Snapdragon 6 Gen 1's specs sheet leaked

Qualcomm has launched three chipsets based on the 4nm manufacturing process under the new naming scheme until now - Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, and Snapdragon 7 Gen 1. Thanks to reliable leakster Evan Blass, we now know the company will also launch a Snapdragon 6 series chip with the same naming convention, called Snapdragon 6 Gen 1. Blass has leaked the complete specs sheet of the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC, which tells us it is a 4nm chip having part number SM6450. It supports 5G networks and Qualcomm's Quick Charge 4+ technology. The Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC consists of a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomm_snapdragon_6_gen_1_full_specs-news-55552.php

OnePlus 10T gets OxygenOS A.06 update fixes some bugs, improves camera

About a week after its first software update, the OnePlus 10T is now receiving a second one that aims to optimize some things under the hood as well as improve the camera experience. Keep in mind that this is a staged rollout, so some users may have to wait a couple of days for their OTA update to arrive. The software is being pushed to the global and Indian units and improves general system stability and optimizes quite a bit of stuff, including apps in the background, the display and the fingerprint reader. The camera is also being improved, mainly in portrait mode and the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_10t_gets_oxygenos_a06_update_fixes_some_bugs_improves_camera-news-55551.php

Google's Tensor 3 CPU and Samsung's Exynos 1380 reportedly in the works

As per a report from GalaxyClub, Google and Samsung are already working on a third-generation Tensor SoC, which should power next year's Pixel 8 lineup. On the one hand, it's no surprise that Google and Samsung will continue to work on their joint venture but on the other, it's not the first time Google has killed a project or two. After all, the first-generation Tensor chipset isn't exactly on par with the competition from Qualcomm and Apple. Things may change in the future, though. The Tensor's advantage, however, is that Google has the freedom to tailor the SoC to its needs. Its...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/googles_tensor_3_cpu_and_samsungs_exynos_1380_reportedly_in_the_works-news-55550.php

OnePlus Nord Wired Earphones launched in India

As promised, OnePlus today launched the OnePlus Nord Wired Earphones in India. They come in a single black color and are designed after the Bullets Wireless Z neckband-style Bluetooth earphones. The Nord Wired Earphones pack 9.2mm dynamic drivers and have a sound cavity of 0.42cc. These come with a 3.5mm connector, and OnePlus bundles a total of three pairs of silicone tips (small, medium, large) for passive noise cancellation. You also get an inline mic with button controls, and the earphones also have magnets that allow you to play/pause the audio. OnePlus Nord Wired...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_nord_wired_earphones_specs_india_price_sale_date-news-55549.php

Asus Zenfone 9 Android 13 beta program announced

Asus has announced the Android 13 beta program for the Zenfone 9 launched last month with Android 12. Those interested can apply for the beta program by navigating to their Zenfone 9's Settings > System > System update menu, clicking on the gear icon in the top-right corner, and then clicking on "Enroll in the Beta Test Program." After that, click on "Agree", sign up for the Asus member account if you don't have one already, fill in the beta test application, and click "Submit." If your application is accepted, you will be informed via email and receive the Android 13 beta on your...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/asus_zenfone_9_android_13_beta_program-news-55548.php

Samsung’s Expert RAW camera app now supported on Galaxy Z Fold4

Samsung has a more advanced camera app called Expert RAW that gives you more control over the cameras on the Galaxy S21 series, S22 series, and the Galaxy Fold3 (with support for the S20 Ultra, Note20 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Fold2 delayed). The app lets you shoot with any of the cameras on the device with full control of the shutter and ISO. The latest version of the Expert RAW app 2.0.00.3 expands support to the Galaxy Z Fold4. The new app version also improves image performance in low-light with the ability to add custom presets. There is no mention of support for the Galaxy Z Flip4,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsungs_expert_raw_camera_app_now_supported_on_galaxy_z_fold4-news-55547.php

