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There is a new, more powerful version of SuperVOOC coming. (Source: Android Beat)

OPPO is slated to debut 65W charging in the Reno Ace

The OEM OPPO's Vice President, Shen Yiren, has reportedly sent Weibo messages to the effect that a new, improved version of SuperVOOC will be included in an upcoming device, the Reno Ace. This new upgrade will apparently charge at...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Sep 2019 23:07

Could this phone possibly be the Mate 30? (Source: TodoTech)

The Kirin 990 processor may have shown up on Geekbench for the first time

The Kirin 990 SoC is the latest LTE chipset released by Huawei. A phone that purports to be a new model from this OEM has appeared on the Geekbench results database. It suggest that this new processor is a good match for the Snapd...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Sep 2019 19:27

The 'new' Samsung Galaxy M30 will be on sale soon. (Source: Amazon.in)

Update | Get ready to meet Samsung's new battery monster, the Galaxy M30s

Following months of speculation, the existence of the Samsung Galaxy M30s as a retail product has been confirmed. It may be exclusive to Amazon India, a site that is currently promoting it as a device with an impressive 6000mAh ba...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Sep 2019 18:12

The soon to be retired Pixel 3. (Image source: Google)

Deal | The Pixel 3 & Pixel 3 XL are on sale again with US$300 off all models

There is nothing like a sale to get rid of old stock ahead of a new product release. While all the talk has recently been about the huge volume of Pixel 4 and 4 XL leaks, Google is running a sale on all Pixel 3 and 3 XL models. Yo...

Alex Alderson, 13 Sep 2019 16:06

Google Pixel 4 XL prototype (Source: GenK.vn via Android Community)

Pixel 4 XL prototype shows up in Vietnam, 90 Hz display and round main camera module in tow

The soon-to-be-released Google Pixel 4 XL is back in a new unofficial video that does not leave much to be discovered at launch. The video shows the upcoming flagship device with a round camera module on the back that makes it sim...

Codrut Nistor, 13 Sep 2019 15:36

The latest Vivo NEX 3 teaser shows a device without any front-facing side bezels. (Source: Vivo)

Vivo NEX 3 will have a 99.6 percent screen-to-body ratio

Vivo is arguably one of the most innovative smartphone makers on the market right now. The company pioneered the first true all-screen smartphone as well as the first under-screen fingerprint reader. Now it looks set to deliver th...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 13 Sep 2019 11:45

The Samsung Galaxy M10s may be released soon. (Source: linekraft)

The Samsung Galaxy M10s is now an Android Enterprise Recommended device

The Samsung Galaxy M10s now seems to be official. It has appeared on the Android Enterprise database, which reveals it to be a device with 3GB of RAM and 32GB in interal storage. Unlike the original M10, it also has a 6.4-inch dis...

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Sep 2019 22:37

The Motorola One line might be getting another new phone. (Source: Amazon.ca)

A new Motorola One variant shows up on Geekbench

The Motorola One line of smartphones has seen multiple new additions this year. A new phone with a name that fits in among them has just appeared on Geekbench. It may run on the MediaTek Helio P70 SoC and has 2GB of RAM.

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Sep 2019 20:41

The modular Fairphone 3 (unsurprisingly) scores a perfect 10 in iFixIt teardown

The Fairphone 3 received a perfect 10 in its iFixIt teardown. The modular phone is perhaps the most repairable device on the market; most major components are attached to removable modules, making repairs a snap. The back is held ...

Sam Medley, 11 Sep 2019 23:48

The NanoPi M4V2 features a Rockchip RK3399 SoC and 4 GB of LPDDR4 RAM. (Image source: FriendlyElec)

FriendlyElec NanoPi M4V2: Powerful Raspberry Pi alternative now available for US$70.00

The NanoPi M4V2, as its name suggests, is a new revision of the NanoPi M4, which FriendlyElec launched last year. The Rockchip RK3399 powered single-board computer (SBC) includes 4 GB of dual-channel LPDDR4 RAM, four USB 3.0 Type-...

