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The Apple MacBook could soon have an ARM variant. (Source: Apple)

MacBook 'Star' could be the first ARM-powered MacBook

Apple is reportedly preparing to introduce ARM-powered notebooks. A Digitimes report says that Pegatron has landed orders from Apple for an ARM-powered MacBook codenamed 'Star' with series number N84. The new MacBooks are speculat...
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 30 May 2018 09:38
The leaked device could end up being branded as the "motorolaone Power." (Source: Android Headlines)

Render of Motorola One Power device leaked

A render of a smartphone currently known as the Motorola One Power has been leaked. The image shows a device with slim bezels, a notch and a dual-camera setup on the rear. The Android One logo can be seen on the back case, whilst ...
Daniel R Deakin, 30 May 2018 02:07
Samsung SM-G8850 alleged Samsung Galaxy A8 Star (Source: SamMobile)

Hands-on video of the dual-camera Samsung Galaxy A8 Star surfaces online

The Samsung SM-G8850 handset that recently visited the offices of the Chinese telecom authority TENAA has now surfaced online in a short hands-on video. Although the processor inside it is still a mystery, most of the other specs ...
Codrut Nistor, 29 May 2018 22:35
Both devices sport sizeable chins. (Source: SlashLeaks)

Leaked image gives first glimpse into the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL

Images of the supposed screen protector of the Pixel 3 devices have surfaced, throwing more light on what we should expect from the devices, including a notch and dual selfie cameras.
Ricci Rox, 29 May 2018 16:52
Details of alleged Windows laptop with Snapdragon 845 by Lenovo (Source: Geekbench Browser)

Qualcomm Snapdragon 845-powered laptops coming soon

Sometimes delays can be benefic for laptops, since at least some of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835-powered Windows 10 portables that were expected to arrive this year will use the faster Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor instead, whi...
Codrut Nistor, 28 May 2018 22:55
Samsung SM-N960N details on Geekbench with Exynos 9810 processor (Source: Geekbench Browser)

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 might feature 8 GB RAM and 512 GB storage, Exynos 9810 variant hits Geekbench

While a recent rumor claims that a top-of-the-line variant of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 9 might hit the market with 8 GB RAM and 512 GB storage onboard, the Samsung SM-N960N model that has just surfaced on Geekbench only sp...
Codrut Nistor, 28 May 2018 16:50
The Mi 6. (Source: Android Pit)

Update | Xiaomi Mi 7 spotted online carrying an extremely attractive price tag

Xiaomi's upcoming flagship, the Mi 7, has been spotted online. The device is expected to feature a Snapdragon 845, 6 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage, 3D facial recognition, and wireless charging...and all of that could come with a US$...
Ricci Rox, 28 May 2018 15:13
LG V35 ThinQ at The Wireless Power Consortium (Source: Evan Blass)

Live image of the LG V35 ThinQ surfaces online

The live image recently discovered by Evan Blass on the website of The Wireless Power Consortium reveals a handset without a notch that might feature front-facing stereo speakers. The latest rumors mention a Qualcomm Snapdragon 84...
Codrut Nistor, 25 May 2018 12:55
Production of an N64 Mini console has yet to be confirmed by Nintendo. (Source: Don't Feed the Gamers)

Nintendo may be developing an N64 classic mini console

Nintendo has been spotted applying for a trademark for the N64 in Japan. This has led to further speculation that the Japanese company could be developing a smaller “classic” version of the renowned console. The original Nintendo ...
Daniel R Deakin, 24 May 2018 06:17
Samsung SM-T835/Galaxy Tab S4 updated specs (Source: GFXBench)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 hits GFXBench with Android 8.1 onboard, unknown Snapdragon processor

Less than a month since it surfaced with Android 8.0 Oreo onboard, the upcoming Samsung SM-T835 tablet hits the GFXBench database with Android 8.1. The graphics performance is slightly lower with the new software version, so it mi...
Codrut Nistor, 23 May 2018 19:35
Samsung Galaxy S9+ in Sunrise Gold (Source: TechnoBuffalo)

Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ in Sunrise Gold finish coming next month, US availability not confirmed yet

US customers not happy with the three color choices locally available for the Samsung Galaxy S9 lineup might want to wait for a little longer, because it looks like the Sunrise Gold option might reach them in the coming weeks. Eve...
Codrut Nistor, 22 May 2018 10:25
Ubuntu 18.10 - Communitheme new default interface (Source: Ubuntu blog)

Ubuntu 18.10 will come with a new default theme, improved power management, and more

Scheduled to arrive in October, Ubuntu 18.10 "Cosmic Cuttlefish" will still use GNOME but will come with a new default theme called Communitheme, improved power saving options, a faster first-time startup for apps installed as sna...
Codrut Nistor, 21 May 2018 12:01
The Samsung Galaxy J series began in 2013 and features affordable handsets. (Source: Winfuture.de)

Official renders of the Samsung Galaxy J4 appear online

Official press photos of the Samsung Galaxy J4 have turned up online, and they show the device available in two different colors. The Galaxy J4 will be an entry-level smartphone featuring a Samsung Exynos 7570 quad-core SoC. No pr...
Daniel R Deakin, 19 May 2018 01:26
It is possible a potential successor to Samsung's Galaxy Tab A 10.1 will also feature S-Pen support. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Tab Advanced2 device appears in Bluetooth listing

A device labeled as the “Galaxy Tab Advanced2” has been spotted in a Bluetooth declaration. The model number given in the details is SM-T583, which just happens to be the same model number currently cropping up on a Samsung suppor...
Daniel R Deakin, 18 May 2018 22:55
The successor to the Nokia 3 is in the works

The successor to the Nokia 3 is in the works

A tweet by tipster Roland Quandt has touted the existence of a successor to the Nokia 3. The Nokia 3.1 is said to be on the way and will be one of HMD's budget offerings for the year.
Ricci Rox, 18 May 2018 15:59
Acer Iconia One 10 Android tablet hits FCC with MediaTek processor in tow (Source: Tabletmonkeys)

The Acer Iconia One 10 tablet shows up at FCC

Just as its name suggests, the upcoming Acer Iconia One 10 tablet has a 10.1-inch full HD display. Its list of specs also includes the MediaTek MT8167A quad-core processor, 2 GB of memory, 32 GB internal storage, as well as a gene...
Codrut Nistor, 17 May 2018 13:20
Samsung Galaxy A8 Star SM-G885F/DS Interoperability Certificate (Source: Wi-Fi Alliance)

Samsung Galaxy A8 Star receives its WiFi certification

The certification document spotted on the website of the Wi-Fi Alliance only shows a few details, as usual. Based on the information it provides, we can only confirm that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A8 Star will launch with Androi...
Codrut Nistor, 16 May 2018 19:41
A 7 nm GPU would make more sense for Nvidia's 2-year cycle, since TSMC is looking to make the jump to the 5 nm stepping by 2020. (Source: Nvidia)

Rumor | Nvidia GTX 11xx series could come with 7 nm chips instead of 12 nm, launching late November

With the release of the latest 7 nm chips manufactured by TSMC and GlobalFoundries, is Nvidia going to release the next gen GPUs on the short-lived 12 nm stepping, or will it jump directly to 7 nm? If the green team chooses to go ...
Bogdan Solca, 16 May 2018 17:43
The iPhone SE. (Source: Macworld)

iPhone SE 2 billed for September release

The iPhone SE 2 has been in the headlines for a few weeks now. The successor to the pint-sized, cheaper iPhone released two years ago is on its way, and could very well be released sooner than expected, in September.
Ricci Rox, 16 May 2018 15:34
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 featured a Snapdragon 820 SoC. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 confirmed in Bluetooth certification

A Bluetooth certification listing for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 has been spotted by SamMobile. The declaration details seem to confirm the existence of the device, which should offer Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. The last tablet in ...
Daniel R Deakin, 15 May 2018 23:30
Dell XPS 15 9570 not coming in black, reveals Frank Azor on Twitter

