2022 Winners and losers: Apple

It was a challenging year for phone makers as chip shortages and factory shutdowns wreaked havoc on the supply chain. Even Apple was affected, although less than many of its rivals, which allowed it to shine in a big way. Looking back at Apple's 2022 brings us to the same sentiment as 2021 before it - the more things change, the more they stay the same. Apple is one of the more predictable companies in the tech world, which causes us to take Cupertino’s technological brilliance for granted sometimes. All things considered Apple had a good year. All of its products were good, some were...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/2022_winners_and_losers_apple-news-56955.php

Honor X7a's specs and images leak

Honor unveiled the Snapdragon 680-powered X7 in March, and it seems the company will soon follow up with an 'a' variant, whose specifications and images have leaked online. The Honor X7a, like the X7, is built around an HD+ display, but it's a tad smaller (6.7" vs. 6.74") and has a lower screen refresh rate (60Hz vs. 90Hz). The screen has a notch for the 8MP selfie shooter, but we don't know if it has the same specs as the X7's front-facing camera. Around the back, the Honor X7a has a quad camera setup comprising 50MP primary, 5MP ultrawide, 2MP macro, and 2MP telephoto units. The...

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Motorola Moto G13's design revealed by leaked render

The Motorola Moto G13 got NBTC certified earlier this month, but we still don't know when it will go official. And while we await more details about the Moto G13 from Motorola, a render of the G13 has surfaced online, revealing its design. The Motorola Moto G13 is built around a display with a centered punch hole, and around the back is a rectangular camera island housing a LED flash and two cameras. It also has text that reveals the primary camera uses a 50MP sensor. The Moto G13's right-side frame has the volume rocker and power button, and at the bottom is the USB-C port. The...

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Samsung Galaxy F23 gets Android 13-based One UI 5 update

Samsung released the Android 13-based One UI 5 update for the Galaxy F22 last week, and now it's the Galaxy F23 that's getting upgraded with the latest version of Android and Samsung's custom Android skin. The Samsung Galaxy F23's One UI 5 update has firmware version E236BXXU1BVL1 and requires a download of about 2.7GB. It comes with the usual One UI 5 goodies but bumps up the Android security patch level on the F23 to November 2022 instead of December 2022. The One UI 5 update for the Galaxy F23 is currently seeding in India, and if you haven't received it yet, you can check for it...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_f23_5g_android_13_one_ui_5_update-news-56984.php

Twitter Blue subscribers now get prioritized rankings in conversations

The new Twitter Blue subscription service is constantly adding new features, and the latest ones have already been promised in the past. We're talking about Twitter Blue subscribers' tweets being prioritized in conversations, and allowing them to upload videos that are up to an hour long. The longer videos are currently uploadable from the web, and they can be up to 1080p in resolution and 2GB in file size. Prior to this change, Twitter Blue subscribers were able to upload videos up to ten minutes long at 1080p resolution, with a file size limited to a 512MB maximum. For now, this limit...

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Samsung Galaxy S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra have their signature colors leaked

Samsung is rumored to announce the Galaxy S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra at an event on February 1. As we get closer to that date, more and more details about the devices are starting to leak out. Today we got word of what the signature color will be for each model. The signature color is the one that will be highlighted the most in all promotional and marketing materials. Each year it's a new one to keep things fresh, and in 2023 the Galaxy S23's signature color is said to be light gold/pink gold. The Galaxy S23+ will get pink, while the S23 Ultra's signature color is going to be...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s23_s23_and_s23_ultra_have_their_signature_colors_leaked-news-56980.php

2022 Winners and losers: Samsung

It’s hard to stay on top, especially in a market that’s teeming with innovation and competition. It gets tougher still when it’s been a challenging year defined by insecurity, shortages, and a looming economic downturn. But it's not equally bad for everyone and for Samsung it was actually pretty great. It has 9 out of the 20 top phones in our database this year. Samsung unleashed a diverse portfolio of capable midrangers, flagships, accessories, and even a few tablets. So let’s look at some of the winners from Samsung, as well as some of the inevitable losers. Let’s start off on a...

