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Four lenses, an LED flash, and...a microphone? (Source: XDA-Developers)

Live images: This is the Samsung Galaxy S20+ in the flesh

Less than a month away from Samsung's unveiling event, live images of the Galaxy S20+ have surfaced. Notable takeaways include a quad rear camera setup, what appears to be a rear microphone, and an almost flat display.

Ricci Rox, 12 Jan 2020 21:30

The Mi A2 finally receives the Android 10 update

Xiaomi released the Android 10 kernel source code for the Mi A2 and Mi A3 a few days ago, and we expected the Android 10 OTA to start hitting owners of the devices shortly after. Well, Android 10 is here for the Mi A2. Sadly, it's...

Ricci Rox, 12 Jan 2020 21:29

The Galaxy Z Flip has been touted to have a similar form factor to the Motorola RAZR. (Source: CNET)

The Galaxy Z Flip is Samsung's second-generation foldable phone

Samsung is expected to release a new foldable phone at its Galaxy Unpacked event on February 11. Information points towards the phone sporting a Motorola RAZR-esque design, and it will apparently be called the Galaxy Z Flip.

Ricci Rox, 12 Jan 2020 20:57

The OnePlus 8 series may look like this. (Source: OnLeaks/91Mobiles)

The OnePlus 8 may launch as a Verizon 5G device in the US

The media outlet Android Police asserts that the OnePlus 8 will be compatible with Verizon's 5G network when it is released to the US market. Not only that, in fact, but it will also apparently launch through this carrier. However...

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Jan 2020 19:24

The Doogee S95 Pro and its 2 new modules. (Source: Doogee)

Doogee launches the S95 Pro, a "modular" phone aimed at fans of rugged devices

The Doogee S95 Pro is a new phone with 8GB of RAM, a triple rear camera, an IP68 certification and a 5150mAh battery. This capacity can be extended with a 3500mAh power-pack for the device that fits onto its back via a magnetic in...

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Jan 2020 18:09

The OnePlus 8 Pro gets tested on Geekbench. (Image Source: OnLeaks / 91Mobiles)

Snapdragon 865-powered OnePlus 8 Pro appears on Geekbench with 12 GB of RAM running Android 10

The OnePlus 8 Pro has surfaced on Geekbench for the first time and has managed to post impressive scores thanks to the onboard Snapdragon 865 SoC. The device is shown to feature 12 GB of RAM and runs on Android 10. OnePlus is expe...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 12 Jan 2020 15:03

The Xiaomi Pocophone F1 was praised for the power it offered to those on a budget. (Image source: Poco by Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Pocophone F2 trademark application gives strength to rumored forthcoming launch

An unearthed Chinese trademark application has sparked rumors that Xiaomi may be preparing to finally reveal the long-awaited successor to the Pocophone F1 (Poco F1 for the Indian market). The trademark documents specifically stat...

Daniel R Deakin, 12 Jan 2020 04:42

The Black Shark 2 Pro sports a Snapdragon 855+ and UFS 3.0 storage. (Image source: Black Shark)

Rumor | 5G and 16 GB RAM in a smartphone? It has to be Xiaomi with the Black Shark 3

A new rumor has suggested that Xiaomi is planning on fitting its upcoming Black Shark 3 smartphone with a whopping 16 GB of RAM. Along with that huge amount of memory, the gaming-focused device would also be 5G capable, making it ...

Daniel R Deakin, 12 Jan 2020 03:51

The LG G8 ThinQ was released in 2019. (Source: LG)

The LG G8 ThinQ receives a surprising Android 10 update in the US

Can pigs fly? Maybe, if recent developments are anything to go by. Completely unexpectedly, LG has now sent out the stable Android 10 update to some owners of the G8 ThinQ in the US. Previous performances in this department consid...

