Deals: the Samsung Galaxy S24 trio is £150 off on Amazon

The Samsung Galaxy S24 series launched to much fanfare with its AI-centric One UI 6.1. If you skipped the pre-order and early day deals, it’s not too late to pick up an S24 – the flagship trio is £150 off on Amazon UK right now. This means that the base Samsung Galaxy S24 is £650, though that is for the model with only 128GB storage. Unless you are coming from an iPhone, this will feel tight, so consider getting the 256GB model for £60 more. [#InlineDealWidget, 74878#] Whichever one you pick, it will only have 8GB of RAM. The Samsung Galaxy S24+ has 12GB of RAM this year and its...

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OnePlus 12 vs. OnePlus 12R

So, you've been eyeing OnePlus' current device roster and are trying to decide between the "full-fat" flagship OnePlus 12 and its slightly "step-down" OnePlus 12R sibling? There is hardly any doubt as to which one is the better overall phone. The OnePlus 12 is the clear winner when it comes to overall power and performance, camera setup, and additional features and connectivity options. On the flip side, the OnePlus 12R gets you a lot of the way there and offers a very similar overall experience at a noticeably lower price point. You will be giving up on certain niceties, most notably, a...

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iPhone 16 Pro will have a 20% brighter screen, rumor says

According to a new rumor from China, posted on Weibo by user Instant Digital, the iPhone 16 Pro coming later this year will have a display that will be 20% brighter than its predecessor's. But we're not talking peak HDR brightness - instead, this is the typical brightness this rumor is referring to. The iPhone 15 Pro tops out at 1,000 nits typical brightness, and the iPhone 16 Pro is said to go up to 1,200 nits. The peak High Brightness Mode will apparently remain the same, although there might be some confusion regarding the numbers - manufacturers usually quote the number they...

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Newly leaked Sony teaser says "next 1 is coming"

Sony is announcing the new Xperia 1 VI on May 15, and today a new teaser for the phone has seemingly been outed by an account over on X. The teaser is all about zoom, which makes sense since the only new camera in the Xperia 1 VI compared to its predecessor has been rumored to be the periscope telephoto which will allegedly go from 85mm all the way up to 170mm, equivalent to roughly 7x optical zoom compared to the main camera. 🚨Another New Sony Xperia Teaser! 🚨The NEW PERISCOPE LENS !!It shows the Telephoto Zoom 85-170mm Lens: Features a variable focal length for close-up shots, with up...

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Samsung Galaxy S22 One UI 6.1 rollout seemingly resumed

Last week, Samsung started rolling out the update to One UI 6.1 to a lot of devices, including the Galaxy S22 family. Only one day later, the company then halted the rollout for the S22 series due to a bug that caused the lock screen and touchscreen not to work anymore after the update. Now, almost a week later, the rollout seems to have been resumed, at least in Samsung's home market of Korea. A new build is now rolling out according to a tipster over on X. Breaking ‼️Galaxy S22 One UI 6.1 Rollout Resumed with new build in Korea just now 🙌New Build Version:S908NKSU3EXE1/...

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WhatsApp gets a new, fresher look and a darker dark mode

Today WhatsApp has made its latest design official. This has been rolling out in stages already, adding a native bottom navigation bar on Android. The app has also received a fresh coat of paint, with the new color palette being chosen after 35 different options were considered. WhatsApp says it focused on deeper tones to reduce eye strain in low-light conditions, which is also why the app's dark mode is now one shade darker to make it easier to read messages. Over on iOS, it's easier to send photos and videos thanks to a new attachment layout - instead of a full screen menu, you...

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Samsung Galaxy F55's launch date in India revealed along with price range

Samsung is launching the Galaxy F55 in India on May 17 at 12 noon local time. The phone will be priced at INR 2x,999, so anywhere between 20,000 and 29,999. Flaunting your best will now feel like a breeze. Presenting the all-new #GalaxyF55 5G, crafted to slay the world with just its looks. Launching on 17th May, 12 noon. Starting at ₹ 2X999*. *T&C apply. Get notified: https://t.co/lSZJF3KC5X. #CraftedByTheMasters #Samsung pic.twitter.com/oR5ygHo6Bw— Samsung India (@SamsungIndia) May 9, 2024 This is expected to be a rebranded Galaxy C55, which made its debut in China last month. The F55...