Samsung's One UI 5.0 based on Android 13 gets a rumored release date

Samsung recently started beta testing One UI 5, the upcoming version of its skin based on Android 13, the latest iteration of the OS which Google outed earlier this month. These beta testing phases usually last for at least a few weeks, but naturally everyone is curious about the release date for the finalized One UI 5 build. And according to a new rumor today, that will be either October 17 or October 19. That's when the Galaxy S22 models will allegedly start receiving the update. That's an incredibly specific bit of info right there, especially for a software release, which could...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsungs_one_ui_50_based_on_android_12_gets_a_rumored_release_date-news-55546.php

Instagram denies a viral post that claimed the app shares your location with followers

Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri and Instagram’s social media team are refuting claims that the Instagram app is tracking location data and sharing it with followers looking for your exact location. A post went viral claimed “a recent iOS update” has made it so that “people can now find your exact location from Instagram”. This prompted many people to go into their phone’s Instagram app settings and disable location permissions for the app. Instagram’s Comms Twitter posted about the viral post, clarifying what Instagram’s policies on location data are. Wanted to share this 🧵 for clarity....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/instagram_denies_a_viral_post_that_claimed_the_app_shares_your_location_with_followers-news-55545.php

OnePlus Nord Wired Earphones are launching on August 27

OnePlus currently sells two Nord-branded earphones in India - Nord Buds and Nord Buds CE. These will be joined by a third pair of Nord earphones tomorrow, dubbed OnePlus Nord Wired Earphones. As already evident from the name, these are wired earphones, unlike the Nord Buds and Nord Buds CE which are wireless. They come in black color and have a 3.5mm headphone jack, so you don't need a USB-C adapter to use them with devices that don't have an audio jack. OnePlus Nord Wired Earphones The Nord Wired Earphones have a sound cavity of 0.42cc and pack 9.2mm dynamic drivers. They...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_nord_wired_earphones_specs_design_launch_date-news-55537.php

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra to feature the same camera design as its predecessor

It may sound a bit too early for Galaxy S23 Ultra leaks but this one comes from a pretty reliable source, Ice Universe. The Samsung tipster says that the company has settled on a design and it's the same one as the Galaxy S22 Ultra. Supposedly, that's the case with the rear camera design, at least. And it kind of makes sense because it was well-received and it's easy to distinguish it from the rest of the Galaxy S22 phones in the family. The new report seems to be in line with the previous one from Ice Universe claiming that the overall design and dimensions will remain...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s23_ultra_to_feature_the_same_camera_design_as_its_predecessor-news-55529.php

Sony Xperia 5 IV launching on September 1

Sony is hosting a new launch event on September 1 where we’re expecting to see the debut of the Xperia 5 IV. The event is scheduled to take place from 4PM Japan time/9AM CEST and will be live-streamed on the official Sony Xperia YouTube channel. Sony teamed up with artist Cat Burns who shot and recorded her latest music video on the “new Xperia” phone though she didn’t explicitly mention it’s the Xperia 5 IV. Based on rumors and a more recent FCC certification Xperia 5 IV will debut with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset and a camera setup similar to the outgoing Xperia 5 III with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_5_iv_launching_on_september_1-news-55527.php

Xiaomi Redmi phones to ship without chargers too

Xiaomi announced its Redmi Note 11SE in India yesterday and while most of the coverage is centered around the phone’s specs, Xiaomi India’s official page confirms the phone will ship without a charger. Xiaomi stopped bundling chargers with its phones starting with the Mi 11 last year but this would mark the first time a Redmi phone ships without a charger. Redmi Note 11SE package contents We can see the package contents for the Note 11 SE include the phone, a USB-C cable, SIM ejector tool, protective case, quick start guide and warranty card. All other Redmi phones sold via Xiaomi...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_may_stop_shipping_chargers_with_its_redmi_devices-news-55526.php

