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First Dimensity 9400 smartphone series tipped to land with updated design and compact version

The Vivo X200 is projected to be first in line to debut with MediaTek's next-gen flagship chipset, the hotly-awaited Dimensity 9400, at what might be the end of 2024. Now, it is also thought to be the world's first compact smartph...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Jun 2024 20:23

Redmi tipped to hit back at OnePlus with faster-charging, more robust flagship update

OnePlus has now unleashed its latest top-end Android smartphone - only to be met with rumors that Redmi is nearly ready to reveal one of its own with superior official ingress protection (IP) ratings and faster charging. Then agai...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Jun 2024 19:28

The Galaxy Z Fold6 is closer in form factor to the Vivo X Fold3 series than its direct predecessor. (Image source: @MysteryLupin)

New Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 leaks show thinner redesign and three colour options

The Galaxy Z Fold6 is not official yet. Nonetheless, a pair of leakers have revealed Samsung's next Galaxy Z Fold through over a dozen official images.

Alex Alderson, 27 Jun 2024 17:44

Samsung is roughly two weeks away from presenting a new Galaxy Z Flip. (Image source: @MysteryLupin)

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 design confirmed in new leak

Samsung is roughly two weeks away from revealing the Galaxy Z Flip6 and other new Galaxy devices. In the meantime, a reliable leaker has confirmed what the Galaxy Z Flip6 looks like in a new set of official-looking images.

Alex Alderson, 27 Jun 2024 17:37

OnePlus has released the Ace 3 Pro in multiple colour options. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Ace 3 Pro lands with OnePlus 12 looks but massive 6,100 mAh battery

The Ace 3 Pro joins the Pad Pro as one of two new devices that OnePlus has revealed today. While the Ace 3 Pro looks like the OnePlus 12 and has a matching Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, it undercuts its flagship counterpart on price...

Alex Alderson, 27 Jun 2024 17:26

A new patent shows what Surface Duo 3 would've been like if Microsoft hadn't scrapped it (image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft's canceled Galaxy Z Fold competitor appears in a newly discovered patent

A recently discovered patent has showcased what Microsoft's canceled Surface Duo 3 would've been like. Unlike the first two devices, the patent shows that it would've been a proper competitor to the Galaxy Z Fold series, coming wi...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 27 Jun 2024 14:48

The ISOCELL HP9 is said to be perfect for 200-megapixel telephoto cameras. (Image: Samsung)

Samsung presents 200 MP ISOCELL HP9 sensor for telephoto cameras, two new 50 MP models

After 200-megapixel main cameras have already proven their worth in flagships such as the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, Samsung wants to focus more on 200 MP telephoto cameras in the future, as the new ISOCELL HP9 is said to be perfec...

Hannes Brecher, 27 Jun 2024 13:52

The ZTE Voyage 3D has a 3D display, but no 3D cameras. (Image: ZTE)

ZTE Voyage 3D mid-range smartphone displays glasses-free 3D, supports AI-assisted 2D content conversion

With the Voyage 3D, ZTE presents an unusual mid-range smartphone with a 3D display. Similar to the Nintendo 3DS, this screen can display content in three dimensions even without 3D glasses, and 2D content can also be displayed in ...

Hannes Brecher, 27 Jun 2024 13:44

iQOO Neo9S Pro+ in Buff Blue color vegan leather case (Source: iQOO)

iQOO Neo9S Pro+ teased on Weibo with buff blue vegan leather finish

The iQOO Neo9S Pro+ smartphone is slated to come out in July, following the successful launch of the Neo9S Pro last month. We now have a Weibo teaser depicting the Neo9S Pro Plus in a Buff Blue colorway with an advanced vegan leat...

Aditya Rasik, 27 Jun 2024 12:14

We could see the first Samsung Galaxy flagship phone launch with a Dimensity chipset (image source: Samsung and MediaTek [edited])

Samsung reportedly testing Galaxy S25 series with MediaTek SoC

A previous rumor claimed that the entire Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup for all regions would be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 because Samsung could not meet the acceptable yield rate for its Exynos 2500. But now, a new report...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 27 Jun 2024 09:48

The Nubia RedMagic 9s Pro has shown up on Geekbench (image via Nubia)

Redmagic 9S Pro shows up on Geekbench with new Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leading Version SoC

Nubia's upcoming gaming smartphone, the RedMagic 9S Pro, has shown up on Geekbench. It runs a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leading Version, which is essentially a regular Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 with a slight boost on its Cortex-X4 core.

