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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Xiaomi introduced today the Redmi K60 top-tier smartphones and a new Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed midranger. The stage also saw the arrival of three smart wearable devices - a Redmi Watch 3 with a bigger screen, a new Band 2 with a thin and light body, and Buds 4 Lite in fancy colors at a low price.All of them are available for purchase in China.Redmi Watch 3The new wearable comes with a square-ish AMOLED display that is 1.75” in diagonal. It is 341 PPI and supports a 60 Hz refresh rate, and Redmi said it could reach 600 nits brightness. The body has flat sides, similar to the...


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Xiaomi unveils Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Redmi Note 12 series unveiled in October consists of four smartphones - Redmi Note 12, Redmi Note 12 Pro, Redmi Note 12 Pro+, and Redmi Note 12 Discovery (aka Explorer). Today Redmi added a fifth member to the lineup, dubbed Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition.While the name might suggest that the Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition charges faster than the Redmi Note 12 Pro that comes with 67W wired charging, that's not the case since the Speed Edition also charges at the same speed. It also packs a 5,000 mAh battery like the non-Speed model and supports QC 3+, PD 2.0, and PD 3.0 charging...


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Xiaomi launches Redmi K60 series, Pro version gets Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Xiaomi held a big event today for its Redmi brand, launching half a dozen new products. The stars of the show were the Redmi K60 lineup, consisting of three new phones - a flagship Redmi K60 Pro with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, a vanilla Redmi K60 with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, and another premium phone called Redmi K60E, powered by the new Dimensity 8200 chipset.Redmi K60 ProThe top-tier Redmi K60 Pro comes with a 6.67” AMOLED with a so-called 2K resolution - that is the middle step between QHD and Full HD, or simply put - 3200 x 1440 pixels. According to promo images, it can reach 1,400 nits...


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Samsung Galaxy A13 is the latest phone to get Android 13-based One UI 5.0 update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung continues to release Android 13-based One UI 5.0 stable update for its smartphones, and the latest phone to get the upgrade is the Galaxy A13 having model code SM-A135F.The One UI 5.0 update comes with firmware version A135FXXU2BVL2 and the usual One UI 5.0 goodies in addition to the November 2022 Android security patch.Samsung Galaxy A13The update is currently seeding in Armenia, Azerbaijan, Croatia, France, Georgia, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Kazakhstan, Poland, Portugal, Serbia, Slovenia, Ukraine, the Czech Republic, and the UK.If you live in any of these...


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Realme's 240W charging tech coming on January 5, Realme 10 launching soon in India
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The fastest-charging smartphone right now is the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Explorer, having support for 210W wired charging. But that could change soon since Realme is rumored to launch the GT Neo 5 with 240W charging. Realme hasn't divulged anything about the GT Neo 5 yet, but the company today announced it will hold an event on January 5 in China at 2:30PM local time to talk about new charging tech. And judging by Realme's choice of words in its Weibo post and the poster it shared, we believe the company will introduce its 240W charging tech.The fastest-charging Realme smartphone right now...


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Samsung Galaxy S22 sales to come short of 30 million sales goal, foldables also in decline
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Galaxy S22 series was expected to strengthen Samsung’s position as a top manufacturer, but sales failed to reach their goal. According to Korean sources, Samsung increased its devices' ASP (Average Sales Price) by just 2%, while Apple saw a rise of 7%.Local media and analysts pointed out that Samsung might lose its premium image abroad, as the best-selling model was the super affordable Galaxy A12, while foldable sales also came short of the expectations in the United States. The decrease is expected to continue throughout the holiday period.According to research, the Galaxy...


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Dozens of Apple devices send automated crash notifications in a ski town
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple unveiled its latest iPhones and Watch 8 series with the ability to send an automated call to emergency services when the device experiences an abrupt stop, usually a result of a car crash.The feature is now backfiring, as one US ski town fielded 71 crash notifications, The Colorado Sun reported. According to the Summit County 911 Center, none of these automated calls was an emergency - skiers just stopped abruptly on the slopes without needing medical attention.The “crash detection” and “fall detection” feature on the iPhone 14 series automatically calls 911. The emergency...


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Samsung Galaxy A14 5G, Galaxy A34 5G, and Galaxy A54 5G get Bluetooth certified
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Samsung Galaxy A14 5G, Galaxy A34 5G, and Galaxy A54 5G we've been hearing about for some time now have been certified by Bluetooth SIG, taking them a step closer to the launch.The Galaxy A54 5G has been listed on the certifying authority's website with model code SM-A546V, while the Galaxy A34 5G has model designation SM-A346B_DSN.Samsung Galaxy A14 5G's leaked imageThe Galaxy A14 5G, on the other hand, has eight different models: SM-A146U, SM-S146VL, SM-A146U1-DS, SM-A146W, SM-A146U, SM-A146P, SM-A146P-N, and SM-A146P-DSN. The Galaxy A14 also has two models: SM-A145P_DS...


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Winners and loser: Realme
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Another strong year for Realme has come and gone as the company delivered attention-grabbing devices in multiple price classes. The one clear gap in the lineup is the lack of a proper flagship as the absence of the X-series continues to be felt. The company is headed in the right direction with its software and might establish itself as a maker of good tablets, if only it brings its slates to more markets.Winner: Realme GT2 ProThe year started off strong with the unveiling of the Realme GT2 Pro. You can think of this phone as a cheaper OnePlus 10 Pro – it lacks the 3.3x telephoto...


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My top 5 phones of 2022 – Michail
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The past year brought out a number of memorable devices and while it was hard to pick out the five best ones, I finally managed it. A bit of background on my phone preferences - I like smaller or as I like to call them reasonably-sized phones. You know, ones that are comfortable to use with one hand.While small phones are my preference, I can’t deny transcendent devices that let you do more than just browse social media apps, take pictures and listen to Spotify – I’m talking about foldables here and I have two in my top-five list.Apple iPhone 14 ProThe iPhone 14 Pro is my phone of...


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Top 10 most popular reviews of 2022: Q2
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Having gone through the most popular reviews of the first three months of the year, it's time to recap what phones of the second quarter got your interest.We kick things off with the ever-popular Samsung Galaxy A53 5G. It is still hard to argue with its value proposition. Some of the things it brings to the table include a 120Hz AMOLED display, stereo speakers and a large 5,000 mAh battery. It also has IP67 ingress protection, which is quite uncommon in its price bracket.The same goes for the Galaxy A33, which is also water and dust resistant to the same degree and piqued...


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Sony LinkBuds S review
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Sony LinkBuds S, also known as the WF-LS900N, are Sony's latest truly wireless earbuds. They are also Sony's smallest and lightest noise-canceling earbuds, 40% more compact than the flagship WF-1000XM4.Despite the smaller size and price, the LinkBuds S offer a feature set very similar to the more expensive WF-1000XM4, including active noise cancelation and ambient mode powered by the same Integrated Processor V1 SoC, LDAC and High-Resolution Audio Wireless, multipoint connection, 360 Reality Audio, and DSEE Extreme AI upscaling. It even includes what Sony says is its...


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Apple's 3nm chips kick off mass production next week at TSMC
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A new report from DigiTimes claims that TSMC is ready to kick off 3nm chip production at its Fab 18 and, of course, as one the biggest TSMC clients, Apple will be the first to reap the benefits of the cutting-edge tech. This is in line with previous reports and Apple seems to be on track to upgrade its next-generation devices in 2023 with an M2 Pro chip.The rumor suggests that TSMC will be holding a ceremony in Southern Taiwan Science Park on December 29 to celebrate the start of the 3nm chip production as well as detail its plans to expand 3nm silicon production as a...


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iQOO Neo7 Racing Edition to have a 5,000 mAh battery with 120W fast charging
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The vivo-owned brand iQOO is launching a Neo7 Racing Edition smartphone later this week. We already know a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset will power it, and today we learned it will have a 5,000 mAh battery and 120W fast charging.The phone was also pictured on the Weibo page of the brand, revealing its looks. Both the battery features and the design suggest the new Neo7 Racing (also translated Speed) will share the footprint of the Neo7 and Neo7 SE - 164.8 x 76.9 x 8.6 mm.vivo iQOO Neo7 Racing postersThe iQOO Neo7 Racing Edition was pictured in the hands of regular people...


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Honor Pad V8 Pro debuts with Dimensity 8100 and 144Hz screen
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Along with the Honor 80 GT announcement, the company introduced its Pad V8 Pro tablet with а beefy hardware under the hood. This is Honor's top-of-the-line tablet, so it packs a decent punch.The Honor Pad V8 Pro is built around a large 12.1-inch IPS LCD panel with 2560 x 1600px resolution, 10-bit color depth, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage and 144Hz refresh rate. According to Honor, this is the first tablet to feature a 144Hz refresh rate. Another interesting bit is the IMAX Enhanced certification that would allow users to stream content that complies with the same standard. This...


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Honor 80 GT announced with SD 8 Gen 1+ and 54MP main camera
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Honor just announced yet another member of the Honor 80 family, this time with a GT designation. The Honor 80 GT slots in between the Honor 80 Pro and the vanilla version, but seems to be much closer to the 80 Pro as it's powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC.Compared to the 80 Pro, the 80 GT has a smaller 6.67-inch OLED panel with 1080 x 2400px resolution but still offers 10-bit color depth, 100% DCI-P3, 1,400 nits peak brightness and, of course, 120Hz refresh rate.The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset is paired with either 12GB or 16GB of RAM, while storage is always 256GB....


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My Top 5 phones of 2022 - George
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] My thirst and curiosity for new smartphones has dwindled over the years - having reviewed my share of models and used a handful personally, I've reached a point where excitement has mostly left the room. Having said that, there still are some areas where developments manage to create a spark in this otherwise emotionless reviewer's heart - not sufficient to motivate a purchase, but just enough to keep him going.Forever the wanting more type, I'm still looking for the right foldable to deliver the most tablet in the smallest amount of smartphone and we're inching towards that goal....


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nubia announces Red Magic 8 Pro with a 6,000 mAh battery, Pro+ gets 165W fast charge
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The nubia brand just announced its gaming smartphone Red Magic 8 Pro. It is actually two different phones - ZTE nubia Red Magic 8 Pro with a 6,000 mAh battery and 80W fast charging, and ZTE nubia Red Magic 8 Pro+ with a smaller 5,000 mAh battery but 165W faster charging.The Plus version also comes with more RAM and storage options, but nubia kept the overall set of features and design the same - both the Pro and the Pro+ share the same chipset, cameras, footprint, and software.The two nubia Red Magic 8 Pro devices come with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. It is coupled by a Red Magic...


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OnePlus 11 shown in live images, official renders also in tow
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] We already know what the OnePlus 11 would look like from the multiple leaked renders in the past couple of months, but it's always better to have some live images, as those are much harder to fake.Alleged live images of OnePlus 11As you can see, the photos merely confirm what we've seen earlier in the renders. The circular camera module is in place along with the Hasselblad branding and the sandstone-like finish of the back panel. Interestingly enough, the display indeed appears to be flat.As a bonus, OnePlus themselves shared a couple of official product images...


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Redmi will launch Watch 3, Band 2, Buds 4 Lite, and new Note 12 Pro Speed on Dec 27
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Xiaomi’s brand Redmi which operates semi-independently in China, is preparing for its huge event tomorrow. The flagship smartphone series Redmi K60 is arriving, and we know it will have at least two very different looks - one with a Blue vegan leather back and another designed to look like carbon.We are also expecting a flurry of new devices, including two new wearables - Redmi Watch 3 and Redmi Band 2 - as well as new TWS earphones Redmi Buds 4 Lite.On top of that, we also expect an entirely new Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed smartphone that brings a new chipset, camera and looks with a...


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More photos of OnePlus 11R reveal screen, confirm overall design
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The first OnePlus 11R images leaked earlier this month, and we saw some key details such as the three-cam setup on the back, as well as the return of the alert slider. The device was in a pre-production shell, made to keep the overall design from leaking, but now new photos come to fill us in on that.The new photos revealed the OnePlus 11R will have a screen with curved edges and a single punch hole in the center. The source claims we’re looking at a 1220p display, 50MP main camera with Sony sensor and OIS, and the IR blaster that was already revealed before.OnePlus 11RThe...


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Ice Universe: Oppo is working on its own smartphone chipset
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Smartphones are constrained by batteries and thermals and perform optimally when specialized hardware does the heavy lifting – hardware like Oppo’s MariSilicon X ISP and the new MariSilicon Y Bluetooth chip. Of course, these are partial solutions, for best results a completely custom chipset is what is needed. That seems to be the thinking over at Oppo HQ as Ice Universe reports that the company is planning to introduce its own smartphone chipset in 2024.Oppo has allegedly hired thousands of people to work on the project, but unfortunately, further details are scarce for now. It will...


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Lenovo Tab M9 unveiled: $140 tablet with 9" screen, optional 4G
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Lenovo unveiled a kid-friendly tablet that slots between the Tab M8 and Tab M10. It is the Lenovo Tab M9 and – you guessed it! – it has a 9” display. This tablet will be on the floor at CES 2023, but it is in no rush to go to market as it will launch in Q2 (April-July). The base model will start at $140.The tablet has a 9” LCD display, a pretty basic panel with 1,340 x 800px resolution (15:9). It offers up to 400 nits of brightness and 60% coverage of the NTSC color space. There is a 2MP camera on the front for video (and face unlock, there is no fingerprint reader), plus an 8MP camera on...


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Massive leak shows Lenovo's CES 2023 slate: ThinkPhone, Tab Extreme and more
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Lenovo will have a very, very busy CES this January – the global tech event will run from January 5 to the 8th and Lenovo will be introducing new tablets, laptops and other devices from its major product lines. And, perhaps, the ThinkPhone too.Leakster Evan Blass has posted images of all new devices that will be present at CES. First, here are clean images of the Lenovo ThinkPhone. Its design borrows from the famous ThinkPad line of laptops, though the actual hardware may be based on a Motorola – the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 powered Moto X40, perhaps, or something equally...


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Entry-level Samsung Galaxy F04 coming soon with 8GB RAM, teaser reveals
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung is preparing to launch the Galaxy F04, and the first market will be India. According to leaked teasers, the device will be exclusive to Flipkart and will sell for less than INR8,000, which is about $100.There are no official specs yet, but the device is expected to be a renamed Galaxy A04 or Galaxy A04e with its two cameras on the back. It is will bring 8GB RAM, which will be a massive selling point at this price point.If the Galaxy F04 is indeed a close relative to the A04 devices, we’re looking at a phone with a 6.5” LCD at the front, and a 5MP selfie camera sitting...


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New Honor 80 Pro appears in renders, will sell only offline
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Honor 80 family has four members, and it looks like a fifth is on its way. A new device appeared online with a flat display and camera island just like the 80 Pro, and sources claim it will also be named "Honor 80 Pro."However, the upcoming device will have a new screen with a single selfie camera inside the punch hole, and a slightly different set of shooters on the back. The twist is it will be only for the offline market and won’t be available on the company website.The new Honor 80 Pro is said to bring a 6.67” OLED screen with a Full HD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and...


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11.1-inch and 13-inch OLED iPad Pros are coming in 2024
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple is working on ever so slightly enlarging the screens of its iPad Pros, from 11" and 12.9" to 11.1" and 13", respectively. These models will arrive on the market in 2024, according to display analyst Ross Young.These iPad Pros will feature OLED screens, and because of the minute increase in diameter could actually have the same overall physical sizes as their predecessors, as Apple may opt to simply trim the bezels somewhat in order to accommodate the new panels.The current lineup consists of an 11" iPad Pro with a traditional LCD screen and a 12.9" model with a mini LED...


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Samsung Galaxy A04s is now receiving the One UI 5 update based on Android 13
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung wants to finish its One UI 5 rollout by the end of this year, having set a record-breaking pace so far, updating dozens of models since late October when the madness started.The latest device to be graced with Android 13 and One UI 5 on top is the entry-level Galaxy A04s. It was launched with Android 12 a few months ago, and is now making the jump to Android 13, with the new firmware version labeled A047MUBU1BVK5.This is currently going out to units sold in Panama, and presumably will spread across the world very soon, if there are no problems found in the meantime. Since...


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iQOO Neo7 Racing edition unveiled with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The original iQOO Neo7 arrived in October with a Dimensity 9000+, it was followed by the Neo7 SE with a Dimensity 8200, now comes the Racing Edition with a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. Other than the chipset and price, this one isn’t too different from the original Neo7.The iQOO Neo7 Racing edition pairs the 8+ Gen 1 chipset with 8GB of RAM and 256GB storage for CNY 2,800 ($400/€380/₹33,000). There is also a 12/256GB version for CNY 3,000, 16/256GB for CNY 3,300 and a fully-loaded 16/512GB version for CNY 3,600.The 6.78” display is an FHD+ panel (20:9) with HDR10+ support and 120Hz...


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Samsung unveils Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 with Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 chipset
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung unveiled the Intel-powered Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 back in February but now has a new version almost ready to go – one that will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 chipset. The new model was announced in South Korea and will be released on January 16 with a price of KRW 1.89 million.The 8cx Gen 3 was the first 5nm chipset for Windows-on-ARM devices and brought major performance improvements when it launched late last year. Compared to the Gen 2 it offers +85% multi-core CPU performance, +60% GPU performance and the NPU went up to 29 TOPS.Compared to the Intel version...


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Tecno partners with Skyesports to bring Call of Duty Mobile Pova Cup
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Tecno announced a partnership with Skyesports to bring a year-long tournament for mobile users. Next year will begin the Call of Duty Mobile Pova Cup, which will take place in India and will have a format spanning multiple seasons, offering players a chance to compete.In this joint venture, Tecno simply puts the Pova brand in the name of the tournament, which will be organized and streamed by Skyesports on its official social media channels in four languages - English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, in an attempt to expose as many people as possible to the brand.According to Arijeet...


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Ming-Chi Kuo: the iPad mini isn't going away yet, the foldable iPad will be pricey
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The iPhone didn’t immediately kill off the iPod, the MP3 player was cheaper, so it hung around for a few years. Now that Apple is preparing to enter a new product category, foldables, rumors are swirling that it will kill off a product from an old one – The Elec reported that Cupertino is planning to discontinue the iPad mini after its foldable tablet hits the market.Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo disagrees with that assessment and the reasoning is simple – the foldable iPad will have a “markedly higher price” than the mini. The iPad mini (2021) itself had to go up in price recently as the...


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More details about Oppo Find X6 Pro's camera emerge
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Oppo Find X6 Pro is expected in the first quarter of 2023, and a rumor by Digital Chat Station claimed the company is bringing three 50 MP cameras to its flagship, all with Sony sensors behind. Today, the leakster revealed more details, including lenses and other features.Oppo Find X5 ProThe Find X6 Pro’s main 50 MP camera will have a Sony IMX989 sensor that is 1”-type and is seen in the Xiaomi 12S Ultra. It will have an f/1.8 aperture, 7P lens and OIS, and the focal length will be 23 mm equivalent. The ultra-wide-angle shooter’s 50 MP sensor is said to be IMX890 - it is...


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My Top 5 phones of 2022 - Yordan
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The year finally comes to an end, and we look back and reflect on what was served to us in these eventful 12 months. In the world of smartphones, we saw over 500 new models, many of them great in one way or another.As my colleagues share their top five choices for 2022 we can normally identify some trends - some love the foldables, others went for cameraphones. I just like premium devices in general.I have been writing about mobile technology for over ten years, the last six being part of GSMArena. I have seen plenty of innovation and evolution, but I genuinely believe 2022 was the...


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Winners and Losers: Motorola
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] This year has been particularly eventful for Motorola, the company released more than 30 smartphones covering pretty much all price segments. It even updated the iconic Motorola Razr, so it's got its hand in the foldable market as well.But as it's always the case with big tech companies, we see some good and some bad decisions. We've gathered the best and the worst from Motorola in 2022.Winner: Motorola Razr 2022Motorola's first two attempts in the foldable market had some great ideas but came up somewhat short of expectations at the end. The first Razr in 2019 and the refreshed...


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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra will reportedly feature a new telephoto sensor
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is expected to be unveiled at a special event on February 1, along with the rest of the Galaxy S23 family. So at this point that's not even official, but today we have a new rumor... about the Galaxy S24 Ultra. The S23 Ultra's successor, which will land in early 2024.According to prolific leakster Ice Universe, the Galaxy S24 Ultra will replace the telephoto sensor used in its predecessors, and "adopt a new solution". While Ice Universe doesn't mention which telephoto sensor this concerns, we assume it's the periscope zoom one. Then again, the renewal could...


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OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G gets Android 13 update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The latest smartphone to be graced with an update to Android 13 is OnePlus' entry-level Nord CE 2 Lite, which launched back in May. The handset is now seemingly receiving the stable update to OxygenOS 13, based on Android 13, in India.The update arrives over-the-air as a 4.5GB download, so it might be best to grab it from a reliable (and uncapped) data connection. After installation, you'll be on software version CPH2381_11_C.25, and you'll have the December 2022 security patch level.OnePlus updates are all staged, with a small percentage of units receiving the new build in the...


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My top 5 phones of 2022 - Victor
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Another year has gone by, and with it, a slew of devices. One of the best parts of our job here at GSMArena is getting to experience new tech all of the time. This past twelve months, I got to spend a lot of quality with the best smartphones out there. Yet the list you are about to read is about phones that made a lasting impression on me, personally. That doesn't mean the phones are the best from the past year, nor should it serve as buying advice for anyone in particular. I personally like a phone with a clear purpose and I believe that will be evident from the justification of each...


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2022 Winners and losers: Google
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google has been making Pixel smartphones for years, but it’s only now beginning to enter a flow state of sorts. After a significant change of pace with the Pixel 6 series in 2021 - making an in-house chipset, ushering in a new design, and finally overhauling the camera system - in 2022 it was time to do some good old-fashioned refining.As a result, the Google Pixel 7 and 7 Pro are capable and mature smartphones, and their support cast looks almost complete with a Pixel Watch and a coming-soon Pixel tablet.Google is taking things step by step, but there’s no denying that it’s getting a...


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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Xiaomi brand Redmi announced a successful first flash sale in China. The company revealed on Weibo that the first batch of 300,000 units of Redmi K60 phones sold in 5 minutes. It said users loved the new features like the 1220p screen, the wireless charging, and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset of the Pro variant.The Redmi K60 series consists of three phones - a premium Redmi K60E with Dimensity 8200, a vanilla flagship Redmi K60 with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, and the Redmi K60 Pro with a Sony IMX890 sensor behind the 50 MP camera, and 120W fast charging.The number of devices sold...


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Samsung Galaxy S23 base storage will be 256 GB
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung is launching all Galaxy S23 smartphones with at least 256 GB storage, according to the latest rumor claims. According to Ahmed Qwaider on Twitter, the 128 GB option is gone, meaning there won’t be an 8 GB RAM version of the Galaxy S23 Ultra - only 12 GB.The leakster posted only one storage option for the S23 and S23+ but three versions of the Ulta, raising a question of whether it is a full list of variants or only the top-tier phone is listed in full.⭕️Exclusively & officially????Good news for Samsung fansIt's amazing to beGalaxy S23 8Ram + 256G????Galaxy S23+ 8Ram +256G????Galaxy S23...


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240W charger pictured in real-life photos, revealing details
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Realme GT Neo5 is expected to arrive soon, and reports are it will be the first phone to support the company’s new 240W fast charging solution. The charging tech will be announced on January 5, and today, images of the charger appeared online.The adapter carries a model number VCKCJACH, is branded SuperVOOC, and shows 20V power at 12A current.240W chargerThe SuperVOOC naming is generally tied with Oppo, but the brand shares R&D with Realme, so it is fair to say Realme will implement the same adapter; we are yet to learn whether the company will have a new name for it....


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Most Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chips to be manufactured by TSMC
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Qualcomm is expected to source the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 manufacturing to TSMC and Samsung - partnerships that have years of history. However, the latest report is that the Taiwanese manufacturer might get the majority of chip orders built on the 3 nm process because of the incredibly high 80% yield rate.Image credit: WikipediaThe current yield rate from a 3nm GAA wafer is about 60-70%, but TSMC is managing to implement between 75-80% of a single wafer. If we can trust this data, Apple and Qualcomm will not have shipment issues for their next-gen chipsets, the A17 Bionic and Snapdragon...


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2022 Winners and losers: OnePlus
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A quick search in our database returns 14 OnePlus devices released this year, which is 6 more than last year. Perhaps next year will be different, though it's hard to predict how the new strategic partnership with Oppo will work out. But what about the devices it did release this year? Here are the hots and nots ot 2022.Winner: OnePlus 10TOnePlus made a bit of a mess out of its 10 series. There is no vanilla OnePlus 10 and despite much talk, an Ultra model never materialized. Instead, the OnePlus 10T followed up the OnePlus 10 Pro, but not exactly as another flagship offer, but rather...


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Xiaomi Redmi K50i hands-on review
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Xiaomi's Redmi launched the Redmi K20 and K20 Pro in India back in 2019 and those were quite popular back in their day. And after a hiatus of three years, the company finally launched a K series smartphone in India, dubbed Redmi K50i.The Redmi K50i is not an entirely new smartphone, though. It's a version of the Poco X4 GT that's available outside India. We already reviewed the Poco X4 GT, and you can read its detailed review here, but let us tell you that there are some differences between the two smartphones since the Redmi K50i isn't an entirely rebadged X4 GT. Read on to find out...


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My top 5 phones of 2022 - Ro
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Well, 2022 is a wrap and I can say it was a rather... stale year. We can't always have exciting years, of course, but the fact that I've reverted to using a last year's phone, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra, speaks for itself.That doesn't mean I didn't have my favorites among this year's crop and here they go in no particular order.Asus Zenfone 9Just like last year, I would like to kick off this list with an Asus phone. Of course, this year, it's the Zenfone 9. I've always had a thing for compact flagships and I think Asus once again nailed it. In fact, I think the new Zenfone 9 is the...


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Top stories of 2022: Q4
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Welcome to our recap of the top news articles of 2022. We will now be looking back on the most popular stories from the fourth quarter of the year, having already covered the first nine months.We're now at Q4 of 2022 and the final major announcements of the year. By this time, the rumors of the Galaxy S23 series are pretty much a weekly occurrence and their credibility is getting higher and higher. We now know that Samsung will announce the Galaxy S23, S23+, and Galaxy S23 Ultra in early February, and most of their specs. The trio will be the first to not feature an Exynos chipset at all...


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2022 Winners and Losers: Asus
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Asus doesn’t make as many phones as it used to but the Taiwanese maker has established itself on two notable fronts in the smartphone world – gaming phones and compact flagships. Zenfone 9 is the mainstream flagship phone from the brand with a focus on one-handed usability, while the ROG Phone 6 lineup is still the benchmark in the gaming phone segment. Let's see what went well and what could be improved.Winner – Zenfone 9Asus built the best compact phone of the year and it’s not even close. The dimension on the Zenfone 9 are perfect for one-handed handling and you don’t sacrifice...


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Weekly poll: is one of the Redmi K60 series trio your next phone?
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is still very fresh yet it is already starting to appear on some mid-range smartphones like the Redmi K60 series that Xiaomi just launched in China. The Pro model has the 8 Gen 2 chip and starts at CNY 3,300 for an 8/128GB model. For comparison, the Xiaomi 13 with the same chip (and same memory) is CNY 4,000.The Redmi K60 and K60 Pro boast Snapdragon 8-series chipsets and QHD+ displaysThe Redmi K60 Pro has a larger 6.67” OLED display compared to the Xiaomi 13, a 12-bit panel with QHD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The battery is larger too,...


