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The F19 Pro and Pro Plus 5G are the latest OPPO phones for the Indian market

OPPO has launched the F19 Pro and F19 Pro Plus, a new series of smartphones that seem to be exclusive to the Indian market. Accordingly, they are completely new devices rather than re-brands of some kind. They feature 6.43-inch FH...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Mar 2021 22:32

No, Xiaomi is not working on a phone with 200W fast charging support

Misleading leak purports that Xiaomi is working on a smartphone with 200W fast charging capabilities

A new Weibo leak from Digital Chat Station purports that Xiaomi is working on a smartphone that supports fast wired charging at 200W. However, a closer look at the post tells us that the 200W figure is the sum of its wired, wirele...

Anil Satyanarayana, 08 Mar 2021 20:27

The "P50 Pro screen protector". (Source: 1688)

Huawei P50 series: new leaks point to HarmonyOS out of the box and the Pro version's screen design

The P50 series is slated to be the next generation of Huawei's camera-oriented flagship smartphones. New leaks have suggested that the OEM is developing HarmonyOS 2.0 as their default ROM, which would be the first time it has ship...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Mar 2021 17:19

The Vivo X60 is coming to Malaysia. (Source: Vivo)

Vivo confirms the X60 series will go international, starting in Malaysia on March 22, 2021

Vivo has announced that it will debut the X60 premium smartphone series outside China for the first time on March 22, 2021. They will be powered by the Snapdragon 870 SoC, as opposed to the Exynos 1080 they launched with in their ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Mar 2021 15:51

The Amazfit GTS 2 mini can now use Amazon Alexa. (Image source: Amazfit)

The Amazfit GTS 2 mini gains a new feature with its latest software update

Huami has brought an exciting feature to the GTS 2 mini, albeit one that should have been available at launch. Amazfit is pushing the update as an OTA through the Zepp app.

Alex Alderson, 08 Mar 2021 00:45

The Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro has received a rather mundane update this month. (Image source: Huawei)

The Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro receives optimisations courtesy of its latest software update

The Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro has received another update, less than a month after its last one arrived. This month's update is a large one, although its size belies the features it brings to Huawei's flagship smartwatch.

Alex Alderson, 07 Mar 2021 23:59

An alleged Realme 8 Pro pops up on FCC and Geekbench

Realme has already effectively confirmed that the impending 8 Pro will launch with this brand's first 108MP main camera. Now, some new leaks may hint at what is to be found inside this device. They may include 8GB of RAM and the S...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Mar 2021 23:58

This is what a future dual-screen smartphone from Huawei could look like

Renders showcase Huawei smartphone with a Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra-like dual-screen configuration

Huawei appears to have filed a patent for a dual-screen smartphone. A Twitter user has envisioned what it could look like, with the second screen located right next to the rear camera module. The device in question could be the Hu...

Anil Satyanarayana, 07 Mar 2021 23:53

The GTR 2 comes with a free 2nd strap for a limited time. (Source: Amazfit)

Deal | Amazfit offers a free strap with every GTS 2/2e or GTR2/2e sold via its own site

Amazfit is a popular wearables brand with its own e-store that serves several regions, the US included. It is currently running a promotion that offers a free second strap with every purchase of its latest GTS 2 and GTR 2 series o...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Mar 2021 19:20

The Realme C21 is the most interesting-looking new ~US$122 phone around

Realme has launched the C21 in Malaysia with a unique rear panel that might make even those not looking for a budget phone take a second look. It houses a 5,000mAh battery that also allows the device to double as a power bank. Its...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Mar 2021 23:37

The Find X3 Pro's latest teaser. (Source: Weibo)

OPPO Find X3 Pro: a flagship with the best possible Samsung display yet cheaper than a Galaxy S21 Ultra, according to new leaks

OPPO has now confirmed that its premium Find X3 smartphone series will launch on March 11, 2021. Its flagship, the X3 Pro, is now rumored to have a display panel that combines the high-end E4 AMOLED and LTPO specs. However, it wil...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Mar 2021 13:34

The Oppo Band is on the verge of being released globally. (Image source: Oppo)

The Oppo Band will finally launch globally on March 8, providing competition to Xiaomi's Mi Band series

Oppo released its Band fitness tracker last year in China, where it is available in two styles. However, the company has finally decided to bring the affordable device to a wider audience with a global launch, which is planned for...

