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Sony Xperia 1 V design revealed on billboards

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Sony is unveiling the Xperia 1 Mk V in ten days. The device was teased over two months ago with a similar design to its predecessors, but now we have a confirmation of the looks. The new flagship appeared on a billboard in Hong Kong, revealing the three-camera vertical design with a more significant oval island and more prominent lenses. A photo of the billboard appeared on Reddit, revealing the new Xperia 1 will be advertised to be “one for all lights” and will have “the next-gen double low-noise camera sensor”. Previous reports were Sony is implementing an IMX 989 sensor for the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/VwxL27J

The Super Mario Bros. Movie Box Office Collections Hit $1 Billion, Joins the Club in Less Than a Month

The Super Mario Bros. Movie has now joined the one billion-dollar club, in less than a month since its release. The animated film earned $1.02 billion (about Rs. 8,357 crore) at the global box office, becoming the first movie in 2023 to pass the milestone. The Mario movie collected an astonishing $532.5 million (about Rs. 4,356 crore) from markets outside the US and C... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/DB7Katf

Top 10 trending phones of week 17

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The Xiaomi 13 Ultra broke Samsung Galaxy A54's streak on top last week, but the Korean mid-ranger was again the most popular phone in our database in week 17. The monster cameraphone only lasted a week in the lead before stepping down to second position, while the Galaxy S23 Ultra completes the podium positions. Redmi Note 12 Pro and Redmi Note 12 come in fourth and fifth positions, while Apple's iPhone 14 Pro Max retains sixth place. The Tecno Spark 10 Pro is back in the top 10, now ranking seventh, the Galaxy A34 stays in the eight spot. The Realme 11 Pro+'s teaser campaign is... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/QRiZv2y

Sony WH-CH720N wireless headphones review

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The WH-CH720N are Sony's latest alphabet soup wireless noise-canceling headphones. The CH-series is Sony's mid-range offering with a balanced feature set that sits under the more premium 1000X series and alongside more specialized models like the XB extra bass series. The CH720N sits at the top of that range with a fairly broad feature set that makes it essentially a lite version of the 1000XM5. You get Sony's active noise-cancellation along with a claimed 'balanced' tuning for the sound, all powered by the dedicated Sony V1 processor, also found on the 1000XM5. Let's see how they... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/7EIiu2U

Weekly deals: the best smartphone deals from the UK, the US, Germany and India

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This week brings discounts for Samsung and Apple flagships and there are many interesting offerings in the mid-range too. You can use the links below to jump to the region that’s relevant to you: The UK USA Germany India UK The Samsung Galaxy A34 is barely a month old, but its price is falling significantly – the 8/256GB model is down to £300. For comparison, the 6/128GB model launched at £350. The phone is a solid mid-ranger with a 6.6” 120Hz FHD+ AMOLED display, IP67 rating, a Dimensity 1080 chipset, a 48+8+5MP camera setup and a 5,000mAh battery with 25W... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/Pz0vfd6

Flashback: the phones that weren’t, part 1 – is 18,000mAh big enough?

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Unlimited power! For a brief moment in 2019 there was a smartphone with a massive 18,000mAh battery – yes, that’s 3-4 times bigger than a typical phone battery today. However, it failed to find an audience and it launch was canceled. We’re talking about the Energizer Power Max P18K Pop, a highly descriptive name for a unique phone. The P18K should be self explanatory. “Pop” refers to the dual popup camera (it housed a 16MP module plus a 2MP depth sensor for face scanning). The Energizer Power Max P18K Pop was a beast of a phone with an 18,000mAh battery This phone was... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/CWbQ6DL

Weekly poll: vivo X Fold2 and X Flip - hot or not?