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Weekly poll results: Oppo's Find N2 foldables excite, but availability is an issue
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Last week’s poll shows that Oppo can become a major player in the foldable smartphone market – the new Find N2 duo was received with praise and enthusiasm. However, only one stands a chance of making it big in the global market.The Oppo Find N2 Flip will be available in many markets, though which ones and when are details that Oppo left for 2023. The flip foldable market doesn’t have too many entries – the Galaxy Z from Samsung and Razr from Motorola are the main competitors – but its gap-free design and reasonable dimensions will sure win many hearts.Pricing is a concern as...


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Happy New Year 2023!
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The past year was challenging, but we have to remember it's challenges that bring the best in us and help us grow! As we close the page with humility in our hearts we are ready to face the challenges and embrace the happy moments of the new 2023!Time flies when you’re having fun, and we enjoyed writing every single one of the 4,500+ news articles, as well as over 150 multi-page reviews. Almost every phone review got a separate video for our YouTube channel, which is a completely different challenge that we also really enjoy.We do not know what the future holds for us. However, we...


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Top 10 most popular reviews of 2022: Q4
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] So here we are - after recapping the most popular reviews of the first three quarters, it's time to focus on the final three months of the outgoing year. It's just one of the ways we can take a look back and evaluate the current state of the mobile market and its most important aspect - what you, the readers, like.We kick things off with Google's latest and greatest Pixel 7 pair of phones. After the Pixel 6a made a veritable splash in Q3, the new Pixels dropped at the very beginning of Q4 and drew a lot of eyeballs. They bring a clean AOSP experience garnished with some exclusive...


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Oppo reveals ColorOS 13 update roadmap for Q1 2023
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Oppo has revealed its ColorOS 13 update roadmap for Q1 2023 for 19 devices, 10 of which will receive the stable update.Let's talk about the ColorOS 13 stable update first. It will start rolling out from January 12, 2023, and six smartphones will receive it on the said date - Find X2 Pro, Find X2, Find X2 Pro Lamborghini Edition, Find X2 League of Legends Edition, Ace2, and Ace2 EVA Limited Edition.On January 13, 2023, the K10x 5G and K10 Pro 5G will receive the stable ColorOS 13, with the final rollout of the month beginning on January 31, 2023, for Oppo Pad and Oppo Pad Artist...


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2022 Winners and losers: Oppo
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Another twelve months are behind our back, and Oppo once again remains among the leaders in the smartphone world. It announced a custom NPU called MariSilicon X in the final days of 2021, but it was only this year that it made it to smartphones.Oppo unveiled foldables, regular flagships and a lot of mid-rangers. Here are the winners and losers in the Oppo portfolio for 2022.Winner and loser: Oppo Find N2The new foldable looks a lot like the predecessor, but seeing how the Find N had arguably the best hardware among horizontal foldables that's not bad news. Oppo retained what was...


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Telegram adds spoiler formatting for media, new drawing tools, and profile pictures for contacts
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The folks at Telegram are sending off 2022 with yet another one of their sizable feature dumps. The latest update adds a bunch of new features, including spoiler formatting for media, new drawing tools, zero storage usage, and more.Along with being able to add spoiler formatting for text, Telegram now lets add spoiler formatting for images and videos as well. This appears as a shimmering layer with a blur on top of the media, which hides the content unless the user taps on it. New storage management features let you configure separate auto-remove settings for cached...


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Redmi 12C announced with Helio G85 SoC and 50MP camera
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Xiaomi's Redmi unveiled the Redmi K60 series smartphones, Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition, and a bunch of accessories a few days ago. And before 2022 comes to an end, Redmi announced a new entry-level smartphone, dubbed Redmi 12C.The Redmi 12C is built around a 6.71" HD+ screen with a notch for the 5MP selfie camera. Its back panel - having a non-slip texture and diagonal stripes - sports a fingerprint scanner and a dual camera setup headlined by a 50MP unit. Redmi doesn't tell us anything about the second camera, but we believe it could be a depth sensor.The 12C has the Helio G85...


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Realme GT Neo 3T and Narzo 50 Pro 5G receive Realme UI 4.0 update, 8s 5G and 9 5G get early access
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Realme has released the Android 13-based Realme UI 4.0 stable update for the GT Neo 3T and Narzo 50 Pro 5G in India. The update for the GT Neo 3T comes with firmware version RMX3371_11.C.04, while the update for Narzo 50 Pro 5G has firmware version RMX3395_11.C.04. But note that your GT Neo 3T should be running software with version RMX3371_11.A.09 to receive Realme UI 4.0, whereas the Narzo 50 Pro 5G should be running RMX3395_11.A.05, RMX3395_11.A.06, or RMX3395_11.A.07.The Realme UI 4.0 update is currently seeding to 15% of the GT Neo 3T and Narzo 50 Pro 5G's users, and a broader...


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New Samsung Galaxy A54 renders leak showing four colorways
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] We've already seen the upcoming Galaxy A54 in some leaked renders back in November, but today a new set got out. And this time, we get to see the device in four colorways instead of one.The Galaxy A54 has been rumored to get its official announcement in January, which explains why the leaks are intensifying right now. The phone has big shoes to fill - its predecessors have been Samsung's best selling phones, so the A54 needs to take that momentum forward.Samsung Galaxy A54 in green, purple, black, and whiteAs you can see, it's expected to launch in at least these four...


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Apple celebrates Chinese Year of the Rabbit with limited edition AirPods Pro
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Keeping up with its yearly tradition, Apple has launched a limited edition variant of the AirPods for the Chinese New Year. This year it's for the new second generation AirPods Pro, which have been engraved with a special pattern for the Year of the Rabbit.The limited edition model features a custom engraving on the charging case. The same pattern also appears on the box but in color. Aside from that, the model is identical to the standard variant, including in price.Apple has been making these variants for a few years now. For 2022, Apple had released a limited-edition...


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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Lenovo ThinkPhone by Motorola is here and it's just what it sounds like - a Motorola-made smartphone that looks like a Lenovo ThinkPad laptop.The ThinkPhone is built around a 6.6-inch OLED display of 2400x1080px resolution and 144Hz refresh rate. The screen also offers HDR10+ support.Inside, there's a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset paired with either 8GB or 12GB of RAM, and you get a choice of 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB of storage.You can have the ThinkPhone in any color as long as it's Carbon Black, but make no mistake - this isn't your everyday regular black phone. For starters,...


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Infinix partners with JBL to tune the sound of the next Note series
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Last year Infinix announced its 180W charging system, it developed a new vapor chamber design and released its first phone with a 200MP camera. The company is kicking off 2023 by focusing on the audio quality of its phones.Infinix has tapped the experts at JBL for help. The upcoming generation of the Infinix Note series will feature a sound system tuned by JBL. For now we don’t know whether other product lines will get the enhanced audio.The first Infinix Note phones with JBL sound will hit the market in May. The devices are still in the prototype stage – you can see one if you...


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Samsung's SmartThings Station is a smart home hub, smart button and Qi charger all in one
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung’s new SmartThings Station is a multi-function hub for your smart home – it’s a hub, it doubles as a button and it has a 15W Qi charger built in. Note that this supports the Matter protocol, which has been widely adopted by the smart home industry – it unified Samsung’s and Google’s ecosystems, even Apple added Matter support to iOS 16.1.The new Samsung SmartThings StationThe basic function of the SmartThings Station is to connect all your smart home devices, which may use one of several protocols. This lets you control them from your phone even when you are not at...


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Realme details its 240W charging standard, promises to put it on its next flagship
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] As promised Realme detailed its new 240W charging standard today. It comes with a customized 12A charging cable for the 20V/12A throughput, delivered through three charging pumps. The USB-C adapter is has what the company calls double GaN components and is extremely small - 2.34W/cu.cm, which is about the same size as the 160W SuperDart adapter.The 240W charging architecture transforms the 20V/12A power to 10V/24A through three independent charging pumps, meaning the new phone will have three battery cells. The 12A cable will consist of four standard 21 AWG cables, which is a...


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TCL announces 40 SE, 403 and 408 phones and NxtPaper 12 Pro tablet
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] TCL had a busy CES 2023 and announced a trio of new budget phones and a tablet. Let's see what they bring to the table.TCL 40 SEThe best-equipped phone from the new lineup is the TCL 40 SE. It brings a 6.75-inch IPC LCD with HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The phone also comes with stereo speakers and a notch for the 8MP front camera.MediaTek’s Helio G37 chipset sits at the helm aided by 4/6 GB RAM and 128/256 GB storage which is further expandable via the microSD slot. The back houses a 50MP primary camera alongside a 2MP macro cam and a depth sensor. The phone boots...


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AMD announces new Ryzen 7000 desktop and mobile CPUs
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] AMD today announced a suite of new CPUs based on the company's latest Zen4 architecture. Chief among these are the new 3D V-Cache desktop parts as well as a range of new mobile processors.On the desktop side, we have three new 3D V-Cache models as AMD expands its range to include the dual CCX models as well. This includes the 8-core Ryzen 7 7800X3D, the 12-core Ryzen 9 7900X3D, and the 16-core Ryzen 9 7950X3D.The 7950X3D has the same 16MB L2 cache as the 7950X but the L3 cache has been bumped up to 128MB for a total cache of 144MB. The 7900X3D also gets 128MB of L3 cache,...


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Sony unveils Project Leonardo: a modular PS5 controller designed for players with disabilities
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] During its CES presentation Sony showed off the Mocopi system for full-body tracking for use in games and the metaverse. The company also revealed Project Leonardo, a new modular controller designed to help players with disabilities.The controller has a big, round base that is designed to lie flat on a table, there are several mounting options as well. A player can use a single Project Leonardo controller or two, a DualSense controller can be added to the mix as well. This way, one, two or three controllers can be combined into a single virtual controller.Each Project Leonardo...


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DIZO Watch D Pro is launching on January 9 with custom D1 chipset
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] DIZO - the first brand under Realme's TechLife ecosystem - today announced it will launch the DIZO Watch D Pro in India on January 9 at noon local time.The company posted a couple of the Watch D Pro's pictures on Twitter, revealing its design and color options.DIZO is yet to detail the DIZO Watch D Pro's specs sheet, but the company revealed some of the watch's features through a press note and it has one very interesting bit.DIZO Watch D ProThe DIZO Watch D Pro will pack a 1.85" screen with 60Hz refresh rate and 600 nits of peak brightness. It will be powered by the...


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Samsung unveils 2,000 nit OLED display for smartphones
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung Display demoed a smartphone OLED panel that achieved a peak brightness greater of over 2,000 nits at CES 2023. The UDR (Ultra Dynamic Range) 2,000 luminance mark was certified by UL Solutions and represents the pinnacle of Samsung’s mobile display tech. The peak brightness value also matches the newly announced S95C and S90C quantum dot OLED TVs.Samsung Display also secured a UDR 1,500 nits luminance rating on its new panel. Samsung claims the new UDR panel shows more realistic and rich colors that will be especially noticeable in outdoor use.It remains to be seen which...


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Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 series begin global journey in India
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Xiaomi held a big event in India today, where the Redmi Note 12 series' international debut was marked. In a refreshing change of pace the Redmi Note 12, Redmi Note 12 Pro, and Redmi Note 12 Pro+ that will be sold in India are identical to their namesakes available in China.The launch event was for the “Redmi Note 12 Series 5G”, suggesting Xiaomi may introduce an LTE-only member to the Redmi Note 12 family in the near future.The Redmi Note 12 comes with a 6.67” AMOLED with 120Hz refresh rate and a Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chipset. It has two cameras on the back, of which only one can...


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Carrier-locked Samsung Galaxy A32 5G receives Android 13-based One UI 5 in the US
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung released the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 update for the Galaxy A32 5G's international variant last month, and now it's the carrier-locked model (SM-A326U) in the US that's getting the One UI 5.0 upgrade.The update comes with firmware version A326USQU8CVK5 and the usual One UI 5.0 goodies, but you get the November 2022 Android security patch with it instead of the January 2023 or even the December 2022 patch.If you haven't received One UI 5.0 on your carrier-locked Samsung Galaxy A32 5G in the US yet, you can check for it manually by navigating to your phone's Settings >...


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OnePlus 11 breaks pre-sales records in China, OnePlus 11 Pro won't exist
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The OnePlus 11 got official for the Chinese market less than 24 hours ago, ahead of its global introduction next month. And it seems like it's already incredibly successful, more so in fact than any previous OnePlus device before it.According to OnePlus China President Li Jie, the OnePlus 11 broke pre-sales records for the brand after just two hours. The first actual sale will take place on January 9, and at this rate we assume it will be a glaring success - expect many units to be purchased in mere minutes, and a "sold out" notice to be put up soon after, as is customary in the Chinese...


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Panasonic announces LUMIX S5II and S5IIX cameras with phase detection autofocus
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Panasonic has announced the LUMIX S5II and the S5IIX, the company's newest full-frame mirrorless hybrid cameras with focus on video recording functionality.These are the company's first cameras to feature PDAF or phase detection autofocus, moving away from the longstanding contrast detection based DFD or depth from defocusing technology. While usable for photos, this method was often slow and unreliable for video, and produced constant pulsing within the out of focus areas.The S5II and S5II solve this by having a completely revamped focusing system courtesy of a new 24.2MP 35mm...


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Oppo reveals global ColorOS 13 rollout schedule for Q1 2023
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Oppo published its global timeline for updating existing models to ColorOS 13 (Android 13) for the first three months of the new year. This is similar to the timeline for China, though it has more precise timing for some regions.The update process takes time – for example, Oppo started updating the Find X5 and older Find X3 series back in December, but the rollout is still ongoing. There are many markets and many carriers to cover, so some users are already running ColorOS 13, others are still waiting for the update – did your phone get it?Anyway, the plan for Q1 also includes...


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Samsung announces S95C and S90C OLED TV models, Premiere 8K projector
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung has announced its next generation of QD-OLED televisions for 2023, and it will come in two variants and three sizes using the next generation OLED panel from Samsung Displays.The 2023 range includes the S95C and the more affordable S90C and will be the successor to last year's S95B, which had a great response from reviewers and customers. The new models feature the same 55-inch and 65-inch sizes as before but Samsung will now also offer a new 77-inch size, which is becoming increasingly popular among buyers.Samsung has launched two new QD-OLED ranges at #CES2023. First up is...


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Citizen’s new CZ smartwatch uses NASA and IBM Watson tech to gauge your energy levels
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Citizen announced a new smartwatch that brings the best of NASA and IBM Watson’s neural networks to help you gauge your wellness, fatigue and sleep patterns. Citizen CZ Smart works alongside the CZ Smart YouQ app for Android and iOS to help determine the wearer’s current energy score and forecast the remainder of the day.The watch also features brief gamified tests based on NASA’s Psychomotor Vigilance Task Test (PVT+) used by the space agency to determine the mental alertness of astronauts. The watch tracks user activity patterns and sleep schedules to develop “Power Fixes” to help...


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Google proclaims official Android RISC-V support
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google has officially announced that Android will support the RISC-V instruction set architecture. The announcement is from the RISC-V Summit held last month.For those unfamiliar, RISC-V is the Reduced Instruction Set Computer V architecture - an open, free-to-use standard without licensing or royalty fees. Essentially, it's a competitor to ARM and x86 architectures on which companies can build chipsets. Particularly companies that aim to make lower-cost processors or reduce their dependence on ARM's designs, Intel or AMD.At the moment, you can download a very limited version of...


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Samsung Galaxy A14 5G brings an FHD+ screen and 13MP selfie camera
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung went ahead and announced the Galaxy A14 5G, which frequented the rumor mill in the last few months. The phone is actually quite similar to its predecessor – the Galaxy A13 5G, but it finally makes the jump to FHD+ resolution and also gets an improved 13MP selfie camera.Samsung Galaxy A14 5G The A14 5G comes with a 6.6-inch IPS LCD with FHD+ resolution and 90Hz refresh rate. The rest of the spec sheet is carried over from its predecessor with a MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset, 4GB RAM and 64GB storage which is expandable via the microSD slot. The phone features a 50MP main...


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Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro+ unboxing and first impressions
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Xiaomi unveiled the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ in China last October, which will debut in India tomorrow alongside the Redmi Note 12 and Redmi Note 12 Pro (no plans yet for the Explorer Edition). The Note 12 lineup will be the successor to the 11i series - at least in India - since the company confirmed to us there will be no 12i or 12i HyperCharge in the Asian country. This makes the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ a spiritual successor to the 11i HyperCharge, which is known as Redmi Note 11 Pro+ in some countries. Although there is a Redmi Note 11 Pro+ in India as well, that one has different specs.We don't...


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Motorola enables Jio 5G on ten phones in India
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Motorola announced today that it has enabled Jio's 5G on its ten eligible devices sold in the Asian country. Those will will operate on up to 13 5G bands on the Jio True 5G network.Motorola 5G users will be able to use Jio’s 5G stand-alone network that is independent of LTE; they will have “the largest and best mix of 5G spectrum across 700 MHz, 3,500 MHz and 26 GHz bands” and will have flawless connectivity through technologies like 3CA (3 Carrier Aggregation), and 4X4 MIMO.All Jio users with Motorola smartphones will be able to use the 5G internet whenever the Jio True 5G...


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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] As the new 2023 began let's recap its first week. CES 2023 took place in Las Vegas unfold, which is traditionally the stage for Intel and AMD to make big announcement. AMD detailed its Ryzen 7000 desktop and mobile CPUs, as well as four new Radeon 7000 series GPUs. Intel unveiled its 13th gen laptop CPUs, building on the innovative and popular 12th gen.On the other side of the global OnePlus announced its new flagship - the OnePlus 11 - in China. It comes with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, up to 16GB of RAM, Hasselblad-tuned cameras, a 6.7-inch LTPO 3.0 AMOLED display, and a 5,000mAh...


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Weekly deals: the best smartphone deals from the UK, Germany, the US and India
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Did your presents include a new phone? If not you can be your own Santa – here are some of the best deals that we found in the UK, Germany, the US and India. In the US in particular we took a detour through the smartwatch section as well. The links below will help you jump to your region: The UK Germany USA India UKApple is not known for offering discounts on its current models, so a 128GB iPhone 14 is £850 from the Apple store. However, if you go through Amazon you can get the same phone for £50 less. ...


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Huawei Freebuds 5i review
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Huawei is going strong in the world of smart wearables, bringing some impressive TWS products. The Freebuds 5i is its latest product that was introduced in China last June and made it to the international stage right in time for the holiday period.We got to spend some time with a pair of Huawei Freebuds 5i and tested the claims of better noise cancellation, longer battery life and quicker connectivity. Here's what we found out.We got the blue Freebuds 5i, which we believe is the prettiest color of the three (other two being white and Black). Regardless of color you get a smooth...


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Weekly poll results: the Redmi K60 series is off to a strong start
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Judging by last week’s poll, the Redmi K60 series is off to a strong start. Judging by the first sales report, we can conclude the same. Some models of the trio are more popular than others, of course.The Redmi K60 Pro is the fan favorite, no surprise here. It received a lot of positive attention and it seems like it can draw people away from pricier flagships.It’s not fully equipped to fight at the highest level, the lack of a telephoto lens and an IP rating hold it back, but it also has the lowest price of any Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 phone currently. Speaking of, we still don’t know...


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Weekly poll: does OnePlus 11's aggressive pricing make it the right flagship for you?
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] OnePlus has officially gone back to the one flagship strategy – there is only the OnePlus 11 this round. Admittedly, the OnePlus 10 non-Pro never materialized, but dropping “pro” from the name of the 11-series flagship makes it official. Well, is this the one and only flagship you want or did the company miss the mark?Before we put it to a vote, let’s take a closer look at how number 11 compares to the OnePlus 10 Pro and the 9 Pro. We will start with the similarities. The display is still a 6.7” AMOLED panel with QHD+ resolution and a 1-120Hz refresh rate, though this time it uses a new...


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Flashback: USB-C, the one cable to rule them all
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The battle for the smartphone wired connector is over and USB-C is the way forward. This multi-function port can do just about everything – it can charge devices, transfer data, handle audio and video output, it even lets you plug in accessories.How did we get here? Well, for years now the European Union has been trying to coax electronics manufacturers into settling on a common standard to avoid the mess (and waste) that proprietary connectors create. Early on microUSB was the connector of choice, but with the arrival of USB Type C, or USB-C for short, the industry shifted over to the...


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Realme GT Neo 5's full specs revealed by TENAA
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] We have been hearing about the Realme GT Neo 5 since last month, which Realme recently confirmed will be the first phone to support 240W wired charging. While Realme is yet to detail the GT Neo 5's specs sheet, what's believed to be the GT Neo 5 has been listed on Chinese certifying authority TENAA's website with full specs, leaving little to the imagination.We are looking at two versions - one with model code RMX3706 and another with RMX3708. The only difference between the two is the battery size. The former has a rated battery capacity of 2,425 mAh, while the latter has 2,225 mAh. That...


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Samsung accidentally confirms Galaxy S23 series launch date
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Last month, reliable tipster Ice universe said that Samsung would unveil the Galaxy S23 series on February 1, 2023. And earlier today, Samsung's Colombian branch corroborated the date as it set up a page on its website for the Galaxy Unpacked event for the unveiling of the S23 lineup.That page has now been removed, which suggests Samsung Colombia jumped the gun on the revelation of the Unpacked event's date. But we expect the Korean conglomerate to make an official announcement for the event soon.Note that Samsung didn't explicitly mention the Galaxy S23 on its website, but the...


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Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 is receiving Android 13-based One UI 5.0 update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung has released the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 stable update for the Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 (2021), which was announced in December 2021 with Android 11.The update is rolling out for the Wi-Fi-only model in Europe and LTE variant in dozens of countries, including India.The Wi-Fi model gets One UI 5.0 in Europe with firmware version X200XXU1CVL5, while the update for the LTE version in the Old Continent comes with firmware X205XXU1CVL6. In India, the LTE model is receiving One UI 5.0 with firmware version X205XXU1CVL5.If you live in any of these countries and haven't received...


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Google Maps navigation on Wear OS now works without a phone
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The title says it all: starting now, turn-by-turn navigation on Wear OS smartwatches can work even without a phone being connected to the watch. You will still need an internet connection, however - this isn't offline navigation. That means only Wear OS smartwatches with LTE support (and an associated carrier plan) would be able to take advantage of this feature practically anywhere in the world, as long as there's a network signal.On the other hand, if your Wear OS smartwatch doesn't boast LTE connectivity, you can still use turn-by-turn Google Maps navigation without a phone, as...


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The iPhone SE is dead
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple refreshes its cheapest smartphone every two years, and since there's been an iPhone SE release in 2022, the next one was slated for 2024. Today a report from reputable analyst of all things Apple Ming-Chi Kuo makes us think the SE experiment is over.According to Kuo, Apple has instructed its supply chain partners that production and shipment plans for the 2024 iPhone SE have been canceled, and not merely delayed. Strangely enough, this decision has reverberations that reach Apple's oft-rumored in-house baseband chip, which keeps being "right around the corner" in rumors even though...


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Motorola Moto G72 review
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The Razer Edge is coming on January 26 in Wi-Fi and 5G versions
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Razer Edge will go on sale in the US on January 26 in partnership with Verizon. Note that there is also a Wi-Fi only version if you are not a fan of Verizon or don’t plan on gaming while out and about.The Razer Edge Wi-Fi will sell for $400. The Founders Edition includes a Razer Hammerhead True Wireless (2021) earbuds and costs $500. You can reserve a Wi-Fi model today from Razer.com.Alternatively, there is the Verizon version. The retail price is $600, but you can get it for $360 ($10 a month for 36 months) for a limited time with a new contract. Another option is buying a new 5G...


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Kuo: Apple's mixed-reality headset could arrive as early as the Spring
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple's mixed-reality headset is finally coming this year, but don't hold your breath just yet. Renowned analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has reaffirmed his estimate that the Apple AR/MR will arrive at the end of Q2 2023 or possibly in Q3 2023.Kuo's latest research indicates issues with mechanical component drop testing and the lack of software development tools.Kuo says that it's unlikely that Apple will unveil the AR/MR headset in January and will more likely push the announcement to the Spring or possibly even the WWDC conference in June, depending on the progress of...


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Honor brings out a cheaper 80 Pro for Chinese retail stores
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Honor's rumored offline-only 80 Pro is now official in China. It looks very similar to the ongoing Honor 80 Pro but there are some key differences.The biggest change is the flat display. It's still a 6.67-inch AMOLED panel that refreshes at 120Hz, but has lower 2400x1080px resolution.Built into the display is a single, lower-res, 32MP selfie camera in place of the 50MP + 2MP combo on the original Pro.A cheaper Honor 80 ProThe rear camera system is also different. The 160MP main camera is joined by an inferior 8MP ultrawide camera with fixed-focus instead of the...


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Samsung Q4 earnings guidance warns of plummeting profits
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung Electronics published its earnings guidance report for Q4 2022 and the preliminary numbers are not looking good. Samsung reported a consolidated operating profit estimate of KRW 4.3 trillion ($3.38 billion) for the October-December quarter. The figure represents a 69% dip compared to Q4 2021 values. The estimated Q4 profit would be Samsung’s lowest since Q3 2014.Quarterly revenue estimates are down by 9% to KRW 70 trillion ($55 billion). Decreased demand for smartphones and memory chips in particular are the main drivers for Samsung’s negative financial results. Analysts...


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Android will soon let you switch between Spotify Connect speakers from the lock screen
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Android 13 introduced a new way to switch audio playback between wireless speakers using the new lockscreen widget and the updated notification. Currently this works for YouTube and YouTube Music, but Google and Spotify just announced that they are working together to enable this for Spotify Connect devices as well. The team at Google is also working to make this feature smarter and simplify moving between different locations that have different speakers. Imagine you start listening to a podcast in your car. After you arrive at your destination and get out of the car a...


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Honor Magic5 Lite surfaces on the Google Play Console with a Snapdragon 695 chipset
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Honor Magic4 series made its debut in February, so it’s almost time for the new series. We have seen some leaks that indicate that the premium Magic5 model will use the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. But there’s also going to be an affordable “lite” model and that one will use a lower power chip – a Snapdragon 695, according to the Google Play Console.Honor Magic5 Lite (image from the Google Play Console)The Honor Magic4 Lite also used a Snapdragon 695, but this appears to be a different version of the chip. The six Cortex-A55 derived little cores run at 1.8GHz instead of the standard...


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Oppo to launch Reno10 series in India next month, Reno9 lineup will be skipped
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Oppo unveiled the Reno9 series last November in China, and we expected it to begin its global journey this month or in February, starting with India. However, a media report claims the Chinese brand will skip the Reno9 lineup in India and directly launch the Reno10 series in the world's second-largest smartphone market.The source claims that the Reno10 lineup will be launched in India in the first or second week of February but doesn't mention an exact date. It's also unclear if the Reno10 series smartphones coming to India will be rebranded Reno9 phones available in China or something...


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Disassembly video shows the Redmi K60 and K60 Pro are very similar on the inside
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Xiaomi managed to sell 300,000 Redmi K60 phones in just 5 minutes – what did people buy? One way to answer that is to have a peak under the back panel. Here’s WekiHome’s detailed disassembly that reveals some interesting similarities between the Redmi K60 and the K60 Pro.As it turns out, the two phones are as similar as possible, likely as a way to simplify the assembly process. The Pro model uses a larger sensor (1/1.49” IMX890) than the vanilla model (1/2” OV64B40), so Xiaomi used a plastic bracket around K60’s camera to adjust its dimensions.Another big difference between...