Honor Magic4 Pro becomes an exclusive sponsor to Genshin Impact at Gamescom 2022

Gamescom 2022 is taking place right now in Cologne, and one major smartphone announcement came from Honor’s camp. The company’s flagship, the Honor Magic4 Pro, is the exclusive smartphone partner of HoYoverse for the new Version 3.0 update of Genshin Impact. The partnership means attendees at the trade fair can test the expansion pack on Honor smartphones. According to the developers, Genshin Impact Version 3.0 unlocks access to a massive Sumeru region and some playable Dendro characters. The game also runs at 120Hz now. Source

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_magic4_pro_becomes_an_exclusive_sponsor_to_genshin_impact_at_gamescom_2022-news-55525.php

vivo V25 Pro goes on sale in India

The vivo V25 Pro unveiled last week is now available for purchase in India through vivo's official Indian website, Flipkart, and partner retail stores across the country. The V25 Pro comes in Pure Black and Sailing Blue colors and has two memory options - 8GB/128GB and 12GB/256GB priced at INR35,999 ($451/€451) and INR39,999 ($501/€501), respectively. The vivo V25 Pro is powered by the Dimensity 1300 SoC and runs Android 12-based Funtouch OS 12 out of the box. It's built around a 6.56" 120Hz FullHD+ curved AMOLED screen with a punch hole for the 32MP selfie camera and a fingerprint reader...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_v25_pro_india_price_sale_date-news-55524.php

Huawei Mate 50 series certified by 3C with 66W fast charging, to feature Snapdragon 8 Gen 1

Soon after Huawei confirmed the Mate 50 series will launch on September 6, more Mate 50 news arrives including charging speeds, a camera feature, and the expected chipset. The certification lists three unique Mate 50 models, purported to be the Huawei Mate 50, Mate 50 Pro, and Mate 50 RS Porsche Design. They are listed to support charging speeds of up to 66W (11V @ 6A) as well as 10W (5V @ 2A) and 40W (10V @ 4A). In another report from Digital Chat Station via Weibo, there’s word of a fourth Huawei Mate 50E model that is to be powered by the Snapdragon 778G. Meanwhile, the Huawei...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_mate_50_series_certified_by_3c_with_66w_fast_charging_to_feature_snapdragon_8_gen_1-news-55523.php

Fitbit launches Sense 2, Versa 4, and Inspire 3 wearables

Today Fitbit has officially introduced its "fall lineup", refreshing its two most high-end smartwatches alongside the Inspire 3 fitness tracker. The Google-owned company chose to subtly evolve the designs of the Versa 4 and Sense 2, opting to eschew any revolutionary changes this year in that department. Well, unless you count the physical button replacing the capacitive one from last year. The theme pretty much continues on the inside as well. Compared to its predecessor, the Sense 2 gets all-day stress management thanks to its new continuous EDA sensor. This can make you aware of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/fitbit_launches_sense_2_versa_4_and_inspire_3_wearables-news-55522.php

Poco hints at new Helio G99-powered M series smartphone

Poco's Indian division has dropped an image on Twitter teasing a new M series smartphone powered by the Helio G99 SoC. Poco hasn't revealed the name of this new smartphone yet. However, the image shared by the company suggests its back panel will have a leather finish. ‘M bringing sexy back 😈 pic.twitter.com/LTSY84gapu— POCO India (@IndiaPOCO) August 24, 2022 Poco hasn't divulged any other specs of this new M series smartphone or revealed its launch date either, but you can expect to hear more about this Helio G99-powered phone in the coming days.

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_m_series_helio_g99_smartphone_launch-news-55516.php

Huawei Mate Xs 2 finally arrives in the United Kingdom

Huawei announced the global rollout of its latest foldable, the Mate Xs 2, back in May. Italy and Germany got the phone shortly after, yet it's only now that availability for the UK is detailed. Actual sales begin on September 12. British customers will be able to pre-order the Huawei Mate Xs 2 between August 31 and September 11. There is also a nice little treat for those who do - the company will throw a free Watch GT 3 Pro (46 mm with either a Black fluoroelastomer or a Brown leather strap that costs £300 on its own). The foldable was announced in White, Black, and Violet, but...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_mate_xs_2_united_kingdom-news-55514.php

