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Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus Smartphone Review

91% Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus Smartphone Review

Fine-tuning. The big model of Samsung's flagship series not only offers a larger display, it also offers a dual camera and more RAM. This review reveals whether the higher price is justified and how the Galaxy S9+ fares in comparison to its competitors.
Update: software update improves telephony features.
Samsung Exynos 9810 | ARM Mali-G72 MP18 | 6.20" | 189 g
Daniel Schmidt, 20 Jun 2018 23:08
Huawei Mate 10 Pro Smartphone Review

84% Huawei Mate 10 Pro Smartphone Review

Wow, but with minor pitfalls. With the Pro version of the Mate 10 series, we currently have the strongest Huawei smartphone in our test. The storage equipment and camera have been improved, and the Chinese phone now has an OLED screen in the 2:1 format. Together with the Kirin 970, a SoC that has an additional NPU is used. Sounds great, but Huawei has made cuts in some places.
Update: Software update adds GPU Turbo.
HiSilicon Kirin 970 | ARM Mali-G72 MP12 | 6.00" | 178 g
Daniel Schmidt, 20 Jun 2018 23:06
Huawei P20 Pro Smartphone Review

92% Huawei P20 Pro Smartphone Review

Marvelous! Huawei sets new standards in mobile photography with the Leica Triple Camera, and with the P20 Pro currently delivers the best overall package in a flagship smartphone. Read in our review why this is so and how the Huawei P20 Pro beats the competition.
Update: GPU Turbo and improved super slow-motion via update.
HiSilicon Kirin 970 | ARM Mali-G72 MP12 | 6.10" | 174 g
Daniel Schmidt, 20 Jun 2018 23:01
HTC U12 Plus Smartphone Review

89% HTC U12 Plus Smartphone Review

Future+. If we had to narrow down HTC to a single quality it would be innovative, and the HTC U12+ definitely fits that bill as well and is full to the brim with the latest technology. Let us find out whether or not it is as futuristic as it seems at first glance.
Update: additional information regarding the 3.5-mm headphone adapter added.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 | Qualcomm Adreno 630 | 6.00" | 188 g
Florian Wimmer, 20 Jun 2018 22:59
Could the Huawei Mate 20 forego the notch? (Source: MyDrivers)

Leaked picture and sketch of the Huawei Mate 20 show a dual-camera setup but no signs of a notch

A leaked picture of what could be the Huawei Mate 20 is doing the rounds online and apparently, the device does not sport a notched display. A sketch of the Mate 20 has also leaked revealing a dual camera setup with an LED flash i...
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 20 Jun 2018 17:46
OnePlus is apparently offering separate cashback vouchers of varying amounts instead of a single voucher. (Source: PiunikaWeb)

OnePlus 6 trade-in program throws up an unpleasant surprise

Buyers who have opted for the OnePlus 6 trade-in program were seen getting multiple voucher breakups instead of a single voucher for the exchange amount. This is causing problems as the trade-in program allows using only one vouch...
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 20 Jun 2018 14:59
The Meizu 15 Plus featured an Exynos 8895. (Source: Gizchina)

The Meizu 16 devices are coming, Snapdragon 845 in tow

Meizu CEO Jack Wong has confirmed that the company will build on the success of the recently released Meizu 15 devices with a pair of direct successors in the Meizu 16 and 16 Plus. One of the devices will feature a Snapdragon 845.
Ricci Rox, 20 Jun 2018 11:31
The OPPO Find X. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO Find X flagship launched, coming to the US with US$1,000 price tag

OPPO unveiled the Find X yesterday at an event in Paris. A solid flagship, the Find X features a never-before-seen sliding camera mechanism. It will likely make its way to the US in the coming months, and could come with price tag...
Ricci Rox, 20 Jun 2018 11:11
Coming alongside the Mi Pad 4 on June 25. (Source: Weibo)

Redmi 6 Pro, Mi Pad 4, and Mi Max 3 on the way

Xiaomi is set to unveil three new devices in the coming weeks. The Mi Pad 4 and Redmi 6 Pro are confirmed for a June 25 launch and will be followed by the Mi Max 3 shortly after.
Ricci Rox, 20 Jun 2018 10:46
The Asus Zenfone Ares. (Source: GSMArena)

