OnePlus Nord CE 3 live images fully reveal the phone's design

OnePlus is expected to launch the Nord CE 3 smartphone this year and aside from some specs, we saw some official-looking renders as well. Today's photos, however, confirm the design and show us the handset from all angles, confirming the validity of the initial renders. OnePlus Nord CE 3 The live images show a glossy, chrome-like finish on the back and a matte green-accented side frame with the power button on the right. The latter doubles as a fingerprint reader, which isn't surprising given that previous rumors point to a 6.7-inch IPS LCD panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. This...

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TAG Heuer announces three new Connected Calibre E4 smartwatch models

The TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 lineup of smartwatches was announced last year and now the company is introducing three new additions to the family. As one would expect, all are quite expensive, with the 42mm option being the cheapest, priced at $2,350. The 42mm is smaller than the original but employs a 1.28-inch display with a virtually bezel-less panel protected by a sapphire dome glass. It's still an OLED, though, with 416 x 416px resolution. The body is made of black-coated grade 2 titanium chassis, making it the lightest smartwatch from the company. The 42mm Golf...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tag_heuer_announces_three_new_connected_calibre_e4_smartwatch_models-news-57195.php

YouTube might soon start streaming TV channels for free

Reportedly, YouTube is testing a new, ad-supported service - TV channel streaming. The company is currently in talks with various companies to bring TV shows, movies and whole TV channels to its platform. In fact, YouTube said it's already trialing the service and select YouTube users are testing the waters. For now, YouTube is gauging viewers' interest and if everything goes according to plan, the Google-owned service may ask for a 45% cut of the ad revenue. This is actually YouTube's deal with content creators as well. This appears to be yet another push from YouTube to branch...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/youtube_might_soon_start_streaming_tv_channels_for_free-news-57194.php

Apple considers turning to LG for microLED smartwatch displays

Just a couple of days ago, we reported that Samsung is moving fast with its microLED panel development for smartwatches and some believe that Apple will use them for its future Watch Series. However, the latest report puts LG Display into the mix as well. An industry source says that LG Display has already set up operations and it's producing backplanes for microLED screens in small quantities. Production will likely kick off in the second half of 2024, so the first Apple Watch with a microLED display is supposed to arrive in 2025. This contradicts the recent report on Samsung's...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_might_turn_to_lg_for_microled_smartwatch_displays-news-57193.php

Apple acknowledges a strange display bug, to fix with a software update

A growing number of iPhone 14 Pro users report a strange display issue when booting up or unlocking their devices. Green and yellow horizontal lines appear on the screen that seem to disappear later on during the startup process, so it's not breaking the user experience completely, if at all. Luckily, Apple has acknowledged the issue and will soon release a software update addressing the weird horizontal lines. It's realistic to expect the issue to be fixed with an upcoming small patch or with iOS 16.3, which is currently being tested by Apple and public beta program...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_acknowledges_a_strange_display_bug_to_fix_with_a_software_update-news-57192.php

Nothing Phone (1) gets second Android 13 beta

About a month ago, the Nothing Phone (1) received its first beta of Nothing OS 1.5, based on Android 13. Today, the company is sending out the second beta build of Android 13 to the Nothing Phone (1) units enrolled in the beta testing. This is apparently four days ahead of schedule, according to Nothing CEO Carl Pei. The new build includes new minimalist wallpapers, customizable lock screen shortcut buttons, a new "handcrafted glyph ringtone and notification soundpack of a slightly different style", an improved Quick Settings panel for networking which allows quickly switching data usage...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_1_gets_second_android_13_beta-news-57191.php

Samsung Galaxy S23+ and S23 Ultra official press images reveal color versions

The Galaxy S23 series have leaked many a time already, but there are still things we haven't seen ahead of the February 1 Unpacked event. Today we get to see the press images of the remaining two members of the lineup - the Galaxy S23+ and the S23 Ultra - showing their color palettes at launch. We start with the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, which doesn't get its own color options this year. The Ultra will come in Phantom Black, Cotton Flower, Botanic Green and Misty Lilac, matching the Galaxy S23 that leaked yesterday. The Galaxy S23+ comes in the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/more_galaxy_s23_and_s23_ultra_official_renders_in_different_colors_surface-news-57190.php

