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POCO's latest TWS earbuds have launched as the brand's first-gen Pods, which, as the name suggests, entails a close resemblance to certain Apple accessories. They come in completely different colors, however, and are rated to "fast charge" their "30-hour" battery via USB type-C. The Pods make compromises on their noise-cancelling technology and driver size to retail at well under US$50 in their new market of India.

The Samsung Galaxy M44 5G has made its Geekbench debut with a Snapdragon 888, 6 GB of RAM and Android 13. Given its appearance on the benchmarking platform, it shouldn't be long before the phone is official.

Samsung will launch the Galaxy S24 series in the first quarter of 2024. According to a new leak, the range-topping Galaxy S24 Ultra will arrive with a titanium frame, not at all dissimilar to what has been rumored for Apple's upcoming iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max.

Mini has lifted the veil on an all-new central console that features a large 240mm diameter 9.4-inch circular OLED display. The new system is powered by a custom version of the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) to give users a traditional consumer electronics interface.

Xiaomi has announced that it will debut a 5G version of its affordable "Style Icon", the Redmi 12, in India soon. It is slated to have the largest display among the brand's Android smartphones yet, and to have dual rear cameras with a 50MP main camera. It will launch via Amazon.in as one of the site's Specials soon.

Samsung's first gen "Galaxy Ring" could have a release date set in 2024 - so long as it goes into mass production soon. The South Korean giant is said to make a decision as to do so or not in August 2023, which might affect the Galaxy Watch series' new in-house rival's chances of being ready to go to retail by then. Meanwhile, the accessory is said to have potential VR use-cases as well as those of an advanced fitness-tracking device.

Aside from the well-performing 11-inch IPS display, the wallet-friendly Xiaomi tablet also comes with a fast Qualcomm SoC, pen support and a respectable price-performance ratio thanks to a noteworthy discount relative to its quite reasonable MSRP.

Predictions of a 2023 launch for a smartphone called the Xiaomi 13T Pro have been all but vindicated with a new discovery. It consists of a certification by the Thai regulator NBTC for a device of that name. It also validates an additional detail featuring in previous leaks.

OPPO's next top-end foldable smartphone is all but certain to launch as the Find N3 in China - and as the OnePlus Open elsewhere - in 2023. It is also now tipped to have the best zoom lens in its category for the year, beating rivals such as the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 in these terms. The Find N3 is also now slated to beat the Z Fold5 in another important aspect of premium foldable specs as well.

Realme has now confirmed that it will launch the GT5 as its next "God of War"-class Android smartphone soon. It is now also tipped to live up to this hype with up to 24GB of RAM to go with its up-to-240W charging speeds. The new vanilla flagship's SoC has also reportedly been confirmed in advance of its launch.

The Galaxy A14 is Samsung's entry-level model of the A series. The device is available in a 5G and a 4G version, with the smartphones not only differing in terms of the communication technology but also the processor. We took a closer look at the 4G smartphone.

The Lenovo Tab P12 is one of the first devices powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7050, a 6 nm chipset complemented by up to 8 GB of RAM and a 10,200 mAh battery. Available from €399, the Tab P12 supports an active stylus and a detachable keyboard.

AYN Technologies is preparing to release a new gaming handheld. Teased on Indiegogo, the Odin2 will run Android and will feature a Snapdragon chipset with a design reminiscent of the original Odin.

OPPO's A series is typically made up of Android smartphones with mid-tier specs that set them apart from premium mid-rangers such as the Reno series. However, from the looks of it, the upcoming A2 might aim for a higher-end appeal by moving on to a rear panel much more like those of the 2023 Find X6 flagships. It is also said to be graced with a (mostly) on-trend OLED display and an extra-large battery, yet not to break the bank with its price.

Xiaomi has announced the MIX Fold 3, its follow-up to last year's MIX Fold 2 and a future alternative to the Galaxy Z Fold5. Not only has Xiaomi confirmed when the MIX Fold 3 will arrive, but it has also teased new camera innovations that will debut in its next foldable.