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vivo unveiled its first clamshell foldable last week, the vivo X Flip. It features a large 3” cover display and benefits from the company’s refinements of hinge design. The second generation horizontal foldable, the vivo X Fold2 was announced as well and it brings a number of refinements (and some downgrades). The two foldables launched in China, vivo has not shared any plans to sell them in other markets for now. And if it does, will it offer both of them or will it do what Oppo did and only offer the Flip to a wider audience? We can only speculate for now and while we’re on the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/VBRjzPX

Weekly poll results: Xiaomi 13 Ultra's fate to be decide by reviews

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The Xiaomi 13 Ultra remains the most popular phone in our database, a week after it went live. Clearly, it has captured people’s attention – but most people aren’t rushing out the door to get one. Last week’s poll shows that despite its elite pedigree, the phone will have to prove itself in reviews. Is it really the camera king? We’re in the process of finding out. Its predecessor, the 12S Ultra, earned a place in our hearts, but its limited availability made it a non-starter for most fans around the world. The Xiaomi 13 Ultra is different, it is a global phone, even if the company hasn’t... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/0pUtvmq

Nothing Phone (1) soon to receive Android 14 Beta 1

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Google I/O is scheduled for May 10 and the tech giant is expected to talk more about the upcoming Android 14 OS and also launch the beta program. Ahead of the launch, Google seems to be sending out early access invites to smartphone makers to speed up the adoption process and seamlessly integrate the new features. And in a press release, Nothing announced that its Nothing Phone (1) will soon receive an Android 14 Beta 1 update and kickstart the process. This is a big moment for the new company as it tries to make a name for itself. Despite being a mid-range smartphone with Snapdragon... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/lEZH358

Apple vs Epic Games: US Appeals Court Says Apple's App Store Rules Don't Violate Antitrust Law

Apple on Monday was directed to allow developers to provide links or buttons to external payments outside the App Store, by a US appeals court. The iPhone maker's arguments that its App Store rules do not violate antitrust laws were accepted by the court, which ruled in favour of Apple on nine counts out of 10 and allowed its commissions of up 30 percent for in-app pa... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/Wm0xihy

Tecno Camon 20 live images leak

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Tecno launched the Camon 19 series back in July of 2022, and so we're clearly fast approaching the unveiling of the Camon 20 devices. According to past reports, there will once again be three of them - the vanilla Camon 20, the Camon 20 Pro, and the Camon 20 Premier 5G. The Camon 20 has now been leaked in the live images you can see below. There's also a short video showcasing the upcoming device. The Camon 20 is said to sport 8GB of RAM and 256GB of on-board storage, and will have the model number Ck8n. Tecno Camon 20 While we currently have no more details about the Camon 20,... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/D68NOd5

Realme 11 Pro+ does test run on Geekbench, display specs confirmed too

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The Realme 11 series is due to launch on May 10 and the latest info on the lineup includes the chipset and display specs of the top-end Pro+ model. The Realme 11 Pro+ appeared in a listing on Geekbench 5 confirming it will be equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 1080 chipset and 12GB RAM. Realme 11 Pro+ scorecard on Geekbench 5 The device managed 838 single-core points and a 2,302-point multi-core outing. The phone appeared with the same RMX3740 model number as seen in past listings and we also got confirmation that it boots Android 13. In related news, the official Weibo profile... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/AeOg5cf

Honor Pad V8 unveiled with 11" 120Hz display, the first Dimensity 8020 chip

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Honor unveiled its flagship tablet, the Honor Pad V8 Pro, at the end of last year. The slate boasts a 12.1” 144Hz IMAX enhanced display and came with a base price of CNY 2,600 for an 8/128GB unit. Now the company has unveiled a non-Pro tablet that’s cheaper – CNY 1,900 for an 8/128GB tablet CNY 2,000 for an 8/256GB one. The vegan leather back of the new Honor Pad V8 is available in two colors The new Honor Pad V8 is on pre-order in China right now and buyers can reserve a place in line with a CNY 100 deposit, those who pre-order will score a small discount of CNY 100.... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/BeAZyo2

Samsung is working on more skin temperature based features for the Galaxy Watch5 series

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It took Samsung several months, but the skin temperature sensor on the Galaxy Watch5 and Watch5 Pro was finally enabled last week. However, these sensors are currently used for just one feature – skin temperature based cycle tracking. That’s just the start, though. A Samsung official posted on the company’s Korean forum to reveal that more temperature-based features are being developed and that they will be delivered with future software updates. However, the timing of the release is uncertain – such health-tracking features may require certification by local authorities in each region,... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/tzbFZag