Apple CEO Tim Cook takes a $35 million pay cut in 2023

Apple posted its proxy filing on the 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders and the 113-page report reveals that CEO Tim Cook is getting a salary reduction in 2023. It amounts to $35 million - the top executive will earn $49 million, down from $84 million last year. His base salary of $3 million and the annual cash incentive of $6 million remain unchanged, with the big difference coming from an adjustment of his equity award value. The other four senior executive officers at Cupertino did not receive a slash in their salary or incentives. Tim Cook at the launch of iPhone 14 series. Image...

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OnePlus Nord 2T is receiving Android 13-based OxygenOS 13 stable update

OnePlus announced the Android 13-based OxygenOS 13 Open Beta Test for the OnePlus Nord 2T earlier last month in India, and it seems the testing has gone smoothly since the Chinese brand released the OxygenOS 13 stable update for the Nord 2T in the Asian country. The update comes with firmware version CPH2401_11.C.23 and will be first available to users who participated in the Open Beta program, followed by a gradual push to more users. OxygenOS 13 brings Aquamorphic Design to the Nord 2T, along with the December 2022 Android security patch. You can check the screenshot of the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_nord_2t_android_13_oxygenos_13_stable_update-news-57182.php

Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Watch4 and Watch5 will enhance your camera experience

Today Samsung has announced new updates that are heading out to the Galaxy Buds2 Pro TWS earbuds and the Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch4 series smartwatches. These updates are intended to enhance your camera usage experience on your paired phone. The Galaxy Buds2 Pro get a new 360 Audio Recording feature, which picks up 360-degree sound using a microphone in each earbud, and adds that to your video recording. Apparently this means that those who view your videos will feel at the center of the action, hearing "lifelike and immersive sounds that emulate an in-person experience", Samsung...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_buds2_pro_and_galaxy_watch5_will_enhance_your_camera_experience-news-57180.php

Samsung Galaxy A14 goes on sale in the US for just $199.99

Samsung has some huge launches ahead - the Galaxy S23 series on February 1, and the Galaxy A54 and/or Galaxy A34 next week, on January 18. Before all of those, the company started the year by unveiling the entry-level Galaxy A14 at CES. This device is now available in the US. You can purchase one straight from Samsung's online store, and it will set you back $199.99 unlocked. You can also pick your carrier and pay the same amount. As the price strongly implies, the Galaxy A14's specs are nothing to write home about. It comes with a 6.6-inch 1080x2408 90 Hz LCD touchscreen, the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a14_goes_on_sale_in_the_us_for_just_19999-news-57179.php

Intel Core i9-13900KS announced with the world's first 6.0GHz max turbo frequency

Intel today announced its flagship Core i9-13900KS desktop processor, which is a special edition model of the 13900K. The 13900KS is the world's first desktop processor to hit 6.0GHz max turbo frequency out of the box. The main difference between the 13900K and the 13900KS is the 200MHz bump on the max turbo clock speed from the already impressive 5.8GHz to 6.0GHz. This is achieved through binned silicon, making sure only the best parts go into making the 13900KS. The 13900KS has a higher base power limit of 150W compared to the 13900K's 125W and while the max turbo limit is the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/intel_core_i913900ks_announced_with_the_worlds_first_60ghz_max_turbo_frequency-news-57178.php

The LeEco S1 Pro is a cheap iPhone lookalike for China

LeEco just announced a new phone for the Spring Festival (the Chinese New Year, which is on January 22 this year). The LeEco S1 Pro is a midranger that has clearly been heavily inspired by the iPhone 14 Pro, right down to the Dynamic Island. It's actionable too, similar to the Apple flagship. Looks are where the similarities end, however. The LeEco S1 Pro has a 6.5-inch 720x1600px LCD of a standard 60Hz refresh rate. It's powered by a 12nm Zhanrui T7510 chipset with 4 1.8GHz Cortex-A75 cores, and 4 1.8GHz Cortex-A55 cores. The graphics are handled by an Imagination 9446 GPU with a clock...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_leeco_s1_pro_is_a_cheap_iphone_lookalike_for_china-news-57176.php

