Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is the cheapest it's ever been at $399.99

Samsung's Galaxy S23 FE launched in the US recently after a ton of leaks, and its normal price is $599.99. At the beginning of this month, we saw it going for $499, which is a cool $100 below retail and a very good deal for a device that hasn't been on the market all that long. But you know how Black Friday is coming up and every retailer under the sun wants to take your breath away with amazing deals? Well, the Galaxy S23 FE got caught up in that, and can now be had for only $399.99 at Best Buy. That's $200 off the normal price, and at $399.99, it's hard to argue with this device...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s23_fe_is_the_cheapest_its_ever_been_at_39999-news-60623.php

Motorola Razr+ is now 30% off for Black Friday, yours for only $699.99

Motorola split its flip-style foldables into two this year - the Razr (in the US) / Razr 40 (everywhere else) is the first mid-range flip foldable, while the Razr+ (in the US) / Razr 40 Ultra (everywhere else) is the flagship of the line. And so it's obviously the more expensive model. The Razr+ normally retails for $999.99 in the US, but today Amazon has started its Black Friday bonanza, and is offering the Razr+ for just $699.99. That's a whopping 30% off, and it makes the Razr+ cost exactly as much as the non-Plus Razr normally goes for. That's an outstanding deal, if we do say so...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_razr_is_now_30_off_for_black_friday_yours_for_only_69999-news-60622.php

Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 appears on Gekbench with Dimensity 6100+ chipset

The Galaxy XCover 7 is Samsung's next entry in the rugged smartphones series and after seeing its leaked renders earlier this week, we now have a Geekbench run which detail its key specs. The phone is listed as the Samsung SM-G556B and is equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ chipset and 6GB RAM. Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Geekbench score card The device managed a 663 single-core score and 1,867 points in the multi-core department. The listing also revealed Android 14 which is likely paired with One UI 6. There's no official word when we can expect to see the XCover 7’s...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_xcover_7_appears_on_gekbench_with_dimensity_6100_chipset-news-60620.php

Samsung Galaxy S23 vs. Samsung Galaxy S23 FE

Samsung Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23 FE are two interesting smartphones, part of the current flagship generation. It is only natural to wonder about their differences, their performance, and most importantly – which one to choose. If so, then you are at the right place. The Galaxy S23 FE is more like a Galaxy S22 FE that's late to the party as it features the previous generation chips, and it shares much of the same hardware. Though the extra weight and thicker bezels give away its less-than-premium nature. Table of Contents: Design Display Battery Life Charging Speed ...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s23_vs_samsung_galaxy_s23_fe_review_battery_camera_price_compared-news-60621.php

OnePlus Open's latest update expands eSIM support and brings camera improvements

The OnePlus Open unveiled last month has eSIM support, but it wasn't enabled in India. That changes now since the Chinese brand has rolled out a software update expanding the eSIM functionality to India. The update has firmware version 13.2.0.116 and requires a download of about 300MB. It's still based on Android 13 but brings system and camera improvements to the OnePlus Open. You can check the screenshots below for the update's changelog. OnePlus Open OxygenOS 13.2.0.116 update's changelog The OnePlus Open is OnePlus' first foldable smartphone. It features a 7.82" 120Hz...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_open_esim_update_india-news-60607.php

OnePlus 11 gets stable Android 14 update

Today OnePlus has announced the release of the stable Android 14 update for the OnePlus 11. This is rolling out already, but only in India for now. It will be pushed first to those users who participated in the closed beta and open beta programs, and after that will be gradually making it to more units out there. The new version is labeled as build CPH2447_14.0.0.201(EX01). Before you update, your phone needs to be on either CPH2447_13.1.0596(EX01) or CPH2447_13.1.0595(EX01), and apparently the download requires 5GB of free storage space. The company also advises you not to start the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_11_gets_stable_android_14_update-news-60606.php

Apple finally caves, announces plan to bring RCS to iPhones in 2024

The color of chat bubbles is extremely important to people in the US for some reason. Blue is good, green is poor - or something like that, right? We don't know, we're from Europe, and over here people have WhatsApp and Telegram and Facebook Messenger. But in the US, bubbles matter. And they will continue to, unfortunately, even with today's groundbreaking announcement from Apple. The company finally caved and revealed that it plans to adopt RCS in iOS from next year. RCS, as you may know, is the iMessage-like standard that works on top of SMS. But, importantly, it's not iMessage....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_finally_caves_announces_plan_to_bring_rcs_to_iphones_in_2024-news-60605.php