Honor teases new wireless earphones ahead of IFA 2022

With IFA Berlin 2022 around the corner Honor is sharing some details for its announcement plans. Honor already teased its announcement lineup which consists of a new phone, laptop, tablet and a pair of wireless earbuds and we now get our first images of the earbuds. Honor's upcoming wireless earbuds While we don’t have a name for the earbuds for now though they do look similar to the Honor Earbuds 3 Pro that we recently reviewed. Honor is testing the buds with a high-frequency head and torso simulator to tweak their output. We don’t have any other info on the buds at the moment...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_teases_new_wireless_earphones_ahead_of_ifa_2022-news-55515.php

Asus ROG Phone 6D with Dimensity 9000+ appears on AnTuTu

Asus launched the ROG Phone 6 series back in July, and the Pro phone quickly took the AnTuTu crown by the end of the month. Now an even more powerful version appeared online with slightly better benchmark results, and reports are the new device will be called ROG Phone 6D, powered by a Dimensity 9000+. The score of 1,146,594 for the phone with model number ASUS_AI2203_D may be unofficial and an outlier in AnTuTu terms, but it is still 2-3% more than the very same ROG Phone 6 Pro, powered by a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. More importantly, the CPU scored over 290,000 which is about 15%...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/asus_rog_phone_6d_antutu_dimensity_9000-news-55513.php

Samsung Galaxy A04 goes official with a 6.5" screen and 50MP camera

Samsung announced the Galaxy A03 last November, and nine months later, the company has quietly unveiled its successor - the Galaxy A04. The Samsung Galaxy A04 looks similar to its predecessor. It sports an Infinity-V display and features two cameras on the back joined by an LED flash. However, the rear cameras aren't placed inside a camera island like the A03, and the flash is now positioned on the right side between the two cameras instead of the first shooter. The display measures 6.5" diagonally and has HD+ resolution. Like the Galaxy A03, the Galaxy A04 also comes with a 5MP...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a04_specs_price_sale_date-news-55511.php

Parts and repair manuals for M1 MacBooks added to Apple's Self Repair Program

Late last year, Apple announced its Self Service Repair program that would give customers access to parts, tools, and detailed repair manuals for Apple products. In April, the program launched in the US with repair parts and manuals for iPhone 12, iPhone 13, and iPhone SE 2022. Apple has just updated its Self Service Repair program with parts and repair manuals for all M1 MacBook models including the 13-inch MacBook Air, and the 13, 14, and 16-inch MacBook Pro models. The repair manuals are quite lengthy and show you how to repair things from keyboard keycaps, the display, perform a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_publishes_detailed_repair_manuals_for_m1_macbooks_as_selfrepair_program_launches-news-55512.php

Apple confirms iPadOS 16 delay

At the beginning of this month a rumor surfaced claiming that, for the first time ever, Apple would decouple an iPadOS release from an iOS release this year, outing iPadOS 16 about a month after iOS 16. Today Apple itself has confirmed just that. In a statement provided to TechCrunch, the company said this: This is an especially big year for iPadOS. As its own platform with features specifically designed for iPad, we have the flexibility to deliver iPadOS on its own schedule. This Fall, iPadOS will ship after iOS, as version 16.1 in a free software update. The aforementioned rumor...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_confirms_ipados_16_delay-news-55510.php

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_flip4-review-2467.php

Samsung Galaxy Watch5, Watch5 Pro, Buds2 Pro in for review

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Watch5 and Watch5 Pro earlier this month, and the event also saw the introduction of the Galaxy Buds2 Pro. We had a chance to get the wearables for a quick hands-on session which was published right after the August 10 launch. Now we have all the gadgets with us at HQ, and we are ready to begin with our thorough tests for full-blown review. But first, let’s see what we got from Samsung: Our Galaxy Buds2 Pro are white and come in a color-matching case. Samsung went from glossy to matte plastic which keeps fingerprints at bay. The earphones are...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch5_watch5_pro_buds2_pro_in_for_review-news-55504.php

