2023 Winners and losers: Honor

The past twelve months have been a massive success for Honor, especially in China. The company quickly filled the gap that was left by its former parent Huawei, and is currently number 1 in two major categories at home – most smartphones sold and most foldables sold. Domestic success is generally a healthy indication that the company is ready to expand overseas, and the past twelve months have been a testament to Honor's dedication to becoming once again a leading player in international markets. The Honor handsets arrived in India, another big achievement, under the management of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/2023_winners_and_losers_honor-news-61010.php

Galaxy S24 pricing, HyperOS logo, OnePlus Ace 3: Week 52 in review

This is the last week of 2023, and despite the holidays, the world of mobile devices still delivered a few exciting stories. The main one was that Samsung is planning to launch the Galaxy S24 and S24+ at a slightly cheaper price than it did with the S23, at least in Europe. Xiaomi already released its flagships with a HyperOS interface, and now we got to see the logo that many smartphone fans will see soon on their mobile phones, wearables, and even cars in the near future. Samsung Galaxy S24,S24+ to be cheaper in EU; North America really...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_s24_pricing_hyperos_logo_oneplus_ace_3_week_52_in_review-news-61061.php

Samsung Galaxy S24 series to come with Live Translate and Generative Edit

The Samsung Galaxy S24 series is rumored to be unveiled on January 17, 2024, and past leaks have already given us a fair idea of what to expect from the Galaxy S24 lineup. The Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra are rumored to be "the smartest AI phones ever," and the latest leak reveals two AI-powered features we'll see on the S24 trio - Live Translate and Generative Edit. Word comes from X user Arsene Lupin (@MysteryLupin), who posted an image of what could be an unfinished retailer listing. The description for Live Translate suggests the processing will happen...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s24_s24_plus_s24_ultra_ai_features_surface-news-61069.php

My top 4 phones of 2023 - Prasad

2023 was a bit of a surprise. If you had asked me at the beginning of the year for this list, I wouldn't have included most of them, even if I knew they were coming. One, in particular, caught me completely by surprise and every time I mention it to people I have to emphasize just how serious I am about liking this device, lest they think I'm joking. The four devices listed below were the ones that naturally came to mind while writing this down. I could have included one more for the sake of a more pleasing top 5 list but everything else I used this year had at least one annoying quirk...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/my_top_4_phones_of_2023-news-61029.php

The best TWS earbuds of 2023

2023 offered plenty of new TWS earbuds options at varying prices. It wasn’t easy to single out the very best earbuds that passed through our office but we believe the following options impressed us enough during our reviews to deserve a spot on the list. We only included models that were launched in 2023 and which we reviewed so you'll notice that buds from Samsung, Apple and some other big names are absent. We'd also like to hear which TWS buds impressed you in the past year, so feel free to share your opinion in the comments section. Sony WF-1000XM5 Apart from their absurdly long...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/best_tws_earbuds_of_2023-news-61046.php

Honor X50 Pro gets official with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 108 MP main camera

Today in China, Honor made the X50 Pro official. The phone comes with a 6.78-inch 1,200x2,652 120 Hz OLED screen, with 1,920 Hz PWM dimming and 10-bit color support and an embedded fingerprint sensor. It isn't, however, an LTPO panel, so it will only switch between 60 Hz and 120 Hz, no other steps. At the helm sits Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, which is getting a bit long in the tooth now that the 8 Gen 3 is already out, isn't it? Anyway, on the rear we get a 108 MP primary camera with f/1.75 aperture and a 1/1.67" type sensor. There's also a decorative 2 MP sensor on the other...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_x50_pro_gets_official_with_snapdragon_8_gen_1_108_mp_main_camera-news-61064.php

