Buy a Nokia 6 (2018), 7 plus or 8 Sirocco in the UK, receive a Google Home Mini

Nokia is giving away free Google Home Minis with the purchase of a Nokia 6 (2018) (a.k.a. 6.1), Nokia 7 plus, and Nokia 8 Scirocco in the UK and Ireland. To redeem the smart speaker, you need to buy one of the three phones and hit Nokia up with the IMEI between May 2 and June 14. Be sure to check out our review of the Nokia 7 plus You can also grab a phone for yourself and two family members and get a speaker for each as the offer is good for up to 3 Home Minis per household. That's one way to get those sales numbers, we reckon. Source

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_6_2018_7_plus_8_sirocco_uk_google_home_mini-news-30655.php

Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge Oreo updates coming on May 18

New day, new info on the seemingly inevitable, yet never actually happening, Android 8.0 Oreo updates for the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge. This time it's courtesy of the Samsung-run Turkish website that translates to "Are we up to date?" which we've referenced in the past, again in connection with the S7. Well, the quoted date is now May 18 for the S7 and S7 edge (up from April 13 last time). The Galaxy A3 (2017), A5 (2017), and A7 (2017) will follow next, on June 1 (previously May 25). Obviously, as with last time, those deadlines may or may not be met. Samsung...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s7_and_s7_edge_oreo_updates_may_18-news-30654.php

LG Q7 receives FCC certification

The LG Q7 is methodically gathering the certifications needed before official launch. After it became clear a couple of days ago that it's been certified in Russia alongside the G7, the Q7 has now cleared the US FCC - or at least that's what we're making of the ZNFQ710TS model name that's popped up in the regulator's database. Details on the handset's specs have been scarce, and that's not going to change with this FCC filing. Occasionally, we've been lucky and the FCC ID location in the menus has revealed something like battery capacity, but not today. In any case, if the G6/Q6...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/lg_q7_receives_fcc_certification-news-30653.php

Unknown Xiaomi 6-incher visits TENAA - dual camera, but 720p display

Xiaomi's model lineup is looking more confusing by the day, particularly in the lower end, and a new device revealed on TENAA isn't going to help. The Chinese regulator has certified a smartphone that goes by the model designation M1803E6E and we have it pegged for the next Redmi, but who knows. It's got a Redmi-grade display resolution - 720p, but a Redmi Note diagonal - 5.99 inches (at this point why not call it 6 inches?). It's an LCD in an 18:9 aspect ratio, though that doesn't help with assigning a 'Note' moniker or not. The number that does point to a non-Note is in the battery...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/unknown_xiaomi_6incher_visits_tenaa__dual_camera_but_720p_display-news-30652.php

New update to Verizon LG V30 makes it V30ThinQ, brings AI Cam

Verizon has started pushing out a new update to LG V30 units on its network. The update arrives as software version VS99620b, and brings along multiple changes, including ThinQ branding and AI cam. To begin with, post update, the start screen of the device will show LG V30ThinQ (instead of LG V30). This has been done to reflect "the new artificial intelligence integration." Another change comes in the form of AI Cam, which analyzes subjects in your frame and recommends one of 4 different filters. Recommendations are based on a total of 8 categories, including people, pets, food,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_update_to_verizon_lg_v30_brings_thinq_branding_and_ai_cam-news-30651.php

The future of SMS - RCS messaging - to be called "Chat", Android is all in

In a statement to The Verge, Google has confirmed that it plans to put all of Allo's resources into smoothing the way for RCS or Rich Communication Services. This is a new standard that it set to replace SMS and will soon be compatible across most major carriers around the world. The Universal RCS Profile supports read receipts, typing notifications, larger image and video file sharing, and will work over Wi-Fi and LTE. The consumer name for this platform will simply be called "Chat". Rather than Google try to make an iMessage Clone, it has decided to embrace the existing RCS Profile and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_future_of_sms__rcs_messaging__to_be_called_chat_android_is_all_in-news-30649.php

Nokia 7 plus review

Running out of single-digit numbers in its ever-growing portfolio, the reborn Nokia has started adding words - the high-end Nokia 8 Sirocco is worthy of an iconic moniker from the past, while simpler phones only get a 'plus', with a lowercase 'p' at that! But the Nokia 7 plus isn't looking half-bad - capital 'P' material at least.

