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This is allegedly the upcoming OnePlus Z

Alleged OnePlus Z hands-on image showcases hole-punch display, optical fingerprint scanner, and more

Here's our first look at what could be OnePlus' yet-to-be-announced OnePlus Z. The hole-punch camera looks a lot like the one on the Galaxy S20, and the device appears to have a non-curved screen. OnePlus will reportedly unveil th...

Anil Satyanarayana, 30 Apr 2020 14:50

The Redmi K30i is expected to be an affordable 5G smartphone from Xiaomi. (Image source: TENAA)

Xiaomi's Redmi K30i 5G smartphone specs and images found in TENAA listing

A 5G smartphone from Xiaomi has recently appeared in the TENAA database that could end up being the rumored Redmi K30i. The device has the model number M2001G7AC and the certification from the Chinese authority confirms this phone...

Daniel R Deakin, 30 Apr 2020 09:45

The RTX 3080 Ti could be a monster by these proposed specifications. (Image source: NVIDIA via Wccftech)

Rumour | NVIDIA Ampere GPUs to feature up to 8,192 CUDA cores, 256 RT cores, 1,024 tensor cores and 16 Gbps VRAM; RTX 3080 Ti to arrive before RTX 3060

Apparently launching in Q4 2020, the proposed specifications for the RTX 3080 Ti would make it significantly more powerful than any current consumer desktop GPU. The RTX 3080, RTX 3070 and RTX 3060 do not seem half bad either, tho...

Alex Alderson, 29 Apr 2020 23:03

The new Realme Watch render. (Source: XDA)

The Realme Watch: renders for this brand's very own Apple Watch clone emerge online

An XDA contributor claims to have "exclusive" access to info on Realme's 2nd-gen wearable. This product will apparently simply be called the brand's Watch, as with other OEM's answer to Apple's device of this category. The new lea...

Deirdre O Donnell, 29 Apr 2020 18:13

June 4 has now been offered up as the best bet for a PS5 reveal event. (Image source: LetsGoDigital/Snoreyn)

PlayStation 5 news: Finally, a sensible placeholder price; more possible launch and reveal dates; and some spurious PS5 reveal event details

An Italian retailer has provided a new placeholder price for the PlayStation 5, and at €450 (US$488) it seems to be one of the more sensible estimates made lately for the next-gen console. The same source has provided a potential ...

Daniel R Deakin, 29 Apr 2020 15:31

Pixel 4a will hit the shelves on May 22nd

Google Pixel 4a slated for a late May release, according to leaked documents

With Google I/O 2020 canceled entirely, there was some uncertainty around the Google Pixel 4a series' release date. Internal documents sourced from Vodafone Germany indicate that Google's upcoming Pixel 4a will hit the shelves on ...

Anil Satyanarayana, 29 Apr 2020 15:27

Major OEMs are reportedly planning to clear stock of RTX 20 series cards (Image source: NVIDIA)

Rumor | This could be the best time to buy an RTX 2080 Ti: Asus, Gigabyte, and MSI are reportedly planning to clear NVIDIA GeForce RTX Turing stock: GeForce RTX 3080, RTX 3070 set to take on AMD RDNA2 cards in Q3 2020

A report by China Times indicates that Asus, MSI, and Gigabyte-leading Taiwanese OEMs-are all trying to clear their inventory of NVIDIA GeForce RTX 20 series Turing cards to make way for the arrival of the RTX 3080 and RTX 3070 in...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 29 Apr 2020 14:30

The Redmi Note 9 Pro can support 18 W fast charging. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Rumor | Redmi Note 10 and Redmi Note 10 Pro are the new 5G smartphones with MediaTek Dimensity 800 SoCs that Xiaomi is preparing to release

It has been reported that Xiaomi is working on two new 5G smartphones that will soon be released as the Redmi Note 10 and Redmi Note 10 Pro. The two devices will apparently feature processors from MediaTek’s Dimensity 800 series a...

Daniel R Deakin, 29 Apr 2020 12:31

The Exynos 990 has disappointed. (Source: Samsung)

Galaxy Note 20: New leak claims Samsung's next flagship will be powered by an Exynos 992

The Exynos 990 used on the global Galaxy S20 phones has come under fire for poor sustained performance and efficiency, and it would seem that Samsung plans to ditch it. The South Korean company is reportedly working on a 6nm Exyno...

