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The Legion Y44w is a massive 43.6-inch Ultrawide with a 144 Hz refresh rate. (All images via Lenovo)

CES 2019 | Lenovo's Legion Y44w and Legion Y27gq monitors boast 144 Hz and 240 Hz refresh rates, respectively

Lenovo's latest gaming monitors are beasts that boast high refresh rates. The Legion Y44w is a massive 43.6-inch Ultrawide (3840x1200, 32:10) FreeSync monitor with a 144 Hz refresh rate. The Legion Y27gq is a 27-inch QHD (2560x144...

Sam Medley, 08 Jan 2019 02:00

The MateBook 13 is Huawei's answer to the Apple MacBook Air (Source: Huawei)

CES 2019 | The Huawei MateBook 13 is coming to the United States for $999 USD

The 13.3-inch laptop is 1.6 mm thinner than the 2018 MacBook Air and has a higher 88 percent screen-to-body ratio. Its Whiskey Lake-U options should provide a significant boost in CPU performance over the passively-cooled Amber La...

Allen Ngo, 07 Jan 2019 15:00

Family-friendly Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite coming soon with the Kirin 659 SoC (Source: Huawei)

CES 2019 | Family-friendly Huawei MediaPad M5 Lite launching this month for the U.S. market

The tablet will have a suite of "Kid's Corner" applications designed to enhance eye safety and control usage time. Harman Kardon quad speakers, EMUI 8.0 with Oreo, 32 GB of storage, MicroSD slot, and WACOM-compatible touchscreen r...

Allen Ngo, 07 Jan 2019 15:00

Huawei Kunpeng 920 launch event (Source: Huawei)

Huawei is targeting the server market with the Kunpeng 920 processor

Announced earlier today, the Huawei Kunpeng 920 is a new processor for big data, distributed storage, and ARM-native application scenarios. According to its creators, the Kunpeng 920 is the industry's most powerful Advanced RISC M...

Codrut Nistor, 07 Jan 2019 10:22

TCL-32E4300 3D TV, Xiaomi acquires small stake in TCL January 2019

Xiaomi acquires small stake in TCL, the world’s third-largest LCD TV maker

The 0.48 percent stake acquisition comes less than a month after Xiaomi and the world's third-largest LCD TV manufacturer, TCL, entered a strategic partnership that involves joint efforts in many fields. The agreement focuses on t...

Codrut Nistor, 07 Jan 2019 08:12

At CES 2019, Clevo is introducing the world's first 16.1-inch slim gaming laptops. (Source: Clevo)

CES 2019 | Clevo readies various gaming laptop models with Nvidia RTX graphics

Clevo is showcasing a wide variety of gaming laptop models powered by Nvidia's freshly announced RTX 2000-series mobility GPUs. There are models that come with Intel's gen 9 and gen 8 desktop-grade CPUs and all the new mobility GP...

Bogdan Solca, 07 Jan 2019 07:00

Renders of the Huawei P30. (Source; Onleaks and 91Mobiles)

Renders and 360-degree video of the Huawei P30 surface, headphone jack present

New renders of Huawei's upcoimg P30 flagship have surfaced, revealing a device with a triple rear camera setup, a glass back with a gradient finish, a circular notch, and no visible fingerprint reader. Oh, and there's a headphone ...

Ricci Rox, 06 Jan 2019 07:03

European pricing details of the Honor View 20 revealed

The Honor V20 was released in China a few weeks ago. The device will be making its way to the global market on January 22 as the Honor View 20, and a new report reveals that it will also come with a shocking increase in MSRP for t...

Ricci Rox, 06 Jan 2019 06:57

Xiaomi is working on a new Android One phone, could be the Mi A3

Traces of a new Android One device have been discovered in Xiaomi's MIUI 10 firmware. The phone could be the Mi A3—or something completely unexpected. It will apparently also have support for NFC, which would make it the first Xia...