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_7_plus-review-1752.php

LG G7's extra button on the side is apparently for Google Assistant

The LG G7 ThinQ will become official on May 2. A steady flow of leaks has recently emerged about it, and one detail was pretty worrying: the G7 was said to have an extra button on the side for some AI features. Naturally, many people assumed it would develop its own virtual assistant like Samsung did with Bixby, and then force it upon people. Today a new report claims that won't be the case, and instead the new button is meant solely to provide access to the Google Assistant. In an Android world that needs less duplication of features from OEMs, not more, this is definitely a welcome...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/lg_g7s_extra_button_on_the_side_is_apparently_for_google_assistant-news-30648.php

iPhone SE 2 to come in May with A10 Fusion chipset, missing 3.5mm jack

According to a new rumor originating at some unnamed case makers, Apple will launch the long-awaited iPhone SE 2 in May. The name isn't set in stone, however, keep that in mind. The new device will be powered by Apple's A10 Fusion chipset, which made its debut in the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus back in 2016. That would be an upgrade from the original iPhone SE's A9 SoC. Purported iPhone SE 2 casings In making the new model more 'modern', Apple will remove the 3.5mm headphone jack, although the dimensions of the second-generation SE will be very close, if not identical, to those of its...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iphone_se_2_to_come_in_may_with_a10_fusion_chipset_missing_35mm_jack-news-30647.php

Verizon users notified of Oreo update for Galaxy S7 and S7 edge, don't get it

Not funny, Verizon. People have been waiting for the Oreo update for the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge for a long time - these may be 2016 phones, but they are still flagships! So, when the Verizon Support page showed that the duo is finally getting the update, people's heart leapt for joy. Now imagine their disappointment when they found it's just a security update. The April security patch specifically. Sure, security is important, but this kind of fake-out isn't necessary. Promises, promises... The update should roll out in earnest tomorrow. Should. Source 1 | Source 2 | Source 3

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/verizon_users_notified_of_oreo_update_for_galaxy_s7_and_s7_edge_dont_get_it-news-30646.php

Mystery Nubia NX617J is revealed by TENAA and Geekbench

A new ZTE Nubia smartphone is nearing release. The mystery phone, which we'll refer to as NX617J, has passed certification with the TENAA and subsequently showed up on Geekbench. Specs-wise the NX617J has a 6-inch 18:9 screen of 2160x1080px resolution and a Snapdragon 625 chipset. It will be offered with 3GB, 4GB and 6GB of RAM and either 32GB or 128GB of embedded memory, which will be expandable. ZTE Nubia NX617J The ZTE Nubia NX617J will be a hefty device at 194g but there's a good reason for it - it packs a 4,870mAh battery inside. The final details are the cameras and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/mystery_nubia_nx617j_is_revealed_by_tenaa_and_geekbench-news-30643.php

18:9 Panasonic Eluga L7 launched in India with beefy battery and modest price tag

Panasonic today announced the Eluga L7 in India. The phone is highlighted by its 18:9 5.45-inch "Big View" display, large 4,000mAh battery and affordable INR 6,499 (~€80) price tag. The Eluga L7 goes on sale on April 24, and it will be a Flipkart exclusive. The modest price tag nets you a reasonably specced phone. There are two 8MP f/2.0 cameras - an autofocus one on the back and a fixed-focus selfie snapper and the main one churns out 1080p video. The screen packs a resolution of 1440x720px and at 5.46-inch it's compact but not small. The chipset on board is a MediaTek MT6737H...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/189_panasonic_eluga_l7_launched_in_india_with_beefy_battery-news-30640.php

