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Is Samsung the next member of the MTA? (Source: ITHome)

Rumor | Samsung will join the Mutual Transfer Alliance for a new kind of file-sharing

OnePlus, Meizu and Asus are just some of the members of the Mutual Transfer Alliance, a new group that allows its members access to a new, Bluetooth-independent method of localized file-swapping between devices. The option is gett...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jun 2021 16:49

The Mi Mix 4 as imagined by Ice Universe. (Image source: Ice Universe)

Fantastical Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 rumour details astronomical price and uninspiring display specifications

The Mi Mix 4 will reportedly launch next quarter, as Xiaomi looks to release its second Mi Mix handset this year. The Mi Mix 4 will allegedly not come cheap though, and could be even more expensive than the pricey Mi 11 Ultra.

Alex Alderson, 18 Jun 2021 17:10

New UDC demos from Visionox (center) and ZTE (right) emerge. (Source: Weibo)

Rumor | ZTE will launch a second-gen under-display camera phone soon

The eminent leaker Digital Chat Station claims to have spotted a prototype for ZTE's second-gen under-display camera (UDC) Android smartphone. The device was allegedly snapped alongside a demo of Visionox' InV See Pro, this compan...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Jun 2021 17:07

The POCO X3 GT will be a rebadged Redmi Note 10 Pro, pictured. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The POCO X3 GT lands on the FCC as a rebadged Redmi Note 10 Pro ahead of a global launch

The POCO X3 GT is on its way to market, having passed through the FCC. The upcoming POCO handset is another Xiaomi re-brand, this time of the China-only Redmi Note 10 Pro. The POCO X3 GT will feature a Dimensity 1100 SoC, a 120 Hz...

Alex Alderson, 18 Jun 2021 17:01

The Moto Defy is a ruggedized form of the Moto G9 Play. (Source: Motorola)

The Moto Defy is Motorola's new affordable rugged phone with a Snapdragon 662 and two years of support

Motorola has now debuted its newest device, the Moto Defy. The Defy is a rugged phone born from Motorola's partnership with Bullitt Group. It offers mostly mid-range specs but excels at being a rugged phone, with an IP68 rating, M...

Ricci Rox, 17 Jun 2021 21:17

The Mi Pad 5 series is expected to arrive with three models. (Image source: MJJHD - edited)

The Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 series heads to the EEC before a global release

Xiaomi's next tablet series has arrived on the EEC, following several leaks last month. The so-called Mi Pad 5 series is expected to arrive this summer, and will receive a global launch.

Alex Alderson, 17 Jun 2021 14:31

The Redmi Note 9 Pro has started receiving Android 11 in Europe. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi upgrades the Redmi Note 9 Pro to Android 11, but holds back on MIUI 12.5 for now

In February, Xiaomi stated that the Redmi Note 9 Pro would receive MIUI 12.5 in late Q2 2021, a period that we are now in. However, the device has just received a new upgrade, and it only contains Android 11. For some reason, Xiao...

Alex Alderson, 17 Jun 2021 14:27

Oppo Band Sport in review: The smart everyday companion emerges as an iffy fitness tracker

Oppo Band Sport in review: The smart everyday companion emerges as an iffy fitness tracker

Changeable. Controlling music, triggering the camera, checking the weather - the Oppo Band Sport offers useful functions and is a smart companion in everyday life. As a fitness tracker, however, the wearable falls short of its capabilities even for a simple sports wristband.
1.10" | 23 g

Inge Schwabe, 17 Jun 2021 02:55

Honor introduces its latest smartphones. (Source: Honor)

Honor confirms a launch for the Snapdragon 888-powered Magic 3 smartphone for later in 2021

Honor has launched its latest 50-series smartphones today (June 16, 2021) as premium mid-rangers, which might make some fans wonder where the flagship counterpart has got to. However, the brand's CEO also confirmed that this devic...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jun 2021 22:26

The Honor 50 series. (Source: Honor)

Honor launches the Honor 50 SE, Honor 50, and Honor 50 Pro with powerful 5G chips and 108 MP cameras across the board

Honor has finally released its new set of devices in China. The phones, the Honor 50 SE, Honor 50, and Honor 50 Pro offer powerful sub-premium chipsets as well 108 MP main cameras, at a starting price point under the equivalent of...

