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New photos of the Vivo X100s have appeared online. Not only do they show the X100s in some detail, but they also confirm various device features and specifications.

Both the POCO F6 and POCO F6 Pro are edging closer to being released. While Xiaomi has not publicly commented on the availability of either yet, the pair have now been revealed on Geekbench and NBTC databases.

It is now clear what Sony's next flagship smartphone will look like. Rumoured to be launching later this month with the Xperia 10 VI, the Xperia 1 VI will be available in three colour options with various changes from the current Xperia 1 V, including an upgraded telephoto camera and a 19.5:9 display.

The first photos of the Xperia 10 VI have surfaced online, courtesy of two reliable leakers. Sporting a modernised design that looks more like the Xperia 5 V than the Xperia 10 V, the Xperia 10 VI also only has two rear-facing cameras, among other changes.

Enthusiasts in the US can soon experience a smartphone powered by a high-end MediaTek Dimensity SoC. There’s no word about which chip or OEM it will be, but the device is slated to launch later this year.

CheckMag In 2019, Samsung consolidated its budget and mid-range product lines by merging them. However, the company has since introduced new Galaxy smartphone lines, reversing the simplification.

Samsung has kicked off its next wave of One UI 6.1 updates. Arriving first in its home market, the new update batch includes older flagships like the Galaxy S21 Ultra, as well as the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra.

Vivo has now released the V30e 5G, a large smartphone powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset. Vivo has equipped the V30e 5G with a 1,300-nit AMOLED display too, as well as twin 50 MP cameras and a 5,500 mAh battery in a housing thinner than most of its peers.

The Y38 5G is Vivo's latest mid-range smartphone, albeit another powered by a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset. Also sporting a 6,000 mAh battery, the Vivo Y38 5G utilises a 120 Hz IPS display and a 50 MP priamry camera too.

Fresh information about the Pixel 8a has surfaced online shortly before the device's release. Not only has Google's full product listing been revealed with the promise of '7 years of Feature Drops', but so has lower European pricing and a revised launch date.

Nothing has already rolled out ChatGPT integration on its first two phones. The latest Phone 2a is now getting the AI chatbot integration through the new Nothing OS 2.5.5a update. This update also brings camera optimizations, battery improvements, and many other changes.

Google is expected to debut the next version of Wear OS later this month during its I/O 2024 conference. In the meantime, one of its Wear OS OEMs has hinted that a 'new era' is on the horizon.

Honor has offered up the Magic6 RSR globally, which it sells in Agate Grey and Frozen Berry colour options. Available exclusively with 24 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage, the Porsche Design collaboration also contains a huge silicon carbon battery that can be recharged at suitably higher wattages.

The Galaxy F55 has broken cover again prior to its allegedly imminent launch. This time, it is depicted as a version of a smartphone already available in India, albeit one with a rear panel finished in vegan leather rather than glass. It also seems to have what seems to be Samsung's favorite new Qualcomm SoC for the mid-range market.

Vivo has augmented its V30 series of mid-range smartphones - just not in India as might be expected. Instead, the line's new SE 5G variant is destined for the Latin American market as its latest "Modern Design" smartphone. Its 120Hz display, attractive textured "Eco-Fiber Leather" finish and up-to-date SoC are contrasts to its budget internals.

OnePlus has announced a Mother's Day sale with deals such as $70 off its new premium mid-range flagship the 12R. The OEM's first-gen foldable smartphone has an even better discount in North America; meanwhile, the brand is hinting at an intriguing offer on the same device on the European market.

AnTuTu has published its latest performance lists, consisting of the top 10 flagship and mid-range phones that performed the best throughout April. Like last month, the Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 dominates the new flagship list. The first phone on the list with MediaTek Dimensity 9300, on the other hand, has the fifth spot. As for the mid-range list, Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 is still going strong.

According to a new report, Google will not be bringing any charging upgrades to its Pixel 7a successor. While the Pixel 8a was rumoured to support up to 27 W wired charging, it is now said to be topping out at 18 W 'fast' wired charging instead.

Google has now entered the launch month for the Pixel 8a, its final Pixel 8 release, before introducing up to four Pixel 9 smartphones this autumn. Reportedly, the Pixel 8a will cost even more than previously expected in Europe, unlike in North America. Google is said to be sweetening the deal with early launch discounts, though.

Vivo has begun teasing the release of the X100s and X100 Ultra, which it refers to as 'upcoming new X series products'. Likely arriving later this month sporting its new 'BlueImage' imaging engine, the pair can already be seen in a leaked render image that also contains a few camera clues about both devices.

Except the Pura 70 Ultra, Huawei Pura 70 smartphones are almost entirely made up of parts manufactured by Chinese firms according to a teardown analysis of the phones. Huawei’s Chinese supply chain for its flagship P70 series includes firms like OFILM, HNLens Technology, BOE, etc. With the company coming close to achieving full local production, it would be safe to say that Huawei has largely shrugged off the effects of the US sanctions.

According to a new report, Xiaomi has created a fourth Xiaomi 14 series model after the Xiaomi 14, Xiaomi 14 Pro and Xiaomi 14 Ultra. Rather than arriving as the Xiaomi 14 Lite or Xiaomi 14 CIVI, the device is now rumoured to be arriving as the Xiaomi 14 SE instead.

Doogee has introduced a new tablet running Android 14 with Widevine L1 certification. The Doogee T30SE also supports optional pen and keyboard accessories, as well as dual SIM connectivity and microSD card expansion.

