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A schematic for the upcoming Samsung phone. (Source: FCC via NashvilleChatter)

The FCC certifies what may be 2021's cheapest Samsung Galaxy A-series smartphone

Samsung has obtained Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approval for a device called the SM-A205M. This, according to several leaks, may be launched as the Galaxy A02 or possibly A02s. Its new registration shows that it is a ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Oct 2020 23:19

The Galaxy Watch Active 2 has gained voice guidance from its successor. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung brings one of the best features of the Galaxy Watch 3 to the Galaxy Watch Active 2

Samsung has donated another feature to the Galaxy Watch Active 2, its former flagship smartwatch. This time, the South Korean company has borrowed from the feature set of the new Galaxy Watch 3, which it released in August.

Alex Alderson, 29 Oct 2020 19:13

GeForce Now gets Watch Dogs: Legion on launch day. (Source: Nvidia)

GeForce Now gets Watch Dogs: Legion on launch day, extends free subscription offer to RTX 3070

GeForce Now gets a boost this week with new games including Watch Dogs: Legion and Ghostrunner, as well as free subscriptions for RTX 3070 and eligible Chromebook owners. The service now has over 650 games available and has new ti...

Craig Ward, 29 Oct 2020 15:00

Xiaomi began upgrading the Redmi Note 8 to MIUI 12 globally earlier this week. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Global MIUI 12 upgrade for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 may be missing multiple features as the Redmi Note 7 receives a new update

It seems that Xiaomi forgot to include several features in the first Android 10 and MIUI 12 update for the global version of the Redmi Note 8. According to multiple reports, V12.0.1.0.QCOMIXM is missing multiple elements of MIUI 1...

Alex Alderson, 29 Oct 2020 14:17

The Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge have received a new update. (Image source: Samsung)

The Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge receive a new update

The Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge have received a new update, over four-and-a-half years since their release in March 2016. The update brings the September 2020 security patch to the two devices, along with bug fixes, performance ...

Alex Alderson, 29 Oct 2020 11:58

The Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro and the POCO F2 Pro have multiple appearances on the latest MIUI 12 bug tracker. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi's MIUI 12 Global ROM bug tracker moves into volume 2 with numerous entries from the POCO F1 joined by Mi 10 Pro and POCO F2 Pro bugs

Xiaomi has started publishing volume two of its MIUI 12 Global ROM bug tracker report over at the Mi Community forum. The table contains a list of issues reported by Mi Pilot testers, with the POCO F1 featuring heavily. There are ...

Daniel R Deakin, 29 Oct 2020 09:50

The Radeon RX 6800 offers AMD's latest RDNA 2 GPU design and features for less than US$600

AMD introduced the RX 6800 as the most vanilla of its all-new RDNA 2-based line-up today (October 28, 2020). However, based on its specs, it may pack a punch of its own. It offers the same GDDR6 memory and Infinity Cache as its hi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Oct 2020 19:56

V12.0.2.0.QEJMIXM is now available to download freely for the Pocophone F1. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Pocophone F1 finally receives MIUI 12 globally with no catches

Unbridled MIUI 12 has finally arrived globally for the Pocophone F1. V12.0.2.0.QEJMIXM is available as an OTA download, but Xiaomi has also published the recovery and fastboot ROMs of the build, should you need to install one of t...

Alex Alderson, 28 Oct 2020 18:50

The OnePlus Watch launch, originally slated for October 2020, is pushed back indefinitely

Recently, the tipster Max J. asserted that OnePlus would introduce its first-ever smartwatch in October 2020. Now, the same leaker claims that this launch has been postponed, possibly due to development issues with the new product...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Oct 2020 16:14

Christmas arrives early for owners of the Redmi Note 8. (Source: Xiaomi)

The Redmi Note 8 finally receives MIUI 12 and Android 10 globally

Take to the streets in joy, Redmi Note 8 owners; MIUI 12 and Android 10 is finally here for you! After months of delays, Xiaomi is finally sending out the stable MIUI 12 and Android 10 update to the global version of the Redmi Not...

