OnePlus 10T goes on sale in India

The OnePlus 10T unveiled a few days ago is now available for purchase in India through Amazon.in and OnePlus's official Indian website. It comes in Moonstone Black and Jade Green colors with two memory options - 8GB/128GB and 12G/256GB, priced at INR49,999 ($630/€620) and INR54,999 ($690/€680), respectively. There's also a variant with 16GB RAM and 256GB storage onboard, but that's not available in India. The evolution of speed is here and it's time for you to be a part of it. The all new #OnePlus10T 5G comes equipped with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and 150W SuperVOOC Fast charging to take your...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_10t_india_price_sale_date-news-55327.php

iPhone 14 could be delayed due to growing China-Taiwan tension

You might have heard about Nancy Pelosi, the Speaker of the US House of Representatives, and her visit to Taiwan. It's been all over the news lately. But how is that relevant to the iPhone 14 release, you might ask? Well, as most of you know, Apple is TSMC's top customer and the company ships chips to Pegatron in China where iPhones are assembled. And Pelosi's visit to Taiwan has put an even bigger strain on the China-Taiwan relationship. As a result, the CCP has come up with new regulations forbidding any mention of "Taiwan" or "Republic of China" in the shipping documents. This in turn...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iphone_14_could_be_delayed_due_to_growing_chinataiwan_tension-news-55325.php

Amazon lists the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 with specs and renders

Sure, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 leaks are aplenty, especially in the last few weeks right before the Unpacked event on August 10, but it's always nice to see official information that supposedly comes from Samsung. Hence why we find this seemingly accidental Amazon listing of the still unannounced Galaxy Z Fold4. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 renders Amazon Netherlands seems to have "unpacked" Samsung's top foldable handset prematurely, showing some renders and display specifications. The outer display measures 6.2" in diagonal, running on a 120Hz refresh rate with a centered...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/amazon_lists_the_samsung_galaxy_z_fold_4_with_specs_and_renders-news-55326.php

Tecno Camon 19 Pro 5G launching soon in India

Tecno recently launched the Spark 9T in India, and the next smartphone it will introduce in the country is the Camon 19 Pro 5G. Tecno hasn't revealed the Camon 19 Pro 5G's launch date yet, but it said the smartphone is "coming soon." Any light, dim or bright, can be a highlight for all your pics! With the all new TECNO CAMON 19 Pro 5G. Coming Soon.#TECNOMobile #TECNO #AStylishAffair #CAMON19Pro5G #StayTuned pic.twitter.com/zmCWqrvZtu— TECNO Mobile India (@TecnoMobileInd) August 5, 2022 We don't know about the Tecno Camon 19 Pro 5G's Indian price either, but we know what the smartphone...

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Our Huawei Mate Xs 2 video review is now out

Huawei is still around, despite the very damaging sanctions it's had to deal with for a few years now, and it's putting out a limited number of phones every year, focusing on the mid-range nova line as well as foldables. The Mate Xs 2 is of the latter category, and offers us an intriguing glimpse of what could have been one of the Galaxy Z Fold3's main competitors, had it been able to sport 5G and use the Play Store. We've recently finished our in-depth written take on the top notch foldable from the ailing Chinese company, and today we also bring you the video version of the review. As...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/our_huawei_mate_xs_2_video_review_is_now_out-news-55322.php

Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite gets Android 12-based One UI 4.1 update

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite announced last May with Android 11-based One UI 3.1 is receiving Android 12 with One UI 4.1 on top. The new update brings a refreshed UI and the usual Android 12 and One UI 4.1 goodies to the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite in addition to the July 2022 Android security patch. The firmware carries version number T225XXU1BVGB and is rolling for the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite sporting model code SM-T225 in Hong Kong and Germany. The rollout will hopefully expand to other models and regions soon. If you live in Hong Kong or Germany and haven't received the Android 12 update...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a7_lite_android_12_one_ui_4_1_update-news-55323.php