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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The nubia Z50 flagship launched in December with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and a custom 35mm equivalent main camera with a 64 MP Sony IMX787 sensor. The phone had three colors originally - Black, White, and Vegan Leather Green, and now the phone is getting a fourth option - Red.The design is celebrating the Year of the Rabbit, and the phone is arriving right in time for Chinese New Year, which is January 22.The new phone of the ZTE brand has a golden rabbit on the outside and a custom theme and icon pack. The nubia Z50 Year of the Rabbit Special Edition will only be available...


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Asus Zenfone 9 long-term review
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Samsung to introduce a new Galaxy Book 3 Ultra lightweight laptop
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung opened up reservations for the a Galaxy S23 series, but it’s not just that – you can also reserve a new Galaxy Book laptop. There are no more specifics about either option, but it’s clear that the phones are the new Android flagships, while the laptop option likely refers to the upcoming Galaxy Book 3 series.We expect to see a Galaxy Book 3 Pro and a Pro 360, as well as a new premium model – the Galaxy Book 3 Ultra. Previously, the Galaxy Book 2 Pro and Galaxy Book Odyssey were at the top of the food chain.The exact size of the Ultra display is unknown at the moment, but it is...


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Samsung opens booking for Galaxy S23 series ahead of announcement
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung is ready to unpack its Galaxy S23 series on February 1 and those eager to be first in line to receive their new phones can already save their spot. Samsung US has opened reservations for the Galaxy S23 series where $50 gets you a waiting spot for one of the new Galaxy S23 smartphones with the sum going towards Samsung Store credit once the phones are available.Samsung US reservation optionsThe bookings page is also offering $50 reservations for the upcoming Galaxy Book laptop that’s also expected to launch at the February 1 event. Users can also pledge $100 to reserve a...


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Honor Magic5 visits the MIIT, Pro and Ultimate models rumored to have quad 50MP cameras
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Leakster Digital Chat Station writes that the Honor Magic5 series is code named “Piaget” and points to this device, PGT-AN00, which was just listed on China’s MIIT. This means that the new flagship series from Honor is inching towards official status, but it’s not quite there yet.PGT-AN00, allegedly an Honor Magic5 phone, at the MIITWe already have a rough idea of what the phone will look like thanks to leaks. Below is a speculative render. The Magic5 models will preserve the prominent circular camera island, though the camera layout looks different from the Magic4...


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Samsung Galaxy S23, S23+ and S23 Ultra dummies show relative sizes
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Galaxy Galaxy S23 series announcement date is already set for February 1, so we expect leak intensity to increase even more. The latest intel comes in the form of a picture of dummies of the three phones. While not telling us much about their hardware, it gives us a good idea of their relative size.Also, the design is once again confirmed for all three. There seems to be zero change in the S23 Ultra's body while the smaller siblings adopt a rear panels in line with the top dog with no camera island and only protruding camera lenses.Still, there's a clear distinction between...


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Kuo: Apple will release an OLED MacBook by the end of 2024
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple's first OLED MacBook is coming by the end of 2024. Per analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple plans to ship the OLED MacBook in the later stages of next year, so don't hold your breath for one sooner.Kuo says that OLED will bring a few advantages over the mini-LED Apple currently uses in the MacBook Pro 14 and 16, and the iPad Pro 12. It will allow for thinner and lighter devices with more diverse form factors. On a side note, OLED also allows for folding devices.(6/6)It's expected that with Apple's adoption, the growth of OLED laptop shipments will continue to surge in the coming years.—...


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US fans can now get a Nothing Phone (1) for $300 as part of the Nothing OS 1.5 beta program
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Nothing Phone (1) still isn’t available for sale in the US, but you can get one through official channels as part of Nothing’s US-based beta testing program. This is billed as testing Nothing OS 1.5 (which is based on Android 13), but it is also very much a test of network coverage.Here’s the deal: for $300 you can get an 8/128GB Phone (1) for testing, though note that there is no warranty or after-sales service. You can return the phone within 14 days to get a refund, but only if it isn’t damaged. The beta program will end on June 30 and participants can keep the phone once it’s...


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Bloomberg: Apple to switch to custom microLED displays in 2024
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] MicroLED is one of the most promising display techs today. It promises the benefits of OLED with deep blacks and great contrast but with better power efficiency, higher brightness output and most importantly its pixels won’t degrade over time. It’s still rare to see microLED outside of some fancy Samsung and LG TVs but a new report from Bloomberg suggests Apple is looking to design its own custom microLED displays to use in its Apple Watch first and later on its iPhone and other products.Apple will not be manufacturing these displays and will still rely on the likes of Samsung and LG...


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Redmi Note 12, Note 12 Pro, and Note 12 Pro+ go on sale in India
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Redmi Note 12, Note 12 Pro, and Note 12 Pro+ introduced in India last week are now on sale in the Asian country. The Note 12 Pro can be purchased from Flipkart, while the vanilla and Pro+ models are available through Amazon.in. You can also buy the Note 12 trio through Mi.com, Mi Home, Mi Studio, and Mi Preferred partners.Redmi Note 12 • Redmi Note 12 Pro • Redmi Note 12 Pro+The Redmi Note 12 has a base price of INR17,999 ($220/€205), whereas the Note 12 Pro and Note 12 Pro+ start at INR24,999 ($305/€285) and INR29,999 ($370/€340), respectively. You can check the table...


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It's official: Samsung Galaxy S23 Unpacked event is happening on February 1
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Last week, Samsung Colombia accidentally confirmed the Galaxy S23's launch date as it set up an event page on its website for the Galaxy Unpacked event on February 1, 2023. That page was later deleted, but the Korean conglomerate today sent out invites for its Galaxy Unpacked 2023 event on February 1, which will begin at 6PM UTC.The Galaxy Unpacked 2023 event will be held in San Francisco, which will be the first in-person Unpacked event in three years since the COVID-19 pandemic began. It will also be streamed live on Samsung's official website and YouTube channel for those who couldn't...


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Microsoft's Surface Duo 3 will have a foldable screen
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] To say that Microsoft misread the market with its Surface Duo and Surface Duo 2 devices would be a definite understatement. Just as devices with folding screens have started to become prevalent, Microsoft went a totally different way by betting on the fact that people would rather have dual flat displays instead.Let's just say it outright: this did not work out. Phones with foldable screens are seeing sales grow year after year, while the Surface Duo devices barely sold any units. So Microsoft is finally ready to change its strategy, according to a new report from "sources who are...


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Apple to use own wireless chips for iPhones in 2025
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Perhaps you've heard about Apple's plans to design its own cellular chip, which is rumored to debut in late 2024 or early 2025, but the latest rumor also includes the wireless chip responsible for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connections. As of now, Apple is using Qualcomm's cellular chips and Broadcom's wireless ones.A tipster familiar with the matter claims that Apple's first in-house wireless chip will launch with iPhones in 2025 and the company considers combining the cellular chip with the wireless one. This would ultimately save on production costs, improve power draw and take up less...


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Samsung Galaxy A34 and A54 leak in official renders ahead of launch
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] While much of the attention thrown on Samsung in the past couple of months revolves around the upcoming Galaxy S23 flagships, Evan Blass shared official-looking renders of two unreleased Samsung Galaxy A-series phones. Based on a few hints, these should be the Galaxy A34 and Galaxy A54 - two of Samsung’s key phones heading into 2023 which should launch on January 18 in India. Both phones were featured in previous leaks so we have a solid idea on what to expect.Samsung Galaxy A34 and Galaxy A54 renders Galaxy A34 should bring nearly identical specs to its predecessor with a...


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Xiaomi confirms MWC 2023 attendance, but no 13 Ultra launch
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Xiaomi is sending out invitations to reporters that want to tour its booth at MWC 2023. The company writes “we'll share our vision for 2023 and onward, and how we plan to innovate and better connect people”. While we’d love to hear Xiaomi’s strategy for this year, there isn’t even a hint of a Xiaomi 13 Ultra announcement.If we’re reading this right, this will be an opportunity for some hands on time with Xiaomi’s new smartphones, smart home devices and other gadgets for those who haven’t yet been able to see the new models in person.Xiaomi invites the press to tour its MWC 2023...


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Windows ends support for Windows 7, Windows 8.1 is getting the axe too
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] More than a decade ago, Microsoft announced Windows 7 and it has been one of the most popular revisions of the OS ever. In fact, many skipped Windows 8 and 8.1 and moved to Windows 10 directly. Those that stayed behind should know that today marks the end of the road for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1.Back in January 2020, Windows 7 stopped receiving feature updates and Microsoft offered extended 3-year security support for an additional fee. This was crucial for many businesses that couldn't make an easy transition to the newer OS. But today, Microsoft pulls the plug on the security...


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The Elec: All iPhone 15 models will bring Dynamic Island, iPhone 16 Pro to debut UD Face ID
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] According to a new report from The Elec, Apple is preparing to expand the Dynamic Island pill-shaped cutout from the iPhone 14 Pro series to all iPhone 15 models including the non-Pro iPhone 15 and 15 Plus. The new publication sites that Apple has already made orders to its component suppliers including Samsung Display which in turn ordered equipment worth KRW 24.1 billion ($19.3 million) from fellow South Korean company Philoptics. The order is reportedly for etching equipment used for the production of Dynamic Island displays.Samsung Display is expected to contract more companies in...


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Oppo Watch 3 WeChat edition debuts in China
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Oppo Watch 3 series was released back in August, but it didn't support contactless payments and since the Watch 3 and 3 Pro. That's why Oppo has just released the Watch 3 WeChat edition to fix that.And it appears that the Oppo Watch 3 WeChat version is just a refreshed Watch 3 Pro with an NFC chip. And obviously with WeChat payments enabled. In addition, the Oppo highlights the ability to send voice replies via the mic or text replies using the keyboard. You can even view pictures and send preset quick replies. However, we doubt that all of these functionalities are actually...


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Huawei P60 and P60 Pro rumored to launch in March with better cameras, screens and batteries
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Huawei P50 series is over a year old – the phones were released in August 2021 – but the company has not given up on a new P-series flagship. According to new leaks the Huawei P60 and P60 Pro will launch in March this year and will bring improved cameras, better screens and biger batteries.The Huawei P60 Pro will allegedly have a 6.6” 120Hz OLED display, its resolution will be 1,440 x 3,200px, compared to 1,228 x 2,700px on the P50 Pro. It will use high frequency PWM dimming (1,920Hz). The panel will be sourced from BOE and there will be a 32MP selfie camera punched into it.The...


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First Samsung Galaxy S23 teaser videos hit the web
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A few days ago Samsung accidentally confirmed the February 1 date for the Galaxy unpacked event that will introduce the S23 series to the world and now it seems that the division in China has already posted a couple of teaser videos for the new flagships.Like the invitation image, the main visual element in these videos are three camera lenses. The first video talks of “megapixels that’ll make you say wooow”, so this is a teaser for the Galaxy S23 Ultra, which is expected to upgrade to a 200MP main camera.pic.twitter.com/cvF9lDSGGP— Ice universe (@UniverseIce) January 10, 2023...


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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Tech Outlook in collaboration with @evleaks published an extensive leak on the upcoming Moto G53 and G73. We are talking about the global versions, as the G53 is already out in China.Anyway, the Moto G73 looks the same as the current Moto G72 in terms of design and will also be made of plastic. The color shown in the renders is Meteorite Gray.Hardware-wise, the device features a 6.5-inch, 120Hz IPS LCD panel with 1080p x 2400px resolution. A MediaTek Dimensity 930 SoC will be running the show coupled with either 6 or 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of expandable internal...


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OnePlus Nord CE 3 live images fully reveal the phone's design
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] OnePlus is expected to launch the Nord CE 3 smartphone this year and aside from some specs, we saw some official-looking renders as well. Today's photos, however, confirm the design and show us the handset from all angles, confirming the validity of the initial renders.OnePlus Nord CE 3The live images show a glossy, chrome-like finish on the back and a matte green-accented side frame with the power button on the right. The latter doubles as a fingerprint reader, which isn't surprising given that previous rumors point to a 6.7-inch IPS LCD panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. This...


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TAG Heuer announces three new Connected Calibre E4 smartwatches
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 lineup of smartwatches was announced last year and now the company is introducing three new additions to the family. As one would expect, all are quite expensive, with the 42mm option being the cheapest, priced at $2,350.The 42mm is smaller than the original but employs a 1.28-inch display with a virtually bezel-less panel protected by a sapphire dome glass. It's still an OLED, though, with 416 x 416px resolution.The body is made of black-coated grade 2 titanium chassis, making it the lightest smartwatch from the company.The 42mm Golf...


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YouTube might soon start streaming TV channels for free
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Reportedly, YouTube is testing a new, ad-supported service - TV channel streaming. The company is currently in talks with various companies to bring TV shows, movies and whole TV channels to its platform. In fact, YouTube said it's already trialing the service and select YouTube users are testing the waters.For now, YouTube is gauging viewers' interest and if everything goes according to plan, the Google-owned service may ask for a 45% cut of the ad revenue. This is actually YouTube's deal with content creators as well.This appears to be yet another push from YouTube to branch...


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Apple considers turning to LG for microLED smartwatch displays
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Just a couple of days ago, we reported that Samsung is moving fast with its microLED panel development for smartwatches and some believe that Apple will use them for its future Watch Series. However, the latest report puts LG Display into the mix as well.An industry source says that LG Display has already set up operations and it's producing backplanes for microLED screens in small quantities. Production will likely kick off in the second half of 2024, so the first Apple Watch with a microLED display is supposed to arrive in 2025.This contradicts the recent report on Samsung's...


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Apple acknowledges iPhone 14 Pro display bug, to fix with a software update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A growing number of iPhone 14 Pro users report a strange display issue when booting up or unlocking their devices. Green and yellow horizontal lines appear on the screen that disappear later on during the startup process, so it's not damaging the user experience completely, if at all.Now Apple has acknowledged the issue and promised it will soon release a software update addressing it. We can expect a fix as a part of an upcoming small patch or with iOS 16.3, which is currently being tested by Apple and public beta program members.Notably, Apple's response isn't official and was...


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Nothing Phone (1) gets second Android 13 beta
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] About a month ago, the Nothing Phone (1) received its first beta of Nothing OS 1.5, based on Android 13. Today, the company is sending out the second beta build of Android 13 to the Nothing Phone (1) units enrolled in the beta testing. This is apparently four days ahead of schedule, according to Nothing CEO Carl Pei.The new build includes new minimalist wallpapers, customizable lock screen shortcut buttons, a new "handcrafted glyph ringtone and notification soundpack of a slightly different style", an improved Quick Settings panel for networking which allows quickly switching data usage...


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Samsung Galaxy S23+ and S23 Ultra official press images reveal color versions
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Galaxy S23 series have leaked many a time already, but there are still things we haven't seen ahead of the February 1 Unpacked event. Today we get to see the press images of the remaining two members of the lineup - the Galaxy S23+ and the S23 Ultra - showing their color palettes at launch. We start with the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, which doesn't get its own color options this year. The Ultra will come in Phantom Black, Cotton Flower, Botanic Green and Misty Lilac, matching the Galaxy S23 that leaked yesterday.The Galaxy S23+ comes in the...


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Apple to replace iTunes for Windows with Music, TV, and Devices apps
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple will soon phase out iTunes from its last platform - Windows. Microsoft announced that it's adding preview versions of three new Apple apps - Apple Music, Apple TV, and Apple Devices - as part of the Windows 11 preview build for insiders.Apple Music will cater to a Windows user's local music library as well as give them access to the paid Apple Music service.Apple MusicApple TV will bundle Apple's TV+ subscription with original content, as well as content from Paramount+, AMC+, Showtime, Starz, and others. You'll also find your iTunes-bought movies here and be able to...


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OnePlus 11 global variant appears on Geekbench
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The OnePlus 11 is already out in China and we’re also expecting its international debut on February 7 at the Cloud 11 launch event which will take place in New Delhi, India. While we wait, a new Geekbench listing shows the global OnePlus 11 variant bearing the CPH2451 model number. For reference, the already announced Chinese OP 11 sports the PBH110 identifier in certifications though both devices come equipped with the same Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and up to 16GB RAM.OnePlus 11 (global unit) Geekbench scorecard We can see the global OP 11 managed impressive 1,468 single-core...


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ThinkPhone to also be available to end users in some countries
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The recently announced ThinkPhone by Motorola is expected to arrive to business clients in the coming months, but now Roland Quandt is reporting that the phone will also be available to regular consumers in some countries. Quandt specifies that the 8/256GB trim will set buyers back €999 ($1,080) and will be available from the end of this month through electronics retailers though no specific stores or countries were mentioned.ThinkPhone by MotorolaThe concept of a ThinkPhone has been rumored for years with fans of the ThinkPad line of laptops waiting patiently to finally see it...


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iQOO 11 goes on sale in India as the country's first Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered smartphone
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The iQOO 11 introduced in India earlier this week is now available for purchase in the country through iQOO's official Indian website and Amazon.in. It comes in Alpha and Legend colors with two memory options in India - 8GB/256GB and 16GB/256GB, priced at INR59,999 ($740/€680) and INR64,999 ($800/€735), respectively. However, with exchange bonus and bank offers, you can get the iQOO 11 at an even lower price.iQOO 11's India price and offersThe iQOO 11 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, making it the first smartphone in India having Qualcomm's flagship silicon at the helm....


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Tecno Phantom X2 Pro Indian pre-orders open next week
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Tecno confirmed the Phantom X2 Pro is launching in India later this month. Pre-orders will begin on January 17 via Amazon India. Tecno is bringing special online offers including a INR 5,000 discount on the X2 Pro with a smartphone exchange alongside 12 months free Amazon Prime membership and 6 months of no-cost EMI.Tecno Phantom X2 Pro offers Offline offers include a one-time INR 2,000 discount during the launch promotion and a free gift box for the first 600 customers. The first 50 customers will be eligible for a free upgrade to the Phantom X3 once it launches.We already...


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Apple CEO Tim Cook takes a $35 million pay cut in 2023
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple posted its proxy filing on the 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders and the 113-page report reveals that CEO Tim Cook is getting a salary reduction in 2023. It amounts to $35 million - the top executive will earn $49 million, down from $84 million last year.His base salary of $3 million and the annual cash incentive of $6 million remain unchanged, with the big difference coming from an adjustment of his equity award value. The other four senior executive officers at Cupertino did not receive a slash in their salary or incentives.Tim Cook at the launch of iPhone 14 series. Image...


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Wear OS 3 update for Skagen Falster Gen 6 begins rolling out
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A new Fossil-brand smartwatch is now receiving the Wear OS 3 update. The Skagen Falster Gen 6 was announced about a year ago in early 2022 and it launched with the Snapdragon Wear 4100+ Platform. The smartwatch was promised the new update since its initial launch and despite an original timeline of H2 2022, the update arrived about a couple of weeks behind schedule.Skagen Falster Gen 6Users in a Reddit thread posted about the ongoing update. One owner reported there were fewer Skagen watch faces and none of the Pixel Watch faces are available with the update. Apparently, there are...


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OnePlus Nord 2T is receiving Android 13-based OxygenOS 13 stable update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] OnePlus announced the Android 13-based OxygenOS 13 Open Beta Test for the OnePlus Nord 2T earlier last month in India, and it seems the testing has gone smoothly since the Chinese brand released the OxygenOS 13 stable update for the Nord 2T in the Asian country.The update comes with firmware version CPH2401_11.C.23 and will be first available to users who participated in the Open Beta program, followed by a gradual push to more users.OxygenOS 13 brings Aquamorphic Design to the Nord 2T, along with the December 2022 Android security patch. You can check the screenshot of the...


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Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Watch4 and Watch5 will enhance your camera experience
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Today Samsung has announced new updates that are heading out to the Galaxy Buds2 Pro TWS earbuds and the Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch4 series smartwatches. These updates are intended to enhance your camera usage experience on your paired phone.The Galaxy Buds2 Pro get a new 360 Audio Recording feature, which picks up 360-degree sound using a microphone in each earbud, and adds that to your video recording. Apparently this means that those who view your videos will feel at the center of the action, hearing "lifelike and immersive sounds that emulate an in-person experience", Samsung...


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Samsung Galaxy A14 goes on sale in the US for just $199.99
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung has some huge launches ahead - the Galaxy S23 series on February 1, and the Galaxy A54 and/or Galaxy A34 next week, on January 18. Before all of those, the company started the year by unveiling the entry-level Galaxy A14 at CES.This device is now available in the US. You can purchase one straight from Samsung's online store, and it will set you back $199.99 unlocked. You can also pick your carrier and pay the same amount.As the price strongly implies, the Galaxy A14's specs are nothing to write home about. It comes with a 6.6-inch 1080x2408 90 Hz LCD touchscreen, the...


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Intel Core i9-13900KS announced with the world's first 6.0GHz max turbo frequency
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Intel today announced its flagship Core i9-13900KS desktop processor, which is a special edition model of the 13900K. The 13900KS is the world's first desktop processor to hit 6.0GHz max turbo frequency out of the box.The main difference between the 13900K and the 13900KS is the 200MHz bump on the max turbo clock speed from the already impressive 5.8GHz to 6.0GHz. This is achieved through binned silicon, making sure only the best parts go into making the 13900KS. The 13900KS has a higher base power limit of 150W compared to the 13900K's 125W and while the max turbo limit is the...


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The LeEco S1 Pro is a cheap iPhone lookalike for China
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] LeEco just announced a new phone for the Spring Festival (the Chinese New Year, which is on January 22 this year).The LeEco S1 Pro is a midranger that has clearly been heavily inspired by the iPhone 14 Pro, right down to the Dynamic Island. It's actionable too, similar to the Apple flagship.Looks are where the similarities end, however. The LeEco S1 Pro has a 6.5-inch 720x1600px LCD of a standard 60Hz refresh rate. It's powered by a 12nm Zhanrui T7510 chipset with 4 1.8GHz Cortex-A75 cores, and 4 1.8GHz Cortex-A55 cores. The graphics are handled by an Imagination 9446 GPU with a clock...


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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Last year Samsung announced its self-repair program in partnership with iFixit, starting in the US in August with support for seven devices: the Galaxy S20 and S21 flagships (sans the FE models) and the Galaxy Tab S7+. Today, the company is adding five new devices to the program.The Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+ and Galaxy S22 Ultra are now covered, owners can get replacement display assemblies, back panels and charging ports for them. The S22 is about to turn 1 year old and its US warranty is about to run out (unless you bought additional protection with Samsung Care+).A quick peek at...


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Apple announces new MacBook Pro and Mac mini models with M2 Pro and M2 Max
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple today announced the 2023 editions of the MacBook Pro 14-inch and 16-inch as well as the Mac mini with the new Apple M2 Pro and M2 Max processors. The MacBooks also get updated connectivity options and the Mac mini has a lower starting price.The MacBook Pro 14-inch and 16-inch can now be configured with the M2 Pro and M2 Max chips, which claim to offer up to 20% faster CPU performance and 30% faster GPU performance over the previous generation M1 variants. You can either go with Apple's preset configuration options — three each for the two sizes — or you can configure any of...


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Watch the MacBook Pro and Mac mini 2023 announcement video
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple dropped new hardware today with the M2 Pro and M2 Max 14” and 16” MacBook Pro models as well as the M2/M2 Pro Mac Mini. While past Mac releases only merited a press release, Apple actually published a full 19-minute announcement video this time around which brings us a detailed look at the latest Mac members.The video starts off with the introduction of the new Mac Mini, which retains the same design as its predecessor, but gets the new M2 and M2 Pro chipset options as well as more memory and storage options. The baseline M2 Mac mini comes with the M2 chip (8-core CPU, 10-core...


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Apple unveils M2 Pro and M2 Max: more CPU and GPU cores, more L2 cache, more unified memory
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] When Apple unveiled the M2 chipset in June of last year, it brought 18% CPU and 35% GPU performance boost compared to the original M1. However, the M2 was only available in one configuration – 8 CPU cores and 10 GPU cores.Today Cupertino is lifting the veil off two higher power chips, the M2 Pro and M2 Max, which pile on more cores and add support for more memory. Apple also announced two new products built with the new chips, MacBook Pro (14” and 16”) and Mac mini, these are covered in a separate post.The Apple M2 Pro chipset is built on a second generation 5nm node and features...


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Oppo Find N2 Flip's global model appears on Geekbench
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Oppo unveiled the Find N2 and Find N2 Flip last month in China. The Find N2 will remain China-exclusive, but the Find N2 Flip has been confirmed to get a global release. Oppo hasn't revealed the Find N2 Flip's global launch date yet, but an Oppo device believed to be the Find N2 Flip's global variant has popped up on Geekbench, revealing the international model's key specs.The smartphone has model designation CPH2437, runs Android 13, and has 8GB RAM onboard. There are two listings of CPH2437 on the benchmark database, and both have "k6983v1_64" in the Motherboard section, with the CPU...


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Apple taps new suppliers for iPhone 15 Pro Max's periscope camera
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] For months now there have been reports that Apple is working on equipping the iPhone 15 Pro Max (and only the Pro Max) with a periscope lens. However, it seems that its current suppliers weren’t up to the task, so Cupertino had to find new partners.According to The Elec, Apple will source OIS actuators for the periscope module from LG Innotek and Jahwa Electronics, the two companies will supply 70% and 30% of the components, respectively.Jahwa has been working with Samsung Electronics and Samsung Electro-Mechanics on actuators based on ball guides. The company will reportedly supply...


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Google is developing a location tag of its own
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple and Samsung launched location tags, and now Google is looking to join their company. According to a Kuba Wojciechowski and Mishaal Rahman's investigation of the developer's console of the Fast Pair feature it now has “locator tag” as a listed device. The codename of the product is “Grogu”, “Groguaudio” or “GR10”.Samsung Galaxy SmartTagThe product is developed by the Nest team, but that does not necessarily mean it will be a Nest product. The gadget has an onboard speaker, and comes with support for UWB (ultra-wideband) and Bluetooth Low Energy - technologies used for...


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Oppo Reno8 T 4G appears in leaked renders
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Oppo Reno8 T was spotted in multiple certifications earlier this month, and the phone is said to have two different variants - LTE and 5G. Today, images of the 4G version appeared online. They show a design similar to the Oppo A1 Pro, but with a different camera alignment.This version of the Reno8 is pictured with a flat screen that is likely an AMOLED panel, given the lack of any visible fingerprint scanner on the side or the back There is also a single punch hole for the selfie camera in the upper left corner.The color options will be two - Orange Leather, which might be a faux...


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Apple MacBook Pro with Wi-Fi 6E certified ahead of imminent launch
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] An unreleased Apple MacBook Pro model bearing the A2779 model number was certified by the Canada Radio Equipment List database. The device in question is believed to be the M2 Pro/M2 Max MacBook Pro and the certification reveals it will support Wi-Fi 6E connectivity making it the first MacBook to do so.Apple MacBook Pro A2779 on Canada Radio Equipment List database For reference, the latest iPad Pro models that launched back in October are the only Apple devices that currently support the Wi-Fi 6E standard. According to 9to5Mac, Apple could announce the new 14" and 16" M2 Pro/M2...


