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The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite finally lands in the US starting at $650; but why does it even exist?

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite has now officially made its way over the US with a not-so-insignificant US$650. Seeing it steps on the toes of the regular Galaxy S10, some may be wondering why exactly the phone exists at all, but ther...

Ricci Rox, 17 Apr 2020 08:35

Pokémon GO Raid Battles have been overhauled. (Source: Niantic)

Niantic announces a new Remote Raid Battle mode for Pokemon GO

Normally, part of the object of a Raid Battle in Pokemon GO is that the player physically visits a Gym in order to take part in such an event. However, for those still under lockdown as a result of Covid-19, this is obviously impo...

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Apr 2020 23:17

Tech love across all age ranges. (Source: Parks Associates)

Up to 53% of US households with high-speed internet report appreciating tech more in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic

A new study of consumer attitudes in relation to the Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in findings that 53% of its participants (US households with broadband internet services) were prepared to agree with a statement to the effect th...

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Apr 2020 22:40

Qualcomm was the #1 phone processor maker in 2019. (Source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm, MediaTek and Samsung are found to have been the biggest mobile chipset sellers in 2019

Counterpoint Research has released its latest report on the smartphone SoC market. It reports that Qualcomm remained the #1 vendor of such silicon worldwide in 2019, even though its share of the market fell slightly year-on-year. ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Apr 2020 22:11

What's that camera doing there, OnePlus? (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 8 teaser sparks questions about OnePlus Z/8 Lite display reveal

OnePlus has got people talking about a third device in the OnePlus 8 series again, rumoured to be called the OnePlus Z or OnePlus 8 Lite. Possibly powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 1000, this would not be the first time that the c...

Alex Alderson, 16 Apr 2020 20:38

The new Note 20 earbuds. (Source: YouTube)

Note 20: not the phone, but new TWS earbuds from the maker of CARD20

The Note 20s are YOBYBO's latest go at revolutionizing the TWS earbud form-factor. They have a unique asymmetrical shape that extend out of the wearer's ear while in use, as well as an equally innovative square charging case with ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Apr 2020 18:56

A recent teaser for the iQOO Neo3. (Source: Weibo)

iQOO Neo3: AnTuTu reveals the phone's 600,000+ score and main specs

iQOO is currently setting its latest Neo-series smartphone up for launch on April 23, 2020. It has been through the AnTuTu benchmark beforehand, which reveals a decently high score as may be expected of a Snapdragon 865-powered de...

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Apr 2020 18:12

Galaxy Tab S6 Lite now available for pre-order in the Netherlands

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is now available for pre-order in the Netherlands. The Wi-Fi version of the tablet costs €379.00, while the LTE variant retails at €439.00. Pre-order bonuses include a cover worth €69.99, and four months...

Anil Satyanarayana, 16 Apr 2020 17:33

The OPPO A92s may look like this. (Source: SinaImg via PlayfulDroid)

The OPPO A92s is a phone that may launch with a MediaTek Dimensity 800-series SoC soon

New leaks point to the imminent debut of a new smartphone by OPPO called the PDKM00, or A92s. This device has also recently acquired renders that suggest quad rear cameras found in a square module. It may also have popped up on Ge...

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Apr 2020 17:21

The One UI 2.1 update could arrive on the Galaxy Note 9

Galaxy Note 9 users might get the One UI 2.1 update after all

There is still hope for Galaxy Note 9 owners who are eagerly anticipating the arrival of One UI 2.1 on their devices. A Samsung Community moderator said the process is under review, but it'll be a while before the update is rolled...

Anil Satyanarayana, 16 Apr 2020 13:24

The iPhone SE has a great chip, but just 3 GB of RAM and a tiny 1,821 mAh battery. (Source: Apple)

New iPhone SE has a tiny 1,821 mAh battery, just 3 GB of RAM

Apple's new iPhone SE might have some serious chops at its price point, but it isn't all great news. A China Telecom listing shows it is fitted with a small 1,821 mAh battery and just 3 GB of RAM.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 16 Apr 2020 11:42

Own a Huawei or Honor smartphone? Take a picture with it for a chance to win one of 73 P40 Pro smartphones

Companies like OnePlus and Huawei love to run user-driven contests across social media platforms as a way to promote the brand and this seems to be no different.

Allen Ngo, 16 Apr 2020 00:37

Some Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra units may be experiencing a green tint display defect

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is undoubtedly an impressive piece of hardware. It costs a massive US$1400 and most would expect it to be perfect at that price point. Sadly, it isn't, as it still suffers from acute autofocus issues, ...