Ricci Rox, 29 Apr 2020 11:12

The PS5 should be put on sale in Holiday 2020. (Image source: LetsGoDigital/Snoreyn)

Updated | PlayStation 5 fans eagerly hop on the hype train as Official PlayStation Magazine sparks speculation of a PS5 reveal in May

A page from the digital version of the latest edition of Official PlayStation Magazine (OPM) has whipped many PlayStation 5 fans into a frenzy in regard to the potential of an upcoming reveal event for the next-gen console. While ...

Daniel R Deakin, 29 Apr 2020 11:12

Apple certifies new TWS earbuds. (Source: FCC)

Apple certifies new TWS earbuds, could be next-gen Powerbeats Pro

Some new TWS earbuds from Apple have passed through Federal Communications Commission (FCC) testing. These products are not new AirPods, however: their new certification lets their Beats branding slip, in addition to the fact they...

Deirdre O Donnell, 28 Apr 2020 20:46

OnePlus Z: The image speaks for itself. (Image source: @MaxJmb)

OnePlus Z release slips to Q3 2020

Initially slated for late Q2 2020, rumour has it that the OnePlus Z has slipped into Q3 2020, instead. Likely arriving a few months before the OnePlus 8T series, the OnePlus Z is expected to be based on the Dimensity 1000, MediaTe...

Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2020 19:55

Leaked image of the Huawei Mate 40 Pro. (Source: @RODENT950)

Huawei Mate 40 Pro touted to feature a "freeform" lens for improved ultra-wide-angle camera performance

Huawei uses a massive 1/1.54" sensor on its ultra-wide-angle shooters, but has been unable to pair it with a lens that can provide an industry-competitive field of view. Things are expected to change with the upcoming Mate 40 Pro,...

Ricci Rox, 28 Apr 2020 10:45

An alleged press invite for the Meizu 17 Pro. (Source: GizmoChina)

Rumor | The Pro version of the Meizu 17 will have wireless charging

Meizu's trailers for its upcoming 17 flagship phone have also incidentally confirmed numerous rumors about this device. However, there is 1 leak it has yet to acknowledge: the one concerning an additional Pro variant. An eminent l...

Deirdre O Donnell, 27 Apr 2020 21:01

The LG Velvet as it appears on the WPC site. (Source: WPC)

A new leak confirms wireless charging in the LG Velvet

The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) has just certified the upcoming LG Velvet as a device that uses wireless charging. It will do so at an unprepossessingly standard rate of 10 watts (W). Nevertheless, this can now be added to the...

Deirdre O Donnell, 27 Apr 2020 15:51

The Samsung Galaxy A20s. (Source: Samsung)

The Samsung Galaxy A21s may have leaked in greater detail

A new leak from a respected tipster purports to spill more specs for the Samsung Galaxy A21s, a rumored variant of the A21 that may have a vastly different SoC. The phone is also now said to have a different screen size, more stor...

Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Apr 2020 23:03

HTC's latest phones are distinctly budget-oriented. (Source: HTC)

HTC is headed back into the smartphone game with a "Desire 20 Pro": new leak

A possible new mobile device by HTC has been spotted on Geekbench 5. However, despite its alleged "Pro" moniker, its specs are arguably lower-end in 2020 terms. They appear to consist of an older Snapdragon 6-series processor and ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Apr 2020 21:41

The Meizu 17 is to launch with fast charging. (Source: Weibo)

Meizu teases its upcoming 17 flagship with specs such as 30W charging and UFS 3.1

Meizu has confirmed that its upcoming Snapdragon 865-based premium device, the 17 5G, will launch on May 8, 2020. In the meantime, it is hyping the new phone up with a series of posters capturing its more compelling specs. They in...

Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Apr 2020 18:59

The Xiaomi 'swivel-cam' phone. (Source: CNIPA via LetsGoDigital)

A new Xiaomi patent may take the main-camera selfie trend to a whole new level

Xiaomi has reportedly filed a patent for a wholly new kind of phone design with the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA). This property allows for the top part of its screen to swivel all the way around so t...

Deirdre O Donnell, 25 Apr 2020 20:07

The next-gen Galaxy Watch may be here soon. (Source: Samsung)

A new leak hints at the launch of a 2020 Samsung Galaxy Watch

Samsung has reportedly had a new product certified with the MIIT regulator in China. Based on its model number, it is likely to be a full-screened wearable. Therefore, a successor for the Galaxy Watch Active 2 may be in the offing...

