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The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 (FIFA World Cup 26™ Edition) is now available in the US.

Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 FIFA World Cup 26 now available in the US, but it isn't worth buying

Lenovo has begun selling the FIFA World Cup 26 Edition of the Legion Tab Gen 3 in the US. However, with the standard version available for significantly less, there's no compelling reason to buy the FIFA edition.
Habeeb Onawole, 13 Jun 2026 21:16
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max

Poco X8 Pro Max: Barely faster than the Poco X8 Pro?

The Poco X8 Pro Max offers significantly higher peak performance than the X8 Pro, particularly in CPU, GPU, and AI tasks. Under continuous load, however, the advantage is diminished by strong throttling, while the X8 Pro operates more consistently but more slowly. Is the Max actually worth it, then?
Daniel Schmidt, 13 Jun 2026 15:12
The OnePlus 15R has a 7,400mAh battery.

Deal | High-end OnePlus phone with 512GB storage discounted by $100

The OnePlus 15R launched in the US for $799.99 for the 512GB variant. The company is currently offering a $100 discount on the device. The phone features an AMOLED display, a large battery, and a 50MP main camera.
Huzefa Baloch, 13 Jun 2026 14:22
The Vivo X Fold 5.

Vivo officially reveals new details of its upcoming foldable phone

Vivo has revealed new details about its upcoming flagship foldable phone. Unlike the X Fold 5, which used a Qualcomm chipset, the X Fold 6 will be powered by the Dimensity 9500 Super Edition.
Huzefa Baloch, 13 Jun 2026 01:18
The Galaxy A27 5G has a new display panel.

Samsung Czech lists the Galaxy A27 ahead of launch, revealing its full spec sheet

While an official announcement is yet to happen, Samsung Czechia has put up the product page for the Galaxy A27 5G. The new Android smartphone has a new display, a new processor, but a lower ingress protection (IP) rating compared to its predecessor.
Habeeb Onawole, 12 Jun 2026 20:05
Smartphone streams Hi-Res music onto headphones

Enable LDAC: How to get better sound quality from Bluetooth headphones (using the Marshall Milton as an example)

A pair of headphones supports a specific audio codec like LDAC—but what does that actually mean? More importantly, how do you use it to improve sound quality? Using the Marshall Milton as an example, we'll show you how to enable the codec and when the difference is actually noticeable.
Christian Hintze, 12 Jun 2026 19:39
The Retroid Pocket 6 in 16Bit and Black color options.

Retroid Pocket 6: 12GB RAM version returns with less storage, but same $279 price tag

Retroid has announced the return of a 12GB RAM version of the Pocket 6 Android handheld. The new variant arrives with less storage, fewer colors, but the same price as the discontinued version.
Habeeb Onawole, 12 Jun 2026 16:43
The Moto G Max is graphite and blue colorways

Motorola launches new affordable smartphone with Moto G87 specifications

Motorola has announced the Moto G Max smartphone in Brazil with Moto G87 specifications. The phone is said to be a rebranded version of the Moto G87, featuring a 200 MP main camera, a MediaTek Dimensity 6400 processor, and a 5,200 mAh battery with 33 W wired charging support.
Abhinav Fating, 12 Jun 2026 06:19
Oppo Find X9s Pro Review

87% Oppo Find X9s Pro Review: Mini flagship makes Galaxy S26 look bad in key areas

Compact with Ultra features. The Find X9 Pro's little brother comes with a huge battery and dual 200 MP cameras. Nevertheless, Oppo's new Android smartphone is relatively thin and light. In this review, we evaluate whether the Find X9s Pro is really a better alternative to the Apple iPhone 17 or the Samsung Galaxy S26.
MediaTek Dimensity 9500, Arm Mali G1- Ultra MC12, 6.32", 198 g
Marcus Herbrich, 12 Jun 2026 03:17
Oppo Find N6 review: finally crease-free

86% Oppo Find N6 review: finally crease-free

Smoothed out. With the Find N6, Oppo presents the next generation of its foldable, bringing a slimmer design, greater performance and an even better camera. The premium smartphone combines a large foldable inner display with current high-end hardware and aims to appeal to both productivity users and photography enthusiasts.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, Adreno 840, 8.12", 225 g
Daniel Schmidt, 12 Jun 2026 01:31
The Honor MagicPad 3 Pro.