Alex Alderson, 11 Sep 2019 15:43

Apple claims its new products are 'all-new' -- they aren't. (Source: Apple)

Opinion: Sorry Apple, your 'new' products are not 'all-new'

Apple and its market machine is in full spin mode following the launch of the iPhone 11 range along with the Watch Series 5 and 10.2-inch iPad. Yes, it is true these devices are new. However, I take exception to Apple labeling the...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 11 Sep 2019 13:58

Google Assistant may gain the ability to tell when a call comes off hold. (Source: Google)

Pixel users may soon be able to get the Google Assistant to go on hold for them

9to5Google claims to have learned that Google has a new Call Screen-like function for the Assistant in the works. It may become known as "Hold my Phone", and will enable a device's AI to handle a phonecall that has gone on hold by...

Deirdre O Donnell, 10 Sep 2019 23:25

The latest Huawei Mate 30 display leak shows a smaller notch than the last

The upcoming Huawei flagship series is linked to a number of highly unusual design choice via its leaks already. One of them indicates that these phones will come with display notches (again). However, a new image depicting a scre...

Deirdre O Donnell, 10 Sep 2019 20:43

The back of the OnePlus TV will look like this. (Source: Twitter)

OnePlus reveals carbon-fiber backing for its TV, among other specs

A OnePlus executive has been spilling more details on its first-gen smart TV, in order to build hype ahead of its launch. The latest of these hints is that its back panel will be finished in a carbon-fiber effect. It will also sup...

Deirdre O Donnell, 10 Sep 2019 19:40

EMUI 10 will launch globally with the Mate 30 series on September 19. (Image source: Huawei)

IFA 2019 | Huawei announces plans to upgrade over 30 devices to EMUI 10

Huawei has announced its EMUI 10 roadmap at IFA 2019, and the company is aiming to deliver its custom version of Android 10 to over 30 Huawei and Honor devices. At least 10 devices including the Mate 30 series will be running EMUI...

Alex Alderson, 10 Sep 2019 18:38

The LG G6 and V20 are still yet to receive stable Android 9.0 Pie builds. (Image source: PhoneArena)

There is light at the end of the tunnel for the LG G6 and V20

Still holding out on seeing your LG G6 or V20 running Android 9.0 Pie? Well, while LG remains tight-lipped when this month it plans to release the OS upgrade to both devices, but changes to the Android Enterprise Solutions Directo...

Alex Alderson, 10 Sep 2019 18:00

EMUI 10 beta: Available for some P30 and P30 Pro models. (Image source: Huawei)

EMUI 10 beta goes live for over 25 devices

EMUI 10 beta builds are here, but Huawei has not opened the program to all models and variants. Read on to find out which devices are eligible for an early look at Huawei's custom version of Android 10 and how to install it on you...

Alex Alderson, 09 Sep 2019 22:27

BLU launches a new brand with a "mission to bring smartphone prices back to reality"

The smartphone OEM BLU has unveiled a new sub-brand, BOLD. It will offer new "premium flagship and flagship-like" devices that buck the trend of rising prices in this market. The first BOLD phone, the N1, is powered by the mid-ran...

Deirdre O Donnell, 09 Sep 2019 20:39

Nokia 9 PureView's main camera setup, DxOMark failure

DxOMark: The Nokia 9 PureView fails to impress

It is not something new that more cameras are not always better, but many of those into mobile photography had high expectations from the Nokia 9 PureView. Sadly, Nokia's flagship with five cameras on the back failed to impress an...

Codrut Nistor, 09 Sep 2019 20:23

Xiaomi also claims to have 40W wireless charging in the works. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi unveils Mi Charge Turbo: a new 30W wireless charging standard

Xiaomi has launched its fastest wireless charging standard yet: Mi Charge Turbo, which powers a compatible device at 30 watts (W). The OEM claims that it needs only 25 minutes to charge an empty 4000mAh battery to 50%. Furthermore...

