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According to new reports, Samsung is not making as many subtle changes to the Galaxy S23 Ultra as previous leaks suggested would be the case. Instead, a renowned leaker believes that the Galaxy S23 Ultra will look practically identical.

Google may have announced several new software features with the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro, but they may not remain exclusive for long. Soon, some of these new features will be making their way to the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro via a Feature Drop and even to older Pixel smartphones.

Honor has confirmed that it will launch a new GT counterpart its recently-released X40 soon. The 2 versions of the Android smartphone have the same basic design, although the newer GT model has been re-styled so as to evince speed and power. It is tipped to launch with another mid-range Snapdragon 6-series processor, albeit with a possibly improved display refresh rate.

The Xiaomi 13 will be Xiaomi's next high-profile smartphones. More details of the premium devices have now been revealed ahead of its launch, with one notable takeaway being Xiaomi's plans to make the vanilla Xiaomi 13 bigger than its predecessor.

The OnePlus 7, 7 Pro, 7T and 7T Pro Android smartphones are ex-flagships that are only around 3 years old. However, they have not seen a new stable software upgrade for more than a year now. The OEM has now amended this situation with a fresh OTA - then again, it updates the devices to Android 12, not the newer 13 version.

Compared to last year's Pixel 6 lineup, the Google Pixel 7 family comes with a few solid improvements, one of them being the introduction of 10-bit HDR video support. Snapchat and TikTok will both support this on the Pixel 7, thus becoming the first Android apps to do so, with others expected to follow.

Amazfit's wearables started out as fitness trackers with a purely in-house software ecosystem. However, the latest versions of their Zepp OS is playing nicer with more and more third-party apps that the user might want to connect or sync to their health-focused smartwatch. Adidas Running is an example of these that has just become compatible with the new GTR 4 and GTS 4 flagships.

Samsung has released One UI 5 Beta 4 to the Galaxy S22 series. Available as a 1.5 GB download in the US, the latest One UI 5 beta build focuses on bug fixes while removing the multi-user feature that earlier One UI 5 Betas contained.

Google's new Pixel 7 Pro Android flagship smartphone has starred in a new video that demonstrates how to take the new device apart. The process has been shown not to have changed much compared to that for its 6-series predecessor. Then again, the YouTuber in question did not test for the resulting fingerprint reader bugs of yesteryear.

Oppo has expanded the A77 series to include the A77s, a 6.56-inch handset with a 90 Hz display and a 5,000 mAh battery. Also equipped with a Snapdragon 680 chipset, the Oppo A77s arrives with ColorOS 12.1 based on Android 12, among other features.

Infinix has unleashed another mid-range smartphone. Building on the Zero Ultra and the Zero 20, the Infinix Hot 20 5G combines the MediaTek Dimensity 810 with 4 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage and a 5,000 mAh battery. The Infinix Hot 20 5G comes in three colours and retails for US$179.90.

According to a renowned smartphone analyst, Samsung has decided to offer next year's Galaxy S23 series in four colours, mirroring this year's Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy S22 Ultra. Naming all four colours, it seems that Samsung has made some adjustments to the colours in which it currently sells its flagship smartphones.

After a long time, Motorola is now once again offering a high-end smartphone, which shines with a versatile 200 MP camera, strong runtimes and a bright 144 Hz OLED. However, there are also a few equipment gaps. Read the following summary of our review to find out more.

Google continues to tease the Pixel Tablet, which the company has confirmed is the device's official name. Still on track for a 2023 release, the Pixel Tablet will rely on the new Tensor G2 chipset and can double as a Nest Hub Max when needed.

OPPO is now rumored to have yet more new Reno-series Android smartphones to launch before the end of 2022. The allegedly upcoming 9 and 9 Pro are tipped to launch with processors from Qualcomm and MediaTek respectively that can be described as tried-and-tested rather than brand new. They are also expected to land with main cameras that are, while high-res, also nothing new to the market.

The iQOO Neo7 has yet to launch; however, it is said to do so as a new Android smartphone with a top-end MediaTek Dimensity 9000-series SoC, fast charging and a 120Hz display. Now, it has allegedly sneaked its way into a Chinese celebrity's hands ahead of its debut. Should a resulting snap of the device prove genuine, it has a rear camera hump that could have been ported directly from a Vivo X80-series flagship.

Google has finally presented the Pixel 7 Pro, its latest flagship smartphone. Equipped with Tensor G2 and Titan M2 chips, the Pixel 7 Pro is slightly smaller than its predecessor while maintaining many of its features. As expected, Google is offering handsome pre-order deals to tempt people to pick up its latest premium handset.

Infinix has confirmed pricing for the Zero Ultra, a smartphone that can fully recharge its 4,500 mAh battery in 12 minutes. Also equipped with the Samsung ISOCELL HP1 from the Motorola Edge 30 Ultra and the Xiaomi 12T Pro, the Infinix Zero Ultra is available for US$520 with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage.

Infinix has released the Zero 20, a mid-range smartphone powered by the new MediaTek Helio G99 chipset. Also equipped with 8 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of storage, the Infinix Zero 20 will ship with Android 12 and Samsung's well-known ISOCELL HM2 camera sensor, among other features.

According to reports, Motorola is preparing to release a 5G version of the Moto G32. Equipped with a MediaTek chipset instead of a Qualcomm one, the Moto G32 5G seemingly shares many features with its 4G sibling.

Specifications and the design of 'Maui' have leaked online. Supposedly an upcoming entry-level handset, the Motorola 'Maui' is reputed to feature the MediaTek Helio G37 and 3 GB of RAM, plus a 720p display and four cameras.

A report from The Elec states that Samsung has no plans to launch the Galaxy Tab S9 series anytime soon. Development of the high-end Android tablets has been delayed due to "global economic uncertainty".

