Otterbox Case for OnePlus 5 now official
This rugged protective case is available in black and red. It delivers dual-layer protection via a hard shell on the outside and a silicone layer on the inside, retailing for $29.95 USD.
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Chinese smartphone OEMs may have already hit their peak
Huawei, Oppo, and Vivo have seen negative growth and are slightly lowering their market forecasts for 2017, says a report from Digitimes.
Whatsapp to roll out file sharing support for all file types
Whatsapp is finally ready to give users what they want. The company will be rolling out a file sharing update over time, which allows users to send files of all types, and also not have to deal with the infamous compression when sending images.
Bixby Voice finally available in the US
Although this feature was supposed to be available at the same time as Samsung's Galaxy S8 duo, Bixby Voice had to face some English grammar and syntax issues that delayed its arrival in the US even more, but now it is finally rolling out.
Firefox Focus mobile browser now available on Android
Mozilla seems to have spent some time to refine this mobile browser since its release for iOS devices last year, and now Firefox Focus is finally available for Android users as well. Those interested can get it for free via Google Play.
Samsung Galaxy C7 (2017) spotted at Bluetooth SIG
The model that just got its Bluetooth certification is SM-C7100, while last year's Galaxy C7 is known as SM-C7000. Two related models, dubbed SM-C7108 and SM-C710F, received their certifications yesterday as well.
ZTE Axon 7 Mini gets Android 7.1.1
More than three months after its larger sibling received the update to Android 7.1.1 Nougat, the Axon 7 Mini gets the same firmware version as an OTA update that also provides WiFi calling to T-Mobile users.
Opinion Piece: OnePlus 5 - The device we need?
The OnePlus 5 saw its release a few days ago. Is it worth the money? Are there better alternatives? Here's what I think.
Google Glass gets updated after three years of silence
Both the MyGlass Android app and the firmware on Google Glass devices have been updated out of the blue.
Relive the games of yore with free Sega classics — now available on mobile
The Sega Forever Collection brings five of the best classics to relive the good ol' days.
Archos Kodak tablets coming next month in two screen sizes
The 7-inch and 10.1-inch models will each sport Android 7.0 Nougat, a MicroSD slot for expansion, and special photo-editing software for a starting price of just 100 Euros.
Virgin Mobile goes iPhone-only and offers a year of unlimited talk, text, and data for $1
As part of their new Inner Circle service plan, the British-based MVNO will only sell iPhones. New customers can sign up and get unlimited talk, text, and data for an entire year for only $1.
IFA 2017 | LG V30 expected to show up at IFA
The next-gen LG V handset is rumored to feature a dual-camera setup, a secondary display, and is also supposed to be IP68-certified. LG V30 should come in three storage variants, and it looks like it will keep the traditional 3.5 mm headphone jack around.
Samsung may be developing a 2,000 ppi VR headset
If rumors are to be believed, Samsung is developing an ultra-high resolution OLED display that has a staggering pixel density of 2,000 ppi. This display may be used in a stand alone VR headset from Samsung, which would make for the most immersive VR experience yet.
OnePlus 5 caught gaming benchmarks (again)
Chinese manufacturer OnePlus has been once again caught by XDA in manipulating phone behavior for higher benchmark scores. In this case, the tweaks cause the OnePlus 5 to score around 5 percent higher than other Snapdragon 835 handsets, but at the cost of the phone heating up to nearly 50C.
OnePlus 5 officially hits the launch pad and is more Apple-esque than ever
OnePlus has unveiled the much anticipated upgrade to its smartphone lineup
HTC U11 Solar Red now up for pre-order
After a strong debut on the market, the latest HTC flagship is already coming back with a new color option. Those interested can place their pre-orders for the "Solar Red" HTC U11, a handset that comes for $649 USD, just like its blue and black siblings.
Sony Xperia XA gets Android Nougat
Not long ago, the Japanese brand released the Nougat firmware update for the Xperia XA Ultra handsets. Now, the time has come for the Xperia XA to get the same treatment, one year since its release with Marshmallow on board.
UMIDIGI Z1 and Z1 Pro unveiled
The UMIDIGI Z1 and Z1 Pro have just been unveiled. 6GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, dual rear cameras, Helio P20, 4000mAh battery.
Emporio Armani Connected with Android Wear 2.0 coming in September
The first Emporio Armani Connected smartwatch to launch with Android Wear 2.0 on board is scheduled to hit the market on September 14. Its predecessor, a hybrid smartwatch, made its debut last fall.
Nubia M2 Play launched
Nubia has announced the launch of their new M2 Play, a less powerful variant of their standard Nubia M2. Snapdragon 435, integrated metal body, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, front-mounted fingerprint reader.
New Snapdragon 450 brings 14nm process to the entry-level segment
Qualcomm are not willing to have a rest anytime soon, as they prepare for the launch of their new Snapdragon 450 SoC. The processor, manufactured with a 14nm process, is expected to be an underclocked Snapdragon 625.
Samsung Galaxy XCover 4 (SM-G390F) Smartphone Review
Robust and stylish? Samsung aims to provide a smartphone that survives in rough environments, but also radiates elegance at the same time. The handset is, in fact, robust and not too bulky. We checked whether its everyday suitability is just as impressive.
Samsung Exynos 7570 Quad, ARM Mali-T720, 5", 172 gThe new LG G6+ adds features missing from the standard G6
Sporting more storage, a Hi-Fi DAC, and wireless charging, the G6+ is the definitive version of LG's flagship smartphone. It's made for customers who don't want to compromise on their music experience, and includes a pair of high quality earphones that further reinforce that point.
