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Is the Galaxy Z Flip 6 the laziest Samsung folding phone ever? (Image Source: Samsung)

Is the Galaxy Z Flip 6 the laziest Samsung folding phone ever? 5 things to consider before buying one

CheckMag The Galaxy Z Flip 6 has arrived, maintaining a similar look to its predecessor but incorporating a faster processor, extended battery life, and advanced AI features. If you're considering this phone in 2024, below are five key det...

Triet Le, 25 Jul 2024 13:32

Nothing plans to launch another mid-range smartphone soon (image source: Nothing)

Nothing Phone 2a Plus confirmed to launch with MediaTek's newest Dimensity 7000 series SoC

Nothing has confirmed its newest mid-range smartphone, the Nothing Phone 2a Plus, will use a MediaTek Dimensity SoC. The phone will be launched soon on July 31.

Anil Ganti, 25 Jul 2024 13:20

New information about the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra's battery has emerged online (image source: Notebookcheck)

Disappointing Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra battery capacity and charging wattage revealed by new leak

Prolific leaker Ice Universe says Samsung has no plans to upgrade the Galaxy S25 Ultra's battery specs. Essentially, its specs are indistinguishable from its predecessor.

Anil Ganti, 25 Jul 2024 12:45

Fitbit's smartwatches and fitness trackers often inherit tech from the higher-end Pixel Watches (Image source: Fitbit - edited)

Fitbit's latest update brings YouTube Music control, improved heart-rate tracking to multiple models

Fitbit has released a firmware update for four of its smartwatches and fitness trackers, bringing the ability to remotely control YouTube Music as well as more accurate heart rate tracking and GPS-based mapping, among other enhanc...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 25 Jul 2024 12:14

The Vivo X200 Pro is coming to Europe, as a British provider has already confirmed. A 200 MP phone photo is also likely. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X200 Pro: Global version for Europe confirmed, 200 MP Zeiss telephoto likely to be identical to the Vivo X100 Ultra

For the first time, there is a concrete indication of the planned availability of the Vivo X100 Pro successor in Europe, and a leaker recently again commented on an aspect of the Zeiss camera, which will probably inherit an import...

Alexander Fagot, 25 Jul 2024 11:21

Xiaomi 14T and 14T Pro camera hardware specs leak online

The Xiaomi 14T series is likely two months away from launch but details of the phone have now surfaced in the wild, courtesy of Xiaomi code. The latest leak reveals details of the phones' cameras, with the duo apparently sharing m...

Ricci Rox, 25 Jul 2024 09:41

In Q2 2023, only 10% of new iPhone buyers switched from Android (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Report shows Android had its worst second quarter in years as more users switch to iPhone

CIRP, a third-party analytics firm, reports that 17% of iPhone buyers in Q2 2024 were previous Android users. This is the highest second-quarter percentage recorded by the firm in the past five years.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Jul 2024 09:36

The Galaxy S24 Ultra can now be picked up on Amazon US for under $1,000 in three colour options. (Image source: Samsung)

Deal | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: Samsung's flagship for 2024 hits lowest price ever on Amazon

While Samsung continues to sell the Galaxy S24 Ultra at its $1,299.99 MSRP, Amazon has taken it upon itself to heavily discount the handset below $1,000. As a result, it is now possible to purchase the device for as little as $965...

Alex Alderson, 24 Jul 2024 20:28

OPPO Find X8 Ultra tipped to ditch two-tone vegan leather look of predecessor

OPPO's Find X7 Ultra is probably the Xiaomi 13 Ultra's greatest rival in terms of being top-end Android smartphones with round camera humps that dominate vegan leather-covered rear panels. However, the maker of the former is ready...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Jul 2024 18:51

The V40 Pro might look like this. (Source: Vivo)

Vivo V40 Pro leaks out as upcoming Android smartphone with former flagship SoC

One of Vivo's next Android smartphones will launch with specs that might have been thought of as high-end just 2 years ago, yet will probably go for a mid-range price in 2024. There is evidence that the V40 Pro will also debut wit...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Jul 2024 18:16

The Edge 50 Neo may have the smallest battery in the Edge 50 series at 4,310 mAh. (Image source: YTECHB)

Edge 50 Neo: Leakers reveal new details about next 5G Motorola mid-range smartphone

The launch of the Motorola Edge 50 Neo is appears to be on the horizon. Although the company has not commented on anything official yet, it has allegedly sought to have leakers take down images showing the device.

