Here are some sample photos captured with the vivo X90 Pro+

We're expecting the vivo X90 Pro+ to launch on November 22, and there has been no shortage of leaks on the phone lately. Naturally, the highlights on the X90 Pro+ include its 1” main camera sensor (Sony IMX 989) and custom vivo V2 ISP chip. As we wait to see firsthand just how potent the camera setup is, we now have a few early sample shots to look...

Google Pixel 7a to come with dual rear camera, 90Hz screen, and wireless charging

One of the biggest complaints about the Google Pixel 6a unveiled in May was the lack of a high-refresh-rate display, and it looks like the internet search giant has noted that feedback since new information that has surfaced online reveals the Pixel 7a will pack a FullHD+ 90Hz panel, sourced from Samsung. This revelation comes from developer Kuba...

Oppo Reno9, 9 Pro and 9 Pro Plus renders leak online

Oppo is expected to announce the Reno9 series of phones in China this month, and there has been no shortage of rumors and leaks surrounding the devices as of late. We can now add another one to the mix - a set of renders courtesy of industry leakster Evan Blass. Oppo Reno9, Reno9 Pro and Reno9 Pro Plus He claims that the Reno9, 9 Pro and 9 Pro Plus...

New Android Auto UI is finally coming to public beta testers

You might remember that back In May, Google showed off a pretty major makeover to the Android Auto interface. The design overhaul was originally slated for a summer release, but that obviously didn't come to pass. We have no idea what caused the delay, but it seems to finally be coming to an end as the new UI has started seeding to public beta users....

vivo X90 series' launch date revealed through leaked promo video

vivo detailed camera upgrades for the X90 series last month and recently introduced the V2 chip, which will first arrive on the X90 lineup. The company hasn't announced the X90 series' launch date yet, but a leaked promo video tells us the X90 series will arrive on November 22. It will be unveiled in China at 7PM local time. The clip also includes...

Here's why the Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro snapped in half when bent

Earlier this week, the Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro was subjected to what is now a traditional bend test on YouTube and did not live to tell the tale - snapping in half no less. That's a similar story to what happened to the ROG Phone 5 Ultimate last year, so it's not overly surprising, but still - most phones that go through the same bend test survive....

Poco F4 GT long-term review

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4, Flip4's beta testers in the US get Android 13-based One UI 5.0 stable update

It's been a busy week for Samsung as it released the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 stable updates for the Galaxy S20 series, Note20 series, S21 series, Galaxy A53, and the Galaxy A33 5G. That list has expanded since Samsung rolled out One UI 5.0 stable for two more smartphones - Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 with Galaxy...

iQOO 11 with SD 8 Gen 2 stops by Geekbench

We’ve seen several leaks and rumors about the upcoming iQOO 11 over the last weeks and now the phone appeared on Geekbench. As expected, iQOO 11 (V2243A) is equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset alongside 12GB RAM. It managed 1,451 single-core points and 4,681 multi-core points on the benchmark which is in line with other SD Gen 2 results...

Twitter could go bankrupt, Musk warns employees

Elon Musk, Twitter’s new owner and newly CEO, revealed to employees in a mass call that bankruptcy of the social media should not be ruled out. The announcement comes hours after a mass e-mail, in which Musk warned that the company might not “survive the upcoming economic downturn” if it fails to boost subscription revenue to offset the diminishing...

Realme 10 5G brings Dimensity 700 and 50MP camera

The LTE-only Realme 10 arrived earlier this week, and now a 5G version became official in China. The Realme 10 5G runs on Dimensity 700 and brings a 50MP main camera. The front comes with a 6.6” LCD with Full HD+ resolution and supports 90Hz refresh rate and 180Hz touch sampling rate. Inside the waterdrop notch is an 8MP selfie camera with f/2.0...

iCloud Photos integration now rolling out for Windows 11 Photos app

Microsoft has started rolling out the iCloud Photos integration for the Windows 11 Photos app. The feature is available via an update to the Photos app available on the Microsoft Store. In order to use this feature, users will also need to download and sign into the iCloud for Windows app, also available on the Microsoft Store. Post that, you will...

Leica Leitz Phone 2 launches in Japan

Following up last year’s Leica Leitz Phone 1 is the aptly named sequel – the Leitz Phone 2. The new device shares its key hardware with the Sharp Aquos R7 but it offers a more robust design with textured metal sides, Leitz branding and a metal cap for the rear camera. Leitz Phone 2 There’s a 6.6-inch IGZO OLED screen with 2730 x 1260 px resolution,...

Realme 10 Pro+ design shown off from all sides in a photoshoot

Yesterday, Realme’s favorite topic was the new curved display on the Realme 10 Pro+. Now the company is focusing on the other side of the phone, showing off one colorway in particular named “Hyperspace design”. Here it is in the hands of actress and singer Yang Mi, who is the spokesperson for the phone: Realme 10 Pro+ in a photoshoot with Yang Mi...

