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The Galaxy Watch Ultra has roundly been accused of looking just like its Apple namesake on the outside - however, they are not the same on the inside, according to iFixit. The teardown enthusiasts now indicate that Samsung's Watch Ultra might be the more repairable flagship wearable of the two.

The MediaTek Dimensity 9400 will be launched sometime in October, around when the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is scheduled to drop. It will power high-end phones from Oppo, Vivo, Xiaomi and maybe even Samsung.

A device thought to launch as a successor to the Realme 12 has been registered with Chinese authorities. If so, it will be a profoundly vanilla counterpart to the freshly-launched 13 Pro series of Android smartphones, with much less premium looks and few obvious upgrades. On the other hand, it could be at least as high-end as its top-end siblings in some ways.

A new leak has shed light on the Google Tensor G4's specifications. It will feature an 8-core CPU with new Arm cores, a new Exynos 5G modem and the same Arm Mali GPU found on the Tensor G3.

The 9S Pro is one of a few flagship Android smartphones with the latest Leading Edition of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC on the global market. Now, the brand has finally revealed that it can be ordered for less than $700, even though it has one of the most cutting-edge displays (and flashiest cooling systems) around.

Samsung's Q2 2024 performance report confirms it is working on the Exynos 2500 and even calls it by name. An X leaker says the company has overcome the chip's initial yield issues and that it will debut without any problems.

Realme purports to bring dual 50MP main rear cameras to the masses in the form of its new flagship for the premium mid-range Android smartphone market today (July 30, 2024). The 13 Pro+ also offers a brighter, less curved display and faster charging compared to its predecessor - then again, its more affordable Pro sibling is the one with the most significant internal upgrades.

Qualcomm's new budget smartphone AP, the Snapdragon 4s Gen 2, is now official. It comes with a 8-core CPU, 5G modem, but lacks many features like Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3.

A new leak says the entire Galaxy S25 series will get a much-needed increase in RAM. Apparently, the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25+ could offer up to 12 GB of memory, while the Galaxy S25 Ultra could go as high as 16 GB.

Multiple sources indicate that Samsung's One UI 7.0 software update has been delayed. Initially supposed to debut today (July 29), the software will now be available to Galaxy S24 users at a later date.

The OPPO K12x for the Indian market has the same LED ring flash-equipped camera hump as the OnePlus Nord CE 4, yet will be much cheaper on its release as it starts with just 6GB of RAM, slower charging and an HD+ display. It also has MediaTek Dimensity silicon rather than a Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset - yet might appeal to those who like a dedicated audio port on their new Android 14 smartphone.

A new leak says Huawei's Kirin chip will be more powerful than initially anticipated. It is manufactured on a new SMIC node and could perform on par with a two-generation-old Qualcomm flagship.

Google has already revealed its second-gen foldable smartphone in teaser video form - however, new renders purport to yield another more static look at the upcoming Pixel 9 series flagship. They also suggest that the new device will come in 2 colors and as a stark contrast to its Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 rival.

Realme is currently teasing its 13 Pro-series smartphones as the most premium, advanced Android devices of their line ahead of their imminent launch. Now, it seems that one or both handsets will indeed debut with a generational wired charging upgrade. The OEM has also enhanced them with a new type of Gorilla Glass and more drop resistance - albeit with some caveats.

Apple is projected to launch a new SE version of the iPhone in 2025. Now, the device is also believed to be the first of its series to launch with mobile data powered by an in-house chipset rather than one from Qualcomm as usual. The alleged Slim version of the iPhone 17 is expected to follow in its footsteps shortly thereafter.

OPPO has a lot to offer in terms of new mobile devices for the rest of 2024, according to a famous leaker. Those products include what might be new flagship wireless earbuds and premium mid-range smartphones as well as the third generation of the OEM's top-end tablet. OPPO is also now slated to introduce the latest version of its skin for Android, ColorOS, alongside this hardware.

