Motorola Edge 30 Pro in for review

Motorola unveiled the Edge X30 last December in China as the world's first Snapdragon 8 Gen 1-powered smartphone, which debuted globally a couple of days ago as the Motorola Edge 30 Pro with slight differences and two color options - Stardust White and Cosmos Blue. And we've received one in blue shade for a full review. The Motorola Edge 30 Pro's retail package isn't all that different from what we've seen with its predecessor - Edge 20 Pro. A compact, blue-ish box with the smartphone's name on top. On the inside, we've got the phone itself along with some paperwork, a SIM ejector tool, a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_edge_30_pro_in_for_review-news-53331.php

World’s first iPhone 12 Pro Max with USB-C port up for sale on eBay

Slovakian company DEEP has successfully modified an Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max to fully function with a USB-C port. For a long time, consumers have wondered (and rumors have swirled since 2017) why Apple has yet to switch the iPhone to the USB-C standard. After all, the iPad and Mac lineups already use the universal standard. The company has prepared a video of the modification process. After prying the phone open and removing the Lightning port flex cable assembly, measurements of the USB-C connector are taken so that a housing can be installed on the iPhone 12 Pro Max. After removing...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/worlds_first_iphone_12_pro_max_with_usbc_port_up_for_sale_on_ebay-news-53336.php

Samsung Galaxy A03 finally makes it to India

The Samsung Galaxy A03 that was initially announced back in November has been available already in some markets, but not India. Today the Korean company has made the first step in rectifying that, by officially launching it for the Indian market. The device is already listed on Samsung's India website, and it seems like there's only one RAM/storage combination for India: 3/32GB. At least if we go by Samsung's website. However, according to FoneArena, it should also be available from retail stores in a 4/64GB configuration. Surely you are by now wondering about the price. The...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a03_finally_makes_it_to_india-news-53335.php

Samsung Galaxy S22 family gets its first update with the March security patch

Don't check your calendar if you read this while it's still fresh out of the oven - your calendar isn't broken, it's still February, but Samsung doesn't care. Once again it's put out a new security patch before we're even in the month of said patch. In this case, we're talking about the Galaxy S22 family, all available starting today in a bunch of markets. The Galaxy S22, S22+, and S22 Ultra are all now receiving their first ever software update, at least in Europe. The new build is S90xBXXU1AVBF, where "x" is a digit that differs according to which device you have. The update's...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s22_family_gets_its_first_update_with_the_march_security_patch-news-53334.php

Valve launches Steam Deck, now available to order to reservers

Valve today finally launched its portable Steam Deck console. The device is now available for order to the first batch of reservers, who will be getting an email with ordering details. Potential buyers who reserved the device will have 72 hours to complete their purchase after receiving the email, or they can cancel their reservation. The next batch of emails will be sent next week. Valve also released a mini-game called Aperture Desk Job. Set in the Portal universe, the game is designed to walk you through the controls and features of the Steam Deck. However, while it is designed...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/valve_launches_steam_deck_now_available_to_order_to_reservers-news-53333.php

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s22_ultra-review-2382.php

Samsung releases the Expert RAW app for Galaxy S22 series

The Expert RAW app that gives you further control over the cameras of the Galaxy S21 Ultra is now available for the S22 family as well. Also, it's now officially out of beta. However, the new stable release is only available for the Galaxy S22 phones, at least for now. The app itself supports Linear DNG 16-bit raw output and grants full control over all of the camera, including the HDR function. It's important to note that only Android 12 Samsung devices will get official non-beta support for the app in the future. Samsung says the stable version of the app will arrive to the Galaxy...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_releases_the_expert_raw_app_for_galaxy_s22_series-news-53301.php

Oppo Find X5 Pro hands-on review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_x5_pro_hands_on-review-2385.php

Watch the official unboxing video of the Oppo Find X5 Pro and other promo videos of the X5 series

The Oppo Find X5 Pro was unveiled today with a new chipset, new custom ISP, other camera improvements, bigger, faster battery, a ceramic back and more. It’s a lot to take in, but you can kick back and watch a few videos about the new flagship. Let’s start with the official unboxing video. The phone supports the new 80W SuperVOOC charging setup and comes with the required power brick and USB-C cable out of the box. There’s also a protective case in there. This video goes well beyond just the contents of the retail package, it also quickly goes through all the highlights and upgrades of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/watch_the_official_unboxing_video_of_the_oppo_find_x5_pro_and_other_promo_videos_of_the_x5_series-news-53304.php

