Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5's teardown shows its shock dispersion layer

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 unveiled last month is a minor update over last year's Fold4. However, it now uses a new hinge mechanism for a gapless design and also comes with a shock dispersion layer under the flexible folding screen, which we see in the YouTube channel JerryRigEverything's Fold5 teardown video that you can watch below. Once you are done watching the Galaxy Fold5's teardown, you can also watch its durability test by the same YouTuber. We've attached the video below for those who missed it. And if you are planning to buy one, you can read our Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5's...

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Apple iPhone 14 Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy S23

Introduction If you are looking to buy a compact flagship smartphone in 2023, then this dilemma would have probably come up at least once – "iPhone 14 Pro or Galaxy S23". While those two smartphones are not in the same price range, they are so frequently compared that we decided to pit them head to head and give you the complete breakdown, which is the best one of the two. You can compare the complete specs sheets or check our editor's assessment further below. Size comparison Apple iPhone 14 Pro 206 g ...

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Sony Xperia 5 V's key specs revealed through Geekbench

Sony yesterday announced it will unveil the Xperia 5 V on September 1. The company hasn't divulged any smartphone features yet, but a Sony device bearing model code XQ-DE54, and believed to be the Xperia 5 V, has appeared on Geekbench with its key specs. The XQ-DE54 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, runs Android 13, and has 8GB of RAM onboard. However, there could be more RAM options that are yet to be confirmed. The XQ-DE54 scored 2,004 and 5,059 points in Geekbench's single and multi-core tests, respectively, which aligns with what some other phones scored in our Geekbench...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_5_v_key_specs_geekbench-news-59678.php

AMD announces Radeon RX 7800 XT and 7700 XT graphics cards

AMD has announced its much anticipated mid-range offerings in the Radeon RX 7000 series of graphics cards. The RX 7800 XT and RX 7700 XT were unveiled today at Gamescom 2023 and will be available starting September 6. The 7800 XT and 7700 XT are based on the same RDNA3 architecture as other RX 7000 series graphics card. Both cards are based on a new Navi 32 GPU, which uses a chiplet design similar to the Navi 31 on the RX 7900 XT and 7900 XTX but different to the monolithic design of the Navi 33 on the RX 7600. Radeon RX 7800 XT The 7800 XT features 60 compute units and ray...

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WhatsApp HD video support is now rolling out

Great news! WhatsApp is finally adding support for HD videos! No need to double check the date on this article, you haven't accidentally been time-machined back to 2005. It's still 2023, and one of the world's leading messaging services is only now getting round to adding a feature like this. Last week WhatsApp added the also incredibly long overdue support for high resolution pictures, and at that time it promised it would do the same for videos at some later point. Well, that's today. The rollout has started, but of course it's a staged one, so it might take a while before you see...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/whatsapp_hd_video_support_is_now_rolling_out-news-59677.php

Google releases yet another Android 14 Beta with even more bug fixes

Android 14 was supposed to have 4 betas. Then Google decided 5 was the appropriate number. Then it issued a last minute bug fix to that fifth beta release. And today we get an even more last-minute bug fix, if we could call it that. Ladies and gentlemen, meet Android 14 Beta 5.2. It's going out today to all device enrolled into the Android Beta Program. Like Beta 5.1, which was released exactly one week ago, it's all about fixing bugs left and right. Here's the changelog straight from Google itself: Fixed various issues that sometimes caused devices to stall when rebooting. ...

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Samsung to launch Galaxy Z Fold5 Thom Browne edition, 7 devices in the works

Samsung launched the Galaxy Z Fold5 about a month ago in multiple colors, and we now hear the Korean conglomerate will launch a special edition Fold5 next, which will be called Galaxy Z Fold5 Thom Browne Edition. Take a seat at the @ThomBrowne table for a celebration of a new experience in design and innovation. #GalaxyxThomBrowne pic.twitter.com/XxPW5zMJ9l— Samsung Mobile (@SamsungMobile) August 24, 2023 The source says there are seven more devices Samsung is planning to launch, including the Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE and FE+, Galaxy Tab A9 and A9+, Galaxy SmartTag 2, and Galaxy...

