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Vivo T4 Ultra slated to launch as Android smartphone with premium camera feature

Vivo India has confirmed that the affordable T4 series of Android smartphones is getting a new flagship soon. The Ultra is backed to land with "flagship-grade zoom" thanks to an extra lens set into its familiar-looking camera hump...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 May 2025 19:49

Google Pixel 10 series backed to sport satellite connectivity thanks to new modem

Google has reportedly switched to TSMC to make the new Tensor G5 processor to power the upcoming Pixel 10 series. The upcoming smartphones should need a new modem, then, and have allegedly just found one with all the up-to-date fe...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 May 2025 19:07

Huawei is reportedly working on two different 3 nm chips

A Taiwanese media outlet reports Huawei has started working on a 3 nm carbon nanotube-based semiconductor. Alternatively, a 3 nm GAA FET chip is expected to tape-out in 2026.

Anil Ganti, 30 May 2025 16:14

Honor X70 tipped to upgrade to AMOLED display and ~7,000mAh battery in 2025

The Honor X series is a range of ~$200 Android smartphones, which boast specs such as 108MP rear cameras despite their price in their latest iteration. Now, the vanilla X70 is backed to ditch the LCD display of its forebear later ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 May 2025 19:58

Realme Neo7 Turbo debuts as cutting-edge 144Hz Android flagship killer for less than $300

The Neo7 Turbo is now officially Realme's first high-performance Android smartphone with a transparent rear panel. It also introduces the Dimensity 9400e SoC from MediaTek to the brand, and might beat its rivals from OnePlus and X...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 May 2025 18:09

The Tecno Pova Curve 5G comes in magic silver, neon cyan, and geek black colorways (Image source: Tecno)

Tecno Pova Curve: Tecno’s new affordable 5G smartphone launches with curved display and 5,500 mAh battery

Tecno has now officially unveiled the Pova Curve 5G smartphone with a 144 Hz curved display, a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate chipset, a 64 MP Sony IMX682 primary camera, and a 5,500 mAh battery with 45 W wired charging. The dev...

Abhinav Fating, 29 May 2025 17:54

The 400 and 400 Pro. (Image source: Honor)

Honor 400 series: New 200MP Android smartphones that start for less than $300 in China

The Honor 400 and 400 Pro have debuted with the 200MP main rear camera heretofore exclusive to the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. Their new prices belie that flagship spec, however, with the vanilla 400 starting at ~$350 and the Pro at...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 May 2025 21:40

The Redmi K80 Pro. (Image source: Redmi)

Redmi K80 Ultra price and premium build outlined in new preview

The Redmi K80 Ultra (or Extreme Edition) is finally slated to launch soon as one of Xiaomi's next Android smartphones. The device is also thought to launch as the 15T Pro for the global market, and to be more premium than its newl...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 May 2025 20:29

The Motorola Razr 60 flip phone features a MediaTek Dimensity 7400X processor (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Razr 60 goes official in India with OLED foldable display and Dimensity 7400X processor

Motorola has unveiled its next-generation foldable smartphone, the Motorola Razr 60, in India. Priced at INR 49,999 ($585/€515), the foldable features two OLED displays, a MediaTek Dimensity 7400X processor, a 50 MP primary camera...

Abhinav Fating, 28 May 2025 16:53

Realme compares the Neo7 and Neo7 Turbo. (Image source: Realme)

Realme Neo7 Turbo slated to launch with even bigger battery than Neo7

The Neo7 made history as the first Realme smartphone with a 7,000mAh battery in 2025. Now, its upcoming Turbo sibling is officially backed to launch with an upgrade on the ground-breaking spec. It is also slated to launch with Med...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 May 2025 16:58

The Realme GT 7 features MediaTek's Dimensity 9400e flagship processor (Image source: Realme)

Realme GT 7 arrives with Dimensity 9400e chipset and big 7,000 mAh battery

Realme has officially unveiled two new smartphones in the GT 7 series, the GT 7 and the GT 7T, globally. The Realme GT 7 smartphone features a 120 Hz AMOLED display, a MediaTek Dimensity 9400e flagship processor, a 50 MP primary c...

