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The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is capped at a measly 25 W. (Source: Samsung)

The Samsung Galaxy S22 may match the Mi 12 and OnePlus 10 Pro in one major aspect

While the Galaxy S21 series saw Samsung take a step back in some hardware quarters, the Galaxy S22 looks set to be a return to form, with Samsung supposedly already testing competitive charging technology on its next-gen flagship ...

Ricci Rox, Sat, 24 Jul 2021 20:09:00 +0200

First Loongson CPU to integrate the new LoonArch microcode. (Image source: Loongson)

First Chinese CPU with proprietary instruction set launched by Loongson

The new Loongson 3A5000 processor is 50% faster than its predecessor and 30 % more efficient, which puts it on the same level with AMD's first gen Ryzen processors. It packs 4 cores with no hyperthreading clocked at 2.3 - 2.5 GHz ...

Bogdan Solca, Sat, 24 Jul 2021 00:01:00 +0200

OPPO presents its latest battery tech. (Source: OPPO)

The OnePlus 10 series might have 5,000mAh batteries

OPPO has unveiled its latest battery technology, which, as it claims, contains some significant performance and safety upgrades over the existing SuperVOOC 2.0 system. It is still rated for the same charging rate (65W), although i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Fri, 23 Jul 2021 23:11:00 +0200

The Mi 10T, Mi 10T Pro, and Mi 10T Lite could lose their on-display selfie cameras for the Mi 11T iteration. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi Mi 11T with under-display camera and Snapdragon 888 could soon join the Mi 11 range’s ranks

It appears a Xiaomi Mi 11T smartphone could be in the works as a mysterious device from the Chinese OEM has been spotted in FCC listings. If Xiaomi is planning on releasing a Mi 11T, which could sport an under-display camera and S...

Daniel R Deakin, Fri, 23 Jul 2021 20:51:00 +0200

The POCO F3 GT is a rebadged Redmi K40 Gaming Enhanced Edition that Xiaomi sells in China. (Image source: Xiaomi)

POCO F3 GT: Xiaomi launches its next cheap gaming smartphone with a 120 Hz AMOLED display and maglev triggers

Xiaomi has officially unveiled its latest gaming smartphone, the POCO F3 GT. The device features a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 SoC, a 120 Hz and AMOLED display, along with four cameras and support for 67 W fast charging.

Alex Alderson, Fri, 23 Jul 2021 20:32:00 +0200

Rumor | The Honor V7 Pro tablet will launch with a purpose-made Dimensity 1300T SoC

Honor has announced that it will launch the V7 Pro soon, a tablet that, going by its new trailer, will debut with multiple high-end design trends. A famous leaker asserts that it will also do so with a new 5G Dimensity-series proc...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Fri, 23 Jul 2021 18:58:00 +0200

The Mi 11 will get the Memory Extension feature. (Source: Xiaomi)

Latest MIUI 12.5 build adds even more RAM to the Poco F3, Mi 10 and Mi 11 series

Ever wanted to download more RAM? Xiaomi's latest feature will allow some owners to do something of the sort. After offering a Memory Extension feature on the Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G weeks ago, Xiaomi is set to bring a more impressiv...

Ricci Rox, Fri, 23 Jul 2021 17:38:00 +0200

The iQOO 7 in an alleged new edition. (Source: 91Mobiles)

The upcoming iQOO 8 will debut with 160W charging

iQOO is said to launch an Android phone based on the new Snapdragon 888+ chipset soon, and will thereby replace a flagship with the OEM's top 120W Flash Charge technology. Now, a report from the Chinese media claims that its immed...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Thu, 22 Jul 2021 21:01:00 +0200

The OnePlus Nord 2 5G. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Nord 2 5G launched with a Dimensity 1200 and a main camera straight out of the OnePlus 9 Pro, starts at €399

OnePlus has now launched its main mid-range device for the year, the OnePlus Nord 2 5G. The OnePlus Nord 2 5G seeks to build on the relative success of last year's OnePlus Nord with a 90Hz AMOLED, 65 W charging, and a MediaTek Dim...

