Xiaomi 11T and Poco F4 are receiving Android 13-based MIUI 14

Xiaomi has released Android 13-based MIUI 14 stable update for the Xiaomi 11T and Poco F4. The update for the 11T comes with firmware version MIUI 14.0.3.0 TKWMIXM, whereas the update for Poco F4 has firmware MIUI 14.2.0 TLMEUXM. Both require a download of about 3.5GB. However, the MIUI 14 rollout is currently exclusive to users enrolled in the Mi Pilot program. And while the update is seeding for the 11T globally, its rollout for the Poco F4 is limited to Europe. MIUI 14 for Xiaomi 11T • MIUI 14 for Poco F4 The update comes with the December 2022 Android security patch and the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_11t_poco_f4_android_13_miui_14_update-news-57370.php

Coca-Cola Phone could be a special edition Realme 10 Pro

We've been hearing about a Coca-Cola-branded smartphone for the past few days, which was expected to be a special edition Realme 10 or 10 Pro given its resemblance to these smartphones and Realme teasing a collaboration with Coca-Cola. Now a tweet by Realme VP Mr. Madhav Sheth suggests the Coca-Cola Phone (not the confirmed name) will be a special edition Realme 10 Pro. Sheth posted a photo (attached below) of the Realme 10 Pro's Hyperspace Gold version with a reflection of a Coca-Cola can on its rear panel, suggesting the Coca-Cola Phone will be a special edition Realme 10...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_10_pro_coca_cola_phone-news-57369.php

Oppo Reno8 T 4G Sunset Orange model poses for the camera, revealing key specs

Oppo will launch the Reno8 T 4G in the Philippines on February 8, and we already know what it looks like since Oppo has listed it on its online store. The company hasn't divulged the Reno8 T 4G's specs, but rumors claim it will be powered by the Helio G99 SoC. And we can confirm that Reno8 T 4G will have the Helio G99 chip at the helm, thanks to live images of the smartphone we received from an anonymous tipster. We received three pictures, one of which shows us the "About device" screen of the Reno8 T 4G (CPH2481), displaying the smartphone's specs: Helio G99 SoC, 6.43" screen, and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno8_t_4g_sunset_orange_specs_live_images-news-57368.php

OnePlus 11R confirmed to have Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 at the helm

OnePlus is having a big event on February 7, where it will launch the OnePlus 11 and Buds Pro 2 for the global markets in addition to unveiling new products. One of them is the OnePlus 11R which is officially confirmed to have the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC at the helm. The next generation of power is here. It's time to get ready for a new way to experience the #ShapeofPower with the all-new #OnePlus11R 5G.— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) January 27, 2023 OnePlus hasn't divulged any other specs of the OnePlus 11R yet, but rumors claim the smartphone will come with up to 16GB RAM and 512GB...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_11r_5g_specs_chipset_confirmed-news-57367.php

Samsung Galaxy S23 series German pricing leaks

Just a few days ago we got some detailed pricing info for the Galaxy S23 series in Germany and Spain, WinFuture is here with some more finalized sums for the German market. Based on the latest info, the entry-level Galaxy S23 with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage will start at €949 while the 256GB S23 model will go for €1,009. These sums are €10 less than the alleged Spanish pricing. Galaxy S23+ will start at €1,199 in its 8/256GB trim while the 8/512GB model will go for €1,319. The 8/256GB Galaxy S23 Ultra starts at €1,399 while the 12/512GB model will go for €1,579. ...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s23_series_german_pricing_leaks-news-57357.php

Google brings locking Incognito tabs on Chrome for Android

Google shared some tips on staying safe on Chrome for Data Privacy Day, which is tomorrow, January 28. It also revealed Chrome for Android is getting a new feature, allowing you to lock Incognito tabs when you leave the app. A new privacy setting lets you unlock these tabs with a screen lock, be it with biometric info, PIN or pattern. Chrome for Android screenshots The feature is pretty straightforward. When Chrome is opened, and you want to use the Incognito tabs after the phone was locked, there will be a prompt on the screen to use your preferred screen unlock method and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_brings_locking_incognito_tabs_on_chrome_for_android-news-57356.php