Alex Alderson, 24 Jul 2024 18:01

The Edge 50 5G is referred to as the 'Moto Edge 50 5G' by some sources. (Image source: Motorola - edited)

Motorola prepares to launch 'world's slimmest MIL-810 military grade phone' as leakers reveal design and specs

Motorola has outlined plans to release a new smartphone, which it claims will be the 'world's slimmest MIL-810 military grade phone'. While the company is attempting to keep the device under wraps for now, various leakers have not...

Alex Alderson, 24 Jul 2024 17:49

The Pixel 9 Pro XL will be the largest model in the Pixel 9 series. (Image source: Pixophone)

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL shown in comparison video with Pixel 8 Pro

Google is just under three weeks away from revealing a slew of new Pixel products. In the meantime, more footage of the Pixel 9 Pro XL has leaked online showing the differences between it and the current Pixel 8 Pro.

Alex Alderson, 24 Jul 2024 17:27

The POCO F6 Deadpool Edition will arrive with a distinctive design. (Image source: @Himanshu_POCO)

Xiaomi POCO F6 refresh pictured before July 26 release

Xiaomi is preparing to release a new version of the POCO F6, which lands on July 26. In the meantime, the company has showcased what the device looks like, as has a reliable leaker.

Alex Alderson, 24 Jul 2024 14:59

The Xiaomi Mix Flip has a 4-inch external display. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mix Flip confirmed to be coming to Europe, will be priced at €1300/$1400

A Xiaomi representative revealed that the foldable Mix Flip phone will launch outside China, with Bulgaria among five initial markets in Central and Eastern Europe. The Mix Flip has a dual-display design, a powerful Snapdragon 8 G...

Anubhav Sharma, 24 Jul 2024 09:10

It appears Samsung is gearing up to release Android 15 soon in the form of One UI 7.0 beta. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung's Android 15-based One UI 7.0 beta could be just around the corner with buttery smooth animations in tow

A recent leak from Ice Universe indicates that Samsung may release the first beta of One UI 7.0 in July or August. If things go as planned, the Galaxy S24 series will be the first to receive the major OS update in its beta form. T...

Ashish Singh, 24 Jul 2024 00:01

As a part of World Emoji Day, Google is bringing 7 new emojis in September this year. (Source: Google)

Google shows off 7 brand new emojis on World Emoji Day, with "Emoji Kitchen" now available via Google Search

Google celebrated World Emoji Day by announcing new emoji and features. Seven new emoji, including a fingerprint and a leafless tree, are arriving in September. Emoji Kitchen, a feature allowing users to combine emoji, has grown t...

Anubhav Sharma, 23 Jul 2024 20:43

Nubia advertises the Z60S Pro as supporting AI features like Magic Eraser. (Image source: Nubia)

Nubia Z60S Pro joins Nubia Z60 Ultra Leading Version in global release

Nubia has presented the Z60S Pro, an upper mid-range smartphone. Principally, Nubia hopes to set the Z60S Pro apart from its competitors with an innovative triple camera set-up that includes a 35 mm primary camera and is supported...

Alex Alderson, 23 Jul 2024 17:25

Google's new design language will not extend across the entire Pixel 9 series. (Image source: @Sudhanshu1414)

Leaker reveals Google Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro XL in official images

Google has been trying to get ahead of leakers by sharing teasers about its forthcoming smartphones. However, one renowned leaker has now posted official-looking images of two models, which Google will launch next month as the Pix...

Alex Alderson, 23 Jul 2024 17:11

The Honor V60? (Source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

Honor X60 shows up as upcoming Android smartphone with substantial design update in new leak

Honor's X60 series of 2024 smartphones is projected to come with more up-to-date displays and even bigger batteries than their X50 predecessors. Now, they are also tipped to be unrecognizable compared to their forebears, with a si...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jul 2024 16:11

Samsung's first 'Ultra' foldable may be difficult to obtain outside of a few select markets. (Image source: Ice Universe)

Galaxy Z Fold6 Ultra: Leaker claims that ultra-premium Samsung foldable will mirror the Galaxy S24 Ultra with a wide cover display

Increasingly, Android OEMs are leaning towards adopting wider cover displays for their book-style foldables, whether that be Honor, Oppo or Vivo. According to a reliable leaker, Samsung will soon join the party with the Galaxy Z F...