Abhinav Fating, 27 May 2025 13:14

Super ZX (Pro): Acer launches new smartphones (Image source: Acer)

Acer returns to smartphone market with launch of two ultra-budget models

Acer marks its return to the smartphone market with the launch of the Super ZX Pro and Super ZX. Both devices are positioned as budget-friendly options, prioritising affordability over top-tier performance and specifications. Avai...

Silvio Werner, 26 May 2025 20:57

Unofficial image of Moto G96 5G in Greener Pastures color. (Image source: Android Headlines)

Moto G96 leak: Key specifications, design, and vegan leather color options

Moto G96 may not come to the US but it is shaping up to be a mid-range king. The phone could feature the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, 5,500 mAh battery, and 144 Hz refresh rate.

Vineet Washington, 26 May 2025 17:27

iQoo Neo 10 debuts as India's slimmest 7,000mAh smartphone

iQoo India has just unleashed the Neo 10 as its first smartphone with the new Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 SoC. The processor drives a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with the "segment's highest" refresh rate and peak brightness. It can be pre-bo...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 May 2025 16:50

RedMagic teases the 10S Pro. (Image source: RedMagic)

RedMagic 10S Pro: Global launch date set for upgraded 2025 Android gaming flagship

The RedMagic 10S Pro is touted as the "unstoppable, unbeatable, undisputed" mobile gaming champion thanks to its top-end Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Version silicon and ICE-X Cooling system. The brand has announced that it will unl...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 May 2025 15:28

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 will launch with an Exynos SoC unlike the Galaxy Z Flip 6 shown here (image source: Notebookcheck)

Exynos 2500 powered Galaxy Z Flip 7 disappoints in inaugural Geekbench run

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 has shown up on Geekbench. It will be the first of its kind to skip a Snapdragon SoC and use an Exynos 2500 in its place.

Anil Ganti, 26 May 2025 09:36

Tecno Pova Curve slated to launch in late May 2025

Tecno has announced that its next Android smartphone will be introduced as the Pova Curve 5G. It will be unleashed on the Indian market at the end of May 2025 with the latest in the brand's sci-fi-inspired design and dual rear cam...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 May 2025 21:22

Huawei's new MateBook Pro might be running a 5 nm chip from SMIC (image source: Huawei)

Huawei's newest Kirin X90 chip allegedly manufactured on new SMIC 5 nm node

A Chinese TV channel stated that the Kirin X90 powering Huawei’s new MateBook Pro is a 5 nm chip. If true, this is very likely manufactured on SMIC’s latest N+3 node.

Anil Ganti, 25 May 2025 17:17

The X200 FE(?). (Image source: Abhishek Yadav via X)

Vivo X200 FE design and color options leak alongside possible mid-2025 launch date

The Vivo X200 series of premium Android smartphones is projected to get its own Fan Edition (or FE) version in India this summer. It might not look much like the rest of its siblings, according to new leaks, and not just because i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 May 2025 18:03

MediaTek's Dimensity 9000 series is due an update. (Image source: MediaTek)

MediaTek Dimensity 9500 tipped to come with all-new Arm "super-core"

MediaTek's supposedly upcoming flagship processor for smartphones will be a truly next-gen platform, according to a new leak. The Dimensity 9500 is tipped to debut the latest and possibly greatest silicon technology from Arm's, ba...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 May 2025 16:14

The Samsung Galaxy A26, Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A56 (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Samsung Galaxy A smartphones in 2025: Galaxy A56, A36, A26 and A16 in comparison

CheckMag While Samsung has streamlined its mid-range smartphone lineup in recent years, the company still offers many different devices in that price range. Therefore, we take a closer look at the differences by comparing the Galaxy A06, A...

Daniel Schmidt, 23 May 2025 21:37

The Oppo A5x 5G smartphone comes in midnight blue and laser white color options (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo A5x 5G: Oppo’s new budget range smartphone debuts with Dimensity 6300 SoC

Oppo has introduced its latest affordable 5G smartphone, the A5x, in India. Oppo’s new budget-range smartphone features a 120 Hz display, a Dimensity 6300 processor, 4GB of RAM, up to 128 GB internal storage, and a large 6,000 mAh...