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Moto G54 set to arrive on September 5

Motorola will launch the Moto G84 in India next Friday, and today, we learned about the arrival of another midranger. The Moto G54 will be introduced on September 5, according to the Chinese division of the company on Weibo. The phone already appeared in some leaked renders earlier this month, and now it was also listed by TENAA, confirming the looks and some key specs and features. Moto G54 teaser We can see the simple dual camera design on the back of the Moto G54, as well as the dent on the side where the power key is, meaning it will double as a fingerprint scanner. In turn...

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Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic Astro Edition arrives with an astrolabe inspired bezel

Samsung unveiled a new special edition of the Galaxy Watch6 Classic dubbed the “Astro Edition”. It is inspired by the astrolabe, an ancient tool that helped scientists and travelers tell the time and navigate their way. This will be the first special edition Galaxy Watch for the MENA region (Middle East & North Africa). The astrolabe was chosen as it “symbolises the region’s legacy of scientific and innovative contributions, particularly in time, astronomy and mathematics”. The Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic Astro Edition is available only in 47mm size and features a “Black Astro”...

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This is the iPhone 15 Pro in Titan Gray, the colorway that will replace gold

Apple's upcoming iPhone 15 Pro will be unveiled at a special event next month, that's rumored to be happening on September 12. The date itself should become official next week. Unlike its predecessor, which used stainless steel for the frame, the iPhone 15 Pro (and the Pro Max alongside it) are rumored to swap that for a titanium frame. This apparently influences the colorways that the company can offer, and thus gold and purple will be out, to be replaced by Titan Gray and a dark blue, respectively. The image below is a render of what the new Titan Gray hue is expected to look...

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Intel 14th Gen leak suggests modest generational improvements

A leaked training video from MSI has revealed information regarding Intel's upcoming 14th Gen Core processors. The video has since been hidden but not before the relevant information had already been spotted and shared. The relevant slide in the video compares Intel's current Core i3-13600K, Core i7-13700K, and Core i9-13900K being compared to the next generation Core i3-14600K, Core i7-14700K, and Core i9-14900K. While the i3 and i9 models maintain their core configuration, the i7 model gets four additional E-cores. According to MSI, this results in 17% improvement in average...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/intel_14th_gen_leak_suggests_modest_generational_improvements-news-59660.php

Oppo is launching Find N3 Flip on August 29 with a triple Hasselblad camera

Oppo will launch the Find N3 Flip on August 29, the company confirmed today. The clamshell foldable will keep the vertical screen, but will bring the first triple camera in the segment with all three lenses placed on one big circle. They will also get the Hasselblad logo, further hinting at major upgrades. The event will also see the Oppo Watch 4 Pro debut, as the wearable was pictured with a slightly curved screen and two color options. Oppo Find N3 Flip & Oppo Watch 4 Pro The phone was pictured in the hands of Shu Qi, a very popular model and actress in China. Oppo did not...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_is_launching_find_n3_flip_on_august_29_with_a_triple_hasselblad_camera-news-59645.php

The creator of the first iPhone with USB-C 3D prints a transparent AirPods Pro case

You may remember Ken Pillonel as the guy who put a USB-C port on an iPhone X. Ken has also been working on AirPods Pro projects and has recently put a lot of effort into making them repairable – considering that they got a 0/10 repairability score from iFixit, this was quite a challenge. In a previous video, Ken recreated the plastic parts of the AirPods Pro case and 3D printed a complete replacement kit in white. But if you could 3D print a case, you can print it in any color you want – even no color at all! Here is the end result, which you can replicate if you have an SLA 3D printer...

