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The A11 Bionic SoC powers the iPhone 8 / 8 Plus / X models that will be released on September 22. (Source: Apple)

iPhone X A11 SoC benchmarks leaked before official presentation event

The A11 hexacore SoC packs 2 high-performance Monsoon cores, 4 energy-efficient Mistral cores and a 3-core GPU. The single-core test results are higher than what most Qualcomm chips can score in multi-core tests.

Bogdan Solca, 13 Sep 2017 10:59

The new Apple TV 4K looks like the 4th-gen model, but packs a bigger punch. (Source: Apple)

New Apple TV 4K packs A10X punch, HDR

Amidst all the fanfare of the new iPhone X launch, Apple has given its Apple TV its most potent upgrade yet. Powered by an Apple A10X Fusion hexa-core processor, the new Apple TV supports 4K HDR in both HDR10 and Dolby Vision form...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 13 Sep 2017 10:53

Apple showed off the LTE calling capabilities of the Watch Series 3. (Source: Anandtech)

The Apple Watch Series 3 is now official, starts from US$329

Apple has officially launched the Watch Series 3 during its September 2017 keynote. The new Watch now sports LTE connectivity with a host of new fitness features and will be launching on September 15 with prices starting from US$3...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Sep 2017 06:59

Speedy operation? Sort of. (Source: Oppo)

Oppo launches the A71 in India for US$200

The Oppo A71 has been launched in its second market and is now available in India. The US$200 device has a 5.2-inch 720p screen, MediaTek MT6750 SoC, 3 GB of RAM, and 16 GB of storage.

Craig Ward, 13 Sep 2017 01:51

Qualcomm claims a list of Android firsts on its blog just in time for the launch of the new iPhones. (Source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm lists innovations that appeared first on Android — just ahead of the iPhone X launch

Qualcomm has published a blog post detailing some of the mobile innovations that were made possible by the collaboration with Google and other Android OEMs. Cheekily, the list of innovations seem to reflect some of the new feature...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 12 Sep 2017 14:55

A Samsung foldable smartphone concept. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung: Expect a foldable Galaxy Note in 2018, Bixby speaker too

Samsung's head of mobile Koh Dong-jin has revealed that the next Galaxy Note will be foldable. Although still facing some technical hurdles, Samsung believes that its foldable AMOLED display tech will make it to market in time for...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 12 Sep 2017 13:43

The Galaxy Note 8 is now available for pre-order on Amazon India. (Source: Amazon)

Preorders for the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 begin in India

Samsung India has officially unveiled the Galaxy Note 8 in India shortly after its global launch. The handset, which retails at ₹67,900 (US$ 1,060), will go on sale in the country starting September 22.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 12 Sep 2017 13:33

The Vivo X20 Mars Edition will launch on September 21. (Source: Vivo)

Vivo reveals X20 Mars Edition

Vivo has teased images of a special edition variant of its upcoming X20 smartphone. The all-black Mars Edition is set to be fully unveiled on September 21 alongside the standard model.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 12 Sep 2017 11:26

Is the Pixel 2 to be powered by a Snapdragon 835 or 836? (Source: Forbes)

Snapdragon 836 rumored for Pixel 2 might be vaporware

After initially claiming that the Google Pixel 2 smartphone will be the first with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 836, Evan Blass now suggests that it will miss out on the unannounced chipset.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 11 Sep 2017 12:40

The Snapdragon 845 will power next year's Samsung Galaxy S9. (Source: Qualcomm)

First Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 benchmark surfaces

Next year's flagship SoC from Qualcomm seems to be a bit better than Apple's A9 chip, but it's still behind the A10 and most likely A11 chips when it comes to single core performance tests.

Bogdan Solca, 11 Sep 2017 12:31

The iPhone X could pack a hexa-core punch. (Source: iDrop News)

iPhone X could pack a hexa-core processor

Apple seems intent on making sure that its next flagship iPhone packs a performance punch. Leaked code from a Gold Master build of iOS 11 indicates that it will feature a hexa-core processor.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 11 Sep 2017 09:46

Huawei's 'Band 2 Pro' fitness watch with GPS arrives in the Unites States for only US$69

The Huawei Band 2 Pro which was announced back in July, is now available in the United States via Amazon at US$69. The fitness wearable features an integrated GPS to track activities such as running and swimming without the need t...

