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Renders of the Galaxy Z Flip. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Leaked Galaxy Z Flip hands-on video may make you want to buy one...or not

A new video has shown the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip in action, and we have a feeling public opinion on it could be divisive. The clamshell-style foldable phone will be launched on February 11, alongside the Galaxy S20 series.

Ricci Rox, 02 Feb 2020 16:20

The C3 will launch with the OEM's new UI. (Source: Realme)

The Realme C3 is to be the first phone to rock the new Helio G70 gaming SoC

Realme has made the C3 official via its Twitter feeds. This phone will be powered by MediaTek's new Helio G70 chipset. This upcoming device will also have a 6.5-inch display and dual rear cameras, albeit ones that may improve over...

Deirdre O Donnell, 02 Feb 2020 14:12

The Samsung Galaxy S9 series originally came with Android 8.0 Oreo. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus user reports indicate wider global rollout of One UI 2.0

The confusion over Samsung’s rollout of the Android 10 based One UI 2.0 for the Galaxy S9 series seems to be settling as users around the globe have been reporting the update’s availability. Owners of the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 ...

Daniel R Deakin, 02 Feb 2020 11:23

The Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1. (Source: MySmartPrice)

The Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1 receives its first taste of Android 10, its second major OS upgrade

The Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 was released in early 2018 and is now getting its first taste of Android 10. Android 10 is the second major OS upgrade the phone will get, which is impressive for a phone that had an MSRP of just US$200...

Ricci Rox, 02 Feb 2020 10:07

Flash memory has a new JEDEC standard. (Source: Wikipedia)

UFS 3.1 is now official: more speed for less power in potential future devices

The JEDEC solid-state assocation has unveiled UFS 3.1, the immediate successor for the memory standard found in some of the most premium smartphones out today. The organization asserts that it will build on its last generation in ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 01 Feb 2020 19:25

The HyperJuice GaN charger. (Source: HYPER)

The HyperJuice is the "world's first" 100W USB type C charger with GaN

HYPER has put its new charger up for crowdfunding on Indiegogo. Despite packing a maximum rate of 100 watts (W), it is described as even smaller than the MacBook Pro brick with the same kind of port. This is due to its gallium nit...

Deirdre O Donnell, 01 Feb 2020 18:43

Update | The EU will force Apple to drop the Lightning port within its jurisdiction

The European Parliament has announced that it will hold a vote on a motion to write its 2014 Radio Equipment Directive into law. This would probably result in an obligation for mobile device OEMs to fit all products to be sold in ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 01 Feb 2020 18:08

The leaked "Moto G Stylus" render. (Source: Twitter)

The Moto G Stylus will have the One Action's signature camera: new specs leak

Motorola's rumored new pen-enabled phone is becoming more and more real with each new leak. It seemt that it will be called the G Stylus, and may have 4GB of RAM and run Android 10. A new report claims to flesh it out further with...

Deirdre O Donnell, 01 Feb 2020 15:07

The Xiaomi Pocophone F1 features a Snapdragon 845 SoC. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Pocophone F1 owners check your phone, Android 10 might be waiting for you

There’s been quite a drama between the Pocophone F1 and the popular Android 10 OS. There seemed to be some doubt over whether the ageing smartphone would even get an upgrade to the latest edition of Android, but it now appears a p...

Daniel R Deakin, 01 Feb 2020 08:46

The Samsung Galaxy A51. (Source: Amazon)

A 5G version of the Samsung Galaxy A51 may be on the way

Samsung has released the Galaxy A51 already. Now, a device that seems like a 5G version of the same has surfaced on the Geekbench 5 benchmarking website. It runs the Exynos 980 SoC instead of the 9611, and has 6GB of RAM.

Deirdre O Donnell, 31 Jan 2020 20:46

The tech market is found to have some of the most valuable brands on Earth in 2020

The UK company Brand Finance releases a yearly report on the top 500 most valuable brands. Its 2020 edition concludes that the tech sector is the most valuable, with a combined worth of nearly US$967 billion. 5 of its brands, incl...

