The Xiaomi Mi 6 might have a bigger Plus variant: full specs sheets leak online

The Xiaomi Mi 6 has been frequenting the rumor mill for quite some time now, but this is only the second time we are hearing of a Plus variant. It popped up in a new specs sheet leak, with at least one pretty interesting features to its name - a dual-camera setup. The specs summary also mentions a 5.7-inch display, putting the alleged Mi 6 Plus squarely...

Working Samsung Galaxy S8+ unit spotted in the wild

We're definitely on a row today, even by Galaxy S8 leak standard. First a coral blue dye shot, then a size comparison and an impressively extensive list of official accessories and prices. So, once again from the top, we guess - another set of leaked shots of the Samsung Galaxy S8+ has surfaced online. Still, you might want to hold up for a bit,...

Google is working on a group photo editing app

For all its infinite wisdom in crawling, indexing and finding information online, Google seems to be employing a rather odd "bate every line an see what bites" strategy when it comes to its other services. This has been a trend for a few years now, with the company's ecosystem constantly changing. Just a few hours ago, the Hangouts team announced...

Here are some of the official Samsung Galaxy S8 accessories and their price tags

A new leak claims to have the scoop on a few of Samsung's official accessories for the upcoming Galaxy S8 pair. The never-ending tidal wave of leaks has now virtually unraveled and touched upon nearly every single aspect of the devices, making it almost amusing to see the length leaksters are going to for some fresh info in these final days, leading...

Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ get sized up against other handsets on video

The avalanche of Galaxy S8 content is pretty much out of control at this point. We've had rumors, leaks, live shots and renders, specs sheets and benchmarks, you name it. Even the occasional video. Now, you can add one more clip to the list, a pretty daring one, to say the least. Apparently, we have now reached a saturation point so odd that the...

Samsung Gear IconX officially going for under $150 in US

The Samsung Gear IconX has received an official price cut in the United States. A quick look at the South Korean company's US website reveals the wireless headphones are listed for $149.99, down $50 from the usual price. Although the listing says it's a limited-time deal, there's no information on exactly when it ends. Among third party retailers,...

BlackBerry Priv on AT&T getting March security update

The AT&T variant of the BlackBerry Priv has started receiving a new update. Arriving as build number AAJ925, the update brings along the latest security patch, bumping the security patch level to March 5. Aside from security fixes, the update is also said to include some performance-related optimizations as well as regular bug fixes. The roll...

Google will cease SMS support in Hangouts

Google is announcing several changes to its suite of messaging platforms. Hopefully by the end of this post, you'll have a better understanding of what Google is actually trying to do. TL;DR available at the end of this post. If you remember, Google had already announced that Hangouts would transition to a collaboration/productivity-oriented platform....

Movado Connect Android Wear 2.0 smartwatch looks like a Movado watch

Earlier this month the Movado group announced its commitment to developing a bunch of Android Wear smartwatches, including one that would bear the Movado brand. However, that press release was devoid of any images of the device. Fast forward to today at Baselworld, the world's most important watch trade show, and the company has decided to share...

Lenovo sells 3 million Moto M units in less than six months

Lenovo's Moto M launched last November as a premium-looking mid-range handset. It's been offered in a few markets so far, and apparently it's managed to sell quite well. According to a new (and sadly unsourced) report, more than 3 million Moto M units have been sold since its release less than six months ago. That's not at all bad for the Motorola...

Honor 6X vs. ZTE Blade V8 Pro: Dual camera duel

CES brought a couple of new smartphone entries into the US market. Notably, a couple of smartphones, both from Chinese phone makers, in the ultra-value segment (sub-$300). Honor had already announced the Honor 6X a few months before it brought the 6X to the States at the CES announcement. Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/honor_6x_vs_zte_blade_v...

Watch the launch films for Galaxy Tab S3 and Galaxy Book

Samsung just posted the so-called Official Launch Films for the Galaxy Tab S3 Android slate and the Galaxy Book Windows convertible. The Galaxy Tab S3 is already on pre-order in a number of countries and is even hitting the shelves in the US so the promo is just in time to generate a bit of hype. And the Galaxy Tab S3 deserves it, really - it's a...

Samsung will disable charging on remaining Galaxy Note 7 units

After limiting the charging on some Galaxy Note 7 units to 60% and outright stopping it for devices in the US, Samsung will issue a new update to end the charging of the remaining Galaxy Note 7s around the world. Samsung has reported that it has regained around 97% of Galaxy Note 7 units but it seems some are still holding on to their units. In the...

