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Dell XPS 15 9575 convertible successor not coming in Q1-Q2 2019 (Source: Dell)

The Dell XPS 15 9575 will not get a successor in the first half of 2019

Since the arrival of the XPS 15 9575 convertible with 32 GB of memory has been pushed all the way into the first part of 2019, it seems that those waiting for the successor to the current generation will have to wait some more. According to Frank Azor, the next-gen XPS 15 convertible will not arrive in the first half of the next year.

Codrut Nistor, 27 Sep 2018 10:35

The next Windows update is known as Redstone 5...until October, at least. (Source: NeoWin)

Windows 10 October update release may coincide with the Surface event

The next update to Windows 10 may be rolled out in the next month. In fact, some leaks claim that this will commence on the same day on which the new Surface products are to be launched. However, for that to pan out, it leaves Microsoft with a lot of work to do in a very short space of time.

Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Sep 2018 22:57

ARCore supports augmented reality features on some smartphones. (Source: ARCore)

OnePlus 6T may be approved for latest version of ARCore already

The OnePlus 6T is on a short list of upcoming smartphones mentioned in the ARCore 1.5 APK. This app supports up-to-date Google-provisioned features such as Lens. This feature is also to be included in the Nokia 9, as well as two as-yet unnamed Huawei phones.

Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Sep 2018 19:48

The Galaxy P30 may feature Samsung's first in-display fingerprint sensing. (Source: 123rf.com)

Rumored Samsung device could be first to get Galaxy P-series name and graded color scheme

Move over Galaxy S, Galaxy P is here. At least, this is what an increasing number of leaks say. The series is purported to kick off with the release of the Galaxy P30 and P30+. It is also possible that one of them will come with in-display fingerprint reading, and will follow the trend of color-gradients for back panels.

Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Sep 2018 19:48

Antennagate 2.0? The iPhone XS and XS Max users are complaining of poor cellular and WiFi connections

The new iPhone XS and XS Max may have inherited the iPhone 4's poor cellular connection strength. Several users are complaining of poor or dropped cellular and WiFi connections. While these claims are still just conjecture, they are rapidly growing in number.

Sam Medley, 26 Sep 2018 05:59

Mobvoi TicWatch E2 will be a water-friendly watch, coming soon as of September 2018

Mobvoi to launch the TicWatch E2 smartwatch soon

Chinese brand Mobvoi released quite a few smart wearables so far, and the TicWatch E2 is expected to be the next in line. Advertised as a water-friendly smartwatch, it has just been unveiled on the official Mobvoi website. Sadly, there are no details to talk about yet, but more information should be unveiled shortly.

Codrut Nistor, 24 Sep 2018 22:05

ZTE Nubia Z18S dual-display phablet details (Source: TENAA)

Dual-display ZTE Nubia phablet hits TENAA, short hands-on video also available

Although dual-display handsets never managed to take off properly, we keep seeing such designs showing up from time to time. The upcoming 6.26-inch ZTE Nubia Z18S is expected to feature a 5.1-inch secondary color display on the back and premium mid-range specs. Its recent stop at TENAA suggests that the official announcement is near.

Codrut Nistor, 24 Sep 2018 17:20

The weekly roundup - GeForce RTX prices going up and more Pixel 3 rumors

Aside from a couple of Samsung smartphones catching fire, the week has been slow in terms of rumors and releases. Just a couple of noteworthy new laptops are launching while everyone else is left wondering what new smartphones Google and Huawei may be brewing up for Christmas

Allen Ngo, 23 Sep 2018 22:45

Evan Blass' renders as posted on Twitter. (Source: @evleaks via Twitter)

Evan Blass appears to leak the Pixel 3 and 3 XL - and to confirm every other leak out there

The popular and consistently accurate leaker evleaks has tweeted a set of renders that match what many people now think of as the Pixel 3 and 3 XL exactly. The larger of the two phones persists in exhibiting an honestly colossal-looking notch. It appears Google is conclusively out of surprises for its next smartphone launch event.