Alex Alderson, 23 Jul 2024 15:37

Samsung's high-end tablets are a few weeks away from launch (image source: Notebookcheck)

Industry analyst reaffirms October launch window for Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ and Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra

Industry analyst Ross Young says the Galaxy Tab S10+ and Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra will enter mass production in August and likely hit shelves in October. Young also states Samsung will offer the tablets in two colourways.

Anil Ganti, 23 Jul 2024 12:44

The Xiaomi POCO x Deadpool x Wolverine Special Limited Edition looks to have a metallic red finish. (Source: Yogesh Brar on X/Twitter)

First look at POCO x Deadpool limited edition smartphone reveals back camera design

A new POCO x Deadpool smartphone leak has surfaced online, and it appears to be a rebranded POCO F6 (as previously revealed) in Deadpool's signature crimson red skin. The leak shows the Deadpool insiginia surrounding the device's ...

Anubhav Sharma, 23 Jul 2024 11:52

The Ring is a $399 wearable competing with smartwatches on several fronts (Image source: Samsung)

Galaxy Ring: iPhone compatibility reportedly in the works as Android 11+ compatibility confirmed

At the time of launch, many assumed that the Galaxy Ring would only work with Samsung phones and tablets. As it turns out, any Android phone running Android 11 or above will do. Better yet, the wearable might get iOS support soon.

Ashish Singh, 23 Jul 2024 11:36

The Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 will likely offer a 15% upgrade in single-core performance over its predecessor. (Source: Geekbench)

Qualcomm's mid-range Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 launches next month; Redmi, Realme, Vivo and Motorola likely to be first OEMs to feature chip

A new leak, courtesy of Yogesh Brar, revealed the launch date and availability of the upcoming Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset. The specs are in line with the previously revealed Geekbench listing, which showcased the single-core and ...

Anubhav Sharma, 23 Jul 2024 09:48

Google's new TV streaming device will sit under your TV. (image source: 9to5Google)

First look at Chromecast with Google TV successor shows a brand new design

The Google TV Streamer will succeed the Chromecast with Google TV (4K). It will also ditch the dongle form factor for a set-top box design and ship with a somewhat different remote.

Habeeb Onawole, 23 Jul 2024 02:54

The first teardown video shows us the new vapor chamber cooling system of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6. (Image source: Samsung)

Galaxy Z Flip 6 teardown shows the first vapor chamber cooling in a Samsung flip phone

The first teardown video for the brand new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 shows how best to look inside your new flip phone, what to look out for and, above all, what you can find inside. It also reveals the first vapor chamber cooling sy...

Alexander Fagot, 23 Jul 2024 02:11

The OnePlus Open may have another six months of life left in it before being replaced. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

OnePlus Open 2: Leaker discusses mammoth battery capacity and release window for early Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 foldable

A typically reliable leaker has commented on the state of the OnePlus Open 2, which will likely reach many markets as the Oppo Find N5. Allegedly, the OnePlus Open 2 could combine a Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset with a huge 6,000 mAh...

Alex Alderson, 22 Jul 2024 19:34

Xiaomi sells global versions of the MIX Flip in Hong Kong. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi MIX Flip: Global model is already available worldwide for about as much as Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 rival

The MIX Flip is slated to soon receive a global release. However, it is already possible to pick up Xiaomi's crack at a Motorola Razr 50 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 competitor outside China. Better still, the global version o...

Alex Alderson, 22 Jul 2024 18:23

The Pixel 9 Pro XL will succeed the Pixel 8 Pro. (Image source: XDA Forums)

New leak reveals that more efficient modem technology with satellite connectivity support is headed to Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

A new leak has highlighted more details about Google's Pixel 8 Pro successor. Arriving next month as the Pixel 9 Pro XL, the device will not only be available with a third more RAM, but also a new modem that should reduce power co...

Alex Alderson, 22 Jul 2024 18:14

The Cubot KingKong X has a second display on the back. (Image source: Cubot).