Deirdre O Donnell, 25 Apr 2020 19:36

The Reno line may be getting a new member soon. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO trademarks the name "Reno Glow" in Europe

OPPO has filed an intriguing new trademark with the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO). Based on the series of products it appears to be associated with, it may turn out to be a new phone. However, there are other...

Deirdre O Donnell, 25 Apr 2020 18:24

The PS5 could be a "stack console" similar in form to the PS4. (Image source: LetsGoDigital/Snoreyn)

PlayStation 5 news: Fan-made heat sink render offers final design clues; no, GamesRadar didn't just leak the console; new PS5 revelation rumored for next week

Fan-made renders based on what is believed to be a patent for the PlayStation 5’s heat sink has led some to believe the console may emulate the PS4 in design. A brief glimpse of a “PS5” in a video from GamesRadar temporarily had f...

Daniel R Deakin, 25 Apr 2020 12:07

A new Mate series smartphone, this early? (Image source: Huawei)

Rumour | Huawei plans to launch a new high-end Mate series smartphone next month

Huawei has two flagship series, the P and the Mate series. Typically refreshed yearly in Q1 and Q3 or Q4 respectively, the Mate series is not due until September at the earliest. However, rumour has it that Huawei is reviving the ...

Alex Alderson, 24 Apr 2020 23:28

The Realme X2 Pro may get a successor...sort of. (Source: Realme)

The mysterious Realme X3 SuperZoom breaks cover with a Bluetooth SIG certification

Realme is said to have an X3 series of smartphones in the works. It is also rumored to have a "SuperZoom" variant. This heretofore-unexplained moniker has been confirmed through its official telecomms certifications, suggesting we...

Deirdre O Donnell, 24 Apr 2020 23:01

A leaked render for what appears to be Huawei's upcoming Y8S (Image source: @evleaks)

Redmi Note 9 killer? Render outed for Huawei's purported midrange Y8S smartphone

Tipster @evleaks outed what appears to be an official render for Huawei's purported Y8S smartphone. The midrange device takes a lot of cues from the Huawei Y9, with a similar design and camera setup. The device looks likely to tak...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 24 Apr 2020 15:56

The Redmi K30i might come with a MediaTek Dimensity 800 SoC. (Image source: Slash/Leaks)

Updated | Xiaomi Redmi K30i first promo image appears: Looks exactly how you would expect a Redmi K30 Lite to look like

News of the Redmi K30i from Xiaomi has only just started appearing and now an alleged first promo image has been leaked. The budget 5G smartphone from the Chinese manufacturer looks exactly how a “lite” version of the popular Redm...

Daniel R Deakin, 24 Apr 2020 13:25

The Redmi Note 9 Pro costs from ₹13,999 (US$183) in India. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Lite, Redmi Note 9, and Redmi Note 9 Pro coming to Europe soon

It’s believed that Xiaomi will soon be releasing the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Lite, the Redmi Note 9, and the Redmi Note 9 Pro smartphones onto the European market. The Lite version of the Xiaomi Note 10 has been in and out of the news l...

Daniel R Deakin, 24 Apr 2020 11:58

Galaxy Note 20 series might not ship with a ToF sensor

Samsung likely to remove the ToF sensor from the Galaxy Note 20 series

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Note 20 series might not come with a ToF sensor. The company cites a lack of user interest as one of the primary reasons. Additionally, some of the ToF sensor's work can now be done via software.

Anil Satyanarayana, 24 Apr 2020 09:32

Apple will be releasing a lot of new hardware this year, according to Mark Gurman. (Image source: Apple)

AirTags, iMac redesign, MacBook Pro 14, new MacBook Pro 16 and more Apple hardware refreshes due by Q4 2020

From the MacBook Pro 14 to the iPhone 12 and everything in between, Apple is planning a bumper hardware refresh by the end of the year. Expect new iMacs, AirTags, Watch Series 6 and MacBook Pro 16 releases.

Alex Alderson, 23 Apr 2020 19:06

A concept render based on one of Xiaomi's many foldable smartphone patents. (Image source: Windows United)

Clamshell Xiaomi foldable smartphone to enter mass production in 2H 2020; Sub-US$150 5G handset targetted for release before the end of 2020 too

According to South Korean media, Xiaomi has sought clamshell foldable panels from Samsung in the hope of mass-producing a Galaxy Z Flip-type smartphone in 2H 2020. Xiaomi is aiming to release a CNY 999 (~US$141) 5G handset before ...

