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A render for the LG K40. (Source: XDA)

LG may also launch the enterprise-focused K40 at MWC 2019

The LG K40 is one 2019 device that may launch at MWC 2019. However, this exciting attribute is somewhat tempered by its direction at the budget end of the OEM's business-to-business devices. Then again, it may be supported for 3 y...
Deirdre O Donnell, 15 Feb 2019 18:09
One of the phones to be released on February 20 may look like this. (Source: AndroidWorld)

The Xiaomi Mi 9's launch will clash with that of the Samsung Galaxy S10

According to IceUniverse, Xiaomi has announced that the release of its next flagship, the Mi 9, will take place on February 20. However, the event at which a similarly-tiered device, the Galaxy S10, will be unveiled on the same da...
Deirdre O Donnell, 15 Feb 2019 17:45
Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e leaked render (Source: Evan Blass)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e renders surface online

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 835-powered Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 has been around for just six months, it seems that its successor is already in the works and could hit the market in just a few months. The leaked renders show "April 5" on...
Codrut Nistor, 15 Feb 2019 11:05
Front and rear renders of the Sony Xperia L3. (Source: WinFuture)

Sony Xperia L3 renders and specifications leaked

Renders and specifications of the Sony Xperia L3 smartphone have been published online. Unsurprisingly, the details are underwhelming, although this is only an entry-level device from the Japanese manufacturer after all. It does s...
Daniel R Deakin, 15 Feb 2019 04:38
This version of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy foldable smartphone is based on a design patent. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Realistic renders of Samsung foldable smartphone with dual display posted online

LetsGoDigital has taken another shot at creating renders of Samsung’s upcoming foldable Galaxy smartphone. Since the “accidental” leak of the Samsung Vietnam Unpacked video there have been some question marks raised over what the ...
Daniel R Deakin, 14 Feb 2019 22:43
The apparent NVIDIA TU116 GPU. (Source: Videocardz)

This is how the new NVIDIA TU116 GPU may look

The existence of the TU116 GPU, which exists to deliver Turing-level performance without ray-tracing, has been established at this stage. Today (February 14, 2019), VideoCardz has posted what it describes as exclusive images of th...
Deirdre O Donnell, 14 Feb 2019 20:18
The Samsung Galaxy S6. (Source: GSMArena)

Galaxy S6 receives yet another new security update from Samsung

SamMobile has reportedly spotted security updates for the Samsung Galaxy S6, which should bring its patch level up to January 2019. This is not hugely unusual, except for the fact that this phone is now nearly 4 years old. It join...
Deirdre O Donnell, 14 Feb 2019 19:27
Samsung Galaxy A50, A30, and A10 specs sheet (Source: MySmartPrice News)

Specs sheet of Samsung's Galaxy A50, A30, and A10 surfaces online

According to the recently leaked specs sheet, the upcoming Galaxy A50, A30, and A10 all come with a plastic design and Exynos processors, but there are quite a few differences between them as well. Most specs confirm certain previ...
Codrut Nistor, 14 Feb 2019 13:01
Galaxy S8 units may already be receiving their new security update. (Source: Walmart)

Samsung Galaxy S8 series will get new security patch this month, but no major OS updates

Samsung had been rumored to be preparing a February security patch for the Galaxy S8, sparking speculation that it would also come with the official update to Android 9.0 (Pie) for the 2017 flagship. This patch is now reportedly a...
Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Feb 2019 19:19
Some of the new leaked images associated with the Mi 9. (Source: GizmoChina)

Xiaomi Mi 9 gains 3 discrete new leaks in same day

The Mi 9 is Xiaomi's most likely candidate for the OEM's next flagship. It may improve on its predecessor with triple cameras and a more up-to-date front panel. SlashLeaks has posted not 1 but 3 new pages on this subject today (Fe...
Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Feb 2019 14:42
Samsung may have used the name S10e itself for the first time today. (Source: BGR)

Leak straight from Samsung appears to put Galaxy S10 nomenclature beyond doubt

SamMobile has caught Samsung France posting a page detailing the Galaxy S10 line in full on its own website. It lists SKU names discovered in previous leaks, the novel S10e model name included. However, it made no reference to the...
Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Feb 2019 14:02
What do you think this represents? (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung teases the Galaxy F in a new promotional video