Ricci Rox, 11 Jan 2020 22:19

A render of a Galaxy S20 promo based on this new report. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

The Galaxy S11 actually IS the Galaxy S20, according to a Samsung “insider” tip

Recently, a prominent leaker claimed that Samsung was to disrupt its long-held flagship-naming convention with a possibly 2020-themed re-brand. Now, another media source claims to have heard that this is in fact the truth. It has ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 11 Jan 2020 21:38

Apple owners may be the most likely to replace their own batteries. (Source: Pixabay)

Apple products stand out in a study of 2019 mobile device repair

A study of device repair in Germany for the year 2019 found that 30.7% of those conducted by users were carried out on Apple phones. Samsung was second in these terms at 29.7%, followed by Huawei at 21.6%. Owners were most likely ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 11 Jan 2020 20:23

LG releases its TWS earbuds to the US market

LG has announced that its latest truly wireless (or TWS) earbuds are now available to buy in the United States. These Tone Free devices are tuned by Meridian Audio and have a unique UVnano charging case. It also adds up to 21 hour...

Deirdre O Donnell, 11 Jan 2020 18:46

The 108 MP sensor may be impressive, but so is this 12 MP one. (Source: Xiaomi)

No 108 MP sensor for the Galaxy S20 and S20+ but they still get a new, impressive 12 MP camera

Samsung will debut its 108 MP sensor on the Galaxy S20 Ultra and fans of the series may have been disappointed that the cheaper S20 and S20+ wouldn't sport that same sensor. While the smaller phones won't be able to boast of a 108...

Ricci Rox, 11 Jan 2020 11:49

Nuu Mobile X6 LTE aiming for an aggressive $100 USD price point

CES 2020 | Nuu Mobile X6 promises Android 9.0 Pie, fingerprint reader, and 4G LTE for just $100

The Nuu X6 will pack many of the same features that users have come to expect from modern smartphones retailing for several hundreds more including dual rear cameras, and a notched 16:9 display.

Allen Ngo, 11 Jan 2020 07:41

The LG G9 ThinQ will retain the 3.5mm headphone jack.

Leaked renders of the LG G9 ThinQ reveal a potentially polarizing huge phone

The LG G8 was something of an underrated release by Samsung's local rivals, LG. The company is set to debut a direct successor, in the form of the LG G9 ThinQ, and a report has now given us our first look at the upcoming flagship....

Ricci Rox, 10 Jan 2020 22:46

The Android 10 update for the Mi A2 and Mi A3 is right around the corner

Owners of Xiaomi's Android One phones, the Mi A2 and Mi A3, have waited a long time for the release of the Android 10 update. New developments, however, point towards that wait being almost over.

Ricci Rox, 10 Jan 2020 22:45

The Mi 9 SE scored 88% overall in our review last year. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi 9 SE owners awake to another ludicrous MIUI 11 update

While we have previously argued that Xiaomi's approach to MIUI 11 is disingenuous, its latest round of updates for the Mi 9 SE borders on the farcical. While the wait for Android 10 goes on for most Mi 9 SE owners, some have alrea...

Alex Alderson, 10 Jan 2020 22:14

The Mi 8 joins the Mi Mix 3 and its successor on Android 10. (Image source: Xiaomi via Wccftech)

Updated | Xiaomi moves the Mi 8 onto Android 10

Xiaomi is screaming ahead with bringing Android 10 to its devices, having upgraded many to Android 9.0 Pie builds of MIUI 11 last year. The Mi 8 has now received Android 10 too, with the latest update for the device addressing a h...

Alex Alderson, 10 Jan 2020 15:12

Discussion | What would you like to see in MIUI 12?

Xiaomi is yet to finish rolling out MIUI 11, but it has already started hyping up the next version of its OS. MIUI 12 is expected to arrive in Q3 2020 if the release of MIUI 11 is anything to go by, but Xiaomi is coy on the detail...

