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While folded, the smartphone would essentially have a front and a rear display. (Source: Weibo)

Alleged Vivo IQOO foldable phone gets leaked renders

Vivo's IQOO sub-brand is rumored to be dedicated to premium foldable devices. The leaked renders posted on Weibo show a outwards-folding device with very thin bezels. The unfolded state will get a display with a ratio close to 1:1, while the folded state will practically turn the device into a smartphone with front and rear screens.
Bogdan Solca, 15 Feb 2019 20:04
A render for the LG K40. (Source: XDA)

LG may also launch the enterprise-focused K40 at MWC 2019

The LG K40 is one 2019 device that may launch at MWC 2019. However, this exciting attribute is somewhat tempered by its direction at the budget end of the OEM's business-to-business devices. Then again, it may be supported for 3 years under Google's Android Enterprise initiative.
Deirdre O Donnell, 15 Feb 2019 18:09
One of the phones to be released on February 20 may look like this. (Source: AndroidWorld)

The Xiaomi Mi 9's launch will clash with that of the Samsung Galaxy S10

According to IceUniverse, Xiaomi has announced that the release of its next flagship, the Mi 9, will take place on February 20. However, the event at which a similarly-tiered device, the Galaxy S10, will be unveiled on the same day by Samsung. This shows what could be considered a great amount of ambition on Xiaomi's part, at best.
Deirdre O Donnell, 15 Feb 2019 17:45
MIUI 10 beta dark-themed areas (Source: FoneArena)

MIUI 10 beta comes with native dark mode

The native dark mode in the latest MIUI 10 beta covers most areas of the operating system — Phone, Contacts, Gallery, Screen recorder, Updater, Messaging — as well as the notification shade, volume slider, and the Recents menu. Xiaomi confirmed a month ago that MIUI 11 is in the works, so the stable MIUI 10 with dark mode should come out soon.
Codrut Nistor, 15 Feb 2019 12:35
Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e leaked render (Source: Evan Blass)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e renders surface online

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 835-powered Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 has been around for just six months, it seems that its successor is already in the works and could hit the market in just a few months. The leaked renders show "April 5" on this tablet's display, so this might just be the launch date of the Galaxy Tab S5e.
Codrut Nistor, 15 Feb 2019 11:05
The Energizer Power Max P18K Pop could be released in June. (Source: Energizer/Avenir)

The Energizer Power Max P18K Pop will offer a dual pop-up selfie camera and a gargantuan 18,000 mAh battery

Energizer Mobile and Avenir Telecom have officially announced the existence of the Energizer Power Max P18K Pop smartphone. The device features a dual pop-up camera and will sport a whopping 18,000 mAh battery. It also has a triple camera system on its rear, 6 GB RAM, 128 GB storage, a MediaTek Helio P70 processor, and in case one mention wasn’t sufficient, a battery with an incredible 18,000 mAh capacity.
Daniel R Deakin, 15 Feb 2019 06:46
Front and rear renders of the Sony Xperia L3. (Source: WinFuture)

Sony Xperia L3 renders and specifications leaked

Renders and specifications of the Sony Xperia L3 smartphone have been published online. Unsurprisingly, the details are underwhelming, although this is only an entry-level device from the Japanese manufacturer after all. It does seem that the latest entrant into the L range will at least exhibit a revised design language though.
Daniel R Deakin, 15 Feb 2019 04:38
The Samsung Galaxy S6. (Source: GSMArena)

Galaxy S6 receives yet another new security update from Samsung

SamMobile has reportedly spotted security updates for the Samsung Galaxy S6, which should bring its patch level up to January 2019. This is not hugely unusual, except for the fact that this phone is now nearly 4 years old. It joins a very short list of devices this age to still receive official software support from its OEM.
Deirdre O Donnell, 14 Feb 2019 19:27
Three non-Wear OS-based brands dominated the US smartwatch market in 2018. (Source: Wareable)

Is Wear OS in trouble? About 88% of smartwatches sold in 2018 ran proprietary software

