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The Abxylute will be another 7-inch Android gaming handheld. Apparently launching later this quarter for US$200, the Abxylute will look to take on the likes of the Logitech G Cloud as a cloud gaming-first device.

Motorola has announced the Moto E13, a cheaper option to the also new Moto G13, Moto G23, Moto G53 and Moto G73. The Moto E13 features the same chipset as the Moto E32, as well as a 5,000 mAh battery and Android 13 (Go Edition), among other things.

Motorola has presented four new smartphones under the Moto G series. The Moto G13, Moto G23, Moto G53 and Moto G73 are all orderable now in the Eurozone. Motorola intends to offer the four smartphones in select Asian and Latin American countries, too.

A new leak has now revealed most relevant hardware details of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra. Screenshots from the Device Info HW app on a rogue unit of the S23 Ultra confirm the presence of the 200 MP ISOCELL HP2, new ultra-wide-angle and selfie camera sensors, and most importantly, a special variant of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.

Press images of the Samsung Galaxy M54 have leaked online ahead of the device's official launch. Sporting a different design to the Galaxy M53, the Galaxy M54 is expected to land shortly after Samsung presents the Galaxy S23 series.

The Xiaomi 13 Ultra is projected to arrive as an upgrade on the OEM's current Leica-branded flagship Android smartphone, the 12S Ultra, soon. Now, according to the latest tips, it has surfaced in a way that reveals its Chinese- and global-market model numbers. On that note, there is potential bad news for Indian fans of super-premium camera-heavy mobile devices to be found in this new leak.

Pricing and specifications have leaked for the Moto G13, another upcoming Moto Gx3 series smartphone. The Moto G13 will match the Moto G23 in many areas, albeit for an alleged 25% lower starting price.

According to a new leak, Xiaomi is currently working on its next-gen mainstream tablets. These devices, expected to be the Xiaomi Pad 6 and Xiaomi 6 Pro, are tipped to debut with Snapdragon 800-series SoCs and could launch in Q2 alongside the Xiaomi 13 Ultra.

Leaks have highlighted the Moto G23, one of Motorola's forthcoming mid-range smartphones for 2023. Reputedly, the Motorola Moto G23 will be available in three colourways, all from €199 with 128 GB of storage. Other specifications have leaked too, including the device's SoC.

Following the hands-on leaks of the Galaxy S23 Ultra yesterday, camera samples from the February 1-bound flagship have now also leaked, showcasing the phone's apparently improved low-light and zoom camera performance.

BOOX touts its latest 13.3-inch Android e-reader as one with the GPU power to confer the "Super Refresh Technology" necessary to make different tasks such as scrolling or note-taking as "smooth" as it can. The Tab X also benefits from a "clearer" screen and a "larger" battery, despite also being slimmer than its last-gen counterpart of the same size and starting price.

Xiaomi has begun distributing MIUI 14 to the Xiaomi 12, having already made the Xiaomi 12 Lite eligible for the Android 13-based update. With promised design and performance improvements, MIUI 14 should be a breath of fresh air for devices released with MIUI 13. MIUI 14 eligibility should soon expand to the Redmi K50 series, Xiaomi 12 Pro, Xiaomi 12S series and Xiaomi Mix Fold 2, too.

The Galaxy S23 Ultra has now made its first live appearance ahead of its February 1 launch. The flagship phone was outed by a retail store, allegedly in Nicaragua, with the store showcasing the phone's design in a hands-on video as well as sharing an early zoom camera test.

Xiaomi's main mobile device sub-brand Redmi is said to augment its new Note 12 line of smartphones with a new Turbo Edition soon. The variant is thought to resemble its siblings in some ways, albeit with potentially better and newer specs than some. It is also now tipped to launch with hardware missing from the series thus far.

The Galaxy A14 is Samsung's first Android smartphone of 2023, and may end up becoming one of its most affordable handsets of the year. Now, as a new teardown video has demonstrated, it may also be one of the OEM's most user-serviceable devices for some time, having dropped one of the most independent repair-unfriendly internal assembly features out there.