Full Meizu 15, 15 Plus, and M15 specs leak in brochure

In the rush to prepare for Sunday's event someone lost track of a brochure that neatly lists out all the specs for the Meizu 15, the 15 Plus as well as the Meizu M15 (the lite model). The Meizu 15 duo shares a 12 MP + 20 MP dual camera. The main shooter has large 1.55 µm pixels and a fairly bright f/1.8 aperture. The selfie cam is a single 20 MP shooter. Unavoidably, the cameras have AI features to enhance your photos. Both phones have OLED screens with 1080p+ resolution but different sizes - the Plus model has a 5.95" panel, the regular Meizu 15 has a 5.46" one. The Meizu 15 Plus is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/full_meizu_15_15_plus_and_m15_specs_leak_in_brochure-news-30638.php

Nokia 8 Sirocco and Nokia 7 Plus now available for pre-order in India

While the launch was announced earlier this month, the Nokia 8 Sirocco and Nokia 7 plus are finally available for pre-order in India. Both can be had from Nokia.com or individually from other online stores - the 7 plus is on Amazon, the 8 Sirocco is on Flipkart. Check out the table below for prices and additional info. Nokia 7 plus Nokia 8 Sirocco Price INR 26,000 INR 50,000 Shipping starts In 13-14 days April 30 Stores Nokia.com Nokia.com ...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_8_sirocco_and_nokia_7_plus_now_available_for_preorder_in_india-news-30637.php

vivo V9 Youth launched in India - toned down V9 for INR 18,990

Vivo is treating Indian fans of its V9 to a cheaper sidekick with the same level of charm but a lower price tag. The vivo V9 Youth shares much of what makes the V9 proper good but reduces its INR 22,990 (~ €280) price tag to INR 18,990 (~ €230). The vivo V9 Youth uses a Snapdragon 450 in place of the Snapdragon 626 in the V9 and has a 16MP+2MP dual camera in place of its 16MP+5MP - note that there's no 4K video recording. The selfie camera is a new 16MP snapper instead of the 24MP of the V9. It still does Face unlock to save you the trouble of reaching for the back-mounted...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_v9_youth_launched_in_india__toned_down_v9_for_inr_18990-news-30636.php

Meizu 15 Plus stops by Geekbench with 6GB of RAM and Android 7.0

The Meizu 15 and 15 Plus are relentless when it comes to benchmarks. First the Meizu 15 Plus revealed its Exynos 8895 chipset on AnTuTu, then the smaller Meizu 15 passed by Geekbench with a Snapdragon chip (either a 660 or 635) and now it's the 15 Plus' first run on Geekbench. The chipset isn't specified, other than its cores and clock speed (8x1.69GHz) but we have no reason to doubt that it's the same Exynos 8895 that is used in Samsung's 2017 flagship phones. Just like the Meizu 15 Plus that was tested on AnTuTu, this one also has 6GB of RAM. The Meizu 15 Plus and Meizu 15...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/meizu_15_plus_stops_by_geekbench_with_6gb_of_ram_and_android_70-news-30635.php

Deal: Sony Xperia XZ Premium drops to $524.99, $275 less than its initial price

Sony took the wraps off its Xperia XZ2 Premium this week, and that means its predecessor is getting cheaper. The XZ Premium from last year can now be purchased for just $524.99. That's a whopping $275 less than the phone's initial price in the US, namely $799.99. The XZ Premium got its first price cut after only two months of availability, but even if you count from that $699.99 level, you're still getting $175 off with this deal. Previously, we've seen the XZ Premium going for $585 and $550, but never as low as $524.99. If you want a handset with a 4K screen and don't mind the huge...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/deal_sony_xperia_xz_premium_drops_to_52499_275_less_than_its_initial_price-news-30632.php

Microsoft finally runs out of Windows Phones

Last year Microsoft finally confirmed that Windows Phone is dead, but even after that point it still sold some such devices through its official online store. Not anymore, though. Today there are zero Windows Phones in stock at the Microsoft Store, and we assume the company isn't going to replenish those stocks. So it's yet another good opportunity to bid farewell to Microsoft's Windows Phone experiment, now that you can't even purchase the HP Elite x3 for $299, alcatel Idol 4s for $99.99, or the Idol 4s with VR goggles in a bundle for $169. We assume it took this long for the stocks to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/microsoft_finally_runs_out_of_windows_phones-news-30631.php

Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ get April security update in Europe, improved stability