Alex Alderson, 10 Jan 2020 14:29

Useful software from the manufacturer: A kid's mode and tablet manager for the Lenovo Tab M8 HD

Lenovo Tab M8 HD: Slim tablet for browsing with useful software additions

The second edition of Lenovo's Tab M8 HD is characterized by good workmanship, a modern design and comparably slim bezels. On top of the standard Android system, the tablet also has a kid's mode and a useful tablet manager.

Mike Wobker, 10 Jan 2020 11:19

Xiaomi's new flagship may look like this. (Source: Twitter)

The Xiaomi Mi 10 could beat the Samsung Galaxy S20 series to launch

Some new tips concerning Xiaomi's next flagship phone suggest that it could launch before the 2020 Galaxy Unpacked event. That would make it the first Snapdragon 865 device to be announced this year. In addition, there may be a Mi...

Deirdre O Donnell, 09 Jan 2020 21:40

The new Wacom One tablet. (Source: Wacom)

CES 2020 | Wacom launches a new, entry-level 13-inch creators' display

The Wacom One is a new, 13-inch digital-art display. It has an FHD panel and in-built, foldable legs for various modes. It is aimed at those looking to get into electronically-enhanced or -generated art, and can also leverage Micr...

Deirdre O Donnell, 09 Jan 2020 20:49

Apple scores win in China due to iPhone sales jump in December

iPhone sales in China leapt to 3.18 million units in December, a year-over-year increase of 18.7%. While many analysts are excited about what this could mean for Apple's sales in China, it should be noted that October and November...

Sam Medley, 09 Jan 2020 17:10

The Harman Kardon Fly TWS earphones are set to tackle Apple's AirPods. (Source: Harman)

CES 2020 | Harman Kardon rolls out new 'Fly' range of headphones, including AirPods competitor

Samsung subsidiary Harman Kardon has taken the wraps off what it hopes will be able to take on Apple’s AirPods and headphones like the Apple-owned Beats Solo Pro among others. Each of the three new models, in total, also feature G...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 09 Jan 2020 12:20

Realme 5i launched in India with four rear cameras, Snapdragon 665 and more

The Realme 5i is now available in India for Rs 8,999 (~$129). It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 SoC coupled with 64 GB of storage and 4 GB of RAM. The device will be available on Flipkart and Realme.com starting Jaunary 1...

Anil Satyanarayana, 09 Jan 2020 11:28

Renders based on Galaxy S11/S20 leaks. (Source: @BenGeskin)

Galaxy S20 could ship with 120 Hz display deactivated, Ultra is no 'Ultra' says leaker

Tipster Ice Universe, in a series of now deleted tweets, has suggested that Samsung could drop the 120 Hz display functionality that he only this week tipped was coming to the new Galaxy S20 range. In another since deleted tweet, ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 09 Jan 2020 10:34

Smart assistant activation can result in embarrassing situations. (Source: The Manifest)

Up to 64% of users have activated a smart assistant by accident

A new study of those who use voice-activated searches have found that 64% of this group set the assistant in question off by mistake during December 2019. An accidental press of a hardware button was found to be the culprit in 49%...

Deirdre O Donnell, 08 Jan 2020 21:46

Samsung launches the Galaxy XCover Pro with IP68 certification and removable battery

Samsung's just launched it's latest rugged smartphone —the Galaxy XCover Pro. The device comes with a removable battery and two programmable buttons. It will be available in Europe starting February 1st for €500.

Anil Satyanarayana, 08 Jan 2020 21:23

These four colour variants will soon be greeted by a fifth called Twilight Orange. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro grabs Android 10 update and an eye-catching new colour variant

Xiaomi is not only rolling out Android 10 to the Redmi Note 8 Pro, but the device is also receiving a fresh look. The former is available to download now, while the latter will arrive tomorrow with 128 GB of storage and 6 GB or 8 ...