Craig Ward, 09 Sep 2017 18:54

LG claims that the V30 has the largest aperture in a smartphone camera. (Source: LG)

Solved: The mystery of the LG V30 camera aperture

The LG V30 has captured a lot of interest since its official reveal. Among its many features, LG claims it has the world's largest aperture in a smartphone camera to date at f/1.6. But is all as it seems?

Sanjiv Sathiah, 09 Sep 2017 04:00

Android 8 'Oreo' bug can cause large amounts of mobile data use

A bug in Android 8 'Oreo' is causing the operating system to ignore any connected WiFi networks and default to using mobile data.

Craig Ward, 08 Sep 2017 23:57

Huawei Honor V9 Play Android smartphone with MediaTek MT6750 processor (Source: Vmall)

Huawei Honor V9 Play now official

The new Huawei Honor V9 Play is a 5.2-inch smartphone that sports a MediaTek MT6750 processor, 3 GB or 4 GB of RAM, and 32 GB internal storage. Sadly, it has no dual camera setup and retails for more than US$150.

Codrut Nistor, 08 Sep 2017 22:10

Details provided about the holographic display on RED's upcomming smartphone

The CEO of RED has put a press release post on their user forums detailing their partnership with Leia Inc, a holographic LCD technology company who specialize in 'Lightfield' holographic products.

Craig Ward, 08 Sep 2017 19:11

ASRock's X10 IoT router can remotely control various smart appliances around the house. (Source: ASRock)

ASRock's X10 IoT Router remotely controls home appliances over radio and IR

The X10 comes with the usual dual band Wi-Fi and Gigabit Ethernet connections, but also offers remote control capabilities for smart home appliances through the integrated ZigBee radio controller and IR blaster.

Bogdan Solca, 08 Sep 2017 11:29

Apple's Siri is vulnerable to ultrasonic voice hacks.

Siri and Alexa are vulnerable to ultrasonic voice commands

Chinese researchers have been able to launch malicious voice command attacks on every major voice assistant including Siri and Alexa. Using ultrasonics, the researchers were able to hack devices with any victim completely unaware ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 07 Sep 2017 13:15

The Nokia 8 is now on sale in Germany and Australia. (Source: Nokia)

Nokia 8 now on sale in Germany and Australia

The Nokia 8 is now on sale in Germany and Australia. It is the first high-end device from HMD Global and is powered by the Snapdragon 835 and runs a stock version of Android 7.1.1 Nougat.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 07 Sep 2017 11:48

HP Pro 8 Android tablet for business with MediaTek MT8735 processor (Source: HP)

HP launches the Pro 8 Android tablet for business in India

The HP Pro 8 tablet is an 8-inch Android device which can be used in tough environments and is powered by a quad-core MediaTek processor. It has a price tag of around US$300 and features 4G connectivity.

Codrut Nistor, 06 Sep 2017 17:55

ZTE Blade A2S Android smartphone with MediaTek MT6753 processor (Source: JD.com)

ZTE Blade A2S hits China this Friday

The 5.2-inch ZTE Blade A2S is a new handset with a price slightly higher than US$100. Its list of specs includes an octa-core processor by MediaTek, 3 GB RAM, and 32 GB internal storage.

Codrut Nistor, 06 Sep 2017 14:05

Huawei has overtaken Apple as the No. 2 global smartphone maker. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei overtakes Apple for No. 2 global smartphone maker spot

Huawei is now the second most popular smartphone maker, according to data from Counterpoint. Although the iPhone 7 range is still the most popular on the market, Huawei's popularity in China has driven its sales success.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 06 Sep 2017 12:51

Xiaomi Mi A1 Android One smartphone with Snapdragon 625 and dual camera setup (Source: MIUI)

Xiaomi launches the Mi A1 smartphone

The new Mi A1 smartphone comes with stock Android 7.1.2 Nougat on board but uses Xiaomi's own photo app. It sports a dual camera with 2X optical zoom and a price of less than US$235.