T-Mobile in talks to acquire Ryan Reynolds' Mint Mobile

You may know Ryan Reynolds as the star of hit films such as Foolproof, Deadpool and Detective Pikachu, but he is also quite the entrepreneur. If you are an Apple TV+ subscriber, you may have watched Welcome to Wrexham, which chronicles the football club’s story after it was acquired by Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. And you may have made a cocktail with Aviation gin, though Reynolds sold his share to Diageo shortly before buying into Wrexham. Reynolds is also a part owner of Mint Mobile, a budget carrier that operates on T-Mobile’s network as an MVNO. Mint might soon go the way of Aviation...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/bloomberg_tmobile_in_talks_to_acquire_ryan_reynolds_mint_mobile-news-57177.php

New vivo X Flip mockup reveals details about the cover display

The vivo X Flip is expected to become the next clamshell foldable smartphone, with a launch scheduled for this quarter. Earlier reports suggested the external screen will be a rectangle, placed vertically under the camera island, and today a new schematic reveals more details. The phone will follow the design language of the X90 series, with the sliver of aluminum, which will be the hinge in the X Flip case. The external screen will be 682 pixels wide, and the cameras will be only two, with enough room for the ZEISS branding. The inner screen will be 1080 pixels wide, which is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_vivo_x_flip_mockup_reveals_details_about_the_cover_display-news-57164.php

Samsung Galaxy A34 5G pops up on Geekbench with key specs

The Samsung Galaxy A34 5G we've been hearing about for over half a year is rumored to come with an Exynos 1280 SoC at the helm. But that likely won't be the case since the smartphone has popped up on Geekbench with a different chip. The Samsung Galaxy A34 5G, sporting model code SM-A346B, is listed on the benchmark database with MT6877V/TTZA, which we know is MediaTek's Dimensity 1080 SoC. It's based on the 6nm process and consists of eight CPU cores - 2x Cortex-A78 clocked at up to 2.6GHz and 6x Cortex-A55 clocked at up to 2GHz. The Galaxy A34 5G that passed through Geekbench runs...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a34_5g_specs_geekbench-news-57163.php

Report: Samsung to launch two Galaxy S24 models instead of three

We’re on the cusp of the Samsung Galaxy S23 series launch and we’re already hearing a report swirling around the Galaxy S24 series. As per The Elec, Samsung is planning to reduce the number of Galaxy S24 models from three to two. Rather than have a vanilla, Plus, and Ultra model, the S24 may only come in vanilla and Ultra, dropping the Plus variant. Galaxy S22, S22+, and S22 Ultra According to the report, the Galaxy S24 is referred to as “DM” internally at Samsung. Two projects: DM1 and DM3 were spotted, but a “DM2” was absent, and it is speculated that the DM1 and DM3 may refer to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/report_samsung_to_launch_two_galaxy_s24_models_instead_of_three-news-57162.php

Apple again rumored to forego actual buttons on the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max

Back in October of last year, famous analyst and purveyor of Apple-related rumors Ming-Chi Kuo stated that the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max would ship without any physical, clickable, traditional buttons. And today, Kuo is back at it again, reiterating basically the same information. According to his latest survey of Apple's supply chain partners, the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max are still slated to arrive on the market in the second half of this year without clickable buttons. Instead, both phones will employ solid state buttons, which will be aided by additional Taptic Engines...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_again_rumored_to_forego_actual_buttons_on_the_iphone_15_pro_and_pro_max-news-57161.php

Apple Watch found guilty of infringing several patents, import could be suspended

