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The OnePlus 6 and 6T are now receiving the Android 10 beta update

OnePlus has once again shown its dedication to providing timely software updates, as it's now sending out the Android 10-based Oxygen OS 10 beta build to the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T. The build is exclusive to factory unlocked, no...

Ricci Rox, 20 Oct 2019 15:22

Huawei Watch GT 2: An intelligent, stylish and flawed smartwatch

The Huawei Watch GT 2 has now been released, with our review following in tow too. While the successor to the Watch GT is certainly appealing, it suffers from some glaring issues too.

Alex Alderson, 19 Oct 2019 22:51

No Snapdragon 730G: New Redmi Note 8T leak will leave expectant fans disappointed

A leak a few weeks ago claimed that Xiaomi was set to release a Snapdragon 730G-powered Redmi Note 8T. A new report counters that, though, and while a Redmi Note 8T may actually be on the way, fans of the company are unlikely to b...

Ricci Rox, 19 Oct 2019 15:44

The Mi 9 SE can now update to MIUI 11. (Source: Mesra Mobile)

Xiaomi releases a beta update to Android 10 for the Mi 9 SE

The Xiaomi Mi 9 SE now has an upgrade to MIUI 11, which is based on Android 10. It confers various upgrade-specific features such as gesture-based navigation and system-wide dark theme. This build also adds MIUI's new Focus Mode, ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 18 Oct 2019 22:20

Xiaomi will apparently launch the Mi Mix 4 next week. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Mi Mix 4 leaks ahead of next week's anticipated launch

The Mi Mix 4 merry-go-round continues. First, Ice Universe claimed it was in the works, then Xiaomi's Brand Promotion Manager could not decide whether it was or not. Now, a photo of the rumored device has leaked online, along with...

Alex Alderson, 18 Oct 2019 21:34

This may be what the Moto G8 Play looks like. (Source: Tudocelular)

The Moto G8 Play leaks, revealing triple cameras and a waterdrop-notched screen

A Brazilian phone blog has posted what it claims are live images of the Moto G8 Play. It shows that this device may have a 6.2-inch HD+ display, a 4000mAh battery and a triple rear camera. Its SoC remains unnamed, but is described...

Deirdre O Donnell, 18 Oct 2019 20:19

Behold the OnePlus 8 Pro. (Source: 91Mobiles)

This is what the OnePlus 8 Pro will look like

The OnePlus 7T Pro was just launched and a new leak has now revealed all the major design information from the next device in the series, the OnePlus 8 Pro. The leaked images reveal a quad-camera setup and a punch-hole selfie came...

Ricci Rox, 18 Oct 2019 17:00

Xiaomi celebrates Redmi Note series sales milestone that shows its dominance in the mid-range segment

Since the launch of the first-gen Redmi Note back in 2014, Xiaomi's Redmi Note series has consistently offered the best value for money in the mid-range segment. The company has announced that it has now sold a hundred million Red...

Ricci Rox, 18 Oct 2019 15:36

The upcoming Xiaomi Mi Surface. (Source: Weibo)

The Mi Surface is Xiaomi's new 34-inch gaming-grade monitor

Xiaomi has announced the existence of the Mi Surface via its Weibo channel. It is a 34-inch 1500R-curved monitor with a 21:9 aspect ratio. This new panel is also rated for AMD FreeSync and 121% of the sRGB color space. The Mi Surf...

Deirdre O Donnell, 18 Oct 2019 00:08

A render associated with the Honor 20 Youth Edition. (Source: IndiaShopps)

The Youth Edition is a leaked variant of the Honor 20 with the Kirin 810 SoC

The Honor 20 Youth Edition has reportedly been leaked ahead of its release to the Chinese market. It is slated to run on the mid-range Kirin 810 processor and to have triple rear cameras. This Edition is thought to launch on Octob...

Deirdre O Donnell, 17 Oct 2019 23:16

Unboxing video of Huawei Mate X reveals a flashy foldable flagship with a new red button

A video of someone unboxing a brand-new Huawei Mate X foldable smartphone has made its way onto YouTube. The vaunted device has been apparently thoroughly revised by the Chinese manufacturer and should be released soon, with vario...

Daniel R Deakin, 17 Oct 2019 23:15

The Huawei Nova 5T is coming to Europe. (Source: Huawei)

The Honor 20 gets a Nova rebrand for the European market

Huawei UK has launched the Nova 5T. It is essentially the Honor 20 with a new name and a new region. Fans of everyday Android may be glad to learn it will be released with Google Play Services.

