Nothing Phone (2): what we know so far

Nothing, the company, launched at the end of January 2021 and since then it released one phone and a couple of TWS buds, but now it’s time for its second phone. The company is deliberate with its launches, working on building a reputation of hip, stand-out products because it is trying to enter the very crowded, very competitive smartphone market, a market with a lot of red tape. The Nothing Phone (2) will be officially unveiled on July 11, but the Carl Pei & co. have already confirmed a number of key aspects about the device. There has been no shortage of unofficial leaks as well, here is...

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OnePlus Nord Buds 2r's price leaked ahead of July 5 launch two Nord smartphones teased

OnePlus launched the Nord Buds 2 TWS earphones in India in April for INR2,999 ($37/€33), and on July 5, the company will unveil the 'r' version, called Nord Buds 2r. OnePlus is yet to reveal the Nord Buds 2r's price, but a new rumor claims it will have a box price of INR2,299 ($28/€26) in India, meaning the actual selling price could be less. OnePlus has set up a promo page on its official website, which reveals the Nord Buds 2r's design is similar to the Nord Buds 2. The company also confirmed its color options - Deep Gray and Triple Blue. Amazon.in will reveal more about the Nord...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_nord_buds_2r_india_price_colors-news-58962.php

Samsung Galaxy S24 series to include three models codenames revealed

A media report in January claimed Samsung's Galaxy S24 series, expected to arrive in Q1 2024, would include two instead of three models - Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Ultra. The Galaxy S24+ was said to be dropped by the Korean conglomerate. However, new revelation suggests that won't be the case, and the S24 series, like the S23 lineup, will include vanilla, Plus, and Ultra models. The word comes from SamMobile and GalaxyClub, who claim the Galaxy S24 series is codenamed "Muse" by Samsung, and there are three different codenames for the smartphones - Muse 1, Muse 2, and Muse 3 - suggesting...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s24_series_codenames-news-58961.php

Our Realme 11 Pro vs 11 Pro video comparison is out now

Whenever we review a phone, we conclude by comparing it to its rivals, which are always similar in price. In the case of the Realme 11 Pro, one of its closest rivals was the Realme 11 Pro+, which at the time of publication is only INR 4,000 (€45, converted) more expensive. The two are close in specs - the same display, battery, and chipset - but the Pro+ does offer a tangible advantage with faster charging, and a better all-round camera system. But all of that's on paper. We pit the two in a video comparison to visualize how they differ and if the savings from the Pro+ to the Pro are...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/our_realme_11_pro_vs_11_pro_video_comparison_is_out_now_-news-58950.php

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 price leaks

Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip5 has been leaking like crazy lately, ahead of its official unveiling, which is planned for the last week of July at a special event in Korea. Today we get an essential piece of the puzzle: the price. This information comes from Greece, and if the number pans out, it represents a significant jump compared to what the Flip4 launched at last year. The new model is allegedly going to be priced at €1,299 with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. Galaxy Z Flip4 (left) vs. Galaxy Z Flip5 (right) For comparison's sake, let us remember that the Galaxy Z Flip4's 8/128GB...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_flip5_price_leaks-news-58959.php

OnePlus 12 details surface to feature new main camera sensor better telephoto

We are likely far from seeing the OnePlus 12 out in the wild as previous rumors indicated that the company is focusing on a proper upgrade rather than a half-baked one for the second half of this year. And according to a report by Yogesh Brar, the device will indeed launch in early Q1 next year, following a Chinese release in December 2023. In any case, the report promises several key improvements. Perhaps the most notable upgrade concerns the camera department. The main sensor will be replaced with a new one and we hope to see a 1-inch imager like the Oppo Find X6 Pro. The leak also...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_12_details_surface_to_feature_new_main_camera_sensor_better_telephoto-news-58954.php

Apple is reportedly preparing to launch Apple Pay in India

Apple has been looking to launch its payment feature called Apple Pay in India for some time now but it hasn't successfully negotiated the terms with local authorities. Well, according to people familiar with the matter, the company is again in talks with the local regulatory bodies, specifically, the NPCI - a special division of India's central bank Reserve Bank of India. Currently, all payment methods in the country work atop of the UPI, which is a popular payment method in South Asian markets. Walmart's PhonePe, Google's GPay and Paytm are all compliant with UPI and work in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_is_reportedly_preparing_to_launch_apple_pay_in_india-news-58953.php

