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The Doogee "S200 Ultra". (Image source: GSMArena)

Doogee previews S200 Ultra with dual displays and updated SoC

Doogee is now slated to have an Ultra version of its S200 dual-display smartphone in the works. The putative flagship apparently augments its series' rugged design with a new Dynamic Breathing Light LED accent. It might also have ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Aug 2025 19:00
The Magic7 Pro. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Honor Magic8 leaks as upcoming Android flagship with wired charging downgrade

Honor's next generation of Android flagships have started to surface in a fresh leak that hints at one of the more vital of their specs. The new tip suggests that the Magic8 will charge slower via USB-C compared to its predecessor...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Aug 2025 19:12
Oukitel WP210 im Test

76% Sounds like every outdoor enthusiast's dream – Oukitel WP210 smartphone review

Too good to be true? The Oukitel WP210 is designed to be both attractive and robust. It also features a fast processor, is intended to have a long battery life and takes decent photos. Are these exaggerated claims, or does this outdoor mobile phone really deliver?
MediaTek Dimensity 8200 | ARM Mali-G610 MP6 | 6.70" | 311 g
Florian Schmitt, 15 Aug 2025 09:33
The 13T. (Image source: Oppo)

OnePlus 13T is first in line for Android 16 beta

Oppo has announced a release for the world's first public beta of ColorOS 16. The build represents the first taste of how Android 16 will look and feel on devices such as the OnePlus 13 and its compact sibling the 13T in China, an...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Aug 2025 18:36
The Realme GT 7 Pro. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Realme GT 8 and 8 Pro launch date and audio prowess hinted at in new leak

The Realme GT 8 Pro is rumored to launch as a flagship Android smartphone with so much battery life that it might not need a particulary low-power OLED display. Now, it is also backed to have the best on-board audio features of it...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Aug 2025 17:08
The Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 has finally shown up on Geekbench (image source: Google Gemini)

Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 Geekbench debut spells doom for the Exynos 2600

The Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 has shown up on Geekbench alongside an upcoming Samsung flagship. Its core layout is identical to the Snapdraon 8 Elite, but the boost clocks have gone up remarkably.
Anil Ganti, 12 Aug 2025 02:05
The Neo 7 SE. (Image source: Realme)

Realme Neo 8 SE clearly baits iPhone 17 Pro in new leak

The mid-range Realme Neo 7 series of smartphones rocked MediaTek's Dimensity processors across the whole of its large-battery range in 2025. Their successors might make a significant switch away from that silicon next year, as sug...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Aug 2025 16:10
A high-brightness Realme display. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Realme GT 8 Pro switches to LTPS display in new leak

Realme asserts that its current flagship Android smartphone has the most advanced LTPO display on the market. Its successor is now tipped to switch to an LTPS display instead. The change might also apply to the GT 8 Pro's mid-rang...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Aug 2025 19:42
The Find X8 Ultra. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Oppo Find X9 Ultra battery size and model number possibly confirmed in new leak

Oppo already makes devices with some of the fastest wired and wireless charging on the premium Android smartphone market. Now, the company reportedly intends to combine those specs with a significantly upgraded battery in the upco...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Aug 2025 19:05
The Magic7 RSR. (Image source: Honor)

Honor "Magic8 Ultra" tipped to launch with iPhone-beating display and build quality

Honor's next top-end smartphone is thought to have one of the most advanced camera systems on the market. Now, the so-called Magic8 Ultra might be made of premium materials - even more so than its iPhone counterparts, according to...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Aug 2025 18:31
The iQOO Z10 Turbo+ boasts a massive 8,000 mAh battery with 90 W wired charging support (Image source: iQOO)

iQOO Z10 Turbo+ launches with Dimensity 9400+ chipset and a massive 8,000 mAh battery

iQOO has officially unveiled a new Z10 Turbo+ flagship smartphone with a MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ chipset, a 144 Hz AMOLED display, a 50 MP OIS-enabled primary camera, and a massive 8,000 mAh battery with 90 W wired charging. Alth...
Abhinav Fating, 07 Aug 2025 20:09
The Find X3 Pro. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo tipped to revive legacy flagship smartphone design in Find X9 series

The Find X9 and X9 Pro are predicted to be the first flagship Oppo smartphones to launch with a new camera hump for the first time in multiple generations. They might still resemble some of their predecessors, according to a new l...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Aug 2025 19:33
6 battery monster phones go head to head. (Image source: TechBar via YouTube)

OnePlus Nord CE5 is among biggest losers in ~7,000mAh smartphone battery drain test

2025 is the year of the democratized huge-battery smartphone, some examples of which are available on the global market. A YouTuber with six such devices has set out to see how long they can actually last - and which one actually ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Aug 2025 18:57
The Brilliant Collection Edition. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola launches Brilliant Collection Edition in partnership with Swarovski and Pantone

