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The Vivo iQOO Neo will launch on July 2, 2019. (Source: Vivo)

iQOO Neo to launch in July 2019, comes with 22.5W Flash Charge for a 4500mAh battery

iQOO is a new brand from the OEM Vivo that has already released a flagship smartphone for this year. Now, it is to be joined by the Neo, a more mid-range device with a 2018 premium SoC. The company has also reportedly confirmed that it will have a 4500mAh battery, to be kept going with 22.5-watt (W) Flash Charge technology.

Deirdre O Donnell, 27 Jun 2019 17:16

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 foldable devices scheduled throughout 2020, including a clamshell phone that folds vertically.

Bogdan Solca, 27 Jun 2019 17:03

Update | Honor says some of its phones will get Android Q after all

Honor's UK division has released a statement reassuring users that its "most popular current devices" will be upgraded to Android Q. This pledge applies to the Honor 20 series (including its Lite and Pro versions). The brand also confirmed rumors that it will release a 5G phone by the end of 2019.

Deirdre O Donnell, 27 Jun 2019 16:38

Xiaomi CC series teaser, Xiaomi Mi CC9e coming soon (Source: MySmartPrice)

Xiaomi Mi CC9e to launch in China with four storage variants and three color choices

With a name that stands for "Curious & Creative," the Xiaomi Mi CC9e will soon launch in China with 4/6 GB of memory and 64/128 GB of storage space. Expected to use the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 processor, this handset will allegedly feature a 48 MP triple camera setup on the back and will start at roughly US$230.

Codrut Nistor, 27 Jun 2019 12:21

US customers who pre-order the Xperia 1 will get Sony's WH-1000XM3 cans for free.

US Xperia 1 pre-orders go live June 18, includes WH-1000XM3 cans worth US$350 at no extra cost

Sony has announced that its eagerly anticipated Xperia 1 will go up for pre-order in the US tomorrow. As a bonus for pre-order customers, the company will also bundle its excellent WH-1000XM3 wireless noise-cancelling headphones with the phone making for a very appealing deal.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 27 Jun 2019 12:07

The Realme 1 can now run Android Pie. (Source: GSMArena)

The Realme 1 is now being updated to Pie

The Realme 1 is a sub-US$200 phone released in 2018. Despite this, the brand is now pushing an update to ColorOS 6. This ROM is based on the latest stable version of Android.

Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Jun 2019 22:48

The new setting in Google Location History. (Source: Google)

Auto-delete your Google Location History with this new setting

Google offers the option to store a timeline of places in which a user's location-enabled phone has been. The account-holder in question can also disable this ability and delete this information if they choose. The latest update to the app involved adds buttons that automates this procedure after 3 or 18 months.

Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Jun 2019 22:28

The Red Magic 3 Pro Handle. (Source: Red Magic)

Nubia releases gaming-centric accessories for the Red Magic 3

The Red Magic 3 is a 2019 gaming phone with a 90Hz refresh rate. Its maker Nubia has just released the Pro Handle, a joystick attachment, as well as a Magic Adapter, especially for this device. These new accessories add off-screen controls and a 3.5mm jack respectively.

Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Jun 2019 19:18

Qualcomm and ZTE demo 5G cloud gaming in China

Qualcomm has partnered with ZTE at MWC Shanghai to expound on 5G and what it means for the future of mobile gaming. To that end, it has demonstrated cloud gaming - which is powered by Tencent Instant Play in China - on phones with Snapdragon X50 modems. They are sold by ZTE itself, OnePlus, Vivo and Xiaomi.

Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Jun 2019 17:05

Nokia 1 units are now receiving an Android Pie update notification. (Source: Twitter)

Pie for all: Nokia 1 gets update to Android 9.0

HMD Global has delivered on its pledge to upgrade its entire range of Android phones to the current latest stable software version. This also now encompasses the Nokia 1, its "most affordable smartphone". Its new Pie-based ROM also comes with a June 2019 security patch.

Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Jun 2019 16:28

The Find X 2 could integrate two in-display selfie cams. (Source: GizmoChina)

Find X 2 confirmed by OPPO VP, scheduled for 2020 release

OPPO VP Shen Yiren recently confirmed that there will be a Find X 2, but it will only be launched in 2020. The company is looking to add more innovative technologies to the upcoming flagship, so we can expect a dual-in-display selfie cam setup, plus quad or pent-cam setups with 10X optical zoom on the back, and maybe even wireless charging.