Ricci Rox, 15 Apr 2020 22:21

OnePlus could introduce a whole new phone during a new livestream. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus' Chinese launch will include a 'mystery product' alongside the 8 series

OnePlus held its global launch for the 8 and 8 Pro smartphones yesterday (April 14, 2020). However, it also had a China-only launch event for the same scheduled for later. The OEM's official Weibo channel has teased the possibilit...

Deirdre O Donnell, 15 Apr 2020 22:09

Qualcomm's 3D Sonic fingerprint sensor technology. (Source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm and BOE announce a collaboration to bring 3D Sonic fingerprint sensing to more displays

BOE has announced that it will make more displays that support Qualcomm's 3D Sonic fingerprint sensor technology in the future. These panels will also be of more types and for more use-cases than ever before. This includes flexibl...

Deirdre O Donnell, 15 Apr 2020 21:30

The Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, a large tablet with a TFT display. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung announces the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, a 10.4-inch tablet with a TFT display

Samsung has finally announced the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, and it is an absolute stinker. While the device may look modern with its thin bezels and slim form factor, the inclusion of a TFT panel means that you should give the Tab S6 Li...

Alex Alderson, 15 Apr 2020 20:03

Android 10 is now available for Nokia 8 Sirocco users

Nokia 8 Sirocco gets stable Android 10 update

Nokia 8 Sirocco is finally receiving its highly-anticipated Android 10 update. It is rolling out now and will be available to users in batches. Nokia says that everyone should get the software by April 20th.

Anil Satyanarayana, 15 Apr 2020 17:51

Motorola's new premium phone line-up? (Source: Twitter)

The Motorola Edge appears on Geekbench with the Snapdragon 765G SoC and 6GB of RAM

Motorola is currently linked to an upcoming smartphone series with the name of Edge. One of its variants may have surfaced on Geekbench 5. It is not the rumored Snapdragon 865-powered flagship, but does apparently run the powerful...

Deirdre O Donnell, 15 Apr 2020 17:44

The red Galaxy Buds+ are coming to Taiwan soon. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Buds+: new software update fixes major call issue; red versions launch in a new market

The latest variant of the Samsung Galaxy Buds+ are hailed as some of the best non-ANC TWS earbuds out there. However, they are also affected by the potential for severe wind-noise during voice calls. Their latest firmware update i...

Deirdre O Donnell, 15 Apr 2020 17:10

Nokia's upcoming flagship will come with a 108MP camera

Nokia 9.3 PureView to take on Samsung and OnePlus with a 120Hz screen, Snapdragon 865, and more

Some details have emerged online that shed light on Nokia's upcoming flagship. Nokia 9.3 PureView will reportedly come with a 120Hz screen, a 108MP camera sensor, and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC. The phone doesn't have an offici...

Anil Satyanarayana, 15 Apr 2020 15:05

The Honor 30 Pro+ has an IMX700 like the P40 Pro. (Image source: Honor)

Honor 30 Pro+ launches with Kirin 990 and 50 MP IMX700; debuts in second on DxOMark

Based around a Kirin 990 and a 6.57-inch OLED panel, the Honor 30 Pro+ looks like the P40 Pro. It shares the latter's IMX700 50 MP camera too and has been awarded a laudable 125 points by DxOMark.

Alex Alderson, 15 Apr 2020 14:46

The Asus ZenFone 5Z offered great performance for the price. (Image Source: Asus)

Android 10 will be last major OS update for the Asus ZenFone 5Z, but possibility of ZenUI 7 is not being ruled out

According to a ZenTalk forum moderator, Android 10 will be the last major OS update for the popular Asus ZenFone 5/5Z. Further updates will only focus on security and bug fixes, although the possibility of a ZenUI 7 feature update...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 15 Apr 2020 14:17

Xiaomi seems to be planning a battery-saving darker look for MIUI 12. (Image source: XDA Developers)

Xiaomi leaks part of its MIUI 12 user interface by mistake

Xiaomi seems to have leaked a small portion of its MIUI 12 user interface by accident. It’s widely believed that the Chinese OEM is busy working on the latest version of its Android overlay and there has even been a recent leak li...

Daniel R Deakin, 15 Apr 2020 14:12

The Xiaomi Comet offers an IP68 rating. (Images source: Coolapk via Weibo)

Xiaomi Comet prototype smartphone proves that Xiaomi has dabbled with IP68 waterproofing before

Photos of a Xiaomi Comet engineering prototype smartphone have been shared online, and it bears a distinct resemblance to the design of the Black Shark 3 gaming phone. Apparently, the Xiaomi Comet sports a Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 ...