Alex Alderson, 23 Apr 2020 14:43

It looks like the details of the alleged upcoming Redmi Pad 5G tablet might be fake. (Image source: xiaomishka.ru)

Potential bad news for Redmi Pad 5G admirers: Noted tipster believes the leaked promo image of the new tablet from Xiaomi is fake

A recent leak concerning an alleged Redmi Pad 5G tablet depicted a very attractive device at an almost unbelievable price. A well-known tipster has taken a closer look at the leaked image and believes its contents are fake. The Re...

Daniel R Deakin, 23 Apr 2020 11:48

A Meizu "press invite" for the 17 5G. (Source: Weibo)

Meizu announces its new flagship, the 17 5G, along with its May 2020 launch date

Meizu has issued a new media campaign in order to draw attention to the launch of its next premium phone, the 17 5G. It is based on an image that may or may not confirm an important aspect of the supposedly Snapdragon 865-powered ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 22 Apr 2020 20:00

Is this one of the next iPhones? (Source: SvetApple)

The latest iPhone 12 Pro renders are in, and they look like a tiny iPad Pro 2020

The tech-oracle blog SvetApple is back, this time with renders for the Pro variant of the upcoming iPhone 12 series. It incorporates its latest leaks to generate images that really do resemble the latest iPad in miniature. This is...

Deirdre O Donnell, 22 Apr 2020 19:25

We could see an all-screen fingerprint scanner in a future Xiaomi device

Xiaomi working on all-screen fingerprint unlocking technology

A future Xiaomi device could be host to the company's first-ever all-screen fingerprint sensor. A few images posted on Twitter showcase the tech in action, indicating that it is development. There is no word about when it will mak...

Anil Satyanarayana, 22 Apr 2020 18:38

The Galaxy Tab S7 may resemble the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, pictured. (Image source: Samsung)

Galaxy Tab S7: Optional 5G, S-Pen in the box and a Q3 2020 release for Samsung's premium tablets?

Coming in 11-inch and 12.4-inch variants, Samsung will pitch the Galaxy Tab S7 series as a direct competitor to Apple's fourth-generation iPad Pros. With an S-Pen included in the box and optional 5G, could the Galaxy Tab S7 and S7...

Alex Alderson, 22 Apr 2020 13:09

Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled was released for the PS4/Switch/Xbox One in 2019. (Image source: Activision)

PlayStation 5 news: Lighter OS, DualSense's Create button is like Nvidia's ShadowPlay, and Crash Bandicoot is coming to the PS5

There has been a rumor that the operating system for the PlayStation 5 will be considerably more streamlined than the one used for the PS4 system, freeing up some vital storage space. More details have been offered about the DualS...

Daniel R Deakin, 22 Apr 2020 12:45

The Redmi Pad 5G is touted to sport four speakers. (Source: Tech in Deep)

Redmi Pad 5G: New Xiaomi tablet billed to launch on April 27, Snapdragon 765G in tow

Xiaomi's last tablet was the Mi Pad 4 that was released back in 2018. That has left fans of the series in the lurch, making Samsung's Galaxy Tab and Huawei's MediaPad lines the only viable Android alternatives. Things may be about...

Ricci Rox, 21 Apr 2020 22:39

Lower-end OnePlus phones could be on the way soon. (Source: OnePlus)

Rumor | OnePlus will engage ODMs to offer a greater range of more affordable phones per year

OnePlus is a smartphone OEM with a tendency to focus on just 1 or 2 phones per launch. However, a new report from the Chinese media points to the possibility that it will expand its operation so as to release more new handsets per...

Deirdre O Donnell, 21 Apr 2020 19:44

The Redmi Band is likely to be renamed as the Xiaomi Mi Band 4C for Europe. (Image source: xiaomishka.ru)

Low-cost Redmi Band fitness tracker to be released in Europe as the Xiaomi Mi Band 4C

It seems likely that Xiaomi will release the very affordable Redmi Band onto the European market as the Mi Band 4C. The fitness tracker has been spotted in registration certificates as the Mi Smart Band 4C, but some detective work...

Daniel R Deakin, 21 Apr 2020 14:36

The Poco F2 will likely be the same, but with a different badge. (Source: Redmi)

Poco F2 tipped to be a rebadged Redmi K30 Pro sans 5G support

The Poco F2 is coming, and it's touted to be rebranded Redmi K30 Pro. Interestingly, it's also said to eschew 5G support entirely, which could help Xiaomi keep the phone's pricing even below the already impressive Redmi K30 Pro. P...

