Huawei Watch D official renders show off the upcoming wearable's design

Huawei is clearly gearing up for a big announcement event on December 23. The company is expected to unveil the Huawei P50 Pocket, possibly another clamshell, called the Mate V, though these could turn out to be the same device. A MateBook X Pro announcement is also expected to be part of the event, possibly a pair of smart glasses and last, but not least - the Huawei Watch D. Huawei Watch D We've already seen the upcoming wearable, including in live hands-on shots, but we still appreciate this new set of detailed and high-res official renders. The images are part of a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_watch_d_official_renders_show_off_the_upcoming_wearables_design-news-52350.php

High-res iQOO Neo5s renders offer a closer look at the upcoming device

If all goes according to plan, vivo will be unveiling the iQOO Neo5s, likely alongside the iQOO Neo5 SE on December 20. The company has already teased at least some of the design of the upcoming phone, but we now get an even better look from a few angles, courtesy of reputable leakster Digital Chat Station on Weibo. iQOO Neo5s renders The renders are high-res, look pretty official and match up nicely with the already available official teasers. We get to see the flat front panel and its selfie punch-hole in more detail, though we can still only guess about some of its more...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/highres_iqoo_neo5s_renders_offer_a_closer_look_at_the_upcoming_device-news-52349.php

OxygenOS 12 for OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro is rolling out once more, hopefully fixes all the issues

OnePlus initially started sending out the update to OxygenOS 12 based on Android 12 to the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro around the beginning of this month. The company then pulled the update only a few days later, after the internet got filled with reports about huge bugs, errors, and various issues. Today the update is finally back up again. This time the version is marked C.39, whereas the first try was C.36. Needless to say, if you've stuck with C.36 since it came out earlier this month, you should definitely install the new build as soon as possible, as it will hopefully fix all your...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oxygenos_12_for_oneplus_9_and_9_pro_is_rolling_out_once_more_hopefully_fixes_all_the_issues-news-52344.php

Best US market phones of 2021 - buyer’s guide

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vivo Watch 2 design showcased, will bring dual chipsets

There’s a vivo product launch scheduled for December 22 where we’ll see the debuts of the vivo S12 smartphone and the company’s latest smartwatch offering - vivo Watch 2. The upcoming wearable was shown in two live shots by vivo’s official Weibo account detailing its design. vivo Watch 2 design (images: Weibo) In addition, we got confirmation that Watch 2 will employ a secondary co-processor to help extend battery life. vivo Watch 2 design and dual chipset posters (images: Weibo) The new teaser also confirms vivo Watch 2 will be able to last up to 7 days of smartphone...

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Huawei Watch D will measure blood pressure with a special attachable strap

Smart wearables have been adopting more and more health-related features, and after several companies introducing ECG to their watches, Samsung decided to go one step further and introduce a blood pressure-measuring to the Watch3 through a small sensor. That one required initial setup using a dedicated blood pressure measurement device, though. Huawei reportedly is going one step further with its upcoming Watch D to provide accurate BP readings on its own. According to leaked user guide video, the wearable will have an inflatable accessory that goes on the inside of the strap. It will...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_watch_d_will_measure_blood_pressure_with_a_special_strap-news-52336.php

Galaxy S22 Ultra has far better image quality than S21U thanks to new processing

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra reportedly captures much nicer images than its predecessor, thanks to better optimizations, says reliable tipster @UniverseIce. The improvement in image quality despite limited changes to the imaging hardware - we're expecting the Galaxy S22 Ultra to retain the 108MP camera and sensor. That means the improvements in image quality must come from updated processing from the Exynos 2200 (or Snapdragon 8 gen1). Although the hardware specifications look little different from S21 ultra, Samsung's optimization ability is very strong, and the sample of S22 ultra...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_s22_ultra_is_a_much_better_camera_than_s21u_thanks_to_better_optimizations-news-52335.php

Oppo Find N sells out in China, resale value soars

The hype around Oppo’s Find N foldable is reaching new levels after limited quantities of the foldable sold out in China in mere seconds during its first online sale. Reports from China via IT Home are that resale prices on the secondary market have ballooned to CNY 9,299($1,457) for the 8/256GB model and CNY 12,000 ($1,880) for the 12/512GB trim. As a reminder, the retail pricing of the baseline model is CNY 7,699 ($1,206) while the top-end version costs CNY 8,999 ($1,410). Oppo Find N resale pricing (images: via IT Home) Oppo Find N is expected to go on open sale in China next...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_n_sells_out_in_china_resale_value_reaches_over_1800-news-52334.php

