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UAG's iPhone 17 Pro-series cases(?). (Image source: @evleaks via X)

iPhone 17 Pro Max logo dislocation rumors stir again with new leaks

Accessory manufacturers can usually design their iPhone clear cases in a way that showcases the Apple logo - except when it comes to the upcoming "17 Pro" and "Pro Max", according to some pre-launch leaks. Then again, a new leak p...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Sep 2025 18:11

Leaked animation for Samsung's upcoming tri-fold phone. (Image source: TechHighest on X)

Samsung's tri-fold could be unveiled this month as yet another leak hints at end of September event

Samsung could showcase its first tri-fold phone, the Galaxy Z TriFold or the Galaxy G Fold, in South Korea, on September 29. The event could also bring new Galaxy Glasses and the Project Moohan MR headset.

Vineet Washington, 02 Sep 2025 18:07

The Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus Satellite Messaging Version comes in two colour options. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus Satellite Messaging Version unlikely to receive global release

More details about the Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus Satellite Messaging Version have now emerged following Xiaomi's official launch at the end of last month. Now, it turns out that the special edition model contains a satellite chip pro...

Alex Alderson, 02 Sep 2025 17:26

The Realme 15T features a large 7,000 mAh battery (Image source: Realme)

Realme 15T: New affordable smartphone reaches India with Dimensity 6400 SoC and 7,000 mAh battery

Realme has introduced a new budget-range smartphone, the Realme 15T, in India. The third entry in the Realme 15 series comes with a 120 Hz AMOLED display, a Dimensity 6400 processor, and a 7,000 mAh battery with 60 W wired chargin...

Abhinav Fating, 02 Sep 2025 16:42

The OnePlus 13 is almost a year old. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 15 revealed to surpass OnePlus 13 with major upgrade

The OnePlus 15 may still be a few months from receiving an official release. Nonetheless, an early sighting suggests that OnePlus will be bringing at least one significant upgrade over the existing OnePlus 13.

Alex Alderson, 02 Sep 2025 16:11

Honor Magic V5 (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Honor Magic V5: New AI features for the top-of-the-line foldable

Compared to the Magic V3, the Honor Magic V5 comes with several new AI features, two of which will initially be exclusive to the foldable. We tried them out.

Daniel Schmidt, 02 Sep 2025 15:35

The HMD Pulse 2 Pro will be available in two colors at launch. (Image source: smashx_60)

Leak reveals renders and more details of the HMD Pulse 2 Pro

Thanks to a leak, the design of the second generation HMD Pulse Pro is now public knowledge. The upcoming smartphone is reported to be set for release in October and will have a new look and bring a few technical upgrades.

Habeeb Onawole, 02 Sep 2025 15:35

Oppo could release the Find X9 and the Find X9 Pro in a few weeks. (Image source: UniverseIce, Oppo, edited)

First look at Oppo Find X9: Leaked image shows overhauled back camera module design

The Oppo Find X9 has surfaced in what appears to be an official-looking render. The leaked image clearly shows the back and front of the Oppo Find X9. The design of the back camera module is apparently a big departure from the Opp...

Fawad Murtaza, 02 Sep 2025 13:05

Vivo is expected to use the X300 and X300 Pro as showcases for several new camera innovations, X200 Ultra pictured. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X300 Pro camera hardware revealed with new 200 MP telephoto camera rumoured

A reliable leaker claims to have received final camera hardware details concerning the Vivo X300 Pro. While Vivo had already confirmed it will be using the Sony LYT-828, Digital Chat Station has shed new light on the state of the ...

Alex Alderson, 02 Sep 2025 12:43

The Oppo Find X8 Ultra (pictured) maxes out at 1TB of storage, and that may be the same for the Find X9 series too. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Oppo executive dashes hope of the Find X9 series launching in a 24GB RAM + 2TB ROM configuration

With phones now launching with up to 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, it is only a matter of time before we see models with 2TB of storage like on the iPad Pro 11 (2024). Unfortunately, Oppo has no plans of launching a 2TB model of...

Habeeb Onawole, 02 Sep 2025 05:43

iQoo 15 specifications leak ahead of rumored October 2025 release

A new leak has revealed the key specifications of the iQoo 15. It is expected to launch in October in China as a performance-focused flagship. The leak suggests it will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chipset. Moreover, it ...

Huzefa Baloch, 02 Sep 2025 01:52

Sony annoys Xperia users by making previously free feature part of subscription

Following the widespread motherboard defects of the Xperia 1 VII, the next setback for Xperia is now plaguing users, as Sony is locking a feature that was previously free behind a paywall: using Xperia smartphones as an external m...