Sony posts record operating profit on great PS5 sales

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Sony ended its fiscal year with the quarter closing this March on a high. It posted a record operating profit of 1.21 trillion JPY (€8.1 billion, converted), beating its own forecast. Sony forecasts sales for its next fiscal year, ending March 2024, to be around 11.5 trillion JPY - about the same as this year. A large part of that success is thanks to outstanding PlayStation 5 sales. Sony sold record 19.1 million consoles in the fiscal year - compared to the 11.5 million sold in the previous fiscal year, which was marred by supply chain issues. Sony hopes to sell 25 million in this fiscal... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/Yjg8xGc

Google Pixel 7a appears in a new color ahead of expected launch

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Earlier this month, leaked renders of the Google Pixel 7a, expected to go official on May 10 at Google I/O 2023, showed the smartphone in three colors. And thanks to Evan Blass, we now see the Pixel 7a in a new shade, shown off in an image shared by the reliable leakster on Twitter. You can see it below. Blass didn't reveal the marketing name of this color version, but we expect Google to come up with something creative. Google is yet to officially announce the Pixel 7a's launch date and confirm its features. However, recently leaked marketing materials corroborated previous rumors... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/04KAQJ2

Asus ROG Ally rumored to cost $699.99 in its higher-end version

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Asus' Steam Deck competitor got a weird initial announcement on April 1, but is a real product and is coming very soon to global markets. If you're excited about it, you may be wondering how much money you'll have to shell out for one, and today a new rumor gives us just that information. According to multiple sources, it will go for $699.99 in its higher-end iteration, which boasts the AMD Z1 Extreme chip, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. That makes it $51 more expensive than the 512GB Steam Deck. It's still unclear how much the entry-level model with the Z1 non-Extreme will cost. The... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/JehpgY3

Lava Blaze 1X 5G quietly gets official with 6.5-inch screen, 50 MP main camera

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Lava made the Blaze 5G official back in October of last year, and then followed it up with a 6GB of RAM edition this February. Now the company seems ready to improve upon the formula even further, with the Blaze 1X 5G. The new model is already listed by Lava's official website, even though it hasn't been announced during an event - nor through a mere press release. The Blaze 1X 5G comes with a 6.5-inch 90 Hz 720x1600 LCD display, the MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC, a 50 MP main camera flanked by two decorative shooters, one 2 MP, one VGA (!), an 8 MP selfie snapper, 6GB of RAM (with... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/fSkboBm

Blackview BV9200 review

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Asus ROG Ally Launch Date Set for May 11; Renders, Specifications, Price Leak Ahead of Debut

Asus ROG Ally is set to launch on May 11. The company's first handheld gaming device is tipped to be powered by an AMD Z1 Extreme processor with AMD Radeon Navi3 graphics and is said to weigh 608g. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming Asus ROG Ally. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/lNxCVv2

Nokia XR30 rugged Android phone detailed press images leak

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Nearly two years after Nokia announced its XR20 rugged smartphone, we get details of its successor – the Nokia XR30 aka Nokia Sentry 5G. WinFuture shared a multitude of official-looking images for the phone in its black and green color options. The XR30’s design appears to be slightly modified from its predecessor with a similar-looking punch-hole display and what appears to be a hard plastic shell. We can only assume the phone will retain the IP68 water and dust protection alongside MIL-STD-810H certification from its predecessor. Nokia XR30 in black The power... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/noWyxp4

Tecno Spark 10 Pro review

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Apple to sign in Samsung and LG in move to swap OLED for microLED

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Apple will start using microLED panels as early as 2024, reveals The Korea Herald. This is the third time we hear such a move is on the way from a third different outlet, suggesting the switch is innevitable. According to a report by the Institute for Information & Communications Technology Promotion (IITP), Apple is looking to eventually manufacture the panels itself, but it won't be ready to do so at the start of the transition. That's why it will keep sourcing panels from South Korea, with at least 60% of the orders going to Samsung Display and LG Display. The transition from... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/G2D7zLQ