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Samsung unveils 5G-connected Galaxy Book2 Go with Snapdragon 7c+ Gen 3
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A few weeks ago Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Book2 Go, a thin and light ARM-powered Windows laptop based on the Snapdragon 7c+ Gen 3. While the chipset supports 5G, the original model did not make use of that and offered only local connectivity. Today the company unveiled a 5G version of the laptop.The Samsung Galaxy Book2 Go 5G is a dual-SIM device and can combine a physical SIM and an eSIM (note that only single-standby is supported). The 5G connection uses the sub-6GHz bands.In addition to that, the laptop can connect to Wi-Fi 6E networks and knows some neat tricks if you have other...


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Tecno Phantom X2 Pro goes on pre-order in India for INR 49,999
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] As expected, Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is now on pre-order in India for INR 49,999 in its sole 12GB RAM and 256GB storage trim. The phone is available in Stardust Grey and Mars Orange colors and is currently on pre-order via Amazon. Open sales are scheduled to start a week from now on January 24.Tecno and Amazon are offering INR 5,000 discount on the X2 Pro with a smartphone exchange alongside 12 months of free Amazon Prime membership and 6 months of no-cost EMI.Phantom X2 Pro brings a 6.78-inch 120Hz AMOLED display and the Dimensity 9000 chipset alongside a 5,160 mAh battery with 45W...


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Samsung introduces 200MP ISOCELL HP2 sensor for Galaxy S23 Ultra
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung Electronics announced its latest 200 MP sensor today, named ISOCELL HP2. It is 1/1.3” in size with 0.6μm pixels and comes with brand-new technology for expanding the dynamic range and enhance color reproduction.The name HP2 might suggest the new sensor is somehow worse than the 200MP ISOCELL HP3, but in reality, the number only relates to the size of the individual pixels. The company said in a press release that the new sensor “harnesses Samsung’s high-resolution image sensor technologies and know-how at the cutting edge for epic details", meaning this is the best product of...


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Samsung Galaxy Book3 series specs and poster leak
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung is holding a big launch conference on February 1 where we’ll see the debut of the Galaxy S23 series. The new phones will be joined by an all-new lineup of Galaxy Book laptops (which you can already reserve) and we now have more details on their specs as well as another leaked poster.Samsung will announce a five-model strong Galaxy Book3 lineup with the Book3, Book3 360, Book3 Pro, Book3 Pro 360 and Book3 Ultra.Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra design on FCC databaseGalaxy Book3 and Book3 360 will be available in 15-inch screen sizes while the Book3 Pro will be available...


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New updates bring camera zoom control to Galaxy Watch5, 360 Audio Recording to Buds2 Pro
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Last week, Samsung announced it would release software updates that would bring 360 Audio Recording to the Galaxy Buds2 Pro and camera zoom capability to the Galaxy Watch5 and Watch4 series. Well, the rollout has begun as the Galaxy Watch5 in the US has received a new software update with firmware version R900XXU1AWA3 that lets the smartwatch's users control the zoom level of the connected smartphone's camera through the Camera Controller on the wearable.This can be done with a simple pinch of the watch face or turning the rotating virtual bezel. However, this feature will only work with...


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OnePlus 11R production allegedly starts in India, launching in April or May
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The OnePlus 11R keeps getting closer and closer. Today a new report claims that production for the model started in India. The phone is rumored to make its debut in the country in April or May.The existence of the OnePlus 11R 5G has also been confirmed by the moniker being spotted on the OnePlus website. According to a previous rumor, the OnePlus 11R may be the global version of the handset that's to be sold as the OnePlus Ace 2 in China.The OnePlus 11R will be a more affordable high-end device to complement the all-out flagship OnePlus 11 in the company's portfolio. The OnePlus...


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Report: 50% of all iPhones could be made in India by 2027
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Back in September, a J.P. Morgan report claimed Apple could shift up to 25% of its iPhone production to India by 2025 and now a new South China Morning Post article suggests the share may rise to 50% by 2027. Apple has reportedly decreased iPhone component orders from its Chinese suppliers, which has in turn negatively impacted their earnings estimates and stock prices.India currently accounts for a mere 5% of all iPhone production, though there has been a push to assemble newer models including the iPhone 14 just a few weeks after production in China began. Rumors suggest Apple will...


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Asus Zenfone 8 and 8 Flip now receiving Android 13
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Asus just started seeding stable Android 13 to its 2021 flagships - the Zenfone 8 and Zenfone 8 Flip. The update also comes with the latest January 2023 security patch.The firmware version is 33.0210.0210.210 and it brings not only the Android 13-intrinsic features, but it also adds a couple of extras courtesy of Asus. The company was kind enough to post the full changelog on its support website.Upgraded system to Android 13.Revamped Mobile Manager, Contacts, Phone, Emergency Dialer, File Manager, Calculator, Clock, Gallery, Weather, Sound recorder, Settings, Data Transfer,...


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Apple finally catches up to iPhone 14 Pro demand
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Analysts at JP Morgan are keeping track of shipping estimates of iPhone 14 models around the world to gauge the disparity between demand and supply. According to the latest note published by the analysts, this disparity has effectively disappeared.China’s struggles to contain a new COVID outbreak tanked iPhone 14 Pro production capacity and before the holidays Apple was facing an estimated shortage of 15-20 million units. But now the holidays are over and China has shifted its policy, which allowed factories to reopen at normal capacity.Lead times for the four iPhone 14 models...


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Weekly deals: the best smartphone deals from the UK, Germany, the US and India
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] With Black Friday and the holidays over, there is a bit of a lull in shopping. But with some browsing we still managed to pick out several interesting offers. Each week we try to offer something new, though there are a few repeats this week due to notable price drops in the last few days.Also, there are local deals, e.g. India’s Republic Day is coming next week and some retailers have slashed prices to celebrate. Use the links below to jump to the region that is relevant to you: The UK Germany USA India UKThe iPhone 14 series was a bit of a disappointment...


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Huawei Mate X3 with next-generation satellite communication to launch soon
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A Weibo tipster shared some interesting bits about Huawei's upcoming Mate X3 foldable phone. According to the report, it launch before the Huawei P60 series, meaning it's going to be the company's next flagship to debut.The Mate X3 is said to feature next-generation satellite communication, allowing Mate X3 owners to send and receive short messages, using the direct satellite network. It will even support sending voice messages, in a marked upgrade over the first implementations of the functionality. The current Huawei Mate 50 can only send text messages without receiving...


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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] EU is pressuring TikTok to comply with the newly adopted Digital Services Act (DSA). The DSA is meant to improve content moderation on social media platforms, including creating transparency on why certain content was removed and how advertisers target users.European Commissioner Thierry Breton told Shou Zi Chew that TikTok must start adhering to the new rules well ahead of the September 1 deadline. According to the new regulations, social networks can face fines up to 6% of their annual revenue and things might escalate to banning the platform from operating in the EU.“With younger...


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Amazon Music gets price hike in US and UK
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Amazon Music Unlimited plans will be $1/£1 more expensive for users from February 21 as the latest price hike in the music streaming world. US users will now pay $10.99 per month for their individual (non-Prime) subscription while those in the UK will be charged £10.99 instead of the £9.99 current pricing.Student pricing in both regions is also getting a $1/£1 from $/£4.99 to $/£5.99 per month. Amazon’s customer service page explains that the new raised prices will “help bring even more content and features” to users. Amazon Music is the third largest streaming platform in the world...


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Google to lay off 6% of its global workforce
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] After Amazon, Microsoft and Meta carried out massive layoffs, Google is doing the same and plans to let about 6% of its global workforce go. That amounts to approximately 12,000 people.For comparison, Amazon's latest round of layoffs cut 18,000 jobs (6%), Microsoft's cut was 10,000 jobs (5%), while Meta had to release 11,000 people (13%). So Google's layoff isn't disproportionately bigger, but that's still a lot of people about to be left without a job. Everyone in the tech industry - and not only - is bracing for the economic downturn and it's looking for a way to cut costs. Naturally,...


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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is bringing an improved portrait video mode
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Galaxy S23 series is bringing upgraded video capture capabilities, including support for 8K at 30fps (previous models topped out at 24fps). There’s more – according to leakster Ice Universe, the Galaxy S23 Ultra will have improved portrait video mode.The resolution cap is reportedly going up to 4K at 30fps, while the current S22 Ultra only records 1080p/30fps videos in portrait mode. On top of that the separation between subject and background will be better.The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra will be the first (and for now only) phone equipped with the ISOCELL HP2It’s not clear if...


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Apple orders OLED panels for iPad Pro, first to arrive in 2024
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple placed orders for OLED panels for future iPad Pro and MacBook Pro devices, Korean sources revealed. As per insiders 11" and 12.9" tablets are expected to arrive in 2024, while laptops with the new panels are scheduled for 2026.The source also claims that foldable panels are being considered, but there isn’t any definite plans on those.Apple currently uses LCD for its iPad Pro 11 and iPad Pro 12.9 tablets. The new panels are currently in development and limited scale manufacturing, and it will take some time before they are available for final assembly.The situation with...


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Samsung showcases 360-degree foldable screen and hinge prototype
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung Display showcased its new prototype display and hinge that folds both inwards and outwards. The “Flex In & Out” concept allows the hinge to fold the device in 360 degrees while creating a significantly less visible crease.The prototype was demoed to The Verge, which did not provide any info on whether the new panel and hinge will be ready for commercial products anytime soon.Samsung Flex In & Out displayThe display comes with a new hinge design that allows the device to fold completely instead of leaving a small waterdrop-shaped hole in the crease. The prototype was...


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Indian iQOO Neo7's design and colors revealed
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] vivo sub-brand iQOO will introduce the Neo7 in India on February 16, which will be different from the Neo7 launched in China last October since the Chinese Neo7 is powered by the Dimensity 9000+ SoC while the Indian Neo7 will come with the Dimensity 8200 at the helm. The brand also confirmed that Indian Neo7 will support 120W charging, suggesting it could be a rebranded Neo7 SE unveiled in China last month.While iQOO hasn't detailed Indian Neo7's specs sheet yet, it today revealed the smartphone's screen specs, design, and color options, which pretty much confirms the Neo7 Indian...


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Sony announces 13 more launch titles for the PlayStation VR2, the total is now over 30
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] When Sony unveiled the PlayStation VR2, it announced several launch titles including heavy-hitters like Horizon Call of the Mountain, Resident Evil: Village and No Man’s Sky. Since then it added 11 more titles to the list and has confirmed that Grand Turismo 7 will also be part of the VR experience through a free update. All racing modes will be supported except for split-screen multiplayer for obvious reasons (online multiplayer will work, though).Anyway, Sony keeps expanding the list of launch titles. The PSVR2 is set to ship on February 22, these games will be released through...


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Twitter terminates third-party clients access after new developer rules
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Twitter updated its Developer Agreement, essentially blocking third-party clients for good. Platforms like Twitterriffic and Fenix are now practically unusable, as they no longer have API access and were shut out earlier this week.The new rules state that it is not allowed to “create or attempt to create a substitute or similar service or product to the Twitter Applications”. Developers of such apps were simply told their platforms are now “suspended”.Twitter is enforcing its long-standing API rules. That may result in some apps not working.— Twitter Dev (@TwitterDev) January 17, 2023...


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T-Mobile reveals 37 million accounts got their data stolen by a hacker
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] T-Mobile experienced a second breach in security in less than 18 months. The carrier revealed that a hacker stole data, including names, birth dates, and phone numbers, from 37 million customer accounts.The “bad actor” was initially found to obtain data on January 5, and the carrier plugged the hole with help from outside cybersecurity experts by the next day.According to the telecom, there was no evidence its security systems were compromised, and the mechanism the hacker used did not reveal more sensitive data like social security numbers, government identification numbers,...


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Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite gets Android 13-based One UI 5.0 update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung released the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 stable update for the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2022) last month, and now it's the 2020 model that's getting a taste of Android 13 and One UI 5.0.The update is rolling out for the LTE model (SM-P615) and has firmware version P615XXU4FWA5. It comes with a new taskbar for the tablet and improves multi-tasking. The update also brings a refreshed lock screen customization menu and performance optimization to the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite.However, the One UI 5.0 update comes with the dated November 2022 security patch when some Samsung devices have...


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Realme GT Neo 5 seemingly passes through Geekbench with 16GB of RAM
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Realme's upcoming GT Neo 5 has been leaking a lot lately, ahead of what could be an official introduction at MWC in Barcelona next month. The phone is officially confirmed to be the first one to sport 240W fast wired charging, and according to various leaks it will be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC.A prototype GT Neo 5 has allegedly been spotted in the Geekbench online database today, achieving a 1,279 single-core score and a 3,902 multi-core score.The prototype in question has 16GB of RAM on board, and runs Android 13, unsurprisingly. Its model number is RMX3708,...


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Here's the upcoming Poco X5 in cricketer Hardik Pandya's hand
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Poco X5 has been on a constant diet of certifications recently, before its official launch that should happen soon. But little did we know that cricket stars already had access to it, even if it's not official yet!Case in point: here's Hardik Pandya carrying what seems to look like the upcoming X-series device from Poco, taking a call on it without trying to hide it in any way. That gets us to believe that Poco and Pandya have a partnership going on, which if you're a cricket fan you may or may not be happy about.Hardik Pandya handling what looks like the Poco X5Will we...


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Canalys: Xiaomi lost to Samsung in India in Q4, still on top in full 2022
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Canalys is ready with its report on the Indian market for Q4 of last year and the full 2022. This is the first time we saw a decline in shipments in Q4 compared to Q3. Year-on-year the final quarter saw volumes drop by an astonishing 27% and pushed the overall result for the year to a 6% decline compared to 2021.For the first time in 20 quarters Samsung took the top spot as the biggest smartphone vendor for the first time since 2017, dethroning Xiaomi. However, the latter remains on top for the full 2022 year.Even though Samsung's 2022 shipments dropped by 21%, it managed to...


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Samsung Wallet is now available in 8 more regions, including India and Brazil
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung Wallet arrived last June, bringing Samsung Pay and Samsung Pass under one roof. It's been rolling out globally since, the Korean company now announcing the service is expanding to eight new markets, bringing the total to 29.The new regions are Australia, Brazil, Canada, Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, Singapore, and Taiwan, and the roll-out is scheduled for the end of January.Samsung Wallet app Samsung Wallet is a one-stop service for all types of cards - credit and debit, library cards, memberships and gift cards and even some digital supported keys, as well as...


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Leaked Honor Magic teaser suggest it's going after the Galaxy series at MWC
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] It appears that our initial expectations were true after all. Honor will introduce the new Magic5 series at this year's MWC in Barcelona. In case you've missed it, Honor hasn't officially confirmed its presence at this year's MWC, but the event's website revealed it will be more extensive that the company's participation last year.Now what looks like a teaser image was shared by a noted tipster. The image reads "Go beyond the Galaxy to witness the real Magic", with the capitalization of Galaxy a clear challenge of Samsung's flagship series. So Honor is clearly aiming high with its...


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Twitter Blue subscription now available on Android as well
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Twitter Blue is finally available for purchase via the Android app, just days after the social media announced a new payment plan for an annual subscription. The price of the magical blue checkmark is $11 per month, just like iOS, which is over 35% more than what it costs on web.Twitter does not quote the reason for the massive price difference, but it's obvious that the company wants to offload the Play Store fees for in-app purchases on the users rather than paying them itself.Twitter Blue users receive priority ranking in replies, the ability to edit tweets, and a 60-minute cap...


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Global OnePlus 11 to come with 80W fast charging [Update: US only]
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The OnePlus 11 debuted in China earlier this month and the phone is even on the shelves for some time now. However, we are still awaiting the global release of the handset and now we learn it will bring at least one change.While the Chinese version boasts 100W charging support, the global option will settle for 80W SuperVOOC.The information comes from leaked marketing text matirals. The text mentions some of the highlight features, charging tech included. Notably, the OnePlus 10 Pro also had 80W SuperVOOC for most markets, so there is no upgrade in this department.[UPDATE] A...


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Galaxy Watch5 and Watch4 update adds support for doorbell cameras, thermostats
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The latest update for the Samsung Galaxy Watch series gives them even more control over gadgets in your smart home. This works with Samsung and third-party devices that integrate with the SmartThings platform.The update (v1.1.08) is rolling out to the Galaxy Watch5 and Watch5 Pro as well as the Galaxy Watch4 and Watch4 Classic.With it installed, the watches can control your thermostat by setting the heating or cooling set point temperature. You can also open and close automated blinds or adjust their level manually. Additionally, you can control the fan speed of air purifiers in the...


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Samsung Galaxy phones and laptops get new Phone Link feature: Recent Websites
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung Galaxy phones usually are the first to get new features enabled in Microsoft’s Phone Link app that connects Android devices with Windows computers. There is a new one called “Recent Websites” that allows you to easily continue your last browsing session from your phone on your Galaxy Book laptop.How it works is pretty simple – just open the Phone Link app (or use the flyout menu from the task bar) and you will see a list of the last sites you visited on your Galaxy phone. You can tap on an individual site or on Open All to load them in your laptop's browser.Here’s a...


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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Galaxy M54 5G is expected to launch in the coming months and we now have our first look at its design thanks to a new set of renders. The upcoming budget device will sport a redesigned look compared to its predecessor with a punch hole display and a vertically stacked triple camera setup on its back. The phone will be available in at least two color options.Samsung Galaxy M54 rendersThe only previous bit of specs info we have on the M54 is a Geekbench run which revealed the device will debut with Samsung’s in-house Exynos 1380 chipset. The phone will bring 6/8GB RAM and will...


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Leak: the Moto G13 is a slightly downgraded G23, Moto E13 with Android Go also surfaces
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Recent leaks have revealed upcoming Motorola mid-rangers and entry level phones – we saw the Moto G53 and G73 a few days ago, then the the Moto G23 yesterday. Before even that there were the G13 and E13 images, but now we now have more images and fairly detailed specs for the two phones thanks to leakster Sudhanshu Ambhore.The Moto G13 and G23 look basically the sameThe Motorola Moto G13 appears to be almost identical to the G23. The two certainly look identical, but the devil is in the details. The G13 will have a 2MP depth camera where the G23 has a 5MP ultra wide. Also, the...


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Samsung brings the Galaxy Watch5 Golf Edition to the UK
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung launched a new special edition of the Galaxy Watch5, called Golf Edition back in August. This version of the wearable came with a black body and new straps, as well as some tailored features for golfers through the Smart Caddie app.It is already for sale in South Korea and the United States, and now the United Kingdom finally gets it as well.The Galaxy Watch5 Golf Edition is available in all three versions - vanilla in 40mm and 44mm sizes, and the 45mm Pro variant. The major difference from the regular versions is the software, as the wearable comes with the Smart Caddie...


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Apple targets 25% Indian production share, government official reveals
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple is targeting to shift 25% of its production to India, revealed the trade minister of the Asian country. During a trade conference, Piyush Goyal said about 5-7% of Apple products are currently being made in India, and the goal is for this number to increase five times.The official did not provide any timeline, and Apple did not comment on the statement.This isn’t the first time we hear of such a shift. Previously analysts predicted that 25% of iPhone production will move to India by 2025, and Foxconn is reportedly increasing its workforce in the factory just outside the city...


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OnePlus Buds Pro 2 are among the first to support Android 13's Spatial Audio feature
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google developed a common Spatial Audio framework for Android 13 that can be used by all smartphone and headset makers. OnePlus is among the first to support it with the OnePlus Buds Pro 2. The buds launched in China earlier this month and will make their global debut on February 7 alongside the new OnePlus 11 flagship.An overview of Google's Spatial audio systemSpatial audio uses head tracking built into the buds in order to simulate immersive multi-channel audio, similar to what you may have experienced in the cinema. This works best with content that has multiple sound channels...


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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra unboxing and camera samples surface
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] It appears that straggler units of the upcoming Galaxy S23 Ultra have made it into people's hands as camera samples and an unboxing surfaced on Twitter.The unboxing is pretty straightforward - the Galaxy S23 Ultra ships in a box without any accessories except for a SIM tool. The unit in the video below looks pretty real and official.Unboxing@MoisesElPro2 @[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]OPHONE @Ibanez_shreds @TecnonautaTV @TopesdGama pic.twitter.com/eGzgkSuMBA— Edwards Urbina (@edwards_uh) January 23, 2023 We also get a few camera samples, courtesy of the same Twitter user Edwards Urbina. We've included...


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Snapdragon 8cx Gen 4 specs surface, promise powerful CPU, support for external GPU
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] At the end of 2021 Qualcomm unveiled the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3, the first 5nm chipset for Windows on ARM devices. It used ARM-designed cores, so its performance is not too different from its siblings that are used for Android. But soon Qualcomm’s acquisition of Nuvia will pay off with the 8cx Gen 4.As previous rumors reported, the company is working on a 12 core chip. According to Kuba Wojciechowski, these will be divided into 8 performance (~3.4GHz) and 4 efficiency (~2.5GHz) cores. They are based on Nuvia’s Phoenix design and will use the “Oryon” marketing name (rather than “Kryo” like...


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First image of OnePlus Keyboard appears, will arrive on February 7
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] OnePlus revealed earlier it will launch a keyboard, and now we have the first leaked image of the peripheral. It will be white, with a yellow Enter key and a red round button of unkown purpose.The source revealed that the OnePlus Keyboard is scheduled to arrive on February 7, which is also the global launch of the OnePlus 11 flagship and the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 TWS earphones.The keyboard already has its landing page on the OnePlus website, revealing that mass production is scheduled for March-May, meaning we will have to wait a significant time after the February...


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Nokia and Samsung extend cross-license patent agreement
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Nokia and Samsung have reached a new agreement on 5G patent technology which will see the Korean tech giant use Nokia’s “fundamental inventions in 5G and other technologies”. The two companies previously inked a similar deal, which expired at the end of 2022.Samsung is a leader in the smartphone industry, and we are delighted to have reached an amicable agreement with them. The agreement gives both companies the freedom to innovate and reflects the strength of Nokia’s patent portfolio, decades-long investments in R&D and contributions to cellular standards and other technologies. -...


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Samsung to unveil five Galaxy Book3 laptops, the Ultra sits on top
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] During this year's Unpacked event on February 1, Samsung is expected to announce its Galaxy Book3 series alongside the much-anticipated Galaxy S23 lineup. The laptop family will consist of five models this year, with the Ultra being the flagship, according tot he latest leak.This isn't the first time we hear about the Book3 Ultra, the company itself essentially confirmed it. But this report reveals some key specs and it shapes up to be a pretty solid high-end device. It's expected to feature a 16-inch 2880 x 1800p AMOLED screen along with 13th Gen Intel Core i9 CPU, up to 32GB of RAM,...


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New Huawei P60 Pro leaked specs suggest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Huawei P60 series is said to arrive in March, and earlier this month, we learned the first specs sheet of the Pro smartphone. Today, another leakster from China piled on, and according to them, the Huawei P60 Pro will come with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, once again limited to LTE.He corroborated the 6.6” OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, 1440p resolution, and the 100W wired/50W wireless charging rates of the previous rumor. Additionally we got to learn the battery capacity will be 5,000 mAh.The main 50MP camera will have a Sony IMX888 sensor, while the...


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Top 10 trending phones of week 3
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Week 3 saw the yet-to-be-announced Samsung Galaxy S23 series take a firmer grip on our top 10. The trio dominates our news section and its and the phone's specs pages, now filled in courtesy of detailed leaks are gathering a lot of attention. It's the Galaxy S23 Ultra on top ahead of the plus member of the series. Behind them the Galaxy A14 entry-level phone completes the rostrum, before the vanilla Galaxy S23 makes it four Samsung phones in the top 4.The streak continues with the Galaxy S22 Ultra in fifth, making up for the strongest showing by the Korean company in years.In...


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Week 3 in review: Galaxy S23 Ultra's 200MP sensor is official
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] We're past being surprised by the Galaxy S23 series dominating our news section to which week 3 made no exception.Samsung announced the 200MP ISOCELL HP2 sensor that will be the headline feature of the Galaxy S23 Ultra. The imager is 1/1.3” in size with 0.6μm pixels and can pixel-bin (Tetra2pixel, per Samsung's lingo) 4-to-1 for 1.2μm pixels and 50MP resolution or 16-to-1 for 2.4μm pixels and 12.5MP resolution. The sensor comes with Dual Vertical Transfer Gate (D-VTG) to avoid blown highlights. It claims to increase the full well capacity by more than 33%, meaning that an individual pixel...


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Weekly deals: the best smartphone deals from the US, Germany and the UK
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] We’re back with another round of offers from around the world. This week we picked out deals from the US, the UK and Germany, use the links below to jump to a specific country: USA Germany The UK USAThe Motorola Edge 30 Pro is one controller away from being a fast but fairly affordable gaming phone. The version with 512GB storage sells for $500, giving your room for plenty of games. Games that will run on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset and a 6.7” OLED display with 144Hz refresh rate (and HDR10+ support). The 4,800mAh battery is decently large and the phone...


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Flashback: the Snapdragon 625 efficiently conquered the mid-field in 2016
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Some chipsets are remembered more fondly than others - the Snapdragon 810 has quite a story to tell, but today we are feeling in a positive mood so let's look at the Snapdragon 625.The Snapdragon 625 was unveiled in February of 2016 and became the first 600-series chip to be made using the power efficient 14nm node. Its predecessor, the Snapdragon 617, was fabbed on a 28nm node and it showed.The new 625 used 35% less power than its predecessor in typical daily use. To put that in perspective, if a phone with the old chip had just enough battery to last from 6am to 6pm, that same...


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Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite's Wi-Fi model is receiving Android 13-based One UI 5.0 update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung released the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 stable update for the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite's LTE version (SM-P615) recently, which is now rolling out for the Wi-Fi model (SM-P610) as well.The update comes with stability and performance improvements in addition to a new lock screen customization menu, a redesigned Recent Apps screen with better animations, and a new "Connected devices" menu inside the Settings app.However, the One UI 5.0 update comes with the dated November 2022 Android security patch instead of the January 2023 or even the December 2022 security patch. Moreover,...


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Weekly poll: how fast should fast charging be?
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] In a very rapid succession phones crossed the 100W charging barrier, went up to 210W late last year and at least one maker is already promosing 240W on an upcoming phone. These numbers are quite amazing – or maybe quite insane?The 210W phone we mentioned is the Redmi Note 12 Discovery. It has a relatively small 4,300mAh battery, but it only needs 9 minutes for a full charge. And if you only have 5 minutes to spare, the battery can go from flat to 66% charged in that time.Smartphones are quickly setting and breaking new charge speed recordsThe battery capacity is an important...


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Motorola Moto G23 renders leak online
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Motorola is apparently gearing up to launch a new midranger. The Moto G23 has been making the rounds on various certification websites without revealing too much about itself. Today brings a set of detailed and high-resolution renders of the upcoming phone, leaving very little to the imagination in terms of design.Apparently, the phone will come in a trio of colors (Blue, Grey and White) and feature a sort of boxy design with nice and rounded corners. We can also clearly see a punch-hole selfie on the front and a trio of rear cameras.The source actually goes into detail...


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Weekly poll results: screen size matters a lot, the ideal for most people is 6.1"
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The ideal screen size for a smartphone changed over the years, but it finally seems that it has settled. In a poll in 2019 6 inches emerged as the most popular option, which was confirmed the next year when the range 5.9” to 6.5” was chosen (with most people leaning towards the lower end). And in last week’s poll 6.1” was the top pick among voters.Previous screen size poll results: from 2020 • from 2019It was the option chosen by a quarter of voters. The slightly larger 6.3” option received half as many votes. This essentially matches previous results, which were focused on 6”...