Codrut Nistor, 05 Sep 2017 17:30

The new Harman Kardon Allure features Amazon's Alexa. (Source: Harman Kardon)

IFA 2017 | Samsung-owned Harman Kardon rolls out Alexa-powered speaker

Samsung subsidiary Harman Kardon has introduced the new Allure intelligent speaker. The second such device from Harman Kardon, the Allure is the first to from the company to utilize Amazon's Alexa technology.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 05 Sep 2017 13:16

The first live shot of the Xiaomi Mi MIX 2 has surfaced. (Source: Playful Android)

The Xiaomi Mi MIX 2 surfaces in the flesh ahead of its official reveal

Set for release on September 11, a photo of the Xiaomi Mi MIX 2 live and in the flesh has surfaced ahead of its official launch.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 05 Sep 2017 11:19

The Sony Xperia XZ Premium will get an upgrade to Android 8.0 Oreo. (Source: Sony)

Sony confirms Android 8 Oreo upgrade roadmap with some surprising omissions

Sony has laid out the Android 8.0 Oreo upgrade roadmap for its Xperia line of smartphones. For the most part, Xperia device owners who have purchased a Sony smartphone in the past 12-14 months are in luck. However, there are some ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 04 Sep 2017 12:19

The Nokia 5 is set to get an upgrade to Android 8.0 Oreo. (Source: Nokia)

All HMD-made Nokia smartphones set for Android 8 Oreo upgrades

Nokia licensee HMD Global has confirmed that it will roll out Android 8 Oreo to all of its smartphones. This includes the entry-level Nokia 3, which had been in some doubt as it runs a MediaTek chipset rather than the Qualcomm chi...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 04 Sep 2017 11:30

First Xiaomi Mi 7 rumors surface - Q1 2018 launch a possibilty

Rumors of the Mi 7 have surfaced, with sources claiming the flagship will feature a 6" OLED display, up to 8 GB of RAM, a glass or ceramic build, and the Snapdragon 845.

Ricci Rox, 04 Sep 2017 11:12

Archos Diamond Alpha+ Android smartphone with 6 GB RAM and 128 GB storage (Source: Archos)

IFA 2017 | Archos announces the Diamond Alpha+ smartphone

The new 5.2-inch Diamond Alpha+ handset by Archos has a Snapdragon 653 mid-range processor under the hood but packs no less than 6 GB RAM and 128 GB internal storage. It is expected to hit the European market in October.

Codrut Nistor, 04 Sep 2017 09:45

Samsung Galaxy S7 explodes during charge

A Korean user has reported the explosion of her one-year-old Galaxy S7, an event that left her with burnt hands and furniture.

Ricci Rox, 03 Sep 2017 20:13

IFA 2017 | The Trekstor WinPhone 5.0 is the better of two new Windows Phones and will likely appeal to businesses

Two new Windows Phones were announced at IFA 2017. One appears to be an overpriced budget phone, but the second is a premium looking mid-range handset that wouldn't look out of place in a business environment.

Craig Ward, 03 Sep 2017 19:20

The J7+ is the second Samsung device to sport dual rear cameras, with the first being being the Note 8.

Samsung J7+ officially launched

The J7+ has been officially launched in Thailand, so it's only a matter of time before it makes its way into the global market. Some would consider it ill-named, though, as it has the same display size as the regular J7, and a sig...

Ricci Rox, 03 Sep 2017 13:09

The Mate 10 will be the first device to come with the new Kirin 970

IFA 2017 | Kirin 970 officially unveiled, Neural Processing Unit for AI functionalities onboard

The Kirin 970 has been officially announced, and while it doesn't really do much new in terms of raw power, it brings improvements in the GPU and power efficiency region, with the SoC being built on TSMC's 10nm process.

Ricci Rox, 02 Sep 2017 23:42

The Mi 5X was launched at the tail end of July. (Source: GSMArena)

Xiaomi Mi A1 hits Geekbench

Xiaomi's new device, the Mi A1, has been listed on Geekbench, with its scores and specifications largely being a match to what we saw in the recently released Mi 5X. The A1 is expected to be an Android One device, which means that...

Ricci Rox, 02 Sep 2017 19:26

Motorola Moto X4 mid-range Android smartphone with Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 processor and dual cameras (Source: Motorola)

IFA 2017 | Motorola intros the Moto X4 smartphone

The new Moto X4 mid-ranger is a 5.2-inch handset with Android 7.1.1 Nougat on board that features a Snapdragon 630 processor, various memory/storage configurations depending on the market, and a dual camera setup. It will hit the ...

Codrut Nistor, 02 Sep 2017 09:45

ZTE silently intros the Nubia Z17 Lite smartphone

Featuring the same design as the Snapdragon 835-powered Nubia Z17, ZTE's Nubia Z17 Lite has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 653 under the hood. It comes with two 13 MP cameras on the back, 4 GB RAM, and 64 GB internal storage.

