OnePlus 5T Lava Red Limited Edition hits China
Although a Star Wars-themed special edition was apparently on its way, OnePlus only released a Lava Red Limited Edition of the 5T flagship. Sadly, it is only available in China for now.
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Shake your Samsung Galaxy S8 to help its camera focus properly
As strange as it may seem, Samsung recommends a "gentle tap to the back" or "a small shake" of their Galaxy S8 to those who complain that their phone's main camera is taking blurry photos and has problems focusing.
Sony Xperia X Performance gets Android Oreo
Next to the Xperia XZ and XZs, the Sony Xperia X Performance also receives the Android Oreo update this month. The new firmware includes the latest security patch from Google and comes with new features such as autofill, smart text selection, Xperia Actions, and more.
BLU Products releases phone-bricking OTA update
The latest OTA update for the phones of the popular US-based BLU Products apparently managed to brick a lot of phones and a lot of people are (very) angry about it. Sadly, there is no official solution for this problem that does not involve a factory reset.
Huawei previews Face ID competitor
During the Honor V10 launch event, Huawei also revealed the face recognition technology they are currently developing and a demo of its animated emojis, both (advertised as) better than the Face ID and the Animoji by Apple.
Pocket change: Nintendo's latest foray into mobile gaming may be a financial boon
Nintendo's latest mobile title, Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, may be a solid win for the Japanese juggernaut. The app has eclipsed 15 million downloads in its first week of release, and Nintendo's stock shot up 4.16% over the past week and has risen 92% year-to-date.
Huawei officially reveals Honor V10
The Honor V10 combines the best features from previous models such as the Mate 10 and the Mate 10 Pro and also sports a more affordable price. It is powered by the Kirin 970 SoC and comes with 4 GB or 6 GB RAM options, as well as 64 GB or 128 GB storage options. The 3.5 mm audio jack is also among the features.
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (2017) hits FCC
Not long after being spotted in multiple benchmark database websites, the new Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime Android smartphone is now almost ready to hit the market, since it has just been listed by the FCC.
Oppo F5 Youth debuts in the Philippines
The Oppo F5 Youth is a lighter version of the selfie-centric Oppo F5. It still has a full HD+ 6-inch display but uses a MediaTek Helio P23 processor, runs the Android 7.1-based ColorOS 3.2 firmware, and features a 16 MP camera for selfies.
Gionee launches S11 flagship lineup with two variants for the Western markets
The S11 and S11 Lite will be available worldwide, while the S11 S is only meant for the Chinese market. What sets the S11 and S11 S apart are the two dual camera setups for rear and front, featuring advanced HDR effects, hardware bokeh and autofocus capabilities.
Unlocked HTC U11 receives Android Oreo
According to Mo Versi, HTC's Vice President of Product Management, the unlocked HTC U11 flagship receives the Android 8.0 update starting today. He also revealed that the Sprint variant and the older HTC 10 should get the new firmware soon as well.
Razer Phone CEO explains headphone jack absence
Min-Liang Tan has posted an explanation of why the gaming company dropped the venerable audio jack on its new Razer Phone. The demise of the headphone jack is all about giving users better features, according to Razer's CEO.
OnePlus 5 to get facial recognition capabilities
A leaked Android Oreo-based firmware build for the OnePlus 5 reveals that this handset might soon get the Face Unlock feature that has been introduced last week with the new OnePlus 5T flagship.
Opinion | A Snapdragon 625 on the Redmi Note 5 may be the biggest mistake Xiaomi ever makes
Leaks surfacing last week point towards the next-gen Redmi Note 5 shipping with the Snapdragon 625, a thought that is sure to ring sour in the minds of Xiaomi fans across the globe.
Deal | The Xperia XZ Premium is available for $550
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is currently on sale on Best Buy and Amazon for just $550, $150 off its launch price, which is an incredible bargain for one of the few Android devices with a 4k display.
Nokia 8 gets Oreo update, 5 and 6 to follow
HMD has sent out a final, stable Oreo update to the Nokia 8, effectively making them the third OEM to do so—impressive no matter how you look at it—with the Nokia 5 and 6 to follow suit in the coming weeks.
The Xperia XZ and XZs receive Oreo
Sony has sent out Oreo updates to the Xperia XZ and XZs, keeping up its good form of sending updates out on time. We expect the Xperia X phones—X, X Performance, and X Compact to receive their updates in the coming weeks.