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Oct 2019 23:42

1More announces the release of its first ANC true-wireless earbuds

1More is the ODM responsible for Xiaomi's audio wearables. However, it also releases these products under its own brand. The latest of these are truly wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation (ANC).

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Oct 2019 20:35

OnePlus will maintain a steady course for now. (Source: Pocket-lint)

OnePlus has no intention of becoming Huawei or Xiaomi (yet)

OnePlus' chief executive officer, Pete Lau, has given an interview on the company's future in its home market. Its main message was that the company has no plans to diversify into non-premium smartphones at present. Furthermore, n...

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Oct 2019 19:52

Huawei Enjoy 10 mid-range Android smartphone pops up on Geekbench ahead of release

The Huawei Enjoy 10 appeared in a Geekbench 4 listing earlier today. The phone, which boasts an octa-core processor and 4 GB of RAM, looks to be in line with other mid-range handsets like the Google Pixel 3a and Xiaomi Mi A3.

Sam Medley, 16 Oct 2019 18:56

A 5G version of the Reno2 may be in the works. (Source: SoyaCincau)

A new Snapdragon 855 OPPO phone shows up on Geekbench 5

A device called the "OPPO PCCT30" has posted scores on the Geekbench 5 website. This model number is currently believed to belong to a second-gen Reno 5G smartphone. Its new benchmarking scores reveal that it is powered by the Sna...

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Oct 2019 18:55

New Moto G8 Plus leak will leave fans of the series breathless

Recent offerings in Motorola's Moto G mid-range series may have felt a bit stale but the company appears to be looking to put the lineup back on the map. The latest Moto G8 Plus leak is sure to leave fans of the series excited, wi...

Ricci Rox, 16 Oct 2019 15:59

This is why Xiaomi opted for the weak Snapdragon 439 on the Redmi 8

Xiaomi fans may have felt confused when the Redmi 8's spec sheet was released, as the device features a Snapdragon 439—the same SoC on the cheaper Redmi 8A, and a much weaker chipset than the Snapdragon 632 on the Redmi 7. Xiaomi ...

Ricci Rox, 16 Oct 2019 15:55

The Redmi K30 is coming. (Source: Xiaomi)

The Redmi K30 is on the way with a Galaxy S10 Plus-eque punch-hole design

Xiaomi is set to release a successor to the immensely successful Redmi K20 Phones. The Redmi K30 is on the way and it will feature both 5G support and a dual selfie camera setup reminiscent of the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus.

Ricci Rox, 16 Oct 2019 10:22

The X55 modem will move beyond smartphone integration soon. (Source: Qualcomm)

The Snapdragon X55 modem will power 5G fixed broadband equipment for over 30 OEMs

Qualcomm has announced that over 30 manufacturers have taken the Snapdragon X55 modem up in order to produce their 5G fixed wireless broadband consumer-premises hardware. This means the equipment carriers and ISPs will install in ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 14 Oct 2019 18:59

The Amazfit GTS includes a metal watch body and a 1.65-inch AMOLED panel. (Image source: Huami)

Amazfit GTS: Huami launches its Apple Watch imitator in India for ₹9,999 (~US$140)

The Amazfit GTS has made its way to India, having been unveiled in China earlier this year. The Apple Watch clone features a 1.65-inch and 348 x 442 AMOLED panel, which sits within a 43.25 x 36.25 x 9.4 mm chassis. The 5 ATM water...

Alex Alderson, 14 Oct 2019 16:49

ZTE Nubia Z20 flagship hits the US for US$549, global launch October 14

Dual-screen Nubia Z20 now available in the US for just US$549

ZTE's sub-brand Nubia has just released the dual-display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+-powered Z20 flagship worldwide. Only available in Twilight Blue and Diamond Black versions, this premium device can be acquired in most markets, in...

Codrut Nistor, 14 Oct 2019 15:47

The Honor Band 5 is a successful evolution of its predecessors. (Image source: Honor)

The Honor Band 5 is better value than the Xiaomi Mi Band 4 despite its faux pas

The Honor Band 5 convinced us during our tests and is a good fitness tracker package at an affordable cost. The device offers more than the Xiaomi Mi Band 4 does in our opinion too, despite its shortcomings. One may have people lo...