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Infinix Note 12i 2022's India launch date revealed by Flipkart
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Infinix Note 12i 2022 unveiled last September will be launched in India on January 25. This revelation comes from Indian online retailer Flipkart, which set up a promo page for Infinix Note 12i 2022 on its website.The Infinix Note 12i 2022 is powered by the Helio G85 SoC and was announced with Android 12-based XOS 10.6. However, Flipkart revealed the smartphone will run XOS 12 out of the box in India, which is also based on Android 12. It will also come with Widevine L1 certification, allowing 1080p video streaming on compatible OTT apps.The Note 12i 2022 will have 4GB RAM...


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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Earlier today OnePlus confirmed that its first-ever tablet will be unveiled at its February 7 event. The company even shared a teaser image, though that only offers a clear look at the OnePlus 11 and the OnePlus Buds Pro 2, which already launched in China (the event on the 7th is for their global launch). The tablet itself remained shrouded in mystery.“Remained”, past tense. As usual leakster OnLeaks has 3D renders ready before official images have been shared. Have a gander at the OnePlus Pad:OnePlus Pad (speculative renders)Weird, isn’t it – how many tablets can you...


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ZTE Blade V40 shows its face, specs revealed
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] ZTE has yet another V40 device up its sleeve and it's the Blade V40, that surfaced in Bangladesh. The phone was handled in the wild and its key specs were confirmed.The ZTE Blade V40 Design is a decidedly entry level affair. It has a 12nm Unisoc T616 chipset, 4GB of RAM and 128GB built-in storage. The Blade V40 runs Android 12 with MyOS 12 on top.The ZTE Blade V40 DesignThere are three cameras on the back, a 50MP main shooter, and likely depth and or macro auxiliaries. The battery capacity is 4,500mAh, but we have no info on its charging speed. We expect the display to be...


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IDC: Smartphone market sees unprecedented 18.3% decline during 2022's last quarter
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The IDC Smartphone Tracker reported a pretty subpar record of worldwide smartphone shipments for Q4 2022 as the market contracted by 18.3% to 300.3 million shipments. All five major brands faced double-digit declines on the yearly basis compared to Q4 2021 and the total figure represents the largest quarterly decline.The big Q4 decline in shipments contributed to the yearly contraction of 11.3% compared to 2021 figures. A grand total of 1.21 billion smartphones were shipped in 2022 compared to 1.36 billion in 2021. Company Q4 2022 shipments (million) Q4 2022...


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Corning confirms that the Galaxy S23 series will pioneer Gorilla Glass Victus 2
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung had dibs on the original Gorilla Glass Victus, then the Galaxy S22 series was the first to introduce the improved Victus+ and now history is about to repeat itself. The upcoming Galaxy S23 models will be the first to feature the new Gorilla Glass Victus 2.Version 2 is focused on surviving drops, including falls on very rough surfaces like concrete from up to 1m (hip height) or up to 2m (head height) if it falls on asphalt. This improved drop resistance didn’t come at the cost of scratch resistance, however.GG Victus 2 has an environmentalist streak as it contains an average of...


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Samsung's new Odyssey Neo G7 is a flat 43" gaming monitor and smart TV
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung has released a series of enormous gaming monitors under the Odyssey brand – like the 55” 16:9 Ark or the bonkers 57” 32:9 Neo G9. These are curved monitors, however, while some users prefer flat. The new Odyssey Neo G7 (model name: G70NC) is for them.This is a 43” display with 4K resolution (3,840 x 2,160px, 16:9). The Odyssey displays are large enough to be used as TVs – in fact, they are Tizen smart TVs – and a flat display works better for that. The other models use tight curvatures optimized for use at a desk rather than watching them from the couch.144Hz refresh...


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TCL Ion X with removable battery launches on Metro in the US
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Almost all smartphones come with non-removable batteries these days, but TCL is ready to provide the exception called Ion X. If you live in the US, you are able to purchase it for $119 from Metro starting today. It can also be free if you open a new line or migrate your number.The TCL Ion X packs a 3,000 mAh removable battery, allowing you to swap it out with a new one if it degrades over time. You can also carry a spare battery for instant top-ups. A removable battery is still the fastest way to have a phone with a fully charged battery after all.In addition to a removable...


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OnePlus Pad confirmed ahead of February 7 event
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Following up on yesterday’s news about the long-rumored OnePlus Pad potentially launching on February 7 at the OnePlus 11 global launch we now have proof that the tablet will indeed be presented at the event. OnePlus India has a teaser poster for some of the devices expected to be on stage including the OnePlus 11, Buds Pro 2 earbuds and the rumored OnePlus Pad.OnePlus Pad (bottom) alongside OnePlus 11 and Buds Pro 2This is the first official teaser for the tablet which has been rumored since 2021. There’s no specs information about the device at the moment though it wouldn’t be...


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Samsung Galaxy A54 battery capacity and charging speed revealed by FCC
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung's Galaxy A54 is just around the corner and the phone was just certified by the FCC. The listing, published by the US regulator, revealed that an SM-A546E will have a battery with a minimal capacity of 4,905 mAh and support 25W fast charging.Samsung Galaxy A54 rendersThe Samsung Galaxy A54 is likely to have at least 5,000 mAh capacity, although previous rumors suggested a slight increase to 5,100 mAh. The FCC filing revealed it could be charged with a Samsung EP-TA800 adapter, which is a 25W Power Delivery USB-C charger, but we doubt it will ship in the retail...


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Samsung.com reveals Galaxy S23 series pre-order period and perks
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Current expectations are that Samsung will raise the prices of the Galaxy S23 series in Europe (compared to last year's S22 models). The company is also preparing to soften the blow with the usual discounts. It turns out that someone updated the fine print on the Samsung UK Business portal with details on the S23 pre-order, even though the page is still showing the current S22 phones.Again, this is the business portal, so the 10% off from #4 probably doesn’t apply to you. There could be similar discounts for individuals, though.#6 is where it gets interesting – the Galaxy S23 series...


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Oppo Reno8 T officially launching on February 8
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Oppo revealed the Reno8 T series is coming soon, and today we have the official launch date. The new midranger is launching on February 8 in the Philippines, and according to the official poster, the Pacific country is getting it in two colors - Black and Leather Orange.Oppo is expected to launch the Reno8 T with 5G and the Snapdragon 695 chipset, but some markets will be getting an LTE version with a Helio G99 chipset. One of the phones is coming with a 108MP camera, and by the looks of it, the Philippines are getting the other one, which is said to be the 4G option.Oppo...


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Coca-Cola Phone leaks, but its maker is a mystery
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] In what might be the latest addition to the “weird phones from unexpected brands” list, Coca-Cola appears to be readying a new partnership with an established smartphone maker. A render for the Cola phone has spread online revealing a dual camera setup and the iconic fizzy drink company logo and red color.Cola phone render There’s an actual Colaphone Global Twitter account which follows a total of 8 other accounts that are all smartphone brands. One of the rumored possibilities is that the Cola phone will be a rebranded Realme 10 series device with a strong chance of it being the...


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Infinix brings Note 12i to India, sales begin on January 30
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Infinix announced the Note 12i 2022 over three months ago, and the phone finally reached India, one of the company’s major markets. The phone is up on Flipkart and will be on sale starting Monday, January 30.The Infinix Note 12i comes with a 6.7” AMOLED with 90Hz refresh rate, while the fingerprint scanner is on the side, embedded in the power key. India is getting just one memory option - 4/64 GB but at least there is a dedicated micro SD slot for adding more storage.The key selling points Infinix uses for the Note 12i are the 50MP main camera and the 5,000 mAh battery with 33W...


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Carrier-locked Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 is receiving Android 13-based One UI 5.0 update in the US
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Android 13-based One UI 5.0 stable update released for the international Galaxy Z Fold2 two months ago and the unlocked units in the US last month is now rolling out for the carrier-locked Galaxy Z Fold2 in the US.The update is seeding for the Galaxy Z Fold2 units locked to T-Mobile and Sprint's networks in the US, and the rollout could expand to devices on other carriers soon.If you own a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 locked to T-Mobile or Sprint's network, you'll receive One UI 5.0 with firmware version F916USQU2IVK5. It comes with the usual One UI 5.0 goodies and the November 2022...


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iOS 17 details leak, don't expect many visual changes, just a focus on stability and efficiency
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple's just pushed out iOS 16.3, the latest version of iOS 16, which itself was introduced back in June of last year and released in the fall with the iPhone 14 family. This year, iOS 17 will be released along with the iPhone 15 series, most likely in September, and today a new report is already talking about it.According to this source, who has been reliable on occasion in the past when it comes to Apple-related things, iOS 17 will not introduce any huge visual overhauls. In fact, you should pretty much expect it to look identical to iOS 16. Instead, the focus with the upcoming release...


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Apple is now selling refurbished iPhone 13 models in Europe
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple has now started selling refurbished iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max models in the UK, Germany, Italy, and Spain. It's the first time these specific handsets are available in these countries through Apple's online store as part of its Certified Refurbished program.What you're getting with this program are devices that all come with a new battery, a new outer shell, genuine Apple part replacements (if necessary), a thorough cleaning, the original OS or a more recent version preinstalled, and a special box with all accessories and cables. The company also performs...


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Google will allow third-party billing services for apps and games on the Play Store in India
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Last year the Competition Commission of India (CCI) slapped Google with a fine for restricting third-party payment services and was investigating the company for other anti-competitive behavior too. After Google's recent plea to the Supreme Court to block CCI’s orders was rejected, the company has to change its agreements with phone makers and loosen the rules for users.Starting next month Android users in India will be able to use third-party billing services for apps and games. They will also be able to choose a different default search engine using a choice screen during setup. These...


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Latest Samsung Galaxy Watch4 update brings camera zoom controls and more
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung is seeding a new firmware update to its Galaxy Watch4 which brings camera zoom controls, a new device diagnostic tool and other stability fixes. The update bears the R860XXU1GWA3 build number and is just under 330MB in size.Galaxy Watch4 R860XXU1GWA3 update changelogThe big new feature is the zoom toggle within the Camera Controller app on the watch. The feature only works with supported flagship Samsung smartphones ranging from the Galaxy S20 and Galaxy Z Flip or newer. There are two options to control zoom levels - via the rotating bezel or through pinch to zoom on the...


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8K and 4K videos from the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra posted on the web
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Edwards Urbina has been snapping photos with a Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra days before the new flagship has been officially unveiled. Now he has moved on to showing off the phone’s improved video capabilities.Here is a 4K 60fps sample uploaded to YouTube:Unfortunately, this is the only one uploaded so far. Urbina has posted more videos on Twitter, but the social network doesn’t handle high resolution video so well.Still, here is an 8K video sample recorded with the main 200MP camera (based on the new ISOCELL HP2 sensor). It has been compressed far too much to talk about image...


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SK hynix unveils LPDDR5T RAM, 13% faster than LPDDR5X
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] SK hynix unveiled the “world’s fastest mobile DRAM”, which it calls LPDDR5T. The “T” stands for “Turbo” as the new RAM chips are 13% faster than the LPDDR5X RAM that has recently started appearing on premium devices.LPDDR5T runs at 9.6Gbps compared to 8.5Gbps for 5X and 6.4Gbps for the original LPDDR5. At this speed the new RAM can go through 77GB worth of data in one second.Note that 5T is not a new generation of DRAM but rather an enhancement of 5X. The chips are based on the 1Anm process, the fourth generation of the 10nm node and use the HKMG (High-K Metal Gate) process that...


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Poco India officially confirms cricketer Hardik Pandya as brand ambassador, X5 Pro's India launch date surfaces
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Popular Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya was spotted using an unreleased Poco X series smartphone last week, and it was unclear whether it was just a product placement or Pandya would be seen in Poco's future X series ad campaigns. Well, we now know it is the latter since Poco's Indian branch today announced the all-around cricketer as its brand ambassador.In a press note sent to the media, Poco said that as a brand, it "focuses on challenging the status quo and representing every individual who is looking to pursue perfection and greater alternatives to the mainstream" and thus saw Pandya...


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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] January is an interesting time in the smartphone world – the first next-gen flagships are just starting to hit the market, others are yet to come. And with their replacements months (or even weeks) away, older flagship and premium phones are about as cheap as they are going to get while still being somewhat current.We have picked out deals from several regions, and included some tablet, smartwatch and headset offers too. Use the links below to jump to your region: Germany The UK USA India GermanyThe Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max will probably never see a...


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Samsung's Galaxy S23 Unpacked - what to expect
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung's first Unpacked event for 2023 is nearly upon us and despite the myriad of leaks that have taken most of the curiosity away from us, it's still one of the most important events the year. So let's summarize all of the leaks to get a better idea of what we expect.Galaxy S23 seriesWe'll see the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, along with the S23 and S23+, and likely some new laptops. It's very unlikely we'll see new tablets, and extremely unlikely for any smartwatch and headphone announcements.The Galaxy S23 Ultra will carry on the design of its predecessor, but it will come in...


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Weekly poll: are Motorola's new mid-range and entry level phones hot or not?
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Motorola unveiled five new mid-range and entry level smartphones earlier this week – the Moto G73 and G53, the Moto G23, G13 and E13. The two higher end G-series models now flaunt 5G connectivity (which the G72 and G52 lacked), the other three stick to 4G.Moto G73 • Moto G53 • Moto G23 • Moto G13 • Moto E13Before we dive into the details for each phone, here are the prices for the new models, so that you have context when looking at what features each phone offers: Moto G73 (8/256GB) - €300 Moto G53 (4/128GB) - €250 Moto G23 (4/64GB) - €230 Moto G13...


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Weekly poll results: Wired charging needs to be super fast, wireless not so much
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] After we posted last week’s poll about smartphone charging speeds, we kept an eye on it. After a few hours the 15-30 minutes and 30-45 minutes options were evenly matched, both outpacing the other answers in the poll. But then things started to turn.In a surprising result the poll ended with the 15 minutes or less option on top and by quite a margin too. People have really warmed up to fast charging. The 15-30 and 30-45 minute answers are still evenly matched, but they fell well behind the super fast option.As usual there were concerns about the negative effects on battery longevity...


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Flashback: the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite punched above its weight
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] By early 2020 the Galaxy S10 series was preparing to retire. A year earlier it had introduced the world’s first 5G phone and brought the surprisingly popular S10e model along with the usual S10 vanilla and plus phones. But there was just enough time for one last hurrah before the S20 series launched in February.The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite was announced in early February 2020 and went on sale a month later, just days before the official introduction of the S20 models. In some ways it was a prototype for the Galaxy S20 FE – it used older but still premium hardware and it cost less than the...


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Xiaomi 11T and Poco F4 are receiving Android 13-based MIUI 14
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Xiaomi has released Android 13-based MIUI 14 stable update for the Xiaomi 11T and Poco F4. The update for the 11T comes with firmware version MIUI 14.0.3.0 TKWMIXM, whereas the update for Poco F4 has firmware MIUI 14.2.0 TLMEUXM. Both require a download of about 3.5GB.However, the MIUI 14 rollout is currently exclusive to users enrolled in the Mi Pilot program. And while the update is seeding for the 11T globally, its rollout for the Poco F4 is limited to Europe.MIUI 14 for Xiaomi 11T • MIUI 14 for Poco F4The update comes with the December 2022 Android security patch and the...


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Coca-Cola Phone could be a special edition Realme 10 Pro
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] We've been hearing about a Coca-Cola-branded smartphone for the past few days, which was expected to be a special edition Realme 10 or 10 Pro given its resemblance to these smartphones and Realme teasing a collaboration with Coca-Cola. Now a tweet by Realme VP Mr. Madhav Sheth suggests the Coca-Cola Phone (not the confirmed name) will be a special edition Realme 10 Pro.Sheth posted a photo (attached below) of the Realme 10 Pro's Hyperspace Gold version with a reflection of a Coca-Cola can on its rear panel, suggesting the Coca-Cola Phone will be a special edition Realme 10...


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Oppo Reno8 T 4G Sunset Orange model poses for the camera, revealing key specs
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Oppo will launch the Reno8 T 4G in the Philippines on February 8, and we already know what it looks like since Oppo has listed it on its online store. The company hasn't divulged the Reno8 T 4G's specs, but rumors claimed it will be powered by the Helio G99 SoC. We can confirm that Reno8 T 4G will have the Helio G99 chip at the helm, thanks to live images of the smartphone we received from an anonymous tipster.We received three pictures, one of which shows us the "About device" screen of the Reno8 T 4G (CPH2481), displaying the smartphone's specs: Helio G99 SoC, 6.43" screen, and Android...


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OnePlus 11R confirmed to have Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 at the helm
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] OnePlus is having a big event on February 7, where it will launch the OnePlus 11 and Buds Pro 2 for the global markets in addition to unveiling new products. One of them is the OnePlus 11R which is officially confirmed to have the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC at the helm.The next generation of power is here. It's time to get ready for a new way to experience the #ShapeofPower with the all-new #OnePlus11R 5G.— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) January 27, 2023 OnePlus hasn't divulged any other specs of the OnePlus 11R yet, but rumors claim the smartphone will come with up to 16GB RAM and 512GB...


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Oppo Reno8 T price revealed before February 8 announcement
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Oppo's Reno8 T has been leaking a lot in the past few weeks, and yesterday we finally found out when its announcement is going to be held: on February 8, at least for the Philippines.Now, also from the Philippines, we have the price of the upcoming device to talk about, as it's been revealed by a Facebook ad for a brick-and-mortar physical store in Quezon City.According to the listing, which shows multiple Reno8 T boxes ready to be sold to customers, the phone will be priced at PHP 18,999, which currently equates to $348 and €320, respectively.Due to the lack of visible 5G...


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Google Store, Hotels, Flights and other services will show more accurate info in the EU
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] EU’s Consumer Protection Cooperation Network (CPCN) has been in talks with Google since 2021 to make certain online services more transparent and to make them better aligned with the Union’s geo-blocking regulations.The Google Play Store lets you browse versions intended for different countries within the EU - something you may not have known (here’s how). Google has agreed to make this option more visible to users. Google allows you to change your country of residence once a year, but some of the restrictions that apply infringe on the geo-blocking regulations, according to the...


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Here are the Samsung Galaxy S23 series' Indian prices
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] It appears we can add the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, and Galaxy S23 Ultra prices for India to those for Germany, Europe, and the US.The prices aren't official just yet, mind, but it's always nice to have an idea. The Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23+ start at 8/128GB and are INR 79,999 and INR89,999, respectively. The Galaxy S23 Ultra's starting configuration of 8/256GB is INR114,999.The Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23 Ultra are more expensive than their predecessors, while the Galaxy S23+'s starting price is actually a bit lower. The Galaxy S23 is INR7,000 more, while the Galaxy S23 Ultra...


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Promo images feature a new "Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy" logo
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung and Qualcomm have struck a deal and the upcoming Galaxy S23 series will use an exclusive chipset whose official name will be “Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy”. That’s quite a mouthful, isn’t it? Don’t worry, Samsung has prepared a more concise way to remind people of the bespoke chipset powering its new flagships.The modified Snapdragon logo includes Galaxy brandingThe modified Snapdragon logo will be used in relevant promo images. Speaking of, some promo images have already leaked justdays ahead of the official unveiling on February 1. Be prepared...


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Realme teases Coca-Cola Phone
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A couple of days ago, we saw the render of a Coca-Cola-branded smartphone, but there was no confirmation about its maker since the phone had no logo of any smartphone brand. However, given its resemblance to the Realme 10/10 Pro, it was reasonable to expect that the Cola Phone would be a special edition of one of these Realme smartphones. And that's what will likely happen since Realme today posted a short clip on Twitter hinting at its collaboration with Coca-Cola.Leaked image of the Coca-Cola Phone (not the confirmed name)Realme posted a video clip on Twitter having the text...


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Samsung Galaxy S23 series German pricing leaks
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Just a few days ago we got some detailed pricing info for the Galaxy S23 series in Germany and Spain, WinFuture is here with some more finalized sums for the German market.Based on the latest info, the entry-level Galaxy S23 with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage will start at €949 while the 256GB S23 model will go for €1,009. These sums are €10 less than the alleged Spanish pricing.Galaxy S23+ will start at €1,199 in its 8/256GB trim while the 8/512GB model will go for €1,319. The 8/256GB Galaxy S23 Ultra starts at €1,399 while the 12/512GB model will go for €1,579. ...


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Google brings locking Incognito tabs on Chrome for Android
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google shared some tips on staying safe on Chrome for Data Privacy Day, which is tomorrow, January 28. It also revealed Chrome for Android is getting a new feature, allowing you to lock Incognito tabs when you leave the app.A new privacy setting lets you unlock these tabs with a screen lock, be it with biometric info, PIN or pattern.Chrome for Android screenshotsThe feature is pretty straightforward. When Chrome is opened, and you want to use the Incognito tabs after the phone was locked, there will be a prompt on the screen to use your preferred screen unlock method and...


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Images of the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, Book3 Pro, and Book3 Pro 360 laptops surface
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Book3 series of laptops will arrive alongside the Galaxy S23 series at the company's February 1 Unpacked event, and it's shaping to be an equally exciting lineup.Now we can add some finishing touches thanks to these leaked high-quality renders. They're of the Galaxy Book3 360, the Galaxy Book3 Pro, and the Galaxy Book3 Pro 360. We still don't have high-quality images of the range-topping Galaxy Book3 Ultra.All three models will have 2880x1800px (16:10) Super AMOLED touchscreen displays, backlit keyboards, Intel's 13th-gen processors, allowing for two...


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Apple reportedly halts in-house Wi-Fi chip project
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple is in a battle to reduce its reliance on third-party suppliers by taking component manufacturing in-house. Just as it did with its A-series mobile chipsets and M-series SoCs, Cupertino is rumored to bring wireless chips, 5G modems and even display production for its iPhones, Apple Watches and Macs in-house.The latest semiconductor survey from analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claims Apple will backtrack on its Wi-Fi chip development and will continue to rely on Broadcom as its key supplier. Apple is devoting most of its IC design resources to its chipset development. Kuo also mentions that...


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Japan and Netherlands are joining the US in chip restrictions on China
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Japan and the Netherlands will join the United States in imposing chip bans on China, Bloomberg reports. The goal is to “undercut Beijing’s ambition to build its own domestic chip capabilities”, according to the outlet's sources.The Dutch company ASML Holding HV will be prevented from transferring deep ultraviolet lithography machines used for chip manufacturing, and similar restrictions will be imposed on the Japanese Nikon Corp.The joint effort is an expansion on US President Joe Biden’s policy to limit China’s ability to manufacture and develop its own semiconductors, used for...


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Here's our first official look at the OnePlus Pad in Halo Green color
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] OnePlus will launch the OnePlus Pad at its February 7 event, where it will also introduce the OnePlus 11R 5G, OnePlus Keyboard, and OnePlus TV 65" Q2 Pro. OnePlus hasn't detailed the OnePlus Pad's specs sheet yet, but the company has shared the slate's image on its Indian website, giving us our first official look at the tablet while also corroborating previously leaked renders.You can see the OnePlus Pad has a selfie camera built into the bezel above the display, and on the rear is a center-aligned camera joined by LED flash, below which is the OnePlus logo. The OnePlus Pad was expected...


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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] You have probably heard the word “inflation” more often than you would have liked over the last few months. It has affected the prices of many things – and premium goodies like Samsung’s latest flagships are no exception.At least not everywhere. In the US and Canada you can get the Samsung Galaxy S23 for the same dollar amount that you would have paid for an S22 last year. The Galaxy S23+ and S23 Ultra are even better since they cost the same as their predecessors, but Samsung bumped up their base storage from 128GB to 256GB.The rest of the world isn’t nearly as lucky – the three...


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Samsung unveils 14" and 16" Galaxy Book3 Pro, 16" Pro 360 and flagship Book3 Ultra
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung's Unpacked event today had more than just the Galaxy S23 series. The company introduced four new laptops in the Galaxy Book3 Pro series, led by a new flagship - the Galaxy Book3 Ultra.Let's start with the latter, which is the first ultra-powerful Samsung laptop since the Odyssey. The Galaxy Book3 Ultra comes in a single 16-inch size, but it's nicely svelte at 16.5mm and 1.79kg.The Galaxy Book3 Ultra packs the most powerful configuration among the Book3 series with a choice of Intel's latest Core i7-13700H or Core i9-13900H 45W processors, up to 32GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and up to...


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Samsung Galaxy S23 and S23+ arrive with new design, bigger batteries
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Samsung Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23+ are the latest refinement of long-running the S-series formula. Yes, refinement – Samsung improved the major hardware and software features, but there are no radical changes.Samsung Galaxy S23The biggest upgrade for this generation is that all S23 phones sold around the world will exclusively use a bespoke Qualcomm chipset, officially known as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (you can hear the cheers coming from Europe). This features higher clock speeds compared to the other 8 Gen 2 chipsets out there. The phones come with several...


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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, S23+, and S23 hands-on review
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is official with 200MP camera and bespoke Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is finally official and it may be the least obvious upgrade in the history of Samsung flagship phones. That's to say that it looks almost identical to the Galaxy S22 Ultra but it actually isn't.The most obvious difference is the color - the Galaxy S23 Ultra ships in three new colors - Green, Lavender, and Cream join the Phantom Black of old.So what's new? Inside the Galaxy S23 Ultra ticks a custom-tuned Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy. Samsung went with Qualcomm's latest SoC for its entire Galaxy S23 lineup and you won't get an...


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Garmin Vivomove Trend launched with analog aesthetic and modern smarts
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Garmin launched its Vivomove Trend watch which combines the style of a traditional analog watch with the health tracking and notification and NFC features of smartwatches. Garmin Vivomove Trend brings a fiber-reinforced 40 mm polymer casing with a stainless steel bezel. You’ll find traditional analog dials that tell the time but there’s also a monochrome LCD display of 254 x 346-pixel resolution hidden behind.Vivomove Trend can manage notifications from your paired iPhone or Android phone including the option to respond to texts on the latter. You get all the usual health-tracking...


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Realme's new GT Neo5 teaser shows purple LED light on the back
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Realme is launching the GT Neo5 with 240W charging on February 9, and it is already gearing up for the event with a series of teasers. An 8-second trailer showcased the camera design, confirming three shooters on a square island, and what appears to be a purple LED light on the side. The brand also shared details about the fast charging. It will involve a GaN adapter and 12A cable, with three separate charge pumps for the 10-cell design. TUV Rheinland certified the battery to be safe, and Realme claimed 30 seconds of charge will be enough for 2 hours of talk time.Also, the...


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Anker admits lack of encryption on Eufy security cameras
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Anker got itself in a big debacle over its Eufy security cameras which were caught uploading footage from users’ cameras to the cloud without their consent as uncovered by information security consultant Paul Moore back in November. The bigger problem was that the uploaded user content from Eufy cameras was accessible via media players such as VLC for others to watch. Anker claimed its cameras used end-to-end encryption with all content being stored locally and only sent to devices on the user’s home network.After months of uncertainty, Anker finally admitted that its Eufy cameras...