MediaTek benchmarks the Dimensity 9000: faster CPU than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, slower GPU

MediaTek has gotten bold – it published a video showing a Dimensity 9000-powered device running various popular benchmarks, throwing the gauntlet at Qualcomm. Long story short, the Dimensity wins the CPU battle, but loses the GPU battle. The margins are pretty slim in both cases, though. The video kicks off with AnTuTu (v9.0.7) and the MediaTek chipset posted a score of 1,017,488. We knew pretty early on that the chip will break the 1 million points barrier, but so did the Snapdragon. The Realme GT2 Pro also ran AnTuTu, but that was weeks ago so it may have been an older version, making...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/mediatek_benchmarks_the_dimensity_9000_faster_cpu_than_the_snapdragon_8_gen_1_slower_gpu-news-52333.php

MediaTek teases Dimensity 8000 chip, leaks reveal 5nm node, Mali-G510 GPU

At today’s press conference MediaTek confirmed that the hotly anticipated Dimensity 9000 chipset will be used in the Oppo Find X4 and Redmi K50 phones. At the same event the company also teased a new chip, the Dimensity 8000, which will be a lower cost alternative (the 9000 is expected to be pricey). While the company mentioned the chip at its presentations, it is not yet ready to reveal the details about it. Leakster Digital Chat Station has no hang-ups, however. This chip will be fabbed on TSMC’s 5 nm process instead of the cutting-edge 4 nm process. Still, it will offer a nice upgrade...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/mediatek_teases_dimensity_8000_chip_leaks_reveal_5nm_node_malig510_gpu-news-52323.php

Realme opens Realme UI 3.0/Android 12 beta for GT Neo2

Realme has opened the Early Access program for realme UI 3.0 and Android 12 for the GT Neo2. Participants need to follow a few steps, like backing up their phone, updating system apps, and securing at least 10GB of storage. From there they need to go to the System Update menu and from the options choose the Trial menu and enroll in the Early Access program. Since this is a beta version of the software, Realme doesn't encourage you to install it on your primary phone. There are likely more than a few bugs. But there's a simple enough roll-back step for those that would like a return...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_opens_realme_ui_30_android_12_beta_for_gt_neo2-news-52316.php

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra detailed specs leak

We’ve seen leaks for the Galaxy Tab S8 series for the better half of the past year and the details are getting more concrete with each passing day. The latest details include detailed specifications for the Tab S8 Ultra model. The screen is expected to measure in at a spacious 14.6-inches and will offer a 2,960 x 1,848 px resolution. Like past high-end Samsung tablets, you’ll be getting a Super AMOLED panel and it will offer a fluid 120Hz refresh rate. The bezels on the Tab S8 Ultra are said to measure in at a mere 6.3mm but the notch will obscure those readings a bit. The notch...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s8_ultra_detailed_specs_leak-news-52321.php

Sony Xperia Pro-I disassembled on video, is very different from the Xperia 1 III on the inside

The Sony Xperia Pro-I is one of the more interesting devices to come out in 2021. It is a semi-pro device that is seemingly based on the Xperia 1 III, but with a different camera module. A disassembly video proves this is not the case as the Pro-I has a completely different motherboard from the one used in the Mark III (which can be seen in this video). To open up the phone, the back must be removed first – it’s glass, so you need to be careful not to crack it. Then there is a series of standard Philips screws. Sony didn’t use proprietary screws or excessive amounts of adhesive, so Sony...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_proi_disassembled_on_video_it_looks_very_different_from_the_xperia_1_iii-news-52315.php

Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Kids Edition launches in Russia

Samsung has launched a kids’ version of the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite in Russia. The slate is known as the “Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Kids Edition” and comes pre-loaded with a lot of entertainment and educational content. There are expanded parental control features for mom and dad so they can limit how much time the kid spends with the tablet and what content they access. For the little ones, there’s a kid-friendly interface and even a special digital assistant – a teddy bear named Marusia. Kids can ask Marusia to tell them a story, play some music or a game. As for entertainment, Samsung has...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a7_kids_edition_launches_in_russia_full_of_branded_entertainment_content-news-52314.php