Cubot KingKong X 5G rugged phone hits store shelves with a heavy discount

The Cubot KingKong X is a beefed up version of the KingKong AX. It's now available to buy with a pretty steep discount.

Habeeb Onawole, 22 Jul 2024 17:59

The Xiaomi MIX Flip is Xiaomi's first clamshell-style foldable smartphone. (Image source: Xiaomi).

Xiaomi MIX Flip to launch in Europe & some parts of Asia soon

The Xiaomi MIX Flip will get a global launch. It will also carry a lower price tag than its main rival, the Galaxy Z Flip 6.

Habeeb Onawole, 22 Jul 2024 10:46

The Nubia Z60S Pro will likely have a 5100 mAh battery and AI features, as per the promo image. (Source: ITHome)

Nubia's Z60S Pro revealed in promo image, showcasing back design, camera module and features

The Nubia Z60S Pro appeared in an online promotional image. Unveiling on July 23rd, the Nubia Z60S Pro sports a 35mm main camera and a rumored Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor (as per Geekbench). The device has built-in satellite comm...

Anubhav Sharma, 22 Jul 2024 10:30

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra has made its Geekbench debut (image source: Notebookcheck)

Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra: Geekbench listing confirms high-end tablet will launch with a MediaTek Dimensity 9300+

A new Geekbench listing shows the global Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra running a Dimensity 9300+. This confirms the entire lineup (Galaxy Tab S10+ and Ultra) will launch MediaTek's flagship SoC.

Anil Ganti, 22 Jul 2024 09:26

The renders reveal the 8MP rear camera module, and the inscription 'Dolby Atmos' on the bottom edge of the Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE 8.7. (Source: Sudhanshu Ambhore on X)

Xiaomi Redmi Pad SE 8.7 leak reveals renders and specifications of upcoming budget tablet

A new leak, courtesy of Sudhanshu Ambhore, hints at Xiaomi's upcoming budget tablet, the Redmi Pad SE 8.7. This 8.7-inch tablet could boast a MediaTek processor, 4GB of RAM, and an 8MP rear camera. While expandable storage, Blueto...

Anubhav Sharma, 22 Jul 2024 07:58

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 will be the first devices to move to Google Messages. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung to ditch native messaging app for Google Messages, starting with the Z Fold6 and Z Flip6

As per 9to5Google, Samsung is dropping its own messaging app on new Galaxy phones in favor of Google Messages. Google is already driving RCS messaging, and this move will only align with the same. RCS has already been proved to be...

Anubhav Sharma, 22 Jul 2024 06:36

The Magic V3 is thinner and lighter than its predecessor, among other hardware improvements. (Image source: Honor)

Honor Magic V3: Leaker reveals Honor's global plans for new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 rival

It seems that Honor will release the Magic V3 globally after all. Although the company decided against confirming as much during the device's initial launch, a leaker has shared evidence of Honor's global plans for its new Samsung...

Alex Alderson, 22 Jul 2024 00:04

Google has already revealed what the back of the Pixel 9 Pro looks like. (Image source: Google)

Google reveals 22 reasons to switch to upcoming Pixel 9 Pro with a dig aimed at Apple gatekeeping

Google is gearing to release next-generation Pixel smartphones under the Pixel 9 series. While Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel Fold successors will not arrive until August 13, Google has already shared 22 reasons why it thinks peop...

Alex Alderson, 21 Jul 2024 23:45

Silver Shadow is reportedly the most popular Galaxy Z Fold 6 color among buyers. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 pre-orders fall short of last year's models despite impressive numbers

The 2024 Galaxy Z Fold6 and the Galaxy Z Flip6 have recorded some impressive pre-order numbers in Korea. However, even with pre-orders north of 900,000, Samsung's newest foldable have failed to dethrone last year's Galaxy Z Fold5 ...

Fawad Murtaza, 20 Jul 2024 16:10

Deal | Motorola Razr Plus 2023 drops to lowest price yet for commemorative new sale

With a 165Hz pOLED main display, wireless charging and a powerful Qualcomm chipset, the Razr Plus was one of the most advanced clamshell foldable smartphones of 2023. Now, it is cheaper than ever before, as Motorola gears up to ce...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Jul 2024 14:41

The Xiaomi Mix Flip has been launched in China (image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mix Flip: Galaxy Z Flip 6 competitor launches with large cover screen and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3

Xiaomi's first-ever clamshell-style foldable, the Xiaomi Mix Flip, is finally here. It comes with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 4,800 mAh battery and two Leica-branded camera sensors.