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USB C-to-C cables for iPhone 15 and 15 Plus handled: no MFi, USB 2.0 speeds

There were some concerns over how Apple will implement USB-C on the upcoming iPhone 15 series. Researcher Majin Bu reports some good news: the new cables will not use Apple’s MFi chips for verification, so third-party cables and accessories will not be restricted (with Lightning, full compatibility is available only on accessories that have been licensed by Apple). It’s not all roses, though, Bu confirms that the regular iPhone 15 and 15 Plus will only have USB 2.0 capable ports. This means that they will be limited to 480Mbps data transfer speeds, same as the current Lightning...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/usb_ctoc_cables_for_iphone_15_and_15_plus_handled_no_mfi_usb_20_speeds-news-59649.php

Qualcomm announces Snapdragon G-series platform for handheld gaming consoles

Qualcomm formally introduced its three-tier G-series chipsets designed for portable gaming consoles. The Snapdragon G1 Gen 1 is built for fanless game streaming handhelds with claims of over 10 hours of battery life. It features an eight-core Kryo CPU and Adreno A11 GPU alongside Wi-Fi 5 connectivity and Bluetooth 5.0. The chipset supports up to 720p display resolutions at 60 fps. Snapdragon G2 Gen1 will power handhelds meant for mobile and cloud gaming with the same eight-core Kryo CPU and a more powerful Adreno A21 GPU. The G2 series also gains Wi-Fi 6/6E and 5G connectivity thanks...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomm_announces_snapdragon_gseries_platform_for_handheld_gaming_consoles_-news-59647.php

Oppo is launching Find N3 Flip on August 29 with a triple Hasseblad camera

Oppo will launch the Find N3 Flip on August 29, the company confirmed today. The clamshell foldable will keep the vertical screen, but will bring the first triple camera in the segment with all three lenses placed on one big circle. They will also get the Hasselblad logo, further hinting at major upgrades. The event will also see the Oppo Watch 4 Pro debut, as the wearable was pictured with a slightly curved screen and two color options. Oppo Find N3 Flip & Oppo Watch 4 Pro The phone was pictured in the hands of Shu Qi, a very popular model and actress in China. Oppo did not...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_is_launching_find_n3_flip_on_august_29_with_a_triple_hasseblad_camera-news-59645.php

Samsung announces Odyssey Neo G9 with 57-inch 240Hz Dual UHD screen

Samsung has announced its flagship Odyssey Neo G9 57" monitor at Gamescom 2023. This new curved gaming monitor features a massive 57-inch ultra-wide panel equivalent to having two 4K displays. The Odyssey Neo G9 57" or G95NC has a VA-type LCD panel with a resolution of 7680 x 2160 and a 1000R curvature. This 32:9 aspect ratio display is equivalent to having two 16:9 3840 x 2160 panels side by side. The 57-inch size is a factor of the ultra-wide aspect ratio and obviously not comparable with displays with other aspect ratios. What's most interesting is that the monitor supports...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_announces_odyssey_neo_g9_with_57inch_240hz_dual_uhd_screen-news-59644.php

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE now rumored to land in September, specs leak again

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S23 FE has been in the rumor mill for many months now, and the company is still taking its sweet time with the development process. However, we may be getting very close to its release finally. According to a new rumor from a usually reliable source, the Galaxy S23 FE will be released in September. This matches a previously rumored release timeframe of "Q3", which is July to September, so while cutting it real close, Samsung is still well within that window. The handset's specs have also been leaked once again. It will be powered by the Exynos 2200 SoC in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s23_fe_now_rumored_to_land_in_september_specs_leak_again-news-59643.php

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra to shatter brightness records and have huge bezels

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S24 Ultra has already been rumored to switch to a flat screen - a first for the Ultra series, but something we've already gotten used to for the non-Ultras. Now we have more news regarding the S24 Ultra's screen, coming from the usually reliable Ice Universe. There's some good news, and some bad news, so let's start with the former. The leakster says the S24 Ultra's maximum / peak brightness will be above 2,200 nits. That's insanely bright, it goes without saying. For comparison's sake, note that the S23 Ultra tops out at 1,750 nits peak brightness, and no...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s24_ultra_to_shatter_brightness_records_and_have_huge_bezels-news-59642.php