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vivo X100 Ultra camera details leak

vivo's X100 Ultra is getting official on Monday, May 13, and it's been quite the hypebeast recently, seeing as how a vivo exec said it would be a "professional camera that can also make calls". Today we have some newly leaked details about its camera system, and while the "professional camera" claim might still be a slight exaggeration, this is shaping up to be the most beastly cameraphone ever made, very worthy of its Thanos codename (Marvel fans will get that reference). It will employ the 50 MP Sony Lytia LYT-900 1-inch type sensor for its main camera, a 50 MP Sony Lytia LYT-600...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x100_ultra_camera_details_leak-news-62795.php

Motorola Edge 50 Fusion arrives in India on May 16

Motorola announced the Edge 50 Fusion upper-midrange smartphone in mid-April for Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America, and now the device is almost ready to make its debut in India as well. The Edge 50 Fusion will be launching in India on May 16, according to Motorola itself. It will be offered through Motorola's own Indian website, as well as Flipkart and "all leading retail stores". Feel the spotlight, wherever you go! Enjoy the ultrathin, lightweight, & symmetrically curved design of #MotorolaEdge50Fusion, available in amazing shades with Vegan Leather Finish.Launching...

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Samsung climbs to top spot of OLED monitor market, maintains gaming monitor dominance

Samsung launched its first OLED monitor only a year ago – the 34” Odyssey OLED G8 (G85SB) – and it has already climbed to the top of that market. Based on data from IDC, Samsung accounted for 28.3% of the number of OLED monitors sold globally in 2023. In terms of revenue, the company took in 34.7% of the total revenue from OLED monitor sales. Most recently, the company unveiled several Odyssey OLED monitors at CES 2024. These were the curved 49” G95SD and a pair of flat options, the 32” G80SD and 27” G60SD. The 49” model was named CES 2024 Innovation Awards Honoree. Samsung Odyssey...

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TrendForce: Apple to ship 4.5 to 5 million OLED iPad Pros in 2024

TrendForce's latest report projects that Apple will ship between 4.5 and 5 million OLED iPad Pros this year. That's the 11-inch and 13-inch combined, and it's a lower sales volume expectation than their LCD and mini-LED-equipped predecessors. TrendForce notes that despite the reduced shipment projection, the move to AMOLED on medium-sized devices is a major milestone for the industry. The report expects AMOLED tablets to hit 9 million units in 2024, about 7% of the tablet market. Sales projections aside, the sheer technological innovation behind the displays of the new iPad Pros...

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Motorola Razr 50 Ultra price leaks

Motorola's Razr 40 Ultra made its debut in June last year, and we're now in May so its successor is bound to appear soon. Ahead of its release, today the Razr 50 Ultra's price for the Eurozone has been leaked, purportedly from an Italian retailer. The screenshot below is allegedly from said unnamed retailer's internal systems, and shows that the Razr 50 Ultra will be priced at €1,200. That currently translates into $1,288, but keep in mind that the US pricing definitely won't be that, as it's not how international price conversions work. If it's going to be €1,200 indeed, then expect it to...

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Record-breaking thin Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 and Mix Flip camera details leak

The Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 is coming, along with the Mix Flip, the company's first flip-style foldable. The Mix Fold 4's specs leaked back in March, and the Mix Flip has already been certified in China with support for satellite connectivity. Today some new details for both devices have been outed, coming from the prolific leaker calling himself Digital Chat Station on Weibo. According to him, the Mix Fold 4 will be the new record holder for thinnest foldable smartphone, taking the crown from the Honor Magic V2. Both Xiaomi foldables will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, and will...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mix_fold_4_and_mix_flip_camera_details_leak-news-62753.php

Samsung prepares for mass production of its first 3nm Exynos chip

In a press release by Samsung and Synopsys, the two companies announced that Samsung's foundries are preparing for the mass production of the first 3nm Exynos chip. Although, the press release isn't explicitly clear about the Exynos part. Samsung has collaborated with Synopsys, which is a firm specializing in electronics design automation, to fine-tune the whole manufacturing process and thus maximizing yields and improving the chip's performance. The press release says the two tech companies are in the final process of designing, called "taping out". Essentially, that means the...