OnePlus Nord Buds 2R set to launch on July 5

OnePlus is gearing up to launch an even more affordable entry-level version of the Nord Buds 2 dubbed Nord Buds 2R on July 5. The earbuds already have their landing page on Amazon India and will bring the same basic design as the Nord Buds 2 but presumably without active noise cancelation to keep their price down. OnePlus Nord Buds 2R launch poster Buds 2R will be available in blue and black colors and may launch with an INR 2,000 price tag based on rumors. OnePlus will reveal more teasers in the coming days which should clear up the specs department. We’re also expecting a launch...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_nord_buds_2r_set_to_launch_on_july_5-news-58952.php

FTC: Microsoft-Activision Blizzard deal should remain blocked for now

Microsoft finds itself in yet another legal hurdle as the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has appealed for an injunction to temporarily block its $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard. The FTC appealed the decision to block the proposed Microsoft-Activision merger in federal court citing potential harm to competition in the console, cloud gaming and gaming subscription sectors. The FTC’s in-house court needs more time to assess the situation and rule whether the merger would be detrimental to consumers. This is not the first instance of regulators being hesitant to give...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/ftc_microsoftactivision_blizzard_deal_should_remain_blocked_for_now-news-58951.php

Asus Zenfone 10's specs surface with more renders confirm 3.5mm headphone jack

Renders of the Asus Zenfone 10 that leaked last week revealed its design and color options. Now a new set of Zenfone 10's images have surfaced, corroborating the previous week's leak and confirming the presence of a 3.5mm headphone jack - a feature uncommon on flagships these days. Asus hasn't detailed the Zenfone 10's specs sheet, but it has confirmed that the smartphone will come with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, a 5.9" screen, wireless charging, and a second-gen six-axis gimbal stabilization. Asus Zenfone 10 The source claims the Asus Zenfone 10 will pack a 5.9" AMOLED panel...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/asus_zenfone_10_features_renders-news-58949.php

vivo Y36 makes it to India

vivo's new Y36 initially appeared in Indonesia last month, and today it has finally landed in India as well. We're talking about the 4G version, powered by the Snapdragon 680 SoC. It's now available from vivo's own Indian e-store, as well as Flipkart and offline retail stores. The price is INR 16,999, and there's just one model, with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, which you can have in Vibrant Gold and Meteor Black colorways. vivo Y36 in Meteor Black The vivo Y36 has a 6.64-inch 1080x2388 LCD touchscreen with 90 Hz refresh rate and 650-nit peak brightness, microSD card...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_y36_makes_it_to_india-news-58947.php

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 will be able to run Google Maps on its cover display

The most important upgrade on the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 over the Z Flip4 is the larger cover display – moving up from the tiny 1.9” (512 x 260px) to 3.4” (720 x 748px) will enable Samsung to run apps on the cover display, not just basic widgets. The company has allegedly worked with Google to include apps like Google Maps. Right now it’s not clear how much of Maps’ functionality will be available with the phone closed – it could be the whole app (like on the Moto Razr40 Ultra) or it could be a trimmed down version. Cover display size comparison: Galaxy Z Flip4 • Z...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_samsung_galaxy_z_flip5_will_be_able_to_run_google_maps_on_its_cover_display-news-58943.php

Qualcomm expands S3 Gen 2 sound platform with ultra-low 20 ms latency

Qualcomm announced it is expanding the S3 Gen 2 Sound with optimized latency that goes below 20 ms for “lag-free gaming audio.” Manufacturers can also utilize the platform to add Auracast broadcast audio functionality to dongles and adapters with source devices such as phones, laptops, and TVs. The enhanced solution is optimized for gaming, revealed the official press release. It is a combination of Snapdragon Sound and LE Audio. It delivers “ultra-low latency of 20 less than 20 ms”, and it can get even further reduced with the source device delivering game audio only. Music listeners...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomm_expands_s3_gen_2_sound_platform_with_ultralow_20_ms_latency-news-58941.php

