Posts

Showing posts from September, 2023

Apple FineWoven Case and Wallet hands-on

Image
Apple's Wonderlust event this year was as much about announcing the company's environmental efforts as about new products. One major change the company is making this year is that it will no longer be offering leather as a material for any of its products and accessories. This is a pretty big deal, especially for iPhone users, as leather cases are a hot-selling item, and Apple itself, along with several other third parties, has always offered a great variety of leather cases and accessories for the iPhone. So where does that leave us this year? Well, as a replacement, the company... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/rK9Gfa2

Weekly poll results: Tecno Phantom V Flip's low price is its biggest advantage

Image
Slowly but surely foldables are inching towards an affordable price range. And it’s not the old flagship killer brands doing it but rather Tecno’s premium brand – the Phantom V Flip launches at ₹50,000 in India and will be €700 in Europe. This makes it the cheapest foldable yet. For comparison, the Rarz 40 is one of the most affordable flip foldables and it costs ₹60,000/€900. The V Flip does have a few rough edges, but as we found in our review, this is a very compelling package for the price. That’s good enough for one fifth of voters in last week’s poll who might have been counting... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/Grg1ziL

Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro in for review

Image
Xiaomi made the trek to Google's Wear OS for the Watch 2 Pro and it makes for a solid smart wearable that's ready to compete with Samsung's Galaxy Watch6 Classic. What's more, Xiaomi's watch is €270 for the Bluetooth model and €330 for an LTE-ready one - Samsung's watch crosses the €400 mark. You get the watch in either Black with a fluoroelastomer strap or silver with a leather strap and Xiaomi's proprietary wireless charger. Upfront the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro has your standard 1.43-inch 466x466px OLED display with as much as 600 nits. It's packed into a 46mm casing. Xiaomi went with... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/uQHISO9

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE's India launch date revealed

Image
Last week, Amazon.in set up a promo page for the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE on its website, revealing the smartphone would launch in India in October. Now, Samsung's Indian branch has revealed the Galaxy S23 FE will launch in the country next week - on October 4. The Korean conglomerate has updated the banner image of its X account, which includes three cameras with the text "The New Epic" and "Launching on October 4." Samsung hasn't mentioned the smartphone's name, but we know this particular teaser refers to the Galaxy S23 FE. The brand has also posted an image on X for a new Galaxy... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/hlQpbvL

Google Pixel 8's retail box surfaces

Image
The retail box of the Google Pixel 8 arriving on October 4 has surfaced, corroborating the previous design leaks since it has a picture of the Pixel 8's rear side featuring two cameras and a LED flash. Google Pixel 8 • Google Pixel 8 Pro Turn the box around, and you see some Pixel 8 specs: 5G Sub-6 connectivity, 6.2" screen, and 128GB storage. This particular color model is called Hazel, and the label reveals the box will come bundled with a charging cable and a Quick Switch Adapter. It also includes the Pixel 8's model code: G9BQD. Google Pixel 8 retail box The Google... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/I9MEeGn

Oppo Pad Neo gets NBTC certified

Image
Oppo launched its first tablet, called Oppo Pad, in February 2022 and later followed up with the Oppo Pad Air and Oppo Pad 2. Now we learn the Chinese brand could soon launch a new tablet called Oppo Pad Neo, certified by Thailand's NBTC. The Oppo Pad Neo has model designation OPD2303, and its NBTC listing doesn't reveal anything other than confirming LTE connectivity, making it the first Oppo tablet to have cellular support. Oppo Pad Air The Oppo Pad Neo will likely mark the beginning of a new tablet lineup for Oppo, and we'll have to wait to find out whether it will be... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/fZPaqc5

Apple iPhone 15 review

Image
from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/7plKCmg

Samsung Galaxy S24+ CAD-based renders leak too, completing the family

Image
Today has been a big day for leaks of upcoming flagship Samsung phones. We first saw renders of the vanilla Galaxy S24 popping up, and then the top of the line S24 Ultra followed suit. The eagle-eyed among you may have realized there's one member of the family missing - the S24+. Well, not anymore, as it too has now been subjected to the CAD-based leaked renders treatment. These show the middle child of 2024's flagship family from an array of different perspectives, and the design is incredibly similar to that of the S24. As before, it looks like the S24+ will basically be a larger version... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/BbQ7JtE