Bogdan Solca, 26 Jun 2019 14:22

The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 5G could launch later based on availability of 5G networks. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

New Samsung Galaxy Note 10 5G renders point to a stunning flagship smartphone

Renders of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 10 5G have surfaced online indicating a design similar to the Galaxy Note 10 Pro. The Note 10 5G could have slightly higher battery than the regular Note 10 Pro and might also launch later depending on the availability of 5G networks across the world.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 26 Jun 2019 13:18

LG has launched the new W Series in India targeting the entry-level smartphone market. (Source: LG)

LG targets Samsung Galaxy M Series with W10, W30, W30 Pro affordable smartphones

LG has Samsung's Galaxy M Series of smartphones firmly in its sights with its new trio of W-series smartphones. Styled quite similarly to the Samsung range, the new LG W10, W30 and W30 Pro all come with a display notch of one sort or another and either dual or triple AI-powered cameras.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 26 Jun 2019 13:12

The Qualcomm Secure Processing Unit is part of the SD 855. (Source: Qualcomm)

The Snapdragon 855 is the first mobile processor certified to be as secure as a smart card

Qualcomm has announced that its latest flagship SoC, the Snapdragon 855, is the first CPU for mobile devices to attain the Smart Card Equivalent Security Certification. This means the processor can handle applications normally confined to the realm of dedicated security chips. It does this through its integrated Secure Processing Unit.

Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Jun 2019 03:00

A shot allegedly taken with a Realme quad camera. (Source: Twitter)

Realme teases the next-gen Samsung GW1 64MP sensor in a new quad-camera phone

The OPPO sub-brand Realme has posted a new teaser to its official Weibo channel. It purports to show an upcoming phone with a total of 4 rear cameras. The most prominent of these is the Samsung GW1, a revolutionary 64MP ISOCELL sensor.

Deirdre O Donnell, 25 Jun 2019 22:27

OnePlus is entering the TV market, but in which category? (Source: Twitter)

The OnePlus TV may not be OLED

Last year, OnePlus announced that it was to release its first ever TV. However, not much has been heard about this product since then. Now, a renowned leaker claims that it is "not very far away", but that it is likely to have an LCD panel when it arrives.

Deirdre O Donnell, 25 Jun 2019 21:35

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. The document also specifies a punch-hole camera for this flexible phone.

Deirdre O Donnell, 25 Jun 2019 19:36

If you like the OnePlus 7 Pro's 90 Hz display, you can now get something similar from the Xiaomi Mi 9

The OnePlus 7 Pro stands out in the crowd for its display—a groundbreaking 90 Hz, QHD+ AMOLED panel. A new mod for the Xiaomi Mi 9 has surfaced that brings the Xiaomi flagship's display into close territory, though.

Ricci Rox, 25 Jun 2019 17:10

HiSilicon Kirin 810 is faster than the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730, reveals AnTuTu

AnTuTu news: Huawei's Kirin 810 beats the Snapdragon 730 as expected

Only a few days after Huawei unveiled the 7 nm HiSilicon Kirin 810 mobile processor, the upcoming Nova 5 handset surfaced on AnTuTu with this new piece of silicon inside. Its score of no less than 237,437 places it well in front of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730, which usually tops around 210,000.

Codrut Nistor, 25 Jun 2019 16:53

Where is the EMUI 9.1 love for Honor, Huawei? (Image source: TuttoAndroid)

Huawei announces EMUI 9.1 roadmap for the end of Q2 and Q3; Honor devices are nowhere to be seen

Good news Huawei fans: The company has announced its EMUI 9.1 roadmap for the end of Q2 and most of Q3. An array of Huawei devices will receive EMUI 9.1 in the next two months. There are a couple of notable absentees though, while Honor owners may feel hung out to dry.