Apple to manufacture iPhone 14 models in India much sooner this time

Apple will manufacture some of its iPhone 14 models in India in a bid to diversify its smartphone production from China. The news comes from a new Bloomberg report which also details Apple’s plans to ramp up production with contract manufacturer Foxconn at its assembly plant near Chennai. Foxconn will not be able to start immediate production of the iPhone 14 in India and will reportedly have to wait at least two months after the initial iPhone 14 series production starts in China. This means that the first batch of iPhone 14 models made in India will likely be ready around late October -...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/bloomberg_apple_to_manufacture_iphone_14_models_in_india_-news-55503.php

Canalys: Apple, Samsung Q2 shipments rose in North America despite declining market

Smartphone market in North America is unlike any other region, and the latest report from Canalys reminded us of the stark difference in sales performance and brand representation. The analysis firm revealed the total smartphone shipments in Q2 2022 declined 6%, but Apple and Samsung managed to increase shipments and market share. According to the report, every second smartphone, shipped in North America between April and June, is an iPhone. The market managed returned to growth last year 2021 after a challenging 2020, but now several factors are turning the tide yet again. The high...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/canalys_apple_samsung_shipments_north_america_q2_2022-news-55502.php

Xiaomi NoteBook Pro 120G will feature a 2.5K 120Hz screen, Smart TV X Series will include three models

Last week, Xiaomi announced it will unveil the NoteBook Pro 120G laptop and Smart TV X Series TVs in India on August 30. While Xiaomi hasn't detailed the specs sheets of these products yet, it has revealed a few details about them while also giving us a glimpse of their designs. Let's talk about the Xiaomi NoteBook Pro 120G first. The image shared by Xiaomi on its official website reveals the laptop has a USB-A port on its right side and an HDMI port on its left side, flanked by a Thunderbolt port and a 3.5mm headphone jack. You can also see the Xiaomi logo on the laptop's...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_notebook_pro_120g_smart_tv_x_series_key_specs_design-news-55501.php

Kuo: Apple’s M2-powered 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pros to start production in Q4 2022

In an update tweeted by Apple analyst Ming Chi-Kuo, new MacBook Pro models will enter mass production in Q4 of 2022 and new M2 Pro chip may end up using 5nm process despite contradicting reports. New 14" and 16" MacBook Pro with new processors will enter mass production in 4Q22. Given TSMC's guidance that the 3nm will contribute revenue starting in 1H23, processors of 14" and 16" MacBook Pro models may still adopt the 5nm advanced node.— 郭明錤 (Ming-Chi Kuo) (@mingchikuo) August 22, 2022 Apple’s M-chips are manufactured by TSMC, but the chip maker’s guidance doesn’t accord for revenue...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/kuo_apples_m2powered_14_and_16inch_macbook_pros_to_start_production_in_q4_2022-news-55500.php

Samsung Galaxy A04s price leaks alongside full specs and official-looking images

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy A04s has been doing the rounds in the rumorverse for a while now, which probably means an official announcement isn't far off. Today a generally reliable source has revealed that Samsung will be asking for €169 for the device when it launches in Europe. So what do you get for that amount of money? Thankfully the same source has also shared a rather comprehensive spec list, along with the official-looking images you can see below. Samsung Galaxy A04s in white The Galaxy A04s is said to arrive with a 6.5-inch 720 x 1600 PLS LCD touchscreen with 90 Hz...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a04s_price_leaks_alongside_full_specs_and_officiallooking_images-news-55499.php

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is launching on September 16

Samsung Taiwan confirmed it will formally introduce the Galaxy A23 5G on September 16. The device previously leaked in a listing which revealed its key specs and we now get more confirmation as well as pricing details. Samsung Galaxy A23 5G Galaxy A23 5G will be available from Samsung Smart Pavilion, Samsung Mall and partnering retailers from September 16 in two memory variants – 4/64GB and 6/128GB. The former will go for NT$8,990 ($298) while the latter is confirmed to cost NT$9,990 ($331). The phone will be available in orange, light blue, white and black colors. Customers who...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a23_5g_is_launching_on_september_16-news-55496.php

