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Samsung has now confirmed its plans to launch the Exynos 2600 soon. The chipset will arrive as a successor to the lackluster Exynos 2500 but could be Samsung's first competitive flagship chipset in years, and is expected to feature on the Galaxy S26 series.

Two of Sony's next Xperia smartphones have surfaced in new listings. Presumed to be the Xperia 1 VIII and cheaper Xperia 10 VIII, the listings offer a few indications about the state of their global release plans ahead of time.

Google will release major operating system updates twice a year going forward, and the latest Android 16 update marks the debut of this new release schedule. Users of compatible Google Pixel smartphones are the first to get access to many new features.

The OnePlus 15 promises significantly longer battery life than its predecessor thanks to its 7,300 mAh battery,but does it live up to this promise in everyday use? Our detailed battery life test reveals how the smartphone actually performs in various usage scenarios.

The Oppo Find X9 impresses with its high-quality build and powerful Hasselblad camera system. However, it harbors significant weaknesses in the cooling of its high-performance top-of-the-line SoC. In this article, we explain how the massive loss of performance under load actually manifests itself in benchmarks and everyday use.

According to new reports, Oppo has begun testing its next foldable in India. While a key market for sister company OnePlus, a leaker believes that there is a good chance that availability of the OnePlus Open 2 in the same market is not guaranteed either.

Oppo has launched a new smartphone to its existing A6 series lineup, the A6x 5G. The smartphone comes with a Dimensity 6300 chipset, a 120 Hz display, a 13 MP primary camera, and a decent 6,500 mAh battery with 45 W wired charging support. It’s now available in olive green and ice blue color options in India.

Apple is expected to finally enter the foldable market soon with the so-called iPhone Fold. While official confirmation is likely still almost a year away, Samsung's rumoured alternative has now appeared on GSMA databases with a mysterious 'H8' codename and a model number distinct from recent Galaxy Z Flip or Galaxy Z Fold generations.

Anbernic has now confirmed initial details about its next retro gaming release. A return to vertical handhelds, the Anbernic RG477V is the spiritual successor to last year's RG406V but is rumoured to have enough under the hood to handle even Nintendo Wii U games.

The Redmi Note 15 series became official in China in August 2025, and the mid-range lineup is expected to make a global debut soon. However, per a recent leak, it seems that the international variants of the phones will see some downgrades.

Sidephone’s new compact QWERTY keypad packs a 5×5 grid of predictive keys into the same footprint as its existing tiles, promising faster typing without bloating the phone. It slots into the modular bay, costs US$29, and is slated to ship in March 2026.

OnePlus' upcoming Pad Go 2 tablet has shown up on Geekbench. It is powered by a mid-range, 5G-ready MediaTek SoC and 8 GB RAM.

The OnePlus 15R is set to launch as the first Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 flagship phone for the international market. Ahead of the imminent launch, the company has shared more about this global Ace 6T rebrand.

Xiaomi kicked off the stable HyperOS 3 rollout for the Note lineup with the Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus 5G and Note Pro 5 in mid-November. Now, the company is expanding the Android 16 update to the base Redmi Note 14 4G.

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is finally official. For now, it is only available in South Korea, and it will be released only in a handful of markets afterwards.

The Find X9 Pro currently puts its competitors to shame with a 7,500 mAh battery. According to a new report, that could change with the Vivo X300 Ultra, which is said to be gracing global audiences early next year, too.

Samsung’s Galaxy Tab A11+ 5G variant is now officially available in India. The mid-range Android tablet features a 90 Hz display, a MediaTek MT8775 chipset, an 8 MP rear camera, and a 7,040 mAh battery with 25 W wired charging support.

Alldocube has introduced another affordable tablet, the iPlay 70 SE. It's powered by the Unisoc T310, runs on Android 15 out of the box, has a microSD slot, and features a 10.1-inch screen. The pad is currently available for under $100 on AliExpress.

OnePlus has announced that the Hole-Pattern Magnetic case that launched with the OnePlus 13s will also be released for the OnePlus Ace 6T. The case, which has built-in magnets, will not only provide protection but also allow owners to attach it to magnetic accessories.

Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy S26 series in early 2026, and the upcoming lineup is set to bring a few upgrades over the last-gen phones. A hidden code within One UI 8.5 has seemingly confirmed that faster wireless charging will be one of them.

The Honor Magic 8 Pro is among the first phones that are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. About a month after its Chinese debut, the camera flagship is now officially landing outside China, with Malaysia being the first.

The OnePlus Ace 6T, which will launch as the OnePlus 15R in other regions, will be getting an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner like the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 15. The phone will also have other display features, such as glove mode and Aqua Touch 2.0.

Many details about the Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Galaxy S26 Plus and compact Galaxy S26 are already known at this point, so it is time to compare them with their predecessors. A leaker is sending a clear message to Samsung fans around the world, because the upgrades will probably not be major in most cases.

A leak has revealed the existence of a special edition of the Motorola Edge 70. Made in collaboration with Swarovski and Pantone, the Motorola Edge 70 Swarovski Edition is expected to be unveiled soon.