Ricci Rox, 28 Oct 2020 10:13

The Amazfits GTR and GTS 2. (Source: Huami)

Huami launches the Amazfit GTR 2 and GTS 2 smartwatches for the US and UK markets

The OEM Huami has held its global launch for the second-gen Amazfit GTR and GTS wearables, although they will only be released in the US and UK markets to start off with. These smartwatches feature blood-oxygen, heart-rate, sleep ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Oct 2020 22:56

New updates arrive for the Mi A3 as the Redmi Note 9S also starts receiving MIUI 12 globally

After sending out the highly awaited MIUI 12 update to the European version of the Redmi Note 9S, Xiaomi has now expanded the rollout by sending a similar update to the global variant of the device. The Mi A3 also happens to be re...

Ricci Rox, 27 Oct 2020 21:49

Qualcomm's new products may make for better next-gen mesh Wi-Fi. (Source: Google)

Qualcomm's latest solution for mesh networking may deploy gigabit-level Wi-Fi to the entire home with smaller footprints

Mesh networking is based on a set of repeaters that can be placed strategically around a building (usually a home) to ensure a good Wi-Fi signal in every room. Qualcomm has just announced its latest series of chipsets for this use...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Oct 2020 18:03

OnePlus announces its new sale. (Source: OnePlus)

Deal | OnePlus announces a discount on its first-gen Buds, which are also back in gray

OnePlus' first-ever TWS earbuds were AirPod clones, but did come with a gray variant at least. They have been out of stock in many countries for some time, however. The OEM has now revealed that they are back in its store now, how...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Oct 2020 16:59

The new DOOGEE S96 Pro. (Source: DOOGEE)

DOOGEE launches the S96 Pro as the world’s first rugged Android 10 phone with IR night-vision

DOOGEE's latest in its line of durable smartphones is the S96 Pro. This device counts a 20MP Sony "night vision" sensor among its 4 rear cameras. It also has a colossal battery of over 6000mAh in capacity, an ingress-protection ra...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Oct 2020 16:20

Googlefier can bring GMS to Honor and Huawei smarpthones. (Image source: XDA Developers)

Googlefier: Bring Google apps and services to Huawei and Honor devices with a simple tool

Hacking Google apps and services have returned to Honor and Huawei devices, courtesy of Googlefier. The workaround can bring Google Mobile Services to devices like the Mate 30 Pro and P40 Pro.

Alex Alderson, 27 Oct 2020 13:31

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 gets One UI 3.0 beta update in the US alongside the Note 20 Ultra

One UI 3.0 beta update for the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra rolling out in the US

In addition to the Sprint and T-Mobile customers that receive the One UI 3.0 beta update on the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra — alongside those who use the unlocked versions of these handsets — in the US. The good news is that ...

Codrut Nistor, 27 Oct 2020 10:19

Xiaomi launches the Redmi K30S in China as a rebranded, cheaper Mi 10T

Xiaomi has now launched its newest device, the Redmi K30S, in its home country of China. The Redmi K30S is, for all intents and purposes, a rebranded Mi 10T for certain markets, and it carries an appropriate price tag, starting at...

Ricci Rox, 27 Oct 2020 09:59

Destruction AllStars PlayStation 5-exclusive title delayed to early 2021 (Source: PlayStation.Blog)

PlayStation 5-exclusive Destruction AllStars launch postponed for early 2021

Initially announced as one of the Sony-published launch titles for the upcoming PlayStation 5 console, the vehicular combat game Destruction AllStars has had its launch date pushed to early 2021. The good part is that the game wil...