Deirdre O Donnell, 22 Sep 2018 23:14

A recent leak claims that Intel are releasing 22nm versions of new chips. (Source: Intel)

Is the Intel 'chip shortage' starting to bite? AMD's stock price reportedly gains ground

Reports have claimed that Intel will be short of processors for the upcoming 2018 holiday season. They are based on an interview with a JP Morgan analyst, and on a report from a Chinese source claims that the company is reverting from 14nm to 22nm chip production processes. There may be something to them, as AMD's stock is now reported to be rising steadily.

Deirdre O Donnell, 21 Sep 2018 23:46

Code buried in iOS 12.1 heavily implies that new iPads are coming this year

Code discovered in the Setup app for iOS 12.1 references a device called "iPad2018Fall," This, combined with other rumors of upcoming features that make sense for an iPad, all but confirm that new Apple tablets are coming in the next couple of months. This would coincide with Apple's typical release schedule.

Sam Medley, 21 Sep 2018 05:07

This image makes the purported Huawei Freebuds 2 Pro look quite like Apple Airpods. (Source: WinFuture)

Huawei may wow the wireless audio market with earbuds that charge off a phone

Huawei are now rumored to have updated their Freebuds wireless earphones. The new models, which look oddly familiar, are purported to be capable of charging via Qi charging or a USB cable. They may also be capable of charging from a smartphone such as the upcoming Mate 20.

Deirdre O Donnell, 20 Sep 2018 19:04

Renders of the Nokia 9. (Source: WCCFTech)

HMD reportedly kills plans for a Nokia 9 release this year

HMD has failed to release a true flagship this year, the Nokia 8 Sirocco that was launched at MWC receiving a mostly lukewarm reception. The Nokia 9 was slated to be the flagship for the year but we may not be getting it this year at all.

Ricci Rox, 20 Sep 2018 13:40

The Moto G6 Plus. (Source: Android Headlines)

Motorola will only release two Moto G devices next year

Motorola has taken to releasing a trio of Moto G-series devices in the recent past but the company is reportedly said to be set to trim the line down to a duo next year.

Ricci Rox, 20 Sep 2018 13:40

The Honor Magic. (Source: The Android Soul)

Honor Magic 2 touted to feature an AMOLED display and a yet unmatched screen-to-body ratio

Huawei is set to release the Honor Magic 2 before the end of the year, with the device touted to feature a Kirin 970, a mechanical slider, and, possibly, a 40W fast-charging system.

Ricci Rox, 20 Sep 2018 13:37

Nokia may be planning a gaming-centered smartphone

A now-deleted tweet on Nokia's Indian Twitter account teased a gaming-centered smartphone. The post, which was hastily taken down, said that we should "stay tuned for a phone you can #GameOn," heavily implying that Nokia may have plans for a gaming smartphone. Given the recent rise in mobile gaming, this wouldn't be unwarranted.

Sam Medley, 19 Sep 2018 23:37

A mockup showing the 6 and '6T' side by side. (Source: WinFuture)

OnePlus 6T: latest leak suggests the update is more incremental than previously thought

It is expected that the next device released by the OEM OnePlus will be called the 6T, and will drop about a month from now. The latest image claimed as a leak relating to this event shows a back panel not hugely different from the existing OnePlus 6 model. Like the 6, it displays dual cameras and a simple form factor.

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 Sep 2018 20:01

The teaser features just a flash of Gigabyte's upcoming premium motherboard. (Source: VideoCardz)

Gigabyte AORUS teases new motherboard for October 8; Z390 launch in October?

The official Gigabyte AORUS Twitter published a 10 second long teaser video advertising a new motherboard. The implication seems to be that the Z390 chipset (and perhaps 9th generation Intel CPUs) are coming in early October.

Matthew Connatser, 19 Sep 2018 01:17

The two phones shown in the new "press images" look familiar, somehow. (Source: Nieuwe Mobiel)

Yet more content claimed as Pixel 3/3 XL leaks; purported as press images this time

A Dutch website claims to have laid its hands on official Google Pixel 3 and 3 XL images. They contain no surprises compared to the leaks on the same subjects that have gone before it. However, these images do show the phones in traditionally Google-like fabric cases.

