Huawei Enjoy 60 is coming on March 23

Huawei will unveil the Mate X3 and P60 series smartphones on March 23 in China, which the company today announced will be joined by the Enjoy 60. The poster shared by Huawei reveals the Enjoy 60's design and confirms two color options. It shows us the Enjoy 60's back panel, sporting a dual camera setup headlined by a 48MP camera. Huawei Enjoy 60 Huawei hasn't divulged anything else about the Enjoy 60. However, a previously leaked poster revealed the smartphone will come with HarmonyOS 3.0, a 6,000 mAh battery, and 22.5W charging. We could see Huawei reveal a few more features...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_enjoy_60_launch_date-news-57950.php

vivo X Flip pops up on Geekbench

We've been hearing about the vivo X Flip vertically folding smartphone for the past few months. And while there's no word from vivo about its launch yet, an unknown vivo device, sporting model code V2256A and believed to be the vivo X Flip, passed through Geekbench, revealing key specs in the process. A leaked schematic of the vivo X Flip The vivo V2256A runs Android 13 and has 12GB RAM onboard. The benchmark database reveals it's powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, corroborating previous rumors of the vivo X Flip having the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip at the helm. Other rumored...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x_flip_specs_geekbench-news-57949.php

Poco F5 5G to launch in India on April 6

Poco launched the Poco X5 in India a few days ago, and according to a new report, it could launch the Poco F5 5G in India next - on April 6. There's no word from Poco about the Poco F5 5G yet, but if rumors are to be believed, the Poco F5 5G will be a version of the unreleased Redmi Note 12 Turbo, recently confirmed to come with the freshly announced Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 SoC. Poco F4 The Redmi Note 12 Turbo is also expected to pack a 6.67" FullHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, but with an in-display fingerprint scanner underneath, which is not the case with other Note 12 series...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_f5_5g_india_launch_date-news-57948.php

200MP vs 1-inch - testing the best Android phones for photography

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/best_android_phone_for_photography-review-2541.php

Samsung Galaxy Watch5 series gain ECG and blood pressure measurements in the Philippines

Samsung Philippines announced that the Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro are now able to track your blood pressure and take ECG (electrocardiogram) readings in the country following certification clearance and a new firmware update. The ECG and blood pressure measurements only work with a paired Samsung phone with the latter requiring an initial setup in the Samsung Health Monitor app with an actual blood pressure monitor. Once the initial reading is synced to the Health Monitor app, you will be able to measure your blood pressure via the Galaxy Watch5 series’ BioActive sensor and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch5_series_gain_ecg_and_blood_pressure_measurements_in_the_philippines-news-57943.php

Oppo releases first Find X6 Pro camera samples, confirms camera apertures

The Oppo Find X6 Pro is arriving next week, and the phone maker shared some camera samples, confirming once again the partnership with Swedish photography company Hasselblad and revealing some details about its cameras. The trio of photos revealed incredible details in picture clarity, as well as some minor details on the shooters. The primary camera is going to have a 23mm equivalent lens with an f/1.8 aperture; the eagle shot's EXIF reads 144mm focal length, but that could well include digital zoom. It does confirm a very bright f/2.6 aperture on the telephoto lens, though. Oppo...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_releases_first_find_x6_pro_camera_samples-news-57939.php

Ice Universe: the iPhone 15 Pro Max will set a new benchmark for thin bezels

Is Ice Universe is obsessed with bezel thickness? Yes, but we don’t mind – The Cat reports that the upcoming Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max will set a new record in that regard. The black border around the screen of the new flagship will measure only 1.55mm, way down from the 2.17mm of the current iPhone 14 Pro Max. The current record is held by the Xiaomi 13 with 1.81mm thickness. For comparison, the Galaxy 22 and S23 bezels are around 1.95mm. The glass panels of the iPhone 15 series were shown on video a couple of weeks ago. The person handling the panels reported that the bezels on the Pro...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/ice_universe_the_iphone_15_pro_max_will_set_a_new_benchmark_for_thin_bezels-news-57938.php

Xiaomi and Realme confirm upcoming SD 7+ Gen 2 phones, tipster suggests another chip is on the way