Poco F5 and F5 Pro announcement set for May 9, design teased

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The Poco F5, which was rumored to launch on April 6, will launch on May 9. This revelation comes from Poco, which also confirmed the Poco F5 Pro will be unveiled on the same date. Poco is yet to detail the F5 and F5 Pro's specs sheets, but Qualcomm's Indian branch confirmed the Poco F5 would be powered by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 SoC, making it the first smartphone in India to have this chip at the helm. Oncoming 🟡 🚀#IgniteYourHyperpower #POCOF5Pro #POCOF5 pic.twitter.com/jyLVI30QBp— POCO (@POCOGlobal) April 26, 2023 Today, Poco's Indian division gave us a glimpse of the Poco F5's... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/MuZHAB7

Alphabet Q1 report reveals increase in Google Pixel sales

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Alphabet, the parent company of Google, posted its first quarterly report for 2023, revealing a slight increase in total revenue. The “Google other” segment that includes the Google Pixel 7, 7 Pro, 6A, and Watch sales, saw an 8.8% increase in revenue on a yearly basis. Google CEO said the company is “pleased” with performance in Q1 - Search performed well, while the Cloud business gained momentum, bringing operating profit for the first time since the establishment of the division. YouTube is taking a hit from TikTok, but ad revenue on the video platform reached $6.69 billion, which... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/DFYjwq1

Funko Fusion Teaser Promises Cross-Over Game Featuring The Umbrella Academy, Jurassic World and More

New developer 10:10 Games dropped a teaser for Funko Fusion, a crossover game featuring characters from NBCUniversal franchises like The Umbrella Academy, Jurassic World, Shaun of the Dead, He-Man, Chucky the Doll, and more. Characters will be fashioned like traditional Funko Pop figurines, and the game will include online multiplayer, allowing up to four players to t... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/53914Zd

Beats Studio Buds+ listed on Amazon, pricing and launch confirmed

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Apple is gearing up to launch a successor to its 2021 Studio Buds wireless earbuds with ANC. The new Beats Studio Buds+ were listed for a brief time on Amazon and we got confirmation they will be launching on May 18 for $169.95 Beats Studio Buds+ listing on Amazon The listing contained a look at the buds in black and white colors as well as an interesting transparent version that gives up Nothing Ear (2) vibes. Beats Studio Buds+ will be offered in a transparent version The Amazon listing also details 36 hours of combined battery life from the buds and their case as well... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/txbQRYV

vivo X90, X90 Pro launched in India

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The vivo X90 and X90 Pro launched in China last November and debuted in India today. The vivo X90 Pro comes in a single 12GB/256GB configuration in Legendary Black color with a price tag of INR84,999 ($1,035/€942), whereas the vivo X90 is offered in Asteroid Black and Breeze Blue colors with two memory options - 8GB/256GB and 12GB/256GB priced at INR59,999 ($730/€665) and INR63,999 ($780/€710), respectively. Both smartphones will be sold through vivo India's official website, Flipkart, and retail stores in India. Pre-booking is now open, while sales start on May 5. The vivo X90 is... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/SYmZ8tH

Realme 11 lineup is officially arriving on May 10

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The Realme 11 series was already known to be coming next month, and today we have the official launch date - May 10. It was confirmed by the company on Weibo, meaning we are going to see a Chinese launch before the devices hit the international scene later this year. In the meantime, the vanilla Realme 11 5G was certified by the 3C in China, confirming its 33W charging speed. The RMX3751 device will support VOOC 4.0 chargers with 11V/3A output, matching the Realme 10 - both in LTE and 5G versions. Realme already set up pre-order/appointment landing pages on its own store, JD.com and... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/8Q36Svt

You can now use the same WhatsApp account on up to five phones simultaneously

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Following the introduction of the long-requested ability to use the same account seamlessly across one phone and multiple other devices in 2021, today WhatsApp is back with the logical conclusion of that effort. The service is now offering what has to be the most requested feature ever. You can use the same WhatsApp account on up to five phones. You link every additional phone the same way you link with WhatsApp on web browsers, tablets, and desktops. Each linked phone connects to WhatsApp independently, ensuring that your messages, media, and calls stay end-to-end... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/OUa63JQ

