Google Pixel Watch 2's key specs leak, could launch in India

The Google Pixel Watch launched last October came with the Exynos 9110 SoC at the helm. However, a few months ago, we heard the Pixel Watch 2 would ditch Exynos for the Snapdragon W5 Series chip. It was unclear whether that would be the W5 or W5+ Gen 1 SoC. But if Android Authority is believed, the second-gen Pixel Watch will be powered by the Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 platform. The new chip should bring efficiency improvements to the Google Pixel Watch 2, which, paired with a tad larger battery (306 mAh vs. 294 mAh), should result in better battery life than the first-gen Pixel Watch. The...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_watch_2_key_specs_surface-news-59446.php

Apple Watch Series 9 to be 'basically unchanged' from the previous model

The Apple Watch Series 9, expected to go official next month, will be "basically unchanged" compared to its predecessor Watch Series 8, claimed Weibo user Instant Digital, corroborating previous reports of the Watch Series 9 being a minor upgrade over the Series 8. The Watch Series 9 will be the Watch Series 8 with a different chip at the helm, bringing performance and efficiency improvements to the smartwatch. A few months ago, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman claimed the Watch Series 9 would be powered by a new chip based on Apple's A15 SoC first used in the iPhone 13 models. In addition...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_watch_series_9_new_color_minor_upgrade_compact_retail_box-news-59445.php

Xiaomi moves 300,000 Redmi 12 series smartphones in the first sale in India

Xiaomi held an event in New Delhi, India on August 1 for the global debut of the Redmi 12 5G, where it also announced the Redmi 12 4G for the Indian market. Both smartphones went on their first sale in India yesterday and helped the Chinese brand achieve a milestone of INR 3 billion ($36 million/€32 million) in sales. Xiaomi also said it sold 300,000 units of the Redmi 12 series smartphones in its first sale yesterday but didn't reveal how many were 4G and 5G models. The Redmi 12 4G starts at INR9,999 ($120/€110), while the Redmi 12 5G's base model costs INR11,999 ($145/€130). Thank you...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_12_4g_redmi_12_5g_300000_units_first_sale_india-news-59444.php

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_flip5-review-2597.php

Poco M6 Pro arrives with Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC, 50MP camera, and 90Hz screen

As promised, Poco unveiled the Poco M6 Pro today, which is powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC and comes in two memory configurations - 4GB/64GB and 6GB/128GB. It also has a microSD card slot for storage expansion up to 1TB and runs Android 13-based MIUI 14 out of the box. Poco has promised two major Android version upgrades and three years of security updates without mentioning the latter's frequency. The Poco M6 Pro is built around a 6.79" 90Hz FullHD+ LCD with 550 nits peak brightness and 240Hz touch sampling rate. Gorilla Glass protects the display, but Poco doesn't specify which one...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_poco_m6_pro_5g_features_price_sale_date-news-59443.php

Motorola Moto G54 leaked specs and renders reveal minor changes

The Moto G54 smartphone by Motorola leaked today in a 360-degree video, revealing four colors - Ballad Blue, Ambrosia, Coronet Blue and Outer Space. The source also shared some specs, including battery capacity and display details. The new G50-series device will be a light update over the Moto G53, which left something to be desired when we reviewed it. According to the source, these are all the color options. The quirky names are the actual titles of Pantone colors, meaning Motorola is once again partnering with the color company to use the labels of its paint jobs. Reportedly,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_g54_leaked_specs_and_renders_reveal_minor_changes-news-59436.php

Apple tipped to announce iPhone 15 series on September 13

According to a new report from 9to5Mac, Apple will announce its iPhone 15 series on September 13. The date which falls on Wednesday would be six days later than last year’s iPhone 14 series announcement. The new report cites multiple sources familiar with the matter which claim US mobile carriers have asked employees no to take days off on September 13 due to a “major smartphone announcement”. This could of course be a non-Apple related launch but the timing makes it sound genuine. Image source: Apple Hub The iPhone 15 rumors have been going off lately suggesting slimmer bezels and...