Daniel R Deakin, 15 Apr 2020 12:45

Whitechapel may extend beyond Pixel smartphones. (Image source: Axios)

Whitechapel: Google's custom 5 nm Exynos SoC may be coming to Pixels and Chromebooks, but not the Pixel 5

Rumour has it that Google has already received working versions of its custom Exynos SoC, developed in partnership with Samsung. Codenamed Whitechapel, the 8-core ARM chip is said to be based on a 5 nm process. While there has bee...

Alex Alderson, 15 Apr 2020 11:05

The Honor 20 Pro. (Source: Trusted Reviews)

Magic UI 3.1 update now hitting the Honor V20, Honor 20, Honor 20 Pro, Honor V30, and Honor V30 Pro

As Huawei kicks off the rollout of EMUI 10.1 to its current and last-gen flagships, its Honor sub-brand isn't forgotten. The update comes in the form of Magic UI 3.1 and is now slowly becoming available on Honor flagships like the...

Ricci Rox, 14 Apr 2020 23:21

The Xperia 1 II will cost over €1,000 at launch. (Image source: Sony)

Xperia 1 II: Sony hints at upcoming release date for its most expensive flagship

The Xperia 1 II, Sony's most expensive flagship, is edging ever closer to being released. Due this quarter, Sony has hinted that we could be just days away from a proper unveiling. The device's €1,119 (~US$1,227.40) launch price m...

Alex Alderson, 14 Apr 2020 22:55

New OnePlus launch, new Bullets. (Source: YouTube)

OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z: still not TWS, but at least more colorful

OnePlus has unleashed new versions of its wireless earphones alongside its new 8-series of flagship phones. This new generation has an improved range of color options compared to its predecessors. It also features low-latency conn...

Deirdre O Donnell, 14 Apr 2020 21:51

The Warp Charge 30 Wireless accessory. (Source: YouTube)

OnePlus launches a world-first Warp Wireless Charger

In accordance with some leaks and rumors, OnePlus has launched its first ever wireless charger today (April 14, 2020). This device is also compatible with devices besides the new 8 Pro phone, thanks to the Qi standard. It is rated...

Deirdre O Donnell, 14 Apr 2020 21:50

Samsung will sell the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite in at least Angora Blue and Oxford Grey. (Image source: Argos)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite: Full specifications, colours, and Book cover accessory revealed ahead of official release

Apparently being released in 64 GB, 128 GB, LTE and Wi-Fi variants, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite will also be available in two colours. Full specifications for the Exynos 9611-powered tablet have been revealed too, as has a so-c...

Alex Alderson, 14 Apr 2020 21:38

The OnePlus 8 Pro marks the end of flagship-killers from the company. (Image Source: OnePlus)

No longer a flagship-killer: OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro are now official, 8 Pro tops-out at US$999 with Snapdragon 865, 120 Hz display, 2x 48 MP cameras, and more

OnePlus has officially taken wraps off the new OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro. The new OnePlus 8 series is powered by the Snapdragon 865 5G and iteratively build upon last year's OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro. The new phones are priced...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 14 Apr 2020 21:19

New Android 10 update arrives for the Mi A2 Lite

After incessant requests from owners, Xiaomi finally the released Android 10 update for the Mi A2 Lite over a month ago. The update was disastrous, however, and bricked a number of devices. The company has now released a new Andro...

Ricci Rox, 14 Apr 2020 16:01

Galaxy Fold 2 mockup renders based on rumored specs (Source: WindowsUnited.de)

More Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 leaks: reduced weight, new colors and no S-Pen support

Additionally, the upcoming Galaxy Fold 2 will get a larger inner screen measuring almost 8 inch in diagonal and the reduced price is said to be Samsung's market adjustment measure due to expected declining sales in 2H 2020, which ...

Bogdan Solca, 14 Apr 2020 15:45

The OnePlus 8 series will start at £599. (Image source: OnePlus via John Lewis)

OnePlus 8 Pro: 256 GB model is over 25% more expensive than its predecessor, UK retailer confirms

OnePlus is upping its prices by £50 to £200. Thanks to UK retailer listings that went live early, we know that the OnePlus 8 will start at £599, £50 more than the OnePlus 7T. Want 256 GB with your OnePlus 8 Pro? Well, that'll cost...

Alex Alderson, 14 Apr 2020 15:18

Lenovo re-introduces the concept of a removable battery in the new A7 phone

Lenovo has launched the A7 in China. It is a considerable departure from your average smartphone, in that the processor here is from Unisoc. Not only that, but it has a swappable 4000mAh battery. It does not have a sale price as y...