Apple releases iOS 17 Beta 2

Apple is now seeding its iOS 17 Beta 2 release to developers and beta testers following the Beta 1 release from earlier this month. The new changes include a redesigned update screen with more information for the beta software as well as several of the key features from the WWDC announcement. There’s the new tap to AirDrop feature which allows users to touch their devices to initiate file transfers. The Location Settings page within System Setting now includes a new MicroLocation option which if enabled should provide even more detailed location data for apps and location sharing....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_releases_ios_17_beta_2-news-58939.php

Amazfit Cheetah and Cheetah Pro announced for runners with classic crown and dual-band GPS

Amazfit has announced the new Cheetah series under its Performance lineup. It's aimed at runners, and the first smartwatches Amazfit launched as a part of the Cheetah series are called Cheetah and Cheetah Pro. Amazfit Cheetah Pro Let's talk about the Amazfit Cheetah Pro first. It's advertised as "a premium watch for elite runners who want to optimize their performance" and packs a 1.45" Always-On AMOLED display of 480x480-pixel resolution. It's protected by Gorilla Glass 3 and has a 1,000 nits peak brightness to ensure the on-screen information is readable under bright sunlight. The...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/amazfit_cheetah_round_cheetah_pro_specs_price_sale_date-news-58938.php

Samsung brings Galaxy S23 Ultra in Red in Sky Blue to offline stores in India

Samsung launched the Galaxy S23 Ultra in Black, Green, Lavender and Cream colors on all markets. Some countries also got versions in Graphite, Lime, Sky Blue and Red but they were exclusively sold on Samsung’s online store. The company announced the Red and Blue options are now also available at physical Samsung Experience stores in India, as well as other retailers. Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Samsung India is offering the Galaxy S23 Ultra in Red and Blue only with 12 GB RAM and 256 GB storage. The price is INR124,999, which is equivalent to $1,525/€1,390. For comparison, the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_brings_galaxy_s23_ultra_in_red_in_sky_blue_to_offline_stores_in_india-news-58937.php

nubia could launch Red Magic 8S Pro and gaming tablet on July 5

The nubia Red Magic 8S Pro appeared recently, confirming it will sport the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-type chipset with overclocked CPU. Multiple reports from China surfaced today, stating the new phone will arrive on July 5, alongside a gaming-oriented tablet, a first for the Red Magic series. Red Magic 8S Pro AnTuTu benchmark run This isn’t the first time we have heard about an Android tablet from the ZTE-owned nubia brand, but now we have a date in two weeks to which we can look forward. There is barely any info about the slate. At the same time, the phone is expected to be the same...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nubia_could_launch_red_magic_8s_pro_and_gaming_tablet_on_july_5-news-58923.php

Bloomberg: Google is looking to move Pixel phone production to India

According to a new report from Bloomberg News, Google is actively looking to move some of its Pixel smartphone production to India. According to people familiar with the matter, Google is in talks with Foxconn’s India branch – Bharat FIH, Dixon Technologies and Lava International as potential partners for Pixel phone production in India. India is quickly shaping up as a viable alternative to China for smartphone production after the negative impact of COVID and strict restriction policies. Apple has shifted some of its iPhone production to India in recent years and has been assembling...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/bloomberg_google_is_looking_to_outsource_pixel_phone_production_to_india-news-58922.php

Redmi K60 Ultra certified with 120W charging

Following the release of the Redmi K60 and Redmi K60 Pro from earlier this year comes another certification for the upcoming Redmi K60 Ultra which is expected to launch in China in the near future. Redmi K60 Ultra certification on 3C database Redmi K60 Ultra was spotted bearing the 23078RKD5C model number in a new listing over at the 3C database and it is certified with up to 120W charging support via the Xiaomi MDY-14-ED charger which was also featured on the Redmi K60 Pro. Redmi K60 Ultra / Xiaomi 13T Pro schematics Redmi K60 Ultra is rumored to launch as the Xiaomi 13T...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_k60_ultra_certified_with_120w_charging-news-58921.php

vivo iQOO 11S to come with 200W charging certification documents reveal

The iQOO 11 series is getting an S member soon. The Dimensity 9300 chipset will set the 11S apart from the 11 Pro and the latest listing at 3C confirms charging will remain unchanged. The vivo iQOO 11S was certified with 200W charging, matching as the current flagship of the brand. vivo iQOO 11S The new phone with model number V2304A will ship with the vivo V200100A0L0-CN charger that provides 20V/10A max output and ships with the iQOO 11 Pro in the box. It is also USB-PD compliant, meaning a Power Delivery devices will also get speedy chargin although likely not at the full 200W ...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_iqoo_11s_certified_with_200w-news-58920.php