Deirdre O Donnell, 09 Sep 2019 19:20

Vivaldi 2.7 on Android with dark theme (Source: Own)

Vivaldi finally goes mobile, although only in beta testing for now

After a rather long wait, Vivaldi is finally available for mobile devices. This powerful web browser can be taken for a spin only by Android users for now as a beta piece of code, but it already features private browsing, the Note...

Codrut Nistor, 09 Sep 2019 17:34

A 5G Realme phone based on the Snapdragon 7-series 5G Mobile Platform is in the offing. (Source: BGR India)

Realme announces first device powered by the Snapdragon 7-series 5G SoC, also slated to launch a 90 Hz display phone cheaper than the OnePlus 7T

Realme will soon launch a 5G smartphone powered by Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 7-series 5G Mobile Platform. The Realme 5G phone will support both SA and NSA 5G networks for maximum worldwide band compatibility. Realme is also said t...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 09 Sep 2019 11:33

The Huawei Mate 30 series could ship without any Google services pre-installed. (Source: OnLeaks)

IFA 2019 | Huawei Mate 30 and Mate X to ship without Google apps, P40 series could launch with HarmonyOS in 2020

The upcoming Huawei Mate 30 and foldable Mate X will not ship with Google Mobile Services (GMS) pre-installed due to the ongoing ban on Huawei products by the Trump administration citing national security concerns. However, CEO Ri...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 09 Sep 2019 09:28

The HiSilicon Kirin 990 comes an with integrated 5G modem. (Source: Android Authority)

IFA 2019 | Huawei's Kirin 990 5G sticks to Cortex-A76 but offers faster clocks, integrated 5G modem, and a new NPU design

Huawei has unveiled the Kirin 990 and the Kirin 990 5G at IFA 2019. The Kirin 990 5G offers a built-in 5G modem, faster CPU clocks, and a new Da Vinci 2+1 NPU architecture. The new SoC also features a 16-core Mali-G76 MP16 GPU and...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 09 Sep 2019 08:19

The OPPO Reno A's alleged promo. (Source: IndiaShopps)

The OPPO Reno A is a new 6GB mid-range phone, according to its leaked promo

A tech blog claims to have dug up new renders and marketing material for a new OPPO Reno phone. It is apparently to be called the Reno A, and is powered by the Snapdragon 710 SoC. It is described as having 6GB of RAM and either 64...

Deirdre O Donnell, 08 Sep 2019 22:53

The next 90Hz OnePlus screen may look somewhat like this. (Source: Android Police)

The OnePlus 7T's 90Hz screen is all but confirmed, but this may not be good news for all

Pete Lau, the chief executive officer (CEO) at OnePlus, has confirmed that a new phone with an imminent release will have a 90Hz screen. The use of the eptithet "affordable" also connected to this phone suggests that this device i...

Deirdre O Donnell, 08 Sep 2019 20:14

IFA 2019 | TCL claims to have applied its display know-how to the new PLEX smartphone

TCL, a name perhaps better known for TVs, has unveiled its latest mobile device at IFA. The PLEX is a 6.53-inch FHD+ phone with a 24MP punch-hole camera. It has triple rear cameras, one of which is 48MP, and AI enhancements for th...

Deirdre O Donnell, 08 Sep 2019 18:04

IFA 2019 | Huawei unveils the FreeBuds 3: AirPod-alikes but with a round charging case

Huawei has taken to IFA to unveil new wireless earbuds alongside the Kirin 990 SoC. They are the latest in the Freebuds line of wearables, and are thus AirPod clones (in their looks at least). These 3rd-gen products have a dedicat...

Deirdre O Donnell, 08 Sep 2019 17:20

Does the increase in Pixel 4 leaks concide with Apple's launch event next week? (Image source: Google)

What is with all the Google Pixel 4 leaks this week?

If the recent volume of leaks is anything to go by, then the Pixel 4 series is edging ever nearer to being unveiled. While the bezels and square rear-facing camera housing may put off many people, Google may have a few technologic...