Alex Alderson, 14 Oct 2019 00:59

The OPPO K5 is now official. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO unveils the new Snapdragon 730G-powered K5

OPPO has launched a new phone, the K5. This event has proved a series of leaks true, as the phone has a new-ish Snapdragon 730G processor, 6GB SKUs and a quad rear camera with a 64MP sensor. The K5 is also the first device to feat...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Oct 2019 21:04

The square-cammed new ZTE phone. (Source: TENAA)

ZTE jumps on the square-camera bandwagon with the low-end Blade 20

The Chinese regulator TENAA has approved a new phone from the OEM ZTE. It is listed as a 4GB RAM device with a 6.1-inch HD screen and triple cameras in a Pixel-esque square housing. It is set into a rear panel that may be plastic ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Oct 2019 19:01

MIUI 11 may refer to next-gen Xiaomi camera technology. (Source: MIUI)

Next-gen Xiaomi cameras may have up to 50X digital zoom

Xiaomi phones may be upgraded to telephoto lens capable of as much as 50X digital zoom in the near future. Furthermore, their optical zoom specs may improve considerably in the same generations. This rumor has srung from alleged f...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Oct 2019 16:10

The Meizu 16T's prospective retail listing. (Source: GizmoChina)

Meizu announces a new member of its 16 flagship smartphone series

The OEM Meizu has released teasers for a new phone, the 16T, on Weibo. It will have the same SoC (the Snapdragon 855) as its siblings, the 16s and 16s Pro. However, it will also have a bigger screen and battery compared to these p...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Oct 2019 15:42

DxOMark: The Mi 9T Pro delivers capable cameras albeit with a few flaws

The Mi 9T Pro is a rebranded Redmi K20 Pro for the global market, and can be purchased for under US$350. As such, it's a tad surprising to see the device do so well in DxOMark's test, matching last-gen flagships like the Galaxy No...

Ricci Rox, 13 Oct 2019 12:03

Huawei Mate 20 Pro now receiving the Android Q-based EMUI 10 update globally

Just two months after the release of Q, Huawei is now sending out the stable Android Q-based EMUI 10 update to owners of the Mate 20 Pro outside China. The OTA weighs in as a heavy 4.42 GB download.

Ricci Rox, 13 Oct 2019 12:01

Renders of the Honor View 30 show it with a Mate 20 Pro-esque camera array. (Source: AndroidSaint)

Details of the Honor View 30 revealed - Two phones, OLED, 5G, and a monstrous 60 MP camera

The Honor View 30—or V30 depending on where you buy it—will be Huawei's next premium phone. A short while ago, the first image of the device leaked. This time out, though, details of the phone have surfaced. Notable takeaways incl...

Ricci Rox, 13 Oct 2019 12:00

Google Play Store running inside VMOS on the Huawei Mate 30. (Source: Hokoonho/Youtube)

VMOS (sort of) brings Google Play to the Huawei Mate 30

The inability to run Google Play Services on the Huawei Mate 30 has made it a more difficult purchase decision for most in Western markets. VMOS aims to fix this to an extent.

Craig Ward, 13 Oct 2019 05:50

The Huawei Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro have landed in Europe

Launched first in Malaysia, the Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro have now arrived in Europe, albeit with limited coverage. The retailer promises to deliver 128 GB and 256 GB SKUs of both devices within a week, although it remains unclear w...

Alex Alderson, 13 Oct 2019 00:30

Vivo may launch a "Standard" version of the Y3 soon

The Vivo Y3 is a sub-US$250 phone sold in China. A new leak suggests that the OEM is going to release a second version of this device. It may be called the 'Y3 Standard' and have 2 rear cameras where the original has 3.

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Oct 2019 20:40

The 'round-camera' Nokia phone series has its 2nd member. (Source: 9to5Google)

The Nokia 6.2 sneaks onto Amazon.in for about US$250

The Nokia 6.2 has been launched in India, albeit to comparatively little fanfare. It is a 4GB RAM device with 64GB of internal powered by the Snapdragon 636 SoC. It also has a round camera housing with a triple camera.

Deirdre O Donnell, 11 Oct 2019 20:22

Xiaomi could have some advanced screen specs in the works. (Source: GSMArena)

Xiaomi could be the next OEM to the 120Hz display: new rumor

An XDA contributor claims to have found an option to switch a screen's refresh rate from 60 to 120 hertz (Hz) in MIUI 11. This suggests that there is an upcoming Xiaomi phone with this spec in development. This would leap-frog the...

Deirdre O Donnell, 11 Oct 2019 17:54

The new "iQOO" could also be a 2nd-gen Neo. (Source: BGR

A Vivo "iQOO Lite" variant pops up on Geekbench

A phone calling itself the Vivo V1936A has appeared on Geekbench, rocking what appears to be the Snapdragon 855 processor and 8GB of RAM. This has led to speculation that this device is linked to iQOO, an emerging high-end sub-bra...

