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Maze Alpha Android phablet with 6 GB RAM announced for August 28 (Source: Phablist)

Maze Alpha with 6 GB RAM coming later this month

Maze Mobile has just confirmed that the 6-inch Alpha phablet with 6 GB RAM is on its way and will go on sale on August 28 "at a killer price" that has not been disclosed yet, but we expect it to be around the US$200 mark.

Codrut Nistor, 17 Aug 2017 17:20

The upcoming Apple Watch Series 3 comes with built-in LTE but only for VoIP. (Source: MacRumors)

The Apple Watch Series 3 could do VoIP instead of direct phone calls

KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo seems to suggest that the upcoming Apple Watch Series 3 might support VoIP instead of traditional phone calls, possibly to avoid user experience issues and also due to the lack of internal space...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 17 Aug 2017 16:29

The Asus ZenFone 4 launch brings six models in tow. (Source: Asus)

Asus ZenFone 4 series launches with six models in tow

Asus has officially revealed the new ZenFone 4 range, featuring six distinct models. The Taiwanese company seems determined to get a slice of the dominant Android smartphone niches with phones focused variously on performance, sel...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 17 Aug 2017 14:40

The Movado Connect is a premium smartwatch running Android Wear 2.0.

Movado Connect Android Wear smartwatch goes on sale U.S.

First announced several months ago, the Movado Connect is now on sale in the United States from $595. The device is targeted at fans of the Swiss watchmaker's premium analog watches and is priced accordingly. It is differentiated ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 17 Aug 2017 13:15

Nokia 8 now official

Thanks to the new "Bothie" feature, Nokia 8's selfies can show both sides of the story. The specs are top-tier, including a dual-camera setup with Zeiss optics, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB internal storage...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Aug 2017 09:30

The Meizu Pro 7 launched with MediaTek's Helio X30 flagship a few weeks ago. (Source: Android Authority)

Helio P23 and Helio P30 billed for August 29 launch

Taiwanese manufacturer MediaTek have sent out invites for an event scheduled for August 29, one where they are expected to announce the release of two new mid-range SoCs—the Helio P23 and P30.

Ricci Rox, 17 Aug 2017 09:05

The Redmi 4A was released in November last year. (Source: Gadgets Now)

Redmi Note 5A hits TENAA

The Redmi Note 5A has been spotted on TENAA, and the listed specifications are quite unimpressive, as they represent a step backward. A 5.5" 720p display, 3000mAh battery, and Snapdragon 425 is, well, underwhelming.

Ricci Rox, 17 Aug 2017 08:07

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 on AnTuTu alleged specs surface online, GFXBench also reveals Galaxy Note 8 specs

Galaxy Note 8 surfaces on AnTuTu and GFXBench

This long-awaited phablet that is expected to show up next week surfaced online with a both Qualcomm and Samsung processors on board, next to 6 GB RAM, 64 GB internal storage, and a 12 MP main camera.

Codrut Nistor, 16 Aug 2017 19:30

The original Sony Xperia XZ from 2016. (Source: Sony)

Sony Xperia XZ1 images surface showing design and specifications

Photos of what is allegedly the Sony Xperia XZ1 have appeared on a Turkish website, showing a recognizable Xperia handset with a few tweaks to the design. The packaging screen protector was still on in the photo showing many of th...

Craig Ward, 16 Aug 2017 16:48

The much anticipated Essential Phone PH-1 will be customer hands next week. (Source: Essential)

Essential Phone customers receive advice that their phones are finally ready to ship

Customers who have placed orders for the Essential Phone PH-1 have started receiving notifications from Essential that their devices are ready to ship following receipt of final payment. The smartphone is the brainchild of Android...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 16 Aug 2017 11:14

Meizu M6 Note launch flyer, phone might feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor

Meizu M6 Note might use a Snapdragon processor

Although its predecessor used a MediaTek processor and most rumors mentioned the M6 Note would use a chip from the same manufacturer, Meizu's head of global marketing mentioned that this handset might come with a surprise in this ...

Codrut Nistor, 15 Aug 2017 21:55

Asus ZenFone 4 Pro specs leak online

The latest leak concerning this 5.5-inch handset that is expected to show up later this week reveals 6 GB RAM, 64 GB internal storage, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, a dual-camera setup, as well as Android 7.1 Nougat.