Apple iPhone 15 Plus in for review

Image
It’s that time of the year where delivery couriers are rushing around town trying to deliver as many new iPhones to the masses. We already received our iPhone 15 Pro Max which and even completed its review, but we also got another package containing the iPhone 15 Plus. Let’s see what this one brings to the table ahead of its full review. We picked out the Blue version of the 15 Plus, but as you can see, the color is really washed out to the point that you might easily mistake it for white. Apple really dulled the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus color options this year making the lighter shades... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/JjFPs91

Qualcomm introduces next-gen AR/VR platforms Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 and AR1 Gen 1

Image
Qualcomm announced its next-generation AR/VR platforms called Snapdragon XR Gen 2 and AR1 Gen 1. The two platforms should enable mixed reality and virtual reality in thin and lightweight devices that don't require an external battery pack. This gives other OEMs a chance to grab a share of the space that should see an uptick in popularity following the launch of Apple's Vision Pro. The Snapdragon XR Gen 2 is arguably the more interesting chip of the two. It supports MR and VR devices with 2.5x better GPU performance compared to its predecessor, 8x better AI performance, support for up... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/C5Vbj08

Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro product pages and detailed specs leak

Image
Our latest peek at the upcoming Google Pixel 8 series comes courtesy of Evan Blass and it's a doozy. It's a series of promo images of the Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and the Pixel Watch 2. Below is a neat specs comparison from Google's product page for the Pixel series, pitting the two new phones against the 7 and 7a. It confirms the 8 and 8 Pro camera specs, including that the 8 will finally get an ultrawide shooter with autofocusing. The Pixel 8 will be able to go up to 8x Super Res Zoom, while the Pixel 8 Pro will leverage its 5x optical zoom camera to go up to 30x. A detailed specs... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/cwbHk5e

Fitbit Charge 6 unveiled with improved heart rate sensor, added Google features

Image
Fitbit Charge 6 is the latest addition in the Google wearables division bringing improved health tracking and even deeper integration with Google apps like YouTube Music, Google Pay and Google Maps. Charge 6 features a 1.04-inch color AMOLED display with Always-On Display (AOD) functionality. The tracker features an aluminum, glass and resin build with a haptic side button for controls. Heart rate tracking seems to be the Charge 6’s forte thanks to an updated optical sensor paired with new electrical sensors and machine learning algorithms developed by Google. Charge 6 should offer... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/N1jveit

Samsung Galaxy S24 images reveal flat design

Image
Last month, reliable tipster Ice universe claimed Samsung will adopt a flat design with the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24+, and their claim has been corroborated by leakster OnLeaks, who, in partnership with Smartprix, has shared Galaxy S24's renders revealing its design. Like the Galaxy S23, the Galaxy S24 also has a flat back, but it's a departure from the S23's curved frames since it has iPhone-like flat frames, which could make the smartphone less comfortable to hold for some. You can also notice that the LED flash on the rear is now placed between the first and second camera and... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/D4QrgyS

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max review

Image
from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/E9q5AZf

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE promo videos leak

Image
The latest in a long series of Galaxy S23 FE leaks features two promo videos, teasing the epic display and epic camera of the phone. The videos are part of a Samsung campaign to hype up the phone, titled the New Epic, it says the phone is launching soon. Snapshots from the promos The Galaxy S23 FE will have a 6.4-inch 120Hz-capable AMOLED, a triple camera with a 3x zoom, ultrawide, and wide, and a 4,500mAh battery with 25W charging. Global models will have an Exynos 2200 chip, while US models will be Snapdragon 8 Gen 1-powered. The Galaxy S23 FE will launch in early... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/ukfmaVp

PlayStation Plus October 2023 Free Games: The Callisto Protocol, Farming Simulator 22, and Weird West

PlayStation Plus monthly free games for October have been revealed. Starting October 3, PS Plus Essential, Extra, Premium, and Deluxe subscribers can add The Callisto Protocol, Farming Simulator 22, and Weird West to their library. Access ends on November 6, after which players will need to hold onto their subscriptions to keep playing. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/uDkRXYN

Meta Quest 3 debuts with higher res displays and Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 chip

