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Vivo's latest launch announcement. (Source: Weibo)

Vivo announces a launch date for the X30 5G

The Vivo X30 will be the first phone to launch with the Exynos 980, a processor that supports dual-mode 5G. It is also thought to have a 60x zoom in its main camera array and a Pro variant. The OEM has revealed that this event will take place on December 16, 2019.

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Dec 2019 18:47

Rumored render of the OPPO Reno3 5G. (Image via Nashville Chatter)

OPPO Reno3 5G appears on TENAA, listing preliminary specs

The OPPO Reno3 5G showed up on TENAA today with some preliminary specs. The Reno3 will indeed support 5G thanks to the MediaTek MT6885 powering the phone. Other specifications closely match the Reno3 Pro 5G.

Sam Medley, 13 Dec 2019 17:24

The Snapdragon 865 might be the smallest SoC out there, but keep in mind it does not integrate any 4G/5G modem. (Source: Qualcomm)

Most 2020 smartphone flagships will have increased power requirements due to the lack of integrated 4G/5G modem with the Snapdragon 865

Qualcomm already presented the premium mid-range Snapdragon 765G with integrated X52 5G modem, so the fact that the Snapdragon 865 comes with no integrated 4G/5G modem does not make any sense. Unless Qualcomm wants to increase its profit and force OEMs to buy the SoC + 5G modem combo. Financial issues aside, most 2020 flagships could be plagued with overheating, low battery life and poor 5G connectivity.

Bogdan Solca, 13 Dec 2019 16:08

The next gen Exynos 1000 could launch by the end of 2020. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung is working on a 5 nm Exynos 1000 SoC

It looks like the Exynos 990 will not really be a match for Qualcomm's Snapdragon 865, and Samsung is already hard at work on a next gen SoC. According to Ice Universe, Samsung will use the 5 nm manufacturing process for the upcoming Exynos 1000, which should also include ARM's high-performance Cortex-A78 cores coupled with either the Mali-G78 or an RDNA GPU from AMD.

Bogdan Solca, 12 Dec 2019 17:59

The Redmi 30 5G could be among the first smartphones to benefit from the new LPDDR5 memory standard. (Source: Samsung)

Xiaomi to introduce LPDDR5 handhelds in Q1 2020; K30 5G first in line?

Xiaomi VP Lu Weibing is expecting the first LPDDR5 smartphones to hit the market in Q1 2020. Weibing is probably hinting at the Redmi K30 5G that is supposed to launch in January next year, since this model will also be powered by the new Snapdragon 765G SoC that is compatible with the new memory standard.

Bogdan Solca, 12 Dec 2019 17:34

Realme teases the X50 Pro. (Source: Realme)

The Realme X50 Pro will sport the Snapdragon 865 processor

Realme will launch the X50, its first phone with 5G, soon. However, the OEM has also announced that there will be a Pro variant of this same device. It will be powered by the next-gen flagship Snapdragon 865 SoC, but will not be available until 2020.

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Dec 2019 17:32

OPPO teases the Reno3 Pro 5G on its official site

OPPO has spilled a whole panel of additional details on its upcoming third-generation Reno series of smartphones. It is now clearly destined for quad rear cameras and colorways that make it quite reminiscent of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10. The Pro variant will also be powered by the Snapdragon 765G.

Deirdre O Donnell, 10 Dec 2019 19:00

Xiaomi launches the Redmi K30 and K30 5G - The true kings of value for money

At an event a short while ago, Xiaomi launched its latest devices, the Redmi K30 and K30 5G. Both devices offer amazing bang for the buck, with the K30 5G launching as the cheapest 5G smartphone on the planet, due to its US$285 base price tag. The regular 4G K30 is even harder to argue against, as it starts at just US$230.