Oppo Find N unreleased colors emerge

Oppo Find N is the hot new foldable of the moment with its compact stature, flagship specs and gap-less folding screen. It only comes in three official colorways - black, white and purple but Oppo also considered a bunch more options as evident by newly leaked images of the unreleased Find N models. There’s a more eye-catching purple variant with refracting properties, a muted pink variant and a light blue model as well as catchy teal and beige options too. Oppo Find N unreleased samples (image: Weibo) That’s not all, Oppo also made vegan leather variants in grey, beige and dark...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_n_unreleased_color_samples_emerge-news-52312.php

OnePlus 10 Pro leaked specs suggest better selfie camera, faster charging

The OnePlus 10 series should arrive around the end of Q1 2022, and a reliable Chinese leakster has obtained some of the key specs of the 10 Pro. According to Digital Chat Station, many of the specs will be identical to the OnePlus 9 Pro, but the new phone will have a better selfie camera and 80W wired charging support. The OnePlus 10 Pro will inherit the 6.7” LTPO AMOLED panel of 120Hz refresh rate of the OnePlus 9 Pro as well as the punch hole in the upper left corner. However, this time the front-facing shooter will have a 32MP sensor. Around the back the 48MP wide, 50MP ultrawide...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_10_pro_leaked_specs_suggest_mild_improvement-news-52310.php

Samsung Galaxy A13 4G gets benchmarked with Exynos 850 chipset

While the 5G version of Samsung's Galaxy A13 has been official since the beginning of this month, the 4G model is yet to be announced. That is certainly due to change soon, however, as production has allegedly already started in India (which may be one of the main markets where this version will be sold). In the meantime, someone in possession of a Galaxy A13 4G prototype decided to put it through the paces of Geekbench, and as usual, this means there's now a public result listing on the internet, showcasing how it's done and also revealing some of its specs. It's not pretty,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a13_4g_gets_benchmarked_with_exynos_850_chipset-news-52304.php

Latest Disney+ update enables Apple SharePlay support

Apple enabled SharePlay on iOS, iPadOS and tvOS with version 15.1. The new feature has now been adopted by the Disney+ app, which is the streaming home of Disney classics, Marvel, Star Wars and National Geographic. With SharePlay up to 32 people can watch the same movie or TV episode simultaneously while chatting about it over FaceTime. Of course, all 32 will need a subscription, this isn’t a way to share your account. Apparently, this also doesn’t work with kids’ profiles. On the plus side, everyone can choose which audio stream to listen to and whether they want subtitles. Playback...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/latest_disney_update_enables_apple_shareplay_support-news-52303.php

Dimensity 9000 tops AI Benchmark, leaves Google Tensor and Snapdragon 888 in the dust

The MediaTek Dimensity 9000 is one of the most hotly anticipated chipsets for 2022 flagships. Built on a 4nm node by TSMC and with ARMv9 hardware to match the flagship chips from Qualcomm and Samsung, it will be a close fight. One battle may have already been won. Results have been uploaded to the AI Benchmark database, which shows the Dimensity 9000 scoring 692.5, leaving the competition in the dust. Below is a summarized table, visit the benchmark’s official site for a breakdown of the scores. Spoilers: the MediaTek chip won in all but three categories. Processor CPU...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/dimensity_9000_tops_ai_benchmark_leaves_google_tensor_and_snapdragon_888_in_the_dust-news-52302.php

We're launching GSMArena merch

GSMArena.com has been around for over two decades and a large, vibrant community has formed around the site. Many fans keep coming back for long discussions in the comment sections under our reviews and our YouTube videos. This year we’ve decided to bring a part of this all-digital community to the real world with the launch of our very own merch store. You can find it on merch.gsmarena.com, it is already stocked up with a large selection of T-shirt designs in various colors. If you want something a bit warmer, there is a long sleeve tee, a sweatshirt and a hoodie. For the designs,...