A new leak has confirmed Google plans to support the Pixel 9 series for a long time. It also shows off some Google AI features such as Add Me and Pixel Screenshot.

Samsung's upcoming mid-range SoC, the Exynos 1580, has shown up on Geekbench. It performs 17% faster than the Exynos 1480 in single-core performance and 9% faster in multi-core.

A new leak says Xiaomi plans to increase the battery capacity massively in one of its upcoming flagships. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra will come with one of the largest batteries found on a high-end smartphone and offer fast charging capabilities to go with it.

Leaked promo images offer a look at the upcoming Google Pixel 9 series, revealing a new design with four color options. The Pixel 9 lineup boasts different display sizes and camera configurations, with the Pixel 9 Pro models sporting higher-resolution sensors. All phones are expected to be powered by the Tensor G4 chip and come with new features like 'Pixel Screenshots' and Emergency SOS. A second leak from @OnLeaks and Android Headlines also revealed high-res renders of the Pixel 9 Pro in all 4 colors.

HMD has shown off two new entry-level smartphones, the HMD Crest and HMD Crest Max. Both phones come with a UNISOC T760 SoC, a 6.67-inch 120 Hz OLED screen and a 5,000 mAh battery. They can be purchased via Amazon sometime around August 15.

Nothing has confirmed its newest mid-range smartphone, the Nothing Phone 2a Plus, will use a MediaTek Dimensity SoC. The phone will be launched soon on July 31.

Prolific leaker Ice Universe says Samsung has no plans to upgrade the Galaxy S25 Ultra's battery specs. Essentially, its specs are indistinguishable from its predecessor.

Reliable analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported that Apple may discontinue the iPhone 17 Plus due to low sales. To fill the gap, they'll introduce an ultra-thin iPhone 17 in late 2025, as speculated previously. This new model will focus on design over top-of-the-line specs, featuring a thin, sleek form factor and a single rear camera. The iPhone 17 'Slim' will also feature a titanium-aluminum alloy metal frame, and an A19 chip.

OPPO's Find X7 Ultra is probably the Xiaomi 13 Ultra's greatest rival in terms of being top-end Android smartphones with round camera humps that dominate vegan leather-covered rear panels. However, the maker of the former is ready to move on from that design in the next generation of its flagship mobile devices, according to the latest rumors.

One of Vivo's next Android smartphones will launch with specs that might have been thought of as high-end just 2 years ago, yet will probably go for a mid-range price in 2024. There is evidence that the V40 Pro will also debut with a bright screen, an on-trend large-capacity battery and a 50MP selfie camera.

A Xiaomi representative revealed that the foldable Mix Flip phone will launch outside China, with Bulgaria among five initial markets in Central and Eastern Europe. The Mix Flip has a dual-display design, a powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, and a 4780mAh battery. Reports hint towards a European launch after August 15, but no concrete final date is available yet. The foldable smartphone will be reportedly priced at €1300/$1400 in Europe, which is a significant bump from its price in China.

iPhone SE 4's production is reportedly picking up in October, and rumors suggest Apple's budget iPhone could launch in early 2025. A possible release around Lunar New Year is expected, or we will have to wait for the traditional March window, just like past SE models. The phone might borrow design elements from the iPhone 16, featuring a larger OLED display and a 48-megapixel rear camera.

A new leak sheds light on Apple's iPhone 17 lineup. It will consist of four SKUs, all of which will launch with a 120 Hz LTPO AMOLED screen, Dynamic Island, and at least 8 GB of RAM.

Industry analyst Ross Young says the Galaxy Tab S10+ and Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra will enter mass production in August and likely hit shelves in October. Young also states Samsung will offer the tablets in two colourways.

A new leak, courtesy of Yogesh Brar, revealed the launch date and availability of the upcoming Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset. The specs are in line with the previously revealed Geekbench listing, which showcased the single-core and multi-core scores of the SoC. Redmi, Realme, Vivo and Motorola will be the first OEMs to incorporate the Gen 3 chip.