Ricci Rox, 10 Dec 2019 11:07

Realme X50 5G teaser reveals it will be powered by the new Snapdragon 765G. (Source: Indiashopps)

Realme X50 5G will be one of the first with a Snapdragon 765G SoC on board

Oppo sub-brand Realme has released another teaser for its forthcoming X50 5G handset. This time around the company has revealed that it will be one of the first, if not the first, smartphones to feature Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 765G SoC with integrated 5G modem.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 10 Dec 2019 10:55

What the iPhone 12 might look like (Image source: PhoneArena)

Analyst predicts as many as 6 iPhone 12 models will launch in 2020

Rosenblatt securities predicts that as many as 12 new iPhone models may be announced by Apple next year. While the claims are unverified, multiple predictions now indicate that 2020 will see a record number of iPhone launches

Arjun Krishna Lal, 10 Dec 2019 09:01

Apple may heavily throttle production of the iPhone 11 Pro in the coming months. (Image via Apple)

Apple may cut iPhone 11 Pro production due to market shift to 5G

According to analyst Jun Zhang of Rosenblatt Securities, Apple may cut its production of the iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max by as much as 25% in both December and March due to a market shift toward 5G smartphones. However, Zhang's predictions are at odds with other analysts, who claim that the iPhone 11 family is selling quite well.

Sam Medley, 09 Dec 2019 23:59

OPPO seems to be making a new phone with the A9's specs. (Source: GSMArena)

OPPO's upcoming mid-ranger may be MediaTek Helio P70-powered (again)

Two new devices, apparently made by OPPO, have shown up on the Geekbench 4 website. Given the similarities in their specs and model numbers, they may be 2 variants of the same phone. Oddly, however, they are listed with the MediaTek Helio P70 SoC, as are some of this OEM's existing phones.

Deirdre O Donnell, 09 Dec 2019 18:56

The Vivo X30 in the wild, apparently. (Source: Weibo)

The Vivo X30 leaks in its Coral Red color option

The Vivo X30 has reportedly been spotted in real-life images, showing a novel colorway that is apparently called Coral Red. Additional leaked information asserts that both it and its Pro variant will have the dual-band 5G capabilites of their Exynos 980 chipset. Its battery capacity may also have been spoiled.

Deirdre O Donnell, 08 Dec 2019 19:33

The Redmi K30 will be officially unveiled on December 10. (Source: Xiaomi)

Here's all we know about the upcoming Redmi K30 ahead of its launch

The Redmi K30 will be launched on December 10 and, over the past week, more and more of the device's details have been revealed. Here's all we know—and don't know—about the Redmi K30, Xiaomi's upcoming flagship killer.

Ricci Rox, 08 Dec 2019 09:33

The Reno3 series may be 5G as standard. (Source: GizmoChina)

OPPO's Reno 3 Pro may come with cheaper, yet still 5G-powered, variants

The third-generation Reno flagship is currently projected to come in 5G flavor. This is due to leaks hinting at a next-generation Snapdragon processor that has this connectivity on-chip. Furthermore, it may be joined in its series by at least 1 more phone with an equally 5G MediaTek SoC.

Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Dec 2019 19:47

Project xCloud is coming to Windows on ARM. (Source: Microsoft)

Windows on ARM will pick up Project xCloud support soon

Windows on ARM is the popular Microsoft OS running on Snapdragon processors. As a relatively new platform, it does not have every feature of its "full" normal PC equivalent yet. However, this may be addressed when it gains the ability to run Project xCloud, as well as Microsoft Zoom Video, soon.

Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Dec 2019 19:07

An up-to-date Galaxy S11 series phone render. (Source: OnLeaks)

The Samsung Galaxy S11e may have gained 3C approval in China

Samsung has registered a phone called the SM-G9810 with the 3C telecomms authority in China. This device may turn out to be the rumored Galaxy S11e. If so, it will ship with a 25-watt fast charger and have a 5G variant.

Deirdre O Donnell, 06 Dec 2019 18:42

The Samsung Galaxy S11 will reportedly have a 108 MP camera. (Image via OnLeaks)

Samsung Galaxy S11 to have four rear cameras, including 108 MP sensor

Samsung may implement its 108 MP camera sensor in the Galaxy S11, according to inside sources. The 108 MP main camera will be flanked by three other sensors: an ultrawide lens, a 5x optical zoom lens, and a time-of-flight sensor. While a 108 MP camera looks great on paper, there are some drawbacks to crunching that many pixels.

