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Nokia 8 Android smartphone promo poster leaks online

Nokia 8 leaks online

This upcoming 5.2-inch handset is expected to feature IP68-rated protection from the elements, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 4 GB or 6 GB RAM, a dual-camera setup, an iris scanner, and more.
Codrut Nistor, 08 Jul 2017 08:20
Image source: VentureBeat

Moto G5S Plus specs leaked

A possible new model of the Moto G5 may bring more premium materials, a larger screen, and a dual-camera setup for vastly improved photos.
Sam Medley, 08 Jul 2017 00:13
Motorola Moto G5 Android smartphone in Blue Sapphire finish

Motorola launch event coming later this month

The event is scheduled to take place in New York City on the 25th of July, and it is expected to involve a few new Moto Mods, as well as the Moto Z2 Force flagship, a handset that has been in the rumor mill for a while now.
Codrut Nistor, 08 Jul 2017 00:10
Mid-range Asus ZenFone 4 spotted on Geekbench

Mid-range Asus ZenFone 4 spotted on Geekbench

The expansive ZenFone 4 series is nearing its launch and a new model equipped with the Snapdragon 660 has now appeared with the model name Z01KD.
Allen Ngo, 07 Jul 2017 22:43
Jawbone fitness trackers, Jawbone finally out of business as of early July 2017

Jawbone is apparently gone

Although the company declines to comment, multiple sources confirm that the brand that delivered many Bluetooth headphones, wireless speakers, and fitness trackers is now gone and its CEO and many employees moved to Jawbone Health...
Codrut Nistor, 07 Jul 2017 12:25
Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 spotted on Geekbench - Snapdragon 835

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 spotted on Geekbench - Snapdragon 835

The Mi Mix 2 has made its trip to popular benchmark platform, Geekbench. Snapdragon 835, 6GB of RAM, Android 7.1.1 Nougat.`
Ricci Rox, 06 Jul 2017 19:26
HTC U11 Android flagship in blue finish, mid-range sibling rumored to launch soon

Mid-range HTC U11 variant surfaces online

The leaked specs and features of this upcoming HTC handset include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor, a 5.2-inch full HD display, Bluetooth 5.0, 16 MP cameras on both sides, as well as a 2,600 mAh battery and Android 7.1.1 Nouga...
Codrut Nistor, 06 Jul 2017 19:00
The Surge S1 aims to balance performance and power-efficiency for upper-mid range handsets. (Source: Fonearena)

Xiaomi's Surge S1 SoC could find possible takers in the upper-midrange segment

The S1 Surge SoC hopes to carve its own space in the hotly contested ARM processor market with a likely launch on some upcoming Nokia phones.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 06 Jul 2017 07:51
Huawei Mate 10 billed for October release

Huawei Mate 10 billed for October release

The Huawei Mate 10 may be set for an October release. Edge display, 18:9 aspect ratio, Augmented Reality, iris scanning, Kirin 970. Sounds exciting.
Ricci Rox, 05 Jul 2017 23:04
A leaked photo showing a case for the Galaxy Note 8. (Source: Twitter)

The headphone jack survives on the Galaxy Note 8, leaked photo shows

A new smartphone case for Samsung's upcoming phablet all but confirms the existence of a 3.5 mm headphone jack on the device. The photo of the case was revealed yesterday, but has not been commented on by Samsung.
John Garcia, 05 Jul 2017 19:30
Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro Android phablet to get successors with a dual-camera setup

Next-gen Galaxy A and Galaxy C to feature dual cameras

Both expected to hit the market after the arrival of the Galaxy Note 8, the Galaxy A and Galaxy C families are expected to offer a dual-camera setup, but nothing has been confirmed by Samsung yet.
Codrut Nistor, 05 Jul 2017 14:45
Moto X4 Android smartphoneto debut with Qualcomm Snapdragon 630

Moto X4 specs surface online

An insider familiar with the upcoming Moto X4 claims the latest leaks are wrong and this mid-ranger features a Snapdragon 630 processor, as well as dual rear cameras and an aluminum body with IP68 water resistance.
Codrut Nistor, 05 Jul 2017 08:15
First rumors of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 surface

First rumors of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 surface

We may be getting introduced to the Redmi Note 5 soon. 5.5" FHD display, 3790mAh battery, up to 4GB of RAM, up to 64GB of storage, Quick Charge 3.0.
Ricci Rox, 04 Jul 2017 23:58
Asus delays Android Wear 2.0 update for ZenWatch 2