Alex Alderson, 05 Mar 2021 23:55

The Mijia Mi Smart Projector 2 Pro. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi releases a Global version of the Mijia Mi Smart Projector 2 Pro to Banggood

The Mijia Mi Smart Projector 2 Pro is a relatively portable FHD projector launched by Xiaomi with the potential advantage of a time-of-flight (ToF) sensor for added focus capabilities in late 2020 in China. Now, it has a Global va...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Mar 2021 23:25

The Amazfit T-Rex Pro military-grade smartwatch is waterproof to 10 ATM. (Image source: Erdi Özüağ)

Amazfit T-Rex Pro stars in unboxing video: Military-grade smartwatch with SpO2 sensor and real-time operating system for €169.90 (US$203)

The Amazfit T-Rex Pro has featured in an unboxing video that shows off all of the features of the upcoming military-grade smartwatch. The T-Rex Pro utilizes software based on real-time operating system (RTOS) and features a BioTra...

Daniel R Deakin, 05 Mar 2021 22:12

The Mi 11 Ultra should arrive later this year in at least two regional variants. (Image source: TechBuffPH)

Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra certifications point to Chinese and global models being released; only Chinese Mi 11 Pro certified so far

Xiaomi has certified the Mi 11 Pro and the Mi 11 Ultra in China with the TENAA. The two devices should be Xiaomi's flagship Mi 11 series smartphones and will be more premium versions of the Mi 11 that Xiaomi announced globally las...

Alex Alderson, 05 Mar 2021 20:08

The RedMagic 6 Pro's new charging demo. (Source: YouTube)

The new, 120W RedMagic 6 Pro is shown charging even faster than advertised

The RedMagic 6 Pro is Nubia's new mobile gaming flagship phone equipped with ultra-fast 120 watt (W) charging technology. The OEM markets this phone as capable of re-filling its 4500mAh battery to 0-50% in just 5 minutes, or all t...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Mar 2021 17:49

The smarwatch market at the end of 2020 compared to 2019. (Source: Counterpoint Research)

Apple, Huawei and Samsung retain their top rankings in the smartwatch market for 2020

The Apple Watch, Huawei Watch GT and Galaxy Watch lines helped their respective OEMs maintain their leading positions in the smartwatch space in 2020. This was a year in which the market showed relatively little growth, although i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Mar 2021 16:47

Huawei claims that HarmonyOS is a new OS, but that is not necessarily the case for the smartphone version. (Image source: Apps APK)

Huawei's dishonesty continues as it argues that people who call HarmonyOS an Android skin have no idea about software, despite admitting that its OS runs on AOSP

Huawei has come out swinging in response to criticism that the smartphone version of HarmonyOS is nothing more than a re-branded EMUI. According to reports, Huawei asserts that people do not have an 'understanding of open-source s...

Column by Alex Alderson, 05 Mar 2021 15:40

The Redmi Note 10, Redmi Note 10 Pro, and the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max get launched in India. (Image Source: Gadgets 360)

Redmi Note 10, Redmi Note 10 Pro, and Redmi Note 10 Pro Max launched in India, 108 MP camera and 120 Hz Super AMOLED available from US$260 with the Note 10 Pro Max

Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Note 10 series in India. The Note 10 series includes the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max, Redmi Note 10 Pro, and the base Redmi Note 10. The Pro Max and Pro variants feature largely similar specs including a 12...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 05 Mar 2021 14:25

The successor to the OnePlus Nord, shown here, may arrive with a MediaTek Dimensity SoC instead of a Qualcomm Snapdragon one. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Nord 2 to be released in Q2 2021 with a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 SoC instead of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 775G

According to a new rumour, OnePlus is gearing to release a successor to the popular OnePlus Nord. Dubbed the OnePlus Nord 2, the device will arrive between April and June 2021. However, the OnePlus Nord 2 will supposedly eschew Qu...