Qualcomm just announced its Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset for upper-midrange phones and now Xiaomi and Realme have confirmed their first phones set to utilize the latest SoC. The official Weibo pages for both brands confirmed their upcoming devices will be the Redmi Note 12 Turbo and Realme GT Neo5 SE. In addition, tipster Yogesh Brar revealed that the Poco F5 is also set to launch with the SD7+ Gen2 chip soon. Qualcomm is also rumored to launch another midrange chipset with the Snapdragon 685 and we get info that it might debut on the Redmi Note 12 4G. Redmi Note 12 Turbo and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_and_realme_confirm_upcoming_sd7_gen_2_phones_tipster_suggests_another_chip_is_on_the_way-news-57936.php

The Samsung Galaxy F14 will launch on March 24 in India, key specs officially confirmed

India is expecting the Galaxy A34 and A54 on March 28, but as it turns out, another phone will launch a few days before then – the Samsung Galaxy F14 is coming on March 24 at 12 noon local time. Samsung officially confirmed the date and some of the rumored features. The F14 will be the segment’s only phone with a 5nm chipset – according to the fine print, the segment in question is ₹10,000-₹15,000. That’s lower than some rumors suggested (the F13 launched at ₹12,000 last year). Said chipset is the new Exynos 1330, which is already used in the Galaxy M14 (to which this phone is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_samsung_galaxy_f14_will_launch_on_march_24_in_india_key_specs_officially_confirmed-news-57937.php

Samsung dethrones Xiaomi in India in Q4 2022

According to new market research, Samsung took 20% of the smartphone market in India in Q4 2022, while Xiaomi took second place with an 18% share. Analysts believe that this is mostly due to the market "premiumization" in the country. Indians are now having more disposable income and are eyeing more expensive handsets. Two years ago, the sub-$120 segment in India accounted for 41% of the total smartphone sales, whereas now, that share has fallen to 26%. In contrast, the premium segment (above $360) sees a two-fold growth of 11%. That's the main reason Samsung overtook Xiaomi, as the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_dethrones_xiaomi_in_india_as_the_biggest_smartphone_vendor-news-57925.php

Amazfit launches 42mm GTR Mini smartwatch with 14-day battery life

The Amazfit GTR 4 launched in September, a 46mm smartwatch with a large round 1.43” display. Is that too big? Then check out the new Amazfit GTR Mini, which just arrived in India at a price of ₹11,000 (the GTR 4 goes for ₹17,000). By the way, the GTR Mini launched in the US, the UK and the EU a couple of days ago at $120/£130/€130. The highlight feature of the Amazfit GTR Mini The Mini earns its name with its 42mm chassis, which is also thinner and lighter at 9.25mm and 24.6g, compared to 12.4mm and 34g for the large model. The watch takes 20mm straps with a quick release mechanism...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/amazfit_launches_42mm_gtr_mini_smartwatch_in_india_with_14day_battery_life-news-57927.php

Samsung Galaxy F14 runs Geekbench with its Exynos 1330 chipset

Samsung’s Galaxy F-phones are a regional series that is closely related to the M-phones and this upcoming entry-level device is no exception – the Samsung Galaxy F14 recently appeared on the Google Play Console, which revealed that it uses the Exynos 1330 chipset. This phone has now surfaced in the Geekbench 6 database as well with that exact chip. The Exynos 1330 is part of Samsung’s next-gen chips along with the 1380. This is a 5nm chip with a pair of Cortex-A78 cores (2.4GHz) and six A55 (2.0GHz), plus a Mali-G68 MP2 and a 5G modem. It supports FHD+ displays at up to 120Hz, up to 108MP...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_f14_runs_geekbench_with_its_exynos_1330_chipset-news-57924.php

Samsung opens Galaxy A54 & A34 orders in India, launch scheduled for March 28

Samsung Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A34 made their debut in India today, one day after the global announcement. The midrangers are already up for pre-order with 8GB RAM, and the official sales kick off on March 28. Both variants have two price points, depending on the storage selection, and the good thing is the phones are available in their hero colors - Galaxy A54 in Violet and Galaxy A34 in gradient Silver. Samsung Galaxy A54 People who pre-order the Galaxy A34 or Galaxy A54 from the Samsung India website between today and March 27 will receive a special discounted price on...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_opens_galaxy_a54_galaxy_a34_preorder_in_india_launch_scheduled_for_march_28-news-57926.php