Hannes Brecher, 02 Sep 2025 00:12

OnePlus 13 colors (Image Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 15 may ditch Hasselblad for an in-house camera engine

For years, OnePlus phones have featured cameras tuned by Hasselblad. But a new rumor suggests a major shift is coming. Leaks for the OnePlus 15 point to the brand's first-ever in-house image engine, a move that could mark the end ...

Jean Leon, 01 Sep 2025 22:12

Verizon experiences a major outage. (Image source: Verizon)

Verizon to issue bill credits following nationwide cellular, broadband outage

The major United States carrier Verizon is now reportedly offering compensation for a loss of service reportedly experienced by customers across the country. The outage typically left users without cellular connectivity for their ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Sep 2025 21:22

Vivo Y500 packs 8,200mAh battery for under $200

Vivo's latest Android 15 smartphone now officially rocks the brand's biggest Blue Ocean battery to date, at a typical capacity of 8,200mAh. The Y500 also boasts premium-grade water- and dust-resistance, a bright 120Hz AMOLED displ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Sep 2025 20:30

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (Image Source: Google)

Google Pixel 10a specs leak brings disappointing news

The budget-friendly "Pixel a" lineup is known for its balance of features and price. However, the first spec leaks for the Google Pixel 10a are here, and they bring bad news. Rumors speak of Google reusing old hardware, including ...

Jean Leon, 01 Sep 2025 19:14

Samsung Galaxy S23 series (Image Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S23 gets its first One UI 8 beta with Android 16

Samsung Galaxy S23 owners are in luck, as the first One UI 8 beta, powered by Android 16, is now available. This major update brings a host of new features, from a redesigned Quick Share to an improved Samsung DeX. Here's a quick ...

Jean Leon, 01 Sep 2025 17:05

Eight out of the ten phones in the list are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite. Pictured: a promo picture of the RedMagic 10S Pro. (Image source: RedMagic)

Snapdragon 8 Elite maintains performance crown in latest AnTuTu flagship phone rankings

AnTuTu has published the top 10 flagship phones that got the highest average benchmark score in August 2025. Just like the last chart, Snapdragon 8 Elite has topped the list, and only two phones in the list are powered by a MediaT...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 01 Sep 2025 16:58

The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra, a performance-oriented smartphone that launched in China. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Turbo: New budget series reportedly in the works to rival Xiaomi Redmi Note lineup

OnePlus currently offers its flagship number series and the Ace series in China. However, a leak suggests the company may be working on a new Turbo series targeting the budget smartphone segment, similar to the Redmi Note series.

Huzefa Baloch, 01 Sep 2025 04:00

Oppo is unlikely to offer the Find X8 Ultra globally. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo Find X9 Ultra or Vivo X300 Ultra tipped to challenge Samsung and Xiaomi with global release

In recent years, only Xiaomi has sought to rival Samsung globally with Ultra-branded flagship smartphones. According to early reports, this will change next year for at least Oppo or Vivo with the Oppo Find X9 Ultra or Vivo X300 U...

Alex Alderson, 31 Aug 2025 22:47

Xiaomi 16 series reported to launch with proprietary Nokia technology

Ahead of the debut of the Xiaomi 16 series later this year, a leak has revealed the new smartphones will launch with Nokia's OZO Audio software solution. The feature should greatly enhance the quality of audio captured with the Xi...

Habeeb Onawole, 31 Aug 2025 20:36

Honor's MagicOS might get a new beta soon. (Image source: Honor)

Honor's Android 16 beta plans leak with approximate release date

Honor is thought to release updated software based on the latest version of Android to go with its new Magic8 series of flagship Android smartphones. Now, its name has allegedly been confirmed in a new leak. The report also claims...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Aug 2025 19:17

A new Pixel with an old Apple accessory. (Image source: @1PaulJ_ via X)

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL works with Apple MagSafe Battery Pack in social media post

Apple's own MagSafe wireless charger for iPhones has been discontinued for nearly two years, yet might now have a new lease of life as a Google Pixelsnap alternative. The Battery Pack has been found to be compatible with the new P...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Aug 2025 18:30

Oppo A6 Max: New budget smartphone with next-gen flagship design, battery and charging

Oppo's latest Android smartphone has a slim, light and modern form-factor, yet also packs a huge 7,000mAh battery to go with its 6.8-inch display. It also boasts premium-grade water- and dust-resistance despite its mid-range Qualc...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Aug 2025 17:30

Honor Magic V5: Foldable with superlatives

The Honor Magic V5 is considered the slimmest foldable phone, provided you choose the right colour, but it also has a few other superlatives to offer. Honor claims it has set five world records.

