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The Edge 20 Pro is a Motorola flagship that also supports the Ready For platform.

Motorola Edge 20 Pro flagship smartphone review verdict: Are the compromises too big?

The Motorola Edge 20 Pro is a relatively affordable flagship phone with a 144 Hz OLED panel and a Snapdragon SoC. Read our review verdict on the Edge 20 Pro to find out whether Motorola managed to find a good compromise between pr...
Marcus Herbrich, 02 Nov 2021 03:51
Is this the Galaxy S22? (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Samsung's final Galaxy S22 and S22 Plus designs are allegedly confirmed in a new leak

Samsung's alleged Galaxy S22 Ultra is thought to get a major overhaul in terms of its looks in early 2022. Now, the latest word on its possible vanilla and Plus counterparts corroborate others that suggest they will get considerab...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Nov 2021 00:01
The 11T Pro. (Source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi 11T Pro is headed to India, as per a new leak

The 11T Pro is one of Xiaomi's latest high-end phones, complete with a 120Hz AMOLED display and 120W charging. Now, a new variant of the device has allegedly turned up on a Google Play database. Its model number suggests it is des...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Nov 2021 19:47
Tensor looks to share much of its DNA with the Exynos 2100. (Source: Google)

Google Tensor's Exynos roots revealed in Pixel 6 code

Google's first try at an in-house chipset, Tensor, is proving to be rather capable. It appears, however, that the Pixel 6's chipset isn't as original as Google's marketing would lead one to believe, with code showing a strong rela...
Ricci Rox, 31 Oct 2021 22:01
The Xiaomi 12 Ultra is expected to maintain the Mi 11 Ultra's 5x zoom lens. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 12 Ultra to feature improved telephoto camera setup

Xiaomi will launch the Xiaomi 12 series in the near future and a new leak has now provided information about the line-leading Xiaomi 12 Ultra model. Apparently, the Xiaomi 12 Ultra will be equipped with a newer sensor that should ...
Ricci Rox, 31 Oct 2021 21:26
The Z Fold3 now has a One UI 4 beta. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung releases One UI 4 betas for the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Flip3

The top-end Galaxy Z Fold3 phablet has become eligible for the latest version of Samsung's One UI, as has the Galaxy Z Flip3 clamshell foldable phone. Users of either high-end device in the OEM's native South Korea can now downloa...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Oct 2021 18:57
The new Xiaoxin Pad appears online. (Source: GizTop)

Potential pricing for the Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Pro 12.6 emerges in a leak ahead of its launch

Lenovo will debut its new high-end tablet for its domestic market, China, in a few days from now. However, an online retail site claims to have it up for pre-orders for a price in US dollars ahead of this event. In more concrete p...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Oct 2021 18:26
AGM launches its Glory series of phones. (Source: AGM)

The AGM Glory is a smartphone designed to survive at temperatures as low as -40°C

Most lithium-ion batteries, those found in mobile devices included, are incapable of working when exposed to temperatures of about -20 degrees Celsius (°C) or lower. However, the new AGM Glory series of rugged Android phones has a...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Oct 2021 17:04
Xiaomi 11T smartphone review: High-End features at a budget price

87% Xiaomi 11T smartphone review: High-End features at a budget price

Also good without the "Mi". Xiaomi has won over the public with the 11T: The 6.67-inch smartphone offers high-end features including a 120 Hz display, a glass body, and fast charging at 67 watts, but it costs considerably less than the flagships of the competition. The 11T isn't always at the top, but it performs above average in many areas.
MediaTek Dimensity 1200 | ARM Mali-G77 MP9 | 6.67" | 203 g
Manuel Masiero, 31 Oct 2021 03:31
The Reno phones might get a new model name soon. (Source: OPPO)

Rumor | OPPO will launch the Reno 7 SE alongside the Reno 7 and 7 Pro later in 2021

OPPO has taken to launching Pro and Pro+ models alongside a vanilla variant when it comes to unveiling new Reno-series smartphones. Now, a new leak alleges that the OEM is going to shake this scheme up with their upcoming next gen...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Oct 2021 22:25
The Mi 11 Ultra is no longer available in India. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi discontinues the Mi 11 Ultra in India

Xiaomi has reportedly sold every unit of the super-premium Mi 11 Ultra it has for the Indian market. The Android flagship has only been on sale there for about 3 months, but is now reportedly not coming back now it is out of stock...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Oct 2021 19:19
Motorola Edge 20 Pro review

87% Motorola Edge 20 Pro review: Budget flagship smartphone with a 144 Hz display and 12 GB of RAM

The somewhat different flagship. The Edge 20 Pro is the flagship from Motorola that supports the Ready For platform. Thanks to the latter's desktop mode, the Moto phone also wants to act as a PC replacement. However, the relatively low flagship price also comes with compromises. Read on to find out what those are and whether it's worth buying.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | Qualcomm Adreno 650 | 6.70" | 185 g
Marcus Herbrich, 29 Oct 2021 20:25
The Pixel 6 Pro is now waitlist-only. (Source: Google)