OnePlus Nord N20 SE with MediaTek Helio G35 revealed, sales debut on Monday

Hot on the heels of the 10T's international launch earlier this week, OnePlus' official store on AliExpress has decided to surprise us by listing another new device. It's called OnePlus Nord N20 SE, and it shouldn't be confused with the Nord N20 5G, as it has nothing in common with that model save for the charging speed. The Nord N20 SE will become available on August 8 - that's next Monday. The company's AliExpress store boasts that it's running the phone's "World Premiere" and we agree since it hasn't popped up anywhere else. Pricing starts at $178.49 for the blue version, and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_nord_n20_se_with_mediatek_helio_g35_revealed_sales_debut_on_monday-news-55321.php

Huawei Mate Xs 2 review

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HBO Max and Discovery+ merging into one service next year

Warner Bros Discovery held its Q2 earning call yesterday and CEO David Zaslav confirmed new plans for the media giant’s streaming platforms. HBO Max and Discovery+ will merge into one service which will be available from summer 2023. The move is based on HBO Max’s performance issues which saw regular crashes during big show releases. Zaslav confirmed that Discovery+ would be the core of the new streaming platform due to its superior tech stack while the entire HBO Max catalog will be carried over. Warner Bros Discovery reported a Q2 net loss of $3.4 billion and the CEO confirmed the...

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Samsung Galaxy A23 5G quietly unveiled with 6.6" LCD, 5,000mAh battery

The 5G variant of the Galaxy A23 quietly went official with surprisingly few changes – a new chipset to enable the 5G connectivity and the screen refresh rate may have been dialed back to 60Hz, but even that latter bit is yet to be confirmed. Samsung Galaxy A23 5G Samsung’s official specs are mum on the exact chip that powers the Galaxy A23 5G. A Geekbench results suggested that it is the Snapdragon 695 – an upgraded 690 with 15% faster CPU and 30% faster GPU. The 695 was announced alongside the Snapdragon 680 that powers the Galaxy A23 (4G) and both are made on TSMC’s 6nm...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a23_5g_quietly_unveiled_with_66_lcd_5000mah_battery-news-55309.php

Realme 9i 5G is coming on August 18, design and specs revealed

Realme launched the Realme 9i in January with the Snapdragon 680 SoC, and seven months later, the company is all set to unveil its 5G variant. The Realme 9i 5G will be introduced on August 18 at an event in India which will begin at 11:30AM local time. Realme is promoting the 9i 5G as "The 5G Rockstar" and shared a poster revealing its design and specs. The smartphone will be powered by the Dimensity 810 chip and have triple cameras on the back panel flaunting Laser Light Design. The groove of an all-time head shaker is here! Get ready for #The5GRockstar, coming soon to rock your...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_9i_5g_launch_date-news-55307.php

Redmi K50S Pro with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset revealed by AnTuTu

Xiaomi’s brand Redmi is expected to bring a K50S Pro smartphone with a 200MP camera. The device with model number 22081212C popped up on AnTuTu, scoring 1,120,691 points. The result is similar to other phones with a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, suggesting this new Redmi will have the latest Qualcomm flagship chipset as well. Xiaomi Redmi K50S Pro on AnTuTu The score is a sum of the raw performance in four key areas - CPU (261,363), GPU (489,064), memory (193,133) and user interface and experience (177,131). The numbers suggest the phone uses LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_k50s_pro_with_snapdragon_8_gen_1_chipset_performs_impressively_on_antutu-news-55306.php

Moto Razr 2022 reservations open in China

The Motorola Razr 2022 is set to debut on August 11 but those who want to be among the first to receive the foldable can already reserve a unit via Chinese retailer JD.com. The phone’s landing page also has a few marketing images that show out the new design improvements made by Motorola. Razr 2022 features a new hinge mechanism that allows the phone to fold completely flat without any opening. The poster also mentions the screen gets a new 6-layer protective structure which should hold up better in terms of durability. The poster also confirms the three RAM/storage trims for the device -...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/moto_razr_2022_reservations_open_in_china-news-55305.php

