Samsung patents modular TV that turns into an AiO PCA fresh patent by Samsung describes a modular TV that features a curved display and a modular base that can be configured as needed, from a speaker and wireless charger all the way to an AiO PC.Codrut Nistor, 31 Dec 2017 15:10
Snapdragon 630-powered Sony Xperia XA2 Ultra apparently in the worksThe Sony handset with the model number H4233 has visited GFXBench back in September, but now it surfaced on Malaysia's SRIM product certification body, so it will probably hit the market during MWC like its predecessor.Codrut Nistor, 30 Dec 2017 16:20
Sandstone OnePlus 5T might hit the market next monthA recently uploaded YouTube video by OnePlus suggests that a stone-textured handset is on its way, although we will probably have an official confirmation at CES 2018, if not sooner.Codrut Nistor, 30 Dec 2017 13:57
Project Andromeda app listing spotted in the Microsoft StoreA listing on the Microsoft Store could give further impetus to the fact that Microsoft could be testing app development on an unknown platform, currently designated '8828080'. Interestingly, the number also refers to Microsoft's t...Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 30 Dec 2017 10:41
Details of the Meizu 15 Plus revealed, Snapdragon 835 in towMeizu's next premium device, the 15 Plus, will uncharacteristically be powered by a Snapdragon SoC. The Snapdragon 835, in this case. Considering a March launch is expected, an 835 is just a tad underwhelming. Better late than nev...Ricci Rox, 30 Dec 2017 10:17
Google buries the Pixel C tablet, the Pixelbook is now aloneThe two-year-old Pixel C is still an impressive piece of hardware, but Google has finally decided to stop selling it. However, the Pixel C magnetic keyboard is still available, and it retails for just US$99 (US$149 MSRP).Codrut Nistor, 29 Dec 2017 21:10
ZTE Blade V9 coming soonThe 5.7-inch ZTE Blade V9 has a screen ratio of 18:9, but mid-range specs: Qualcomm Snapdragon 450, up to 4 GB RAM and 64 GB internal storage, a dual camera setup on the back. Considering these specs, the price should not exceed U...Codrut Nistor, 29 Dec 2017 19:09
Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ show up at FCCAlthough Samsung might take a while to ensure the batteries inside the new Galaxy flagships are safe, the international Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ models have been already certified by the FCC. Sadly, there is no official launch dat...Codrut Nistor, 29 Dec 2017 16:30
CES 2018 | Dell XPS 15 2-in-1 included in supposedly leaked list of anticipated CES revealsExpect to hear more than a dozen new laptops and convertibles from the biggest PC manufacturers in the world in less than two weeks if these rumors prove to be true.Allen Ngo, 29 Dec 2017 07:15
Huawei Mate 10 coming to AT&T in FebruaryAlthough we already heard that Huawei will enter the US market via AT&T and Verizon Wireless with the Mate 10 and Mate 10 Pro, now we also know that the smaller of the two is scheduled to hit AT&T in February.Codrut Nistor, 28 Dec 2017 11:15
HTC may cut its 2018 smartphone lineup to just a few modelsA slightly updated U11 Plus, brand new U12, and a short list of mid-range models will reportedly make up the entire HTC smartphone lineup for this coming year.Allen Ngo, 28 Dec 2017 08:10
Bank of Israel might issue cryptocurrencyAn anonymous source revealed that The Bank of Israel is taking into account the introduction of cryptocurrency in the country's economy by the end of 2019 to allow for faster payments and to reduce the amount of cash in circulatio...Codrut Nistor, 27 Dec 2017 10:51
Huawei's leaked roadmap gives a glimpse of what's to come in 2018, P20 in towA roadmap of what is supposed to come out of Huawei's stables in 2018 has surfaced during one of the presentations by the handset maker's Israeli importer. While we are already aware of the upcoming Mate 10 series, there was a rev...Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 27 Dec 2017 06:29
Xiaomi Mi Max 3 to feature 7-inch display, 5500 mAh battery, Snapdragon 660The Mi Max series offers large devices with hefty batteries, so it's no surprise that the next device in the series, the Mi Max 3, will turn the dial to the extreme, with a larger display, bigger battery, and a SoC upgrade.Ricci Rox, 26 Dec 2017 14:23
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2018) surfaces onlineThe 5-inch Samsung Galaxy J2 (2018) is an affordable handset with a case made of plastic, capacitive front buttons, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 processor, 1.5 GB RAM, and 16 GB internal storage. The latest rumors claim it will launc...Codrut Nistor, 23 Dec 2017 08:25
Next-gen Apple Watch might feature an advanced heart monitorAlthough the Apple Watch already features heart monitoring capabilities, the tech giant headquartered in Cupertino is currently testing a smartwatch that sports an EKG capable of detecting some cardiac problems before they become ...Codrut Nistor, 22 Dec 2017 23:23
Mi 6X to feature iPhone X-esque dual rear camera placementXiaomi's Mi 5X was overshadowed by the Mi A1, even though both devices were, for all intents and purposes, the same. A leak has surfaced that suggests that the Mi 5X's successor, the Mi 6X, will adopt the same vertical dual rear c...Ricci Rox, 22 Dec 2017 17:58