Apple Self Service Repair program now includes iPhone 14 series and M2 MacBooks

The Apple Self Service repair program is expanding to cover even more devices including the iPhone 14 series, the 13-inch M2 MacBook Air and the 14” and 16” M2 MacBook Pro. In addition, Apple is bringing support for True Depth camera and speaker repairs on the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 lineups as well as Mac desktops with the Apple M1 chip in the U.S., Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, Sweden, and the U.K. Users of the aforementioned devices can now order genuine Apple parts, tools and repair manuals to fix their phone, laptop or desktop. In addition to the expanded lineup...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_self_service_repair_program_now_includes_iphone_14_series_and_m2_macbooks-news-58919.php

vivo X90s appears in a new color ahead of June 26 launch

vivo will launch the X90s on June 26 in China, and we know what it looks like since the company shared a picture revealing the vivo X90s in white color last week. Now vivo has updated the promo page for the X90s on its official website, showing the smartphone in a new color. Although it's unclear if these will be the only color options for the vivo X90s or if the phone will come in more shades. vivo hasn't detailed the X90s' specs sheet, but rumors claim it's the X90 powered by the Dimensity 9200+ SoC instead of the Dimensity 9200. If true, the vivo X90s will come with a 6.78" 120Hz...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x90s_green_color-news-58918.php

Honor 90 Lite arrives with Dimensity 6020 100MP camera

The Honor 90 series made its debut in China at the end of May and the pair is preparing to go global on July 6. But before that could happen a third model made a surprise appearance – meet the Honor 90 Lite. This phone is powered by the Dimensity 6020 chipset that is paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB storage. That’s double the memory of the Honor 70 Lite (the 80 series never got a “Lite” model, though there was an “SE”). If you wish, you can add 5GB of virtual RAM for a total of 13GB. Honor 90 Lite Another major upgrade is the display – it grew to 6.7” and now has...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_90_lite_launched_with_dimensity_6020_and_a_100mp_main_camera-news-58908.php

Realme Narzo 60 series teasers emerge

Realme is gearing up to launch its Narzo 60 series phones soon and the first set of teasers are already live. Realme is going for a space-theme launch with the Narzo 60 series with a “Mission Narzo” tagline. The first teasers suggest a focus on affordable storage with the option of having over 250,000 photos on the phone which would mean 1TB of storage. The total storage figure is likely reached via microSD card expansion. Narzo 60 5G was recently spotted on Geekbench with the Dimensity 6020 chipset, 8GB RAM and Android 13. Realme will reveal more details on the Narzo 60 series...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_narzo_60_series_teasers_emerge_-news-58906.php

Don't expect third-party faces for the Apple Watch

Cupertino VPs Kevin Lynch and Deidre Caldbeck confirmed that third-party watch faces for the Apple Watch aren't something Apple is considering. The pair joined Swiss media TagesAngzeiger for an interview. Because the watch face is effectively the homescreen of the watch, Apple would rather it be first-party. The pair illustrated that Apple wouldn't otherwise be able to ensure the third-party watch face would continue to function properly after a software update. The two also shared that the decision to change the single press on the Digital Crown from the app switcher to the Control...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/dont_expect_thirdparty_faces_for_the_apple_watch-news-58905.php

Asus Zenfone 10 certified by Wi-Fi Alliance

The Asus Zenfone 10 has passed through the Wi-Fi Alliance - a routine check before being cleared for sales. The certification reveals the version of the software - Android 13 - and the supported bands - 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz. To recap what we know of the Asus Zenfone 10 - it will launch on June 29 - it has a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and up to 16GB of RAM, and it will bring wireless charging. Otherwise, the phone looks similar to its predecessor but comes in Red and Green, as well as the Blue, Black, and White or the 9. The display has the same 5.9-inch diagonal but may be bumped in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/asus_zenfone_10_clears_the_wifi_alliance-news-58903.php