Oppo Watch 3 series is arriving on August 10

A few days ago, reliable tipster Digital Chat Station said that the Oppo Watch 3 series will be unveiled on August 10. And today, Oppo corroborated that information as it took to Weibo to announce that the Watch 3 series is arriving next Wednesday. The launch event will begin at 7PM local time in China, where Oppo will also introduce a new Zhimei Life smart product. The poster shared by Oppo teases the rotating crown on the Watch 3 series but doesn't reveal anything else. However, the company previously confirmed that the Watch 3 series will be powered by the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_watch_3_series_launch_date-news-55304.php

Qualcomm starts sponsoring Manchester United, putting the Snapdragon brand front and center

Today Qualcomm has announced that it's entered a "multi-year global strategic collaboration" with Manchester United, one of the best known football clubs in the world. So Qualcomm will be sponsoring Manchester United, with the arrangement featuring the Snapdragon brand. That's definitely interesting - Qualcomm seems to be expanding these sponsorships far and wide recently, putting the Snapdragon brand in front of as many people as possible, even though it isn't actually selling anything direct to consumers. Maybe the company simply has too much money to know what to do with. Or...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomm_starts_sponsoring_manchester_united_putting_the_snapdragon_brand_front_and_center-news-55303.php

Rough CAD renders show the upcoming entry-level iPad

Apple has long been rumored to refresh the entry-level iPad this year, with a new model supposedly switching from Lightning to USB-C, as well as featuring a faster chipset. Today some rather rough-looking CAD renders of the upcoming device have leaked through a case maker, and you can see them below. Unfortunately these don't clarify the port situation at all, as there's a red mark on the port hole. The renders show a camera island on the back with one sensor and an LED flash, as well as the front layout from the previous model, with the camera on the top bezel and the Touch ID...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/rough_cad_renders_show_the_upcoming_entrylevel_ipad-news-55302.php

Motorola Razr 2022 and X30 Pro launch rescheduled for August 11

Motorola was gearing up to announce its long-awaited Razr 2022 foldable and X30 Pro phones on Tuesday - August 2 until it canceled the event just hours before tipoff. The speculated reason was rising tensions between China and Taiwan over US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit. Earlier today, Lenovo Mobile China GM Chen Jin posted a new teaser for the Moto Razr 2022 which has the August 11 date on the cover screen and the time set to 2MP - the likely new launch date and time for the Razr 2022. New Motorola Razr 2022 teaser (machine translated) Motorola is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_razr_2022_and_x30_pro_launch_rescheduled_for_august_11-news-55301.php

Motorola Edge 30 Neo's key specs revealed by Geekbench

Motorola's Edge 30 series consists of a vanilla and Pro model, and one of the smartphones it's expected to add to the lineup soon is the Motorola Edge 30 Neo that has popped up on Geekbench with its key specs. Motorola Edge 30 Pro According to the benchmark database, the Motorola Edge 30 Neo is powered by an octa-processor clocked at up to 2.2GHz. The smartphone has 8GB RAM and runs Android 12, which will likely be marketed as a "near-stock" version of Android. Geekbench doesn't reveal any other specs of the Motorola Edge 30 Neo, but rumors claim it will be a rebranded Edge...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_edge_30_neo_specs_geekbench-news-55291.php

ROG Phone 6 Pro takes AnTuTu crown in July

Qualcomm introduced the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset as a mild upgrade over the regular 8 Gen 1, and the first phones with the new platform arrived in July. Antutu just released its monthly list of best-performing Android phones, and we are not surprised the see the top two occupied by devices with the new flagship chipset. The ROG Phone 6 Pro with 18 GB RAM and 512 GB storage scored over 1.1 million points, closely followed by another Asus phone, the Zenfone 9. The Red Magic 7 by nubia completed the rostrum and become the leader among those with the non-Plus chip. Antutu added a new...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/newly_announced_rog_phone_6_pro_quickly_takes_antutu_crown_in_july-news-55290.php

