Acer Iconia Talk S debuts in TaiwanThis 7-inch slate is powered by a MediaTek processor, next to 2 GB RAM and 32 GB storage, runs Android Marshmallow, and retails for less than $240 USD.Codrut Nistor, 03 Oct 2016 16:25
89% Lenovo Moto Z Smartphone ReviewMoto-mania. Not only does Lenovo's new flagship Moto Z feature high-end technology, it also aims to attract customers with its modular expandability and extremely slim design. Does the concept work in practice or are there even any drawbacks such as reduced battery runtimes?Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 | Qualcomm Adreno 530 | 5.50" | 136 gAndreas Kilian, 01 Oct 2016 09:32
Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) debuts in KoreaThis 5.7-inch phablet hits South Korea via SK Telecom, powered by a Samsung Exynos 7420 SoC and priced at roughly $590 USD.Codrut Nistor, 30 Sep 2016 22:55
HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle debuts in IndiaThis 5.5-inch handset is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor, next to 3 GB RAM and 32 GB internal storage, all with Android Marshmallow with HTC Sense UI on top.Codrut Nistor, 30 Sep 2016 19:50
87% Honor 8 Smartphone ReviewBlue marvel. The Honor 8 comes to us in an appealing 2.5D-glass casing and classy colors. But is a stylish casing and dual-camera enough to convince buyers in the highly competitive mid-range? We will find out in our test.HiSilicon Kirin 950 | ARM Mali-T880 MP4 | 5.20" | 153 gFlorian Wimmer, 30 Sep 2016 18:08
Lenovo Tab3 8 Plus leaks onlineThis tablet is expected to come in both 32 GB and 64 GB versions, both powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 SoC, next to 3 GB of memory.Codrut Nistor, 30 Sep 2016 16:55
Huawei Honor 6X coming next monthThis 5.5-inch handset is expected to hit the market next month, featuring dual cameras and a fingerprint scanner, as well as mid-range specs overall.Codrut Nistor, 27 Sep 2016 22:55
Xiaomi Mi 5s & Mi 5s Plus now officialThese 5.2-inch and 5.7-inch handsets are both powered by the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 chip, and will soon hit the Chinese market.Codrut Nistor, 27 Sep 2016 22:00
Samsung Galaxy On8 launches in IndiaThis 5.5-inch, Exynos 7580-powered handset will go on sale via Flipkart starting October 2 and carries a price tag of roughly $240 USD.Codrut Nistor, 27 Sep 2016 20:00
Huawei H smartphone launches in South KoreaThis new 5.5-inch handset powered by a Snapdragon 617 processor and a 3,000 mAh battery launches exclusively via LG Uplus on September 29.Codrut Nistor, 27 Sep 2016 15:55
Alcatel unveils Pixi 4 Plus Power smartphoneThis handset has no price and launch date yet, but it is obviously a low-end handset with just 1 GB RAM and 8 GB storage, but features an impressive 5,000 mAh battery.Codrut Nistor, 27 Sep 2016 13:50
Samsung Galaxy On7 (2016) launches in ChinaThis 5.5-inch handset launches in China for around $240 USD. It is powered by a Snapdragon 625 processor and comes loaded with Android 7.0 Nougat out-of-the-box.Codrut Nistor, 26 Sep 2016 21:20
Samsung Galaxy S8 might use the Exynos 8895 SoCA set of leaked documents reveals that the next-gen Galaxy S flagship uses a 10 nm Exynos SoC that integrates a Mali-G71 GPU.Codrut Nistor, 26 Sep 2016 14:40
Samsung Galaxy C9 hits GeekbenchStill using Android Marshmallow, this 6-inch handset has been spotted with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 under the hood, next to 6 GB of memory.Codrut Nistor, 26 Sep 2016 11:30
Galaxy Note 7: More trouble for SamsungSouth Korean authorities demand further security tests for each new device and Samsung has to allow more time for customers to claim their money back.Florian Wimmer, 23 Sep 2016 09:43
BlackBerry Argon coming soonA page on BlackBerry.com that was not supposed to go public revealed that DTEK60 is a 5.5-inch handset with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor on board, so now it only remains to get an official confirmation.Codrut Nistor, 22 Sep 2016 13:55
A large batch of safe Galaxy Note 7 units hits the USSamsung announced that over 500,000 safe units arrived in the US, have been shipped to carrier and retail stores, and should be available for exchange starting today.Codrut Nistor, 21 Sep 2016 12:25
