Leaks / Rumors

Samsung could use a Silicon-Carbon battery to increase the capacity in its upcoming Galaxy S26 Edge thin and light smartphone. A new leak hints at 4,400 mAh, a major improvement over the Galaxy S25 Edge.

Samsung is about to release yet another pair of wireless earbuds, according to some new leaks. They suggest that these peripherals will be a new and potentially more affordable version of the pre-existing Galaxy Buds 3. Both sets of accessories might look somewhat alike, although the newer model might have the better battery life of the two.

Apple seems to be on track for its foldable devices. The iPhone Fold is said to be progressing towards its H2 2026 release while the larger foldable will break cover sometime in 2028.

A former Nintendo employee is ringing alarm bells over several upcoming Switch 2 games. Buyers expect Metroid Prime 4: Beyond to arrive in 2025, but the company has yet to provide a specific release date. Kit Ellis also notes that the latest Nintendo Direct didn’t feature anticipated third-party titles.

Nubia is expected to launch a new flagship phone powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chipset. A new leak reveals key details about the upcoming device.

A reliable X leaker has revealed some information about some new AMD Ryzen 9000 desktop CPUs. One will have 8 CPU cores and 92 MB of L3 cache, while the other will come with 16 cores and 192 MB of L3 cache.

According to a new report, OnePlus is not the only Android OEM that will be adopting 165 Hz displays soon. Potentially rivalling the OnePlus Ace 6 and OnePlus 15R, Xiaomi is also now rumoured to be considering the same refresh rate for future Redmi smartphones too.

HoverAir has started teasing its next drone release. Seemingly arriving later this month, the HoverAir Aqua looks to be about the size of the DJI Neo but with a few tricks up its sleeve, including support for a new compact remote control and the ability to float on water.

An early report suggests that Xiaomi is already working on the Mix Flip 3 as a future clamshell flagship smartphone. Not only is a special limited edition model rumoured, but an earlier than expected release is also on the cards.

Sony is expected to introduce two new 1000X devices this year. While it has released one as the WH-1000XM6, it is also believed to have the WF-1000XM6 for an official launch before the end of the year. In the meantime, curious new trademarks have surfaced online relating to the 1000X series as a whole.

New information about the porting of Starfield to the PS5 has been leaked online. However, this does not bode well for players on this platform, who will have to wait several more months before they can play it.

Following in the footsteps of the Apple iPad, the iPhone may also feature an advanced tandem OLED display, which would enable significantly higher screen brightness and lower power consumption. Apple is reportedly already in negotiations with LG Display and Samsung Display regarding simplified tandem OLED panels.

The Oukitel WP210 is expected to offer excellent value for money, combining a fast MediaTek Dimensity chip with a 108-MP main camera, a particularly large battery and a robust housing. The device is expected to launch soon for the equivalent of under $400.

A new leak from Weibo says the Dimensity 9500's GPU will offer notable ray tracing performance gains. Some unspecified titles will run at 100+ FPS as a result.

New details about the DJI Mini 5 Pro have emerged online, just as Insta360 has teased its first drone release under the new brand Antigravity. Allegedly not launching next week after all, specifications and a high-resolution image have revealed plenty of information about the Mini 5 Pro ahead of time.

Gamers are debating whether the current generation of Xbox consoles is successful. A pair of insiders has offered conflicting sales estimates ranging from less than 30 million to 37 million units. Using an AMD fiscal report, leaker KeplerL2 contradicts more positive projections for Xbox console sales.

Huawei's next generation of flagship tablets is now thought to have an edge still denied by Apple to its own top-end iPad Pros: a truly cross-platform, PC-like UI. The MatePad Pro 2026 series could have a version of HarmonyOS that lets it use the same apps as the OEM's MateBook laptops.

The Galaxy A17 5G is projected to launch toward the bottom tier of Samsung's new Android smartphones on its launch. Despite that, it is also now believed to start for more money than its predecessor in some regions. Its 4G/LTE-only variant could also be cheaper in its latest leak.

A new leak has revealed early details of the OnePlus 15R. The device is expected to launch globally in early 2026 as a more affordable offering alongside the flagship OnePlus 15.

A new leak purports to confirm earlier claims that an upcoming Honor device will have a bigger battery than direct rivals such as the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 on its launch. The Magic V Flip 2 might also have other advantages over its compact foldable counterparts, yet be more affordable (albeit possibly for the wrong reason).

DJI has just released its long-awaited Osmo 360 action camera globally. In response, GoPro has now posted a fresh teaser suggesting that its Max 2 will have a distinct advantage over DJI's newcomer. Influencers have started posting about the GoPro Max 2 too, indicating its imminent official launch.

The news comes as enthusiasts grapple with reports of BioShock 4 having been in development hell which culminated in a change of leadership for the title recently.

New leaks are building hype around the upcoming Vivo X300's camera capabilities. The base model is rumored to feature a powerful 200MP main sensor that will get a big boost not only in resolution but also in size.

A new leak is setting the stage for MediaTek's Dimensity 8500, a chip that raises the playing field in mid-range and “sub-flagship” smartphone performance. Expected to power devices like the Redmi Turbo 5, it will boast of an enhanced GPU, targeting over 2 million on AnTuTu benchmarks.

The Oppo Find X8 had the smallest generational battery upgrade of its family of premium Android smartphones in late 2024. Its successor might be able to avoid the same fate, according to a new tip. The X9 might also boast fast wireless charging and high-end build quality on its launch later this year.

Redmi is projected to launch an Android smartphone called the Turbo 5 in early 2026, which might debut thereafter as the Poco X8 Pro for the global market. Either version is tipped to introduce MediaTek's latest mid-tier Dimensity-series chipset, which might yield the same kind of benchmark results as the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. That might not be the Turbo 5/X8 Pro's only potential advantage.