Images of the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, Book3 Pro, and Book3 Pro 360 laptops surface

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Book3 series of laptops will arrive alongside the Galaxy S23 series at the company's February 1 Unpacked event, and it's shaping to be an equally exciting lineup. Now we can add some finishing touches thanks to these leaked high-quality renders. They're of the Galaxy Book3 360, the Galaxy Book3 Pro, and the Galaxy Book3 Pro 360. We still don't have high-quality images of the range-topping Galaxy Book3 Ultra. All three models will have 2880x1800px (16:10) Super AMOLED touchscreen displays, backlit keyboards, Intel's 13th-gen processors, allowing for two...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/here_are_renders_of_the_galaxy_book3_360_book3_pro_and_book3_pro_360_laptops-news-57355.php

Apple reportedly halts in-house Wi-Fi chip project

Apple is in a battle to reduce its reliance on third-party suppliers by taking component manufacturing in-house. Just as it did with its A-series mobile chipsets and M-series SoCs, Cupertino is rumored to bring wireless chips, 5G modems and even display production for its iPhones, Apple Watches and Macs in-house. The latest semiconductor survey from analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claims Apple will backtrack on its Wi-Fi chip development and will continue to rely on Broadcom as its key supplier. Apple is devoting most of its IC design resources to its chipset development. Kuo also mentions that...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_reportedly_halts_inhouse_wifi_chip_project_-news-57354.php

Japan and Netherlands are joining the US in chip restrictions on China

Japan and the Netherlands will join the United States in imposing chip bans on China, Bloomberg revealed in a report. The goal is to “undercut Beijing’s ambition to build its own domestic chip capabilities”, according to people aware of the situation. The Dutch company ASML Holding HV will be prevented from transferring deep ultraviolet lithography machines used for chip manufacture, and similar restrictions will be imposed on the Japanese Nikon Corp. The joint effort is an expansion on US President Joe Biden’s agenda to limit China’s ability to manufacture and develop its own...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/japan_and_netherlands_are_joining_the_us_in_chip_restrictions_on_china-news-57353.php

Here's our first official look at the OnePlus Pad in Halo Green color

OnePlus will launch the OnePlus Pad at its February 7 event, where it will also introduce the OnePlus 11R 5G, OnePlus Keyboard, and OnePlus TV 65" Q2 Pro. OnePlus hasn't detailed the OnePlus Pad's specs sheet yet, but the company has shared the slate's image on its Indian website, giving us our first official look at the tablet while also corroborating previously leaked renders. You can see the OnePlus Pad has a selfie camera built into the bezel above the display, and on the rear is a center-aligned camera joined by LED flash, below which is the OnePlus logo. The OnePlus Pad was expected...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_pad_design_colors_official_image-news-57352.php

Samsung Galaxy A54 battery capacity and charging speed revealed by FCC

Samsung's Galaxy A54 is just around the corner and the phone was just certified by the FCC. The listing, published by the US regulator, revealed that an SM-A546E will have a battery with a minimal capacity of 4,905 mAh and support 25W fast charging. Samsung Galaxy A54 renders The Samsung Galaxy A54 is likely to have at least 5,000 mAh capacity, although previous rumors suggested a slight increase to 5,100 mAh. The FCC filing revealed it could be charged with a Samsung EP-TA800 adapter, which is a 25W Power Delivery USB-C charger, but we doubt it will ship in the retail...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a54_battery_and_charging_revealed_by_fcc-news-57342.php

Samsung.com reveals Galaxy S23 series pre-order period and perks

Current expectations are that Samsung will raise the prices of the Galaxy S23 series in Europe (compared to last year's S22 models). The company is also preparing to soften the blow with the usual discounts. It turns out that someone updated the fine print on the Samsung UK Business portal with details on the S23 pre-order, even though the page is still showing the current S22 phones. Again, this is the business portal, so the 10% off from #4 probably doesn’t apply to you. There could be similar discounts for individuals, though. #6 is where it gets interesting – the Galaxy S23 series...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsungcom_reveals_galaxy_s23_series_preorder_period_and_perks-news-57341.php