Daniel Schmidt, 31 Aug 2025 16:16

How does Samsung's first tri-foldable phone fold? An animation discovered in One UI 8 provides concrete clues. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold will apparently fold completely differently than previously expected

New official Samsung animations in One UI 8 hint at a rather unusual way of folding a double-folding tablet, which neither follows the Z-pattern familiar from the Huawei Mate XT nor the folding method previously expected for the f...

Alexander Fagot, 31 Aug 2025 15:32

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: The first Android flagship from a major manufacturer with integrated magnets, revealed in a durability test. (Image source: JerryRigEverything)

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: Durability test reveals Pixelsnap magnets

Does it survive the bend test? This question hardly needs to be asked in view of the high-quality build of the Pixel 10 Pro XL. What's more exciting about the durability test on the JerryRigEverything YouTube channel are the hints...

Alexander Fagot, 31 Aug 2025 15:28

The Poco F7 Ultra was are a rebadge of the Redmi K80 Pro. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Poco F8 Ultra: Key upgrades for the Redmi K90 Pro outlined

Xiaomi will present the Redmi K90 series in China before the end of the year. The phones will then be rebranded as the Poco F8 series globally in the first year, with a new leak now outlining key hardware upgrades for the duo.

Ricci Rox, 31 Aug 2025 13:51

The gaming performance isn't very impressive in the early gaming test. Pictured: Pixel 10 Pro XL running Genshin Impact. (Image source: TechDroid)

Google Tensor G5 shows mixed results in new Pixel 10 Pro XL gaming test

The Google Tensor G5 has been put to the test by running multiple popular games on the Pixel 10 Pro XL. While the SoC offered good overall performance in a recent GPU stress test, in the new video, the gaming performance appears s...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 31 Aug 2025 08:25

The OnePlus 15's colors(?). (Image source: Sudhanshu Ambhore via X)

OnePlus 15 leaked colors showcased in new render

The OnePlus 15 is rumored to drop the distinctive rear camera hump of its predecessor to launch as its brand's latest flagship later in 2025. That change might be less prepossessing than suggested by the hype to date, according to...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Aug 2025 19:08

The Galaxy S25 Edge. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge design and battery upgrades in doubt following new leak

The Galaxy S26 Edge is projected to launch as a second-gen flagship smartphone with an even thinner chassis than that of its ultra-slim predecessor. It is also believed to have a bigger battery, although a new leak suggests that o...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Aug 2025 18:27

The MatePad Mini will debut in China on September 4. (Image Source: Huawei)

Huawei MatePad Mini: Launch date confirmed for compact flagship tablet with OLED screen

Huawei has now confirmed a launch date and name for its upcoming compact high-end tablet. The MatePad Mini is scheduled to debut alongside the tri-folding Mate XTs, and will arrive with an OLED screen and 5G connectivity.

Ricci Rox, 30 Aug 2025 16:57

iQoo 15 Mini launch timeline tipped alongside chipset details

The iQoo 15 Mini is expected to debut as a compact flagship Android smartphone. A new leak reveals its release timeline along with chipset and display details.

Huzefa Baloch, 30 Aug 2025 16:01

Oppo Find X9 Pro: Next-gen Android flagship smartphone leaks with charging specs

The Find X9 Pro is expected to be the highest-end new Android smartphone released by Oppo in the third quarter of 2025. The flagship has now reportedly appeared on an official Chinese database ahead of this event. This leak purpor...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Aug 2025 15:49

Samsung Exynos 2500 in review (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Test preview: How fast is the Samsung Exynos 2500 compared to the Snapdragon 8 Elite?

We received the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 for our review. In Europe, buyers of the foldable smartphone do not get a Qualcomm chipset, but Samsung's own Exynos 2500. Is Europe at a disadvantage once again? We take a closer look at the...

Marcus Herbrich, 30 Aug 2025 14:14

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 teaser video throws a jab at Apple. (Image source: Samsung | edited by Notebookcheck)

Galaxy Z Fold 7: Samsung makes fun of Apple in new promo video

Once again, South Korean manufacturer Samsung's latest Galaxy Z Fold 7 advertising video makes fun of the fact that Apple still does not have a foldable in its portfolio. It also alludes to the iPhone's lack of versatility as a ha...