Oppo Reno11 series global launch rumored to take place on January 11

Oppo announced the Reno11 and Reno11 Pro mid-rangers for the Chinese market back in November, and now it looks like the company is getting ready to unveil their global counterparts. According to a usually reliable tipster over on X, the launch for India and global markets could take place on January 11 - which, might we add, would be very fitting (Reno11, January 11, get it?). The international Reno11 is rumored to sport the MediaTek Dimensity 1080 SoC, a slightly changed camera bump compared to its Chinese counterpart, and support for 67W SuperVOOC fast wired charging. Exclusive:...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno11_series_global_launch_rumored_to_take_place_on_january_11-news-61062.php

OnePlus Buds 3 promise dual drivers, flagship sound quality

OnePlus is introducing the Buds 3 on January 4 alongside the Ace 3 smartphone. The design of the TWS earphones leaked earlier this year, and now we can confirm the leak was correct – Buds 3 will look a lot like the Buds Pro 2. The new audio wearables also claim to provide flagship-tier audio quality thanks to the dual drivers. OnePlus even posted a graph claiming the Buds 3 will be much better than an unnamed competitor across five key aspects. OnePlus Buds 3 features The dual-design solution has been part of the Buds Pro lineup, and now the non-Pro is also getting it. It...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_buds_3_will_come_with_dual_drivers_flagship_sound_quality-news-61060.php

Nothing Phone (2a)'s price leaks alongside RAM/storage options

Nothing is working on its next smartphone, to be called Nothing Phone (2a) according to a barrage of recent leaks. This is rumored to be unveiled during MWC in Barcelona in late February, and we've already seen a purported list of its most important specs. Today a new rumor covers the pricing, which has so far been missing from the conversation regarding the Nothing Phone (2a). According to the usually reliable Roland Quandt, the mid-ranger will start under €400 in the EU and will be offered in white and black. Nothing Phone (2a)8/128GB 12/256GBWhite or BlackSub 400 Euro price for base...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_2as_price_leaks_alongside_ram_storage_options-news-61053.php

2023 Winners and losers: Oppo

2023 was a strong year for Oppo - it strengthened its positions in China, released solid upgrades to its foldable phones, and innovated on cameras across the board. So let's break it down and see which Oppo devices shined and which fell short in 2023. Winner: Oppo Find X6 Pro The Find X6 Pro arrived early in 2023 to challenge every phone and even some high-end cameras for the place of the best camera you can have on you at all times. The Find X6 Pro was one of the first Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-equipped phones, with an excellent premium dual-finish design and a camera system to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/2023_winners_and_losers_oppo-news-60949.php

Oppo starts taking reservations for the Find X7 and Find X7 Ultra, shows them from all angles

Oppo's oft-leaked, much-teased, and highly anticipated Find X7 and Find X7 Ultra flagship duo have now been listed by the company's official online store in China. Oppo is taking reservations for the handsets, which are scheduled to go on sale on January 8 at 2:30 pm local time. With the listings come a ton of renders, showing the two devices from all possible angles and in all of their colorways. Unfortunately, detailed specs aren't available yet, but the listings have revealed that the Find X7 will be available in four RAM/storage versions: 12/256GB, 16/256GB, 16/512GB, and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_starts_taking_reservations_for_the_find_x7_and_find_x7_ultra_shows_them_from_all_angles-news-61054.php

Xiaomi 14, Xiaomi 14 Pro, and Xiaomi Watch S3 are getting the SU7 EV's colors

Following months and months of spy shots, leaks, and teasers, today Xiaomi's first car is finally official. The SU7 EV was unveiled by CEO Lei Jun at a special event, and it comes in two 'hero colors'. These are also being replicated for the company's latest flagship devices, as it turns out. We're talking about the Xiaomi 14, Xiaomi 14 Pro, and Xiaomi Watch S3. All of these will also be offered in Aqua Blue and Verdant Green, emulating those hero colors of the SU7. Xiaomi 14 (Pro) and Watch S3 are getting limited editions feat the hero colors of the Xiaomi SU7 EV in Aqua Blue and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_14_xiaomi_14_pro_and_xiaomi_watch_s3_are_getting_the_su7_evs_colors-news-61050.php