Codrut Nistor, 26 Oct 2020 18:29

Is this a sign the Vivo X60 may launch soon? (Source: Weibo via MySmartPrice)

Rumor | Vivo will unveil a new Android skin with the launch of the X60 series

Vivo is rumored to launch its camera-centric successors to the X50 line of phones soon, perhaps before 2020 is out. These devices are also now thought to introduce a new Android skin developed by this company. This "Origin OS" is ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Oct 2020 17:27

The TONE FREEs are back, with ANC this time. (Source: LG)

The latest version of LG's signature TWS earbuds have ANC

LG now has a few generations of its TONE FREE AirPod-clones under its belt. Now, it has announced a new one. These buds look much like the old, except that they support active noise-cancelling (ANC) this time. Their series' UVnano...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Oct 2020 16:39

The Redmi 9 is a cheap and cheerful smartphone that seems to have very limited official OEM support. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi's unofficial update policy gives short shrift to the Redmi, Redmi Note, and POCO C series

A reported update policy operated by Xiaomi in regard to MIUI and Android upgrades has shown the smartphone series favored by the Chinese OEM and which are more likely to be neglected. The unofficial list reveals that owners of Re...

Daniel R Deakin, 26 Oct 2020 12:22

The Redmi Note 9 Pro family is now receiving MIUI 12. (Source: Xiaomi)

MIUI 12 finally lands on the Redmi Note 9S in Europe as Xiaomi also expands rollout for the Redmi Note 9 Pro

Xiaomi is slowly continuing with the MIUI 12 rollout for the Snapdragon 720G-powered arm of the Redmi Note 9 family. The latest devices to receive MIUI 12 are the European variant of the Redmi Note 9S and the Indonesian model of t...

Ricci Rox, 26 Oct 2020 11:22

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War - The Final Countdown achievement (Source: Black Ops Cold War Tracker)

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War achievements list leaks online and gamers are not quite excited

The now — unofficially, of course — declassified achievement list for Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War contains no less than 44 items that cover various milestones that players need to reach in the campaign, multiplayer, and zombi...

Codrut Nistor, 26 Oct 2020 06:18

The interest in smart home devices among different household types. (Source: Parks Associates)

Having a home security system may make it more likely for you to buy a smart home device

A new research report has concluded that 63% of households with residential security equipment in the US are now considering buying a smart home device in the next 12 months compared to 40% of broadband internet-using households. ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Oct 2020 23:17

The POCO F1, Redmi Note 8 Pro, and Xiaomi Mi 9 have all had issues with MIUI 12-related battery drain. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

MIUI 12 update battery drain hitch continues to affect phones like the POCO F1, Redmi Note 8 Pro, and Xiaomi Mi 9 with no official fix in sight

More users of Xiaomi smartphones have been reporting issues with battery drain after installing the MIUI 12 update. The problem had already been mentioned on social media in connection to devices like the Redmi Note 8 Pro and Xiao...

Daniel R Deakin, 25 Oct 2020 09:23

Samsung's 2021 budget phones may be out there in leak form. (Source: Samsung)

The Samsung Galaxy A02s pops up on Geekbench 4

Some evidence of Samsung's next-gen super-budget smartphones has appeared in a new tip. It concerns a phone thought to be called the Galaxy A02s, which appears to be a 3GB RAM version of the also-rumored Galaxy A02. Oddly, however...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Oct 2020 19:31

Some Spectrum manufacturing samples. (Source: Eve Devices)

Eve Devices announces a shipping delay for the Spectrum monitor

Eve Devices is adamant that it should not ship its upcoming Spectrum monitor "until it is ready". To this end, it has revealed that the shipping date for its QHD/240Hz and 4K/144Hz SKUs has been pushed back to February 2021. This,...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Oct 2020 00:57

The PlayStation 5's Media Remote. (Source: Sony)

These are the entertainment apps to be available on the PlayStation 5 from launch

A Sony executive's latest blog post has revealed that 6 different major content-streaming platforms will be compatible with the PlayStation 5 from day 1. They include Spotify, YouTube, Disney Plus and Netflix, which will get their...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Oct 2020 20:48

AirTags may go places you might not expect. (Source: USPTO via PatentlyApple)

A new leak may reveal the full potential of Apple's upcoming AirTags

Apple is now slated to finally unleash its long-awaited AirTags in 2021. These new products are currently widely accepted to be this OEM's answer to products such as Tile anti-loss wireless accessories. However, according to leaks...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Oct 2020 20:09

The Mi A2 has received its October update. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi A2 receives a new update bringing the October security patch and bug fixes

The Xiaomi Mi A2 has received its monthly update, this time called V11.0.15.0.QDIMIXM. The new update brings the October 2020 set of security patches to the Android One handset, along with a few bug fixes. V11.0.15.0.QDIMIXM is ro...