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Tecno plans to launch the first Android with sensor shift IS, is working on a telescopic camera

Tecno partnered with Samsung to bring an RGBW sensor to its upcoming phones. That, as it turns out, is only one of three camera innovations coming to future models from the company – it will also adopt sensor shift image stabilization as well as develop a telescopic zoom lens. Let’s start with the RGBW sensor. In a traditional design, the Red, Green and Blue pixels have a color filter above them, which absorbs much of the light. The “W” pixel – White – has no filter so it absorbs 60% more light. That’s not all, Tecno is planning to use a combination of glass and plastic lenses to increase...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tecno_plans_to_launch_the_first_android_with_sensor_shift_stabilization_is_working_on_a_telescopic_c-news-52301.php

Huawei confirms clamshell design, exclusive finish of P50 Pocket

Huawei will introduce its new foldable P50 Pocket on December 23. It has now revealed bits of the clamshell design on its Weibo account. The new phone will have a sparkly crystal finish that will reflect light in a cool way. Huawei P50 Pocket The P50 Pocket is Huawei’s attempt to challenge the dominance of the Galaxy Z Flip3 on the compact foldable market, where the only alaternative so far is the Motorola Razr. We know little about its internals at this point, though. Leaked images of P50 Pocket’s protective case suggest a dual-ring design for the cameras. Rumors are that...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_confirms_clamshell_design_of_p50_pocket-news-52300.php

Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 10.5" unveiled with a faster chipset, larger screen

Samsung has refreshed its affordable Galaxy Tab A tablet with slightly better performance, a bit larger screen, more storage and multitasking features to help you work or study from home. The Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 (2021) switches over to a 10.5” LCD with 1,920 x 1,200 px resolution. That’s a 16:10 aspect ratio, which means the display has slightly more vertical room compared to the 10.4” 15:9 display of the Tab A7. As before, there are four Dolby Atmos-enabled speakers for an immersive audio experience. The new Tab A8 slate comes with entertainment built-in – Samsung TV Plus...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a8_105_unveiled_with_a_slightly_faster_chipset_new_storage_option-news-52295.php

Caviar’s Stealth 2.0 iPhone 13 series can stop bullets

Just over a year ago, Luxury brand Caviar showcased modified versions of the iPhone 12 series which removed all camera modules (front and rear) for privacy-conscious users. Now, the brand is ready with version 2.0 which also adds BR-2 class 2 bulletproof armor made by NPO TCIT - a brand that specializes in armored vehicles and combat helicopters. The Stealth 2.0 iPhone 13 Pro/ Pro Max are advertised as strong enough to withstand a pistol shot as demonstrated by the video below and remain usable after. Caviar also has a version made out of high-impact titanium which is also touted to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/caviars_stealth_20_iphone_13_series_can_stop_bullets-news-52297.php

Oppo retractable camera prototype showcased at Inno Day 2021

Day one of Oppo’s Inno Day has concluded and we saw several noteworthy developments on stage with the new Air Glass aR monocle and MariSilicon X NPU. In addition to these, Oppo also showcased its retractable rear camera prototype device. The big breakthrough here is that Oppo managed to fit the large 1/1.56 inch 50MP Sony IMX766 sensor in a 8.26mm thick phone. One downside is that the fancy tech is only available once the camera retracts so it's useless in its stationary position. As for the use case of a moving sensor, it allows for more distance between the sensor and the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_retractable_camera_prototype_showcased_at_inno_day_2021-news-52285.php

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ passes by Geekbench with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1

Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S8 series is expected to debut sometime in January alongside the Galaxy S22 series and we’ve already seen plenty of leaks of what to expect in terms of specs and design. The latest bit of info comes from a Geekbench listing for the Galaxy Tab S8+ which confirms the slate is using Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset. Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ Geekbench scorecard The device bears the SM-X808U identifier and managed a 1,223-point single-core outing while its multi-core test result totaled 3,195 points. We can also spot the device brings 8GB RAM and boots...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s8_passed_by_geekbench_with_snapdragon_8_gen_1-news-52283.php

