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Some OnePlus users can now try out Android Q DP3. (Source: Android Developers)

OnePlus releases Android Q Developer Preview 3 for the 7 and 6 series

OnePlus has just posted download links for its latest Developer Preview (DP3) for the next upcoming major Android update. It contains the latest features of both this OS and OxygenOS, the OEM's custom skin for the same. This build...

Deirdre O Donnell, 20 Jul 2019 15:37

The Xiaomi Black Shark 2 Pro teaser. (Image source: Weibo)

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 Pro: The ASUS ROG Phone 2 and Nubia Red Magic 3 challenger is arriving July 30; Geekbench listing has it trailing the Galaxy Note 10

Xiaomi is following suit with ASUS and Nubia by refreshing its gaming smartphone this summer. The company has confirmed that it will unveil the Black Shark 2 Pro on July 30, but it is currently keeping other details close to its c...

Alex Alderson, 19 Jul 2019 20:53

A comparison between the One Action and One Vision. (Source: 91Mobiles)

The Motorola One Action is now an Android Enterprise Recommended device

The One Action is now almost certainly Motorola's next Android One device. A phone of this name has reportedly been found on the Google databases that pertain to this program. Its entries appear to confirm a 21:9 aspect ratio and ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 Jul 2019 19:17

Huawei has suffered multiple blows over the past few months. (Source: Gizbot)

In spite of Trump's ban, Huawei is being touted to ship 260 million smartphone units this year

Huawei shipped close to 60 million smartphones units in the first quarter of the year but was hit with a trade ban by the US government that negatively influenced sales in Q2. Analysts expect the company to hit 260 million shipmen...

Ricci Rox, 19 Jul 2019 17:07

Since it already received the TENAA certification, Huawei's Mate X could launch this August, at least in China. (Source: Huawei)

TENAA certification reveals Huawei Mate X final specs, launch date imminent

Previously rescheduled for a September launch, the Mate X may end up launching this August, at least in China. This possibility is backed by the recent TENAA certification, which also reveals that the mate X will integrate an 8-in...

Bogdan Solca, 19 Jul 2019 16:04

The new "ZTE phone" up against Galaxy Note 10 renders. (Source: MobielKopen)

ZTE's alleged new dual-display patent looks most like a Huawei P30 without the notch

A Dutch tech blog claims to have found a ZTE patent for this OEM's latest trick: the dual-display premium phone. Unlike the pre-existing Axon M, this design puts a screen on either side of the device. As it has triple rear cameras...

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 Jul 2019 15:00

The Samsung Galaxy Fold may be ready for its 2nd launch event. (Source: Samsung)

The Samsung Galaxy Fold is reportedly "good to go", according to expert Korean testers

A Korean tech news site claims that the Galaxy Fold has passed testing by a group of "professionals and professors" at 2 prominent universities in the country. Reportedly, this assessment was the flexible Samsung device's final st...

Deirdre O Donnell, 18 Jul 2019 19:05

The Redmi K20 Pro aims to be a definite flagship-killer. (Source: Xiaomi)

Pocophone in a new avatar? Xiaomi launches the Redmi K20 and K20 Pro in India

Xiaomi has officially launched the Redmi K20 and Redmi K20 Pro in India. The K20 and K20 Pro offer a flagship-grade experience under the Redmi sub-brand and feature the latest Qualcomm SoCs, FHD+ AMOLED displays, a triple-camera s...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 18 Jul 2019 09:45

The Xiaomi Mi A3 really does look like this. (Source: Gizbot)

Xiaomi Mi A3 is now on sale in Spain

Xiaomi has finally confirmed the Mi A3's specs in the course of this new Android One device's launch. As this event took place in Spain, this is also the first market in which it is being sold at present. The phone starts at €250 ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 17 Jul 2019 18:48

The updated Red magic 3 model should launch immediately after the ROG Phone 2 from Asus. (Source: NDTV)

Nubia teases Snapdragon 855 Plus upgrade for Red Magic 3

In response to the recently leaked Asus ROG Phone 2 powered by the Snapdragon 855 Plus SoC, Nubia immediately teased an upgraded version of its top selling Red Magic 3 gaming phone. We could also see new versions for Xiaomi's Blac...