Samsung is now rolling out a new update (based on Android Oreo) for the Galaxy S8 and S8+ in Europe. Specifically, people in Germany have received it already. It's a 570MB download that will install software version G950FXXU1CRD7 for the S8, and G955FXXU1CRD7 for the S8+. This brings with it the April security patches, both the batch that Google released, as well as Samsung's own fixes for its software. Additionally, the new release packs stability improvements for the camera, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi. So if you've been having reliability issues with any of those, don't postpone applying...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s8_and_s8_get_april_security_update_in_europe_improved_stability-news-30630.php

Moto E5 Plus and E5 hands-on review

Motorola made its big media day mostly about its best-seller Moto G-series, focusing on the ever more flagship-looking Moto G6 Plus, Moto G6 Play and plain Moto G6. But the E5 and the E5 Plus, which were also announced today are too well-rounded to be ignored.

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/moto_e5_plus_e5_hands_on-review-1751.php

Moto Z Play receives Android 8.0 Oreo update in India

Motorola has started sending out the update to Android 8.0 Oreo for the Moto Z Play in India. It comes as a 1.12GB download, so if your data plan is limited make sure to grab it via Wi-Fi. After installation, your Moto Z Play will be on software version OPN27.76-12-22, with the April 1, 2018 security patch level. The latter is a nice surprise given how appallingly mid-rangers are usually treated when it comes to security fixes. That said, the Moto Z Play is unlikely to receive another update for some time (or ever), so hopefully no huge vulnerabilities will be fixed by forthcoming monthly...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/moto_z_play_receives_android_80_oreo_update_in_india-news-30629.php

Sony 3D Creator update for Xperia XZ Premium, XZ1, and XZ1 Compact brings 3D selfies

Today Sony has issued an update to its 3D Creator app for the Xperia XZ Premium, XZ1, and XZ1 Compact. Once you install it, you'll get access to the features announced at MWC alongside the XZ2 and XZ2 Compact. You will be able to capture "super-fast" 3D selfies and then share them directly to Facebook or even 3D print them. Additionally, 3D Creator output is now more detailed and has more definition, thanks to the post-scan cloud processing rendering your 3D scans in 4K textures. That should make for greater realism, apparently. 3D Creator lets you capture anything, from food to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_3d_creator_update_for_xperia_xz_premium_xz1_and_xz1_compact_brings_3d_selfies-news-30628.php

ZTE Nubia Z18 mini first sale is done, next one is on April 25

The ZTE Nubia Z18 mini was announced earlier this month and as promised it went on sale in China today. Price-wise, the 6GB+64B model costs CNY 1,799 (around €230), the 6GB+128GB one is CNY 2,099 (around €270) and the purple Provence Edition costs CNY 2,199 (just about €280). But there are limited available units, so ZTE has resorted to flash sales. The first one was today, and the next one is on April 25. You can sign up for the next flash sale on ZTE's Nubia website (source link below). It would be interesting to see how many units ZTE has sold today. But as of now, the maker...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/zte_nubia_z18_mini_goes_on_sale_in_china-news-30624.php

Here are the European prices for the Moto G6 and E5 families

Motorola just announced the new Moto G and Moto E series smartphones and we already have some information for consumers in Europe. Dutch retailer Belsimpel has all the new phones listed (save for the Moto E5 Play which is US only) complete with prices and availability info. Starting with the Moto G6, it's the only phone on pre-order with no set date for availability. If the availability of the other models is anything to go by, the Moto G6 will be available sometime after the end of May. The Moto G6 Plus is listead as availble in 3 weeks, which puts it sometime in the middle of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/here_are_the_european_prices_for_the_moto_g6_and_e5_families-news-30626.php

Moto E5 Plus has a 5,000 mAh battery, is joined by the Moto E5 and E5 Play

Motorola unveiled three affordable E-series phones, which in many ways mirror the new G6 trio. All three phones will launch "in the coming months" with Android 8.0 Oreo and even the most affordable model has a fingerprint reader hidden in the Motorola logo along with water-repellent coating. Also, the selfie cameras have LED flashes and your photos can be stored at full resolution at Google Photos for free. But don't think of these as the junior team, we think this first one might actually be a better phone than the Moto G6 Play (and at a lower cost to boot). Moto E5 Plus The Moto E5...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/moto_e5_plus_has_a_5000_mah_battery_is_joined_by_the_moto_e5_and_e5_play-news-30625.php