Honor X30 appears in official images, live photos

Honor will unveil the X30 on December 16, and just two days before the announcement the company teased the looks of the phone on its Weibo page. The new smartphone will have a flat screen with a punch hole in the center, while the setup on the back will have three cameras on an Oreo-shaped island. Several hours after the post, we get to see live shots of the phone in three colors, revealing what the Honor X30 looks like in real life - pretty, with a glossy panel and a colored internal ring within the camera setup. The leakster said the screen will be 6.7” in diagonal and of the LCD...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_x30_appears_in_official_images_live_photos-news-52280.php

iQOO Neo5s will bring an independent display chip and improved cooling system

The Snapdragon 888 powered iQOO Neo5s is expected to debut on December 20 as one of the first devices to boot vivo’s new OriginOS Ocean based on Android 12 out the box. A few new teasers from iQOO’s official Weibo account appeared, revealing more details on the upcoming device. iQOO Neo5s teasers (images: Weibo) Neo5s will bring a secondary chipset alongside the Snapdragon 888 dubbed display chip Pro - a dual-core independent display chip used to offset some tasks like rendering frames in games from the GPU while drawing less power in the process. The phone will also offer a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iqoo_neo5s_will_bring_an_independent_display_chip_and_improved_cooling_system-news-52279.php

Samsung releases video to show off the durability upgrades of the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3

Since the launch of the very first foldable phone, durability has been a major concern for would-be buyers. However, Samsung has been refining the design for three generations and has made the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3 significantly more durable than their predecessors. If you want a summary of what was done, this short video from Samsung summarizes all the upgrades. The biggest upgrade is that the third-generation Z phones are the first foldables to have water resistance with an IPX8 rating. Drop resistance has been improved as in this generation both models use Gorilla Glass Victus...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_releases_video_that_shows_off_the_durability_upgrades_for_the_galaxy_z_fold3_and_z_flip3-news-52281.php

Netflix India announces price cuts for all plans, now start at INR149/month

Netflix introduced its mobile-only plan in India in July 2019 priced at INR199/month in a bid to increase its subscriber base. Now in yet another attempt at increasing its subscribers, and hence the revenue, the company has announced price cuts in the Asian country across all its plans, now starting at INR149/month and going up to INR649/month. While Netflix has dropped the prices of all its plans in India, it hasn't made any changes to what those plans offer, so you'll continue enjoying the benefits as before, just at a lower price. You can check out the table below for more...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/netflix_india_plans_new_price_happy_new_prices-news-52278.php

Samsung Display is making the foldable screen on Oppo Find N

While day one of Oppo’s Inno is already in the books, Korean outlet TheElec is giving out details about the Oppo Find N which is expected to be star of tomorrow's day two event. Based on the report, Samsung Display is the main supplier for Oppo’s upcoming first foldable device. The device’s main 7.1-inch folding OLED is made with Samsung’s Ultra Thin Glass (UTG) composite material. The panel is also said to be of the LTPO variety with a max refresh rate of 120Hz. It’s not all Samsung Display though, as The Elec reoprt specifies Find N’s external 5.45-inch OLED panel is provided by BOE....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_display_is_behind_the_foldable_screen_on_oppo_find_n-news-52276.php

MIUI 13 logo and features leak - infinity scroll, small widgets and sidebar shown on video

The Xiaomi 12 will be unveiled later this month, on December 28 quite likely, and it will bring the new MIUI 13 along with it. The logo for the new OS version has leaked through Xiaomi’s Feedback app and continues the geometric design trend of version 12. The leaked MIUI 13 logo • The old MIUI 12 logo This was discovered by the team at Xiaomi UI, who dug up even more about the upcoming update – videos that show off some new features, also discovered in Xiaomi apps that were updated in preparation for the announcement. The first couple of videos are about the home screen. The...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/miui_13_logo_and_features_leak__infinity_scroll_small_widgets_and_sidebar_shown_on_video-news-52277.php