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 Sep 2018 00:04

Tesla may be under criminal investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice

The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) may have opened up a criminal investigation into Telsa incorporated after statements made by CEO Elon Musk last month. Two sources familiar with the company and this matter have stated that DOJ is investigating potential fraud. This investigation, if true, would coincide with a similar investigation started by the SEC last month.

Sam Medley, 18 Sep 2018 21:38

Meizu 16X Geekbench listing (Source: Geekbench Browser)

Qualcomm Snapdragon 710-powered Meizu 16X hits Geekbench

The 6-inch Meizu 16X is apparently ready for its September 19 launch, since it surfaced on Geekbench for no less than three times starting yesterday. However, there is only one hardware setup in these listings. The device tested sports a Snapdragon 710 processor, 6 GB of memory, and runs Android 8.1 Oreo.

Codrut Nistor, 18 Sep 2018 17:43

The source code of this image suggests four color schemes for the Pixel 3 line. (Source: Twitter)

New leak may throw Pixel 3 and 3 XL-based speculations into color-based confusion

There have been so many leaks about Google's next generation of own-brand phones that we may think we know everything there is to know about them. However, a new leak, based on the code of a Japanese website, suggests that there may be more color options for the Pixel 3 (or 3 XL) than previously thought.

Deirdre O Donnell, 17 Sep 2018 22:50

Xiaomi Mi Max 3 Android phablet coming soon to India

The 6.9-inch Xiaomi Mi Max 3 is headed for India

The (almost) tablet-sized Xiaomi Mi Max 3 is heading for India, as confirmed by the Chinese brand on Twitter. Unfortunately, there is no official launch date to talk about yet, but since this 6.9-inch behemoth has been available in China for a while, it should be able to hit other markets rather quick.

Codrut Nistor, 17 Sep 2018 20:48

Samsung Galaxy A series (2018) render, model with Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 allegedly in the works

Qualcomm Snapdragon 845-powered Samsung Galaxy A handset allegedly in the works

If the rumors turn out to be true, Samsung will soon release the first Galaxy A-series handset that uses the same processor as the latest Galaxy S and Galaxy Note flagships to hit the market. In this case, we are talking about a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845-driven Galaxy A phone. Unfortunately, there are no other details available yet.

Codrut Nistor, 17 Sep 2018 17:17

The Samsung Galaxy Note 9. (Source: Trusted Reviews)

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 explodes inside woman's purse in New York

The Note 7 was recalled two years ago for a default that made the devices go up in flames. The new Note 9 may be set to follow the path its predecessor made, though, as a woman in New York has filed a case against Samsung, claiming her new Note 9 exploded in her purse.

Ricci Rox, 16 Sep 2018 15:51

The Nokia 7 Plus. (Source: Mysmartprice)

The Nokia 9 and Nokia X7 are on their way, and they will ditch the notch

Display panels supposedly belonging to the Nokia 9 flagship and Nokia X7 sub-premium device have surfaced, with a major take being the absence of notches on both devices.

Ricci Rox, 16 Sep 2018 15:46

The Redmi Note 5. (Source: XDA-Developers)

Purported Redmi Note 6 display panel surfaces, huge notch in tow

A display panel allegedly belonging to the upcoming Redmi Note 6 has surfaced, giving us what could be our first look at the next iteration in Xiaomi's best-selling mid-range series.

Ricci Rox, 16 Sep 2018 15:45

Intel may run short of processors later this year. (Source: Wccftech)

JP Morgan: Intel is running short of CPUs for sale

Intel will not have enough chips to satisfy demand during the upcoming holiday season. This is part of a recent prediction by a JP Morgan analyst. The analysis may take factors such as the long-awaited switch to 10nm chipsets by the premier processing manufacturer into account.

Deirdre O Donnell, 15 Sep 2018 23:33

Samsung Galaxy J4 to get a Plus edition soon (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy J4+ hits FCC, will probably become the cheapest handset with an Infinity display

Around four months after the release of the Galaxy J4, Samsung is almost ready to launch the Galaxy J4+. This upcoming handset has just received its FCC certification and is expected to hit the market as the cheapest handset to feature an Infinity display, as well as software navigation keys.

