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New Mi Mix 4 renders. (Source: Ice Universe)

New renders show the upcoming Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 pushing the boundaries of the bezel-less design thanks to an under-display selfie camera

Three years after the release of the Mi Mix 3, Xiaomi looks set to deliver the next device in the series—the Mi Mix 4. Unofficial renders of the phone have surfaced, painting an image of a device with potentially the slimmest, cle...

Ricci Rox, 10 Apr 2021 18:04

The Sony Xperia 10 III in the new live image resembles the OnLeaks renders. (Image source: AndroidNext/OnLeaks/Voice - edited)

Sony Xperia 10 III turns up in blurry live image as specs leak reveals decent battery capacity bump over the Xperia 10 II

An alleged live image of the upcoming Sony Xperia 10 III has turned up online, showing off the smartphone in black and white livery. On top of that, an additional supposed specs leak has revealed that the Xperia 10 III will be pow...

Daniel R Deakin, 10 Apr 2021 10:49

An unofficial render of the Google Pixel Watch based on rumors. (Image: @Jon_Prosser x @RendersBylan)

Unofficial Pixel Watch renders point to a simple, but elegant design

The long-rumored Google Pixel Watch looks like it might be inching towards a release, probably later this year. Using a description provided by leaker Jon Prosser, @RendersBylan has created an unofficial render approximating what ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 10 Apr 2021 09:28

OnePlus announces a new 9R launch. (Source: Weibo)

OnePlus announces a Chinese launch for the 9R in April 2021

The OnePlus 9R was originally presented as a "gaming" alternative variant of the OEM's latest flagship Android smartphone series that was exclusive to India. However, the company has now announced that it is to be available in Chi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Apr 2021 23:48

The iPhones 12 are early 2021 best-sellers. (Source: Apple)

The iPhone 12 was the best-selling phone in January 2021

Counterpoint Research has just released its first top-10 list of the best-selling smartphones in 2021. It shows that Apple dominates these rankings with no less than 6 different iPhones. They include every variant of the 12 series...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Apr 2021 23:16

The Google Pixel 4a's successor is on the way. (Source: Business Insider)

Google confirms the Pixel 5a for launch amidst rumors of a cancellation

Reports surfaced a few hours ago claiming that Google had canceled its plans for the release of a Pixel 5a. Google has swiftly laid those rumors to rest, though, by confirming that the Pixel 5a will be released later this year, at...

Ricci Rox, 09 Apr 2021 20:53

Samsung and Olympus could join forces soon

New rumour suggests that Samsung is working with Olympus to develop camera hardware for the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy S22 Ultra

Samsung is reportedly working with legendary camera manufacturer Olympus to develop camera hardware for its upcoming devices. We could see it in action alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 3 this year or on the Galaxy S22 Ultra in 2022.

Anil Satyanarayana, 09 Apr 2021 16:36

An alleged official poster for the Tab A7 Lite. (Source: Voice)

Galaxy Tab A7 Lite: Samsung's support website hints at an imminent launch for the new budget slate

Some recent leaks have pointed to the prospect of a Lite version of the Galaxy Tab A7. Now, the addition of a new device to the support sections of a number of national Samsung websites may suggest this slate is nearly here. Accor...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Apr 2021 13:55

The THX Onyx is an on-the-go audiophile's dream. (Image: THX)

The THX Onyx USB-C dongle is a MQA with hi-res audio DAC, works with iPhones, Androids, PCs and Macs

THX has unveiled the Onyx, a portable hi-res audio DAC that is compatible with both Android and iPhones as well as PCs and Macs. The new device features a high-quality ESS DAC, a THX Achromatic Audio Amplifier (THX AAA) and includ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 09 Apr 2021 12:53

The ZTE Axon 30 Pro+/Ultra looks promising but could be priced at US$1,200. (Image: Weibo)