Sam Medley, 06 Dec 2019 17:22

Purported 5000 mAh S11+ battery (Source: SafetyKorea)

5000 mAh Galaxy S11 Plus battery spotted on Korean certification portal

According to a recent listing on a Korean safety portal, the Galaxy S11+ might feature a 5000 mAh battery. A clear picture of the battery highlights its capacity, while the part listing correlates to S11+'s model number. Samsung fans might have an multi-day performer to look forward to.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 06 Dec 2019 16:26

A 5G iPhone is in the works, but may not hit the market until 2021. (Image source: stock images w/ edits)

Qualcomm: 5G iPhone is "priority number one"

Apple and Qualcomm are pushing hard into the launch of a 5G iPhone. According to Qualcomm's president Cristiano Amon, the release of a 5G-capable iPhone is the chip manufacturer's "priority number one" in their relationship with Apple. However, some roadblocks may keep a 5G iPhone from hitting markets in 2020.

Sam Medley, 05 Dec 2019 18:37

T-Mobile now lists the Galaxy Note 10+ 5G on its network. (Source: T-Mobile)

The T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ 5G ships with the Snapdragon X55 modem and Android 10

T-Mobile has unveiled its branded version of the highest-end Galaxy Note 10+. This device has Qualcomm's 2nd-gen 5G modem, which makes it compatible with the US carrier's new sub-6GHz network. It is also Samsung's first phone to ship with One UI 2.0 out of the box.

Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Dec 2019 19:25

Android may be able to leave Bluetooth out of Airplane Mode's reach soon. (Source: TheJournal)

Android 11 may support leaving Bluetooth on in Airplane Mode

Airplane mode is an ever-present setting on mobile devices that is effectively an instant kill switch for all radios, those for wireless connectivity included. However, this setting can be considerably less convenient for those who depend on Bluetooth for audio. There are now signs that an Android 10 successor may allow more granular control over what it does.

Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Dec 2019 17:19

The Snapdragon will compete against the Exynos 990 next year. (Source: Qualcomm)

Snapdragon 865 Geekbench benchmark appearance shows it trading blows with the Exynos 9825 and Apple A13 Bionic

The new Snapdragon 865 was unveiled yesterday. The device has now been benchmarked on an outdated version of Geekbench. Recorded scores show it throwing blows with the Apple A12 Bionic, matching the Apple A13 in multi-core, while equalling the Exynos 9825 in single-core and destroying it in multi-core.

Ricci Rox, 04 Dec 2019 16:40

The Redmi K30 will sport a side-mounted fingerprint reader. (Source: Weibo)

The Redmi K30 will be powered by the new Snapdragon 765

There's been conflicting information on what SoC the upcoming Redmi K30 will feature. Some say it'll be the Snapdragon 730G, while others tout the MediaTek Dimensity 1000 5G. New developments debunk all of those, and we're almost definitely going to see a Redmi K30 powered by the just-announced Snapdragon 765.

Ricci Rox, 04 Dec 2019 09:36

Xiaomi announces Mi 10 smartphone with Snapdragon 865

Xiaomi's CEO Lin Bin today announced the Xiaomi Mi 10, one of the first phones to use the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865. Bin offered few details, but it's likely the Mi 10 will carry flagship specifications and use the same 108 MP camera sensor used in Xiaomi's other phones, particularly the Mi CC9.

Sam Medley, 03 Dec 2019 23:01

The Redmi K30 is coming on December 10. (Source: Xiaomi)

Opinion | Redmi K30 leaks paint the picture of a thoroughly disappointing sequel to an excellent phone

We genuinely believe the Redmi K20 and K20 Pro—and the Mi 9T rebrands—to be the best-value premium smartphones on the market. Xiaomi is set to release a successor this month, the Redmi K30, but things aren't looking quite as exciting as one would expect.