iQOO Neo9 Pro arrives with Dimensity 9300 SoC and 144Hz screen, Neo9 tags along

vivo's iQOO has added two new members to its Neo smartphone lineup - iQOO Neo9 and iQOO Neo9 Pro. The iQOO Neo9 Pro is powered by the Dimensity 9300 SoC, runs Android 14-based OriginOS 4, and comes with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage. The smartphone also has a Q1 chip at the helm to improve the gaming experience by offering a stable frame rate. Additionally, it has a VC liquid cooling chamber of 6043mm² and a double-layer capillary power pump to help with heat dissipation for sustained performance. The Neo9 Pro packs a 6.78" 144Hz LTPO AMOLED screen of 2,800x1,260...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iqoo_neo9_neo9_pro_features_price_sale_date-news-61042.php

Honor X50 GT to arrive on January 4 with a 108 MP camera

Honor launched the X50 series in the summer of 2023, and we already have three official variants. A fourth one will join the family, as the brand revealed the X50 GT is getting announced on January 4. The smartphone looks much like the Honor X50 but will have a fancy white color, a yellow racing stripe, and a classic black paint job. Honor X50 GT posters The new phone will have a 108 MP sensor with a 1/1.67” size and an f/1.75 aperture in front, which is evident from the writing on the back of the white version. This is the popular Samsung HM6 sensor, seen plenty of midrangers,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_x50_gt_to_arrive_on_january_4_with_a_108_mp_camera-news-61041.php

The best smartwatches of 2023

Smartwatches are quietly becoming one of the must-have personal devices for any modern person. Being a wearable is an easy way to get into a person's life, become a part of his routines, and eventually under his skin. Many people are used to wearing a watch (or a band) during the day and with the ever-improving sleep and health tracking on watches these days, we keep on wearing them into the night as well. Everyone makes a smartwatch and they're all pretty good nowadays. But some are better than others - here's our list of the best ones that came out this year. Apple Watch Series...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_best_smartwatches_of_2023-news-61016.php

Samsung Galaxy M15 to bring a huge battery

Samsung made the Galaxy A15 official in Vietnam earlier this month, and now it seems like it's working on the Galaxy M15. As usual for the M series, this is looking like it's going to be a rebranded Galaxy A15, but with one huge and exciting twist. While the A15 sports a 5,000 mAh battery in both its 4G-only and 5G iterations, rumor has it the Galaxy M15 will take things to the next level, boasting a whopping 6,000 mAh cell instead. Samsung Galaxy A15 That's 20% more and should ensure incredible longevity on one charge. Unfortunately, no other specs for the M15 have been outed yet,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_m15_to_bring_a_huge_battery-news-61040.php

Honor X50 Pro's key specs and design revealed

Honor is rumored to unveil the X50 GT this month, which is also expected to launch as the X50 Pro. Honor is yet to detail the X50 GT's specs sheet, but an official-looking image that surfaced on Weibo shows us what the Honor X50 Pro will look like. The picture shows the Honor X50 Pro in green and black colors, but there could be more options. The smartphone sports a circular camera island on the rear, and the text in the image says it will come with a 5,800 mAh battery, a curved screen of 1.5K resolution, and a "Snapdragon 8+" processor. Honor X50 Pro Tipster Digital Chat Station...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_x50_pro_key_specs_colors_design-news-61037.php

OnePlus Ace 3 is coming on January 4

The OnePlus Ace 3 we've been hearing about for some time was rumored to be unveiled on January 4, 2024 in China. Those rumors were correct since the brand announced that the OnePlus Ace 3 will be launched next Thursday at 2:30 PM local time in China. The teaser by OnePlus revealed the Ace 3's design, suggesting it's the OnePlus 12R that will launch for international markets on January 23, 2024 alongside the OnePlus 12. The OnePlus Ace 3 will have three color options, and it's said to come with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC under the hood. With the unveiling still about a week away, you...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_ace_3_launch_date-news-61036.php

