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YouTubers DIY Perks and MrWhoseTheBoss have built an XXL iPhone. The 2 meter tall and 190 kilogram replica of the iPhone 15 Pro Max is fully functional. As you can see in the video, it can even be used to make contactless payments at the ice cream parlor.

As X/Twitter remains banned in Brazil, new users from this country helped Bluesky exceed 9 million subscribers while also recording almost 5 million monthly active accounts. Founded in early October 2021, this US-based decentralized microblogging social platform opened signups for everyone this year, in early February.

Retroid's next gaming handheld releases are right around the corner. Nonetheless, the company has decided to upgrade the Pocket Mini and Pocket 5 in several areas before the pair go on sale, allegedly due to negative community feedback.

Samsung is expected to bring various upgrades to its Galaxy S Ultra line with next year's Galaxy S25 Ultra. However, one crucial aspect is anticipated to remain unchanged, which would see Samsung trailing Motorola and Xiaomi once again.

The WiFi variant of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE with 6 GB RAM and 128 GB storage is down to $329.72. This equates to a decent $120.27 discount from what the Android tablet usually sells for.

Ice Universe, a reliable tipster, reports that Qualcomm is selling the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 at a 20.68% higher price than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. This suggests upcoming flagship phones will be more expensive than current top-end smartphones.

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold Google's latest foldable smartphone, and seems to be one that has made strides in terms of internal design despite being only a second-gen product, according to a new teardown video. Then again, the new top-end flagship has some of the same drawbacks as its non-foldable counterpart in this regard.

Rokid has presented "the future of augmented reality" (AR) to its Messe Berlin audience in the form of the AR Joy 2, a bundle made of the OEM's flagship micro OLED glasses and Google Certified controller/dongle. The whole kit is rated to keep the user entertained in private for up to 5 hours per charge.

A new leak has now revealed even more information on Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Tab S10 series. Two tablets are expected, with pricing seemingly set to start at under €1300 while going all the way up to over €2000.

A typically reliable leaker claimed to have received final measurements for Samsung's next Ultra-branded smartphone. If accurate, then it would see the Galaxy S25 Ultra being the thinnest in the series to date, as well as one of the shortest and narrowest.

At the time of writing, Huawei's Mate XT, the company's first tri-folding smartphone, has generated over 1.7 million reservations on VMall within a single day. The device's standout design has attracted substantial attention ahead of its official launch on September 10. Reservations will be open until September 19, 2024.

The Pad P2 Active is AGM's first tablet that comes with a custom case to give it a rugged appearance at need. The case also has a handy 360-degree kickstand and can be used with a detachable shoulder strap for extra portability. The slate also features a generationally improved battery capacity rating, 4G/LTE connectivity and a 50MP rear camera.

It appears that Motorola could be preparing to release a third foldable under its Razr 50 series. While the company already sells the Razr 50 and Razr 50 Ultra, new evidence has come to light that the company is working on a device called the Razr 50s too.

The Nothing Phone (2a) Plus may have launched back in July, but it has just arrived on the Old Continent. The phone brings a handful of upgrades over the standard version that was announced in March.

Vivo has made the Y300 Pro official. It's a mid-range phone with a couple of interesting features. One of them is that the Android smartphone is just 7.69 mm thick, but it has a 6,500 mAh battery inside, which is higher than many flagships.

Retroid has now confirmed that it is only a few days away from releasing the Pocket Mini. Arriving alongside the Pocket 5, the Pocket Mini will pack a punch despite its 165 x 77 x 16.5 mm and 215 g footprint. Retroid has sought to undercut rivals with comparatively low launch pricing, too.

Retroid has finally confirmed full specs for the Pocket 5, which could be thought of as a smaller, lighter and less expensive alternative to the AYN Odin2. Not only that, but Retroid has outlined when the Pocket 5 will be available from and for how much.

TCL's newest Android tablet packs modest specs under the hood, but what it lacks in raw power, it makes up for in screen size. The screen isn't just massive, it has also got a trick that lets it mimic an E Ink e-reader.

RedMagic has announced that it will unleash an Android tablet on the international market for the first time in 2024. The brand asserts that the upcoming slate will become the most powerful device of its kind for mobile gaming on the global scene on its launch. It may or may not have a glasses-free 3D display variant.

A recent report suggested that Xiaomi would be launching a new flagship phone with a buttonless design. Now, live images of a prototype smartphone have appeared, and per the images, it seems there aren't any pressure-sensitive sensors either.

Various sources have noticed that Xiaomi has received approval to sell a new POCO-branded smartphone in the US. While the device is not official just yet, the Federal Communications Commission has not just confirmed that the POCO M7 Pro 5G exists, but it has also confirmed the handset's design in a series of images.

Launching next week, more than two years since the release of the game, the ninth major update to Diablo Immortal takes the main questline further, allowing the players to travel to the Cold Isles. The Crucible of Justice update also comes with a new cooperative mode, three new legendary gems, and more.

Not only does it look good, but there is also a lot of gaming power under the hood: The OnePlus Nord 4 surprised us with almost 90 fps in some games and with its high-quality unibody case. Find out in this summary what else we found out in our test.

