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Sony Xperia 1 VII will bring some improvements over the Mark VI, as suggested by the leaked marketing images. The Mark VII is expected to bring better audio quality from the speakers, a better ultrawide camera, and extended OS updates.

The Xperia 1 VII is almost here to replace Sony's most recent flagship smartphone. Although not launching until next week, Sony has dropped a few hints about the smartphone's audio and camera credentials.

Vivo has introduced its latest Y300 GT smartphone in China. Vivo’s new mid-range smartphone boasts similar features to the iQoo Z10 Turbo, including a FHD+ 144 Hz display, a 50 MP Sony LYT-600 main camera, a MediaTek Dimensity 8400 processor, and a large 7,620 mAh battery that supports 90 W fast charging. The device is now on sale in China via Vivo’s online store.

The global version of the Xiaomi Poco F7 has appeared online again at another regulatory body. In the process, the device's dimensions have been revealed, as have its large software and its release window.

Lenovo's upcoming Yoga Pad Pro 14.5 tablet could launch with its first-ever self-developed SoC. It is called SS1101, and it packs a 10-core CPU and an Arm Immortalis GPU.

One of our most reliable sources told us Samsung might use MediaTek's Dimensity 9400 for the Galaxy S25 FE. While the Exynos 2400e remains its first choice, the MediaTek SoC could be used if Samsung Foundry is unable to make enough Exynos chips in time.

Best Buy and Motorola have announced that those who pre-order any of the three Razr 2025 Smartphones will get a free Clicks keyboard accessory. The keyboard case, which costs $139, transforms the phone into a BlackBerry-like device with a physical keyboard.

The Xiaomi 15T series isn't expected to debut till much later in the year but a new leak has now claimed the sub-premium duo could arrive with a rather significant audio upgrade.

According to an early report, Vivo intends to offer at least one of its next-generation foldables globally later this year. In the meantime, specifications have been revealed online that point to a few upgrades over the older X Fold3. There is no mention of a Vivo X Fold5 Pro for the time being, though.

The Epic Games Store has decided to giveaway another paid game this week on its mobile free game service. Departing from its PC equivalent this week in a deal worth about $10 across Android and iOS, Mr Racer: Premium will be free to add to your Epic Games library until May 15 with certain geographical restrictions.

Vivo will soon launch the S30 series lineup in China. The series will include a compact phone, the S30 Pro Mini, featuring a display size similar to the flagship X200 Pro Mini.

A new leak suggests that Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7 could be using an advanced display tech that has not been used before on any current Samsung product. This is said to be the groundwork for Apple’s rumored iPhone Fold.

Galaxy S25 Edge will become the first ultra-slim flagship phone in what seems to be becoming a trend for the smartphone industry. The latest leak around the phone shows three cases and accessories that will be included in the box.

Samsung has finally confirmed when it will be fully unveiling the Galaxy S25 Edge. Not only has the company set the date for the device's arrival, but it has outlined a key camera detail ahead of schedule too.

The Razr Ultra 2025 is Motorola's most premium clamshell foldable Android smartphone to date, not least because of its top-end, full-fat Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset from Qualcomm. It is also the most expensive member of its series now that its pre-orders have begun, which is why it might be best to go direct to the OEM if you want to pre-order it.

Retroid has quietly listed a new version of the Pocket Mini on its website. Launching soon for $199, the Pocket Mini V2 addresses recent concerns about the Pocket Mini's display with a larger AMOLED panel taken from the recent Retroid Pocket Classic.

The Lenovo Legion Y700 4th generation has been fully unveiled in China. This new gaming tablet is expected to make a global debut as the Legion Tab Gen 4, and in China, it launched with a starting price tag of CNY 3,299, around $457.

OnePlus has confirmed an important aspect of its forthcoming OnePlus 13s smartphone. Based on a new teaser, the company's latest compact flagship will be the first to launch with its new 'Plus Key'.

Vivo is gearing up to launch a new mid-range phone with a large 7,620 mAh battery, the Y300 GT. It's set to launch in China on May 9, 2025, and with recent teasers, the company has confirmed the core specs of the smartphone.

The Lenovo Legion Y700 4th generation, expected to launch as the Legion Tab Gen 4 outside China, is set to be fully unveiled today, May 8, 2025. Hours before the unveiling, the company shared some benchmark results of the gaming tablet.

Walmart has now relisted its upcoming Google TV-certified streaming box. This box, the Onn 4K Plus, sits below last year's Onn 4K Pro as a mid-range model and is priced as such. While it's yet to be released, this listing indicates wide availability could be imminent.

It seems that Samsung could be bringing new health features to market with the introduction of the Galaxy Watch8 later this year. Based on early evidence, Samsung's next smartwatches will support Beta Carotene tracking to deliver a so-called antioxidant score. No charging speed improvements look to be on the cards this year, though.

Sidephone developers have confirmed June-July pre-orders and August-September shipping for first 1,000 units. Over 10,000 users have reportedly already joined the waitlist for the dumb phone that comes with a swappable keypad.

The Realme GT 7 launched in China in April. The company is now teasing its global launch and has revealed the color options along with a graphene-based cooling system highlight.