The Pixel 6 Pro may face supply issues as Google sets up waitlist for many of its SKUs

Google's latest flagship phone has only been on the market for 10 days now, yet seems to be out of stock already. The OEM has had to replace its "Order" buttons with one that says "Join Waitlist" instead on its website for most of...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Oct 2021 19:22
OnePlus gets ready for Black Friday 2021. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus teases its Black Friday deals on devices such as the 9-series flagships

OnePlus has revealed that it intends to stretch Black Friday across pretty much the whole of November in 2021. It will hold offer events on various days throughout the month, which may vary from market to market. Nevertheless, the...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Oct 2021 18:24
POCO sets its last launch date for 2021. (Source: POCO)

POCO confirms the existence of the M4 Pro with a new launch announcement

POCO Global has just invited its fans to "power up" their "fun" with the M4 Pro 5G. This device (heretofore only the stuff of leaks) is now official, as its launch date. The possibly MediaTek Dimensity-based phone will do so befor...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Oct 2021 22:27
A "Galaxy S22 Ultra" render. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Rumor | Samsung will upgrade the Galaxy S22 Ultra's screen in a potentially important way

The next Galaxy S-series top-end model is slated to be a ground-breaking phone in a number of respects, even for its premium line. Now, an eminent leaker asserts that the South Korean giant has broken a specific record in developi...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Oct 2021 21:50
The "new" X30 Max teaser. (Source: Honor)

Honor launches the X30i and X30 Max as its new big-screen phones for the Chinese market

Honor has ostensibly targeted Singles' Day shoppers with its launch of the X30i and X30 Max. They might indeed appeal to those looking for a lot of display for not a lot of money; furthermore, the 2 new phones also offer new 5G-re...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Oct 2021 21:10
The Redmi Note 11. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi launches the Redmi Note 11 with a MediaTek Dimensity 810, 50 MP camera, and price tag equivalent to less than US$200

Xiaomi has now launched its new mid-range darling, the Redmi Note 11. The Redmi Note 11 debuts with a powerful 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 810, a 50 MP main camera, and solid hardware across the board. It's affordable as well, with a s...
Ricci Rox, 28 Oct 2021 14:44
The Dimensity 2000 will be MediaTek's first attempt at a flagship SoC since the disaster that was the deca-core Helio X30. (Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek Dimensity 2000 and Snapdragon 898 to feature ARM's Cortex-A710 and Cortex-A510 cores

A new leak has confirmed that the MediaTek Dimensity 2000 and Snapdragon 898 will both use ARM's new V9 architecture. This confirms the presence of X2 and Cortex-A710 cores on the upcoming flagship chipsets. Enthusiasts will also ...
Ricci Rox, 27 Oct 2021 21:12
The POCO M series might get a new flagship soon. (Source: POCO)

The "POCO M4 Pro" appears on Geekbench with a MediaTek processor and more RAM than previously thought

The M4 Pro is now rumored as the next phone to launch from the Xiaomi brand POCO. This event is looking more and more likely in the face of new Geekbench listings for a device with a model number thought to conform to the device. ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Oct 2021 19:47
These are the latest ARM GPUs, but more are coming. (Source: ARM)

ARM teases an upcoming GPU in terms of performance gains over that of its 2021 flagship

The newest top-end mobile GPU unveiled by ARM is the Mali-G710, likely to form part of upcoming SoCs such as the Dimensity 2000. However, the chipset IP colossus has now hinted at its successor, rated to improve further on the pot...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Oct 2021 17:23
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max

91% Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max smartphone review – Powerful, large, and full of features

A giant, updated. Apple again positions the iPhone 13 Pro Max as the spear head with absolute top technology in 2021. Keywords are: a 120-Hz ProMotion display, improved cameras, a new Apple A15 chip, and optional 1 TB storage. We take a detailed look at the top model.
Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A15 GPU 5-Core | 6.70" | 238 g
Florian Schmitt, 27 Oct 2021 02:28
Apple iPhone 13 Mini

90% Apple iPhone 13 mini in review: Powerful and ultracompact

Compact and refined. The iPhone 13 mini offers the same hardware as the big iPhone 13 but in a much smaller phone. Read on to find out whether there are any other differences.
Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A15 GPU 4-Core | 5.40" | 140 g
Mike Wobker, 27 Oct 2021 00:19
Nokia wants to plant trees with its customers. (Source: Nokia)

Nokia will plant 50 trees for every XR20 sold

Nokia's new "Let's Plant Together" initiative involves a commitment to getting new trees planted for every X- and G-series smartphone sold. The HMD Global brand has announced the measure as a new augment to the sustainability of i...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Oct 2021 22:42
An S21 FE render. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE launch is potentially back on as the phone's support pages reappear online