Frank Azor: No chance for a black Dell XPS 15 9570

Although those who purchase the Dell XPS 15 9575 2-in-1 can already choose to have it in black, Frank Azor has recently confirmed that the Dell XPS 15 9570 laptop will not get such a color option anytime soon. The XPS 15 9570 is o...
Codrut Nistor, 14 May 2018 17:41
The Snapdragon 710 will be built on a 10nm LPE process. (Source: Qualcomm)

Details of the Snapdragon 710 and 730 revealed

Details of Qualcomm's upcoming SoCs have surfaced. The company launched its 700-series at MWC a few months and is set to kick off the line with the Snapdragon 710 and Snapdragon 730, the latter of which will be built on a 8nm manu...
Ricci Rox, 14 May 2018 17:26
Leaks suggest an Asus ROG gaming smartphone for Computex 2018 (Image source: Asus)

Leaks suggest an Asus ROG gaming smartphone for Computex 2018

The Republic of Gamers name may be about to expand into new territory. Although a surprising concept, the idea may not be that far-fetched as there are already a small number of gaming-centric smartphones including those from Raze...
Allen Ngo, 12 May 2018 04:13
BlackBerry Mobile is a brand name used by the Chinese smartphone manufacturer TCL Corporation. (Source: @BBMobile)

BlackBerry KEY2 gets official announcement date

The Twitter account for BlackBerry Mobile has teased an announcement date for the aptly named successor to the company’s KEYone smartphone: the KEY². According to the tweet, the KEY² will be unveiled in New York on June 7 at 10 a...
Daniel R Deakin, 11 May 2018 23:37
The S8 Lite comes in a charming red color option. (Source: Weibo)

Images | Samsung Galaxy S8 Lite could be set for May 21 launch

Renders of Samsung's next smartphone, the Galaxy S8 Lite have surfaced. The S8 Lite is said to be set for a May 21 launch and will feature a Snapdragon 660. Going by the renders, the device's design is nigh-identical to the S8's, ...
Ricci Rox, 11 May 2018 22:55
The numbers 106, 116, and 126 point to where the hinge screen would be located. (Source: Free Patents Online)

Microsoft patent shows device with three displays

A recently published patent assigned to Microsoft appears to show a device with three screens. The illustrated foldable tablet has two seemingly regular-sized screens, and there is a third screen located on the hinge that separate...
Daniel R Deakin, 11 May 2018 22:32
Apple customers may also benefit from in-store loans made available by Goldman Sachs. (Source: Trend Hunter)

Apple credit card may be coming soon

According to a report by the Wall Street Journal, Apple has teamed up with investment bank Goldman Sachs to produce a joint credit card. The Cupertino-based company already has a deal with Barclaycard in regard to financing purcha...
Daniel R Deakin, 10 May 2018 21:18
The new Lenovo smartphone is expected to offer an impressive screen-to-body ratio. (Source: Weibo)

Lenovo developing new flagship smartphone

It appears Lenovo may be working on a new flagship smartphone. A partial image of a bezel-less device has been published on the Weibo account for Chang Cheng, the Lenovo Group’s VP. There is seemingly no controversial notch presen...
Daniel R Deakin, 09 May 2018 22:22
As Thanos, a player can leap high into the air and deliver a massive blow to the ground. (Source: Express)

Epic issue Fortnite Android beta scam warning and Thanos gets nerfed

A representative for Epic Games has confirmed that an email inviting people to participate in a Fortnite Android beta is a phishing scam. Gamers have been warned not to share any personal information if they receive such an email....
Daniel R Deakin, 08 May 2018 23:24
The A12 SoC is expected to be launched in mid-2019. (Source: MyDrivers)

Leak claims Apple's upcoming A12 smartphone SoC is ~30% faster than A11

Leaker Ice Universe claims that TSMC is manufacturing A12 prototypes using the new 7 nm process, and the performance gains over the current A11 are considerable, sitting at ~30%. However, the power consumption is not on par with w...
Bogdan Solca, 08 May 2018 21:20
Nubia Z18 spotted online, said to come with 90% screen-to-body ratio