OnePlus Nord CE receives Android 12-based OxygenOS 12, T-Mobile's 8 and 8T get it too

OnePlus has released the Android 12-based OxygenOS 12 update for the Nord CE. It comes with firmware version EB2101_11.C.04 and is rolling in India for a limited number of users, with a broader rollout expected to commence in a few days. OnePlus Nord CE The OxygenOS 12 update brings a new UI and the usual Android 12 and OxygenOS 12 goodies to the Nord CE. You can check the changelog below for more details. Also, make sure you have at least 30% battery and 4GB of free space on your Nord CE before installing the update. System Optimized desktop icons with improved...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_nord_ce_8_8t_t_mobile_android_12_oxygenos_12_update-news-55289.php

Apple to release iPadOS 16 a month after iOS 16

Ever since Apple created iPadOS and separated its tablet software from its iOS phone software, updates to both have gone out at the same time. But that may all change next month, if a new report from "people with knowledge of the matter" is accurate. Apparently Apple is planning to delay the release of iPadOS 16 by about a month compared to iOS 16. The latter would come out in September as usual for a new iOS release, while iPadOS 16 would only show up in October. Stage Manager in iPadOS 16 The reason? The new Stage Manager multitasking system that's built into iPadOS 16 is taking...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_to_release_ipados_16_a_month_after_ios_16-news-55288.php

OnePlus 10 Pro gets $100 cheaper in the US

OnePlus unveiled the 10T today, a phone that will sit alongside the 10 Pro in the company's portfolio as it's not a successor to that model, but more of a weird side-grade, with some pluses but also some minuses. While that may be rather confusing, what's not is the pricing - the 10T is the cheaper model. But not by as much as we initially thought, at least not in the US. OnePlus 10 Pro Over there, OnePlus has made the 10 Pro $100 cheaper than it's been so far. It launched at $899, but you can now grab one for $799. That's still more than the $649 you have to pay for a OnePlus 10T,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_10_pro_gets_100_cheaper_in_the_us-news-55287.php

vivo Mobile accused of tax evasion to the tune of $280 million in India

India’s Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has accused Vivo Mobile of evading taxes worth ₹22.1 billion ($280 million). The DRI discovered custom duty evasion and issued a “show cause” notice to the company – a legal request for the company to justify its actions. Vivo Mobile is accused of “willful mis-declaration in the description of certain items imported”. Evidence of this was discovered after the Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided 44 locations belonging to the company. Some assets were seized during the investigation. According to data from the authorities, the tax...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_mobile_in_india_accused_of_tax_evasion_to_the_tune_of_280_million-news-55285.php

Samsung US offers up to $200 credit if you reserve one of the upcoming foldables and wearables

Samsung US will continue accepting reservations for the gadgets that will be unveiled at the August 10 Galaxy Unpacked event for a few more days, the cut off is on August 9. You can make the reservation on Samsung.com or using the Samsung Shop App. The offer has been restructured a bit – you can get $100 in Samsung Credit if you reserve just a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 or Z Fold4 or you can get $200 if you reserve a phone, plus a Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Buds2 Pro. A note on how you can spend the credit: if you pick the option with just the phone, then the credit can only be applied to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_us_offers_up_to_200_credit_if_you_reserve_one_of_the_upcoming_foldables_and_wearables-news-55278.php