Ricci Rox, 01 Dec 2019 11:04

Xiaomi's next 5G phone could have a new charging standard. (Source: T3)

Xiaomi certifies a 5G phone with 66W charging

Xiaomi has secured 3C approval for a new smartphone with dual-band 5G. Furthermore, this device - which comes in 2 variants - has a maximum charging rate of 66 watts. Therefore, it is likely that this product may be a new flagship, or a high-value mid-ranger at least.

Deirdre O Donnell, 27 Nov 2019 20:13

The rectangular periscope lens is not protruding like the cameras in the tri-setup. (Source: Vivo)

Vivo teases X30 handheld with 60X hybrid zoom periscope lens

Xiaomi already announced a 50X zoom lens, but Vivo now wants to push the limits even further with a 60X hybrid periscope lens. The latest teasers show that periscope lens is separated from the other rear cameras and is also not protruding thanks to system that includes light prisms. Vivo also plans to release a Pro version for the X30, which will feature more powerful rear cameras.

Bogdan Solca, 27 Nov 2019 15:00

The Dimensity 1000 5G SoC is expected to hit the Chinese market in early 2020. (Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek's Dimensity 1000 5G SoC beats Snapdragon 855 Plus and Kirin 990 in leaked AnTuTu benchmarks

MediaTek finally demonstrates that it can design efficient and affordable flagship SoCs that can easily compete with Qualcomm's and HiSilicon's flagships. Apart from the integrated power efficient 5G modem, the latest MediaTek SoC offers an advanced gen 3 APU for A.I-powered applications. It will also be among the first chips to integrate the new Mali-G77 GPUs.

Bogdan Solca, 26 Nov 2019 15:12

MediaTek Dimensity 1000 octa-core SoC promises 5G for the masses when it launches in 2020

The 5G SoC will support 90 Hz QHD displays, up to 16 GB of quad-channel LPDDR4x RAM, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, hexa-core AI processor, download/upload speeds of up to 4.7/2.5 Gbps, and more with the promise of faster performance than the current Qualcomm Snapdragon 855.

Allen Ngo, 26 Nov 2019 06:30

MediaTek and Intel have set up a new 5G partnership. (Source: MediaTek)

Intel and MediaTek announce a new 5G partnership

MediaTek has revealed that it will be supplying Intel with modems for 5G-capable hardware in the future. These components may go into laptops, the first of which are projected to be made by HP and Dell. Those PCs may those targeted at both business and personal use.

Deirdre O Donnell, 25 Nov 2019 23:10

The Realme X50's new promo image. (Source: Weibo)

The Realme X50 will be this brand's first ever 5G phone

Realme's CEO, Xu Qi Chase, has announced the X50 via Weibo. This upcoming phone is to be the first phone to launch under this brand-name with 5G. This phone may also have a dual punch-hole selfie camera, and may offer an "advanced experience".

Deirdre O Donnell, 25 Nov 2019 19:17

A Vivo promo for its 5G devices. (Source: MyDrivers)

A Vivo 5G phone passes 3C certification, which reveals 33W charging

A phone called the Vivo V1938T has gained 3C certification in China. Given that it has dual-band 5G, this device is most likely the X30 or its Pro variant. This series is also now rumored to have quad cameras with a 60MP sensor, a 4500mAh battery and at least 8GB of RAM.

Deirdre O Donnell, 22 Nov 2019 19:20

The "Galaxy S10 Lite" may look a lot like this. (Source: GSMArena)

The so-called Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite gets certified by the FCC

A new Samsung device with the model number SM-G770F has been approved by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). This identifier has been linked to the "Galaxy S10 Lite" since the first rumor about this putative phone ever started. Its new certification confirms its apparently paradoxical 6.7-inch display.

Deirdre O Donnell, 21 Nov 2019 17:57

A shot of the MatePad Pro in its new video. (Source: Weibo)

Huawei teases the MatePad Pro in a new promo video

Huawei has officially acknowledged the MatePad Pro product name in full. Its latest Weibo video shows this tablet in action, showcasing some features such as split-screen apps and M-Pen support. The new promo also reveals that the first MatePad has dual rear cameras and will have a keyboard cover accessory.