Oppo Reno8 T officially launching on February 8

Oppo revealed the Reno8 T series is coming soon, and today we have the official launch date. The new midranger is launching on February 8 in the Philippines, and according to the official poster, the Pacific country is getting it in two colors - Black and Leather Orange. Oppo is expected to launch the Reno8 T with 5G and the Snapdragon 695 chipset, but some markets will be getting an LTE version with a Helio G99 chipset. One of the phones is coming with a 108MP camera, and by the looks of it, the Philippines are getting the other one, which is said to be the 4G option. Oppo...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno8_t_officially_launching_on_february_8-news-57340.php

Infinix brings Note 12i to India, sales begin on January 30

Infinix announced the Note 12i 2022 over three months ago, and the phone finally reached India, one of the company’s major markets. The phone is up on Flipkart and will be on sale starting Monday, January 30. The Infinix Note 12i comes with a 6.7” AMOLED with 90Hz refresh rate, while the fingerprint scanner is on the side, embedded in the power key. India is getting just one memory option - 4/64 GB but at least there is a dedicated micro SD slot for adding more storage. The key selling points Infinix uses for the Note 12i are the 50MP main camera and the 5,000 mAh battery with 33W...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/infinix_brings_note_12i_to_india_sale_begins_on_january_30-news-57339.php

Carrier-locked Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 is receiving Android 13-based One UI 5.0 update in the US

The Android 13-based One UI 5.0 stable update released for the international Galaxy Z Fold2 two months ago and the unlocked units in the US last month is now rolling out for the carrier-locked Galaxy Z Fold2 in the US. The update is seeding for the Galaxy Z Fold2 units locked to T-Mobile and Sprint's networks in the US, and the rollout could expand to devices on other carriers soon. If you own a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 locked to T-Mobile or Sprint's network, you'll receive One UI 5.0 with firmware version F916USQU2IVK5. It comes with the usual One UI 5.0 goodies and the November 2022...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_fold2_carrier_locked_usa_android_13_one_ui_5_update-news-57338.php

iOS 17 details leak, don't expect many visual changes, just a focus on stability and efficiency

Apple's just pushed out iOS 16.3, the latest version of iOS 16, which itself was introduced back in June of last year and released in the fall with the iPhone 14 family. This year, iOS 17 will be released along with the iPhone 15 series, most likely in September, and today a new report is already talking about it. According to this source, who has been reliable on occasion in the past when it comes to Apple-related things, iOS 17 will not introduce any huge visual overhauls. In fact, you should pretty much expect it to look identical to iOS 16. Instead, the focus with the upcoming release...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/ios_17_details_leak_dont_expect_many_visual_changes_just_a_focus_on_stability_and_efficiency-news-57337.php

Leaked Samsung Galaxy Book3 Pro specs reveal bigger screens, same light body

The Samsung Unpacked event on February 1 is expected to be the stage for the upcoming Galaxy S23 smartphones, but also the new Galaxy Book3 laptops. We expect a mighty Galaxy Book3 Ultra and at least two Galaxy Book3 Pro notebooks. Leaked specs of the Pro revealed Samsung is increasing the AMOLED panel size and we will see 14” and 16” variants, instead of the Full HD panels with 13.3” and 15.6” diagonals. However, this will affect only the height of the panel and not the width, and the resolution will now be WQXGA+ with a squarer 16:10 ratio. Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro The Galaxy...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/leaked_samsung_galaxy_book3_pro_specs_reveal_bigger_screens_same_light_body-news-57325.php

Poco X5 Pro leaks with Snapdragon 778G, vanilla X5 with Snapdragon 695 follows

A week ago the upcoming Poco X5 was spotted in the hands of a cricket star, but did you know that there is a Pro version on the way as well? That was news to us too, but a European retailer already list the device as “coming soon” and has posted an almost complete specs sheet. The Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro has a 6.67” AMOLED display with 1,080 x 2,400px resolution (20:9), according to the retailer. The refresh rate isn’t mentioned, unfortunately, but it should be 120Hz like the Poco X4 Pro. Anyway, the phone is powered by the Snapdragon 778G, a solid all-round upgrade over the 695 found inside...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_x5_pro_leaks_with_snapdragon_778g_vanilla_x5_with_snapdragon_695_follows-news-57324.php