Samsung Galaxy S22 series surpasses 1 million pre-orders in South Korea

South Korean outlet ZDnet is now reporting that a whopping 1.02 million Samsung Galaxy S22 series units have been pre-ordered locally. That number is on pace for a new record with 300,000 units being booked on the first day of the campaign. Samsung’s Galaxy S8 series launched back in 2017 actually managed 1.4 million pre-orders but accomplished so in an eleven-day pre-order period while the S22 series did so in just seven. The Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3 were also close to the 1 million pre-orders mark but failed to reach that record setting number last year. Samsung’s new Galaxy S22...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s22_series_surpasses_1_million_preorders_in_south_korea-news-53299.php

Samsung Galaxy S22 gets more than 70K pre-bookings in first 12 hours

Samsung India has revealed that it’s seen “overwhelming response” to the Samsung Galaxy S22 series. According to the phone maker, Pre-bookings (pre-orders) have exceeded 70,000 in the first 12 hours of going live on February 23. Samsung doesn't make clear whether it's the S22 base model or all models combined. Customers in India can currently pre-book the Galaxy S22 series through March 10 before the flagship officially goes on sale starting on March 11. Customers who pre-book a Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra will receive a Galaxy Watch4 valued at INR 26999 for a discounted price of INR...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s22_gains_over_70k_prebookings_in_india_during_the_first_12_hours-news-53288.php

Google Pixel 7 Pro CAD-based renders leak

Not long ago we covered the first ever leaked details about Google's upcoming Pixel 7 pair of smartphones, and we were sure that we'd see more rumors and speculation about them since the ball got rolling. But we weren't prepared to be offered CAD-based renders this early in the development cycle. Remember, the Pixel 7 devices should only become official in October. Anyway, here's the Pixel 7 Pro in all its Pixel 6 Pro doppelganger glory: It wasn't a given that Google would stick with the current-gen design, but it has. The same general outline is there, as is the camera 'visor' at...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_7_pro_cadbased_renders_leak-news-53286.php

Samsung Galaxy A73, A53, A33, and A23 specs leak

No less than four upcoming members of Samsung's A family of devices have been leaked today, which must be some kind of record. We're talking major specs for all of these, so buckle up and let's take them one at a time. First off, let's start with what will seemingly be the highest-end of the bunch, as the name implies too: the Galaxy A73. This is said to sport a 6.7" FHD+ 120 Hz AMOLED screen, the Snapdragon 750G chipset at the helm, a quad rear camera system, and a 5,000 mAh battery with support for 25W fast charging. Now let's detail those cameras: you'll get a 108 MP main shooter, a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a73_a53_a33_and_a23_specs_leak-news-53287.php

Apex Legends Mobile to have a limited regional launch in 10 countries

EA has announced that Apex Legends Mobile will have a limited regional launch in ten countries. It starts next week and will run throughout Spring. The list of countries where this limited regional launch will take place includes Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia, Mexico, Peru, Argentina, and Colombia. The game will be available on Android and iOS. On Android, you need at least Android 8.1, and at least 3GB of RAM. On iOS, you need a device with iOS 10, Apple A9, and at least 2GB of RAM. During the limited launch, players will be able to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apex_legends_mobile_to_have_a_limited_regional_launch_in_10_countries-news-53285.php

iQOO 9 Pro review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iqoo_9_pro-review-2383.php

Samsung acknowledges Galaxy S22 Ultra screen flickering issue, fix coming soon

Samsung launched the Galaxy S22 Ultra on February 9 and promised shipping will begin on February 25. Yet some users got their units early and some of those stumbled upon an unpleasant surprise - the screen started flickering in certain scenarios. An official forum moderator replied to concerned users on Reddit acknowledging the issue. He also assured them a fix is coming soon. If you have an Exynos #GalaxyS22Ultra pls check if your device is affected by this bug, too.(Notice the graphic glitches/artifacts on lock screen clock.)Seems to be a widespread issue now.Reproduce steps in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_acknowledges_galaxy_s22_ultra_screen_flicker_update_incoming_soon-news-53279.php

Spotify’s Car Thing now available to all in the US for $89

Spotify’s Car Thing is a dash-mounted device that lets you control your Spotify music in-car with minimal distraction from the road. Previously available only by invitation, the Car Thing is now available for anyone who wants to buy one in the US. Spotify is selling the Car Thing directly on its website for $90. The Spotify Car Thing requires a Premium subscription. It pairs to your smartphone and can work with the touch wheel control to scroll through the options, or you can use “Hey Spotify” to request what you want to hear. The device can still be used on its own while the Car Thing...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/spotifys_car_thing_now_available_to_all_in_the_us_for_89-news-53269.php

