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New video from JerryRigEverything demonstrates critical design flaws of foldable smartphones

A new video from the popular YouTube channel JerryRigEverything shows that foldables that keep their displays on the outside of their case are at severe risk for damage. Simple items like keys or extreme heat could permanently mar...

Sam Medley, 29 Jul 2019 21:49

Oppo Find X on the left, new "waterfall screen" on the right. (Source: Oppo)

Oppo shows off new edgeless "waterfall screen"

Oppo has given us our first look at what it is calling a “waterfall screen.” The new display aggressively curves around the side of the device eliminating side bezels altogether creating a dramatic waterfall effect.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 29 Jul 2019 12:39

The Galaxy Buds may now come in this new Aura shade for the Galaxy Note 10 launch. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung develops new colorway for Galaxy Note 10 line - and the Galaxy Buds

Some up-to-date renders of the Galaxy Note 10 are depicted as having an unfamiliar finish that appears as a gradient from pale purple to pale green. The latest rumors indicate that this is in fact an official color option, called ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 28 Jul 2019 22:39

The top 5 brands in terms of 2Q2019 Indian smartphone market share. (Source: Counterpoint Research)

OnePlus takes the premium-smartphone crown in the Indian market for the 2nd quarter of 2019

The latest Counterpoint Research report has found that OnePlus was able to knock Samsung off the top in the premium sector of the Indian smartphone market in 2019's 2nd quarter (2Q2019). However, Xiaomi still leads this market as ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 27 Jul 2019 17:36

The next generation of Samsung flagship cameras may have an edge over current models. (Source: AndroidPIT)

Samsung trademarks names for new smart camera features

Some new trademarking applications associated with the OEM Samsung have reportedly been filed with UK and EU authorities. They are for "Smart ISO" and "AI ISO", and apply to Class 9 equipment. This suggests a new dimension of cont...

Deirdre O Donnell, 25 Jul 2019 14:36

The new redesigned Fold is in the foreground in this image. (Source: Samsung)

Revised Samsung Galaxy Fold will officially relaunch in September for US$1,980

After keeping us waiting for 69 days after it was originally due to launch, Samsung has finally revealed that the Galaxy Fold will go on sale in September. The device will still retail for the originally advertised price of US$1,9...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 25 Jul 2019 12:37

The Galaxy S10 series scored well in our reviews earlier this year. (Image source: Samsung)

Deal | Save up to US$500 until August 3 on an unlocked Galaxy S10e, S10 or S10+ or get a second one for free

Best Buy has teamed up with AT&T, Sprint and Verizon to offer up to US$500 off an unlocked Galaxy S10e, S10 or S10+. The sale applies to all colours and storage variants, with the Galaxy S10e costing as little as US$349. Alternati...

Alex Alderson, 24 Jul 2019 23:13

The Samsung Galaxy S8. (Source: Walmart)

A Samsung Galaxy S8 reportedly helps avert a potential tragedy at sea

According to a new report, a Canadian citizen was able to call for help for himself and his island-hopping fellow tourists using his Samsung Galaxy S8, the only device that apparently survived when their boat capsized off the coas...

Deirdre O Donnell, 22 Jul 2019 20:16

Tech journalists have noticed something unusual about the Galaxy S10 5G sold by Sprint. (Source: The Verge)

The Sprint Samsung Galaxy S10 5G may be bootloader-unlockable

The Samsung Galaxy S10 5G sold by Sprint is reportedly the Exynos-powered variant of this phone, and not the Qualcomm Snapdragon variant that may be sold elsewhere in the United States. Therefore, the former may be OEM-unlockable,...