The new Asus Zenfone Ares is a sleeping high bang-for-buck device

Last week, Asus released its Zenfone Ares device. The AR-centric smartphone serves as a cheaper alternative to the Zenfone AR that was released last year, and offers incredible bang for buck in the process.
Ricci Rox, 20 Jun 2018 10:41
Looks like Microsoft is ready to finally present a consumer-friendly version of its mixed reality HoloLens headset in 2019. (Source: VOA News)

Next gen Microsoft HoloLens could launch in 2019

Since VR is already quite a mature technology, Microsoft intends to make its mixed reality headset more affordable for the masses. The next gen HoloLens should debut in early 2019, with improved holographic displays, a lighter fra...
Bogdan Solca, 18 Jun 2018 20:22
Huawei MediaPad M5 8.4

83% Huawei MediaPad M5 8.4 Tablet Review

Small sound expert. Multimedia capabilities and good cameras are still important considerations when buying an expensive tablet. On paper, the Huawei MediaPad M5 8.4 brings all that is necessary. Find out here, whether it can convince us in the test.
HiSilicon Kirin 960 | ARM Mali-G71 MP8 | 8.40" | 316 g
Florian Wimmer, 18 Jun 2018 06:42
What appears to be a thumbnail of the video that was taken down. (Source: /u/WhyCry_)

Hands-on | Android One Mi A2 spotted online, Snapdragon 660 in tow

The Mi 5X was rebranded to become the Android One Mi A1 last year and, with the launch of the Mi 6X two months ago, most have come to expect the existence of a Mi A2, a direct successor to the Mi A1. Those dreams may become realit...
Ricci Rox, 16 Jun 2018 17:06
Just about as useful.

Update | Security vulnerability discovered in the new OnePlus 6

A fatal vulnerability has been discovered on the new OnePlus 6, one that allows the flashing of unsigned boot images on the device even when the bootloader is locked.
Ricci Rox, 16 Jun 2018 16:55
The LG Q7. (Source: LG)

LG's new Q7 devices go on sale in Korea as the quintessential overpriced midrangers

LG has finally begun sales of its new mid-range devices, the Q7 and Q7+. While not particularly underwhelming smartphones, both devices come with less than enticing price tags.
Ricci Rox, 16 Jun 2018 16:51
Samsung Headquarters. (Source: Social Barrel)

Samsung still biggest smartphone company in the world as Xiaomi goes after Huawei's place

A comprehensive report has shown Samsung’s dominance over the global smartphone market in Q1 2018, Xiaomi’s almost palpable growth, and the extreme competition in the Asian smartphone market.
Ricci Rox, 16 Jun 2018 16:46
The OPPO R11 was released a while ago. (Source: OPPO)

Details of the OPPO Find X revealed

A document detailing OPPO’s next flagship, the OPPO Find X, has surfaced. The device will be powered by a Snapdragon 845, and will come with most of the features you’d expect to find on a current-gen mainstream flagship.
Ricci Rox, 16 Jun 2018 16:43
The Samsung Galaxy Note 8. (Source: Pocket Lint)

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 to get huge battery upgrade

According to new information, the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 will see a massive bump in battery capacity this year. Of course, nothing is official at the moment, but it’d be surprising to not see something of the sort when the device i...
Ricci Rox, 16 Jun 2018 12:21
The Huawei Mate 10. (Source: AnandTech)

The upcoming Mate 20 could sport a gigantic 6.9-inch AMOLED display

According to new reports, Huawei has sourced AMOLED panels from Samsung for the Mate 20. Of more surprise is the fact that these panels are apparently 6.9-inch ones, which likely means a size hike for the next Huawei flagship, bri...
Ricci Rox, 16 Jun 2018 12:19
The new LPDDR5 chips should bring a 10% performance boost over the current standard. (Source: Flickr)