Apple and the medical tech company, Masimo, have a long history, but more recently, the latter made a claim in 2020 seeking damages for patent infringement. Today, the court found Apple guilty and the United States International Trade Commission will consider banning the import of Apple Watches Series 6 and above. Right before the release of the first Apple Watch, the Cupertino-based company sought to collaborate with Masimo. But Masimo's CEO says that the meeting's purpose was to poach certain employees and extract information and expertise on certain Masimo products. More precisely,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_found_guilty_of_infringing_several_patents_watch_could_be_banned-news-57160.php

Samsung Galaxy A24 camera details emerge

The Samsung Galaxy A24 is expected to launch later this year and while the leaks so far are not that detailed, a new report from GalaxyClub is here to fill us in on its potential specs. Galaxy A24 will reportedly get a 50MP main sensor on the back alongside a 5MP ultrawide module. The long-standing depth sensors on past budget Galaxy A series will not be making a return on the A24. The front-facing shooter is in for an upgrade to 13MP compared to 8MP one found on the Galaxy A23 and A23 5G models. Galaxy A24 will also feature a 5,000 mAh battery with 25W charging which again matches its...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a24_camera_details_emerge-news-57159.php

It's official: Samsung Galaxy S23 Unpacked event is happening on February 1

Last week, Samsung Colombia accidentally confirmed the Galaxy S23's launch date as it set up an event page on its website for the Galaxy Unpacked event on February 1, 2023. That page was later deleted, but the Korean conglomerate today sent out invites for its Galaxy Unpacked 2023 event on February 1, which will begin at 6PM UTC. The Galaxy Unpacked 2023 event will be held in San Francisco, which will be the first in-person Unpacked event in three years since the COVID-19 pandemic began. It will also be streamed live on Samsung's official website and YouTube channel for those who couldn't...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s23_series_launch_date-news-57148.php

Microsoft's Surface Duo 3 will have a foldable screen

To say that Microsoft misread the market with its Surface Duo and Surface Duo 2 devices would be a definite understatement. Just as devices with folding screens have started to become prevalent, Microsoft went a totally different way by betting on the fact that people would rather have dual flat displays instead. Let's just say it outright: this did not work out. Phones with foldable screens are seeing sales grow year after year, while the Surface Duo devices barely sold any units. So Microsoft is finally ready to change its strategy, according to a new report from "sources who are...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/microsofts_surface_duo_3_will_have_a_foldable_screen-news-57147.php

Apple to use own wireless chips for iPhones in 2025

Perhaps you've heard about Apple's plans to design its own cellular chip, which is rumored to debut in late 2024 or early 2025, but the latest rumor also includes the wireless chip responsible for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connections. As of now, Apple is using Qualcomm's cellular chips and Broadcom's wireless ones. A tipster familiar with the matter claims that Apple's first in-house wireless chip will launch with iPhones in 2025 and the company considers combining the cellular chip with the wireless one. This would ultimately save on production costs, improve power draw and take up less...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_to_use_own_wireless_chips_for_iphones_in_2025-news-57144.php

Samsung Galaxy A34 and A54 leak in official renders ahead of launch

While much of the attention thrown on Samsung in the past couple of months revolves around the upcoming Galaxy S23 flagships, Evan Blass shared official-looking renders of two unreleased Samsung Galaxy A-series phones. Based on a few hints, these should be the Galaxy A34 and Galaxy A54 - two of Samsung’s key phones heading into 2023 which should launch on January 18 in India. Both phones were featured in previous leaks so we have a solid idea on what to expect. Samsung Galaxy A34 and Galaxy A54 renders Galaxy A34 should bring nearly identical specs to its predecessor with a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a34_and_a54_leak_in_official_renders_ahead_of_launch-news-57146.php

Xiaomi confirms MWC 2023 attendance, but no 13 Ultra launch

Xiaomi is sending out invitations to reporters that want to tour its booth at MWC 2023. The company writes “we'll share our vision for 2023 and onward, and how we plan to innovate and better connect people”. While we’d love to hear Xiaomi’s strategy for this year, there isn’t even a hint of a Xiaomi 13 Ultra announcement. If we’re reading this right, this will be an opportunity for some hands on time with Xiaomi’s new smartphones, smart home devices and other gadgets for those who haven’t yet been able to see the new models in person. Xiaomi invites the press to tour its MWC 2023...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_confirms_it_will_attend_mwc_2023_but_there_is_no_hint_of_a_xiaomi_13_ultra_launch-news-57145.php

