Samsung Galaxy S22+ and S22 Ultra refresh rate explained

There is a lot of confusion surrounding the Galaxy S22 series and the refresh rates of their displays. We're in the process of reviewing the S22+ and S22 Ultra and wanted to share our experience to try and clear what Samsung's PR couldn't. Let's start with the official claims. The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra display has a variable refresh rate going from 1Hz to 120Hz. The Galaxy S22 and S22+ only cover the 48-120 Hz range. That's the latest statement from the company, after initially publishing different numbers. The problem is that while the original numbers weren't entirely correct, the new...

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Xiaomi might release a 5G version of the Redmi Note 11S

If you thought this year's Redmi Note 11 lineup isn't confusing enough, then wait until Xiaomi releases another member of the family reportedly dubbed Redmi Note 11S 5G. The information comes from Xiaomiui as they've unearthed an entry in the IMEI database. What gave it away is the model number K16B, which is quite similar to the K16A belonging to the Poco M4 Pro 5G and the Redmi Note 11 5G (for China). After all, the Poco M4 Pro 5G is a re-branded Note 11 5G for the global market. Currently, the only 5G-capable Redmi Note 11 is the Note 11 Pro 5G so releasing a more affordable...

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vivo V23e's Indian price revealed ahead of launch

With the vivo V23 and V23 Pro already out in India, the company is looking to expand the lineup with its budget 5G solution from the series, the vivo V23e 5G. The OEM already announced its plans to release the phone in the country on February 21. However, the guys over at 91mobiles got a tip for the price, which is supposed to be INR 25,990. Perhaps that's the base model with other storage options being a little pricier. Anyway, there won't be any changes to the hardware or design, the V23e 5G will be exactly the same device when it launched back in November for other...

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Apple hired Oldboy's film director to shoot a movie using an iPhone 13 Pro

Apple has been marketing its iPhones' capabilities to shoot professional-grade videos for a couple of generations now and for its latest campaign, the company hired a renowned Korean movie director, Park Chan-wook. For those of you who don't know, that's the man behind the Korean Oldboy movie from 2003. But Apple's film is a short one, just 20 minutes, and it's called "Life is but a dream". It's a martial arts fantasy film shot entirely on iPhone 13 Pro and it's out on YouTube. Apple also released a short clip that goes behind the scenes where Park and his crew use iPhone 13 Pros on...

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro in for review

A bunch of Xiaomi Redmi Notes were unveiled last month and the Redmi Note 11 Pro is now with us for a quick look around its key features. Redmi Note 11 Pro features a 6.67-inch AMOLED with FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The phone feels substantial in the hand given its size though not too heavy. It features a dual-glass design with Gorilla Glass 5 on the front. The frame is made from plastic. Note 11 Pro is IP53 dust and splash protected and comes with dual speakers, a headphone jack and an IR blaster. The in-box content list is impressive - you get a 67W charger, USB C...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_note_11_pro_in_for_review-news-53197.php

Here are some details about the upcoming Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro

Today we got the first details about Google's upcoming Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro phones, which, if the company sticks to its usual shenanigans, should only become official in October. And yet, here we are in February with some bits and pieces of the puzzle already in view. How neat is that? Anyway, according to a new report, the Pixel 7 duo will use a second-gen Tensor chipset with a Samsung-made Exynos Modem 5300 for connectivity purposes. The codenames for the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are reportedly Cheetah and Panther, which is interesting because up until before the Pixel 6...

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Our Realme 9 Pro video review is now out

The Realme 9 Pro became official a couple of days ago, and it's an intriguing device for sure, serving more as a successor to the Realme 8s than the 8 Pro - since the 9 Pro+ would be the 8 Pro's sequel. Weird naming aside, the question is does the Realme 9 Pro have what it takes to compete in the cut-throat mid-range Android smartphone market? Well, if you want to get a good idea about that, you shouldn't miss our video review of the device. It's fresh out of the oven and available for your viewing pleasure below. We'll tell you all about the handset's screen, performance, battery life,...

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Samsung tells the story behind the design of the Galaxy S22 series

If you ever wondered what the story behind the design of Samsung's latest and greatest flagships was, this is for you. That is, if you like reading PR speak gibberish in your spare time, as we do. If so, you'll be enticed by phrases like "the essence of originality" and "newness beyond innovation". The Samsung marketing team is basically praising the Samsung design team in terms that lowly humans who don't work in marketing departments may have trouble understanding very well. Here's what "the essence of originality" is all about: "Samsung has always aspired to develop a simple and flat...