Ricci Rox, 21 Apr 2020 10:11

The Xperia 5 II could be a proper compact phone. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Sony Xperia 5 II: New renders of Sony's upcoming compact flagship are breathtaking

The Sony Xperia 5 II is expected to be Sony's first true compact flagship phone since the Xperia XZ2 Compact that was released in 2018. The phone is touted to sport a display in the region of 5.7", and new concept renders by Dutch...

Ricci Rox, 20 Apr 2020 21:25

The Surface Go 2 may feature a slightly larger display than its predecessor. (Image source: Brandon Taylor)

Surface Go 2 confirmed to have a 10.5-inch display and thinner bezels; eMMC storage on the way too though

Expected to be launched this spring, the Surface Go 2 is thought to be a minor upgrade over the existing model. While the Surface Go 2 will feature the same chassis as its predecessor, it will also have a larger display. According...

Alex Alderson, 20 Apr 2020 20:10

We may not see an iPhone SE Plus until 2021. (Image source: Apple)

iPhone SE Plus: Apple's 5.5-inch smartphone to launch in 2021 with an A13 Bionic SoC

Apple may not release an iPhone SE Plus until 2021, it has now emerged. While the device could launch over eight months after the new iPhone SE, it is said to still be featuring the A13 Bionic, a chipset that Apple announced last ...

Alex Alderson, 20 Apr 2020 18:00

A concept of how the Galaxy Note 20 could look. (Image source: @_yptech_)

Galaxy Note 20 render shows off radiant colourway and boxy design amid claims of improved battery life for Samsung's next phablet

Rumour has it that Samsung will be equipping its entry-level Galaxy Note with a 4,000 mAh battery this year. Not only will the Galaxy Note 20 have a significantly larger battery than its predecessor, but it may in fact be the cel...

Alex Alderson, 20 Apr 2020 15:32

An alleged teaser for the Huawei Nova 7 series. (Source: Weibo)

Huawei will release another new phone with the Kirin 990 5G processor: new leak

A device with a completely new Huawei model number has appeared on Geekbench 5. It is described as having 8GB of RAM and running on the 5G version of the premium Kirin 990 chipset. This has led to speculation that it is the Nova 7...

Deirdre O Donnell, 20 Apr 2020 15:14

Fans are creating artistic PS5 concept designs while waiting for Sony to show off the real console. (Image source: Reddit- u/ruddi2020)

PlayStation 5 mass production to begin in June with simultaneous global launch planned; PS5 reveal event could land in late May or early June

PlayStation 5 consoles will apparently start being assembled as part of the mass-production process in June. With the huge E3 trade event now cancelled because of the coronavirus pandemic, it has been claimed that there will be ne...

Daniel R Deakin, 20 Apr 2020 14:30

The upcoming iPad Air is set to feature mini-LED technology (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Tipster unveils trove of upcoming Apple products: new mini-LED iPad Air with in-display fingerprint in the offing

A tipster unveiled a large number of purported devices and technology that Apple's set to reveal in 2021. This includes a 12-in ARM MacBook, further confirmation about Apple Tags, and evidence that the 2021 iPad Air might feature ...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 20 Apr 2020 12:33

The OPPO Find X2 Neo also comes in blue for the global market. (Image source: CNMO)

OPPO Find X2 Neo 5G smartphone latest renders leaked along with rumored specifications, release date, and price

New renders for the upcoming OPPO Find X2 Neo 5G smartphone have been published online. The device is believed to be a rebranded OPPO Reno3 Pro 5G for the global market. Along with the latest renders there are rumored specificatio...

Daniel R Deakin, 20 Apr 2020 10:37

The Redmi K30i is expected to be a cheaper version of the Xiaomi Redmi K30 5G. (Image source: Androidsis)

Rumor | The Xiaomi Redmi K30i will be an even cheaper version of the Redmi K30 5G

It has been rumored that Xiaomi has yet another Redmi K30 smartphone in the works. Apparently, the next phone in the pipeline will be a “lite” version of the current Redmi K30 5G. Known as the Redmi K30i, this latest device will d...

Daniel R Deakin, 20 Apr 2020 09:32

Is the Realme X2 being replaced? (Source: Realme)

Some evidence of the Realme X3 pops up online

There have been rumors to the effect that Realme may update its X2 series of smartphones soon. Now, a new device that this OEM has had approved for sale in various regions is thought to be one of them. This possible X3 has a 6.57-...

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 Apr 2020 22:26