Oppo A77 4G launches with Helio G35 and 50MP main cam

Oppo has a new A-series phone for the Indian market dubbed Oppo A77 4G. This is a midrange offering with a 6.56-inch IPS LCD, Helio G35 chipset and a 50MP main cam. Oppo previously launched its A77 5G back in June though that device features a Dimensity 810 chipset and 90Hz refresh rate. The new Oppo A77 4G gets a 6.56-inch IPS LCD with HD+ resolution and a standard 60Hz refresh rate. There’s a waterdrop notch cutout on top for the 8MP selfie cam. The back houses a 50MP main cam and a 2MP depth helper. Oppo A77 4G in Sunset Orange The phone is IP5X dust resistant and IPX4 water...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_a77_4g_launches_with_helio_g35_and_50mp_main_cam-news-55277.php

Samsung Galaxy Watch5 will have faster charging

The Samsung Galaxy Watch5 will charge a lot more quickly than its predecessor, according to the latest leak. Tipster SnoopyTech claims Samsung is packing a 10W magnetic charger with the wearable, meaning the peak charging rate will be twice as high as that of the Watch4. However, we expect a bigger battery in the Watch5, which alongside the charging curve limitations mean that actual charging time improvement is hard to predict. Samsung Galaxy Watch5 10W charger The images reveal the charger cable is USB-C as was to be expected. While 10W output is a lot for a smartwatch...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch5_will_have_faster_charging-news-55276.php

OnePlus postpones today's Ace Pro launch event in China

OnePlus had scheduled an event in China today to unveil the Ace Pro. However, the company has нов announced that it has postponed the launch event and related activities without specifying any reason or setting a new launch date. This announcement from OnePlus comes after the US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi landed in Taiwan, increasing tensions between the US and China since the latter considers Taiwan as its territory. OnePlus is not the only brand to cancel its launch event in China. Yesterday, Motorola also canceled its Razr 2022 and X30 Pro launch event. The...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_ace_pro_china_launch_event_postponed-news-55275.php

Galaxy A04s launch imminent as support page goes live on Samsung's official website

The Samsung Galaxy A04s we've been hearing about for a few months should launch soon since the smartphone's support page has gone live on Samsung's official UK website. The support page doesn't reveal any specs of the Galaxy A04s. However, its model code, SM-A047F/DSN, suggests the Galaxy A04s will have dual-SIM support in the UK. There's no word from Samsung about the Galaxy A04s' launch date and specs yet, but thanks to Geekbench, we know the version with model designation SM-A047F will come with the Exynos 850 SoC, Android 12, and 3GB RAM. Although there could be more RAM options...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a04s_support_page_uk_official_website-news-55274.php

Our Tecno Camon 19 Pro video review is now out

Tecno definitely isn't a household name across the world, but in those markets where it's present it's hard to ignore the value that the brand is offering. The Camon line of devices focuses on bringing big screens and a good camera performance for the price, and the price is on the low side, hence the value proposition we were mentioning above. We've already put the latest in the family, the Camon 19 Pro, through the paces of our full in-depth review process, and now it's time for our video review to come out of the oven. It's short, it's fresh, and it's comprehensive - aiming to give you...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/our_tecno_camon_19_pro_video_review_is_now_out-news-55273.php

Realme GT2 Explorer Master review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_gt2_explorer_master-review-2457.php

Counterpoint: Europe's smartphone market slides further in Q2

Q1 was the worst first quarter for smartphone shipments in Europe since 2013, based on data by Counterpoint Research. In the second quarter the market fell 13% compared to Q1 for a total of 40.3 million units shipped – the worst Q2 since 2020. Compared to Q2 last year, the market is down 11%, but that doesn’t paint a complete picture of the interesting dynamics at work. The war, the shaky economy and the resurgence of COVID-19 all hampered smartphone makers. Quarterly Smartphone shipments in Europe and change compared to Q2 2021 (source: Counterpoint) At first glance Samsung and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/counterpoint_europes_smartphone_market_slides_further_in_q2-news-55272.php

