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BLU Pure View Android smartphone with 18:9 display and dual front camera setup (Source: Amazon)

BLU Pure View packs an 18:9 display and dual front cameras for just US$200

The BLU Pure View was silently introduced last week on Amazon with an 18:9 display, 5V/2A quick charge, face unlock, and a dual front camera setup onboard. However, this 5.7-inch handset is only powered by the outdated MediaTek MT...

Codrut Nistor, 29 Jan 2018 09:50

iPhone X Plus dummy model alongside an iPhone X. (Source: @venyageskin1 via MacRumors)

More details of upcoming iPhone X successors emerge

New predictions from KGI Securities reveal more details about the upcoming iPhones this year. The new report reiterates earlier predictions and outlines the display and component suppliers for the 6.1-inch model while also predict...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 29 Jan 2018 04:31

Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus renders. (Source: @evleaks)

The Galaxy S9/S9 Plus could feature 'Intelligent Scan' biometric authentication and depth-sensing stickers

An APK teardown of the Settings APK in Note 8 Oreo builds reveals a new biometric authentication called 'Intelligent Scan' that could probably feature in the upcoming Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus. The APK teardown further reveals that th...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 29 Jan 2018 03:17

Purported real images of the Xiaomi Mi 6X have surfaced

The Mi 6X will succeed the Mi 5X that doubled up as the Mi A1 last year. A new leak with live images of the supposed device has surfaced online.

Ricci Rox, 28 Jan 2018 17:22

Nokia 7 Plus spotted on Geekbench, Snapdragon 660 in tow

A few weeks ago, a camera app revealed that the Nokia 7 Plus would be on HMD's lineup of smartphones for 2018. The device has made its way over to Geekbench, with the benchmark listing showing it powered by a Snapdragon 660, and r...

Ricci Rox, 28 Jan 2018 17:05

The Helio P70 makes a visit to Antutu, trades blows with the Kirin 960

The Helio P70 has made its way over to AnTuTu and it shines, with scores showing the chipset giving the Kirin 960 a run for its money.

Ricci Rox, 28 Jan 2018 15:13

The Google Clips smart camera has gone on sale, but quickly sold out. (Source: Google)

Google Clips camera goes up for purchase, first batch sells out

The Google Clips smart camera has gone on sale in the U.S. However, the first batch has quickly sold out in less than a day and a waitlist created for those that want one.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 28 Jan 2018 11:32

Apple WatchOS 4.3 Developer Beta brings some new usability features

The latest developers beta for Apple's WatchOS 4.3 brings back Apple Music integration, improved fitness information in the Siri watch face, and a new portrait charging mode. Apple's WatchOS holds a 57 percent share of the smartwa...

Craig Ward, 27 Jan 2018 23:54

Deal | Essential Phone now available for just $435

The Essential PH-1 was one of our picks for best value smartphone of 2017, and it's cheaper right now, as Amazon has it listed at US$435. Not a bad deal for a device with a QHD display, 4 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage, and a Snapdr...

Ricci Rox, 27 Jan 2018 13:34

The Nokia 10 could have a rotating penta-lens setup. (Source: Baidu)

The Nokia 10 could implement a rotating penta-lens camera setup

The Nokia 10 could feature a rotating penta-lens camera setup, if rumor on the street is to be believed. If HMD Global can pull it off, it will be the first major camera advancement for the brand since the Lumia 1020.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 27 Jan 2018 11:44

PowerVR Series8XT GT8540 GPU layout (Source: Imagination Technologies)

Need to drive six 4K monitors at 60 Hz on the go? Imagination has a solution for that

The new PowerVR Series8XT GT8540 GPU uses Imagination Technologies' Furian architecture and provides an 80 percent fill rate gain over its predecessor. Even more, it can feed up to six 4K displays at 60 fps simultaneously.