Red Magic 8S Pro leak confirms Snapdragon 8 Gen 2

Following the Red Magic 8 Pro which launched back in December of 2022, comes our first bit of news on its successor – the Red Magic 8S Pro which is rumored to be one of the first devices to launch with Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 chipset. Red Magic 8S Pro AnTuTu benchmark run Reliable tipster Digital Chat Station shared a live look at the Red Magic 8S Pro running AnTuTu and we can see it managed a chart-topping 1,704,113 combined score thanks to the overclocked chipset. The device (nubia NX729S_V1A) scored 436,089 points on the CPU test and 642,666 points on the GPU...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/red_magic_8s_pro_antutu_listing_emerges_confirms_snapdragon_8_gen_2-news-58904.php

iQOO Neo 7 Pro's color options revealed

Last week, iQOO revealed the design of the iQOO Neo 7 Pro launching on July 4, and confirmed it would come in an orange color with a faux leather back. The company today revealed this color version will be called Fearless Flame, and it will be joined by another color model called Dark Storm, which won't feature the faux leather back. iQOO is yet to detail the Neo 7 Pro's specs sheet, but it has confirmed that the smartphone will be powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and support 120W charging, advertised to fill the phone's battery up to 50% in eight minutes. The Neo 7 Pro will...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iqoo_neo_7_pro_colors-news-58902.php

Kuo: Apple iPhone 15 will get upgraded UWB chip to boost Vision Pro user experience

Ming-Chi Kuo delivered his latest investor note with some interesting predictions on the upcoming iPhones. The iPhone 15 lineup will feature a new, upgraded ultra-wideband chip that will improve the integration with the Vision Pro headset. Apple has used the same U1 UWB chip since the iPhone 11. Per Kuo, the U2 will make the move from 16nm (on the U1) to 7nm, improving performance and power consumption. Apple's U1 chip is also in the Watch Series 6 and newer, the HomePod mini, the second-gen HomePod, the new AirPods Pro's case, and in the AirTags. The U1 allows for Find My features,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/kuo_apple_iphone_15_will_get_upgraded_uwb_chip_to_boost_vision_pro_ecosystem-news-58897.php

Samsung expands its self-repair program to Europe

After launching the Galaxy self-repair program in the US last year and expanding it to South Korea last month, Samsung has now brought the program to Europe – by the end of June it will be available in Belgium, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom. Right now the program covers the three previous generations of S-series flagships, the Galaxy S20, S21 and S23, with replacement screens, back panels and charging connectors being available. Note that the screen replacement kit also includes a new battery. You can pick up a set of tools that is required...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_expands_its_selfrepair_program_to_europe-news-58895.php

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series promo images emerge

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series is rumored to launch alongside the Galaxy Z Fold5 and Z Flip5 in the final week of July and we now have official-looking promo images that confirm their design. Galaxy Tab S9 series poster The new teasers show all three Galaxy Tab S9 series members with the Tab S9, Tab S9+ and Tab S9 Ultra. The marketing materials seem to imply water resistant rating. Based on previous rumors the Tab S9 series will be IP67 water and dust resistant which would be a major addition for the Tab S-series. The second promo image shows the Tab S9 next to the Galaxy Watch 5...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s9_series_promos_images_emerge-news-58894.php

vivo sets X90s announcement for June 26

vivo will take the wraps off the vivo X90s on June 26 at a special event in China. The news was made official on vivo's Weibo channel alongside a collection of street photos captured with the phone. vivo gave the X90s to Mangum photographer Alex Webb, who has a vibrant and colorful style, which works nicely to showcase what the vivo X90s can do. vivo X90s official camera samples The vivo X90s will use the new Dimensity 9200+ chipset but is otherwise expected to be identical or near so, as the Dimensity 9200-powered X90. That means the X90s will have a 6.78-inch...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_sets_x90s_unveil_for_june_26_in_china-news-58893.php

HTC U23 Pro is up on pre-order in Europe gets disassembled on video

HTC may be past its heyday, but the company still releases new smartphone models occasionally. The most recent one is the HTC U23 Pro with a Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, 108MP main camera and 6.7” 120Hz OLED display. If you’re curious about how easy this phone is to disassemble in case you need to swap out a component, this PBKreview video answers just this question. The phone’s plastic back comes off easily enough and from then on it’s plain Phillips head screws. The good news is that most things are kept on separate sub-assemblies, e.g. the USB-C charging port is not soldered to the daughter...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/htc_u23_pro_is_up_on_preorder_in_europe_gets_disassembled_on_video-news-58892.php