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Tecno Pova 5 and Pova 5 Pro's India launch date announced

Tecno unveiled the Pova 5 in June and introduced the Pro version earlier this week. Today, the company announced both models would be launched in India on August 11, which is also when Tecno's 3-day World of TECNOlogy event will begin. Powerhouse of Innovation awaits! 🚀 Join us at World of TECNOlogy for a grand showcase of groundbreaking products and unveiling of the highly anticipated #POVA5Series ! Get ready to be amazed from 11th Aug'23 to 13th Aug'23! 💥 #TECNOSmartphones #WorldofTECNOlogy pic.twitter.com/UnBOC4CxI8— TECNO Mobile India (@TecnoMobileInd) August 4, 2023 Tecno's World...

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OnePlus Ace 2 Pro 150W charging confirmed in leaked promo leaflet

OnePlus is launching Ace 2 Pro with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 any moment now - we already saw one leaked render of the phone. Today, a new promo image surfaced, revealing one more color that could be Cyan. The promo leaflet also revealed the phone would support 150W fast charging, a feature we last saw in the Ace Pro (better known as OnePlus 10T). The phone will come with 24 GB RAM and 1 TB storage, as well as a new multi-layer solution for VC cooling that is 9,140 sq.mm in total. OnePlus Ace 2 Pro fan-made renders OnePlus is launching a magnetic charger on August 9, and while...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_ace_2_pro_150w_charging_confirmed_in_leaked_promo_leaflet-news-59430.php

Apple Q2 revenues shrink, but services now boast over 1 billion subscriptions

Apple reported $81.8 billion in quarterly revenues for the April, May and June months which is a 1.4% dip compared to the same period last year. The Q2 months traditionally see plummeting sales figures as consumers await the next generation of iPhones set to release in the Fall period. Net income stood at $19.88 billion while earnings per diluted share rose to $1.26. Cupertino saw an impressive $21.2 billion in revenue from its Services sector which includes the App Store and all subscription-based services with over 1 billion paid subscriptions for the period. On the other end,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_q2_revenues_shrink_while_services_now_boast_over_1_billion_subscriptions_-news-59429.php

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 4G becomes the first phone to get August 2023 security update

Samsung has released the August 2023 Android security update for the Galaxy S20 FE's 4G variant (SM-G780G), making it the first Android device to get the August 2023 security patch. The update comes with firmware version G780GXXS6EWG9 and is rolling in Bolivia, Brazil, Guatemala, Paraguay, and Trinidad and Tobago. Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G If you live in any of these regions and are yet to receive the update on your Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 4G, you can check for it manually by heading to your phone's Settings > Software update menu. Via

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Canalys: Oppo leads booming foldable market in China during Q1

Oppo’s foldable shipments appear to be doing more than well in its home market of China as a new Canalys report confirms Oppo was the foldable market leader for the Q1 period. Oppo held a 31% market share in the Chinese foldable smartphone segment for the January-March 2023 period. The jump in market share is remarkable as Oppo controlled just 12% of the foldable market in China a year ago. Oppo controlled 31% of all foldable shipments in China during Q1 2023 The Find N2 Flip was the key seller managing an impressive 15% share of the China market on its own in Q1 2023. The flip...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/canalys_oppo_leads_booming_foldable_market_in_china_during_q1-news-59425.php

Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 images and packaging details leak

The Mix Fold 3 from Xiaomi is confirmed to debut later this month and we now have a look at the device’s cover screen and retail packaging thanks to a new leak making rounds on Chinese social media platform Weibo. Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 cover screen The cover screen will feature a slight curvature on the right-hand side as well as a centered punch-hole cutout for its front-facing camera. Based on previous reports, Mix Fold 3 will benefit from Xiaomi’s new Smart Factory which features new manufacturing systems specifically designed for the upcoming foldable. Xiaomi Mix Fold 3...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mix_fold_3_cover_screen_render_and_packaging_leak-news-59419.php