Microsoft Edition Galaxy Note 8 hits Microsoft Store
With the Lumia handsets dead and gone, the Devices section of the Microsoft Store is now hosting smartphones by other brands, and the latest to arrive is the Microsoft Edition Galaxy Note 8. This handset is a regular Note 8 with a set of pre-loaded apps by Microsoft, including Cortana and Microsoft Launcher.
Deal | The Moto Z2 Force is up for grabs for under $400
The Moto Z2 Force is currently available on T-Mobile, with prospective buyers having the option to pay it off at once for just US$375, an impressive 48% discount off its regular retail price of US$720.
There's a chance the OnePlus 6 copies the iPhone X's design
Images of the upcoming OPPO R13 have surfaced online. The device could very well pass off as an iPhone X. Considering the relationship between OPPO and OnePlus, we wouldn't be surprised to see the OnePlus 6 take the same form.
Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ might show up in January
New rumors claim that Samsung's next-gen flagships, namely the Galaxy S9 and the Galaxy S9+, could be revealed in full or at least teased during the Consumer Electronics Show in January. Sadly, there is nothing new to say about the possible launch of a Galaxy S9 Mini variant.
Rumor | Xiaomi Mi7 to feature Snapdragon 845 SoC, 6 GB RAM and edge-to-edge 6-inch OLED display
The Mi7 flagship is expected to hit the market in Q1 2018 and it could also include a rear fingerprint sensor, a 16 MP camera and facial recognition technology.
Amazon Fire HD 10 (2017) Tablet Review
Couch surfer. Amazon Prime customers who do not mind some advertisements will find the 10-inch seventh generation Fire HD Tablet great value for money. As expected, the tablet is no high-end product, however it definitely comes with a few high value components that make it an entertainment specialist. In our review, we will shed light onto the limitations you can expect with this device.
Mediatek MT8173, PowerVR GX6250, 10.1", 497 gThe Samsung Galaxy S6 may just receive Android Oreo
The Samsung Galaxy S6 is way over two years old, so it comes as a pleasant surprise that Samsung service representatives have confirmed that the device will receive Android Oreo in the near future.
BlackBerry KEYone 2 apparently surfaced on Geekbench
A handset known as "Qualcomm BBF100-1" surfaced on Geekbench and it is very likely to see it soon available on the market as a direct successor to the BlackBerry KEYone. Sadly, this handset has not been officially confirmed yet.
Deal | You can snag an LG G6 for a smidgen over £360 in the UK
The G6, LG's flagship released earlier in the year has seen a massive price slash over the months from its launch price of £649. Prospective buyers in the UK can get one on the cheap right now for just £363.
Apple are kings of the UK smartphone market
Data by Counterpoint has shown Apple's position as the kings of the UK smartphone market, albeit with a nigh-intangible advantage over rivals Samsung. Alcatel, surprisingly, finds a spot in the top five—just below Huawei, and above Motorola.
A generic AOSP ROM booting on the Mate 9 may be the biggest milestone in recent Android history
The Huawei Mate 9 was updated to support Project Treble on its Oreo beta. A user on XDA-Developers has successfully installed and booted a generic version of AOSP Android on the device in what may just be a groundbreaking event in the history of Android.
Razer CEO ensures camera fixes for the Razer gaming phone will be released soon
Reviewers were quite displeased with the overall quality of the dual 12 MP camera setup on the Razer phone, so the Razer CEO himself came forth and ensured everyone the company is well aware of the camera bugs and it will roll out fixes in the coming weeks.
ZTE Blade V8 Mini Smartphone Review
An inexpensive smartphone with a dual camera. ZTE is expanding their lower mid-range product line. Alongside the ZTE Blade V8 64 GB, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer has now introduced the ZTE Blade V8 Mini to the mobile market. The ZTE Blade V8's smaller sibling costs only 179 Euros (~$215, recommended retail price; not yet available on the American market). It is equipped with a dual camera, a fingerprint scanner and Android 7.0.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 435, Adreno 505, 5", 149 gXiaomi kicks off Oreo beta program for the Mi 6
Xiaomi has kickstarted its closed Oreo beta-testing program, with selection currently ongoing and expected to last for a few weeks. The open beta is expected to begin by January 2018.
No Treble for the OnePlus 5T, OnePlus confirms
In an AMA on OnePlus forums yesterday, company staff confirmed that no current OnePlus device—5T inclusive—will be updated to support Google's new Project Treble.