Opera One announced with new UI and tab management features

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Opera today revealed the new Opera One browser, which is set to replace the company's current flagship desktop browser later this year. Opera One brings with it a handful of changes, including an updated UI, integration with AI chatbots, and tab management features. Opera One has an updated design, which features more rounded shapes for UI elements, such as tabs, address bar, and side bar. This isn't, however, a complete redesign, as a lot of the UI and especially the design and layout of menus is identical to the current version of the browser. Opera claims that Opera One is... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/IjTnqCU

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon Will Reportedly Launch on August 25

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon will reportedly release on August 25. The news comes in the wake of FromSoftware’s upcoming mech-crunching title receiving a 12+ age rating in Korea, and rumours that it is getting a potential reveal in June. Armored Core 6 will see mecha robots duking it out on a dystopian post-apocalyptic world to claim control over a mysterious e... from Gadgets 360 https://www.gadgets360.com/games/news/armored-core-6-release-date-august-vi-fires-of-rubicon-age-rating-fromsoftware-bandai-namco-3977436#rss-gadgets-games

vivo Y78+ arrives with 6.78" 120Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 695

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vivo just unveiled the Y78+, a phone with a big screen, big battery and a small price. The new model will go on sale in China this Wednesday (April 26) with a base price of CNY 1,600 for the 8/128GB model (that converts to $230/€210/₹19,000). There are also 8/256GB and 12/256GB models for CNY 1,800 and CNY 2,000, respectively. The main attraction on the vivo Y78+ is its screen – a 6.78” AMOLED panel with FHD+ resolution (20:9) that boasts 120Hz refresh rate and great color rendering with 100% DCI-P3 coverage (105% NTSC). It’s quite bright too, hitting 1,300 nits at maximum. And it’s... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/1QT84H0

Samsung US starts Mother's day sale featuring Galaxy S23 Ultra, Watch5 and Buds2 Pro

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Mother’s day is three weeks away and maybe you already bought a gift, but if you haven’t, there is still time. Here are a few gift ideas from Samsung US – a phone with a great camera, a smartwatch or a pair of buds. An unlocked Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra can be picked up for as little as $450 with the right trade-in – Samsung is offering up to $750 in instant trade-in credit (the MSRP is $1,200). What’s your mom’s favorite color? If it’s lime then you’re in luck as this particular colorway comes with a free memory upgrade. This means that the 512GB version costs the same as the 256GB model... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/CHlYD8i

Rockstar Games to announce GTA 6 on May 17

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According to several claims from the gaming industry, the Grand Theft Auto series might be getting its next installment soon. GTA 6 is under development, and reports are Take Two, the parent company of Rockstar Games, will officially announce the new game during its investors call on May 17. Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy is a remastered version of old GTA games and the latest release by Rockstar Games Hip Hop Gamer recently tweeted an incoherent string of sentences, accompanied by a photo with the Take Two CEO Strauss Zelnick. He also said, “Grand Theft Auto 6 will be a forever moment... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/SXLp0kA

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and Flip5 to retain 25W charging

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It seems Samsung will once again launch its upcoming foldables with 25W charging. Galaxy Z Fold5 and Z Flip5 appeared in a 3C listing with Samsung’s tried and true EP-TA800 model charger. Galaxy Z Fold5 (SM-F9460) and Z Flip5 (SM-F7310) will both feature the same charging speeds as their predecessors though the retail packages won’t include the charging brick as standard practice in the last few years. Galaxy Z Fold5 (SM-F9460) and Z Flip5 (SM-F7310) on 3C database Samsung’s next generation of foldables are expected to launch with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy chipset.... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/9SnvaVH

Realme 11 smartphone appears in spy photos

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Realme will introduce the 11 series next month, and multiple teasers revealed a circular camera island at the the back. Now a phone from the lineup was spotted in the wild, revealing a fancy design on the back and confirming the oreo-shaped island. We can also see the ivory part will have some texture, and it is highly possible we’re looking at a vegan leather option, split by a plastic or glass golden stripe. The phone appears to have flat sides and a large screen. A circle is a popular shape for camera islands lately with a bunch of makers keen to offer their takes on it. We do... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/z3VKD8l