A new report from the NBD Group shows that smartwatch sales in the US increased by 51% from November 2017 to November 2018. Wear OS only accounted for a maximum of 12% of all of these wearables sold. The rest of the sales were those from the top 3 in this market: Apple, Fitbit and Samsung.
Deirdre O Donnell, 14 Feb 2019 18:41
Samsung Galaxy A50, A30, and A10 specs sheet (Source: MySmartPrice News)

Specs sheet of Samsung's Galaxy A50, A30, and A10 surfaces online

According to the recently leaked specs sheet, the upcoming Galaxy A50, A30, and A10 all come with a plastic design and Exynos processors, but there are quite a few differences between them as well. Most specs confirm certain previous rumors, such as the in-display fingerprint reader of the Galaxy A50.
Codrut Nistor, 14 Feb 2019 13:01
The LG G8 will feature both an OLED panel and new display tech that converts the display into a speaker. (Source: LG)

LG G8 to get OLED display, will double as a speaker as rumored

LG has officially revealed that its next-gen G8 ThinQ will be the first G Series phone to feature an OLED panel. Not only that, but as rumored, the G8 display will also double as a speaker transferring similar technology previously seen in some TVs to the smartphone space.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 14 Feb 2019 09:41
Galaxy S8 units may already be receiving their new security update. (Source: Walmart)

Samsung Galaxy S8 series will get new security patch this month, but no major OS updates

Samsung had been rumored to be preparing a February security patch for the Galaxy S8, sparking speculation that it would also come with the official update to Android 9.0 (Pie) for the 2017 flagship. This patch is now reportedly arriving on the devices in question, but it is still based on Oreo. Therefore, fans of this phone still have another month to wait for their major OS upgrade.
Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Feb 2019 19:19
The OPPO F11 Pro will come with a 48 MP main camera and a 32 MP selfie cam. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO F11 Pro with 48 MP camera coming soon

The F11 Pro was recently confirmed in an official teaser video posted on OPPO's Twitter account. The short teaser also mentions the inclusion of a 48 MP main camera. Other rumored specs for OPPO's upcoming flagship include a Snapdragon 855 SoC coupled with 6 GB of RAM and 64 / 128 GB of storage, a 6.5-inch IPS display and a 32 MP selfie cam with pop-up design.
Bogdan Solca, 13 Feb 2019 16:03
Some of the new leaked images associated with the Mi 9. (Source: GizmoChina)

Xiaomi Mi 9 gains 3 discrete new leaks in same day

The Mi 9 is Xiaomi's most likely candidate for the OEM's next flagship. It may improve on its predecessor with triple cameras and a more up-to-date front panel. SlashLeaks has posted not 1 but 3 new pages on this subject today (February 13, 2019).
Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Feb 2019 14:42
Samsung may have used the name S10e itself for the first time today. (Source: BGR)

Leak straight from Samsung appears to put Galaxy S10 nomenclature beyond doubt

SamMobile has caught Samsung France posting a page detailing the Galaxy S10 line in full on its own website. It lists SKU names discovered in previous leaks, the novel S10e model name included. However, it made no reference to the alleged 5G version of the imminent flagship.
Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Feb 2019 14:02
Google and Apple have come under fire for hosting a certain app in the Middle East. (Source: Search Engine Land)

Apple and Google have been accused of facilitating human rights infringements in Saudi Arabia

The Apple App Store and Google Play Store host an app called Absher in Saudi Arabia. It is an official portal by which users can manage their legal travel-related obligations. However, multiple Middle East experts allege that it is also used to restrict freedom of movement for women in the country.
Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Feb 2019 13:25
What do you think this represents? (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung teases the Galaxy F in a new promotional video

Should we take Samsung so literally? The company has ramped up its "The Future Unfolds" marketing ahead of its Galaxy UNPACKED event next week with a new teaser video and more billboards that point towards the unveiling of the Galaxy F, its rumoured and much speculated about foldable smartphone.
Alex Alderson, 13 Feb 2019 13:21
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 rugged Android tablet hits India February 2019

MIL-STD 810G-certified Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 coming to India tomorrow

