mid-range Android devices will make its debut. However, Realme has already started to drop hints as to a riv...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Dec 2024 17:56

Nubia Focus 2 leaks as affordable 5G Android smartphone with unique design

Nubia is about to unleash a second generation of its Focus-series Android smartphones soon, according to a new leak. Its triple rear cameras are to be set in a housing with a considerable cosmetic overhaul that may or may not also...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Dec 2024 17:31