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Google issues a mid-month OTA update for Pixel 6 and 6 Pro

Today, Google has rolled out an unexpected mid-month OTA update. Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro devices are receiving the same February version of Android 12 but with a slightly different build number. The factory images were updated on Google’s website and are now live as well. It was speculated that perhaps the recent launch of the Pixel 6 duo to new markets like Singapore, Italy, and Spain had to do with the mid-month update, but according to Twitter user Daniel Micay, Google patched a couple of things that weren’t worth mentioning. There are zero APN or carrier configuration...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_issues_a_midmonth_ota_update_for_pixel_6_and_6_pro-news-53207.php

You can now pin up to six Twitter DM chat threads on Android, iOS, and Web

Twitter Direct Message isn’t the most feature-rich messaging experience, but this new feature will make it a bit more convenient to find DM conversations you frequently chat with. You can pin up to six conversations on Twitter so they stay at the top of your inbox. The new feature is now available on iOS, Android, and Web. Keep your fave DM convos easily accessible by pinning them! You can now pin up to six conversations that will stay at the top of your DM inbox.Available on Android, iOS, and web. pic.twitter.com/kIjlzf9XLJ— Twitter Support (@TwitterSupport) February 17, 2022 Any DM...

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G in for review

The Redmi Note 11 series have arrived at HQ, so let's take a look at each phone. In this article, we're introducing you to the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, a near-identical phone to the 11 Pro, but with a 5G-ready Snapdragon 695 chipset. Here's a quick look at the Redmi Note 11 series. The Redmi Note 11 and 11S are smaller and have 6.43-inch displays, while the pair of Pro's have 6.67-inchers. Luckily all four equip a large 5,000mAh battery. The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G comes packed with all you'd need in a retail package. Well, almost everything - you get a USB cable, 67W charger, and a...

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Dimensity 8000 AnTuTu result surfaces, threatens the Snapdragon 888

The Dimensity 9000 caused a lot of buzz when it powered the first Android to above 1 million points in AnTuTu. However, while several makers are lined up to launch the first phones with this chip, rumor has it that it is pricey. This could leave the door opened for the Dimensity 8000 to become the true value for money king, the first AnTuTu scores look promising. The results, shared by Digital Chat Station, show a score of around 820,000 (in version V9.0.7-OB). Looking at the AnTuTu charts, Snapdragon 888 powered phones fall in the 880,000 to 750,000 range, depending on RAM, storage and...

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Oppo Find X5, Find X5 Pro are now listed on TENAA

The Oppo Find X5 phones will be unveiled on February 24, which is in seven days, but the Find X5 and Find X5 Pro devices already appeared on TENAA with their specs sheet. The listing revealed once again the Find X5 Pro will get the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, while the non-Pro variant will miss on the latest Qualcomm greatness and will have to settle with another platform. Rumors have been pointing to a Dimensity 9000 chip for the regular Find X5, but the 2.842 GHz listed CPU speed matches the Snapdragon 888+ platform. This time the phones will be different in size, unlike the...

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Some Pixel 6 users are unable to get the fingerprint calibration tool to work following screen repair

The Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro have had a rough launch from Android 12 software bugs to firmware updates with signal drop issues, to delayed firmware updates to address the issues caused by updates. Plus, users have complained about the optical in-display fingerprint scanner’s poor performance, even after firmware updates were supposed to fix them. The latest pain point for Pixel 6 users involves users who have had to have their screens replaced. Many users on Reddit and Google Support threads are unable to use their Pixel 6 (and 6 Pro)’s fingerprint sensor following a display replacement....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/some_pixel_6_users_are_unable_to_get_the_fingerprint_calibration_tool_to_work_following_screen_repai-news-53187.php

Counterpoint: China’s Q4 shipments fell 11% YoY as Honor ranks second since splitting from Huawei

The latest report from Counterpoint Research shows the Chinese market’s smartphone sales performance. Although overall shipments for the market fell by 11% compared to the same quarter in 2020, smartphone brand Honor managed to rank second for the first time since the brand became independent from Huawei. Honor’s market share more than doubled from 7.5% in Q4 2020 to 16.7% in Q4 2021. Apple took the highest market share for the quarter, with 21.7% of the pie. Oppo ranked third with 16.7%, vivo came in fourth with 16.5%, and Xiaomi placed fifth with 16.1% share. Honor’s market share grew...