Released more than a year ago, the Exynos 7870-powered Galaxy Tab Active 2 is now ready to hit India. This IP68- and MIL-STD 810G-certified rugged Android slate will be launched tomorrow during a special press event. In the US, this tablet retails for US$420 (WiFi only) and US$520 (carrier unlocked LTE).
Codrut Nistor, 13 Feb 2019 12:28
Sony XA3 Plus/Ultra has leaked out with an incredibly tall 6.5-inch 21:9 display. (Source: WinFuture)

Even taller Sony XA3 Plus leaks out with 6.5-inch wide-screen display

We’ve already seen the leaked Sony Xperia XA3 with its tall 21:9 widescreen 5.9-inch cinema display, but if you thought that was weirdly tall and long, Sony is set to outdo even that. The Xperia XA3 Plus has now leaked out and will be even taller with a 6.5-inch ultra-widescreen display.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 13 Feb 2019 12:02
Google also pays companies like Samsung billions of dollars for default search engine status. (Source: Mashable)

Analysts estimate Google paid Apple US$9.5 billion in 2018 for default search engine status

Analysts for the financial services giant Goldman Sachs have estimated that Google paid Apple around US$9.5 billion over the calendar year 2018 to remain the default search engine on iOS-powered devices. Bankers are concerned that Apple, especially its Services division, is relying too heavily on this particular revenue source.
Daniel R Deakin, 13 Feb 2019 10:36
Image via Evan Blass (@evleaks)

Evan Blass reveals leaked renders of LG G8 ThinQ, confirming earlier renders from XDA

New renders posted by renowned leaker Evan Blass (@evleaks) on Twitter all but confirm the LG G8 ThinQ's design. These renders match those posted on the XDA Developers forum last month. Sadly, that means the G8 ThinQ will look almost identical to the G7 ThinQ. At least it still has a headphone jack.
Sam Medley, 13 Feb 2019 06:11
Nokia 3.1 Plus

81% Nokia 3.1 Plus Smartphone Review

Svelte marathon runner. The Nokia 3.1 Plus claims several days of battery life while at the same time offering a fast and svelte Android One experience on decent hardware. Find out in our review what to expect from the Nokia 3.1 Plus.
Mediatek Helio P22 MT6762 | PowerVR GE8320 | 6.00" | 180 g
Mike Wobker, 12 Feb 2019 22:35
LG Q9 One Android handset with Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 (Source: LG South Korea)

LG Q9 One unveiled in South Korea

If the "new" LG Q9 One seems to have an outdated processor, the reality might surprise you: this handset is a rebranded LG G7 One, which was unveiled at IFA 2018. The only noticeable difference is that the Q9 One comes loaded with Android 9.0 Pie out of the box (the G7 One arrived with Android 8.1 Oreo onboard).
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2019 20:55
Nokia 9 PureView at FCC (Source: MySmartPrice News)

Nokia 9 PureView lands at FCC

Previously expected to arrive in the first days of December, the Nokia 9 PureView will probably be unveiled later this month in Barcelona, at HMD Global's official press event that is scheduled to take place before the opening day of MWC 2019. Finally listed by the FCC, this handset will come in single-SIM and dual-SIM variants.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2019 19:09
UMIDIGI S3 Pro with MediaTek Helio P70 and 48 MP main camera (Source: UMIDIGI)

UMIDIGI S3 Pro hits Indiegogo at US$269 with 48 MP Sony main camera

Chinese brand UMIDIGI is back with the S3 Pro, a handset that sports a generous 6.3-inch display with waterdrop notch and a main camera setup that combines a 48 MP Sony camera with a 12 MP shooter for bokeh effects. Early Indiegogo backers can get this MediaTek Helio P70-driven phablet for just US$269 and shipments should begin next month.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2019 17:04
Huawei Mate 20 Pro Smartphone Review