Ricci Rox, 16 Jun 2021 19:01

2021 might not see a next-gen Mate. (Source: Huawei)

Rumor | Huawei will skip launching the Mate 50 series of phablets in 2021

Huawei usually launches premium mobile devices known as the Mate series in the third quarter of the year. However, according to the latest word from the Chinese media, an upgrade for the current 40 line will not be forthcoming thi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jun 2021 18:00

OnePlus to merge with Oppo as it seeks to rationalize its operations. (Image: OnePlus)

OnePlus to merge with Oppo in a move that comes as little surprise

OnePlus has announced that it is merging its operations with Oppo. The two companies are owned by the same parent company and had already merged their R&D teams five months ago.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 16 Jun 2021 14:39

Official Huawei P50 series teaser. (Source: Huawei)

Sketchy alleged Huawei P50 Pro+ camera samples claim a groundbreaking 200x zoom

The Huawei P50 series is expected to debut in August. Much has been said about the range-topping Huawei P50 Pro+'s expected 200x zoom. A set of images have now surfaced online, with a claim to being camera samples from the device....

Ricci Rox, 16 Jun 2021 13:08

The Huawei Watch 3 series is already receiving its first update. (Image source: Huawei)

The Huawei Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro are already receiving new features with their first updates

Huawei has not started shipping the Watch 3 or Watch 3 Pro to people yet, but it has already furnished the pair with a software update. The update brings several features to the two smartwatches, albeit only those that Huawei adve...

Alex Alderson, 16 Jun 2021 00:59

Realme introduces its second-gen smartwatch. (Source: Realme)

Realme announces a global debut for its Watch 2 and 2 Pro, if not its laptop

Realme has released its Watch 2 and 2 Pro to the European market today (June 16, 2021), during an event also rumored to reveal the OEM's first-gen laptop. This did not transpire as anticipated, although the launch did show the bra...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Jun 2021 21:47

The Realme GT delivers top draw performance at a bargain price point. (Source: Realme)

Realme GT 5G debuts in Europe for just €449: Cheapest Snapdragon 888 device on the market

Realme has now brought its performance-focused affordable premium phone, the Realme GT 5G, over to the global market. Europe, specifically. The Realme GT 5G offers a Snapdragon 888 and up to 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB while bearing a...

Ricci Rox, 15 Jun 2021 20:30

Xiaomi's next foldable smartphone may arrive before the end of the year, Mi Mix Fold pictured. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Details on Xiaomi's next-generation foldable smartphone leak with a Q4 2021 release date penned

According to a renowned leaker, Xiaomi is planning another stab at releasing a foldable smartphone. The new device will feature significantly more impressive specifications than the Mi Mix Fold, which cannot keep pace with the Mat...

Alex Alderson, 15 Jun 2021 17:44

The Xiaomi Mi A2 has now received the June 2021 security patch. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi A2 receives fixes for over a dozen security flaws with its latest update

Xiaomi has updated the Mi A2 once again, just under a week after it updated the Mi A2 Lite. The new update addresses over a dozen security flaws that Google has outlined as either critical or high.

Alex Alderson, 15 Jun 2021 14:45

An Honor 50 render. (Source: Weibo)

Rumor | Honor's 50-series smartphones make it onto Geekbench just ahead of their launch

Honor will launch its new 50-series smartphones on June 16, 2021, which means that some of its members seem to have just beaten this deadline to leak onto Geekbench 5. These new listings might prove that the OEM will introduce a D...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Jun 2021 12:44

The 888 may have been supplanted in its industry already. (Source: Qualcomm)

Rumor | Several Android OEMs are working on their next-gen Snapdragon-powered flagship phones already

