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Ahead of its scheduled October 4 debut, Google's upcoming Pixel 8 Pro flagship phone has now surfaced on Geekbench. As is typical with the Tensor lineup, CPU performance lags behind the competition, but still manages to perform about 20% better than last year's model.

The Sony Xperia 5 V is very exciting for fans of compact smartphones: the 6.1-incher utilizes the professional camera of the Xperia 1 V flagship and is one of the fastest smartphones with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. It also impresses with excellent battery life.

Xiaomi has certified two of its upcoming flagship smartphones for sale in China. This time it is the turn of the Xiaomi 14 Pro, which will maintain the 120 W wired charging capabilities of the Xiaomi 12 Pro and Xiaomi 13 Pro.

High-profile leakers have commented on the state of the Galaxy S24 Ultra, a few days after first renders of the Galaxy S23 Ultra successor emerged. While the Galaxy S24 Ultra looks only slightly different from its predecessor, it is said to have a significantly brighter display.

OnePlus may have been teasing its inaugural foldable for a while, but it has yet to reveal the device's full design. However, the company has now done so via Indian actor Anushka Sharma, who has been seen using the OnePlus Open in public. The company has partnered with Unbox Therapy to showcase some hardware elements too.

The Honor X50 GT might be a premium mid-range Android smartphone rather than a flagship - nevertheless, it is now tipped to stand out with a camera hump quite like that of a premium Huawei foldable smartphone. The device might also be accompanied by a new kind of GT-class Honor smartphone in 2023.

Oukitel has launched the rugged and stylish WP27 smartphone designed for tough environments. The Oukitel WP features dust and water proofing with IP68/IP69K rating, MIL-STD-810H testing, a new Camo design, a powerful MediaTek Helio G99 chipset, and Android 13. A large 8,500mAh battery and innovative cameras like the 20 MP Night-vision sensor ensure that you always have a reliable companion whether working in harsh environments or adventuring in the great outdoors. Pre-order now to get a US$100 discount off the $369.99 retail price.

It was already rumored months ago that Xiaomi would beat Apple's record thin display edges on the iPhone 15 Pro with the Xiaomi 14 Pro, and now a leaker not only provided a concrete figure on this but also on many other display specs that suggest a comprehensive display upgrade compared to the Xiaomi 13 Pro.

The Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus (or Pro+) is a potentially intriguing combination of typically flagship and mid-range specs in the same new Android smartphone now available in China. It may also be available outside this market soon, as it has reportedly been registered on a database maintained by a different nation.

OPPO's latest clamshell foldable Android smartphone will be available in international markets soon, according to some of the OEM's new teasers. They include a post confirming that the Find N3 Flip is coming to India soon, although the "trendsetter in tech esthetics" will launch in Indonesia beforehand.

With less than a week left until the end of the very successful Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign, the AYANEO Pocket AIR Android handheld is now shipping. The first model to hit its backers is the 12/512 GB one. The availability of the other two configurations (6/128 GB and 8/256 GB) is limited for now.

The OnePlus Pad Go will be OnePlus's latest tablet after the company released the OnePlus Pad months ago. Details of the upcoming budget tablet have now leaked online, with specs seemingly indicating a potential rivalry with Xiaomi's new Redmi Pad SE.

A new OPPO Pad has stopped off at the Thai regulator NBTC ahead of its launch. The "Tablet PC" has a series-first suffix that often hints at an affordable nature - then again, its new leak points to independent connectivity for the device. The same device may or may not be sold through OnePlus as well under a different name.

Not only is the Xiaomi Pad 6 Max an inexpensive alternative to the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra without PWM - but it also offers advantages that can't be found on the Samsung tablet. In our test, the mid-range tablet with an XXL display impressed throughout thanks to its high consistency.

The launch of the Pixel Watch 2 is only a few days away. Nonetheless, a reliable leaker has revealed European pricing for all SKUs, as well as launch colour combinations.