Check out the iQOO Z7 Pro 5G's camera samples from a weekend in Goa

iQOO launched the iQOO Z7 in March, which will be joined by the Pro model on August 31. The iQOO Z7 Pro 5G is powered by the Dimensity 7200 SoC and features three cameras - 64MP primary (with OIS and EIS), 2MP depth, and 16MP selfie. The primary camera uses Samsung's 64MP ISOCELL GW3 sensor having an f/1.79 aperture, while the 2MP depth unit has an f/2.4 aperture. The selfie shooter on the front uses the 16MP Samsung S5K3P9SP04-FGX9 sensor with f/2.45 aperture. The selfie camera can record videos in 720p and 1080p resolutions, while the primary camera can shoot videos in up to 4K...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_iqoo_z7_pro_5g_camera_samples_specs-news-59639.php

Chip designer Arm files for IPO in the US, aims for capitalization of over $70B

Chip design company Arm, owned by SoftBank Group, filed for IPO in the United States. Market watchers are expecting the offering to be one of the highest for a tech company in history, and it is expected to reach an overall value of over $70 billion. The move comes after SoftBank acquired the final 25% of the company for $16 billion, essentially valuing the chip company at $64 billion. Bloomberg suggested Arm is looking to raise around $10 billion, as the number of official shares that will be in the public offering is not yet revealed. The company said in the filing that...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/chip_designer_arm_files_for_ipo_looks_for_capitalization_of_over_70b-news-59637.php

Watch the Realme 11 5G and 11X 5G Indian launch event here

Realme introduced the Realme 11 5G and 11 4G back in July and now it's ready to bring the 5G version to the Indian market alongside a brand new sibling called Realme 11X 5G. We had a glimpse of the handset in some leaked renders earlier, but now we'll get to see the full thing. In addition to the Realme 11 5G and 11X 5G, the company is bringing its Realme Buds Air 5 Pro as well. The pair already debuted in China a while ago so it's nice to finally see them start their global expansion. The event will begin on August 23 at 12PM IST time.

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/watch_the_realme_11_5g_and_11x_5g_indian_launch_event_here-news-59630.php

Asus Zenfone 10 pre-orders finally start in the US with free pair of true wireless earbuds

The Asus Zenfone 10 launched early last month in most places, but it's been a slow ride to reach the US. Thankfully, pre-orders are starting today. You can get your Zenfone 10 in Aurora Green, Eclipse Red, Comet White, Starry Blue, and Midnight Black from the Asus eShop, Amazon, and Mobile Advance. The price? From $699.99 to $799.99. If you purchase a Zenfone 10 from now and until September 30, you will receive a pair of ROG Cetra True Wireless earbuds for free, in either black or Moonlight White. The Zenfone 10 comes in a petite form factor for this day and age, and it sports a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/asus_zenfone_10_preorders_finally_start_in_the_us_with_free_pair_of_true_wireless_earbuds-news-59633.php

Nothing Phone (2) update brings extensive camera improvements

Nothing today released a significant update to the company's Phone (2) smartphone. The update primarily focuses on camera improvements, with some other quality of life changes thrown in for good measure. First is the more general list of improvements across all cameras: Improved clarity of faces in indoor environments Optimised highlight levels in low light environments Added an [sic] UI element to show when HDR is active Optimised highlight exposure when shooting in HDR Reduced dull tones when shooting in HDR Resolved halo effect issue in Portrait Mode when...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_2_update_brings_extensive_camera_improvements-news-59631.php

The Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+ listed on Samsung's Hungarian website