Bogdan Solca, 17 Jul 2019 15:41

Honor and Huawei are updating numerous devices to the latest EMUI version. (Source: Honor)

New software updates for slightly older Honor and Huawei phones appear

Huawei and Honor have announced the roll-out of EMUI 9.1 (or Magic UI 2.1) for various phones released in or around 2018. This new OS version is probably best known for GPU Turbo 3.0, which optimizes performance when various compa...

Deirdre O Donnell, 17 Jul 2019 13:52

The MediaTek Helio P90: could it be the template for a new SoC? (Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek allegedly plans to step into mobile gaming arena with new, custom-build SoC

New leaks that allegedly emanate from Chinese sources point to the imminent release of a new processor by MediaTek: the Helio G90. This CPU is also directed at relatively fresh ground for the Taiwanese silicon-smiths. It is purpor...

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Jul 2019 19:03

This phone may be getting some new siblings soon. (Source: GSMArena)

OPPO trademarks a whole bunch of new names for K-series smartphones

To say OPPO may be planning to expand its K series of smartphones may be somewhat of an understatement. The OEM has reportedly made a total of 21 trademarking applications for new device names along these lines. This volume of sub...

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Jul 2019 17:16

New renders suggest a hidden front-facing camera for the Honor 9X Pro. (Source: MySmartPrice)

Latest renders point to pop-up cameras for Honor 9X series

According to some new leaks, the Honor 9X and its Pro variant will have full-screen displays. This will allegedly be conferred by selfie cameras hidden in pop-up modules. One of these Huawei sub-brand phones may also have appeared...

Deirdre O Donnell, 15 Jul 2019 22:43

Will Vivo's V1921A look something like this? (Source: The News Minute)

More details of as-yet unreleased Vivo mid-ranger surface on Geekbench

The V1921A is a new device from Vivo that has triple cameras and an in-display fingerprint scanner. It has been certified by TENAA, and has now also appeared on the benchmarking site Geekbench. Its results show that it is powered ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 15 Jul 2019 19:36

Huawei's HQ is in Shenzhen, Guangdong. (Image source: Telecoms)

Huawei to lay off hundreds of US employees

Huawei is putting together plans to lay off hundreds of its US-based employees, according to the Wall Street Journal. Although President Trump has eased some of the restrictions on the Chinese company, it remains on the US Entity ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 15 Jul 2019 13:00

PanGu, an STM32MP1 powered Raspberry Pi alternative with a dual-core MPU. (Image source: I2Som)

I2Som PanGu, an STM32MP1 powered Raspberry Pi Linux alternative that costs ~US$72.50

The PanGu is an STMicroelectronics STM32MP1 powered single-board computer (SBC), which should offer good value for money for some developers. The board runs Debian Jesse and Yocto Linux and is available to order from Taobao for 49...

Alex Alderson, 14 Jul 2019 23:50

Vivo are alleged to be hiring in Europe. (Source: Vivo)

The smartphone OEM Vivo shows signs of breaking into new markets

Vivo is an OEM that mostly produces smartphones with modern features such as multiple cameras. However, these handsets have not been officially available in certain regions. However, new reports indicate that this company is hirin...

Deirdre O Donnell, 14 Jul 2019 20:28

Renders of the Mi A3. (Source: Winfuture)

Details of the Xiaomi Mi A3 revealed in full - Weaker performance than the Mi A2

Xiaomi is set to unveil its newest Android One phone, the Mi A3, soon, and details of the device have now been revealed in full. Notable takeaways include a 32 MP selfie camera, 48 MP main rear shooter, and an SoC that looks to a ...