Deirdre O Donnell, 31 Jan 2020 20:01

The LG V35 shares a design with the LG V30. (Source: Pocket Now)

Will the LG V35 ThinQ receive the Android 10 update?

The LG V35 ThinQ is the forgotten step-son of LG's recent flagships. An Android 10 update roadmap that surfaced last week completely omitted the V35, and that may have alarmed owners of the phone. We bring glad tidings, however.

Ricci Rox, 31 Jan 2020 17:59

Caviar Cyberphone: An iPhone and Cybertruck mashup that costs US$18,000. (Image source: Caviar)

Caviar Cyberphone: An iPhone and Cybertruck mashup that costs over US$18,000

Caviar, a company known for offering elaborately-customised smartphones, has announced the Cyberphone, an US$18,000 version of the iPhone 11 Pro or iPhone 11 Pro Max. As its name suggests, Caviar has taken the design of the Tesla ...

Alex Alderson, 31 Jan 2020 17:05

The iPhone X can be cracked by Cellebrite's tool. (Source: Business Insider)

Cybersecurity experts: Android phones may now be more secure than iPhones

iPhones are way more secure than Androids, right? Apparently not. A new report with information from forensic experts heavily points towards the reverse being the case. Androids may now be more secure than iPhones, with a Huawei f...

Ricci Rox, 31 Jan 2020 06:52

The Exynos 990 is a bit worse than the Snaodragon 865. (Source: Samsung)

Exynos 990 Galaxy S20 surfaces on Geekbench - How does it compare to the Snapdragon 865 model?

The Exynos 990 variant of the Samsung Galaxy S20 has now been tested on Geekbench 5.1. The big question, of course, is how it compares to the Snapdragon 865 models. Well, your guess is probably the case.

Ricci Rox, 31 Jan 2020 06:52

A concept render of the Xperia 5.1 being touted as the Xperia 1.1? (Image source: @OnLeaks & @Slashleaks)

Rumour | Camera specifications of Sony's next flagship detailed ahead of MWC release

Sony has already confirmed that it will be unveiling new Xperia handsets at MWC 2020 in Barcelona next month, with a previous rumour claiming that one will be the world's first 5G and 4K OLED smartphone. Now, a new leak claims tha...

Alex Alderson, 30 Jan 2020 20:53

Huawei may have split with Google for good. (Source: Notebookcheck)

It's over(?): Huawei phones may never use the Google mobile ecosystem again

Huawei's Austrian regional manager has reportedly indicated that the OEM's phones will use its own in-house version of Google Mobile Services going forward, never returning to the use of the Play Store and its apps as normal. The ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 30 Jan 2020 20:00

HMD to announce Nokia 8.2 5G, 5.2 and 1.3 handhelds plus a mysterious "Original" lineup at MWC next month

Not much is known about the new "Original" brand that will be unveiled at MWC this year, but industry insiders found out that the Nokia 8.2 5G will be powered by a Snapdragon 765 SoC coupled with 6 / 8 GB of RAM and 128 / 256 GB s...

Bogdan Solca, 30 Jan 2020 17:22

The Mate 20 Lite started life running Android 8.1 Oreo builds of EMUI. (Image source: Huawei)

Android 10 goes global for the Mate 20 Lite as Huawei releases EMUI 10 worldwide

The Mate 20 Lite may share its name with two of Huawei's former flagships, but the mid-range handset has not been afforded the same software support as the Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro. While the latter two received EMUI 10 globally in...

Alex Alderson, 30 Jan 2020 16:32

Xiaomi launched the Mi A2 Lite running Android 8.1 Oreo builds of Android One. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi confirms that the Mi A2 Lite will receive Android 10 after all

Xiaomi has seemingly been toing and froing about whether to bring Android 10 to the Mi A2 Lite, despite it being an Android One handset. Now, the company has cleared up confusion about the update, although a timescale for its rele...