Codrut Nistor, 27 Jan 2018 10:37

We might see 3 new iPhones this year. Note: The image incorrectly indicates that the iPhone 8 Plus has 2 GB RAM. (Source: KGI Research/MacRumors)

More info on Apple's 3 iPhone models for 2018 emerge, iPhone X will live on in spirit

KGI Securities revealed some more information about what can be expected of iPhones in 2018. Alongside the details, the report also implied that the iPhone X will be discontinued than be discounted due to low sales. Apple watchers...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 26 Jan 2018 13:31

Wine can now run on Android, but is marked as 'experimental.' (Source: Sponchia/Pixabay)

WINE 3.0 can now be installed on Android to run Windows programs

The 3.0 release of Wine brings several improvements, including experimental Android support. This allows Windows x86 software to run on phones and tablets with a compatible SoC, and Windows RT software on the rest.

Craig Ward, 25 Jan 2018 23:56

Qualcomm headquarters. (Source: recode.net)

European Union fines Qualcomm EU€997 million (US$1.2 billion) for anti-competitive practices

Qualcomm is facing a EU€997 million (US$1.2 billion) fine from the European Union for anti-competitive practices based around a five year contract (2011 - 2016) with Apple which imposed a financial penalty if Apple sourced 4G LTE ...

Craig Ward, 25 Jan 2018 18:04

Exynos SoCs might power more smartphones soon. (Source: Expert Reviews)

Exynos CPUs will soon power more mid-range smartphones

Samsung is mulling to sell its Exynos SoCs to other smartphone vendors in a bid to boost its foundry utilization and increase its market share in the mid-range segment.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 25 Jan 2018 16:07

In-display fingerprint sensors were supposed to first arrive with the launch of iPhone X in late 2017. (Source: Vivo)

Vivo X20 Plus with under-glass fingerprint sensor gets detailed specs and price upon Chinese launch

The in-display fingerprint sensor from Synaptics will be featured for the first time in the Vivo X20 Plus smartphone. This model comes with mid-range specs and will only be available in China at launch.

Bogdan Solca, 25 Jan 2018 15:17

The XD Plus runs emulated console games, including PS1/PSP, Nintendo games up to DS, older PC games and arcade MAME. (Source: GPD)

GPD XD Plus Android handheld gaming system now available for pre-order

Powered by MediaTek's quad-core MT8176 SoC coupled with 4 GB RAM and a PowerVR GX6250 GPU, the XD Plus can run many retro games including older PSP/PS1, Nintendo DS/Gamecube and Arcade or old PC games.

Bogdan Solca, 25 Jan 2018 13:33

The HTC One M9 is billed for a surprise Oreo update

The HTC M9 was released way back in 2015, so it's something of a surprise to learn that it will be receiving the update to Oreo. An early March rollout is expected.

Ricci Rox, 25 Jan 2018 00:29

The aftermath of the explosion. (Source: 4gnews)

Moto G4 Play explodes during charge

Another device has exploded, this time a Moto G4 Play in Brazil. This would be the second case of this kind in recent times, as a Moto G4 also took the fiery route last month.

Ricci Rox, 24 Jan 2018 17:42

The Huawei P10 Plus. (Source: Expert Reviews)

The next Huawei P-series device could be the P11 after all

Huawei's upcoming P-series device was said to be the P20 but that may not be the case as a document showing the "Huawei P11" moniker as trademarked by the company has surfaced.

Ricci Rox, 24 Jan 2018 16:57

Users of the LG G6 in Europe will receive Oreo just before Android P is released

The LG G6 was launched on Android Nougat just over a year ago, and LG has confirmed that the European model of the device will receive its update to Oreo in June.

Ricci Rox, 24 Jan 2018 16:49

The Meizu M15 Plus will take the bezel-less life to the extreme

The Meizu 15 Plus will be Meizu's next flagship and it will feature top of the line features and a killer design.