Anil Ganti, 27 Jun 2024 02:20

The 2023 Razr series. (Source: Motorola)

Deal | Get a 2023 flagship foldable smartphone for less than the vanilla Razr 2024

Motorola's latest online sale for the US lists the first-gen Razr+, the OEM's highest-end foldable smartphone of yesteryear, at $350 off its original price - which makes it cheaper than the new non-flagship Razr 2024. Meanwhile, a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Jun 2024 19:27

OnePlus' imminent Android flagship refresh tipped to debut more premium and more durable than predecessor

OnePlus' next Android smartphone now has less than 24 hours to go before its launch; nevertheless, the brand has some more tantalizing details to fit into its feeds before this event. For example, the Ace 3 Pro will have one of it...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Jun 2024 17:56

The Magic V3 will be one a handful of foldables to feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. (Image source: Honor)

Honor Magic V3 unveiled as leaker shares specs with tantalisingly thin and light design

Honor has unveiled a Magic V2 successor in its first round of teasers about the device. Launching soon as the Magic V3, the device is said to 'raise the bar once again' for foldable smartphones. According to a typically reliable l...

Alex Alderson, 26 Jun 2024 17:25

Google has offered a few hints about what it will reveal in just over a month's time. (Image source: Google)

Google confirms surprisingly early launch event for Pixel 9 Pro with Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Pixel Watch 3 series also rumoured

Typically, Google announces new flagships in early October, save for the Pixel 5. However, the company has pivoted to scheduling its next launch event before the release of new iPhones. Google has confirmed one device that will be...

Alex Alderson, 26 Jun 2024 16:34

The Moto G85 has arrived to less fanfare than the Razr 50 or Razr 50 Ultra. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Moto G85 starts for under £300 with 1,600 nits OLED display to rival Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G

Motorola has released another Moto G series smartphone globally. This time, the company has replaced the Moto G84 with the Moto G85, which lines up to rival popular mid-range smartphones like the Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G thanks...

Alex Alderson, 26 Jun 2024 16:07

Our new rating system v8 explained: Lower but more realistic scores together with sustainability assessment

We have revised our rating system, and the new version 8 is being used for all tested devices since the beginning of June. We show what has changed in the evaluation and what impact this has on the results.

Andreas Osthoff, 26 Jun 2024 15:56

Featurephones are increasing in popularity as a way of reducing smartphone use, but you do lose a significant number of features (Source: HMD Global)

As schools look to ban smartphones and society realises the impact of doom scrolling, here are 3 phones that can help curb your smartphone addiction

CheckMag Society is waking up to the notion that smartphones may not be the best thing for our mental health, or our time management. Governments are looking to ban phones in schools and a part of the population is beginning to ditch smart...

David Devey, 26 Jun 2024 12:01

Honor unveils new AI Deepfake Detection and AI Defocus Eye Protection features

Honor has shown off two AI-powered features. AI Defocus Eye Protection essentially emulates a defocus contact lens to help with myopia. AI Deepfake Detection helps detect videos manipulated with AI in real time.

Anil Ganti, 26 Jun 2024 07:00

Samsung has finally revealed when its next launch event will take place (image via Samsung)

Samsung confirms Galaxy Unpacked date and opens pre-registrations for $5,000 sweepstakes

Samsung has officially confirmed Galaxy Unpacked will happen on July 10. It also lets you claim a $50 discount. Plus, buyers in the US can potentially win a $5,000 Samsung Store voucher by pre-registering.

Anil Ganti, 26 Jun 2024 05:03

The first few details of Redmi Note 14 Pro have leaked (image source: Xiaomi)

Leak reveals Redmi Note 14 Pro camera and display details

Digital Chat Station, a popular Weibo tipster, has shared the first few details of the Redmi Note 14 Pro. According to the leakster, the phone will feature a 50 MP "large" primary sensor, but there won't be a telephoto camera on t...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Jun 2024 19:03

The Razr 50 and Razr 2024 series is available in multiple colour options. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola releases new 2024 Razr foldables globally as Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Flip6 rivals

Motorola has now released the Razr 50 and Razr 50 Ultra globally. Arriving as the Razr 2024 and Razr 2024 Plus in North America, the pair take on Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip5, as well as the forthcoming Galaxy Z Flip6.

Alex Alderson, 25 Jun 2024 18:38

The HMD 105 and HMD 110 are 2G feature phones, latter pictured. (Image source: HMD Global)

HMD 105 and HMD 110 now official as new feature phones with long battery life and built-in Snake

The HMD 105 and HMD 110 are now official, the second and third feature phones that HMD Global has introduced today. Sitting right at the bottom of the company's product stack, the HMD 105 and HMD 110 can play Snake and have 1,000 ...

Alex Alderson, 25 Jun 2024 17:28

The Razr 50 Ultra looks an awful lot likes its predecessor. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Razr 50 Ultra now official with two 165 Hz displays and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset

Motorola has now released a new flagship foldable smartphone, shortly before the expected introduction of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6. As expected, the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra is the first foldable to feature a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 c...