Samsung has now released a new version of its Golf Edition smartwatch. Based on the Galaxy Watch6 Classic, the Golf Edition contains a few design and software tweaks from the regular model.

OnePlus has unveiled its latest thermal management system for top-end Android smartphones at an ongoing Chinese tech expo. The new "Aerospace-grade Tiangong Cooling System" incorporates cutting-edge materials such as "next-generation super-thermal graphite" and thermal gel made of diamond, not to mention a vapor chamber about twice the size of those found in existing potential rivals of the first device to feature the system: the Ace 2 Pro.

A few days ago, we tested the Razr 40, a foldable that does without some features and is sold at a lower price. We summarize our findings here.

OnePlus appears to have confirmed prior leaks that claimed the company's first-gen foldable smartphone would be branded as the OnePlus Open. Indeed, the OnePlus Open seems to be on the way, and its launch could be imminent.

OPPO's Find N3 is now said to have taken an important step on its path to challenge its Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 rival in 2023. The foldable flagship Android smartphone has popped up by name on a Thai telecomms regulator's website, thereby possibly hinting at an imminent launch in Asia. The same device is also expected to hit other markets, albeit with a different moniker.

The Galaxy Z Flip5 has arrived, with Samsung equipping the new foldable with the same Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy chipset as the Galaxy Z Fold5. For some reason, the smaller foldable still lacks Samsung DeX support, contrary to earlier rumours.

OnePlus has finally announced pricing for the "Winter Bonfire" version of its inaugural mechanical keyboard. The OEM asserts that the 81 Pro will revolutionize its market with custom double-shot key-caps and "three-segment" switches. It is available to purchase across multiple markets, in one of which the company's old invite system is resurrected.

The long-rumored last member of the Galaxy S23 Android smartphone family was notable by its absence during Samsung's major Galaxy Unpacked event of today (July 26, 2023). However, it is still definitely on the way, according to a new tip. It will, apparently, arrive with wireless charging - and with other, more premium S23 party tricks in this area besides.

According to a report, Google plans to offer the Pixel Watch 2 with only an aluminium housing. Succeeding the current stainless steel model, the Pixel Watch 2 should be lighter but more susceptible to scratching and less durable overall.

The Galaxy Z Flip5 is Samsung's latest attempt at a clamshell foldable. This time, the Galaxy Z Flip can close flush, eliminating the gap that existed with previous models. The Galaxy Z Flip5 also has a much more powerful processor than earlier models, among other changes.

Samsung's trio of high-end tablets are now official. The Galaxy Tab S9, Galaxy Tab S9+ and Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra all feature a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy SoC, expandable memory and support for 45 W fast charging. They come pre-loaded with productivity apps and split-screen functionality out of the box.

Samsung has now presented the Galaxy Z Fold5 globally, one of its latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy-powered smartphones. The Galaxy Z Fold5 builds on the Galaxy Z Fold4 with minor but useful revisions, such as a new hinge design that helps it maintain a smaller footprint. The Galaxy Z Fold5 is ordearble from today with 12 GB of RAM and up to 1 TB of storage.

A famous and typically accurate leaker has good news to share: the Realme GT series of high-end Android smartphones is back in earnest worldwide. It might pick up where it left off with a device heretofore thought of as the GT Neo6, which - while potentially impressive in itself with its Pixel 7 Pro-challenging specs and design - will be vanilla compared to its line's next-gen flagship.

OnePlus is now thought to launch its next flagship Android smartphone alongside a more affordable "12R" variant. However, the same device is projected to debut in China beforehand as the Ace 2 Pro. Those leaks come with a rumor of ultra-fast charging technology, which may have been vindicated by new evidence direct from a national regulator.

Wanbo's latest projector is in fact a re-boot of an earlier model that was designed to be as compact as possible while still offering an "HD" throw and in-built speakers. The "New" version of the T2 purports to have taken a step up in terms of brightness compared to its forebear, as well as to "much smarter" AI-powered auto-focus (AF). The new miniature gadget is now priced at under US$200.