Deirdre O Donnell, 20 Jul 2019 20:41

Record numbers of iPhone users are switching to Android, study says. (Source: Apple)

iPhone loyalty drops to lowest level in years with 1-in-4 switching to Android

A new study suggests that iPhone loyalty is at an all-time low. According to BankMyCell, which tracks smartphone upgrades, iPhone users are switching in record numbers and they are largely turning to Samsung for their upgrade when...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 20 Jul 2019 11:41

Render of an unnamed smartphone with an apparent Infinity-O display. (Image source: Twitter/Ice universe)

Smartphone with 108 MP camera and 10x optical zoom apparently coming in 2020; Samsung Galaxy S11 suggested

A particularly well-known tech tipster has made the startling proclamation that there will be a smartphone on the market by next year that will not only sport a 108 MP camera but will also offer 10x optical zoom capability. Unsurp...

Daniel R Deakin, 18 Jul 2019 20:34

The new LPDDR5 chips are 1.3 times faster than the LPDDR4X modules and require 30% less power. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung starts producing 12 Gb LPDDR5 memory for premium handhelds

The LPDDR5 standard was supposed to hit the markets in 2020, but it looks like Samsung rushed the mass production schedule in order to consolidate its premium handheld offering and promote the adoption of 5G and AI tech for future...

Bogdan Solca, 18 Jul 2019 16:03

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 looks like a Microsoft Surface with its new keyboad cover attached. (Source: Android Headlines)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 press renders surface, reveals first keyboard cover with integrated trackpad

Samsung’s next flagship Android tablet the Galaxy Tab S6 has surfaced in press renders that include its all-new keyboard cover for the first time. Like Apple’s new iPad, the tablet looks set up to be able to charge its S-Pen wirel...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 18 Jul 2019 11:25

Some details of the Galaxy Note 10 have now been confirmed. (Source: Ishan Agarwal)

Galaxy Note 10 visits the FCC confirming it is smaller than the Note 9 and is fitted with a smaller battery

Samsung's eagerly anticipated Galaxy Note 10 has made its inevitable trip to the FCC to gain certification for its wireless technologies ahead of its launch. Although we didn't learn anything about its chipset or RAM configuration...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 17 Jul 2019 13:11

The OnePlus 7 Pro only costs $324 to build - Comparison with the Galaxy S10+

According to a new report, the OnePlus 7 Pro only costs US$324 to build. That figure is non-inclusive of R&D, logistics, and marketing costs, of course. The Samsung Galaxy S10+ costs US$420 to build, and here we compare the cost o...

Ricci Rox, 16 Jul 2019 15:52

The Samsung Galaxy S10+. (Source: Trusted Reviews)

June update introduces camera focusing bug to the Samsung Galaxy S10 phones

The Samsung Galaxy S10 phones have received a number of updates, with most improving on the few flaws the devices had at launch. The June OTA appears to be doing the opposite, however, as a number of users have reported a new focu...

Ricci Rox, 14 Jul 2019 12:54

Some of the top 10 cities for 5G phone sales do not have the relevant cell services yet. (Source: Counterpoint Research)

5G phone sales are on the rise in numerous US cities, even those without coverage

Counterpoint Research's latest study of the 5G market in the US has found that sales of mobile devices that can use these new bands have been detected in more than 10 cities. However, some of the areas in question still do not hav...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Jul 2019 18:51

A Redditor claims his S10 5G has gone the way of many Note 7s. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S10 5G allegedly involved in catastrophic battery failure

A Reddit post describes an incident in which a user's phone, an "S10 5G", exhibited extreme overheating. When the owner in question examined this device, it was apparently non-functional and emitted a strong smell of chemicals. Th...

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Jul 2019 14:05

Samsung Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+ (Source: UniverseIce on Twitter)

Samsung Galaxy S10 and S10+ got an update that locks users out randomly

The latest update for the Samsung Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+ locked its users out, requiring them to enter a PIN and restarting repeatedly no matter what they entered. Unfortunately, it looks like performing a Factory data reset i...

