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The Black Shark will get Android 9.0. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi updates the first-gen Black Shark to Android Pie

The Black Shark is the OEM's first attempt at a gaming smartphone. It was released with Android 8.0 (Oreo) out of the box, and had not had a major update since. However, it now has access to an OTA upgrade to Pie (9.0).

Deirdre O Donnell, 20 Sep 2019 22:48

A new version of Warp Charge is on the way. (Source: XDA)

The OnePlus 7T series will come with up to 23% faster charging out of the box

Pete Lau, OnePlus' CEO, teased a new feature of the upcoming 7T series in a new interview. It will be called Warp Charge 30T, as opposed to the Warp Charge 30 found in the existing 7 Pro device. Lau claimed that the new standard w...

Deirdre O Donnell, 20 Sep 2019 21:45

There may be a new kind of feature phone in the works. (Source: Your Tech Dose)

A new leak alleges the development of a Nokia feature phone with Android

Most feature phones (simple phones with physical buttons) typically run on alternative software such as KaiOS. However, a blogger has posted a video of what appears to be one of these devices running Android. This phone, linked to...

Deirdre O Donnell, 20 Sep 2019 20:19

AnTuTu notes the tested model features the non-5G Kirin 990 SoC that is slightly slower than the 5G variant. (Source: Huawei)

First Huawei Mate 30 Pro AnTuTu benchmarks are here

The non-5G Kirin 990 SoC powering the Mate 30 Pro holds its own against all Snapdragon-855-powered handhelds and is almost on par with Apple's iPhone 11 models, but it is slightly slower than the Snapdragon 855+ flagships. With hi...

Bogdan Solca, 20 Sep 2019 16:46

The pop-up module includes 32 MP + 8 MP cameras, an additional earpiece and a flash unit. (Source: Vivo)

Vivo's V17 Pro is the first smartphone with dual pop-up selfie cams and flash

The motorized pop-up module integrates a 32 MP main sensor with a 105-degree FOV 8 MP ultra-wide angle shooter, plus an additional earpiece and a flash unit. The V17 Pro comes with a Snapdragon 675 SoC coupled with 8 GB of RAM and...

Bogdan Solca, 20 Sep 2019 15:07

The HMS ecosystem has excellent usage stats worldwide, according to the OEM anyway. (Source: YouTube)

Huawei claims that its new Google-free ecosystem will be open yet user privacy-conscious

The Huawei Mate 30 series has been launched in the absence of Google Play Services. In lieu of this, Huawei Mobile Services (HMS) are slated to take over on these phablets. The OEM claims that the OS in which they will operate wil...

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 Sep 2019 22:55

The new Porsche Design Mate 30 RS. (Source: YouTube)

Huawei unveils its latest Porsche Design variant, the Mate 30 RS

Huawei released its new Mate 30-line flagships at a Munich event today (September 19, 2019). A new special edition of the same developed in collaboration with Porsche was also introduced. It was unveiled on stage by the OEM's Rich...

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 Sep 2019 18:51

The Mate 30 Pro's quad camera. (Source: YouTube)

The Huawei Mate 30 Pro has the world's most powerful camera specs in a phone

The Huawei Mate 30 Pro has a new quadruple rear camera set-up that incorporates dual 40MP shooters. One of these is a "dedicated cine-camera" for 4K HDR recording at 60fps. This device also offers 10x zoom with an ultra-low ISO of...

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 Sep 2019 18:25

Huawei unveils the Mate 30 series. (Source: YouTube)

The Huawei Mate 30 series launches with power-user specs, but without Google Mobile Services

Huawei has unveiled its latest line of flagship phablets on stage today in Germany as scheduled. It is powered by the new Kirin 990 processor, and also has variants based on the 5G version of the same. However, the complete lack o...

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 Sep 2019 17:24

The Fossil Collider DIANA. (Source: Fossil)

Fossil's secret smartwatch sauce may mean no Pixel Watch this year

Business Insider has published a new report that claims to offer an insight into the development of Google-brand smartwatches. It also outlines the nature of the "secret" technology purchased by this company from Fossil, which all...

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 Sep 2019 00:42

Google Maps may gain this new setting soon. (Source: Twitter)

Incognito Mode is coming to Google Maps on phones

Google's I/O 2019 event saw announcements for plans to bring Chrome's Incognito Mode to mobile services such as Search. This is now reportedly in testing for Maps. It is accessed by tapping the avatar associated with a Google acco...