Alex Alderson, 25 Jun 2019 15:55

The Google Pixel 4 will be the first Pixel to support the DCI-P3 color space for photos. (Source: Google)

New code points to Pixel 4 supporting wide color gamut photos

Code spotted by a developer in Google Camera app shows that Google is working to bring wide color gamut image capture to the Pixel 4. Although Google is considered to hold a lead over the iPhone in still image capture, the iPhone can capture images with a wider color gamut - Google is looking to nullify that edge.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 25 Jun 2019 14:21

Harry Potter: Wizards Unite now live (almost) globally

Announced in early November 2017 and released as a Beta back in April/May (New Zealand/Australia), Harry Potter: Wizards Unite finally became available for the general public — on both Android and iOS — on June 21. However, this mobile location-based augmented reality title is still reaching new markets as we speak.

Codrut Nistor, 25 Jun 2019 12:32

The SM-T545 may be an updated version of a tablet like this. (Source: Harvey Norman)

Probable new Samsung Galaxy Tab shows up on Geekbench

A device with the model number SM-T545 has posted results on the Geekbench 4 website. Its designation suggests that it is a new Samsung tablet, possibly a Galaxy Tab A or Active. With 4GB of RAM and the Snapdragon 710 SoC, it is also distinctly mid-range.

Deirdre O Donnell, 24 Jun 2019 20:07

The Mi Max 3 may not get a successor this year. (Source: The Economic Times)

No Mi Max 4 this year: Xiaomi CEO

The Xiaomi Mi Max 4, as well as a possible Pro variant for this phone, had been rumored for release. However, Lei Jun, the OEM's chief executive officer (CEO) has contradicted this on Weibo. It now seems that any devices of this line, in addition to the Mi Notes, have been axed, for 2019 at least.

Deirdre O Donnell, 24 Jun 2019 19:35

The Lenovo Z6 will run on the new Snapdragon 730 processor. (Source: Weibo)

Lenovo VP confirms Snapdragon 730 for the Z6

A recent teaser for the upcoming Lenovo Z6 smartphone suggested that it would have Sony AI cameras, a high-capacity battery and a "next-generation" processor. Subsequently, the OEM's vice president got on his Weibo and released more concrete details on the new device. It seems this phone will indeed be getting the Snapdragon 730 SoC.

Deirdre O Donnell, 24 Jun 2019 17:56

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, improved version of the existing M30.

Deirdre O Donnell, 24 Jun 2019 17:12

Could this be what Microsoft's foldable Surface looks like? (Phone Arena)

Foldable MS Surface with 9-inch display, Android app support, Intel Lakefield 10nm SoC coming 2020

We’ve known for a number of years that Microsoft has been experimenting with dual-screen devices. The first was the Courier concept, then there was the Andromeda project (aka Surface Phone) which is said was put on hold. Those dreams, however, look like they might coming fruition in the form of a foldable Surface device that can also incorporates a cellular connection.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Jun 2019 12:01

VLC is a popular open source and cross-platform media player with over 3 billion downloads since 2005.

PSA: Update your copy of VLC to avoid allowing hackers full control of your computer when opening video files

Popular video and media player VideoLan Client (VLC) has been found by security researchers to have two serious vulnerabilities, allowing malicious .avi and .mkv files to execute any code with full user privileges. Version 3.0.7 or newer addresses this vulnerability, so check to make sure your version is up-to-date.

Douglas Black, 24 Jun 2019 10:39

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 purported Galaxy Note 10 models will forgo microSD card support leaving that feature for the larger Note 10 Pro only.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Jun 2019 06:53

One of Xiaomi's new CC phones teased in Weibo video

Xiaomi is seemedly already building hype for its new brand, CC, and its upcoming devices. One of them is apparently featured in a new video released onto Chinese social media by the company. This clip does not offer many actual details about the phone, however.

Deirdre O Donnell, 23 Jun 2019 19:25

The Samsung Galaxy A10 appears to be getting an upgraded variant. (Source: DirectD)

A new version of the Samsung Galaxy A10 with a fingerprint scanner and bigger battery may be in the works

A phone with the model number SM-A107F has allegedly gone through certification at the US' FCC. As this number is close to that of the Samsung Galaxy A10, it appears that the device in question is a new variant of the same. Unlike the supposed original, the SM-A107F appears to have a fingerprint reader, as well as a 3900mAh battery.