Image
Following its preview in June, Meta Quest 3 is now official and we have all the details on Meta’s latest mixed reality (MR) headset. Quest 3 is slimmer than its predecessor and features updated 2208 x 2064 px displays with a 90Hz refresh rate and a 120hz experimental mode. You get a 110° horizontal and 96° vertical field of view. The headset is equipped with Pancake lens design offering a 40% slimmer optical profile compared to Quest 2. Quest 3 weighs 515 grams, slightly more than Quest 2 (503 grams). While Quest 3 can function independently, you can also connect to your PC via the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/n5scBHr

Meta Quest 3 Pre-Orders Go Live, Mixed Reality Headset Starts Shipping October 10

Meta announced its newest Meta Quest 3 mixed reality headset back in June, promising twice the graphical performance of its predecessor, the Meta Quest 2. Now, with increased competition in the mixed reality segment from Apple, the company has revealed more details about its next-generation headset at its Meta Connect 2023 annual conference on Wednesday, including an ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/5h9rIjv

Lenovo Tab M11 leaks with renders and detailed specs sheet

Image
Lenovo launched at least five Tab M10 tablets over the past three years with no clear logic in their naming. The company finally decided to move on, and it is working on a Tab M11 slate. According to leaked renders and specs, the pioneer will be an entry level tablet. The leak stated the screen will be 11” while the battery capacity will be 7,040 mAh, enabling 10 hours of video playback on a charge. Lenovo Tab M11 Technically, the device's display will be a 10.95” LCD with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels and 400 nit brightness. In the bezel, there is going to be an 8 MP... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/z2tMAq1

Sony Xperia 5 V won't be coming to the US

Image
The Sony Xperia 5 V unveiled earlier this month recently went on sale in Europe, but there were questions about its availability in the US. Well, Sony has confirmed that the Xperia 5 V won't come to the US - at least not this year. In a statement to Android Police, Sony said it "will not [be] carrying the Xperia 5 V in the North American market this year. We want to focus on our flagship Xperia 1 V." That statement leaves room for interpretation since it suggests the Xperia 5 V could still come to the US in 2024. If that's the case, it would be quite late for Sony to begin selling... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/4NVz3cP

Google Podcasts is shutting down next year, YouTube Music to take over

Image
Another Google app will soon be phased out – Google Podcasts will cease to exist in 2024 as Google looks to move podcasts to YouTube Music. Google Podcasts launched in 2018 on Android and later made its way to web and iOS in 2020. Google Podcasts is being phased out by YouTube Music Google is looking to create a centralized podcast destination on YouTube Music and the plan is already in motion in the US where users can listen and watch podcasts on YouTube Music without a paid membership. Podcasts on YouTube Music in the US already features background playback, offline downloads... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/jUqMAnC

EU Commissioner wants Apple to open its ecosystem to competitors

Image
The European Commission, the executive arm of the European Union, introduced the Digital Markets Act (DMA) to ensure a higher degree of competition by preventing large companies from abusing their market power. One of the targeted companies is Apple, and according to Reuters, Commissioner of Internal Market Thierry Breton told Tim Cook he needs to open the ecosystem to competitors. Apple HQ in Europe, based in Cork, Republic of Ireland Breton revealed he met the Apple CEO in Brussels and told him Apple should allow iPhone users to benefit from competitive services, be it electronic... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/D9jrovz

Kuo: iPhone 15 Pro overheating due to compromised thermal design

Image
You can't have missed the reports that certain iPhone 15 Pro series phones have been found to overheat. People have been complaining about hot-running Pro models since they launched. Now, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has released a note, concluding that the A17 Pro chipset isn't to blame for the overheating but rather compromises Apple made in the design of the thermal system. The A17 Pro is built on TSMC's advanced new 3nm node, which is very efficient, but apparently still outputs more heat than the phone can dissipate. Apple's efforts to make the new iPhone Pro models lighter is the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/FVJqanO

macOS Sonoma official rollout begins

Image
Following its announcement at WWDC 23, macOS Sonoma is now available to download as a free software update for Mac users. You’ll need a 2018 or later MacBook Air, MacBook Pro or Mac mini to jump in. Owners of the 2019 or later iMac and Mac Pro are also onboard. The Mac Pro 2019 and 2023 are also supported as are the 2022 and 2023 Mac Studio models. The oldest supported device on the list is the 2017 iMac Pro. macOS Sonoma brings new home screen widgets, a presenter overlay feature for video conferencing, enhanced Safari features like browsing profiles and the ability to add webpages to... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/glL0eaK