Ricci Rox, 14 Jul 2019 13:00

GPD Win Max: New leaks reveal a PS Vita style d-pad, revised keyboard, dual fans and a trackpad

News about the GPD Win Max has been quiet since April, but a host of leaked photos give a better look at the 8-inch handheld. Dual-fans, a larger keyboard, a PlayStation Vita style d-pad and even a trackpad? One-Netbook and Smach ...

Alex Alderson, 13 Jul 2019 22:35

Huawei allegedly trademarks yet another new OS name

Huawei is now linked to multiple different possible names for its well-publicized in-house OS, which may replace Android on its phones in the near future. A new possible leak has turned up another new such term for this system: Ha...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Jul 2019 19:19

EMUI 10 might be revealed in more detail at the Huawei Developer Conference. (Source: Huawei Central)

EMUI 10 based on Android Q will be unveiled at an August 2019 Huawei event

Huawei has released the schedule for its Developer Conference, which will take place in Dongguan, China, on August 9, 2019. The second talk in this event will concern EMUI 10, which is based on Android Q. It will be conducted by W...

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Jul 2019 22:35

The Pocophone F1 has a new software update, but it has resulted in glitches. (Source: Lelong.my)

The latest build of MIUI may cause screen issues for some Pocophone F1 users

Xiaomi has released a new, official version of MIUI (10.3.5.0) for the Pocophone F1. This is normally great news, and would be in this case were it not for a sub-group of users who report problems such as screen freezing and ghost...

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Jul 2019 19:04

Vivo debuts S series of phones in India

Vivo has launched a phone called the S1 for the Indian market. Unlike the existing device of the same name for the Chinese region, it is a new product powered by the MediaTek Helio P65 SoC, runs Android 9.0 and has triple rear cam...

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Jul 2019 18:24

Chuwi Black Friday Amazon Prime sale knocks 25 percent off the HeroBook, AeroBook, and Hi9 Pro

From July 15 to July 16, these already cheap Chuwi devices will be even cheaper from $111 to $399 as part of Amazon Prime Day. Chuwi is notable for offering very inexpensive laptops and tablets that tend to work best as secondary ...

Allen Ngo, 12 Jul 2019 09:54

The Snapdragon 665 may be found in another new phone soon. (Source: Qualcomm)

OPPO might be the next OEM to release a phone based on the new Snapdragon 665 SoC

New certifications pertaining to a device called the OPPO CPH1931 have allegedly been found online. This device as described is a phone with a 6.1-inch screen and a 5000mAh battery. Its most interesting attribute so far may be ref...

Deirdre O Donnell, 11 Jul 2019 22:52

Huawei Mate 20 X 5G launch date for China set to July 26 (Source: Indiashopps)

Huawei Mate 20 X 5G to hit China on July 26

Recently made available for pre-order in UAE, the Huawei Mate 20 X 5G is now ready to launch in China. This massive phablet that sports a 7.2-inch OLED display with a waterdrop notch will debut in its home market on July 26 and is...

Codrut Nistor, 11 Jul 2019 18:55

The latest leaks indicate that the Mi A2 Lite is also getting an update. (Source: Kimovil)

The Xiaomi Mi A3 saga continues: Latest rumor hints at 2 variants with different CPUs

Various leaks have indicated that Xiaomi's Mi Ax series will be updated soon. Some leaks have also suggested that this year's iteration will be a rebrand of the OEM's new quasi-premium, youth-oriented Mi CC9e. However, the freshes...

Deirdre O Donnell, 11 Jul 2019 18:48

Amazfit GTR: Huami to launch its new smartwatch on July 16

Huami, not to be confused with Huawei, produces wearables not only for Xiaomi but also has its own line of smartwatches and fitness trackers. The company recently released the Amazfit Verge 2 smartwatch with EKG functionality and ...

Alex Alderson, 11 Jul 2019 18:02

Thanks to its dual NPU architecture, the i700 SoC is able to provide advanced A.I.-enabled face recognition and AR features for IoT devices. (Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek announces i700 SoC for A.I. IoT applications

Thanks to its dual-NPU design, the i700 SoC provides 5X increased A.I. acceleration when compared to the already available i500 chip. It also features eight ARM Cortex cores, a PowerVR GM 9446 GPU and supports up to 8 GB of LPDDR4...