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Watch the Samsung Galaxy S23 and Book3 series announcement live
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung is hosting the first Unpacked event for 2023 today, and we will see the Galaxy S23 flagships get announced. We also expect five new Galaxy Book3 notebooks - vanilla and Pro, each of them with a different variant with a 360-degree hinge, and a top-of-the-line Ultra version.The event begins at 6PM UTC, which is 1PM EST/7PM CET/11:30PM IST. There will be a live stream, which we will add below when the time comes.The Galaxy S23 series will include a vanilla Galaxy S23, a slightly bigger Galaxy S23+, and a Galaxy S23 Ultra with Samsung’s latest 200MP camera. The three were...


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Netflix details how it plans to stop password sharing outside family
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Netflix finally revealed details on its plans to stop people from sharing their family plan passwords - a practice that violates its terms of service and hurting its overall revenue.The streaming platform updated its Help Center to say that only accounts within one household will be shareable. To ensure devices are associated with the primary location, Netflix will ask users to connect to the Wi-Fi once every 31 days.The details were gathered by The Streamable, revealing that freeloading users can transfer their profile history into a new account without losing preferences,...


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Honor readying a mid-range phone with SD 6 Gen 1 SoC and big battery
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] According to the latest rumors on Chinese social media, Honor is working on a mid-range smartphone powered by Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset. And if Honor gets it done fast, it could very well be the first handset with this SoC on the market.In addition to the chip, the shared image also mentions curved OLED screen, up to 12GB RAM, 256GB storage and a 6,000 mAh battery.Honor is getting ready to announce the Magic5 series and the Magic Vs foldable global rollout at this year's MWC in Barcelona, but this new mid-ranger is likely getting announced elsewhere. According to...


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Xiaomi Pad 6 and Pad 6 Pro rumored specs emerge
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Xiaomi Pad 5 and Pad 5 Pro revitalized Xiaomi’s tablet range back in 2021. We’ve since seen the Pad 5 Pro 12.4 and a Redmi Pad in 2022 and there seem to be new Xiaomi tablets planned for 2023. Tipster Digital Chat Station is here to fill us in on the Xiaomi Pad 6 and Pad 6 Pro specs.Both Pad 6 models will bring 11-inch IPS LCD displays with 2880x 1800px resolutions and 120/144Hz refresh rates. The panels will support HDR10+ and Dolby Vision. Xiaomi Pad 6 will likely use the Snapdragon 870 chipset while the Pad 6 Pro is expected to bring the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 with up to 12GB...


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Samsung unveils new “Over The Horizon” ringtone for Galaxy S23 series
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung is launching its Galaxy S23 series later today, and sticking with tradition the company introduced a new version of its iconic “Over The Horizon” ringtone, crafted for the new flagships. This year’s edition is developed with Yaeji, an American music artist of Korean descent, to celebrate “positivity and optimism in an evolving world”.The “Over The Horizon” theme gets reimagined with every new Galaxy S series, and it kept its key sounding, adapted to the trending sounds of each year. The sound of Yaeji is recognizable on the electronic dance scene with its unique synths, kicks,...


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Tecno Pop 7 Pro quietly launched
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Tecno brought a new phone to its African markets called Pop 7 Pro. Retailers in Nigeria and Uganda already have the phone up for sale, even though the company has seemingly forgotten to officially announce it or even add it to its own website.The Pop 7 Pro is a super affordable phone with a Helio A22 chipset. It is actually already available as Spark Go 2023 in other markets.The Pop 7 Pro sports a 6.6” LCD with 720p resolution and a tall 20:9 ratio. It boots Android 12 with HiOS 12 on top, while the large island on the back hosts a 13MP main camera and a QVGA depth sensor. The...


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Poco X5 has all of its specs leaked, won't be launched in India
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Yesterday Poco India officially announced that the Poco X5 Pro will be launching in the country on February 6. Missing from that reveal was any mention of the non-Pro Poco X5, and according to a new leak today, that's for good reason.It turns out that the Poco X5 won't be launching in India alongside its Pro sibling. Instead, we'll see the X5 in Europe. So now the question is - will the X5 Pro be available in Europe too, or just India? There's no answer to this yet, but at the rate the leaks are going we'll surely find out in a few days at most.Exclusive: POCO X5 5G marketing material...


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Spotify had a record 205 million premium subscribers at the end of 2022
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Spotify posted its financial report for the final quarter of 2022 and there is some good news and some bad news. First, the good news. It beat expectations and had 205 million paying subscribers at the end of the year, making it the first streaming service to cross the 200 million mark.Its monthly active users (MAU) reached 489 million, this includes the subscribers using the ad-supported tier. For comparison, Spotify had 195 million premium tier subscribers at the end of Q3 last year and 456 million MAU. The addition of 33 million MAU was Spotify’s largest-ever Q4 growth.Now for...


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High-res images of Nothing Ear (2) leak, personalized ANC tipped
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] We have a better look at the Nothing Ear (2), which first surfaced via renders last year.The images below, courtesy of Steve H. McFly (@OnLeakds) and SmartPrix show Nothing's next high-end buds in detail and come with a bit of information.Nothing Ear (2), image source: OnLeaks and SmartPrixThe Nothing Ear (2), which company CEO Carl Pei has said would come in the second half of 2023, appear to have mostly kept the design. One notable change is the placement of the noise-canceling microphone from the back of the buds to the side. Otherwise, the design of the buds themselves...


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Tecno Phantom X2 Pro teardown shows us the protruding telephoto lens up close
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is one of the more memorable phones in recent memory thanks to its unique retractable telephoto/portrait lens. We’ve wondered how the phone looks on the inside and luckily PBKreviews has us covered with his latest teardown video.The plastic back cover is removed after taking out the SIM tray and applying some heat to the back. Removing a total of 17 screws frees up the cameras and gets us a close-up of the telephoto module (1:15 mark in the video). Unclipping a few more cables frees up the mainboard and gets us a closer look at the three rear cameras,...


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Xiaomi sold over 1 million devices in India during the Republic Day Sale
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] India celebrated Republic Day last Thursday, a holiday that is often paired with big discounts by retailers and brands. Xiaomi did well for itself as it announced that it has sold over 1 million products during its sale.The so-called Republic Day Sale actually spanned several days, January 16 to 20, and covers a variety of categories – Xiaomi makes everything from headphones to smart TVs. The company doesn’t reveal which products sold the best, but we can take a guess.Xiaomi sold over 1 million products during the Republic Day Sale • Redmi Note 12 series sales surpass ₹5...


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Exclusive: Amazfit GTR Mini first-look
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Amazfit has yet to launch a new smartwatch this year but we have some new images of the upcoming GTR Mini. Following up the GTS Mini line, Amazfit will expand the smaller form factor to the GTR lineup with the A2174 model bearing the internal codename “Leiden”.Amazfit GTR MiniAmazfit GTR Mini will offer a 1.28-inch 2.5D AMOLED touchscreen display and stainless steel casing with a single button on the right side of the watch. Other features include an onboard GNSS receiver with support for GPS, QZSS, BEIDOU, GALILEO and standards.Amazfit GTR Mini...


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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] This year it finally happened the new Galaxy S series runs a single SoC across the globe. No more Exynos versions, there's only Snapdragon. But that doesn't mean the new Galaxy S23 series doesn't stand out from the crowd. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 running under the hood in all S23 phones is actually "Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy".That's because the CPU and GPU are both overclocked and offer slightly higher performance than the other phones with the same chipset on the market. But how much of a difference does it make?The SD 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy sports the same CPU configuration with...


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Weekly deals: the best smartphone deals from the US, the UK, Germany and India
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] This week was pretty quiet, save for the Galaxy Unpacked event on Wednesday – there were a few other launches, but most companies gave Samsung a wide berth. So, of course, this week’s deals post features the new Galaxy S23 series (and we have a special deal for US buyers), but we found solid discounts on plenty of 2022 phones as well.Use the links below to jump to your region: USA The UK Germany India USASamsung launched the Galaxy S23 series this week and started taking pre-orders, shipping is scheduled for a couple of weeks from now (though some might...


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BLU G72 Max announced with Helio G37 and 5,000 mAh battery
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The US-based company BLU announced its latest smartphone dubbed G72 Max. Unfortunately, BLU hasn't shared any pricing or availability dates yet, but the specs clearly suggest a low price point.The device is built around a big 6.8-inch 90Hz IPS LCD panel with a modest 720 x 1600px resolution and runs on a MediaTek Helio G37 chipset. There's a single memory configuration - 4GB of RAM coupled with 128GB of expandable internal storage. We've seen quite a few 3GB/64GB options in supposedly the same price bracket, so kudos to BLU for that one.On the back of the device, you will find...


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Samsung cuts Galaxy S22 prices in India
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] As it's usually the case with older flagships, prices drop once their successors launch and that's what Samsung did in India for its Galaxy S22 smartphones. However, only the smallest of the S22 family can be purchased at a discounted price, whereas the Galaxy S22+ is discontinued, while the Ultra is selling at its usual price.The vanilla Galaxy S22 now goes for INR 57,999 starting price, while the 256GB option will set you back INR 61,999. Originally, these cost INR 72,999 and INR 76,999, but of course, those were launch prices from a year ago.Those are the official prices on...


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Samsung Galaxy S23 in for review
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] We’ve seen some great flagship smartphones over the last few years and the big-name brands are mostly playing the refinement game with their recent launches. Such is the case with the Galaxy S23 series from Samsung and we’re ready to take a quick look at the smallest member of the trio – the Galaxy S23 prior to our detailed review.Our review unit comes in the new Lavender color which is a really subtle mix of purple and pink. As expected, Galaxy S23 doesn’t look that different next to last year’s Galaxy S22. If both phones are face up, it’s hard to tell which one is...


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OnePlus 11 memory, storage, and color options for India revealed
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] OnePlus is announcing the OnePlus 11 for global markets, including India, on February 7. If you were wondering what RAM/storage versions it will be offered in for the Indian market, and in what colors, you're in luck, for today's leak is exactly about that.According to a well know tipster, the image you see below is a screengrab from the official OnePlus India website, of a page that isn't yet live for the public, but is being prepared for the launch on Tuesday.As you can see, this page clearly reveals that the OnePlus 11 will come in two RAM/storage versions, at least in India:...


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OnePlus Pad leaks in new official-looking image, has a camera protrusion you can't unsee
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The OnePlus Pad is expected to become official on February 7 at the same event where the OnePlus 11 is making its global debut. The tablet has so far been portrayed in some dark "speculative renders", and then the company itself teased it in late January.Today, courtesy of the always on point Evan Blass (a.k.a @evleaks) we get a better look at the upcoming device, through a newly leaked image that seems to be an official marketing render.That camera circle/island/bump/hump/protrusion... thing though - it's just something else, isn't it? Clearly OnePlus was aiming for unique design...


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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra in for review
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] We finally have the brand new Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra at the office and amid the craze of taking photos and videos of it, running benchmarks, snapping comparison shots with the previous Ultra, we thought we should also do an unboxing.The Galaxy S23 Ultra comes in a box with a SIM eject tool. That's it. No cables, no cases, no charger, just the phone and the tool. But at this point, you've probably got a few of the other necessities lying around and Samsung is doing its part to help the environment. In its efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, Samsung has scaled back on the use of...


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Honor Magic5 certification confirms 66W charging speed
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] We have another certification listing for the upcoming Honor Magic5 flagship which confirms the phone will bring 66W fast charging as per China’s 3C agency. The new listing for the Honor Magic5 (PGT-AN00) shows the device will support up to 66W wired charging (11V/6A) via its bundled charger. This is the same speed as its predecessor Magic4 while we expect the top-dog Magic5 Pro and Magic5 Ultimate models to up the ante to 100W or higher.Honor Magic5 certification on 3C databaseHonor is expected to debut its Magic5 lineup on February 27 at MWC Barcelona. Based on previous rumors...


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Google reports 10% YoY revenue growth with great momentum on Pixel devices and cloud subscriptions
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Alphabet posted its Q4 and FY 2022 earnings report earlier today and reported revenue earnings of $76 billion for the October-December 2022 period and $283 billion for the fiscal year. The Q4 figure is a mere 1% increase compared to Q4 2021 while the FY revenue figure saw a 10% gain. Net income/profit for Q4 2022 ($13.6 billion) is down 33% compared to Q4 21 to while the yearly figure dropped by 21% from $76 billion in 2021 to $60 billion in 2022.Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai commented that the company is “on an important journey to re-engineer our cost structure in a durable way and to...


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vivo X90 and X90 Pro's international rollout begins
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The vivo X90 series was announced in November 2022 in China, and today the company brings two of the phones to the international stage - the Dimensity 9200-powered vivo X90 and vivo X90 Pro.The X90 Pro+ isn't leaving China for now and it's unclear if that will ever change.vivo X90 ProThe vanilla X90 and X90 Pro share a lot of hardware - they have the same 6.78” 10-bit AMOLED screen with up to 120Hz refresh rate and 1260p resolution. They are almost the same size, and both have 120W fast charging over the wire. Another common trait is the Zeiss-tuned cameras.The X90 and X90...


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Apple's Q4 report: iPhone sales are down, but 2 billion active devices reached
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple posted its financial report on the last three months of 2023, which is the first quarter of its fiscal year. Total revenue and sales are down on a yearly basis as supply chain issues limited inventory. The company highlighted some of the positives in the bleak scenario - it now has 2 billion devices in active use and recorded an all-time high revenue in the Services business.The total sales for the three months ending on December 31, 2022, were $117.1 billion, while the same period twelve months ago saw $123.9 billion in sales. The net income of almost $30 billion is down 13%...


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Oppo Reno8 T 5G and Enco Air3 launch in India
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A day after its global launch, Oppo’s Reno8 T 5G is now available for pre-order in India starting at INR 29,999 for the 8/128GB trim. The phone will be available in Sunrise Gold and Midnight Black colors from Oppo India and partnering online and offline retailers. Open sales start on February 10.Oppo Reno8 T 5G in Sunrise Gold and Midnight Black colorsOppo is offering INR 2,000 discount exchange bonus and an INR 1,000 loyalty bonus for those trading in an Oppo phone via Cashify. ICICI Bank, SBI Cards, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Yes Bank, IDFC First Bank, One Card, AU Small Finance...


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OnePlus Ace 2 coming with a dedicated power management chip for its 5,000 mAh battery
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] OnePlus is launching the Ace 2 in China next week, as the Chinese doppelganger of the OnePlus 11R. Today, the company shared more details about the upcoming phone with a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset.In a series of posts on Weibo, OnePlus revealed the Ace 2 will come with an Oppo SuperVOOC S power management chip and will also have a custom display chip for improved image rendering and refresh rate, offloading some of the work from the Qualcomm SoC.The Ace 2 will also have a 5,000 mAh battery with 100W fast charging.OnePlus is advertising the new phone as a “three-chip...


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Sony Xperia 1 V image leaks, it might literally be the hottest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 device
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Sony's Xperia 1 V may or may not be made official at MWC in Barcelona at the end of this month. While we wait to see if that actually happens, let's enjoy the first leaked image purportedly showing the upcoming flagship smartphone.If you compare this camera island to the Xperia 1 IV's, you'll instantly notice that the ToF camera and the RGB IR sensor are gone. Thus, we're left with three big sensors (they look bigger than on the 1 IV), of which the lowest one houses a periscope camera. The LED flash has moved into the island in the upcoming model, whereas it was outside the island,...


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Twitter discontinues its free API access, paid version in the pipeline
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] In a new tweet from Twitter's developers' account, the company announced that it's closing its free API access starting February 9 - a week from now. A new paid basic tier will be available soon.Twitter is bleeding money each year and Elon Musk and his team are scrambling to save the social network from bankruptcy. This, in turn, means that some features on the platform will require a subscription in order to increase the revenue stream. The latest feature to take the hit is the free API access for developers.From February 9 onward, developers and companies that rely on Twitter's...


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Camera comparison: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Galaxy S22 Ultra
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If you hadn't managed to take a look at our ever-evolving hands-on with the Galaxy S23 Ultra, we've added an impromptu camera shootout to its predecessor, the Galaxy S22 Ultra. Here it is, cropped from that article in full.Now that we've had a few extra minutes with the new Galaxies, we decided to do a quick camera shootout between the new Ultra and the old one. We took a few snaps outside in well-lit conditions and inside in not-so-well-lit ones.This will be a quick side-by-side. You should wait for our detailed review where we'll do a deeper dive in all the Galaxy S23 Ultra's...


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vivo Y100 teased with three cameras
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The vivo Y100 appeared on Geekbench and Google Play Console, and earlier this week rumors suggested the new midranger will have a back that will change colors.The company released a teaser for the phone today, and confirmed it signed Indian actress Sara Ali Khan as “Chief Style Icon”. The shared images reveal the phone will have three cameras and at least two color options - Rose Gold and Blue.Are you ready to color your style? Stay tuned.​To know more, visit [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] #vivoY100 #ColorMyStyle #ComingSoon pic.twitter.com/L4AtKKnHC7— vivo India (@Vivo_India)...


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Tecno Phantom V Fold leaks in hands-on images
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Last month, Tecno showcased its Phantom Vision V rollable sliding screen phone concept and now we have our first look at another interesting device that’s much closer to a market release. Tecno Phantom V Fold is a more traditional book-style folding phone and we have a close look thanks to some leaked hands-on images.Tecno Phantom V Fold hands-onThe new images show Phantom V Fold brings a tall and narrow cover screen with a punch hole cutout. The back houses a sizeable camera bump with a trio of camera lenses and an LED flash. Tecno Phantom V Fold is said to launch later this...


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Sony sold 7.1 million PS 5 consoles in the final quarter of 2022, mobile division not doing so well
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Sony has finally resolved the supply issues for the PlayStation 5 and the proof is in the pudding – or rather its financial report for the last three months of 2022. The company sold 7.1 million PS5 consoles, a massive increase from the 3.9 million it managed a year prior.This boosted the Games & Network Services revenue to JPY 1,246 billion, up from JPY 813 billion for the same period in 2021 – a massive 53% increase. Even more telling is that the bulk of the sales came from hardware rather that digital content like the year ago quarter (game sales are up as well).In total,...


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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] OnePlus rounded off its busiest event yet with its first (mechanical) keyboard, and its latest TV, and both are coming to the Indian market later this year.Let's start with the former. The OnePlus Featuring Keyboard 81 Pro is the first device in the OnePlus Featuring brand, a new "co-creation platform", which in this case pairs OnePlus with popular keyboard maker Keychron.The OnePlus Featuring Keyboard 81 Pro is very similar to the Keychron Q1 Pro mechanical keyboard. It comes with, you guessed it, 81 keys, and a US layout. There's built-in RGB, while the casing is CNC-machined...


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OnePlus Buds Pro 2 review
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 are the company's second-generation premium wireless earbuds. The first-generation model was a decent attempt and a good overall product for the $149 asking price but was a letdown in terms of audio quality and noise cancellation.The Buds Pro 2 promise improvement across the board; better audio quality with a new dual-driver system tuned by Dynaudio, improved adaptive noise cancellation, and improved battery life. The new model also includes spatial audio with head tracking, which is all the rage these days.All of this comes at a slight premium, with the...


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OnePlus enters the tablet game with the OnePlus Pad
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] As expected OnePlus delivered its first tablet today, dubbed simply Pad.The new offering lands in the premium tablet segment with a Dimensity 9000 chipset, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB UFS 3.1 storage. It also carries a distinct design, so you'll never mistake it for another maker's slate. Upfront, the OnePlus Pad offers an unusual 7:5 aspect display - an aspect sitting between 3:2 and 4:3. It's an 11.61-inch 2800x2000px IPS LCD with a variable refresh rate that goes up to 144Hz.The panel reaches 500 nits and offers solid 1400:1 contrast. OnePlus says the thin bezels allow for a...


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OnePlus 11R launches in India with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 100W fast charging
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] OnePlus had a busy day – it announced the global launch of the OnePlus 11 and it unveiled the OnePlus Ace 2 for China. Actually, while the broadcast in India followed the global event for the most part, it continued on with an additional device, the 11R. This is the local name for the Ace 2.The OnePlus 11R is a follow-up to the 10R from last year, itself based on the original Ace. Just as the Ace never left China, the 10R never left India. As far as we know, the new 11R model will not be leaving the subcontinent either.OnePlus 11R with SD 8+ Gen 1, up to 16GB of RAM, 100W...


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OnePlus Ace 2, Buds Ace debut in China
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] OnePlus launched the OnePlus Ace in China last April, and today the company unveiled its successor, dubbed OnePlus Ace 2.The OnePlus Ace 2 is powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and runs Android 13-based ColorOS 13 out of the box. It comes with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage, but it doesn't have a microSD card slot for storage expansion.The OnePlus Ace 2 is built around a 6.74" 2,772x1,240-pixel AMOLED screen with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate (40Hz-120Hz). The display has a peak brightness of 1,450 nits with support for 1.07 billion colors and HDR10+. The...


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OnePlus 11 review
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The OnePlus 11 and Buds Pro 2 are now globally available
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The OnePlus 11 and the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 started their global journey today. The pair was unveiled in China back on January 4, so there are no surprises when it comes to their hardware, but let's do them over, just in case.The OnePlus 11 is the company's full-on flagship, now that the Pro monicker has been dropped. It features a 6.7-inch 1440x3216px Fluid AMOLED LTPO3 display with with adaptive 120Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 1300 nits.There's a 16MP selfie camera on the front. On the back, the OnePlus 11 has a 50MP f/1.8 24mm main camera (IMX890 - 1/1.56"), a 32MP...


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Watch the global OnePlus 11 and 11R launch
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] OnePlus is having an event today, announcing half a dozen products, including the global arrival of the OnePlus 11 flagship and the official unveiling of the OnePlus 11R.The launch is scheduled to begin at 14:00 GMT/15:00 CET/19:30 IST/9 AM EST. It will be livestreamed on YouTube, and you can tune in from the video below.The OnePlus 11 was already unveiled in China on January 4, along with the OnePlus Buds Pro 2. The global version of the flagship is expected with only one change - OxygenOS out of the box instead of ColorOS 13.OnePlus 11RThe OnePlus Pad is another new...


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Samsung Galaxy S23 series breaks pre-order records in India
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Last week Samsung announced its brand new Galaxy S23 series and despite the price hike, the company secured around 140,000 pre-orders in the first 24 hours in India. That's about twice the Galaxy S22 pre-orders from last year and it shows a strong demand for premium devices in the country and perhaps Samsung's pre-order deals and goodies tipped the scale in its favor.Samsung's spokesperson didn't reveal the pre-order distribution. The average selling price of a Galaxy S23 member is about INR 99,000 ($1,200), so that would make for $169 million in revenue.Samsung has recently...


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Xiaomi gives Civi 2 a Hello Kitty makeover
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Xiaomi unveiled the Civi 2 back in September as a selfie-centric smartphone. It has two front-facing cameras and two dual LED flashes embedded in the top bezel, and comes with four nice colors.Today, the company revealed a new version - Hello Kitty Special Limited Edition. It is already up for pre-order on the Xiaomi China website, but sadly, it will remain exclusive to the domestic scene.Xiaomi Civi 2The Xiaomi Civi 2 is the same on the inside - a Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset, 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. There are three cameras on the back, the main one with a 50MP Sony...


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Samsung moves workforce to 3nm chip production (UPDATED)
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] UPDATE: We received a note from the Samsung Electronics' Device Solutions Division that the chip maker will continue to handle requests from partners for legacy nodes. The full statement below:A recent report that Samsung is experiencing legacy node issues due to talent shortage for its foundry operations is groundless and not true.In addition to our industry-leading 3nm GAA process technology, legacy nodes are also an integral part of our foundry business and we will continue to cater to the various needs of our customers.Original story follows:Samsung is facing a shortage of...


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Realme X7 Max 5G gets Android 13-based Realme UI 4.0 stable update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Realme announced the Android 13-based Realme UI 4.0 open beta for the X7 Max 5G in December, and it seems the testing has gone smoothly since the company has announced the rollout of Realme UI 4.0's stable update for the X7 Max 5G.The stable Realme UI 4.0 is rolling with firmware version RMX3031_11.F.04, but you'll receive it on your X7 Max 5G only if it's running firmware RMX3031_11.C.16 or RMX3031_11.C.17.It's also worth mentioning that the update is rolling out to a limited number of users right now, and a broader rollout will commence by the end of February if no bugs are...


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Samsung Galaxy Buds2 update improves charging
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung's Galaxy Buds2 are due for another update, which has so far been rolling out in the company's home market of Korea. The new build is labeled R177XXU0AWA3, and it should make its way to other places very soon. It's a 3.06MB download, which, as usual with updates for Samsung's TWS earbuds, you get through the Galaxy Wearable app on your phone.The update improves the charging stability of the earbuds, and might also fix some unnamed bugs as they all generally tend to do.The Galaxy Buds2 have been out for a pretty long time at this point, and Samsung's event at the beginning...


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Leaked iQOO Neo 7 benchmarks showcase Dimensity 8200 performance
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The iQOO Neo 7 is expected to launch in India on February 16 and we got some new benchmark results for the device ahead of the big announcement. Based on info shared by MySmartPrice, the Dimensity 8200-powered Neo 7 managed a combined score of 862,438 points on AnTuTu with 206,755 points on the CPU test, 338,400 on the GPU test and 153,055 on the memory department. The iQOO Neo 7 will be the first phone to launch in India with MediaTek’s Dimensity 8200iQOO Neo 7 leaked AnTuTu scores (D8200) We also get a comparison to the Dimensity 8100 SoC (710,269 combined points) and the...


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The Nothing Phone (2) to be a premium offering, coming in Q3 this year
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] According to MySmartPrice, Nothing's upcoming Phone (2) will be a more premium offering than its predecessor. While the Nothing Phone (1) was a mid-ranger, the upcoming version of the phone will likely be a flagship or at least a "flagship killer" of sorts.The initial report points to a Snapdragon 8 series chipset running the show and since the device is expected to be announced in the second half of this year, it's possible that this would be the Plus version of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. Last year's Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 came out in the second half with an announcement in...


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Sir Ridley Scott used a Galaxy S23 Ultra to shoot a short film
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung released a short film on its YouTube channel. The film, titled 'Behold', is by Academy Award-winning director Sir Ridley Scott and was entirely filmed with the Galaxy S23 Ultra.The story is a little weird. It's about a man that's chased by an ill-meaning group of people. While hiding from them, he finds a horse, which he later frees. The film ends with a few poignant but ultimately positive sentiments. Here it is in full.The entire film is shot using the Galaxy S23 Ultra, but there was a fair number of professional equipment used to aid the phone. The footage is naturally...


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Exynos 2400 chipset reportedly coming with 10-core CPU
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung released the Galaxy S23 series last week, which all have Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipsets. The Korean maker did not launch its own Exynos platform for the flagships, but it is still working on one, according to the latest rumors.Ice Universe, known for their accurate info about Samsung products, revealed there is an Exynos 2400 in the pipelines. The CPU of the chipset will move on from the octa-core architecture and will have 10 cores - 1x Cortex-X4 + 2x Cortex-A720 (higher frequency) + 3x Cortex-A720 (lower frequency) + 4x Cortex-520.Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, and...


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Poco X5 Pro review
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Xiaomi unveils Poco X5 Pro with Snapdragon 778G, Poco X5 joins
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Poco X series typically delivers a high refresh rate screen, a large, fast-charging battery and a value for money chipset (leaving flagship performance to the F-phones). The X5 series checks all those boxes and while the camera is rarely the focus, the new Pro model flaunts a 108MP sensor. This time around there is a vanilla phone too, but we’ll get to it.The Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro is a direct successor to the X4 Pro from around this time last year. The chassis has been slimmed down, in fact, at 7.9mm it is the thinnest X-phone yet (and third thinnest in the Poco family, beaten only by a...