87% Huawei Mate 20 Pro Smartphone Review

Strong piece - The Huawei Mate 20 Pro’s spec sheet is littered with flagship-level hardware, including the new Kirin 980 SoC, the currently fastest LTE modem in a consumer smartphone, reverse wireless charging and a fingerprint sensor underneath its display. This review will be putting all this new hardware and more through its paces to determine whether the Mate 20 Pro’s technical prowess translates into real-world performance.
Update: Wi-Fi tests with final firmware and information about the Huawei wireless charger added.
HiSilicon Kirin 980 | ARM Mali-G76 MP10 | 6.30" | 189 g
Allen Ngo, Daniel Schmidt, 12 Feb 2019 14:04
The Pixel Visual Core debuted in the Pixel 2 and was Google's first piece of custom silicon. (Source: Google)

Google chip design team bolstered by new Intel, Qualcomm hires

Google is continuing to ramp up its efforts in the custom silicon space. According to Reuters, the company has just added 16 new staff to its “gChips” team based in Bengaluru India with backgrounds working with chip makers include Intel, Qualcomm, Broadcom and Nvidia.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 12 Feb 2019 10:25
Samsung Galaxy A50 FCC listing - connectivity (Source: MySmartPrice News)

Samsung Galaxy A50 hits FCC, 15 W wired fast charging in tow

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy A50 has surfaced at the FCC, and this listing reveals that it will come with the EP-TA200 fast charger, so the handset supports 15 W wired fast charging. The Galaxy A50 apparently features a 6.22-inch display, although some previous rumors suggested that it sports a 6-inch touchscreen.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2019 10:00
Real Galaxy S10+ banner possibly to be used for the upcoming Samsung Unpacked event on February 20. (Source: Twitter/Evan Blass)

Update | Samsung Galaxy S10 series leak roundup: colors, cameras, hardware, prices

Notebookcheck has reported frequently on rumors and leaks surrounding the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S10 series. There is a considerable amount of excitement about the flagship smartphones from the South Korean manufacturer, and it is easy to forget details about the S10e, S10, and S10+ in all the press activity. This roundup should help give an idea of what to expect from each of the devices.
Daniel R Deakin, 12 Feb 2019 08:02
The Xiaomi "Flex" foldable looks amazing but seems quite wide in smartphone mode. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Expertly created renders of Xiaomi's foldable device are superb but highlight one potential issue

LetsGoDigital has published some fantastic artistic renders of Xiaomi’s upcoming foldable device, which could end up being called the Xiaomi Dual Flex, the Xiaomi MIX Flex, or something completely different. The device in the renders certainly catches the eye with its sophisticated look and somewhat slender profile. But the images also show a facet of the foldable that could end up bothering some users.
Daniel R Deakin, 12 Feb 2019 06:05
Honor View 20

88% Honor View 20 Smartphone Review

Clear view - The Honor View 20 is more than just a cheaper Huawei clone. The View 20 is the first smartphone to feature a 48 MP rear-facing camera and is one of the first with a punch-hole display. Read on to find out how the View 20 fares against its Kirin 980-powered counterparts and whether it can keep pace with other modern flagships too.
HiSilicon Kirin 980 | ARM Mali-G76 MP10 | 6.40" | 180 g
Inge Schwabe, 12 Feb 2019 00:15
Image via OnLeaks

The Pixel 3 Lite and Pixel 3 XL Lite have official model numbers, are headed to India

Google's rumored mid-range phones, the Pixel 3 Lite and Pixel 3 XL Lite, have received official model numbers, lending further validity to their impending release. Better still, sources are reporting that the devices will also launch in the India market, likely below INR 40,000.
Sam Medley, 11 Feb 2019 23:54
Huawei and ZTE are now risking complete bans in the U.S. as well as the European Union. (Source: VOA News)

Trump willing to ban Huawei and ZTE from US networks by end of February

All Chinese communications devices are primed for a complete ban in the U.S. and if Trump gets his way, this could happen before MWC in late February. One of the reasons for this hastened ban is the alleged violation of the Iran sanctions committed by Huawei chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou. The European Union is also considering a ban on Chinese phone makers.
Bogdan Solca, 11 Feb 2019 23:13
OnePlus CEO Pete Lau spoke about the Snapdragon 855 earlier this year. (Source: Qualcomm)