Gionee A1 launched in India for $305

Gionee has launched A1 smartphone in India. The phone is priced at INR 19,999 ($305) and will be available offline and online. The Gionee A1 has a 5.5-inch 1080p IPS LCD, MediaTek MT6755 chipset, 4GB RAM, 64GB expandable storage, 13 megapixel rear camera, 16 megapixel front camera, dual SIM, fingerprint sensor, 4010mAh battery with fast charging,...

Apple Store down in anticipation of today's launches: red iPhones, 9.7" iPads and more

Apple was on fire this week - it unveiled the iPhone 7 (Product) Red, doubled the storage of the iPhone SE, unveiled a new, cheaper iPad 9.7, it even added more watch strap options. And predictably the Apple Store is down. You are greeted wit a "we'll be back" message in a variety of languages. This is fitting since the red iPhone 7 will launch globally...

Black Sheep: the story of it took so long to get OnePlus 3T in Midnight Black

The Midnight Black color option of the OnePlus 3T seems new, it's barely over a week old, if you count the colette limited edition. However, the behind-the-scene video tells a very different story - Black was the original color of the OnePlus 3. It goes back to the beginning - the OnePlus One and its signature Sandstone Black. Its successor also...

Alcatel A30 and Moto G5 Plus are the new Prime-exclusive phones

Amazon has added two phones to its Prime Exclusive Phones program in the US - the Motorola Moto G5 Plus and the Alcatel A30. Paid Amazon Prime members can get the Alcatel A30 for $59.99 (down from $99.99) and the Moto G5 Plus for $184.99 (down from $229.99). If you're unfamiliar with the Prime Exclusive Phones program here's the rundown. Amazon will...

Design sketch shows Nokia flagship with a dual camera and Zeiss lens

Reliable leakster Nokibar got hold of design sketches of a high-end Nokia handset - one with a Zeiss-branded dual camera. HMD already hinted that it might partner up with Zeiss, but this model will kill two birds with one stone - a return to quality optics and a jump into the growing dual camera segment. Nokias of the past have had some of the most...

Xiaomi Mi 6 variants and prices leak

The latest rumor about the upcoming Xiaomi Mi 6 shines a light on the possible models and their pricing and it also mentions a Xiaomi Mi 6 Plus model. Xiaomi Mi 6 variants and pricing: 4GB RAM + 32GB ROM CNY 1,999/€ 268 4GB RAM + 64GB ROM CNY 2,299/€ 308 6GB RAM + 128GB ROM CNY 2,699/€ 362 Xiaomi Mi 6 Plus variants and pricing: 4GB RAM + 64GB ROM...

Meizu M621C-S clears TENAA with octa-core CPU, 5.5-inch display

A new Meizu smartphone has been certified by Chinese telecommunication authority TENAA. Listed as M621C-S, the device is powered by a chipset with octa-core 1.8GHz procesor, and sports a 5.5-inch full HD display. RAM options include 2GB, 3GB, and 4GB, while storage options include 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB. There's a 13MP main camera, and a 5MP front...

LG G5 and V10 on AT&T getting March security patch

AT&T has started pushing out a new update to LG G5 and LG V10 units on its network. Arriving as build number NRD90U and MRA58K, and weighing in at 67MB and 57MB, respectively, the update brings Android security fixes for March. Given that the roll out has just begun, it may take time for the update notification to pop up on your device. You can...

Dell's UP3218K UltraSharp 32-inch 8K monitor (worth $5,000) goes on sale

Remember the Dell UP3218K UltraSharp 32-inch with its astonishing 8K resolution? Well, the monitor is now available for purchase. As promised at its CES announcement, the UP3218K UltraSharp has a whopping $5,000 price tag. The listing reveals a shipment date of April 17. 8K is 7680x4320 pixels for a total resolution of approximately 33 megapixels....

LG says unlocked G6 coming soon to US

If you are in the United States and are waiting for the LG G6 to be made available in unlocked form, you might not have to wait for long. A quick look at the company's US website reveals unlocked LG G6 is listed as "coming soon." Sadly, an exact date isn't yet known. Also, not known is the price tag unlocked G6 will carry. But we expect these details...

T-Mobile is already shipping pre-ordered LG G6 units

Like all the carriers except Verizon, T-Mobile is releasing the LG G6 on April 7. Right? Well, sort of. The magenta "Un-carrier" seems to be intent on spoiling Verizon's exclusive launch window for the G6, by shipping pre-orders early. Verizon is going to be the first US carrier to have the G6 available, on March 30. T-Mobile, on the other hand,...