Meizu 20 Pro camera samples emerge

The Meizu 20 series is set to launch on March 30 in China and we now have some camera samples from the Meizu 20 Pro ahead of the big announcement. Meizu is a subsidiary of Geely Automotive and the Meizu 20 Pro is already in the hands of some Geely execs like its Senior Vice President Yang Xueliang who posted the sample shots on Weibo. Meizu 20 Pro camera samples The photos leave much to be desired in terms of color accuracy, vibrancy and detail. The unit used to snap these shots is probably using pre-production software so we should wait for official images from the retail...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/meizu_20_pro_camera_samples_emerge-news-57923.php

Vivo Y78+ incoming with triple cameras and big battery

The vivo Y77 series was extremely successful in China, and now it is time for a follow-up. The vivo V2271A, expected to arrive as vivo Y78+, appeared on TENAA's website alongside a handful of specs. The new smartphone will have a battery with 4,900mah minimal capacity, meaning it is likely inheriting the 5,000mAh typical capacity from its predecessor. vivo V2771A on TENAA This vivo phone is listed with three cameras and while there is no more official info, rumors are suggesting the phone will remain China-only, while a lighter version, likely called vivo Y78, will hit the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_y78_incoming_with_triple_cameras-news-57922.php

Oppo Find X6 and Pad 2 series officially arriving on March 21

Oppo will introduce the Find X6 and Pad 2 devices on March 21, the company revealed on its own website. Posters stated users have five days to sign up for a notification when the event begins, which will be on Tuesday at 2 PM local time. Oppo Find X6 and Pad 2 teasers The Oppo Find X6 is pictured with a leather panel, circular camera island and a periscope lens, and we see a glimpse of the Hasselblad logo, as well as a small orange dot, trademark of the Swedish photography company. The tablet (or tablets) will have a thin bezel, a power key on the left side, and a volume rocker on...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_x6_pad_2_series_officially_arriving_on_march_21-news-57921.php

Pixel 8 Pro will have a less curved screen with much more rounded corners compared to the Pixel 7 Pro

Yesterday we saw some CAD-based renders of the Pixel 8 Pro getting leaked, and they gave us our first look at the upcoming flagship Google device that's expected to launch around October. Today, the same source is back with a bunch of raw CAD shots, comparing the Pixel 8 Pro's screen to that of its predecessor, the Pixel 7 Pro from last year, as well as the Pixel 8's to the Pixel 7's. The Pixel 8 Pro's display will be much less curved on the edges, as you can see. On the other hand, it will come with corners that are much more rounded. This latter change could make for a handset that's...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/pixel_8_pro_will_have_a_less_curved_screen_with_much_more_rounded_corners_compared_to_the_pixel_7_pr-news-57920.php

Sony WF-1000XM5 leak reveals the earbuds will be smaller than their predecessors

Sony launches high-end Bluetooth headphones and earbuds around every two years, and it's now almost time for the WF-1000XM5 true wireless earbuds to replace the WF-1000XM4 from 2021. The new buds got certified by the FCC recently, and the images thus outed reveal that they're more compact than their predecessors - news that will undoubtedly be greeted with sighs of relief left and right, since size was one of the main issues with the M4s. Inside the case, you can see that Sony's moved to two pins instead of three for charging the buds, while the case material seems to be matte plastic...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_wf1000xm5_leak_reveals_the_earbuds_will_be_smaller_than_their_predecessors-news-57919.php

Pixel 8 renders also emerge, show smaller footprint

After the Pixel 8 Pro renders emerged earlier today we now have our first look at the regular Pixel 8 thanks to a new batch of CAD-based renders. At first glance, the images show little change to the overall design of the Pixel 7 but the phone will actually arrive with altered dimensions compared to its predecessor. Pixel 8 is said to come in at 150.5 x 70.8 x 8.9mm – which is 5mm shorter and 2.4mm narrower than Pixel 7. The upcoming Pixel phone is said to feature a 5.8-inch display compared to the 6.3-inch diagonal on the Pixel 7. The renders also show out noticeably slimmer bezels...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_8_images_specs-news-57910.php

Indian preinstalled apps clampdown causes controversy

India plans to implement new security testing on smartphones amid concerns about spying, Reuters claims. According to its report quoting two people and a govertment document the local authorities want phone makers to allow pre-installed apps to be removed, similarly to Europe. After the report went live Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Minister of State at the Ministry of Electronics & IT, claimed the story is “plain wrong” and based on “unfettered creative imagination” and “lack of understanding” from Reuters. He declined to elaborate further. A senior government official speaking off the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/reuters_india_plans_crackdown_on_preinstalled_apps_minister_of_state_declines_-news-57908.php