The Nubia Z60S Pro appeared in an online promotional image. Unveiling on July 23rd, the Nubia Z60S Pro sports a 35mm main camera and a rumored Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor (as per Geekbench). The device has built-in satellite communication, and it will come in three colors: cyan, white and black.

A new Geekbench listing shows the global Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra running a Dimensity 9300+. This confirms the entire lineup (Galaxy Tab S10+ and Ultra) will launch MediaTek's flagship SoC.

Apple is projected to update the SE version of the iPhone as well as its flagship variants in 2024. The fourth-gen or 2024 iteration of the affordable handset was thought to upgrade to a chassis most like that of the last-gen vanilla iPhone - however, according to a new tip, it will have an even newer design instead.

With a 165Hz pOLED main display, wireless charging and a powerful Qualcomm chipset, the Razr Plus was one of the most advanced clamshell foldable smartphones of 2023. Now, it is cheaper than ever before, as Motorola gears up to celebrate the twentieth anniversary of the original flip phone of the same name.

Xiaomi's first-ever clamshell-style foldable, the Xiaomi Mix Flip, is finally here. It comes with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 4,800 mAh battery and two Leica-branded camera sensors.

Xiaomi has shown off its newest foldable: the Mix Fold 4. It comes with a high-end Qualcomm SoC, a 5,100 mAh battery, four camera sensors and a sleek chassis that measures just 9.47 mm folded. For now, it is available only in China starting at RMB 9,000 (EUR 1,134)

Redmi has finally unleashed the top-end, or Extreme, variant of its flagship K70-series Android smartphones. It comes with an up-to-4,000 nit 1.5K AMOLED screen touted to maintain 144fps gaming. The Dimensity 9300 Plus-powered "Performance Demon" also has a Supreme Champion Edition with custom Lamborghini styling and 24GB of RAM.

To say Nubia is not done with its 2024 series of flagship Android smartphones would be an understatement. The brand has just revealed that the Z60S Pro will debut alongside the top-end Z60 Ultra Leading Version. All signs point to a late July 2024 event in which the two devices will launch with a different version of the same Qualcomm processor apiece.

New leaks from a popular Weibo leaker named Digital Chat Station just revealed many details of the Redmi K70 Ultra Extreme Edition ahead of launch. The device will have multiple variants going from a 12GB RAM + 256GB ROM configuration to a 24GB RAM + 1TB configuration.

Google has released new promotional material for the Pixel 9 Pro. It shows off the phones design, complete with three camera sensors and a thick housing.

LG has announced a Black Friday in July event for 2024, advertising discounts of up to ~24% on a new OLED TV. They include the brand's latest evo C4 and G4 models, touted to offer the best in 4K webOS experiences. Then again, the best deals are only applicable to certain versions of either smart screen.

The Razr Plus 2024 might be the best foldable Android smartphone Motorola has ever released to the US market - however, it might not be the easiest to take apart and put back together, according to a prominent teardown vlogger. Its teardown reveals an internal design comprised of a potentially daunting amount of fiddly parts and fastenings.

A new leak has confirmed the Galaxy Tab S10+ and Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra will launch with a flagship MediaTek SoC. The duo is expected to launch in October alongside the Galaxy S24 FE.

Dummy units for the iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max have reached a major YouTube channel months ahead of the alleged 2024 flagship smartphones' launch. The leak seems to confirm the difference between each member of the Apple iPhone 15 series and its successor, such as how much taller the 16 Pro and Pro Max are supposed to have become.

Samsung is said to be working on the world's thinnest foldable smartphone. It will measure 7 mm when folded, making it thinner than the Galaxy S24.

A rumor indicates the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 series will be unveiled in October with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC expected to power most editions of the high-end tablet.

The MediaTek Dimensity 7350 is now official. It features an eight-core CPU with two Cortex-A715 and six Cortex-A510 CPU cores, an Arm Mali-G610 GPU and support for 6,400 Mbps LPDDR5X memory.