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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Samsung Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A34 are coming soon. Their predecessors launched in March and April, respectively, and also the rumors and leaks have been arriving at a mounting pace.Now, we can add the price ranges for both phones when they eventually go on sale in Europe. Per Appuals, the Galaxy A34's 6/128GB variant will range between €410 and €430, while the 8/256GB Galaxy A34 will be between €470 and €490. For reference, the Galaxy A33 5G started at €370.The Galaxy A54's 8/128GB entry-level trim will be €530-€550, while its topmost config of 8/256GB will sell for around...


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GSMArena labs: We are launching a 3D size comparison tool
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] For years now we have felt the need for way to compare the relative sizes of different phones. We looked into making tool with static images, but that never seemed like the right solution. Instead, we worked with our partners at Binkies 3D to build on the 3D viewer we launched a few years ago to let you view two phones side by side and examine them from all angles.You can pick from a list of over 700 (and growing) phones and view them side-by-side with another phone. Just use our regular compare feature, putting the iPhone 14 Pro and Galaxy S23 side by side, for example, and you will see...


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Rumor: the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus will have a new camera bump
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Here's a wild rumor regarding the iPhone 15 lineup. Per ShrimpApplePro on Twitter, the iPhone 15 models (read the non-Pros) will have a new camera bump. The insider doesn't go into further detail, spurring a lively debate in the comments.Should the rumor pan out, the new bump could signify a few different things. One rumor has it the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus will get the 48MP camera of the current Pros, which could result in a different camera bump. Another reason for a new bump could be the rumored change in design to a rounded back.Don’t quote me on this but New camera bump....


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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra battery life and charging speed results
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] We're adding the finishing touches to our review of the Galaxy S23 Ultra. But in the meantime, we know all of you want to know just how good the battery life is, thanks to the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. Well, we'll tell you.We'll lay the numbers here, but the review will still be a deeper dive.The Galaxy S23 Ultra beats the endurance rating of its predecessor by 18 hours. But, arguably more importantly, the new phone beats its predecessor in each of our onscreen tests as well - it achieved 4 hours more in web browsing, and 5 hours more in video runtime. Those are impressive...


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Lava Blaze 5G gets a 6GB RAM version
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Lava introduced the Blaze 5G last year and at the time it was the cheapest 5G smartphone in the country. It arrived with 4GB RAM, and today the company revealed it is launching a more powerful version.The new Lava Blaze 5G comes with 6GB RAM and is already listed on Amazon for INR11,499 ($140) introductory price that will later increase to INR11,999 ($145).The Blaze 5G has a 6.5” LCD with a waterdrop notch and 720p resolution, as well as 90 Hz refresh rate. It is powered by a Dimensity 700 chipset, while the RAM can be extended with so-called “virtual RAM” that borrows memory...


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Meizu 20 Pro leaks in new live image
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Meizu is launching its flagship 20 series later this Spring and we finally have a real hands-on image that reveals the Meizu 20 Pro. The image shows out the rear of the device which sports a curved back and a prominent camera island with at least three visible camera modules.Meizu 20 Pro leaked imageThe top part of the camera island has an inscribed 1” type Sony 50MP sensor marking which is presumably the Sony IMX989 that’s also used on the Xiaomi 12S Ultra and Xiaomi 13 Pro. We can also see a prominent black bar along the bottom of the camera island though there’s no info on...


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Realme 10 Pro Coca-Cola Edition arrives with refreshing design and rich retail box
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Realme 10 Pro Coca-Cola Edition made its official debut today. This special version comes with a new design dedicated to the popular fizzy drinks brand, rich retail box, and a unique theme with plenty of deep customizations. There are only 1,000 units of this phone, coming with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage for INR20,999 (about $255/€240).The deluxe box set includes the phone with the Coca-Cola themed back, a pin in the form of a bottle cap, plenty of stickers, a card with the unique number from 0001 to 1000 and a lovely figurine of Realme’s mascot Realmeow.The phone features a...


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Disney and Yahoo are also cutting jobs as a cost-saving measure
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The tech world is bracing for a rough patch with a decline in sales and income, and companies left, and right are cutting jobs as a cost-saving measure.Twitter, Facebook’s parent company Meta, Amazon, Google, and Microsoft all announced layoffs, and now Disney and Yahoo also issued similar announcements.Disney’s CEO Robert Iger revealed 7,000 people would be cut as part of a “significant transformation”, while Yahoo will cut 20% of its workforce, which is about 1,700 people - of them, 1,000 will part ways as early as next week.Disney employs 220,000 people, 166,000 in the...


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Unlocked Samsung Galaxy A51 5G is receiving Android 13-based One UI 5.0 in the US
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung began rolling out the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 stable update for the Galaxy A51 5G last year, which is now seeding for the unlocked Galaxy A51 5G units in the US.The update comes with firmware version A516U1UEU8FWA4 and brings the usual One UI 5.0 goodies to the Galaxy A51 5G. You can read our One UI 5.0 review to learn more about it.However, instead of the February 2023 Android security patch, the One UI 5.0 update comes with the dated December 2022 security patch.That said, if you live in the US and haven't received the One UI 5.0 update on your unlocked Samsung...


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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra gets subjected to another durability test
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Mere hours ago, we brought you a video 'durability test' of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, and here we are now back again with another video... another 'durability test' video, that is. Don't worry, we haven't gone insane - it's not the same video. This one is from the veteran of smartphone durability testing, Zack from JerryRigEverything.He's the one who practically invented this format, so here's his take on Samsung's latest and greatest, and how well it can withstand various stresses.In case you couldn't watch for whatever reason, we'll try to sum up the video's main points for...


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Samsung Galaxy S23+ review
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Android 14 developer preview 1 released
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google released the first developer preview of Android 14 and it brings our first-ever look into the next version of the OS. We also get to see a fresh new logo design that looks to be inspired by NASA space mission patches. Android 14 will focus on optimizing background processing to ensure optimal resource consumption and improved battery life.The new OS version is made with tablets and foldables in mind. Google says Android 14 “builds on the work done in Android 12L and Android 13 to support tablets and foldable form factors” meaning we can expect even more optimizations for big...


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Samsung and SKT unveil Galaxy S23 Ultra BMW M Edition in South Korea
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Last year Samsung launched an exclusive Galaxy S22 Ultra Mercedes Benz edition, this year the company has partnered with another German carmaker, BMW, to create the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra BMW M Edition.The company won’t be stepping on iQOO’s toes, however, as the exclusive edition will only be available in South Korea and only 1,000 units will be made. Locals can pre-order one (link to SK Telecom’s online store) until February 13 at a price of KRW 1,727,000 for a 12/512GB unit. For comparison, the same memory capacity on a regular S23 Ultra costs KRW 1,600,400 (not including some...


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Qualcomm is reportedly testing 10" tablets with the upcoming chipset with Oryon CPU
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Qualcomm is apparently testing its Snapdragon 8cx Gen 4 chipset, aka SC8380, inside a development device with a 10” display. This indicates that the chipset will be aimed towards 10” (or larger) tablets and probably some 2-in-1 tablets and even Windows on ARM laptops too. Microsoft might even have another go at a Surface Neo type device with dual screens.These, of course, will be going up against Apple’s iPads with M-series chipsets and MacBook Airs. Which is fitting since the chipset and its Oryon CPU cores were designed by Nuvia, a company formed by former Apple employees that worked on...


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Twitter Blue expands to India, Brazil and more, increases tweet limit to 4,000 characters
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra undergoes durability test and teardown
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If you’ve been wondering how the brand new Galaxy S23 Ultra fares in terms of durability and if it’s easier to repair than its predecessors, PBKreviews has you covered. The latest durability and teardown videos show just how durable the new phone is and what it looks like on the inside.Starting with the durability test, the phone retains its full functionality after a three-minute water submersion showcasing its full IP68 glory. The Gorilla Glass Victus 2 screen survives coin scratches just fine. Going at the screen with some Mohs mineral picks shows scratches at level 8 and deeper...


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Realme V30 and Realme V30t appear on company website
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The world of mobile technology is looking at the Realme GT Neo5 today, as it is the phone with 240W fast charging. Meanwhile, the company silently posted the Realme V30 and Realme V30t on its website with prices, even if still unavailable for ordering.Both have the same landing page, so it's unclear what the t version brings to justify its slightly higher price.The Realme V30 will come with a Dimensity 700 chipset and up to 8GB RAM. Storage is 128GB and again is identical on the the V30 and V30t.The 6.5” LCD has 720p resolution and a waterdrop notch for the 5MP selfie camera....


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Realme GT3 to arrive this month with 240W charging support
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Today Realme announced the GT Neo 5 duo in China and one of the versions comes with whopping 240W charging speed. That's the world's fastest yet and Realme confirmed that it's coming to the global market as soon as this month.However, the phone to bring the new technology outside China is going to be the Realme GT3 instead of the Neo 5. It's possible that the company may simply rebrand the phone, but so far that hasn't happened between the Neo and the main GT series, so the overseas markets may well be getting a different device.To allow 240W charging, the company designed a...


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Realme GT Neo 5 debuts with 150W and 240W charging versions
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Realme launched the GT Neo 5 with 240W fast charging today, making it the smartphone with the fastest charging rate on the market. The GT Neo 5 also has a variant with 150W charging and slightly bigger battery and both editions share the unique design with a glowing rectangle on the back.Realme GT Neo 5 is powered by a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset. The 240W version has 16GB RAM and either 256GB or 1TB storage. The GT Neo 5 150W can be purchased with either 8GB, 12GB, or 16GB RAM, while storage is always 256GB.The phone is built around a 6.74” 10-bit AMOLED screen with 144Hz...


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vivo V27 Pro and V27e spotted on Google Play Console
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The vivo V27 series is expected to launch in India later this month with three models – the V27, V27 Pro and V27e. The latter two have now appeared in listings on Google Play Console ahead of their launch.vivo V27 Pro listing on Google Play Consolevivo V27 Pro (V2230) brings a 1080x2400px display and will be equipped with the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 chipset and 8GB RAM. The listing also confirms the phone is running on Android 13. The vivo V27e (V2230) also packs a 1080x2400px display and utilizes MediaTek’s Helio G99 chipset alongside 8GB RAM. Android 13 is also present...


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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Vivo has confirmed the existence of the V27 series, though it kept the timing of the launch vague. The phones will be available in India soon and will be sold through Flipkart, which already has a landing page (which can also be seen on vivo.com).The announcement comes with a couple of images showing the upcoming phones. Last time around, only the V25 Pro had a curved display, the vanilla V25 and the V25e had flat displays. This year we think that both the V27 and V27 Pro will go curved.vivo V27 teaser imagesThe V27 Pro and V27e recently showed up on the Google Play Console,...


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The Honor Magic5 Pro snaps Guinness record-breaking moment with its AI camera
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Honor linked up with the official Guinness World Records to snap a successful attempt at doing the highest between-the-legs slam dunk.Poland's Piotr Grabowski achieved the feet at a facility in London on January 2023, and Honor was there with the upcoming Honor Magic5 Pro flagship to capture it. Honor says the Magic5 Pro used an AI feature on its camera.Capturing the record-breaking moment - click for larger imageWe could take some details from this shot below, which Honor used to substantiate that it was the Magic5 Pro that snapped the pic. It has five shooting ranges - 0.5x...


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Weekly deals: the best smartphone deals from the UK, Germany, the US, Canada and the Netherlands
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] This week Samsung starts shipping its Galaxy S23 smartphone flagships and the new Galaxy Book3 series of laptops, both series feature heavily in this week’s deals. Meanwhile, the prices of the Pixel 7 duo has fallen to well below what the S23 cost so the Pixel experience is alluringly cheaper.Use the links below to jump straight to your region: Germany The UK USA Canada The Netherlands UKAmazon has bundled Samsung’s new S23 phones with a free pair of Galaxy Buds2 and a free Clear Slim Case. Also, the phones come with three years warranty. Like...


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CR: iPhone 14 Pro Max BoM is $464, nearly 4% more than 13 Pro Max
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The latest report from Counterpoint Research estimates the blended bill of materials (BoM) on the baseline 128GB iPhone 14 Pro Max at $464 average. The figure is a mere 3.7% more than the BoM of the iPhone 13 Pro Max with the new Apple-designed chipset, AOD display, and 48MP main camera marked as the main drivers of cost.The mmWave model meant for the US market is estimated to cost $474 while the sub-6Ghz version sold in other markets is estimated to cost $454. For reference, the US MSRP of the 128GB iPhone 14 Pro Max is $1,099.iPhone 14 Pro Max BoM share comapred to 13 Pro...


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MediaTek Helio G36 announced - G37 with 100MHz lower CPU clock
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The latest entry-level chipset from MediaTek is here with the Helio G36. For most intents and purposes it’s a rebranded Helio G37 with a 100Mhz clock reduction on its Cortex-A53 cores which now operate at 2.2GHz instead of 2.3GHz. The rest of the provided specs show no difference between the old chip and the newly released one.The MediaTek Helio G36 is expected to debut on a budget gaming phone set to launch in India soon. Last year’s Helio G37 debuted on the Moto G22 but there’s no indication which maker will debut the newer Helio G36.Source


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Samsung now seeding OneUI 5.1 update to the Z Flip4, Fold4 and S22 series
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] That took shorter than expected! Samsung is rolling out the OneUI 5.1 update to the Galaxy S22 series, the Galaxy Z Fold4, and the Galaxy Z Flip4 right now. Earlier today we reported that the update is coming next week but some units (including our own here at HQ) are being updated right now.Here's a snippet of our earlier report: One UI 5.1 brings new widgets, Expert RAW mode, improvements to the gallery, connectivity, DeX mode and more. You can check out our Galaxy S23 Ultra review to read more about the new One UI 5.1 features. Based on speculations, One UI 5.1 will arrive to...


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One UI 5.1 update coming to older Samsung flagships next week, carrier says
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Canadian MVNO carrier Fido revealed a preliminary One UI 5.1 update schedule for older Samsung flagships on its network. The Galaxy S22 series, Galaxy Z Fold4, Galaxy Z Flip4 are scheduled to receive the big Android 13-based update on February 22. The carriers specific update also includes a February SMR (Security Maintenance Release) patch.Galaxy S22 series phones are getting updated to One UI 5.1 on February 22Galaxy Z Fold4, Z Flip4 are getting the One UI 5.1 update next weekOne UI 5.1 brings new widgets, Expert RAW mode, improvements to the gallery, connectivity, DeX mode...


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Top 10 trending phones of week 6
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] After a dominant performance by the Samsung Galaxy S23 series in its launch week this week sees a bit more diverse trending chart. The S23 Ultra is still on top, but newly announced Poco X5 Pro claimed second ahead of the Galaxy S23.The OnePlus 11 capitalized on its global debut to capture fourth and edge the Galaxy S23+, which is down to fifth now.The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max gains a spot to place sixth, followed by the Galaxy A53 in seventh.The other half of Poco's new duo - the X5 - places eight, while the Galaxy S22 Ultra has slipped to ninth.The final spot goes to the Oppo...


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Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra hands-on
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung unveiled the much-awaited Galaxy S23 series smartphones earlier this month at the Galaxy Unpacked event alongside the Galaxy Book3 series laptops, including the Galaxy Book3 360, Galaxy Book3 Pro, Galaxy Book3 Pro 360, and Galaxy Book3 Ultra. The Galaxy Book3 Ultra is the flagship in the lineup and we had the chance to spend some quality time with it at the Samsung Opera House in Bengaluru, India so here are some impressions of Samsung's most ambitious laptop yet.The Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra is 16.5mm thick and weighs 1.79 kg. It has a sleek design and comes in a full aluminum...


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Week 6 in review: Xiaomi 13 series incoming, OnePlus 11, Poco X5 series official
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] This week saw a few interesting announcements. Our hottest story of the week was Xiaomi's confirmation that the Xiaomi 13 series is launching globally on February 26 at the Mobile World Congress. That means the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered Xiaomi 13 Pro and Xiaomi 13 are coming to a store, possibly, near you.Xiaomi unveiled the Poco X5 Pro alongside the Poco X5. The Pro brings a Snapdragon 778G SoC, a 6.67-inch 1080p AMOLED with 120Hz refresh rate, a 108MP main camera, and a 5,000mAh battery with 67W charging. The Poco X5 has a Snapdragon 695, a 6.67-inch 1080p 120Hz AMOLED, a 48MP main...


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Weekly poll: Poco X5 and X5 Pro - hot or not?
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Poco refreshed its X-series this week, launching two models this time around – vanilla and Pro. The latter got a chipset much more suitable to its Pro moniker along with a higher quality display and main image sensor.The Poco X5 Pro is the slimmest phone in the series at 7.9mm. It is powered by the Snapdragon 778G and is launching globally at $300/€300 for a 6/128GB unit, $250/€250 if you manage to catch the early bird offer.The Poco X5 sticks to the Snapdragon 695 chip that was used in the X4 Pro and downgrades the camera from 108MP to 48MP. As we mentioned, the new Pro gets...


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Chinese OnePlus 11 units are apparently region-locked
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The OnePlus 11 is currently a hot ticket item, and it’s no wonder people have been sourcing units from wherever they can. This is what led to a discovery on the Russian 4PDA forum and a further investigation into what seems to be a region-locked OnePlus 11 unit.Said phone came from China and worked just fine for about two weeks, after which it popped-up a message that roughly translates to : “You are using a region-customized phone. Its calling functions are restricted in your region. Please contact customer service for support.”. After this, the phone restricted its calling...


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Flashback: the Samsung Galaxy Note10 Lite offered the S Pen experience on the cheap
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung has the best implementation of a stylus for smartphones – not that there is much competition – but it comes at a price. Previously, it was only available on Galaxy Note phones, which at the time were Samsung’s most expensive handsets. These days it is available with the Galaxy S Ultra and Z Fold models, along with the premium Galaxy Tab S models, none of which are cheap (some Galaxy Book laptops support it too).There was one exception in early 2020 – the Samsung Galaxy Note10 Lite. It was unveiled on the same day as the S10 Lite which we covered last time and it shared some...


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Weekly poll results: the Samsung Galaxy S23 lineup is off to a flying start
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Galaxy S23 pre-orders end next week as Samsung transitions into regular sales on Friday. Judging by last week’s poll, many of you won’t wait until the 17th to get one – the S23 series is off to a strong start.Two things happened in Europe this generation – local units finally ship with Snapdragon instead of Exynos but Samsung raised the prices. India got Snapdragon last year too but prices prices are higher for the S23 and S23 Ultra (the plus model is actually a tad cheaper).Samsung Galaxy S23 series infographicsWas the pricing an issue? Voters were sensitive about the...


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Here’s what the vivo Y100 looks like
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The vivo Y100 has been popping up in the rumor mill lately. It was already spotted on the Google Play Console and in a GeekBench listing, as well as an official vivo teaser. Now we get to see what the phone looks like in some live photos.vivo Y100 live photosAs per previous rumors, the vivo Y100 will be available in two colors - Rose Gold and Blue. We clearly see the latter here. Though, it should be noted that sources claim both color options will actually be able to color-shift in some fashion. We also get to see the phone’s triple-camera system on the back. Unfortunately,...


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Samsung Galaxy A14 4G appears on NBTC, Galaxy M54 5G inches closer to launch with Bluetooth certification
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung unveiled the Galaxy A14 5G earlier last month, but the company is also planning to launch a 4G version that has popped up on Thailand's NBTC.The Samsung Galaxy A14 4G is listed on the Thai certifying authority's website with model designation SM-A145F/DSN, where "DS" denotes dual-SIM support. However, the NBTC listing doesn't reveal any specs of the Galaxy A14 4G.Samsung Galaxy A14 4G on NBTCAnother smartphone Samsung is expected to unveil is the Galaxy M54 5G. We've been hearing about it for the past few months, and while there's no word from Samsung about it, the...


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vivo X90 Pro benchmarks - Dimensity 9200 examined
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Following up on our in for review article, it’s time we bring you a closer look at the vivo X90 Pro and its benchmark scores. This is the first MediaTek Dimensity 9200 phone we’ve had our hands on and we were curious to see how it stacks up to the competition.Like the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, MediaTek's Dimensity 9200 utilizes the ARM Cortex-X3 boasting a prime core clocked at 3.05 Ghz (compared to 3.2GHz on the SD G2) and based on the ARMv9 architecture. The remaining cores are as follows: 3x Arm Cortex-A715 performance cores clocked at 2.85GHz and 4x Arm Cortex-A510 efficiency...


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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra review
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Oppo is looking for ambassadors to test the Find N2 Flip, will be giving away the phones
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Oppo Find N2 Flip unveiled last December in China will make its global debut on February 15, and the brand is looking for Oppo Product Ambassadors to test this foldable smartphone.Those interested in getting early access to the Find N2 Flip, and keeping it, can fill out the Oppo Product Ambassador application here with the required information. Oppo is accepting applications until 11:59PM (GMT+8), March 10, 2023. If selected, you will receive the Find N2 Flip for testing. You can read more about the Oppo Product Ambassadors Program here.Do you want to be part of the...


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Nokia G22 pops up on GeekBench
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A mysterious, unannounced Nokia G22 phone was recently spotted in the GeekBench database. We still don’t have a lot of detail on the phone, but what is available doesn’t seem like a major upgrade over the existing Nokia G21.Nokia G22 GeekBench resultGeekBench reports pretty low single and multi-core scores from an unnamed Unisoc chipset. An 8-core unit, clocked at 1.61GHz, our bet would be that it is actually the exact same Unisoc T606 as found in the Nokia G21.While the chipset might be carried forward, at least GeekBench reports that the G22 is rocking 4GB of RAM, which...


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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A month ago the Nothing Phone (1) received its second Android 13 beta but now the testing period is over. Nothing OS 1.5.2 is already rolling out and it includes a stable build of Android 13 a swell as the January 2023 security patch.Note that Nothing is yet to detail the rollout schedule for this stable release. Right now it looks like only participants in the beta program are getting the new version. That said, unless unexpected issues crop up, the release should expand to cover all Nothing Phone users.If you were on the latest public beta, this will be a fairly small update that...


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Samsung patents smartwatch with built-in projector
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung was one of the first brands to release a smartphone with a built-in projector over a decade ago and a new patent filing suggests the brand is looking to expand that functionality to its warbles. A Samsung Galaxy watch with a built-in projector emerged in a patent filing showing a concept device that can beam information from the outer side of its housing onto the back side of the user's hand.Based on the patent description, the projector bit incorporates several lenses and LED emitters lined up in an arc form. It will be able to mirror the main screen and project images and...


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Price for the vivo V27 Pro leaks, expect a small increase over the V25 Pro
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The vivo V27 and V27 Pro will launch in India soon, the V27e is rumored to come later. vivo, of course, has not announced the prices of any of these models yet, but a new leak may have just revealed how much the Pro will cost.The vivo V27 Pro will have an MSRP of ₹42,000, according to industry sources speaking to PriceBaba. This means that once the usual launch discounts are applied, the phone should be just under ₹40,000.This would be for the base 8/128GB model, a 256GB option is expected as well. The phone is powered by the Dimensity 8200 as we’ve seen from the Google Play Console...


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Design details of Tecno's Phantom V Fold leak along with an official-looking image
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Phantom, the premium sub-brand of Tecno, is quite young but it is very ambitious – it is already preparing to launch its first foldable phone at this years MWC (which kicks off later this month). The device, dubbed the Tecno Phantom V Fold, has leaked several times, including on video.Now an insider speaking to GizChina has added some info on just what it was that we saw in those leaks. Phantom (and Tecno in general) likes to develop things in house and that includes the hinge of the foldable.The Phantom V Fold has a “reverse snap structure”, a design that will improve the structural...


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Oppo Reno10 series specs leak
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Oppo Reno10 series is due to launch soon and tipster DigitalChatStation went ahead and revealed some rumored specs for the upcoming lineup on Weibo. The standard Reno10 will reportedly feature a 6.7-inch OLED display with FHD+ resolution, a 2x portrait lens on its back and a 32MP selfie cam up front.Oppo Reno10 Pro+ schematicThe high-configuration model, presumably called Reno10 Pro+ will feature a nicer 1.5K (1220 x 2712 px) resolution display, a 50MP Sony IMX890 main camera sensor and an additional periscope lens which is not that common in the midrange segment. The Pro+...


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Huawei Watch Buds 2-in-1 smartwatch launches in Europe, sales begin March 1
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Huawei Watch Buds 2-in-1 smartwatch unveiled last December in China made its debut in Europe today. It's priced at €499 with actual sales starting March 1. However, those who pre-book the Watch Buds through Huawei's official website by paying €30 will get a €30 discount. That means the Huawei Watch Buds will effectively cost €469 to those who pre-order it now, and they will also get a Huawei Scale 3 for free with their purchase.In the UK, the Huawei Watch Buds is priced at £449.99, and you can reserve your unit with a £30 deposit via Huawei's UK website, which brings down its...


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vivo Y100 debuts with 90Hz AMOLED screen, Dimensity 900
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The latest Y-series phone from vivo is now official with the announcement of the vivo Y100 in India. The phone brings a 6.38-inch AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The panel supports up to 1,300 nits peak brightness and covers the DCI-P3 color gamut.The backs of the Pacific Blue and Twilight Gold vivo Y100 variants bring a color-changing Fluorite AG glass which allows it to shift color when hit by UV light. The back also houses a 64 MP main camera with OIS as well as a 2MP macro cam and a 2MP depth module.MediaTek’s Dimensity 900 system on a chip...


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Latest Pixel Buds Pro update reveals Head tracking is coming
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] With the January update, Google brought native support for Spatial Audio to the Google Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 7, and 7 Pro. This adds directional filters to sound and simulates a surround sound experience when listening to music or watching content from supported apps. Now, the latest update of the Google Pixel Buds app brings a hidden menu called “Spatial Audio”.The menu, discovered by 9to5Google contains toggles to enable Spatial Audio and Head Tracking features. There’s also a demo built right into the app’s settings to preview what enabling the feature sounds like. A...


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ZTE Nubia Pad 3D coming at February 28 MWC event
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] ZTE will be at MWC to demonstrate 5G technologies and unveil its latest mobile devices. The company just revealed on social media it will introduce a tablet called Nubia Pad 3D, which will offer3D effects without the need for special glasses.The event is scheduled for February 28 at 3PM local time (CET), and ZTE will showcase the device at its booth in Hall 3 of Fira Gran Via in Barcelona. According to the post on Weibo, it will be the world’s first AI technology for images in all three dimensions to the viewer.Our understanding is that the engine will track your eyes and simulate...


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Samsung Galaxy S23 FE rumored to launch in H2 2023
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung decided to skip out on the Galaxy S22 FE last year due to ongoing chip shortage and increased demand for its flagship Galaxy S22 Ultra. A new report from South Korean news outlet The Elec suggests the Fan Edition series is due for a return in 2023 with the Galaxy S23 FE launching around the August/September period.The Galaxy FE series garnered popularity with the Galaxy S20 FE back in 2020 with over 10 million shipments that year alone. Following up such a well-received device is hard and the Galaxy S21 FE did not do so well which made Samsung reconsider its FE lineup releases...


