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Anyone looking forward to Samsung’s more compact Ultra camera flagship in early 2027 might be in for a disappointment, as information from insiders in the supply industry currently suggest. Not only the chipset might be less comparable to the Galaxy S27 Ultra in many regions of the world, the cameras might not be as top level either.

Motorola has revealed the launch date and key highlights of the Edge 70 Max. The upcoming smartphone features a high-end Snapdragon chipset, a large battery, and magnetic wireless charging.

Samsung is expected to introduce its next-generation flagship tablet series later this year. Ahead of launch, the Galaxy Tab S12+ has received a new certification that provides a first look at the device’s front side.

A lot of smartphone makers have multiple sub-brands to address different market tiers and regions. These sub-brands don’t always survive in the long run, and that’s what happened with OnePlus, but it now looks like there may be another sub-brand on the chopping block.

Ayaneo has confirmed that its Pocket Micro 2 is returning to sale after all. With an unchanged price, the retro handheld has received a new version that reduces the price of its Nintendo GameCube-inspired finish.

Xiaomi has revealed new details about the standard Redmi Note 17 ahead of its July 14 launch in China. The upcoming model is confirmed to bring a larger OLED display and a bigger battery than its predecessor.

Over one million players signed up for CookieRun: Crumble in just three days, but storefront registration remains open ahead of the expected late July launch.

Samsung has started rolling out the July security update for its Galaxy smartphones. The Galaxy S26 is the first in line to receive the patch, with other models to follow in the coming days. This update addresses 57 issues, five of which are classified as critical. Read on to find out what’s included and how to install the update.

These days, it’s no problem to spend 2,000 euros on a top-of-the-line phone, but is that really necessary? When it comes to camera quality, we have a hidden gem: The Vivo X300 FE is more compact and much more affordable than some top-of-the-line phones, and it takes really great photos.

HMD has introduced the Arc 2 as a new entry-level smartphone in Thailand. The phone features a 6.52-inch display, a 5,000mAh battery, and a starting price of THB 2,290 (~$68).

Everyone's talking about Apple and Samsung, but in our reviews, the best camera phones have long come from other manufacturers. And there are some really good deals to be found there, too – for example, the Vivo X300 FE with Zeiss cameras.

A leak believed to be that of the next model in the Redmi Turbo series has appeared online. It reveals the phone will have a larger display than the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and will be powered by a MediaTek flagship processor.

The Vivo X Fold 6 has appeared on Indonesia's SDPPI certification database. This is the first global sighting of the foldable since its China launch last month. The listing confirms the device's international marketing name. Vivo has not announced an official release date or region for the global model.

With its X300 series, Vivo is setting new standards in smartphone photography thanks to its powerful Zeiss cameras. There are now four models available, and we’re comparing them in our photo comparison. Are the more affordable models enough, or do you need to go for the Ultra to get top-notch photos?

A new leak suggests that Honor is working on a compact OLED tablet under its flagship Magic series, though the exact model name remains unclear. The device is tipped to support cellular connectivity, unlike the rumored Honor Win Pad Mini.

The Nubia Air Pro was initially showcased in late June 2026, and now, the slim phone is available to purchase. It's currently available on Amazon Germany, starting at €432.89, about $494.

The Redmi Note 17 series is set to launch in China on July 14, 2026. Ahead of this imminent launch, Xiaomi has confirmed a couple of key specs of the 17 Pro. It's now set to pack a large battery and a bright OLED display.

A new leak from a typically reliable source claims that Xiaomi has now canceled development of its next-gen flagship, the Xiaomi 18 Ultra. Reportedly, the company will instead offer "Pro" models later this year, with an eye on the Xiaomi 19 Ultra for late 2027 or early 2028.

Klei Entertainment and Playdigious confirm the official July 21, 2026, mobile release date for the multiplayer survival hit Don't Starve Together.

Google has been rolling out the first update for Android 17 since July 7. The most important change: According to the official changelog, the notorious boot loop that had forced Pixel phones into constant restarts since the March Feature Drop has been fixed. A total of 21 models are affected, from the Pixel 6 to the Pixel 10a. What else the update brings and how stuck devices can boot again.

Samsung is expected to announce the Galaxy A18 soon considering the Galaxy A17 is almost a year old. However, while the design hasn't really changed, a thicker body may be sign of a larger battery capacity.

Smartphones with good features that are easy on the budget thanks to thoughtful cost-cutting measures are becoming increasingly popular. With the X300 FE, Vivo offers a model that features a slightly more compact design while still retaining the series’ high-quality camera capabilities.

Just a few hours after Google, Samsung is also sending out invitations for their next launch event via video and press release. The summer Galaxy Unpacked event introduces a new format and analysts expect a preview of the next Apple launch event in September.

The Xiaomi Redmi Note series is a mid-range smartphone lineup. Xiaomi recently confirmed that the Redmi Note 17 series will debut in China in July 2026. Ahead of the launch, the Redmi Note 17 has now surfaced on Geekbench.

The Motorola Edge 70 Max has been officially teased ahead of its launch in India. The upcoming smartphone is expected to feature built-in magnets and support Qi2 wireless charging.