Deirdre O Donnell, 21 Nov 2019 17:02

Qualcomm's president, Cristiano Amon, at last year's Snapdragon Tech Summit. (Source: Qualcomm)

The 2019 Snapdragon Technology Summit keynotes will be livestreamed from their Hawaii venue

Qualcomm has announced that its next Snapdragon Tech Summit will take place from December 3 to 5, 2019 in Maui, Hawaii. This year, the company will showcase its growing 5G expertise, as well as other facets of its mobile device business such as the appropriate SoCs. Each of the event's keynotes will also be livestreamed from a dedicated site.

Deirdre O Donnell, 20 Nov 2019 23:22

An Honor V30 render. (Source: 91Mobiles)

A new Honor phone appears on Geekbench, could be a 5G V30 variant

A phone called the Huawei OXF-AN10 has appeared on the Geekbench 4 website. Despite the first part of this model number, it has been linked to the upcoming Honor V30 series. It is listed as running Android 10, has 8GB of RAM and may furthermore be a 5G device.

Deirdre O Donnell, 20 Nov 2019 22:10

A Huawei MatePad Pro render. (Source: Nashville Chatter)

A new Huawei MatePad Pro leak appears to confirm Kirin 990 SoC

The MatePad Pro is rumored to be the name of an upcoming tablet from Huawei. It is thought to have premium specs, including the Kirin 990 processor and 5G variants. A new Geekbench listing appears to agree with the first of these, if not the second.

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 Nov 2019 19:00

The Samsung W20 might get a SoC upgrade and a price slash for the Chinese market. (Source: Twitter)

Samsung's W20 foldable spotted in the wild, looks exactly like the Galaxy Fold

Previously rumored to have a clamshell design, the Samsung W20 appears to be almost identical to the galaxy Fold. The specs leaked by TENAA last week also confirm the similarities, even though the SoC is still unknown. The W20 is a China-only model and could feature a more affordable price to compete with the Mate X from Huawei.

Bogdan Solca, 19 Nov 2019 18:35

Huawei may get slight reprieve in US markets with extension of trade waiver

Despite the ongoing trade war between the U.S. and China, Huawei received a small reprieve in the way of a general license allowing U.S. firms to transact with the Chinese telecom giant. That license is set to expire on Monday, but sources familiar with the matter claim the U.S. Department of Commerce will extend the license by six months.

Sam Medley, 17 Nov 2019 01:01

A recent render for the "Pocophone F2". (Source: The Leaker)

A mysterious new Xiaomi certification raises new hopes for a Pocophone F2

Xiaomi has just certified a new mobile device with the Chinese 3C authority. The most obvious explanation is that it is of the K30 series - however, a report alleges that it has already been registered under a different model number. Furthermore, this identifier is linked to this line's confirmed 5G status, whereas the strange new one is not.

Deirdre O Donnell, 15 Nov 2019 22:06

Even though the upcoming Snapdragon 865 might not dethrone the A13 Bionic form Apple, it will come with advantages such as integrated 5G and LPDDR5 support. (Source: GSMArena)

Leaked Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 performance specs don't seem to endanger Apple's A13 supremacy

The upcoming Snapdragon 865 is supposed to integrate a high-performance Kryo Gold Cortex-A77 running at 2.85 GHz plus 3 more A77 cores clocked at 2.42 GHz, along with 4 more Kryo Silver Cortex-A55 cores clocked at 1.8 GHz. This new cluster should boost performance by 20% compared to Snapdragon 855, while the new Adreno 650 GPU is expected to be 17-20% faster than the 640 model.

Bogdan Solca, 12 Nov 2019 16:46

Honor announces the V30 launch at its colorful conference. (Source: ITHome)

The Honor V30 series' launch date is confirmed, as is its 5G aspect

The Honor V30 and V30 Pro are now scheduled for launch on November 26, 2019 in Beijing. This new series has also officially been confirmed to support 5G. It is also now linked to 90-hertz displays and a new alogrithm called Camera Matrix.