The Sony Xperia 1 IV may have a lot going for it, but battery life is not one of them. With comparatively slow charging too, the Xperia 1 IV falls short of expectations, particularly given its 5,000 mAh battery. As detailed battery life analysis demonstrates, the Xperia 1 IV needs recharging significantly sooner than its peers.

The Galaxy Z Fold 4 impresses in our test with a robust and proven design. However, not much has changed compared to the Fold3. A new XXL foldable smartphone with a more user-friendly display format would have complemented the foldable Samsung lineup in a useful way.

A new camera test published earlier today doesn't test the actual photographic chops of the most high-profile flagship phones on the market. Instead, it focuses on shutter lag—an important camera quality, especially for those who photograph dynamic subjects like pets.

Google has announced that the Pixel Watch will be able to use its own first-party Home UI in advance. The full mobile device version of the same app also has a new UI now, intended to streamline access to a user's domestic accessories and equipment. It also has a dedicated automation tab intended to help make a home as smart on its own as possible.

Google has somewhat quietly added a new version of its Nest Doorbell to its Store. This refreshed version runs on wired power, and is rated to send the telemetry from its inbuilt to the user in a 4:3 aspect-ratio, rated for improved vigilance over things such as packages. It can also record video for up to 10 days on end; however, this feature requires an additional Nest subscription.

The Google Tensor G2-powered Pixel 7 Pro has been tested on AnTuTu. It scores 801,116 points in the benchmark, putting it well behind every modern-day flagship (and some non-flagship) SoCs from Qualcomm and MediaTek.

The Simple Phone is aimed at those who want a smartphone free of interference from Google. Instead, the Simple Phone ships with SimpleOS, an open-source OS based on Android 11 that ships with F-Droid, not the Google Play Store.

Huawei has introduced the Nova 10 SE, a mid-range smartphone that fits some impressive hardware within its 7.39 mm chassis. Powered by the Snapdragon 680, the Huawei Nova 10 SE features a 108 MP primary camera, 66 W fast charging and a 90 Hz display.

Xiaomi has sought to assure fans of the extent of software coverage for the Xiaomi 12T and Xiaomi 12T Pro, such is the importance of software support among Android OEMs these days. While Xiaomi promises four years of software support for the Xiaomi 12T series, its decision to launch the pair on Android 12 leaves a lot to be desired.

The Poco X4 Pro was widely considered to be something of a disappointment in part due to the unimpressive Snapdragon 695 it was equipped with. According to new information, the Poco X5 is on the way—and it could arrive with a much more powerful chipset.

According to a new report, Google has tweaked numerous camera specifications between the Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 series, including the upcoming Pixel 7 Pro. From FoV changes to a worse telephoto camera for the Pixel 7 Pro, it seems that not all alterations are for the better.

Google has released the October update for Pixel smartphones, including the recent Pixel 6a. While it has reached the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL, it appears to be the pair's last guaranteed update, three years on from their release.

Some new information about the Galaxy S23+ and Galaxy S23's cameras has emerged online. They will feature the same 12 MP ultra-wide-angle and 10 MP telephoto lens from the previous generation but upgrade the selfie camera module to a 12 MP sensor.

The Pixel 7 series of flagship Android smartphones is slated to launch on October 6, 2022 - or just a couple of days from now. Nevertheless, the leaks that purport to reveal how both new devices will look are still coming in. The latest includes images that seem to act as quick-start guides - which, should that be the case, suggests that Google has had a significant change of heart concerning an often-contentious area of its mobile device specs.

Xiaomi has unveiled the Redmi Pad, a mid-range Android tablet that comes in two memory configurations and three colours. Available from €279.90 until October 7, the Redmi Pad features a large 90 Hz display and a MediaTek Helio G99 chipset.

Xiaomi has revealed the Xiaomi 12T series, consisting of the Xiaomi 12T and Xiaomi 12T Pro. Both equipped with tempting hardware for smartphone fans, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is more geared toward those who want a flagship smartphone without paying the current going rate for flagship smartphones. The Xiaomi 12T series is orderable from today with pre-order bonus, including a free Redmi Pad.

Initial camera details for the Galaxy A54 have leaked, signalling a change from its predecessors. While Samsung has persisted with the same 64 MP sensor for three generations, the Galaxy A54 is rumoured to be moving onto pastures new, among other changes.

The A16 Bionic on the iPhone 14 Pro duo has now been put through a series of tests in an attempt to gauge its GPU performance. While the chipset does outperform its peers, it fails to deliver noticeable improvements in raw performance versus its predecessor, the A15 Bionic.

According to reports, Sony is looking to build on the variable zoom camera included in this year's Xperia 1 IV. Additionally, the Xperia 1 V may borrow from the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max by re-using their 48 MP primary cameras.

Samsung is said to have upgraded its entire S series of Android smartphones (rather than just its Ultra variant as usual) in terms of looks for its upcoming 2023 generation. Now, a famous leaker claims to have dug up images of "protective cases" made to fit one of these devices. Its rear camera cut-outs suggest that the vanilla flagship has indeed made a departure from its S22 forebear.

The RedMagic 7 is one of the very few premium Android smartphones on the international market with an industry-leading 165Hz refresh rate for its AMOLED display. Now, it is available at US$50 off its original global launch price. Its Pro counterpart, which has upgraded to an under-display camera in 2022, is also now on sale.

OnePlus has announced its ColorOS update schedule for October 2022. This list of smartphones eligible for either public beta or stable builds of the Android skin's latest 13 version during that month shows that there are just 2 devices in the latter category. It might only apply to units sold in China, yet could influence how soon international 9-series users will see stable OxygenOS 13.