Xiaomi 14 Pro certified with 120W charging support

Image
Xiaomi is already clearing the legal hurdles before launching its 14 series, and the Pro member of the lineup just got certified by 3C. The smartphone with model number 23116PN5BC will support 120W wired charging, just like two of its predecessors. The appearance on 3C (Chinese Compulsory Certification) means the phone passed mandatory testing and moved another step towards market availability. We already learned the Xiaomi 14 is coming with 90W charging, which is an upgrade over the 13 series, but apparently, the manufacturer is okay with sticking with 120W for the Pro... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/8aU3qW2

Apple iPhone 16 series tipped to come with a Capture Button

Image
The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max unveiled a couple of weeks ago feature Action Button, which replaced the mute switch and can perform multiple actions. However, according to MacRumors, next year's iPhone 16 series will also come with a capacitive button, internally called "Capture Button" and codenamed "Project Nova." The publication claims that this capacitive Capture Button will be located on the iPhone's right-side frame where the Power Button is positioned, albeit lower, where the mmWave cutout is on the iPhone 15 models. And since the Capture Button is placed where the mmWave... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/TFibZS0

Xiaomi 13T in for review

Image
Today, Xiaomi unleashed the 13T series and we have both new phones in for review. We unboxed the Pro, now it's time to unpack the Xiaomi 13T. Looking inside the retail box reveals one of the differences between the 13T and the Pro - the latter ships with a 120W charger, while the 13T gets a 67W brick to match its highest supported speed. It's nothing to scoff at, the 67W charger will bring the 13T's 5,000mAh battery from zero to 100% in 42 minutes We have the Black Xiaomi 13T with a shiny glass back. It's slippery and reflective and it immediately catches every dust particle... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/MScrwXb

Moto G84 review

Image
from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/J1GsWFd

iPhone 15 Pro Max teardown on iFixit reveals more of the same

Image
The iPhone 15 series received iFixit’s official teardown treatment and the results are a mixed bag. The 15 Pro models finally received the updated internal design where you can now directly remove the back glass without removing the display first. The internal components on the Pro models are still hidden behind the screen instead of the back glass like on the vanilla iPhone 15 and the 15 Plus. The big change with the 15 Pro models is that the back glass is now removable so cracked back repairs should will be faster and easier. iPhone 15 Pro Max There is one major caveat though as... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/RIoacXk

CMF Buds Pro review

Image
The Buds Pro are the first of the three products being launched under the CMF brand by Nothing. These are entry-level, affordable products, which Nothing wants to delineate from its main brand and its more premium offerings. The CMF Buds Pro are relatively basic earbuds with one major feature; you get active noise cancellation, which is rapidly becoming a must-have even in the entry-level segment. We see a lot of subpar implementations in this price range so it will be interesting to see how well it works on the CMF Buds Pro and how they perform in general. Unboxing Usually,... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/KLoYpd5

Samsung tipped to announce the Galaxy S24 series on January 18

Image
Samsung introduces its Galaxy S flagships in the first quarter of the year, a tradition going for over a decade. According to the latest tip, the Galaxy S24 series will arrive quite early - the Unpacked event is said to take place on January 18. The information comes from Ice Universe, a leakster with great track record with Samsung-related products. Galaxy S24 mockup renders Last time we saw a Samsung launch in January was in 2021 when the Galaxy S21 lineup was introduced. Back then, the reason was the company wanted to introduce a refreshed lineup in pandemic times to... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/bTWngIO

SAG-AFTRA Video Game Performers Vote to Authorise Strike Against Publishers and Studios

SAG-AFTRA members have voted to authorise a video game strike, with an overwhelming 98.32 percent in favour. This doesn’t necessarily mean that the strike is happening, but rather that the performers are serious about halting work if the union and video game companies fail to reach a proper agreement. Just like the writers’ strike, the actors are looking for fair ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/pgcMaT4

Samsung Galaxy A35 to come with a camera upgrade

Image
Samsung unveiled the Galaxy A34 in March, and we expect the Galaxy A35 to arrive during the same time next year. There's expectedly no word from Samsung about the Galaxy A35, but Dutch publication GalaxyClub has revealed some camera details about this smartphone. Samsung Galaxy A34 The publication claims the Samsung Galaxy A35 will come with a 50MP primary camera - an upgrade over the Galaxy A34's 48MP unit in terms of resolution. The primary camera will likely be joined by ultrawide and macro units, but it's unclear if those will get any upgrades. The Galaxy A34 features a 13MP... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/60PSk1u