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Oppo Reno12 Pro certifications reveal battery capacity, Indian launch in the cards

Last month the specs for the upcoming Oppo Reno12 leaked, and now the Reno12 Pro has been spotted in multiple certification databases. It even passed through the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), which means a launch in India is happening, eventually. The Reno12 Pro has the model number CPH2629. It will sport a 5,000 mAh typical capacity battery (4,880 mAh rated capacity in the certifications), with support for 80W SuperVOOC fast wired charging. Oppo Reno11 Pro The Camera FV-5 database lists a 50 MP main rear camera with f/1.8 aperture and support for EIS - this may or may not mean...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno12_pro_gets_multiple_certifications_ahead_of_its_release-news-62751.php

Apple's 10th generation iPad is now $100 cheaper, starting at $349

Apple has introduced the new iPad Air and the new iPad Pro today, along with the Apple Pencil Pro. While the company hasn't also refreshed its entry-level 10th generation iPad launched back in 2022, it has however made it cheaper. Starting today, you can purchase the latest 'vanilla' iPad model for $100 less than its initial price of $449. So, it's just $349 with Wi-Fi-only and 64GB of storage, and $499 with 256GB. If you want the version with 5G connectivity, you'll pay $499 with 64GB of storage, or $649 with 256GB. Nothing else about the entry-level iPad has changed, which means...

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vivo X100 Ultra, X100s, X100s Pro prices leak

A few hours ago vivo announced the official launch date for the oft-teased X100 Ultra, its all-out flagship smartphone for 2024. It will be unveiled on May 13, which is next Monday, alongside the X100s and X100s Pro. The pricing for all three models has been leaked in China. The Ultra is rumored to start at CNY 6,699 ($928 or €861 at the current exchange rates) with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Going for the version with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage will allegedly cost CNY 7,499 ($1,039, €964), while the top of the line model with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage will be priced at...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x100_ultra_x100s_x100s_pro_prices_leak-news-62731.php

Huawei Watch Fit 3 promo video leaks ahead of launch, advertises longer battery life

The Huawei Watch Fit 3 is supposed to arrive officially on May 7, but we already know pretty much everything about the company's new fitness tracker. We've seen specs and renders, but the leaked promo video also suggests improved battery life. Тhe leaked video shows some of the device's capabilities and improved battery life. The new Watch Fit 3 will be able to run for 10 days straight away from the charger on normal use, while heavier usage will bring down endurance to 7 days, which is still plenty. Aside from the usual sports modes, the video also depicts the wearable with a wide...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_watch_fit_3_promo_video_leaks_ahead_of_launch_advertises_longer_battery_life-news-62735.php

Samsung's Exynos 2600 may ditch AMD's RDNA GPU for an in-house solution

According to a recent post by a reputable source on X (@rquandt), Samsung is readying to replace the Xclipse GPU co-developed with AMD for an in-house solution. But not just yet. The Exynos 2500's GPU will still be based on AMD's RDNA architecture, although it will likely be the last of its kind. The RDNA-based Xclipse GPU debuted with the Exynos 2200 and has even made its way to Samsung's mid-range Exynos 1480. It was marketed as a serious Adreno competitor (Qualcomm's GPU) and was touted to have exceptional performance in ray-tracing games. However, if the reports are true, it looks...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsungs_exynos_2600_may_ditch_amds_rdna_gpu_for_an_inhouse_solution-news-62725.php

vivo X Fold3 Pro might go global, benchmark suggests

When vivo introduced the X Fold3 and X Fold3 Pro in March, we expected the phones to remain exclusive to China like the predecessors. Now, this might change, as a global version appears on Geekbench. A phone with the model number V2330 reached over 6,300 in multi-core score, suggesting the device is being prepped for an international unveiling. This is the very same device that was certified in Indonesia more than a month ago, which was already confirmed to have the name X Fold3 Pro. Bringing the X Fold3 Pro to the global market would make it the thinnest book-style foldable...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x_fold3_pro_might_go_global_benchmark_suggests-news-62724.php