Codrut Nistor, 12 Jul 2019 13:50

Some Galaxy A80 handsets have a huge flipping problem. (Image source: @bencsin)

Some Samsung Galaxy A80 handsets have a huge flipping problem

The Galaxy A80 has just gone on sale, but there are already reports of its rotating camera getting stuck or the mechanism sound unusually noisy. A few errant devices or form over function?

Alex Alderson, 12 Jul 2019 13:27

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 phablet facing camera failure bugs in Night mode, July 2019

Camera failed: Note 9 and Galaxy S9 users face a new software bug

The "Camera failure" error is not new to Samsung as its handsets were being hit by such camera-related bugs quite often in the past. Now, the time has come for those who own the high-end Galaxy Note 9 and Galaxy S9 to bump into th...

Codrut Nistor, 11 Jul 2019 08:31

Leaked Samsung flagship Galaxy Tab S6 pictures show rear dual-cam setup

The leaked boot screen picture coming from SamMobile suggests that Samsung will be skipping the S5 denomination and go straight to S6. Additional unboxing pictures show that the Galaxy Tab S6 is the first Samsung tablet to feature...

Bogdan Solca, 10 Jul 2019 13:52

Elisa now offers the 5G Axon 10 Pro in Finland. (Source: ZTE)

ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G now available in Finland

The Finnish carrier Elisa now offers the 5G version of ZTE's 2019 flagship smartphone. It joins the OnePlus 7 Pro 5G as options that can use the new bands on this network. The Axon 10 Pro 5G costs €899 (US$1009) outright through t...

Deirdre O Donnell, 05 Jul 2019 19:54

False advertising? Samsung in hot water for allegedly "deceptive" marketing in Australia. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung sued by Australian consumer watchdog over water resistance claims

Samsung is being sued in Australia by its consumer watchdog for allegedly making misleading claims about the water resistance of its Galaxy smartphones in its marketing. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) cl...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 05 Jul 2019 13:04

Samsung Galaxy S11 unofficial concept render (Source: Juno on Twitter)

Samsung Galaxy S11 concept surfaces online, quad main camera in tow

Although nothing more than an unofficial render that looks more like a sketch, the image that surfaced on Twitter claiming to show what the next-gen Galaxy S flagship looks like reveals two key features: a quad-camera assembly on ...

Codrut Nistor, 03 Jul 2019 08:01

Samsung has ramped up silicon production with Synopsys' help. (Source: Samsung)

Synopsys contributes to accelerated 7nm production at Samsung

Synopsys has announced the successful implementation of its Yield Explorer platform at Samsung's fabricators. This reportedly results in a ramping-up of production in terms of 7 (as well as 10 and 8) nanometer (nm) architectures f...

Deirdre O Donnell, 02 Jul 2019 22:58

The Galaxy Note 10 media teaser highlights two of its key features. (Source: Samsung)

Galaxy Note 10 Unpacked teaser focuses on tiny in-display camera

Samsung has sent official invites out to the media for its Galaxy Unpacked event on August 7 where it will officially reveal the Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10+. The invitation features a teaser highlighting the size of the tip...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 02 Jul 2019 14:13

A Galaxy S10 in a very sorry state. (Image source: Weibo)

Samsung Galaxy S10 catches fire while charging

The story of a Samsung Galaxy S10 self-destructing has been circulating on Chinese social media platform Weibo. The device apparently caught fire while charging just over a day after it was purchased. An accompanying video shows t...

Alex Alderson, 02 Jul 2019 13:20

Samsung Galaxy S10 range dedicated night mode update with major camera improvements finally hits the US

A month ago or so, Samsung sent out the dedicated night mode update to the Exynos Galaxy S10 models. That update has finally hit the US, too, and it brings camera improvements across the board that will allow the device compete ag...

Ricci Rox, 02 Jul 2019 11:43

Samsung CEO admits the Galaxy Fold's launch was "embarrassing"

In an interview with a small group of media outlet, Samsung CEO D.J. Koh stated that the Galaxy Fold's flubbed launch was "embarrassing." However, Koh still sees foldable devices as the next logical step in the evolution of person...