Ricci Rox, Thu, 22 Jul 2021 17:25:00 +0200

The ZTE Axon 30's cutting-edge display allegedly outdoes its predecessor in a new leak

ZTE has confirmed that the Axon 30 will be its second-gen under-display camera smartphone on its late July 2021 launch. Now, new in-the-wild videos purport to showcase this aspect of the device ahead of this event. The leaks sugge...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Thu, 22 Jul 2021 16:55:00 +0200

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra (L) achieved the same display score as the cheaper Mi 11 (R). (Image source: Xiaomi/DxOMark - edited)

Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra fails to break into DxOMark's top 10 global ranking for display performance with a score that ties with the much cheaper Mi 11

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra smartphone has not managed to enter the top 10 global ranking for display in a recent DxOMark test. The expensive phone performed well overall but was shy of the performances produced by rivals such as the S...

Daniel R Deakin, Wed, 21 Jul 2021 22:50:00 +0200

Xiaomi expands the Android 11 rollout for the Redmi Note 8 to Global ROM units

After beginning the Android 11 rollout for the European model of the Redmi Note 8 a few weeks ago, Xiaomi is now expanding its reach. Starting today, the Android 11 alongside the July security patch will reach the first batch of g...

Ricci Rox, Wed, 21 Jul 2021 13:04:00 +0200

The Redmi Note 10S in its new Starlight Purple finish. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S re-released in a striking new colourway

Xiaomi has announced a new colour variant of the Redmi Note 10S. Called Starlight Purple, the colour extends to the device's frame and has an eye-catching back panel.

Alex Alderson, Wed, 21 Jul 2021 01:55:00 +0200

MIUI 12.5 is slowly making its way to all eligible devices. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 and Mi 9 Lite grab MIUI 12.5 globally, Mi 9 receives new OS in Europe

MIUI 12.5 has arrived on the Redmi Note 7, Mi 9 Lite and Mi 9 in more regions. The OS update does not bring Android 11 to the Redmi Note 7 though, unfortunately.

Alex Alderson, Wed, 21 Jul 2021 01:50:00 +0200

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra will likely be one of the first smartphones to receive the MIUI 13 update. (Image source: Xiaomi/Weibo - edited)

MIUI 13 main updates leaked along with the supposed Control Center design for Xiaomi's upcoming Android overlay

The alleged main updates for MIUI 13 have been leaked just as a supposed image of the redesigned Control Center has started doing the rounds. One of the purported MIUI 13 changes is the introduction of floating windows for games. ...

Daniel R Deakin, Tue, 20 Jul 2021 22:06:00 +0200

The upcoming Axon 30. (Source: ZTE via Weibo)

ZTE will launch the Axon 30 with a second-gen under-display camera on July 27, 2021

ZTE has announced a date for the Axon 30 product event. The show will unveil the OEM's second-gen under-display camera phone during this show. It is now slated to arrive with a 6.92-inch edge-to-edge FHD+ AMOLED display, a high-en...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Tue, 20 Jul 2021 12:52:00 +0200

Fan-made concept renders of the Mi Pad 5 show it in a range of colors with the familiar square camera bump. (Image source: @HoiINDI/Weibo - edited)

Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 allegedly priced for success in China as leaked technical drawing confirms design

The supposed price for the base variant of the upcoming Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 has been leaked, which if accurate will be an attractive proposal for tablet buyers in China. On top of this alleged Mi Pad 5 price leak, the appearance of a ...

Daniel R Deakin, Mon, 19 Jul 2021 19:44:00 +0200

The Xiaomi Mi A2 has received three years worth of Android security patches. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi A2 receives its final allotted update, leaving the Mi A3 as Xiaomi's last active Android One smartphone

The Xiaomi Mi A2 has received its last Android security patch, three years after Xiaomi released the handset. Now, only the Mi A3 carries the candle for Xiaomi's Android One smartphones, albeit only until 2022.

Alex Alderson, Mon, 19 Jul 2021 18:51:00 +0200

A Huawei P50 render. (Source: SlashLeaks)

Rumor | Huawei will launch the P50 (and nothing else) at the end of July 2021

It has been thought that Huawei would launch a whole series of premium P50 mobile devices in mid- to late 2021. However, the latest word on this subject is that it will be launched in a much more restrained form on July 29, 2021. ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Sun, 18 Jul 2021 17:34:00 +0200

Apple's MagSafe seems to have a super-fan. (Source: Apple)

Realme trademarks what could be a MagSafe clone

Realme has registered the term MagDart with the EU's intellectual property office (EUIPO). This name seems to mimic that of Apple's new proprietary wireless charging system. Therefore, the Android OEM could be working on similar p...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Sun, 18 Jul 2021 16:55:00 +0200

The Realme Band 2 has a larger and squarer display compared to the first-gen Realme Band fitness tracker. (Image source: @OnLeaks/Digit/Realme - edited)

Realme Band 2 impresses in new renders with larger display and classier looks than the first-gen Realme Band fitness tracker

New Realme Band 2 renders have turned up showing how different the fitness tracker looks in comparison to the original Realme Band wearable. The good-looking Realme Band 2 is expected to feature blood-pressure monitoring and possi...