My top 4 phones of 2023 - Ro

For me, 2023 felt a bit stale. Last year I even got excited about some of midrangers, but this time around I couldn't find one that stands out. Even the premium segment wasn't particularly impressive to me, so that's why I picked only four phones for my top list. One brand that's missing from my list is Samsung. Even though I'm not a huge Samsung fan, I've always liked the S Ultra series, but the Galaxy S23 Ultra just feels like more of the same to me. The same goes for the Galaxy Z Fold5 - it's good, but unexciting. Xiaomi 13 Ultra Let's start with my daily driver - the Xiaomi 13...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/my_top_phones_of_2023__ro-news-61004.php

2023 Winners and losers: Google

2023 was a solid year for Google as it expanded its ecosystem of mobile devices. The Pixel 8 series brought some key upgrades that helped continue Google’s ascension in the premium smartphone market. Pixel Fold marked Google’s first foray into the foldable world while the Pixel Tablet was the final piece in Google’s mobile ecosystem. It wasn’t all smooth sailing for Google though so let’s look at both the positives and negatives from the past 12 months. Winner: Pixel 8 series The Pixel 8 duo are Google’s most competitive flagships to date. Both phones got some notable hardware...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/2023_winners_and_losers_google-news-61026.php

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is receiving Android 14-based One UI 6 update

Samsung has been upgrading its devices with the Android 14-based One UI 6, and the latest smartphone to get a taste of the stable One UI 6 is the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G. The One UI 6 update for the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G comes with firmware version A236BXXU4DWKA and bumps the Android security patch level on the smartphone to November 2023. Samsung Galaxy A23 5G The update is seeding in European countries, including France, Italy, Poland, Portugal, and the UK, but the rollout should expand to other regions soon. If you haven't received an update notification on your Samsung...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a23_5g_android_14_one_ui_6_update-news-61032.php

My top 5 phones of 2023 – Victor

It's that time of year again – a time for reflection and a great opportunity to look back at another great year full of interesting devices. I've said it before, and I'll say it again – the undisputable best part of my job is the opportunity to experience the latest and greatest tech all of the time. The list you are about to read is about phones that made a lasting impression on me over the past 12 months. As such, these phones are not necessarily the best ones out there, nor do I claim to offer any actual buying advice. These devices just stuck with me for one reason or...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/my_top_5_phones_of_2023__victor-news-61012.php

2023 Winners and losers: Xiaomi

Overall, Xiaomi had a pretty good year, at least when it comes to its product lineup. Sales weren't that great, but that's understandable given the global economic situation and the limited availability of certain models. We were able to review a good chunk of Xiaomi's smartphones and we liked most of them. So here are the winners and losers from Xiaomi's 2023 portfolio. Winners: Xiaomi 13 series, but above all 13 Ultra This year's Xiaomi 13 series is a big success in. The small Xiaomi 13 is a potent compact flagship that's worth the recommendation for sure, while the 13 Pro strikes...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/2023_winners_and_losers_xiaomi-news-61013.php

Top 10 most popular reviews of 2023: Q3

The third quarter of the year was relatively quiet for the most part with few major announcements until September. The first half of the month was marked by the Apple event, in which we saw the arrival of the iPhone 15 series. Everyone was talking about the new cameras of the iPhone 15 Pro Max, and we were not surprised to see the review was the most popular during the Q3 period. The phone also came with new colors a Titanium body that made the device lighter if not quite as durable. The three summer months also saw the launch of the Phone (2) by Nothing, a truly remarkable...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_most_popular_reviews_2023_q3-news-60985.php

2023 Winners and losers: Samsung

Samsung remained the global smartphone leader in 2023 and its flagship devices performed better than their predecessors. Not a bad year then, but what else happened? Samsung was methodical and prudent in its phone releases in 2023. It made meaningful product improvements and was instrumental with pre-order bundles and bonuses that ensured positive results. However, there's a growing sentiment that Samsung is holding back on innovation and is playing it too safe with its devices. Now let's take a look at Samsung's winners and losers of 2023. Winner: Galaxy A54 Samsung's second...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/2023_winners_and_losers_samsung-news-60982.php

Merry Christmas!