Nothing Phone (1) receives Nothing OS 1.5.3 update with faster app loading and improved battery life

Nothing's Phone (1) is now in the process of receiving a new software update. It's the first one since the launch of the stable build of Nothing OS 1.5, which brought Android 13 to the Phone (1). The new build, which started rolling out today as a 91MB over-the-air download, is labeled Nothing OS 1.5.3. It brings with it improvements in app loading speeds and better battery life thanks to a new memory management algorithm that reduces app restart times by over 35% and lowers CPU consumption. Nothing OS 1.5.3 is here! Our first software update since the launch of Nothing OS 1.5, powered...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_1_receives_nothing_os_153_update_with_faster_app_loading_and_improved_battery_life-news-57905.php

Google Pixel 8 Pro renders leak, Pixel Fold and Pixel 7a rumored to arrive in June

The Google Pixel 8 Pro has leaked today in CAD-based renders, and it's keeping the same design language as its predecessor, by the looks of it. It's quite early for these renders as the phone should only be released in October, but Google might tease it on May 10 during its I/O developer conference, just as it did last year with the Pixel 7 series. The Pixel 8 Pro has more rounded corners compared to last year's Pixel 7 Pro, with a less boxy overall appearance. The camera island is different too, even if it's still instantly recognizable as belonging to a Pixel. This time around, it...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_8_pro_renders_leak_pixel_fold_and_7a_rumored_to_arrive_in_june-news-57904.php

Apple iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max now available refurbished from its US online store

Back in January, Apple started selling some iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max models in refurbished form in Europe, and today the highest-end of the bunch are finally in stock in the US as well. If you're looking for an iPhone 13 Pro or iPhone 13 Pro Max, you can go refurbished and save not insignificant amounts of cash. The former is available with 256GB of storage for $849, which is $150 less than what it sold for when it was offered new. If you go up to 512GB of storage you need to shell out $1,019, which is $180 less than what you'd pay for it back when it was...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_iphone_13_pro_and_iphone_13_pro_max_now_available_refurbished_on_its_us_online_store-news-57903.php

Google announces new AI features in its productivity apps

Google announced that it's rolling out some AI-assisted features to some of its productivity apps. The rollout isn't worldwide, though, as the company specifies that these features will be made available only to trusted testers in the US, similarly to its chatbot Bard. But the new functionalities will reach all users by the end of this year. These features will be implemented into Google Docs, Gmail, Sheets and Slides. Inside Docs, for example, the interface will bring easy access to the AI so you can discuss, summarize or brainstorm as you write your piece. In Gmail, the AI...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_announces_new_ai_features_in_its_productivity_apps-news-57900.php

Galaxy A54 hands-on surfaces, Galaxy A34 detailed specs shared by Samsung Switzerland

Just a day after they were listed on an Austrian retailer’s page and two days ahead of their official debuts, Samsung’s Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A34 starred in yet another series of leaks. YouTuber Vy Vo Xuan shared a detailed unboxing and hands-on video which goes over the Galaxy A54. The phone comes in a simple box with a double-sided USB-C cable and SIM ejector tool as the only accessories. The video then proceeds to go over the phone’s design and key specs which are just as expected from the myriad of leaks so far. We also get to see the user interface which is One UI 5.1 based on Android...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_a54_handson_surfaces_galaxy_a34_detailed_specs_shared_by_samsung_switzerland-news-57902.php

Realme C33 2023 introduced, but there's little new about it

The latest addition in Realme’s budget lineup is the Realme C33 2023 – a phone virtually identical to last year’s Realme C33 but with 4GB RAM and 64GB base storage. Everything from the design to the specs is identical to last year’s model. There’s a 6.5-inch IPS LCD screen with HD+ resolution and a waterdrop notch for the 5MP selfie cam. The back houses a 50MP main cam alongside a depth sensor while the chipset department is headlined by the Unisoc Tiger T612 SoC. This year’s model starts with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage and you can also choose the 4/126GB trim. Both offer expandable...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_c33_2023_launches_in_india_-news-57891.php