Moto E5 Plus has a 5,000 mAh battery, is joined by the Moto E5 and E5 Plus

Motorola unveiled three affordable E-series phones, which in many ways mirror the new G6 trio. All three phones will launch "in the coming months" with Android 8.0 Oreo and even the most affordable model has a fingerprint reader hidden in the Motorola logo along with water-repellent coating. Also, the selfie cameras have LED flashes and your photos can be stored at full resolution at Google Photos for free. But don't think of these as the junior team, we think this first one might actually be a better phone than the Moto G6 Play (and at a lower cost to boot). Moto E5 Plus The Moto E5...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/moto_e5_plus_has_a_5000_mah_battery_is_joined_by_the_moto_e5_and_e5_plus-news-30625.php

Moto G6, G6 Plus, and G6 Play hands-on review

Motorola hasn't exactly enjoyed a smooth ride on the smartphone scene, over the past few years. Still, amid all the profit turmoil, ownership changes and shifting branding strategies, the legendary Moto G family of devices managed to survive. In fact, it did one better, managing to remain pretty consistent in its high-value features and affordable pricing strategy.

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/moto_g6_g6plus_g6play_handson-review-1750.php

Moto G6, Play, and Plus unveiled with 18:9 screens, clean Oreo

Motorola has just unveiled a trio of mid-rangers - meet the Moto G6 family. Each of the three models has its own strengths, but they share many similarities too. All three will launch with a clean Android 8.0 Oreo, they have 18:9 screens with fingerprint readers below them and while their cameras are different. All three have LED flashes for their selfie cams and get free high-quality storage on Google Photos (for both photos and videos). The Moto G6 trio will be available from the first week of May, except in Brazil where it launches immediately. Moto G6 Plus Of the three new...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/moto_g6_trio_unveiled_with_189_screens_clean_oreo-news-30618.php

Xiaomi's Black Shark gaming phone scores 1 million registrations

Announced just yesterday, the Xiaomi Black Shark has already reached 1 million registrations. The gaming phone will launch soon - midnight today in fact. It seems that really resonated with fans - it's the most affordable way to get a Snapdragon 845 chipset, just CNY 3,000 ($480/€385). And we suspect that even non-gamers are looking at the 4,000 mAh battery with interest. Xiaomi's Black Shark scores 1 million registrations in a day Do gaming phones have a future? Well, we'll have to wait until tomorrow to see how many of those registrations are converted to sales, but with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomis_black_shark_gaming_phone_scores_1_million_registrations-news-30623.php

That Samsung Galaxy S9+ mini will actually be called Dream-Lite

The Galaxy S9-like phone with dual cameras will not be part of the S-series after all, instead it will be called the Samsung Galaxy Dream-Lite. At least one version of it, SM-G8750, the previous info from TENAA was for the SM-G8850. Unfortunately, the early indications that this device will be exclusive to China seem to be confirmed by the "CN China" label in the Bluetooth certification. Anyway, the G8750 model can be seen over at Geekbench, which points to a Snapdragon 660 chipset instead of an 845 as reported originally. AnTuTu says the same thing. Plus, the screen has 1,080 x...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/that_samsung_galaxy_s9_mini_will_actually_be_called_dreamlite-news-30621.php

Xiaomi releases amazing-looking portrait selfies taken with the Mi 6X

The Xiaomi Mi 6X is now only a few days from becoming official so naturally, queue in the official teasers. The latest one is a post on China's Weibo showcasing a few hand-picked portrait selfies taken with the Mi 6X's 20MP front-facing camera. The selfies look great on their own but when you factor in that they were taken with a phone's front camera, they move into incredible territory. Seriously, some of us here even think that they were taken with a dedicated camera and not a phone. Portrait selfies captured with the Xiaomi Mi 6X The selfie camera on the Xiaomi...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_releases_amazinglooking_portrait_selfies_taken_with_the_mi_6x-news-30620.php