The Realme GT Neo 5 is already being touted as its brand's next smartphone with the most premium charging tech as an option at launch. Now, according to a new leak, this new spec will be paired to those geared for speed in other areas as well. They may include generous amounts of RAM, an OLED display and the latest software out of the box.

The Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro is not for weak arms. After all, the tablet weighs at least 674 grams and even more with the protective case and pen. But it also offers many unusual advantages.

A next-generation TicWatch Pro smartwatch is nearing release. Launching later this year with the Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 chipset, the TicWatch Pro 5 will also contain a digital crown as Mobvoi looks to update the looks of the TicWatch Pro series. The TicWatch Pro 5 will be one of the first smartwatches to launch with Wear OS 3, too.

OnePlus has debuted the China-only version of its new flagship Android smartphone with faster charging compared to its 10 Pro predecessor. However, according to the latest leaks, this is not to be the case for all regions on the 11's upcoming global launch. The spec downgrade is, yet again, projected to affect potential buyers in the US and Canada.

Honor is now confirmed to hold an exhibition at the upcoming MWC 2023 event. This news has led to speculation that the OEM will debut its latest Magic5 series of Android flagship smartphones during the event. The potentially premium devices allegedly have a new launch teaser with wording that indicates their intention to go toe-to-toe with Samsung's Galaxy S23 line-up.

The POCO X5 is moving closer to release, with the upcoming handset seen being used by an Indian international cricketer. Due for release in multiple markets, the POCO X5 is expected to be a re-branded Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition with a Snapdragon 778G chipset, a 120 Hz OLED display and three rear-facing cameras, among other features.

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra will come equipped with a new 200 MP camera. This sensor, the ISOCELL HP2, has a physical size of 1/1.3", falling short of a type 1-inch sensor like the IMX989 on phones like the Vivo X90 Pro and Xiaomi 13 Pro. Apparently, Samsung has a reason for that decision.

AYA NEO has showcased the Pocket AIR, its first Android-based gaming handheld. Available later this year, the Pocket AIR will feature a 5.5-inch OLED display and an ARM-based chipset, among other features.

RedMagic touts its latest premium smartphone as a serious device for serious Android gamers. It is also now the first 2023 flagship to undergo the famous JerryRigEverything durability test on YouTube. Can it keep its under-display selfie camera, active fan-powered cooling and iPhone-esque chassis together under this onslaught?

While the US market is yet to receive phones with Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, the flagship chipset can be expected to be something of a monster, with class-leading GPU performance over even Apple's A16 Bionic on the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max being confirmed by both synthetic benchmarks and real-world gaming tests.

ASUS has released Android 13 updates for its last-generation flagship smartphones. Available to download now as an OTA or a full update package, WW-33.0210.0210.210 brings the Zenfone 8, ASUS 8z and the Zenfone 8 Flip up from Android 12 in what could be their final major OS update.

OnePlus is projected to launch a cut-price version of its latest flagship Android smartphone as the 11R, or the Ace 2 for the Chinese market. The latter has allegedly shown up on the same country's official 3C electronics regulatory database in a potential last-ditch leak ahead of its launch. Meanwhile, a possible explanation for its updated looks and specs has emerged.

Pre-order info, pricing, and even the spec sheet of the Samsung Galaxy S23 series leaked yesterday. It appears one detail in the leaked spec sheet may have been inaccurate, though, with word on the grapevine indicating the reality of the matter to be a significant positive.

The entire Galaxy S23 Ultra spec sheet has been highlighted by a new leak. Key features include a 6.8-inch QHD+ 120 Hz AMOLED panel, a 200 MP ISOCELL HP2 camera sensor, a 5,000 mAh battery with 45 W fast charging and up to 1 TB of storage.

A leak has revealed the complete specs of the Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23+. Both phones will feature identical camera setups (50 MP + 10 MP + 12 MP), a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, and an FHD+ 120 Hz AMOLED display. Samsung will unveil both phones and the Galaxy S23 Ultra at Galaxy Unpacked on February 1.