Bogdan Solca, 11 Jul 2019 15:04

The original GPD Win 2 received nearly US$3,000,000 in crowdfunding last year. (Image source: GPD HK)

The GPD Win 2 receives a Core m3-8100Y refresh; redesigned motherboard, improved speakers and costs US$775

GPD is refreshing the Win 2, its 6-inch handheld that can run AAA games. The company has not only bumped the device up from a Core m3-7Y30 to a Core m3-8100Y, but it has also redesigned the motherboard to aid better heat dissipati...

Alex Alderson, 11 Jul 2019 00:30

Ticwatch Pro LTE now available, will activate via Verizon

Mobvoi has unveiled a new, LTE-enabled version of the Ticwatch Pro. This wearable has most of the specs of its original variant, including its innovative battery-saving dual display. On the other hand, the LTE model is enhanced wi...

Deirdre O Donnell, 10 Jul 2019 19:06

The Xiaomi Mi TV 4A now has a preliminary update to Android Pie. (Source: Digit)

An early-access build of Android Pie for the Xiaomi Mi TV 4A is now available

Those who own the Mi TV 4A can now apply for a kind of Android Pie beta-test. Xiaomi is working on what it calls an 'early-access build' for this 32- or 43-inch device, and is currently inviting users to install and test it. The 4...

Deirdre O Donnell, 10 Jul 2019 18:28

Downright cheap laptops with a 4K 100% sRGB HDR display are going to become more common for at least the next few months. (Source: Chuwi)

Analysis | Expect to see more mismatches of 4K IPS panels on cheap budget laptops

We've already posted a few articles about Chuwi's LapBook plus, a $439 USD budget laptop that distinguishes itself with a 15.6-inch 4K HDR 100% SRGB display and unibody metal build. There's a reason why Chinese budget laptops are ...

Douglas Black, 10 Jul 2019 04:46

OPPO introduced the shark-fin look in the Reno line. (Source: TechNave)

OPPO Reno's design allegedly copied in new smartphone patent

The lesser-spotted Chinese OEM Haipai has filed a patent for a new phone with a type of pop-up module for the selfie camera that rises from the top of the device as a wedge. Sound familiar? If so, you may be thinking of OPPO, who ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 09 Jul 2019 17:39

Existing Realme 3 smartphone to get a sibling, Realme 3i hits Geekbench

MediaTek Helio P60-powered Realme 3i hits Geekbench

The MediaTek Helio P70-powered Realme 3 handset will get a compact sibling. The alleged Realme 3i surfaced on Geekbench as the RMX1827 with the slower Helio P60 processor, 3 GB of memory, and Android 9.0 Pie-based firmware. Teased...

Codrut Nistor, 09 Jul 2019 16:14

OnePlus 7 Pro Android phablet gets OxygenOS 9.5.9 update with new camera features

OxygenOS 9.5.9 comes with new camera features for the OnePlus 7 Pro

In addition to the usual system optimizations and general bug fixes, the OxygenOS 9.5.9 OTA update for the OnePlus 7 Pro comes with new enhancements for the camera: improved back-to-front switching, faster autofocus, advanced Pano...

Codrut Nistor, 09 Jul 2019 13:34

While Amazon is trying to draw attention to its sale prices, its workers are trying to draw attention to their working conditions. (Source: Amazon)

Amazon workers plan strike during this year's "Prime Day" sale

Amazon workers at a warehouse in Shakopee, Minnesota have pledged to strike for six hours on July 15th, the first day of the company's annual Prime Day sale. While the workers are striking over alleged poor pay and other condition...