ZTE Axon 30 Ultra rumored to be priced at a sky-high US$1,200

ZTE has raised eyebrows with its first serious challenger to the high-end Android smartphone market with the impending launch of the Axon 30 Ultra. However, hopes that it might also be competitively prices have been dashed with a ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 09 Apr 2021 11:51

Nokia X10 and Nokia X20 come with three years of guaranteed Android OS and security updates. (Image Source: HMD Global)

Nokia X10 and Nokia X20 announced with Snapdragon 480 and three years of OS updates

HMD Global has introduced the Nokia X10 and Nokia X20 5G phones based on the Snapdragon 480 5G platform. The Nokia X10 and X20 feature mostly identical specifications but differ with respect to the RAM, primary camera, and the fro...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 09 Apr 2021 11:38

The Lenovo Legion Phone Duel 2 is quite fragile

The Lenovo Legion Phone Duel 2 is just as fragile as the Asus ROG Phone 5

Renowned YouTuber and smartphone breaker JerryRigEverything put the newly-launched Lenovo Legion Phone Duel 2 through the paces. The smartphone was quick to break in his bend test, much like the Asus ROG Phone 5. The area around t...

Anil Satyanarayana, 09 Apr 2021 11:32

Xiaomi is set to launch the Redmi Note 10s in various markets soon

The Redmi Note 10s' imminent global debut has effectively been confirmed through a new certification issued by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG). The new document registers the phone by name, and also specifies multiple v...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Apr 2021 00:51

HTC insists it is not quite dead yet with plans for new 5G phones and extended reality equipment to launch in 2021

Not much has been heard of HTC since it launched its Desire 21 Pro in January 2021. However, the OEM reportedly intends to stay in the smartphone industry for at least the rest of this year, with new 5G devices ready to go from th...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Apr 2021 23:55

The Asus Zenfone 7 series was released in September last year. (Source: Asus)

The Asus Zenfone 8 Mini draws closer to launch as it appears on certification website

Asus is geared to release a compact premium phone in the form of the Zenfone 8 Mini. That phone could be closer to release than expected, as it has now been spotted on the TUV certification website, with information on charging sp...

Ricci Rox, 08 Apr 2021 22:59

The Mi 11 Ultra has the largest smartphone camera sensor, but the Mate 40 Pro Plus keeps up with it in most situations. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Mi 11 Ultra comes out ahead of the Galaxy S21 Ultra in early camera tests, but the Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus is a worthy opponent

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra remains atop DxOMark's questionable leaderboard, where the Galaxy S21 Ultra scores less than its predecessor. The website's in-depth review compares the Mi 11 Ultra against the Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus and th...

Alex Alderson, 08 Apr 2021 19:48

Lenovo's newest gaming smartphone is finally here

Lenovo Legion Phone Duel 2 smartphone launched with top-of-the-line-hardware and a bevy of gaming features

Lenovo's second gaming smartphone, the Lenovo Legion Phone Duel 2, is finally official. Some of its key specs include a 6.9-inch 144Hz AMOLED screen, up to 18GB of RAM, a pop-up selfie camera and a massive 5,500mAh battery. Prices...

Anil Satyanarayana, 08 Apr 2021 18:36

The "Galaxy Quantum 2". (Source: MySmartPrice)

Alleged live images of the Samsung Galaxy Quantum 2 (or A82) show a disappointing lack of swivel

The Samsung Galaxy A80 was a phone in which a sliding mechanism was integrated so that its main cameras could flip around to the front as needed. Recent leaks have pointed to a 2021 successor for this innovative device, even if it...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Apr 2021 18:12

The Xperia 1 III is expected to resemble the current Xperia 1 II. (Image source: Sony)

Sony begins teasing its Xperia Mark III smartphones ahead of April 14 launch

Sony has started teasing its Xperia Mark III smartphones, starting with the Xperia 1 III and Xperia 10 III. The pair will debut on April 14 and are intended for very different audiences.

