New 13-inch iPad Pro gets disassembled on video

Yesterday the new 13-inch iPad Pro got put through a grueling durability test involving scratches, burns, and bends, and today we have the next logical step - a teardown video. This time it's provided by the Phone Repair Guru YouTube channel, and if you've always wondered what's inside the thinnest device (not just the thinnest tablet) Apple's ever made, well, look no further. This tablet is barely thicker than its USB-C port, which is a feat of engineering in itself - though let's not forget the port may be to blame for the iPad's 'performance' in the aforementioned bend test. Then...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_13inch_ipad_pro_gets_disassembled_on_video-news-62934.php

iPhone 17 Slim to be more expensive than the iPhone 17 Pro Max

We've already heard that Apple is revamping its iPhone lineup next year, retiring the Plus model and launching a Slim one instead. But so far we thought the iPhone 17 Slim would be similarly positioned to the Plus, only thinner. According to a new report today, that won't be the case. Instead, the iPhone 17 Slim will be the most premium of the bunch, and thus more expensive than even the iPhone 17 Pro Max, believe it or not. Apple seems to love thinness these days, having recently released the thinnest device it's ever made in the 13" iPad Pro, and is now apparently looking to trim...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iphone_17_slim_to_be_more_expensive_than_the_iphone_17_pro_max-news-62935.php

Motorola Razr 50 / Razr 2024 specs leak

Motorola launched the Razr 40 and Razr 40 Ultra last June, and their successors are now very much on the way. We've already seen leaks detailing the Razr 50 Ultra's specs and pricing, and today it's time to turn out attention to the non-Ultra Razr 50 - which, we should add, is likely to launch in some places like North America as the Razr 2024. This will allegedly come with a 6.9-inch pOLED folding screen with 1080x2640 resolution, and a 3.63-inch cover display with a 120 Hz refresh rate. That will definitely be the most obvious upgrade compared to its successor's 1.5-inch cover...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_razr_50___razr_2024_specs_leak-news-62933.php

Sony Xperia 10 VI review

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_10_vi-review-2701.php

TikTok wants to be YouTube now, tests 60-minute video uploads

TikTok is currently testing 60-minute video uploads, in its never ending quest to be more like YouTube. The feature is currently available to a limited group of users in "select markets", the company told TechCrunch. There are currently no immediate plans to make this available more widely, but the idea is clear here - with longer-form content, TikTok can attract some YouTube viewers on top of its usual audience who's looking for short-form videos to scroll through. At launch, TikTok had a 15-minute upload limit (much like YouTube used to back in the day), but this has steadily...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tiktok_wants_to_be_youtube_now_tests_60minute_video_uploads-news-62909.php

Moto G85 stops by Geekbench with Snapdragon 4 Gen 3 SoC, 8GB of RAM

The Moto G84 made its debut in August of last year (with a release the following month), but it looks like its successor could be arriving sooner. We've already spotted the Moto G85 in a European retailer's database earlier this month, with a price of €300, and now a prototype has run Geekbench, which means it's featured in the benchmark's online database. This reveals the fact that the G85 seems to be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 4 Gen 3 chipset, which hasn't been officially announced yet, but will be the successor to the 4 Gen 2 from 2023. That was the first chip in the series made...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/moto_g85_stops_by_geekbench_with_snapdragon_4_gen_3_soc_8gb_of_ram-news-62908.php

Apple iPad Pro 11 (2024) in for review

We've been hearing about the iPad's move to OLED since 2021, but we finally have an OLED iPad in our hands in mid-2024. The unit we have for review is the 11-inch iPad Pro (2024) and it's a solid upgrade over its predecessor. Part of that is down to the elapsed time - the last iPad Pro 11 came out two years ago. Sure, the M2 processor inside that tablet is no slouch, even in 2024, but the M4 inside the new Pro is built on a more efficient second-generation 3nm process, compared to the 5nm of the M2. Some would argue whether an iPad needs an M4 chip over an A17 Pro, but this iPad...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_ipad_pro_11_2024_in_for_review-news-62906.php

Samsung trolls Apple with "UnCrush" video, responding to controversial iPad Pro ad

Apple got into a lot of hot water recently for releasing an ad for the new iPad Pros - it's called "Crush!" and the company even issued an apology for it, vowing to not air it on TV. Here it is for your viewing "pleasure": Samsung couldn't help itself and responded to Apple's ad with a new video of its own, titled "UnCrush", which has the tagline "We would never crush creativity". Take a look: We would never crush creativity. #UnCrush pic.twitter.com/qvlUqbRlnE— Samsung Mobile US (@SamsungMobileUS) May 15, 2024 Obviously, Samsung wants to capitalize on the controversy...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_trolls_apple_with_uncrush_video_responding_to_controversial_ipad_pro_ad-news-62901.php