Should we take Samsung so literally? The company has ramped up its "The Future Unfolds" marketing ahead of its Galaxy UNPACKED event next week with a new teaser video and more billboards that point towards the unveiling of the Gal...
Alex Alderson, 13 Feb 2019 13:21
Image via Evan Blass (@evleaks)

Evan Blass reveals leaked renders of LG G8 ThinQ, confirming earlier renders from XDA

New renders posted by renowned leaker Evan Blass (@evleaks) on Twitter all but confirm the LG G8 ThinQ's design. These renders match those posted on the XDA Developers forum last month. Sadly, that means the G8 ThinQ will look alm...
Sam Medley, 13 Feb 2019 06:11
Nokia 9 PureView at FCC (Source: MySmartPrice News)

Nokia 9 PureView lands at FCC

Previously expected to arrive in the first days of December, the Nokia 9 PureView will probably be unveiled later this month in Barcelona, at HMD Global's official press event that is scheduled to take place before the opening day...
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2019 19:09
OnLeaks' latest AirPods rumor suggest that the next generation will come in colors beside white. (Source: Colorware)

New Apple AirPod 2 rumors result in 2 possible launch dates in the same day

A new post on the Greek Apple leaks site iPhoneHellas alleges that the second-generation AirPods will launch in March. However, a second tipster, OnLeaks, has also asserted that his sources say they will be released 'in the fall'....
Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Feb 2019 17:36
Nubia MWC 2019 teaser, flexible smartphone coming up (Source: Weibo)

MWC 2019 | Nubia teases flexible device in advance of its MWC 2019 unveil

ZTE's sub-brand Nubia came out of the blue with a teaser for a flexible smartphone that will be unveiled at MWC 2019. Unfortunately, the "Flex Your Life" headline doesn't say much. While this can suggest something different than a...
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2019 14:13
Samsung Galaxy A50 FCC listing - connectivity (Source: MySmartPrice News)

Samsung Galaxy A50 hits FCC, 15 W wired fast charging in tow

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy A50 has surfaced at the FCC, and this listing reveals that it will come with the EP-TA200 fast charger, so the handset supports 15 W wired fast charging. The Galaxy A50 apparently features a 6.22-inch d...
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2019 10:00
Real Galaxy S10+ banner possibly to be used for the upcoming Samsung Unpacked event on February 20. (Source: Twitter/Evan Blass)

Update | Samsung Galaxy S10 series leak roundup: colors, cameras, hardware, prices

Notebookcheck has reported frequently on rumors and leaks surrounding the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S10 series. There is a considerable amount of excitement about the flagship smartphones from the South Korean manufacturer, and it i...
Daniel R Deakin, 12 Feb 2019 08:02
The Xiaomi "Flex" foldable looks amazing but seems quite wide in smartphone mode. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Expertly created renders of Xiaomi's foldable device are superb but highlight one potential issue

LetsGoDigital has published some fantastic artistic renders of Xiaomi’s upcoming foldable device, which could end up being called the Xiaomi Dual Flex, the Xiaomi MIX Flex, or something completely different. The device in the rend...
Daniel R Deakin, 12 Feb 2019 06:05
Image via OnLeaks

The Pixel 3 Lite and Pixel 3 XL Lite have official model numbers, are headed to India

Google's rumored mid-range phones, the Pixel 3 Lite and Pixel 3 XL Lite, have received official model numbers, lending further validity to their impending release. Better still, sources are reporting that the devices will also lau...
Sam Medley, 11 Feb 2019 23:54
OnePlus CEO Pete Lau spoke about the Snapdragon 855 earlier this year. (Source: Qualcomm)

The 5G OnePlus phone's unveiling at MWC 2019 is reportedly confirmed

The OEM OnePlus had previously announced that it would release a 5G phone this year. Today (February 11, 2019), the company has apparently released a confirmation that this device would feature at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) t...
Deirdre O Donnell, 11 Feb 2019 19:59
The iPad Mini 4's successor may not have many new features. (Source: Apple)