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Meizu 20 launching in Spring 2023, official teaser video emerges

After a Geekbench listing revealed that Meizu is looking to get back into the flagship race, we now have official confirmation from the brand that the Meizu 20 is launching in Spring, 2023. The upcoming flagship phone has now entered its early pre-mass production phase according to the Weibo post. The company also released a teaser video that teases the phone’s camera and design, including a full-screen design without any cutouts. We don’t get a clear look at the device yet, though we can expect more teasers to pop up in the coming months. The recent Geekbench listing revealed...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/meizu_20_launching_in_spring_2023_official_teaser_video_emerges-news-56967.php

iQOO Neo7 Racing Edition is launching on December 29 with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1

vivo's iQOO launched the iQOO Neo7 in October and unveiled the SE model earlier this month. Today, the company announced it will unveil the Racing Edition on December 29 in China at 7PM local time. iQOO also revealed that the iQOO Neo7 Racing Edition will be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, unlike the vanilla and SE models, which have MediaTek's Dimensity 9000+ and Dimensity 8000 chips at the helm, respectively. The iQOO Neo7 Racing Edition will also have a Pro+ display chip onboard. iQOO hasn't confirmed anything else about the Neo7 Racing Edition, but it may...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iqoo_neo7_racing_edition_launch_date-news-56960.php

Samsung now expects to sell 70% less Galaxy A23 5G units than initially planned

An interesting tale comes to us today from Samsung's home of South Korea. The company is said to have drastically cut its shipment target for the Galaxy A23 5G smartphone. Earlier this year, Samsung planned to sell 12.6 million units of the A23 5G, along with 17.1 million units of the A23 4G this year. However, if a new report from Korean publication TheElec is to be believed, the newly revised shipment target for the Galaxy A23 5G is under 4 million units. That's a drastic cut of about 70% in the target, and the reason might have something to do with a mysterious, undisclosed issue with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_now_expects_to_sell_70_less_galaxy_a23_5g_units_than_initially_planned-news-56959.php

Google Pixel roadmap leaks, here's what to expect from next year until 2025

Google's products generally see a lot of leaks, something which has prompted the company itself to pre-announce upcoming products in recent years in order to steal back some of the spotlight from leaksters. But now, the leaksters have decided to up the game once more - let's see how Google can respond to this one. We're talking about a roadmap leak that reveals every smartphone the company has planned from 2023 to 2025. Leaks really don't get any bigger than this, so let's jump right in. Next year, the Pixel 7a (codename "lynx") and the Pixel Fold (codename "felix") will launch...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_roadmap_leaks_heres_what_to_expect_from_next_year_and_until_2025-news-56958.php

Lava X3 (2022) goes official with Helio A22 SoC and 4,000 mAh battery

Lava Mobiles announced its latest device for the Indian market with the Lava X3 (2022) – a Helio A22 budget phone with a 4,000 mAh battery. Lava X3 brings a 6.53-inch IPS LCD with HD+ resolution and a waterdrop notch for its 5MP selfie camera. Lava X3 (2022) key specs The back houses an 8MP main camera alongside a VGA module for depth data. The phone packs a 4,000 mAh battery with 10W charging over USB-C and boots Android 12 Go. The phone also boasts a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, face unlock and a headphone jack. Lava X3 (2022) in black, green and blue Lava X3...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/lava_x3_2022_goes_official_with_helio_a22_soc_and_4000_mah_battery-news-56957.php

vivo S16 trio announced, S16 Pro brings Dimensity 8200 and 50MP seflie cam

The vivo S16 lineup is official with three phones – the vivo S16 Pro is the leader of the pack with its curved AMOLED display, Dimensity 8200 chipset and 50MP cams on the front and back. The vanilla S16 brings the same display and design but with altered cameras and the aging yet still capable Snapdragon 870 chipset. The S16e is the budget entry in the lineup with an Exynos 1080 SoC and a 120Hz AMOLED display. The S16 Pro and vanilla S16 both offer curved 6.78-inch AMOLED displays with a 120Hz refresh and an impressive 50MP selfie shooter with autofocus and dual LED flashes housed...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_s16_lineup_announced_s16_pro_brings_dimensity_8200_and_50mp_seflie_cam-news-56956.php