Matthias Zellmer, 29 Aug 2025 21:47

A Pova Slim teaser. (Image source: Tecno)

Tecno sets date to bring World's Slimmest 5G Smartphone to India

Tecno India has announced that it is about to unleash the "world's thinnest smartphone" - or rather, the device that will fit that description on its September 2025 launch date. The Pova Slim is indeed projected to be as thin as t...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Aug 2025 21:35

Realme tipped to launch true Xiaomi 16 Ultra rival with 200MP zoom lens

Devices such as the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, Oppo Find X8 Ultra and Vivo X200 Ultra compete for the top spot on smartphone camera rankings with the industry's most powerful periscope zoom rear cameras, optimized via high-profile partnersh...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Aug 2025 20:59

The new USB-C adapter. (Image source: Volta)

Volta previews magnetic USB-C adapter with Thunderbolt 5

Volta's next gadget will allow a user to charge iPhones that still have Lightning ports and devices that still have microUSB ports using a single USB-C cable. It is touted to go beyond the average magnetic adapter with support for...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Aug 2025 20:08

Vivo is now expected to maintain an October release for its next X series flagship smartphones, X200 pictured. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X300 Pro launch timeline tipped with international release on the cards

The Vivo X300 and Vivo X300 Pro are expected to be two of several early smartphones to showcase MediaTek's new Dimensity 9500 chipset. Now, a leaker has indicated when both smartphones will be available, just after Vivo teased cam...

Alex Alderson, 29 Aug 2025 19:00

What can you expect in terms of camera quality from a smartphone that costs very little?

Budget smartphone cameras: What buyers can expect

In a budget smartphone, such as the Samsung Galaxy A06, cost-cutting is often necessary. This is often particularly evident in the camera hardware. What should buyers expect, and what expectations are unreasonable?

Florian Schmitt, 29 Aug 2025 18:01

7 more devices will get the update on September 17, 2025. Pictured: a demo of new file sharing feature on HyperOS 3. (Image source: Xiaomi)

First HyperOS 3 beta update officially rolls out to eight Xiaomi phones and tablets

The Xiaomi HyperOS 3 beta program is now live, and a total of eight eligible phones and tablets have received the first test build of the Android 16 skin. The Redmi K80 Pro and Xiaomi 15 are among the first smartphones to get the ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 29 Aug 2025 17:36

The Google Pixel 10 Pro and Google Pixel 10 Pro XL. (Image source: Google)

Deal | Google Pixel 10 Pro launch deal brings $200 promo in the form of Amazon gift card

To celebrate the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and the bendy Pixel 10 Pro Fold launch, Google is offering a suite of discounts, promotions, and trade-in bonuses. One of the best Google Pixel 10 deals, however, is availa...

Daniel Zlatev, 29 Aug 2025 17:18

The Edge 60 Neo is the sixth Edge 60 model that Motorola has created to date. (Image source: via Evan Blass)

Motorola Edge 60 Neo: New mid-range smartphone surfaces in three launch colours before rumoured September 2025 launch

A reliable leaker has shared the first photos of a new mid-range Motorola smartphone. Allegedly arriving early next month, the Edge 60 Neo would be the sixth Edge 60 smartphone that Motorola has announced so far.

Alex Alderson, 29 Aug 2025 15:15

The Exynos 2600 could be a return to form for Samsung. (Image Source: Samsung)

Exynos 2600 resurfaces on Geekbench with impressive performance and higher clock speeds

Samsung's next-gen flagship chipset, the Exynos 2600, has now made another appearance on Geekbench. The chipset, coded as "S5E9965", stuns—delivering single-core and multi-core numbers noticeably higher than the Snapdragon 8 Elite...

Ricci Rox, 29 Aug 2025 14:36

Official OnePlus 13 teaser. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 15 color options and memory configurations leaked

The OnePlus 15 is expected to debut in the coming months in China. Ahead of the launch, a leak has detailed the memory configurations of the upcoming flagship. It also suggests that the device will be offered in purple, along with...

Huzefa Baloch, 29 Aug 2025 14:33

The OnePlus 15 has shown up on Geekbench (pictured: OnePlus 13; image source: Notebookcheck)

OnePlus 15 makes Geekbench debut along with heavily nerfed Snapdragon 8 Elite 2

The OnePlus 15 has shown up on Geekbench with the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2, 16 GB of RAM and Android 16. Its performance is rather disappointing because the chip is not running at its full potential.

Anil Ganti, 29 Aug 2025 10:15