DJI launches Osmo Action 4 camera with larger sensor and better stabilization

Less than a year after the DJI Osmo Action 3 was unveiled comes version 4. This action camera promises improved performance in low light, better stabilization options and more durability. The DJI Osmo Action 4 arrives with a significantly larger sensor – 1/1.3”, up from 1/1.7” on version 3. This increases the pixel size from 1.6µm to 2.4µm. The lens is the same as before, 155° FoV and an f/2.8 aperture. Like its predecessor, the Action 4 can record 4K video at 120fps and up to 130Mbps. To get the best quality out of it, you can shoot in 10-bit D-Log M format. The camera supports...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/dji_launches_osmo_action_4_camera_with_larger_sensor_and_better_stabilization-news-59417.php

Xiaomi confirms the Redmi K60 Ultra is coming with a Dimensity 9200+

A couple of days ago we saw a Geekbench result from what should be the Xiaomi Redmi K60 Ultra – this revealed that the phone will be powered by the Dimensity 9200+. Now Xiaomi has given official confirmation of that, along with sharing an AnTuTu score from it and a few more details. The K60 Ultra – which is expected to go global under the name Xiaomi 13T Pro, by the way – will indeed use the 9200+ chip from MediaTek. And in internal testing it has achieved 1,774,714 points on AnTuTu. The Redmi K60 Ultra is powered by the Dimensity 9200+ This will make it competitive with the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_confirms_that_the_redmi_k60_ultra_is_coming_with_a_dimensity_9200-news-59416.php

Xiaomi 13T Pro tipped to launch on September 1

Xiaomi is gearing up to launch its Redmi K60 Ultra in China later this month and as just like last year, rumors suggest the top dog Redmi K-series phone will make its way to international market as the Xiaomi 13T Pro. A new report from 4gnews suggests the Xiaomi 13T series will launch on September 1 in Europe with the 13T and 13T Pro. Redmi K60 Ultra/Xiaomi 13T leaked schematic Based on previous rumors, Xiaomi 13T/Redmi K60 Ultra will debut with a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. The device is expected to launch with MediaTek’s Dimensity...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_13t_pro_tipped_to_launch_on_september_1-news-59415.php

Oppo moves away from green in latest logo color redesign

Oppo silently decided to ditch its iconic green logo color and will start using black accents from now on. Online users in China noticed the changes in profile images on Weibo and eventually, the company decided to reply to one fan that green remains an important brand component, which will be used in “interactive visual designs to enrich every scene where the brand meets the users”. Oppo China homepage: Before & After The half-hearted statement also read that in the future, the logo will gradually reduce the use of color and will appear in a monochrome form, meaning it is not...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_moves_away_from_green_in_latest_logo_color_redesign-news-59414.php

Apple AirTag 2 likely to enter mass production in Q4 2024

Apple unveiled the AirTag in April 2021 for $29, which will likely get a successor in late 2024 or early 2025 if analyst Ming-Chi Kuo's prediction turns correct. Kuo predicts the AirTag 2 (tentative name) will likely enter mass production in Q4 2024 (Oct-Dec 2024) and believes the second-gen AirTag will have better integration with Apple's Vision Pro as a part of a spatial computing ecosystem. Details are scarce about the AirTag 2, but since the first-gen AirTag came with the U1 chip, we could see the AirTag 2 come with the U2 chip, among other upgrades over its predecessor. More...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_airtag_2_mass_production_q4_2024_tipped-news-59413.php

Samsung already producing OLEDs for the iPhone 15 family, BOE is behind schedule

The Elec reports that Apple gave the green light to Samsung to start manufacture the OLED panels for all four upcoming iPhone 15 models. However, the Production Validation Testing (PVT) stage hasn't started for the other two OLED suppliers - LG and BOE. Insiders reveal that BOE is behind schedule as it has issues with yield. Most of the panels coming out of BOE's factories have light bleed around the cutout for the so-called Dynamic Island. If those aren't properly addressed, Samsung may end up the only OLED supplier for the time being. Some even believe that BOE will be left out of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_starts_producing_oleds_for_the_iphone_15_family_boe_is_behind_schedule-news-59404.php