Global Motorola Moto G53 to bring a different chipset, leak reveals

Motorola's Moto G53 debuted in China last week with the Snapdragon 480+ SoC and 5G support. A new report now suggests that the global variant will have slightly different specs. An earlier leak shows the design too, which isn't very different from the Chinese iteration. Alleged Moto G53 (global) render Perhaps the two most notable differences are the display and chipset. The global version is expected to arrive with the newer Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 SoC, while the display will be upgraded to a 6.6" OLED panel of FHD+ resolution and 90Hz refresh rate. It's The Chinese G53 has a lackluster...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorolas_global_moto_g53_specs_leak_renders_too-news-56954.php

Mobvoi app updated with new sleep-tracking features, Mobvoi VIP on sale through December

Mobvoi’s TicWatch lineup gets new sleep-tracking features with an update that’s rolling out to the Movoi companion app. TicWatch users can access 12 sleep sounds, and the app can now track nap data in a dedicated tab. Sleep tracking data is now reported every day and collected into weekly and monthly sleep pattern reports. Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 3 GPS The update brings 12 sleep sounds “covering mediation, white noise, natural and more categories” of sleep. The Mobvoi app will now support nap tracking and includes a separate tab for nap data. The app now shows your sleep data in a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/mobvoi_app_updated_with_new_sleeptracking_features_mobvoi_vip_on_sale_through_december-news-56949.php

Samsung Galaxy A74 reportedly won't exist, A7x series ended

For quite a while now Samsung's best selling smartphone series has been the A5x. But up until now, it wasn't the top dog of the A series, that honor reserved to the A7x. Well, according to a new rumor, that's all set to change next year, as there will be no A7x device no more. That's right, the A73 was apparently the last A7x model ever made, as Samsung will not release an A74 in 2023, thus leaving the Galaxy A54 to be the headliner of the A series in both sales appeal but also sheer specs. Samsung Galaxy A73 While other upcoming Ax4 handsets have been leaked, no such thing...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a74_reportedly_wont_exist_a7x_series_ended-news-56948.php

Samsung Galaxy S23 family to launch on February 1

Samsung's Galaxy S23 series has been leaking a lot lately, which naturally makes us think the official reveal is just around the corner. And today that's exactly what seems to have been confirmed. According to not one, but two generally reliable tipsters/leaksters, the Galaxy S23 family's unveiling will take place on February 1. That's eight days sooner than last year's introduction of the S22 models, and both Ice Universe and @OnLeaks agree on the date. While this of course doesn't serve as official confirmation, if it's accurate then we expect Samsung to issue the official invites for...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s23_family_to_launch_on_february_1-news-56947.php

Red Magic 8 Pro series design and key specs revealed

The nubia Red Magic 8 Pro series is due to launch on December 26 and we finally got an official look at the upcoming devices alongside some key specs confirmation. Red Magic 8 Pro will bring in a big redesign to the series with flat edges and remarkably thin bezels. Red Magic 8 Pro design The phone will feature a newly developed BOE screen panel with symmetrical 1.48mm thick side bezels and a claimed 93.7% screen-to-body ratio. The panel will feature an under-display selfie camera like the Red Magic 7 series and a 120Hz refresh rate. Red Magic 8 Pro Transparent Edition...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/red_magic_8_pro_series_design_and_key_specs_revealed_-news-56946.php