Nextbit Robin starts receiving final Android 7.0 Nougat update

Back in November of last year, Nextbit started a closed beta program for its Android 7.0 Nougat update for the Robin smartphone. Many builds and many months later, today the final form of that update is finally going out to all Nextbit Robin owners. Of course, as this is a staged rollout, it may take a while before it reaches all units in the wild....

Facebook Messenger gets reactions and mentions in conversations

Facebook's Messenger is continuing its quest to add as many features as possible. The latest additions are reactions (which was in testing for a while) and mentions. Both of these will be rolling out across the world "in the coming days". You'll be able to react to any single message in a thread, and choose between seven different reactions to do...

Verizon launches LG K20 V, Samsung Galaxy J7 V

Today Verizon is adding two new smartphones to its roster, both of the mid-range type. They are the LG K20 V and the Samsung Galaxy J7 V, both Verizon-specific variations of devices we've already heard about. While the LG K20 V is basically just a K10 (2017) with a different paint job and new chipset, the Galaxy J7 V is this carrier's interpretation...

Misfit Vapor runs Android Wear 2.0 after all, arrives in late summer for $199

Back in January at CES, Misfit announced its first proper smartwatch, the Vapor. At the time though this was said to run a proprietary platform, and not Android Wear. Well, fast forward to today at Baselworld, and the company finally unveiled some more details about the Vapor - including the fact that it does run Android Wear 2.0 after all. That's...

So the Huawei P9 Lite is getting Nougat after all

It seems that the Huawei P9 Lite may be receiving the Android 7.0 update after all. We got a tip in the mail that one owner of a SIM free P9 Lite has gotten an over the air update on his phone in Japan. The reader isn't enrolled in the beta testing program so this shouldn't be an unfinished build of Nougat. The firmware sports the build number VNS-L22C635B361...

Galaxy S8 and S8+ to be even more expensive than previously thought

It's been a few hours since the last Galaxy S8-related leak, so here's another one. But brace yourselves, for this one brings some bad news about the pricing of the S8 and S8+. And yes, that's even worse news than before. If you thought the previously rumored prices of €799 and €899, respectively, for the two handsets, were too high, well, it turns...

Samsung showcases many Gear S3-based concepts at Baselworld, including a pocket watch

Baselworld is the world's biggest trade show for the watch industry, and Samsung is at Baselworld this year. The Korean company really wants you to know that it's participating in Baselworld this year, so it's announced a bunch of concepts based on the Gear S3 smartwatches. To make them, Samsung's partnered with renowned watch designer Yvan Arpa....

Samsung Gear S3 classic LTE escapes South Korea, is on its way to AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon

A couple of months ago an LTE-capable version of Samsung's Gear S3 classic smartwatch surfaced in its home country of South Korea as an exclusive to one of the carriers over there. Fast forward to today, and this model is now officially announced for international markets. That includes the US, as you'd expect, where the new Gear S3 classic LTE will...

New renders of Xiaomi Mi 6 show a dual camera

A few low-res renders have surfaced from China showing what is allegedly the Xiaomi Mi6 and specifically its dual rear camera. However the leaked renders don't offer any information regarding the specifics of the cameras. Xiaomi Mi6 renders The Mi 6 rumors aren't solid at the moment - they point to either a 5.5" LCD or a 5.2" one, there are whispers...

HMD prepares to launch the new Nokias in 120 markets simultaneously

HMD wants to make up for lost time by launching its new Nokia lineup in 120 markets - simultaneously. Yep, the Nokia 6, Nokia 5 and Nokia 3, even the Nokia 3310 feature phone will launch in most of the world at the same time. That time is Q2 2017, according to an official from HMD. The company will not attempt to launch its phones on the same day,...

ZTE posts a loss in final quarter of 2016 due to US fine

ZTE was accused of violating US trade sanctions against Iran and North Korea and the company plead guilty to those charges. It has agreed to pay a settlement of $892 million, a fine that pushed the company's bottom line in the red - a $760 million loss for the final quarter of 2016. The company could be on the hook for another $300 million if it...

Fossil promises 300 smart wearables through its 14 brands in 2017

As Basselworld 2017 unfolds Android Wear is making more and more headlines. Watchmakers Fossil Group has announced that it will unleash more than 300 smartwatches and hybrid watches across its considerable 14 brands this year. The brands in question are some of the most popular around - Adidas, Diesel, Burberry, Karl Legerfeld, DKNY, Marc Jacobs,...

Target will start taking pre-orders for the Galaxy S8 and S8+ on April 2

Could it be? In the US, pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ may start earlier than the ones in South Korea. A Target brochure for the first week of next month let it slip that the pre-oders will begin on April 2. There's freebies too - a Gear VR with either version of the S8 along with a $100 gift card. By the way, this is the latest...