Alex Alderson, 08 Apr 2021 17:33

The Nokia G10 and Nokia G20 are now official

HMD Global launches two new budget smartphones; the Nokia G10 and Nokia G20

Nokia has added two new devices to its vast collection of low-cost smartphones. Both the Nokia G10 and G20 are entry-level smartphones and are priced accordingly. The former will retail at EUR 139, and the latter at EUR 189.

Anil Satyanarayana, 08 Apr 2021 16:30

The LG Wing will be the last showcase of LG smartphone innovation. (Image: LG)

LG promises three Android OS system upgrades for the last of its premium smartphones

With LG’s unfortunate exit from the smartphone market, owners of the company’s handsets have rightly been worried about the relative longevity of their devices. LG has now confirmed that it will stick by its existing customers and...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 08 Apr 2021 13:25

Sony camera sensors remain the most popular in smartphones. (Image: Sony)

Sony still the top dog in smartphone camera sensor market, Samsung trails in second place

Sony remains the number one supplier of camera sensors to smartphone OEMs globally, according to Strategy Analytics. Coming in a distant second place is Samsung with Omnivision in third place followed by other vendors.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 08 Apr 2021 12:48

The 179 Euro Moto G30 comes with an impressive specifications sheet.

The low-priced mid-range smartphone Motorola Moto G30 has a big problem

The Motorola Moto G30 has managed to impress us in many respects. However, the otherwise good mid-range smartphone has one glaring flaw, which will be a deal-breaker for anyone who likes to spend a lot of time out in the sun.

Marcus Herbrich, 08 Apr 2021 03:20

Another example of a port-less phone. (Source: Meizu)

Rumor | OPPO has a concept phone with concealable ports and cameras in the works

A well-known leaker now claims that OPPO is working on a prototype mobile device with that ever-popular "port-less" design in mind. However, it seems the OEM has struck a unique balance between function and looks in this concept, ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Apr 2021 19:13

MIUI 12.5 should start reaching some devices globally within the next month or so. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi confirms MIUI 12.5 rollout plans for over a dozen devices

Xiaomi has outlined plans to upgrade a host of devices to MIUI 12.5 by the end of next month. The rollout only applies to devices on the company's Chinese ROM though, so it may be May before Xiaomi's latest OS reaches devices glob...

Alex Alderson, 07 Apr 2021 01:35

The Xperia 1 III looks a lot like its predecessor, but with improved cameras. (Image source: Olixar)

Case manufacturer reveals Sony Xperia 1 III and Xperia 10 III designs ahead of their April 14 launch

Sony is launching the Xperia 1 III and Xperia 10 III in a few days, but a case manufacturer is already selling cases for both devices. The listings reveal the designs of both devices too, confirming the revised rear-facing cameras...

Alex Alderson, 06 Apr 2021 23:01

The Reno6 phones might look like this. (Source: TENAA)

OPPO's Reno6 launch seems right on track thanks to new certifications

The OPPO Reno series are smartphones with a half-yearly release cycle and an increasing tendency toward premium specs. The latest leak suggests that some of them might launch with Snapdragon 870 and 888 processors. They are also l...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Apr 2021 18:53

A Nokia phone on Android Go. (Source: Nokia)

Rumor | Nokia is slated to ditch stock Android for its own new customized UI

Nokia has reportedly posted a new job listing for a UX designer. This position's remit will apparently involve producing an optimal user experience both for mobile devices and online. The OS in question is not mentioned; however, ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Apr 2021 18:06

This may end up being a rare hands-on photo of the LG Rollable. (Image source: NRRA)

LG V70 ThinQ lands on AI Benchmark as the LG Rollable turns up at a South Korean certification agency

LG's mobile division is coming to an end, but new sightings of the V70 and Rollable suggest that the pair were at late stages of development. Hands-on photos of both have surfaced, while a benchmark listing has confirmed that LG h...