Samsung announces first 12nm-class DDR5 DRAM

Samsung announced an updated version of its 16 Gb DDR5 DRAM today. The memory is built on the 12nm class process technology, upgrading from the 14nm EUV product currently on the market. The new DDR5 DRAM was also announced to be compatible with AMD products - it was optimized and validated on Zen platforms. Jooyoung Lee, EVP of DRAM Product & Technology at Samsung, said that the new standard would be a key enabler in driving a market-wide adoption of DDR5 DRAM. It is manufactured with the use of a new material that increases cell capacitance and proprietary design technology that...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_announces_new_12nmclass_ddr5_dram-news-56944.php

Samsung Galaxy S23 stops by Geekbench yet again

The Samsung Galaxy S23 series launch is expected to take place in February and while we wait Geekbench revealed yet another test run from the compact Galaxy S23 prior to its announcement. Samsung Galaxy SM-S911B whose identifier corresponds to the model meant for the international market brings a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and 8GB RAM. The phone managed 578 points in the single-core test and 2,118 points in the multi-core department. Galaxy S23 (SM-S911B) Geekbench scorecard These scores are notably lower than the previous test runs seen for the Galaxy S23 but then again these...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s23_stops_by_geekbench_yet_again_-news-56941.php

Kuo: Apple to postpone iPhone SE 4 until 2024

Apple is having lower-than-expected sales of midrange iPhones, claims analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. As a result of this, Cupertino is expected to cancel or at least postpone the iPhone SE 4 until 2024. The company needs to reevaluate its strategy and pricing because the next-gen iPhone SE will have a full-screen design, meaning a higher cost of production. According to the analyst, scaling back and postponing the new phone would help reduce “unnecessary new product development expenses” and also help the company navigate “the challenges of the global economic recession in 2023”. Early...

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OnePlus 11 passes through AnTuTu with 16GB RAM, scores over 1.3 million points

The OnePlus 11 is expected to launch in China soon, with the global debut set for February 7, 2023. OnePlus recently gave us a glimpse of the OnePlus 11 but didn't reveal anything else about it. And while we await more information from the Chinese brand about its upcoming flagship, the OnePlus 11 has passed through AnTuTu, revealing key specs in the process. The OnePlus 11 sports model code PBH110 and has the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC under the hood with 16GB RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage onboard. It runs Android 13 and packs a 120Hz screen, rumored to measure 6.7" diagonally with a QHD+...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_11_specs_antutu-news-56939.php

Lenovo introduces two new Chromebooks ahead of CES

Lenovo has just unwrapped two new affordable devices ahead of their showcase at CES next month in Las Vegas. A new IdeaPad Flex 3i Chromebook offering and a new entry-level tablet as well. The IdeaPad Flex 3i is a ChromeOS-powered 2-in-1 computer with plenty of connectivity options. Meanwhile, the M9 Tablet is an Android-powered device with a 9-inch display. Starting with the Chromebook, the IdeaPad Flex 3i comes with a larger 12.2-inch display and in multiple configurations: equipped with an Intel N100 or N200 with either integrated Intel graphics or dedicated NVIDIA graphics. It can...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/lenovo_introduces_two_new_chromebooks_ahead_of_ces-news-56938.php

Redmi Note 12 will join the Redmi Note 12 Pro and Pro+ in India on January 5

Redmi India's Twitter account has recently been very busy talking up the upcoming Redmi Note 12 Pro and Redmi Note 12 Pro+. Both of them, it was confirmed yesterday, will be launching in India on January 5. But there's also an entry-level model, which was announced alongside those two in China back in October. We're talking of course about the Redmi Note 12, and up until now it was unclear whether it would make the journey from China to India alongside its siblings. The good news is that it will. And while it may not get a lot of airtime on Twitter, Redmi has created an entire teaser...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_note_12_will_join_the_redmi_note_12_pro_and_pro_in_india_on_january_5-news-56937.php

