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Honor is thought to release updated software based on the latest version of Android to go with its new Magic8 series of flagship Android smartphones. Now, its name has allegedly been confirmed in a new leak. The report also claims to reveal a general window for the release of its first-ever publicly available build.

Oppo's latest Android smartphone has a slim, light and modern form-factor, yet also packs a huge 7,000mAh battery to go with its 6.8-inch display. It also boasts premium-grade water- and dust-resistance despite its mid-range Qualcomm processor. The A6 Max has debuted at less than $250 in China, yet might serve as a harbinger of a much more expensive device.

Light, stable, durable and fast. The Honor Pad 10 proves in our review that it has a lot to offer. Buyers also don't have to dig too deep into their pockets for the 12.1-inch tablet, as it is currently available together with a stylus and keyboard for just €300.

The Honor Magic V5 is considered the slimmest foldable phone, provided you choose the right colour, but it also has a few other superlatives to offer. Honor claims it has set five world records.

New official Samsung animations in One UI 8 hint at a rather unusual way of folding a double-folding tablet, which neither follows the Z-pattern familiar from the Huawei Mate XT nor the folding method previously expected for the first Samsung tri-foldable.

Does it survive the bend test? This question hardly needs to be asked in view of the high-quality build of the Pixel 10 Pro XL. What's more exciting about the durability test on the JerryRigEverything YouTube channel are the hints of major changes inside the latest Google phone, which make for an interesting teardown.

Xiaomi will present the Redmi K90 series in China before the end of the year. The phones will then be rebranded as the Poco F8 series globally in the first year, with a new leak now outlining key hardware upgrades for the duo.

The Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro is expected to debut in September 2025, and recent reports hinted it will see a performance upgrade. XiaomiTime now reports that it's "virtually certain" that the Pad 8 Pro will pack the next-gen Snapdragon flagship SoC.

The OnePlus 15 is rumored to drop the distinctive rear camera hump of its predecessor to launch as its brand's latest flagship later in 2025. That change might be less prepossessing than suggested by the hype to date, according to a new image based on the color options most recently linked to the supposedly upcoming Android smartphone.

The Galaxy S26 Edge is projected to launch as a second-gen flagship smartphone with an even thinner chassis than that of its ultra-slim predecessor. It is also believed to have a bigger battery, although a new leak suggests that only one part of those optimistic, potentially iPhone 17 Air-destroying rumors might come to pass.

Huawei has now confirmed a launch date and name for its upcoming compact high-end tablet. The MatePad Mini is scheduled to debut alongside the tri-folding Mate XTs, and will arrive with an OLED screen and 5G connectivity.

The iQoo 15 Mini is expected to debut as a compact flagship Android smartphone. A new leak reveals its release timeline along with chipset and display details.

The Find X9 Pro is expected to be the highest-end new Android smartphone released by Oppo in the third quarter of 2025. The flagship has now reportedly appeared on an official Chinese database ahead of this event. This leak purports to confirm the device's model number as well as its wired charging speed.

Initially, the Honor X9b's camera delivered disappointing, flat images with poor dynamic range. But the latest software update has finally given it life in 2025.

Rather than launch a dedicated kids tablet, Xiaomi has decided to release a Redmi Pad 2 bundle that includes a colorful rugged case and stylus. With these accessories, the Redmi Pad 2 practically becomes a kids tablet, although parents will have to curate their own apps and games for their kids.

Once again, South Korean manufacturer Samsung's latest Galaxy Z Fold 7 advertising video makes fun of the fact that Apple still does not have a foldable in its portfolio. It also alludes to the iPhone's lack of versatility as a hands-free device.

Tecno India has announced that it is about to unleash the "world's thinnest smartphone" - or rather, the device that will fit that description on its September 2025 launch date. The Pova Slim is indeed projected to be as thin as the average pencil, yet pack battery and charging specs similar to those of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. It might also have dual 50MP cameras, although other aspects of its design might not be to all Tecno fans' taste.

Devices such as the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, Oppo Find X8 Ultra and Vivo X200 Ultra compete for the top spot on smartphone camera rankings with the industry's most powerful periscope zoom rear cameras, optimized via high-profile partnerships with companies such as Leica, Zeiss and Hasselblad. Another Android brand is now thought to also have both of those things for the first time in its own 2025/26 flagship.

The Vivo X300 and Vivo X300 Pro are expected to be two of several early smartphones to showcase MediaTek's new Dimensity 9500 chipset. Now, a leaker has indicated when both smartphones will be available, just after Vivo teased camera hardware upgrades.

In a budget smartphone, such as the Samsung Galaxy A06, cost-cutting is often necessary. This is often particularly evident in the camera hardware. What should buyers expect, and what expectations are unreasonable?

The Xiaomi HyperOS 3 beta program is now live, and a total of eight eligible phones and tablets have received the first test build of the Android 16 skin. The Redmi K80 Pro and Xiaomi 15 are among the first smartphones to get the update.