Honor’s November 23 flagship is the foldable Magic Vs

Honor promised a new flagship launch on November 23 and today we can confirm it is a foldable with the name Honor Magic Vs. The launch will take place at 2:30 PM local time, which is 06:30 AM GMT. The device should go global at a later stage, the President of Honor EU confirmed earlier. We got our hands on an official teaser, revealing the new foldable...

Foldable iPhone is now a reality thanks to a year-long DIY project

Apple has been rumored to enter the folding phone race for a while but early reports suggest that’s at least a couple of years away at this point and it might not even be an iPhone but an iPad tablet device. Instead of waiting for the folding iPhone from Apple, the team over at Tech Aesthetics decided to venture out and create a clamshell foldable...

Twitter adds a gray check mark for legitimately verified accounts

Twitter owner announced the platform will ask for $8 per month for users to get a blue verification check mark, essentially hollowing the meaning of the feature. Now, in order to save face, the social media is adding a second, gray check mark for all accounts that are actually verified for being credible and representing an actual person or organization....

Samsung starts testing Android 13-based One UI 5.0 for Galaxy A33 5G, Fold3 gets fifth beta

Samsung recently rolled out the Android 13-based One UI 5 stable update for the Galaxy A53 5G, and now it has begun testing One UI 5.0 for the Galaxy A33 5G internally. Its firmware has version A336EDXU4BVK1, but don't wait for a public beta since there likely won't be one. Besides, not all regions will get the stable update at the same time. Samsung...

Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro snaps in half when subjected to bend test

Last year the Asus ROG Phone 5 snapped like a twig when subjected to the now-classic bend test performed by YouTube channel JerryRigEverything. So, ever since the ROG Phone 6 Pro's introduction back in July, you may have been wondering how the new handset might fare when put through the same type of torture. As it turns out, you're in luck. In a...

Dizo Watch D Plus arrives with bigger screen, costs under $25

Dizo, the Realme TechLife brand, just announced a new wearable called Watch D Plus. It comes with big display, an aluminum frame and an affordable price tag of INR1,999, which translates to under $25. The screen of the Dizo Watch D Plus is a 1.85” LCD, which comes with a “17% bigger display area”, compared with other Watch D devices in Dizo’s portfolio....

Realme 10 unveiled with Helio G99, 6.4" 90Hz AMOLED display

The first of Realme’s 10-series phones is here and it places a focus on performance and efficiency. Called simply the Realme 10, this phone drops the Snapdragon 680 of its predecessor in favor of a MediaTek Helio G99. Realme boasts about the 400K score in AnTuTu, which his 40% higher than the Realme 9 managed. The new chipset has 25% faster CPU performance...

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 Maison Margiela Edition unveiled

Samsung teased its collaboration with Parisian haute couture house Maison Margiela last month for a special edition Galaxy Z Flip4, which has been officially unveiled as the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 Maison Margiela Edition. Samsung says that "in the spirit of nonconformity," it partnered with Maison Margiela to "reimagine the newest member of the Galaxy...

Watch the Realme 10 unveiling here

The Realme 10 is finally ready for its grand unveiling after weeks of teasers and we’ve saved you a spot for the official global launch livestream. The watch party starts at 2PM (UTC +8) which is 6AM UTC and you can tune in via the stream below. This event is solely focused on the Realme 10 while its 5G, Pro and Pro+ counterparts are expected to...

Samsung's RegiStar module lets you add a back tap gesture, re-arrange Settings menu

Samsung released a new RegiStar module for Good Lock, which adds a couple of useful features and customizations. RegiStar is now available on Samsung's Galaxy Store and it's compatible with devices running One UI 5.0. Perhaps the biggest new addition is the tap gesture on the back. The Galaxy S and Flip lineups now support double and triple tap to...

vivo announces OriginOS 3 with under-the-hood improvements

During its annual developer conference, vivo talked about its Android 13-based OriginOS 3. This year's release focuses on the background. Animations are improved and you now get interactive, resizable windows for apps that support it , but most do anyway. But overall it's more about performance and under-the-hood improvements. Apps in window mode...

Samsung Galaxy A54 5G 3C certification implies an early launch

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy A54 5G has just been certified in China by 3C. This signifies that, like the Galaxy A52 5G back in 2021, and the Galaxy A53 5G earlier this year, the A54 5G will be among the very few A-series handsets to be sold in China. But wait, there's more. The Galaxy A52 5G got 3C certified in January 2021, and then launched in March...

Amazon Photos for Android finally gets redesigned, one year after the iOS version

The Amazon Photos app for Android has finally received a big redesign today, a full year after the iOS app first got the same treatment. Talk about discriminating between mobile platforms! Anyway, in the new app you can expect to be greeted with a much more modern look every time you use it. Photos take center stage, and there's a control panel at...

Leather Red vivo X90 Pro+ appears in live photo and teaser

The vivo X90 Pro+ flagship is expected in December and rumors are the phone will have a 1” camera sensor and new vivo V2 ISP chip. The phone has now shown its Zeiss branding in a leaked live photo in a Leather Red color, similar to the X Fold+. Several hours later an official-looking teaser appeared, shining more light onto the leather design, as...