Anil Ganti, 20 Jul 2024 11:31

The Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 has been launched in China (image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 launched with a colossal screen and premium Leica-branded camera hardware

Xiaomi has shown off its newest foldable: the Mix Fold 4. It comes with a high-end Qualcomm SoC, a 5,100 mAh battery, four camera sensors and a sleek chassis that measures just 9.47 mm folded. For now, it is available only in Chin...

Anil Ganti, 20 Jul 2024 10:07

Anthropic has launched its free Android chatbot app powered by Claude 3.5 Sonnet. (Image source: Anthropic)

Anthropic launches free Android AI chatbot app powered by Claude 3.5 Sonnet

Anthropic has launched its free Android AI chatbot app powered by Claude 3.5 Sonnet. The app enables users to ask the AI questions and receive detailed answers and analysis. The app can be used to summarize office documents and em...

David Chien, 20 Jul 2024 08:36

Pixel users can idly stare at the spaceship as it flies endlessly through space. (Source: 9to5Google)

You can set the space mini-game from Android 14's Easter egg as your screensaver with Android 15 Beta 4

With the new Android 15 Beta 4 update, users will get the ability to turn the Android 14 space minigame Easter egg into a "Landroid" screensaver. The final, polished version likely arrives with the Pixel 9 launch later in 2024, wi...

Anubhav Sharma, 20 Jul 2024 05:18

Samsung is also expected to integrate newer Galaxy AI features from One UI 6.1.1 with the new update (Image source: Daniel Schmidt / Notebookcheck)

Samsung's August 2024 security patch will be critical for Galaxy devices, company states

Samsung Galaxy devices are now confirmed to receive a crucial security update in August 2024. This update addresses a major vulnerability (CVE-2024-32896) that affects all Android phones and tablets, not just Pixels. While some ne...

Anubhav Sharma, 19 Jul 2024 20:43

The K70 Extreme and Supreme Champion Editions. (Source: Redmi)

Redmi K70 Extreme Edition launches alongside Lamborghini-inspired Supreme Champion variant

Redmi has finally unleashed the top-end, or Extreme, variant of its flagship K70-series Android smartphones. It comes with an up-to-4,000 nit 1.5K AMOLED screen touted to maintain 144fps gaming. The Dimensity 9300 Plus-powered "Pe...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jul 2024 20:21

Nubia's next top flagships. (Source: Nubia)

Nubia Z60S Pro to launch alongside second premium smartphone with (probably) nearly the same SoC

To say Nubia is not done with its 2024 series of flagship Android smartphones would be an understatement. The brand has just revealed that the Z60S Pro will debut alongside the top-end Z60 Ultra Leading Version. All signs point to...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jul 2024 18:32

Redmi K70 Ultra Extreme Edition is the latest addition to the series (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi K70 Ultra Extreme Edition: new leak reveals more details, 3840Hz PWM+DC dimming, 24GB RAM and more

New leaks from a popular Weibo leaker named Digital Chat Station just revealed many details of the Redmi K70 Ultra Extreme Edition ahead of launch. The device will have multiple variants going from a 12GB RAM + 256GB ROM configura...

Chibuike Okpara, 19 Jul 2024 14:13

Samsung Z Fold 6 Ultra & Slim still planned for a future release (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Ultra/Slim variant reportedly still under development

Samsung's rumored 'Ultra' Galaxy Z Fold 6 isn't just a pipe dream. New firmware developments suggest the special variant is alive and kicking, but with a twist. Which markets might get their hands on this exclusive foldable, and w...

Nathan Ali, 19 Jul 2024 10:36

Google also posted a teaser video earlier today, focusing on the Pixel 9 Pro Fold's camera module and AI features. (Source: Google)

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is officially coming to India

Google confirmed an Indian launch for the Pixel 9 Pro Fold via their X account, with the date being August 14th - one day after the overseas launch. Previous leaks have revealed the pricing and configurations for the Pixel 9, Pro,...

Anubhav Sharma, 19 Jul 2024 07:27