Deirdre O Donnell, 23 Jun 2019 17:07

The Moto Z4 may not get Android R. (Source: Digital Trends)

Looking forward to Android R on the Moto Z4? Don't count on it

A popular tech blog claims to have gotten the word from Motorola that its latest major release, the Moto Z4, may only get 1 full Android version update during its life cycle. Therefore, the new phone will see Q, but could miss out on R. On the other hand, the OEM also pledges to support the device with 2 years' worth of security updates.

Deirdre O Donnell, 22 Jun 2019 18:13

The Indian government may be able to store and track all IMEIs in the country soon. (Source: PhoneArena)

India is building a national IMEI database to combat phone theft

The Indian Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MEIT) is reportedly setting up a Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR). It is to be composed of the IMEIs of all mobile devices in the country. This initiative has been planned in order to help prevent the theft of these items in the country.

Deirdre O Donnell, 22 Jun 2019 17:24

Huawei has allegedly cut its orders from Foxconn. (Source: Reuters)

Update | Various different businesses allegedly feel the pinch of Huawei's ban from working with US corporations

Huawei has refuted reports that the volume of its orders for new smartphone units from the manufacturer Foxconn have been downsized. This allegation is linked to the OEM's recent ban from working with US companies. On that note, it has also been claimed that one of these businesses, FedEx, refused to complete a shipment because it contained Huawei hardware.

Deirdre O Donnell, 22 Jun 2019 14:25

The Samsung Galaxy M30. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung may have a new, more powerful variant of the Galaxy M30 in the works

The Galaxy M30 is one of Samsung's newest mid-range devices. However, it appears that the OEM is already planning to refresh this phone with a different, faster CPU. On the other hand, this possibility has only been indicated through new Geekbench scores thus far.

Deirdre O Donnell, 22 Jun 2019 13:31

The Kirin 810 is a powerful mid-range chip that outperforms the Snapdragon 730. (Source: HiSilicon)

Huawei's HiSilicon 810 is the first mid-range 7nm SoC, outperforms the Snapdragon 730

Huawei has unveiled what could be one of the final few ARM-based chips that the company manufactures. The new HiSilicon Kirin 810 is a solid mid-range chip that also happens to be the first made on a 7nm node.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 22 Jun 2019 11:20

There will be no sequel to the Pixel Slate and iPadOS probably put the final nail in its coffin. (Source: Google)

Opinion: Did iPadOS kill the Pixel Slate?

Tech fans were disappointed to learn that Google has officially killed off any plans for a successor to the Pixel Slate. While there had been suspicions the decision was made some time ago, it looks like the arrival of iPadOS might have been the final nail in the Pixel Slate's coffin.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 22 Jun 2019 10:14

Honor announces global availability and prices for the Honor 20 and the U.S. is not included

Honor reveals global availability and prices for the Honor 20 and the U.S. is not included

Early adopters will get a free Honor Watch, Bluetooth speaker, backpack, or Flypods wireless earbuds with every purchase of an Honor 20 depending on region. Users in North America will have to resort to imports since Honor is a subsidiary of Huawei.

Allen Ngo, 22 Jun 2019 05:58

Samsung charger with fast charging capabilities

45 W charging might debut with the Galaxy A90

Although 45 W fast charging is expected to make its debut with the Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10 Pro, the upcoming Galaxy A90 might become the first Samsung handset to feature this technology. For now, Samsung is stuck at 25 W when it comes to fast charging and some reports claim that the Note 10 lineup will not move forward.

Codrut Nistor, 21 Jun 2019 23:21

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 cases by Olixar (Source: Android Community)

Olixar cases for Samsung Galaxy Note 10 show up online

Although the next-gen Galaxy Note phablet is expected to be revealed in early August, Mobile Fun has just done it again and unveiled a bunch of Olixar cases for this upcoming device. These products reveal that Note 10 will also have a Pro version and both feature a middle-mounted selfie shooter and Sound on Display.

Codrut Nistor, 21 Jun 2019 21:22

Fresh leaks suggest that this is the Mi CC9. (Source: GSMArena)

Meet Xiaomi's new, youth-oriented brand: CC

Xiaomi's CEO, Lei Jun, recently took to Weibo to introduce the OEM's latest split-off, CC. It is apparently informed by the "Chic & Cool 90 team", or designers that were born in the 90s, came from the main company's recent acquisition Meitu or both. Its first release will be for the Mi CC9 and CC9e, which may be released soon.

