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Oukitel U16 Max Smartphone Review

78% Oukitel U16 Max Smartphone Review

Chinese gold standard. The giant new smartphone from the Far East not only tries to impress with size and weight but also with features that are decent for the price of about 130 Euros (~$145). We ask ourselves where the Chinese took shortcuts this time.
Mediatek MT6753, ARM Mali-T720 MP2, 6", 223 g
Florian Schaar, 01 Jun 2017 22:54
The Moto Z2 Play, pictured here alongside four new Moto Mods. (Source: Motorola)

Moto Z2 Play announced alongside new Moto Mods, coming this summer

The successor to last-year's surprisingly capable Moto Z Play is now official and coming soon. The Moto Z2 Play will hit US shores this summer, come with an upper mid-range price tag, and bring several new Moto Mods in tow.
John Garcia, 01 Jun 2017 22:25
Nubia Z17 launched - Snapdragon 835, UFS 2.1, Quick Charge 4.0

Nubia Z17 launched - Snapdragon 835, UFS 2.1, Quick Charge 4.0

The Nubia Z17 launched today. It features Qualcomm's Snapdragon 835, UFS 2.1, 8GB of RAM, up to 128GB of internal storage, Quick Charge 4.0, and dual rear cameras.
Ricci Rox, 01 Jun 2017 21:31
Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 Android tablet now official with Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 and Nougat-based firmware

COMPUTEX 2017 | Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 10 now official

This new tablet is powered by the Snapdragon 435 processor, featuring up to 4 GB RAM and 64 GB internal storage. It comes with Android Nougat with EMUI 5.1 on top and will be available in gold, white, and space gray. The prices have not been unveiled yet.
Codrut Nistor, 01 Jun 2017 14:25
Prototype of Snapdragon 835-powered notebooks unveiled

COMPUTEX 2017 | Prototype of Snapdragon 835-powered notebooks unveiled

Mobile processor heavyweights, Qualcomm, unveiled a prototype of a notebook running Windows 10 on a Snapdragon 835 SoC.
Ricci Rox, 01 Jun 2017 13:10
Xiaomi MIUI 8 custom Android UI successor coming in July

MIUI 9 might roll out in July

Although Xiaomi revealed that MIUI 9 is expected to roll out in July, there is still no official launch day to talk about at this stage. The list of features expected to arrive with the updated UI includes split-screen capabilities, picture-in-picture mode, and more.
Codrut Nistor, 31 May 2017 21:45
The Bronze Pink version of the Xperia XZ Premium is quite eye-catching. (Source: Sony Mobile)

Sony Xperia XZ Premium now has an official release date and price

The Xperia XZ Premium's June launch estimate has been revised to a more exact date: June 19. Pre-orders for the new handset will begin one week earlier. An official price of $799 has also been announced by Sony.
John Garcia, 31 May 2017 19:00
Asus ZenPad 10 Android tablets Z301ML and Z301MFL now official

COMPUTEX 2017 | Asus ZenPad 10 Z301ML and Z301MFL now official

These new 10-inch tablets come with Android Nougat out of the box and MediaTek processors, one of them having a full HD display, while the other's touchscreen provides a lower resolution (HD).
Codrut Nistor, 31 May 2017 18:40
BlackBerry KEYone Android flagship with QWERTY keyboard now available in the US via Amazon and Best Buy

BlackBerry KEYone hits the US via Amazon and Best Buy

After being available for pre-order for almost two weeks, this new BlackBerry flagship that features a full QWERTY keypad is finally reaching select Best Buy physical stores, as well as Amazon and BestBuy.com.
Codrut Nistor, 31 May 2017 13:55
Asus unveils Zenpad 3s 8.0 Z582KL with 2K resolution display

COMPUTEX 2017 | Asus unveils Zenpad 3s 8.0 Z582KL with 2K resolution display

The ZenPad 3s 8.0 will be both the successor to last year's ZenPad 3 8.0 and the smaller brother to the current ZenPad 3s 10. Display resolution and battery capacity will remain identical to last year's model.
Allen Ngo, 31 May 2017 02:23
Xiaomi Mi Note 3 renders surface

Xiaomi Mi Note 3 renders surface

Renders of the Mi Note 3 leaked earlier in the day, with the device shown sporting dual rear cameras and a front-mounted fingerprint reader.
Ricci Rox, 30 May 2017 19:53
Samsung Galaxy Feel Android smartphone launches in Japan