Google Pixel 8 duo's display specs leak

Following last week’s detailed Google Pixel 8 series camera specs leak comes a new report on the upcoming devices’ screen specs. Based on information from an inside source at Google, Android Authority shares our most detailed look at the Pixel 8 duo’s new display panels. Google Pixel 8 series display specs Pixel 8 will bring a flat 6.17-inch OLED display with 1080 x 2400px resolution and a 120H refresh rate. The display panel will reportedly measure 64 x 143mm and will have a higher corner curvature at 102px compared to the 47px on its predecessor. In addition, we get confirmation...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_8_series_display_specs_leak-news-58891.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 24

In what is our most repeated line this year, the Samsung Galaxy A54 sits on top of our trending chart this week. Behind it the Galaxy S23 Ultra regained its second position, while the Redmi Note 12 Pro completes the podium. The Redmi Note 12 took fourth as the Realme 11 Pro+ slid to fifth. The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is back on the chart and took the sixth spot ahead of the Galaxy A34 and Realme 11 Pro. Poco F5 has lost a spot and is now ninth, while the Galaxy A14 sits at the foot of the table. The Tecno Spark 10 Pro and the Galaxy F54 lost out this time, making room for the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_24-news-58890.php

Week 24 in review: Galaxy S23 FE is coming in Q3 Nothing Phone (2) set for July 11

Week 24 is done, so let's recap it. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE was reported to arrive earlier than Q4. The fan edition S23 will likely drop between July and September in select markets and have a broader release in Q4 and Q1 of 2024. The OnePlus Nord 3 was revealed in official-looking press renders. Being a rebadged Ace 2V, it will have a 6.74-inch 120Hz display, a 64MP main camera, 8MP ultrawide, 16MP selfie, and a 5,000mAh battery with 80W charging. It will use a Dimensity 9000 SoC with up to 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage. The Nord 3 is coming to Europe and rumor has it the 8/128GB...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/week_24_in_review_galaxy_s23_fe_is_coming_in_q3_nothing_phone_2_set_for_july_11-news-58882.php

Weekly deals: the best smartphone deals from the US Canada the UK and India

Discounts and deals are keeping the Pixel 7 relevant after the 7a launched, meanwhile the Galaxy A54 is getting some solid deals of its own. Now might be a good time to pick up some earbuds too (unless you’re waiting for Sony to drop the WF-1000XM5). USA Canada The UK India USA The Google Pixel 7 is under threat of becoming obsolete after the launch of the 7a, but good offers keep it in the game – while not a straight discount, Amazon sells the phone at $600 with a $100 gift card, effectively bringing the price down to $500. ...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_deals_the_best_smartphone_deals_from_the_us_canada_the_uk_and_india-news-58884.php

Weekly poll: are port-less phones the future?

The iPhone 7 and 7 Plus arrived in late 2016 with a major omission – the 3.5mm headphone jack was gone. Competitors pocked fun at Apple in ads but followed suit soon after. These days the only flagships to still offer a headphone jack are Sony, Asus and Red Magic. The jack is more common in the mid-range, but there are still many phones in that segment without one that sell millions of units. So our question for today is this – you already bought a phone without a headphone jack, will you buy one with no wired port at all? There have been a few prototype devices that abolished the use...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_are_portless_phones_the_future-news-58874.php

Weekly poll results: Realme 11 Pro has potential the 11 Pro doesn't deserve its name

How can you call a phone “pro” when it doesn’t even have basics like an ultra wide camera? Voters in last week’s poll were not impressed by what the Realme 11 Pro has to offer and believe there are much better mid-rangers on the market right now – not the least of which is its own sibling, the Pro+. What went wrong? Well, the 11 Pro lacks an UW camera, but that’s not all. There were the usual complains about the lack of a microSD slot and a 3.5mm headphone jack (at least there are stereo speakers on board). That Dimensity 7050 also had a tough time concealing that it’s a 1080 underneath, a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_realme_11_pro_has_potential_the_11_pro_doesnt_deserve_its_name-news-58872.php