Samsung Galaxy Tab A8's control scheme shown in manual

A leaked Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 (2021) manual entry seemingly confirms that the renders we've seen of the device are legitimate. The image from the manual confirms the layout of the controls as well as the placement of the ports and speakers - two speakers on the top and two on the bottom, flanking the USB-C port. The Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 (2021) will have a 16:10 10.5-inch FullHD+ LCD, a Unisoc Tiger T618 SoC with 3GB or 4GB of RAM, 32/64/128GB of storage, and will run Android 11. There are a pair of cameras - 5MP on the front and 8MP on the back. The Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 10.5...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a8s_control_scheme_leaks_through_manual-news-52263.php

iQOO 9 and 9 Pro certified with 120W charging

While we’re waiting for the iQOO Neo5s series to debut on December 20 the brand’s next-gen flagships secured new certifications on China’s 3C platform. iQOO 9 (vivo V2171A) and 9 Pro (vivo V2172A) come with 120Hz fast charging just like their predecessors from earlier this year. iQOO 9 listing on 3C iQOO 9 will carry a 4,550mAh l battery while the 9 Pro should bring a slightly larger 4,700mAh cell. The rest of the rumored specs for both handsets include 120Hz AMOLED displays, Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipsets and micro-gimbal cameras just like on vivo’s flagship X-series. The iQOO 9...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iqoo_9_and_9_pro_certified_with_120w_charging-news-52265.php

Realme GT2 Pro launching on December 20

Realme’s upcoming flagship GT2 Pro will launch on December 20 at 9AM UTC. The news was confirmed by Realme founder and CEO Sky Li on Twitter alongside promises of several world's first innovations and breakthrough design. GT2 Pro will be among the first crop of Android flagships to release with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset and based on past leaks it will offer an under display selfie camera as well as an interesting camera visor design on its back. In related news Realme GT2 Pro was certified with 65W charging on China’s 3C database. The device appeared with the previously...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_gt2_pro_launching_on_december_20-news-52262.php

Xiaomi Redmi K50 Gaming Edition to retain the shoulder triggers and frontal design

A new report regarding the upcoming Xiaomi Redmi K50 Gaming Edition suggests that it will adopt pop-up shoulder triggers, just like its predecessor. And given that the K40 Gaming Edition was released as a Poco F3 GT outside of China, it's probably safe to assume that the leak concerns the future Poco F4 GT as well. The Poco F3 GT In addition to those shoulder buttons, the device is supposed to adopt a flat screen with a centered punch-hole camera design for the selfie, again like its predecessor. A "high-performance gaming experience" is also to be expected. The so-called...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_k50_gaming_edition_to_retain_the_shoulder_triggers_and_frontal_design-news-52260.php

vivo V23 Pro to launch next year on January 4

The vivo V23 series is right around the corner, and the first phone of the lineup will be the V23 Pro. This information comes from 91mobiles, which claim the device will launch on January 4, 2022, in India. It will also precede the vanilla vivo V23, scheduled for “later”. vivo V23e 5G There are no specs known about any of the V23 phones, but we expect at least three members of the series - V23, V23 Pro, and V23e, with the latter already selling in Thailand. The manufacturer is planning to introduce the trio in India with 5G, which would be a first on this market - so far vivo...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_v23_pro_to_launch_next_year_on_january_4-news-52261.php

Support pages for the three Galaxy S22 models are up on Samsung.com

There still isn’t much clarity as to when Samsung will unveil the upcoming Galaxy S22 series. For the past several years the schedule looked like this: a Galaxy Unpacked event in February and a launch in March. According to unconfirmed information, this year the Unpacked event will be in February, but the launch will be pulled forward and will also take place in February. No time to lose then and Samsung is checking the final preparations off its to-do list. Earlier today we saw the SM-S908U pass through the FCC, now there is a support page for this model on Samsung.com. Specifically,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/support_pages_for_the_three_galaxy_s22_models_are_up_on_samsungcom-news-52257.php

Nokia T20 review

Introduction and unboxing HMD entered the Android tablet space with the Nokia T20. It's a budget-councious tablet aimed at small children, as well as kids and teens going to school. HMD is positioning this tablet as a media consumption device that can also handle whatever work you throw at it. The company calls back Nokia's classic reputation for sturdily built cell phones and boasts the T20's aluminum exterior build. Aside from the 2K display, front and rear-facing cameras, and FM radio. There's also a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a large 8,200 mAh battery. Nokia T20 specs at a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_t20_review-news-52243.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 49

Motorola took the honor of becoming the first manufacturer to officially announce a smartphone with the new Snapdragon 8 Gen1 flagship chipset this week. Unsurprisingly the Edge X30 immediately rose to the top of our trending chart, dethroning the Redmi Note 11 Pro. Samsung's Galaxy A52s managed to fend off the other new Moto phone to retain its place on the podium, while the Edge S30 settled for the fourth position. That pushed the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max to fifth and the Redmi Note 10 Pro down to sixth. The Galaxy A12 and Poco X3 Pro and behind those two in that order. The third...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_49-news-52252.php