Deirdre O Donnell, 14 Apr 2020 14:49

The Exynos 990 version of the Galaxy S20 Ultra has been beset by multiple problems. (Image source: Samsung)

Fans pile on Samsung about Galaxy S20 Ultra issues

The Exynos 990 is having a rough ride of it currently. Not only did Samsung snub the chipset for its home market, but there has also been a slew of reports about a flurry of issues affecting the Galaxy S20 Ultra. With complaints a...

Alex Alderson, 14 Apr 2020 14:01

The Nubia RedMagic 5G comes in three different colour options. (Source: RedMagic)

Nubia RedMagic 5G international pre-orders and public release announced

International pre-orders for the earlier announced Nubia RedMagic 5G — successor to the RedMagic 3 and 3S — begin on the 4th of April, with the official release date set for the 21st of April. RedMagic is running a "blueprint" buy...

Craig Ward, 14 Apr 2020 10:00

Europe's latest OPPO phone. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO launches the quad-cam A91 in Germany

OPPO has announced that the mid-range A91 smartphone will become available in Europe. It brings the combination of a MediaTek Helio P70 SoC, high-res quad rear cameras with a monochrome sensor and a 20:9 aspect ratio to the German...

Deirdre O Donnell, 14 Apr 2020 10:00

Chrome OS is going back to its web app roots with progressive web applications. (Source: Google)

Chrome OS shifting to Progressive Web Apps in place of certain Android apps

Google is making certain apps available as progressive web applications available as the preferred option via the Play Store for Chrome OS. The development is seen as a win for open platforms and from a user experience perspective...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 14 Apr 2020 04:35

Android 10 for the LG G7 ThinQ is around the corner

The LG G7 ThinQ is billed to start receiving the Android 10 update in South Korea sometime this quarter. There appears to be some good news for owners of the flagship in the US, however.

Ricci Rox, 13 Apr 2020 22:30

An up-to-date 'Lenovo Legion Phone' render. (Source: PriceBaba)

Lenovo Legion Phone: a new leak hints at unprecedented 90W charging in this gaming device

Lenovo is now linked to the release of a new smartphone that will be part of its iconic Legion gaming brand. A new, allegedly official, poster that indicates an unfeasible-looking charging rate for this device has found its way on...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Apr 2020 22:27

The new AirVOOC wireless charger. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO launches the fan-cooled AirVOOC wireless charger alongside the Ace2 5G

The OPPO Ace2 has been introduced via live-stream in China today (April 13, 2020), as promised. The new Snapdragon 865-powered phone launched alongside the AirVOOC charger, a new accessory that supports 40-watt (W) wireless power....

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Apr 2020 21:41

The Mr. A OnePlus 8 cases. (Image source: OnePlus)

Opinion | Leaked OnePlus 8 limited edition cases show how far OnePlus has diverged from its roots

Launching tomorrow alongside the OnePlus 8 series, the limited edition cases have been created in collaboration with André Saraiva. Part of the OnePlus x Andre series, the cases will inevitably come in OnePlus and OnePlus 8 Pro ve...

Alex Alderson, 13 Apr 2020 20:32

Motorola Edge+ will be unveiled on April 22nd

Motorola Edge+ slated for an April 22nd launch

Motorola will finally unveil its flagship offering on April 22nd. It will very likely be the Motorola Edge+. The phone is expected to come with a waterfall display that has a refresh rate of 90Hz. Other features include a 108MP ca...

Anil Satyanarayana, 13 Apr 2020 19:47

The iQOO Neo3 will launch soon. (Source: Vivo)

The Vivo iQOO Neo3 is set to become the world's 2nd 144Hz phone on its April 2020 launch

Vivo's iQOO sub-brand makes the Neo series of smartphones: gaming-focused devices based on flagship-grade Qualcomm Snapdragon processors. Now, the company has announced its 3rd generation. This phone will stand alongside the Red M...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Apr 2020 18:01

Samsung might use OIS on its front cameras

Galaxy S21's in-display selfie camera will likely come with OIS

Samsung is reportedly working on two selfie camera modules, one of which supports OIS. It is expected to make its debut alongside the Galaxy S21 next year. This will be the first time an OEM incorporates OIS in a phone's front-fac...

Anil Satyanarayana, 13 Apr 2020 15:41

Does Huawei have another two tablets in development? (Image source: Evan Blass)

Rumour | Huawei to release the MediaPad M7 alongside a new 8-inch budget tablet, the MatePad T

Huawei is one of the few Android OEMs still releasing tablets. Taking the fight to Apple alongside Samsung, multiple sources are claiming that Huawei has another two tablets in development. Apparently, the MediaPad M7 and MatePad ...