The latest version of the ESR Magnetic Wireless Car Charger is backed to keep new (or upcoming) Android smartphones as stable while driving as a MagSafe-capable iPhone would be thanks to an upgrade to cutting-edge Qi2 charging technology. The accessory is rated to work just as fast as many wireless chargers for the home, and currently has a doubly discounted price on Amazon.

A Bilibili user has benchmarked what is almost certainly an early Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 reference device. It shows off some preliminary performance figures and most importantly, the CPU core layout and clock speeds.

A X user has revealed how three generations of Exynos SoCs look like via detailed die shots. The Exynos 2100, Exynos 2200 and Exynos 2400 are radically different, indicating Samsung was constantly trying new designs to see what works best.

Xiaomi has released another limited edition version of the Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G. Arriving as the World Champions Edition, the new model contains a limited edition design, plus UI changes and accessories that are not available with any other Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G configurations.

Google is on the verge of introducing the Pixel 8a, an exciting mid-range smartphone that will arrive with the same Tensor G3 chipset as the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. Despite containing numerous other upgrades over the Pixel 7a, such as a 120 Hz OLED display, it seems that Google plans to price the Pixel 8a more aggressively than previous rumours claimed.

The MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ will be unveiled on May 7 at the company's MediaTek Dimensity Developer Conference. It is slated to power smartphones such as the Vivo X100s and Redmi K70 Ultra.

The Poco F6 has now made its first appearance on Geekbench, delivering performance above the pay grade of other Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 phones. The Poco F5's successor is tipped to launch globally imminently, before heading over to India shortly after.

Samsung is finally rumoured to be moving on from the 50 MP camera it has used in its regular and 'Plus' sized flagships, starting in 2025. However, the same is not expected to be true of the successor to the Galaxy S24 Ultra, which could see another return of Samsung's 200 MP and 1/1.3-inch main sensor.

Blackview has confirmed all key specifications for the Hero 10, its first foldable smartphone. Rumoured to be the world's cheapest foldable when it launches globally, the Blackview Hero 10 also has a 108 MP primary camera and supports 45 W wired charging, among other features.

The HMD Pulse series phones are the very first smartphones from the company that comes with its name. While they are good entry-level devices for those who prioritize repairability, the marketing posters of Pulse and Pulse+ were misleading. They showcased a thin bezel on all four corners. But they actually have a thin chin, for which the company’s chief marketing officer has apologized.

Google's current flagship AI features for mobile device cameras include the removal of unwanted objects from photos and moving others into better positions. The next big thing is projected to help the user repair or restore images in new and generative ways. Then again, it may have the same drawbacks as the current iteration of Magic Editor.

OnePlus' next multi-region smartphone is projected to land with some of the highest-end specs the OEM can offer right now at a mid-tier price. Now, the Nord 4 is believed to have appeared on Geekbench, in a leak that might put a spotlight on its internals on its launch. Should it prove accurate, it also gives a good idea of how the smartphone will look and charge.

Nothing Phone 2a just got a new colorway, Blue. But it’s an exclusive color and will only be available in India. The day-one starting price with promo discounts applied is INR 19,999, which is around $239. It will be available to purchase from May 2 on Flipkart.

MediaTek may have a winner with the Dimensity 9400 as the company's “internal testing progress is good”. The SoC is rumored to have a more impressive IPC than the competition. The latest leak also reiterates the Dimensity 9400 to be based on CPU designs from ARM.

According to new reports, Samsung is pushing ahead with a twin chipset strategy for this year's Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6 releases. Contrary to previous expectations, the second chipset could actually be the Exynos 2400, an alternative to Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus in some markets.

HTC has something new to add to its U series of Android smartphones, according to a new leak. It might have some decent internals to drive an up-to-date OS, an on-trend Qualcomm processor included. It is tipped to succeed a device with an AMOLED display and an AR/VR tie-in.

The Fan Edition (or FE) version of Samsung's current flagship Android smartphone is believed to return by popular demand in 2024. Now, more alleged evidence of its existence has come to light. The new tip purports to specify some regions in which the S24 FE will be available.

Oukitel has now revealed that its latest smartphone has the same screen size, SoC and ingress-protection features as Samsung's own newest rugged handset. Then again, the WP35 has a significantly larger battery, has more RAM and also more cameras. The OEM is busy teasing its world premiere with a mystery special offer.

Nothing OS 2.5.5 recently rolled out for Nothing Phone 2, through which the company brought ChatGPT integration to its top performer. Now, the update is rolling out to the brand’s first phone, the Phone 1, which also brings the AI assistant integration.

Geekbench and AnTutu scores of the upcoming MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ have emerged online. The SoC outperforms the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in both tests by a narrow margin. It is slated to debut alongside the Vivo X100s Pro in the coming weeks.

The Nothing Phone (2a) may be one of the most interesting-looking Android smartphones in the ~$500 bracket, even with limited color options. However, a new one might be on the horizon with an imminent release. However, this "New Edition" event comes with some caveats.

Sony is one of the last Android OEMs to update its flagship product stack to the Snapdragon Gen 3 platform. New accessory releases suggest that the Xperia 1 VI is on the horizon with the Xperia 10 VI though, and potentially with more design changes than previous rumours suggested.

Honor has unveiled a new tablet, the Honor Pad 9 Pro, which ranks above the already well-known Honor Pad 9 and features a faster processor and display as well as a larger battery, among other things.