Lepow calls its latest portable monitor the DualViews, as it allows the user to connect not just one but two extra screens to a range of devices. They can be stacked vertically above a laptop for a particularly tall multi-tasking experience, or present information to others thanks to a convertible-like hinged build. Not only that, but one of the DualViews' screens is to have touchscreen functionality.

Elon Musk has announced that the site heretofore known as Twitter will "bid adieu" to its former brand identity, iconic blue bird avatar included. Company CEO Linda Yaccarino has touted the announcement as a pivotal stage in the social media platform's evolution into an "everything app" that integrates payments as well as multimedia messaging.

Apparently, Sony will increase the gap between its Xperia 1 and Xperia 5 smartphones this year with its fifth-generation models. Based on a leaked promotional video, Sony is making savings in at least one major area, with the Xperia 5 V lacking three rear-facing cameras like previous models.

Oukitel touts its new RT6 as its "most powerful" rugged Android tablet yet. Its 10.1-inch display is sustained by a battery with a capacity as large as some power banks out there, rated to stay on for no less than 2,250 hours on standby. It has a microSD card slot and RAM that can be extended in its software, although its robust nature comes with one or two potential key weaknesses.

A leaker has outlined the many variants of the Galaxy Tab S9 series that Samsung plans to offer in Europe. Not only has @billbil_kun also confirmed pricing for the Galaxy Tab S9, Galaxy Tab S9 Plus and Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, but they have also outlined pricing for the three tablets' official accessories.

One week after being unveiled, the 4.3-inch Blackview N6000 is now launching globally for US$149.99. After the first 200 units, the price will go up by US$10. This rugged phone that runs Android 13-based DokeOS 3.1 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G99 and sports a 48 MP Samsung ISOCELL GM2 main camera.

The Sony IMX903 is projected to skip even the iPhone 15 series to debut as one of the iPhone 16 Pro series' major upgrades instead. It is joined by what might be an even more powerful sibling, the IMX907, in its latest specs leak. Both mobile device camera sensors are tipped to have relatively large footprints, exhibit advanced auto-focus (AF) and to have an appreciably high pixel density.

Samsung seems nearly ready to move on in terms of its budget Android smartphone offerings already, with a Galaxy A05 apparently poised to take over from the A04 soon. A device by this name has shown up on an independent testing database even though it has yet to launch, suggesting that it might be ready to lead a new generation of Galaxy A handsets into 2024.

Vivo has announced its latest, third-generation custom-designed ISP for the next generation of its premium smartphones. The V3 chip is touted to bring "4K Cinematic Portrait Video" to Android devices for the first time. The X100 and its higher-end siblings may be the first handsets to debut with this new co-processor.

OnePlus's inaugural foldable smartphone, reportedly branded as the "OnePlus Open" is set to launch soon. New leaks have now revealed more information on the foldable, including its launch date, availability, and its hardware credentials.

Lenovo has made its second-gen Android gaming tablet official today (July 22, 2023). The 2023 version of the Y700 comes in two colors and three different RAM/storage SKUs, which may be just part of what helps the new version blow its inaugural predecessor away in terms of performance. Then again, their battery and charging stats remain constant.

The Razr Plus (or Razr 40 Ultra, depending on its region) is Motorola's latest foldable flagship Android smartphone. The OEM has overhauled its design for consumers who want a cover display of the greatest size possible; however, the company clearly did not take YouTubers who would prefer to bend it in the wrong direction into account while doing so, as JerryRigEverything host Zach Nelson has just discovered.

OnePlus is now projected to produce an R variant of its next flagship Android smartphone, as it did with the 11R in 2023. However, this "12R" exhibits even fewer design updates than the "12" as leaked thus far, if anything. Its alleged resemblance to its putative predecessor belies upgrades that may only just start with its processor.