Alex Alderson, 04 Mar 2021 19:18

The Realme GT is official. (Source: Realme)

The Realme GT 5G launches with a Snapdragon 888 SoC, 120Hz display and a 3.5mm jack

Realme has launched its first flagship device of 2021. The OEM asserts that the new GT 5G has been designed and equipped to get the most out of its Snapdragon 888 platform, from its "gaming" 120Hz E4 AMOLED display to its new stai...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Mar 2021 18:37

This may be the OnePlus 9 Pro in Morning Mist. (Image source: Dave Lee)

OnePlus 9 series pre-orders to begin on March 23 with free gifts; colour variants revealed including an exclusive black option for the OnePlus 9 Pro

OnePlus plans to release the OnePlus 9 Pro in an exclusive colour, according to new reports. Supposedly called Stellar Black, the colour appears to have a textured matte finish. Meanwhile, pre-orders for the OnePlus 9 series and t...

Alex Alderson, 04 Mar 2021 17:11

The Redmi Note 10 is here. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi to introduce the Helio G95 and MediaTek Dimensity 700 for the Redmi Note 10 series in Europe as initial pricing details surface

The Redmi Note 10 series has finally been launched in India, and fans of the series in other markets now have something concrete to anticipate. According to a new leak, however, Xiaomi may make some changes with the Redmi Note 10 ...

Ricci Rox, 04 Mar 2021 15:48

The Redmi K40 series was very well-received upon its Chinese launch

The Redmi K40 series racks up over 300,000 sales within five minutes of launch in China

The Redmi K40 series seems to have been a massive hit among the Chinese audience, as it managed to sell over 300,000 units within five minutes of going on sale in China. That number includes all three Redmi K40 variants, including...

Anil Satyanarayana, 04 Mar 2021 14:35

Xiaomi will sell the Redmi K40 globally as the POCO F3. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The POCO F3 may not be the return of a true Poco smartphone that fans of the brand were hoping for

The POCO F3 will not be an original device, as the Pocophone F1 was in 2018. Instead, the FCC has inadvertently confirmed that the POCO F3 will be a re-branded Redmi K40. The POCO F3 will also feature the Snapdragon 870, which is ...

Alex Alderson, 04 Mar 2021 00:06

The Vivo S9 is the world's first Dimensity 1100-powered phone

Vivo has announced the S9 5G, alongside its more budget S9e 5G sibling. The main event here has the new, 6nm Dimensity 1100 SoC, which is now packaged in a distinctly iPhone 12-like design, complete with a notch for a dual selfie ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Mar 2021 23:21

Is the Yoga Tab design back again? (Source: Lenovo)

The Lenovo Yoga Tab 13 is on the way in 2021, according to new leaks

The Lenovo Yoga Tabs are Android slates marked by unique rolling grips at one end that may also house speakers and USB type C ports. Now, it looks like the OEM has a new member of this series in the works. The "Yoga Tab 13" has ap...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Mar 2021 22:14

The cameras in the Redmi K40 series are incredibly modular. (Image source: XYZone)

Redmi K40 and Redmi K40 Pro teardown video reveals Xiaomi's LiquidCool Technology heat dissipation solution and modular camera hardware

A teardown video of the new Redmi K40 series has revealed what to expect from Xiaomi's new flagship killers when they debut globally later this year. Both the Redmi K40 and Redmi K40 Pro appear to run hot though, even with Xiaomi'...

Alex Alderson, 03 Mar 2021 17:54

The Mi 11 Lite 5G is reputed to resemble the Mi 11 but with a flat display. (Image source: Digital Chat Station)

Leaked Google Play Console specifications point to the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G being an underwhelming upgrade from last year's Mi 10 Lite 5G

The release of the Mi 11 Lite 5G is fast approaching, as the device has just appeared on the Google Play Console. The listing reveals several details about the upcoming low-cost alternative to the Mi 11, including Xiaomi's use of ...

Alex Alderson, 03 Mar 2021 17:41

The new 18 Pro smartphone. (Source: Meizu)

The Meizu 18 Pro is the world's latest Snapdragon 888-, 50MP- and UFS 3.1-enhanced phone

Meizu has got the jump on the premium Android smartphone launch season with its new 18 and 18 Pro flagships. The OEM has revealed that the series offers specs such as 120Hz curved displays, 50MP main cameras and internal storage w...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Mar 2021 14:12

The Redmi Note 10 series will be launched tomorrow. (Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 10 Pro Max to get same 120 Hz AMOLED as the Galaxy S21 Ultra; Snapdragon 732G; and 108 MP camera

Xiaomi will launch the Redmi Note 10 series tomorrow in India, and specs of the top-of-the-line Redmi Note 10 Pro Max have now leaked ahead of launch. Notable takeaways include a flagship-grade 120 Hz AMOLED, a Snapdragon chipset,...