Ricci Rox, 06 Jan 2019 06:55

A Huawei employee sent a New Year's Eve message via iPhone. (Source: Twitter)

Huawei employees reportedly fined for sending an official company tweet on an iPhone

An official Huawei Twitter account (@Huawei) has been caught sending its celebratory New Year's message from an iPhone. It was quickly picked up by the vlogger MKBHD on his own Twitter feed. A Reuters report claims that the employ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 05 Jan 2019 15:13

According to a new report, this render for the Mi 9 is more or less accurate. (Source: 91Mobiles)

Full Xiaomi Mi 9 spec list leaked in "new report"

The Xiaomi Mi 9 is likely to be the OEM's 2019 flagship. Earlier leaks indicated that it will incorporate a triple-camera set-up, as well as the Snapdragon 855. Gizchina claims to have access to an exclusive 'report' that shares m...

Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Jan 2019 15:59

Renders of the Moto Z4 Play. (Source: OnLeaks)

Renders of the Moto Z4 Play surface, in-display fingerprint sensor and waterdrop notch major takeaways

The Moto Z3 Play was something of a disappointing release, and Motorola will be hoping to spice things up a bit with the Z4 Play this year. Renders of the device have now surfaced, teasing a waterdrop notch and, possibly, an under...

Ricci Rox, 04 Jan 2019 10:38

Redmi is now Xiaomi's high-value sub-brand, will set sail with a new 48 MP smartphone

Yesterday, Xiaomi announced that its Redmi series of phones would no longer just be a line of phones and will now be a sub-brand of its own, a move that mirrors the relationship between Huawei and Honor, or OPPO and Realme.

Ricci Rox, 04 Jan 2019 10:34

Chuwi LapBook Pro launching this month to tackle the Huawei MateBook X Pro

The 14.1-inch LapBook Pro will have bezels just 5.8 mm thick, 64 GB of soldered eMMC 5.1 storage, and an empty M.2 slot for expansion. Chuwi has also managed to include the webcam along the top edge of the screen unlike on the Hua...

Allen Ngo, 04 Jan 2019 09:08

The foldable device shown in the clip is rumored to belong to Xiaomi. (Source: Evan Blass/Twitter)

Video of possible Xiaomi device grabs attention with smooth folding demonstration

A new video recently released on Evan Blass’ Twitter account appears to show a foldable device, allegedly manufactured by Xiaomi, in action. The well-known tipster isn’t himself sure of the video’s veracity, but it has been garner...

Daniel R Deakin, 04 Jan 2019 02:37

Even though ZTE was on the brink of bankruptcy due to the U.S. trade embargoes, the Chinese company managed to overcome the problems and released some of the best performing models of 2018. (Source: AnTuTu)

AnTuTu's December Top 10 Android handhelds unveiled

This does not happen too often, but December 2018 brought an all-Chinese roster for the best performing Android handhelds. ZTE's Nubia Red Magic Mars and Nubia X managed to place first and 10th, respectively. Huawei showed a solid...

Bogdan Solca, 04 Jan 2019 00:34

The renders of the Honor 8A suggest a glass or plastic back. (Source: Droid Shout)

Renders of the Honor 8A show waterdrop notch and single rear camera

Press renders of the Honor 8A smartphone have been released. The images show the device to have a central waterdrop notch on the front accompanied by a bezel at the bottom with the maker’s name emblazoned on it. The smartphone’s r...

Daniel R Deakin, 03 Jan 2019 20:56

Huawei P Smart 2019 now official with Kirin 710 and notched display (Source: Huawei UK)

Notched Huawei P Smart 2019 now official, HiSilicon Kirin 710 and dual AI cameras in tow

The Kirin 710-powered Huawei P Smart 2019 features a 6.21-inch display with a pearl-shaped notch and promises to deliver "a superior smartphone experience at an accessible price point" starting next week. The United Kingdom will b...