Alex Alderson, 30 Jan 2020 16:16

The Samsung Galaxy A11 in radio-diagram form. (Source: FCC)

A new leak reveals the Samsung Galaxy A11 is a triple-camera, 4000mAh battery device

The Samsung Galaxy A11 has been cleared by the Federal Communications Commission. This documentation shows that it will offer a 4000mAh battery with a rear-facing fingerprint sensor. Therefore, it could be a fairly standard new bu...

Deirdre O Donnell, 30 Jan 2020 14:46

Moto G Stylus just made an appearance on Geekbench

Motorola's stylus-wielding phone just made an appearance on Geekbench as the Moto G Stylus

Motorola's upcoming stylus-ready phone will be called the Moto G Stylus, according to a Tweet by Evan Blass. Additionally, a Geekbench for the device has also surfaced, corroborating Evan's Tweet. We can expect Motorola to tell us...

Anil Satyanarayana, 30 Jan 2020 10:14

Poco X2 or Xiaomi Redmi K30? (Image source: Hindustan Times)

Poco X2 price in India and renders leaked

An alleged poster featuring renders of the upcoming Poco X2 along with its price in India and some key specifications has been posted online. The image, if genuine, seems to confirm the oft-repeated similarity the new smartphone h...

Daniel R Deakin, 30 Jan 2020 10:07

Most of these improvements will come to the OnePlus 7T. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus is bringing major camera improvements to its current and upcoming phones

After receiving feedback at the Open Ears Forum last month, OnePlus has taken the time out to collate user pain points with its camera app, and confirms that it is working on major improvements that will be implemented in software...

Ricci Rox, 30 Jan 2020 08:32

A fan render of what a Mi 10 Explorer Edition could look like. (Image source: Weibo via @xiaomishka)

Rumour | Evidence of Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro specifications appear online with a Snapdragon 865, 16 GB of RAM and a 5,250 mAh battery

News about new Xiaomi smartphones has been a bit quiet recently, what with the arrival of the POCO X2 and all. The Mi 10 series may arrive as early as February 14, though. Ahead of that rumoured release date, several leakers have ...

Alex Alderson, 29 Jan 2020 20:43

The Galaxy S8 and Note 8 are unlikely to ever receive Android 10 officially. (Image source: Phone Arena)

The Galaxy S8 and Note 8 can now be upgraded to Android 10

The Galaxy S8 and Note 8 may now be two generations old, but they are still mighty powerful smartphones. Although they have started life on Android Nougat too, both can now be upgraded to Android 10. The Exynos 8895 and Snapdragon...

Alex Alderson, 29 Jan 2020 20:35

The Realme C2 may be getting a successor soon. (Source: Realme)

New leaks may have partially spoiled Realme's 2020 smartphone portfolio

A collection of new phone certifications allegedly found on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or Eurasian Communications Commission (EEC) websites may have leaked some of the specs of upcoming Realme devices. One is thou...

Deirdre O Donnell, 29 Jan 2020 20:22

Smart speakers will continue to be big business in the near future. (Source: Google)

The smart speaker market may be worth nearly US$20 billion by 2024

Smart speakers are increasingly popular household items. Their market is now thought to be capable of growing until it is worth US$19.91 billion in 4 years. This success may be driven by the rise of 5G, urbanization, consumer inte...

Deirdre O Donnell, 29 Jan 2020 19:41

The S20 Ultra will use an entirely different telephoto sensor—the 48 MP Sony IMX586. (Source: 91Mobiles)

Samsung will do something interesting with the telephoto cameras of the Galaxy S20 and S20+

A new leak has thrown more light on the sensor Samsung will use on the telephoto shooters of the Galaxy S20 and S20+. Sadly, all it manages to do is raise more questions, as it potentially implies terrible low-light performance wh...

Ricci Rox, 29 Jan 2020 18:58

Realme X2 Pro gets VoWiFi via its latest software update

Realme X2 Pro gets VoWiFi functionality, January security patch, and more via latest update

Indian Realme X2 Pro users will soon be able to use VoWiFi on Reliance Jio and Airtel. The functionality comes via its latest software update which also brings the January security patch. It is rolling out now and will be availabl...