Abhinav Fating, 23 May 2025 20:32

Vivo Pad 5 primed to launch soon as premium Android tablet

Vivo asserts that its next new Android tablet will launch with "really fast, really cool, real flagship" specs - even if some of those are slightly less than up to date. The Pad 5 may indeed make for a more cost-effective alternat...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 May 2025 18:15

Vivo S30 Pro Mini officially slated to debut as new Hello Kitty smartphone

The S30 Pro Mini has now been officially outed as the world's first Vivo x Hello Kitty smartphone. It is slated to debut alongside a less compact sibling and Sanrio Family Series Gift Boxes as a new flat-screened handset later in ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 May 2025 17:42

Samsung Galaxy A56 5G (image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Samsung Galaxy A56 5G: The king of the mid-range may be faltering

The Samsung Galaxy A56 features lots of updates, which include new AI functions. Aside from a faster SoC and brighter display, Samsung has additionally given its phone faster charging as well as dual-eSIM support. Is this enough?

Daniel Schmidt, 23 May 2025 13:59

The Xring O1 is Xiaomi's fastest mobile chip so far (image source: Xiaomi)

Xring O1 die shot gives in-depth look at Xiaomi's new mobile SoC

Semiconductor teardown specialist Kurnalsalts has posted a die shot of Xiaomi's Xring O1 SoC. It is one of the smallest 3 nm smartphone chips to launch this generation, and it is made on TSMC's cutting-edge N3E node.

Anil Ganti, 23 May 2025 05:59

The Galaxy S26 Ultra will launch with a Snapdragon SoC like the Galaxy S25 Ultra shown here (image source: Notebookcheck)

New leak bears good news for prospective Galaxy S26 Ultra buyers

A South Korean media outlet talks about Samsung's SoC strategy with the Galaxy S26 series. It will follow the same pattern observed last year with the Galaxy S24.

Anil Ganti, 22 May 2025 09:15

Realme Neo7 Turbo showcased with patently powerful design and specs in new teaser

Realme's next Android smartphone is now touted to land as the ultimate flagship killer - not to mention the ultimate Nothing Phone killer, based on initial glimpses of its new and "imagination-defying" design. Its transparent new ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 May 2025 15:12

The Realme GT 7T will use a MediaTek SoC unlike the GT 6 pictured here (image source: Notebookcheck)

Realme GT 7T: New leak reveals specifications and tentative price

A new leak shows off what the Realme GT 7T could have in store. It features a MediaTek SoC, a 50 MP rear camera and a large battery that supports 120 Watt fast charging.

Anil Ganti, 21 May 2025 08:07

Meizu's latest smartphones. (Image source: Meizu)

Meizu Note 22 Pro 5G debuts worldwide with 6,200mAh battery and 80W charging

Meizu has announced that it is back on the global scene with the new Note 22 series. The smartphones have arrived alongside Mblu 22 models with starting prices estimated at just $79. The handsets have been showcased alongside the ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 May 2025 17:51

Qualcomm renews its partnership with Xiaomi. (Image source: Qualcomm)

Xiaomi next-gen flagship smartphones confirmed to be Snapdragon-powered in long term

The "Xiaomi 16" series is all but confirmed to run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 SoC by Qualcomm itself. The chip designer has announced that the prominent electronics OEM will continue to release premium smartphones and smartwatche...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 May 2025 16:22

The MediaTek Dimensity 9800 might be the company's first 2 nm SoC (image source: MediaTek)

MediaTek confirms it is working on a 2 nm chip

At its Computex 2025 keynote, MediaTek said it is actively developing a 2 nm chip, which will tape-out later this year. It is very likely the next-gen Dimensity 9600 for high-end smartphones.

Anil Ganti, 20 May 2025 08:37

Lenovo Yoga Pad Pro 14.5 has been spotted on Geekbench (image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo Yoga Pad Pro 14.5 shows up on Geekbench alongside in-house SS1101 chip

The mystery around the Lenovo Yoga Pad Pro 14.5's SoC has finally been solved. A Geekbench listing confirms it uses the company's self-developed SS1101 chip.