Douglas Black, 09 Jul 2019 12:46

App names trademarked by Huawei, apparently for HongMeng OS (Source: Indiashopps)

Huawei trademarks new apps, most likely to be integrated into HongMeng OS

Although its relationship with the US has improved a lot and last month's troubles seem to be gone, Huawei is working hard on its own operating system. HongMeng OS will replace Android on a wide range of devices and some of its co...

Codrut Nistor, 08 Jul 2019 09:14

The Redmi 7A ups the ante in the low-tier phone game. (Source: GSMArena)

The Redmi 7A is set to hit the Indian market at a 6A price

The Redmi 7A boasts an improved camera, processor and SKU choices compared to its predecessor, the 6A. It will go on sale in India at a special starting price of INR 5799 (~US$85). However, even its "normal" price translates to ab...

Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Jul 2019 21:43

A new version of the Meizu 16s may be in the works. (Source: GSMArena)

Meizu 16s Pro is spotted on Chinese retailer's website

With its Snapdragon 855 processor, in-display fingerprint sensor and 48MP main camera, the Meizu 16s is a 2019 flagship smartphone in its own right. An electronics blog claims to have found screenshots indicating that the e-store ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Jul 2019 18:47

Mobvoi's latest smartwatch will be here soon. (Source: Mobvoi)

Mobvoi teases a new product, probably the next Ticwatch

Mobvoi has released a YouTube video offering hints of its next product release. It appears to be a new smartwatch, most likely of the Ticwatch line. The OEM claims that it can "boost your daily efficiency" and has an improved hear...

Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Jul 2019 18:13

The Vivo V1921A on TENAA's website. (Source: TENAA)

Vivo now linked to new, triple-camera phone with in-display fingerprint scanner

TENAA has reportedly certified a new device for Vivo. It is described as a 6.38 inch-display phone with a 4420mAh battery. The images associated with this listing show 3 rear-facing cameras and no visible fingerprint scanner.

Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Jul 2019 17:27

The Mi 9 features a 48 MP camera and delivers excellent camera performance. (Source: Xiaomi0

Xiaomi's upcoming Mi Mix 4 promises to push the boundaries of smartphone photography

Xiaomi will release the Mi Mix 4 in the coming months and a company executive has confirmed that the upcoming flagship will feature a class-leading camera sensor. Not Samsung's 64 MP GW1 but something "better".

Ricci Rox, 07 Jul 2019 13:24

The Honor 9X will be powered by the new Kirin 810. (Source: Weibo)

The Honor 9X is coming on July 23 - Finally a worthy challenger to the Redmi Note 7 Pro?

The Redmi Note 7 Pro was launched a few months ago and has been hailed as the indubitable best-value mid-range option in the markets in which it's sold. Huawei's sub-brand, Honor, is a rival to Xiaomi on many counts and the compan...

Ricci Rox, 07 Jul 2019 12:27

The Xiaomi Mi A3 could look like this when it is released. (Source: GizmoChina)

The Xiaomi Mi CC9e may become the Mi A3 in the US

The Mi CC9e is one of Xiaomi's latest phones on the Chinese market. Despite its mid-range specs, it still features an in-display fingerprint scanner and the new Snapdragon 665 processor. There is now evidence that this device may ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 06 Jul 2019 14:56

A shot of the alleged upcoming Nokia device. (Source: XDA)

Nokia is rumored to have a new 48MP mid-range phone in the works

A new report includes images of a heretofore-unseen phone linked to Nokia with triple cameras in a single circular module. Some material allegedly posted alongside these photos asserts that the main lens has a 48MP resolution. How...

Deirdre O Donnell, 06 Jul 2019 14:17

Deepfake: Are these the first official Mate 30 Pro adverts?

First, we had a back glass leak, next a few fan-made renders, and now apparently a set of official adverts? A deepfake or something more legit?

Alex Alderson, 06 Jul 2019 04:20

A look at three of the patented designs. (Image source: WinFuture)

Huawei is playing with how best to contextualise UI around a punch-hole camera

Some intriguing patents have been published by the German patent office. They show that Huawei is toying with the idea of how to contextualise UI and UX around a punch-hole camera. So, it appears that the Chinese manufacturer is h...