Get exclusive discounts on the Galaxy S23 FE through the Shop Samsung app in the US

In the buildup to Black Friday, Samsung US is offering some exclusive perks if you buy new gadgets through its Shop Samsung app (available for Android and iOS) instead of the web store. On top of the usual enhanced trade-in discounts, the Shop App will apply an additional discount – sometimes a percentage, other times a fixed cash value. Note: the trade-in value is subtracted first, the percentage discount is applied second. And to give you an extra nudge to try out its shop app, Samsung will give you $25 off your first purchase with it (available only for purchases of $250 or more)....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/get_exclusive_discounts_on_the_galaxy_s23_fe_through_the_shop_samsung_app_in_the_us-news-60602.php

Oppo unveils ColorOS 14: here's what's new and when you can get it

Say “hello” to Oppo’s latest ColorOS. The global beta version of ColorOS 14 has already started rolling out in certain regions, the Oppo Find N2 Flip will be the first to get the stable version in mid-November. Here’s what’s new in version 14. We’ll start with the upgraded Trinity Engine. ROM Vitalization compresses app and file data and can save up to 20GB of storage on a typical phone. RAM Vitalization swaps out Android’s RAM mechanism with one that’s more adept, especially at keeping background apps in RAM. The third and final component, CPU Vitalization, balances the chipset’s...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_unveils_coloros_14_heres_whats_new_and_when_you_can_get_it-news-60592.php

iPhone 15 users on iOS 17.1.1 are having issues with wireless chargers on GM cars

The latest iOS 17.1.1 release seems to be causing issues with wireless charging on several GM vehicles. Owners of several Chevrolet models including the Bolt EUV and Silverado 2500 have reported that their iPhone 15 series devices fail to wirelessly charge inside their cars after updating to the latest iOS release but worked when their phones were running on iOS 17.1. The puzzling bit is that iOS 17.1.1 included a fix for wireless charging and NFC problems in some BMW cars. The magnitude of the new issue on GM cars remains to be seen but there have been multiple users complaints on...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iphone_15_users_on_ios_1711_are_having_issues_with_wireless_chargers_on_gm_cars_-news-60593.php

OnePlus starts Black Friday deals, save up to $200

Don't check your calendar. Don't feel bad. You're not wrong. Black Friday isn't today. In fact, it's next week. But that hasn't stopped OnePlus from starting its Black Friday promo campaign today. It runs for two weeks from now, and here are all the deals. You can get a OnePlus Open for $200 off at $1,499, plus up to $1,000 in instant trade-in credit, which, depending on what phone you trade in, could make this an amazingly cheap foldable device. Next up, the company's non-foldable flagship, the OnePlus 11, is $150 off now starting from $549.99. If you buy one of these, you can also...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_starts_black_friday_deals_save_up_to_200-news-60594.php

Oppo Find N3 in for review

This is the Oppo Find N3 and it's the same device, on the inside, as the OnePlus Open, only for different markets. However, on the outside, the Find N3 is the arguably better phone. Our unit is the Gold model and it's certainly eye-catching. Add the Red and the Find N3 is a much flashier phone than the black and green OnePlus. The Oppo Find N3 ships with a 67W charger, a USB cable, and a case. The Find N3 ships with the same promising triple rear camera with Hasselblad tuning. The 48MP Sony Lytia stacked main sensor, the 64MP half-inch-type 70mm telephoto, and the 48MP...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_n3_in_for_review-news-60579.php

Red Magic 9 Pro design revealed, will have even more RGB lights

The Red Magic 9 Pro smartphone is coming on November 23, and we already know the phone will be flat at the front and back. Today, the full design of nubia's gaming smartphone was revealed – it will have an 8.9 mm thin profile, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, and RGB lights. There will be a 50 MP triple camera setup on the back, a mode trigger below the circular power key on the right-hand side, and an overall design that is in the aesthetics of the Red Magic brand. ZTE nubia Red Magic 9 Pro RGB lights are a staple in gaming culture, and that's why nubia put some in the fan,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/red_magic_9_pro_design_revealed_will_have_even_more_rgb_lights-news-60583.php