Leaks concerning a successor to Qualcomm's current top-end mobile SoC, the Snapdragon 888, have only just started to emerge. Nevertheless, there are hints that phone manufacturers have been sent samples of this alleged "895" to te...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Jun 2021 23:12

Xiaomi previews its new smartwatch. (Source: Twitter)

Xiaomi teases the launch of the new Mi Watch Revolve Active in India

Xiaomi has announced that it will release a new smartwatch to the Indian market soon. This new wearable is called the Active version of the Mi Watch Revolve, and does not appear hugely different from that pre-existing smartwatch. ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Jun 2021 15:21

The Nord may be due a successor. (Source: OnePlus)

Rumor | The OnePlus Nord 2 is actually a rebranded Realme X9 Pro

The smartphone brands Realme and OnePlus are rumored to be working on phones powered by the Dimensity 1200 SoC: the X9 Pro and the Nord 2 respectively. Now, a Weibo-based leaker insists that they are in fact one and the same, and ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Jun 2021 23:26

Realme's new device-laden teaser. (Source: Twitter)

Realme hints at the launch of a first-gen tablet at its upcoming global event

Realme has set the international launch of its flagship smartphone, the GT, for June 15, 2021. Now, its latest teasers hint that it has an additional new product by the same name to debut alongside it. This prospect is presented a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Jun 2021 23:00

The Mi A2 Lite is now eligible for the June 2021 security patch. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite receives a new update for what could be the penultimate time

The June 2021 security patch has arrived for the Mi A2 Lite, courtesy of its V11.0.20.0.QDLMIXM update. V11.0.20.0.QDLMIXM is rolling out now as an OTA, but it may be the Mi A2 Lite's penultimate update.

Alex Alderson, 11 Jun 2021 18:39

The Honor 50's color options. (Source: Weibo)

Honor 50: new leaks may confirm the phones' main specs, color options and performance

The Honor 50 and 50 Pro are Android smartphones subject to numerous leaks that purport to out their design and specs ahead of their launch. The latest of these comes from AnTuTu, and may offer an insight into their new SoC, the Sn...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Jun 2021 20:42

MIUI 12.5 has now reached roughly 37 devices across the world. (Image source: Xiaomi)

MIUI 12.5 round-up: Xiaomi's latest OS reaches over 35 devices

MIUI 12.5 has now found its way to over 35 devices globally. Xiaomi's latest OS upgrade should reach even more devices by the end of the month, according to the company's official release schedules.

Alex Alderson, 10 Jun 2021 20:19

Here's what the Realme Book will look like

New leak sheds light on Realme's first-ever laptop, the Realme Book

Realme is all set to enter the highly competitive laptop market. Some renders of the Realme Book has shown up online, and it draws heavy inspiration from MacBooks. While its launch date is unknown, we can expect Realme to sell it ...

Anil Ganti, 10 Jun 2021 17:03

Even the Mi 11 Ultra might look outdated soon. (Source: Xiaomi)

Rumor | A late-2021 flagship Xiaomi phone with an under-display camera, 120W charging and UWB is on the way

Currently, Xiaomi's most premium Android smartphones include the Mi 11 Ultra and Mi Mix Fold. However, the renowned leaker Digital Chat Station claims to have information on an impending successor that could blow even these super-...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Jun 2021 18:57

Motorola has launched an upgraded version of the the Moto G Stylus in the United States

Moto G Stylus 5G now official in the US with a Snapdragon 480, 5,000mAh battery, and more

Motorola has launched a new low-cost 5G smartphone in the US. The Moto G Stylus 5G comes with significant upgrades, such as a newer Snapdragon chipset and a new stylus design. It will hit shelves on June 14 and cost US$400.