The different variants of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE and Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ are listed on Samsung's Hungarian website. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE comes in 8/128GB and 12/256GB and in Mint, Lavender, Grey/Graphite, and Silver, as well as in Wi-Fi only (SM-X510) trim or in Wi-Fi + 5G (SM-X516B). The Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ is also available in either 8/128GB or 12/256GB, in the same four colors, and either with Wi-Fi only (SM-X610) or with 5G (SM-X616B). At this point, it's not impossible that the FE tablets will become official before the Galaxy S23 FE. Specs-wise, the Galaxy Tab S9...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_galaxy_tab_s9_fe_and_s9_fe_listed_on_samsungs_hungarian_website-news-59627.php

Galaxy S24 Ultra tipped for a switch to flat screen as well

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra leaks so far are somewhat expected - camera upgrade, design changes, faster charging, etc. But the latest report is a bit of a shocker. According to reliable tipster Ice Universe, the upcoming Galaxy S24 Ultra will feature a flat display instead of a curved one. Samsung was the first to introduce a curved screen design back in 2014 when the Samsung Galaxy Note Edge came to be, while later on it moved its entire Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S9 lineups to curved glass. The company has since reverted the lower members of the flagship lineup to flat panel and now it...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s24_ultra_may_end_up_with_a_flat_screen-news-59626.php

Analyst: Apple to delay iPhone 15 Pro Max shipments until October

Apple is expected to introduce the iPhone 15 series in September, and the Pro Max member of the family will be the first smartphone with a periscope camera. According to one analyst, this feature could now cause a delay as Sony is allegedly unable to supply enough sensors time. The disruption is likely to push the iPhone 15 Pro Max deliveries back by four weeks as per 9to5Mac, who quoted the “major equity analyst note”. Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max The Apple iPhone 15 series announcement is likely to take place on September 13, with pre-orders to open on September 15, and deliveries...

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Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 certified, benchmarked, and pictured in the wild

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 series of budget tablets are expected sometime in Q4 of this year and we have some of the specs thanks to certifications from the FCC, the Wi-Fi Alliance, the Bluetooth SIG, SafetyKorea, as well as the Indian BIS. There's also a Geekbench run for good measure. The image below comes from the SatefyKorea certification. It shows the front of the tablet, revealing little other than the front-facing camera. This is the SM-X115N model, which is expected to be the Galaxy Tab A9. Another model number has also surfaced - SM-X216B - which is expected to be the Galaxy...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a9_certified_pictured_in_the_wild-news-59623.php

Exclusive: This is the Infinix Zero 30 5G with a 50 MP selfie camera and 12GB of RAM

Infinix's GT 10 Pro launched not long ago as the affordable brand's first serious gaming-targeted smartphone, but there's more to come apparently. According to our anonymous source, Infinix is currently gearing up to launch the Zero 30 5G. This will be the latest member in the ever-expanding Zero family, and you can see it in the exclusive images below. Infinix Zero 30 5G exclusive leaked images The Infinix Zero 30 5G will apparently have a big focus on bringing a premium camera experience to an affordable price point, and the 50 MP front-facing camera will be (excuse the...

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Huawei reclaims the top spot in Vhinese foldable smartphone market in H1 2023

New market research in China shows that Huawei is currently selling the most foldable smartphones in the country, with over 50% of the market share in the first half of this year. And that's even without 5G connectivity due to the sanctions imposed on Huawei. There are rumors the company is planning a 5G-enabled version of its newest Huawei Mate X3, but those are unconfirmed and certainly not reflected in the numbers. Anyway, securing the top spot in this market segment in China is quite impressive because there are more rivals to deal with. While western markets have limited choice of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_reclaims_the_top_spot_for_foldable_smartphones_in_china_in_h1_2023-news-59617.php