Samsung has been observed to have posted pages for a device called the SM-G990B/DS, a model number previously linked to the Galaxy S21 FE, a phone thought to have faced the axe due to supply constraints. Therefore, it seems the la...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Oct 2021 18:04
This may not be the Xiaomi 12 after all. (Source: Ice Universe via Twitter)

Rumor | The Xiaomi 12 series will come with some potentially welcome display refinements

Some recent leaks concerning Xiaomi's Mi 11-series successors have hinted that the OEM might not change these smartphones much in terms of their curved displays, a potential source of consternation among tech fans who prefer other...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Oct 2021 17:30
The Moto G100's successor could be launched in China next month

Motorola slated to launch its first Snapdragon 888-powered smartphone soon

A new leak suggests that Motorola could launch the Moto G200 under the Motorola Edge 30 moniker in China soon. The phone's key specs include a 144Hz screen, 8GB RAM, a Snapdragon 888 SoC and a 108MP primary camera sensor.
Anil Ganti, 26 Oct 2021 14:15
An Apple schematic for a periscope zoom lens. (Source: Patently Apple)

LG wins the contract to make the periscope lenses for the iPhones of the future

Apple is projected to debut iPhones with powerful zoom thanks to the addition of periscope lenses to their rear camera humps. Now, a South Korean media outlet asserts that an LG subsidiary has been engaged to produce these new mod...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Oct 2021 17:20
The Galaxy A52 5G. (Source: Samsung)

Rumor | The Galaxy A53 will come with a 120Hz display and a new colorway

Samsung is rumored to provide a successor to the Galaxy A52 5G in 2022. Now, a new leak suggests that it will reprise some of its forebear's better specs, and might launch at around the same time of year. It might, at least, break...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Oct 2021 16:32
The Redmi Note 11 will debut on October 28. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi confirms more Redmi Note 11 series details ahead of launch

Xiaomi is geared to debut the Redmi Note 11 series in China on October 28. The company has now released a series of teasers confirming important bits about the phones, with most of those features likely to satisfy expectant fans.
Ricci Rox, 25 Oct 2021 11:46
Is this the Xiaomi 12 Pro's front panel? (Source: Weibo)

Xiaomi 12 Pro: A new leak hints at a polarizing design choice in the upcoming flagship

A new tip purports to offer more insight into what might prove a successor to a premium Xiaomi smartphone. It focuses on the new "12 Pro's" display, which will apparently split fans down the middle with the return of a certain dis...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Oct 2021 16:58
OPPO's new patent. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

OPPO's latest patent might reveal its next-gen smartphone design language ahead of time

OPPO has claimed some new intellectual property that might dictate how smartphones such as those of the allegedly upcoming Reno 7 series might look. Accordingly, these devices might have 3 to 4 rear cameras with curving sides and ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Oct 2021 16:05
The TAB Pro 5G. (Source: TCL)

TCL's first-gen 5G tablet is exclusive to Verizon in the US

TCL has launched the TAB Pro 5G slate to the North American market. It has a 10-inch display and an affordable-grade Qualcomm processor for its up-to-date connectivity. This will be accessed through Verizon's network, as the table...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Oct 2021 15:29
The "X30 Max" looks familiar. (Source: Honor)

Honor announces a launch for 2 new, yet oddly familiar-looking, phones

Honor has announced that it will release 2 new phones as a Chinese Singles' Day special, although they will launch on October 28 rather than November 11, 2021. The OEM skirts around the actual names of the new phones, although som...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Oct 2021 18:57
OPPO's foldable phone might be based on this prototype. (Source: Weibo)

Rumor | OPPO has a 2021 launch date for its first-gen foldable

A reliable Weibo leaker now claims that OPPO will hold a "blockbuster" launch event before the end of 2021, and that its inaugural foldable smartphone is likely to be the star of this show. The device is painted as a bona fide riv...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Oct 2021 18:24
The Y71t. (Source: Vivo)

Vivo launches a new 6.44-inch display phone while another allegedly waits in the wings

Vivo has made the latest member of its more affordable Y series of smartphones official. The Y71t has an FHD+ 6.44-inch AMOLED display and a Dimensity 810 SoC. However, it seems the next device to launch from this OEM with the sam...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Oct 2021 17:25
The Nova 9. (Source: Huawei)

Update | The Huawei Nova 9 series is coming to Europe for under US$600

Huawei's latest Nova-series phones are veritable unicorns in the smartphone industry, having launched in China with a 4G/LTE-only version of the Snapdragon 778G. Now, some new leaks allege that they are coming to Europe, bringing ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Oct 2021 22:49
Main PC system with 5G antenna on top, power battery module in the middle and Bluetooth speaker module on the bottom. (Image Source: Gigabyte)