Alex Alderson, 06 Apr 2021 17:43

A first glimpse of the Axon30 line-up. (Source: Weibo)

Axon30 series: ZTE's latest flagship smartphones are confirmed to have triple 64MP cameras and an April 2021 launch date

ZTE has revealed that its Axon30 line of Snapdragon 888-powered Android flagships will launch on April 15, 2021. The OEM has also strongly hinted at a rear camera hump that will contain 3 sensors of 64MP in resolution, with an ext...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Apr 2021 17:14

A new "Legion 2 Pro" leak. (Source: Weibo)

The Lenovo Legion 2 Pro's design is allegedly revealed in a new leak

The Legion 2 Pro is touted to become the world's first dual-fan gaming smartphone on its launch. New leaks might partially confirm this tip while spoiling its unique design in the process. These images show a mobile device with th...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Apr 2021 15:18

The Vivo X60 Pro+ is only a few months old, but Vivo may be launching a (very similar) X70 Pro+ soon. (Image via Vivo)

Vivo X70 Pro+ leak claims Snapdragon 888, 66 W fast charging, and more

New rumors are swirling about the upcoming X70 Pro+ from Vivo. Currently, these speculations point to minimal improvements over the current X60 Pro+. The new phone will have the same SoC, a slightly larger camera sensor, and a sli...

Sam Medley, 06 Apr 2021 15:08

Galaxy Buds Pro Adidas Originals Special Pack holds a lot of appeal. (Image: Samsung)

Samsung, Adidas team on Adidas Originals themed Galaxy Buds Pro

Samsung has unveiled a new limited edition pair of Galaxy Buds Pro earbuds. The new TWS earbuds have been designed in partnership with sports maker Adidas and are themed in their famous Adidas Originals branding and design languag...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 06 Apr 2021 13:50

Renders of what the Huawei P50 is expected to look like. (Image: Waqar Khan)

Hi-res Huawei P50 renders leak revealing 'unique' rear camera looks

The Huawei P50 has now leaked in renders alongside its P50 Pro, and P50 Pro+ stablemates. As with its counterpart, the Huawei P50 will feature a particularly unusual looking rear camera arrangement although they will still be made...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 06 Apr 2021 12:46

Google Pixel 5 flagship gets GPU boost with April 2021 software update (Source: Google)

Pixel 5 update brings massive GPU performance boost

The April 2021 security update for the Google Pixel series comes with connectivity, camera, and stability improvements for the entire lineup, but the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G get a noticeable gaming performance boost. However, the ...

Codrut Nistor, 06 Apr 2021 12:06

The Black Shark 4 Pro offers lightning-quick performance thanks to its Snapdragon 888 SoC. (Image source: Black Shark/SciTechDaily - edited)

Black Shark 4 Pro and other high-end gaming phones own the March AnTuTu flagship smartphone chart as the Snapdragon 888 removes all competitors

The Black Shark 4 Pro has topped the AnTuTu Android flagship smartphone performance chart for March, with fellow high-end gaming phones the RedMagic 6 Pro and the Asus ROG Phone 5 also prominently placed. The table solely consists...

Daniel R Deakin, 06 Apr 2021 10:00

WhatsApp will soon allow users to transfer chats between Android and iOS devices

A future version of WhatsApp will let users migrate their chats data across platforms. The feature is currently available in a beta version of the app and only allows iOS to Android transfers. There is no word as to when it will b...