Sam Medley, 01 Jul 2019 23:23

The Samsung Galaxy A50 has a potentially exciting new update. (Source: Samsung)

The Samsung Galaxy A50's latest update includes new Night Mode and Super Slow-Motion camera settings

The latest software update for the Samsung Galaxy A50 offers an upgraded security patch level and Knox Guard improvements. However, some users have reported that a reset of the phone's camera settings confers new shooting modes. T...

Deirdre O Donnell, 30 Jun 2019 16:12

Outward-folding concept that could resemble Samsung's new foldable launching this fall. (Source: Gizmodo)

Samsung may launch an outward-foldable phone this September, before Huawei's Mate X release

Samsung still has not announced an exact date for the Galaxy Fold re-launch, yet the Korean giant is rumored to launch a new outward-folding model this fall, right before the release of Huawei's Mate X. Moreover, Samsung has more ...

Bogdan Solca, 27 Jun 2019 17:03

Could the 2nd-gen Galaxy Fold look like this? (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Next-gen Galaxy Folds could have punch-hole cameras

Samsung has allegedly filed a patent for a foldable device that looks quite different from the Galaxy Fold as previewed earlier this year. It describes a device with one extensive display that behaves more like the Huawei Mate X. ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 25 Jun 2019 19:36

The Galaxy S10+ Prism Silver is only available in a handful of markets. (Source: 9to5Google)

The Samsung Galaxy S10+ Prism Silver edition is headed to a new market

According to a new report, Samsung will release the Galaxy S10+ in its Prism Silver color option to the Indian market soon. Furthermore, the Galaxy M30s will also become available for sale in this country. This new phone is a new,...

Deirdre O Donnell, 24 Jun 2019 17:12

The smaller 6.3-inch Galaxy Note 10 could ship without microSD card support. (Source: Phonearena)

The latest Galaxy Note 10 rumor could be a deal breaker

In a rumor that could be a deal killer for potential Galaxy Note 10 customers, it looks like Samsung will be removing a key feature from at least one of the two purported variants. If the source is correct, the smaller of the two ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Jun 2019 06:53

The original Samsung Galaxy R was succeeded by the Galaxy R Style. (Image source: Android Community)

Wave goodbye to the Samsung Galaxy A90 and say hello to the Samsung Galaxy R series

It seems possible that Samsung will resurrect the Galaxy R brand-name to include what many believed was going to be the Samsung Galaxy A90. According to a well-known industry leaker, the Samsung model SM-A90X will likely be part o...

Daniel R Deakin, 21 Jun 2019 22:51

The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Pro. (Source: OnLeaks/PriceBaba)

Galaxy Note 10 locked in for August 7 Unpacked event in New York

Samsung has locked in August 7 to officially debut its much leaked, discussed and eagerly anticipated Galaxy Note 10. The sequel to the highly-regarded Galaxy Note 9 will launch almost exactly 12 months apart at the same New York ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 19 Jun 2019 11:53

Originally scheduled to ship this month the Mate X won't appear till at least September. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei pushes back foldable Mate X launch as its product plans for 2019 get shredded

Huawei has announced that it is pushing back the launch of its vaunted foldable Mate X smartphone. Where it looked like it might beat the Samsung Galaxy Fold to market, its launch has been pushed back until at least September.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 14 Jun 2019 13:47

The Samsung Galaxy S10+ for US$799 is excellent value for money. (Source: Trusted Reviews)

The Samsung Galaxy S10e, S10, and S10+ are suddenly US$200 cheaper

The Samsung Galaxy S10 phones are without a doubt the best flagships on the market right now. The three devices ship with top of the line hardware and Samsung's new One UI ensures that things are great on the software side, too. P...