Honor OLED tablet leaked with flagship Snapdragon chipset

Honor is reportedly working on a new tablet, possibly the Win Pad Mini. The device is expected to be a gaming-focused model with a compact form factor and OLED display.
Huzefa Baloch, 11 Jun 2026 21:20
The Brick Hammer Pro U is one of two new handhelds TrimUI plans to launch soon.

TrimUI unveils Brick Hammer Pro U and Brick Pro vertical handhelds

TrimUI has revealed that it has two new handhelds on the way. The two devices, which will arrive as the Brick Hammer Pro U and Brick Pro, are the successors to the Brick and Brick Hammer vertical handhelds released in 2024 and 2025 respectively.
Habeeb Onawole, 11 Jun 2026 20:04
The Tecno Pova 8 5G has a single 50 MP camera

Tecno launches new mid-range smartphone with dot matrix display and 8,000 mAh battery

Tecno has released the Pova 8 5G smartphone in the Indian market with an Alive Matrix display. The phone features a 144 Hz LCD display, a 50 MP single camera, a MediaTek Dimensity 7100 chipset, and a large 8,000 mAh battery with 45 W wired and 30 W reverse wireless charging support.
Abhinav Fating, 11 Jun 2026 19:13
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max

Poco X8 Pro Max: Large display, huge battery and eye-catching light effects

The Poco X8 Pro Max positions itself as a high-performance mid-range device with a focus on battery life, display brightness, and gaming performance. Particularly striking are the LED light effects around the camera module, which visually set the device apart from many competitors. An added benefit?
Daniel Schmidt, 11 Jun 2026 16:07
The Realme P4R's 8,000mAh battery capacity is one of its highlights.

Realme's new Android phone has an 8,000mAh battery and an RGB LED on the back

Realme has added a new model to its P4 series of smartphones. The new device is the Realme P4R, and it packs a pretty large battery with support for 45W fast charging, and features a customizable RGB on the back.
Habeeb Onawole, 11 Jun 2026 13:17
The OnePlus Turbo 6X Pro.

OnePlus officially confirms new phone series

A previous leak suggested that OnePlus could be working on a new budget-focused smartphone series. The company has now officially revealed that the new OnePlus N series is 'coming soon' for the Indian market.
Huzefa Baloch, 11 Jun 2026 12:52
The OnePlus Turbo 6X.

OnePlus launches affordable phone with key feature missing from its global twin

OnePlus has launched the Turbo 6X series in China. The standard OnePlus Turbo 6X features a 7,000 mAh battery and an LCD display. It also supports NFC, which the global Nord CE 6 Lite lacks.
Huzefa Baloch, 10 Jun 2026 14:21
Official promotional art for Wuthering Waves Version 3.4, "The Dream Not Dreamed."

Wuthering Waves version 3.4 places heavy strain on mobile players

The Wuthering Waves Version 3.4 Cyberpunk crossover is live, but community reports point to significant mobile performance drops and thermal throttling.
Darryl Linington, 10 Jun 2026 11:20
The Turbo 6X Pro.

OnePlus officially launches new phone in orange finish for ~$295

OnePlus has launched the Turbo 6X Pro in China as part of its new affordable Turbo 6X series. The phone features a 6.78-inch display, an 8,000mAh battery with 80W charging, and a starting price of CNY 1,999 (~$295).
Huzefa Baloch, 10 Jun 2026 10:37
The Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra.

Premium Samsung tablet leaks with display and battery details

A leak has revealed new details about the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra, which is expected to launch later this year as Samsung's next flagship tablet. The leak suggests that the tablet may not bring major changes to battery capacity or display size compared to its predecessor.
Huzefa Baloch, 10 Jun 2026 00:55
The Reno 15.