Anil Satyanarayana, 05 Apr 2021 20:50

The Vivo NEX 5 is touted as an Android flagship with all the 2021 bells and whistles going

Under-display selfie camera; new 50MP Samsung main camera; up to 120W charging: the upcoming next-gen Vivo NEX is now slated to have it all. On the other hand, this phone might rock a constantly polarizing quad-curved display. It ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Apr 2021 18:56

OPPO's new dual-display patent. (Source: CNIPA via ITHome)

OPPO patents a new kind of dual-display mobile device

OPPO has patented a new kind of phone or phablet with an optional secondary display to which it can attach using custom-designed hinges. Therefore, this detachable portion could act as a keyboard, or perhaps allow the entire produ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Apr 2021 17:58

The Legion 2 Pro's selfie camera. (Source: Weibo)

Lenovo confirms the return of the side-mounted pop-up selfie camera in the Legion 2 Pro

Lenovo avoided punch-holes or notches in the display of its first-gen Android gaming phone by developing an innovative pop-up selfie camera, hidden in one of this device's sides rather than in its top edge, instead. Now, the OEM h...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Apr 2021 16:04

Nokia annouces its upcoming event. (Source: Nokia)

The Nokia C20 is made official prior to its launch thanks to a new Bluetooth SIG leak

Nokia has been rumored to have a new C-series phone in the works, which may launch during the HMD Global brand's April 8, 2021 product event. Now, the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) has confirmed the device does indeed exi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Apr 2021 15:12

Most affordable OnePlus 9 Pro is nowhere to be found yet as of early April 2021

OneMore Delay: 8/128 GB OnePlus 9 Pro not available yet

Although the brand-new OnePlus 9 Pro flagship is available for purchase from multiple retailers, only the ~US$1,000 model with 12/256 GB of memory/storage can be ordered right now. The version with 8/128 GB is nowhere to be found ...

Codrut Nistor, 05 Apr 2021 12:12

LG has officially exited the smartphone business for good

LG Electronics has officially shut down its smartphone division, with its closure date set for July 31. Existing LG smartphones and peripherals will be available for purchase via regular channels until stocks last. Software suppor...

Anil Satyanarayana, 05 Apr 2021 09:02

The OnePlus 9 uses a 6.55-inch OLED panel with a native refresh rate of 120 Hz.

Verdict on the review of the OnePlus 9: A comparison with the Xiaomi Mi 11

The OnePlus 9 proves to be a very good smartphone in our review. However, we noticed more than just positive things during our review of the new OnePlus smartphone...

Marcus Herbrich, 05 Apr 2021 06:32

The Galaxy SmartTag Plus. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung releases the Plus variant of the Galaxy SmartTag in the US

The Galaxy SmartTag is Samsung's recent answer to Tile-like devices. It was released in vanilla and Plus variants, although only the former has been available until now. The latter is now also on the market, although it is listed ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Apr 2021 23:38

A new Galaxy F12 teaser. (Source: Samsung)

The Samsung Galaxy F12 is to be unleashed on the Indian market soon

Various leaks, official ones included, point to the imminent debut of the Galaxy F12 in India soon. Samsung has just confirmed then with by announcing that the phone will launch in April 5, 2021. However, its specs might be less t...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Apr 2021 22:50

OnePlus updates the 9 and 9 Pro with camera improvements and March 2021 security patches

OnePlus has just launched the 9 series of flagship phones. Despite this, it has felt the need to push a software update to the 2 devices already with tweaks for their Hasselblad-branded cameras.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Apr 2021 18:47

A new Legion 2 Pro teaser. (Source: Weibo)

Lenovo reveals the Legion 2 Pro will have a 6.92-inch 144Hz display and a 5,500mAh battery

Lenovo is currently hyping the imminent launch of its second-gen gaming phone with some of its high-powered specs prior to this event. They include its generous FHD+ AMOLED display with its 144Hz refresh rate. It will be kept on w...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Apr 2021 23:06

Android

New renders show the upcoming Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 pushing the boundaries of the bezel-less design thanks to an under-display selfie camera

Sony Xperia 10 III turns up in blurry live image as specs leak reveals decent battery capacity bump over the Xperia 10 II

Unofficial Pixel Watch renders point to a simple, but elegant design

OnePlus announces a Chinese launch for the 9R in April 2021

The iPhone 12 was the best-selling phone in January 2021

Google confirms the Pixel 5a for launch amidst rumors of a cancellation

New rumour suggests that Samsung is working with Olympus to develop camera hardware for the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy S22 Ultra