Deirdre O Donnell, 21 Jun 2019 19:38

An up-to-date render for the Samsung Galaxy Note 10. (Source: Business Today)

TOF camera now projected for Samsung Galaxy Note 10

Samsung has just allegedly trademarked a product called "Make & Play 3D", which apparently involves a time-of-flight (TOF) module that brings depth-sensing to devices such as smartphones. This suggests that upcoming releases from this OEM may have such a next-gen module. The Galaxy Note 10 may be as good a candidate as any for this upgrade.

Deirdre O Donnell, 21 Jun 2019 18:57

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iQOO Neo to launch in July 2019, comes with 22.5W Flash Charge for a 4500mAh battery

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

Update | Honor says some of its phones will get Android Q after all

84% ZTE Blade V10 Smartphone Review: Chinese smartphone offers great selfie camera

Xiaomi Mi CC9e to launch in China with four storage variants and three color choices

US Xperia 1 pre-orders go live June 18, includes WH-1000XM3 cans worth US$350 at no extra cost

The Realme 1 is now being updated to Pie

Auto-delete your Google Location History with this new setting

Nubia releases gaming-centric accessories for the Red Magic 3

79% Nokia 3.2 Smartphone Review: An Android One smartphone without Android One

Qualcomm and ZTE demo 5G cloud gaming in China

Pie for all: Nokia 1 gets update to Android 9.0

Find X 2 confirmed by OPPO VP, scheduled for 2020 release

New Samsung Galaxy Note 10 5G renders point to a stunning flagship smartphone

LG targets Samsung Galaxy M Series with W10, W30, W30 Pro affordable smartphones

The Snapdragon 855 is the first mobile processor certified to be as secure as a smart card

Realme teases the next-gen Samsung GW1 64MP sensor in a new quad-camera phone

The OnePlus TV may not be OLED

81% Nokia 4.2 Review: An affordable smartphone with a Google Assistant button

Next-gen Galaxy Folds could have punch-hole cameras

If you like the OnePlus 7 Pro's 90 Hz display, you can now get something similar from the Xiaomi Mi 9

AnTuTu news: Huawei's Kirin 810 beats the Snapdragon 730 as expected

Huawei announces EMUI 9.1 roadmap for the end of Q2 and Q3; Honor devices are nowhere to be seen

New code points to Pixel 4 supporting wide color gamut photos

Harry Potter: Wizards Unite now live (almost) globally

All current OnePlus smartphones compared: OnePlus 7 Pro vs. OnePlus 7 vs. OnePlus 6T

Probable new Samsung Galaxy Tab shows up on Geekbench

82% LG K40 Smartphone Review: A cheery and affordable handset

No Mi Max 4 this year: Xiaomi CEO

Lenovo VP confirms Snapdragon 730 for the Z6

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

Foldable MS Surface with 9-inch display, Android app support, Intel Lakefield 10nm SoC coming 2020

PSA: Update your copy of VLC to avoid allowing hackers full control of your computer when opening video files

The latest Galaxy Note 10 rumor could be a deal breaker

One of Xiaomi's new CC phones teased in Weibo video

A new version of the Samsung Galaxy A10 with a fingerprint scanner and bigger battery may be in the works

Looking forward to Android R on the Moto Z4? Don't count on it

79% LG X power3 Smartphone Review – retro design and a large battery

India is building a national IMEI database to combat phone theft

Update | Various different businesses allegedly feel the pinch of Huawei's ban from working with US corporations

Samsung may have a new, more powerful variant of the Galaxy M30 in the works

Huawei's HiSilicon 810 is the first mid-range 7nm SoC, outperforms the Snapdragon 730

Opinion: Did iPadOS kill the Pixel Slate?

Honor reveals global availability and prices for the Honor 20 and the U.S. is not included

45 W charging might debut with the Galaxy A90

Olixar cases for Samsung Galaxy Note 10 show up online

Meet Xiaomi's new, youth-oriented brand: CC

TOF camera now projected for Samsung Galaxy Note 10

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