Anil Ganti, 09 Jun 2021 18:47

Is this Realme's first laptop? (Source: Twitter)

Realme teases a product that looks very like the OEM's first-gen laptop

Realme CEO Madhav Sheth's latest tweet hints strongly at the imminent launch of this company's inaugural laptop. Judging from a possible product teaser included with this post, the machine is intended to be a MacBook clone, along ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Jun 2021 16:56

The OnePlus 9 Pro. (Source: OnePlus)

Rumor | OnePlus' Dimensity 1200-powered phone will have a 50MP main sensor and a flat screen

OnePlus is projected to launch a smartphone with silicon from MediaTek, rather than Qualcomm as usual, later in 2021. Now, the notable tipster Digital Chat Station claims that this phone will have a high-end main camera sensor, as...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Jun 2021 20:57

Huawei has nearly finished rolling out EMUI 11. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei claims to have started rolling out EMUI 11 to all devices globally

All attention may have now turned to HarmonyOS 2.0, but Huawei is not done with EMUI 11 just yet. The company continues to roll out its Android 10-based OS globally, albeit for only a handful of devices. The company now claims tha...

Alex Alderson, 08 Jun 2021 18:10

The Realme GT will launch worldwide soon. (Source: Twitter)

Rumor | The Realme GT will be the cheapest Snapdragon 888 phone in Europe on its launch

Realme has officially announced that its flagship GT smartphone will finally get a global launch later in June 2021. However, the "price" section of this show may have been spoiled already thanks to an accidental leak of the OEM's...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Jun 2021 14:08

HarmonyOS will reach 100 smartphones and tablets as far back as the Mate 9. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei plans to upgrade over 100 smartphones and tablets to HarmonyOS

Huawei will upgrade over 100 smartphones and tablets to HarmonyOS, its replacement for EMUI. While the jury may be out on what HarmonyOS exactly is, Huawei should receive some credit for committing to updating devices as old as th...

Alex Alderson, 08 Jun 2021 00:18

MIUI 12.5 is slowly making its way to more devices. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi confirms that 16 additional devices are now eligible for MIUI 12.5

Xiaomi has opened MIUI 12.5 to another 16 devices. The additional devices form part of its second batch for devices enrolled on MIUI's Chinese branch. Most of the devices are Redmi handsets, including the K and Note series.

Alex Alderson, 07 Jun 2021 23:04

MIUI 12.5.1 on Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro details, update available in Europe in early June 2021 (Source: Own)

Android 11-based MIUI 12.5.1 brings the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro back in business

Although not perfect, MIUI 12.5.1 pushes the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro out of the red zone and irons out most of the bugs present in MIUI 12.1.5. The latest Android 11-based update for this handset makes the whole interface snappier and c...

Codrut Nistor, 07 Jun 2021 18:30

The Honor 50 really does look like this. (Source: Weibo)

Honor 50: new official leaks confirm the new smartphone's design ahead of launch

The Honor 50 and 50 Pro are slated to launch in mid-June 2021. Prior to this event, however, the OEM has seen fit to release new teasers that confirm prior design leaks for the phones. They appear to confirm the new kind of quad r...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jun 2021 16:29

The 6R is going global soon. (Source: RedMagic)

Nubia confirms international pricing and availability for the new RedMagic 6R

The RedMagic 6R offers the top-end Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor in a more mid range-looking chassis than is usual from this gaming-focused smartphone brand. The 6.67-inch display device will be released via its global website...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jun 2021 15:48

The POCO X3 GT will be the global version of the new Redmi Note 10 Pro. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Model name for a global variant of the new Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro emerges

MIUI code has confirmed the global model name for the new Redmi Note 10 Pro. The device, which has a MediaTek Dimensity 1100 SoC and a 6.6-inch display, is already available in China.

Alex Alderson, 07 Jun 2021 15:15

The Oppo A53 allegedly exploded, leaving its owner with injuries to both of his legs. (Image source: Technical Dost - edited)

Oppo A53 user suffers injuries after phone explodes in pocket

An Oppo A53 user in India has seemingly suffered considerable injuries after the budget smartphone apparently exploded while in his pocket. The rear of the Oppo A53 is completely devastated and there are noticeable burn marks on t...