Ricci Rox, 24 Jan 2018 16:38

This school spent all their budget on the Lenovo 500e and couldn't afford to upgrade their blackboards. (Source: Lenovo)

Three new ChromeOS educations notebooks from Lenovo starting at US$219

Lenovo has revealed three updated education Chromebooks for 2018, with the 100e and 300e providing rugged budget friendly options for classrooms, and the 500e adding some style and a pen for older children or university usage.

Craig Ward, 23 Jan 2018 22:59

Nine released Honor devices to run on Oreo: Honor 8 a surprise inclusion, Honor 6X snubbed

An Honor representative on Huawei's official forums has confirmed the list of Honor devices that will run on the Oreo-based EMUI 8.0, with the Honor 8 and V8 surprise inclusions, and the Honor 6X apparently set to miss out.

Ricci Rox, 23 Jan 2018 22:05

The Mi 4C suffered from thermal handling issues. (Source: Gizmochina)

Here's all you need to know about Xiaomi's upcoming Surge S2 SoC

The Surge S2 will be Xiaomi's second attempt at creating an in-house SoC. Details of the chipset have leaked and it looks rather interesting, with performance values that we expect to trade blows with the Snapdragon 821.

Ricci Rox, 23 Jan 2018 21:54

BLU R2 Plus 5.5-inch Android smartphone with MediaTek MT6753 SoC (Source: BLU Products)

BLU R2 Plus budget smartphone hits Amazon

The 5.5-inch BLU R2 Plus is now available via Amazon for US$179.99. Its specs include a MediaTek MT6753 processor, 3 GB RAM, and 32 GB internal storage.

Codrut Nistor, 23 Jan 2018 21:43

LG Aristo 2 Android smartphone with Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 SoC (Source: LG USA)

Budget-friendly LG Aristo 2 now official

The Snapdragon 425-powered LG Aristo 2 comes with Android 7.1.2 onboard and only features 2 GB RAM and 16 GB internal storage. However, its price is far below the US$100 mark, so there is not much to complain about.

Codrut Nistor, 23 Jan 2018 12:10

Jack has been left to die. (Source: Xperiablog)

Another one bites the dust - next Xperia device to ditch 3.5mm headphone jack

A Sony device, a few hours ago, made its way to FCC's certification bus stop, and there's reason to believe it will not feature a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Ricci Rox, 22 Jan 2018 17:04

Bang for every single buck. (Source: Xiaomi)

Deal | The Xiaomi Mi A1 is currently available on eBay for just $225

The Mi A1, one of our best value picks for 2017, is currently on sale on eBay at a nigh-unpassable price point of $225, $50 off its price on Amazon.

Ricci Rox, 22 Jan 2018 16:50

Honor 8 users petition company for Oreo update

The Honor 8, Honor’s flagship of 2016, was confirmed to not be eligible for an Android Oreo update, and users of the device do not take kindly to that, apparently.

Ricci Rox, 22 Jan 2018 16:38

We wouldn't place much stock in these images. (Source: CJ.Sina)

Purported images and details of the Mi Max 3 surface

The Mi Max 3 will be Xiaomi’s phablet for the year and leaks of the device are already pouring in. The latest one details a 7-inch unit with dual rear cameras, an 18:9 FHD+ display, a Snapdragon 660, and a 5500 mAh battery. All fo...

Ricci Rox, 22 Jan 2018 16:15

Photo showing Android 8.0 running on a ZTE Axon 7. (Source: ZTE forum via Android Soul)

ZTE and HTC bringing some Android 8.0 Oreo love to the US

Updates to Android 8.0 Oreo are slow to arrive. However, this weekend saw users in ZTE's US beta program receive Oreo software, and HTC announced that sprint has approved the Oreo update for the U11 on their network.

Craig Ward, 21 Jan 2018 20:53

Apple's HomePod smart speaker is expected to launch soon. (Source: Apple)

Apple HomePod gets FCC certification, signals impending release

Apple is well behind the smart speaker 8-ball when it comes to the launch of its Siri-powered HomePod. First unveiled in June, it has now received FCC certification suggesting its launch can't be too far away.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 21 Jan 2018 06:49

The Meizu M6s looks sleek in Blue. (Source: Meizu)

The Meizu M6s does a lot of things right for just $150

Meizu’s new budget device is one that takes on the world. It features the impressive Exynos 7872 and a slew of praise-worthy features at a high-value price point of just $150.