Codrut Nistor, 01 Sep 2017 17:27

Sony Xperia XA1 Plus Android smartphone (Source: Sony)

IFA 2017 | Sony Xperia XA1 Plus now official

The new Xperia XA1 Plus comes with a MediaTek Helio P20 processor, a 23 MP Exmor RS main camera, a 5.5-inch full HD display, as well as 4 GB RAM and 32 GB internal storage. It should hit the market in late October.

Codrut Nistor, 31 Aug 2017 23:59

Archos Core 50 Android smartphone (Source: Archos)

IFA 2017 | Archos reveals the Access and Core low-end smartphones

The Archos Access comes with a quad-core processor and a screen size ranging from 4 to 5.5 inches, 1 GB RAM and 8 GB internal storage. The Core smartphone, its 5-inch sibling, comes with up to 2 GB RAM and 16 GB internal storage. ...

Codrut Nistor, 31 Aug 2017 22:45

The new Sony Xperia XZ1 in Moonlit Blue. (Source: Sony)

IFA 2017 | Sony Xperia XZ1 and XZ1 Compact now official and both get the SnapDragon 835 SoC

Sony have now made the XZ1 and XZ1 Compact official. Both feature Android 8.0 Oreo, SnapDragon 835 SoC, 4 GB RAM, and 19 MP Sony sensors. This means that despite the size reduction, the XZ1 Compact still contains flagship performa...

Craig Ward, 31 Aug 2017 16:15

The new Sport smartwatch and IconX earbuds are the latest additions the Samsung Gear device family. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung officially announces Gear Fit2 Pro, reveals Gear Sport and Gear IconX (2018)

The specs for Gear Fit2 Pro fitness band have already been leaked and Samsung only confirmed them with the official announcements, but it also revealed the new Gear Sport smartwatch and the wireless IconX (2018 model) earbuds.

Bogdan Solca, 31 Aug 2017 14:32

The LG V30 is arguably its most beautiful smartphone. (Source: LG)

IFA 2017 | LG V30 is now official after numerous leaks and teasers

The LG V30 has been made official at IFA. The 6-inch smartphone features a curved P-OLED display, a rear camera with a large F1.6 aperture and high-end audio features.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 31 Aug 2017 13:39

Xiaomi Mi MIX 2 teaser image reveals official launch date (Source: MIUI)

Xiaomi Mi MIX 2 to launch on September 11

Xiaomi has just confirmed that its Mi MIX 2 phablet will be unveiled on September 11 in Beijing. They did not reveal any specs except a "revolutionary 2.0 bezel-less display."

Codrut Nistor, 31 Aug 2017 13:15

Archos Diamond Tab (2017) Android tablet with Rockchip 3399 SoC

IFA 2017 | Archos unveils a new Diamond Tab slate

This new 10.1-inch Android tablet comes with a Rockchip 3399 processor, next to 4 GB RAM, 64 GB internal storage, and a generous battery that provides a capacity of no less than 6,600 mAh.

Codrut Nistor, 30 Aug 2017 23:55

Xiaomi Mi A1 leaked image spotted on Weibo, some details also surfaced

Xiaomi Mi A1 surfaces on Weibo

This handset is supposed to launch as the first Xiaomi smartphone with stock Android on board. The details are not available yet, but the leaked images reveal a Galaxy S8-like slim-bezel design.

Codrut Nistor, 30 Aug 2017 19:10

Micromax Canvas Plex Android Nougat tablet with Eros Now content

Micromax launches Canvas Plex in India

This 8-inch Android slate will arrive in India the day after tomorrow. Its highlights include DTS sound, Android Nougat, and a one-year subscription to the local online streaming service Eros Now.

Codrut Nistor, 30 Aug 2017 12:25

Google's ARCore aims to bring AR capabilities to all Android handsets. (Source: Google)

Google announces the availability of ARCore Augmented Reality SDK

Google has announced the availability of an early preview of the ARCore API for developers to create AR experiences for qualified Android devices. The initial preview is restricted to the Pixel phones and variants of the Samsung G...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 30 Aug 2017 11:55

Verizon is one the first US carriers to roll out the new Android Oreo OTA update. (Source: Verizon)

Verizon starts rolling out Android Oreo to Google Pixel handsets

Contrary to popular notion, Verizon has started to seed the Android Oreo update to Google Pixel phones on its network much before any other major US carrier has initiated the process.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 30 Aug 2017 09:30