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Nov 2019 16:08

5G

Vivo announces a launch date for the X30 5G

OPPO Reno3 5G appears on TENAA, listing preliminary specs

Most 2020 smartphone flagships will have increased power requirements due to the lack of integrated 4G/5G modem with the Snapdragon 865

Samsung is working on a 5 nm Exynos 1000 SoC

Xiaomi to introduce LPDDR5 handhelds in Q1 2020; K30 5G first in line?

The Realme X50 Pro will sport the Snapdragon 865 processor

OPPO teases the Reno3 Pro 5G on its official site

Xiaomi launches the Redmi K30 and K30 5G - The true kings of value for money

Realme X50 5G will be one of the first with a Snapdragon 765G SoC on board

Analyst predicts as many as 6 iPhone 12 models will launch in 2020

Apple may cut iPhone 11 Pro production due to market shift to 5G

OPPO's upcoming mid-ranger may be MediaTek Helio P70-powered (again)

84% Samsung Galaxy A90 5G Smartphone Review - Cutting corners for 5G

The Vivo X30 leaks in its Coral Red color option

Here's all we know about the upcoming Redmi K30 ahead of its launch

OPPO's Reno 3 Pro may come with cheaper, yet still 5G-powered, variants

Windows on ARM will pick up Project xCloud support soon

The Samsung Galaxy S11e may have gained 3C approval in China

Samsung Galaxy S11 to have four rear cameras, including 108 MP sensor

5000 mAh Galaxy S11 Plus battery spotted on Korean certification portal

Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 7c and Snapdragon 8c, and Snapdragon 8cx for enterprise are built to power a range of Always On, Always Connected ARM PCs

Qualcomm introduces the Snapdragon XR2 — the world's first 5G XR platform with 7 concurrent tracking cameras, 2x CPU and GPU performance, 3K@90 Hz display per eye, and added AI goodness

Qualcomm: 5G iPhone is "priority number one"

Update | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 tech specs indicate support for all kinds of 5G networks, updateable GPU drivers, QHD+@144 Hz displays, 15 TOPS AI performance, and native HDR video recording

Qualcomm Snapdragon 765/765G tech specs reveal big gains for upper mid-range users with integrated X52 5G modem and improved imaging, gaming, and AI capabilities

The T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ 5G ships with the Snapdragon X55 modem and Android 10

Android 11 may support leaving Bluetooth on in Airplane Mode

Snapdragon 865 Geekbench benchmark appearance shows it trading blows with the Exynos 9825 and Apple A13 Bionic

The Redmi K30 will be powered by the new Snapdragon 765

Xiaomi announces Mi 10 smartphone with Snapdragon 865

Qualcomm offers a sneak peek at the Snapdragon 865 and Snapdragon 765/765G Mobile Platforms with integrated 5G

Opinion | Redmi K30 leaks paint the picture of a thoroughly disappointing sequel to an excellent phone

Xiaomi certifies a 5G phone with 66W charging

Vivo teases X30 handheld with 60X hybrid zoom periscope lens

MediaTek's Dimensity 1000 5G SoC beats Snapdragon 855 Plus and Kirin 990 in leaked AnTuTu benchmarks

MediaTek Dimensity 1000 octa-core SoC promises 5G for the masses when it launches in 2020

Intel and MediaTek announce a new 5G partnership

The Realme X50 will be this brand's first ever 5G phone

Samsung Galaxy Fold versus LG V50 ThinQ Dual Screen

A Vivo 5G phone passes 3C certification, which reveals 33W charging

The so-called Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite gets certified by the FCC

Huawei teases the MatePad Pro in a new promo video

The 2019 Snapdragon Technology Summit keynotes will be livestreamed from their Hawaii venue

A new Honor phone appears on Geekbench, could be a 5G V30 variant

A new Huawei MatePad Pro leak appears to confirm Kirin 990 SoC

Samsung's W20 foldable spotted in the wild, looks exactly like the Galaxy Fold

Huawei may get slight reprieve in US markets with extension of trade waiver

A mysterious new Xiaomi certification raises new hopes for a Pocophone F2

Leaked Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 performance specs don't seem to endanger Apple's A13 supremacy

The Honor V30 series' launch date is confirmed, as is its 5G aspect

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