Codrut Nistor, 03 Jan 2019 19:55

Ben Geskin's new render for the Pocophone F2. (Source: Twitter)

Latest rumors and renders suggest waterdrop notch and SD845 for Pocophone F2

The Pocophone F2 may be the second device to come from the popular Xiaomi brand POCO. A new concept illustration for this smartphone suggests that it may upgrade to a newer, more waterdrop-like notch rather than the larger, iPhone...

Deirdre O Donnell, 03 Jan 2019 18:46

This could be the Mate 30 Pro's protective case. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

The Huawei Mate 30 Pro could stun with five rear cameras

The Huawei P20 Pro started the triple rear camera revolution last year, and the Mate 20 Pro all but perfected it. Word on the grapevine claims the upcoming P30 Pro will feature four rear cameras, and Huawei could go one step furth...

Ricci Rox, 03 Jan 2019 13:27

Oppo demonstrated foldable technology with this prototype device back in 2016. (Source: Mashable/Zaeke)

Oppo's Limn device could be a foldable tablet

The Chinese consumer electronics company Oppo has applied for a trademark for “Limn” with the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO). The application was made at the end of December and comes under the Nice classifica...

Daniel R Deakin, 02 Jan 2019 21:46

iPhones continued to command the majority of premium smartphones sold towards the end of 2018. (Source: New Atlas)

iPhones accounted for nearly half of the premium smartphone market in 2018: new report

Apple retained a majority in the premium smartphone market in the third quarter of 2018, as iPhones made up 47% of all phones sold in it. Samsung achieved second place in this arena, with 22% of the market share. On the other hand...

Deirdre O Donnell, 01 Jan 2019 14:02

The Moto G6 Plus. (Source: Android Headlines)

The Moto G6 Plus officially gets its slice of Pie

Motorola has officially confirmed the start of the Android Pie update rollout to its Moto G6 Plus mid-ranger. There’s no word on when the cheaper G6 phones, the G6 and G6 Play, will receive their own updates, though.

Ricci Rox, 31 Dec 2018 23:58

Royole will showcase its line of flexible electronics at CES

Royole is an OEM whose main claim to fame is that it released the first ever flexible smartphone. It is bringing this product to CES, alongside others that, as the company claims, include electronics-enhanced clothing, a "smart wr...

Deirdre O Donnell, 31 Dec 2018 16:49

There may be a mid-range version of the Vivo Nex Dual Display available soon. (Source: TheNewsMinute)

A mid-range version of the Vivo Nex Dual Display may be available soon

The second-generation Vivo Nex was received with a distinct amount of interest, particularly due to the way in which its dual-screen design addressed the need to use its single compound camera module for selfies. Now, a new TENAA ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 31 Dec 2018 16:28

This, but with phones. (Source: Jokideo)

Opinion | Smartphone OEMs and the curious case of false advertising

Competition in the smartphone industry has led to sketchy advertising practices, especially in China where such shenanigans are almost encouraged. Fake camera samples, technically correct claims, and a circus of intentional crooke...

Ricci Rox, 30 Dec 2018 10:00

Renders of the Huawei P30 Pro. (Source: Techenguru)

New Huawei P30 Pro leak surfaces, corroborates quad rear camera setup rumors

More renders of the Huawei P30 Pro have surfaced, revealing its vertically stacked quad rear camera setup that is touted to be capable of 10x zoom, an industry first. The P30 Pro will likely be launched in Q2 2019 and will be powe...

Ricci Rox, 30 Dec 2018 09:39

Update | The Huawei Mate 10, Mate 10 Pro, P20, and P20 Pro finally start receiving the stable Pie update

Months after sending out the Pie beta update, Huawei has finally begun the rollout of the stable Android Pie update. There’s a slight issue with that, though: Honor flagships aren’t part of the initial rollout.