The Oppo Find N2 Flip is edging towards a global release. Having recently received several global certifications, the device has now surfaced on Geekbench. The global version of the Find N2 Flip will still be available with a powerful chipset, with the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ on hand to deliver flagship performance.

The Find X6 Pro is an allegedly upcoming Android flagship smartphone said to challenge rivals such as the Xiaomi 13 Pro with purpose-driven, high-end rear cameras. Now, its new leak draws attention to these specs as it implies that the smartphone will launch with a finish option that combines different colors and textures in a way that converges around its revamped camera hump.

iQOO India has announced that the iQOO Neo7 is to become its next Amazon Special later in 2023. The smartphone launched with MediaTek's second-newest flagship-grade SoC, a main rear camera customized by its OEM and triple-figure wattage for its large battery. Will all of these impressive specs make it to its new market?

Tecno touts the Phantom X2 Pro as the world's first ever Android smartphone to launch with real mechanical zoom for its main rear camera. Now, this inaugural "retractable portrait lens" device is coming to Amazon - albeit in India only. Its first commercial release is set to start in mid-January 2023 with high-end specs to go with its cutting-edge feature.

A hands-on video has shown what to expect from the Pixel Fold and many of its important features. Google's first foldable smartphone bears a closer resemblance to the Oppo Find N and Find N2 than the Galaxy Z Fold4, with a more compact design and no gap when the device is folded shut.

Google is apparently developing an Apple AirTag alternative under its Nest brand. Codenamed 'Grogu', the tag will support Bluetooth Low Energy, Google Fast Pair and ultra-wideband connectivity for maximum coverage.

Going by word on the grapevine, Qualcomm has two new chipsets in the works. Both SoCs are models in the Snapdragon 7 series, with the first expected to debut in a few months, likely as the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 1.

The Galaxy A53 5G can now be purchased for US$299, down from its US$449.99 retail price. The Galaxy A53 5G combines a 120 Hz AMOLED display, an Exynos 1280 chipset and a 5,000 mAh battery, among other features.

The Find X6 is thought to launch soon with most of the latest flagship Android smartphone features from the brand OPPO. Now, according to its latest leak, the theory extends to its display too. Then again, it is thought to come with a new top-end eye-care feature for its curved display.

RedMagic has unleashed a combination of forward-looking AMOLED display technology, cutting-edge internals and a disproportionate amount of battery in the form of the 8 Pro (Global Edition). It also stands out due to its "sci-fi-inspired" design, with an exposed, active and RGB-lit fan in its higher-end Void SKU. The international market's latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 flagship smartphone will start at under US$700 on its release.

Poco has its hands full with multiple smartphone launches in the works. First, the brand is set to debut the Poco X5 series shortly, with details of both phones now surfacing in the wild. In a few months, though, the Poco F5 will arrive as the latest entry in Poco's popular sub-premium lineup.

Motorola is now rumored to release a new mid-range Android 13 smartphone soon. The alleged Moto G73 is depicted as looking a lot like many of its 2022 siblings, albeit with possible upgrades in some respects. It is also thought to have on-point dual rear cameras, yet retain a 3.5mm jack and a microSD card slot.

LeTV's new S1 Pro has launched with a suspiciously familiar, supposedly premium, design that even has an updated pill-shaped punch-hole selfie camera to complete the effect. The OEM claims that it is integrated into the UI with a number of useful features such as media controls. However, it starts at under US$150 in its native market.

While the Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro are set to launch globally at MWC next month, it appears Xiaomi may be taking its time with the more premium Xiaomi 13 Ultra. According to word on the grapevine, the line-leading model could debut as late as April instead.

Skagen has reportedly started to push Wear OS 3 to its latest Falster Gen 6 smartwatch. However, numerous users have found that the hotly-awaited software upgrade has arrived without some features they may have expected. Furthermore, they also claim that others they had gotten used to on the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 Plus-powered wearable are now gone.