Huawei Freebuds 5i with improved battery life is now available globally

Huawei released the FreeBuds 5i in China in June and now it's finally rolling the TWS earphones to more markets. They are now available internationally for just under £90/€100. The Huawei FreeBuds 5i bring a massive upgrade over the FreeBuds 4i with a longer battery life, improved sound and ANC, and а lighter body while keeping also featuring an attractive design. The FreeBuds 5i case now has a softer, pebble-like texture and weighs 34 grams, with each bud weighing just 4.6 grams. Despite the 18% lighter body, compared to the 4i, battery capacity increased dramatically to 410...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_freebuds_5i_with_improved_battery_life_is_now_available_globally-news-56930.php

First Google Pixel 8 leaks reveal huge camera upgrade

Google Pixel phones were among the first to support HDR+ photography, and reports are the company is also planning to go one step further with the Pixel 8 series. According to Kuba Wojciechowski, the source code in the Google Camera Go app revealed that 2023 Pixels will have staggered HDR - a solution that allows the sensor to capture different exposures simultaneously with the same pixels. Long story short, courtesy of Google we got a clean, unobfuscated version of Google Camera Go, that includes references that seemingly confirm that flagship Pixels in 2023 - Husky and Shiba - will...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/first_leaks_of_google_pixel_8_reveal_huge_camera_upgrade-news-56929.php

Inbase Urban Pro Z smartwatch announced with 120 sports modes and Bluetooth calling

Indian smart wearables brand Inbase launched its latest smartwatch with the Urban Pro Z. The smartwatch brings a 1.85-inch LCD touchscreen with 240x286px resolution, Bluetooth calling and fitness tracking for over 120 sports modes. You also get the usual health tracking features and an IPX67-rated casing. The watch supports over 100 watch faces, an AI voice assistant and two built-in games. Urban Pro Z comes in blue, black, and grey colors for INR 2,999 ($36) and will be available from the official GoUrban website, Amazon and Flipkart as well as other online and offline retailers...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/inbase_urban_pro_z_smartwatch_announced_with_120_sports_modes_and_bluetooth_calling-news-56927.php

Redmi Note 12 Pro is also launching in India on January 5, teaser campaign is in full force

Last week Redmi India started teasing the launch of the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ in the country on January 5. At the time it was unclear whether it would be all alone on the stage or joined by other members of the Redmi Note 12 family. Now, it's clear that the Redmi Note 12 Pro will also be launching in India at the same event, as a teaser campaign for it is now in full force over on Redmi India's Twitter account. Both of these models were initially unveiled for the Chinese market in late October. Over there a vanilla Redmi Note 12 also got launched, as well as the Redmi Note 12 Discovery...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_note_12_pro_is_also_launching_in_india_on_january_5_teaser_campaign_is_in_full_force-news-56922.php

Samsung Galaxy S23 series' official accessories confirm Ultra colors

The Samsung Galaxy S23 puzzle is quickly being solved. From specs leaks to rumors, to official image leaks, to a full account of its official accessories. Thanks to renowned leakster Evan Blass we have an extensive list of the Galaxy S23 series' accessories, down to the model numbers. The Galaxy S23 Plus will get a Clear Transparent case; a Clear Gadget case Transparent; a Leather case in Black, Camel, and Green; a Rugged Gadget case in Black; as well as a Silicone case in Cream, Green, Lavender, Navy, Orange, Black, and White. The Galaxy S23 is listed to feature the two Clear case...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/here_are_all_of_the_samsung_galaxy_s23_series_official_accessories-news-56921.php

Google's Pixel Tablet leaks on Facebook Marketplace

The Google Pixel Tablet could finally be coming to buyers, or at least one of them. It made its way to Facebook Marketplace in the US along with the speaker docking station. The combo's price is $400, but we shouldn't take it as official. Google Pixel Tablet 2023 on Facebook Marketplace Google teased the Pixel Tablet way back in May and later gave us a bit more information during the Pixel 7 event. We got further details in October. but since then, there really hasn't been any Pixel Tablet news. The images from the rouge listing show off the tablet in the wild as well as the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/googles_pixel_tablet_leaks_on_facebook_marketplace-news-56919.php

