Xreal unveils Project Aura glasses for the Android XR platform
Xreal unveils Project Aura, its latest XR smart glasses built in collaboration with Google, running on Android XR and powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon XR chipset.
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Xiaomi shares some core specs and new pictures of Xring O1-equipped Pad 7 Ultra
The Pad 7 Ultra is about to debut alongside the Xiaomi 15S Pro. Both will be powered by the self-developed Xring O1 SoC, and the company has now shared more details and pictures of the flagship tablet.
Xiaomi 16 design revealed ahead of schedule in early leaked images
The Xiaomi 16 is not expected to officially launch for another four months or so. Nonetheless, a detailed image of Xiaomi's next compact flagship has already turned up online revealing some of the alleged design tweaks that the co...
Google Pixel: May 2025 updates could be causing unexpected battery drain on some smartphones
It seems that Google will be delivering its June 2025 set of Android updates with a focus on addressing a new battery bug on Pixel devices. Although unconfirmed for now, it seems that the May 2025 batch of updates is causing exces...
iPlay 70 Mini Pro: New mini tablet released with 4G connectivity and 90 Hz display
The iPlay 70 Mini Pro is the latest compact tablet from Alldocube. Released a month after the arrival of the iPlay 70 Mini Ultra, the Pro variant replaces its direct predecessor with a 90 Hz display and a faster chipset while reta...
OnePlus Ace 5 Extreme Edition: First official promotional video drops as launch date for Ace 5 Racing Edition also confirmed
OnePlus has now confirmed the launch date for its next pair of Ace 5 smartphones. Launching next week as the Ace 5 Extreme Edition and Ace 5 Racing Edition, the pair will contain powerful MediaTek Dimensity chipsets and what OnePl...
Honor Magic V5 teased to surpass Oppo Find N5 and Vivo X Fold3 as world's thinnest and lightest foldable
Currently, the Oppo Find N5 and Vivo X Fold3 hold the claims of being the thinnest and lightest foldables. However, an Honor executive reports that the Honor Magic V5 will beat both when it launches next month.
Nothing confirms July launch date for Phone (3) flagship
After a recent string of teasers, Nothing has revealed the month its highly anticipated flagship, the Nothing Phone (3) will be announced. The specific day of the month is still under wraps but now we know the wait won't be too lo...
Entry-level standout with long update support – Xiaomi Poco M7 Pro 5G review
An ultra-bright OLED screen for under €200. Despite its low price, the Poco M7 Pro offers impressive value for money. A 3.5 mm headphone jack and a microSD card slot, together with IP certification, are features almost unheard of in this price segment Yet here, they all come as standard. The AMOLED display, complete with PWM dimming, delivers surprisingly strong performance for a phone in this category.
MediaTek Dimensity 7025 | IMG BXM-8-256 | 6.67" | 190 g
MediaTek Dimensity 7025 | IMG BXM-8-256 | 6.67" | 190 g
Xiaomi next-gen flagship smartphones confirmed to be Snapdragon-powered in long term
The "Xiaomi 16" series is all but confirmed to run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 SoC by Qualcomm itself. The chip designer has announced that the prominent electronics OEM will continue to release premium smartphones and smartwatche...
Redmi K80 Extreme Edition: New leak reveals battery upgrade for potential Xiaomi 14T Pro successor
The Redmi K80 Extreme Edition has taken a step closer to its inevitable release. Likely set to launch globally later this year as the Xiaomi 15T Pro, the 25060RK16C looks set to offer a huge battery capacity that could match the 7...
Free open source software turns the Steam Deck into a Wii U GamePad
The Wii U GamePad was a unique experiment that paved the way for the Switch. However, without the ability to purchase a 1st party replacement, any damage to the GamePad and the Wii U effectively becomes a brick. Thankfully, there ...
MagicX Zero 40 specs, pricing and TATE gameplay revealed before release
MagicX has shared new details about the Zero 40 shortly before the device's release. Featuring a 5:3 display, the MagicX Zero 40 should be about as powerful as the Mini Zero 28 thanks to an Allwinner A133P chipset, 2 GB of DDR4 RA...
Walmart's Onn 4K Plus Google TV streamer gets relisted online
Walmart has once again put up the listing for the Onn 4K Plus Google TV streaming device on its website. The online listing should make it possible for those who don't have near a Walmart store.
XRing O1 stalemates the Snapdragon 8 Elite in latest CPU and GPU benchmarks
Xiaomi's new chipset, XRing O1, is a star. The TSMC-made 3nm chipset has made dozens of trips to Geekbench for testing ahead of its official debut this week, delivering CPU and GPU scores on par or even better than what Snapdragon...