Sony's Xperia 5 V shows up on 3C, 33W charging confirmed

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Sony may be ready to unveil the Xperia 5 V a full quarter early as evidenced by the recent leaks of the device. This latest one is a 3C certification of the device with the model number XQ-DQ72, revealing its 33W charging capability. That same model number was seen in February on Geekbench, sporting a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 with 16GB of RAM. Sony usually releases the Xperia 1 earlier in the year - May to August, and then the Xperia 5 follows in September or October. We might be in for a change this year and we are looking forward to it. Via from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/aOMFmc1

Pixel Fold live leak shows how it folds

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Rumors about Google’s Pixel Fold have been going on for nearly two years now but we finally have a live look at the upcoming foldable. Leakster Kuba Wojciechowski shared our best look at the Pixel Fold in a short six-second video. 😉😉😉 pic.twitter.com/zTpEo18K4y— Kuba Wojciechowski :3 (@Za_Raczke) April 22, 2023 We can see Pixel Fold looks just like the renders predicted with a noticeable bezel around the main folding screen and an overall footprint that looks similar to Oppo’s Find N2. Based on the most up-to-date rumors, Pixel Fold will feature a 7.6-inch main screen and a 5.8-inch... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/fEvYX76

Samsung's Galaxy Enhance-X AI image editor comes to S23 series

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Samsung has finally released the Galaxy Enhance-X photo editing app, which was announced last summer. The app is a "photo upscaled and magic editor" that uses AI to add HDR to images, brighten them, fix blur, sharpen, fix moire, remove reflections or shadows, fix lens distortion, and create a portrait mode shot from a regular one. There are face-retouching features as well. There's also a magic button that enhances an image the way the app deems reasonable. Samsung Galaxy Enhance-X app on the Galaxy Store The app is available for the Galaxy S23 series from today - it's an 85... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/c0u3VSD

Top 10 trending phones of week 16

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After 5 consecutive weeks on top the Samsung Galaxy A54 was finally dethroned. The new leader in our trending chart is the Xiaomi 13 Ultra, which just made its official debut and immediately began the most talked-about phone in our database. The Samsung mid-ranger is now sitting in second, but is still comfortably ahead of the third-placed Redmi Note 12 Pro. The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra slid down to fourth, along, while the Redmi Note 12 is now down to fifth position. Apple's iPhone 14 Pro Max regained some ground to place sixth this time around, as the Realme C55 is headed in the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/MlABkQa

Samsung Galaxy S24 to use stacked battery tech borrowed from EVs

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The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is about ten months away now, which means the development of the components that will go inside it should be nearing completion to allow enough time for testing and manufacturing. And according to the latest report from South Korea the next bar flagship might bring new battery tech, borrowed from the EV industry. Korean publication The Elec claims Samsung’s SDI division, which is in charge of battery R&D is looking to carry over stacked batteries to the smartphone business. Rather than a change to the chemistry content of the battery this refers to how the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/2aTCQOI

Sennheiser IE 200 review

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The IE 200 are Sennheiser's entry-level in-ear monitors. If you've ever felt envious of the company's more expensive IE 300, IE 600, or the flagship IE 900 models, then at $150, the IE 200 is a much easier pill to swallow, especially since the previous entry point cost twice as much. With the IE 200, Sennheiser has a very clear goal; to offer an exceptionally neutral sound signature at an affordable price. This is a bit of a departure from the other models in the series, which have all come to be known as bass cannons. In that sense, it is a bit of a role reversal. If you want the most... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/Ttogyxa

Week 16 in review: Xiaomi 13 Ultra, Pad 6, Pad 6 Pro, Band 8 official

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Welcome to your week's recap. Xiaomi held a big event at which it announced two tablets - the Xiaomi Pad 6 and Pad 6 Pro, the Xiaomi Band 8, a Sound Move speaker, an 86-inch Mini LED smart EV, but above all was the Xiaomi 13 Ultra. The Xiaomi 13 Ultra brings four 50MP cameras - a primary with a 1-inch sensor and a variable f/1.9-4.0 aperture, a 75mm zoom camera, a 120mm zoom camera, and an ultrawide shooter. The Ultra has a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, a 5,000mAh battery with 90W wired, and 50W wireless charging. Xiaomi will release the 13 Ultra to the Chinese market in April, and then to... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/BXJoPk7

Weekly poll: Is the Xiaomi 13 Ultra hot or not?