OnePlus 10T unboxing video goes live a day before the phone itself does

The OnePlus 10T will be unveiled tomorrow, August 3, but “embargoes are overrated”, according to an unboxing video that arrives a day early. Note that the big box featured in the video is a reviewer’s kit, which includes additional accessories for testing. The retail package is the red box inside. The phone that comes out of the box is the Moonstone Black colorway (buyers will also be able to pick Jade Green). The retail package contains a charger, an adapter rated at a whopping 160W, a USB C-to-C cable and a USB C (male) to A (female) adapter. OnePlus has already confirmed that the phone...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_10t_unboxing_video_goes_live_a_day_before_the_phone_itself_does-news-55264.php

Oppo Reno8 Z 5G design leaks in marketing image

Yesterday saw the Oppo Reno 8Z 5G pass through Geekbench, which confirmed the Snapdragon 695 chipset. Now, Evan Blass (@evleaks) is bringing us a closer look at the phone’s design in what appears to be an official marketing image. We can see the Reno8 Z 5G features three cameras on the back outlined in a rectangle with a shiny finish, which contrasts with the matte finish of the rest of the back. According to Blass, the Reno8 Z 5G will be nothing more than a rebranded Reno7 Z 5G for global markets. Interestingly enough, Oppo already released a Reno8 Lite which shares the same specs...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno8_z_5g_design_leaks_in_marketing_image-news-55263.php

iQOO 9T arrives with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and V1+ chip

The iQOO 9T smartphone is now official in India with a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset. It also has a vivo V1+ display chip that allows real-time extreme night vision. The new phone by the vivo sub-brand inherits a lot from the iQOO 9 Pro, including the 6.78” E5 AMOLED screen. It has a 120 Hz refresh rate and 360 Hz touch sampling rate. There is a supersonic fingerprint scanner underneath. On the back, we have a rectangular island, housing the trio of cameras - 50MP main with Samsung GN5 sensor and OIS, 13 MP ultrawide and 12MP telephoto units. The iQOO 9T offers a vapor chamber...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iqoo_9t_arrives_with_snapdragon_8_gen_1_and_v1_chip-news-55262.php

Google Pixel 6a gets Android 13 beta

Google has released the Android 13 beta for the Pixel 6a that went on sale last week. We are talking about the Android 13 Beta 4.1, which is the latest Android 13 beta already available for other eligible Pixel devices. The Android 13 Beta 4.1 is the first Android 13 beta build for the Pixel 6a, which, according to the official changelog, comes with a few bug fixes in addition to the July 2022 security patch. However, the firmware actually comes with the June 2022 security patch level. The Google Pixel 6a runs Android 12 out of the box, and if you can't wait for the release of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_6a_android_13_beta_4_1-news-55261.php

A Nothing Phone (1) Lite may be on the way

If Nothing's brackets-loving naming scheme had you convinced that the next smartphone the company would come out with would be the Nothing Phone (2), well... Maybe not. A new rumor today claims that before a successor, the Nothing Phone (1) will get a "lite" version sibling. This would basically be exactly the same device as the Nothing Phone (1), only with a plain glass back (so no fancy LED Glyph Interface) and no wireless charging. Despite still supporting 33W charging, the "lite" model would ship with a 42W charger in the box, according to the same source. Nothing Phone (1) For...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/a_nothing_phone_1_lite_may_be_on_the_way-news-55260.php

Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro pre-order and release dates leak

While Apple loves to launch its new phones in September, Google has been all about October for its main Pixel release of the year, and according to a new report, things won't change in 2022. The information allegedly comes from "very reputable sources" and is disseminated by FrontPageTech, which also accurately predicted the launch date for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro last year. So, the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro will apparently go on pre-order on October 6 and will become available on October 13. While this hasn't been specifically stated, we can infer that the launch event itself will take...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_7_and_pixel_7_pro_preorder_and_release_dates_leak-news-55259.php