OnePlus Ace 2 Pro shines on AnTuTu with 24 GB RAM, 1 TB storage

OnePlus is launching Ace 2 Pro soon, and the phone will come with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. The device was recently benchmarked on AnTuTu and the listing reveals more spicy details - it will have a variant with a staggering 24 GB RAM and 1 TB storage. It will also come with Android 13, which is less of a surprise, likely with ColorOS 13 on top, since it will be initially launched in China. OnePlus would use LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage, which are the fastest standards currently on the market. The screen will support 120 Hz refresh rate, as stated by the UX section. The...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_ace_2_pro_shines_on_antutu_with_24_gb_ram_1_tb_storage-news-59402.php

The Poco M6 Pro is launching in India this Saturday

From the initial teaser we know that the Poco M series will be returning to 5G land, now the company has given us a bit more detail – the Poco M6 Pro will be launched on August 5 (this Saturday). This tidbit also comes with a better view of the back of the device. We already saw the important bit on here, the flat camera island with two lenses (there is no additional detail on those). Xiaomi introduced the Redmi 12 5G just yesterday, a phone that gains its 5G connectivity through a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset. This particular model has a similar camera layout, though without the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_poco_m6_pro_is_launching_in_india_this_saturday-news-59400.php

Lava Yuva 2 announced with 90Hz LCD and 5,000 mAh battery

Lava Mobiles introduced its latest Yuva phone today with the Yuva 2. The device comes with entry-level specs and an INR 6,999 ($85) introductory price and is available from Lava’s retail network starting today. Lava Yuva 2 is built around a 6.5-inch LCD with HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The panel sports a waterdrop notch cutout on the top for the 5MP front-facing camera. The back is made from glass and houses a 13MP main cam alongside an auxiliary VGA module. Lava Yuva 2 in Blue, Green and Lavender Yuva 2 is equipped with an Unisoc T606 chipset paired with 3GB...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/lava_yuva_2_announced_with_90hz_lcd_and_5000_mah_battery-news-59401.php

Redmi is holding a launch event tomorrow alongside MediaTek and Pixelworks

Redmi is holding a launch event tomorrow at 2PM Beijing time (6AM UTC) where we’ll likely get more information on the upcoming Redmi K60 Ultra including its launch date. MediaTek and Pixelworks are also confirmed to be part of tomorrow’s event which would indicate that the K60 Ultra will feature a Dimensity 9200+ chipset as seen in a recent Geekbench listing. The device will also likely come with a Pixelworks display chip for improved visuals. Redmi posted for tomorrow's event Redmi K60 Ultra is rumored to launch with a 6.67-inch OLED display with 1.5K resolution and a 144Hz...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_is_holding_a_launch_event_tomorrow_alongside_mediatek_and_pixelworks-news-59399.php

Oppo Find N3 certification confirms 100W charging support

The Oppo Find N3 is inching closer to a launch, and it was just certified at 3C. The listing revealed the phone with model number PHN110 will come with 100W charging support, faster than any other foldable out there. The phone will be shipped with SuperVOOC VCB7CACH charger with dual USB-A/USB-C plugs. According to sources, the adapter will support 100W for eligible devices, but each port will also offer 50W. We hope this charger will support charging of multiple gadgets, unlike Huawei’s design where one plugged USB cable blocked the other port. Huawei's dual-port...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_n3_certification_confirms_100w_charging_support-news-59398.php

vivo V29 unboxing

Say hello to the vivo V29 - the latest in a line of vivos that combine upper midrange specs with near-flagship design. The phone comes in a well-stocked package. You get a cable, a case, and an 80W charger. Unboxing the vivo V29 We have the two colorways that vivo will release to the European market. They are Peak Blue and Noble Black. Both have a special design on the back. For the Peak Blue, vivo has used 3D magnetic particles that took a very precise manufacturing process to be formed into a pattern. In this case, it's a mountain. The Noble Black has a Fluorite AG Glass,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_v29_in_for_review-news-59393.php