The 5G OnePlus phone's unveiling at MWC 2019 is reportedly confirmed

The OEM OnePlus had previously announced that it would release a 5G phone this year. Today (February 11, 2019), the company has apparently released a confirmation that this device would feature at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) this year. It will showcase the device at Qualcomm's booth during the event.
Deirdre O Donnell, 11 Feb 2019 19:59
Google Maps AR navigation in action (Source: The Wall Street Journal)

Google Maps AR navigation now available, but only for some users

A few good months after its introduction, the Augmented Reality navigation feature is finally rolling out for Google Maps users in the wild. However, this is only a test run that includes a limited number of users and there is no official date for the general rollout of this next-gen feature.
Codrut Nistor, 11 Feb 2019 17:45
Xiaomi Redmi Note 7, Xiaomi leading the Indian market with 30 percent share as of mid-February 2019

Xiaomi still leading the ever-growing Indian smartphone market

While the global smartphone market is slowing down, the volume of smartphone sales in India continues to grow and it soon might leave the US behind. According to Canalys, Xiaomi shipped 41 million handsets in 2018 — 29.9 percent of the Indian market, up from 25.7 million and 20.6 percent during the previous year.
Codrut Nistor, 11 Feb 2019 16:25
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active (pictured) will get a smaller successor without bezel ring

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active details surface online: smaller display, no bezel ring

Codenamed Pulse, Samsung Galaxy Watch Active's successor will hit the market as the Galaxy Watch Active. The upcoming smart wearable allegedly features a 1.1-inch AMOLED display with 360 x 360 pixels and has no bezel ring, so everyone will be forced to use only touch interactions — or move to a device that still has a bezel ring, of course.
Codrut Nistor, 11 Feb 2019 10:50
Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL, Google Pixel 4 to get physical and eSIM support

Google Pixel 4 could support both physical SIM and eSIM

A recent commit in the Android Open Source Project Gerrit revealed that Google is working on adding hardware support for multi-SIM capabilities. One of the comments from a Googler suggests that the upcoming Pixel 4 will be packing support for eSIM and a physical SIM with dual standby.
Codrut Nistor, 11 Feb 2019 09:45
Honor 10 Lite

84% Honor 10 Lite Smartphone Review

Two are better than one. The Honor 10 Lite looks almost exactly like the Huawei P Smart 2019. There are hardly any differences in the specifications either, and even the price is the same. We clarify in our review whether the only improvement users of the Honor 10 Lite can really expect is a better selfie camera.
HiSilicon Kirin 710 | ARM Mali-G51 MP4 | 6.21" | 162 g
Mike Wobker, 11 Feb 2019 07:27
Fortnite players can currently enjoy a Valentine's Day theme. (Source: Epic Games)

Fortnite rakes in US$500 million on iOS in less than a year

Market intelligence analyst Sensor Tower has estimated that Fortnite has amassed over US$500 million in revenue in less than a year on iOS alone. The battle royale smash hit from Epic Games has been making about US$1.53 million a day since it was released on the App Store. Android gamers have contributed another US$100 million on top of that.
Daniel R Deakin, 11 Feb 2019 06:02
 

First pictures of the Sony Xperia XA3 leak, confirm rumors so far

The first pictures of the Sony Xperia XA3 have leaked ahead of MWC 2019 via a Chinese website that has managed to grab snippets from a leaked video. The Xperia XA3 will be an upgrade to Sony's mid-range offering and will supposedly be powered by a Snapdragon 660 SoC. The main draw of the phone, however, could be its unusually tall display.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 10 Feb 2019 20:27
The LG G7's successor may also be very expensive at launch. (Source: LG)

New leak alleges the LG G8 ThinQ could cost as much as US$900

A Redditor claims to have access to a Canadian database in which the upcoming LG G8 ThinQ is shown alongside the number 1199. Assuming this figure is its price in the country, this means the phone could cost about US$900 at launch. Considering LG's typical release strategies for its mobile devices, this is more or less plausible.
Deirdre O Donnell, 10 Feb 2019 15:09
The Galaxy M30 is expected to look quite similar to the Galaxy M20 with an Infinity-V display. (Source: PriceKart)