Huawei Watch GT 3 in for review

The Huawei Watch GT 3, a successor to one of the best smartwatches on the market Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro is with us. It has just arrived in Black and we want to share our first impressions before getting on with the lengthy testing period. The difference between Watch GT 3 and Watch 3/3 Pro is the former is for users who are more into an active lifestyle, while the 3 series is for those who need standalone LTE and slightly more luxurious appearance from their wearable. This is not to say the Watch GT 3 doesn't look like an elegant piece of smart device - even if we have the 46mm...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_watch_gt3_in_for_review-news-52217.php

Week 49 in review: Oppo Find N coming, iPhone production stops due to shortages

Oppo's first foldable phone will be the Find N and it surfaced this week through a number of leaks and official promos. It's coming on December 15 with a Snapdragon 888, 12GB of RAM, and Android 11. It will be smaller than the Galaxy Z Fold3 and reportedly will have barely noticeable crease. The chip shortage crisis has reportedly forced Apple to stop iPhone production for several days, for the first time in more than 10 years. While on the topic of the iPhone, next year's iPhone 14 Pro series will adopt a punch-hole design, maximizing the surface area of the display. The Motorola...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/week_49_in_review_oppo_find_n_coming_iphone_production_stops_due_to_shortages-news-52237.php

Flashback: Poco F1, the birth of a value-for-money legend

We don’t know if the execs at Qualcomm and Xiaomi were friends in high school or what, but the two companies enjoy a close working relationship. Sometimes this leads to sweet deals for Xiaomi – for example, the Mi 11 was the first Snapdragon 888 phone. But perhaps the biggest score that Xiaomi achieved thanks to its cosy relationship with the chipset maker is securing a supply of Snapdragon 845 chips for the Poco F1 – a phone that cost a ridiculously low ₹21,000 ($300 at the time) of its launch in late August 2018. The European launch came with a €330 price tag (with a €30 coupon as a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/flashback_poco_f1_the_birth_of_a_valueformoney_legend-news-52236.php

Weekly poll: can the Moto Edge X30 and S30 talk you into picking them over other high-end models?

The first phone with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 is official and it is a Motorola this time – the Motorola Edge X30, specifically. A brief look at the specs and the aggressive pricing suggests that this can be the benchmark for 2022 flagships. To be clear, the X30 doesn’t have everything, but in China it starts at CNY 3,200. Looking at other options in the country, this costs less than a OnePlus 9, a Xiaomi Mi 11 and is well below a Galaxy S21. Naturally, if and when the phone is rolled out to the global market its price will change, but a direct conversion puts it at...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_can_the_moto_edge_x30_and_s30_talk_you_into_picking_them_over_other_highend_models-news-52233.php

The Huawei Watch D will reportedly arrive alongside the Mate V on December 23

A new report suggests that the Huawei Watch D will be unveiled on December 23, which is also the date for the Mate V flip phone announcement. This report goes perfectly with the previous news about the Mate V launching on the same date. The new rumor also confirms the initial news about the blood pressure sensor so the Watch D shapes up to be an advanced fitness tracker. As per leaked renders, it will be rectangular with two navigation buttons on the right side. Keep in mind, though, that this date is for the Chinese announcement, so the devices will arrive later in international...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_huawei_watch_d_will_reportedly_arrive_alongside_the_mate_v_on_december_23-news-52249.php

Our midrangers Buyer's Guide video for the 2021 Holidays

The Holiday season is coming at us at a quicker pace than most of us expected, and many still haven't completed their gift purchasing yet. If you're looking to get a new smartphone that is the perfect middle ground with a balance between price and performance, enjoy our Buyer's Guide video. Our host Will covered three major areas - classic midrangers, flagship killers, and upper-midrange phones that are slightly more expensive but still nowhere as the Ultras and Pro Maxes of the smartphone world. This area is the most competitive among manufacturers and leaves you spoiled for...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/our_midrangers_buyer_guide_video_for_the_2021_holidays-news-52234.php