More specs of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE duo appear online, will skip OLED panels

Image
Samsung is expected to host an event for Fan Edition devices, including the Galaxy S23 FE smartphone, Galaxy Buds FE audio wearables, and two tablets - Galaxy Tab S9 FE and FE+. More specs on the slate duo appeared online, and fans will not be happy with the findings. According to WinFuture, the big displays will be LCD and not OLED, which would be a big hit on battery consumption and color appearance. Also, only the Plus variant would reportedly work with an S Pen, making the non-Plus quite unattractive. Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE & Tab S9 FE+ The panel of the Galaxy Tab S9 FE... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/DoUsK9G

Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 debuts with notched screen, Kirin 9000s and 10,100 mAh battery

Image
Huawei held a product launch event in China earlier today where we got the new Mate 60 RS Ultimate Design edition alongside a new tablet entry dubbed MatePad Pro 13.2. As the name implies this tablet features a sizeable 13.2-inch OLED display with 1920 x 2880px resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. The panel sports a 3:2 aspect ratio and up to 1,000 nits peak brightness. There’s a 16MP front-facing camera housed inside a notch cutout 16MP on the horizontal side. The screen features impressively thin bezels. MatePad Pro 13.2 houses a total of six speakers and four microphones for optimal... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/L0lAjKq

Experiment: Apple iPhone 15 Pro's 28mm and 35mm modes are just digital crops

Image
Apple dedicated a few moments from its nearly 1-hour iPhone 15 presentation to the new Pro models' custom 28mm and 35mm shooting modes. Technically, you get a cropped 28mm or 35mm portion from the native 24mm primary lens and you get it in the same 24MP resolution as the default 24mm images. Apple says that with the iPhone 15 Pro, "it's like having seven pro lenses in your pocket". It's a convenient feature for those who prefer a focal length narrower than 24mm. You tap the 1x mode in the camera to go to 28mm (1.2x) and once again to 35mm (1.5x). You can even make either the default... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/nhoRbrs

Huawei Mate 60 RS Ultimate Design goes official

Image
For years, Huawei and Porsche Design partnered on special edition Mate series phones and smartwatches but that partnership ended with the Mate 50 RS Porsche Design last year. Huawei is now entering a new phase with its Ultimate Design lineup and the Mate 60 RS Ultimate Design is the first device in the new premium line. Specs-wise, Mate 60 RS Ultimate Edition is identical to the Mate 60 Pro+ featuring a 6.82-inch LTPO OLED, Kirin 9000s chipset, 48MP + 48MP + 40MP cameras and a 5,000 mAh battery. There are notable visual changes though as the Mate 60 RS Ultimate features a... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/P5JnvRl

Micron starts building semiconductor plant in India

Image
Micron laid the foundation for a new semiconductor plant in India, which will cost the company $2.75 billion (INR 22,500 crore). The investment will be for a chip assembly and test facility and will be in Sanand, Gujarat. The complex is being built by Tata Projects. The facility will focus on transforming wafers into Ball Grid Array (BGA) packages, memory modules and solid-state drives. The facility is known as Assembly, Test, Marking, and Packaging unit (ATMP) and will be located in an industrial park outside the city, placed on 93 acres (over 376,000 sq.m). The project will... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/qyHUD21

Samsung Galaxy A05 and A05s go official in Malaysia

Image
Samsung silently launched its latest Galaxy A-series members with the Galaxy A05 and Galaxy A05s. Both new phones feature 6.7-inch LCDs with HD+ resolution on the A05 and FHD+ resolution on the A05s. There’s a 13MP front facing cam on the A05s tucked inside a waterdrop notch and an 8MP shooter on the A05. Galaxy A05 and A05s cameras The big difference comes in the chipset department, where the A05s is equipped with the Snapdragon 680 while the A05 gets MediaTek’s Helio G85. Both phones come with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage which is expandable via microSD. Samsung Galaxy A05... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/fuzBxlA

Google Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro prices in the UK, US appear along with key specs