It's the best time of the year and we all deserve a cup of cheer! On this holly, jolly day, we would like to thank you, our readers, for sticking with us and being a major part of GSMArena! Thank you for being a part of our community. Your support and presence have enriched our journey, and we look forward to sharing many more moments together in the coming year. This holiday is so delightful, and we are wishing you a memorable time with your loved ones, enjoying the colorful lights and decorations and may the next 12 months be even brighter with more smiles, good moments and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/merry_christmas-news-60997.php

My top 5 phones of 2023 - Ivan

Hello, I'm Ivan and I take the majority of the lifestyle images on GSMArena dot com. You could say I like the phones with the best cameras the most, though it's more complicated than that. The wide-angle cameras on most phones are great these days and they take mostly the same-looking photos. It's the zooms that I like most - they give me the creative freedom to snap interesting shots with unique perspectives. So, in reverse order, here are my top 5 phones of the year. Nothing Phone (2) Wait a minute, the Nothing Phone (2) doesn't even have a telephoto camera, what's up with that?...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/my_top_5_phones_of_2023__ivan-news-61018.php

nubia Z60 Ultra official, Exynos vs Snapdragon S23 FE: week 51 in review

It's the penultimate week of the year, folks, just one more to go. We delivered two detailed comparisons for you - the Exynos Galaxy S23 FE vs the Snapdragon one - which is better? The other is the battle of the full-scale tablets - the Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 vs the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra. Samsung Galaxy S23 FE: Snapdragon vs. Exynos compared We compare the Snapdragon and the Exynos versions of the Galaxy S23 FE. Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 vs. Samsung Galaxy Tab S9...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nubia_z60_ultra_official_exynos_vs_snapdragon_s23_fe_week_51_in_review-news-61020.php

Weekly poll results: the Galaxy A25 overshadows the Galaxy A15 5G and A15

As is tradition, Samsung starts the 2024 launches early with entry-level Galaxy A phones. This time it’s the Galaxy A25, A15 5G and A15 (4G) and we already know which of the three will be the most popular model, thanks to last week’s poll. The Samsung Galaxy A25 is the clear favorite – of those who are in the market for an entry-level phone, this one will usually make the shortlist. Quite a few people think that it is overpriced, so a price cut will certainly raise the A25’s fortunes. This is perhaps less a win for the A25 and more of a loss for the Galaxy A15 5G. The issue is not...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_the_galaxy_a25_overshadows_the_galaxy_a15_5g_and_a15-news-60983.php

Honor V Purse in for review

A very rare phone just landed in HQ - or should we say a very high-tech fashion accessory. With the leather case strap attachment, the Honor V Purse certainly looks the part. Despite its limited launch in China, the phone attracted genuine interest when it launched back in September and drew quite a few "wows". The strap accessory comes in a separate box, while the phone itself ships with a 35W charger and a USB cable. The case accessory attaches to the V Purse's frame and is not easy to get off. We don't expect it to fall off unexpectedly at any point. The chain itself is made...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_v_purse_in_for_review-news-61014.php

Nothing Phone (2a) detailed specs surface, official wallpapers in toll

Nothing's upcoming midranger, the Nothing Phone (2a), has been the subject of numerous leaks for the past couple of weeks since its supposed launch time frame is set for MWC 2024. Multiple rumors point to MWC 2024 for the Phone (2a)'s debut and the current report corroborates these findings. But in addition to the release date, today's leak from Smartprix details most of the specs and confirms some previously known ones. Starting with the display, it will likely be a 6.7-inch AMOLED panel with 120Hz refresh rate and 1084 x 2412px resolution, manufactured by BOE and Visionox. A...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_2a_detailed_specs_surface_official_wallpapers_in_toll-news-61028.php

