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Nuu has launched the B40 5G smartphone with a functional secondary display. The affordable 5G smartphone features dual AMOLED displays, a MediaTek Dimensity 7025 processor, a 64 MP main camera, and a 5,000 mAh battery with 33 W fast charging.

Ayaneo has taken the wraps off the Konkr Pocket Block, following a leak a few weeks ago. The new handheld will have AI features and should be more affordable than Ayaneo's premium vertical handhelds.

Ayaneo has announced a new limited edition of the Pocket Air Mini Android handheld. Officially known as the Pocket Air Mini Arcade Home Edition, it comes pre-installed with IGS classic arcade games.

HMD has officially announced its latest smartphone, the Vibe 2 5G, in the Indian market. It’s powered by the Unisoc T8200 chipset paired with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. The phone features a 50 MP main camera, a 120 Hz LCD display, and a large 6,000 mAh battery that supports 18 W wired charging.

Anbernic has released cheaper versions of one of its popular retro handhelds. Now available with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, the Anbernic RG557 is significantly cheaper than it was previously, despite retaining an AMOLED display and a powerful chipset.

A new report reveals the compact-ish Galaxy S27 Pro flagship may share two cameras with the S27 Ultra, including a removal of the 3x telephoto lens and upgrades to a new 200MP primary sensor. The zoom cameras are expected to make (almost) all the difference between the S27 Pro and S27 Ultra.

The Xiaomi 17 Max has now officially launched in China. It's powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, has a bright 6.9-inch OLED display, and features a Leica 200MP camera setup on the back. The starting price in China is CNY 4,299, around $632.

The RedMagic 11S Pro series has recently launched in China, and this gaming phone lineup is powered by the overclocked Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. AnTuTu reports that with its performance-focused configuration, the Pro+ can achieve one of the highest benchmark scores.

Smaller battery, but still great runtimes - the OnePlus Nord 6's battery has been cut back compared to its Chinese model, but still impresses with a full day's runtime under load. Here's what we found out about the mid-range phone.

iQoo has introduced its new Android tablet in China. The Pad 6 Pro features a large 13.2-inch display, Qualcomm’s flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, and a 13,000mAh battery.

A new software update for the Anbernic RG Vita Pro has begun rolling out. While the changelog mentions bug fixes and system optimizations, it also mentions the addition of the Google Play Store, which makes it easy for users to install Android apps.

Boox has announced another E Ink device will launch this May. The new product will arrive as the Note X6, and it will have a monochrome display and stylus support

Oppo has showcased an unusual magnetic accessory called the Bubble, and another similar product from Honor has surfaced. They can essentially give compatible phones a Xiaomi 17 Pro-style upgrade, offering a versatile secondary screen on the back.

OpenAI is developing an "AI" smartphone featuring a custom MediaTek SoC, designed to replace traditional app-based interfaces with AI agents. According to the latest info, mass production is now targeted for early 2027 to capture the premium AI device market.

Xiaomi has finally released its latest compact tablet in Europe. Also now sold in Australia and Turkey, the Redmi Pad 2 9.7 should eventually be available with cellular connectivity too.

Samsung's brand-new addition to the "S" flagship lineup, the Galaxy S27 Pro will feature a 6.47-inch display, says top insider. This would position it as a smaller alternative to the Galaxy S27 Ultra (without S Pen support). Despite a distant February 2027 release window, Samsung's smaller flagship will compete with Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and Google's redesigned Pixel 11 Pro.

Google has officially announced the first set of Android XR glasses, which are set to launch in fall 2026 with Gemini AI. They don't feature any displays, but the Xreal Project Aura are set to feature screens, and they are now scheduled to launch before the end of 2026.

Trump Mobile's T1 has begun shipping. First hands-on images show a gold-finished, rebranded HTC U24 Pro running Android 15 with Truth Social preloaded, 9 months after deposits were collected.

(Update: Mistake pertaining to phone model shown fixed) A Google I/O 2026 teaser has revealed Pixel Glow, a new notification light strip for the Pixel 11 series. During an AI video demo at the event, Google showed a phone with a glowing camera bar, which aligns with leaked design elements of the Pixel 11 phones.

Nothing Playground lets the Nothing community customize their smartphones even further by allowing them to import widgets, Glyph features, camera presets, and more from other users or create their own.

Xiaomi has launched a new Poco-branded tablet globally. Equipped with a 120 Hz display, the Poco Pad C1 also features 6 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage and HyperOS 3 pre-installed.

Xiaomi 17 Max has defeated two iPhone 17 Pro Max units back-to-back in a video battery drain test, delivering over 33 hours of continuous playback thanks to its massive 8,000 mAh battery. Conducted in a controlled environment, the battery test suggests the Xiaomi 17 Max might be one of the longest-lasting phones of 2026.

The Xiaomi 17 Max has appeared on Geekbench ahead of its China launch. The listing points to a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset with 16GB of RAM. The early scores place it slightly above the current Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 average.

(Update: An earlier version of this article incorrectly stated the Legion Y900 13 has a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor instead of the Snapdragon 8 Elite.) Lenovo has announced a new large-screen Android tablet, and despite launching under the Legion gaming brand, the Legion Y900 13 is positioned as a productivity device. The new tablet features a high-end processor, a 144Hz ultra-sharp display, and a large battery.