Windows ends support for Windows 7, Windows 8.1 is getting the axe too

More than a decade ago, Microsoft announced Windows 7 and it has been one of the most popular revisions of the OS ever. In fact, many skipped Windows 8 and 8.1 and moved to Windows 10 directly. Those that stayed behind should know that today marks the end of the road for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1. Back in January 2020, Windows 7 stopped receiving feature updates and Microsoft offered extended 3-year security support for an additional fee. This was crucial for many businesses that couldn't make an easy transition to the newer OS. But today, Microsoft pulls the plug on the security...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/windows_ends_security_support_for_windows_7_windows_81_is_not_getting_extended_support-news-57143.php

Android 13 QPR2 Beta 2 now rolling out to participating Pixels

Google launched the first QPR2 beta last month, letting participating Pixel owners test upcoming ‘Pixel Drop’ features before they are released on a future OTA update. This week, Google is rolling out the latest version of the beta build with bug fixes, new emoji, and other tweaks. Pixels dating back to the Google Pixel 4a are eligible to participate in this beta round. The new tweaks to the OS included with QPR2 Beta 2 include the latest Unicode 15.0 with a handful of new emoji and there’s a new Google Home icon under device controls. Meanwhile, the lava lamp effect on the media...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/android_13_qpr2_beta_2_now_rolling_out_to_participating_pixels-news-57131.php

OnePlus Ace 2 gets certified in China, could launch globally as the OnePlus 11R

The upcoming OnePlus Ace 2 has seemingly been certified for sale in the Chinese market, according to a new report on the matter. The Ace 2 will be the successor to the original Ace launched back in April of last year. Since it's already getting certified, the Ace 2 may arrive sooner in the year than its predecessor did. The new report also claims the Ace 2 will be sold in India, and perhaps other countries, rebadged as OnePlus 11R. The certification process revealed that it's sporting a 5,000 mAh battery with 100W fast wired charging support - just like the OnePlus 11. The Chinese...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_ace_2_gets_certified_in_china_could_launch_globally_as_the_oneplus_11r-news-57130.php

Galaxy A series device with 120 Hz screen officially coming on January 18, A54 most likely

Samsung's official Indian website has just announced that the company is unveiling a new A-series smartphone on January 18, at 12 PM local time. You can register your interest if you want to be notified when the launch happens, and the microsite has a few teasers too. These reveal that the most likely star of next week's show is the Galaxy A54, which has in the past been rumored to debut earlier than its predecessor - in January, no less. So there's that hint. Then there's also the fact that Samsung teases a 120 Hz screen on the upcoming handset, in line with what the A54 should get....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_a_series_device_with_120_hz_screen_officially_coming_on_january_18_a54_most_likely-news-57129.php

Xiaomi tipped to release a flagship with Leica cameras at MWC 2023

According to inside sources quoted by 91mobiles, Xiaomi is about to announce its next flagship phone with Leica cameras at MWC 2023 in Barcelona. It's probably safe to assume that it's going to be the Xiaomi 12S Ultra's successor. Except for the rumored Leica-branded lenses and 1-inch main sensor, not much is known about Xiaomi's upcoming top-tier device. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is certainly going to be in charge of processing, but beyond that there's plenty of room for improvisation. However the very fact that Xiaomi's next top dog will be announced at MWC 2023 is great news because...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_is_said_to_release_a_flagship_with_leica_cameras_at_mwc_2023-news-57128.php

TM Roh to reveal details about a Galaxy-exclusive chipset that Samsung MX is developing