Oppo's upcoming global phone leaks with Snapdragon chipset

The global Oppo Reno 16 has reportedly surfaced on Geekbench with a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset. This suggests that the global model may differ from the Chinese variant, which uses the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super.
Huzefa Baloch, 09 Jun 2026 20:24
The Galaxy Tab Active5 features 5G connectivity.

Galaxy Tab Active6: Samsung’s rugged tablet leak reveals 5G support and launch window

Samsung is reportedly working on the Galaxy Tab Active6, which is expected to arrive as its next rugged Android tablet. A new leak has revealed the model number and launch window for the upcoming device.
Huzefa Baloch, 09 Jun 2026 16:05
Oppo Find X9s Pro in review

Super stylish camera insider tip: a top-tier alternative to the Apple iPhone 17

With the Find X9s Pro, Oppo shows why a compact Android smartphone can also be a compelling choice and a strong alternative to the Apple iPhone 17 for photo enthusiasts. Like the Oppo Find X9 Ultra, the smaller Pro model also features a dual-200-MPix-camera-setup enhanced by Hasselblad tuning
Marcus Herbrich, 09 Jun 2026 15:07
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max

Poco X8 Pro Max: Can an invisible display technology strain your eyes?

The Poco X8 Pro Max features a modern AMOLED display with 12-bit color depth and a 120 Hz refresh rate. However, behind these specifications, temporal dithering—a color simulation technique—may be at play; for some users, this technique is associated with eye strain, headaches, or rapid fatigue.
Daniel Schmidt, 09 Jun 2026 14:56
Honor X70 Refresh Edition.

Honor X80 Pro Max to launch with a massive 11,000mAh battery

Leaked specs for the Honor X80 Pro Max point to an 11,000mAh battery with 90W charging, a 6.8-inch flat AMOLED display at 2788x1280, and a Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 chipset. The standard Honor X80 is tipped to share the same chip and display size with a 10,000mAh cell, with a vanilla launch expected toward the end of June.
Antony Muchiri, 09 Jun 2026 13:48
The Galaxy A27 is said to lack microSD card expansion.

Galaxy A27: Samsung's new budget phone loses affordable edge despite rumoured downgrades

Samsung's next budget phone is set to be something of a mixed bag. While the Galaxy A27 offers a modernised design, it does so with significant price increases. Unfortunately, Samsung has downgraded its new phone compared to the existing Galaxy A26, too.
Alex Alderson, 09 Jun 2026 13:28
The Xiaomi Redmi K90.

Xiaomi's next sub-flagship phone leaked with powerful chipset and 185Hz display

A leak has revealed specifications of a new Xiaomi smartphone, likely the next-generation Redmi K100. The leaked specifications suggest a large battery, a flagship Snapdragon chipset, and a 200MP camera.
Huzefa Baloch, 08 Jun 2026 22:27
OnePlus N series phones will be budget-friendly offerings like the Turbo 6X pictured here.

OnePlus' new super affordable phone series tipped, launching soon

A new leak has suggested that OnePlus is going to launch a new series of affordable phones, even more affordable than the Nord series. For now, it is unclear if these phones will make it to global markets or will be exclusive to the Indian market.
Vineet Washington, 08 Jun 2026 17:37
The Xiaomi 17T.

Xiaomi 17T series launches in China: Battery upgrade and 45% cheaper than global version

For the first time ever, Xiaomi has now launched its sub-premium T-series phones in its home market. The Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro debuted today in China, with identical hardware to their global counterparts but at much lower price points.
Ricci Rox, 08 Jun 2026 16:13
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (right) compared with the Flip7 FE (left)

The Galaxy Z Flip8 will use the Exynos 2600 in these regions

Samsung will split the Galaxy Z Flip8 across two chipsets by region: Exynos 2600 in South Korea and Europe and Snapdragon everywhere else. This is a departure from the Exynos 2500 used globally in the Flip7 from last year. The shift is driven by margin protection amid RAM and flash memory shortages, with Samsung betting Flip buyers prioritize design over raw performance.
Antony Muchiri, 08 Jun 2026 16:04
The AYN Thor will become more expensive later this month.