Samsung details offers for the Galaxy Z Fold5 and Z Flip5 in India

Samsung laid out the deals and benefits for the new Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Z Flip5, and the Galaxy Tab S9 series to Indian buyers. Both the Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Z Flip5 come with a bank cashback and an upgrade bonus (where Samsung buys back your old, eligible phone). You'll get a bank cashback of INR 7,000 for both phones and a 9-month zero-interest EMI finance. The Galaxy Z Fold5 comes with an INR 11,000 upgrade bonus if the buyer pays upfront and INR 9,000 if he opts for the EMI option. The upgrade bonus for the Galaxy Z Flip5 is INR 9,000 without an EMI and INR 7,000 with an...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/here_are_samsungs_offers_for_the_galaxy_z_fold5_and_z_flip5_in_india-news-59618.php

Samsung considers cheaper Galaxy Z FE lineup after the Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 next year

As the foldable market matures, manufacturers are looking for a way to offer more affordable versions of their phones. Motorola had first shot this year with its Motorola Razr 40 but Samsung is sticking to its single Galaxy Z Flip and Fold yearly releases for now. That's about to change next year, according to a report by Revegnus - a tipster who shared some spicy info regarding Samsung's upcoming camera sensors. After the Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 next year, Samsung is looking to release Fan Edition versions of the duo. That doesn't mean they are going to be available as early as...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_may_release_affordable_galaxy_z_lineup_after_the_z_fold6_and_z_flip6_next_year-news-59616.php

Honor announces partnership with PSAV Global for return in India

Honor confirmed its return to the Indian market last week, and today, the brand announced a key partnership that will help the company quickly expand its presence in the country. The cooperation is with PSAV Global – a local firm that offers a widespread network of over 5,000 retailers and distributors that span more than 100 cities. The partner will also provide marketing, services, and distribution solutions to Honor. HonorTech team The announcement came from HonorTech, Honor's brand in India, and promised its customers “advanced, reliable, and self-centric solutions and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_announces_partnership_with_psav_global_to_expand_presence_across_india-news-59614.php

Samsung's Exynos 2400 specs surface, to feature a 10-core CPU

AnTuTu's Chinese website is the latest to predict Samsung is going to once again use an Exynos chipset for some of its Galaxy S24 units next year. Perhaps European, African and some of the Asian countries will get the Galaxy S24 lineup with an Exynos 2400 SoC based on an improved 4nm manufacturing process from Samsung. More interestingly, the report brings the detailed specs of the chipset. It's rumored to feature a 10-core CPU with a 1+2+3+4 configuration. The main Cortex-X4 core is said to be clocked at 3.1 GHz, while the duo cluster will consist of Cortex-A720 cores ticking at 2.9 GHz....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsungs_exynos_2400_specs_surface_to_feature_a_10core_cpu-news-59615.php

RCS messages finally reach iPhones with a third-party app

Apple has been avoiding the adoption of RCS messages ever since Google introduced the standard, but now iPhone users finally can use the service through a third-party app Beeper. The application aims to bundle all messaging systems under one roof, and its latest update added Google Messages to the iPhone. RCS is short for Rich Communication Services and brings features such as encryption, read and typing indications, which is Google's own solution for messages. Apple users have to enable the feat by downloading the latest version of Beeper Desktop and then heading to the settings...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/rcs_messages_finally_reach_iphones_with_a_thirdparty_app-news-59613.php

Caviar announces Barbiecore designs for iPhone 15 Pro, Galaxy Z Flip5 and Watch Series 9

Caviar, the company best known for its ostentatious customizations of mobile devices, just released its new collection called #Barbiecore. Three devices (technically four) get a pink makeover with the obligatory gold and diamonds – the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, as well as the unreleased Apple iPhone 15 Pro, Pro Max, and the Watch Series 9. The custom smartphones includes the emblematic stiletto shoe, with the foldable coming with an actual fluffy pom-pom made from faux fur. There is also a laser engraving of the golden panel in the design of the shoe, as well as 49 sparkling rubies on...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/caviar_announces_its_barbiecore_collection_for_iphone_15_pro_watch_series_9_galaxy_z_flip5-news-59612.php