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Xiaomi 12, 12 Pro, and 12X prices for Europe leak

The Xiaomi 12 series has been official in China ever since December, but it was always a given that it would at some point spread its wings and fly to international markets. Today a new rumor tells us some details about what prices we can expect in Europe, as well as which RAM/storage and color options will be available. Naturally, as this is just a rumor, you should take it with a pinch of salt. Nothing is confirmed yet - not even a date for a European announcement for these phones. That said, if these numbers pan out - start saving up now. The Xiaomi 12 Pro is said to retail...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_12_12_pro_and_12x_prices_for_europe_leak-news-53185.php

The Oppo Find X5 series will be unveiled on February 24

Oppo has sent out invites for the official unveiling of the new Find X5 series. You are invited too, virtually – the event will be livestreamed on February 24 at 11:00 GMT. You will be able to watch on Oppo.com. While the event will introduce a new series, it’s not hard to guess which model is Oppo’s favorite – the Find X5 Pro. It will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and will run ColorOS. For the cameras (which were developed in collaboration with Hasselblad, by the way) it will leverage the MariSilicon NPU – a 6 nm chip that will handle image processing tasks, like real-time RAW...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_oppo_find_x5_series_will_be_unveiled_on_february_24-news-53181.php

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra in for review

There’s been a few phone announcements in the past weeks but one stood out in particular - Samsung’s Galaxy S22 series. There’s a clear-cut leader in the trio with the S Pen wielding S22 Ultra which could have just as easily been called Galaxy Note 22. We’ve had the phone with us for a few days now and these are our initial impressions as our review team has already started working on the full written review. It’s a large phone, dwarfing the other S22 members and most other premium devices. The boxy shape is without a doubt inspired by the Galaxy Note series while the screen curvature...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s22_ultra_in_for_review-news-53183.php

Both Black Shark 5 models will support 120W fast charging, 3C docs reveal

Two Black Shark 5 models surfaced on TENAA yesterday, now they have made their way through the 3C, which is interested in what charging speeds they support. Both phones will do 120W (20V, 6A) using the Xiaomi MDY-12-ED charger. According to TENAA, both phones will have the same battery capacity – 4,650 mAh – so they should charge at the same speed. This is the same charging speed as the 4-series, though with a slightly bigger battery. A full charge should take around 16-18 minutes, getting to 50% should take around 5 minutes. We’re not 100% clear on the chipsets, but all...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/both_black_shark_5_models_will_support_120w_fast_charging_3c_docs_reveal-news-53182.php

Lenovo Legion Y90 is arriving on February 28

The next gaming smartphone by Lenovo is going to be called Legion Y90, and today the company revealed its launch date. The event is scheduled for February 28, where we will see not only the flagship handset but a small gaming tablet, also part of the Legion portfolio. The Legion Y90 is a successor of the Lenovo Legion 2 Pro, and it will carry over most of the impressive features like the big 6.92” AMOLED, the side-mounted elevating selfie camera and the latest Qualcomm chipset, which this year is the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. The device will support 68W fast charging for its massive 5,600...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/lenovo_legion_y90_is_arriving_on_february_28-news-53170.php

Meta Drops “News” from Facebook’s News Feed in its latest rebranding

On Tuesday, it was announced on the Facebook App’s official Twitter handle that the News Feed is being rebranded to just “Feed”. In an email sent to The Verge, Facebook explained that this is “just a name change to better reflect the diverse content people see on their Feeds,” and that it shouldn’t “impact the app experience more broadly.” Starting today, our News Feed will now be known as "Feed." Happy scrolling! pic.twitter.com/T6rjO9qzFc— Facebook App (@facebookapp) February 15, 2022 Facebook is one of the most popular social network apps used in the world with about 2.89...