Nubia Red Magic gaming smartphone announced, RGB LED extravaganza in tow

Nubia has just announced the Red Magic - a dedicated smartphone for gaming. Just like Xiaomi's Black Shark, the Red Magic has been designed with gaming in mind - its edgy shape is inspired by a battleship, while some configurable LED strips impress from the back. The Red Magic packs a 6" LTPS display of 2,160 x 1,080 px resolution. The whole thing is covered by a piece of NEG Dinorex T2X-1 glass. While the design and flashy strips are probably the phone's highlights, the chipset to power those games is also of utmost importance. In the case of the Nubia Red Magic that is the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nubia_red_magic_gaming_smartphone_announced_led_extravaganza_in_tow-news-30622.php

Huawei Nova Youth steps up to Android 8.0 oreo with EMIUI 8.0 update

The Huawei Nova Youth is receiving the EMUI 8.0 update in China. The update is a major one, moving the Nova Youth from Android 7.0 Nougat to 8.0 Oreo and bringing along with it a host of features. The Huawei Nova Youth is the Chinese version of the Huawei P10 Lite, which started receiving the same update about a week ago. All two of the Nova Youth models (WAS-AL00 and WAS-TL10) are getting the update but users need to be up to the B240 version of EMUI to see the update on their phones. EMUI 8.0 brings the new AI engine optimizations which promise to rejuvenate the performance of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_nova_youth_steps_up_to_android_80_oreo_with_emiui_80_update-news-30615.php

The Honor MagicBook is a 14" ultrabook with 8th gen Intel processors

Huawei expanded the Honor line into ultrabooks. The inaugural laptop - the Honor MagicBook - takes some design cues from the MacBook Air and its aluminum body measures 15.8mm thick and weighs 1.47 kg. Not too bad for an 'affordable' 14" laptop. The screen (fitted in the body of a 13" laptop) is a matte IPS panel with 1080p resolution and 45% coverage of the NTSC color space. It promises 800:1 contrast and 250 nits of brightness. The Honor MagicBook has a sleek aluminum chassis The MagicBook comes with 8th generation Intel processors - an i5-8250u version and one with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_honor_magicbook_is_a_14_ultrabook_with_8th_gen_intel_processors-news-30619.php

Oppo F7 in for review

Exit Oppo R15, enter Oppo F7. The Selfie Expert vibe is strong with the new F7, which boasts one of the highest-resolution front snappers we've seen - a 25MP camera with a variety of modes, effects, and stickers. The Oppo F7 is all about the selfies, but it's made to impress, too. While not relying on gradient paint jobs like its R15 sibling, the F7 is still as flashy with those Solar Red, Moonlight Silver, or Diamond Black color options. The F7 looks like any other glass phone we've seen lately - mesmerizing at first and smudge fest after a while. But looks can be deceiving,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_f7_in_for_review-news-30617.php

Honor 10 unveiled with Kirin 970 chipset to power the AI of the dual camera

Huawei just unveiled the Honor 10 and put it on pre-order straight away. The phone sets out to be a slightly more affordable version of the Honor View 10, though not quite as cheap as expected - it's priced CNY 2,600 while the View 10 is CNY 2,800. Huawei Honor 10 The Honor 10 is built around a 5.84" screen with a notch on top and an aspect ratio of 19:9. It's an IPS LCD panel with 1,080 x 2,280px resolution (432ppi pixel density). The fingerprint reader below the screen is a Huawei tradition. The phone packs a high-end chipset - the Kirin 970 used in the P20 flagships. And...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_10_unveiled_with_kirin_970_chipset_to_power_the_ai_of_the_dual_camera-news-30616.php

Carphone Warehouse lists Moto G6 Plus and G6 Play ahead of today's launch

It looks like the Motorola Moto G6 Plus and Moto G6 Play are close to becoming official as the pair have been listed by UK retailer Carphone Warehouse. The listing offers the names along with a brief description but the links themselves have been taken down. Luckily the guys over at Android Police managed to procure a few official press renders of both phones. The photos are inline with what we've seen from case renders. The Moto G6 Plus offers a 5.9-inch 18:9 display and a dual camera that recognizes landmarks and offers more information about them. From the images below we can see...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/carphone_warehouse_lists_moto_g6_plus_and_g6_play-news-30614.php