Aorus Project Cielo: Gigabyte's take on modular PCs

Gigabyte envisions a future where gaming PCs combine fast 5G connectivity with modular design. The Aorus Project Cielo features a main PC module with integrated 5G antenna, and users can add a battery module for increased mobility...
Bogdan Solca, 21 Oct 2021 18:14
OPPO launches the K9s. (Source: OPPO via Weibo)

The OPPO K9s launches with the Snapdragon 778G processor, a 3.5mm jack and more

OPPO has made the latest addition to its 2021 K9 series official today (October 20, 2021). This new variant has a FHD+ 120Hz display, driven by one of the year's most prominent mid-range 5G processors with "7-layer" cooling. It st...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Oct 2021 19:22
The Z5x is official. (Source: iQOO)

The iQOO Z5x is the world's latest Dimensity 900 smartphone with a 120Hz display and a 50MP main camera

iQOO has made its latest smartphone official today. This more affordable counterpart to the existing Z5 will stand out in its segment thanks to its processor and its rear camera system. The Dimensity 900 is not found on many other...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Oct 2021 18:48
The Dimensity 2000 could change the status quo. (Source: MediaTek)

Leaked MediaTek Dimensity 2000 and Snapdragon 898 details strongly indicate MediaTek performance superiority

A new leak has revealed details of both the Snapdragon 898 and MediaTek's upcoming Dimensity 2000. Both chips are similar with a few notable differences, but those differences hint at the MediaTek chipset having a performance edge...
Ricci Rox, 20 Oct 2021 11:20
The iPad Mini 6 is small, attractive, and optionally also includes 5G.

Apple iPad Mini 2021: Finally a fresh design for Apple's smallest tablet

It was about time: The wide bezels are now finally also things of the past in the iPad Mini 6. Find out here, why else the small tablet impressed us.
Florian Schmitt, 20 Oct 2021 01:58
Google intros the Pixel 6 series. (Source: Google)

Google touts the Pixel 6 camera systems as the best ones smartphones have to offer

Google has announced the "most advanced smartphone camera" as part of its new Pixel 6 series. It introduces the latest modes and features developed for this historically competent line, Magic Eraser, Motion Mode, Real Tone and Fac...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Oct 2021 22:19
The new Q3s. (Source: Realme)

Realme launches the Watch T1 alongside the Q3s and GT Neo2T

Realme has launched its latest smartphones, the GT Neo2T and Q3s, in China today (October 19, 2021) as teased earlier. However, they are accompanied by a slightly less expected product: the Watch T1. It is a round-faced smartwatch...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Oct 2021 18:08
Redmi is slated to launch the Notes 11 soon. (Source: Weibo)

Rumor | The Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus will launch soon with up to 120W charging

Redmi is projected to launch the Note 11 series of mid-range smartphones soon. It has been said to consist of vanilla and Pro variants, with up to 67W fast charging. However, prominent Chinese leakers now assert there is a third o...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Oct 2021 17:10
The iPhone 13 Pro. (Source: Apple)

A white-hat hacker reportedly takes just 1 second to jailbreak an iPhone 13 Pro

A "white hat" has reportedly jailbroken an iPhone 13-series unit in what might be record time and to the highest level of access. Furthermore, this exploit was apparently done remotely, and allowed the hacker in question to access...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Oct 2021 22:10
Some Samsung 5G solutions. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung, Qualcomm and Verizon claim to break the world record for 5G upload speeds

Verizon, Samsung and Qualcomm have collaborated on a project directed toward raising the limit for upload speeds over 5G. This was done using a combination of mmWave and other bands to produce a result estimated at over 700 megabi...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Oct 2021 16:00
iQOO hypes the Z5s' specs. (Source: iQOO via Weibo)

The iQOO Z5x is coming with a mid-range Dimensity processor

iQOO has already launched the Z5; now, a new phone with a very similar name is coming. The brand has confirmed this device will launch in late 2021. It is destined for a MediaTek processor rather than the Qualcomm platform of the ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Oct 2021 23:35
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Review - Bombastic smartphone with minor weaknesses

91% Apple iPhone 13 Pro Review - Bombastic smartphone with minor weaknesses

13 is the charm! The iPhone goes into the next round with a 120-Hz panel, a bigger battery and an improved camera system. In our review, the iPhone 13 Pro has earned not only superlatives but also a few points of criticism.
Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A15 GPU 5-Core | 6.10" | 203 g
Daniel Schmidt, 17 Oct 2021 22:24
The impending K9s. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO announces a launch for a new mid-range version of the K9 Pro

OPPO has confirmed a launch for a new device for later in October 2021. It is quite like the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra-inspired K9 Pro in its looks, although it is slated to have the premium mid-tier Snapdragon 778G platform rather than ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Oct 2021 16:56

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