Samsung Galaxy A03 price in India leaks

Samsung initially unveiled the Galaxy A03 back in November, and it's been available in limited markets since last month. Soon though, it will finally arrive in India. Before that happens, you might be wondering how much it is going to cost over there, and thankfully today's leak covers just that. A usually reliable tipster has outed the image you can see below, which is said to come from internal Samsung systems. Thus, according to it, the list price for the Galaxy A03 with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage will be INR 10,499, while the dealer price for it will be INR 10,193. On the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a03_price_in_india_leaks-news-53268.php

OnePlus is working on Nord TWS earbuds and a phone codenamed Oscar

OnePlus rumors abound today, starting with the fact that the company is apparently working on a pair of Nord-branded true wireless earbuds, to go with its line of mid-range smartphones. A few renders purportedly showing the Nord buds have been leaked, but the source says some changes may occur on the path to a finalized product, as these renders are based on live images of "final prototyping stage units". In other words, the actual shipping product will probably resemble what you see here, but just how much remains to be seen. The Nord buds seem to have a physical button with a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_is_working_on_nord_tws_earbuds_and_a_phone_codenamed_oscar-news-53267.php

TSMC takes Apple's whole 5G modem order for iPhone 14

A new report emerged from a Chinese media outlet saying that TSMC is ready to take all of Apple's 5G modem orders for its upcoming iPhone 14 series. This information contradicts an earlier report suggesting that TSMC will take only a portion of the orders. The 5G modem is rumored to be based on TSMC's 6nm node, which is a significant improvement over the Qualcomm modems used in today's iPhones. This should result in reduced power consumption. There's also an inside intel about a power management chip being developed by Apple designed to optimize the modem. Other optimizations...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tsmc_takes_apples_whole_5g_modem_order_for_iphone_14-news-53264.php

Caviar introduces limited edition designs for Galaxy S22 Ultra

Samsung introduced its Galaxy S22 lineup earlier this month, and the Russian luxury company Caviar followed up with its latest gaudy customizations. The new series includes six different designs with various luscious materials, including 24K gold, lightweight titanium and carbon fiber. The names of the designs are Bird of Prey with beige crocodile leather; Ocelot, inspired from the Art Deco era with a gold-plated jeweled steel inlay; Drive with carbon fiber and reinforced titanium frame; Great Gatsby with a 3D geometric pattern on a gold-plated alloy, inspired by the popular F. Scott...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/caviar_introduces_limited_edition_designs_for_galaxy_s22_ultra-news-53260.php

Realme Narzo 50 confirmed to bring 120Hz display and Helio G96 SoC

Ahead of its imminent launch on February 24 Realme’s Narzo 50 shined in several new official teasers as well as an FCC listing which gives us a look at its design and key specs. Realme Narzo 50 design and display teasers The new teaser confirmed the phone will bring a 120Hz refresh rate display and will be powered by MediaTek’s Helio G96 chipset. The device will also bring a 5,000 mAh battery and 33W Dart fast charging. Realme Narzo 50 chipset and battery teasers The FCC listing bearing the RMX 3286 model number revealed a handful of live images of the device alongside...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_narzo_50_confirmed_to_bring_120hz_display_and_helio_g96_soc-news-53257.php

Samsung Galaxy S21 series may get One UI 4.1 by the end of February, according to Verizon rep

Samsung’s Galaxy S22 lineup launched with One UI 4.1. Naturally, Galaxy S21 owners are wondering when their smartphones’ firmware will be matched with the latest models. According to one Verizon customer service rep, that might be soon. One PiunikaWeb reader tipped the outlet about their conversation with one of Verizon’s customer service chat. When asked about the One UI 4.1 update for the Galaxy S21 series, the agent responded that the update would be arriving by the end of the month. Source: PiunikaWeb Talk Android points out that the Galaxy S20 series received One UI 3.1...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s21_series_may_get_one_ui_41_by_the_end_of_february_according_to_verizon_rep-news-53250.php