Alex Alderson, 25 Jun 2024 16:27

The Razr 50 is IPx8 certified and can be configured with up to 512 GB of storage in China. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola offers up Razr 50 with numerous upgrades from last year's Razr 2023 and Razr 40 to challenge Galaxy Z Flip5

Motorola's latest affordable foldable smartphone is now official after a spate of leaks. Arriving as the Razr 50, the handset not only contains an overhauled design, but also a more powerful chipset, along other hardware changes.

Alex Alderson, 25 Jun 2024 16:22

Realme ditches iPhone clone look for toughened-up design in upcoming budget smartphone

Realme hints that the next addition to its ~$100 line of Android smartphones will be unusually "reinforced" for its price, with an official IP54 rating for its Integrated Metallic Frame chassis. The C61 will also debut with at lea...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Jun 2024 15:44

The Moto S50 Neo runs Android 14 out of the box. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola releases Moto S50 Neo mid-range smartphone with new Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset

Motorola is now selling the Moto S50 Neo, a mid-range smartphone that retails for under ~$200 in China. Nonetheless, the company has equipped the handset with a bright pOLED display, a large battery and a new Qualcomm Snapdragon c...

Alex Alderson, 25 Jun 2024 15:34

Google is taking a more proactive approach to prevent Pixel devices from overheating. (Image source: Google)

Google to bring new quality-of-life improvements to Pixel 8 Pro and other Pixel devices with new Adaptive Thermal warnings

Google is bringing more quality-of-life improvements to Pixel devices. Likely starting later this year with the stable release of Android 15, currently supported devices like the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will warn in advance that t...

Alex Alderson, 25 Jun 2024 14:06

Motorola's new promo image. (Source: Motorola)

Motorola teases launch of new flagship foldable Android smartphone for the US market

Motorola has started to hint at the launch of an apparently unmissable, iconic announcement with the potential to "Flip the Script" of its typical mobile device line-up. The brand's new teasers suggest that the Razr 2024 series of...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Jun 2024 19:55

The Motorola Edge 2024 is available to buy in Black only while the Pixel 8a comes in four colors including Bay (Blue). (Image source: Motorola, Google - edited).

Motorola Edge 2024 vs Pixel 8a: 4 features that give Motorola's phone an edge

CheckMag The Motorola Edge 2024 is the new premium mid-range smartphone on the block. Although it costs a bit more than the Pixel 8a, one of its main rivals, it has got a lot going for it that gives it an edge over the Pixel 8a.

Habeeb Onawole, 24 Jun 2024 19:37

Unihertz has made it pretty clear what it plans to release next. (Image source: Unihertz)

Unihertz Jelly Star unveiled as world's smallest 5G smartphone

Unihertz is preparing to launch another world's first, having already laid claim to offering the smallest smartphone running Android 13. This time, it has started teasing the Unihertz Jelly Max, which it claims could be the world'...

Alex Alderson, 24 Jun 2024 18:43

OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite: European model debuts with smaller rated capacity than Indian version

OnePlus has just made the CE4 Lite official as the latest in the line of Nord-series Android smartphones that is often exclusive to certain regions. It comes with perks such as a "Super-bright" 120Hz AMOLED display, a microSD card...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Jun 2024 17:46

New, cheaper 5G Android smartphone with 120Hz display and MagSafe-style charging on way to India

Infinix has announced that a more affordable version of its inaugural MagCharge smartphone is about to hit the Indian market. The Note 40 5G also boasts a 120Hz AMOLED display and a 108MP main rear camera next to an AI-enhanced re...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Jun 2024 16:22

OnePlus Ace 3 Pro to feature Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, up to 24 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage (image source: OnePlus [edited])

OnePlus reveals some core specs of Ace 3 Pro ahead of June 27 launch

The OnePlus Ace 3 Pro will be launching on June 27 in China. It's a better version of the regular Ace 3, launched internationally as the OnePlus 12R. Ahead of the launch, the company has revealed that the flagship Android phone wi...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 24 Jun 2024 14:12

The Galaxy Z Flip6 could retain the cover display size of the Galaxy Z Flip5. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 price to get considerably higher vs Galaxy Z Flip5 in EU for both 256 GB and 512 GB SKUs

Samsung is allegedly announcing the Galaxy Z Flip6 next month with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, a bigger 4,000 mAh battery, and a dual-camera setup with the main 50 MP sensor of the Galaxy S24/S24 Plus. However, these upgrades may ...

Fawad Murtaza, 24 Jun 2024 11:46

Nubia officially announces RedMagic 9S Pro (image source: RedMagic on Weibo [edited])

RedMagic 9S Pro launches next month with focus on eSports mobile gaming

Nubia has announced RedMagic 9S Pro, a new flagship phone set to be released on July 3rd. The company hasn't shared any other details about the smartphone, but the promotional poster suggests it will focus on delivering an improve...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 24 Jun 2024 10:45

Gurman says that 8 GB RAM requirement is why Apple Intelligence isn't coming to phones other than the iPhone 15 Pro models (image source: Apple [edited])

Insufficient RAM reportedly blocks iPhone 15 and 15 Plus from Apple Intelligence

According to Mark Gurman, a trusted source for Apple-related news, it isn't the chipset that's making the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus not get Apple Intelligence. Instead, they are reportedly not getting the AI tricks because of h...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 24 Jun 2024 08:13

Honor Play 60 Plus: New smartphone with Snapdragon SoC.