Google to launch this fall its new Android XR smart glasses with the first consumer-ready frames from Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. The glasses will feature built-in navigation, hands-free messaging, photo capture, live translation, and other AI-powered tools designed to work without constantly reaching for a phone.

Google has announced the ability to build Android apps in Google AI Studio for the web by simply prompting Gemini. No local desktop app installation is required, enabling anyone to start vibe coding and publishing for free from any web browser.

Lenovo has announced a new smartphone under its Legion gaming line. The new Legion Y70 (2026) has a super bright display, a high-end processor, long battery life, and useful gaming features.

The Lenovo Legion Y900 2026 has been launched in China, and it's available in two versions. One comes with an 11.1-inch display, and it features a rather unexpected sub-flagship SoC, the Dimensity 9500S. This gaming tablet has a starting retail price of CNY 3,099, about $456.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Wide will reportedly lack S Pen support, continuing the controversial design shift started by the Fold 7. The leak says another flagship feature from the Galaxy S26 Ultra won't make it to the new foldable lineup - the Privacy Screen feature.

Oppo Find X10 Ultra is rumored to feature Samsung’s 200MP HPA sensor with LOFIC tech for industry-leading dynamic range, while the Galaxy S27 Ultra is tipped to miss out. Samsung’s upcoming 200MP HPA sensor will be the "strongest" main camera on the market, say the leaks coming from top insiders.

A new leak suggests that Honor is preparing another battery-focused smartphone. What is assumed to be a Honor Power 3 could pair a battery as big as 12,000mAh with MediaTek’s upcoming 3 nm Dimensity 8600 chipset, potentially pushing battery capacity even further beyond current mainstream flagships.

The RedMagic 11S Pro has just launched in China. Now, the company behind the new gaming phone has confirmed its global release plans. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Leading Version will be available internationally, as will liquid metal cooling and a 24,000 RPM fan.

Following an initial delay, RedMagic has now announced the launch month for its next gaming tablet. It has also revealed that the tablet will be packing some cutting-edge features which should give it an edge over the competition.

OnePlus has resumed the rollout of its latest OxygenOS updates after temporarily pausing them due to bootloop and abnormal restart issues affecting several devices. The new builds bring smoother animations, AI-powered translation and document tools, lock screen redesigns, and camera improvements to the OnePlus 15 and 13 series, while Nord devices mostly get stability and performance fixes.

Oppo has confirmed a new Android tablet for the Chinese market. The Oppo Pad 6 will launch alongside several other products on May 25. It is confirmed to feature a high-resolution display, stylus support, and a MediaTek Dimensity 9500s chipset.

Xiaomi has officially confirmed the launch date for the global Xiaomi 17T series. The lineup is expected to be powered by MediaTek Dimensity chipsets, along with a Leica-tuned camera system.

The RedMagic 11S Pro series is now official in China, and it essentially brings one key upgrade over the non-S lineup. RedMagic's new gaming phone line is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Leading Version, an overclocked variant of the current flagship SoC from Qualcomm. The starting price is CNY 5,499, about $807.

The Nothing Phone (4a) combines powerful performance, a modern design, and an exceptionally good camera with a fresh software experience, clearly setting it apart from traditional mid-range phones. We've compared it to its main competitors.

Fast storage, or just a marketing gimmick? The manufacturer advertises the realme 16 Pro+ with "explosive data throughput" in the memory. Of course, we put such advertising slogans to the test in a practical review and compare several mid-range smartphones.

A new leak outlines key specifications of an upcoming OnePlus smartphone, potentially the OnePlus Ace 7. The leak suggests it will feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, a large battery, and a high refresh-rate screen.

Xiaomi has confirmed the launch date for the Xiaomi 17 Max in China. The smartphone will be launched alongside the Xiaomi YU7 GT, Xiaomi Band 10 Pro, and other products.

After prices and renders for the Xiaomi 17T series have been leaked, official promo material now shows how Xiaomi plans to market its global Leica camera flagships with a lower starting price than the Xiaomi 17. The planned bundle deals are also effectively confirmed.

Realme's affordable mid-range smartphone achieves excellent battery life in our review and offers a generous storage configuration despite the 2026 DRAM crisis. This gives the Realme 16 Pro enough headroom for apps and games, though the SoC hurts the user experience in everyday use.

Ayaneo has put a pause on new product announcements for a few months now, but it appears it might have a new product on the horizon. Thanks to a new report, we have a first look at images and the user manual of a new handheld that is expected to launch as the Ayaneo Pocket Block.

Galaxy Z Flip 9 canceled? A new supply chain leak on Weibo suggests the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 could be the final entry in Samsung's clamshell foldable series. Driven by design stagnation, surging component costs, and a market shift toward book-style foldables, Samsung may be moving away from the flip-phone form factor.

Xiaomi's CEO has revealed it was developing its own ultra-thin smartphone, but had to cancel it due to trade-offs caused by the design. Now, a leak has revealed some key specs of the canceled smartphone.

In our review, the Vivo X300 Ultra stands out with its camera hardware and excellent photo quality. For this review summary, we’ll take a closer look at its video capture performance, including how it stacks up against Samsung’s flagship from the previous year.