A detailed leak has revealed Lenovo's plans to launch a new 11-inch tablet. Reportedly arriving as the Lenovo Tab M11, the tablet will have a 1200p display, a modern design and software support until nearly the end of the decade.

India is getting the new Redmi Note 13 series of Android smartphones soon, according to a new leak. Not only that, but the country is getting an extra variant absent from the line's original launch in China. It might be identical to the vanilla 13 5G - aside from 1 potentially critical downgrade that may or may not make it more affordable.

Samsung now finally seems ready to launch the third-gen Galaxy Fit wearable, having gotten the device through testing by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ahead of this event. If the fitness tracker has something new to help it compete with rivals such as the Xiaomi Band 8, it is not immediately apparent from this leak, however. Then again, it may at least look up to date on its reveal.

Motorola is currently celebrating its 95th anniversary, and has arranged a special offer on its latest Android flagship smartphones to mark the event - even the foldable one. The Razr Plus (or Razr+) is available with TWS earbuds valued at US$299 for free, as is the Edge (2023). The sale also includes other 2023 mobile devices for just under US$170, or the OEM's most colorful 2022 phone for nearly 50% off.

Renowned leaker @OnLeaks has shown off some Galaxy S24 Ultra renders. It keeps many of its predecessor’s design elements, such as camera module layout and button placement

Next-gen devices with shiny new, cutting-edge 3 nanometer (nm) chipsets are now thought to meet with less consumer enthusiasm or FOMO than one might think as they start to emerge in late 2023 or early 2024. That, according to a respected industry analyst, has already prompted Apple not to splash out on the upgrade as much as it might have, while Qualcomm has already taken one major blow to its hopes for 3nm sales.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus (or A9+) is painted as a cost-effective tablet ahead of its launch. The budget SoC said to confer 5G on the device has popped up in a new leak, as have more display details. Despite these updates, it might have a classic Tab A-series design otherwise.

Ulefone touts its Armor 24 as a rugged smartphone that doubles as its own emergency lighting system thanks to its large rear-mounted LED rated for up to 1,000 lumens of brightness. It also serves to eclipse the smartphone's very well-worn 4G/LTE-only SoC - then again, the platform drives a more or less up-to-date display and runs an Android 13-based OS.

It appears that Samsung is finally ready to showcase its next generation of Fan Edition devices. While the company has remained quiet about new FE devices on the whole, it briefly revealed what it has up its sleeve in an unusual disclosure.

The successful low-cost Xiaomi Redmi 12C will soon get a successor and, although its specs and features are not official yet, a recently spotted set of renders reveal quite a few details. A triple camera setup, a bottom-located USB-C port, and the 3.5 mm headphone jack can be easily spotted.

According to a new report from a typically reliable source, Samsung is finally closing in on releasing its next Fan Edition-branded tablets. Due as the Galaxy Tab S9 FE and Galaxy Tab S9 FE Plus, the pair will have waterproof metal housings, expandable storage and more vibrant colour options than their flagship Galaxy Tab S9 series counterparts.

OnePlus is now expected to augment its Ace series of premium mid-range Android smartphones with a third generation soon. The device is now projected to launch with rear cameras improved compared to those of both the 2 and 2 Pro of 2023. It might also have a larger battery than either of those pre-existing devices.

The upcoming Galaxy S24 series of smartphones is Samsung’s follow-up to the Galaxy S23 devices. Rumored to pack custom Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipsets, camera updates, and 25 W to 45 W charging, the Galaxy S24 phones are now reported to be launching earlier in January in response to the robust sales of the iPhone 15.

The OnePlus Open is believed to become an inaugural foldable Android smartphone from the brand in question later in 2023. Now, the date on which this device will be unleashed on markets that might include North America may have been revealed. Meanwhile, its general shape in folded and unfolded form might have been confirmed in a new leak.

Although the Xiaomi Pad 5, Pad 5 Pro 5G, and Pad 5 Pro WiFi will all receive MIUI 15, there is also a bit of a problem with this future update. According to the Chinese OEM, these slates will only get Android 13-based MIUI 15 updates, and there are no plans for releasing firmware based on Android 14 for them.