Alex Alderson, 08 Sep 2019 14:15

The Galaxy Fold is highly sought after by tech early adopters. (Source: Samsung)

Galaxy Fold sells out in Korea 24 hours after going on sale

Samsung’s Galaxy Fold has already sold out in its home market of Korea just a day after its launch. Admittedly, only around 2,500 units were on sale of the bleeding edge device but it shows that early adopters are keen to try out ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 08 Sep 2019 05:43

The HiSilicon Kirin 990 5G features the new Da Vinci architecture NPU. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Dev Phone featuring HiSilicon Kirin 990 5G SoC hammers Snapdragon and Exynos competition in AI Benchmark

A device simply called “Huawei Dev Phone” has been spotted on the AI Benchmark, and both the phone and the HiSilicon Kirin 990 5G mobile SoC it features have completely outclassed the competition in the benchmark’s performance ran...

Daniel R Deakin, 07 Sep 2019 20:41

The Google Pixel 4 has been accused of being an iPhone 11 clone. (Image source: Twitter/Ben Geskin)

An Apple Special Event is coming, so time for a coincidental Google Pixel 4 leak: Handsets in black, white, and orange

An image showing three Google Pixel 4 smartphones in different colors has seemingly leaked on Weibo. Unsurprisingly, both a black and white SKU are visible, but the choice for the third color has caused some eyebrows to be raised....

Daniel R Deakin, 07 Sep 2019 19:35

Various sectors of the smartphone market may get 5G faster than expected. (Source: Qualcomm)

The next generations of Snapdragon 8-, 7- and 6- series SoCs will be 5G-ready by default

Qualcomm has announced that its chipsets for the premium, premium mid-tier and mid-tier mobile devices of the future will all come with 5G as standard. This is because they will have support for these next-gen data bands built int...

Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Sep 2019 19:18

The Pixel 3's replacement may have finally appeared on Geekbench. (Source: Digital Trends)

Update | The latest Pixel 4 Geekbench leak is the most confusing yet

The anticipated successor to the Pixel 3 has appeared on Geekbench. It shows that the device has 4GB of RAM, is powered by the Snapdragon 855 SoC and runs Android 10. Therefore, it stands a decent chance of actually being a Google...

Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Sep 2019 18:32

It is now possible to enable 75 Hz screen refresh rate on the Asus ZenFone 6 using a kernel mod. (Source: Asus)

Fancy a ZenFone 6 with a faster display refresh rate? It is now possible with the custom Proton Kernel

Senior XDA member 'kdrag0n' has released the new Proton Kernel for the Asus ZenFone 6. Apart from bringing several enhancements, the Proton Kernel enables a 75 Hz display refresh rate option for smoother visuals. The Proton Kernel...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 07 Sep 2019 17:07

The new JBL Pulse 4 in action. (Source: JBL)

IFA 2019 | JBL introduces the Pulse 4, a 20W portable LED speaker

The JBL Pulse 4 is the latest in a series of portable Bluetooth speakers that also light up as they stream audio. This iteration also has an IPX7 rating and an estimated 12 hours of playback. Its LEDs are controlled by a proprieta...

Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Sep 2019 00:05

The new Arun power station. (Source: IFA International)

IFA 2019 | The new Arun power station has both USB and AC outputs to charge a laptop at up to 100W

The charging accessory brand Arun has a new travel product that can charge both mobile devices and full notebooks. This "power station" has variants with 22000mAh or 30000mAh capacities, both of which has a full AC outlet, as well...

Deirdre O Donnell, 06 Sep 2019 20:23

The QTM527 mmWave antenna module. (Source: Qualcomm)

IFA 2019 | Qualcomm unveils the new QTM527 mmWave antenna module for the Snapdragon X55 modem

Qualcomm has introduced its latest "add-on" for its 2nd-generation 5G modem, the Snapdragon X55. The QTM527 is an antenna that confers mmWave reception on the chipset. It is intended to enable the X55 to handle fiber-level connect...

Deirdre O Donnell, 06 Sep 2019 18:38

Samsung Galaxy A90 5G will get quarterly security updates, another failure by Samsung

Samsung fails again: No monthly security patches for the Galaxy A90 5G

Although it is not cheap at all, the Galaxy A90 5G is Samsung's first non-flagship handset with support for the fastest mobile connectivity standard available for the masses (depending on region, of course). Sadly, although it is ...