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MediaTek announces Dimensity 7200: its first 4nm midrange chipset
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] MediaTek has announced the latest addition to its chipset lineup dubbed Dimensity 7200. It’s based on the same 2nd Gen TSMC 4nm process as the high-end Dimensity 9200 and features 5G support, game optimizations, and high battery efficiency.The octa-core CPU has two ARM Cortex-A715 performance cores clocked at up to 2.8GHz, and six Cortex-A510 efficiency cores. In raw performance, the Dimensity 7200 scores just above Snapdragon 7 Gen1 in Geekbench results, as per MediaTek. The graphics unit is a quad-core ARM Mali G610 that scores between 100-120fps on the Manhattan GFX benchmark...


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Qualcomm introduces Snapdragon X75 and X72 modems for future 5G
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Qualcomm announced its latest Snapdragon X75 modem for vehicles, PCs, Industrial IoT, and Snapdragon X72 modem for mobile devices. Both are ready to support 5G Advanced, called by the San Diego company “the next phase of 5G”.The modems have 10-carrier aggregation and support 10 Gbps downlink in both Wi-Fi 7 and 5G.Qualcomm’s 6th-gen modem-to-antenna solution uses a new architecture and brings a new QTM565 mmWave antenna module that reduces cost, board complexity, hardware footprint, and energy consumption. The battery life is further extended by Qualcomm 5G PowerSave Gen 4 and...


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iQOO Neo 7 unveiled with Dimensity 8200 chipset, 6.78" 120Hz display
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The iQOO Neo 7 family has three members already, now comes a fourth. Well, sort of, the new models is virtually identical to the iQOO Neo7 SE, which was unveiled in early December last year.The iQOO Neo 7 combines a Dimensity 8200, a large 6.78” 120Hz display and a fast-charging 5,000mAh battery. Its design goes retro and draws inspiration from the 8-bit gaming era and Polaroid cameras, though it is more of a gaming phone than a camera phone.To that end the Dimensity 8200, a 4nm chipset, brings a Mali-G610 MC6 GPU and support for high refresh rate displays. The CPU has four...


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Realme GT3 240W design revealed ahead of MWC debut, points to rebadged GT Neo 5
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Realme announced it will unveil the Realme GT3 with 240W charging on February 28 yesterday without divulging anything else about the smartphone. The Realme GT3 240W was confirmed to match the GT Neo5 240W charring speed, currently exclusive to China. Now Realme has shared a teaser of the design suggesting the similarities between the two won't end there.Realme posted an image of the GT3 240W on Twitter, which looks like the black color model of the GT Neo5. It has three cameras on the rear with an RGB LED rectangle. There's also a text that confirms the smartphone is powered by the...


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Watch the iQOO Neo 7 announcement live
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Following a lengthy teaser campaign, the iQOO Neo 7 is finally set to arrive today and we’ve saved you a spot for the launch event. The stream starts at 12PM IST time. Open sales for the device are expected to start at 1PM via Amazon India.Based on the most up-to-date rumors, iQOO Neo 7 5G will bring a 6.78-inch AMOLED screen with FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The device will be equipped with MediaTek’s Dimensity 8200 chipset, 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 128GB UFS 3.1 storage. We’re also expecting a 120W FlashCharge capable of delivering a 0-50% charge in 10 minutes.


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Poco C55 officially teased for India just as a live image leaks
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Poco's entry-level C-line is getting ready to welcome a new member in the form of the Poco C55. Poco's official Twitter account for India has today started teasing the upcoming device, promising, as you can see, that it delivers "Speed and swag".Now sure, that might just sound like run of the mill marketing speak, but it's a bit more than that. "Avoid cases"? "Good looks"?????how stopper????ro performance????ndless gaming????ntertainment unlimited????oesn't stop here????????????????how off????alk with confidence????void cases????ood looksHold on to your seat, POCO C55 is coming soon. pic.twitter.com/E3QWGV7VBG— POCO...


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Apple's mixed reality headset to debut at WWDC in June, report says
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple's oft-rumored and not-yet-materialized mixed-reality headset is now said to be introduced in June, at the company's annual developer conference. The AR/VR headset has apparently been worked on since 2015! It was supposed to be unveiled in June 2022, before being pushed to January this year, then delayed again to "spring", only to now be pushed once more all the way to June.Of course, all of this information comes from unconfirmed rumors, so whether this number of delays actually took place internally at Cupertino only Apple really knows. Point is - it's been a long time coming, and...


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Qualcomm teams up with Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 team
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Exactly one year ago, Qualcomm signed a partnership with the Ferrari F1 team, but the chip maker's logo was absent from this year's Ferrari car that was unveiled yesterday. Today the explanation came as Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 unveiled its own 2023 car and confirmed Qualcomm is now one of its partners.The partnership aims to offer unique online and offline experiences. One would hope Qualcomm is cooking some immersive VR or non-VR racing experiences involving the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 team.Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E PERFORMANCE carIn addition, the tech company will help...


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Google improves in-app browsers, now they can share the screen with the app
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Many Android apps display web content within themselves – this keeps the user from bouncing back and forth between the app and the browser, for example, when tapping on a link in Gmail. One way to do this is to use the WebView component, but Google believes that Custom Tabs are the better solution and it has now made them even better with a couple of improvements.The first is Partial Custom Tabs. Instead of filling the whole screen, the web content can now only cover half, which improves the multitasking experience since you can still use the app (e.g. continue reading the email). You...


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Google is bringing a redesign to Gboard
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google’s keyboard app for Android is Gboard, and it has been the staple of messaging and typing on millions if not billions of devices out there. Now Android Police found out the app is being redesigned, and beta testers already got to see where the changes are.The major improvement visually is a revamped toolbar, allowing you to finally customize it with more than four options, and the voice search button can finally be removed.Gboard before and nowThe current circle with an arrow simply hides or reveals four customizable features. The button will change to include...


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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Welcome to another week's recap. Samsung published the reparability score of its as-of-yet-unannounced Galaxy A54 and it's a solid 8.4 out of 10. Great news for the many potential buyers of Samsung's bound-to-be-popular midranger.Even better news is the reported return of the Samsung Fan Edition phone. By Korean outlet The Elec, it appears Samsung will unveil a Galaxy S23 FE edition in the second half of the year. The report claims that Samsung will forgo the Galaxy A74 and focus on the Galaxy S23 FE.We got our first look at the iPhone 15 Pro thanks to leaked CAD schematics. They show...


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Weekly deals: the best smartphone deals from the UK, Germany, the US, Canada and the Netherlands
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung started regular sales of the Galaxy S23 series this week, so the pre-order bonuses are no longer available. But there are still plenty of good deals to choose from. Just like last week the Google Pixel phones offer a premium experience for less money than most flagships these days, for example.We also picked out a number of refurbished units – you don’t have to buy a brand new phone to get a premium experience. Use the links below to jump to the region that’s relevant to you: Germany The Netherlands The UK USA Canada India GermanyThe...


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Flashback: a look back at Wi-Fi's history
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] As the saying goes “home is where the Wi-Fi connects automatically”. As much focus as smartphone makers put on advertising the next-gen cellular connectivity of their phones, many of us spend most of the day connected to the Internet over Wi-Fi.Wi-Fi is certainly not the first method of transferring data between nearby devices wirelessly. Early PDAs used infrared, which allowed them to sync calendar appointments and email inboxes, for example. Infrared is directional, however, so to connect your PDA and PC you needed to aim at the IR adapter and keep still for several seconds. The easiest...


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Weekly poll: Realme GT Neo 5 has super fast charging and killer pricing, do you want one?
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Realme reclaimed the charge speed crown last week with the launch of the first phone to do 240W. Last year the company briefly held the title with the arrival of the GT Neo3 with a 150W charge system, but the progress made in a year means 150W is now the slow option.The Realme GT Neo 5 240W has a 4,600mAh battery, 100mAh larger than the GT Neo3 150W had last year. As for the 150W version of the GT Neo 5, that one is back up to the full 5,000mAh capacity that the 80W GT Neo3 had.This is amazing progress in a year and while it is still true that you lose battery capacity on phones...


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Weekly poll results: Poco X5 duo gets an okay start, the vanilla model more so than the Pro
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Some of you have already bought a Poco X5 Pro and leveraged the early bird pricing, though judging by last week’s poll the phone is just as likely to turn people away as it is to draw them in. Surprisingly, the vanilla X5 ended up the more popular option. What happened?At a glance: Poco X5 Pro and Poco X5Price and features is the short answer. For the former, the old Poco X4 Pro can be found for around the same price as the vanilla X5 and the old Pro is the better phone. The new Pro has some upgrades, but some downgrades too.The major upgrade is the Snapdragon 778G chipset,...


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Samsung Galaxy A14 5G in for review
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Say hello to the Galaxy A14 5G, the latest inductee in our review program.Let's do the unboxing before we hold introductions, shall we? Samsung ships the Galaxy A14 with a USB cable and a SIM tool. You'll have to spring for a charger or case yourself.The Galaxy A14 is a simple device that does the basics right and commands a reasonable price. It has a 6.6-inch 1080x2408px LCD of 90Hz refresh rate, a MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset with 4GB, 6GB, or 8GB of RAM.There's a 5,000mAh battery that should prove long-lasting, and a 50MP primary camera with an f/1.8 lens and PDAF.All...


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WhatsApp for iPhone gets Picture-in-Picture support for video calls
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Last December, WhatsApp announced Picture-in-Picture (PiP) support for video calls on iPhone, which was first available to beta users but is now rolling out to all users across the globe having an iPhone running iOS 12.0 or later.PiP support for video calls on WhatsApp for iPhone is rolling out with WhatsApp version 23.3.77, allowing users to multitask during a WhatsApp video call by minimizing the WhatsApp app.But that's not all. The new update now lets you add captions when sending documents. You can check the update's changelog below for more details. With support for...


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Poco F4 gets Android 13 update in India with Reliance Jio 5G support
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Poco released the Android 13-based MIUI 14 update for the Poco F4 last month in Europe, which is now rolling out in India as well.The update has firmware version V14.0.2.0.TLMINXM and brings support for Reliance Jio's 5G network to the Poco F4 in addition to the usual MIUI 14 goodies.Poco F4However, Poco is seeding the update for the beta users first to ensure stability and expects to commence full rollout in a week if no bugs are found.If you can't wait to get a taste of Android 13 and MIUI 14 on your Poco F4, you can enroll in the beta program. But remember that beta...


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nubia Neovision AR smart glasses are coming at MWC 2023
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] ZTE has announced that nubia's first AR smart glasses - dubbed nubia Neovision Glass - are coming at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2023, which begins on February 27 in Barcelona, Spain.ZTE shared an image revealing the nubia Neovision Glass' design, saying it's a "perfect combination of fashion and technology." The company also said that the smart glasses will offer an "ultimate audio-visual experience" with high-quality views and excellent sound. We'll hopefully know more about these in the days leading to MWC.In addition to the nubia Neovision Glass, ZTE will introduce the nubia...


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Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S22 series units are receiving One UI 5.1 in the US
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung released the Android 13-based One UI 5.1 stable update for the Galaxy S22 lineup earlier this week, and the rollout has now expanded to the unlocked S22 series smartphones in the US.The One UI 5.1 update is rolling for the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, and Galaxy S22 Ultra with firmware version S90xU1UEU2CWAI. It's currently available on Metro PCS, US Cellular, and T-Mobile's networks, and other carriers should have it in the next few days.Samsung Galaxy S22 UltraThe update comes with the usual One UI 5.1 goodies and bumps up the Android security patch level on the Galaxy S22...


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Samsung Galaxy S23+ drop tested
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Last week, we saw the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra take a pounding in PBKReviews drop and durability test. To no one’s surprise, the S23 Ultra shattered on the first drop from waist height. It was believed that the curved display of the S23 Ultra could be to blame for so shattering so easily and there was a hint of hope that the S23+, which has a flat glass display, may fare better.Samsung Galaxy S23+It didn’t quite turn out that way. Although the S23 Ultra uses Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the front and rear of the device, the S23+ is equipped with the same type of glass. Despite the flat...


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Samsung's Bixby is now available for kids
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Not only does Samsung's Bixby still exist, but it's gaining new features. That may sound shocking if you thought the Korean company's assistant software had been abandoned, or at least not being actively developed anymore.As it turns out, Bixby is very much still alive and kicking. And now available for kids! This exciting development comes courtesy of a new update, which is currently rolling out. After this is installed, the assistant will gain the ability to work with child accounts (for kids under 13).Children can ask Bixby questions, listen to stories, play music, and play...


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vivo V27 series global launch date revealed, specs teased
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] After several benchmark listings as well as a few official teasers, vivo finally confirmed the launch details for its upcoming V27 series phones. The V27 series is launching on March 1 in Indiavivo V27 Pro designThe new landing page for the phone also confirmed the V27 Pro will feature a curved screen and a Sony IMX 766V camera sensor with OIS. The Emerald Green and Magic Blue colors which will have color-changing backs. Based on a previous leak, the vivo V27 Pro will have an MSRP of INR 42,000 in India.The vanilla V27 model is expected to launch with the newly announced...


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Our Oppo Find N2 Flip video review is up
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Hey guys, our video review of the Oppo Find N2 Flip is out and ready for your viewing pleasure.We like the Find N2 Flip. It has the best battery among flip foldables, a great display, excellent gaming performance, and good cameras. Check out our video below.Our video does a fine job of condensing the our findings but here is the detailed written version if you want to take an even deeper dive.


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vivo Y56 5G announced with Dimensity 700 and 5,000mAh battery
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Just a day after the vivo Y100 made its debut, vivo India announced another member in its Y-series – the vivo Y56 5G. The device brings a Dimensity 700 chipset, a 6.58-inch FHD+ LCD screen and a 5,000 mAh battery.vivo Y56 in Black Engine and Orange ShimmerThe camera department brings a 50MP main shooter alongside a 2MP depth helper while the front house a 16MP selfie shooter. The Dimensity 700 SoC is joined by 8GB RAM and 128GB storage which is expandable via the microSD slot. The software side is covered by Funtouch OS 13 based on Android 13 while the 5,000 mAh battery supports...


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Poco C55's design and launch date officially revealed
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Poco recently teased the Poco C55, and today the company officially revealed its design and launch date - February 21. It will be launched in India next Tuesday at noon IST and will be sold through Flipkart.The teasers by Poco reveal the Poco C55 will have a faux leather back panel with an island spanning the width of the smartphone. It houses two cameras, an LED flash, and a fingerprint reader. It also sports the Poco logo.Experience Speed and Swag the way it was meant to be with the #POCOC55.Dropping on 21st Feb at 12 noon on @flipkart. pic.twitter.com/6AQDOaZxSc— POCO India...


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Redmi A2 leaks in full ahead of imminent launch
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Xiaomi is eyeing a sequel last year’s Redmi A1 with the aptly named Redmi A2. The upcoming budget device got its official images and detailed specs shared ahead of the official announcement by WinFuture.Redmi A2 in black and blue colors Redmi A2 will bring an essentially unchanged design from its predecessor with a waterdrop notch screen and a dual camera setup on its back. The new bit is the chipset – the phone will reportedly launch with MediaTek’s new Helio G36 chipset. The rest of the spec sheet is carried over from the Redmi A1.Redmi A2 in its three official...


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Parallels Desktop can now run Windows 11 on Apple silicon powered Macs
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Now there is an official way to run Windows 11 on Macs powered by ARM silicon – the latest version of the Parallels Desktop can do just that with Microsoft’s blessing. This solution was developed by the Parallels team and Alludo.“Why would you want to?” some of you may be asking, but if you are, you are lucky enough not to need software that only runs on Windows. Some professional applications do not have macOS versions, but are vital for certain jobs.Parallels could run Windows before, though previous versions only supported Windows 10. The latest version supports Windows 11,...


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Samsung Message Guard stops zero-click exploits in image form
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung has long focused on the security of its smartphones. The Samsung Knox platform is built into Galaxy smartphones and already protects you against so-called zero-click exploits that aim to get hold of your data.A zero-click exploit arrives in the form of an attachment and immediately sets to work to get control of your device or sensitive data. Samsung Knox already protects against such attachments in audio and video form, behind the scenes. Now, Galaxy users will be protected against exploits in image form too.Samsung Message Guard is a sandbox of sorts, quarantining any image...


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[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The ZTE nubia Z50 Ultra is coming in March, per Digital Chat Station, and it's already getting its photo taken.The image below was captured somewhere in China, showing what's reported to be the upcoming nubia Z50 Ultra. The image is quite poor, but it does reveal that the phone will have a flat display, flat sides with the classic nubia red power button, and no visible punch hole for the selfie camera.That means that the nubia Z50 Ultra will most likely have the latest generation under-display camera from BOE. Likely at least the same quality as that of the nubia Red Magic 8...


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CR: Global smartwatch market saw 12% YoY increase in shipments for 2022
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Smartwatch shipments saw a 12% increase in 2022 compared to 2021 based on the latest Global Smartwatch Model Tracker report from Counterpoint Research. The growth was fueled by strong smartwatch sales in the first three quarters of 2022. Shipments in the Q4 period (October 1 - December 31) saw a 2% YoY decline fueled by rising inflation levels and slow growth in India.Global smartwatch shipments share 2021 vs 2022 (Counterpoint Research)Apple remains the top brand worldwide in terms of shipments with 34.1% of the market, followed by Samsung (9.8%) and Huawei (6.7%). Apple saw...


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Lava Yuva 2 Pro announced with Helio G37 and refreshed design
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Lava launched another budget offering in India with the Yuva 2 Pro – a direct successor to last year’s Yuva Pro. The new model brings an updated MediaTek Helio G37 chipset, 4GB RAM and 64GB storage which is also expandable via the microSD slot. You also get a redesigned back now with a new camera island.Lava Yuva 2 Pro in its three official colors The rest of the specs fall in line with last year’s model – you get a 13MP main camera and two additional VGA cameras. Selfies are handled by a 5MP front-facing shooter which sits in a waterdrop notch housing. The phone boots Android...


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Vodafone will expand the availability of Pixel 7 phones in Europe this year
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] “Vodafone plans to expand the availability of Pixel smartphone and wearable devices to additional markets in 2023,” writes the carrier in a press release for the European market. This gives hope to Pixel fans, since even though Google expanded sales to 10 markets on the Old Continent, many regions still are not served by the search giant.Unfortunately, Vodafone doesn’t say which markets will be covered. The carrier has networks in several countries and partnerships with carriers in a number of other countries. Wikipedia has a handy list. We marked the countries where the Pixel is already...


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Black Shark 6 series' specs tipped, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC at the helm
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Xiaomi's Black Shark unveiled the Black Shark 5 series in China last March, and we expect the company to announce the Black Shark 6 lineup around the same time this year. There's no word from Black Shark about the Black Shark 6 series yet, but thanks to reliable tipster Digital Chat Station, we now have a fair idea of what the Black Shark's 2023 flagships will have on offer.According to DCS, the Black Shark 6 series will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC and pack a flat 2K screen with a centered punch hole for the selfie camera. The primary camera on the rear will use the 64MP Sony...


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Samsung Galaxy A54 and A34 specs leak
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Samsung Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A34 are two of the most anticipated midrangers this year. Finally, we now have some more detailed specs to go through after the two smartphones appeared in leaked renders earlier.The leak comes from 91mobiles and shows the Galaxy A54 and the Galaxy A34 color options. More interestingly it confirms the Galaxy A54 will ship with a 6.4-inch 120Hz OLED panel, Exynos 1380 SoC and up to 8GB/256GB memory. A 50MP F/1.8 main camera on the back will be joined by 12MP f/2.2 ultrawide and 5MP macro units, while the selfie camera will have a 32MP sensor.The phone...


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Xiaomi won't be making 13S series
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Ahead of the Xiaomi 13 series global launch, Xiaomi founder and CEO Lei Jun announced the company will skip on making a half-year update in the form Xiaomi 13S series. As a reminder, Xiaomi launched its 12S and 12S Pro phones six months after the debut of the Xiaomi 12 series. The S-series phones offered subtle camera tweaks and newer chipsets in the same shell as their predecessors.Lei Jun post on Weibo (machine translated)The Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro launched in China back in December and will make their global debuts at MWC Barcelona over the weekend. The Xiaomi 13 Lite is...


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OnePlus 11 Concept's image surfaces revealing its design
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A couple of days ago, OnePlus teased the OnePlus 11 Concept with a back panel sporting light strips referred to as "icy blue pipelines." OnePlus didn't reveal the entire design of the smartphone, but now an image of the OnePlus 11 Concept has surfaced online, giving us a better look.The light strips surround the camera island and run through the smartphone's back panel, with the OnePlus logo sitting at the bottom-right corner of the cover.OnePlus hasn't revealed what exactly these "pipelines" do, but there's not much waiting to know more about the OnePlus 11 Concept since OnePlus...


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Infinix Smart 7 arrives with 6,000 mAh battery INR 7,299 launch price
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The latest offering from Infinix for Indian market is the Smart 7 – an INR 7,299 ($88) entry-level Android phone. You get a sizeable 6.6-inch LCD with HD+ resolution and a waterdrop notch for the 5MP selfie camera. The phone features a textured back with a wave pattern and an antimicrobial silver ion coating.Infinix Smart 7The camera module houses a 13MP main cam with autofocus as well as a VGA secondary unit for depth data. The third cutout is for the fingerprint scanner. Infinix Smart 7 brings a Unisoc SC9863A chipset paired with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage which is expandable via...


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Realme GT Neo 5 Lite version incoming, tipster reveals
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Realme introduced the GT Neo 5 with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset and the world’s fastest charging for a smartphone earlier this month. Reports from China suggest the company is working on a phone, probably called GT Neo 5 SE or GT Neo 5 Lite, which will have slightly downgraded specs.According to the credible leakster Digital Chat Station, the phone will pack the still-unannounced Qualcomm SM7475 SoC, rumored to be a Snapdragon 7 Gen 2. It will also skip the 50MP camera with Sony IMX890 sensor and the RGB notification light on the back, which will enable a signficant price...


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Bixby update is bringing Text Call support in English, custom wake words
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung introduced the Bixby Text Call feature with One UI 5, but that initial version was limited only to Korean. Now the company is updating its virtual assistant to also handle calls in English (on phones running One UI 5.1).In case you missed this feature, Text Call basically turns voice calls into text chats. It listens to what the other side says and transcribes it into text, then lets you type in a response that will be spoken by the text to speech system. This is similar to Google’s Screen Call feature.This is handy for environments where you can’t talk, e.g. it’s too noisy or...


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Samsung’s limited Pokemon-themed accessories make a return in time for Pokémon Day
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Back in November, Samsung announced three limited-edition Pokèmon themed accessories that sold out in about a day’s time. In Honor of Pokémon Day, on February 27 (the day that the video games Pokèmon Red and Green were released in Japan in 1996), Samsung’s Pokémon accessories for the Galaxy Z Flip4, Galaxy Watch5, and Galaxy Buds2 Pro are all being restocked.On Pokèmon Day, Nintendo is expected to make a software-related announcement. There’s some speculation that a DLC for the recently released Pokémon games Scarlet and Violet could be announced then.Samsung's Pokémon...


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Motorola Razr 2023 takes the outer screen to a whole new level, leaked renders show
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Last week the Oppo Find N2 Flip launched internationally with the biggest outer screen we've seen so far on a flip-style foldable, and earlier today we heard that Samsung will respond with an even larger one in the Galaxy Z Flip5 later this year.There's another entrant in the flip space, however, and that's Motorola. And if Oppo and Samsung were feeling pretty good about themselves up until this point, well, just look at this.Motorola Razr 2023 leaked rendersThe renders above come straight from leakster legend Evan Blass, aka @evleaks, and, as you can see, show an...


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Asus ROG Phone 6 and ROG Phone 6 Pro make the jump to Android 13
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Asus' latest high-end gaming phones, the ROG Phone 6 and ROG Phone 6 Pro, were launched back in July of last year, and now they're finally being blessed with the update to Android 13.This comes after Asus' non-gaming Zenfone 9, Zenfone 8, and Zenfone 8 Flip all received the same update already, in line with what the company promised last November when it unveiled its update schedule. The Zenfone 9 was first to taste Android 13 in December, its predecessors followed in mid-January, and February is ROG month, it seems.The new build, which brings with it Android 13, is labeled...


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Beats Fit Pro will be available in three new color options
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] After leaking earlier this month, the Beats Fit Pro earbuds are now officially being updated with three new color options. These include Tidal Blue, Coral Pink, and Volt Yellow. They join the existing Beats Black, Beats White, Sage Gray, and Stone Purple options.The new color range is part of a campaign with singer-songwriter Chlöe and featured in the artists new single from her upcoming album..@chloebailey is all the motivation you need. Up your game in the new Beats Fit Pro color collection, featuring a secure-fit wing tip to enhance your performance in the gym and beyond....


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Motorola ThinkPhone in for review
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Say hello to the Motorola ThinkPhone or as some call it - the Lenovo ThinkPhone by Motorola - we won't though.It's clearly a Motorola phone but the ThinkPad-styling is also evident. Underneath the all-black carbon fiber (that's the only option available) is a design akin to the Moto G72. But there's more to the ThinkPhone than just a paint job.Let's do an unboxing before we continue. The Motorola ThinkPhone ships with a 68W charger and a USB cable. There's no case in the box but you probably shouldn't cover this stylish phone with one.You don't need to either - the ThinkPhone is...


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Tecno Spark 10C surfaces on Google Play Console with key specs
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Tecno unveiled the Spark 8C in late January for the Indian market, but it seems like the 10C is right around the corner. It appeared in a Google Play Console listing, suggesting software development is being finalized.Google Play Console listingJust like the Spark 8C, the Spark 10C will be a budget-friendly device with a modest 720 x 1612px screen, Unisoc T606 chipset and 4GB of RAM. The handset will launch with Android 12 out of the box.Unfortunately, there are no other listed specs, but odds are Tecno will introduce this device pretty soon, so we won't be guessing for too...


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vivo V27e detailed specs leak ahead of launch
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] We’re expecting vivo to announce its V27 series on March 1. There should be three phones with the vivo V27, V27 Pro and V27e and the last one just leaked in a hands-on image. The image confirms the previously leaked design and shows off the flashy Lavender Purple color which has color-shifting properties.vivo V27e hands-on The vivo V27e is currently on pre-order in Malaysia through offline channels with special freebies in the form of a speaker and smart tracker included for customers who pre-order the device. We also have a leaked spec sheet for the device confirming its key...


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Android 13-based Nothing OS 1.5 now seeding to everyone
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Nothing has begun the official rollout of Android 13 for the Nothing Phone (1) users. The Nothing OS 1.5 update comes in at 1.25GB and offers plentiful new features and optimizations including a new weather app, new media controls, more glyph interface options and improvements to the camera interface.Nothing is touting a 50% increase in app loading speed, smoother system animations as well as lower standby power consumption. The fingerprint scanner accuracy is also improved. Nothing OS 1.5 brings an improved network quick settings panel, multi-language support for apps and the ability...


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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5's cover display tipped to be larger than Oppo Find N2 Flip's
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 unveiled last August came with a 1.9" cover display, and Ross Young, CEO of Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC), claimed the Galaxy Z Flip5 will pack a cover screen larger than 3". While Ross didn't provide a specific number for the panel's diagonal, reliable tipster Ice universe has corroborated Young's claim, saying the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5's external display will be larger than Oppo Find N2 Flip's, which measures 3.26" diagonally.Young had also claimed that the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 will have a different hinge design to "reduce the visibility of the...


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