Alex Alderson, 13 Apr 2020 13:47

Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note 10 users faced screen rotation issues with the One UI Home launcher (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung updates One UI Home launcher to fix wallpaper rotation issues on Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note 10

Samsung recently updated is One UI Home launcher app to address a screen rotation issue affecting Samsung Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note 10 users. The update also patches bugs affecting shortcuts and Task Changer.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 13 Apr 2020 12:47

Android

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite finally lands in the US starting at $650; but why does it even exist?

Niantic announces a new Remote Raid Battle mode for Pokemon GO

Up to 53% of US households with high-speed internet report appreciating tech more in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic

Qualcomm, MediaTek and Samsung are found to have been the biggest mobile chipset sellers in 2019

OnePlus 8 teaser sparks questions about OnePlus Z/8 Lite display reveal

Note 20: not the phone, but new TWS earbuds from the maker of CARD20

iQOO Neo3: AnTuTu reveals the phone's 600,000+ score and main specs

Galaxy Tab S6 Lite now available for pre-order in the Netherlands

The OPPO A92s is a phone that may launch with a MediaTek Dimensity 800-series SoC soon

87% Huawei P40 Smartphone Review – Tough sell despite its great camera

Galaxy Note 9 users might get the One UI 2.1 update after all

New iPhone SE has a tiny 1,821 mAh battery, just 3 GB of RAM

Own a Huawei or Honor smartphone? Take a picture with it for a chance to win one of 73 P40 Pro smartphones

Some Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra units may be experiencing a green tint display defect

OnePlus' Chinese launch will include a 'mystery product' alongside the 8 series

Qualcomm and BOE announce a collaboration to bring 3D Sonic fingerprint sensing to more displays

Samsung announces the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, a 10.4-inch tablet with a TFT display

86% Google Pixel 4 XL Smartphone Review: Longer battery life thanks to a larger battery

Nokia 8 Sirocco gets stable Android 10 update

The Motorola Edge appears on Geekbench with the Snapdragon 765G SoC and 6GB of RAM

Samsung Galaxy Buds+: new software update fixes major call issue; red versions launch in a new market

Nokia 9.3 PureView to take on Samsung and OnePlus with a 120Hz screen, Snapdragon 865, and more

Honor 30 Pro+ launches with Kirin 990 and 50 MP IMX700; debuts in second on DxOMark

Android 10 will be last major OS update for the Asus ZenFone 5Z, but possibility of ZenUI 7 is not being ruled out

Xiaomi leaks part of its MIUI 12 user interface by mistake

Xiaomi Comet prototype smartphone proves that Xiaomi has dabbled with IP68 waterproofing before

Whitechapel: Google's custom 5 nm Exynos SoC may be coming to Pixels and Chromebooks, but not the Pixel 5

Magic UI 3.1 update now hitting the Honor V20, Honor 20, Honor 20 Pro, Honor V30, and Honor V30 Pro

Xperia 1 II: Sony hints at upcoming release date for its most expensive flagship

OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z: still not TWS, but at least more colorful

OnePlus launches a world-first Warp Wireless Charger

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite: Full specifications, colours, and Book cover accessory revealed ahead of official release

No longer a flagship-killer: OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro are now official, 8 Pro tops-out at US$999 with Snapdragon 865, 120 Hz display, 2x 48 MP cameras, and more

New Android 10 update arrives for the Mi A2 Lite

More Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 leaks: reduced weight, new colors and no S-Pen support

OnePlus 8 Pro: 256 GB model is over 25% more expensive than its predecessor, UK retailer confirms

Lenovo re-introduces the concept of a removable battery in the new A7 phone

Fans pile on Samsung about Galaxy S20 Ultra issues

Nubia RedMagic 5G international pre-orders and public release announced

OPPO launches the quad-cam A91 in Germany

Chrome OS shifting to Progressive Web Apps in place of certain Android apps

Android 10 for the LG G7 ThinQ is around the corner

Lenovo Legion Phone: a new leak hints at unprecedented 90W charging in this gaming device

OPPO launches the fan-cooled AirVOOC wireless charger alongside the Ace2 5G

Opinion | Leaked OnePlus 8 limited edition cases show how far OnePlus has diverged from its roots

Motorola Edge+ slated for an April 22nd launch

The Vivo iQOO Neo3 is set to become the world's 2nd 144Hz phone on its April 2020 launch

Galaxy S21's in-display selfie camera will likely come with OIS

Rumour | Huawei to release the MediaPad M7 alongside a new 8-inch budget tablet, the MatePad T

Samsung updates One UI Home launcher to fix wallpaper rotation issues on Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note 10

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