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra to feature a lower-resolution selfie camera

Ever since the first Galaxy S20 Ultra, the premium S series member has always had a 40MP selfie camera, but next year things might finally change. GalaxyClub latest report claims we might see a new lower resolution sensor in the Galaxy S23 Ultra coming in February 2023. According to earlier leaks, the Galaxy S23 and S23+ will finally get a new, upgraded selfie camera. They will reportedly swap out the 10MP selfie camera for a 12MP one and the S23 Ultra will pack the exact same 12MP sensor. Now at first, this may seem like an upgrade for the S23 and S23+ but a downgrade for the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s23_ultra_to_feature_a_selfie_camera_with_lower_resolution-news-56917.php

OnePlus 11 and Buds Pro 2 global launch set to take place on February 7

OnePlus will introduce its latest flagship smartphone soon and while it might launch in China first like last year’s OnePlus 10 Pro we now got official confirmation concerning the global launch. OnePlus 11 and OnePlus Buds Pro 2 will make their grand arrival on February 7 at the OnePlus Cloud 11 Launch Event which will take place in New Delhi, India. We already got an official teaser for the OnePlus 11 over the weekend during OnePlus’ ninth-year anniversary event. At the event, Oppo and OnePlus announced their new strategic partnership which will see OnePlus as the pioneer brand for...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_11_and_buds_pro_2_global_launch_set_to_take_place_on_february_7_-news-56911.php

nubia Z50 announced with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip and 35mm main cam

The latest Z-series flagship from nubia is here with the nubia Z50 and it brings the best of the brand with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and a 35mm equivalent main camera. nubia Z50 There’s a curved 6.67-inch AMOLED at the front with FHD+ resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. The screen is interrupted by a small punch-hole cutout for the 16MP selfie cam. Nubia outfitted the device with stereo speakers tuned with DTS:X Ultra and Snapdragon Sound. nubia Z50 design The camera department brings a custom 64MP Sony IMX 787 main cam with a 1/1.3" sensor size and 35mm...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nubia_z50_announced_with_snapdragon_8_gen_2_chip_and_35mm_main_cam_-news-56915.php

Honor 80 GT arriving on December 26, new Honor tablet also incoming

Honor posted a teaser on its Weibo page, announcing a new smartphone launch. The Honor 80 GT, certified last week by 3C in China, will be officially introduced next Monday, December 26. The phone will share the stage with a new Honor Pad pictured in a second teaser. There is no word on the slate’s actual, but it will support an Honor stylus and an LED flash for the sole camera on the back. Honor V8 Pro and Honor 80 GT teasers Honor 80 GT will be the fourth phone in the 80 series unveiled just last month. It will have three cameras, lined up vertically, but unlike the Honor 80...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_80_gt_arriving_on_december_26_new_honor_tablet_also_incoming-news-56910.php

Realme GT Neo 3 150W Thor Love and Thunder Limited Edition hands-on review

Realme introduced the GT Neo 3 150W a few months ago and followed it up with the Naruto Edition, which comes in a Naruto-themed package and flaunts a design inspired by the Japanese ninja. But that's not the only special edition GT Neo 3 Realme launched this year since the young brand partnered with Marvel Studios for the Realme GT Neo 3 150W Thor Love and Thunder Limited Edition. We received one from Realme, so here's what it's all about. The Realme GT Neo 3 150W Thor Love and Thunder Limited Edition comes in a special package that is shorter but wider than the regular model's retail box....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_gt_neo_3_150w_thor_love_and_thunder_limited_edition_hands_on-news-56894.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 50

As we count away the last weeks of 2022, Xiaomi's 13 series are fortifying their position as the dominant force in our trending chart. The vanilla 13 got the early lead last week following the unusually timed Sunday event, but now it's the 13 Pro that came out on top. The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is still at least a couple of months away from retail shelves, but some major leaks this week got enough people talking about it to put it on the podium. The current Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra had to settle for fourth, while the Galaxy A53 in fifth makes it three phones by the Korean company...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_50_-news-56909.php