Codrut Nistor, 15 Sep 2018 00:15

A thinner Dell XPS 15 notebook could arrive in 2019

Frank Azor already revealed that the Dell XPS 15 9570 will not get any updates by the end of the year. However, when asked about a thinner model, he simply said that he can't comment on announced products and his answer makes us believe that such an update is, in fact, going to arrive the next year.

Codrut Nistor, 14 Sep 2018 18:15

The new ASRock Z390 Phantom Gaming 9 motherboard. (Source: VideoCardz)

ASRock's upcoming flagship Phantom motherboard leaked

ASRock is set to update their Fatal1ty motherboard line with new ones, including the Z390 Phantom Gaming 9 offering exposed in a recent leak. This new product will sport triple M.2 and PCIe slots. It also has 3 Ethernet ports, one of which is 10-gigabit.

Deirdre O Donnell, 14 Sep 2018 14:37

The OnePlus 6T's purported appearance. (Source: GizTop)

OnePlus 6T's full specs have been leaked - or have they?

An online retailer has posted a pre-order page claiming to list all the details on the upcoming OnePlus 6T, release date included. it describes a device with a teardrop notch, the Snapdragon 845 and triple cameras. However, some details on this 'leak' do not add up.

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Sep 2018 14:31

New predictions concerning the next iPad Pro indicate that it will dump the Lightning port. (Source: techgenyz.com)

Ming-Chi Kuo: Next iPad Pro will trade Lightning for USB-C

The respected technology analyst, Ming-Chi Kuo, is on record with yet another prediction for upcoming Apple devices. This time it's the iPad Pro, which, Kuo projects, will lose the Lightning port this year. Instead, it will use USB-C - and also, possibly, an 18-watt adapter.

Deirdre O Donnell, 11 Sep 2018 18:29

HTC could be working on a flagship with 5G support

HTC is said to be working on a successor to its U12+ flagship. The device will reportedly be powered by a Snapdragon 855 and will boast of 5G capabilities.

Ricci Rox, 11 Sep 2018 15:22

The Mi 8 Youth Edition. (Source: Mysmartprice)

Xiaomi set to unveil two new devices in the Mi 8 series

Xiaomi could be set to unveil two new devices in the premium Mi 8 lineup, the Mi 8 Youth Edition and Mi 8 Screen Fingerprint representing taking up opposite ends of the price-feature spectrum

Ricci Rox, 11 Sep 2018 15:21

Samsung Galaxy Book convertible successor checks in at FCC

Next-gen Samsung Galaxy Book surfaces on FCC

A few months after being spotted on the website of the Russian certification authority EEC, the next-gen Samsung Galaxy Book finally arrives at the well-known FCC. Earlier this month, the device also received the approval of the South Korean National Radio Research Agency and the Wi-Fi Alliance.

Codrut Nistor, 11 Sep 2018 09:10

The X399 chipset now supports both the first and the second gen Threadripper CPUs, but it looks like the third gen may require a new chipset. (Source: PC Games)

AMD could announce X499 HEDT platform for upcoming Threadripper CPUs at CES 2019

AMD looks prepared to update each of its mainstream and HEDT CPU lineups annually, and the third gen processors coming next year will most likely need a new chipset, since the red team is making the jump to 10 nm and even 7 nm. The upcoming Threadrippers are rumored to be accompanied by a new X499 chipset, which should bring support for PCIe 4.0 and DDR5.

Bogdan Solca, 10 Sep 2018 21:09

Due to several inconsistencies in this screenshot, one may conclude that this is a faked benchmark result. (Source: El Chapuzas Informatico)

Spanish website leaks alleged R7 2800X, but it is almost certainly a fake

El Chapuzas Informatico has leaked what they claim is the Cinebench score of a Ryzen 7 2800X. However, several inconsistencies within the screenshot of the score and the idea of a 10 core Ryzen CPU reveal that this leak is almost certainly a fake.