Nothing Phone (1) drop test: the front is tougher than the back

The Nothing Phone (1) has an aluminum frame sandwiched between two panes of Gorilla Glass 5. Does that mean that the front and back are equally resilient to falls? It turns out that they are not, as you can see in the PBKreviews drop test in the video below. The phone comes with a plastic screen protector out of the box and that was kept in place for the test – it may be what made the difference between cracking from waist height and surviving after being dropped. For better protection of the back you can use the official protective case, which is transparent so that the Glyph...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_1_drop_test_the_front_is_tougher_than_the_back-news-55252.php

Samsung Care+ UK confirms all Galaxy Z Flip4 colors and storage options

We’re just over a week removed from Samsung’s big Unpacked event where we’ll see the debut of the next generation of Galaxy foldables and smartwatches and the leaks keep coming. The latest one is courtesy of Samsung’s own Care+ UK insurance site which details the color options and storage trims for the upcoming devices. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 Bespoke color options The Galaxy Z Flip4 is listed in blue, bora purple, graphite and pink gold colors which will be available in 128GB and 256GB storage trims. In addition, Samsung’s Bespoke customizer will offer a plethora of additional color...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_care_uk_confirms_all_galaxy_z_flip4_colors_and_storage_options_-news-55250.php

Entry-level vivo Y02s leaks on company website

The Y02s, an upcoming entry-level smartphone by vivo, was just leaked by the company itself. It was accidentally uploaded on the company's website and while it was quickly taken down it's hard to delete things on the internet and the details are not present for everyone to see. The new device will have a Mediatek Helio P35 chipset with 3GB of RAM and 32GB memory, a single camera on the back and a waterdrop notch on the front. vivo Y02s The 6.51” LCD's detailed specifications weren't listed, but given the nature of the phone anything beyond 720p resolution would be...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/entrylevel_vivo_y02s_leaks_on_company_website-news-55249.php

Huawei Freebuds Pro 2 review

Huawei's latest flagship TWS earphones - the Freebuds Pro 2 - come as a natural evolution of the first Freebuds Pro. They are co-engineered with Devialet and having spent considerable time testing them we are now ready to share what we hope will be some useful impressions. We had the Silver Blue set, which is definitely the belle of the ball - there are also Black and White options for more traditional looks. Picking a bold color for an accessory usually means it will be an accent in one’s apparel, and in this case, the Freebuds Pro 2 in Blue are definitely a head-turner. The case...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_freebuds_pro_2_review-news-55238.php

Nothing Phone (1) update brings UI and charging improvements

Nothing is rolling out version 1.1.2 for the Nothing OS (1) for the Phone (1). It's a minor update but brings some useful improvements to the phone. The always-on display feature will now by have the custom schedule on by default. This means the feature will automatically turn itself off at night. The user can still manually change this to be on all the time but it's no longer the default behavior. Change log. Note the lighter shade of gray for the background in the updated version. This update also added an option to make the fingerprint icon appear when the display is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_1_update_brings_ui_and_charging_improvements-news-55248.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 30

Nothing's phone (1) kept its crown as the most popular phone in our database for the third week in a row, while Google's Pixel 6a is once again the runner-up. The gap is much smaller this week, though, so we might see a change at the top in week 31. In third we have the Asus Zenfone 9, which made its official debut and finally ended the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra's streak of consecutive bronze medals. The Samsung flagship settled for fourth, just edging the Redmi Note 11 and the Galaxy A53. There are three Apple smartphones in the final four positions, with the iPhone 13 Pro Max...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_30-news-55247.php

Realme Pad X in for review

The Realme Pad X just arrived and we decided to do our customary unboxing before we start the review. Lucky for us, it came with the Realme Pencil and the Smart Keyboard, which are normally sold separately. The Realme Pad X was unveiled back in May but only became global a few days ago. The tablet comes with a USB cable and a 33W charger. The tablet starts at INR17,999 ($225/€220) for the Wi-Fi-only 4/64GB model, and INR25,999 ($325/€320) for the 5G 4/64GB model. The Realme Smart Keyboard is priced at INR4,999 ($63/€61) and the Realme Pencil is INR5,499 ($69/€68). Realme Pad X...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_pad_x_in_for_review-news-55236.php