Fossil watches will no longer run on Wear OS, reports claim

According to multiple reports from people close to Fossil or those who have asked Fossil employees, the brand will no longer release Wear OS-powered smartwatches. This means the Fossil Gen 7 watch isn't happening after all. This seems to align with recent events around Fossil, or the lack thereof. The last Fossil Gen 6 watch was released two years ago and the usual summer release schedule didn't bring a Fossil Gen 7 watch this year. Not to mention, the device is surprisingly absent from the usual rumor mill. Last but not least, Fossil is currently doing a huge sale of its Fossil Gen...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/fossil_watches_will_no_longer_run_on_wear_os_reports_claim-news-61027.php

Top 10 most popular reviews of 2023: Q1

The year is almost over, and as we are preparing for the new one, we take a look at the most popular reviews of 2023. The first quarter was a busy one, with major manufacturers racing to introduce their phones with the then-new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. We saw the Galaxy S23 series, the Xiaomi 13 lineup, the OnePlus 11, and even the Honor Magic5 Pro all become official. Unsurprisingly their reviews were extremely popular as the industry was finally shaking off the after effects of the pandemic. And while flagships are influential for a maker's reputation, midrangers were the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_most_popular_reviews_of_2023_q1-news-60953.php

Poco M6 gets official in India with Dimensity 6100+, 8GB of RAM

The Oppo A59 from earlier isn't the only smartphone that got its official global debut in India today. It's joined by the Poco M6, a device powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 6100+ SoC, which is paired with 4/6/8GB of RAM - and supports an additional 8GB through RAM expansion. The Poco M6 has a 6.74-inch 720x1,600 LCD screen with 90 Hz refresh rate and up to 600-nit peak brightness, Gorilla Glass protection on top (though which version isn't mentioned), 128GB or 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage, microSD expansion support, dual-SIM functionality, a 3.5 mm headphone jack, a side-mounted fingerprint...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_m6_gets_official_in_india_with_dimensity_6100_8gb_of_ram-news-61022.php

Oppo A59 launches in India with Dimensity 6020 SoC

Oppo really likes the A59 name, it seems, since it's now unveiled the second smartphone bearing it. The original was released in 2016, and obviously the new one has nothing in common with it aside from the name. The new A59 is now official in India, and some details about it were outed just a few days ago. The phone is powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 6020 chipset, and it starts at INR 14,999. That amount of cash nets you the version with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. If you want 2GB more RAM, the price is INR 16,999. Those seem to be your only options. Both of them will become...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_a59_launches_in_india_with_dimensity_6020_soc-news-61021.php

Moto G34 goes official with SD 695 and 120Hz display

Without much fanfare, Motorola launched its Moto G34 in China. The midrange device brings a 120Hz OLED display, Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 695 chip and a 50MP main cam. You also get a 5,000 mAh battery with 18W charging and Andrdoi 14 with Moto MYUI 6.0 out the box. Moto G34 in black and blue Moto G34 is built around a 6.5-inch IPS LCD with HD+ resolution and the aforementioned 120 Hz refresh rate. There’s a centered punch hole cutout near the earpiece which houses a 16MP front-facing camera. The device also brings dual speakers with Dolby Atmos. The back houses a 50MP main cam...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/moto_g34_goes_official_with_sd_695_and_120hz_display-news-61019.php

Honor posts first Magic6 Porsche Design teaser

Honor and Porsche Design announced the beginning of a new partnership last week. The first product of the joint work between both companies will be a Magic6 Porsche Design smartphone, expected in January 2024. Today, the brand posted the first teaser on Weibo, which also appeared on the personal profiles of several executives, including the CMO Harrison Jiang. The image itself does not reveal much about the actual phone, aside from the fact it will be a big phone with curved edges of the screen. There is also the latest Porsche 911 in the background to remind everyone that Porsche...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_posts_first_magic6_porsche_design_teaser-news-61008.php

LG announces Dual-Hz OLED monitor with 4K 240Hz and FullHD 480Hz modes

LG has unveiled the range of UltraGear OLED gaming monitors that it will be showcasing during CES 2024. Chief among these is the new 32GS95UE, which has an interesting trick up its sleeve. The 32-inch 32GS95UE features what LG calls Dual-Hz. This allows the monitor to switch between two modes, one where it runs the display at its native 4K (3840x2160) resolution at a maximum of 240Hz refresh rate, and the other where it can run it at a reduced FullHD (1920x1080) resolution but at the panel's maximum 480Hz refresh rate. The user can switch between these modes easily using a hotkey or...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/lg_announces_dualhz_oled_monitor_with_4k_240hz_and_fullhd_480hz_modes-news-61006.php