Deirdre O Donnell, 18 Sep 2019 23:18

Xcode finding quashes iPhone RAM rumors, confirms all 2019 models have 4 GB

New findings in Apple's Xcode confirm earlier AnTuTu posts showing that the new iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max have 4 GB of RAM. While the iPhone XR from last year had only 3 GB of RAM, both the iPhone XS and XS M...

Sam Medley, 18 Sep 2019 22:56

The OnePlus 7T will feature a distinctive circular housing for its main camera setup. (Image source: GSMArena)

Alleged Geekbench 5 OnePlus 7T record gives the OnePlus 7 Pro a good run for its money

A OnePlus 7T sporting an octa-core processor has apparently been spotted on the Geekbench 5 benchmark. The device in question amassed very respectable scores in both the single-core and multi-core tests, generally outperforming th...

Daniel R Deakin, 18 Sep 2019 22:43

Realme teases the X2 ahead of its Chinese launch

Realme has announced that it will launch a new 64MP camera phone for the Chinese market on September 24, 2019. The brand has also released some details of this device - the X2 - which make it sound suspiciously like the XT that is...

Deirdre O Donnell, 18 Sep 2019 20:18

The Nokia 7.2 is coming to the US. (Source: HMD Global)

The Nokia 7.2 is headed for the US in September 2019

The Nokia 7.2 is HMD Global's first phone with a triple rear camera. Now, the brand has revealed its inaugural release date in the US: September 30, 2019. The 7.2 will be an Android One device in this country, and will be sold in ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 18 Sep 2019 19:46

Official OnePlus 7T render. (Source: OnePlus)

It would seem that the OnePlus 7T Pro will not make it to the US after all

OnePlus has a launch event scheduled for September 26 in the US, and it's looking more and more like the company will only release the OnePlus 7T for the region. The OnePlus 7T Pro will be sold in Europe, however.

Ricci Rox, 18 Sep 2019 18:32

Official Asus website page confirms the imminent launch of the ROG Phone 2 in the US

The Asus ROG Phone has one of the most impressive specification sheets we've ever seen on a smartphone, and it looks like the device could be making its way to the US soon, as it's now been listed on the Asus US website. Even bett...

Ricci Rox, 18 Sep 2019 18:32

The LG V30's Android 9.0 Pie rollout has been a rocky one. (Image source: Digital Trends)

LG restarts V30 Android 9.0 Pie rollout

Good news V30 owners, LG has not forgotten about following through on its promise to bring Android 9.0 Pie to its former flagship. The South Korean company nixed a recent build last month, forcing people to remain on Android 8.0 O...

Alex Alderson, 18 Sep 2019 17:11

Renders of the Google Pixel 4. (Source: Google)

Google Pixel 4 and 4 XL confirmed for October 15 launch

Just like recent leaks claimed, the Google Pixel 4 phones will be launched at an event in New York on October 15. There's not much we don't know about the phones' hardware at this point, so we're a lot more interested in the softw...

Ricci Rox, 18 Sep 2019 11:55

Huawei will unveil the Mate 30 series tomorrow in Munich. (Image source: @evleaks)

Want to know all about the Mate 30 Pro ahead of its unveiling tomorrow?

In anticipation of tomorrow's launch event, Huawei has released a slew of information alluding to the hardware that it will include in the Mate 30 series. A leaked Mate 30 series demo stand spells out the finer points of these fea...

Alex Alderson, 18 Sep 2019 11:28

OnePlus 7T official render showing a triple-camera setup. (Source: OnePlus)

Official renders of the OnePlus 7T confirm a circular housing for the triple-camera setup

OnePlus showed off official renders of the upcoming 7T detailing the radiant matte back panel and the triple-camera setup in a circular housing. While only the back of the phone was shown in renders, design sketches seem to indica...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 18 Sep 2019 09:52

The JAM Audio Live Free truly wireless earbuds. (Source: JAM Audio)

JAM Audio claims that its new true wireless earbuds can last over 54 hours per charge

The Live Free truly wireless earbuds are the latest products from the company JAM Audio. It is claimed that they are smaller and more comfortable than their predecessors. They also come in a handy case that is rated for a battery ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 17 Sep 2019 20:48

HTC appoints a new CEO as it looks forward to a 5G- and XR-focused future

HTC has confirmed that Yves Maitre, a former executive at the telecommunications company Orange, is its new chief executive officer (CEO). His predecessor, Cher Wang, will remain at the Taiwanese OEM as the head of its board. This...