Codrut Nistor, 15 Aug 2017 16:55

Andy Rubin seems to have investors in the palm of his hand. (Source: Essential)

Andy Rubin’s Essential is now a unicorn valued at $1.2B, despite flagship PH-1 smartphone well overdue

Andy Rubin's Essential has officially become a tech unicorn, cresting the US$1 Billion mark — even though its flagship handset, the PH-1, being late to market by over a month and a half.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 15 Aug 2017 14:24

Saygus V Squared Android phone might finally launch in 2017

Saygus V Squared hits FCC

After countless delays, the crowdfunded Saygus V Squared handset was labeled by everyone as vaporware, but this might have been wrong. The phone has apparently cleared the FCC and might finally reach the market.

Codrut Nistor, 15 Aug 2017 11:15

The Z2 Force was released in July. (Source: Lenovo)

Jelly scrolling effect spotted on the Moto Z2 Force

The Moto Z2 Force, Motorola's flagship, has been spotted displaying the same jelly scrolling effect that was seen on the OnePlus 5. It's been a good year of drama for flagships.

Ricci Rox, 14 Aug 2017 20:40

ZTE Blade Z Max Android phablet hits MetroPCS on August 28

ZTE Blade Z Max hits MetroPCS later this month

This 6-inch phablet features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 processor, 2 GB RAM, 32 GB internal storage, runs Android 7.1.1 Nougat, and is expected to retail for a no-contract price of only US$129.

Codrut Nistor, 14 Aug 2017 18:05

The Microsoft HoloLens is all set for an amalgamation of AI and mixed reality in version 2.0 (Source: AnandTech)

Intel to retire the Microsoft HoloLens CPU soon

Intel has announced that it will be retiring the Atom x5-Z8100P, the CPU used in the Microsoft HoloLens, by end of October this year. With Microsoft likely being the only customer using this SoC, it could have very well been the E...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 14 Aug 2017 14:44

Nokia 5 Android smartphone coming to India on August 15 via offline retail channels

Nokia 5 to hit India tomorrow

This affordable handset made by HMD Global is expected to hit top mobile retail stores in India at a recommended price equivalent with less than US$200. At launch, only the matte black color option would be available, with three m...

Codrut Nistor, 14 Aug 2017 14:35

Panasonic Eluga A3 Android smartphone with MediaTek MT6737 now available in India

Panasonic Eluga A3 and A3 Pro now available in India

These two 5.2-inch handsets come with MediaTek processors, 3 GB RAM, 16 GB or 32 GB internal storage, 13 MP main cameras, Android 7.0 Nougat, and can be acquired for up to US$200 in Mocha Gold, Gold, or Gray.

Codrut Nistor, 14 Aug 2017 12:30

The Note 8 could be available immediately following its announcement. (Source: GSMArena)

The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 could launch as early as August 24 in the US

The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is all set for an official unveiling on August 23 but if word on the street is to go by, the device could land up in shelves as early as the next day, at least in the US.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 14 Aug 2017 11:42

The Redmi Note 4 was released in January. (Source: Geekbuying)

Redmi Note 4 explodes, owner injured

Another Redmi Note 4 has blown up, this time leaving burns on the user's thighs. The owner was riding his bike when the device combusted, in an event eerily reminiscent of the Galaxy Note 7 fiasco.

Ricci Rox, 14 Aug 2017 08:51

The OnePlus 5 was released last month but the recent events have dampened public perception of the company. (Source: GSMArena)

Android O to be last major OS update for the OnePlus 3/3T

The OnePlus 3T was released in November last year but will not be getting any major OS updates after Android O. O is expected to be released within the next few weeks.

Ricci Rox, 13 Aug 2017 22:03

The X4 is expected to retail with a price tag in the region of US$410. (Source: GSMArena)

Final details of the Moto X4 revealed, Snapdragon 660 a no-show

Final details of the Moto X4 have been released and we can't help but be disappointed by Moto's choice of the Snapdragon 630 over the Snapdragon 660. That, and the downgrade to a 3000mAh battery makes this a less enticing buy than...

Ricci Rox, 13 Aug 2017 09:54

Huawei Honor 9 in Robin Blue finish and 6 GB RAM now available

Huawei Honor 9 now available in Robin Blue

This special variant of the Huawei Honor 9 handset comes with 6 GB RAM like the Honor 9 Premium, but only features 64 GB storage space like the standard model. Sadly, the Honor 9 is not officially available in the US yet.