Bowers & Wilkins Pi5 S2 and Pi7 S2 announced with improved battery and Bluetooth range

Nearly two years after the debut of the Pi7 and Pi5 TWS earbuds, Bowers & Wilkins have updated their premium wireless earbuds with better battery life and increased Bluetooth range which now covers up to 25 meters. B&W Pi7 S2 bring 24-bit/48kHz audio streaming with support for the aptX Adaptive codec and superior adaptive ANC which can adjust audio to your surroundings. B&W Pi5 SE support the regular aptX codec and standard ANC via their dual microphones. Both models feature 9.2 mm dynamic drivers and now offer up to five hours on a single charge. Bowers & Wilkins Pi5...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/bowers___wilkins_pi5_s2_and_pi7_s2_announced_with_improved_battery_and_bluetooth_range_-news-57323.php

OnePlus 11R is also coming on February 7, Amazon reveals

The OnePlus 11 flagship and the Buds Pro 2 are making their international debut on February 7, the company revealed last month. Now Amazon reveals we'll see another phone debut at the event. The OnePlus 11R midranger is coming alongside the flagship, notifications in the retailer's app reveal. The event, scheduled to take place in New Delhi, India, is set for 19:30 local time (that’s 2 PM GMT), and we are also going to see a new smart TV from the brand, the OnePlus TV Q2 Pro, as well as the company's first Keyboard. The OnePlus 11R appeared in live photos, revealing part of its...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_11r_is_also_arriving_on_february_7_amazon_reveals-news-57322.php

Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G, Galaxy A51 get Android 13-based One UI 5.0 in the US

Samsung has released the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 stable updates for the unlocked Galaxy S20 FE 5G (SM-G781U1) and Galaxy A51 (SM-A515U1) in the US. The One UI 5.0 update for the Galaxy S20 FE 5G comes with firmware version G781U1UEU9FWA7, while the Galaxy A51's One UI 5.0 update has firmware version A515U1UEU8EWA6. Both smartphones get the usual One UI 5.0 goodies with new updates, but the Galaxy S20 FE 5G gets the January 2023 Android security patch with the update, while the Galaxy A51 receives the December 2022 Android security patch. Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G • Samsung...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s20_fe_5g_galaxy_a51_unlocked_android_13_one_ui_5_update_usa-news-57321.php

Samsung Galaxy S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra prices for Europe leak, get ready to pay more

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, and Galaxy S23 Ultra may keep the same prices as their predecessors in the US, but not elsewhere. A past rumor from Australia made us aware of the upcoming price hikes for the first time, and today newly leaked prices for the trio in Europe basically confirm the bad news. The Galaxy S23 base model will be €100 more expensive than the Galaxy S22 base model was (here are all the launch prices from last year to compare to). The Galaxy S23+ base model, with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, will be €100 more expensive than the Galaxy S22+ version with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s23_s23_and_s23_ultra_prices_for_europe_leak_get_ready_to_pay_more-news-57320.php

Native WhatsApp for macOS goes into public beta

WhatsApp didn’t have a true desktop version until recently – both the Windows and Mac apps just wrapped the web version in an Electron shell. This changed last year when Windows got a native version and a native version for macOS went into beta. Initially, it was closed beta available only to TestFlight participants, but now everyone (with a Mac) can get it. You can download it from the official site, it is available for macOS Big Sur and newer. The site warns that this version is still in early stages of development. Native WhatsApp for macOS goes into public beta Interestingly,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/native_whatsapp_for_macos_goes_into_public_beta-news-57319.php