Google has finally confirmed when it will be unveiling its next high-end smartphones and foldable. At the same time, a reliable leaker has revealed release prices and configurations for the Pixel 11 series across European and UK markets.

Google has made a change today to the backup behavior of Android smartphones, which may increase the storage requirements for backups. Therefore, users with limited cloud storage should check whether they still have enough available storage.

The Vivo X300 FE is officially available in many parts of the world and brings the series' impressive camera setup to a more compact form factor. But at just under US$ 1,100, is it still too expensive?

A new Linux kernel vulnerability called Bad Epoll gives any local user root privileges, including on Android. The twist: Anthropic's AI model Mythos had reviewed that exact code section, found a related flaw, and missed this one. In the end, a human found it. A patch is available.

It’s not just Samsung and Xiaomi anymore — Honor is also working on a more compact and wider foldable, which is likely intended to compete with Apple’s iPhone Ultra, set to launch this September. As a leaker recently revealed, the specs and price goal seem to point to a flagship device. Regarding battery size, Honor apparently aims to outperform the entire competition once again.

Digital Chat Station, a reliable leaker, has hinted that the HyperOS 4 update may be around the corner. It will be based on Android 17, and Xiaomi could move more towards "liquid glass" UI.

Nothing has launched the Phone (4b) as the first product of a new series. Combining features from the Phone (4a) and Phone (4a) Pro, the new phone has a large AMOLED display, a Snapdragon processor, and the largest battery in a Nothing smartphone.

Hotta Studio rolls out Neverness to Everness Version 1.2 "999 Nights," featuring the global Steam launch, Warren Continent expansion, and Shinku's banner.

Vivo has officially unveiled the Y500 4G smartphone in Nepal and Pakistan. The phone features a 120 Hz AMOLED panel, a Unisoc T7300 chipset, a 50 MP main camera, and a large 8,100 mAh battery with 44 W wired charging.

With the Galaxy S27 Pro, Samsung is planning a more affordable and compact version of the Galaxy S27 Ultra for early 2027, which will likely inherit most of the Ultra’s features but will do without the S Pen of the Galaxy S27 Ultra. However, an industry report suggests that Samsung is also planning to expand the share of Exynos chips in their smartphone portfolio.

The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is expected to be the company’s next flagship smartphone. A new leak has now revealed key details of the upcoming device.

Abxylute has released a more affordable version of its S8 wireless controller. The new S8 Lite connects via USB-C, has a replaceable D-pad, and can fit smartphones and compact tablets.

Google has worked with the FBI to dismantle the NetNut proxy network. A large share of the roughly two million compromised devices are smart TVs and streaming boxes in private homes that were secretly used as cover for criminal attacks. Here is how to identify and avoid the risk.

The Honor Magic V6 sets new standards in design and features: It’s extremely thin, has a large battery, IP69 certification, and powerful hardware. Compared to its predecessor, however, the new features are relatively modest, while the inner display and cooling system still have room for improvement.

Alldocube has released a 4G version of the iPlay 70 Max Pro tablet that originally launched with 5G support. The new 13-inch tablet ships with a newer version of Android but has a lower res selfie camera, slower charging, and a higher price tag.

Based on industry reports, two leakers recently commented on how different the two new Galaxy Z Fold 8 foldables will be compared to their predecessor. Even though the specs might look quite similar on paper, changes in the hinge will make folding and unfolding feel very different this time around. Also crease control should be impressive.

Motorola has officially revealed the full specifications of the Moto G77 Power ahead of its launch in India. The phone features a 7,000mAh battery, a Dimensity 6400 chipset, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

The HMD Skyline 2 is still expected to arrive this year, although there has been no official confirmation yet. However, a new leak has surfaced revealing the smartphone will launch with better specs than earlier reports stated.

The Honor 600 continues to develop its predecessor consistently. A brighter OLED display, larger battery, faster SoC and the new IP69K certification make the smartphone a successful upgrade. Small weaknesses such as the lack of 6 GHz Wi-Fi, wireless charging and the exclusively digital zoom do not tarnish the overall very good impression a little.

There have been a few hints in the past about the successors to the Vivo X300 series, which are expected to be unveiled in September and are also anticipated to be released in Europe. Until the Vivo X500 Ultra is released in 2027, the spotlight is likely to be on the Vivo X500 Pro Max and the new entry-level flagship, the Vivo X500, in particular.

Oppo is continuing to tighten the screws on its subsidiaries OnePlus and Realme, according to an industry insider. Despite the impending end of OxygenOS and Realme UI, a successor to the OnePlus 15 is reportedly on the release schedule and is expected to include, among other things, a substantial camera upgrade.

Retroid had teased the release of a new gaming handheld. Appearing in the wake of the Pocket Nova, the device appears set to challenge the AYN Thor with dual displays.

Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. has opened applications for beta testing the upcoming Bleach Mirrors High video game for Android and iOS devices. The game is set after the Blood War timeline and includes two new Soul Reaper characters designed by Bleach creator Tite Kubo.