Redmi Watch 3 Active debuts, Redmi 12 4G lands in India

The Xiaomi had a big event in India today, where we saw the global unveiling of the Redmi 12 5G smartphone. It wasn’t the only international launch, as Xiaomi execs also introduced the Redmi Watch 3 Active on stage. The wearable upgrades on the six-month-old Watch 3 with a bigger screen and longer battery life. We also saw the Redmi 12 with 4G make a local debut, along with some more Xiaomi products - the Xiaomi Smart TV X series (not affiliated with the social media formerly known as Twitter) and the Redmi SonicBass Wireless Earphones 2. Back to the Redmi Watch 3 Active - it...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_watch_3_active_debutes_globally_redmi_12_4g_lands_in_india-news-59391.php

OnePlus Open launch delayed due to a change in screens

The first foldable from OnePlus, dubbed the OnePlus Open, was supposed to be unveiled on August 29, according to Max Jambor. However, the tipster now reports that there has been a change in plans and that the launch has been pushed back a bit. The new date isn’t known yet, but should be revealed soon. As for the change in plans, the Open was originally slated to use BOE panels, but it seems there was an issue with that, so now OnePlus is switching over to Samsung panels. OnePlus Open (speculative renders by OnLeans and SmartPrix) The researchers at Omdia report that the Oppo...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_open_launch_delayed_due_to_a_change_in_screens-news-59389.php

Motorola unveils Moto G14 with FHD+ display, 5,000mAh battery

The Moto G13 was released earlier this year with an HD+ display – not ideal, but the pricier G23 and even G53 models also had a sub-1080p displays. You had to go all the way up to the G73 if you wanted FHD+ resolution. Now that we’ve set the scene, let’s meet the first phone in the Gx4 series, which was just unveiled in India. Motorola Moto G14 The Motorola Moto G14 is built around 6.5” FHD+ display (20:9), which is a pretty major upgrade. And it is a good quality IPS LCD to boot, although it only runs at 60Hz (down from 90Hz on the G13, but that’s a trade we’re willing to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_unveils_moto_g14_with_fhd_display_5000mah_battery-news-59388.php

Redmi 12 5G brings 6.8" display and Snapdragon 4 Gen 2

Xiaomi is following the Redmi 12 from last month with a 5G version that just debuted in India. The Redmi 12 5G is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 but is otherwise fairly similar to its 4G sibling. The new phone is also identical to the China-only Redmi Note 12R, except for the selfie camera. The Redmi 12 5G is built around a 6.79” LCD with a 90 Hz refresh rate and Full HD+ resolution. The 5,000 mAh battery with 18W charging support is also shared with the Redmi 12. The camera setup is different, though, with a 50 MP f/1.8 main unit and a 2 MP f/2.4 macro camera instead...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_12_5g_brings_68_display_and_snapdragon_4_gen_2-news-59387.php

PS5 beta firmware brings Dolby Atmos, second controller for assistance

Sony has released a new beta firmware for the PlayStation 5 console that brings with IT a whole host of new accessibility as well as social features, along with the inclusion of Dolby Atmos. The PS5 can now output audio to Dolby Atmos compatible devices. Previously, this was only available for Blu-ray playback, that too specifically through bitstream. This new beta adds software encoding of Atmos content for games as well. While playing games that support the PS5 Tempest 3D AudioTech, the console will encode the audio in Dolby Atmos if required so you can output it to your...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/ps5_beta_firmware_brings_dolby_atmos_second_controller_for_assistance-news-59385.php

Watch the Redmi 12 series unveiling event live here

The Redmi 12 series is arriving in India today at a true international unveiling. We expect no less than two phones - the already known Redmi 12 4G and a variant with 5G capabilities that will have at least a different chipset, enabled for next-gen mobile networks. The event begins at 12 PM IST, which is 6:30 UTC. There is a live stream on YouTube, which you can find below. The Redmi 12 has a Helio G88 chipset, and we were unimpressed in our review with the odd choice for Xiaomi to pick such a dated chipset. Its 5G variant is expected to have a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, which is a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/watch_the_redmi_12_series_unveiling_event_live_here-news-59386.php