Infinix Zero 5G 2023's India launch date revealed

Last weekend, Indian online retailer Flipkart revealed that Infinix will launch the Note 12i 2022 in India on January 25. Now we learn that 10 days later, on February 4, the company will introduce another smartphone in the Asian country - Infinix Zero 5G 2023. The Infinix Zero 5G 2023 was unveiled last year, so we know what's on offer. However, the promo page set up by Flipkart on its website for the smartphone suggests Infinix partnered with Marvel Studios and could release an Infinix Zero 5G 2023 Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania version to celebrate Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/infinix_zero_5g_2023_india_launch_date-news-57308.php

Moto G53 to launch internationally, appears in live photos

The Moto G53 was launched in China in December with a Snapdragon 480+ chipset and two cameras. Today we spotted the device in a packaging that’s clearly designated for the international market, revealing the new midranger is likely to go global soon. The G53 appeared in live photos with model number XT2335-2 with a Blue back and 4/128 GB memory. Apparently, this exact version is designated to the European market with dual-SIM capabilities and an eSIM slot, which might be a first for a Motorola G smartphone. We expect the smartphone to be exactly the same as in the Chinese version...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/moto_g53_to_launch_internationally_appears_in_live_photos-news-57307.php

Google Messages app may begin supporting user profiles soon

Last month, Google added end-to-end encryption support for RCS group chats in the Messages app. Google has focused on improving the default messaging experience for Android users in recent months and Google Messages now may be gearing up to add the ability to support user profiles in the Google Messages app. As per a screenshot posted in a Reddit post by u/seeareeff, Google may begin adding user profiles to Google Messages. The screenshot contains a page in the app’s settings called “Profile” with ‘Visibility’ controls, and settings for ‘notifications’ that would allow you to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_messages_app_may_begin_supporting_user_profiles_soon-news-57306.php

Apple releases iOS 16.3 with support for the new HomePod and watchOS 9.3

As promised last week, today Apple released iOS 16.3 to all supported devices. If you have a compatible iPhone, and it hasn't notified you of the update yet, you can grab it by going to Settings > General > Software Update. That's the beauty of Apple's rollouts, they're not staged. The new version comes with support for Security Keys for Apple ID, allowing for physical two-factor authentication for Apple ID logins. You also get a new Unity wallpaper, and support for the just unveiled second-gen HomePod. The Emergency SOS feature has been tweaked to prevent accidental calls - you...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_releases_ios_163_with_support_for_the_new_homepod_and_watchos_93-news-57305.php

Samsung teases epic nights and moon photography with the S23 Ultra's cameras

Samsung has begun a promo campaign for its first Galaxy Unpacked 2023 with a short video on YouTube. The clip teases the Moon capabilities of the Galaxy S23 Ultra and claims that 'Epic nights are coming'. So those are clever ways of saying that the Galaxy S23 Ultra will bring a better night mode and improved Moon shot. This might be the 'Space Zoom 100x' feature that's listed on the recently leaked, complete specs sheet of the Galaxy S23 Ultra. Camera and video improvements are expected in a phone with a brand-new 200MP main camera. We're itching to get our hands on the new Galaxy...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_teases_epic_nights_and_moon_photography_with_the_s23_ultras_cameras-news-57304.php

Twitter will get an ad-free subscription soon

One of the first things Elon Musk did after taking the reins at Twitter was to rejigger the badge system and introduce the $8 a month Twitter Blue subscription (well, $11 a month on iOS and Android due to app store fees). However, the current version of Blue only cuts ads by half. Musk tweeted that there will be a higher priced subscription that will show no ads at all. How much will it cost? Unclear for now, but the CEO is not happy with how ads work at the moment. He says that they are “too frequent” and “too big”. Twitter will address both issues in the coming weeks. Also, there will...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/twitter_will_get_an_adfree_subscription_soon-news-57303.php

First image of OnePlus Keyboard appears, will arrive on February 7

OnePlus revealed earlier it will launch a keyboard, and now we have the first leaked image of the peripheral. It will be white, with a yellow Enter key and a red round button of unkown purpose. The source revealed that the OnePlus Keyboard is scheduled to arrive on February 7, which is also the global launch of the OnePlus 11 flagship and the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 TWS earphones. The keyboard already has its landing page on the OnePlus website, revealing that mass production is scheduled for March-May, meaning we will have to wait a significant time after the February...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/first_image_of_oneplus_keyboard_appears_will_arrive_on_february_7-news-57294.php