Huawei NOVA Plus heading for CanadaThis Qualcomm Snapdragon 625-powered 5.5-inch Android handset will hit Canada as early as October 18 via Rogers, Virgin Mobile, and Fido.Codrut Nistor, 21 Sep 2016 09:10
Moto E3 Power unveiled in IndiaThis 5-inch handset runs Android 6.0 Marshmallow and is powered by a MediaTek MT6735P processor, next to 2 GB RAM and 16 GB internal storag, all for around $120 USD.Codrut Nistor, 20 Sep 2016 16:30
91% Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Smartphone ReviewExplosive combination. The Note is finally available in Europe again. The launch, however, is overshadowed by technical problems causing a world-wide recall. We still had a look at the Galaxy Note 7.Samsung Exynos 8890 Octa | ARM Mali-T880 MP12 | 5.70" | 170 gDaniel Schmidt, 20 Sep 2016 09:11
Sony Xperia X Compact hits AmazonAlthough it lacks water resistance and a high-end processor, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 650-powered Xperia X Compact has a top-of-the-line 23 MP main camera and can be currently pre-ordered from Amazon for $449.99 USD (unlocked), $50...Codrut Nistor, 19 Sep 2016 10:55
79% Huawei Y6 II Compact Smartphone ReviewCheap Thrills. "Cheaper is always possible", Huawei thought, and it thus reduced the price of the lower mid-range with its Y6 II Compact. Is that enough for a convincing presentation?Mediatek MT6735 | ARM Mali-T720 MP2 | 5.00" | 140 gFlorian Wimmer, 18 Sep 2016 20:59
Smartwatches: Manufacturers will take a breakMany manufacturers will take a break from making smartwatches, meaning there will be no new models this year. Some are waiting for the latest version of Android Wear, some want to wait and see what people expect from a smartwatch.Florian Wimmer, 16 Sep 2016 09:21
Microsoft Outlook: New features for the calendarMicrosoft's app "Outlook" for iOS and Android will get new calendar features: Automatically created icons, maps in the event details and publicly available calendars that you can subscribe to. And there's even more...Florian Wimmer, 16 Sep 2016 08:59
Asus ZenFone 3 Deluxe now available in TaiwanThis 5.7-inch phablet has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 processor under the hood, next to 6 GB RAM and 256 GB internal storage, carrying a price tag of almost $800 USD in Taiwan.Codrut Nistor, 14 Sep 2016 18:20
Samsung Galaxy Tab A (2016) with S Pen hits South KoreaAlthough the new 10.1-inch Galaxy Tab A has been around for a few weeks, the variant with S Pen is only available in Korea for the time being, with more markets expected to follow soon.Codrut Nistor, 14 Sep 2016 17:55
Blu Products launches Vivo 5R smartphoneThis 5.5-inch handset is powered by a MediaTek 6753 processor, having 3 GB memory and 32 GB internal storage, all for just $199.99 USD.Codrut Nistor, 14 Sep 2016 16:20
Did Qualcomm's Snapdragon 653 processor information really leak?Qualcomm is busy working on the successor to this year's Snapdragon 652 and information of next year's Octa-Core Snapdragon 653 could have been leaked on Weibo a few days ago. It is supposed to be built using the 28 nm process an...Alexander Fagot, 13 Sep 2016 21:12
Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) renders show up onlineThe leaked specs reveal that this handset is wider and taller than the Galaxy Note7, while its specs include the Exynos 7420 chip, 3 GB RAM, and 32 GB of expandable internal storage.Codrut Nistor, 13 Sep 2016 11:40
Snapdragon 625-powered Galaxy Tab E hits GeekbenchAccording to the benchmark database, this slate features 2 GB of memory and runs Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow, but nothing is official yet.Codrut Nistor, 13 Sep 2016 10:05
Huawei might build the next Google tabletA new 7-inch Google tablet manufactured by Huawei is expected to launch later this year with 4 GB RAM, but nothing is official yet.Codrut Nistor, 12 Sep 2016 12:25
Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) hits GFXBenchAccording to the benchmark database, the specs of this upcoming 4.7-inch handset include a 1.5 GHz octa-core Qualcomm chip, 2 GB RAM, and 8 GB internal storage space. Codrut Nistor, 12 Sep 2016 10:00
80% Acer Liquid Jade Primo Smartphone ReviewA "pocket" computer? Acer's Jade Primo is a premium-range smartphone based on Windows 10 Mobile that can also be used as a PC thanks to the Continuum function. That also makes it a direct opponent for Microsoft's top models. The handset's wireless connections are particularly convincing, but it could be a bit more enduring.Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 MSM8992 | Qualcomm Adreno 418 | 5.50" | 150 gAndreas Osthoff, 11 Sep 2016 22:47