Redmi Note 13 Pro confirmed to launch in India on January 4, chipset revealed

Redmi is introducing the Note 13 family to the Indian market on January 4, that much we've known for more than a week now. But what wasn't officially confirmed was which members of the very expansive family we should expect to land in India. Today, the brand's Indian arm has thankfully revealed one of them: it's the Redmi Note 13 Pro, perhaps unsurprisingly. Redmi has outright named it in its newest teaser posts over on X, and it's even got a special website teasing the launch. Over there we get confirmation that the Indian Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G, just like the Chinese model, will be...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_note_13_pro_confirmed_to_launch_in_india_on_january_4-news-61007.php

iQOO Neo9 Pro shows up on Geekbench with Dimensity 9300 on board

vivo sub-brand iQOO is going to make the Neo9 and Neo9 Pro smartphones official at a special event on December 27. This has already been confirmed. Now that we're getting closer and closer to the big day, people who are in possession of prototypes are starting to run benchmarks on them, and you know what that means, right? The iQOO Neo9 Pro has just been spotted in the Geekbench online database, because a unit was put through the paces of Geekbench 6. It managed a single-core score of 2,235 and a multi-core score of 7,381. The phone is powered by MediaTek's latest and greatest, the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iqoo_neo9_pro_shows_up_on_geekbench_with_dimensity_9300_on_board-news-61005.php

Oppo A59 specs sheet leaks online, will cost $180

The Oppo A59 appeared online with a full specs sheet. According to X user yabhishekhd, the phone will have a lot of common features with the Oppo A58 devices, like the cameras or the battery capacity, but the big improvement will be the Dimensity 6020 chipset that supports 5G connectivity. The A59 will have a 6.56” LCD with a notch for the 8 MP selfie camera. The panel resolution is not mentioned, but we do know it will have a 90 Hz refresh rate. The cameras on the back are fairly basic - 13 MP main + 2 MP secondary, wrapped around a neat design that we've seen in some Reno...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_a59_specs_sheet_leaks_online_will_cost_180-news-60994.php

Honor Magic6 Pro appears in a hands-on photo

Honor is working on the Magic6 series, and the first live photo of a phone from the lineup appeared online. A user on Weibo shared an image revealing the new Magic6 Pro will look a lot like its predecessor, the Magic5 Pro. The device has three cameras, aligned in a triangle formation, with the top one having a periscope lens and there is also “100x zoom” writing between them. The user also shared a fan-made render, better explaining the overall design of the camera island. Honor Magic6 Pro live photo & fan-made render This image is quite different from a previously posted...

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nubia Red Magic 9 Pro survives bend test from both sides

A couple of days ago nubia's Red Magic 9 Pro was officially launched outside of China, where it was initially introduced last month. We've already put the gaming beast through the paces of our usual in-depth review, so go take a look at that if you haven't already. Also as usual, Zack from the YouTube channel JerryRigEverything has taken out the tools and subjected the Red Magic 9 Pro to his customary 'durability test' to see how it can withstand scratches, burns, and bends. Spoiler alert: very well, as it turns out. The scratch test is pretty much the same for all devices nowadays,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nubia_red_magic_9_pro_survives_bend_test_from_both_sides-news-60992.php

Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy S24 in four colors in official-looking renders

Samsung is widely expected to introduce the Galaxy S24 family at some point next month, and as we are almost at the end of December, it's time for the official-looking renders to come out, seemingly. The first set has been leaked today and depicts the 'vanilla' Galaxy S24 in all its glory, in not one, not two, not three, but four upcoming colorways. Ladies and gentlemen, here it is in all its glory in Onyx Black, Cobalt Violet, Marble Gray, and Amber Yellow. On top of these, there will apparently be three more hues, which will be exclusive to Samsung.com: blue, green, and orange. That's a...