Ricci Rox, 03 Mar 2021 10:14

The Redmi Display 27 offers support for refresh rates up to 75 Hz. (Image source: JD.com)

New Redmi monitor offers slender 27-inch IPS Full HD display and 75 Hz refresh rate for pre-sale price of 899 yuan (US$139)

Xiaomi has launched a new Redmi monitor to join the already existing Redmi Display 1A. The latest addition has a larger screen size at 27 inches and offers a 1920x1080 resolution, fast gray-to gray response time, and up to a 75 Hz...

Daniel R Deakin, 02 Mar 2021 20:52

The Redmi K40 Pro should reach multiple markets as the POCO F3 Pro. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Redmi K40 Pro is billed to launch as the POCO F3 Pro internationally as launch markets of the POCO X3 Pro, POCO F3 and two versions of the Mi 11 Lite revealed

Xiaomi plans to release two versions of the Mi 11 Lite, the POCO F3, POCO F3 Pro and the POCO X3 Pro in multiple markets, according to a new report. Apparently, Xiaomi will sell the Redmi K40 Pro as the POCO F3 Pro, like the POCO ...

Alex Alderson, 02 Mar 2021 20:23

The Redmi K40 Pro took third place and is priced from 2,799 yuan (US$433). (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi K40 and Redmi K40 Pro joined by Vivo X60 Pro+ in full assault on AnTuTu's latest flagship smartphone chart but the iQOO 7 remains in charge

AnTuTu has published its Android flagship smartphone performance chart for February and the iQOO 7 has managed to stay in the number one position. Smartphones with the Snapdragon 888 SoC, such as the Redmi K40 Pro and Vivo X60 Pro...

Daniel R Deakin, 02 Mar 2021 17:22

Vertu Ayxta Fold 5G luxury foldable (Source: JD.com)

Qualcomm Snapdragon 865-powered Vertu Ayxta Fold 5G available in China for over US$7,000

The new luxury foldable that carries the Vertu banner, namely the Ayxta Fold 5G, is actually a Royole FlexPai 2 with a back cover dressed in leather and with a few other minor visual touches. Hardware-wise, there is nothing mindbl...

Codrut Nistor, 02 Mar 2021 17:20

Xiaomi's first foldable smartphone could look a lot like 2019's Mi Mix Alpha. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Industry insider reveals details about the Mi Mix 4 Pro Max, Xiaomi's first foldable smartphone

A well-known industry insider has offered his view on the name of Xiaomi's upcoming foldable smartphone. Apparently, the device will herald the Mi Mix series' return, which Xiaomi has left dormant since the Mi Mix Alpha.

Alex Alderson, 02 Mar 2021 15:27

Oukitel launches the WP12 as the "world's first Android 11 rugged phone"

Oukitel has announced that its latest rugged phone is the first of its kind to ship with Android 11 out of the box. The device is also touted as "lightweight", which, given its MediaTek Helio A22 SoC and 4GB of RAM, might be meant...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Mar 2021 14:14

The Redmi Note 10 Pro will be a tad more expensive than the Redmi Note 9 Pro globally. (Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 10 Pro tipped to cost more than the Redmi Note 9 Pro globally; Redmi Note 10 packaging reveals a Snapdragon 678

The Redmi Note 10 series is on its way and more information about the Xiaomi mid-range lineup has now been revealed. Notable takeaways include some specs of the vanilla Redmi Note 10, and pricing of the global Redmi Note 10 Pro.

Ricci Rox, 02 Mar 2021 03:53

Hisense asserts laser TVs are the future as it claims to triple their sales in 2020

Laser TVs are devices much more like ultra-short-throw projectors than conventional big screens. Therefore, they can deliver larger display sizes with less harmful blue light, which is what customers want these days - according to...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Mar 2021 23:31

The Amazfit T-Rex Pro offers greater durability and water-resistance than the non-Pro model. (Image source: 91Mobiles)

Amazfit T-Rex Pro full specs and images leak revealing rugged smartwatch with 10 ATM water resistance and BioTracker 2 PPG sensor

Images and specs for the Amazfit T-Rex Pro rugged smartwatch have been leaked, indicating that the new Amazfit wearable is likely to be launched soon. The Amazfit T-Rex Pro looks very similar to the non-Pro model but offers at lea...