Alex Alderson, 23 Oct 2020 17:45

Xiaomi began rolling out V12.0.2.0.QEJMIXM earlier this month. (Image source: Xiaomi)

MIUI 12 may be on a limited release for the Xiaomi Pocophone F1, but there may be a workaround

MIUI 12 may still be on a limited release for the global version of the Xiaomi Pocophone F1. If your device is yet to receive the OS upgrade, then flashing the OTA files manually may do the trick.

Alex Alderson, 23 Oct 2020 15:27

The Redmi Note 7 initially featured MIUI 11 based on Android 9. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Redmi Note 7 gets an Android 10-based MIUI 12 beta stable update

Owners of the Redmi Note 7 that operates with the Europe (EEA) MIUI ROM will be pleased to know that there is an Android 10-based MIUI 12 beta stable update now available for that particular smartphone. MIUI 12 for Redmi Note 7 us...

Daniel R Deakin, 23 Oct 2020 13:47

The Watch GT 2 Porsche Design. (Source: YouTube)

Huawei's latest accessories include a Watch GT 2 Porsche Design

Huawei's freshly-launched Mate 40 series has, as predicted through leaks, an extra-premium Porsche Design variant. It is accompanied by a similarly customized new smartwatch. This titanium-cased version of the Watch GT 2 has a new...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Oct 2020 22:44

Torchlight III Nintendo Switch-exclusive Ashen Glittersprite pet (Source: Perfect World)

Torchlight III hits the Nintendo Switch as promised

Nintendo Switch gamers can enjoy the third Torchlight game starting today just as promised. The new adventure "filled with hordes of goblins, undead and other dangerous Netherim creatures" is now live and early adopters also get t...

Codrut Nistor, 22 Oct 2020 22:16

The FreeBuds Studio are official. (Source: YouTube)

Huawei introduces its FreeBuds Studio headphones and Sound speaker

Huawei's major product launch of today (October 22, 2020) served to announce the Mate 40 phablet series and also several "companion" devices for it. They include the rumored FreeBuds Studio, the first ANC headphones from this line...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Oct 2020 21:20

Samsung is rolling out a software update to address Galaxy S20 FE touchscreen issues

Fix for Galaxy S20 FE touchscreen issues now rolling out via a software update

Samsung has finally begun issuing fixes for the Galaxy S20 FE's touchscreen problems via a software update. It is roughly 174MB in size and is currently rolling out in Europe. A global release should follow suit in the coming days...

Anil Satyanarayana, 22 Oct 2020 20:47

The Redmi Note 8 Pro has received new MIUI 12 updates in two regions. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi CC9e and Redmi Note 8 Pro receive new MIUI 12 upgrades as the Redmi 8 and Redmi Note 8 pick up perfunctory updates

The Mi CC9e and Redmi Note 8 Pro have received new MIUI 12 upgrades spanning several branches of MIUI, but the Redmi 8 and Redmi Note 8 are in no such luck. Instead, the Redmi 8 and Redmi Note 8 have just received security updates...

Alex Alderson, 22 Oct 2020 14:14

The Watch GT 2 Pro now supports blood oxygen saturation monitoring. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro gains a new health feature courtesy of latest software update

Huawei has introduced a new health feature to the Watch GT 2 Pro, despite its recent introduction. The update expands the capabilities of the company's latest smartwatch, specifically in relation to its SpO2 sensor.