Deirdre O Donnell, 11 Oct 2019 16:35

The first handhelds sporting the new Snapdragon 865 could be showcased this November. (Source: Trusted Reviews)

Chinese leak claims Qualcomm's Snapdragon 865 SoC may launch next month

Pressured by the new Apple and Huawei flagship SoCs, Qualcomm plans to launch the Snapdragon 865 model 1 month in advance, and the first handhelds to sport the new SoC will apparently come from smaller smartphone makers like Oppo ...

Bogdan Solca, 10 Oct 2019 17:47

Update | Xiaomi may launch MIUI 11 Global along with the Redmi Note 8 Pro in India

The Redmi Note 8 Pro is set for an Indian-market release on October 16, 2019. However, it appears that this is not all its parent company Xiaomi has to debut on that date. MIUI, its OS skin, has teased a launch of its own in the s...

Deirdre O Donnell, 10 Oct 2019 16:12

The Oppo Reno Ace brings killer specs for under US$500. (Source: Oppo)

Oppo Reno Ace with Snapdragon 855+, 90 Hz display charges in just 30 minutes for under US$500

Oppo has continued with its spate of Reno branded device launches with the official unveiling of the Reno Ace. The new device looks to be positioned in a similar segment of the market to the OnePlus 7T from sister company OnePlus.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 10 Oct 2019 12:39

The Motorola One Macro. (Source: Digital Trends)

Motorola launches the One Macro in India

The Motorola One Macro has become official in India, and will sell for a price of INR 9999 (or about US$140). It is a triple-camera phone, one of which takes 2MP photos with a pixel size of 1.75 microns. The OEM claims that this a...

Deirdre O Donnell, 09 Oct 2019 22:58

OPPO Reno A with Snapdragon 710 now available in Japan for JP ¥35,800 (about US $330)

The OPPO Reno A, the Chinese OEM's latest mid-range smartphone, was launched in Japan today. Packing a Snapdragon 710, 6 GB of RAM, and 128 GB of storage, the handset seems centered around selfies due to its 25 MP front-facing cam...

Sam Medley, 09 Oct 2019 21:20

The Nokia 8.1 has a new software update. (Source: HMD Global)

The Nokia 8.1 gets upgraded to Android 10

HMD Global has announced an OTA update to Android 10 for the Nokia 8.1. It is the first of this brand's phones that were included in the beta program for the OS in question to see the stable version. It upgrades the 8.1 with Dark ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 09 Oct 2019 19:30

Realme teases the X2 Pro's front panel. (Source: IndiaShopps)

The Realme X2 Pro will come with a 135Hz touch-response rate

Realme has revealed that the X2 Pro's display will come with a touch-sampling rate of 135 hertz (Hz). This means that the upcoming Snapdragon 855 Plus flagship may have enhanced user-input responses to go with its 90-hertz display...

Deirdre O Donnell, 09 Oct 2019 17:24

Update | The Black Shark 2 Pro launches in Europe on October 9, 2019

Xiaomi's latest gaming phone, the Black Shark 2 Pro, will be released for sale in Europe on October 9, 2019. It will be sold through the brand's regional website for an as-yet undisclosed price. The 2 Pro is powered by the Snapdra...

Deirdre O Donnell, 09 Oct 2019 16:33

The Realme X2 is now official in China, Snapdragon 730G and all

Realme has launched its new X2 device for the Chinese market today. As rumored, it has an updated processor compared to that contained in its pre-existing variant, the XT. This new version is also the one coming to Europe later th...

Deirdre O Donnell, 08 Oct 2019 23:43

The 2019 TCL 8-series will be available soon. (Source: TCL)

TCL releases its new 8-series of Roku-enabled TVs through Best Buy

TCL's 2019 8-series of TVs are based on QLED technology and integrate the Roku streaming platform. They are 4K HDR panels that support Dolby Vision and 100% of the DCI-P3 color space. The new TCL 8-series will become available thr...

Deirdre O Donnell, 08 Oct 2019 23:01

The Xiaomi Mi Band 4. (Source: PhoneArena)

Xiaomi may add NFC to the international-variant Mi Band 5

The Mi Band is a popular fitness wearable series worldwide, albeit with one potential drawback: many units sold outside China come without NFC. Its maker, Xiaomi, will reportedly address this deficiency in its next generation. Thi...

Deirdre O Donnell, 06 Oct 2019 16:17

Pokemon GO reportedly mistakes some MIUI users for cheaters. (Source: Niantic)

Pokemon GO reportedly bans Android players for running a certain version of MIUI

There have been multiple reports of Pokemon GO handing out strikes preventing play to those who own certain Redmi devices. This pattern has been linked to MIUI 10.3.2.0, a recent firmware update for the phones affected. Niantic, t...