Samsung will begin LPDDR5 and UFS 3.0 production in 2H 2018

Judging by the latest leaks, Samsung is most likely preparing major overhauls for next year's Galaxy S10 / Note 10 high-end devices. Apparently, Samsung is planning to begin production on the LPDDR5 and UFS 3.0 chips later this su...
Bogdan Solca, 15 Jun 2018 19:43
The Honor V10. (Source: Phone Radar)

Mysterious Honor V12 checks in for certification

A device with the Honor V12 moniker has appeared on the FCC and TENAA websites for certification. One would expect it to be a successor to last year’s Honor V10 flagship but the listed specifications and renders give us other idea...
Ricci Rox, 15 Jun 2018 14:02
The Redmi 6. (Source: FoneArena)

Xiaomi launches the Redmi 6 and Redmi 6A in China

Xiaomi has announced the launch of its two new entry-level smartphones, the Redmi 6 and Redmi 6A. The previous offerings in the series were best-sellers, so these new ones have rather large boots to fill. Of course, there’s the pe...
Ricci Rox, 15 Jun 2018 13:53
The Samsung Galaxy S7. (Source: CNET)

The Samsung Galaxy S7 finally receives Android Oreo

Earlier this week, Android Oreo for the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge finally made its way to users on AT&T and Verizon. This will be the last major update the devices receive, with support set to end completely in Q1 2019.
Ricci Rox, 15 Jun 2018 13:48
The new Galaxy Tab S4 will be getting a 10.5-inch 16:10 screen. (Source: Teltarif)

New Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 model to include iris scanner and thinner bezels

The upcoming Galaxy Tab S4 is supposed to compete with Apple's new iPad Pro model. According to the latest Chinese leaks, the Tab S4 will get a larger 10.5-inch screen with 16:10 ratio and thin bezels, plus an iris scanner and ext...
Bogdan Solca, 14 Jun 2018 20:22
The Alcatel 5 has a dual front camera setup with one being a 120-degree wide angle lens. (Source: Alcatel)

The selfie stick alternative: Alcatel 5 now available in some markets

The Alcatel 5 has an advanced selfie setup with dual front facing cameras, automatic field of view switching based on the number of people detected in the shot, and quick launch options to get into social media applications. It re...
Craig Ward, 14 Jun 2018 09:48
Honor 7C

81% Honor 7C Smartphone Review

The letters make all the difference. The Honor 7C is a lower mid-range smartphone in large format with a modern full-view display. Unfortunately, the dual camera's second sensor has a very low resolution. Can we take that hit in exchange for this low price?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 | Qualcomm Adreno 506 | 5.99" | 164 g
Florian Wimmer, 13 Jun 2018 10:50
The Vivo NEX S does away with a display notch thanks to a cleverly concealed camera. (Source: Vivo)

Vivo NEX official, no notch, minimal bezel

The Vivo APEX smartphone that debuted to great fanfare as a concept at MWC 2018 is now a reality. It has officially been launched as the Vivo NEX S for the Chinese market and offers the highest display-to-bezel ratio of any smartp...
Sanjiv Sathiah, 13 Jun 2018 06:50
The Kirin 710 looks to be a decent alternative and most likely more affordable alternative to Qualcomm's Snapdragon 710 SoC. (Source: Gadget.ro)

Huawei to launch Kirin 710 SoC in response to Qualcomm's Snapdragon 710

The upcoming Kirin 710 is fabricated on the 12 nm stepping and comes with Cortex-A73 cores, while the Snapdragon 710 is expected to come with the 10 nm Cortex-A75/A55 cores, so Huawei's chips will probably be featured in more affo...
Bogdan Solca, 12 Jun 2018 20:24
The Mongoose M4 will be integrated in the upcoming Exynos 9820 that will power the Galaxy S10. (Source: Biz Dailies)

Samsung Mongoose M4 core specs leaked, expected to perform better than Cortex-A76

According to famous leaker Ice Universe, the Exynos 9820 will integrate Samsung's upcoming Mongoose M4 cores which are said to be better than the ARM Cortex-A76 chips. This should translate into frequencies that go over 3.3 GHz, a...
Bogdan Solca, 12 Jun 2018 19:24
The MediaPad M5. (Source: Trusted Reviews)