Nubia Z18 spotted online, said to come with 90% screen-to-body ratio

Nubia CEO Ni Fei has claimed that the company's upcoming Nubia Z18 will have a full-screen more impressive than the 90.36% screen-to-body ratio on the Nubia Z17s. There's a problem with that, though: The Nubia Z17s has an 81.5% sc...
Ricci Rox, 08 May 2018 16:02
Twitter might get encrypted messages soon

Encrypted messages apparently coming to Twitter

Although the company's representatives declined to comment so far, it looks like the "Secret conversation" option that was recently spotted inside the Twitter for Android application package is ready to bring encrypted messaging c...
Codrut Nistor, 08 May 2018 14:24
The GTX 1180 is based on the GV104 processor. (Source: Rock, Paper, Shotgun)

More details about the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1180 surface

An entry for the upcoming Nvidia GeForce GTX 1180 graphics card has been made in TechPowerUp’s GPU database. Notebookcheck already reported on rumors surrounding the next-gen GPU and the data that has now surfaced online seems to ...
Daniel R Deakin, 07 May 2018 22:55
A fan-made render featuring a bezel-less display and less intrusive upper notch, plus the in-display fingerprint. (Source: PhoneWorld)

Update (Fake) | Samsung Galaxy Note 9 destroys iPhone X in latest leaked benchmarks

Fans of the Note series can now rejoice since the latest benchmarks reveal the true power of the phablet. Previous benchmarks presented the Note 9 as a 5 GB device that could end up slower than the S9, but the latest tests show qu...
Bogdan Solca, 07 May 2018 22:08
Mysterious AMD Vega 12 GPU info leaks out, plus Vega 20 AI features

Mysterious AMD Vega 12 GPU info leaks out, plus Vega 20 AI features

The codenames for the upcoming Vega 20 and Vega 12 GPUs were mentioned in the latest LLVM and Clang compiler patches. Codenamed GFX906, the Vega 20 will support native AI instructions and the patch information reveals that it will...
Bogdan Solca, 07 May 2018 20:36
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 unofficial render (Source: Wccftech)

The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 could feature a new S-Pen, virtual fingerprint recognition, and more

About four months before the alleged release date of the Samsung Galaxy Note 9, a refreshed set of details reveals the following: 3,850 mAh battery with 18 W fast charging, under-the-display fingerprint scanner, new S-Pen, Bixby 2...
Codrut Nistor, 07 May 2018 17:28
The Redmi Note 5 Pro is powered by a Snapdragon 636. (Source: XDA-Developers)

Xiaomi "Valentino" to be powered by phantom Snapdragon 638

A mysterious Xiaomi device has been spotted on Geekbench. The device is listed as being powered by...a Snapdragon 638, whatever that is.
Ricci Rox, 07 May 2018 14:55
iPad Pro with notch - unofficial render, iOS 13 to bring new iPad-centric features

Upcoming iOS 13 update to include a new home screen, various iPad-focused features

Although iOS 12 beta is not available yet for the public, a recent leak revealed a few details about its successor. According to this leak, iOS 13 "Yukon" will come with an updated Files app, a home screen redesign, tabs in apps l...
Codrut Nistor, 07 May 2018 13:49
The LG V35 ThinQ. (Source: Android Headlines)

Details of LG's next flagship, the V35 ThinQ, surface

New reports have claimed that AT&T will not bear the new LG G7 ThinQ under its banners. The carrier apparently has other plans, though, as LG's next flagship, the V35 ThinQ, is expected to be an AT&T exclusive. Renders of the V35 ...
Ricci Rox, 06 May 2018 14:48
Unofficial Samsung Galaxy S10 concept, launch date set in January 2019

Samsung Galaxy S10 expected to arrive in January 2019

Insiders familiar with the 10th anniversary Samsung flagship claim that the upcoming — apparently not foldable — Galaxy S10 handset is likely going to launch at the CES 2019 trade show. This popular trade show is scheduled to take...
Codrut Nistor, 05 May 2018 07:50
Never settle. (Source: XDA-Developers)