The Redmi Note 16 series is expected to launch in China in early 2026, and way ahead of an official announcement, a notable leaker is hinting that the upcoming Pro+ model could sport a 200 MP primary camera.

The OnePlus 15's camera system has suffered some setbacks this year: no more Hasselblad branding and less light-sensitive lenses. Can the new Lumo engine compensate for these shortcomings?

Fossibot has unveiled the F113 smartphone with a Dimensity 7050 chip, 12 GB RAM, 256 GB storage, a 120 Hz LCD, and a massive 20,000 mAh battery. It features a 32 MP front camera, 50 MP rear camera, 5 MP macro camera, and a 64 MP night vision camera.

TENAA has released images of the RedMagic 11 Air ahead of its debut, revealing key design changes. The photos also show that the phone may have a cooling fan, unlike its predecessor

Ayaneo has shared global release plans for its latest vertical retro gaming handheld. The announcement comes just days after the company confirmed full device specifications for the Ayaneo Pocket Vert too.

Xiaomi has just released four new Poco-branded devices, including the Poco F8 Pro and Poco F8 Ultra. Alongside this, the company has now revealed an amended global HyperOS 3 Rollout Schedule. Surprisingly, the new Poco Pad M1 and Poco Pad M1 have appeared near the bottom of the list.

OnePlus has shared more details about what will become the OnePlus 15R later this month. While the company has focused on battery and charging technologies, China Telecom has revealed cameras, display hardware and more specifications ahead of time.

It seems that Xiaomi will be advertising its next Photography Kit as being a quasi-power bank when it launches next month alongside the Xiaomi 17 Ultra. According to a respected leaker, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra may launch with a different 1-inch type camera sneos than previous rumours suggested, though.

Many media players have tried to top the Nvidia Shield TV Pro since its 2019 debut. Even today, a fast processor and plentiful ports make it the best streaming device for demanding viewers. For Black Friday, the Shield TV Pro is $30 off during an Amazon sale, with the potential for more savings.

The Epic Games Store has started a new giveaway for Android and iOS gamers. Available to claim now for a limited time, Universe for Sale has received an Editors' Choice Award on iOS but comes with a performance warning for older iPhones.

This year, Samsung launched two black versions of the Galaxy S25 Ultra. According to a renowned leaker, Samsung will finally make an all-black version of the Ultra available for general purchase next with the Galaxy S26 Ultra, removing the need to purchase from the company directly.

Earlier reports claimed Samsung could be preparing the Galaxy S27 Ultra to launch with a new 200 MP sensor from Sony. That sensor has now been released but new information indicates Samsung's future flagship will not be an adopter.

The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite smartphone is now officially available in India. Available in white, black, and blue color options, the smartphone features a 120 Hz AMOLED display, a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro 5G processor, a 50 MP primary camera, and a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 33 W wired and 5 W reverse wired charging.

The Ace 6T is set to launch outside China as the OnePlus 15R, and just ahead of the Chinese launch, the gaming performance of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 phone has been showcased.

Motorola could be replacing the Moto G Power soon with a successor. While a year could separate the pair, the Moto G Power (2026) closely resembles its predecessor following allegedly misplaced recent leaks about a new Moto G Stylus.

An early sighting of an unreleased Galaxy A series smartphone has appeared. Possibly the Galaxy A37, a benchmark leak indicates that Samsung plans to use an older Exynos chipset last seen almost two years ago.

The stable HyperOS 3 rollout is progressing at its usual pace, and almost all the global devices from the first batch have received the Android 16 update. Now, the Xiaomi 13 series, which debuted in 2022, has entered internal testing.

The Magic 8 Ultra has been spotted sporting a massive charging upgrade on recent Honor flagships. Easily surpassing the iPhone 17 Pro Max, Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Pixel 10 Pro XL in this regard too, the Magic 8 Ultra is expected to debut after the Xiaomi 17 Ultra but with significantly faster charging than Xiaomi's next flagship as well.

Motorola is seemingly gearing up to launch the 2026 Moto G Stylus. Ahead of any formal announcement, the live images of the mid-range phone have surfaced, showcasing a familiar design with a flat display and relatively slim bezels. Update: the live images could be of the 2026 Moto G Power instead.

Unlike the Edge 60 series, the Edge 70 series will have an ultra model that will be sold as the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra. While there are a lot of unknown details, a renowned leaker has disclosed the chipset that will power the Motorola flagship.

The Legion Tab 3 just hit an all-time low for Black Friday. With Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 power and great thermals, it’s built for serious gaming. If you’ve been eyeing a portable powerhouse Android tablet, this is a seriously good deal.

Infinix is preparing a high-profile design partnership for its upcoming flagship smartphone series, focused on elevating its premium market position and expanding its global presence within the highly competitive Android smartphone sector.

The wait is over for OnePlus's next performance monster. The OnePlus Ace 6T (global 15R) with its powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip just got an official launch date. Confirmed specs include a massive 8,000+mAh battery and top-tier durability.