Ricci Rox, 30 Dec 2018 09:36

The Xiaomi Mi 9 will feature three rear cameras and a Snapdragon 855

Xiaomi 2019 flagships are touted to be the Mi 9 and Mi Mix 4. Both devices will be powered by the Snapdragon 855. They will also both sport three rear cameras, with the Mi 9 expected to be the first Xiaomi device with that feature...

Ricci Rox, 30 Dec 2018 09:34

LG's take on surface sound display technology is also out there; now, Samsung may put its own version on the global stage. (Source: LG)

Samsung may bring Sound on Display to CES

Sound on Display is a technology by which the audio associated with a display emanates from the screen itself, thus eliminating the need for inbuilt speakers. LG has demonstrated this innovation in TVs; now, Samsung appears poised...

Deirdre O Donnell, 29 Dec 2018 14:33

Honor sees 27% YoY growth in shipment figures

George Zhao, President of Huawei’s Honor sub-brand has revealed that the company saw a 27% year-on-year rise in shipment numbers across the first three quarters of the year, a figure that was likely helped along by the releases of...

Ricci Rox, 28 Dec 2018 09:55

Huawei and ZTE could be facing further commercial bans in the US. (Source: Pocket Now)

Potential executive order could ban US companies from using Huawei or ZTE hardware

Reuters has reported that President Donald Trump might issue an executive order that would effectively ban US companies from using telecommunications hardware from either Huawei or ZTE. Both Chinese companies have faced accusation...

Daniel R Deakin, 28 Dec 2018 01:49

The Motorola P40 may have a glass rear panel. (Source: OnLeaks/91mobiles)

Leaked renders show off rumored Motorola P40 with punch-hole camera

Leaked renders of a Motorola phone are believed to be of an upcoming entry to the company’s P series, most likely the P40. The images show the device with a punch-hole camera, which is becoming increasingly more popular with major...

Daniel R Deakin, 27 Dec 2018 23:23

Huawei launches its new Kirin 980-powered Honor V20 flagship, prices start under US$450

Honor has announced the launch of its new premium phone, the Honor V20. The device is powered by Huawei’s top of the line Kirin 980 SoC, and features a punch-hole camera design. There's a dual camera setup that includes a 48 MP se...

Ricci Rox, 26 Dec 2018 12:09

The OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T receive their stable Pie updates

OnePlus has begun sending out the stable Pie update to its last-gen flagships, the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T. The devices were launched on Android Nougat, and this will likely be the last major update they receive.

Ricci Rox, 26 Dec 2018 11:56

Huawei's next-gen flagship SoC, the Kirin 990, is already in development

Huawei only just launched its new Kirin 980 flagship SoC a few months ago, but the company is already working on its successor, the Kirin 990. This comes amidst rumors that the Kirin 990 may be a mid-cycle release in Q1 2019.

Ricci Rox, 26 Dec 2018 11:54

Xiaomi launches the new budget Mi Play, dual rear cameras in tow

Xiaomi has launched its new budget smartphone, the Mi Play. The device features dual rear cameras, a MediaTek Helio P35 SoC, an unwieldy circular notch, and a 3000 mAh battery.

Ricci Rox, 26 Dec 2018 11:51

POCO India's "Christmas Reveal" could be a new RAM SKU for the Kevlar F1. (Source: BuyingGiftOnline)

Update | POCO's India division hints at "Big Christmas Reveal" for tomorrow

POCO India, a division of Xiaomi's popular sub-brand, has sent a tweet suggesting that a so-called '#NewPoco' is to be released tomorrow (December 25). Any excitement around such an announcement may be tempered by speculation that...

Deirdre O Donnell, 24 Dec 2018 17:35

The Huawei P10 Plus. (Source: Expert Reviews)

The Huawei Mate 9, Mate 9 Pro, P10, and P10 Plus are billed to receive Pie in March 2019

After the start of the global Pie rollout for the Mate 10 and P20 phones, Huawei is set to send out the Pie update to older flagships like the Mate 9, Mate 9 Pro, P10, and P10 Plus. Of course, that won't be until March next year.