Honor: New smartphone comes with brand-new SoC, 50 MP main camera and IP certification

Honor has unveiled a new smartphone, the Play 60 Plus. This comes with a Snapdragon SoC and is likely to be aimed at users who do not want to spend a fortune on their smartphone, but still want decent features.

Silvio Werner, 24 Jun 2024 05:03

Ulefone is launching a new smartphone. (Symbolic image, Ulefone Armor 25T Pro)

Ulefone Armor 27T Pro: Rugged smartphone comes with new 5G SoC, infrared & night vision and special expansion port

Ulefone, also known for its rugged devices, is launching a new smartphone onto the market. The Armor 27T Pro is indeed robust and not only comes with a thermal imaging camera, but also a sensor for taking pictures at night.

Silvio Werner, 24 Jun 2024 03:48

Samsung releases a new Titanium Yellow color variant for Galaxy S24 Ultra (image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra gets refreshed ahead of next Galaxy Unpacked event

The second Galaxy Unpacked event of the year is expected to happen sometime next month. Ahead of this big launch event, Samsung has refreshed the Galaxy S24 Ultra with a new color option. Called Titanium Yellow, the new color vari...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 Jun 2024 17:09

OnePlus' upcoming Android flagship refresh to come finished in glass, vegan leather or ceramic

OnePlus has confirmed that the Ace 3 Pro, an upcoming smartphone thought to have most of the same specs as the brand's current flagship, will have a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front panel. It can be as high-end on the back too...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jun 2024 15:42

HarmonyOS Next beta is now available in China (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei HarmonyOS Next beta shows no trace of Android

The Huawei HarmonyOS Next beta program has started to roll out to eligible users. As the company announced at the Huawei Developer Conference 2023, the operating system ditches Android, and it seems not to be strictly a Linux syst...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 Jun 2024 14:42

OnePlus touts upcoming premium smartphone as inaugural Glacier Battery device

OnePlus asserts that its upcoming Ace 3 Pro will have the best battery life in the Android smartphone industry thanks to new tech developed in partnership with CATL. It is backed to deliver exceptional energy density, efficiency a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Jun 2024 18:03

OnePlus 12 drops as low as $699.99 on Amazon (image source: OnePlus)

Deal | OnePlus 12 deal drops the flagship Android phone by $100

Launched earlier this year, the OnePlus 12 is now enjoying a generous discount. With this deal in place, you can get the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 flagship for $100 less than the regular price. That means the 256 GB variant is down to $6...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Jun 2024 17:30

New GaN charger with dual 140W USB-C ports and color OLED display makes debut

Chargeasap asserts that the latest version of its Zeus power brick can charge 2 140W USB-C devices at once while using the least desk-space possible thanks to a quad gallium nitride (GaN) chip system. The accessory is also rated f...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Jun 2024 15:48

The OnePlus Pad Pro. (Source: Digital Chat Station)

OnePlus Pad Pro live images leak extensively ahead of launch

The OnePlus Pad Pro is set to launch shortly. The tablet will make its debut alongside the OnePlus Ace3 Pro on June 27, and a new leak has now surfaced revealing extensive images of the Vivo Pad3 Pro rival in the flesh.

Ricci Rox, 22 Jun 2024 15:19

Samsung hasn't given up on the Exynos 2500 just yet (image via OreXDA on X)

Exynos 2500: Samsung working on improving Galaxy S25 SoC's yields

A report from ZDNet Korea states Samsung hasn't given up on the Exynos 2500 yet. The company is hard at work improving SF3 yields, which were rumoured to be around 20%.

Anil Ganti, 22 Jun 2024 02:32

Xiaomi has not confirmed pricing of its latest Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G colour option yet. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi reveals new Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G refresh with fresh colour option

Xiaomi has quietly refreshed the Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G, one of many Redmi Note 13 handsets that it sells worldwide. Arriving soon globally, the latest refresh brings a more muted colour option to the existing Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G l...

Alex Alderson, 22 Jun 2024 01:04

OnePlus 100W SuperVOOC power bank launches on June 27 in China (image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus announces new SuperVOOC power bank with 100W fast charging support

OnePlus has announced a good number of products, which are about to be released in China on June 27. Among them is a new SuperVOOC power bank that can offer 100W fast charging. It has a battery capacity of 12,000 mAh, one USB Type...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Jun 2024 18:54