Off-the-cuff comments by the voice actor may have resulted in litigious threats by the game publishing juggernaut over what is possibly 2025's worst-held secret in the gaming world.

In just a few weeks, the gaming world’s most iconic moustache will turn 40 – and fans have every reason to expect exciting surprises from Nintendo. Five years ago, the beloved Italian plumber was treated to special birthday celebrations, and recent rumors on Reddit hint that this year could be no different.

A new leak from Weibo tells us about an upcoming Qualcomm SoC. Codenamed SM8845, the chip is positioned between the Snapdragon 8 Elite and Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. It may launch as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5.

The Pixel Watch 4 series is anticipated to arrive this month alongside Google's Pixel 10 flagships. In the meantime, US pricing for the new smartwatch has appeared online relating to its 41 mm and 45 mm sizes as well as its Wi-Fi and LTE connectivity variants.

The Pixel Buds 2a are a long time coming, and when they do arrive, the earbuds will be sporting a refreshed design. They are also expected to bring new features.

The Sony PlayStation 6 handheld console, which is expected to launch alongside the regular PlayStation 6, is reportedly a pretty capable machine with Zen 6c CPU cores and an RDNA 5 iGPU. Moore's Law Is Dead has now leaked a plethora of details regarding the upcoming handheld.

Although nothing has been officially announced, new information about Half-Life 3 has been revealed by two dataminers. And one of them believes that the game could soon be released.

The Apple iPhone 17 Air is expected to have one of the smallest batteries of any smartphone on the market, but initial photos show that Apple is using an advanced battery with a metal case or shell that can dissipate heat more effectively. The metal battery also makes repairs easier.

Samsung may have sacrificed battery life for the sake of slimming down the Galaxy S25 FE. The latest leak hints at a 200 mAh lower battery capacity than the Galaxy S24 FE.Starting August 3, the original Switch, Switch OLED, and Switch Lite will be more expensive. Accessories for the consoles and some accessories for the Switch 2 will also see a price hike. Update: The battery capacity mentioned by the leaker seems to be inaccurate.

The Galaxy A17 is expected to come with the same Exynos SoC as the Galaxy A16, but with a few notable improvements in durability, dimensions, and the camera department. The phone could be unveiled in October but Samsung has not shared any information on it yet.

More details about the specs, performance, and release date of the Sony PlayStation 6 have now surfaced thanks to Moore's Law Is Dead. According to the leaker, the Sony PS6 could be 3 times faster than the PS5 in rasterization, while consuming less power.

A leaker has revealed how much storage Samsung's upcoming tablets will launch with. The Galaxy Tab S11 and Galaxy Tab S10 Lite start at 128 GB, while the Tab S11 Ultra starts at 256 GB.

The Honor Magic 8 series might be quite a large one as a new report has revealed a fifth model called the Honor Magic 8 Ultra. The Ultra model will join the standard version, a pro model, a mini model, and a max version with a rumored 7-inch display.

According to recent reports, Xiaomi is preparing to release the Redmi Note 15 Pro and Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus next month in its home market. In the meantime, the pair have been spotted in new leaks with a curious wired charging downgrade for the rumoured Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus Satcom Edition compared to the current Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus.

Oppo is now believed to have secured a new 200MP sensor for its upcoming Find X9 Pro flagship - and for its subsequent mid-range equivalent, the Reno15 Pro. The two Android smartphones are thought to use the same huge Samsung camera for very different reasons, although they might have a similar design and build quality.

iQoo's next flagship Android smartphones is thought to equip a new top-end processor projected to launch in September 2025. Despite that, the brand has indicated that it intends to start teasing the 15 series imminently, starting with an introduction during a major mobile gaming conference in China.

Square Enix has devoted considerable attention to classic Final Fantasy games. Unfortunately, fans still lack the much-anticipated Final Fantasy 9 remake. A redesigned Zidane collectible and magazine feature may hint that the title has escaped cancellation.

Rumors and leaks about Battlefield 6 continue and the latest suggest that the closed beta will start from August 7 while the open beta will start from August 9. Pre-orders are also said to go live today.

Chip prices have been steadily rising over the years, particularly in the top-tier segment. Expected to launch within weeks, the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 could significantly impact official pricing for upcoming Android flagships, such as the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Xiaomi 16 Ultra. However, according to a leaker, Qualcomm may have alternative chips for “second-tier” flagships up their sleeves, putting additional pressure on competitors like MediaTek.

A new report reveals the likely battery capacities of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 Edge and Galaxy S26 Pro. Both will get a much-needed upgrade over their last-gen counterparts.

Square and practical: The next mini camera from Insta360 not only features a significant change in format, but also new features and a promising name. Instead of Insta360 Go 4, the vlogging camera proudly bears the designation "Ultra". A launch date is likely to be announced shortly.

Achievements for Hades 2 were leaked earlier as part of an update but were rolled back shortly afterwards lending credence to user speculation that the title is nearing a formal launch.

The Casio Edifice x Nismo ECB-S10NIS-7A Heritage Edition watch has appeared at a European retailer. The analog-digital timepiece has a retro design and comes with a leather and Alcantara strap. Features include Bluetooth Connectivity, support for world time and multiple alarms.

Qualcomm is thought to launch a new addition to the Snapdragon series of chipsets for smartphones that might be a hybrid of the preceding 8 Elite flagship and its upcoming successor the 8 Elite 2. A new leak hints strongly that this is indeed the case. The "8 Plus" is thought to power next-gen high-performance devices such as a certain next-gen battery monster from OnePlus.