Apple will cut costs by re-using an old SoC in the new iPad Mini: new rumor

According to some recent leaks, Apple may resurrect the iPad Mini name this year. A new post on MacOtakara has suggested that this tablet may be even more budget-friendly than usual. It claims that the 5th generation of the device...
Deirdre O Donnell, 11 Feb 2019 18:51
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active (pictured) will get a smaller successor without bezel ring

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active details surface online: smaller display, no bezel ring

Codenamed Pulse, Samsung Galaxy Watch Active's successor will hit the market as the Galaxy Watch Active. The upcoming smart wearable allegedly features a 1.1-inch AMOLED display with 360 x 360 pixels and has no bezel ring, so ever...
Codrut Nistor, 11 Feb 2019 10:50
Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL, Google Pixel 4 to get physical and eSIM support

Google Pixel 4 could support both physical SIM and eSIM

A recent commit in the Android Open Source Project Gerrit revealed that Google is working on adding hardware support for multi-SIM capabilities. One of the comments from a Googler suggests that the upcoming Pixel 4 will be packing...
Codrut Nistor, 11 Feb 2019 09:45
Activision Blizzard will allegedly cut its staff numbers soon. (Source: Activision Blizzard)

Activision Blizzard will supposedly announce layoffs for hundreds of staff next week

A new piece in Bloomberg has cited sources allegedly close enough to Activision Blizzard to allege that the gaming company will let "hundreds" of staff go. The firm is apparently taking this action to maximise profits and to "cent...
Deirdre O Donnell, 10 Feb 2019 15:31
The LG G7's successor may also be very expensive at launch. (Source: LG)

New leak alleges the LG G8 ThinQ could cost as much as US$900

A Redditor claims to have access to a Canadian database in which the upcoming LG G8 ThinQ is shown alongside the number 1199. Assuming this figure is its price in the country, this means the phone could cost about US$900 at launch...
Deirdre O Donnell, 10 Feb 2019 15:09
This Xiaomi design has the display going over the edges. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Xiaomi patent for full-screen smartphone with 4-sided edge display turned into beautiful renders

A patent for a Xiaomi smartphone with a full-screen display that extends halfway down the device’s edges has been spotted by LetsGoDigital. The same publication has crafted impressive renders of an elegant-looking smartphone based...
Daniel R Deakin, 09 Feb 2019 07:15
This phone may be intended to replace the be-notched Asus Zenfone 5 in 2019. (Source: GSMArena)

New leaks associated with the Asus Zenfone 6 Pro show triple rear cameras, but no novel front-panel features

A new set of images allegedly pertaining to the Asus Zenfone 6 (2019) Pro show a phone with triple rear cameras. However, they fail to confirm the rumored off-centre 'droplet' notch alluded to in other upcoming Zenfone leaks. In f...
Deirdre O Donnell, 08 Feb 2019 19:18
Samsung Galaxy J2 Core Android Go handset certified with Android Pie

Samsung Galaxy J4 (2018) with Android Pie gets certified alongside the Galaxy J2 Core

The Android Go handsets Samsung Galaxy J2 Core and Galaxy J4 have recently been certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance with Android Pie firmware onboard. However, the arrival of the update might take a while. The Galaxy S8 and Galaxy Not...
Codrut Nistor, 08 Feb 2019 10:55
The original Oculus Rift. (Source: Oculus)

Next-generation Oculus Rift is rumored to have adjustable room lighting and inbuilt tracking sensors

The next Oculus VR headset to be released is rumored to be called the Rift S. The latest leaks on this device suggests that it will come with its own onboard tracking cameras, rather than rely on USB-connected sensors. It may also...
Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Feb 2019 19:29
The Vivo V15 Pro recently appeared on Geekbench, scoring 2,382 points in the single-core test. (Source: PardaPhash)

Brief hands-on video and live images of the Vivo V15 Pro smartphone leaked online