Huawei finally brings the MediaPad M5 tablets to the US

Huawei has officially launched its new MediaPad M5 tablets for the US market. The devices come in three variants and bring some much-needed life back to a dying tablet scene. Prices begin at just over US$300.
Ricci Rox, 12 Jun 2018 15:03
Renders of the Nokia 5.1 Plus surface as HMD makes plans for Snapdragon 710-powered device

Renders of the Nokia 5.1 Plus surface as HMD makes plans for Snapdragon 710-powered device

Renders of the upcoming Nokia 5.1 Plus have surfaced. Going by the images, the device will feature a notch, making it the second Nokia device to do so, after the Nokia X6 that was released a short while ago.
Ricci Rox, 12 Jun 2018 14:50
The Huawei Mate 10 Pro sees a temporary price cut

Deal | The Huawei Mate 10 Pro sees a temporary price cut

The Mate 10 Pro remains one of the best devices on the planet, and is currently available for US$550 on multiple retail outlets, a significant price drop from its US$800 launch MSRP. The model on sale is unlocked, comes with 6 GB ...
Ricci Rox, 12 Jun 2018 13:40
The Samsung Galaxy S9 devices were unveiled back in February. (Source: The Inquirer)

The Samsung Galaxy S9 devices were the best-selling smartphones in the world in April

Samsung’s Galaxy S9 devices have been said to be numerical improvements over the S8 devices but you wouldn’t think that if you saw their sales numbers. The flagships finally overtook the iPhone X and iPhone 8 pair to become the be...
Ricci Rox, 12 Jun 2018 13:38
The Vivo NEX. (Source: 9to5Google)

Details and pricing of the Vivo NEX surface ahead of launch

The Vivo NEX is billed to be unveiled today. Details of the device have surfaced already, however, throwing more light on a device that’s regarded by most to be one of the most radical smartphones in recent times.
Ricci Rox, 12 Jun 2018 13:34
There have been similar reports. (Source: Telegraph)

Chinese police now installs surveillance software on tourists' phones

A user on Reddit has narrated the tales of their trip into China, which saw the country’s border police accost them and install what was almost definitely surveillance software on their Android devices.
Ricci Rox, 11 Jun 2018 13:06
HTC headquarters, Hsintien, Taiwan. (Source: News4Europe)

HTC continues to bleed money - May sales numbers as bleak as ever

HTC released its sales numbers for the month of May, with the company recording close to a 50% drop in revenue from the same period in 2017. Revenue for the first five months of the year was equally distressing, though things are ...
Ricci Rox, 11 Jun 2018 12:53
Motorola Moto G5s Plus Smartphone Review

84% Motorola Moto G5s Plus Smartphone Review

Good but is it better? The Moto G5 Plus impressed us in our recent review. Lenovo has now released a successor six months later with a dual rear-camera system. Can the Moto G5s Plus overcome one of the weaker points of its predecessor?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | Qualcomm Adreno 506 | 5.50" | 170 g
Florian Schaar, 08 Jun 2018 19:37
That looks familiar. (Source: Essential)

A year after launch, Essential gives users of the PH-1 a 3.5mm jack...and makes them pay for it

Essential has announced the release of its new Audio Adapter HD. The small adapter can be attached to the PH-1 and allows users to plug in a 3.5mm cable for an MQA-certified audio experience.
Ricci Rox, 08 Jun 2018 15:43
The Pixel 3 XL. (Source: XDA-Developers)

Revealed images of the Pixel 3 XL leave nothing to the imagination

Live images of the prototype of the upcoming Pixel 3 XL have surfaced. The device appears to keep most of the form of its predecessor but will feature a notch. There's also only one rear camera.
Ricci Rox, 08 Jun 2018 15:38
The Ulefone X.