Samsung has reportedly secured an exclusive version of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for the Galaxy S23 series, which runs its prime core at 3.36GHz instead of the usual 3.19GHz. However, we have also heard that the Samsung MX (Mobile eXperience) division has formed a team to develop an in-house chipset. We may learn more about that on February 1 during the Galaxy Unpacked event for the S23 series unveiling. According to Ice Universe, TM Roh himself will reveal details about the new chip – the President and Head of the MX division at Samsung Electronics. Leaked images of the Samsung...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tm_roh_could_reveal_details_about_the_galaxyexclusive_chipset_that_samsung_mx_is_developing-news-57124.php

Apple set to finally open Apple Stores in India, hiring has begun

Apple is finally set to open a number of Apple Stores in India. The company has is hiring people for 12 positions in "various locations within India" including technical specialists, business experts, senior managers, store leaders, and "geniuses". Some new hirees have already shared the good news on LinkedIn, which seems encouraged by Apple, as the company's head of recruitment in India, Renu Sevanthi, has linked to some of them. It hasn't been straightforward for Apple to get to this point. It planned to open its first physical Store right after the online store went live in 2020, but...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_set_to_open_apple_stores_in_india_hiring_has_begun-news-57126.php

Apple iPhone 15 trial production commences in China

According to people familiar with the matter, Apple has started trial production of the iPhone 15 in China and it's looking to accelerate the production timeline in India as well. The so-called NPI (New Product Introduction) process usually takes place in the first quarter of each year so Apple can figure out how the actual production will go once the new iPhones are finalized. Foxconn has reportedly started trial production of the iPhone 15s and this crucial stage aims to iron out issues between all parties involved in the process. That includes manufacturers and suppliers as well...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_commences_iphone_15_trial_production_in_china-news-57122.php

Oppo A56s debuts with familiar design and specs

The latest budget smartphone from Oppo is the Oppo A56s and while it may look new, it’s actually just a rebadged Oppo A57 which launched back in April. The A56s brings the exact same specs as the A57 though it now comes with 8GB RAM as standard. Oppo A56s in Deep Sea Blue and Quiet Night Black Oppo A56s gets a 6.56-inch IPS LCD with HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The phone is equipped with MediaTek’s Dimensity 810 chipset, 8GB RAM and 128/256GB storage. There’s a 13MP main cam around the back alongside a 2MP depth unit. The phone boots Android 12 with ColorOS 12 on top...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_a56s_debuts_with_familiar_design_and_specs-news-57119.php

Realme 10 launches in India

Exactly two months after its global announcement, Realme 10 is now available in India. The entry-level phone in the Realme 10 series brings a 6.4-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED screen with FHD+ resolution, MediaTek’s Helio G99 chipset and a 50MP main cam. The rest of the specs include a 5,000 mAh battery with 33W charging, 4/8GB RAM and a 16MP selfie cam. The phone boots Realme UI 3.0 on top of Android 12 and Realme promised the Android 13-based Realme UI 4.0 update is coming soon. Realme 10 comes in Rush Black and Clash White colors. The 4/64GB model is priced at INR 13,999 while the 8/12GB...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_10_launches_in_india-news-57117.php

Oppo Reno 8T appears online in 4G and 5G variants

Oppo launched the Reno9 series and is working on the Reno10 lineup, but it will seemingly be taking a detour to deliver some more 8 series Renos. The Oppo Reno 8T with LTE capabilities appeared on BIS (Bureau of Indian Standard), while a 5G version appeared in a benchmark database. Following that a tipster has shared the detailed specs of both phones. Specs-wise, both variants are coming with Android 13 and ColorOS 13 on top. The camera design is going to be similar to the Oppo A1 Pro - two vertical circles within an elongated oval design element. Oppo A1 Pro The Oppo Reno 8T 5G...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno8_t_in_4g_and_5g_variants_appears_online-news-57116.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 1

As we conclude the first week of the year 2023 we find our chart with the most unusual of leaders. The Lenovo ThinkPhone by Motorola as is its official name was the most major announcement at CES 2023 and even though it's only meant as a B2B product it certainly got you guys paying attention. In second we have the Redmi Note 12, which just made its debut in India. In a long-standing Xiaomi tradition, the global model is different from the Chinese one even if the two are called the same. The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra completes the podium, just edging out the Redmi Note 12 Pro, which had...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_1-news-57115.php