Week 30 in review: Zenfone 9 and MatePad Pro 11 official, Pixel 7 leaks

Another week down, let's recap it. The most popular story of the week concerned the camera sensors on the upcoming Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro phones. They'll have the same Samsung GN1 sensor in the main, and Sony IMX381 in the ultrawide camera as the current Pixel 6/6 Pro. But both 7-series Pixels will get bumped to a new autofocusing 11MP Samsung 3J1 selfie module, while the Pixel 7 Pro will upgrade its zoom camera's sensor from the IMX586 to the GM1. The Asus Zenfone 9 is official. It's deliciously compact, but that doesn't impede its performance or its battery endurance. The phone has a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/week_30_in_review_zenfone_9_and_matepad_pro_11_official_pixel_7_leaks-news-55237.php

Huawei Mate Xs 2 in for review

Huawei brought the new foldable Mate Xs 2 back in May, and we were reporting on the ground with first impressions and hands-on experience. Back then the device was in limited supply but now Huawei is bringing it to the store shelves and we got our hands on one unit. The Mate Xs 2 ships in three colors, and our unit is White. The finish on the back is leathery but since the phone folds outwards, the color is more of an afterthought. Still, it feels nice on the hands when the Mate is unfolded. We love how thin the phone is in its base - it is just 5.4 mm, with the camera bump doubling...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_mate_xs_2_in_for_review-news-55193.php

Weekly poll: is the Asus Zenfone 9 the perfect phone for you?

Now this is a rare beast – the Asus Zenfone 9 is a small phone with a large battery and a powerful chipset. It really is a beast, in our review it outperformed the Exynos-powered Galaxy S22, SD 8 Gen 1 powered Xiaomi 12 and others. This was in Performance mode and the phone can’t last long at full throttle, but Asus’ new vapor chamber cooling system handled the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset better than expected. The Zenfone 9 measures 146.6 x 68.2 x 9.5mm and weighs 165g. For comparison, the Galaxy S22 is 146 x 70.6 x 7.6mm and 167g (though that is with a battery that is 600mAh...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_is_the_asus_zenfone_9_the_perfect_phone_for_you-news-55239.php

Weekly poll results: iQOO 10 series shows promise, but limited availability is a huge issue

Is 200W charging power too much? No, it’s just right for some of the voters in last week’s poll. However, the iQOO 10 Pro has problems of a different nature – availability. That same issue extends to the vanilla iQOO 10 as well. iQOO is more of a regional brand, its products are available mainly in China and India, leaving out a lot of potential buyers. Parent vivo is certainly not a regional brand, so it can spread iQOO out to new regions if it wanted to, but that is not the strategy it has chosen. However, this means that even though nearly half of voters are interested in the iQOO 10...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_iqoo_10_series_shows_promise_but_limited_availability_is_a_huge_issue-news-55235.php

Madhav Sheth: Realme will launch a sub-INR15,000 5G smartphone, enter new consumer categories in H2 2022

Realme launched the Pad X in India a few days ago with a bunch of other AIoT products, including the Watch 3 and its first PC monitor, dubbed Realme Flat Monitor Full HD. On the sidelines of the launch, we spoke with Mr. Madhav Sheth - CEO of Realme India, VP of Realme, and President of Realme International Business Group - to learn more about Realme's product roadmap for H2 2022. Sheth told us that in the coming months, Realme will launch at least four new products in India, including a 5G smartphone in the INR10,000 ($126/€123) to INR15,000 ($190/€185) category, which, the Indian CEO...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_sub_inr_15000_5g_smartphone_launch_new_consumer_durable_categories_h2_2022-news-55246.php