Alex Alderson, 05 Jul 2019 23:01

Chinese Tech

OnePlus releases Android Q Developer Preview 3 for the 7 and 6 series

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 Pro: The ASUS ROG Phone 2 and Nubia Red Magic 3 challenger is arriving July 30; Geekbench listing has it trailing the Galaxy Note 10

The Motorola One Action is now an Android Enterprise Recommended device

In spite of Trump's ban, Huawei is being touted to ship 260 million smartphone units this year

TENAA certification reveals Huawei Mate X final specs, launch date imminent

ZTE's alleged new dual-display patent looks most like a Huawei P30 without the notch

The Samsung Galaxy Fold is reportedly "good to go", according to expert Korean testers

Pocophone in a new avatar? Xiaomi launches the Redmi K20 and K20 Pro in India

Xiaomi Mi A3 is now on sale in Spain

Nubia teases Snapdragon 855 Plus upgrade for Red Magic 3

New software updates for slightly older Honor and Huawei phones appear

MediaTek allegedly plans to step into mobile gaming arena with new, custom-build SoC

OPPO trademarks a whole bunch of new names for K-series smartphones

Latest renders point to pop-up cameras for Honor 9X series

More details of as-yet unreleased Vivo mid-ranger surface on Geekbench

Huawei to lay off hundreds of US employees

I2Som PanGu, an STM32MP1 powered Raspberry Pi Linux alternative that costs ~US$72.50

The smartphone OEM Vivo shows signs of breaking into new markets

Details of the Xiaomi Mi A3 revealed in full - Weaker performance than the Mi A2

GPD Win Max: New leaks reveal a PS Vita style d-pad, revised keyboard, dual fans and a trackpad

Huawei allegedly trademarks yet another new OS name

EMUI 10 based on Android Q will be unveiled at an August 2019 Huawei event

The latest build of MIUI may cause screen issues for some Pocophone F1 users

Vivo debuts S series of phones in India

Chuwi Black Friday Amazon Prime sale knocks 25 percent off the HeroBook, AeroBook, and Hi9 Pro

OPPO might be the next OEM to release a phone based on the new Snapdragon 665 SoC

Huawei Mate 20 X 5G to hit China on July 26

The Xiaomi Mi A3 saga continues: Latest rumor hints at 2 variants with different CPUs

Amazfit GTR: Huami to launch its new smartwatch on July 16

MediaTek announces i700 SoC for A.I. IoT applications

The GPD Win 2 receives a Core m3-8100Y refresh; redesigned motherboard, improved speakers and costs US$775

Ticwatch Pro LTE now available, will activate via Verizon

An early-access build of Android Pie for the Xiaomi Mi TV 4A is now available

Analysis | Expect to see more mismatches of 4K IPS panels on cheap budget laptops

OPPO Reno's design allegedly copied in new smartphone patent

MediaTek Helio P60-powered Realme 3i hits Geekbench

OxygenOS 9.5.9 comes with new camera features for the OnePlus 7 Pro

Amazon workers plan strike during this year's "Prime Day" sale

72% A 4K Laptop For $440: Chuwi LapBook Plus Review

Huawei trademarks new apps, most likely to be integrated into HongMeng OS

The Redmi 7A is set to hit the Indian market at a 6A price

Meizu 16s Pro is spotted on Chinese retailer's website

Mobvoi teases a new product, probably the next Ticwatch

Vivo now linked to new, triple-camera phone with in-display fingerprint scanner

Xiaomi's upcoming Mi Mix 4 promises to push the boundaries of smartphone photography

The Honor 9X is coming on July 23 - Finally a worthy challenger to the Redmi Note 7 Pro?

The Xiaomi Mi CC9e may become the Mi A3 in the US

Nokia is rumored to have a new 48MP mid-range phone in the works

Deepfake: Are these the first official Mate 30 Pro adverts?

Huawei is playing with how best to contextualise UI around a punch-hole camera

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