MediaTek confirms it is working on a 2 nm chip
At its Computex 2025 keynote, MediaTek said it is actively developing a 2 nm chip, which will tape-out later this year. It is very likely the next-gen Dimensity 9600 for high-end smartphones.
Leaked Redmi Pad 2 renders and specs reveal new design and an audio jack
A leak has provided not only a first look at the Redmi Pad 2 but also revealed its key specs. The upcoming tablet is shown sporting a new design and will also bring some under-the-hood upgrades.
Xiaomi confirms Pad 7 Ultra will be powered by in-house Xring O1 SoC
The Xiaomi Xring O1 is about to make its full debut soon. It's the company's most ambitious take on in-house SoC, and through a recent teaser, the company has confirmed that it will be powering the upcoming Pad 7 Ultra.
Lenovo Yoga Pad Pro 14.5 shows up on Geekbench alongside in-house SS1101 chip
The mystery around the Lenovo Yoga Pad Pro 14.5's SoC has finally been solved. A Geekbench listing confirms it uses the company's self-developed SS1101 chip.
New OnePlus smartphones revealed by reliable leaker ahead of time
A pair of new OnePlus smartphones have leaked again online thanks to a high-profile leaker. While the company has not publicly commented on their release yet, Evan Blass has already obtained half a dozen promotional images showcas...
Anbernic Slide: Unusual gaming handheld rumoured with PSP Go and Nintendo 3DS blending design
Early details about a new Anbernic gaming handheld have popped up online. An adjunct to the Xperia Play lookalike that emerged last week, the so-called Anbernic Slide takes elements of the PSP Go and Nintendo 3DS to deliver a uniq...
Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro: New details officially revealed ahead of schedule
Xiaomi has revealed fresh details about the Civi 5 Pro before its anticipated release. Combining a 6,000 mAh silicon carbon battery and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, the Civi 5 Pro also has a 3,200-nit display with ultra...
iQOO teases new stylus with 10,000 levels of pressure sensitivity for its new tablets
iQOO's new tablets will launch alongside a new stylus called the iQOO Pencil 3. The new stylus will have support for magnetic wireless charging and have 10,000 levels of pressure sensitivity.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 pictured ahead of schedule amid rumours of titanium switch
According to a new rumour, Samsung will be bringing across several thickness-saving innovations from the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition for this year's Galaxy Z Fold7. With a titanium backplate and the removal of a dedicated S Pen ...
iQoo Neo10 Pro+ tipped to charge faster than Z10 Turbo Pro
The Neo10 Pro+ is thought to launch as iQoo's next Android smartphone with the brand's fastest 120W charging. It is now also slated to have the brand's latest high-capacity battery. The Neo10 Pro+ is also backed to launch with hig...
Vivo S30 Pro Mini design and display specs emerge in new leak
The up-to-date compact Android smartphone form factor is coming to the sub-flagship tier in the form of the Vivo S30 Pro Mini, according to the latest leaks. The device looks somewhat like the OnePlus 13s in its new alleged render...
Android smartphones will soon become smart screens thanks to lock screen widgets
Google's Android 16 is expected to adopt one of the more practical features of the Apple iPhone and also introduce a mode that effectively transforms Android smartphones on a Qi2 charger into a smart screen that can be used in man...
OnePlus Pad 3: Snapdragon 8 Elite tablet gets an official global launch date
OnePlus has now announced its plans to present the OnePlus Pad 3 globally on June 5. The tablet is expected to be similar to the OnePlus Pad 2 Pro which launched in China recently and will launch across Europe at the aforementione...
Realme partners with Aston Martin for Realme GT 7 Dream Edition
Realme has partnered with Aston Martin's Formula One Team on a Realme GT 7 limited edition. Called the Realme GT 7 Dream Edition, it will launch alongside the standard edition on May 27.
Qualcomm confirms late September launch for Snapdragon 8 Elite 2
Qualcomm has revealed the dates for its next Snapdragon Summit. It will take place in late September, and smartphones powered by the SoC are expected to surface in October.
OnePlus 13s officially confirmed for June 5 debut with Snapdragon 8 Elite onboard
OnePlus has now officially confirmed its plans to launch the OnePlus 13s in India next month. The compact flagship phone will take the stage on June 5 and is expected to be mostly the same phone as the OnePlus 13T.
iQoo Pad5e tipped to launch alongside Pad5 and Pad5 Pro
iQoo is now thought to launch three new Android tablets at once later in 2025. Two of them might be intended to land as compelling alternatives to the latest Lenovo Legion Tab (or iPad Mini), while the third might be an even cheap...