Week 50 in review: Galaxy S23 Ultra details arrive, Oppo Find N2/Flip official

Welcome to our 50th-week recap of 2022, only two more to go! This week, Oppo launched the Find N2 and N2 Flip. The Find N2 is an evolution of the Find N with a thinner and lighter body, new hinge, a better camera system, and a much better display among other things. The Find N2 has a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip, a faster-charging battery (67W), and a 120Hz cover screen. The Find N2 will be available in China for now with no word on global availability. What is going global is Oppo's Find N2 Flip, which is a whole new device category for Oppo. It has a fairly big 3.62-inch cover display (a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/week_50_in_review_galaxy_s23_ultra_details_arrive_oppo_find_n2_flip_official-news-56903.php

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G in for review

The Samsung Galaxy A23 5G just arrived and it's next up for review. So, you know the drill, let's unbox it. As unboxings go, this one is quick. The Galaxy A23 5G comes with a single accessory - a USB cable. No case, nor charger. That's not the best look for a device that's €300 but hey, it's environmentally-friendly. There's nothing wrong with the Galaxy A23 5G's specs. You get a 6.6-inch 1080p display that can refresh at 120Hz, a 6nm Snapdragon 695 chipset, a 50MP main camera, and a 5,000mAh battery that can recharge at 25W. The display isn't AMOLED but it's perfectly fine...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a23_5g_in_for_review-news-56902.php

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

We’ve scrolled through online offers in several countries and picked out the most interesting deals. We try to keep it fresh so we will try to avoid repeating the same deals as last week, even though some are still active – and some have gotten better. Use the links below to jump to your region: Germany The UK USA India Germany The Xiaomi 13 series was unveiled this week and the vanilla model looks quite good. However, it is not clear when it will reach international markets. Also, the vanilla 12 originally cost €800, so the 13 should be in the same ballpark....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_deals_the_best_smartphone_deals_from_germany_the_us_the_uk_and_india-news-56900.php

Weekly poll: is the Xiaomi 13 Pro your next flagship? What about the vanilla Xiaomi 13?

Xiaomi unveiled its new flagship series last Sunday and sales started this Wednesday – this is only the second mainstream phone to use the 1” Sony IMX989 sensor after the vivo X90 Pro+ from earlier. Before that it was featured on the China-only Xiaomi 12S Ultra and the Sharp Aquos R6, which is similarly limited in availability. The 13-series also brings an official IP rating for the first time, IP68, of course, as is befitting a flagship. There is no “lite” model this time, it’s just the vanilla and the Pro. While we’re still waiting on Xiaomi to detail international availability, let’s...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_xiaomi_13_and_13_pro-news-56873.php

Weekly poll results: Realme 10 Pro+ gets some love, 10 Pro falls flat

The results from last week’s poll are in and it doesn’t look good for the Realme 10 Pro. The Realme 10 Pro+, however, has a real shot at stardom. Even though their names differ by only one character the two phones are different from one another in ways that matter. The Realme 10 Pro+ stood out in our review (also video review) with its bright, color-accurate screen, with (for the first time in the series) a premium-looking curved display. The rear cameras were another plus as they performed well both during the day and at night (though the selfie cam isn't all that good) We were...

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Asus Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition review

Asus sent its first laptop - the P6300 - into space to MIR Space Station 25 years ago, and to commemorate this achievement, the Taiwanese tech giant launched the Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition (UX5401ZAS). It is basically a version of the regular Zenbook 14X OLED (UX5401) coming with a Space-themed design, accessories, and packaging. Those extras also mean you pay more for the Space Edition than the regular model. And while that futuristic design and fancy accessories may appeal to Space enthusiasts, is it good enough to entice mainstream users? I used the Asus Zenbook 14X OLED Space...

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