Deirdre O Donnell, 17 Sep 2019 19:28

Xiaomi launches the new Mi TV 4X series

Today, (September 17, 2019) Xiaomi has unveiled its latest Android TVs in India. The are of the new 4X series, and come in 65-, 55- and 43-inch variants. They include the latest features from their OS, including an in-built Chrome...

Deirdre O Donnell, 17 Sep 2019 18:59

Are you a fan of an above 99% screen-to-body ratio? (Image source: vivo)

Opinion | The vivo NEX 3 shows where Android OEMs are headed, and it is one that few will want

vivo has been ahead of the curve with many innovations in recent years, but has it taken it too far with the NEX 3? A 90° curved waterfall display may look eye-catching, but it comes with compromises. While the tech world clamours...

Alex Alderson, 17 Sep 2019 18:03

Could this turn out to be the Samsung Galaxy S11? (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Galaxy fans are in for a treat: Here's how the Samsung Galaxy S11 and S11 Plus might look like

If renders based on Samsung's recent patents turn out to be accurate, the upcoming Galaxy S11 and S11 Plus could offer a unique take on the slide phone concept. Renders seem to suggest that the Galaxy S11 could use a rolling displ...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 17 Sep 2019 08:04

The Vivo NEX 3 ditches both side bezels and physical buttons for a Waterfall display and virtual buttons. (Source: Vivo)

Vivo NEX 3 official, overflowing with high end specs but no physical buttons

Vivo has officially launched the NEX 3 the latest all-display device from the company that continues to challenge the boundaries of smartphone design. At the top of a very lengthy spec sheet is a new POLED Waterfall display with e...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 17 Sep 2019 07:24

The Realme XT sports a 64 MP quad-camera setup. (Source: Realme)

Realme XT goes on flash sale on Flipkart — 64 MP quad-camera, Super AMOLED display, and Snapdragon 712 for ₹15,999

Realme launched the 64 MP Realme XT in India last week and first sale of the phone has gone live of Flipkart and realme.com. Sporting a 64 MP quad-camera setup, a Super AMOLED display, and an in-display fingerprint sensor, the Rea...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 17 Sep 2019 05:06

The Nex 3's 5G tech has a successor in the works already. (Source: Vivo)

Vivo claims to have started work on its 6G tech already

Vivo launched its new flagship, the Nex 3, today in China. It is an impressive device, particularly as it is the first phone with a waterfall-type display. Furthermore, the OEM outlined its advance plans for what will come after 5...

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Sep 2019 23:30

The new PRT-B50 PRO TREK watch. (Source: Casio)

The CASIO PRT-B50 is the first PRO TREK analog watch to have Smartphone Link and 4 environmental sensors

The PRT-B50 is a new PRO TREK model that can connect to a smartphone app via Bluetooth. Unlike some other Casio watches with this ability, however, this new product has a non-digital watchface. Its physical hands can be used to do...

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Sep 2019 20:43

Vivo NEX 3 is the world's fastest phone according to AnTuTu (Source: Indiashopps)

AnTuTu news: The Vivo NEX 3 is the fastest phone in the world

The Vivo NEX 3, a new flagship that was unveiled today in China, has just climbed on top of the AnTuTu smartphone ranking with a score of over 490,000 points. The next two handsets are the Black Shark 2 Pro and the Asus ROG Phone ...

Codrut Nistor, 16 Sep 2019 19:41

Qualcomm and TDK collaborate to deliver a more complete 4G/5G system

Qualcomm and TDK have clubbed together to acquire a remaining interest in the Singaporean body RF360 Holdings. This has enabled the 2 companies to produce a new kind of multi-mode radiofrequency front-end (RFFE) filter. It may con...

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Sep 2019 19:38

The Samsung Galaxy W20 5G will turn from a high-end smartphone into a compact flip-phone. (Image source: Twitter/Ice universe)

Leaked Samsung exhibition poster names foldable Galaxy W20 5G flip-phone

A revealing leaked image of an exhibition poster has shown that Samsung is preparing to unleash another foldable device onto the market. However, this is not about a successor to the now somewhat notorious Samsung Galaxy Fold, as ...

Daniel R Deakin, 16 Sep 2019 19:27

Images from the new "Sharp patent". (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Sharp's upcoming take on the punch-hole camera may have leaked in a new patent

A document allegedly filed with the Japan Patent Office (JPO) suggests that Sharp may have a device with a punch-hole selfie camera in the works. Like that of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 series, it is in the midline of the display....

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Sep 2019 18:34

The Mi Mix 4 could be a proper camera powerhouse. (Source: GSMinfo)

The Mi Mix 4 gets an official launch date, and it will come with a host of goodies

The Mi Mix 4 promises to be one of the most impressive devices of the year and we finally have a launch date. The company has now confirmed that it will release the flagship on September 24, and it could come with a host of impres...