Image
Google is announcing the Pixel 8 duo on October 4. We already know what the phone would look like, and reports suggested a price increase in Continental Europe. Today, the alleged cost of the phone in the United Kingdom and the United States also popped up online, and one of the leaks also had key specs of the two phones. The Pixel 8 will start from £699/$699 and will have 8 GB RAM. The Pixel 8 Pro is said to be £999 in the UK but only $899 in the US with its new LTPO OLED screen. The Pixel Watch 2 would cost £349. The basic Pixel 8 is clearly a mild improvement over the predecessor... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/htEGQ38

Flashback: the time when SIM cards and microSD cards merged into one

Image
In a past installment we looked at the history of the memory card. The microSD emerged as the clear victor, but it might soon follow MMC and Memory Stick into the great beyond, at least as far as smartphones are concerned. These days a microSD slot is a rare sight. Even SIM cards are starting to sweat as Apple is sticking with its eSIM-only approach that started last year. Yes, it’s only in the US for now, but that seems more because of limited eSIM support by carriers globally than anything else, Apple’s preference seems clear – no card slots! And yes, we know that Apple wasn’t the first... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/hzciujY

Week 38 in review: Redmi Note 13 announced, iPhone 15 is now for sale

Image
Last week, we saw the arrival of the iPhone 15 series, and the new quartet is still dominating the headlines this week as it went on sale in the first wave of regions. Xiaomi introduced the Redmi Note 13 series in its home market. Honor made the V Purse concept a real phone albeit one that will only be sold in China. A bunch of Chinese makers found themselves in hot water, as Xiaomi phones are no longer for sale by carriers in Finland. At the same time, the Huawei Mate 60 Pro was found to have components of questionable origin – a 7nm chipset with 5G capabilities and SK Hynix RAM. On... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/io7p0eP

Weekly poll: is the Tecno Phantom V Flip the foldable you've been looking for?

Image
Earlier this year Tecno’s premium sub-brand released its first foldable phone, the Phantom V Fold. Now the company has unveiled its first flip foldable too, the Phantom V Flip. While it targets the premium market, Phantom still offers attractive pricing – the V Fold was the most affordable entry into its segment and so is the V Flip. Can the brand democratize flip foldables too? Let’s first have a look at the specs. The phone measures 88.77 x 74.05 x 14.95mm when folded and 171.72 x 74.05 x 6.95mm unfolded. The hinge can hold the display and cameras at any angle in the 30-150°... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/g5ysRAr

Huawei Watch GT 4 in for review

Image
Huawei launched the GT 4 last week at an event held in an amazing three-century-old gothic building in Barcelona. The wearable was introduced by Sir Mo Farah, one of the most decorated long-distance track athletes in the world, along with the stunning Pamela Reif, an influencer known for her workout videos. The smartwatch was introduced in seven different variations, and we received the 46 mm Rainforest Green with a braided composite strap and a Stainless Steel case. The Watch GT series generally sits in the Goldilocks Zone of Huawei wearables - with a design to match the Ultimate... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/JX2Fm4U

Android 14 might see lock screen widgets return, shortcuts are now customizable

Image
Remember when Android had widgets on the lock screen? Well, Android 14 might see the return of such widgets as Mishaal Rahman on X unearthed an intriguing reference in the latest Android 14 beta build. A new SystemUI flag named "widget_on_keyguard" suggests Google is working on bringing back widgets on the lock screen. However, since this is spotted on the latest Android 14 beta build designated for Pixels, it might be a Pixel-exclusive feature after all. And even though evidence is scarce, it makes sense for Google to bring back the feature since Apple implemented its widgets to... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/o8WGv4U

Weekly poll results: the iPhone 15 Pro Max is the clear fan favorite, the 15 Plus gets no love

Image
Last week’s poll leaves no secrets as to which of the new iPhone 15 models is the most popular – sure, it’s expensive, the periscope camera is an unknown and the older models are still competitive, but the iPhone 15 Pro Max is the one to have from this generation. Regardless of why it happened, the switch to USB-C is a big deal (especially with USB 3.1 speeds). The lighter build due to the switch to titanium matters too. And that longer lens on the tele camera addresses a long-standing shortcoming of Apple’s expensive flagship. And just as importantly, these are not things that you get... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/oDLC47W