Samsung Galaxy Feel unveiled in Japan

This 4.7-inch handset runs Android Nougat out of the box and features 3 GB RAM, 32 GB internal storage, as well as a 16 MP main camera. The price and launch date are not known yet.
Codrut Nistor, 30 May 2017 17:10
"Unknown heart" might be Nokia 9, shows up on Geekbench with 8 GB RAM

Unknown Nokia handset with 8 GB RAM hits Geekbench

Although Nokia 9 supposedly surfaced on Geekbench a while ago as HMD Global TA-1004 with 4 GB RAM, now we hear that this upcoming flagship might launch with no less than 8 GB RAM. However, nothing is official yet.
Codrut Nistor, 30 May 2017 16:05
The Lab - Crowdsourcing program for the OnePlus 5

The Lab - Crowdsourcing program for the OnePlus 5

OnePlus are back with their crowdsourcing program, The Lab, where users get the chance to win a OnePlus 5.
Ricci Rox, 30 May 2017 14:04
Moto E4 billed for July launch

Moto E4 billed for July launch

A leak surfacing today has touted the Moto E4 for a July 17 release. The device will sport a 5" HD display, 2GB of RAM, and 16GB of internal storage memory.
Ricci Rox, 29 May 2017 22:19
Maze Alpha processor details now official Helio P25

Maze Alpha confirmed to use the Helio P25 SoC

Initially unveiled without any details about the processor, the Maze Alpha phablet is now one step closer to its launch, as Maze Mobile has just confirmed the use of MediaTek's Helio P25 SoC.
Codrut Nistor, 29 May 2017 19:20
New Umidigi flagship on the cards - 8GB RAM, curved screen, Helio P30

New Umidigi flagship on the cards - 8GB RAM, curved screen, Helio P30

Information from UMIDIGI has touted the release of a new flagship device. It will feature 8GB of RAM, 128GB of internal storage, an ultra-wide curved screen, and MediaTek's new Helio P30.
Ricci Rox, 29 May 2017 11:00
ZTE K81 sketch spotted at FCC might be Trek 2 HD successor

ZTE K81 Android tablet hits FCC

This upcoming slate previously received its WiFi certification, and now it surfaces once again. The K81 appears to be a successor of last year's AT&T exclusive Trek 2 HD and is expected to hit the market later this year.
Codrut Nistor, 29 May 2017 10:49
More Lenovo Moto Z2 Play renders leak suggesting a June 1st reveal

More Lenovo Moto Z2 Play renders leak suggesting a June 1st reveal

The long-rumored Z2 Play is expected to be slightly thinner than the Z2 and with a smaller internal battery while maintaining compatibility with existing MotoMods.
Allen Ngo, 29 May 2017 07:41
Samsung Galaxy J5 and Galaxy J7 2017 already out in the wild

Samsung Galaxy J5 and Galaxy J7 2017 already out in the wild

Samsung has yet to even announce the new models and YouTube users already have the devices on hand.
Allen Ngo, 29 May 2017 06:11
Mysterious high-end Xiaomi device spotted on GFXBench

Mysterious high-end Xiaomi device spotted on GFXBench

A mysterious device, expected to be the Mi 6c, was spotted on GFXBench today. It was listed as carrying 6GB of RAM, 64GB of internal storage, and the Snapdragon 660.
Ricci Rox, 28 May 2017 20:57
Leagoo M5 Edge brings style to the budget market

Leagoo M5 Edge brings style to the budget market

Images of the Leagoo M5 Edge leaked earlier on and it looks like the company is keen on bringing the edge form to the budget segment.
Ricci Rox, 28 May 2017 20:48
The Verizon-branded LG K8 finally feels the Nougat love. (Source: Verizon)

Two Verizon Android devices are getting updated to Nougat

Android Nougat has finally come to the ASUS Zenpad Z8 and LG K8 V. The software update began rolling out a few days ago, so it should be a while before it is distributed to all devices.
John Garcia, 28 May 2017 05:25
What first looks like the V20's ticker display is revealed to slide out. (Source: Evan Blass/evleaks)

LG V30 concept art reveals a sliding secondary display

Early renders of LG's next flagship, the V30, show that LG is experimenting with interesting concepts involving their incorporation of a second screen.
Douglas Black, 28 May 2017 04:20
Essential smartphone camera module spotted in teaser image

Essential FIH-PM1 to be unveiled on Tuesday

Andy Rubin's phone brand is going to unveil "something big" on May 30th, most likely during his appearance at the Redcode Code Conference, an event scheduled to kick off on the same day.
Codrut Nistor, 27 May 2017 10:21
Huawei Honor 9 images leak ahead of June 27th reveal