Ricci Rox, 16 Sep 2019 18:22

The Samsung Galaxy A10. (Source: Marketphones)

Global smartphone sales numbers show the new Samsung Galaxy A series with absolute dominance in the Android space

Samsung revamped its budget and mid-range segments this year with the launch of the Galaxy A line. That move appears to have paid off exceedingly well, as three devices in the lineup were in the top seven best-selling Android devi...

Ricci Rox, 16 Sep 2019 18:10

The OnePlus 7T Series' 1st promo. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus sets dates for 7T Series launch

The OEM OnePlus has made its anticipated 7T series of phones official, and has also announced dates for its launch around the world. The first of these will be in India on September 26, 2019. The 7Ts will then get a 2nd event in L...

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Sep 2019 15:38

The Porsche Design Mate 30 RS official render is a lesson in elegant smartphone design. (Source: Evan Blass)

Apple gets schooled in design by Porsche Design Mate 30 RS in leaked render

iPhone lovers are always going to anything smartphone out of Cupertino, no matter how questionable its design aesthetic may be. The new iPhone 11 Pro series has polarized opinions with its new triple-camera design but is getting s...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 16 Sep 2019 13:37

Google "Hatch" Chromebook with Intel Core i3-10110U on Geekbench (Source: MySmartPrice News)

Intel Comet Lake-powered Google "Hatch" Chromebook hits Geekbench

Mentioned for the first time back in November last year, the yet-to-be-confirmed Google "Hatch" Chromebook has just surfaced on Geekbench. The listing in the popular benchmark database confirms that this portable is powered by a 1...

Codrut Nistor, 16 Sep 2019 11:29

The Mate 30 Pro in full promotional renders. (Source: Evan Blass)

Mate 30 renders leaked in full courtesy of Evan Blass

Huawei’s Mate 30 line has leaked in full renders thanks to well-known leaker Evan Blass. Leaving nothing to the imagination, we know get to feast our eyes on the Mate 30 Pro, the Mate 30 and the Mate 30 Lite in all their glory.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 16 Sep 2019 08:08

The LG V30 in its Verizon livery. (Image source: LG)

Verizon LG V30 owners awake to a surprising OTA update

Seemingly without warning, Verizon has started rolling out Android 9.0 Pie to the LG V30. The update, which should be available over the air (OTA) right now, weighs in at 2.25 GB and is downloadable from LG Bridge too. The rollout...

Alex Alderson, 15 Sep 2019 23:45

Some of the Huawei smart glass variants. (Source: GizmoChina)

The Huawei smart glasses are now on sale in China

Huawei unveiled a new line of smart glasses along with the P30 smartphone series. However, nothing has been heard of them since. Now, however, they have reportedly been released to the Chinese market in several different styles an...

Deirdre O Donnell, 15 Sep 2019 22:36

More users may be able to apply this theme soon. (Source: Android Police)

The Google Assistant and App is seeing a roll-out of dark theme again

Google Assistant had been reported to gain a dark theme at the start of 2019. However, this update did not get to all users at once. Now, it appears that the Mountain View giant is pushing this change again. This new roll-out, whi...

Deirdre O Donnell, 15 Sep 2019 20:08

Leaks point out a few expected deficiencies with the Pixel 4's cameras and all-round performance

The Google Pixel 4 phones are set for launch next month and a set of leaks have revealed even more about the upcoming flagships, with a focus on some of the deficiencies the devices may come saddled with, as is customary with Goog...

Ricci Rox, 15 Sep 2019 12:31

New leak details the OnePlus 7T and 7T Pro in their entirety, and the 7T Pro may just be DOA

The OnePlus 7T are billed for launch in the very busy month of October. A new leak has detailed the two phones but things aren't looking up for fans of the company who've been patiently waiting for the OnePlus 7T Pro.

Ricci Rox, 15 Sep 2019 12:28

These cameras may be divisive, but they may also be powerful. (Source: BGR)

The Pixel 4 series may rival the Galaxy Note 10s for camera features

The Google Camera app v7 has leaked out and has been torn down. This has resulted in references to a slew of new abilities that may debut in the Pixel 4 and 4XL. They include the Mountain View's versions of Samsung's Motion Blur a...