Daniel R Deakin, Sat, 17 Jul 2021 22:01:00 +0200

The Realme Pad renders show a generic Android tablet with some color highlights on the rear. (Image source: @OnLeaks/91mobiles - edited)

New Realme Pad renders show underwhelming design choices for the upcoming 10.4-in tablet

The Realme Pad has turned up in a selection of renders and a brief 360° video clip. The tablet appears to be a 10.4-inch device and has somewhat polarizing choices in terms of looks and camera equipment. Buyers of the Realme Pad w...

Daniel R Deakin, Sat, 17 Jul 2021 20:00:00 +0200

Xiaomi sells over 1 million Redmi Power Banks in India

Xiaomi's sub-brand Redmi launched its Power Bank to the Indian market in February 2020. It has reportedly proven popular since, as its shipments in the country have now exceeded 1 million units. The accessory comes in 10,000mAh an...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Sat, 17 Jul 2021 15:07:00 +0200

An alleged Realme GT Master Edition surfaces on Geekbench ahead of launch

Realme is slated to debut the Master Edition of its GT smartphone later in July 2021. Prior to this, a device that might have its model number has appeared on Geekbench. If so, the new leak confirms that it will have a new 5G Qual...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Fri, 16 Jul 2021 21:49:00 +0200

Xiaomi has enjoyed huge annual growth thanks to the popularity of devices such as the Mi 11 Ultra. (Image source: Xiaomi/Canalys - edited)

Xiaomi continues phenomenal rise to the top as +83% growth takes it past Apple as the world's second-largest smartphone brand

An incredible annual growth rate has given Xiaomi the ability to leapfrog over Apple and take up second place in the table of the world’s largest smartphone vendors for the second quarter of 2021. Samsung still remains at the top ...

Daniel R Deakin, Fri, 16 Jul 2021 19:53:00 +0200

ZTE launches its Watch Live internationally for US$40

The Watch Live is the OEM ZTE's first-gen health-focused wearable. It is an Apple Watch clone with a blood oxygen sensor, all-day heart rate tracking and an IP68 rating. Its maker has now released it to its global website for just...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Fri, 16 Jul 2021 17:36:00 +0200

It seems that Xiaomi is preparing to release the Mi Pad 5 series in multiple markets, including Europe and the US. (Image source: HoilNDI)

Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 lands on the FCC running MIUI 12.5 with 6 GB of RAM, up to 256 GB of storage, a keyboard and a stylus

Xiaomi has submitted its next Mi Pad to another certification agency, this time the FCC. The same tablet has already been seen at the EEC in Russia, making a global launch even more likely.

Alex Alderson, Fri, 16 Jul 2021 17:21:00 +0200

The Mi A2 Lite is unlikely to receive another update. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite has received its final guaranteed update

Xiaomi has released the July 2021 security patch to the Mi A2 Lite, three years to the month that the device debuted. This month's update is the last guaranteed for the Android One handset.

Alex Alderson, Fri, 16 Jul 2021 01:39:00 +0200

Both the POCO C3 and POCO M2 have been moved to the

Latest Xiaomi Android 12 update list relegates the POCO M2, promotes the Redmi 9T, and moves the Mi 10 to internal beta testing

A refreshed list of Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO, and Black Shark devices that will or will not be updated to Android 12 has recently been published. The unofficial list features numerous changes from the last one, including the news that ...

Daniel R Deakin, Thu, 15 Jul 2021 20:12:00 +0200

The Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro have no received MIUI 12.5 in multiple regions. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi rolls out MIUI 12.5 to the Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro globally

The Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro have started receiving MIUI 12.5 globally. V12.5.1.0.RJDMIXM is rolling out now as an OTA and brings MIUI's global branch in line with many others, including Europe and India.

