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Samsung has launched a new affordable smartphone, the Galaxy A26 5G. Samsung’s new A26 5G smartphone features an Exynos 1380 chipset, a 120 Hz AMOLED display, a 50 MP OIS main camera, and a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 25 W wired charging. It’s available in black, white, and mint color options.

The Samsung Galaxy S36 has officially been shown off at MWC 2025. It ditches its predecessor's Exynos SoC for a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, upgrades the fast charging on its 5,000 mAh to 45 Watts and lets you record HDR video using the 12 MP selfie camera.

The Samsung Galaxy A56 has been officially showcased, and compared to the predecessor, there are a handful of changes, including longer software support and some hardware changes. This new mid-range phone starts at €479 in the EU.

The iQoo Z10 Turbo is tipped to launch with a series-first Pro sibling, powered by series-first MediaTek silicon. It is also now believed to charge faster than the Z9 Turbo - or its Endurance Edition - with a much bigger battery than either preceding Android smartphone. iQoo might have to make compromises elsewhere to present it at an attractive price, however.

The Galaxy Tab S10 FE Plus is a reportedly upcoming Android tablet. Its latest leak purports to predict how the slate will look in real life. Should that be the case, it seems Samsung has decided to drop one of the Tab S9 FE Plus' most defining characteristics in its next generation. Other aspects of its design might help to make up for the discrepancy, though.

Oppo's current premier Android smartphone line-up currently consists of the Find X8 and X8 Pro, which have launched with a wired charging downgrade compared to their Find X7-series predecessors. Their upcoming 2025 flagship counterpart the X8 Ultra will not have the same disadvantage, according to a new leak.

Leaked renders of the Motorola Edge 60 Fusion show a redesigned camera island with what appears to be more cameras than the previous generation. Unfortunately, in this case, looks can be deceiving, literally.

Word on the grapevine indicates Xiaomi is readying the Poco F7 series to launch shortly, perhaps even as early as this month. While the Poco F7 Pro and Poco F7 Ultra are expected to launch as remodeled global versions of the Redmi K80 and Redmi K80 Pro, the Poco F7 remains a mystery.

Things are about to get real interesting. Shortly before the Mobile World Congress 2025, a few more tidbits of what is likely to be the biggest surprise in Barcelona next week have surfaced. A new video not only shows the packaging of a Realme Ultra-Phone with a 1-inch camera and 10x optical zoom, but also an key part of the camera module.

As the current market leader, Samsung doesn't seem to feel much pressure and only introduced some minor upgrades to its latest flagship phone. Is the significantly improved Galaxy AI enough reason to upgrade to the S25 Ultra?

Honor is tipped to launch a rival to devices like the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 in mid-2025. It is now tipped to do so with a processor that would be a substantial upgrade to that of its predecessor the Magic V Flip - however, that would still not be enough to overtake the upcoming Motorola Razr + 2025.

The first tentative signs of evidence that OnePlus is gearing up to unleash a new tablet in 2025 have started to emerge. The latest of them suggests that the "Pad 3" might be able to charge even faster than its predecessor. The slate might also have a battery size upgrade, although not as much of one compared to the OEM's flagship smartphone.

YouTuber WekiHome has revealed the internal changes that Xiaomi has made between the Xiaomi 14 Ultra and Xiaomi 15 Ultra. While the latter's new 200 MP telephoto takes up a lot of space, Xiaomi has also made a few key changes to the returning Sony LYT-900 primary camera sensor.

Oppo's habitual mid-year updates for its mid-tier range of Android smartphones is thought to involve a lot of flagship-grade build quality, biometrics and extra buttons in 2025. Some of them are also now projected to come with the Quick Button for camera functions that debuted in the higher-end Find X8 series.

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra has now entered the hands of early adopters in China. Based on early footage, Xiaomi's new 200 MP telephoto camera stacks up well against its peers, particularly the Vivo X200 Pro with which it shares its Samsung ISOCELL HP9 sensor.

Several Chinese brands are reportedly moving their flagship phone launches to September, potentially featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 and Dimensity 9500 chipsets. This shift could set up a direct showdown with the iPhone 17 series.

Tecno's Spark Slim, debuting at MWC 2025, is an ultra-slim 5.75mm smartphone with a 5200mAh battery. It is equipped with a 6.78-inch AMOLED display, dual 50MP cameras, and 45W fast charging.

Samsung's Galaxy M series has gotten bigger with the addition of two new models, one of which is the Galaxy M06 5G. With internals carried over from the Galaxy F06 5G, the new phone offers buyers the choice of a budget 5G smartphone with satisfactory software support.

Recent reports have claimed that the Galaxy Z Flip7 and Galaxy Z Fold7 will be Samsung's largest foldables yet in their respective categories. A reliable source for all matters display has other ideas, though.

Xiaomi has only just released the Xiaomi 15 Ultra in China. While the company will not be offering the handset in other markets just yet, a reliable importer is now offering the handset worldwide at a significantly lower price point than Xiaomi is expected to charge globally too.

The Oppo Find X8 Ultra is an upcoming flagship Android smartphone now rumored to launch alongside a tablet powered by the same top-end Snapdragon 8 Elite silicon. The "Pad 4 Pro" is backed to challenge super-premium slates such as the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra with the same kind of extra-large display.

Xiaomi has overhauled its Photography Kit accessory as part of today's launch event. Only compatible with the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the new Photography Kit offers improvements like a larger battery and a new design, as well as a few hidden features.