US-bound S8 units will come with Galaxy branding on the back

Another day, another Galaxy S8 image. Honestly, it's hard keeping track with the endless stream of renders and photos of the upcoming flagship pair. Yes, we've all seen the new curvy shape and pondered on the size difference between the S8 and S8+. Galaxy-branded (U.S. model) pic.twitter.com/dnGhK5lLCz— Evan Blass (@evleaks) March 23, 2017 This latest...

iPhone 7 (Product) Red proves popular in China, passes 350,000 registrations

The red iPhones a proving to be a hit in China. Over 350,000 people have registered their interest in them (note that these registrations are not as binding as pre-orders). These are not branded (Product) Red and make no mention of charity (usually, buying Red means a portion of the money is donated). The iPhone 7 with 128GB storage (no 32GB option...

Two Meizu phones pass through China's 3C certification authority

A couple of Meizu phones have passed what's known as China Compulsory Certification (3C). One is listed as Meizu M741Y, the other carries the M741A model number. Except 18W fast charge, the listings doesn't reveal anything else about the devices. It's worth mentioning that the M741Y has already received radio transmission approval in the Asian country,...

Oppo F3 Plus launched in India, will be followed by F3 in May

Oppo has launched the F3 Plus smartphone in India. It is part of Oppo's Selfie Expert series of phones with prominence on the front facing camera performance. The F3 Plus has a unibody aluminum design with a six-string antenna pattern. On the front is the dual front facing camera system. One of them has 16 megapixel resolution with 1/3-inch sensor...

New Samsung Galaxy Note 4 update optimizes battery usage

Samsung has started pushing out a new update to its Galaxy Note 4 smartphone. Arriving as version XXS1DQC3 and weighing in at around 403MB, the update brings along several changes, including Android security fixes for March. Aside from the latest security patch, the update also includes battery-related optimizations as well as changes aimed at improving...

LG G6 pre-orders in Australia include a free 43-inch smart TV

We already know the LG G6 is set to be launched in Australia on March 28, and it will be a Telstra-exclusive at launch. The carrier has now started accepting pre-orders for the device, and LG has kicked off a promo, offering a smart TV with each purchase of the phone. The TV in question is an LG 2017 43" FHD smart TV, and only those purchasing the...

BlackBerry Keyone gets FCC certified

The BlackBerry Keyone went official late last month and now has its Federal Communications Commission (FCC) papers for entering the United States - a development which usually indicates an imminent launch. In Germany, pre-orders for the device have already begun, while in the UK, Unlocked Mobiles is currently accepting pre-registrations for the handset....

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 UK launch delayed by a week

The UK launch of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 has been pushed by a week. Previously, pre-orders were scheduled to ship beginning March 31, but a quick look at the company's UK website now reveals the date has been changed to April 7. There's currently no information on exactly why the date has been pushed, but let's just hope there aren't any further...

Nintendo issues fix for Nintendo Switch Joy-Con signal problems

If you haven't heard, several early Nintendo Switch adopters have been having issues with connectivity of the left Joy-Con controller while the right side had no apparent issues. During this time, enthusiasts have been performing a DIY repair that involved opening the Joy-Con and adding wire to the Bluetooth antenna, improving connectivity and eliminating...

Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) review: Marathoner with a punch

A Samsung for every taste - that seems to be the main mantra of the Korean giant as of late, as evident by its sprawling and ever-expanding smartphone lineup. We guess it's always good to have more options, but we just can't shake the feeling that some of Samsung's recent creations are beginning to overlap and thread in each other's territory - at...

Moto G5 Plus goes on pre-order in the UK, it will have a blue version too

Yesterday some press renders of an upcoming color version for Lenovo's Moto G5 leaked. And after we saw the Blue Sapphire G5, today it's time to take a look at the blue version of the Moto G5 Plus (pictured to the left). Yes, it turns out that the G5's higher-end sibling is also going to be clad in blue at some point in the future. In the meantime...

Facebook Live streaming is now possible from your desktop too

Facebook Live, the social network's live streaming functionality, became available for the masses last year. However, since then it's only been usable on mobile devices - so if you wanted to broadcast a live stream, you had to do that from a phone or tablet. Not anymore, though. The company is announcing that starting today live streaming to Facebook...

New LeEco smartphone gets benchmarked with Android 7.1.2 and Helio X20 SoC

While we wait for that oft-leaked Le X850 handset to become official, LeEco has started teasing a new smartphone yesterday, saying that it wants to strike a good balance between performance and battery life with it. This teaser may in fact refer to the Le X850, but it could also be about an entirely new phone. That's because an oddly named "LeMobile...