Rumor: Samsung is bringing back the rotating bezel for the Galaxy Watch6 Pro

The rotating bezel was a unique selling point for Samsung watches, but the company chose to skip it with the Galaxy Watch5 series. According to Korean leakster Super Roader, the Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Pro will bring back the rotating bezel, giving an upgrade path to people who held onto their Classics. The Pro alone will offer this feature, the vanilla Watch6 will reportedly stick to a digital bezel. And there’s some good news for those who thought that the Galaxy Watch5 Pro was too big (it only came in a 45.4mm size), the Watch6 Pro will be available in two sizes. Samsung Galaxy...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/rumor_samsung_is_bringing_back_the_rotating_bezel_for_the_galaxy_watch6_pro-news-57884.php

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S emerges in FCC listing

A yet to be released Redmi-series phone from Xiaomi appeared on the FCC database. The Redmi 2303CRA44A from the listing is believed to be the upcoming Redmi Note 12S and we can see it will have an identical design to last year’s Redmi Note 11S with a punch hole display and a four camera array on its back. Redmi Note 12S (2303CRA44A) on FCC The images also reveal it will pack a headphone jack and IR blaster. In addition, the charging specs show a new 67W charger bearing the MDY-14-EU model number compared to the 33W one bundled with the Redmi Note 11S. Redmi Note 12S...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_note_12s_emerges_in_fcc_listing-news-57883.php

Google Pixel 7a leaks in series of new live images

Following up on the leaked Pixel 7a live images shared over the weekend comes a new batch of images of the budget Pixel phone. We can see the Pixel 7a looks quite similar to the vanilla Pixel 7 with a punch hole display, slightly curved glass back and camera visor. The bezels on the phone are substantial and appear thicker than on the Pixel 7 propper. The device from the new images bears the GHL1X model number and we get confirmation it packs 8GB LPDDR5 RAM manufactured by Samsung and 128GB storage module (presumably UFS 3.1) from SK Hynix/Micron. The new images also show out the USB-C...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_7a_leaks_in_series_of_new_live_images_-news-57877.php

Honor Magic5 Pro review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_magic5_pro-review-2543.php

Huawei P60 series and Mate X3 launch event scheduled for March 23

After several rumored specs reports and camera samples, Huawei finally revealed the launch date for its P60 series. The new flagships will launch on March 23 at 2:30 PM Beijing time and will also be joined by the Mate X3 foldable phone as well as several other new products. Huawei March 23 event poster Huawei’s official Weibo post does not divulge any further details though we can expect more teasers to appear in the days leading up to the event. Based on the latest rumors, the Huawei P60 series will consist of at least two devices – a vanilla P60 model and a P60 Pro. Huawei P60...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_p60_series_and_mate_x3_launch_event_scheduled_for_march_23-news-57875.php

iQOO Z7 series will be officially announced on March 20

The iQOO Z7i went official and up for pre-order and the rest of the Z7 series are about to join it. The announcement will take place on March 20 when the vivo brand unveils two more phones - iQOO Z7 and iQOO Z7x. vivo iQOO Z7 official promo posters The duo will have speedy charging and big batteries, iQOO revealed on its Weibo profile. The Z7 variant will features a 5,000mAh juice pack with 120W top-ups, while the Z7x will have a mighty 6,000mAh cell with slightly slower 80W charging. The two phones will have similar design with two cameras on the back. We expect to learn...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iqoo_z7_series_will_be_officially_announced_on_march_20-news-57874.php

iQOO Z7i arrives as the first phone with Dimensity 6020

The iQOO Z7i smartphone debuted today as the first device with an entry-level Dimensity 6020 chipset. Mediatek Dimensity 6020 is built on the 7nm process and aims to power the next generation 5G entry-level smartphones. The platform has an octa-core CPU - two big Cortex-A76 cores at 2.2 GHz and six Cortex-A55 units clocked at 2 GHz, while the GPU is Mali-G57. The new chip supports LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 2.2 storage, and its ISP can support up to 64MP cameras. It can work with FullHD+ displays of up to 120Hz refresh rate. The iQOO Z7i in particular comes with a 6.51” LCD of 720p...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iqoo_z7i_arrives_as_the_first_phone_with_dimensity_6020-news-57873.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 10