Motorola has made its new Swarovski-accented versions of the Razr 2025 and Moto Buds Loop official today (August 5, 2025). The clamshell foldable smartphone and open-ear wireless buds come in the same exclusive new Pantone color t...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Aug 2025 19:22
Some of Google's upcoming Pixel devices might not be available at launch (pictured: Google Pixel 10 render; image source: Android Headline)

Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Pixel Buds 2a and Pixel Watch 4 might not be purchasable until over a month after launch

A new leak says that not all of Google's upcoming products will be available together. The Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL will hit shelves on time, but the remaining foldable and accessories will not.
Anil Ganti, 05 Aug 2025 15:00
A leading Android smartphone display. (Image source: Realme)

Next-gen Android flagships pair new battery gains with old-school display tech in new leak

Some late 2025 or early 2026 flagship smartphones are backed to have what might be some of the world's most cutting-edge mobile displays at the time of their launch. Others might adopt technology that is often perceived as old-fas...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Aug 2025 21:11
An e-sports enthusiast with a flagship iQoo smartphone at ChinaJoy 2025. (Image source: iQoo)

iQoo tipped to launch Ultra version of its next-gen flagship smartphone in 2026

According to the latest leaks, the iQoo 15 series of next-gen flagship Android smartphones will have everything, a brand-first Ultra variant included. It might augment rumored attributes such as the industry's most premium screen,...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Aug 2025 20:17
The Vivo Y400 5G features a 50 MP primary camera (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo Y400 5G launches with AMOLED display and 6,000 mAh battery

Vivo has announced a 5G version of the recently launched Y400 smartphone in the Indian market. It’s a mid-range smartphone that comes with a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, a 32 MP selfie camera, and a 120 Hz AMOLED display. Vivo offe...
Abhinav Fating, 04 Aug 2025 18:37
The Dimensity 9500 is expected to launch sometime in Septmeber 2025 (image source: MediaTek)

Dimensity 9500 GPU tipped to arrive with significant ray tracing performance improvements

A new leak from Weibo says the Dimensity 9500's GPU will offer notable ray tracing performance gains. Some unspecified titles will run at 100+ FPS as a result.
Anil Ganti, 04 Aug 2025 11:47
A "Galaxy A17 5G" render. (Image source: Android Headlines)

Samsung Galaxy A17 5G predicted to launch as more expensive mid-range Android smartphone

The Galaxy A17 5G is projected to launch toward the bottom tier of Samsung's new Android smartphones on its launch. Despite that, it is also now believed to start for more money than its predecessor in some regions. Its 4G/LTE-onl...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Aug 2025 18:43
The Magic V Flip. (Image source: Honor)

2025's next clamshell foldable smartphone has Galaxy Z Flip7-beating specs in new leak

A new leak purports to confirm earlier claims that an upcoming Honor device will have a bigger battery than direct rivals such as the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 on its launch. The Magic ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Aug 2025 17:52
The Find X8. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo Find X9 leaks as vanilla Android flagship with substantial battery upgrade

The Oppo Find X8 had the smallest generational battery upgrade of its family of premium Android smartphones in late 2024. Its successor might be able to avoid the same fate, according to a new tip. The X9 might also boast fast wir...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Aug 2025 19:05
The Poco X7 Pro. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Poco X8 Pro tipped to launch as 2026 mid-range smartphone with 2024 flagship performance

Redmi is projected to launch an Android smartphone called the Turbo 5 in early 2026, which might debut thereafter as the Poco X8 Pro for the global market. Either version is tipped to introduce MediaTek's latest mid-tier Dimensity...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Aug 2025 18:07
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 (pictured) was still functioning after the strenous bend test - and that too twice. (Image source: JerryRigEverything on YouTube)

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 survives JerryRigEverything’s durability test, including a double bend attempt

JerryRigEverything's latest durability test puts the Samsung Z Flip 7 through scratches, burns, dirt, and a double bend test. Despite heavy flexing, the phone manages to come out on top.
Anubhav Sharma, 02 Aug 2025 17:22
One of Qualcomm's upcoming SoC could be called the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (image source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm Snapdragon SM8845 SoC could be launched as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5

A new leak from Weibo tells us about an upcoming Qualcomm SoC. Codenamed SM8845, the chip is positioned between the Snapdragon 8 Elite and Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. It may launch as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5.
Anil Ganti, 02 Aug 2025 15:49
The Galaxy Tab S11 series is due to launch later this year (pictured: various Samsung Galaxy tablets; image source: Samsung)

New leak reveals storage and colour variants for Galaxy Tab S11, Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra, and Galaxy Tab S10 Lite