Samsung releases animated film for its 2022 ‘Over the Horizon’ ringtone

Every year, Samsung changes the sound of its “Over the Horizon” ringtone by keeping the core melody but asks different musicians to create a new version of it to keep the ringtone fresh while also reflecting the current mood of the state of the world. 2022’s rendition of “Over the Horizon” comes from LA-based producer Kiefer Shackleford and features the musician’s cross-genre, hip-hop-influence, and jazztronica sound. The Galaxy S22 series is preloaded with this new ringtone as interpereted by Shackleford. The 2022 rendition includes a new animated video to go along with the music...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_releases_animated_film_for_its_2022_over_the_horizon_ringtone-news-53248.php

Redmi K50 Gaming gets torn down on video

Last week Xiaomi sub-brand Redmi took the wraps off its first K50 family member, the Redmi K50 Gaming (also known as the K50G). This is a model aimed at gaming as the name implies, with magnetic pop-up physical gaming triggers and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC at the helm. So a pretty interesting device undoubtedly. And now, mere days after its unveiling, we have a video teardown of it to show you. This one was recorded in China and looks kind of, sort of official - do prepare to hit pause a lot though if you want to get a longer look at any of the components, because the pace of this thing...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_k50_gaming_gets_torn_down_on_video-news-53247.php

OnePlus 10 Pro snaps in half in bend test

The OnePlus 10 Pro was unveiled for the Chinese market back in January, and earlier today it got a new Panda White version. The phone is yet to come to any markets outside of China, but hopefully that will happen soon. In the meantime, YouTuber Zack from JerryRigEverything has decided to put the OnePlus 10 Pro through his signature "durability test", which includes some screen scratching and burning as well as a bend test. The handset starts off well with the Gorilla Glass Victus on top of its display scratching at level 6 on the Mohs hardness scale, with deeper grooves at level 7....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_10_pro_snaps_in_half_in_bend_test-news-53246.php

Samsung Galaxy S22+ review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s22_plus-review-2381.php

Realme Book Prime incoming in April

Realme joined the laptop smart with the Realme Book last year, and at the beginning of 2022, it launched a notebook called Realme Book Enhanced Edition. It is currently available only in China, but reports are it will hit global markets in April. Realme Book Enhanced Edition The Enhanced Edition, as the name suggests, is an upgrade over the Realme Book (sold as Book Slim in India). It has a higher TDP CPU Intel i5-11320H 11th gen processor, and because of the extra heat, it also has improved dual-fan cooling system. Multi-core performance is up by 20%, while single-thread is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_book_prime_incoming_in_april-news-53234.php

OnePlus 10 Pro is now available in White

The OnePlus 10 Pro flagship launched in China earlier this year in two colors - Green and Black. Today, the company announced a third color is joining in - Panda White. Pre-orders are up, with the actual sale and shipments scheduled for March 1. The Panda White smartphone will be offered in just one memory configuration - 12 GB RAM + 512 GB storage, which is an improvement over the 12/256 GB variants, announced during the January launch. Aside from the colors, everything else remains the same - Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, massive 1440p screen, and a triple camera with 48 MP main + 8 MP...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_10_pro_is_now_available_in_white-news-53233.php

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11S in for review

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 series arrived in our office, and after the Redmi Note 11 Pro, Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, vanilla Redmi Note 11, it is time to share our initial thoughts on the Redmi Note 11S before we hand it over to our review team. The retail box brings a transparent case, a Black unit, a 33W charger and a USB-C cable, as well as some reading material. The Redmi Note 11S looked the same as the Redmi Note 11 in the official images, but in reality there is an extra layer of glass on top of the camera island, making it stick out even more, and the device is a bit more wobbly...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_note_11s_in_for_review-news-53219.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 7

Week 7 brought us a diverse trending with 5 makers placing smartphones in the top fine and Samsung easing its grip on the leading spots. The Galaxy S22 Ultra is still the most popular phone in our database by a country mile, but this time it's the Redmi Note 11 that came second. The vanilla Galaxy S22 dropped to third, but it managed to edge out the newly announced Redmi K50 Gaming. In fifth we have the Motorola Frontier, which captured a lot of attention even weeks before its official announcement. Clearly, you guys are interested in checking that 192MP camera out and frankly so...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_7-news-53232.php