Daniel R Deakin, 01 Mar 2021 23:30

A leaked Realme/Dimensity 1200 poster. (Source: Weibo)

Rumor | Realme's first 108MP camera phone will be the Dimensity 1200-powered X9 Pro

The OEM Realme has been rumored to launch a Dimensity 1200-powered phone called the X9 Pro roughly since MediaTek released this early-2021 flagship processor. A new leak purports to spill many more details about the phone, includi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Mar 2021 22:46

The latest "Mi 11 Pro" design leak. (Source: YouTube)

A "Mi 11 Pro with Dimensity 1000+" Geekbench leak is debunked by an eagle-eyed tipster

The discovery of a Xiaomi phone with a model number rumored to be that of the Mi 11 Pro on Geekbench might normally be welcome news. However, the report proved more alarming in this case, as it alleged the device had the MediaTek ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Mar 2021 17:18

The OnePlus 9 series is expected to arrive in three forms this month. (Image source: Dave Lee)

The OnePlus 9, OnePlus 9R, OnePlus 9 Pro and OnePlus Watch are all tipped to launch this month as OnePlus hints at Hasselblad partnership in its first official teaser

According to reports, OnePlus will launch the OnePlus 9, OnePlus 9R, OnePlus 9 Pro and the OnePlus Watch later this month. Apparently, it has been confirmed that the hardware event will not occur until late March, but OnePlus will...

Alex Alderson, 01 Mar 2021 14:03

It seems that a periscope camera may be headed to the Mi 11 Pro, along with the 50 MP ISOCELL GN2. (Image source: Weibo)

Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro leak outlines camera specifications and back panel design

According to a new leak, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro will feature a periscope camera and Samsung's new 50 MP ISOCELL GN2 camera. The Mi 11 Pro will be capable of up to 50x zoom, too.

Alex Alderson, 28 Feb 2021 23:09

A new RedMagic 6 design leak. (Source: SparrowsNews)

RedMagic 6: the gaming phones' 2021 looks leak out prior to their launch

The RedMagic line of Android phones are usually styled so as not to be mistaken for anything other than the mobile gaming powerhouses they are meant to be. Their latest 6 generation's design, officially outed by TENAA, is an evolu...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Feb 2021 18:41

The Honor 40 is allegedly on the way, spearheading a 2021 comeback that may also involve tablets and foldables

Honor is a popular smartphone brand recently cut loose from the OEM Huawei in an ostensible bid to free it from that company's ongoing trade restrictions. Since then, Honor has completely rebuilt its business and is preparing to b...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Feb 2021 17:20

The "Find X3 launch" leak. (Source: Weibo)

Rumor | The OPPO Find X3 series will launch on March 11, 2021

The OPPO Find X3 and X3 Pro are hotly-anticipated smartphones as they are touted to combine the highest-end of Android specs in 2021 with arguably iPhone-like looks. A Weibo tipster has uploaded what looks like an official poster ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Feb 2021 16:08

The OnePlus 9 Pro should arrive next month alongside at least the OnePlus 9. S(Image source: Dave Lee)

OnePlus 9 Pro leaks again with 4K and 120 FPS video recording capabilities and upgraded camera hardware; OnePlus 9 series launch teasers to begin very soon

The OnePlus 9 series is almost upon us, with the company expected to announce the OnePlus 9, OnePlus 9R and the OnePlus 9 Pro within the next few weeks. More OnePlus 9 Pro specifications have leaked too, including camera details s...

Alex Alderson, 27 Feb 2021 23:16

Meet Zepp Health, formerly Huami. (Source: Zepp)

Huami officially changes its name to Zepp Health

Huami is a wearables OEM that has built a market leadership worldwide, mainly through the popularity of its Amazfit devices. Now, the company has announced that it will be known as Zepp Health from now on. This wholesale re-brand ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Feb 2021 22:46