Alex Alderson, 21 Oct 2020 23:23

The new Acer Chromebox CXI4. (Source: Acer)

Acer pitches its new Chromebox CXI4 as a desktop-replacement for enterprise or education

The CXI4 is Acer's new Chromebox with up-to-date connectivity, featuring Wi-Fi 6, USB 3.2 Gen 2 and type C ports. Therefore, it may prove an option for the processing needed in retail or learning spaces. It also has the dimensions...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Oct 2020 15:45

Acer's new Predator and Nitro monitors can go up to 280Hz and 34-inch 1900R curvature

Today (October 21, 2020), Acer has unveiled its latest gaming monitors. The Predator X34 GS is the likely headline here, as it combines a 34-inch 1900R panel, a UWQHD resolution and a new stand type in one. Then again, the 24.5-in...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Oct 2020 15:45

The Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S and Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 were both released in 2018. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S and Mi Mix 3 owners can sample Android 11 via ArrowOS 11.0 custom ROM

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S and Mi Mix 3 users can enjoy the delights of the Android 11 operating system thanks to the release of the ArrowOS 11.0 custom ROMs for those devices. This will be especially handy for those with a Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S...

Daniel R Deakin, 21 Oct 2020 08:25

Windows applications can now natively run inside Chrome OS. (Image via Parallels)

Chromebooks can now natively run Windows apps thanks to Parallels Desktop for Chromebook Enterprise

A new software tool from Parallels, the Parallels Desktop for Chromebook Enterprise, allows certain Chromebooks to natively run Windows apps alongside Chrome OS apps, no Internet required. The software seamlessly integrates Window...

Sam Medley, 21 Oct 2020 04:25

Consumer tech may have a relative boom in 4Q2020. (Source: Pixabay)

Consumer tech sales figures in the US are set to show positive change for the last quarter of 2020

The Covid-19 pandemic often has connotations of economic downturn and general consumption-insecurity. Nevertheless, the US consumer tech sector is now projected to grow by 18% year-on-year for the final quarter of 2020 (4Q2020), w...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Oct 2020 00:39

DxOMark updates its testing methods. (Source: DxOMark)

DxOMark announces updates for its smartphone display and camera testing protocols

DxOMark is practically a household name for independent groups that release scores for smartphone prowess in areas such as their screens and cameras. It has announced that its system to test the former has been re-designed to refl...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Oct 2020 23:41

The Mi Max 3 and Mi Mix 3 5G are now receiving MIUI 12 in more regions. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi Max 3 and Mi Mix 3 5G receive new MIUI 12 updates

The Mi Max 3 and Mi Mix 3 5G have received new MIUI 12 updates, bringing the two devices on Xiaomi's latest OS. The Mi Mix 3 5G still remains on Android 9.0 Pie in Europe on the Vodafone network, but the global and Russian version...

Alex Alderson, 20 Oct 2020 20:33

The Xiaomi Mi A1 finally reaches the end of its support lifespan but life continues thanks to a wide array of custom ROMs

The Xiaomi Mi A1 was released back in September 2017 as Xiaomi's first Android One offering. The Android One program promises just three years of software updates, however, so the Mi A1 has finally reached the end of its official ...

Ricci Rox, 20 Oct 2020 11:07

The OPPO Enco X are new ANC TWS earbuds tuned by Dynaudio

OPPO has launched the latest addition to its Enco series of TWS earbuds. They are equipped with a dual-core chipset to control their active noise cancelling (ANC) features. The OEM also describes them as having been developed in p...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Oct 2020 00:14

The new OPPO Watch RX. (Source: OPPO via MyDrivers)

OPPO teases the Watch RX, an upcoming round-faced smartwatch

OPPO is a device OEM that has launched Apple Watch-clones in the past. Now, it has unveiled its first smartwatch with a circular face instead. The RX will also run ColorOS Watch 1.5, a new version of the OEM's software for wearabl...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Oct 2020 23:08

OPPO launches its first-ever TVs with a 65-inch QLED flagship model

OPPO unveiled products new to this OEM during its October 19, 2020 Wisdom Life conference in China. They include its first-ever TVs, which run on a version of ColorOS developed specially for this new category. They have 4K panels,...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Oct 2020 19:23