Codrut Nistor, 06 Sep 2019 17:19

The Nokia 7.2's 48 MP triple camera and always-on HDR screen adds pizzazz to the mid-range segment. (Source: HMD Global)

IFA 2019 | The Nokia 7.2 offers a 48 MP triple camera with ZEISS optics and a PureDisplay always-on HDR screen for €299

HMD Global has announced a new a mid-range smartphone at IFA 2019 — the Nokia 7.2. The Nokia 7.2 features a 48 MP triple camera setup with ZEISS optics and AI enhancements for improved low-light photos. The Nokia 7.2 sports an alw...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 06 Sep 2019 07:46

The LG G8X ThinQ comes with a new symmetrical secondary display accessory. (Source: LG)

IFA 2019 | LG G8X ThinQ launched, new second screen accessory also includes third ancillary display

As expected, LG has officially revealed its latest flagship smartphone at Berlin’s IFA 2019 expo. The new LG G8X ThinQ is also offered with a new sleeker second-screen accessory that also includes a third monochrome 2.1-inch ancil...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 06 Sep 2019 01:58

The OPPO A5 (2020) looks like an OPPO A9 (2020) with less RAM

According to a purported leak, the OPPO A5 (2020) will have the exact same SoC, screen, battery, and camera as the A9 (2020). The main difference between the two handsets will be RAM and storage: the A5 (2020) tops out at 4 GB/128...

Sam Medley, 05 Sep 2019 23:34

Vivo may release an Exynos 980-powered phone soon. (Source: Twitter)

Vivo reportedly wants to make a 5G phone with Samsung's Exynos 980 SoC

The well-known tech tipster IceUniverse claims to have attended a Vivo event in which this OEM outlined plans to use Samsung's newest SoC in one of its own phones. This chipset, the Exynos 980, is thought to be best suited to mid-...

Deirdre O Donnell, 05 Sep 2019 22:47

The new Motorola One Zoom. (Source: Lenovo)

IFA 2019 | Motorola makes the One Zoom and Moto E6 Plus official

Motorola has announced the release of 2 new smartphones, the One Zoom and Moto E6 Plus. The former has a 6.4-inch 1080p display, a 4000 mAh battery and Dual OIS for its quad rear cameras. The new Moto E, on the other hand, is a du...

Deirdre O Donnell, 05 Sep 2019 20:30

The Huawei Mate 30 Pro aoccording to OnLeaks and Pricebaba. (Image source: @OnLeaks & Pricebaba)

Opinion | The Huawei Mate 30 Pro may be the ugliest and most inconvenient flagship smartphone of 2019

Have the rumours about the Mate 30 Pro got you clamouring for its launch event on September 19? Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but recent renders published by OnLeaks and Pricebaba paint the Mate 30 Pro as one of the ug...

Alex Alderson, 05 Sep 2019 19:29

Sony unveils the Xperia 5, a new compact version of its flagship phone

Sony has revealed that the long-awaited compact variant of its 2019 flagship is called the Xperia 5. It shares an OLED "TV-grade" screen with the 1; however, this panel measures 0.4 inches less than its regular-sized counterpart. ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 05 Sep 2019 17:52

The new Red Magic 3S will also be available in silver. (Source: JD.com)

Nubia Red Magic 3S powered by Snapdragon 855+ up for pre-orders

Upgraded with a Snapdragon 855+ SoC, improved liquid cooling solution and USF 3.0 storage, the Red Magic 3S from Nubia is scheduled to begin shipping on September 9 in China. As per usual, Nubia is looking to maintain aggressive p...