Nokia and Samsung extend cross-license patent agreement

Nokia and Samsung have reached a new agreement on 5G patent technology which will see the Korean tech giant use Nokia’s “fundamental inventions in 5G and other technologies”. The two companies previously inked a similar deal, which expired at the end of 2022. Samsung is a leader in the smartphone industry, and we are delighted to have reached an amicable agreement with them. The agreement gives both companies the freedom to innovate and reflects the strength of Nokia’s patent portfolio, decades-long investments in R&D and contributions to cellular standards and other technologies. -...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_and_samsung_extend_crosslicense_patent_agreement-news-57293.php

Samsung to unveil five Galaxy Book3 laptops, the Ultra sits on top

During this year's Unpacked event on February 1, Samsung is expected to announce its Galaxy Book3 series alongside the much-anticipated Galaxy S23 lineup. The laptop family will consist of five models this year, with the Ultra being the flagship, according tot he latest leak. This isn't the first time we hear about the Book3 Ultra, the company itself essentially confirmed it. But this report reveals some key specs and it shapes up to be a pretty solid high-end device. It's expected to feature a 16-inch 2880 x 1800p AMOLED screen along with 13th Gen Intel Core i9 CPU, up to 32GB of RAM,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_to_unveil_five_galaxy_book3_laptops_the_ultra_sits_on_top-news-57292.php

New Huawei P60 Pro leaked specs suggest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset

The Huawei P60 series is said to arrive in March, and earlier this month, we learned the first specs sheet of the Pro smartphone. Today, another leakster from China piled on, and according to them, the Huawei P60 Pro will come with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, once again limited to LTE. He corroborated the 6.6” OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, 1440p resolution, and the 100W wired/50W wireless charging rates of the previous rumor. Additionally we got to learn the battery capacity will be 5,000 mAh. The main 50MP camera will have a Sony IMX888 sensor, while the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_huawei_p60_pro_leaked_specs_suggest_snapdragon_8_gen_2_chipset-news-57291.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 3

Week 3 saw the yet-to-be-announced Samsung Galaxy S23 series take a firmer grip on our top 10. The trio dominates our news section and its and the phone's specs pages, now filled in courtesy of detailed leaks are gathering a lot of attention. It's the Galaxy S23 Ultra on top ahead of the plus member of the series. Behind them the Galaxy A14 entry-level phone completes the rostrum, before the vanilla Galaxy S23 makes it four Samsung phones in the top 4. The streak continues with the Galaxy S22 Ultra in fifth, making up for the strongest showing by the Korean company in years. In...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_3-news-57290.php

Week 3 in review: Galaxy S23 Ultra's 200MP sensor is official

We're past being surprised by the Galaxy S23 series dominating our news section to which week 3 made no exception. Samsung announced the 200MP ISOCELL HP2 sensor that will be the headline feature of the Galaxy S23 Ultra. The imager is 1/1.3” in size with 0.6μm pixels and can pixel-bin (Tetra2pixel, per Samsung's lingo) 4-to-1 for 1.2μm pixels and 50MP resolution or 16-to-1 for 2.4μm pixels and 12.5MP resolution. The sensor comes with Dual Vertical Transfer Gate (D-VTG) to avoid blown highlights. It claims to increase the full well capacity by more than 33%, meaning that an individual pixel...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/week_3_in_review_galaxy_s23_ultras_200mp_sensor_is_official-news-57276.php