Codrut Nistor, 12 Aug 2017 21:05

UMIDIGI S2 Pro announced - Images released

The S2 Pro has been announced by UMIDIGI and it shows a marked improvement over previous devices in the series. It features a 5.99" 18:9 display, a Helio P25, 6 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage, and a 5100mAh battery.

Ricci Rox, 12 Aug 2017 19:32

The original Pixel will receive an upgrade to Android O. (Source: Google)

Android O tipped to arrive August 21

Google's Android O remains on schedule for an August 21 release despite recent rumors suggesting that it might be delayed, according to Evan Blass.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 12 Aug 2017 06:07

HTC U11 Ocean Android mid-ranger to launch later this year

HTC U11 Life coming to T-Mobile later this year

At the end of a long stream of HTC Ocean Life-related rumors, we find out that this mid-range handset is going to hit the market later this year as HTC U11 Life, but this has not been confirmed officially yet, either.

Codrut Nistor, 11 Aug 2017 23:55

Moto Z2 Force Android smartphone to hit China with 6 GB RAM and 128 GB internal storage

Moto Z2 Force with 6 GB RAM hits TENAA

While the US market only got a model with 4 GB RAM and 64 GB internal storage, it looks like China is on its way to a Moto Z2 Force with 6 GB RAM and 128 GB internal storage, but with a slightly lower battery capacity.

Codrut Nistor, 11 Aug 2017 22:30

Nintendo Switch with removable Joycon controllers. (Source: Nintendo)

Nintendo sued over joycon controller design, meanwhile NVIDIA says Nintendo are "innovators"

NVIDIA has praised Nintendo for being innovators and risk takers for their successful Switch console. Meanwhile, Nintendo is facing a lawsuit from Gamevice, who claim that the detachable controller design of the switch infringes o...

Craig Ward, 11 Aug 2017 19:52

The Redmi Note 4 was released in January 2017. (Source: Gearbest)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 gets Nougat update

The Redmi Note 4 was released in January and has finally received a Nougat update. It's nice of Xiaomi to keep users of budget devices in mind but considering Android O will launch within the next few weeks, this is still rather d...

Ricci Rox, 11 Aug 2017 11:07

Asus ZenFone 4 Selfie Android smartphone surfaces online before official launch

Three Asus ZenFone 4 handsets surface online

Although these new models have not been announced yet, the product listing pages for the ZenFone 4, ZenFone 4 Selfie, and ZenFone 4 Selfie Pro went live on Asus France's official website.

Codrut Nistor, 10 Aug 2017 21:40

Maze Comet teaser reveals a metal and leather case, octa-core MediaTek processor, and more

Maze Comet coming in September

Not long after the attractive low-cost Blade and the (more or less) bezel-less Alpha, Chinese startup Maze Mobile promises to come up with a 5.7-inch handset made using leather and metal that reminds us of Vertu's latest luxury ph...

Codrut Nistor, 10 Aug 2017 19:55

BlackBerry KEYone Black Edition Android flagship availability to improve

BlackBerry KEYone Black Edition coming soon to new markets

This handset with more storage and memory than the regular KEYone arrived as an exclusive edition for India, and now a teaser for IFA 2017 suggests that more markets would follow this fall.

Codrut Nistor, 10 Aug 2017 17:05

Oppo R11 FC Barcelona limited edition smartphone launches in China mid-August 2017

Oppo R11 FC Barcelona edition to hit China next week

This limited edition football-themed Android smartphone will be available starting on August 18 for a price of around US$522. Unfortunately, there is no information about its release in other countries for now.

Codrut Nistor, 10 Aug 2017 16:02

T-Mobile REVVL Android smartphone now available

T-Mobile REVVL now official

This US$125 handset runs Android Nougat and features a 5.5-inch HD display, 2 GB RAM, 32 GB internal storage, a fingerprint reader, as well as a 3,000 mAh battery and quite average cameras that use 5 MP and 13 MP sensors.

Codrut Nistor, 10 Aug 2017 12:35

Gionee A1 Lite Android smartphone now available in India

Gionee A1 Lite launches in India

This 5.3-inch affordable handset with a 20 MP front camera and a MediaTek MT6753V processor under the hood can be acquired in India starting today for around US$234. The only two color choices available are gold and black.