Alex Alderson, Thu, 15 Jul 2021 19:13:00 +0200

A Redmi 10 series could be based on Mediatek processors like most of the Redmi 9 range was. (Image source: Redmi 9 phones/Xiaomi - edited)

Redmi 10 specs leak: 50 MP main camera sensor for likely Mediatek-powered smartphone running on MIUI 12.5 out of the box

Xiaomi fans should start preparing for an influx of Redmi 10 smartphones. New specs leaks have started painting a picture of the likely affordable devices, with a rumor stating the presence of a 50 MP main camera sensor in one of ...

Daniel R Deakin, Wed, 14 Jul 2021 20:51:00 +0200

The IMILAB W12 has IP68 water and dust resistance, among other features. (Image source: IMILAB)

IMILAB W12: New smartwatch from Xiaomi's ecosystem comes with IP68 certification and up to 30 days of battery life

The IMILAB W12 is a new smartwatch from Xiaomi's ecosystem that has a lot going for it. According to the manufacturer, the W12 is IP68 certified and should last up to 30 days between charges.

Alex Alderson, Wed, 14 Jul 2021 20:33:00 +0200

This phablet might have more competition soon. (Source: Huawei)

The first-gen Honor foldable phone will have an 8-inch main display: new leak

Honor is thought to be one of a handful of OEMs that will get into the foldables game in 2021 or 2022. A well-regarded leaker now claims to confirm this is the case with some specific dimensions and details. The state-of-the-art d...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Wed, 14 Jul 2021 15:59:00 +0200

iQOO launches its Quest Days promo. (Source: iQOO)

iQOO reach 25 million smartphone sales worldwide

iQOO is a sub-brand of the OEM Vivo that specializes in Android smartphones that often focus on premium features at non-premium prices. It has announced that it has now shipped at least 25 million units globally, and is celebratin...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Wed, 14 Jul 2021 00:19:00 +0200

A bike that cycles itself? (Source: YouTube)

A Huawei engineer develops a self-riding bicycle

An engineer associated with the OEM Huawei has documented the design and creation of an electric bicycle. However, unlike the vast majority of these devices, this one is rated to propel and balance itself, thanks to a complex syst...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Tue, 13 Jul 2021 23:20:00 +0200

New Mi Pad 5 concept renders split opinion as Xiaomi dismisses them for logo inaccuracy

New Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 fan-made concept renders have appeared online that have already been splitting opinions among fans. The realistic nature of the Mi Pad 5 design has led to Xiaomi PR explicitly stating that they are unofficial. ...

Daniel R Deakin, Tue, 13 Jul 2021 19:53:00 +0200

Blackview announces its first ever laptop called the Acebook1 for just $389 USD

The manufacturer is promising "toughness and performance like no other cheap laptops" through its quad-core Celeron N4120 processor, 4 GB RAM, and aluminum alloy chassis.

Allen Ngo, Mon, 12 Jul 2021 22:57:00 +0200

The Xiaomi Mi 12 could end up being a flagship flagship-killer if the starting price lands in an affordable zone. (Image source: Unofficial Mi 12 concept/Weibo - edited)

Xiaomi Mi 12 shaping up to be a 2021 flagship flagship-killer thanks to purported premium specs and new display rumors

New information about a potential Xiaomi Mi 12 has surfaced. It appears that the Mi 11 successor has already been spotted via the IMEI database. It is expected that the Mi 12 will feature flagship specifications across the board, ...

Daniel R Deakin, Mon, 12 Jul 2021 18:43:00 +0200

Some new Realme Book renders have shown up online

Realme Book: New leak reveals the laptop's design, specifications and tentative price

Some new Realme Book renders confirm the notebook's MacBook-like aesthetic and shed light on key design elements such as the chassis, number of ports, and overall dimensions. Realme is expected to unveil the laptop in India someti...

Anil Ganti, Mon, 12 Jul 2021 15:26:00 +0200

Sony Xperia 1 III vs. Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra: Snapdragon 888 smartphones put to the speed test. (Image source: Sony/Xiaomi/TechNick - edited)

Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra left for dead by better-optimized Sony Xperia 1 III in grueling battery of speed tests

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra has been soundly thrashed by the Sony Xperia 1 III in a series of speed tests. While both phones sport the Snapdragon 888 SoC and have 12 GB RAM each, it seems the new Xperia 1 III enjoys enhanced Android an...