Regulatory filings suggest new iPhones incoming

Published on Tuesday, a regulatory filing in the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) database details a slew of previously unreleased iPhone models. Russia requires that companies register all products containing encryption and/or cryptographic tools with the EEC. The EEC has been a reliable indicator of past Apple launches including AirPods, MacBooks and more recently, the 2018 iPad. Image courtesy of Consomac Apart from the model numbers and the fact that they're running iOS 11, the filings don't give away any additional information. However, given the early timing, it's...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/regulatory_filings_suggest_new_iphones_incoming-news-30612.php

Meizu 15 caught on Geekbench with a Snapdragon chip

Yesterday, the Meizu 15 Plus appeared on AnTuTu, revealing that it will use the Samsung Exynos 8895 chipset, and today we get closer to finding out what the smaller Meizu 15 will use. The latter has been spotted on Geekbench testing a Snapdragon chipset. The model isn't listed but judging by the score it could be a 660 or the 635. The tested model comes with 4GB of RAM but we expect there will be a model with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The Meizu 15 will have a 5.46-inch display with a conventional 16:9 1080p screen (possibly AMOLED), a 2,940mAh battery and run on Android...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/meizu_15_caught_on_geekbench_with_snapdragon-news-30613.php

Job listing reveals Facebook aiming to design its own chipsets

Looks like Facebook now has plans to design its own semiconductor chipsets. There's a job listing on the social-networking company's corporate website that says Facebook is looking to hire a manager in order to build an "end-to-end SoC/ASIC, firmware and driver development organization." For those who aren't aware, SoC stands for System on Chip. It's basically an Integrated Circuit that contains all components of an electronic system on a single piece of semiconductor, called chip. ASIC, on the other hand, stands for applications specific integrated circuit. As the name suggests,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/job_listing_reveals_facebook_aiming_to_design_its_own_chipsets-news-30609.php

Deal: Razer Phone is $100 off for a limited time

The Razer Phone has recently started receiving the long-awaited update to Android 8.1 Oreo, and it's expanded its availability in the US. To add to that, here's some more good news related to it. Starting today and for a limited time, you can pick up a Razer Phone from its maker's official US online store for just $599.99. That's exactly $100 less than its normal price of $699.99. To take advantage of this deal, just order the handset from Razer and, upon checkout, apply the coupon code "120HZ". That playfully reminds you about one of the Razer Phone's unique features - its high refresh...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/deal_razer_phone_is_100_off_for_a_limited_time-news-30606.php

Samsung Galaxy A6 and A6+ CAD-based renders and videos leak

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy A6 and A6+ have been leaked today in renders based on CAD schematics. Each model gets a render video as well. These two models should launch soon, as the successors to the Galaxy A5 (2017), further cementing the Korean company's new naming scheme for mid-rangers which uses even numbers this year, as seen in the Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018). Perhaps bafflingly, the source of these leaks claims that the A6 and A6+ might be sold under the Galaxy J8 and J8+ monikers in certain markets. If that pans out, Samsung would only add to the growing branding confusion in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a6_and_a6_cadbased_renders_and_videos_leak-news-30605.php

Huawei P20 Pro and P20 lite are set to launch in India on April 24

Following a teaser on social media which was outed a few days ago, Huawei's arm in India is now sending out press invites for a big unveiling on April 24. On that occasion, the P20 Pro will be announced for the subcontinent, and it will apparently be joined by the P20 lite, but not the P20. With its three rear cameras, the P20 Pro really took the mobile world by storm this year, delivering excellent performance even in low-light scenarios. While it is impressive, don't expect this smartphone to be anything but cheap, as it retails for €899 elsewhere. That currently translates into INR...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_p20_pro_and_p20_lite_are_set_to_launch_in_india_on_april_24-news-30604.php