Anil Satyanarayana, 29 Jan 2020 17:28

The Reno family may be getting a new 5G member. (Source: MediaTek)

OPPO may have a new Snapdragon 765-powered phone in the works

A phone calling itself the OPPO PCLM50 has surfaced on Geekbench 5 recently. This putative new phone has an unnamed chipset, but one that may very well be Qualcomm's new mid-tier flagship, the Snapdragon 765G - or its nearest vari...

Deirdre O Donnell, 29 Jan 2020 16:31

The Samsung Galaxy XCover 4s. (Source: Notebookcheck)

The Samsung Galaxy XCover 4s could be headed for an Android 10 update

The Galaxy XCover 4s is one of the latest in Samsung's line of rugged smartphones. It currently runs Android 9.0 (Pie). Now, however, devices with its model number have appeared on a benchmarking site running a major upgrade to th...

Deirdre O Donnell, 29 Jan 2020 15:38

The Galaxy Z Flip, bringing clamshell phones back like its 2004. (Image source: LetsGoDigital)

Opinion | The Galaxy Z Flip may be what the Motorola Razr 2019 should have been, but it is still a waste of money

Is 2020 the year when foldables go mainstream? Probably not, but it is likely the dawn on mainstream OEMs releasing foldable smartphones en-masse, albeit at ludicrous prices. The Galaxy Z Flip may seem better value than the Motoro...

Alex Alderson, 29 Jan 2020 14:17

There is a good chance that the Mi A3 has not received Android 10, despite Xiaomi's assurances otherwise. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi confounds fans with latest news about the Mi A3

The Mi A3 is not due to receive Android 10 until next month, right? Not so, according to Xiaomi. The company has informed fans that the OS upgrade is live and rolling out to handsets now. There appears to be no evidence of this be...

Alex Alderson, 29 Jan 2020 13:48

The Google Pixel 4 will soon get the ability to record calls.

APK teardown reveals the Pixel 4's Google Phone app getting native call recording support

An APK teardown has revealed that Google will be bringing native call recording functionality to the Google Phone app in Pixel devices. The updated Google Phone app will allow users to record, transcribe, and export the recordings...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 29 Jan 2020 13:43

Indian users of the Huawei Y9 (2019) have to make do with EMUI 9. (Image Source: MySmartPrice)

Huawei Y9 (2019) Indian variant and Nova 3/Nova 3i will not be receiving the EMUI 10 update

Huawei has given users of the Huawei Y9 (2019) Indian variant and the Nova 3/Nova 3i a cold shoulder as the company has confirmed the said devices will not be updated to EMUI 10. This is surprising considering that global variants...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 29 Jan 2020 12:22

A forthcoming update to Google Translate will bring the sci-fi world of Star Trek one step closer to reality. (Source: Google)

Star Trek's universal translator comes one step closer to reality with Google Translate update

Google has been working hard to bring all sorts of AI-powered smarts to Android smartphones for some time. The latest application of this technology will bring Android closer to realizing the Star Trek vision of universal translat...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 29 Jan 2020 11:49

Poco branding seen on a purported Poco X2 leaked image. (Image Source: Techdroider on Twitter)

Poco X2 could be the cheapest smartphone with a 120 Hz refresh rate, new hands-on leaked images point towards a rebranded Redmi K30

The upcoming Poco X2 smartphone is confirmed to feature a 120 Hz RealityFlow display, and all the hints point it to be a rebadged Redmi K30 for the Indian market. Leaked images of the Poco X2 also seem to confirm a Redmi K30-esque...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 29 Jan 2020 11:08

Oppo Find X2 and Find X2 Pro listings just showed up on a certification website.

NBTC certification listing confirms existence of Oppo Find X2 Pro

The Oppo Find X2 and Find X2 Pro just made an appearance on Thailand's NBTC certification website . Both devices will reportedly come with a 120 Hz WQHD+ screen, and support Oppo's 'Super VOOC Charging' at 65W. The expected releas...