Realme GT5 to be officially unveiled on August 28

Realme will announce GT5 on August 28, the brand revealed on its Weibo page. The new flagship series will be a celebration of the company's five years in the industry, but we're likely to see only the GT5; the Pro variant is expected later this year. Next Monday's event will also see new audio wearables – the Realme Buds Air 5, a more affordable variant of the Buds Air 5 Pro, which are already scheduled to appear in India this Wednesday. Realme GT5 • Realme Buds Air 5 The Realme GT5 will have a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset; that's what we know for sure. What is still in the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_gt5_to_be_officially_unveiled_on_august_28-news-59611.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 33

Samsung Galaxy A54 has regularly led out trending and for yet another week it was the hottest smartphone in our database. The Galaxy S23 Ultra lost its second position to the newly announced Redmi K60 Ultra. The Redmi Note 12 duo slipped to fourth and fifth, with the vanilla once again edging its Pro variant. The sixth place is for another new phone - OnePlus Ace 2 Pro. We are keeping an eye on the phone because it may still escape China under the OnePlus 11T name. It pushed the Redmi Note 12 down to seventh, while the Infinix GT 10 Pro slipped down to eight. Still, that impressive...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_33-news-59596.php

Weekly poll: Would you be getting the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 if it weren't a China-exclusive?

Xiaomi announced its high-end foldable earlier this week, the Mix Fold 3, and it's certainly shaping to be one of the best foldables for 2023. Unlike the Samsung Galaxy Fold5, the Mix Fold 3 offers a substantial hardware upgrade over its predecessor. It didn't quite match the Honor Magic V2 for the thinnest foldable on the market, but at 10.9mm when folded (5.3mm unfolded) the Xiaomi flagship still shaves a 0.3mm compared to its predecessor despite packing a 4,800 mAh battery from 4,500 mAh on the Mix Fold 2. Xiaomi even found some space for wireless charging coils, as the handset now...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_if_the_xiaomi_mix_fold_3_wasnt_a_chinaexclusive_would_you_have_gotten_one-news-59610.php

Weekly poll results: Android Auto is the fan favorite, Apple CarPlay also has its fans

The results from last week’s poll are in and it’s clear that Android Auto is the leading car software choice for those of you that drive. Google’s solution captured over 50% of all votes while Apple CarPlay comes at a distant second with just over 17% of the pie. Android Auto and CarPlay are clearly important considerations when buying a new vehicle. This comes as no surprise as both systems offer a greater app selection than the built-in apps on most vehicles’ infotainment systems. They also tend to work smoother and offer a sleek and modern experience but there’s always the question...

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The Google Camera app is getting a major UI overhaul with the Pixel 8 series

A source related to Android AUthority shared screenshots of the new Google Camera UI redesign, which will likely be introduced with the upcoming Pixel 8 lineup this fall. The last big design overhaul was back in 2019, so it's interesting to see what Google has in store for its Pixel users. The first thing to notice is the clear separation between the Photo and Video modes. A dedicated toggle at the very bottom of the app lets you choose whether you want to take a still or record a video. Only then can you choose the corresponding mode from the carousel. Previously, all modes were mixed in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_google_camera_app_is_getting_a_major_ui_overhaul_with_the_pixel_8_series-news-59609.php

One UI 6 based on Android 14 beta for Galaxy S22 series is inching closer to launch

Samsung announced the expansion of One UI 6 beta for the Galaxy S23 series to more countries earlier this week and now, it has opened a new dedicated One UI 6 beta section for the Galaxy S22 series on its community forum. One could argue that this is a teaser for the upcoming beta program for Galaxy S22 users. It's maybe realistic to expect the One UI 6 + Android 14 beta program for the Galaxy S22 family to kickstart in the coming weeks. Although the section is available only to the UK and Indian users, the beta program is expected to reach China, South Korea, Germany and the US as...

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