Realme Neo7 Turbo outed with fast charging and chipset
Realme's next Android smartphone is now predicted to land as a challenger to the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro, with the name to match. The "Neo7 Turbo" is backed to have the newer MediaTek Dimensity 9400e chipset necessary to take the Snapdr...
Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra and Xiaomi 15S Pro to launch later this month with all-new chipset
According to a new leak, Xiaomi will launch a slew of new hardware later this month. The Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra with its 14-inch OLED and the Xiaomi 15S Pro will both star, alongside the company's all-new chipset and a new EV.
Xiaomi previews Civi 5 Pro as world-first Leica Selfie Night God smartphone
Xiaomi has just opened reservations for its latest Civi-series flagship. The OEM has also confirmed all of the smartphone's main specs and features, its inaugural Leica Night God Selfie Camera included. The high-res 50MP shooter i...
Here are some of the best Chrome alternatives for Android
CheckMag Chrome on Android can feel heavy and limited, especially if you're after speed, privacy, or customization. This article breaks down some of the best alternative browsers worth trying in 2025.
Oukitel WP300: Launch date announced for world-first modular rugged smartphone
Oukitel touts the WP300 as the first device to ship as a smartphone, a fitness tracker, a wireless headset and a camping light all in one thanks to its "world-first" modular nature. It can also act as a wired power bank thanks to ...
Upcoming OnePlus phones spotted with new design in leaked image
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra and Ace 5 Racing Edition are set to launch soon in China. Ahead of the release, a leak reveals the new design language of the phones.
Honor 400 and Honor 400 Pro revealed to have a 7,200mAh battery capacity
The VP of Honor China has revealed the battery capacity of the Honor 400 series. Both smartphones will pack a significantly larger battery capacity than their predecessors, but it is not known if the larger batteries will make it ...
MediaTek Dimensity 9400e chokes out the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 in official benchmarks
MediaTek directly compared its latest premium chipset, the Dimensity 9400e, to both the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 at its launch event. Going by the revealed benchmark numbers, the Dimensity 9400e outperforms both ...
Xiaomi's XRing O1 chipset shines in Geekbench debut aboard the Xiaomi 15S Pro
Xiaomi's new self-developed chipset, XRing O1, has now seemingly made its first trip to Geekbench. The SoC stuns in the leaked benchmark listing, with scores not far away from Qualcomm's current-gen flagship, the Snapdragon 8 Elit...
Smartphone photo comparison: At Mont-Saint-Michel with two of the best camera phones of 2025
Duel in the Atlantic bay A rocky island surrounded by sea, lined with medieval houses and topped by a majestic monastery. We took the Motorola Edge 50 Ultra and Xiaomi 15 Ultra to Mont-Saint-Michel and joined the crowds to find out: which phone captures better photos of this famous World Heritage Site?
Winlator: Windows game emulator development resumes after brief hiatus
In late April 2025, the developer behind Winlator, BrunoSX, announced a sudden pause in development. There was no mention of when the dev would be back, but now, the official GitHub page has been updated, hinting at the return of ...
The Google TV launcher is a mess of adverts, but this replacement is a clean, beautiful, ad free alternative
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OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra tipped to debut as brand’s first 144Hz display phone
OnePlus is set to launch two new Ace 5 models in China. A recent leak reveals key details of the Ultra model, highlighting its gaming-focused features.
Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 impresses with Geekbench debut alongside Honor 400
Qualcomm's newest smartphone SoC, the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, has just shown up on Geekbench. It outperforms its last-gen counterpart by up to 32%.
Samsung Galaxy A26 5G verdict: Reliable daily driver
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Lenovo Yoga Pad Pro: 14-inch OLED tablet comes with 16GB RAM and runs on Android
The Lenovo Yoga Pad Pro 14.5 AI is a pretty big Android tablet that can be used with a stylus and keyboard. AI features are already advertised, and the OLED-equipped device also sports DisplayPort via USB-C.
8849 Tank Pad debuts as ~11-inch rugged tablet with built-in LED lamp and projector
8849's latest, outdoor adventure-friendly smartphone features have now been ported to the tablet form-factor in the new Tank Pad - a 100-lumen projector and a generous rear-mounted camping lamp included. The device's ~11-inch disp...
Nothing Phone (3) said to feature flagship Qualcomm SoC, triple camera setup, 5,000 mAh+ battery
Nothing Phone (3) will be the flagship following the Nothing Phone (3a)/(3a Pro) and the CMF Phone 2 Pro. It is expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC and come with a triple rear camera setup.
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