Flashback: the Snapdragon 625 efficiently conquered the mid-field in 2016

Some chipsets are remembered more fondly than others - the Snapdragon 810 has quite a story to tell, but today we are feeling in a positive mood so let's look at the Snapdragon 625. The Snapdragon 625 was unveiled in February of 2016 and became the first 600-series chip to be made using the power efficient 14nm node. Its predecessor, the Snapdragon 617, was fabbed on a 28nm node and it showed. The new 625 used 35% less power than its predecessor in typical daily use. To put that in perspective, if a phone with the old chip had just enough battery to last from 6am to 6pm, that same...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/flashback_the_snapdragon_625_efficiently_conquered_the_midfield_in_2016-news-57259.php

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite's Wi-Fi model is receiving Android 13-based One UI 5.0 update

Samsung released the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 stable update for the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite's LTE version (SM-P615) recently, which is now rolling out for the Wi-Fi model (SM-P610) as well. The update comes with stability and performance improvements in addition to a new lock screen customization menu, a redesigned Recent Apps screen with better animations, and a new "Connected devices" menu inside the Settings app. However, the One UI 5.0 update comes with the dated November 2022 Android security patch instead of the January 2023 or even the December 2022 security patch. Moreover,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s6_lite_2020_wifi_model_android_13_one_ui_5_update-news-57288.php

Weekly poll: how fast should fast charging be?

In a very rapid succession phones crossed the 100W charging barrier, went up to 210W late last year and at least one maker is already promosing 240W on an upcoming phone. These numbers are quite amazing – or maybe quite insane? The 210W phone we mentioned is the Redmi Note 12 Discovery. It has a relatively small 4,300mAh battery, but it only needs 9 minutes for a full charge. And if you only have 5 minutes to spare, the battery can go from flat to 66% charged in that time. Smartphones are quickly setting and breaking new charge speed records The battery capacity is an important...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_fast_charging-news-57245.php

Motorola Moto G23 renders leak online

Motorola is apparently gearing up to launch a new midranger. The G23 has been making the rounds on various certification websites without revealing too much about itself. Today brings a set of detailed and high-resolution renders of the upcoming phone, leaving very little to the imagination in terms of design. Apparently, the phone will come in a trio of colors (Blue, Grey and White) and feature a sort of boxy design with nice and rounded corners. We can also clearly see a punch-hole selfie on the front and a trio of rear cameras. The source actually goes into detail regarding...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_g23_renders_leak_online-news-57287.php

Weekly poll results: screen size matters a lot, the ideal for most people is 6.1"

The ideal screen size for a smartphone changed over the years, but it finally seems that it has settled. In a poll in 2019 6 inches emerged as the most popular option, which was confirmed the next year when the range 5.9” to 6.5” was chosen (with most people leaning towards the lower end). And in last week’s poll 6.1” was the top pick among voters. Previous screen size poll results: from 2020 • from 2019 It was the option chosen by a quarter of voters. The slightly larger 6.3” option received half as many votes. This essentially matches previous results, which were focused on 6”...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_screen_size_matters_a_lot_the_ideal_for_most_people_is_61-news-57244.php

Infinix Note 12i 2022's India launch date revealed by Flipkart

The Infinix Note 12i 2022 unveiled last September will be launched in India on January 25. This revelation comes from Indian online retailer Flipkart, which set up a promo page for Infinix Note 12i 2022 on its website. The Infinix Note 12i 2022 is powered by the Helio G85 SoC and was announced with Android 12-based XOS 10.6. However, Flipkart revealed the smartphone will run XOS 12 out of the box in India, which is also based on Android 12. It will also come with Widevine L1 certification, allowing 1080p video streaming on compatible OTT apps. The Note 12i 2022 will have 4GB RAM...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/infinix_note_12i_2022_india_launch_date-news-57286.php

BharOS is a new Android fork with a focus on security developed in India

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras just recently held a conference and announced BharOS – a new mobile operating system focused on privacy and security. The OS is developed by JandK Operations Private Limited (JandKops), which is a Section 8 (not-for-profit) Company established by IIT Madras. BharOS is basically a really clean fork of AOSP that offers various security and privacy features. For instance, there are no default apps pre-loaded in the OS. This allows users to carefully choose only the apps they need and trust. BharOS also provides access to a private app store...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/bharos_is_a_new_android_fork_with_a_focus_on_security-news-57285.php