The TCL 50 NXTPAPER 5G and TCL 50 Pro NXTPAPER 5G smartphones take TCL's NXTPAPER technology to another level by mimicking an E Ink display. With a dedicated key on the side, owners can switch between three different screen modes depending on the content they want to consume.

The HMD Fusion borrows a leaf from Motorola's Moto Z series with its modular cases that add extra functions such as wireless charging or better durability. HMD will also provide resources for people to design their own cases.

The Honor MagicPad 2 is finally getting a global release, and the large-format Android tablet packs a few choice upgrades over its predecessor, including a higher refresh rate, new SoC, and 66 W fast charging. The new Android tablet runs MagicOS 8.0, and has a number of AI software features alongside a flicker-free 12.3-inch AMOLED display with a PWM frequency of 4320 Hz.

Honor has now brought the Magic V3 to global audiences. Released today and showcased at IFA 2024 in Berlin, the Honor Magic V3 is not only thinner and lighter than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6, but it is also considerably cheaper thanks to a range of launch discounts and offers.

RedMagic has launched an interesting Android tablet that features what the brand calls a “naked-eye 3D” display. It lets you view 3D images without needing any glasses.

After weeks of teasers, the RedMagic Gaming Tablet Pro is now official. It’s the first tab to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leading Version, making it more capable than other Android tablets. The initial launch price is CNY 3,999, about $563.

CheckMag After-market head units from big brands with Car Play and Android Auto support tend to start at around $250. Even then, they offer a screen that isn’t much bigger than your smartphone. Most relatively modern cars will need a costly dashboard facia, wiring loom and a willingness to dismantle your dashboard. However, there are alternatives.

OSOM, the company formed by former employees of Essential Inc., is folding up. It's interesting considering both OSOM and Essential announced only one phone each before shutting down.

Google's conversational AI chatbot continues to roll out, and Gemini Advance users receive early access. Using only your voice, Gemini Live aims to offer a faster and more natural experience when using Gemini and includes the ability to change Gemini's Voice.

Originally available in three colors and a single configuration, the Fairphone 5 now comes in a new colorway and a new configuration. This new variant is also more affordable.

The Retroid Pocket 5 is slowly taking shape. Having confirmed the presence of a 5.5-inch and 1080p AMOLED display last week, Retroid has now revealed that the Pocket 5 will challenge the established order with a decent-sized battery and Qualcomm's Snapdragon 865 chipset.

The final device in the Galaxy S24 series is set to launch soon. The Galaxy S24 FE will sit beneath the vanilla Galaxy S24 model and new leaks have now revealed details of the device ahead of its debut.

Thanks to the efforts of Murray R. Van Luyn and countless Linux developers, the popular H96 Max Android TV box can now run an Armbian Ubuntu 22.04 installation. The full process is now available for users to try.

Acer has now presented the Iconia X12, a versatile tablet that is not the most unusual product it has unveiled today. While the Iconia X12 features a large AMOLED display that outputs at 1600p (QHD), the company has made cutbacks in a few areas to hit a €369 target price.

Nubia is a day away from releasing new RedMagic gaming tablets. Nonetheless, the company has now revealed what at least one of these flagship tablets will look like in a series of images.

Sanwa Supply has unveiled the MA-BTRING5BK wireless finger mouse with crown scroll wheel. The mouse is worn on a finger and can be operated in the air to control computers, tablets, and smartphones from up to 33 feet (10 m) away. The crown wheel can be turned with the thumb to quickly scroll through webpages and documents.

Some buyers of the Galaxy Z Fold6, which is not exactly cheap at around $1700, have expressed their displeasure on social networks at the quality of the coating, which appears to be peeling off in places after just a few weeks. Samsung has addressed this problem in the form of a help page, but blames the use of third-party products.

To celebrate its 10th year anniversary as a smartphone brand, Ulefone has a handful of new devices, one of which is the Armor Mini 20T Pro. It is the manufacturer's smallest rugged smartphone, and despite its compact size, it packs some pretty decent features.

A new leak has now revealed some camera improvements expected from Xiaomi's next line-leading flagship phone, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra. Key points include a new main camera as well as what could be class-leading zoom hardware.

The dust has barely settled following the launch of the Pixel 9/Pixel 9 Pro series, but details about the Pixel 9a have begun pouring. The latest reveals Google will be taking major steps in the chipset and modem aspect to differentiate it from the Pixel 9 flagship.

Google has finally decided to bring new thermometer-related features to Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL devices sold in Europe. Rolling out through a new Pixel Thermometer app update, the features allow the flagship trio to measure skin temperature and store results either directly in the app or in the Fitbit app.

HMD Global, the company behind the revival of classic Nokia designs, is developing a new smartphone that pays homage to the beloved Nokia Lumia 1020. Featuring a circular camera setup and a Lumia-esque aesthetic, this device could offer a unique proposition in the crowded smartphone market.

A new leak from Weibo says Qualcomm could push the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4's max clocks to 4.37 GHz. A previous Geekbench listing showed it to max out at 4.09 GHz.

Retroid has now showcased the size of its next premier gaming handheld. While the Retroid Pocket 5 has a much larger display than the current Pocket 4, it is only marginally bigger and heavier. Not only that, but the Pocket 5 will be much smaller than its flagship peers.