Amazon might be working on a competitor for YouTubeAmazon seems to aim at Google's YouTube these days, since the online commerce giant already registered a few URLs such as AmazonOpenTube.com, not to mention the trademark requests with the US Patent and Trademark Office.Codrut Nistor, 21 Dec 2017 19:55
UPDATE | More evidence of Apple throttling the CPU in iPhones with worn batteriesMore users of older iPhones are now claiming an improvement in performance after a battery replacement. One posted a couple of screenshots on Twitter showing the CPU being underclocked to less than half of its stock speed before r...Craig Ward, 21 Dec 2017 13:17
Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ covers and cases surface onlineA set of Olixar cases for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ can be already pre-ordered from MobileFun, and the UK online store also mentioned a February 28 release date for these accessories.Codrut Nistor, 21 Dec 2017 11:55
Apple mulling at unified app development a la Microsoft's UWPApple is looking for a way to 'converge a toaster and a refrigerator' by means of creating its own version of a unified app platform similar to what Microsoft currently has in Windows 10. The unified app platform will enable apps ...Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 21 Dec 2017 07:24
Huawei MediaPad M3 successor could be coming soonThe SHT-W09 model name designation for the supposed MediaPad M5 is very similar to the BTV-W09 model name for the current MediaPad M3.Allen Ngo, 17 Dec 2017 23:03
Samsung and Xiaomi to release ARM-powered Windows 10 devices next yearAsus recently announced the release of the new ARM-powered NovaGo. Lenovo is said to be working on a competitor already, and it looks like Xiaomi and Samsung may be joining the game soon, with both companies reported to be working...Ricci Rox, 17 Dec 2017 13:56
Samsung Galaxy S9 to be unveiled at MWC in FebruaryThe Samsung Galaxy S9 is expected to be announced on February 27, at the Mobile World Congress that will hold in Barcelona. This is plausible, of course, as previous Galaxy S devices have usually been launched within a three-week ...Ricci Rox, 15 Dec 2017 21:27
Xiaomi and Huawei set to make entry into the US marketHuawei and Xiaomi are two of the top six smartphone manufacturers, a noteworthy feat considering their dire lack of presence in the US. Both companies look set to remedy that, however, with reports claiming that there are deals on...Ricci Rox, 15 Dec 2017 21:20
35-Watt and 65-Watt mobile Ryzen processors might be coming soon according to a product slideAn apparent product slide leak shows 35 W and 65 W mobile Ryzen processors coming in spring 2018 to compete against Intel's HQ and HK series. This leak is a rumor and details haven't been confirmed by AMD.Craig Ward, 14 Dec 2017 21:18
Huawei Enjoy 7S set for December 18 launch, details revealedHuawei is set to announce the launch of the new Enjoy 7S at an event in Xi An, on December 13. The mid-ranger shares a lot of similarities with the Honor 9 Lite. So much, in fact, that we're tempted to claim that they're the same ...Ricci Rox, 14 Dec 2017 14:01
Lenovo: The ThinkPad T470p likely won't get a successor in form of a T480pThe ThinkPad T-Series is apparently getting an update soon as the CES 2018 draws near – but one model of the 2017-lineup seems to be getting the axe. The T480p as the successor of the T470p could be made obsolete by the new 15 W Q...Benjamin Herzig, 13 Dec 2017 20:57
Xiaomi to launch Mi 7 and Mi 7 Plus together, both to feature full-screen displaysXiaomi's flagships are usually among the first to be released in the year, and it looks like the next-gen offering, the Mi 7, could be launched within the next few months. The device is touted to launch alongside a plus-sized vers...Ricci Rox, 12 Dec 2017 17:14
Rumor | References to a new Huawei tablet surface online, purportedly the MediaPad M4Some references to what could be the successor to the MediaPad M3 have surfaced online via an UAprof.xml file. The references point to a similar display resolution as the M3 and the OS version to be Android 8 Oreo.Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 12 Dec 2017 12:41
(Update: likely fake) | Leaked slide shows Ryzen 7 2800X coming in February 2018 with +82% performance over 1800XLeaked slides, which are claimed to be genuine AMD material, show core and thread count for the upcoming 2700, 2800, and 2800X, as well as the frequencies that they run at. You can expect these new Ryzen processors to start shippi...Craig Ward, 11 Dec 2017 01:20
First rumors of the Nokia 6 (2018) surfaceThe Nokia 6 was released way back in January, which means we're about set for the launch of its successor, the Nokia 6 (2018), possibly at MWC in February. Details of the device have surfaced online, painting the picture of a rath...Ricci Rox, 10 Dec 2017 20:06
Andy Rubin returns to Essential after absence over misconduct caseAndy Rubin, founder of Essential and creator of the Android OS, went on a leave of absence at the tail end of November over a case of perceived misconduct during his time as an executive at Google.Ricci Rox, 10 Dec 2017 20:03