Asus delays Android Wear 2.0 update for ZenWatch 2

Although the arrival of the new firmware for the ZenWatch 3 has been confirmed to happen on July 11, it seems that those using the previous generation smartwatch by Asus might have to wait a few more weeks.
Codrut Nistor, 04 Jul 2017 10:05
Sony bezel-less handset to use the JDI 6-inch, 18:9 ratio touchscreen display, launch expected for September 2017

IFA 2017 | Sony might unveil a bezel-less handset in September

A rumor that surfaced on Weibo claims that Sony plans to unveil a 6-inch handset with a bezel-less design that uses a JDI ultra-narrow touchscreen with an aspect ratio of 18:9.
Codrut Nistor, 04 Jul 2017 09:30
Will the Touch ID fingerprint scanner disappear from the next iPhone? A recent report claims that Apple has a new authentication technology in the works. (Source: Apple)

Rumor: Apple to scrap Touch ID with the iPhone 8

Seeing its debut on the iPhone 5S, Apple's Touch ID has become a staple feature across the company's lineup of devices. However, a recent report suggests that the company is looking to introduce a new form of authentication with t...
Sebastian Eifrid, 04 Jul 2017 03:25
Samsung Galaxy S8 Mini to offer nigh-flagship specs for lovers of smaller devices

Samsung Galaxy S8 Mini to offer nigh-flagship specs for lovers of smaller devices

On a side note, Sony is also set to release a new pint-sized device, the XZ1 Compact, in September. That one carries a Snapdragon 835, though, so it'll be interesting to see which of these win the market.
Ricci Rox, 03 Jul 2017 22:17
Android 8.0 confirmed to launch in Q3 2017, might be known as "Oreo"

Android 8.0 confirmed to arrive in Q3

Although the accurate launch date is still unknown and Android Oreo is still an unconfirmed name, Google revealed that the next major Android version is scheduled to arrive by the end of this year's third quarter.
Codrut Nistor, 03 Jul 2017 12:05
Xiaomi may replace the Redmi Pro line with a new X series

Xiaomi may replace the Redmi Pro line with a new X series

There's a chance the Xiaomi Redmi Pro 2 has been canceled and will be replaced by a new Xiaomi X1. If reports of the new device's price are to be believed, this may turn out to be a reckless move by the OEM.
Ricci Rox, 03 Jul 2017 08:54
Thanks to its incorporation of various Wi-Fi and cellular networks, Project Fi boasts a wide coverage area. Its number of supported devices, however, is rather limited. (Source: Google)

A new budget-friendly phone expected to join the Project Fi lineup

One of the biggest complaints against Google's wireless service, Project Fi, is its lack of supported phones. In a recent statement, the company promised to add a new third-party device to the lineup "later this year".
Sebastian Eifrid, 30 Jun 2017 09:45
An artist's rendition of the iPhone 8 shows what its new wall charger might look like. (Source: Benjamin Geskin via MacRumors)

Rumor: iPhone 8 to have faster charging with a 10W wall charger

Apple's next iPhone is rumored to come with a 10W USB-C wall charger, giving users a faster charging experience. Still, consumers should not expect to see a USB-C port in place of the company's signature Lightning port on the devi...
Sebastian Eifrid, 29 Jun 2017 04:57
Moto Z2 specs leaked on GFXBench

Moto Z2 specs leaked on GFXBench

According to a leaked GFXBench listing, the Moto Z2 will feature a Snapdragon 835, 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage, and a 5.5-inch 2K display.
Sam Medley, 28 Jun 2017 23:53
Samsung Galaxy S7 Active rugged Android flagship confirmed to receive Android 8.0 update

Unofficial list of Samsung devices to get Android 8.0 shows up

While the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S8 handsets will get Android O for sure, it is very likely that the Galaxy S6 series and the Note 5 phablet will never receive an official update to Android 8.0.
Codrut Nistor, 28 Jun 2017 15:55
New Sharp FS8016 on a benchmark tour

New Sharp FS8016 on a benchmark tour

Sharp's new device, styled "FS8016" has earned our attention by its visits to various benchmarking apps. Snapdragon 660, 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, 5.5" 2K display.
Ricci Rox, 27 Jun 2017 22:08
LineageOS logo, seamless system updates coming soon to LineageOS

LineageOS to offer seamless system updates

In the beginning, only select devices are expected to get A/B system updates. To be more specific, LineageOS is supposed to bring this Nougat feature to Google Pixel and Google Pixel XL handsets.
Codrut Nistor, 27 Jun 2017 07:10
New Nubia device spotted on TENAA - Z17 Lite?