Nothing Phone (2) vs. OnePlus 11

Image
Introduction There was once a time not long ago when OnePlus was a small underdog trying to break through in the smartphone realm. It successfully disrupted the market with competitive products and grew from there. Well, not without the help of the BBK corporation, but nevertheless, it is an underdog success story. Nowadays, Carl Pei, one of the co-founders of OnePlus, is trying to repeat his success in the realm by developing the Nothing brand. After the relative success of the original Nothing Phone (1), the company is now pushing a second model onto markets - the Nothing Phone... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/N8CTvlO

Lava Blaze Pro 5G's launch date and design revealed

Image
Indian handset maker Lava launched Lava Blaze Pro last September, followed by the Blaze 5G a month later. Now, Lava has announced it will launch the Blaze Pro 5G on September 26 in India at noon local time. The Lava Blaze Pro 5G is touted as the "King of 5G," and a video teaser posted by Lava on YouTube revealed the Blaze Pro 5G's design. 3 Days to go!Blaze Pro 5G is launching on 26th September, 12 PM on Youtube. Register here for the event: https://ift.tt/bQ2K8ma #KingOf5G #LavaMobiles pic.twitter.com/ypCnyDrZJn— Lava Mobiles (@LavaMobile) September 23, 2023 The Lava... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/jtNaBlF

iPhone 15 series shatters sales records in China

Image
Despite the homegrown competition in China, Apple's new iPhone 15 series managed to outpace the iPhone 14 family from last year. According to one of the country's biggest online retailers, JD.com, which has partnered with more than 4,000 Apple resellers, the first two hours of the launch saw a 253% uptick compared to last year. This signals a huge interest in the new iPhones and to everyone's surprise, orders from customers in lower-tier cities jumped six times. Despite the higher price tag, iPhone adoption seems to be spreading outside of major Chinese cities. According to market... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/o9je0yb

Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro appear in official-looking renders, color options revealed

Image
The Google Pixel 8 duo is set to make a debut on October 4, but by now, we know almost everything there is to know about Google's top-tier handsets for 2023. Except for one little detail - how the new colors look. A previous leak already revealed the color variants but without any visual confirmation. The Pixel 8 Pro will seemingly launch in Obsidian, Porcelain and Sky Blue. Interestingly, the Sky Blue paint job made an appearance with the most recent Pixel 8a live images. Only the Obsidian colorway is ported from the Pixel 7 Pro. Pixel 8 Pro in Obsidian, Sky Blue and... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/518ea97

Realme GT2 Pro gets Android 14-based Realme UI 5.0 early access

Image
Realme has announced the Android 14-based Realme UI 5.0 early access program for the Realme GT2 Pro in India and Russia. The company has started accepting applications for the same, and those interested can enroll in the program by enabling the Developer Mode on their GT2 Pro and navigating to its Settings > About device menu, clicking on the "realme UI 4.0" banner at the top, then click on the three-dot menu in the top-right corner, and then on Beta program > Early Access > Apply Now. Submit the required details to complete the application, and you'll receive the update if it's... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/SLatcBP

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 Lite arrive in Europe as OnePlus Buds Pro 2R

Image
Back in March, OnePlus launched a Lite version of its Buds Pro in China. These have today landed in Europe too, although under a different name: OnePlus Buds Pro 2R. They are the same exact thing, though, aside from the name - oh, and only the white version seems to be available for some reason. There's an introductory offer if you act fast, but there's a caveat which you should read on to find out. So, in Europe you can get the Buds Pro 2R for just €129, down €20 from the normal price of €149. To get the lower price, you just need to pre-order a pair until September 25 at 11:00 CEST from... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/QWX71Rv

Samsung Galaxy A55 specs surface, likely to use Exynos 1480 SoC

Image
Information about one of Samsung's most anticipated midranger, the Galaxy A55, is pretty scarce, so GalaxyClub's most recent findings lay a good foundation for the upcoming rumors. After all, if Samsung sticks its schedule, the A55 should come around March next year. Sources close to the publication unearthed the handset's SoC and main camera specs. Reportedly, Samsung is carrying out an internal testing of the Galaxy A55 with a SoC with model number S5E8845, which we believe to be the still-unannounced Exynos 1480 chip. That's because the Exynos 1380 and 1280 carry model numbers... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles https://ift.tt/Psc9QAo