LG V30 finally gets Oreo in Italy, ThinQ AI features too

The saga of the update to Android Oreo for LG's V30 continues. It's been many months since the company first released the new software in its home country of Korea, and today this has finally arrived in another market - Italy. LG's Italian arm is proudly boasting about the rollout, which has started today. Not only will V30 units sold in Italy unlocked and through Vodafone receive the new Android iteration, but also the ThinQ AI features that debuted at MWC alongside the V30S. V30 models sold by other carriers in Italy will get the update at some point in the future. Under the ThinQ...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/lg_v30_finally_gets_oreo_in_italy_thinq_ai_features_too-news-30603.php

Honor 10 pricing and availability details leak

Tomorrow in China the Honor 10 is set to finally become official, following a few days of intensive leaks. This will be the Huawei sub-brand's new top of the line device, complementing the bigger Honor View 10 in its roster. One thing that hasn't been outed so far is how much the Honor 10 is going to cost, yet thankfully today a new rumor from China covers that aspect, alongside the phone's release date. The Honor 10 is expected to go on sale in the mainland on April 27 at 10:08 AM local time. You'll have three versions to choose from. The entry-level model sports 4GB of RAM and 64GB of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_10s_pricing_and_availability_details_leak-news-30602.php

Amazon launches 'Internet', a low-resource web browser for Android

Amazon has announced a new web browser for Android called Internet. Internet is meant to be a basic, low resource browser for budget Android smartphones. Fittingly, it is only available right now in India where budget smartphones are hugely popular. Internet is fairly basic, in which it really has only a handful of features. The homepage shows you your frequently visited websites and some trending news stories, much like Chrome. You can open multiple tabs and also use private browsing to not save your browsing history. And that's pretty much it, really. The whole browser is just 2MB in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/amazon_launches_internet_a_lowresource_web_browser_for_android-news-30601.php

Zenfone Max Pro M1 will have a 5,000 mAh battery, "pure" Android Oreo

Additional details of the Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1, the first phone of the Asus-Flipkart partnership, have emerged. The phone will live up to its name with a 5,000 mAh battery, which should last a long, long time with the 14nm Snapdragon 636 chipset. Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 will run "pure" Android Oreo The phone will feature a 6" screen with an 18:9 aspect ratio and will run "pure Android Oreo", though we're not 100% sure if this means Android One or not. The memory will feature up to 6 GB of RAM and up to 64 GB storage (suggesting a 4 GB / 32 GB version). The good news is that there...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/zenfone_max_pro_m1_will_have_a_5000_mah_battery-news-30600.php

Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) now receiving Oreo

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) is receiving the Android 8.0 Oreo update ahead of schedule. The update weighs in at 1.2 GB and besides bumping the Android version, it also ups the Samsung Experience to version 9.0. This version improves the keyboard, brings standard emojis, GIFs and stickers, improves Bixby automation features and Color Lens. We covered the changes here. Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) The update seems to be rolling out in Russia and Romania and should expand to other countries in due time. Source

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a5_2017_now_receiving_oreo-news-30599.php

Does the Moto Z3 Play have a side-mounted fingerprint scanner?

The Moto Z3 Play is due for announcement soon and we've already got a well-rounded idea of what to expect from it. That's in large part to an appearance at the FCC which gave us an idea of the specs, and some case renders that gave us an image to go along with those specs. Today we get an even better-looking image from Poetic Cases, which already offer their Karbon Shield case for the Moto Z3 Play. The images of the case reveal the phone's front, occupied solely by the 18:9 display, and the back, housing the dual-camera module. Case render, source - Poetic Cases What's...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/does_the_moto_z3_play_have_a_sidemounted_fingerprint_scanner-news-30598.php

Honor 10 will have a 3.5mm audio jack like the P20 Lite and Honor View 10

The Honor 10 is no stranger to the rumor mill, but there still are new details coming to light every day. The phone will use the same 5.84" LTPS display panel as the Huawei P20 Lite, including the notch. The selfie cam in that notch should be the 24 MP module from the P20 and P20 Pro (the Lite model comes with 16 MP). The mix of features continues with a 3.5mm audio jack, unlike the Huawei P20 and P20 Pro. Unfortunately, the Honor 10 will miss out on expandable memory - it will not have a microSD slot like the P20 Lite and Honor View 10 do. It will use the Kirin 970 chipset, however,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_10_will_have_a_35mm_audio_jack_like_the_p20_lite_and_honor_view_10-news-30597.php