Disney Plus ad-supported tiers and increased prices arrive on December 8

Disney revealed plans to introduce an ad-supported tier for its Disney+ service, and today we learned it is coming on December 8. Starting next month, users in the United States have to pay $8 per month for the basic tier, while the one without ads is getting a price hike to $11. Here’s the full list of the new prices: Tier New Price Disney+ Basic...

Realme 10 5G and Pro+ to debut on November 17

Realme 10 is coming on November 9, kicking off the new 10 series. The brand now announced a bigger launch for its domestic crowd that will take place on November 17. There is not much info on what we’ll see at the Chinese launch of the Realme 10 series, but we do expect a Realme 10 Pro+ with curved sides, as well as a 5G-enabled vanilla version;...

Xiaomi 13 renders reveal flat sides and display

The upcoming Xiaomi 13 renders reveal that the company is moving in a different design direction for its next generation premium series. According to these renders by CompareDial and OnLeaks, the Xiaomi 13 will have flat sides as well as a flat display. The new design direction is all too familiar and currently in vogue thanks to the recent iPhone...

Honor’s next flagship phone is launching on November 23

Honor confirmed its next flagship smartphone will launch on November 23 at a special launch event in China from 2:30 PM local time (6:30 UTC). The phone in question could be the Honor Magic5 which is expected to debut the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset that's set to debut at next week’s annual Snapdragon Summit. Based on rumors, Magic5 should...

Apple confirms shipment delays for iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max

Apple issued an official statement on Sunday concerning the ongoing COVID-19 restrictions in Zhengzhou, China – home of Foxconn’s primary iPhone 14 Pro series assembly facility. The statement confirms that the assembly line is currently operating at a significantly reduced capacity which will lead to lower shipments and longer wait times for customers....

Oppo Find N2 will arrive in December, leaked screenshots confirm rumors

Oppo is expected to bring two new Find N foldables - a clamshell, tentatively called Find N Flip and a Find N2 that is supposed to be a successor to last year’s horizontally folding device. Earlier reports suggested Color OS 13 out of the box, and today we get some leaked screenshots to confirm this and shed further light on the specs. The images...

Top 10 trending phones of week 44

The Redmi Note 12 series still claims the top two spots in our trending chart in week 44. The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads from the Redmi Note 12 Pro, although the other two members have lost some ground. This allowed the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra to sneak back onto the podium positions, while the iPhone 14 Pro Max climbed to fourth. The aging iPhone...

Nothing Ear Stick review

The Ear Stick are Nothing's newest wireless earbuds and only the company's third product so far. The Ear Stick are as much of a fashion product as a tech product, with a stunning rotating case design in what has become the company's trademarked transparent plastic. The Ear Stick are meant to be an alternative to the previously launched Nothing Ear...

Week 44 in review: Huawei Pocket S becomes the cheapest foldable as Dimensity 9200 promising benchmarks leak

Another week down, let's recap. The MediaTek Dimensity 9200 flexed impressive muscle on AnTuTu and GFXBench, especially on the graphics front. It managed to top all current chipsets, including the Apple A16 Bionic, though cross-platform comparisons are rarely a great idea. Xiaomi announced the Redmi Note 12 series just last week and the first sale...

Weekly deals: the best smartphone deals from the US, the UK and Germany

Amazon US is running what it calls “early Black Friday deals”, but the truth is there will be discounts this whole month. Here are some of the best deals that we found in the US, but also the UK and Germany. Besides the offers below, you might also want to check out our Deals page, which covers multiple regions around the world and offers additional...

Flashback: a look back at Intel-powered smartphones and tablets

While ARM and Qualcomm have released some awesome mobile GPUs, we kind of wish that Nvidia would start making smartphone chipsets again or at least license GPU designs. AMD dipped its toes back in again, why shouldn't Nvidia? For now we can only reminisce about Nvidia-powered phones. The GPU maker isn't the only one to drop out of the race either,...

Weekly poll: would you be interested in one of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 phones?

Xiaomi broke new ground with the Redmi Note 12 series. Not only is this the first mid-range series to feature a 200MP camera, this series is also home to the first phone to break the 200 Watt charging barrier. Note that the four models are available only in China for now, but they should launch to an international audience soon enough. When they...

Weekly poll results: the Motorola Razr 2022 impresses clamshell fans

Last week’s poll shows that not everyone is sold on the idea of flip foldables – or perhaps the idea of foldables in general – but most of those that are see the Motorola Razr 2022 as one of the best options out there. Not that there are many options, admittedly, but this certainly looks like it could pull some would-be buyers away from the Samsung...

Realme 10's camera sample shared by the company ahead of launch

In an interview with us, which will go live tomorrow, Realme VP Mr. Madhav Sheth revealed that the Realme 10 coming on November 9 will sport a 50MP primary camera. Today, Realme shared a picture taken with that 50MP camera, called the "50MP Color AI Camera" by the company. You can check the camera sample below. Realme didn't reveal anything about...