Samsung says it's not working on a $400 foldable for next year

Last week an intriguing rumor made the rounds, claiming that Samsung is working on a more affordable foldable device to be launched next year. That in itself isn't the intriguing bit - it's how much it was rumored to cost: "$400 to $500". That sounded very optimistic from the get-go, and today Samsung is ruining everyone's party by basically stating outright that such a thing will not happen. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 According to a Korean publication, Samsung says it has no plans to produce mid-range foldable smartphones, outright denying the aforementioned rumor. "We don't plan...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_says_its_not_working_on_a_400_foldable_for_next_year-news-60582.php

Oppo Reno11 series is getting official on November 23

Oppo's oft-leaked Reno11 series is almost ready to become fully official. The company just revealed the fact that the unveiling event will take place in China on November 23 at 2 pm local time. We're not sure if the expected duo will also be launched outside of China at some later point, but don't get your hopes up. The Reno11 and Reno11 Pro will allegedly capture SLR-grade portraits, and will be offered in four colorways: Fluorite blue, Moonstone, Turquoise, and Obsidian black. According to a recent leak, the Reno11 Pro comes with a curved OLED screen with 120 Hz refresh rate...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno11_series_is_getting_official_on_november_23-news-60581.php

Here are Google's Black Friday deals, going live this Thursday

Today Google has published its Black Friday deals that will become available through its online store in the US this Thursday - because starting Black Friday deals on a Thursday makes perfect sense (and it's not even that Thursday, it's the one the week before). Anyway, scheduling shenanigans aside, we're all for deals, and Google has some nice ones lined up. You will be able to save $400 on the Pixel Fold and get it for $1,399. Or save $200 on the Pixel 8 Pro, which will be $799. Or save $150 on the Pixel 8, which will go for $549. The Pixel 7a will be yours for only $374, down from the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/here_are_googles_black_friday_deals_going_live_this_thursday-news-60570.php

Sony Xperia 10 V gets Android 14 update

Following the Android 14 release on the Xperia 1V, Sony is now seeding the latest version of Android to its midrange Xperia 10 V. The new update brings several new customization options including new lock screen shortcuts, expanded font selection, Nearby Share with support for Windows 10 PCs and added compatibility with the Find My Device app. The update also brings the improved security and privacy options found in Android 14 as well as the new battery settings. Sony Xperia 10 V Android 14 update The new update bears the 68.1.A.2.93 identifier is now seeding across Europe and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_10v_gets_android_14_update-news-60568.php

Samsung Galaxy Xcover 7 leaks in official-looking renders

Samsung's Galaxy Xcover line of ruggedized smartphones will soon get a new member, following up the Galaxy Xcover6 Pro from mid-2022. It's apparently going to be called Galaxy Xcover 7, and some official-looking renders of it have been leaked today. The name leaves room for a Pro version to either launch alongside it or at some later point. The Xcover 7, as you can see, has a single rear camera and a rugged build. The rear panel is allegedly user-removable too. Samsung Galaxy Xcover 7 leaked renders On the left side, there's the customizable Xcover button, which you can use...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_xcover_7_leaks_in_officiallooking_renders-news-60569.php

Samsung Galaxy Fit3 battery capacity and charging revealed through certifications

The rumored Samsung Galaxy Fit3 fitness tracker will likely debut very soon, given the two new certifications it obtained in the last few days. The Galaxy Fit3 got tested by TUV Rheinland and the Indian BIS, which suggests that the Indian release is indeed just around the corner. TÜV Rheinland certification The two listings, referring to the Galaxy Fit 3 as a device with a model name SM-R390 reveal 200 mAh battery capacity and pretty standard 5W charging support. Last year's Galaxy Fit 2 had a 159 mAh battery, but a smaller screen too. The Fit3 will clearly be a larger device and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_fit3_battery_capacity_and_charging_revealed_through_certifications-news-60565.php

Red Magic 9 Pro coming on November 23

A nubia-made phone with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 appeared in benchmarks in late August, and we suspected it might be a new Red Magic phone. We now have more solid evidence that was indeed the case as Red Magic confirmed its 9 Pro will be introduced on November 23. The date announcement came via a social media post, where the gaming wing of the brand said the new phone will not only bring an evolution of design, performance, battery life, and screen. The teaser did not include an image of the smartphone. Looking at previous Pro models by Red Magic we should probably expect a triple camera...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nubia_to_launch_red_magic_9_pro_on_november_23-news-60558.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 45