Week 7 in review: Nokia G21, Realme 9 Pro and Pro+ official

Another week is over, so let's recap. The Nokia G21 is official with a 90Hz LCD and 50MP camera. Nokia promises three days off the 5,050mAh battery. The Nokia G21 will be available soon for €170. Realme unveiled the 9 Pro and 9 Pro+ (reviews here and here). They're an interesting pair - the 9 Pro has a bigger 6.6-inch IPS LCD of 120Hz refresh rate, 64MP main cam, Snapdragon 695, and 5,000mAh battery. The Pro+ has a 6.4-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED, 50MP main camera, Dimensity 920, and a 4,500mAh battery. The Realme 9 Pro+ goes on sale on February 21, starting at INR24,999 ($335) for the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/week_7_in_review_nokia_g21_realme_9_pro_and_pro_official-news-53224.php

Exclusive: Here's the Doogee S98 with two screens and Night Vision camera

We recently exclusively reported that MediaTek is working on a new 6nm chip codenamed "Next-G" which will be announced towards the end of the year, with Doogee being one of the first brands to use it. Now a reliable source tells us that it will be a Doogee S98 series smartphone that will be powered by this MediaTek chip. While we don't have any other details about this smartphone, our source tells us that Doogee will launch three more devices under the S98 series, dubbed S98, S98 Pro, and S98 Ultra. The Pro and Ultra versions are expected to go official in April or May, but the vanilla...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/doogee_s98_full_specs_images_launch_date-news-53221.php

Flashback: the Sony Xperia X series left us feeling like something was missing

Sony’s flagship Xperia Z line gathered a few loyal followers back in its day and had several esteemed members in its ranks. However, in February 2016 the series abruptly came to an end with the arrival of the Xperia X series. Sony didn’t quite move away from flagships, but the new models definitely had a different feel to them compared to the Z5 series (which included highlights like the first phone with a 4K screen). Let’s look at the original trio. Sony Xperia X Performance The Sony Xperia X Performance was the leader of the pack with a Snapdragon 820 chipset, a much-needed...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/flashback_the_sony_xperia_x_series_left_us_feeling_like_something_was_missing-news-53222.php

Xiaomi 12 Ultra to run on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ chipset

The famous Chinese tipster on Weibo, Digital Chat Station has revealed that the upcoming Xiaomi 12 Ultra smartphone will run on a still-unannounced Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+. Given that the Plus variants of Qualcomm's flagship SoCs are usually announced in H2, we probably shouldn't expect the Xiaomi 12 Ultra before the end of Q3 2022. The device with the corresponding model number has popped up on the radar with an unnamed Qualcomm SM8475 SoC. And since the current non-Plus SD 8 Gen 1 chip carries the model number SM8450, it's safe to assume that this is indeed the Plus variant. Rumor has...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_12_ultra_to_run_on_the_future_snapdragon_8_gen_1_chipset-news-53231.php

Weekly poll results: strong demand for the Galaxy S22 Ultra, the other two are in its shadow

You can’t call it a Note, but you can call it a winner – the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra decisively topped the chart in last week’s poll. It was by far the most popular option and this is still in the pre-order stage, before detailed reviews have come up. This phone just has people excited. There is still a large contingent of people waiting on reviews (we’re working on it), but so far the future of the S22 Ultra looks bright. Will people warm up to its two siblings, given positive reviews? Maybe. Right now both the Galaxy S22 and S22+ are failing to convince people that the new cameras...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_strong_demand_for_the_galaxy_s22_ultra_the_other_two_are_in_its_shadow-news-53204.php

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 in for review

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 introduced in India last week has landed at our office for a full review. We've got the Space Black color version, but there are two more options - Stardust White and Horizon Blue. Before we check out what the Redmi Note 11 has to offer, let's take a quick look at its retail package, which comes with the usual documentation, a protective case, a USB-C charging cable, and a 33W power adapter. The Redmi Note 11 packs a 6.43" FullHD+ 90Hz AMOLED display that's protected by Gorilla Glass 3 and has a centered punch hole for the selfie camera. The screen...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_note_11_in_for_review-news-53215.php

Qualcomm's next flagship SoC to support the AV1 video codec

The AV1 video codec aims to improve bandwidth efficiency on high-quality videos and has already been adopted by YouTube and Netflix. However, Qualcomm's current chips don't support native decoding of AV1 videos, unlike Samsung's Exynos flagship SoCs from 2021 and 2022. Well, Qualcomm will quickly catch up, introducing AV1 decoding in its upcoming 2023 flagship chipset. The source of this information says the SM8550 chip will be the first one to adopt it. The current Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC's model number is SM8450, so it's probably safe to assume that it's the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 we are...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomms_next_flagship_soc_to_support_the_av1_video_codec-news-53230.php