Ulefone announces the launch of the archetypal iPhone X clone, the Ulefone X

iPhone X clones are a dime a dozen, and the latest device to join that hallowed list is the subtly-named Ulefone X. The new device may be a shameless clone but it does look good on paper, which is more than can be said for a few o...
Ricci Rox, 08 Jun 2018 15:36
ZTE Headquarters. (Source: Digital Trends)

ZTE to pay US$1.4 billion fine as penance for its sins

Following Trump's intervention, ZTE has finally been granted a lifeline out of its current dire straits. The Chinese company has been ordered to pay a massive US$1.4 billion fine for its misdemeanours that saw it hit with a trade ...
Ricci Rox, 08 Jun 2018 15:34
The Nubia Z17. (Source: The Verge)

Nubia Z18 spotted online with a fine design

Live images of Nubia's upcoming flagship, the Nubia Z18, have surfaced, revealing everything the device has to offer. Slim bezels, a chin, and a notch are some of the biggest talking points.
Ricci Rox, 08 Jun 2018 15:31
The new leak reveals the back of the Note 9, which gets a repositioned fingerprint sensor. (Source: 91Mobiles)

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 looks 90% the same as Note 8 in leaked CAD-based renders

The guys over at Mobile91 got their hands on 36-degree renders for the Note 9, and it looks like the rumors were spot on about virtually unchanged designs when compared to the Note 8. The front was already leaked by Ice Universe i...
Bogdan Solca, 07 Jun 2018 18:50
Oukitel WP5000 Smartphone Review

80% Oukitel WP5000 Smartphone Review

If the Terminator had a smartphone ... it would probably be the WP5000 from Oukitel. With the WP5000, Oukitel offers a smartphone with a stainless steel frame and great battery life, which will prove attractive to anyone who is looking for a device that can survive in extreme environments. You can learn what to expect from the WP5000 in our review.
Mediatek Helio P25 | ARM Mali-T880 MP2 | 5.70" | 277 g
Mike Wobker, 07 Jun 2018 16:07
The Moto Z3 Play. (Source: Motorola)

Motorola unveils the new sub-premium Moto Z3 Play

Motorola has finally unveiled its latest device, the sub-premium Moto Z3 Play. The smartphone is definitely solid on paper but its five hundred dollar price tag may be off-putting to some.
Ricci Rox, 07 Jun 2018 15:48
The Nokia 5 will receive Android P. (Source: Trusted Reviews)

All released Nokia devices will receive Android P

HMD has proclaimed its dedication towards providing steady updates for its devices. The company has promised that all of its devices will receive the update to Android P when it's released—yes, even devices like the sub-$100 Nokia...
Ricci Rox, 07 Jun 2018 15:47
Huawei GPU Turbo technology promises 30 percent power savings in smartphones (Source: Huawei)

Honor GPU Turbo technology promises 30 percent power savings in smartphones

GPU Boost will not increase the clock rate of the GPU as its name might suggest. Instead, the Honor technology will dramatically improve the power efficiency of GPUs in its smartphones to improve battery life. The manufacturer is ...
Allen Ngo, 07 Jun 2018 05:29
LG Q Stylus Android phablet (Source: LG Newsroom)

The mid-range LG Q Stylus phablet now official, coming later this month

The new LG Q Stylus will be available for purchase later this month in North America and Asia, followed by other regions in the third quarter. This 6.2-inch phablet will hit the market in three variants: regular, Plus, and Alpha. ...
Codrut Nistor, 06 Jun 2018 16:50
The BlackBerry KEY2. (Source: Evan Blass)

Complete details of the BlackBerry KEY2 revealed - Solid mid-ranger with unagreeable price tag

Tipster Evan Blass has revealed the complete specifications sheet of the upcoming BlackBerry KEY2. The device makes a number of improvements on its predecessor but also comes with a price tag one would expect to find on a flagship...
Ricci Rox, 06 Jun 2018 16:06
The Lenovo Z5 sports a notch. (Source: The Verge)

The Lenovo Z5 has been unveiled and it turns out Lenovo has been lying to us all

Over the past month, Lenovo carried out a subtly engaging media campaign for its upcoming device, the Z5. That device was unveiled yesterday, however, and it would seem that most of the company's claims were pure hogwash.
Ricci Rox, 06 Jun 2018 16:04

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