Ricci Rox, 13 Jun 2019 15:49

The Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus. (Source: Android Central)

Tantalizing update brings dedicated night mode to the Samsung Galaxy S9 range

The Samsung Galaxy S10 phones debuted with Samsung's new night mode feature, Bright Night. That feature is now making its way to the Galaxy S9 phones and it apparently performs just as well as the newer S10 phones.

Ricci Rox, 13 Jun 2019 15:47

There are over 1 million 5G users in South Korea now. (Source: Nikkei Asian Review)

5G networks gain over 1 million users in South Korea

South Korean telecommunications bodies have confirmed that the number of people who use 5G in the country has grown to over 1 million. This figure is based on the volume of relevant phone plans sold by the carriers that have deplo...

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Jun 2019 16:02

The Galaxy S10+ Park Hang Seo Limited Edition is a Vietnam-only exclusive. (Source: Samsungvn)

Stunning Prism Silver Galaxy S10+ Park Hang Seo Limited Edition is a Vietnam-only exclusive

Samsung has unveiled a special limited edition variant of the Galaxy S10+ that is only available in Vietnam. The model features a stunning new Prism Silver color and also comes in special packaging dedicated to Vietnamese former s...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 09 Jun 2019 05:23

Even though research on the 6G standard is already being conducted, do not expect to see 6G-ready handhelds and working networks sooner than 2025. (Source: PocketNow)

Samsung already researching a future 6G standard

5G is not exactly fully operational, but this does not stop Samsung to prepare for the next generation of cellular networks. In order to start the research for a 6G standard blueprint, Samsung expanded its former 5G research team,...

Bogdan Solca, 05 Jun 2019 20:22

The "rugged S9 Active" seen at MWC 2019. (Source: YouTube)

Apparently doomed Samsung Galaxy S9 Active may re-emerge as new mid-range toughphone

Once, rumors of a phone with the same internals as a 2018 Samsung flagship phone, but with a much different, ruggedized chassis, did the rounds. However, the OEM also eventually took it off the cards as a product. Now, a device wi...

Deirdre O Donnell, 03 Jun 2019 23:13

Avengers Assemble: AMD and Samsung unite to bring Radeon graphics to Exynos chipsets

AMD has agreed to license its Radeon graphics technology with Samsung in a multi-year partnership. The deal brings the American company back into the mobile GPU market for the first time in over ten years. It also spells the end t...

Alex Alderson, 03 Jun 2019 18:14

Samsung is planning something big for the Galaxy S11

Samsung has been steadily refining the 12 MP camera sensor that it first introduced with the release of the Galaxy S7 in 2016. Now, renowned tipster Ice Universe has claimed that is set to change with a larger sensor being on the ...

Alex Alderson, 29 May 2019 12:31

The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 could feature two camera modules on the rear. (Image source: PhoneArena)

New Galaxy Note 10 concept render gives life to the rear camera setup; Samsung possibly targeting 90%+ screen-to-body ratio

The latest concept render of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 has been published to show how the rear-facing main camera setup might look like based on a new leak. It seems Samsung could be targeting incredibly high screen-to-body ratio...

Daniel R Deakin, 29 May 2019 08:40

The Asus Zenfone 6 uses a rotating camera setup. (Source: DxOMark)

DxOMark | The Asus Zenfone 6 shows that hardware is increasingly counting for less

The all-new Asus Zenfone 6 recently made its over to DxOMark and was judged to be the best selfie camera phone in the world. That sounds great on paper, and without any context, but we find ourselves very unimpressed.

Ricci Rox, 28 May 2019 13:16

New concept design of the alleged Samsung Galaxy Note 10 main camera setup. (Image source: Twitter/9TechEleven)

Controversial main camera setup design has cast a cloud over the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 but there is a silver lining

A new leak about the Samsung Galaxy Note 10’s rear-facing main camera array has some comparing the design with both the Huawei P30 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S9+. Surprisingly, the supposed camera alignment for the upcoming Note 1...

Daniel R Deakin, 28 May 2019 11:37