A leaker has revealed how much storage Samsung's upcoming tablets will launch with. The Galaxy Tab S11 and Galaxy Tab S10 Lite start at 128 GB, while the Tab S11 Ultra starts at 256 GB.
Anil Ganti, 01 Aug 2025 01:06
The Reno14 Pro. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo Reno15 Pro tipped to launch with new 200MP camera from Samsung

Oppo is now believed to have secured a new 200MP sensor for its upcoming Find X9 Pro flagship - and for its subsequent mid-range equivalent, the Reno15 Pro. The two Android smartphones are thought to use the same huge Samsung cam...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Jul 2025 20:04
The world's first iQoo 15 teaser. (Image source: iQoo)

iQoo to kick-start next-gen flagship smartphone pre-launch campaign at August 2025 event

iQoo's next flagship Android smartphones is thought to equip a new top-end processor projected to launch in September 2025. Despite that, the brand has indicated that it intends to start teasing the 15 series imminently, starting ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Jul 2025 19:19
Samsung's next-gen non-Ultra phones will get a battery upgrade (pictured: Galaxy S25 Edge; image source: Notebookcheck)

Galaxy S26 Pro and Galaxy S26 Edge tipped to arrive with minor battery upgrades

A new report reveals the likely battery capacities of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 Edge and Galaxy S26 Pro. Both will get a much-needed upgrade over their last-gen counterparts.
Anil Ganti, 31 Jul 2025 13:29
The Ace 5 Pro. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Ace 6 Pro tipped to launch with new flagship-adjacent Snapdragon chipset

Qualcomm is thought to launch a new addition to the Snapdragon series of chipsets for smartphones that might be a hybrid of the preceding 8 Elite flagship and its upcoming successor the 8 Elite 2. A new leak hints strongly that th...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jul 2025 21:41
The Magic7 RSR. (Image source: Honor)

World-first dual 200MP smartphone camera tech might be exclusive to Honor in 2025

Honor is now thought to replace its top-end Magic7 RSR Porsche Design Android smartphone with one of a much more predictable suffix in 2025. Despite that, it might take on other rumored top-end camera monsters such as the Xiaomi 1...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jul 2025 16:24
A "Find X9 Pro" schematic. (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

Oppo Find X9 Pro packs huge battery and fast wireless charging in new leak

The Oppo Find X9 Pro might be around the same size as its X8 Pro predecessor, and pack the same extra-fast custom wireless charging tech in a second-gen IP68/69-rated chassis. That might be where the similarities between the two A...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jul 2025 20:16
The "Meizu 22" in the wild. (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

Meizu risks losing its flagship smartphone edge to next-gen devices in new report

Meizu is now definitively at the back of the pack in terms of releasing smartphones with the top-end Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. The "22" is thought to have a specific selling point when it does eventually launch - although it m...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jul 2025 18:50
The Z10 Turbo Pro. (Image source: iQoo)

iQoo crams 8,000mAh battery into familiar chassis in new smartphone leak

A new leak purports to confirm that iQoo will launch its first ever 8,000mAh battery smartphone soon. The Android device in question is apparently not to be a brand flagship - although it will look like one, according to this late...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jul 2025 18:27
Motorola Moto G86 5G review

76% The brightest star in the midrange – Motorola Moto G86 smartphone review

Sunshine boy. The Motorola Moto G86 is the current flagship of Motorola's G series in Europe. Compared to its predecessor, it's considerably more robust, boasts additional cameras, and also has a significantly upgraded screen, which is brighter than ever before.
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | ARM Mali-G615 MP2 | 6.67" | 185 g
Florian Schmitt, 28 Jul 2025 10:24
Samsung Fold Z 7 -JerryRigEverything video thumbnail (image source: @JerryRigEverything)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 durability tested by JerryRigEverything

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7 gains a slimmer case, lighter Armor Flex hinge, and Gorilla Glass upgrades, but JerryRigEverything’s testing confirms the inner display still scratches at level 2 and suffers from burn-in. The foldable wi...
Sebastian Jankowski, 27 Jul 2025 23:04
The Motorola Moto G56 comes in four color variants. Our review unit is shown in Pantone Dill green. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Verdict on the Motorola Moto G56: Lots of features for little money

"Mid-range smartphone" sounds a lot like mediocrity, neither half nor whole, or as though buyers have to make a lot of compromises. Indeed, the Motorola Moto G56 also has compromises, but the advantages clearly outweigh the disadv...
Manuel Masiero, 27 Jul 2025 21:23
The 15 Ultra. (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

Xiaomi 16 Ultra tipped to launch much earlier than expected

The Xiaomi 16 Ultra is an Android smartphone projected to launch as the last member of its 16 series, as with its Leica-branded predecessor. That might not actually be the case, as the upcoming flagship is now thought to gain a se...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Jul 2025 15:08
The Exynos 2600's GPU has posted impressive benchmark scores online (image source: Google Gemini)