Anil Ganti, 20 May 2025 04:03

A "Neo10 Pro+" render. (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

iQoo Neo10 Pro+ tipped to charge faster than Z10 Turbo Pro

The Neo10 Pro+ is thought to launch as iQoo's next Android smartphone with the brand's fastest 120W charging. It is now also slated to have the brand's latest high-capacity battery. The Neo10 Pro+ is also backed to launch with hig...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 May 2025 18:02

The Vivo S30 Mini(?). (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

Vivo S30 Pro Mini design and display specs emerge in new leak

The up-to-date compact Android smartphone form factor is coming to the sub-flagship tier in the form of the Vivo S30 Pro Mini, according to the latest leaks. The device looks somewhat like the OnePlus 13s in its new alleged render...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 May 2025 17:18

Poco M7 Pro 5G review. (Image source: Marcus Herbrich)

Poco M7 Pro 5G verdict: Solid entry-level smartphone with six years of updates

The Poco M7 Pro is an affordable entry-level phone that scores highly in our review with a solid range of features. In addition to its strong performance, the Poco phone's update support also makes it a contender for those looking...

Marcus Herbrich, 19 May 2025 10:44

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 will arrive in September (image source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm confirms late September launch for Snapdragon 8 Elite 2

Qualcomm has revealed the dates for its next Snapdragon Summit. It will take place in late September, and smartphones powered by the SoC are expected to surface in October.

Anil Ganti, 19 May 2025 10:12

The Neo7-series flagship. (Image source: Realme)

Realme Neo7 Turbo outed with fast charging and chipset

Realme's next Android smartphone is now predicted to land as a challenger to the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro, with the name to match. The "Neo7 Turbo" is backed to have the newer MediaTek Dimensity 9400e chipset necessary to take the Snapdr...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 May 2025 18:02

Xiaomi previews Civi 5 Pro as world-first Leica Selfie Night God smartphone

Xiaomi has just opened reservations for its latest Civi-series flagship. The OEM has also confirmed all of the smartphone's main specs and features, its inaugural Leica Night God Selfie Camera included. The high-res 50MP shooter i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 May 2025 17:15

Oukitel WP300: Launch date announced for world-first modular rugged smartphone

Oukitel touts the WP300 as the first device to ship as a smartphone, a fitness tracker, a wireless headset and a camping light all in one thanks to its "world-first" modular nature. It can also act as a wired power bank thanks to ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 May 2025 16:28

The Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 has shown up on Geekbench (image source: Qualcomm)

Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 impresses with Geekbench debut alongside Honor 400

Qualcomm's newest smartphone SoC, the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, has just shown up on Geekbench. It outperforms its last-gen counterpart by up to 32%.

Anil Ganti, 17 May 2025 03:56

The Samsung Galaxy A26 5G is available in black, white and mint green. (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Samsung Galaxy A26 5G verdict: Reliable daily driver

The Samsung Galaxy A26 5G scored very well in our review with solid overall performance, which is primarily due to its strong mid-range specs. Minor flaws are to be expected, but there's hardly anything to complain about in terms ...

Manuel Masiero, 16 May 2025 19:47

8849 Tank Pad debuts as ~11-inch rugged tablet with built-in LED lamp and projector

8849's latest, outdoor adventure-friendly smartphone features have now been ported to the tablet form-factor in the new Tank Pad - a 100-lumen projector and a generous rear-mounted camping lamp included. The device's ~11-inch disp...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 May 2025 18:07

Galaxy S25 FE will get a slightly better SoC than the Galaxy S24 FE pictured here (image source: Notebookcheck)

New Galaxy S25 FE leak puts SoC rumours to rest

A new Geekbench listing effectively confirms which SoC the Galaxy S25 FE will launch with. It's the same chip that powered the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24+ variants globally.

Anil Ganti, 16 May 2025 05:47

The Galaxy S23 series. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S23 caught using One UI 8 in new leak

The Galaxy S23 series of premium smartphones is now 2 years out of date; however, Samsung is already working on a major software update for the line, according to a new leak. It asserts that devices from the range have been spotte...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 May 2025 17:36

Qualcomm has officially shown off the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC (image source: Qualcomm)

Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 official with a faster CPU, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0

Qualcomm has officially shown off the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, a 4 nm chip that offers up to a 65% faster NPU, 30% faster CPU and 27% faster CPU. It will debut it the coming weeks alongside smartphones from Honor.