Codrut Nistor, 10 Aug 2017 11:10

The leaked render depicts an almost 100% screen-to-body ratio for the Mi MIX 2. (Source: Weibo)

Xiaomi Mi MIX 2 gets leaked all-screen front render

The leaked render presents the Xiaomi Mi MIX 2 as an almost bezel-less smartphone that integrates a piezoelectric speaker, but does away with the front camera. The new model is thinner and is expected to hit the Chinese market thi...

Bogdan Solca, 10 Aug 2017 10:33

Lenovo K8 Note launch event, sales begin August 18

Lenovo K8 Note launches in India

This Lenovo handset comes with a MediaTek Helio X23 processor and runs pure Android 7.1.1 Nougat, leaving aside the company's custom interface recently known as Vibe Pure and introduced as Vibe a few years ago.

Codrut Nistor, 09 Aug 2017 18:35

Even the HP Elite X3 might not get OS feature updates going forward. (Source: AAWP)

"We'll explain things when we're ready", says a Microsoft rep about Windows 10 Mobile

In a rather reticent tweet, Microsoft's Brandon LeBlanc has tweeted that the company is not yet ready to go public with plans regarding the future of the ill-fated Windows 10 Mobile. For fans of the platform however, it has opened...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 09 Aug 2017 16:55

One cent less but those are just semantics, really. (Source: Gizmochina)

The Blackview A7 brings dual rear cameras to town for less than $40

The Blackview A7 is without a doubt the cheapest smartphone to feature dual rear cameras. Less than 40 bucks for such a device is a pretty good deal, though it must be said that dual rear sensors don't imply better camera performa...

Ricci Rox, 09 Aug 2017 16:00

The M5 Note was released in December last year. (Source: GSMArena)

Meizu M6 Note with dual rear cameras to launch on August 23

The Meizu M6 Note is Meizu's mid-range offering for the year, and it looks to be an impressive offering for the price touted, with a sheet of features including MediaTek's Helio P25, a metal unibody, and a 4000mAh battery.

Ricci Rox, 09 Aug 2017 15:21

HTC U11 Android flagship to get 60 fps video shooting capabilities soon

HTC U11 to get 60 fps video recording

HTC has just confirmed on Twitter that its flagship device would get 60 fps video recording support "over the next couple of months" but failed to come up with a launch date for the software update that would deliver this feature.

Codrut Nistor, 09 Aug 2017 12:10

Sharp Aquos S2 Android smartphone with bezel-less display now available in China

Sharp Aquos S2 hits China

Japanese brand Sharp has been releasing bezel-less handsets since 2014, and now the new Aquos S2 is available in China as promised. The price of this Qualcomm Snapdragon 630-powered phone is around US$370.

Codrut Nistor, 09 Aug 2017 08:05

A case manufactuers render showing what is claimed to be the iPhone 8 with an all-screen design. (Source: Evan Blass)

New iPhone 8 case render adds support to all-screen design

A render made by a case manufacturer showing an iPhone in their rugged case appears to show the iPhone 8 will have an all-screen design and an on-screen button. The location of the fingerprint scanner isn't shown, but it could be ...

Craig Ward, 08 Aug 2017 15:22

LG GPad X2 8.0 Plus Android tablet spotted online, launch is imminent

LG GPad X2 8.0 Plus leaks online

Although this 8-inch tablet is not official yet, a T-Mobile support page for it is already live. This page reveals the following specs and features: a 1.4 GHz octa-core processor, 2 GB RAM, 32 GB storage, Android 7.0, as well as a...

Codrut Nistor, 08 Aug 2017 10:35

LG X Venture rugged Android handset now available unlocked in the US

Unlocked LG X Venture hits the US market

This 5.2-inch rugged handset powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 processor that was initially available as an AT&T exclusive is finally available unlocked from Amazon, carrying a price tag of US$297.05.

Codrut Nistor, 08 Aug 2017 08:35

The HP Elite X3 is currently the highest-end smartphone running Windows 10 Mobile. (Image source: HP)

Windows may be moving to a unified mobile/desktop OS

According to rumors, Microsoft may soon be killing of development of Windows 10 Mobile in favor of pursuing a unified operating system that more closely ties development and features of the desktop version of Windows to a retooled...

Sam Medley, 08 Aug 2017 00:01