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Oppo confirms the 1-inch Sony LYT-900 sensor for a Find X7

Oppo officially mentioned the Find X7 lineup for the first time. The first teaser revealed the series will debut with LYT-900, which is a new 1”-type sensor by Sony. We expect the platform to be in the Find X7 Ultra smartphone, as the latest reports suggested there is no Pro version incoming. The Sony LYT-900 is not official, but leaks suggested it is 16.384 mm in diagonal with 50 MP, each being 1.6 μm big. The sensor does share a lot of specs with the IMX989, also a 1”-type sensor by Sony, and we have to wait for the official unveiling to see what the difference will be. According...

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Samsung Galaxy A55 runs Geekbench with Exynos 1480 SoC, Xclipse 530 GPU confirmed

Last week we saw a Geekbench run from the Galaxy A55's SoC, but it wasn't in the Galaxy A55 - it was using some kind of test platform. Today, that changes, as a prototype of the A55 itself has also made it onto Geekbench, and this confirms the interesting GPU choice Samsung's made. The A55's chipset is widely believed to be marketed as Exynos 1480, following, of course, in the footsteps of the 1380 seen in the A54 and the 1280 in the A53. Unlike those, however, the new one won't use a Mali GPU, instead opting for an AMD RDNA2-based Xclipse 530 GPU, which has been confirmed by today's...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a55_runs_geekbench_xclipse_530_gpu_confirmed-news-60977.php

Google Play Store to let you uninstall apps remotely from other devices

Play Store version 38.8 is out and Google is adding the ability to uninstall apps remotely from devices connected to the same account. The remote uninstall is supposed to work on all platforms - PC, Auto, Phone, TV and Wear. As of now, you can only install apps on devices under the same Google account, but you can't remove them. The new functionality allows you to also uninstall and the Play Store's new UI compiles all of your installed apps in a more manageable list. For instance, you can order by size, group by device, etc. Screenshots from the new Google Play Store...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_play_store_to_let_you_uninstall_apps_remotely_from_other_devices-news-60975.php

Nothing Phone (1) Android 14 beta is now out

Last week Nothing rolled out the stable update to Android 14 for its Phone (2), and this week the spotlight moves onto the Phone (1), the company's first ever smartphone, released last year. There is now an open beta of Android 14 available for all Phone (1) owners who are adventurous enough to run beta software on their devices. As with the update for the Phone (2), the Phone (1)'s is also labeled Nothing OS 2.5. As that name implies, this is the most significant update since the launch of Nothing OS 2.0, which came out alongside the Phone (2) earlier this year. There are plenty of...

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Lava Storm 5G leaks ahead of December 21 official announcement

A few days ago Lava unveiled the Yuva 3 Pro, and later this week the brand is all set to introduce another model: the Storm 5G. The Lava Storm 5G will be made official on December 21, but a few of its specs have already been leaked, along with an image showing the part of its rear which houses the cameras. [Exclusive] This is your first look at the Lava Storm 5G Black colour variant.The device will feature:1. A MediaTek Dimensity 6080 processor2. 8GB RAM (Expandable upto 16GB)3. 8MP Ultra-wide angle camera4. Will be priced below ₹15,000Will share more details ASAP.#Lava…...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/lava_storm_5g_leaks_ahead_of_december_21_official_announcement-news-60960.php

Apple pulls Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 from US stores due to ITC ban

Apple will preemptively remove the Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 from its stores in the US this week to comply with an ITC ruling regarding a patent dispute with Masimo. The ruling bans Apple from selling the Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 in the US on its website after 3 pm ET on December 21, and in stores from December 24. The ruling is regarding Apple using medical device maker Masimo's technology in the two watches SpO2 (blood oxygen) sensor. Apple spokesperson Nikki Rothberg says Apple "strongly disagrees" with the order and is "pursuing a range of legal and technical options" to...

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