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This week, Xiaomi announced the highly-anticipated Xiaomi 13 Ultra so now that you've had some time to settle your thoughts on it, we want to ask you if it ticks the right boxes. It may be somewhat of a rhetorical question, given the 13 Ultra's currently the most popular phone in our database. You guys obviously can't get enough of it. Like every Ultra before it, the 13 Ultra is a standout smartphone and a camera-centric device. Xiaomi ensured that it would stand above any other phone in the market, and be head and shoulders over its own Xiaomi 13 Pro. Looking at the Xiaomi 13... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/s9fM8qO

Weekly poll results: ROG Phone 7 Ultimate well loved, but gaming phones still not for everyone

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Last week’s poll was all about gaming phones following the announcement of the Asus ROG Phone 7 duo and it’s time we look at the results. The majority of voters (over 42%) said they don’t want a gaming phone for now. It seems most of you are still not sold on the idea of a dedicated gaming phone and there were several good reasons in the comments section. High pricing seems to be one of the key pitfalls for devices like the ROG Phone 7 as they are in the same range as the top-tier flagships from established brands. Some suggested gaming handhelds like the Steam Deck are a more... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/FCswxf3

Samsung Galaxy A54 vs. Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro

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Introduction The ever-competitive midrange segment has a couple of new contenders coming from popular lineages. The Samsung Galaxy A54 puts the A5x series back on the right track after a super-successful A52s was followed by more of a meh A53. The Redmi Note 12 Pro, on the other hand, is well-specced and attractively priced - as is the norm for Xiaomi's mid-tier efforts. Which one is better? You can compare the full specsheets or check our editor's assessment further below. Design & build quality Samsung Galaxy A54 202 g ... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/la8nrjm

Immortals of Aveum Gets a Magic-Heavy Gameplay Trailer, Reveals Demanding System Requirements

Immortals of Aveum just got a six-minute-long gameplay trailer, highlighting its visuals and spell-based combat. Developer Ascendant Studios also revealed PC system requirements for the same, which are on the extreme high end, demanding at least an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 Super card to run the game at minimum settings. The developers have attributed the increased hard... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/WogOYDc

Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Pro to bring back the rotating bezel

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Samsung Galaxy Watch series had a unique rotating bezel that was used for scrolling through the menu. The hardware feature was removed from the latest Watch5 series, but according to noted tipster Ice Universe, it will return with the Galaxy Watch6 Pro. Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro Samsung launched the Watch5 and Watch5 Pro with a virtual rotating bezel that was essentially a gesture that worked on the edge of the screen. It is a feature that was implemented in the Galaxy Watch4, while the physical one was reserved for the Classic option. The leakster revealed that Watch6 Pro will... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/qyNFam8

Our Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 5G video review is out

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The latest device to get its own review on our YouTube channel is the Redmi Note 12 5G from Xiaomi. It brings two notable changes compared to its 4G sibling - the Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chipset and a 48MP primary camera on the back. Redmi Note 12 5G has a curved back compared to the flat one on the Note 12 4G. The rest of the specs are shared between the Redmi Note 12s including a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. There’s a 5,000 mAh battery with 33W charging which managed a good 101-hour rating in our proprietary tests. As always, you can visit our... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/n09ELSo

Street Fighter 6 Demo Is Now Available on PS4 and PS5; Capcom Offers In-Depth Look at the World Tour Mode

A free playable demo for Street Fighter 6 is now available on the PS4 and PS5. During the Street Fighter Showcase, Capcom revealed a bunch of details about its upcoming fighter, ranging from Year 1 DLC characters to an in-depth look at its single-player World Tour mode. Players can create a custom avatar and play through the first part of the story mode. The Street Fi... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/GX27p6k

Diablo IV Is Getting a Surprise Final Open Beta With Gameplay Updates Before Launch

Diablo IV is getting a final surprise open beta weekend, before its launch on June 6. The event begins May 13 at 12:30 am IST/ May 12 at 12pm PT in the US and will be available to players on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S/X. It is scheduled to end on May 15 at 12:30am IST/ May 14 at 12pm PT, and is meant to test Diablo 4’s server infrastructure and durabi... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/JxsnaM2