Hands-on images of the OnePlus 6 surface

Live images of the upcoming OnePlus 6 have surfaced, shining some more light on what we should expect from OnePlus's upcoming flagship killer. There's a notch present but the bezels are slim and there's also a headphone jack, so i...
Ricci Rox, 03 May 2018 20:17
The premium Google Pixelbook Chromebook received a rating of "good" in our November 2017 review. (Source: Own)

Dell and HP may be working on premium Chromebooks

There has been a report suggesting that Dell and HP could be working on new high-end Chromebooks. Currently, there are scant options when it comes to choosing a premium Chromebook for use in the enterprise sector; the Google Pixel...
Daniel R Deakin, 02 May 2018 20:39
Facebook dislike/downvote button under testing on mobiles in New Zealand and Australia (Source: Daniel Van Boom/CNET)

The downvote button now tested by some Facebook users in Australia and New Zealand

The testing of the downvote button continues with a limited number of Facebook users, but now this feature rolls out to those in Australia and New Zealand. Just as before, this button allows the users to provide feedback about the...
Codrut Nistor, 01 May 2018 13:55
Apple analyst, Ming-Chi Kuo, formerly of KGI Securities. (Source: KGI Securities)

Prolific Apple tipster Ming-Chi Kuo leaves KGI Securities, Tim Cook heard cheering

Ming-Chi Kuo, serial leaker of Apple's product plans, has left KGI Securities. The news could mean a slow down in the number of accurate leaks about Apple's product plans, much to the relief of many an executive at Apple's Cuperti...
Sanjiv Sathiah, 01 May 2018 12:45
Image: Apple (w/ edits)

Barclays: Apple won't include Lightning to 3.5mm adapter this year

Barclay's analyst Blayne Curtis is predicting that Apple will stop bundling the Lightning to 3.5mm audio adapter with the iPhone released this fall. If this prediction comes true, iPhone users that want wired audio would have to s...
Sam Medley, 30 Apr 2018 23:13
The LG G6. (Source: Digital Trends)

LG G6, G5, V20 set to receive Oreo updates

LG is set to send out The Android 8.0 Oreo update to the LG G6. Considering the fact that the G6 is the current LG flagship in that series, an Oreo update by this time is rather shambolic. The G5 and V20 are expected to receive th...
Ricci Rox, 30 Apr 2018 20:46
Sony Xperia XZ Premium Android flagship features a hidden 120 Hz display setting

Sony confirms 120 Hz display mode support for the XZ Premium

Although the Xperia XZ Premium supports video decoding at 120 Hz, Sony has chosen to "to strike a balance between power consumption and consumer benefit" and so this display mode has been disabled to ensure an increased autonomy f...
Codrut Nistor, 30 Apr 2018 19:37
LG Watch Sport smartwatch to get a hybrid sibling soon

LG Watch Timepiece hybrid watch apparently coming in June

According to an exclusive report that recently surfaced online, the LG Watch Timepiece runs Wear OS and combines a quartz movement watch with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 2100-powered smart module that features a circular 1.2-inch LCD di...
Codrut Nistor, 30 Apr 2018 18:20
Samsung Galaxy A6 lineup now official

Full Samsung Galaxy A6 and Galaxy A6+ specs list revealed

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy A6 and Galaxy A6+ come with mid-range specs and feature a flat Infinity Display panel. Out of the two, the A6+ is the only one with a dual camera setup on the back and a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. T...
Codrut Nistor, 30 Apr 2018 16:10
Apple MacBook Pro (2017) with Touch ID and OLED toolbar

Next-gen MacBook Pro rumored to arrive in 2019 with up to 32 GB RAM

It seems that the delay of the 10 nm Intel Cannon Lake processors and the current pricing of 32 GB memory modules compatible with Apple's requirements are both pushing the launch of the next-gen MacBook Pro to 2019. Two years ago,...
Codrut Nistor, 30 Apr 2018 13:40

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