Matthew Connatser, 10 Sep 2018 20:58

The weekly roundup - top news from September 2 through September 8

Samsung is promising a foldable smartphone soon, GeForce RTX 2080 for laptops could debut as a Max-Q variant, and the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL are seemingly inevitable at this point. News has slowed back down to normal following an intense week of IFA announcements.

Allen Ngo, 10 Sep 2018 06:28

A new render shows a supposedly Nokia smartphone with a fascinating multi-camera layout. (Source: antutu.com)

New render suggests upcoming Nokia phone with a crazy number of rear cameras

A render posted on antutu.com shows a phone with Nokia branding and a total of 7 components arranged in a multi-camera rear-panel layout. Not all of these apparent parts seem to be cameras, but some may act as a flash or other image-capturing module. These rumors may stem from others concerning the Huawei Mate 20 and its triple-camera design.

Deirdre O Donnell, 08 Sep 2018 23:34

The Online Service for Nintendo Switch is now purported to save all games in a cloud. (Source: GameZone)

Nintendo Switch Online rumored to support cloud saving for all games

The Nintendo Switch Online Service has been anticipated for some time. A rumor that precedes its launch suggests that users of the new feature will be able to back up all their games in a cloud. However, there may be an opt-out for developers.

Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Sep 2018 18:47

The Redditor responsible for this image claims that cases for upcoming iPhones are starting to "show up at Walmart". (Source: Reddit)

Leak claims cases for new iPhones found in Walmart

A new Reddit post contains images of cases that could have been designed for iPhones. However, both examples of these new cases also do not appear to fit the iPhone X. Therefore, they may be intended for the anticipated new 6.1- and 6.5-inch display models. Both cases bear Speck branding.

Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Sep 2018 17:54

The purported OnePlus 6T box features rows of names on its inside. (Source: GSMArena)

OnePlus 6T: New leak claims to show retail packaging

A new leak, reportedly originating from Weibo, consists of (remarkably grainy) images of a retail box that bears a close resemblance to those used for OnePlus phones in the past. This box also bears a '6T' logo and is lined with text related to the OnePlus Community forums.

Deirdre O Donnell, 05 Sep 2018 17:48

ZTE Nubia Red Magic gaming smartphone successor in the works, Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 in tow (Source: ZTE)

Qualcomm Snapdragon 845-powered ZTE Nubia Red Magic successor apparently in the works

With ZTE back in the game, it seems that the Nubia Red Magic gaming handset will get an update that aims to turn it into a top-of-the-line device. According to Roland Quandt, the updated Red Magic, which does not have an official name yet, will feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor and shoulder buttons.

Codrut Nistor, 04 Sep 2018 21:09

Samsung might launch a quad-camera phone this year

Twitter leakster Ice Universe, who has been right on spot with quite a few Samsung-related rumors in the past, has just revealed that Samsung will launch a brand-new handset later this year. The most interesting part about this upcoming device is that it is supposed to feature four cameras on the back.

Codrut Nistor, 03 Sep 2018 23:45

Dell XPS 15 9575 convertible teaser, 32 GB variant coming in early 2019 (Source: Dell)

The Dell XPS 15 9575 with 32 GB RAM might show up in early 2019, no LTE version in the cards

The last time he talked about its launch, Frank Azor said that the Dell XPS 15 9575 convertible with 32 GB of memory should arrive at the end of the year. Now, he just revealed that this might happen in the first quarter of 2019 and he also added that a 4G LTE-enabled version will not be released anytime soon.

Codrut Nistor, 03 Sep 2018 17:41

This image reflects the latest rumors concerning what the Pixel 3 and 3 XL will look like. (Source: Android Central)

Two new Google phones spotted passing through FCC

Two devices with the brand Google have recently secured FCC approval. They are most likely to be the Pixel 3 and 3 XL, which are estimated to be released in October. Interestingly, there is no similar certification for the Pixel Watch.

Deirdre O Donnell, 02 Sep 2018 23:58

Mi Mix 3 could be coming next month with some of the slimmest bezels the world has ever seen

Word of the Mi Mix 3 has been scarce but there's a chance we get it sometime next month. There's also been word of another Snapdragon 710-powered Xiaomi device in the works.