Specs and features of iQOO Z6, Z6x appear online

The iQOO Z6 series will arrive in China later this week, and we expected two new devices, different from their international namesakes. Now leaked specs and official teasers give us a better idea on what to expect. The iQOO Z6 with 80W fast charging appeared on China Telecom’s website with a Snapdragon 778G+ chipset, while the iQOO Z6x was officially confirmed to have a big battery, charged through a USB-C port that has a 3.5mm audio jack next to it. vivo iQOO Z6 renders from China Telecom The vivo iQOO Z6 is listed with a 6.64” LCD with 1080p resolution. It has a single punch hole...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/specs_and_features_of_iqoo_z6_z6x_appear_online-news-55495.php

Apple to release the iPhone 14 on September 7, ads coming to Maps

According to a fairly reliable source when it comes to Apple, the company is planning to launch the new iPhone 14 family earlier this year regardless of the supply chain constraints and increasing chip prices. This is an indication that Apple has secured enough hardware for its iPhones. The report claims that Apple will unveil the new generation on September 7 while sales will begin on September 16. This would give the Cupertino-based company an extra week of sales and will likely boost Q4 fiscal results. This is the earliest unveiling since 2016. Another reason for Apple's rush is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_to_release_the_iphone_14_early_this_year_plans_to_show_ads_in_maps-news-55494.php

Huawei Mate 50 series is arriving on September 6

Huawei announced today the official launch date for its next flagship smartphones. The Mate 50 series will be introduced on September 6 in China, and according to rumors, we are going to see at least four phones - Mate 50E, vanilla Mate 50, Mate 50 Pro, and a premier Mate 50 Porsche Design RS. The event is also likely to see Huawei announce XMage, its own imaging engine, that is supposed to replace Leica in the development of a photo-enhancing algorithm that brings us stunning night photos. All phones are also expected to have a special NPU, developed by HiSilicon, that will do the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_mate_50_lineup_is_arriving_on_september_6-news-55491.php

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra design and dimensions to remain mostly unchanged

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra will retain the rectangular design of the Galaxy S22 Ultra and focus on other improvements. Per Ice universe, the next Ultra will be 0.1mm or 0.2mm wider, but retain the 8.9mm thickness, the 5,000mAh battery, and the 6.8-inch 1440x3088px display. The boxier shape suited the Galaxy S22 Ultra well, as it allowed the retention of the big battery and the inclusion of a built-in S Pen. The more significant changes with the Galaxy S23 Ultra will be a new chip, at the moment it looks likely that it would be a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, the improvements Samsung can make in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s23_ultra_design_and_dimensions_to_remain_mostly_unchanged-news-55493.php

vivo Y02s officially unveiled with Helio P35 chip

Earlier this month we saw the entry-level vivo Y02s leak in full detail on the company’s website and now vivo has officially launched the device in the Philippines. The Y02s serves as a successor to the vivo Y01 which launched earlier this year and the two share plenty of specs in common. vivo Y02s The display on the Y02s still measures in at 6.51-inches and sports HD+ resolution. The selfie cam housed in the waterdrop notch is a 5MP shooter while the back houses a single 8MP module while the second ring cutout is for the LED flash. The phone is still powered by the Helio P35...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_y02s_officially_unveiled_with_helio_p35_chip_-news-55492.php

New iQOO Z6 will arrive on August 25 with 80W fast charging

The vivo sub-brand iQOO is preparing a new Z6 smartphone for the domestic audience, and this one will have 80W fast charging. The feature is not new for the company but will be the first Z phone, suggesting a flagship-tier chipset. New vivo iQOO Z6 colors The render showcases a triple camera arrangement similar to the iQOO Z6 44W but the LED flash positioning reveals it might not be the same body with the new charging and chip. Speaking of the SoC, vivo has 9 phones with its fastest 80W FlashCharge standard, and only three of them are part of the iQOO brand from the Neo6...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_iqoo_z6_will_arrive_on_august_25_with_80w_fast_charging-news-55490.php