Some live photos of the upcoming Vivo V15 Pro have been published by MySmartPrice, along with a very brief hands-on video. The Chinese manufacturer has provided the upcoming V15 smartphones with still uncommon pop-up selfie camera...
Daniel R Deakin, 07 Feb 2019 08:05
Reverse wireless charging between the Samsung Galaxy S10+ and the new Galaxy Buds. (Source: Twitter/Roland Quandt)

Major Samsung Galaxy S10 leaks: Live images and reverse wireless chargeable Galaxy Buds

A new set of leaks concerning the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S10 has appeared, including information and a picture of a brand-new product. There are some live photos of two different Galaxy S10 devices in the hand, and there is an im...
Daniel R Deakin, 07 Feb 2019 06:26
Roland Quandt claims to know what the rear panels of the black S10s Plus look like. (Source: Phone Arena)

Roland Quandt posts images of Galaxy S10+ in black, both glass and ceramic

A tweet including possible live images of the upcoming Galaxy S10 Plus has been submitted by the well-regarded leaker Roland Quandt. Two versions of the same phone in the same color (black) are shown. However, variations in their ...
Deirdre O Donnell, 06 Feb 2019 19:21
The Find X's successor may have a name. (Source: GadgetMatch)

OPPO has filed a trademark application for the name Find Z

OPPO's Find series is a line of their more premium smartphones. Its 2019 iteration is a contender for the OEM's Snapdragon 855-powered flagship. Based on a new trademark filing with the EUIPO (European Union Intellectual Property ...
Deirdre O Donnell, 05 Feb 2019 23:30
The Gear Sport may be getting a successor soon. (Source: Samsung)

Galaxy Sport: fresh leak suggests new direction for the new Samsung smartwatch

The Samsung Gear Sport may get a successor soon, which is likely to be called the Galaxy Sport. This smartwatch will be the first product to feature Bixby Reminders. A new leak allegedly associated with this wearable shows that it...
Deirdre O Donnell, 05 Feb 2019 17:49
Vivo V15 Pro with pop-up camera hits Geekbench, Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 in tow

Qualcomm Snapdragon 675-powered Vivo V15 Pro hits Geekbench

The upcoming Vivo V15 Pro managed to score 2,382 points in the single-core test and 6,479 multi-core points on Geekbench, where it can be found as the Vivo 1818. Running Android Pie-based software and featuring a pop-up camera, th...
Codrut Nistor, 05 Feb 2019 12:10
Moto G7 unofficial render, Moto G7 XT1965-6 hits TENAA

Moto G7 XT1965-6 hits TENAA, most specs still not confirmed

Although most technical details are not present in the TENAA listing, the appearance of the Moto G7 XT1965-6 model on the website of the Chinese certification authority comes with information regarding the physical dimensions of t...
Codrut Nistor, 04 Feb 2019 16:07
This could be a real-world photo of the Xiaomi Mi 9 flagship smartphone. (Source: SlashLeaks/Weibo)

Alleged photo of Mi 9 accidentally leaked by Xiaomi product manager

A live photo of what is believed to be the Xiaomi Mi 9 has been posted online. The Chinese company’s product manager initially uploaded the picture to his Weibo account but then deleted it shortly afterwards. Although only a porti...
Daniel R Deakin, 03 Feb 2019 10:04
Samsung's Galaxy A90 could emulate the Vivo APEX's pop-up camera solution. (Source: Pandaily)

Rumored pop-up camera for the Samsung Galaxy A90

Ice universe has been stating an opinion over the rumored Samsung Galaxy A90 smartphone, summing it up in a single word: “perfect”. It seems the renowned leaker was talking about the device’s screen and the supposed use of a pop-u...
Daniel R Deakin, 03 Feb 2019 06:46
Apex Legends is set in the Titanfall universe. (Source: Express)

Titanfall rumor focuses on battle royale game, not sequel

A new game based in the Titanfall universe is expected to be announced and released on February 4, but apparently it won’t be a sequel to the critically praised Titanfall 2 title. The battle royale-style game is called Apex Legend...
Daniel R Deakin, 02 Feb 2019 23:55
Render of the rumored Lenovo Tab V7. (Source: Droid Shout)