Bogdan Solca, 05 Sep 2019 15:16

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OPPO is slated to debut 65W charging in the Reno Ace

The Kirin 990 processor may have shown up on Geekbench for the first time

Update | Get ready to meet Samsung's new battery monster, the Galaxy M30s

Deal | The Pixel 3 & Pixel 3 XL are on sale again with US$300 off all models

Pixel 4 XL prototype shows up in Vietnam, 90 Hz display and round main camera module in tow

Vivo NEX 3 will have a 99.6 percent screen-to-body ratio

The Samsung Galaxy M10s is now an Android Enterprise Recommended device

A new Motorola One variant shows up on Geekbench

88% Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ Smartphone Review: Optimised SoC promises better runtimes

The modular Fairphone 3 (unsurprisingly) scores a perfect 10 in iFixIt teardown

FriendlyElec NanoPi M4V2: Powerful Raspberry Pi alternative now available for US$70.00

Opinion: Sorry Apple, your 'new' products are not 'all-new'

Pixel users may soon be able to get the Google Assistant to go on hold for them

The latest Huawei Mate 30 display leak shows a smaller notch than the last

OnePlus reveals carbon-fiber backing for its TV, among other specs

IFA 2019 | Huawei announces plans to upgrade over 30 devices to EMUI 10

There is light at the end of the tunnel for the LG G6 and V20

EMUI 10 beta goes live for over 25 devices

BLU launches a new brand with a "mission to bring smartphone prices back to reality"

DxOMark: The Nokia 9 PureView fails to impress

Xiaomi unveils Mi Charge Turbo: a new 30W wireless charging standard

Vivaldi finally goes mobile, although only in beta testing for now

78% Xiaomi Mi A3 Smartphone Review – The price-performance king again!

86% Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Smartphone Review: Still the best business smartphone?

Realme announces first device powered by the Snapdragon 7-series 5G SoC, also slated to launch a 90 Hz display phone cheaper than the OnePlus 7T

IFA 2019 | Huawei Mate 30 and Mate X to ship without Google apps, P40 series could launch with HarmonyOS in 2020

IFA 2019 | Huawei's Kirin 990 5G sticks to Cortex-A76 but offers faster clocks, integrated 5G modem, and a new NPU design

The OPPO Reno A is a new 6GB mid-range phone, according to its leaked promo

The OnePlus 7T's 90Hz screen is all but confirmed, but this may not be good news for all

IFA 2019 | TCL claims to have applied its display know-how to the new PLEX smartphone

IFA 2019 | Huawei unveils the FreeBuds 3: AirPod-alikes but with a round charging case

What is with all the Google Pixel 4 leaks this week?

Galaxy Fold sells out in Korea 24 hours after going on sale

Huawei Dev Phone featuring HiSilicon Kirin 990 5G SoC hammers Snapdragon and Exynos competition in AI Benchmark

An Apple Special Event is coming, so time for a coincidental Google Pixel 4 leak: Handsets in black, white, and orange

The next generations of Snapdragon 8-, 7- and 6- series SoCs will be 5G-ready by default

Update | The latest Pixel 4 Geekbench leak is the most confusing yet

Fancy a ZenFone 6 with a faster display refresh rate? It is now possible with the custom Proton Kernel

IFA 2019 | JBL introduces the Pulse 4, a 20W portable LED speaker

IFA 2019 | The new Arun power station has both USB and AC outputs to charge a laptop at up to 100W

IFA 2019 | Qualcomm unveils the new QTM527 mmWave antenna module for the Snapdragon X55 modem

Samsung fails again: No monthly security patches for the Galaxy A90 5G

IFA 2019 | The Nokia 7.2 offers a 48 MP triple camera with ZEISS optics and a PureDisplay always-on HDR screen for €299

IFA 2019 | LG G8X ThinQ launched, new second screen accessory also includes third ancillary display

The OPPO A5 (2020) looks like an OPPO A9 (2020) with less RAM

Vivo reportedly wants to make a 5G phone with Samsung's Exynos 980 SoC

IFA 2019 | Motorola makes the One Zoom and Moto E6 Plus official

Opinion | The Huawei Mate 30 Pro may be the ugliest and most inconvenient flagship smartphone of 2019

Sony unveils the Xperia 5, a new compact version of its flagship phone

Nubia Red Magic 3S powered by Snapdragon 855+ up for pre-orders

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