Alex Alderson, 08 Jan 2020 19:41

LocalRay's algorithmic approach apparently delivers playable ray-tracing performance, even on smartphones (Image source: VentureBeat)

Ray-tracing on 2W smartphones? Israeli startup Adshir's LocalRay solution claims to deliver

Israeli startup Adshir claims that its "algorithmic" LocalRay ray-tracing solution can be scaled to run on 2W smartphones. At CES 2020, the company showcased a non-RTX graphics card running LocalRay demos at 60 FPS. Is LocalRay se...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 08 Jan 2020 18:15

The wait for Android 10 on the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 is finally over. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 finds its way onto Android 10

Xiaomi left the Mi Mix 3 on Android 9.0 Pie last year, despite upgrading it to MIUI 11 in October. While Android 10 has found its way onto the device now, there are some quirks.

Alex Alderson, 08 Jan 2020 15:04

The Xperia XZ2, XZ2 Compact, XZ2 Premium and XZ3 join the Xperia 1 and Xperia 5 on Android 10

Sony may have abandoned the XZ1 series, but it has delivered on its promise to bring Android 10 to more of its recent devices. The Xperia XZ2, XZ2 Compact, XZ2 Premium and XZ3 now all join the Xperia 1 and Xperia 5 on Android 10, ...

Alex Alderson, 08 Jan 2020 12:46

MediaTek intros new 5G smartphone processors. (Source: MediaTek)

CES 2020 | MediaTek debuts the Dimensity 800 line SoCs for premium mid-range 5G phones

MediaTek has expanded the range of Dimensity processors with the new 800 series. They are 8-core chipsets designed to power phones with up to 4 cameras, 90Hz displays and sub-6GHz 5G. The new 800s also feature "flagship-grade" GPU...

Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Jan 2020 22:58

The OnePlus Concept One. (Source: OnePlus)

CES 2020 | OnePlus unveils the Concept One, its first "Electronic CMF" phone

OnePlus has come to its first CES event to unveil the Concept One. This device is built around the idea of color-shifting glass, and how it can be integrated into a phone to hide the main cameras while not in use. This material is...

Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Jan 2020 20:01

Zendure launches the MIX GO, a hybrid 45W wall charger/power bank, on Indiegogo

Zendure has put its latest product, the MIX GO, up for crowdfunding on Indiegogo. It is a 5000mAh power bank that can also plug into the wall to power devices compatible with 45 watt (W) charging. Not a brand new concept, admitted...

Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Jan 2020 18:20

The Realme X50 5G is the first phone to run Realme UI. (Source: Realme)

The Realme X50 launch also reveals a new customized skin for Android

Realme has unveiled its first 5G phone today (January 7, 2020), as expected. However, the OEM did have more of a surprise to drop on the audience at the X50's launch: it is also the first phone to ship with Realme UI. This is a ne...

Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Jan 2020 14:40

With the 6.2 model, Nokia continues to rely on the Android One platform

Nokia 6.2 Smartphone in Review: Android One was a great choice for Nokia

The Nokia 6.2 is a cheap mid-range smartphone from the Android One program. Thanks to a minimal and well-optimized user interface, even the relatively low-end Nokia phone runs smoothly.

Marcus Herbrich, 07 Jan 2020 12:56

The OnePlus 6 and 6T, never settle for a dodgy notch. (Image source: OnePlus)

Oxygen OS 10.3.0 breaks notch-hiding feature for the OnePlus 6 and 6T, but there is a workaround

Oxygen OS 10.3.0 addressed multiple issues for the OnePlus 6 and 6T, but it also broke the notch hiding feature that had been present in Android 9.0 Pie builds. While OnePlus is yet to fix the problem, there is a workaround that m...

Alex Alderson, 07 Jan 2020 01:04

The Xperia 5 Plus, or is it the Xperia 5.1? (Image source: Slashleaks & @OnLeaks)

Top leaker outs the Xperia 5 Plus, Sony's next flagship smartphone

CES 2020 remains underway, but that has not stopped OnLeaks from leaking Sony's next flagship smartphone. Potentially called the Xperia 5 Plus, referred to as the Xperia 5.1 in previous rumours, features a 6.6-inch OLED display th...