Moto Z2 hits AnTuTu
This upcoming 5.5-inch handset is expected to arrive on June 27, packing a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB internal storage, as well as a dual camera setup.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017) leaks online
This slate surfaced on GFXBench under the codename SM-T835 featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 processor, 2 GB RAM, and 16 GB internal storage. An IFA launch might be in the cards, but nothing has been confirmed yet.
The YotaPhone 3 aims to refine the concept of an E Ink phone
Specifications for the next iteration of the YotaPhone were disclosed after the China-Russia Expo in Harbin. Insider sources suggest that the device may not be the high-spec flagship device that consumers were expecting.
Images of UMIDIGI Z1 and Z1 Pro released
UMIDIGI are set for the unveiling of their new Z1 and Z1 Pro devices. FHD AMOLED display, 6GB of RAM, dual rear cameras, Helio P20.
New Sharp device with Snapdragon 660 spotted on Geekbench
A new Sharp device, listed as the "Sharp FS8016", surfaced on Geekbench earlier on. Snapdragon 660, 4GB of RAM, Android 7.1.1 Nougat.
Deal: One of the best budget smartphones, the Moto G4 Plus, is on sale for US$149
A mid-range handset with a budget price, the Moto G4 Plus is now on sale for cheaper than ever at US$149 — US$100 off the starting price.
Android users can now have Microsoft's Cortana as their default assistant
With the latest update to its Android application, Cortana can now be set to the default search assistant. This means Android users now have the option of replacing Google Assistant, with direct access to Cortana from the home screen.
LeEco in shambles as company closes service center in Shanghai
LeEco is having significant issues after the disaster that was its expansion into the US. New information claims that the company is already shutting down service centers at home in China.
Leagoo T5 - Flagship on a budget
Leagoo's flagship for this year, the T5, may be getting a release soon. 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, dual rear cameras, 3000mAh battery, front-mounted fingerprint reader
LG G6 users in the US get one extra year of warranty
To keep its latest flagship relevant in a very competitive market, LG has decided to extend the limited warranty for the G6 to two years. Sadly, the Second Year Promise program is only available in the US.
New phone from Vivo may feature a fingerprint reader embedded under the screen
A new phone from Vivo appearing in a leaked video was shown to be unlocked by fingerprint through a sensor embedded within the screen on the device. Rumors suggest that this type of sensor might be appearing in new smartphones soon.
Meizu Pro 7 to feature a secondary display on the back
According to the latest leak, this upcoming handset will have a secondary display similar to the YotaPhone, but one that only covers about one-third of the back panel's surface.
Gionee A1 Lite with mega 20MP front-facing camera launched
Gionee is pandering to the selfie-obsessed demographic with their new device, the A1 Lite. 13MP rear camera, 20MP selfie shooter, MT6753, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, and some rather sizeable bezels.
Verizon Wireless and T-Mobile update the Galaxy S8 and S8+ flagships
Both carriers offer an update that does not deliver Android 7.1 or Android O, providing Android Pay support, various improvements to Bixby, as well as the monthly security patch instead.
Asus Zenfone AR finally goes on sale
Asus are doing a good job of bringing us closer to the future with each device. The Zenfone AR finally went on sale and it's an absolute beauty.
Samsung unveils Galaxy J7 Max and Galaxy J7 Pro Android handsets
While the 5.5-inch J7 Pro comes with the Exynos 7870 processor under the hood and 3 GB RAM and 64 GB storage space, the larger J7 Max uses the Helio P20 processor, next to 4 GB RAM and 32 GB internal storage.
Gretel A9 Smartphone Review
iPhone for less than US $100? The Gretel A9's role model is immediately obvious: Apple's iPhone. Even the operating system reminded us of iOS, and just like its antetype, the A9 is available in rose gold as well. Truth be told all this plagiarism is quite uncalled for, because the A9 offers a lot for less than US $100. If only the cameras were not so terrible …
Mediatek MT6737, ARM Mali-T720 MP2, 5", 166 gCanada is getting the Essential Phone too, and (surprise!) it will be a carrier exclusive
Andy Rubin's Essential has nabbed an exclusivity deal for its handset with one of Canada's largest mobile carriers. Telus Mobility will begin selling the Essential Phone, along with its attachable 360-degree camera, this summer at a yet unknown price.
Archos intros four new Android smartphones
These new handsets target the mid-range market sector, offering rich sets of features for their prices, including dual-camera setups (only for the Sense 55s and Diamond Alpha). All are expected to hit the market next month.
LeEco Le Max 3 live images leak
Live images of the LeEco Le Max 3 leaked, revealing a device with a design largely unchanged from that of its predecessor, the Le Max 2.
You can now stream PC games to your rooted Android device via Moonlight
Using the new Moonlight app, you can set your Android phone to spoof an NVIDIA Shield device, allowing for game streaming from your PC. You'll need to root the Android device and have at least an NVIDIA GTX 600-series GPU with support for GameStream.
The Moto Z2 may make its debut later this month
According to an invite posted online today, Lenovo is announcing something on June 27. Looking at the image on the invite, the device is likely the Moto Z2.
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 apparently coming in August
Insiders familiar with the matter claim that Samsung has decided to launch the new phablet earlier than usual to have it on the market before the next-gen iPhone, widely rumored to show up in September.
UMIDIGI C Note 2 specifications surface online
The UMIDIGI C Note was released just three months ago but the OEM already have the C Note 2 lined up. Specifications of the Note 2 leaked recently, with the device touted to feature the MT6750T, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of storage.
Get the versatile Samsung Chromebook Plus at its lowest price yet
It's a Chrome OS laptop and an Android tablet, and it's currently at its lowest price ever. You can get the recently-released Samsung Chromebook Plus from Amazon for only $379 while the deal lasts.
Pixel XL 2 rumored to be cancelled
Multiple sources are reporting that Google has cancelled project "muskie," which was speculated to be a successor to Google's 2016 flagship Pixel XL.
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