Samsung Galaxy M30 details leak out

Samsung has caused a bit of a splash in the mid-range smartphone segment with the recent launch of the Galaxy M10 and M20 range of smartphones in India. Set for a wider rollout, the M10 and M20 will also be joined by the Galaxy M30, details of which have just leaked out.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 10 Feb 2019 04:46
The Assistant's new position in Chrome OS 72. (Source: 9to5Google)

Chrome OS 72 updates devices to Pie. revamps Assistant integration and adds PiP to websites

The latest stable version of Chrome OS (72) brings a considerable re-design for the Assistant interface on this platform. It also updates the version of Android used within it to 9.0 (Pie), which adds the ability to search for apps and use new Assistant settings. Chrome OS redirects Cast set-up to the Google Home app, and adds picture-in-picture video to webpages.
Deirdre O Donnell, 09 Feb 2019 15:12
Google could be working on creating its own wearables portfolio. (Source: New Atlas)

New job postings suggest Google might be building its own wearables

Google might be working on building its own brand of wearables. A job posting looking for a VP of Hardware Engineering for Wearables was recently announced that could mean that the Mountain View is looking to expand its hardware offerings into next generation wearables. A posting for a Wearables Design Manager is also in the offing.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 09 Feb 2019 09:42
PUBG got the Game of the Year Award from Steam (Source: Own)

PUBG receives 2018's Game of the Year Award on Steam

Thanks to the votes of The Steam Community members, PUBG is now holding the Game of the Year Award for 2018. However, CD PROJEKT RED, the Polish company behind the successful Witcher franchise, was crowned as The Best Developer. PUBG competed for this prize against Monster Hunter World, Kingdom Come: Deliverance, Hitman 2, and Assassin's Creed: Odyssey.
Codrut Nistor, 09 Feb 2019 09:39
The Essential PH-2 would get an in-display selfie cam and fingerprint sensor. (Source: CydiaPlus)

Essential PH-2 rumored to get an in-display selfie cam

We knew that Essential is still a thing, but the info on the successor of the PH-1 phone was really limited still. New schematics uncovered by Slash Gear suggest that the upcoming PH-2 will get some innovative tech similar to what Samsung is trying to implement in future devices, including in-display selfie cams with light sensors that make the display translucent and in-display fingerprint sensors.
Bogdan Solca, 08 Feb 2019 23:48
The latest version of the Opera for Android beta has introduced a VPN function. (Source: Opera)

A free VPN is baked into the latest Opera for Android beta

Opera has introduced a new beta version of its Android mobile browser with a built-in VPN. Even better, it is a free feature inclusion that doesn’t log user data that travels through Opera’s servers.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 08 Feb 2019 23:42
This phone may be intended to replace the be-notched Asus Zenfone 5 in 2019. (Source: GSMArena)

New leaks associated with the Asus Zenfone 6 Pro show triple rear cameras, but no novel front-panel features

A new set of images allegedly pertaining to the Asus Zenfone 6 (2019) Pro show a phone with triple rear cameras. However, they fail to confirm the rumored off-centre 'droplet' notch alluded to in other upcoming Zenfone leaks. In fact, with its relatively thick bezels, sensor bar and chin with fingerprint sensor, the front panel shown in this new post looks decidedly out of place in 2019.
Deirdre O Donnell, 08 Feb 2019 19:18
Samsung Galaxy J2 Core Android Go handset certified with Android Pie

Samsung Galaxy J4 (2018) with Android Pie gets certified alongside the Galaxy J2 Core

The Android Go handsets Samsung Galaxy J2 Core and Galaxy J4 have recently been certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance with Android Pie firmware onboard. However, the arrival of the update might take a while. The Galaxy S8 and Galaxy Note 8 were certified back in November with Android 9.0 onboard, but the update is not ready for them yet.
Codrut Nistor, 08 Feb 2019 10:55

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