Alex Alderson, 06 Jan 2020 23:46

MIUI V11.0.1.0 brings Android 10 to the Redmi K20 and Mi 9T. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Redmi K20 & Mi 9T snag Android 10 update

Have you been waiting for Android 10 to reach your Redmi K20 or Mi 9T? Well, the wait is over, as a new MIUI 11 build based on Android 10 has started rolling out globally. The 2.2 GB build brings other fixes and changes to both ha...

Alex Alderson, 06 Jan 2020 23:11

Galaxy S10 Lite appears on Flipkart; Indian launch imminent

Samsung's newly-released Galaxy S10 Lite just made an appearance on Indian e-commerce website Flipkart. The listing only highlights some key features of the Galaxy S10 Lite and says nothing about its price and release date. Rumors...

Anil Satyanarayana, 06 Jan 2020 22:11

The new Acer B250i LED projector. (Source: Acer)

CES 2020 | Acer unveils its compact, "Studio Sound"-enabled B250i LED projector

The B250i is Acer's latest projector. It uses LEDs to throw a FHD image at a brightness of 1000 ANSI lumens. The OEM has also outfitted it with 5W speakers, passive radiators and in-house TrueHarmony and Waves Maxx Audio technolog...

Deirdre O Donnell, 06 Jan 2020 20:48

Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook. All images via Lenovo.

CES 2020 | Lenovo debuts two new Chromebooks: IdeaPad Duet tablet and IdeaPad Flex 5

Lenovo announced two new Chromebooks. The IdeaPad Duet Chromebook is a compact Chrome OS tablet with a detachable keyboard. The IdeaPad Flex 5 Chromebook is a 360-hinged 2-in-1 that is Project Athena certified. Both Chromebooks wi...

Sam Medley, 06 Jan 2020 20:30

CES 2020 | Lenovo revamps Smart Tab M10 Android tablet, swapping Amazon Alexa for Google Assistant

Lenovo announced the 2nd generation of its Smart Tab M10 Android tablet. The tablet comes with a speaker dock and the Google Assistant, allowing the tablet to operate as a smart speaker with a display when docked. The tablet runs ...

Sam Medley, 06 Jan 2020 20:30

CES 2020 | Lenovo wants to help you frame your memories with the 21.5-inch Smart Frame

Lenovo's new Smart Frame is a digital photo frame with an A.I. twist. The frame runs Android 10.0 and can connect to a user's Google Photos account to display their snapshots and movies. Some A.I. software in the background helps ...

Sam Medley, 06 Jan 2020 20:30

Renders of the Galaxy S20 range based on leaked information. (Source: @BenGeskin)

Samsung insider confirms 120 Hz displays for all three Galaxy S20 models

Samsung insider Ice Universe has started to drip feed specifications of the Galaxy S20 series of smartphones set to debut on February 11. A key feature just confirmed is that all of the three flagship models will feature Super AMO...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 06 Jan 2020 11:12

There may be a phone called the Samsung Galaxy A01 coming this year

Samsung's popular Galaxy A series is into its 2nd generation this year. A new leak asserts that one of these phones will be called the A01. It has allegedly been certified alongside less surprising upcoming phones such as the Gala...

Deirdre O Donnell, 05 Jan 2020 19:52

No periscope lens for the Huawei P40, according to a new leak

A tip just posted to Weibo purports to have captured the housing for the Huawei P40's rear cameras. This component exhibits just 3 circular cut-outs, suggesting that the P30's successor will have this number of main shooters. A fu...