Deirdre O Donnell, 05 Oct 2019 18:30

The Realme X2 Pro may be here soon. (Source: Realme)

The Realme X2 Pro comes with Dolby-powered dual speakers and is headed for Europe

Realme has announced that its upcoming flagship, the X2 Pro, will have dual stereo speakers. Furthermore, they will be equipped with Dolby Atmos and "hi-res" audio. The brand has not given a launch date for this phone, but is now ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 05 Oct 2019 17:51

Surprise! It turns out we could be getting the Mi Mix 4 after all

The highly anticipated launch of the Mi Mix 4 has been something of a wild ride so far. Fans expected a launch event last month but were left disappointed. Since then, though, it's been multiple conflicting reports on the existenc...

Ricci Rox, 04 Oct 2019 21:28

Chinese Tech

The OnePlus 6 and 6T are now receiving the Android 10 beta update

Huawei Watch GT 2: An intelligent, stylish and flawed smartwatch

No Snapdragon 730G: New Redmi Note 8T leak will leave expectant fans disappointed

Xiaomi releases a beta update to Android 10 for the Mi 9 SE

Mi Mix 4 leaks ahead of next week's anticipated launch

The Moto G8 Play leaks, revealing triple cameras and a waterdrop-notched screen

This is what the OnePlus 8 Pro will look like

Xiaomi celebrates Redmi Note series sales milestone that shows its dominance in the mid-range segment

The Mi Surface is Xiaomi's new 34-inch gaming-grade monitor

The Youth Edition is a leaked variant of the Honor 20 with the Kirin 810 SoC

Unboxing video of Huawei Mate X reveals a flashy foldable flagship with a new red button

The Honor 20 gets a Nova rebrand for the European market

1More announces the release of its first ANC true-wireless earbuds

OnePlus has no intention of becoming Huawei or Xiaomi (yet)

Huawei Enjoy 10 mid-range Android smartphone pops up on Geekbench ahead of release

A new Snapdragon 855 OPPO phone shows up on Geekbench 5

New Moto G8 Plus leak will leave fans of the series breathless

This is why Xiaomi opted for the weak Snapdragon 439 on the Redmi 8

The Redmi K30 is on the way with a Galaxy S10 Plus-eque punch-hole design

The Snapdragon X55 modem will power 5G fixed broadband equipment for over 30 OEMs

Amazfit GTS: Huami launches its Apple Watch imitator in India for ₹9,999 (~US$140)

Dual-screen Nubia Z20 now available in the US for just US$549

The Honor Band 5 is better value than the Xiaomi Mi Band 4 despite its faux pas

OPPO unveils the new Snapdragon 730G-powered K5

ZTE jumps on the square-camera bandwagon with the low-end Blade 20

Next-gen Xiaomi cameras may have up to 50X digital zoom

Meizu announces a new member of its 16 flagship smartphone series

DxOMark: The Mi 9T Pro delivers capable cameras albeit with a few flaws

Huawei Mate 20 Pro now receiving the Android Q-based EMUI 10 update globally

Details of the Honor View 30 revealed - Two phones, OLED, 5G, and a monstrous 60 MP camera

VMOS (sort of) brings Google Play to the Huawei Mate 30

The Huawei Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro have landed in Europe

Vivo may launch a "Standard" version of the Y3 soon

The Nokia 6.2 sneaks onto Amazon.in for about US$250

Xiaomi could be the next OEM to the 120Hz display: new rumor

A Vivo "iQOO Lite" variant pops up on Geekbench

Chinese leak claims Qualcomm's Snapdragon 865 SoC may launch next month

Update | Xiaomi may launch MIUI 11 Global along with the Redmi Note 8 Pro in India

Oppo Reno Ace with Snapdragon 855+, 90 Hz display charges in just 30 minutes for under US$500

Motorola launches the One Macro in India

OPPO Reno A with Snapdragon 710 now available in Japan for JP ¥35,800 (about US $330)

The Nokia 8.1 gets upgraded to Android 10

The Realme X2 Pro will come with a 135Hz touch-response rate

Update | The Black Shark 2 Pro launches in Europe on October 9, 2019

The Realme X2 is now official in China, Snapdragon 730G and all

TCL releases its new 8-series of Roku-enabled TVs through Best Buy

Xiaomi may add NFC to the international-variant Mi Band 5

Pokemon GO reportedly bans Android players for running a certain version of MIUI

The Realme X2 Pro comes with Dolby-powered dual speakers and is headed for Europe

Surprise! It turns out we could be getting the Mi Mix 4 after all

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