AYN announces another price increase for Thor and Odin 3 handhelds

Just a few months after raising the prices of the Thor and Odin 3, AYN has announced that another price increase will happen this month. This will be the fourth price increase for the Thor and the second for the Odin 3 since both devices were released.
Habeeb Onawole, 08 Jun 2026 15:44
Samsung Galaxy S26 series will be the first to get One UI 9 Beta 3.

Samsung One UI 9.0 Beta 3 could roll out next week, community post suggests

A note published on the Samsung Members App in Korea has confirmed that One UI 9 Beta 3 should launch next week.
Satvik Pandey, 08 Jun 2026 15:00
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max

Poco X8 Pro Max: Big battery, lots of compromises

The Poco X8 Pro Max relies on a powerful chip and a huge battery, but it falls short in too many areas to be completely convincing.
Daniel Schmidt, 08 Jun 2026 14:00
The Turbo 6X Pro.

OnePlus officially reveals new details of its upcoming affordable phone

The OnePlus Turbo series is an affordable lineup of smartphones. The company has now confirmed the launch date and key details of the upcoming Turbo 6X Pro.
Huzefa Baloch, 08 Jun 2026 13:26
The Lenovo Legion G9 Controller for the Legion Tab Gen 5/Legion Y700 is now available in Rhein Green.

Lenovo's Legion G9 Controller for the Legion Tab Gen 5 gets a new color

Lenovo has begun selling its Legion G9 Controller for the Legion Tab Gen 5 a.k.a. Legion Y700 Gen 5 gaming tablet in a new color. The color matches the same one it's using for its 2026 FIFA World Cup Limited Edition products.
Habeeb Onawole, 08 Jun 2026 12:33
The Hisense A9 (pictured) may be getting a successor soon.

Hisense teases a new E Ink smartphone

Hisense may soon announce a follow-up to its E Ink-toting smartphone, the Hisense A9. The new smartphone is expected to arrive as the Hisense A10, however, some of the leaked specifications are questionable.
Habeeb Onawole, 08 Jun 2026 10:49
The OnePlus 15's display.

Deal | Flagship OnePlus phone gets $100 off with free Nord Buds 3 Pro

The OnePlus 15 is currently available with a $100 discount on its 12GB/256GB variant, bringing the price down to $799.99. The deal also includes the OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro earbuds for free.
Huzefa Baloch, 07 Jun 2026 20:32
The X200 Ultra is one of many Vivo smartphones that will receive new camera features this summer.

Vivo announces major new camera upgrades for X200 Ultra and other modern flagships

Vivo has announced a major set of camera upgrades for multiple flagship phones. Rolling out this summer, the updates will be available across the X200, X300 and Vivo's X Fold series, including the X200 Ultra and X300 Ultra.
Alex Alderson, 07 Jun 2026 13:11
The official key art for the Wuthering Waves Version 3.4 preview, titled "The Dream Not Dreamed."

Wuthering Waves unleashes Cyberpunk collab and Adam Smasher

Kuro Games reveals the final Wuthering Waves 3.4 trailer at Summer Game Fest 2026, showcasing the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners crossover, free Rebecca rewards, and Night City.
Darryl Linington, 07 Jun 2026 10:53
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Series.

Galaxy Watch9 series leak shows no charging speed upgrade from Watch8

Samsung is expected to unveil the Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 at a rumored July 22 event alongside new folding phones. Two smartwatches with model codes SM-L3550 and SM-L7150 have appeared in China's 3C certification database, both rated for 10W charging, unchanged from the Watch8 series.
Antony Muchiri, 07 Jun 2026 09:00
New Awesome Mint colourway has surfaced for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A27.