Live images of a possible Huawei Nova 3 and the Honor V10 spotted in the wild
Images of an unknown device carrying the "Aurora" brand name have surfaced, and we have reason to believe the device in question is the Huawei Nova 3. It's either that, or the Huawei P11.
Misfit Command hybrid smartwatch now up for pre-order
The successor of the Vapor is now official as the Misfit Command and can be pre-ordered starting at US$112.49. This hybrid smartwatch comes with a regular cell battery that can last up to an entire year.
Nintendo's Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp is now live on a smartphone near you
Nintendo sprung a surprise by announcing the availability of popular game, Animal Crossing, on iOS and Android app stores for free. The company aims to capture both console and smartphone gamers with its offerings.
We should get ready for a boring Samsung Galaxy S9
The Samsung Galaxy S9 could enter mass production next month and will leave drastic design changes aside, featuring a dual-camera setup, an improved processor, as well as a repositioned fingerprint reader. On top of these, we should also get ready for a 4-inch Galaxy S9 Mini.
Deal | Blackview offering a number of discounts for potential European buyers
Blackview is offering a number of discounts on its smartphones on Amazon today, with buyers in the UK, Spain, and France getting the chance to snag these devices on the cheap.
Maze unveils the Alpha X phablet
The Chinese underdog Maze Mobile has just introduced the Alpha X, a 6-inch phablet with a MediaTek Helio P25 processor and a screen-to-body ratio of 89.6 percent. The variant with 6 GB RAM and 64 GB internal storage can be pre-ordered for US$209.99 until Saturday.
Facebook Creator app goes live for iOS, coming soon to Android devices
Released a few days ago, Facebook's new set of tools for content creators that comes as the Creator app is only available for iOS users for now. Described as "a one-stop shop for creators of all kinds," it should hit the Android platform in the coming months as well.
Huawei Honor 7X officially coming to North America
Prices and exact shipment dates will be revealed during a live global press event in two weeks.
OnePlus 3 and 3T receive Android Oreo
Only a few days before the release of the OnePlus 5T with Nougat onboard, the OnePlus 3 and 3T flagships receive their last major software update. This Android Oreo-based update for them comes as OxygenOS 5.0.
Google Pixel 2 software fix coming for crackling earpiece issue
Google has responded to complaints about a crackling or buzzing noise affecting some Pixel 2 owners. Apparently the fault is software-related and will be addressed in an upcoming patch.
Future Samsung Galaxy smartphones may incorporate copper heat pipes
Mounting dedicated vapor chamber heat pipes would alleviate some of the temperature issues for future smartphones that current smartphones are already facing.
Razer Hammerhead earbuds get USB-C and Lightning Port options for iPhone, Razer Phone, and other android phones
Razer has refreshed their Hammerhead line of earbuds with two new digital based models using USB-C and Lightning Port connectors. The USB-C version comes with a DAC for improved audio.
Purported Galaxy S9 benchmark scores are no match for the iPhone X
Benchmarks of a purported Samsung Galaxy S9 model have surfaced on Geekbench. While the scores show it to be one of the fastest Android flagships, it still is miles behind the iPhone X.
Released details of the Honor V10 point towards a nigh-perfect flagship
Final specifications of the upcoming Huawei Honor V10 have surfaced, and the Chinese flagship looks to be one of the best in its space, for the year. On paper, at least.
The Ulefone Power 3 will come with a hefty 6100 mAh battery
The Ulefone Power 3 is set for a December release, with the device expected to feature a 6100 mAh battery and an 18:9 display. More importantly, it's said to run on Android 8.1 out of the box, which would be an impressive feat for an OEM in Ulefone's weight class.
The BV9000 Pro is Blackview's next rugged premium device
The BV9000 Pro is expected to launch sometime next week, according to our sources, with the rugged device offering a number of improvements over its predecessor that was released a few months ago.
New Android security flaw allows screen recording without direct user permission
A security research firm has revealed an Android exploit which allows a rogue application to record all on-screen activity without the user's permission. This has been fixed in Android 8, but users on older versions are still vulnerable. Fortunately, the exploit works in a way which causes Android to create a notification in the status bar.
Budget Nokia 2 smartphone now available in the US
The 5-inch Nokia 2 is available in the US via Amazon for just US$99. Sadly, this Qualcomm Snapdragon 212-powered handset works on GSM networks like T-Mobile and AT&T, but it cannot be used on Sprint and Verizon Wireless.
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