Ricci Rox, 24 Dec 2018 10:13

DxOMark | The OnePlus 6T manages to slightly outdo the OnePlus 6

DxOMark reviewed the OnePlus 6T and the flagship did well, managing to slightly better the OnePlus 6's score while keeping up with last-gen phones like the iPhone X and Mate 10 Pro.

Ricci Rox, 24 Dec 2018 10:09

Honor V20 spotted on Geekbench, to feature new liquid cooling technology

Honor's upcoming premium phone, the View 20, has been spotted on popular benchmark platform Geekbench, with it achieving scores consistent with other Kirin 980-powered phones. The phone is also touted to come equipped with a new l...

Ricci Rox, 24 Dec 2018 10:07

Dirac will add another string to its phone-audio bow at CES 2019. (Source: Dirac)

Dirac plans to bring a smartphone-speaker bass enhancer to CES

Even the best speakers in smartphones struggle to produce even a relatively small amount of bass. Dirac, a rapidly-growing name in device audio, wants to change that with its new Dirac Bass feature. This tweak, which boosts the ba...

Deirdre O Donnell, 22 Dec 2018 18:16

Render of the Moto G7. (Source: Onleaks)

Renders of the entire Moto G7 lineup surface

More renders of all four of Motorola’s upcoming Moto G7 phones have surfaced, giving us a clearer image of what to expect from the next set of the devices in one of the best-value midrange smartphones lines available in the US.

Ricci Rox, 22 Dec 2018 09:43

The Huawei P30 Pro is expected to feature a rear-facing quad camera setup. (Source: TechAdvisor)

Huawei P30 and P30 Pro camera details leaked online

Alleged details of the camera setups for the Huawei P30 and P30 Pro have been leaked online via Twitter. Renowned tipster Evan Blass has tweeted that the P30 flagship device will feature a triple rear camera setup that offers a ma...

Daniel R Deakin, 21 Dec 2018 22:33

The base Honor V20 is said to come with a circa US$410 MSRP. (Source: Weibo)

Honor V20 to cost under $500, could be best value flagship of the year

According to new reports, the Honor V20 will ship for just over US$400. Honor phones have become synonymous with offering incredible bang for the buck, but the Honor V20 may very well push that to the absolute limit. It's expected...

Ricci Rox, 21 Dec 2018 09:58

The Redmi Pro 2 may just be Xiaomi's upcoming Snapdragon 675-powered phone

Remember the touted Snapdragon 675-powered Xiaomi phone? Well, rumors say it could be the Redmi Pro 2, a direct successor to 2016's Redmi Pro. The Redmi Pro 2, if released, would be the top of the line Redmi phone.

Ricci Rox, 21 Dec 2018 09:50

Chinese OEM Gionee declares bankruptcy after CEO gambled away US$144m at a casino

Chinese company Gionee has finally filed for bankruptcy and is set for liquidation. The company is said to owe over US$3 billion to banks and suppliers, a situation compounded by reports of CEO Liu Lirong squandering over US$140 m...

Ricci Rox, 21 Dec 2018 09:47

Motorola Mobility is a subsidiary of Lenovo. (Source: USPTO)

Google and Motorola could be working on foldable phone with selectable displays

The United States Patent and Trademark Office has published a patent application filed by Google Technology Holdings LLC for an “electronic device having pivotably connected sides with selectable displays.” This could be a joint p...

Daniel R Deakin, 21 Dec 2018 00:36

Qualcomm is a world leader in ARM CPUs, modems, and mobile processors, including the Snapdragon which is present is several flagship phones. (Source: BGR)

Intel accuses Qualcomm of "stifling competition" following iPhone bans in China and Germany

Qualcomm's patent war against Apple has escalated this December following bans in China and now Germany on the sale of iPhones. Intel has now accused Qualcomm of "stifling competition" in a scathing Intel Newsroom article that all...

Matthew Connatser, 20 Dec 2018 19:14