Deirdre O Donnell, 05 Jan 2020 19:02

Android

Live images: This is the Samsung Galaxy S20+ in the flesh

The Mi A2 finally receives the Android 10 update

The Galaxy Z Flip is Samsung's second-generation foldable phone

The OnePlus 8 may launch as a Verizon 5G device in the US

Doogee launches the S95 Pro, a "modular" phone aimed at fans of rugged devices

Snapdragon 865-powered OnePlus 8 Pro appears on Geekbench with 12 GB of RAM running Android 10

Xiaomi Pocophone F2 trademark application gives strength to rumored forthcoming launch

Rumor | 5G and 16 GB RAM in a smartphone? It has to be Xiaomi with the Black Shark 3

The LG G8 ThinQ receives a surprising Android 10 update in the US

The Galaxy S11 actually IS the Galaxy S20, according to a Samsung “insider” tip

Apple products stand out in a study of 2019 mobile device repair

LG releases its TWS earbuds to the US market

No 108 MP sensor for the Galaxy S20 and S20+ but they still get a new, impressive 12 MP camera

CES 2020 | Nuu Mobile X6 promises Android 9.0 Pie, fingerprint reader, and 4G LTE for just $100

Leaked renders of the LG G9 ThinQ reveal a potentially polarizing huge phone

The Android 10 update for the Mi A2 and Mi A3 is right around the corner

Xiaomi Mi 9 SE owners awake to another ludicrous MIUI 11 update

Updated | Xiaomi moves the Mi 8 onto Android 10

Discussion | What would you like to see in MIUI 12?

Lenovo Tab M8 HD: Slim tablet for browsing with useful software additions

71% Motorola Moto E6 Play Smartphone Review – Tiny highlights

The Xiaomi Mi 10 could beat the Samsung Galaxy S20 series to launch

CES 2020 | Wacom launches a new, entry-level 13-inch creators' display

Apple scores win in China due to iPhone sales jump in December

CES 2020 | Harman Kardon rolls out new 'Fly' range of headphones, including AirPods competitor

Realme 5i launched in India with four rear cameras, Snapdragon 665 and more

Galaxy S20 could ship with 120 Hz display deactivated, Ultra is no 'Ultra' says leaker

Up to 64% of users have activated a smart assistant by accident

Samsung launches the Galaxy XCover Pro with IP68 certification and removable battery

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro grabs Android 10 update and an eye-catching new colour variant

Ray-tracing on 2W smartphones? Israeli startup Adshir's LocalRay solution claims to deliver

The Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 finds its way onto Android 10

The Xperia XZ2, XZ2 Compact, XZ2 Premium and XZ3 join the Xperia 1 and Xperia 5 on Android 10

81% Lenovo Tab M8 HD Tablet Review: Browsing and streaming for little money

CES 2020 | MediaTek debuts the Dimensity 800 line SoCs for premium mid-range 5G phones

CES 2020 | OnePlus unveils the Concept One, its first "Electronic CMF" phone

Zendure launches the MIX GO, a hybrid 45W wall charger/power bank, on Indiegogo

The Realme X50 launch also reveals a new customized skin for Android

Nokia 6.2 Smartphone in Review: Android One was a great choice for Nokia

Oxygen OS 10.3.0 breaks notch-hiding feature for the OnePlus 6 and 6T, but there is a workaround

Top leaker outs the Xperia 5 Plus, Sony's next flagship smartphone

The Xiaomi Redmi K20 & Mi 9T snag Android 10 update

Galaxy S10 Lite appears on Flipkart; Indian launch imminent

CES 2020 | Acer unveils its compact, "Studio Sound"-enabled B250i LED projector

CES 2020 | Lenovo debuts two new Chromebooks: IdeaPad Duet tablet and IdeaPad Flex 5

CES 2020 | Lenovo revamps Smart Tab M10 Android tablet, swapping Amazon Alexa for Google Assistant

CES 2020 | Lenovo wants to help you frame your memories with the 21.5-inch Smart Frame

Samsung insider confirms 120 Hz displays for all three Galaxy S20 models

There may be a phone called the Samsung Galaxy A01 coming this year

No periscope lens for the Huawei P40, according to a new leak

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