New Nubia device spotted on TENAA - Z17 Lite?

ZTE Nubia may be about to release a new device, one that's most likely to be the Nubia Z17 Lite. 6GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, dual rear cameras, and possibly, a Snapdragon 625
Ricci Rox, 26 Jun 2017 16:07
Asus ZT582KL/ZenPad Z8 2017 Android tablet heading for Verizon Wireless

Asus ZenPad Z8 2017 leaks online

This new slate that should hit Verizon Wireless in the coming weeks might be the same as the Qualcomm Snapdragon 652-driven ZenPad 3S 8.0 that made its debut at COMPUTEX last month.
Codrut Nistor, 26 Jun 2017 06:42
Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) Android smartphone with Exynos 7870 processor to launch as Galaxy Halo on Cricket Wireless

Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) to hit Cricket Wireless

This 5.5-inch handset is expected to launch as Galaxy Halo on Cricket Wireless, most likely by the end of July. The price should be around $380 USD, and the list of color options allegedly consists of black, pink, gold, and blue.
Codrut Nistor, 26 Jun 2017 06:20
BlackBerry DTEK60 Android smartphone with 2,560X1,440-pixel display

Next BlackBerry handset might have a full HD display

Although nothing is official yet, it seems that the next BlackBerry smartphone will finally use a common screen resolution and will not use BB's iconic design that includes a QWERTY keyboard.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Jun 2017 09:25
The differences between the new Galaxy Note and the S8 line are much less dramatic this year. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 now tipped for September debut

Samsung's rumored phablet may be coming a month later than previously reported. When it finally launches in September, it will retail for almost 1,000 euros.
John Garcia, 23 Jun 2017 20:50
The iMac Pro was introduced at WWDC in early June but will not be available until December. (Source: Associated Press)

iMac Pro may pack both server-grade Xeon and ARM CPUs

An enthusiast rummaging through firmware files for macOS High Sierra found information suggesting that the upcoming iMac Pro will be powered by server-grade Xeon processors and protected by an ARM chip known as a Security Enclave ...
Douglas Black, 23 Jun 2017 15:10
Samsung Galaxy C7 (2016) Android phablet's successor gets its Bluetooth certification

Samsung Galaxy C7 (2017) spotted at Bluetooth SIG

The model that just got its Bluetooth certification is SM-C7100, while last year's Galaxy C7 is known as SM-C7000. Two related models, dubbed SM-C7108 and SM-C710F, received their certifications yesterday as well.
Codrut Nistor, 22 Jun 2017 13:35
LG V30 premium Android handset leaked image

IFA 2017 | LG V30 expected to show up at IFA

The next-gen LG V handset is rumored to feature a dual-camera setup, a secondary display, and is also supposed to be IP68-certified. LG V30 should come in three storage variants, and it looks like it will keep the traditional 3.5 ...
Codrut Nistor, 21 Jun 2017 21:50
Image source: Samsung

Samsung may be developing a 2,000 ppi VR headset

If rumors are to be believed, Samsung is developing an ultra-high resolution OLED display that has a staggering pixel density of 2,000 ppi. This display may be used in a stand alone VR headset from Samsung, which would make for th...
Sam Medley, 21 Jun 2017 20:33
Image Source: Intel

Intel's Cannonlake may be coming to Chromebooks

Intel's upcoming 10 nm CPUs may make an appearance in Chrome devices, according to a new commit found in the Chromium development repositories.
Sam Medley, 21 Jun 2017 18:38
The ill-fated Samsung Galaxy Note 7. (Source: Samsung)

A Reuters report adds credibility to the Galaxy Note 8's rumored August launch

Summer is about to get a lot hotter with the upcoming launch of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8. The premier phablet is expected to be slightly larger than the Galaxy S8 Plus and feature dual rear cameras.
John Garcia, 20 Jun 2017 21:33
Moto Z2 Androd smartphone leaked image closeup

Moto Z2 hits AnTuTu

This upcoming 5.5-inch handset is expected to arrive on June 27, packing a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB internal storage, as well as a dual camera setup.
Codrut Nistor, 19 Jun 2017 22:25
Alleged Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017) details on GFXBench as Samsung SM-T835