Red Magic Cyberbuds Dao TWS hit international market with advanced ANC, low latency

The gaming sub-brand of nubia called Red Magic is best known for its smartphones, but lately branched into gaming monitors and various peripherals. It delivered its first TWS earphones in 2020 and now it's following up with a more upscale model dubbed Cyberbuds Dao TWS. These gaming earphone are hitting international markets today with the latest Qualcomm Bluetooth technology, long battery life and RGB light effects. These wireless earphones have the latest Qualcomm S5 chip for sound over Bluetooth, which supports lossless and high-res music, Bluetooth LE (Low Energy) audio,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/red_magic_releases_cyberbuds_dao_tws_to_the_international_market-news-59374.php

Gurman: iPhone 15 Pro series will bring thinner bezels and titanium frames

The iPhone 15 series is expected to bring in some noticeable changes compared to last year’s crop of devices and Mark Gurman’s latest newsletter has some details to fill us in ahead of the big launch which is expected to take place in September. The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max will feature new low-injection pressure over-molding (LIPO) display technology which will help narrow the bezels around the display to just 1.5mm compared to the 2.2mm on the iPhone 14 Pro series. The LIPO display process was already used since the Apple Watch Series 7 and Apple is now expected to bring it to the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/gurman_iphone_15_pro_series_will_bring_thinner_bezels_and_titanium_frames_-news-59372.php

Honor Pad X9 in for review

Meet the Honor Pad X9 - a simple tablet that should be on your radar if you're looking for a media consumption device you can take anywhere. The Honor Pad X9 is tough to beat in terms of an overall package for its price. It comes in a single 4/128GB config that'll set you back €250/£180 and it ships with a 10W charger and a USB cable. Unboxing the Honor Pad X9 Back to those multimedia credentials. Upfront, the Honor Pad X9 has a big 11.5-inch LCD of 120Hz refresh rate and 1200x2000px resolution. There are six speakers around the display. In landscape orientation, you get two on...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_pad_x9_in_for_review-news-59343.php

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, Flip5 are already on sale in Russia

Samsung introduced the Galaxy Z Fold5 and Flip5 last week and promised to launch them in two weeks. However, both foldables are already on sale in Russia, a country where the maker promised to suspend shipments in response to the unprovoked invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. The Fold5 is offered by local carrier mts for RUB 189,990, which is equal to $2,062, while the Flip5 starts from RUB110,000, which translates to almost $1,200, according to the current exchange rate. Both phones are bundled with premium wearables and offered old with next-day delivery or same-day store...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_fold5_flip5_are_already_on_sale_in_russia-news-59371.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 30

Samsung announced its latest foldables this week, but it's the old mid-ranger that returns to the top of our trending chart. The Galaxy A54 forms a familiar pairing with Galaxy S23 Ultra in the lead. The Redmi Note 12 and its Pro sibling follow in third and fourth positions, meaning the best placed of the newly announced phones is fifth. That's the Galaxy Z Flip5, which just edged the Redmi 12. Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is best placed among phones not made by Samsung or Xiaomi, coming in seventh. Realme C53 is eight, while the Galaxy A34 slipped to ninth. That means the other...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_30-news-59370.php

Week 30 in review: Samsung unveils Galaxy Z Fold5, Z Flip5, Watch 6, Tab S9

Samsung unveiled its new flagship foldables, smartwatches, and tablets this week. It happens to be the earliest unveil of a Galaxy Z Fold ever by nearly a month. The Galaxy Z Fold5 finally removes the gap and closes flat. Otherwise, it's a rather tame update mostly focused around the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and the new hinge design. The displays have the main characteristics, although the big display is 30% brighter, the cameras are the same, and so is the battery size and charging speed. Price-wise, the Galaxy Z Fold5's 12/256GB version is €1,900/£1,749/$1,800, 12/512GB costs...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/week_30_in_review_samsung_unveils_galaxy_z_fold5_z_flip5_watch_6_tab_s9-news-59357.php