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Realme 9 Pro and 9 Pro+ get unboxed on video a day before their official unveiling

Realme has already unveiled a lot of details regarding the upcoming Realme 9 Pro and 9 Pro+, which are due to be officially announced tomorrow - in less than 24 hours, actually. But if for some reason you wanted even to know even more - you can now watch an unboxing video of the two devices by Unbox Therapy, showcasing the handsets in all their glory. Since the video is still up many hours after its upload, we're assuming this is sanctioned by Realme and part of its teaser/hype-building campaign for the duo. The Realme 9 Pro is shown in black here, and it's powered by the Snapdragon...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_9_pro_and_9_pro_get_unboxed_on_video_a_day_before_their_official_unveiling-news-53166.php

Google starts selling Pixel 6 and 6 Pro in Singapore

Google is very, very slowly making some progress in distributing its phones in more places. The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro started off being offered in only a handful of territories, which increased to eleven earlier this month with the devices launching in Italy and Spain. And now, ladies and gentlemen - we finally have a dozen! Google's done it, and taken the Pixel 6 duo to Singapore. You can buy the Pixel 6 for SGD 999 in Stormy Black or Sorta Seafoam, or the Pixel 6 Pro for SGD 1,299 in Cloudy White or Stormy Black. Google Pixel 6 Each phone is thus missing a color option, but...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_starts_selling_pixel_6_and_6_pro_in_singapore-news-53165.php

Apple has three Macs on the way, new-look Air could arrive in March

Apple has enlisted three upcoming Macs with the Russian Eurasian Economic Commission, with the model numbers A2681, A2615, and A2686. The first is described as a portable computer, while the other two simply as computers. This means we could be looking at the redesigned MacBook Air, possibly the new M1 Pro/Max-powered Mac mini, and the anticipated Mac Pro. Apple filed the upcoming iPhone SE+ 5G and iPad Air with the EEC last month, and the general expectation is that Apple will unveil both on March 8. The new-look MacBook Air could piggyback on the same event. Rumor has it the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_has_three_macs_on_the_way_newlook_air_could_arrive_in_march-news-53164.php

Report: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 to feature built-in S Pen

With the highly anticipated debut of the Samsung Galaxy S22 series in the rear-view mirror, most Samsung leaks will now focus on the next big announcements in Samsung’s product lineup – the 2022 crop of Galaxy Z series foldables. South Korean news portal The Elec now claims the Galaxy Z Fold4 will come with a built-in S Pen just like the Galaxy S22 Ultra. The leak comes courtesy of unnamed sources who predict the built-in S Pen will be a key selling point for the new Z Fold4 Galaxy Z Flip3 supported the S Pen but did not have a built-in slot for storage Samsung is expected to retain...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/report_galaxy_z_fold4_to_feature_builtin_s_pen-news-53163.php

Apple will now give price estimates for repairs in certain countries

With the latest update to the Apple Support app, Apple adds "relevant support options" for customers to describe an issue with their iPhone or iPad. The app opens up with a "Tell us what's happening" where you can briefly type what's wrong with your device and get relevant support options. Based on your description of the issue Apple Support will go as far as to quote you a price estimate for the repair. Mind you, this estimate will only be available in specific countries, and it may not be the final figure you'll pay upon completion of your repair. Source | Via

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Sony LinkBuds review

Sony is a headphone company. Sometimes that is easy to forget because Sony is also a camera company, a TV company, a gaming company and a bunch of other things. It's the maker of the premier active noise-canceling headphones and earbuds in the WH-1000XM4 and the WF-1000XM4, among other excellent audio products. But today we're looking in the opposite direction of active noise cancellation, and into audio transparency, and specifically at Sony's new innovative LinkBuds - the first earbuds truly designed to let the outside world in. The LinkBuds immediately stand out thanks to their...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_linkbuds_review-news-53106.php

Samsung Galaxy S22+ disassembled on video

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Google Messages comes as default messaging app on Samsung’s Galaxy S22 series in the US

Starting with the Samsung Galaxy S22 series, Samsung ships its smartphones with the Google Messages app as the default messaging app. Before this, Samsung had its own stock messaging app that was compatible with RCS as the default app in the US. Meanwhile, the S21 series launched in Europe with Google Messages as the default messaging app. The change was noted during a segment of MKBHD’s Waveform podcast. It's not like anyone couldn’t just head into the Play Store and download Google’s Messages app, at least those who were aware of the difference. It is likely that the average user won’t...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_messages_comes_as_default_messaging_app_on_samsungs_galaxy_s22_series_in_the_us-news-53147.php

OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G design shown off officially in Bahama Blue color

The OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G will be made official on February 17 (Thursday), but the company has decided to unveil some details about it early – it already confirmed the Dimensity 900 chipset, now it is officially showing off the rear of the phone. This colorway with a subtle gradient is called Bahama Blue. There are three cameras on the bump, we’re guessing main + ultra wide + macro (considering the tiny lens on the third one). The cameras themselves are expected to be the same as on the original CE (64+8+2 MP). OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G in Bahama Blue (official image) OnePlus has also...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_nord_ce_2_5g_design_shown_off_officially_in_bahama_blue_color-news-53144.php

Xiaomi Redmi K50 Gaming Edition to come in Mercedes-AMG F1 version

Xiaomi Redmi K50 Gaming Edition is all set to debut on Wednesday February 16 and ahead of the big event, we get an official teaser for the Mercedes-AMG F1 version of the device. Xiaomi previously partnered with the official Mercedes F1 team on the Mi Electric Scooter Pro 2 a while back but the Redmi K50 Gaming Edition will be the first phone in the collaboration between the two brands. We don’t get an official look just yet but that should come in the days leading up to the event. Past teasers have revealed blue and silver variants of the K50 Gaming Edition with the latter...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_k50_gaming_edition_to_come_in_mercedesamg_f1_version-news-53142.php

India bans 54 more Chinese apps from Google Play

The Indian Ministry of Home Affairs is banning 54 Chinese more apps from the local Google Play store citing national security concerns. However, one of the most popular apps on the list, if not the most popular, is originating from Singapore and it's Garena Free Fire. The app was named the best game on Google Play in 2021. This is not the first time the Indian government is blocking apps from the Indian app market. In June, September and November 2020, 219 Chinese apps in total were banned. The list contains prominent names such as TikTok, PUBG Mobile, Clash of Kings, Weibo, AliExpress...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/india_bans_54_more_chinese_apps_from_google_play-news-53141.php

ZTE nubia Z40 Pro to bring magnetic wireless charging

nubia’s Z40 Pro is on its way and we’ve already gotten a clear picture of the phone’s key spec - Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset at the helm and a 35mm custom Sony IMX 787 main lens. The latest teasers also confirm the phone will bring wireless magnetic charging which would be a first on a commercially available Android phone. Realme showcased its own MagDart offerings which we tested but those were limited to the Realme Flash concept phone. nubia Z40 Pro magnetic charger poster There are no details on the charging speeds nor a real picture of the magnetic charger for the nubia Z40 Pro...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/zte_nubia_z40_pro_to_bring_magnetic_wireless_charging_-news-53140.php

Red Magic 7 series to feature dedicated gaming chip, cooling system and UD camera detailed

We’re all set to cover the nubia Red Magic 7 announcement on February 17 but before the big event nubia posted several new teasers for its upcoming gaming flagship. Red Magic 7 will bring an all-new independent gaming chipset dubbed Red Core No. 1. Based on the teaser the chip will process sound, light, vibration and touch inputs. Red Magic 7 cooling system and clip on fan The new teasers also detailed the phone’s elaborate heat dissipation system via a teardown video as well as several new posters. Red Magic 7 will bring a multi-stage cooling system with a 20,000 RPM active...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/red_magic_7_to_feature_independent_gaming_chip_cooling_system_and_ud_camera_detailed-news-53139.php

Nokia G21 in for review

The Nokia G21 arrives a little less than a year after the G20 came on the scene. As with other makers, the G-series is home to mid-rangers that focus on affordable pricing and offering a reliable product rather than going after gimmicks. The G21 is a herald for a new design language for the company. Previous models featured a centered circular camera bump, what was once affectionately called “Oreo”. This model shifts to a rounded rectangle bump that is tucked into the corner. It’s not a totally innovative design, but it does feel like a fresh take after a couple of years with the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_g21_in_for_review-news-53126.php

Nokia G21 unveiled with 90Hz LCD, 50MP camera and three day battery life

The sequel to the Nokia G20 has arrived and it comes with improvements to the battery, screen and camera. None of the upgrades will make your head spin, no, the company is focused on sensible, reliable designs. That reliability is best expressed in Nokia G21’s top feature – running for three days between charges on its 5,050 mAh battery. HMD made improvements to its power saving modes, making them less restrictive. This allowed the company to enable the first level of battery saving at 20% (instead of 10%), at 10% you get the second level of power saving to extend battery life even...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_g21_unveiled_with_90hz_lcd_50mp_camera_and_three_day_bat-news-53121.php

Weekly poll: Samsung Galaxy S22 series - hot or not?