OnePlus’s next flagship phone could come with an even larger battery than the OnePlus 13T. It is said to house a 7,800 mAh cell and be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC.

The Neo10 Pro Plus (or Pro+) is thought to launch as iQoo's second Android smartphone with the top-end Snapdragon 8 Elite processor - and can prove it, according to a new benchmarking leak. It is also believed to have the same class-leading wired charging tech as the brand's current flagship, but with an even bigger battery. The Neo10 Pro+ might also make strategic compromises to land at a more attractive price-point.

Having worked on it for years, Google has now included the Battery Health feature in Android 16 Beta 3. Unfortunately, it will not be released for older Pixel smartphones including 2023's Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro.

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE is supposed to be a cheaper clamshell foldable smartphone launching this year. However, leaked specifications show that it may be last year's Galaxy Z Flip 6 with a new name.

Qualcomm is expected to deliver the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 this autumn. In the meantime, a well-regarded leaker has shared fresh details about how Qualcomm will distinguish its new chipset from the existing Snapdragon 8 Elite, including an NPU capable of 100 TOPS in theoretical performance.

The Galaxy Quantum 5, an ultra-secure version of the Galaxy A55 exclusive to South Korea, is now receiving One UI 7. So, everything points to the company starting the rollout for the standard Galaxy A55 very soon.

MediaTek is set to launch yet another chipset in the Dimensity 9400 series. This SoC, expected to be branded as the Dimensity 9400e, is officially scheduled to debut next week and has also been tipped to outperform its closest rival, the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4.

According to a new report, the Galaxy Z Fold7 will be the first conventional foldable that drops below the 4 mm thickness mark when opened. As a result, Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold6 successor will be the thinnest foldable around but without a battery capacity to match its Chinese rivals.

Sony has now officially confirmed a May 13 event where it will announce its latest Xperia products. The Sony Xperia 1 VII is expected to be the star of the show and while it'll be available across Europe, writings on the wall strongly indicate the US will be ignored.

Evan Blass has revealed everything one needs to know about the Moto G86. It brings forth some notable improvements, such as a faster Dimensity 7300 SoC and a 1.5K pOLED screen.

The launch of the Xperia 1 VII is seemingly right around the corner. Sony's Xperia 1 VI successor appears destined for an international release too if a new leak is anything to go by.

India will be getting a compact Vivo X200 smartphone that will launch as the Vivo X200 FE. Originally thought to be a rebadge of the Vivo X200 Pro Mini, the leaked specs show key differences between both phones.

AliveCor has unveiled the KardiaMobile 6L Max, a smartphone-compatible portable ECG that provides advanced 6-lead heart monitoring for the early detection of irregularities.

Lately, there have been plenty of rumours about Google finally bringing its Android desktop mode to market. While the state of Google's 'Desktop View' remains unclear, a new leak has revealed that Samsung will be bringing improvements to DeX with the release of One UI 8.

Oppo's latest Android smartphone teasers have a "Three Wishes" theme, seemingly because a single Reno14-series smartphone is now backed to consolidate popular camera trends normally associated with three separate devices. One is an up-to-date iPhone, while another is DJI's latest dedicated vlogging camera.

OnePlus is thought to launch a new Android smartphone that is thought to reign Supreme over all other member of its Ace 5 series in a number of ways. They include more premium in-display biometrics and build quality in addition to updated haptics, according to a new leak. The device is also tipped to break a potentially crucial record for the OEM's 100W SuperVOOC smartphones.

The iPhone 17 is said to feature a camera bar similar to the Pixel series and Google is poking at Apple for it. The latest ad for ‘#BestPhonesForever’ campaign shows an iPhone recollecting the features it copied from Pixel and Android phones.

Google has shared a look at its new design language that will underpin Android 16 when it arrives soon. Arriving the same year as a rumoured redesign of iOS, Google has already been spotted using Material 3 Expressive to overhaul the look of its Clock app.

Realme has now announced its intention to unleash new GT-series of Android smartphones on the Indian market. They are both thought to have powerful MediaTek Dimensity processors, although that of the 7T might be less premium than that of the flagship GT 7. However, those hoping for the most cutting-edge silicon both companies can provide might be disappointed.

The Realme GT 7 series is about to make its global debut soon, and alongside the phones that will be commercially available, the company will also showcase a concept flagship smartphone. It will feature a large 10,000 mAh battery.

The OnePlus 13s will launch in India soon as a new compact flagship phone. Past teasers have already shown the back of the smartphone, and now, the company has showcased the front. As expected, the phone's design closely resembles the 13T.

Xiaomi has eliminated two major and several minor bugs via its recently rolled-out HyperOS 2.0.11 update. The new update also introduces improvements for widgets and apps and fixes errors that previously caused the smartphone to crash.

Xiaomi HyperOS 3 was originally intended to be based on Android 16 and give buyers of Xiaomi smartphones full access to Google features such as the Google Play Store. However, at least one version of the system is now said to largely dispense with Google, meaning that Xiaomi is preparing for an escalating trade war.