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A South Korean media outlet talks about Samsung's SoC strategy with the Galaxy S26 series. It will follow the same pattern observed last year with the Galaxy S24.

Realme's next Android smartphone is now touted to land as the ultimate flagship killer - not to mention the ultimate Nothing Phone killer, based on initial glimpses of its new and "imagination-defying" design. Its transparent new teasers hint at a compact form-factor that showcases a combination of unique textures, patterns and details, one of which is a strong indicator of a popular hardware feature.

A new leak shows off what the Realme GT 7T could have in store. It features a MediaTek SoC, a 50 MP rear camera and a large battery that supports 120 Watt fast charging.

Meizu has announced that it is back on the global scene with the new Note 22 series. The smartphones have arrived alongside Mblu 22 models with starting prices estimated at just $79. The handsets have been showcased alongside the latest StarV View AR Glasses and second-gen StarV Ring.

The "Xiaomi 16" series is all but confirmed to run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 SoC by Qualcomm itself. The chip designer has announced that the prominent electronics OEM will continue to release premium smartphones and smartwatches with its silicon "for years to come". Xiaomi's next-gen routers, earbuds and even its cars are also likely to have Snapdragon platforms.

At its Computex 2025 keynote, MediaTek said it is actively developing a 2 nm chip, which will tape-out later this year. It is very likely the next-gen Dimensity 9600 for high-end smartphones.

The mystery around the Lenovo Yoga Pad Pro 14.5's SoC has finally been solved. A Geekbench listing confirms it uses the company's self-developed SS1101 chip.

The Neo10 Pro+ is thought to launch as iQoo's next Android smartphone with the brand's fastest 120W charging. It is now also slated to have the brand's latest high-capacity battery. The Neo10 Pro+ is also backed to launch with high-performance specs that include Qualcomm's top-of-the-line Snapdragon 8 Elite processor.

The up-to-date compact Android smartphone form factor is coming to the sub-flagship tier in the form of the Vivo S30 Pro Mini, according to the latest leaks. The device looks somewhat like the OnePlus 13s in its new alleged renders. Its display is also now projected to have some premium specs, while others fall behind somewhat.

The Poco M7 Pro is an affordable entry-level phone that scores highly in our review with a solid range of features. In addition to its strong performance, the Poco phone's update support also makes it a contender for those looking for a decent smartphone without the gimmicks of an expensive model.

Qualcomm has revealed the dates for its next Snapdragon Summit. It will take place in late September, and smartphones powered by the SoC are expected to surface in October.

Realme's next Android smartphone is now predicted to land as a challenger to the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro, with the name to match. The "Neo7 Turbo" is backed to have the newer MediaTek Dimensity 9400e chipset necessary to take the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 on, as well as faster charging than its putative Redmi rival.

Xiaomi has just opened reservations for its latest Civi-series flagship. The OEM has also confirmed all of the smartphone's main specs and features, its inaugural Leica Night God Selfie Camera included. The high-res 50MP shooter is touted to deliver improved low-light performance in 4K and at 60fps.

Oukitel touts the WP300 as the first device to ship as a smartphone, a fitness tracker, a wireless headset and a camping light all in one thanks to its "world-first" modular nature. It can also act as a wired power bank thanks to its huge 16,000mAh battery. The OEM has now announced when and where it will launch with an up to 33% discount.

Qualcomm's newest smartphone SoC, the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, has just shown up on Geekbench. It outperforms its last-gen counterpart by up to 32%.

The Samsung Galaxy A26 5G scored very well in our review with solid overall performance, which is primarily due to its strong mid-range specs. Minor flaws are to be expected, but there's hardly anything to complain about in terms of everyday performance.

8849's latest, outdoor adventure-friendly smartphone features have now been ported to the tablet form-factor in the new Tank Pad - a 100-lumen projector and a generous rear-mounted camping lamp included. The device's ~11-inch display has an up-to-date 120Hz refresh rate and reasonable mid-range MediaTek silicon - although other aspects of its UX are already falling behind.

A new Geekbench listing effectively confirms which SoC the Galaxy S25 FE will launch with. It's the same chip that powered the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24+ variants globally.

The Galaxy S23 series of premium smartphones is now 2 years out of date; however, Samsung is already working on a major software update for the line, according to a new leak. It asserts that devices from the range have been spotted running an upcoming version of the OEM's One UI based on Android 16.

Qualcomm has officially shown off the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, a 4 nm chip that offers up to a 65% faster NPU, 30% faster CPU and 27% faster CPU. It will debut it the coming weeks alongside smartphones from Honor.

MediaTek asserts that its latest chipset for fixed wireless access (FWA) or mobile broadband equipment can support upload speeds of up to 2.8 gigabits per second (Gb/s) over sub-6GHz 5G it does connect with. The T930 also boasts multiple "world-first" technologies such as 8Rx for up to 40% stronger signals compared to the previous generation, and might be compatible with Wi-Fi 8 devices as well as those with Wi-Fi 7.

The iQoo Neo10 Pro+ is backed to launch as the most powerful flagship killer among the next round of upcoming Android smartphones, not the least because it is tipped to have the same silicon as its targets. Now, a new leak purports to confirm other high-performance specs for the allegedly impending device.

The Vivo S30 series of Android smartphones is thought to have two variants, the smaller of which is thought to be the more premium. The "Pro Mini" is also now believed to debut with updated (yet sub-flagship) MediaTek silicon and the same kind of zoom lens as the flagship X200 Pro Mini.