The Xiaomi 13T combines a MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra chipset with a 144 Hz AMOLED display, a 5,000 mAh battery and a 50 MP primary camera with OIS. With promised OS updates until Android 17, security patch updates until 2028 and a €649 MSRP, the Xiaomi 13T is well-placed to take on most contemporary smartphones.

The Xiaomi 13T Pro has now arrived globally, as have the Xiaomi 13T, Watch 2 Pro and Smart Band 8. Equipped with a 144 Hz AMOLED display and a MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ SoC, the Xiaomi 13T Pro is also available with 1 TB of storage and 16 GB of RAM.

Everyone is currently suffering from Google Pixel fever, but the next round of smartphone innovations starts just a few weeks after the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro see the light of day. Qualcomm launches the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in October, and shortly after Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi 14 Pro are supposed to set new standards, for example in terms of cameras and display quality.

A leaker has already revealed the complete product pages of Google's next-generation flagships ahead of their official launches. Arriving on October 4, the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will contain numerous changes from their predecessors, including new ultra-bright displays.

Xiaomi's next vanilla flagship Android smartphone now has even better odds of launching with a long overdue charging upgrade. The 14 may have been certified to use the same new power brick as the top-end 13 Ultra: an accessory equipped with gallium nitride (GaN) technology and a single USB port.

Samsung has now introduced the Galaxy A05 and Galaxy A05s, two successors to the Galaxy A04. Arriving with different SoCs and display resolutions, the pair share 5,000 mAh batteries, 6 GB of RAM, 128 GB of expandable storage and 50 MP primary cameras.

UK and US starting prices for the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro have now surfaced online. Reportedly, the Pixel 8 will cost more than its predecessor in both markets, with the UK also receiving a £150 uplift for the Pixel 8 Pro. Google will once again bundle a free smartwatch for those who pre-order its Pro smartphone, though.

The Galaxy A05s is thought to launch as one of Samsung's cheapest new smartphones of 2024. Now, according to a new tip, potential customers might have an idea of what to expect for their money already. That specs list now includes a well-worn 4G/LTE-only Qualcomm processor, a screen of decent resolution and an amount of RAM that could be described as moderate at best.

Google is a little over a week away from delivering the Pixel Watch 2. In the meantime, UK pricing has leaked online, as has an official promotional video that compares various upgrades from the original Pixel Watch.

The Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra is huge in several regards. In our test, the Samsung tablet scores with its slim construction that looks even more spectacular due to its size. Also aside from the case, we cannot find many negatives about the Tab S9 Ultra.

A new leak says Google plans to support the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro for seven years. It isn't specified if the phones will get major software updates for that long, but monthly security patches will be guaranteed.

A new leak has shed light on some of the camera features bought forth by the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. It lets users scrub ambient noise from their videos, change facial expressions via the app, and more.

The Amazon Fire Max 11 is an inexpensive and family-friendly 11-inch tablet that scores with a bright display, good mid-range performance and long battery life. However, Google services, including Google Play, are not part of the package. If you install them later, which works just fine, you also lose the warranty for the tablet.

There may be evidence of the next generation of smartphone design out there, even if it comes from a slightly unexpected quarter. An upcoming Motorola device is depicted as ditching the usual multi-layer rear camera hump for a smooth, almost bubble-like housing for dual lenses, one of which might be for a 50MP camera.

ColorOS is a custom version of Android officially developed by OPPO - however, that might not stop the OEM becoming more like iOS 17 in its upcoming major upgrade. Its latest betas are now said to have integrated Dynamic Island-style animations, even though its selfie cameras are of a different style. That may not be the only iPhone-like software tweak within the ColorOS 14 UI.

According to early reports, Samsung is already developing a follow-up to the Galaxy A54. Reportedly, while Samsung will equip the Galaxy A55 with a 50 MP primary camera, along with an Exynos 1480 chipset that could contain an AMD-based GPU.