Daniel R Deakin, 07 Jun 2021 10:05

The Redmi Note 10's GPU lags behind the Redmi Note 9's. (Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 10 vs Redmi Note 9: The older Redmi phone may actually be better for gaming

The Redmi Note 10 lineup is Xiaomi's current bread and butter for the mid-range segment. Sometimes, though, newer doesn't mean better, and it appears that last year's Redmi Note 9 may actually edge the Redmi Note 10 in some import...

Ricci Rox, 06 Jun 2021 21:42

A new Honor X20 leak. (Source: Weibo)

An upcoming potential Honor mid-range smartphone surfaces in new leaks

New rumors emanating from the Weibo social media platform hint at a phone called the X20, slated to be released by Honor after the launch of its premium 50 series. It may have a 120Hz 6.7-inch display, as well as 3 rear cameras in...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Jun 2021 17:26

Qualcomm may have a new top-end SoC in the works. (Source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm SM8450: Lenovo confirms plans for phones based on the Snapdragon 888's successor already

Several specs for the SM8450, Qualcomm's purported next generation of flagship chipsets for mobile devices, have emerged quite recently. Not long afterward, a Lenovo executive has reportedly confirmed that the OEM will develop pho...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Jun 2021 21:35

Bugs in MIUI 12 have especially affected the POCO F1 (L) and Xiaomi Mi 9 (R). (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Buggy MIUI 12 forces Xiaomi to open survey for Global ROM smartphone users

Xiaomi has opened a survey for fans to complete in regard to MIUI (Global ROM). The feedback form is short and sweet with focus on MIUI features and bugs. Xiaomi’s own MIUI 12 Global ROM bug tracker is filled with dozens of entrie...

Daniel R Deakin, 03 Jun 2021 15:27

The OnePlus Nord CE 5G. (Source: OnLeaks)

Specs of the OnePlus Nord CE 5G revealed ahead of launch

OnePlus is geared to release its next mid-range device shortly. The phone in question, the OnePlus Nord CE, will be available on pre-order starting June 11, and details have now leaked. Notable takeaways include a Snapdragon 750G,...

Ricci Rox, 03 Jun 2021 14:39

Zepp/Amazfit rises to #4 in the smartwatch market for the first quarter of 2021

Zepp Health has announced that its increasingly popular brands Amazfit and Zepp broke into the top 4 of names in the smartwatch market in terms of shipments for the first quarter of 2021 (1Q2021). They sold nearly 69% more units c...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Jun 2021 21:52

The FreeBuds 4. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei launches the FreeBuds 4 as comfort-focused, ANC TWS earbuds

Huawei describes its latest FreeBuds 4 as high-sound-quality TWS earbuds with active noise cancellation (ANC). They are also pitched as particularly comfortable earphones, due to their light build and design. They are rated for up...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Jun 2021 17:20

The Huawei MatePad Pro has been launched in Germany

The Huawei MatePad Pro is now official in Germany with a Kirin 9000, 16:10 OLED panel, and more

Huawei has launched a new high-end tablet in Germany called the Huawei MatePad Pro. It features a 12.6-inch OLED screen, 8GB RAM, 256GB storage, a 10,000mAh battery and HarmonyOS 2.0. It will retail at EUR 799 and will hit shelves...

Anil Ganti, 02 Jun 2021 14:00

The Huawei MatePad 11 is an affordable tablet with high-end specs

Huawei MatePad 11 launched in Germany with a 120Hz LCD screen and high-end Qualcomm SoC for EUR 399

The Huawei Mate Pad 11 is now official in Germany. It runs a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ chipset coupled with 6GB of RAM, 128GB of storage and a 7,250mAh battery. It costs EUR 399 and will be available for purchase on July 13.

Anil Ganti, 02 Jun 2021 14:00

Honor confirms its next smartphone launch. (Source: Honor)

Honor 50: the OEM announces a launch date for the upcoming premium mid-range Androids

Honor has officially confirmed that its 50-series of smartphones will launch in mid-June 2021. The OEM is now hyping them as capable of "beautiful" images and videography, although it has yet to hint at the devices' looks. Then ag...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Jun 2021 15:57

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