While Samsung believes the future is in foldables, the rigid Galaxy S phones are still best-sellers. Three new models are coming to stores soon – you can already pre-order them and the first units will ship out on February 25 (a couple of weeks from now). In case you missed it, our Samsung Unpacked coverage wrap-up is a gateway to specs, prices and other details. Speaking of prices, they are the same as last year in Europe and the US, despite rumors of a possible price hike. One rumor that did prove true is that India is getting the Snapdragon versions of the phones. By the looks of it,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s22_series__hot_or_not-news-53108.php

Weekly poll results: The Samsung Galaxy Note line will be missed

The Galaxy Note is dead, long live the Galaxy S22 Ultra! We knew it was coming, but was it actually a good move to drop the Note line and absorb its trademark feature into the S-series? No, it wasn’t, judging by the results from last week’s poll. The majority would have preferred if Samsung kept the S and Note models separate. If nothing else, having a second launch near the end of the year was a boon for holiday shoppers with money to burn but few ideas. But that time slot is now owned by the Z foldables. About a third of voters don’t see it that way, though. If the phone was named...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_the_samsung_galaxy_note_line_will_be_missed-news-53105.php

Huawei Watch GT Runner review

Huawei launched the Watch GT Runner as its latest sports-oriented smart wearable. Our initial thoughts were of a lighter version of the Watch GT 3, but after having spent more time with it, we realized there's more to it. Read on for our review. The Watch GT Runner does indeed share most of the hardware with the Watch GT 3 - 1.43” AMOLED circular screen and resolution of 466 x 466 pixels. The battery is 455 mAh, there is a body temperature sensor, latest-generation heart rate tracker, wireless charging and Harmony OS 2.0. So it's no surprising that performance is more or less...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_watch_gt_runner_review-news-53123.php

KZ X Crinacle CRN (ZEX Pro) wired IEM review

KZ is a Chinese brand that has become well-known in the IEM segment for its affordable and reasonable-sounding earbuds. We covered the popular KZ ZSN Pro X in our budget IEM roundup and found them to be the best of the bunch. The company has now teamed up with Crinacle to launch the CRN. Crinacle is a revered reviewer and critic in the audio industry and runs a database of over 1000 tested IEMs on his website. Recently, he has taken to doing collaborations with IEM brands to come up with products that have been tuned to his liking. KZ now joins this list of brands that includes Moondrop,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/kz_x_crinacle_crn_zex_pro_review-news-53055.php

Redmi K50 Gaming Edition will come with 64MP IMX686 and 20MP IMX596 shooters, company shares camera samples

The Redmi K50 Gaming Edition is coming on February 16, and the company has already kicked off its promo campaign by revealing the smartphone's design and a few features, including shoulder triggers and a 4,860 sq.mm vapor chamber for 40% better heat dissipation. Today, Redmi shared some details about the K50 Gaming Edition's camera department. Redmi has announced that the K50 Gaming Edition's primary camera will use the 64MP Sony IMX686 sensor which will take impressive night-time photos and let you capture pictures in a maximum resolution of 9,248x6,944-pixels. Inside the screen's...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_k50_gaming_edition_camera_specs_samples-news-53137.php

Samsung Galaxy S22 series hot take

The Samsung Galaxy S22 trio arrived earlier this week to take their spots as the rulers of the Korean company's bar phone lineup. The Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S22+ both get updated main cameras and slightly changed sizes, while the Galaxy S22 Ultra is the first Samsung phone to come with a built-in S Pen since the Note20 Ultra in 2020. Galaxy S22 and S22+ now fit their positions better The Galaxy S22 and S22+ come with revamped camera setups compared to their predecessors, including a significantly larger main sensor and proper telephoto cameras instead of relying on digital zoom from a...

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Realme tipped to launch 80W and 150W charging phones, Dimensity 8000-powered device coming soon

Realme introduced its 125W UltraDART charging tech in July 2020 and its VP, Mr. Madhav Sheth, told us last October in an interview that the company would launch its first 125W charging phone in 2022. The GT 2 Pro was expected to charge up to 125W, but that didn't happen since the smartphone arrived with 65W charging. And while we await the commercialization of the 125W UltraDART tech, a new rumor claims Realme will launch smartphones with 80W and 150W charging. Word comes from reliable tipster Digital Chat Station, who also said that Realme will use Oppo's 160W power adapters to charge its...

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