Anil Satyanarayana, 29 Jan 2020 09:00

Flip teasing with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip. (Image source: WinFuture)

Leaked official Samsung Galaxy Z Flip renders and full specs will make you flip out

A whole host of renders of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Flip have been posted online. The numerous images make it clear how the expensive flagship will look, and it seems quite eye-catching in either purple or black. Full specifi...

Daniel R Deakin, 29 Jan 2020 07:45

The Redmi Note 8 Pro; do not be persuaded by its 64 MP rear-facing camera. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 8 Pro: Do not buy Xiaomi's mid-range handset for its cameras

The Redmi Note 8 Pro may come in a host of enticing colours, but its 64 MP Samsung ISOCELL Bright GW1 rear-facing camera leaves plenty to be desired. We found the Note 8 Pro wanting in low-light conditions, with shortcomings in ot...

Alex Alderson, 28 Jan 2020 20:12

The iPhone 11 Pro Max. (Source: Gadgets Now)

Opinion | DxOMark somehow thinks the iPhone 11 Pro Max takes worse selfies than most other 2019 flagships

DxOMark has now tested the iPhone 11 Pro Max's selfie cameras, and given it a score that places it below other phones like the Galaxy S10+, Note 10+, Asus Zenfone 6, and Huawei Mate 30 Pro. There's one problem with that, though—th...

Ricci Rox, 28 Jan 2020 18:45

The Huawei Y9 (2019) will receive Android 10, but what about other phones that should be eligible? (Source: Huawei)

Huawei finally promises Android 10 for the Huawei Y9 (2019), but what about the Nova 3 and Honor Play?

Owners of the Huawei Y9 (2019) mounted a campaign against the company after it was revealed that their phones would not get the Android 10 update. That move appears to have been effective, as Huawei has now backtracked and promise...

Ricci Rox, 28 Jan 2020 18:44

The new "Moto G8" render. (Source: 91Mobiles)

Moto G8: new leak suggests an imminent launch

The Motorola Moto G8 Plus has already been released: however, a tech blog claims that a vanilla variant for this phone will follow this year. Should this leak prove valid, it will be the first phone of its line to have a punch-hol...

Deirdre O Donnell, 28 Jan 2020 17:55

The Galaxy Z Flip, a US$1,400 foldable smartphone? (Image source: @UniverseIce)

New Leak reveals the exorbitant pricing of the Galaxy Z Flip

A new leak has revealed just how expensive the Galaxy Z Flip will be. Those who were expecting Samsung to release a more reasonably-priced foldable smartphone will be left disappointed, with the Galaxy Z Flip set to be pricier tha...

Alex Alderson, 28 Jan 2020 15:33

The Edge+ renders reveal features like a punch-hole display and a stylus. (Image Source: EVLeaks)

Motorola Edge+ flagship phablet spotted in Geekbench tests

The Geekbench tests reveal an Android 10 device featuring 12 GB of RAM and what appears to be a Snapdragon 865 SoC, judging by the single-core and multi-core scores. The existence of a stylus also means that Motorola is looking to...

Bogdan Solca, 28 Jan 2020 14:59

The Mi 9T may well be replaced by a rebranded Redmi K30 later this year. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Android 10 builds of MIUI 11 may cause high battery drain on the Xiaomi Mi 9T and Redmi K20, but there is a workaround

Xiaomi's latest build of MIUI 11 for the Mi 9T and Redmi K20 may be re-issue Android 10 to both devices, but there have also been reports of the update causing heavy battery drain for some handsets. There is a workaround though, w...