Google Fi gets another rebrand, it is now called Google Fi Wireless

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Google Fi is now called Google Fi Wireless after a third rebrand in the eight-year history of the MVNO service. To celebrate the new name Google is adding smartwatch connectivity, a one-week eSIM trial and a refreshed app for easier plan navigation. The Wireless’ plans will now support not only the Pixel Watch but the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 series too. Support for all smart wearables is expanding to the Unlimited plan, while previously, it was only available on Unlimited Plus and Flexible. The devices can stay connected with no phone for no additional cost. Adding a new line to any... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/za3hq8o

Wiko Hi Enjoy 60 5G officially unveiled

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The French company Wiko is preparing to launch a new smartphone in China called Hi Enjoy 60 5G. The device will go on sale on April 24, and it was already listed by China Telecom, revealing it is a rebranded Huawei Enjoy 60 with 5G support. Wiko Hi Enjoy 60 5G There are virtually no hardware differences with the Huawei phone besides Wiko’s logo on the back. The chipset will be Dimensity 6020, while the screen is 6.75” LCD with 720p resolution and a waterdrop notch for the 8 MP selfie camera. The back of the strangely named Wiko will feature a 48MP main camera and a 2MP... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/ABHU3fw

Xiaomi 13 Ultra disassembled on video

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Here's to the fast-paced world we live in! We get to enjoy a step-by-step disassembly of the Xiaomi 13 Ultra just days after the phone was announced. The video sheds light on the process of opening up this high-end phone, as well as its components. The most interesting of which, naturally, are the cameras. Here's a look at the camera module, as well as the mechanism that closes the aperture from f/1.9 to f/4.0 on the main cam. The camera module and the iris aperture Here's the entire video. It's nearly 13 minutes long, but well worth the watch. If you don't speak Chinese, just... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/ecw4Nad

Google Play to allow third-party billing options in the UK

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Google detailed its propositions on billing for Android developers in the United Kingdom. The set of potential commitments includes lowering fees for app distribution and in-app purchases and introducing an alternative in-app billing system, presented in a neutral manner. The proposals are part of the UK’s Competition and Market Authority (CMA) investigation of whether Google infringed competition law by making app developers use only Google Play Billing (GPB). The changes for British developers are similar to what is already happening in Continental Europe - the service fee will be... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/pq81YDP

Google Pixel Tablet storage options and pricing tipped

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The Google Pixel Tablet is still not up for sale over six months since it was teased during the Pixel 7 series launch but we are now getting more details on its storage trims and pricing. The new info comes from Roland Quandt who has a reliable track record and shares the Google slate will be offered in 128GB and 256GB storage trims in Porcelain and Haze colors. Pixel Tablet in Porcelain and Haze Based on the new info, the entry-level 128GB Pixel Tablet will be cost somewhere between €600-650 and in Europe. It’s still unclear if the listed prices include the docking station... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/1mgs9Et

Oxenfree II: Lost Signals Sets July Release Date on Netflix, PlayStation, and PC

Oxenfree II: Lost Signals finally got a release date — July 12. Developer Late Night Studio confirmed the news at the Nintendo Indie World Showcase, with a new trailer that offers hints at its supernatural plot. The game is set five years after the events of 2016’s Oxenfree and follows an entirely new character Riley, who is tasked with investigating some time and... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/LQdsiav

Vivo S17 Pro to come with proper 12 MP portait camera

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The vivo S17 Pro will have a triple camera, revealed Digital Chat Station. This stat is nothing spectacular by itself, but the leakster revealed all three shooters will be usable, unlike previous vivo S smartphones that came with a mere 2 MP sensor that couldn’t take pictures on its own. vivo V27 Pro The new smartphone will have a 50 MP main camera with OIS and Sony IMX766V sensor behind. The ultra-wide-angle shooter will be 8 MP, while the third camera, the biggest improvement, will be a 12 MP portrait camera with a Sony IMX663 sensor behind. The name of the sensor sounds familiar,... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/oQrsb0N