Huawei Honor 9 images leak ahead of June 27th reveal

TENAA documents reveal three SKUs for the upcoming Honor 8 successor and a largely unchanged chassis design.
Allen Ngo, 27 May 2017 05:20
A recently confirmed Android exploit can seize control of your device. (Image source: goh4x.blogspot.com)

"Cloak and Dagger" vulnerability can leave your Android phone open to attack

The exploit, which has long been theorized, was confirmed by computer security researchers. By using invisible overlays and some clever social engineering, hackers can quickly gain full control to an Android device.
Sam Medley, 27 May 2017 03:34
T-Mobile is the latest carrier to offer the Kyocera DuraForce Pro. (Source: T-Mobile)

Kyocera DuraForce Pro comes to T-Mobile with an exclusive feature

T-Mobile has a new rugged smartphone courtesy of Kyocera. The DuraForce Pro is a mid-range handset that features the usual damage resistance certifications, but also includes a video recording feature that is exclusive to this carrier.
John Garcia, 26 May 2017 21:13
LG V10 premium Android smartphone to get Android Nougat

Android 7.0 Nougat heading for more LG devices

The list of smartphones, phablets, and tablets that receive the Nougat treat from LG includes the V10, G5, G Pad III 8.0, and the Stylus 2. Even more, it looks like even the two-year-old G4 flagship receives the new firmware.
Codrut Nistor, 26 May 2017 18:51
LG V30 renders surface - Flagship to carry hefty 5500mAh battery

LG V30 renders surface - Flagship to carry hefty 5500mAh battery

LG are set for the release of their new flagship device, the V30. The device may sport a QHD OLED display, Snapdragon 835, and a 5500mAh battery.
Ricci Rox, 26 May 2017 18:30
OnePlus to discontinue sales of the OnePlus 3T

OnePlus to discontinue sales of the OnePlus 3T

OnePlus are set to end official sales of the highly successful OnePlus 3T, a move that will anger fans of the OEM. The 3T was released in December.
Ricci Rox, 26 May 2017 18:26
E FUN Nextbook Ares 11A Android tablet with keyboard dock and Intel Atom Z8350 processor

E FUN launches Nextbook Ares 11A tablet

This new 2-in-1 convertible Android tablet has an 11.6-inch IPS display, is powered by the Intel Atom Z8350 processor, next to 2 GB RAM and 64 GB internal storage. Those interested can purchase it from Walmart for $179 USD.
Codrut Nistor, 26 May 2017 14:59
Nubia Z17 - First device to feature Quick Charge 4.0?

Nubia Z17 - First device to feature Quick Charge 4.0?

Quick Charge 4.0 was billed for a first half release, and it looks like the Nubia Z17 will be the first device to carry this technology.
Ricci Rox, 25 May 2017 23:11
Moto X Force Android handset gets Android 7.0 Nougat starting with Latin America

Moto X Force gets Android 7.0 Nougat

This Android handset that was unveiled back in late 2015 receives the most recent major iteration of Google's mobile operating system starting with Latin America, so the Verizon-exclusive Motorola Droid Turbo 2 should get the latest security patches as well.
Codrut Nistor, 25 May 2017 21:55
Huawei Y6 2017 - Budget device with front flash

Huawei Y6 2017 - Budget device with front flash

Huwaei's new budget device, the Y6 2017, has been announced. It will carry 2GB of RAM, 16GB of storage, and a front flash.
Ricci Rox, 25 May 2017 18:18
Xiaomi Mi Max 2 Android phablet with Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 and 4 GB RAM

Xiaomi Mi Max 2 now official

This 6.44-inch phablet features a massive 5,300 mAh battery that is supposed to provide two days of regular use and uses a Snapdragon 625 processor, next to 4 GB RAM and 64 GB or 128 GB internal storage.
Codrut Nistor, 25 May 2017 16:25
Samsung Pay now official in Hong Kong after an early access phase

Samsung Pay hits Hong Kong

Concluding a brief early access phase, this mobile payments system is now fully available in Hong Kong. Apple Pay and Android Pay are both present in the area already, so gaining popularity in Hong Kong is a tough task for Samsung's service.
Codrut Nistor, 25 May 2017 16:05
Huawei P10 and P10 Plus launch event, Huawei P10 lineup coming to Canada June 2017