Realme GT Neo 6 gets listed for pre-order, key specs revealed

Realme is preparing to launch the GT Neo 6 as the phone gets listed at China's biggest online retailer JD.com. The phone is already up for pre-order/registrations and one image revealed key specs of the phone. According to the listing, the Neo 6 will have a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, making it the first Realme phone with the flagship-killer chipset. We also expect 120W fast charging and up to 1 TB of internal storage. Realme GT Neo6 specs Realme already certified a smartphone with 120W charging over a month ago, and our sources claimed the RMX3852 device was indeed the GT Neo 6. We...

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Vivo announces launch date for X100 Ultra, X100s duo

The vivo X100 Ultra will be announced on May 13, the company revealed on Weibo. The event will also see the introduction of two new flagships, X100s and X100s Pro, the first of which will have flat sides and a front panel. The company already listed the phones on its online store in China, revealing the full memory combos and color options. The X100 Ultra has a camera setup that is different from that of any other X100 smartphone. According to a senior executive, the phone, with its flagship-tier camera technologies, will excel in five key scenes: The micro-gimbal anti-shake...

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Deals: iPhones are £100 off, this time including the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max

Amazon UK has dropped £100 off the prices for the entire iPhone lineup (except the SE). A while back there was a similar price drop, but it only covered the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus – this time the two Pro models are discounted as well. Starting with the iPhone 15 Pro Max, the base 256GB model is over a thousand pounds even with the discount. But iPhones were never cheap, the Pro Maxs least of all. Still, it's the best Apple phone ever made at least until this September. Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max £100 off ...

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Weekly poll: who will splurge on the Honor Magic6 RSR Porsche Design?

Earlier this week Honor started the global rollout of the Honor Magic6 RSR. This is largely similar to the Magic6 Ultimate on the inside, but the outside is the work of Porsche Design. One thing that puts it above the Ultra is the 24GB of RAM on board (paired with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3). There is only one storage option and it is 1TB. As for colors, there are a couple to choose from – Frozen Berry (the hero color of the 2020 Taycan) and Agate Gray (a classic paint job of Porsche 911 race cars). Honor Magic6 RSR in: Frozen Berry • Agate Gray We have a detailed review if you...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_who_will_splurge_on_the_honor_magic6_rsr_porsche_design-news-62697.php

Weekly poll results: Huawei Pura 70 Ultra is shaping up to be a hit, Pura 70 tops the Pro model

The lack of Google Play Store on the Huawei Pura 70 series is not ideal but not a deal-breaker either – per the comments under last week’s poll, some are already using Google-less Huawei phones and are eyeing the new series. That said, it is a no-go for others as some vital apps (e.g. local banking apps) are missing, but it seems like Huawei did a good job of stocking up the App Gallery. So, what do people think of the four phones? Well, the Huawei Pura 70 Ultra is a blockbuster in the making with half of voters expressing interest in it and only a fraction of those are waiting on reviews...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_the_huawei_pura_70_ultra_is_shaping_up_to_be_a_hit_pura_70_tops_the_pro_model-news-62693.php

Deals: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and S23 FE prices fall

Last week a 512GB Galaxy S24 Ultra was $1,220, now it’s down $50 on both Amazon and Best Buy. The 256GB model remains at $1,100 and doubling the storage is well worth the $70 if you ask us. It will help with the phone’s longevity (it will be supported for 7 years) as OS and apps will continue to grow in the coming years. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 12/512GB $250 off Read our review $1,170 at Amazon US $1,170 at Best Buy The Samsung Galaxy S23...

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