New Galaxy A27 leak reveals new color option

Samsung's Galaxy A27 has surfaced in an Awesome Mint colourway via a retail listing, expanding beyond the three shades previously revealed in leaked renders. The mid-range phone is expected in the second half of 2026 running Snapdragon 6 Gen 3.
Antony Muchiri, 06 Jun 2026 21:52
The iPhone Ultra rival that could launch as the Xiaomi 18 Fold or Xiaomi Mix Fold 5 is slowly taking shape

Xiaomi 18 Fold or Mix Fold 5: HyperOS leak all but confirms iPhone Ultra competitor

Xiaomi is expected to take on Apple’s iPhone Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 this year with a compact and wide foldable in the same form factor, as images from a HyperOS leak now also support. They fit quite well with a display like that of a Huawei Pura X Max.
Alexander Fagot, 06 Jun 2026 19:03
The second display on the back of the Xiaomi 17 Pro and Pro Max could become significantly larger on the Xiaomi 18 Pro

Xiaomi 18 Pro: Big upgrade for unique feature of the Leica camera flagship phone rumored

Similar to stylish small flip phones, the practical secondary display on the back of the next Leica camera flagships could receive noticeable upgrades. According to the leaker, not only is a larger OLED panel expected, but quality is also said to improve noticeably.
Alexander Fagot, 06 Jun 2026 18:58
The OnePlus Ace 6T.

OnePlus 10,000mAh phone with new Snapdragon chipset leaked

OnePlus is tipped to be working on a new performance-focused smartphone, possibly the OnePlus Ace 7T. A leak suggests that the device could feature a 10,000mAh battery and a new Snapdragon chipset.
Huzefa Baloch, 06 Jun 2026 11:05
Merlin looking appropriately smug in The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin.

Seven Deadly Sins Origin update adds Merlin and Sealed Sanctuary map

The latest Seven Deadly Sins Origin update introduces SSR Mage of Infinity Merlin alongside the new Sealed Sanctuary region and Taranis raid dungeon.
Darryl Linington, 06 Jun 2026 10:46
Official promotional artwork for the Sword of Dawn character banner introducing SSR hunter Liu Zhigang.

Solo Leveling Arise June update introduces Buster class

The official Solo Leveling Arise June update adds SSR hunter Liu Zhigang, the new Buster class mechanics, and fresh redeem codes to the mobile action game.
Darryl Linington, 06 Jun 2026 09:38
The OnePlus Turbo 6X uses an LCD panel.

OnePlus confirms affordable phone with 144Hz display

OnePlus has officially confirmed the Turbo 6X smartphone for the Chinese market. While full specifications are yet to be revealed, the budget-focused phone is confirmed to feature a 144Hz LCD panel and a large 7,000mAh battery.
Huzefa Baloch, 05 Jun 2026 22:54
The Vivo V70 Lite features a 120 Hz AMOLED display

Vivo silently unveils new mid-range smartphone with iPhone 17-inspired design

Vivo has launched its latest midrange smartphone, the V70 Lite, in the global market. The smartphone features a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo chipset and a large 6,500 mAh battery with support for 90 W wired charging. Plus, it comes in black and gold color options.
Abhinav Fating, 05 Jun 2026 17:23
The OnePlus Turbo 6x Pro.

OnePlus officially reveals new phone in orange finish

OnePlus has officially confirmed the Turbo 6X series for China. The Turbo 6X Pro is confirmed to feature an 8,000mAh battery and a Dimensity 7400 Super chipset, with official images also revealing its design and color options.
Huzefa Baloch, 05 Jun 2026 13:08
The official promo art in Monopoly Go The Simpsons event.

Monopoly GO Simpsons crossover brings Springfield to the board

The Monopoly GO Simpsons crossover brings Springfield to the mobile hit with character run maps and a risk assessment jail bribe mechanic through July.
Darryl Linington, 05 Jun 2026 12:53

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