Huawei P10 and P10 Plus coming to Canada next month

These two new flagships are scheduled to go on sale in Canada on June 6. The P10 will be available via Rogers, Fido, Bell, and Videotron, while the P10 is expected to hit Canada exclusively via Rogers. The prices are not public yet.
Codrut Nistor, 25 May 2017 15:30
The Xperia Z3, released in Q4 2014, remains Sony's most well-received smartphone in years. (Source: Sony)

Sony discontinues upper-midrange phones

Sony has announced cuts to its "Premium Standard" product line amid profoundly disappointing international sales of those model smartphones.
Douglas Black, 25 May 2017 13:13
The Iconia One 10 features two micro-USB OTG ports to allow other peripherals while charging. (Source: Acer)

COMPUTEX 2017 | Acer announces new Iconia tablets for entertainment and productivity

Acer has announced the release of a plethora of new products at this years Computex at the company's home country of Taiwan. Both 10-inch Android tablets, the Iconia One 10 will focus on productivity while the Iconia Tab 10 targets media consumers.
Douglas Black, 25 May 2017 13:05
Leagoo M7 leak surfaces online

Leagoo M7 leak surfaces online

Pictures and details of the new Leagoo M7 leaked earlier today on Twitter and it looks like the Chinese company is bent on creating an iPhone 7 clone.
Ricci Rox, 25 May 2017 12:54
Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) Android phablet spotted with Android Nougat on board

Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) spotted with Nougat on board

This 5.7-inch phablet that arrived in South Korea last year was mentioned in the list of Nougat-compatible Samsung handsets a while ago but did not receive the new firmware yet. Now, we see it surface on GFXBench with Android 7.0 on board, so the update should arrive soon.
Codrut Nistor, 25 May 2017 12:05
Samsung Gear 360 (2017) VR camera accessory available in the US for $229 USD

Samsung Gear 360 (2017) camera hits the market for $229 USD

The new VR camera by Samsung is $100 USD cheaper than its predecessor, offering support for 4K video recording, as well as 2K live streaming to YouTube, Facebook, and other social networks.
Codrut Nistor, 25 May 2017 10:30
Samsung and Apple cleaned house in the ACSI's 2017 Customer Satisfaction Survey. (Image: ACSI)

Apple and Samsung dominate 2017 American Customer Satisfaction Index

The two brands claimed every spot in the ACSI's top 20 smartphones ranked according to customer satisfaction.
Sam Medley, 24 May 2017 23:26
Samsung Galaxy Wide 2 - Another overpriced device from Samsung?

Samsung Galaxy Wide 2 - Another overpriced device from Samsung?

Korean giants Samsung just announced the release of the new Galaxy Wide 2 - an overpriced entry level device that offers nothing new.
Ricci Rox, 24 May 2017 17:54
Xiaomi Mi Max 2 to come with massive battery and OTG support

Xiaomi Mi Max 2 to come with massive battery and OTG support

The Mi Max 2, which is likely to be announced tomorrow, will have a plus-sized battery and reverse-charging OTG capabilities.
Ricci Rox, 24 May 2017 17:49
Huawei Honor Band A2 fitness tracker coming in early June 2017

Honor Band A2 smart wearable coming next month

This new fitness tracker is a direct successor of last year's Band A1 and comes with a heart rate sensor, also featuring an OLED display and carrying a price tag of around $30 USD.
Codrut Nistor, 24 May 2017 16:05
The new 3310 is cheaper, lighter, and smaller than its predecessor — but the likeness is unmistakable. (Source: CNET)

Nostalgic Nokia 3310 now available (but not numerous)

Nokia licensee HMD Global's revamp of the icon Nokia 3310 feature-phone has gone on sale today in the UK. It's priced around US$65, but expect stock to be bought up quickly by fans.
Douglas Black, 24 May 2017 15:49
Asus ZenFone Live Android smartphone now available for purchase in India

Asus Zenfone Live arrives in India

This 5-inch handset comes with a rich set of both hardware and software features that aim to improve its live streaming and photography performance. Indian customers can pick it in gold, pink, or black, for a price tag of around $155 USD.
Codrut Nistor, 24 May 2017 15:45
Kodak Ektra camera-focused Android smartphone reaches the US market late May 2017

Kodak Ektra finally hits the US

This smartphone/digital camera hybrid was supposed to arrive in the US last month but did not make it back then. For $399 USD, this stylish handset comes with RAW support, 4K video support, as well as software solutions for quick editing of videos and images.
Codrut Nistor, 24 May 2017 15:15

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