Alex Alderson, 28 Jan 2020 12:17

Looks like the Motorola Razr reboot is shaping up as the first hit for the company in years. (Source: Motorola)

Looks like Motorola wasn't kidding about stronger than expected Razr demand

It appears Motorola wasn’t pulling a stunt when it claimed the delay in launching its foldable Razr flip phone reboot was due to stronger than anticipated demand. Despite holding off on pre-orders for a month to better prepare for...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 28 Jan 2020 05:08

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Leaked Galaxy Z Flip hands-on video may make you want to buy one...or not

The Realme C3 is to be the first phone to rock the new Helio G70 gaming SoC

Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus user reports indicate wider global rollout of One UI 2.0

The Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1 receives its first taste of Android 10, its second major OS upgrade

UFS 3.1 is now official: more speed for less power in potential future devices

The HyperJuice is the "world's first" 100W USB type C charger with GaN

Update | The EU will force Apple to drop the Lightning port within its jurisdiction

The Moto G Stylus will have the One Action's signature camera: new specs leak

Pocophone F1 owners check your phone, Android 10 might be waiting for you

A 5G version of the Samsung Galaxy A51 may be on the way

The tech market is found to have some of the most valuable brands on Earth in 2020

Will the LG V35 ThinQ receive the Android 10 update?

Caviar Cyberphone: An iPhone and Cybertruck mashup that costs over US$18,000

Testing the TicWatch Pro 4G/LTE from Mobvoi

Cybersecurity experts: Android phones may now be more secure than iPhones

Exynos 990 Galaxy S20 surfaces on Geekbench - How does it compare to the Snapdragon 865 model?

Rumour | Camera specifications of Sony's next flagship detailed ahead of MWC release

It's over(?): Huawei phones may never use the Google mobile ecosystem again

HMD to announce Nokia 8.2 5G, 5.2 and 1.3 handhelds plus a mysterious "Original" lineup at MWC next month

Android 10 goes global for the Mate 20 Lite as Huawei releases EMUI 10 worldwide

Xiaomi confirms that the Mi A2 Lite will receive Android 10 after all

A new leak reveals the Samsung Galaxy A11 is a triple-camera, 4000mAh battery device

79% Huawei P30 Lite New Edition Smartphone Review – High-End Memory

Motorola's stylus-wielding phone just made an appearance on Geekbench as the Moto G Stylus

Poco X2 price in India and renders leaked

OnePlus is bringing major camera improvements to its current and upcoming phones

Rumour | Evidence of Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro specifications appear online with a Snapdragon 865, 16 GB of RAM and a 5,250 mAh battery

The Galaxy S8 and Note 8 can now be upgraded to Android 10

New leaks may have partially spoiled Realme's 2020 smartphone portfolio

The smart speaker market may be worth nearly US$20 billion by 2024

Samsung will do something interesting with the telephoto cameras of the Galaxy S20 and S20+

Realme X2 Pro gets VoWiFi functionality, January security patch, and more via latest update

OPPO may have a new Snapdragon 765-powered phone in the works

The Samsung Galaxy XCover 4s could be headed for an Android 10 update

Opinion | The Galaxy Z Flip may be what the Motorola Razr 2019 should have been, but it is still a waste of money

Xiaomi confounds fans with latest news about the Mi A3

APK teardown reveals the Pixel 4's Google Phone app getting native call recording support

Huawei Y9 (2019) Indian variant and Nova 3/Nova 3i will not be receiving the EMUI 10 update

Star Trek's universal translator comes one step closer to reality with Google Translate update

Poco X2 could be the cheapest smartphone with a 120 Hz refresh rate, new hands-on leaked images point towards a rebranded Redmi K30

NBTC certification listing confirms existence of Oppo Find X2 Pro

Leaked official Samsung Galaxy Z Flip renders and full specs will make you flip out

Redmi Note 8 Pro: Do not buy Xiaomi's mid-range handset for its cameras

Opinion | DxOMark somehow thinks the iPhone 11 Pro Max takes worse selfies than most other 2019 flagships

Huawei finally promises Android 10 for the Huawei Y9 (2019), but what about the Nova 3 and Honor Play?

Moto G8: new leak suggests an imminent launch

New Leak reveals the exorbitant pricing of the Galaxy Z Flip

Motorola Edge+ flagship phablet spotted in Geekbench tests

Android 10 builds of MIUI 11 may cause high battery drain on the Xiaomi Mi 9T and Redmi K20, but there is a workaround

Looks like Motorola wasn't kidding about stronger than expected Razr demand

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