Xiaomi has just delivered the Xiaomi 15 Ultra. However, other 'Ultra' branded smartphones are on the horizon. One future rival is the Vivo X200 Ultra, whose camera hardware has now been detailed by a new leak.

Samsung has expanded its Galaxy M series with a new 5G model. Arriving with the promise of 6 Android updates, the Galaxy M16 5G is also the first outing for Samsung's new design language, which is expected to soon grace the Galaxy A26, Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A56.

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra has made its official debut in China. One of its main highlights is the revamped camera setup, with the star of the show being the 200 MP periscope telephoto. It also sports a larger battery than its predecessor.

The Nothing Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro's new design and features may be marred by its poor software support when compared to that of rivals. However, there's still a chance for Nothing to make amends.

The launch of the Galaxy S26 series is almost a year away. Nonetheless, sources have already started offering insights into what to expect from Samsung's next flagships. The jury is out on whether Exynos will return for the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Plus, though.

The Xiaomi 15 is on the verge of being released globally. Based on a new leak, Xiaomi plans to offer the device in fewer colours than it does in China. While that is hardly surprising, it also appears that Xiaomi has a surprise in store when it comes to battery life.

Samsung is expected to refresh its Galaxy Tab FE series tablets with new models, but while it is keeping the details to itself, there are already leaks floating around. The latest reveals details about the display sizes, RAM, and storage configuration for the upcoming Galaxy Tab S10 FE series.

A new leak from Korea has now revealed an exact launch date for the fourth model in the Galaxy S25 series—the Galaxy S25 Edge. The phone is reportedly set to be launched in mid-April, with wide availability tipped for May.

A new leak has now revealed Motorola's plans for its next foldable. The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra—or Razr+ 2025—is tipped to launch in the coming months and will be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite series chipset.

Samsung's three most important blockbusters are set to be unveiled in a few days. In addition to all the specs, all colors and other official press images, the expected euro prices have just been leaked and the launch date officially confirmed. The differences between the Galaxy A56, Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A26 are in the details.

Realme, of all companies, may just pull off the ultimate surprise at Mobile World Congress 2025. In view of the latest teasers and initial photos of the mysterious Ultra camera at "DSLR level", the camera flagship potentially launching as the Realme GT 7 Ultra seems to offer top specs that put it on par with the Xiaomi 15 Ultra.

Images have shown the Nothing Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro will launch with an extra physical button on the right. Now a leak has revealed it is called the Essential Key and also explained how it works.

The Honor GT phone launched as an affordable sub-flagship at the end of last year. Now, the company is apparently preparing to launch the Pro model, which will reportedly be another affordable device but with the Snapdragon 8 Elite.

The Galaxy Z Flip is set to enter its seventh generation this year with the release of the Galaxy Z Flip7. With the Galaxy Z Fold7 representing a major change for the Galaxy Z Fold series, leaked CAD-based renders point to the Galaxy Z Flip7 arriving with a much wider housing than past models.

Android users will soon be able to buy a Snapdragon 8 or 7-series powered phone, regardless of the manufacturer, and get up to eight years of software support. But, which OEMs actually follow through, only time will tell.

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra will be official starting tomorrow. In the meantime, the company has sanctioned an executive to delve into its next flagship to highlight the state of its new camera hardware, including its 200 MP periscope telephoto sensor.

Retroid has revealed new details about its next clamshell gaming handheld. Not only will the Retroid Pocket Flip 2 be available in four colours, but it will also be available with a choice between two powerful chipsets. All Retroid Pocket Flip 2 models will feature a bright AMOLED display too.

It’s somewhat of a leak, but not entirely, as the information originates from a Samsung branch in Europe. Samsung is set to roll out Android 15 and One UI 7 to many older Galaxy phones, later than what we typically anticipate from the company. Nonetheless, consumers now at least know when exactly they can expect to receive the update.

Vivo is rumored to release a new flagship phone, the X200 Ultra, featuring an advanced camera system with a new ultra-wide lens. A new leak reveals key details regarding the upcoming device.

Oppo's upcoming premium phone, the Find X8 Ultra, was recently rumored to launch next month. The company has now refuted those claims, confirming an April debut instead, but it appears the flagship will not be released on the global market regardless.

Oppo has launched its latest affordable A5 Pro smartphone outside China. Oppo’s new budget-focused smartphone ships with MediaTek's Dimensity 6300 chipset, a 120 Hz HD+ display, a 50 MP main camera sensor, and a 5,800 mAh battery, among other features. It is now available for purchase via Oppo’s official website.

The Realme Neo7x ships with a 4 nm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset, a 120 Hz AMOLED screen, as well as up to 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage. Its slim sub-8 mm body fits a large 6,000 mAh battery and is IP66/IP68/IP69 dust- and water-resistant.

The Clicks keyboard case is now available for select Android devices from Google, Samsung, and Motorola. The case provides a physical keyboard below the screen just like the BlackBerry smartphones of old, freeing up precious screen estate that would have been taken up by an on-screen keyboard.

Nubia is readying its mid-range foldable phone, the Nubia Flip 2, for a global debut at MWC. The clamshell-style foldable directly succeeds last year's $499 Nubia Flip, and is expected to be joined by other mid-range/budget models from the brand.

The Realme Neo 7 SE has made its official debut in China as an affordable phone with a large 7,000 mAh battery. It packs the Dimensity 8400 Max, features a bright display, and has a 50 MP primary camera on the back.