Xiaomi 14 Pro made it a golden hat-trick this week, extending its reign in our trending chart. The Samsung Galaxy A54 overtook the Galaxy S23 for second place, but it's still the same three phones on the podium. We then have the Redmi Note 12 in fourth, edging the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, which had to settle for fifth this time around. In sixth sits the newly announced iQOO 12 Pro, ahead of the Xiaomi pair of Redmi Note 12 Pro and Redmi 12. Samsung Galaxy S23 FE took ninth, while the Galaxy A34 rounded up the top 10. Xiaomi 14 lost out this week, suggesting that the newly announced...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_45-news-60557.php

Huawei Freebuds Pro 3 review

Huawei had a big event in mid-September, where the star of the show was the Watch GT4, but we also saw the new Freebuds Pro 3 TWS earphones. We reviewed the smartwatch, and now we are also ready with the review of the new earphones. We tried the Green earphones, which is the hero color in the current lineup. The paint job is new, but otherwise the Pro 3 look identical to their the predecessors, the Pro 2. If you look closer tiny differences start to appear, but even Huawei itself says the real changes are inside the buds. And having spent a few weeks with the earphones we are now ready to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_freebuds_pro_3_review-news-60552.php

Week 43 in review: iQOO 12 and DImensity 9300 are official

This week, Xiaomi said that it won't issue HyperOS updates to devices with unlocked bootloaders. And, phones with HyperOS will be harder to unlock. Right now, to unlock a Xiaomi phone, the company requires you to submit an application via their Windows app and wait one week until you can finally unlock the bootloader. Chinese HyperOS users will be required not only to wait out the one week, but also gain level 5 on their community forums. Users outside of China will have to wait for an official Xiaomi announcement on how the new unlocking process will work. Of course, if you lock back your...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/week_43_in_review_iqoo_12_and_dimensity_9300_are_official-news-60551.php

Weekly poll: do flagship chipsets still matter?

Next year’s flagship chipsets have all been revealed – Apple and Google launched theirs already (Apple A17 with the iPhone 15 Pros and the Tensor G3 with the Pixel 8s), Samsung detailed the Exynos 2400, Qualcomm revealed the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and this week MediaTek brought its Dimensity 9300. The Dimensity is the big surprise this year – can a CPU will all big cores succeed? Four Cortex-X4 and four A720 is a lot of power in more ways that one. But it’s too early to talk about benchmarks and we’re yet to see most of the phones that will be equipped with the 9300 and the other...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_do_flagship_chipsets_still_matter-news-60518.php

Farewell to our old battery test: a look back at 12 years of testing

After 12 years it was finally time to retire our original battery test – the smartphone world had evolved so much over that time that we felt it no longer produced relevant results. This is why we introduced the new Active Use Score. But as we welcome the new protocol, we also want to throw a retirement party for the old-timer. In the span of over a decade we had tested 1,058 phones. The first was the Nokia N9, the last was the Realme GT5 240W. 240 watts! That really puts things in perspective, the Nokia N9 charger only output 5W – 5 volts, 1 amp was just fine back then. But we’re not here...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/farewell_to_our_old_battery_test-news-60528.php

Resident Evil Village for iPhone review

Resident Evil Village, or RE8 as it is colloquially known, is the latest major installment in the long-running Resident Evil franchise. It would be a disservice to say that the games simply belong to the survival horror genre as they essentially created it. The series has spanned two and a half decades and graced nearly every major gaming platform. Now, the latest mainline entry in the series is coming to iOS. Resident Evil Village for iOS is largely a port of the Mac version, which itself was a port of the PC version. It is a native ARM version of the game, as you would expect it to be...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/resident_evil_village_for_iphone_review-news-60519.php

Get the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Buds FE and other deals in the US

Prices of flagship phones blew past the $1,000 mark a few years ago and unlike, say, the Asian market, the US doesn’t have a wide selection of “flagship killers”. But the right model at the right discount could be a great deal. The new Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is down to $600 and you get a $100 Amazon Gift Card with that. When we say “new”, we should mention that it uses last year’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset. On the plus side, you get Samsung’s long term software support (4 OS updates so it will get Android 17 and will get security patches until late 2028). There’s also DeX, the desktop...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/get_the_samsung_galaxy_s23_fe_galaxy_buds_fe_and_other_deals_in_the_us-news-60543.php