Week 33 in review: Android 13 released, iPhone 14 series reportedly coming on September 7

Google finally put the finishing touches on Android 13 and started rolling it out to supported Pixel phones (Pixel 4 series and newer, note that updated Pixel 6 models can’t be rolled back to v12). Of course, Pixel phones are privileged when it comes to update speed. Other makers started recruiting testers for their implementations of Android 13 as well: Xiaomi, OnePlus, vivo and iQOO and others. You can check out our ColorOS 13 hands-on review for Oppo’s take on the new OS. The other major news from this week is the report that Apple will unveil the new iPhone 14 series on September 7...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/week_33_in_review_android_13_released_iphone_14_series_reportedly_coming_on_september_7-news-55478.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 33

The past seven days were filled with new phone announcements and some of the trending devices are freshly launched, to noone’s surprise. The iPhone 14 Pro Max is rumored to arrive mid-September, gathering all eyes towards itself. Then the list is followed by two high-profile Samsung devices - the new Galaxy Z Fold4 and the S22 Ultra flagship. A new Motorola Edge also made the charts along with the vivo V25 Pro - a noteworthy mid-ranger with flagship-tier camera capabilities. Down the chart, we have several best-sellers, including the iPhone 13 Pro Max, the Redmi Note 11, and the Galaxy...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_33-news-55480.php

OnePlus Nord Buds CE review

The Nord Buds CE are the latest TWS earbuds from OnePlus. Not only are they part of the budget Nord series, they are also part of the even more budget CE or Core Edition lineup, meaning these are essentially the cheapest earbuds the company currently offers. Sold only in India at the moment, the Nord Buds CE are meant to offer the truly wireless earbuds experience for those on a shoestring. Admittedly, we didn't have high hopes going in; after all, how good can a $29 pair of earbuds really be? Turns out, the Nord Buds CE have an ace up their sleeve. Design The OnePlus Nord...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_nord_buds_ce_review-news-55417.php

Weekly poll results: The Galaxy Z Fold4 and Z Flip4 foldables have many admirers

About a third of voters in last week’s poll just don’t care about foldables. But the rest of them do – would they pick a Samsung foldable? The majority of them say they would, both of the new Z series models proved quite popular. When it comes to the choice between the Galaxy Z Flip4 and Z Fold4, the former reignited some people’s love for flip phones, the latter appealed to those looking for powerful productivity not possible on a small screen. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 won over 46% of voters with only 14% preferring foldables from other brands. Some might not have that choice as...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_the_galaxy_z_fold4and_z_flip4foldables_have_many_admirers-news-55462.php

The new phones of week 33

Another week in the books and several new smartphone announcements to cover – here are the new phones of week 33. Starting the list chronologically is the vivo Y35 – a Snapdragon 680 midranger with 44W fast charging. It gets a 6.58” IPS LCD with FHD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The back houses a 50MP main cam alongside a 2MP macro module and a 2MP depth helper. vivo Y35 in Dawn Gold and Agate Black The phone boots FuntouchOS 12 (based on Android 12) and packs a 5,000 mAh battery with the aforementioned 44W fast charging. The vivo Y35 is already on open sale in...

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$10,000 gets you a pimped up Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 - courtesy of Caviar

The luxury customization company Caviar announced its latest collection, called Heralds of the Galaxy. It includes four new designs for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 smartphone, with meteorite inserts, gold accents and calf leather. Prices begin from $9,470 but selecting one with actual meteor will cost north of $10,000. The star of the show is called Golden Meteor and is essentially a Galaxy Z Fold4 with a redesigned back panel. It has meteorite particles from three different stones - Seymchan, Muonionalusta, and Canyon Diablo. Each fragment is one-of-a-kind, meaning each copy will...

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