A reliable leaker has shared the first photos of a new mid-range Motorola smartphone. Allegedly arriving early next month, the Edge 60 Neo would be the sixth Edge 60 smartphone that Motorola has announced so far.

Samsung's next-gen flagship chipset, the Exynos 2600, has now made another appearance on Geekbench. The chipset, coded as "S5E9965", stuns—delivering single-core and multi-core numbers noticeably higher than the Snapdragon 8 Elite manages on average.

The OnePlus 15 is expected to debut in the coming months in China. Ahead of the launch, a leak has detailed the memory configurations of the upcoming flagship. It also suggests that the device will be offered in purple, along with two additional color options.

AYN has provided a first look at the Odin 3 which will succeed the Odin 2 that was released in 2023. The upcoming handheld looks nothing like its predecessor but more like the Odin 2 Portal.

The OnePlus 15 has shown up on Geekbench with the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2, 16 GB of RAM and Android 16. Its performance is rather disappointing because the chip is not running at its full potential.

New tests have now showcased one potential stand-out quality of the Tensor G5 on Google's Pixel 10 Pro XL. The flagship phone was put through 3DMark's brutal WildLife Extreme Stress Test, showing off its rather impressive stability in the process.

A new leak says Qualcomm's next-gen flagship SoC might not launch as the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2. Instead, it will bring back the Snapdragon 8 Gen branding with a twist.

The somewhat controversial camera experts at DxOMark have just published their Pixel 10 Pro XL camera review, and it concludes with a very good result and a top spot in their ranking of best smartphone cameras. Right behind the Huawei Pura 80 Ultra, Oppo Find X8 Ultra and Vivo X200 Ultra, Google captures the fourth place, ahead of Apple's iPhone 16 Pro Max.

The Samsung Galaxy A07 (4G) launched at ~$86, offering 6 years of OS updates. A new leak now suggests Samsung will launch the Galaxy M07, featuring identical specifications and software support.

When it comes to consumer technology, it's not unusual to see a new device lagging behind its predecessor in some areas. In this case, early camera comparisons have shown that the Pixel 10 is some steps behind the Pixel 9 in a key area.

The Realme 15T is depicted as an iPhone clone in its most recent leaks. It could be much more than that, as it is also tipped to be the brand's thinnest mid-range 7,000mAh smartphone on its launch. It might also be more expensive than previously thought, even though its base model is believed to have the same amount of RAM and storage as that of its predecessor.

The Motorola Edge (2025) has debuted as one of the Samsung Galaxy A56's main rivals in the United States. Its maker has announced that it is offering a free wearable priced at $199.99 with every purchase of the new Android smartphone for a limited time. Alternatively, the latest Edge is $100 off its normal listed price elsewhere.

The Epic Games Store has decided to offer a new free game for Android and iOS gamers. Available for a limited time, Machinarium is a highly rated side-scroller on both platforms, typically sold for $6.99.

The game emulation space on Android is seeing some steady progress, but in terms of PS2 emulators, nothing significant has happened after AetherSX2. However, it seems that will change when the PlayStation 2 emulator ARMSX2 fully debuts.

Motorola's Edge series is known for its curved displays which look aesthetically nice but can be a pain to deal with. Now, it seems Motorola has taken feedback from users and plans to switch to a flat display for next year's Motorola Edge.

The Galaxy Tab S11 flagship tablet series is expected to be revealed at the Galaxy Unpacked event. Ahead of the official release, a listing indicates there could be a Tab S11 Enterprise Edition alongside the standard and Ultra models. Pricing details suggest the lineup will start at $809 and go up to $1,699.

The Honor Magic V5, touted to be the thinnest book-style foldable phone in the market, is now officially available in Western Europe. The Snapdragon 8 Elite folding smartphone in this specific market starts at £1,699.99 or €1,999.

The Honor MagicPad 3 recently became available in the UK, and now, the company has released the thin and light tablet in Western Europe. It's available in Gray and White color options, and the starting price is £599.99.

iQOO has long been rumored to be developing a compact flagship tablet akin to models like the Redmi K Pad and RedMagic Astra. Earlier reports indicated the tablet's release had been pushed back to 2026, but a new leak now claims the project has been placed on hold.

Samsung has begun rolling out the Android 16-based One UI 8 Beta 6 update to the Galaxy S25 series. The firmware focuses on key bug fixes and security and is likely the final step before the official public release in September.

Xiaomi has now detailed HyperOS 3 after teasing the new OS update yesterday. Launching on dozens of devices later this month as part of a public beta program, HyperOS 3 makes various changes from HyperOS 2, including a few 'inspired' by Apple and iOS.

Three unreleased Xiaomi smartphones have surfaced in a new leak. Expected to launch this autumn as the Xiaomi 16, Xiaomi 16 Pro and Xiaomi 16 Pro Max, the trio appear set to arrive with faster charging than last year's Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Pro.

Samsung has shared details of its next Galaxy Unpacked event. Its second event this summer, the company has also hinted at what devices are to come ahead of time.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ is an affordable Android tablet with an 11-inch display and a 90Hz refresh rate. It is currently available on Amazon at a reduced price.

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