Daniel R Deakin, Mon, 12 Jul 2021 02:21:00 +0200

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G (L) scored the same amount as the Google Pixel 4a (R) in camera benchmarks. (Image source: Xiaomi/Google - edited)

Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G impresses in DxOMark tests and ties with the Google Pixel 4a at the top of its price segment

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G has successfully impressed the reviewers at the noted benchmark site DxOMark. While the Mi 11 Lite 5G didn’t disturb the premium smartphones at the top of the overall rankings, it managed to tie for first ...

Daniel R Deakin, Sun, 11 Jul 2021 18:53:00 +0200

Amazfit's new TWS earbud teaser. (Source: Amazfit)

Amazfit teases its new, heart rate-sensing TWS earbuds

Amazfit has announced that its next pair of TWS earbuds will be unveiled during its upcoming “Future of Health” event. The popular health-wearable brand claims that they will help the user improve their posture in addition to thei...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Sun, 11 Jul 2021 15:00:00 +0200

Rumor | OPPO will launch the Reno6 Z 5G smartphone soon

OPPO has already launched the latest series of its Reno smartphones, in vanilla and Pro flavors. However, it has often tacked on additional variants in the previous generations of this line. Now, new leaks suggest that it is geari...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Sat, 10 Jul 2021 19:35:00 +0200

OnePlus might not be enjoying all of the responses to its OnePlus 9 caption challenge. (Image source: OnePlus - edited)

OnePlus gets roasted by followers with ill-timed OnePlus 9 smartphone caption challenge

OnePlus has been facing plenty of flak lately because of the whole app-throttling performance and benchmark manipulation issue that the OEM was caught implementing with the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro smartphones. The company has ...

Daniel R Deakin, Sat, 10 Jul 2021 15:42:00 +0200

An official Realme Pad teaser. (Source: Realme)

The first-gen Realme Pad allegedly pops up in a live image leak

Realme is slated to launch its first-ever tablet, simply called the Pad of its brand, later in 2021. Photos posted to SlashLeaks allegedly reveal some details about its design and specs. They may reveal that it is a fairly generic...

Deirdre O'Donnell, Sat, 10 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0200

MIUI 12.5 is available for the Mi 9T Pro and Redmi K20 Pro in another country. (Image source: GadgetStripe)

Xiaomi rolls out MIUI 12.5 and Android 11 to the Mi 9T Pro and Redmi K20 Pro in India

Xiaomi has started rolling out MIUI 12.5 to the Mi 9T Pro and Redmi K20 Pro in India. Currently, V12.5.1.0.RFKINXM is available as a Beta Stable update, but a download link has already leaked. MIUI 12.5 has already arrived on MIUI...

Alex Alderson, Fri, 09 Jul 2021 18:57:00 +0200

The Mi Pad 5 may actually resemble early concept renders. (Image source: Weibo)

Possible Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 design photographed in leaked factory image

The Mi Pad 5 series is due any month now, although little is known about Xiaomi's next flagship tablets. Reportedly, a hands-on image with numerous Mi Pad 5 parts has leaked from a factory though, just a day or so after a new Xiao...

Alex Alderson, Fri, 09 Jul 2021 18:43:00 +0200

EPOPOOS' latest smartwatch has a large AMOLED display and costs under US$60. (Image source: EPOPOOS)

EPOPOOS launches a smartwatch with an AMOLED display, IP67 certification and local music playback support for US$59.99

Currently, EPOPOOS is selling a comparatively well-equipped smartwatch, not least because of its AMOLED display. The device supposedly supports Bluetooth 5.0, up to 20 days of battery life and heart rate tracking, too.

Alex Alderson, Fri, 09 Jul 2021 15:14:00 +0200

The Redmi Note 7 is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

MIUI 12.5 starts making its way to Redmi Note 7 owners with the China ROM model

Xiaomi has started rolling out the MIUI 12.5 update for the Redmi Note 7 with the China ROM. Apparently, the firmware is in a stable beta form, so there will be a testing phase before a wider rollout commences. The Redmi Note 7 wa...

Daniel R Deakin, Fri, 09 Jul 2021 12:53:00 +0200

Xiaomi has now replaced the exploded Redmi 8 with a new Redmi 9. (Source: @AkkyAbhi)

Xiaomi replaces exploded Redmi 8 from recent incident with a newer model

Last week, two Xiaomi phones spontaneously went up in flames and dealt burn damage to victims. Xiaomi has now attempted to make amends in one of those cases, by replacing one of those devices without cost to the owner—and with an ...

Ricci Rox, Fri, 09 Jul 2021 10:25:00 +0200

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