Meizu has announced the Note 16 series smartphones in China. The company’s new midrange Note 16 series consists of the base Note 16 and the top-end Note 16 Pro variant. The Pro variant features a 144 Hz AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor, a 50 MP primary camera, and a 6,200 mAh battery.

Samsung has finally shown off the Galaxy S25 Edge after first teasing at Galaxy Unpacked. The phone is essentially a thinner S25+ with one fewer camera sensor and a lower capacity battery.

Samsung's first Fan Edition foldable, the Galaxy Z Flip FE, has shown up on Geekbench. The listing confirms it will run a last-gen Exynos 2400 and its base variant will be limited to 8 GB of RAM.

Xiaomi's upcoming affordable flagship, the Civi 5 Pro, has shown up on Geekbench. It features a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 from Qualcomm, 16 GB RAM and runs Android 15.

Samsung's next flagship foldable Android smartphone is now rumored to be bigger when opened than the existing Galaxy Z Fold6 or its special editions. The Fold7's screen real estate is also thought to seem even more generous thanks to extra-slim display bezels, which might be cut virtually in half compared to their forebears.

The Neo10 Pro Plus (or Pro+) is thought to debut as a premium mid-range Android smartphone despite its top-end Qualcomm silicon. Nevertheless, it is also now backed to launch with an AMOLED display ready to take on the best panels in the industry. The Neo10 Pro+ is also now thought to have a new colorway inspired by the sponsor for iQoo's current flagship.

Honor has officially confirmed that it will release mid-range Android smartphones called the 400 Series later in May 2025. The new "Portrait Master" devices are to be launched internationally, although there will apparently be a variant exclusive to the Chinese market, possibly one with the best specs available to the line.

Vivo has introduced its latest Y300 GT smartphone in China. Vivo’s new mid-range smartphone boasts similar features to the iQoo Z10 Turbo, including a FHD+ 144 Hz display, a 50 MP Sony LYT-600 main camera, a MediaTek Dimensity 8400 processor, and a large 7,620 mAh battery that supports 90 W fast charging. The device is now on sale in China via Vivo’s online store.

Lenovo's upcoming Yoga Pad Pro 14.5 tablet could launch with its first-ever self-developed SoC. It is called SS1101, and it packs a 10-core CPU and an Arm Immortalis GPU.

One of our most reliable sources told us Samsung might use MediaTek's Dimensity 9400 for the Galaxy S25 FE. While the Exynos 2400e remains its first choice, the MediaTek SoC could be used if Samsung Foundry is unable to make enough Exynos chips in time.

The Razr Ultra 2025 is Motorola's most premium clamshell foldable Android smartphone to date, not least because of its top-end, full-fat Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset from Qualcomm. It is also the most expensive member of its series now that its pre-orders have begun, which is why it might be best to go direct to the OEM if you want to pre-order it.

The Neo10 Pro Plus (or Pro+) is thought to launch as iQoo's second Android smartphone with the top-end Snapdragon 8 Elite processor - and can prove it, according to a new benchmarking leak. It is also believed to have the same class-leading wired charging tech as the brand's current flagship, but with an even bigger battery. The Neo10 Pro+ might also make strategic compromises to land at a more attractive price-point.

Evan Blass has revealed everything one needs to know about the Moto G86. It brings forth some notable improvements, such as a faster Dimensity 7300 SoC and a 1.5K pOLED screen.

Oppo's latest Android smartphone teasers have a "Three Wishes" theme, seemingly because a single Reno14-series smartphone is now backed to consolidate popular camera trends normally associated with three separate devices. One is an up-to-date iPhone, while another is DJI's latest dedicated vlogging camera.

OnePlus is thought to launch a new Android smartphone that is thought to reign Supreme over all other member of its Ace 5 series in a number of ways. They include more premium in-display biometrics and build quality in addition to updated haptics, according to a new leak. The device is also tipped to break a potentially crucial record for the OEM's 100W SuperVOOC smartphones.

Realme has now announced its intention to unleash new GT-series of Android smartphones on the Indian market. They are both thought to have powerful MediaTek Dimensity processors, although that of the 7T might be less premium than that of the flagship GT 7. However, those hoping for the most cutting-edge silicon both companies can provide might be disappointed.

The Honor 400 Pro is thought to launch with what would have been top-end silicon in 2023. The "Snapdragon 8 Gen 3" will not be as fast as it could be in the new Android smartphone, according to a new leak. The upcoming mid-ranger might have other advantages, however.

Samsung is offering visitors to Brussels in Belgium a unique opportunity to view and capture that city's skyline for free. The event is being held in conjunction with the OEM's latest line of flagship Android smartphones and its Galaxy AI features, and is in effect for just a few days during May 2025.

The Reno14 is an allegedly upcoming premium mid-range Android smartphone with iPhone-like esthetics and 50MP rear cameras. Now, Oppo has equipped it with updated silicon from MediaTek, according to a new leak. It is also thought to come with at least one 50MP rear camera and Android 15.

The Honor 400 is tipped to become a new Android smartphone with a relatively compact form-factor soon. Now, a new leak purports to outline just how much shorter than its predecessor will be. It also asserts that the device will come in two colors, which is not the only underwhelming thing about the new tip.

It's certainly commendable that Samsung wants to make its high-end tablets more affordable for users with a tighter budget. But is that truly the purpose of the Galaxy Tab S10 Fan Edition? Check out our review results and find out why we have some doubts.

Vivo has introduced a new Vivo Y19 5G smartphone in India. The company’s new affordable 5G smartphone comes with a 90 Hz LCD display, a 13 MP primary camera, a Dimensity 6300 processor, and a 5,500 mAh battery that supports only 15 W wired charging. It’s now available via Vivo’s online store.