Samsung may switch to AMD or Nvidia for its Exynos chips in 2018Apparently there are talks between Samsung, AMD and Nvidia to integrate more powerful graphics into the mobile Samsung silicon starting 2018. Samsung also wants to have a CDMA capable modem ready by then.Alexander Fagot, 10 Sep 2016 22:11
Apple iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus now officialThe new Apple flagships use a new processor, 2 GB RAM, offering resistance from water and dropping the traditional 3.5 mm audio jack. Codrut Nistor, 08 Sep 2016 11:55
HP TouchPad gets unofficial Nougat firmwareAs incredible as it may seem, this five-year-old slate with 1 GB RAM can run Android Nougat, although it will never get an official update.Codrut Nistor, 08 Sep 2016 10:55
Xiaomi Mi Note 2 spotted onlineThe new handset is expected to show up next to the Redmi 4, packing a Snapdragon 820/821 processor and 4 GB or 6 GB of memory.Codrut Nistor, 07 Sep 2016 20:10
LG V20 is now officialThe new Qualcomm Snapdragon 820-powered handset has dual front screens, a metal body, complies with the MIL-STD 810G standard, and is the first smartphone to launch with Android Nougat on board.Codrut Nistor, 07 Sep 2016 18:00
Moto G4 Play now up for pre-order in the USThis affordable handset will become available on September 15, has a price tag of $149.99 USD, and will soon hit Verizon Wireless as well.Codrut Nistor, 07 Sep 2016 15:55
Meizu M3 Max phablet hits ChinaThis 6-inch handset runs a custom Android Marshmallow-based OS and is powered by the MediaTek Helio P10 processor, being scheduled to go on sale in China next week for roughly $250 USD.Codrut Nistor, 06 Sep 2016 11:55
IFA 2016 | Lenovo unveils K6 series smartphonesThese three new Android handsets have 5-inch and 5.5-inch screens, all being powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 chip and scheduled to hit the market starting this fall.Codrut Nistor, 06 Sep 2016 10:10
IFA 2016 | Alcatel unveils three Pop 4 tabletsThese new Android slates come in three sizes, two being powered by MediaTek processors, and the third using a Qualcomm Snapdragon chip. All will launch next month in Europe and MEA.Codrut Nistor, 05 Sep 2016 15:55
Xiaomi Redmi 4 hits TENAAThis 5-inch Android Marshmallow-driven handset is expected to hit the market powered by a MediaTek Helio P10 or a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, next to 3 GB RAM and 32 GB internal storage.Codrut Nistor, 05 Sep 2016 15:15
BlackBerry and Samsung team up to release a secure tabletDubbed SecuTablet, this slate is a Galaxy Tab S2 with BlackBerry security technology added, and its price is expected to exceed $2,000 USD.Codrut Nistor, 05 Sep 2016 13:55
IFA 2016 | Alcatel announces Pop 4 XL phabletThis large handset is powered by a MediaTek Helio P10 processor, next to a generous 6-inch HD IPS full lamination display and a 13 MP main camera, being expected to launch next month.Codrut Nistor, 05 Sep 2016 12:50
IFA 2016 | Sony unveils Xperia XZ flagship smartphoneThe Xperia XZ and mainstream Xperia X Compact will carry 23 MP rear cameras and 3 GB of RAM with Qualcomm Snapdragon SoCs.Allen Ngo, 04 Sep 2016 19:54
IFA 2016 | Asus ZenPad 3S 10 coming soonAlthough announced more than a month ago, this slate still has no official pricing and a global launch date, but can be seen in action at IFA.Codrut Nistor, 03 Sep 2016 06:20
IFA 2016 | Archos 133 Oxygen tablet now officialThis Android tablet has modest specs overall but delivers a large full HD display for less than $240 USD.Codrut Nistor, 02 Sep 2016 18:55
IFA 2016 | TP-Link intros Neffos X1 and Neffos X1 Max smartphonesBoth handsets are powered by a MediaTek Helio P10 processor and feature an all-metal casing, as well as a curved back, being expected to hit the market in Q4.Codrut Nistor, 02 Sep 2016 11:20
IFA 2016 | Samsung unveils Gear S3 Classic and Frontier smartwatchesBoth models feature GPS, integrated speakers, and are IP68-rated for protection from the elements. The LTE-capable Frontier is being expected to hit the US via AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon Wireless later this year.Codrut Nistor, 01 Sep 2016 20:20