Galaxy Tab A7 Lite: Samsung's support website hints at an imminent launch for the new budget slate

The THX Onyx USB-C dongle is a MQA with hi-res audio DAC, works with iPhones, Androids, PCs and Macs

ZTE Axon 30 Ultra rumored to be priced at a sky-high US$1,200

Nokia X10 and Nokia X20 announced with Snapdragon 480 and three years of OS updates

The Lenovo Legion Phone Duel 2 is just as fragile as the Asus ROG Phone 5

Xiaomi is set to launch the Redmi Note 10s in various markets soon

HTC insists it is not quite dead yet with plans for new 5G phones and extended reality equipment to launch in 2021

The Asus Zenfone 8 Mini draws closer to launch as it appears on certification website

The Mi 11 Ultra comes out ahead of the Galaxy S21 Ultra in early camera tests, but the Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus is a worthy opponent

77% Motorola Moto G10 smartphone review: Stylish, sturdy, and affordable mobile phone

Lenovo Legion Phone Duel 2 smartphone launched with top-of-the-line-hardware and a bevy of gaming features

Alleged live images of the Samsung Galaxy Quantum 2 (or A82) show a disappointing lack of swivel

Sony begins teasing its Xperia Mark III smartphones ahead of April 14 launch

HMD Global launches two new budget smartphones; the Nokia G10 and Nokia G20

LG promises three Android OS system upgrades for the last of its premium smartphones

Sony still the top dog in smartphone camera sensor market, Samsung trails in second place

The low-priced mid-range smartphone Motorola Moto G30 has a big problem

Rumor | OPPO has a concept phone with concealable ports and cameras in the works

Xiaomi confirms MIUI 12.5 rollout plans for over a dozen devices

Case manufacturer reveals Sony Xperia 1 III and Xperia 10 III designs ahead of their April 14 launch

OPPO's Reno6 launch seems right on track thanks to new certifications

Rumor | Nokia is slated to ditch stock Android for its own new customized UI

LG V70 ThinQ lands on AI Benchmark as the LG Rollable turns up at a South Korean certification agency

Axon30 series: ZTE's latest flagship smartphones are confirmed to have triple 64MP cameras and an April 2021 launch date

The Lenovo Legion 2 Pro's design is allegedly revealed in a new leak

Vivo X70 Pro+ leak claims Snapdragon 888, 66 W fast charging, and more

Samsung, Adidas team on Adidas Originals themed Galaxy Buds Pro

Hi-res Huawei P50 renders leak revealing 'unique' rear camera looks

Pixel 5 update brings massive GPU performance boost

Black Shark 4 Pro and other high-end gaming phones own the March AnTuTu flagship smartphone chart as the Snapdragon 888 removes all competitors

WhatsApp will soon allow users to transfer chats between Android and iOS devices

78% Motorola Moto G30 Review: 90-Hz smartphone with an IP certification and NFC for less than 180 Euros

The Vivo NEX 5 is touted as an Android flagship with all the 2021 bells and whistles going

OPPO patents a new kind of dual-display mobile device

Lenovo confirms the return of the side-mounted pop-up selfie camera in the Legion 2 Pro

The Nokia C20 is made official prior to its launch thanks to a new Bluetooth SIG leak

OneMore Delay: 8/128 GB OnePlus 9 Pro not available yet

LG has officially exited the smartphone business for good

Verdict on the review of the OnePlus 9: A comparison with the Xiaomi Mi 11

Samsung releases the Plus variant of the Galaxy SmartTag in the US

The Samsung Galaxy F12 is to be unleashed on the Indian market soon

OnePlus updates the 9 and 9 Pro with camera improvements and March 2021 security patches

Lenovo reveals the Legion 2 Pro will have a 6.92-inch 144Hz display and a 5,500mAh battery

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