The Doogee V Max with a whopping 22,000 mAh battery and Night Vision camera leaks

Chinese phone maker Doogee is expected to launch new rugged phones, tablets, and smartphones next month, and we just got the detailed specs and images of one of the more interesting among them. Dubbed Doogee V Max, it will come with a solid specs sheet and a battery of unprecedented size. The Doogee V Max will sport a 6.58" FullHD+ 120Hz IPS screen with Gorilla Glass protection and a notch for the 32MP selfie camera (Sony IMX616, 90° FOV). Its back panel will have a leather-like finish and a design heavily inspired by the Vertu phones of yesteryear. The triple camera system on the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/doogee_v_max_full_specs_images-news-57114.php

Week 1 in review: OnePlus 11 and Lenovo ThinkPhone are official, CES 2023 kicks off

As the new 2023 began let's recap its first week. CES 2023 took place in Las Vegas unfold, which is traditionally the stage for Intel and AMD to make big announcement. AMD detailed its Ryzen 7000 desktop and mobile CPUs, as well as four new Radeon 7000 series GPUs. Intel unveiled its 13th gen laptop CPUs, building on the innovative and popular 12th gen. On the other side of the global OnePlus announced its new flagship - the OnePlus 11 - in China. It comes with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, up to 16GB of RAM, Hasselblad-tuned cameras, a 6.7-inch LTPO 3.0 AMOLED display, and a 5,000mAh...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/week_1_in_review_oneplus_11_is_official_ces_2023_kicks_off-news-57106.php

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

Did your presents include a new phone? If not you can be your own Santa – here are some of the best deals that we found in the UK, Germany, the US and India. In the US in particular we took a detour through the smartwatch section as well. The links below will help you jump to your region: The UK Germany USA India UK Apple is not known for offering discounts on its current models, so a 128GB iPhone 14 is £850 from the Apple store. However, if you go through Amazon you can get the same phone for £50 less. ...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_deals_the_best_smartphone_deals_from_the_uk_germany_the_us_and_india-news-57107.php

Huawei Freebuds 5i review

Huawei is going strong in the world of smart wearables, bringing some impressive TWS products. The Freebuds 5i is its latest product that was introduced in China last June and made it to the international stage right in time for the holiday period. We got to spend some time with a pair of Huawei Freebuds 5i and tested the claims of better noise cancellation, longer battery life and quicker connectivity. Here's what we found out. We got the blue Freebuds 5i, which we believe is the prettiest color of the three (other two being white and Black). Regardless of color you get a smooth...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_freebuds_5i_review-news-57092.php

Weekly poll results: the Redmi K60 series is off to a strong start

Judging by last week’s poll, the Redmi K60 series is off to a strong start. Judging by the first sales report, we can conclude the same. Some models of the trio are more popular than others, of course. The Redmi K60 Pro is the fan favorite, no surprise here. It received a lot of positive attention and it seems like it can draw people away from pricier flagships. It’s not fully equipped to fight at the highest level, the lack of a telephoto lens and an IP rating hold it back, but it also has the lowest price of any Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 phone currently. Speaking of, we still don’t know...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_the_redmi_k60_series_is_off_to_a_strong_start-news-57075.php

Weekly poll: does OnePlus 11's aggressive pricing make it the right flagship for you?

OnePlus has officially gone back to the one flagship strategy – there is only the OnePlus 11 this round. Admittedly, the OnePlus 10 non-Pro never materialized, but dropping “pro” from the name of the 11-series flagship makes it official. Well, is this the one and only flagship you want or did the company miss the mark? Before we put it to a vote, let’s take a closer look at how number 11 compares to the OnePlus 10 Pro and the 9 Pro. We will start with the similarities. The display is still a 6.7” AMOLED panel with QHD+ resolution and a 1-120Hz refresh rate, though this time it uses a new...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_oneplus_11-news-57072.php