Anil Ganti, 15 May 2025 15:00

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Vivo T4 Ultra slated to launch as Android smartphone with premium camera feature

Google Pixel 10 series backed to sport satellite connectivity thanks to new modem

Huawei is reportedly working on two different 3 nm chips

Honor X70 tipped to upgrade to AMOLED display and ~7,000mAh battery in 2025

Realme Neo7 Turbo debuts as cutting-edge 144Hz Android flagship killer for less than $300

Tecno Pova Curve: Tecno’s new affordable 5G smartphone launches with curved display and 5,500 mAh battery

Honor 400 series: New 200MP Android smartphones that start for less than $300 in China

Redmi K80 Ultra price and premium build outlined in new preview

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Motorola Razr 60 goes official in India with OLED foldable display and Dimensity 7400X processor

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Realme Neo7 Turbo slated to launch with even bigger battery than Neo7

Realme GT 7 arrives with Dimensity 9400e chipset and big 7,000 mAh battery

Acer returns to smartphone market with launch of two ultra-budget models

Moto G96 leak: Key specifications, design, and vegan leather color options

iQoo Neo 10 debuts as India's slimmest 7,000mAh smartphone

RedMagic 10S Pro: Global launch date set for upgraded 2025 Android gaming flagship

Exynos 2500 powered Galaxy Z Flip 7 disappoints in inaugural Geekbench run

Tecno Pova Curve slated to launch in late May 2025

Huawei's newest Kirin X90 chip allegedly manufactured on new SMIC 5 nm node

Vivo X200 FE design and color options leak alongside possible mid-2025 launch date

MediaTek Dimensity 9500 tipped to come with all-new Arm "super-core"

Samsung Galaxy A smartphones in 2025: Galaxy A56, A36, A26 and A16 in comparison

Oppo A5x 5G: Oppo’s new budget range smartphone debuts with Dimensity 6300 SoC

Vivo Pad 5 primed to launch soon as premium Android tablet

Vivo S30 Pro Mini officially slated to debut as new Hello Kitty smartphone

Samsung Galaxy A56 5G: The king of the mid-range may be faltering

Xring O1 die shot gives in-depth look at Xiaomi's new mobile SoC

New leak bears good news for prospective Galaxy S26 Ultra buyers

Realme Neo7 Turbo showcased with patently powerful design and specs in new teaser

80% Loads of innovations in the premium mid-range - Samsung Galaxy A56 5G review

Realme GT 7T: New leak reveals specifications and tentative price

Meizu Note 22 Pro 5G debuts worldwide with 6,200mAh battery and 80W charging

76% Entry-level standout with long update support – Xiaomi Poco M7 Pro 5G review

Xiaomi next-gen flagship smartphones confirmed to be Snapdragon-powered in long term

MediaTek confirms it is working on a 2 nm chip

Lenovo Yoga Pad Pro 14.5 shows up on Geekbench alongside in-house SS1101 chip

iQoo Neo10 Pro+ tipped to charge faster than Z10 Turbo Pro

Vivo S30 Pro Mini design and display specs emerge in new leak

Poco M7 Pro 5G verdict: Solid entry-level smartphone with six years of updates

Qualcomm confirms late September launch for Snapdragon 8 Elite 2

Realme Neo7 Turbo outed with fast charging and chipset

Xiaomi previews Civi 5 Pro as world-first Leica Selfie Night God smartphone

Oukitel WP300: Launch date announced for world-first modular rugged smartphone

Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 impresses with Geekbench debut alongside Honor 400

Samsung Galaxy A26 5G verdict: Reliable daily driver

8849 Tank Pad debuts as ~11-inch rugged tablet with built-in LED lamp and projector

New Galaxy S25 FE leak puts SoC rumours to rest

Samsung Galaxy S23 caught using One UI 8 in new leak

Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 official with a faster CPU, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0

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