Ricci Rox, 20 Jan 2018 20:07

Samsung's new Exynos 7872 brings class to the budget segment

The Exynos 7872 was released a few days ago, and we’re impressed, especially by its performance.

Ricci Rox, 20 Jan 2018 17:04

LG folding phone concept design. (Source: GSMInfo)

LG patents reveal folding smartphone plans

LG looks to be planning a competitor for the forthcoming Samsung Galaxy X. Patents have been uncovered potentially revealing the Korean maker's hand.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 20 Jan 2018 03:58

Vivo X20 Plus with under display fingerprint tech. (Source: Vivo)

Vivo X20 Plus UD tipped to arrive January 25

The much-discussed under screen fingerprint technology featured in the Vivo X20 Plus UD is tipped to market on January 21. It will be the first smartphone on the market to feature the cutting-edge technology.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 20 Jan 2018 03:17

The G6 is expected to cost around US$240. (Source: Droid Life)

Lenovo Moto G6 lineup leaks out

The G6 looks to be one of Lenovo's mid-range lineups for 2018. Design-wise, the G6 borrowed key elements from the X4 family and features 3D glass cases and fingerprint sensors.

Bogdan Solca, 17 Jan 2018 14:17

A render purported to be the Sony XZ Pro. (Source: MyDriver)

Bezel-less Sony XZ Pro surfaces ahead of MWC 2018

Sony's 2018 flagship, the Xperia XZ Pro, has leaked out a month ahead of its expected reveal at Mobile World Congress on February 26. The device is the first from the Japanese maker to feature a contemporary bezel-less design.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 17 Jan 2018 11:00

Details of the Moto X5 revealed, device to feature a notch

The Moto X4 was one of our picks for best value smartphones of 2017, and its successor looks to continue that fine form. The X5, according to a leak, will feature an 18:9 display with minimal bezels, and also what appears to be a ...

Ricci Rox, 17 Jan 2018 07:42

The S8 was one of 2017's best flagships. (Source: Trusted Reviews)

The Samsung Galaxy S9 will ship with a 3000mAh battery, go on sale on March 16

The Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ will keep the same battery capacities as their predecessors, with the smaller sibling to house a 3000mAh battery, and the plus-sized variant to opt for a 3500mAh one.

Ricci Rox, 16 Jan 2018 22:38

The Honor 8 is still an aesthetically stunning device. (Source: XDA-Developers)

The Honor 8 will not receive Android Oreo, and that's a shame

The Honor 8 was released barely 18 months ago, so it's something of a surprise to hear that it won't be receiving the update to Oreo.

Ricci Rox, 16 Jan 2018 22:26

HiSilicon's Kirin has come a long way. (Source: AnandTech)

The Kirin 970 is better than the Snapdragon 835, Master Lu declares

Master Lu, a popular Chinese benchmark, has revealed performance scores for the top SoCs in the business, with the Kirin 970 edging out Qualcomm's Snapdragon 835 to first place.

Ricci Rox, 16 Jan 2018 22:18

The screen of the Hi9 Gamer tablet is fully laminated. (Source: Chuwi)

Chuwi's affordable Hi9 Gamer tablet now available

The Hi9 Gamer tablet runs Android 7.0 out of the box and comes equipped with an 8.4-inch 2560 x 1600 display, a quad-core MediaTek SoC, a PowerVR GPU and 4 GB LPDDR3 RAM.

Bogdan Solca, 16 Jan 2018 14:42

HTC U11 EYEs launched with dual front cameras

The HTC U11 EYEs has just been launched and will be sold in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and China with price tags in the US$500 price range.

Ricci Rox, 16 Jan 2018 09:30