Xclipse 960: Exynos 2600 GPU benchmark scores leak online

Benchmarks of the Exynos 2600's Xclipse 960 GPU have shown up online. It comes with 8 CUs and outperforms current-gen offerings by a wide margin.
Anil Ganti, 27 Jul 2025 08:02
Fairphone 6 JerryRigEverything video thumbnail (image source: @JerryRigEverything)

Fairphone 6 brings modular repairability to the USA but at a steep price compared to Europe - JerryRigEverything

The Fairphone 6, known for its modular design, eight years of security updates, and a five-year warranty, is finally available in the United States. However, the mid-range smartphone carries a near-flagship price tag of 900 dollar...
Sebastian Jankowski, 26 Jul 2025 19:36
Intel 14A might get two major clients in Apple and Nvidia (image source: Intel)

Apple and Nvidia shaping up to be potential clients for Intel's 14A node

A new report suggests Nvidia and Apple might use Intel 14A as a second source for some of their chip needs. Nvidia will use it for some 'low-end' GPUs, and Apple for its M series of laptop processors.
Anil Ganti, 26 Jul 2025 18:45
The Motorola Moto G55 in the green color variant Pantone Dill. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Motorola Moto G56 vs. Moto G55 in mid-range duel: All differences in detail

Overall, the Motorola Moto G56 is an affordable and well-equipped mid-range smartphone. Compared to its predecessor, the Moto G55, the G56 offers more in several areas and has significantly longer battery life. All differences bet...
Manuel Masiero, 26 Jul 2025 10:45
The Oukitel WP300 has one major strength: its semi-modular design. A bright light and a secondary display are included. (Image source: Oukitel)

Verdict on the Oukitel WP300: A smartphone that will fullfill the wishes of most outdoor enthusiasts

Some manufacturers are coming up with crazy ideas. For example, a smartphone with a super-bright light and integrated second display that can also be removed and then used as a headlamp or smartwatch.
Florian Schmitt, 26 Jul 2025 10:28
Nvidia's upcoming N1X laptop CPU has shown up on Geekbench again (pictured: Nvidia DGX Spark mini-PC and motherboard; image source: Nvidia)

Nvidia N1X GPU specs revealed by Geekbench listing

The Nvidia N1X's GPU has been tested on Geekbench's OpenCL benchmark. Its score is lacklustre due to it running at a slow clock speed.
Anil Ganti, 25 Jul 2025 18:43
The A5 Pro. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo A6 GT to launch as budget Android smartphone with dual 50MP cameras and big battery

The Oppo A series of entry-level Android smartphones is apparently due a shake-up with the introduction of its first ever GT variant. It might be joined by another new sibling with an even bigger screen. Neither is thought to cost...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Jul 2025 18:23
The Exynos 2600 will power Samsung's next-gen Galaxy S26 (image source: Samsung)

Exynos 2600: Galaxy S26 SoC makes lackluster Geekbench debut

Samsung's next-gen smartphone SoC, the Exynos 2600, has shown up on Geekbench. Its score isn't particularly high, but that is to be expected from a pre-production sample.
Anil Ganti, 25 Jul 2025 15:28
The Realme 15 Pro features a dual 50 MP rear camera setup (Image source: Realme)

Realme 15 Pro: Realme’s new mid-range smartphone launches with Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC and 144 Hz display

Realme has officially unveiled the next-generation Realme 15 series smartphones in the Indian market. The Realme 15 series consists of two smartphones, the Realme 15 and the Realme 15 Pro. The Pro variant features a massive 7,000 ...
Abhinav Fating, 24 Jul 2025 18:55
A GT 7-series special edition. (Image source: Realme)

Realme GT 8 and 8 Pro slated to launch with different specs in late 2025

The Realme GT 8 Pro is projected to launch as one of the world's most premium Android smartphones at the time of its launch later in 2025. The GT 8 might not, even if it is introduced at the exact same time as now predicted. It mi...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Jul 2025 17:56
The Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra will sport a slightly different design than the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra pictured here (image source: Notebookcheck)

Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra real-world image leak reveals familiar screen size and subtle camera downgrade

The Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra has been spotted on a Vietnamese certification website. It gives us a glimpse at the tablet's front and approximate screen size.
Anil Ganti, 24 Jul 2025 16:30
Motorola Moto G56

75% Affordable mid-range with solid selling points - Motorola Moto G56 smartphone review

Does a lot for a low price. The Motorola Moto G56 demonstrates how much smartphone you can get for under $275. In our review, the robust mid-range phone not only impresses with its attractive and grippy faux leather casing, but also with smooth operation, a good camera, eSIM support, and long battery life. However, we also uncovered a few weak points.
MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | IMG BXM-8-256 | 6.72" | 200 g
Manuel Masiero, 24 Jul 2025 11:50

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