Samsung patent describes a double-display smartphoneSamsung has multiple patents for various styles of foldable smartphones. It is unknown if the manufacturer will utilize bendable displays for the rumored Galaxy X.Allen Ngo, 10 Dec 2017 02:57
Huawei Nova 2S coming soon to ChinaHuawei Nova 2S is expected to debut tomorrow as an improved version of the Nova 2. Its list of unconfirmed specs and features includes the octa-core HiSilicon Kirin 960 processor, dual cameras on both sides, as well as Android Ore...Codrut Nistor, 06 Dec 2017 23:59
Leaked advertising material indicates Huawei P11 might have triple 40 MP rear lens and 5x Hybrid zoomHuawei has been steadily improving their phone cameras to compete with the best available from the competition. Now four advertising posters have leaked via the portfolio of a creative agency that works with Huawei showing that th...Craig Ward, 06 Dec 2017 23:58
Samsung Galaxy S9 to come with a desktop dock called DeX PadA new drop in the ocean of Samsung Galaxy S9-related leaks and speculations reveals that the next-generation desktop dock that we already heard about will be named DeX Pad. Sadly, this new bit of information comes without other de...Codrut Nistor, 04 Dec 2017 23:25
Lenovo V730 business notebook leaks onlineThe Lenovo V730 is a 13-inch notebook that has an 8th generation Intel Core processor inside (up to i7, of course) and features a business design that places it between the ThinkPad lineup and the IdeaPad family.Codrut Nistor, 04 Dec 2017 22:10
Most affordable iPad ever might arrive in Q2 2018Although it is rumored that next year will bring at least one iPad with Face ID, insiders familiar with the matter also revealed that Apple also plans to launch its cheapest iPad to date in 2018. The price of this tablet is expect...Codrut Nistor, 04 Dec 2017 12:45
Details of a possible Xperia XZ1s surfaceSome details of Sony's next premium device have been revealed on a user agent profile online. Not much is confirmed at the moment but listed data points towards a 16:9 display, which is, perhaps, proof of Sony's obstinacy in the d...Ricci Rox, 03 Dec 2017 20:03
Rumor | Upcoming Snapdragon 845 SoCs to feature third gen Kryo coresThe new Kryo cores should include four ARM Cortex-A75 processors and four efficient Cortex-A53 cores, along with the Adreno 630 GPU. The Snapdragon 845 is also expected to support quad 25 MP cameras (2 front + 2 rear) and the X20 ...Bogdan Solca, 01 Dec 2017 14:06
ZTE stops making Axon 7 handsetsZTE Axon 7 has been around since mid-2016 and now it runs Android 7.1.1 Nougat, but it also received CyanogenMod support in the meantime. Sadly, ZTE has just confirmed that this handset is no longer being manufactured.Codrut Nistor, 30 Nov 2017 13:45
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (2017) hits FCCNot long after being spotted in multiple benchmark database websites, the new Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime Android smartphone is now almost ready to hit the market, since it has just been listed by the FCC.Codrut Nistor, 27 Nov 2017 23:30
OnePlus 5 to get facial recognition capabilitiesA leaked Android Oreo-based firmware build for the OnePlus 5 reveals that this handset might soon get the Face Unlock feature that has been introduced last week with the new OnePlus 5T flagship.Codrut Nistor, 27 Nov 2017 10:35
Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ might show up in JanuaryNew rumors claim that Samsung's next-gen flagships, namely the Galaxy S9 and the Galaxy S9+, could be revealed in full or at least teased during the Consumer Electronics Show in January. Sadly, there is nothing new to say about th...Codrut Nistor, 24 Nov 2017 14:15
BlackBerry KEYone 2 apparently surfaced on GeekbenchA handset known as "Qualcomm BBF100-1" surfaced on Geekbench and it is very likely to see it soon available on the market as a direct successor to the BlackBerry KEYone. Sadly, this handset has not been officially confirmed yet.Codrut Nistor, 24 Nov 2017 00:15
Rumor | Apple working on its own AR headset, believes it to be a game changerApple is rumored to be developing its own Augmented Reality (AR) headset independent of its existing mobile offerings, running custom parts and software. The company is said to be targeting a late-2019 to early-2020 launch for th...Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 22 Nov 2017 15:56
We should get ready for a boring Samsung Galaxy S9The Samsung Galaxy S9 could enter mass production next month and will leave drastic design changes aside, featuring a dual-camera setup, an improved processor, as well as a repositioned fingerprint reader. On top of these, we shou...Codrut Nistor, 22 Nov 2017 14:15
Upcoming AMD Ryzen processors spotted in BIOS updates for B350/X370 mainboardsThe latest BIOS release for the Asus mainboards that use the AMD B350 and X370 chipsets comes with a description that mentions "new upcoming processors" without naming them. However, it is almost certain that the update comes to a...Codrut Nistor, 21 Nov 2017 10:05
Future Samsung Galaxy smartphones may incorporate copper heat pipesMounting dedicated vapor chamber heat pipes would alleviate some of the temperature issues for future smartphones that current smartphones are already facing.Allen Ngo, 20 Nov 2017 07:08