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017) leaks online

This slate surfaced on GFXBench under the codename SM-T835 featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 processor, 2 GB RAM, and 16 GB internal storage. An IFA launch might be in the cards, but nothing has been confirmed yet.
Codrut Nistor, 19 Jun 2017 15:55
The YotaPhone 3 ("Yota3") is expected to have a similar design as its predecessor (pictured) with a slight performance boost. (Source: YotaPhone)

The YotaPhone 3 aims to refine the concept of an E Ink phone

Specifications for the next iteration of the YotaPhone were disclosed after the China-Russia Expo in Harbin. Insider sources suggest that the device may not be the high-spec flagship device that consumers were expecting.
Sebastian Eifrid, 19 Jun 2017 08:19
An arist's conceptual render of what a Surface smartphone might look like. (Source: Nasir Aslam)

Microsoft gives an enigmatic promise of what its Surface brand smartphone might be

Microsoft executives have made intriguing promises of what we should expect from the company's upcoming Surface branded smartphone device. More accurately, Microsoft has told us what not to expect from the device: anything but the...
Sebastian Eifrid, 17 Jun 2017 14:16
LeEco in shambles as company closes service center in Shanghai

LeEco in shambles as company closes service center in Shanghai

LeEco is having significant issues after the disaster that was its expansion into the US. New information claims that the company is already shutting down service centers at home in China.
Ricci Rox, 16 Jun 2017 23:10
The Vivo's optical fingerprint reader was shown in a leaked video. (Source: WeiBo)

New phone from Vivo may feature a fingerprint reader embedded under the screen

A new phone from Vivo appearing in a leaked video was shown to be unlocked by fingerprint through a sensor embedded within the screen on the device. Rumors suggest that this type of sensor might be appearing in new smartphones soo...
Sebastian Eifrid, 16 Jun 2017 17:10
Meizu Pro 7 unofficial render shows secondary screen on the back

Meizu Pro 7 to feature a secondary display on the back

According to the latest leak, this upcoming handset will have a secondary display similar to the YotaPhone, but one that only covers about one-third of the back panel's surface.
Codrut Nistor, 16 Jun 2017 15:20
Yahoo is now a part of Verizon, remaining business becomes Altaba

Verizon completes acquisition of Yahoo

Marissa Mayer has resigned after the acquisition finally closed for a price tag of $4.5 billion. The remaining Yahoo business becomes Altaba and carries on as a publicly traded investment company.
Codrut Nistor, 14 Jun 2017 22:50
Image source: Lenovo

The Moto Z2 may make its debut later this month

According to an invite posted online today, Lenovo is announcing something on June 27. Looking at the image on the invite, the device is likely the Moto Z2.
Sam Medley, 14 Jun 2017 21:53
Samsung Galaxy Note 7 phablet successor coming mid-August 2017

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 apparently coming in August

Insiders familiar with the matter claim that Samsung has decided to launch the new phablet earlier than usual to have it on the market before the next-gen iPhone, widely rumored to show up in September.
Codrut Nistor, 14 Jun 2017 21:35
UMIDIGI C Note 2 specifications surface online

UMIDIGI C Note 2 specifications surface online

The UMIDIGI C Note was released just three months ago but the OEM already have the C Note 2 lined up. Specifications of the Note 2 leaked recently, with the device touted to feature the MT6750T, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of storage.
Ricci Rox, 14 Jun 2017 19:49
Image source: Google

Pixel XL 2 rumored to be cancelled

Multiple sources are reporting that Google has cancelled project "muskie," which was speculated to be a successor to Google's 2016 flagship Pixel XL.
Sam Medley, 14 Jun 2017 15:44
Essential Phone by Andy Rubin to be available in the US only via Sprint

Andy Rubin's Essential Phone to be a Sprint-exclusive

Although many people are waiting for Andy Rubin's phone and most of them might not want to be tied to a certain carrier, it looks like the Essential Phone is headed for the US as a Sprint-exclusive.
Codrut Nistor, 14 Jun 2017 10:45
Complete control over the design of the chips means more powerful and efficient hardware for their devices. (Source: Apple Insider)

Google snatches up veteran Apple chip architect, plans to make own chips

It has been revealed that Google hired one of Apple's key chip architects this past May. According to sources of Variety, Google is seeking to design their own hardware to better power future Pixel phones.
Douglas Black, 14 Jun 2017 10:03

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