Render and specifications of rumored Lenovo Tab V7 leaked

Droid Shout has received a tip claiming Lenovo has a new tablet in the works. The device, which is apparently called the Lenovo Tab V7, is expected to be a midrange slate that runs on Android 9 Pie straight out of the box. The lat...
Daniel R Deakin, 02 Feb 2019 22:39
More Inbox features are reportedly leaching into Gmail. (Source: Google)

New Reddit leak suggests Gmail will gain more Inbox features soon

A post on Reddit allegedly contains a screenshot of a Gmail app interface that integrates many features taken from Inbox. They include a pinned-only toggle, per-subject bundling and Assistant-esque reminders. They may have been pi...
Deirdre O Donnell, 02 Feb 2019 18:23
Could Pikiu be the chip for Huawei's foldable device instead of the Kirin 980? (Source: The Verge)

Huawei could be working on a new processor called Pikiu

A European Union Intellectual Property Office trademark application has been spotted by LetsGoDigital for “Pikiu”. The application was made at the end of January and comes under NICE classification 9, which includes chips and chip...
Daniel R Deakin, 02 Feb 2019 01:13
This leak also repeats the 'yellow S10 E' theory. (Source: Navva)

The Samsung Galaxy S10 line could start at US$859 in Europe

A major leak for the various verions of the Samsung Galaxy S10 may have outlined which colors and materials these phones will be shipped in this year. This information also contains pricing details which, as MySmartPrice claims, a...
Deirdre O Donnell, 01 Feb 2019 19:59
The specs of the Mi Max 3's successors may have been leaked. (Source: Mi.com)

Xiaomi Mi Max 4 and 4 Pro specs detailed in new leak

A new report suggests that the Xiaomi Mi Max 3 will have 2 successors: the Mi Max 4 and a Pro variant of the same. Both of these may have 7.2-inch displays and 48MP rear camera sensors. The Mi Max 4 Pro may have an in-display fing...
Deirdre O Donnell, 01 Feb 2019 19:06
Could this be the 2nd iPhone SE? (Source: SlashLeaks)

A new leak supports the possibility of a next-gen iPhone SE

With the release of the iPhone XR, the comparably 'budget' SE line seemed to have been killed off by Apple. Now, however, there are hints that it may be resurrected for this year or the next. A new post on SlashLeaks shows a phone...
Deirdre O Donnell, 01 Feb 2019 17:52
L-R: Energizer Ultimate U620S Pop and U630S Pop. (Source: GSMArena)

Energizer at MWC19: 26 phones, 18,000 mAh batteries, pop-up cameras, and even a foldable device

Energizer has announced that it will be unveiling 26 new phone models at MWC19 Barcelona. The American company, which is renowned for its long-lasting batteries and bunny mascot, has given Avenir license to use its name on phones ...
Daniel R Deakin, 01 Feb 2019 09:13
The renders show the flexibility of the Huawei Mate 5G foldable smartphone. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Renders show beautiful potential of Huawei Mate 5G foldable smartphone

Renders produced by the talented team at LetsGoDigital have given extraordinary life to some rather bland-looking Huawei patent drawings. The patent in question is for a foldable smartphone that could end up being the Chinese comp...
Daniel R Deakin, 01 Feb 2019 06:45
The Samsung Galaxy S10 and S10+ in black. (Source: WinFuture)

Images of the Samsung Galaxy S10 and S10+ in their European launch colors leaked

New images of the Samsung Galaxy S10 and S10+ have been leaked showing the smartphones in a range of three different colors. The colors are expected to be for handsets for the European market: There is black, a metallic green, and...
Daniel R Deakin, 01 Feb 2019 00:13
The Sony Xperia XZ4 could be amazing if it exists. (Source: Sumahoinfo)

Sony Xperia XZ4 rumor roundup: 52 MP camera, 4400 mAh battery, full specs, and a deep purple color option

New rumors about the Sony Xperia XZ4 have started appearing, including the possibility that the flagship smartphone will feature a 52 MP sensor in its rumored triple camera setup. A leaked specifications sheet claims that the Japa...
Daniel R Deakin, 31 Jan 2019 12:17

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