Ricci Rox, 02 Sep 2018 16:18

The Meizu 15 sparked the Meizu revival this year. (BGR)

The Meizu 16X is a sub-premium device you may want to watch out for

We’re massive fans of the Meizu 16 devices and the company has something even more interesting in the works. The Meizu 16X is billed to be a slightly less powerful version of the Meizu 16, while being offered with a mid-range price tag.

Ricci Rox, 01 Sep 2018 08:06

Leaks / Rumors

The Dell XPS 15 9575 will not get a successor in the first half of 2019

Windows 10 October update release may coincide with the Surface event

OnePlus 6T may be approved for latest version of ARCore already

Rumored Samsung device could be first to get Galaxy P-series name and graded color scheme

Antennagate 2.0? The iPhone XS and XS Max users are complaining of poor cellular and WiFi connections

Mobvoi to launch the TicWatch E2 smartwatch soon

Dual-display ZTE Nubia phablet hits TENAA, short hands-on video also available

The weekly roundup - GeForce RTX prices going up and more Pixel 3 rumors

Evan Blass appears to leak the Pixel 3 and 3 XL - and to confirm every other leak out there

Is the Intel 'chip shortage' starting to bite? AMD's stock price reportedly gains ground

Code buried in iOS 12.1 heavily implies that new iPads are coming this year

Huawei may wow the wireless audio market with earbuds that charge off a phone

HMD reportedly kills plans for a Nokia 9 release this year

Motorola will only release two Moto G devices next year

Honor Magic 2 touted to feature an AMOLED display and a yet unmatched screen-to-body ratio

Nokia may be planning a gaming-centered smartphone

OnePlus 6T: latest leak suggests the update is more incremental than previously thought

Huawei Mate 20 & Mate 20 Pro - An overview of all rumors, dates, configurations, and reviews

Gigabyte AORUS teases new motherboard for October 8; Z390 launch in October?

Yet more content claimed as Pixel 3/3 XL leaks; purported as press images this time

Tesla may be under criminal investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice

Qualcomm Snapdragon 710-powered Meizu 16X hits Geekbench

New leak may throw Pixel 3 and 3 XL-based speculations into color-based confusion

The 6.9-inch Xiaomi Mi Max 3 is headed for India

Qualcomm Snapdragon 845-powered Samsung Galaxy A handset allegedly in the works

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 explodes inside woman's purse in New York

The Nokia 9 and Nokia X7 are on their way, and they will ditch the notch

Purported Redmi Note 6 display panel surfaces, huge notch in tow

JP Morgan: Intel is running short of CPUs for sale

Samsung Galaxy J4+ hits FCC, will probably become the cheapest handset with an Infinity display

A thinner Dell XPS 15 notebook could arrive in 2019

ASRock's upcoming flagship Phantom motherboard leaked

OnePlus 6T's full specs have been leaked - or have they?

Ming-Chi Kuo: Next iPad Pro will trade Lightning for USB-C

HTC could be working on a flagship with 5G support

Xiaomi set to unveil two new devices in the Mi 8 series

Next-gen Samsung Galaxy Book surfaces on FCC

AMD could announce X499 HEDT platform for upcoming Threadripper CPUs at CES 2019

Spanish website leaks alleged R7 2800X, but it is almost certainly a fake

The weekly roundup - top news from September 2 through September 8

New render suggests upcoming Nokia phone with a crazy number of rear cameras

Nintendo Switch Online rumored to support cloud saving for all games

Leak claims cases for new iPhones found in Walmart

OnePlus 6T: New leak claims to show retail packaging

Qualcomm Snapdragon 845-powered ZTE Nubia Red Magic successor apparently in the works

Samsung might launch a quad-camera phone this year

The Dell XPS 15 9575 with 32 GB RAM might show up in early 2019, no LTE version in the cards

Two new Google phones spotted passing through FCC

Mi Mix 3 could be coming next month with some of the slimmest bezels the world has ever seen

The Meizu 16X is a sub-premium device you may want to watch out for

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