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra only conceded the lead for a single week and it's back in its customary top position this time around. The Xiaomi 13 Pro had to settle for second as the Galaxy S23 took third position. Two more Samsung phones follow with the Galaxy A53 in fourth and the Galaxy M14 in fifth. Apple's sole representative on the chart this week is the iPhone 14 Pro Max, which took sixth. Poco X5 Pro is seventh, while upcoming Galaxy A54 makes its first trending chart appearance in eight place. Knowing its predecessors we'll probably keep seeing this one for a while...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_10-news-57872.php

Exclusive: Here's the Doogee R10 rugged tablet with Helio G99

Doogee entered the tablet market last year with the Doogee T10, and now we learn the company will launch its first rugged tablet around May this year, dubbed Doogee R10. Our source tells us the Doogee R10 will be powered by the Helio G99 SoC and pack a 10.36" 2K IPS display. It will run Android 13 out of the box and have 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.2 storage. The tablet will also have a microSD card slot for storage expansion of up to 2TB. The Doogee R10 will sport a 20MP Sony sensor on the rear and a 16MP Samsung unit on the front. It conforms to the High-Res Audio standards...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/doogee_r10_specs_design_launch_date-news-57868.php

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

Finding the best deals is a game of patience – pre-order promos and sales events like Black Friday lean heavily on advertising, but sometimes it’s better to wait things out. This week we found a lot of discounts on current devices that are just coming off the pre-order buzz. Use the links below to skip to your country: The UK Germany India USA UK Samsung is running a “boost” promo deal in the UK for the Galaxy S23 series. When trading in an old phone for the S23 or S23+, you can get a guaranteed £200 in Samsung Credit using the S23BOOST code. If you don’t...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_deals_the_best_smartphone_deals_from_germany_the_uk_india_and_the_us-news-57858.php

Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro review

The Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro debuted in China last year, but it took six months for the company to launch its best smartwatch globally. The wearable made its global debut at MWC 2023 in Barcelona, but we've actually had it for a while before that and now we are ready to share our test findings. Xiaomi set a relatively high price tag for the Watch S1 Pro - it is €299, compared to last year’s €229, but it's not just inflation we are seeing here - the new wearable is actually considerably more powerful and better built. The Watch S1 Pro comes in a single 46mm size and is fairly light,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_watch_s1_pro_review-news-57857.php

Weekly poll results: Honor, Tecno, vivo and TCL phones voted best at MWC 2023

After a week of launches, the MWC 2023 wrapped up and we asked you to pick the best devices in several categories. Here are the winners in last week’s poll. The Honor Magic5 Pro won the title Best Flagship of the MWC with a wide margin. It managed to edge out the Realme GT3 and Xiaomi 13 Pro, which were nearly tied for second place. The vanilla Magic5 wasn’t nearly as popular, but it was well ahead of the vanilla Xiaomi 13. The Tecno Phantom V Fold pulled off a surprising victory for the Best Foldable of the MWC. Its opponent, the Honor Magic Vs, held the lead for a few days before...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_honor_tecno_vivo_and_tcl_phones_voted_best_at_mwc_2023-news-57831.php

Honor says foldables won't replace bar phones as it eyes big growth in Europe

Honor was arguably the star of MWC 2023 in Barcelona, the company unveiling its Magic5 and Magic5 Pro and announcing the global rollout of the Magic Vs. In the aftermath we had a chance to speak to George Zhao, Honor CEO, and discuss the company's plan going forward. George Zhao Discussing the Honor Magic5 Pro and the Honor Magic Vs, Zhao confirmed both will get 3 years of Android upgrades and 5 years of security patches. More excitingly, he said the Magic Vs is coming to global store shelves within the next quarter, finally giving the Galaxy Fold lineup some competition. The...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_ceo_we_can_now_compete_in_europe_still_need_time_to_enter_the_us-news-57792.php

OnePlus 11 to receive 4 major Android updates, 5 years of security patches

OnePlus' president for the Chinese market Li Jie confirmed that the OnePlus 11, Ace 2 and Ace 2V smartphones would receive 4 major Android updates and 5 years of security patches. That means the OnePlus 11 will be eligible for the future Android 17. That puts OnePlus alongside Samsung and Google with the longest support for its flagship models. But keep in mind that the information comes from OnePlus' president of the Chinese arm. So we still need to hear something official from the global OnePlus representatives. As per Li Jie, this would cost the company CNY 100 million or nearly...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_11_to_receive_4_major_android_updates_5_years_of_security_patches-news-57869.php