Deirdre O Donnell, 14 Sep 2019 20:10

A wall outlet for the future. (Source: Leviton)

A new power socket with USB type C Power Delivery ports has modern devices in mind

Leviton's new duplex wall socket also has in-built USB outputs. These welcome and increasingly welcome upgrades to electrical fittings are type-C ports with the Power Delivery (USB-PD) standard. This means they are rated to charge...

Deirdre O Donnell, 14 Sep 2019 17:44

The LG G Pad 5. (Source: XDA-Developers)

Rather surprisingly, LG's upcoming G Pad 5 tablet will be powered by the three-year-old Snapdragon 821

Android tablets are a dying breed and LG is doing its best to beat that fact into our heads. The South Korean company is apparently set to release a new tablet, the G Pad 5. It will feature a 10.1-inch display, LTE support, and ra...

Ricci Rox, 14 Sep 2019 10:19

Android

Xiaomi updates the first-gen Black Shark to Android Pie

The OnePlus 7T series will come with up to 23% faster charging out of the box

A new leak alleges the development of a Nokia feature phone with Android

First Huawei Mate 30 Pro AnTuTu benchmarks are here

Vivo's V17 Pro is the first smartphone with dual pop-up selfie cams and flash

Huawei claims that its new Google-free ecosystem will be open yet user privacy-conscious

Huawei unveils its latest Porsche Design variant, the Mate 30 RS

The Huawei Mate 30 Pro has the world's most powerful camera specs in a phone

The Huawei Mate 30 series launches with power-user specs, but without Google Mobile Services

Fossil's secret smartwatch sauce may mean no Pixel Watch this year

Incognito Mode is coming to Google Maps on phones

Xcode finding quashes iPhone RAM rumors, confirms all 2019 models have 4 GB

Alleged Geekbench 5 OnePlus 7T record gives the OnePlus 7 Pro a good run for its money

Realme teases the X2 ahead of its Chinese launch

The Nokia 7.2 is headed for the US in September 2019

It would seem that the OnePlus 7T Pro will not make it to the US after all

Official Asus website page confirms the imminent launch of the ROG Phone 2 in the US

LG restarts V30 Android 9.0 Pie rollout

76% Alcatel 3 (2019) Smartphone Review: A cheap handset that runs smoothly

Google Pixel 4 and 4 XL confirmed for October 15 launch

Want to know all about the Mate 30 Pro ahead of its unveiling tomorrow?

Official renders of the OnePlus 7T confirm a circular housing for the triple-camera setup

JAM Audio claims that its new true wireless earbuds can last over 54 hours per charge

HTC appoints a new CEO as it looks forward to a 5G- and XR-focused future

Xiaomi launches the new Mi TV 4X series

Opinion | The vivo NEX 3 shows where Android OEMs are headed, and it is one that few will want

78% Motorola One Action Review: Motorola smartphone unfit for YouTube fans

Galaxy fans are in for a treat: Here's how the Samsung Galaxy S11 and S11 Plus might look like

Vivo NEX 3 official, overflowing with high end specs but no physical buttons

Realme XT goes on flash sale on Flipkart — 64 MP quad-camera, Super AMOLED display, and Snapdragon 712 for ₹15,999

Vivo claims to have started work on its 6G tech already

The CASIO PRT-B50 is the first PRO TREK analog watch to have Smartphone Link and 4 environmental sensors

AnTuTu news: The Vivo NEX 3 is the fastest phone in the world

Qualcomm and TDK collaborate to deliver a more complete 4G/5G system

Leaked Samsung exhibition poster names foldable Galaxy W20 5G flip-phone

Sharp's upcoming take on the punch-hole camera may have leaked in a new patent

The Mi Mix 4 gets an official launch date, and it will come with a host of goodies

Global smartphone sales numbers show the new Samsung Galaxy A series with absolute dominance in the Android space

OnePlus sets dates for 7T Series launch

Apple gets schooled in design by Porsche Design Mate 30 RS in leaked render

Intel Comet Lake-powered Google "Hatch" Chromebook hits Geekbench

Mate 30 renders leaked in full courtesy of Evan Blass

Verizon LG V30 owners awake to a surprising OTA update

The Huawei smart glasses are now on sale in China

The Google Assistant and App is seeing a roll-out of dark theme again

Leaks point out a few expected deficiencies with the Pixel 4's cameras and all-round performance

New leak details the OnePlus 7T and 7T Pro in their entirety, and the 7T Pro may just be DOA

The Pixel 4 series may rival the Galaxy Note 10s for camera features

A new power socket with USB type C Power Delivery ports has modern devices in mind

Rather surprisingly, LG's upcoming G Pad 5 tablet will be powered by the three-year-old Snapdragon 821

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