Honor shares Magic V2 design story as sales open in China

Honor's Magic V2 foldable has just launched in China and the company shared the rather interesting design story behind the device. The centerpiece element of the design process is portability and it shows. The handset is considerably thinner and lighter than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (10.1 mm vs. 13.4 mm when unfolded and 231 g vs. 253 g). Honor argues that according to their market research, consumers have portability at top of their priority list. Let's start with the innovative hinge design. It uses titanium elements, which boast higher rigidity, lower weight and anti-corrosion...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_shares_magic_v2_design_story_as_sales_open_in_china-news-59359.php

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

Samsung unveiled its 5th generation foldable phones this week and they went on pre-order. There are some great deals in some regions and not-so-great deals in other regions. We also look at possible alternatives to the Galaxy Z foldables. USA The UK Germany India USA Samsung US is offering some killer trade-in deals. For example, if you send in your old Galaxy Z Flip4, you can get the new Z Flip5 for just $100 (assuming it’s in a good condition, if your old Flip has screen damage you will have to pay $300 instead). $100 to get the new hinge and cover display,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_deals_the_best_smartphone_deals_from_the_us_the_uk_germany_and_india-news-59352.php

We review the camera apps on the Sony Xperia 1 V

Sony has put a lot of effort into making pro-grade content-creation apps for its flagship Xperia phones. The latest Xperia 1 V has a trio of those - Photo Pro, Video Pro, and Cinema Pro - that unlock the potential of the phone's imaging system. You can access tech straight out of Sony's dedicated camera division like the advanced burst shooting with subject tracking and advanced autofocus. In video, you can choose Sony's flatter Cinetone profile, which can be tuned to your specific style. We delve deep into all three apps and what's possible with them and the Xperia 1 V combination....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/we_review_the_camera_apps_on_the_sony_xperia_1_v-news-59353.php

Weekly poll: Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Z Flip5 pre-orders have started, who is getting one?

Samsung's next generation foldables are almost here - they are already on pre-order and will start shipping in a couple of weeks time. But the market they enter is more heavily contested than ever. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is no longer the only horizontal foldable in North America, following the launch of the Google Pixel Fold. The Fold may not have the best chipset in the world, but it has a very similar inner display, an IPX8 water resistance rating and, perhaps, better cameras. You can check out the photos we took with the Z Fold5 in Seoul - it's too early to discuss quality...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_samsung_galaxy_z_fold5_and_galaxy_z_flip5-news-59344.php

Google Pixel Watch 2 watch faces leak online

As it's usually the case with Google products, they leak way before being announced. It seems that the upcoming Pixel Watch 2 won't be an exception to the rule as Android Authority got a hold of the watch faces. After all, watch faces are an intrinsic part of a smartwatch and OEMs try to offer a wide variety and customization options. Designers have come up with four main categories - Accessible, Arc, Bold Digital and Analog Bold. The first category of watch faces prioritizes legibility and simplicity. They look plain and minimize distractions. Here are the four watch faces that fall...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_watch_2_watch_faces_leak_online-news-59369.php

Weekly poll results: the ZTE nubia Z50S Pro wins is a potential hit

Last week’s poll shows that the ZTE nubia Z50S Pro has a lot of potential – some are holding off until they can see what this phone can do before making their mind up, but for the most part people love the new Pro. Its gaming-focused cousin, the Red Magic 8S Pro didn’t draw as much interest and that’s no surprise, it’s more of a niche phone. The nubia is an all-round powerhouse with a unique camera. It’s a bit odd then that the main criticism of the phone is about its cameras. First, some were unhappy with the downgrade on the telephoto module – it went from a 64MP 85mm camera on the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_the_zte_nubia_z50s_pro_wins_is_a_potential_hit-news-59339.php