Oppo Enco Air4 Pro announced with up to 44-hour battery life

Oppo silently announced its latest wireless earbuds with the Enco Air4 Pro. These buds promise impressive battery endurance, improved noise cancelation, and seamless switching between Oppo devices. Enco Air4 Pro are equipped with 12.4mm dynamic drivers with a titanium plated coil and pair over Bluetooth 5.4. The buds are certified for Hi-Res audio streaming with support for the LHDC 5.0 codec and they also offer 3D surround sound. Oppo also added triple microphones on each earbud for improved noise cancelation. The most impressive bit is the battery endurance with Oppo claiming...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_enco_air4_pro_announced_with_up_to_44hour_battery_life-news-62883.php

Here are the official promo videos for the Xperia 1 VI and 10 VI

Sony introduced the first two entries in its 2024 smartphone lineup earlier today with the Xperia 1 VI and Xperia 10 VI. We already covered all of the launch details and now Sony posted its official promo videos. Kicking things off is the Xperia 1 VI official design video which details the design language of the new Sony flagship alongside its key specs. Next up is the Xperia 1 VI campaign video highlighting the new triple camera setup and its updated 85-170mm telephoto module. There’s also an official product video for the Xperia 1 VI. The main focus here is on the versatile...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/here_are_the_official_promo_videos_for_the_xperia_1_vi_and_10_vi-news-62879.php

Ask Photos brings Gemini to Google Photos

It's been a very Gemini-filled Google I/O conference this year, and Google Photos hasn't escaped Gemini-fication. Google has announced Ask Photos, an "experimental feature" that will be rolling out over the coming months, making it easier for you to get to a specific memory or recall information that's in your gallery. This is powered by Gemini and will help you find what you need without scrolling through many pages of photos and videos. As the name implies, with Ask Photos, you simply ask for what you're looking for in a natural way. The example Google gives is "show...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/ask_photos_brings_gemini_to_google_photos-news-62866.php

Google announces new features for Circle to Search and Gemini on Android

At its I/O conference today, Google has unveiled a new feature for Circle to Search. It can now help students with homework. When a student circles a prompt they're stuck on, they will receive step by step instructions to solve "a range of physics and math word problems without leaving their digital info sheet or syllabus". And "later this year" Circle to Search will be able to help solve more complex problems involving symbolic formulas, diagrams, and graphs. This is all made possible by Google's new LearnLM, an effort to enhance its products and models for...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_announces_new_features_for_circle_to_search_and_gemini_on_android-news-62865.php

Google Search rolls out AI Overviews to everyone in the US

Google's Search Generative Experience experiment has reached the point where one of its features is now ready to graduate and be offered to everyone - at least everyone in the US at first. We're talking about AI Overviews, which was available as an experiment before, but is now rolling out to all Google Search users in the US. More countries will follow at some point in the future. Google expects the feature to reach a billion people by the end of the year. AI Overviews, like the name implies, will give you a quick overview of a topic with links to learn more. This was already available in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_search_rolls_out_ai_overviews_to_everyone_in_the_us-news-62864.php

iPad Pro OLED models are experiencing HDR color bug, fix incoming

The new OLED iPad Pros are experiencing a color reproduction bug when displaying HDR content. The issue is appearing on both the 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Pro models and shows blown-out blue colors that appear to have patches of white streaks on them. This appears to be an issue with the image-processing engine. iPad Pro OLED HDR bug (image: iMORE) Apple has already acknowledged the issue and is actively working on a fix which is set to arrive with the next version of iPadOS. There is no immediate time frame for when this fix will arrive. Apple’s new iPad Pro models are set to go on...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/ipad_pro_oled_models_are_experiencing_hdr_color_bug___-news-62856.php

Google Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL all leak in live hands-on images

Last month some hands-on images leaked showing the upcoming Google Pixel 9 Pro, and today the same source is back with more. Not only does the Pixel 9 Pro star in these leaked hands-on images, but it's joined by the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro XL too. In case you're surprised, note that the Pixel 9 Pro XL name hasn't been 'confirmed' yet, but Google is going to launch three high-end slab-style devices this year, which we're tentatively calling the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL. The Pixel 9 will be the successor to the Pixel 8, the Pixel 9 Pro XL will be the successor to the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_9_pixel_9_pro_and_pixel_9_pro_xl_all_shown_in_handson_images_-news-62844.php

Motorola Razr 50 Ultra / Razr+ 2024 specs leak

Motorola will soon unveil the next-generation of its high-end foldable smartphone. This will be called Razr 50 Ultra across the world, and Razr+ 2024 in the US. Following a price leak for the EU last week, today the phone's full specs have been leaked by a usually reliable source, so let's get into them. The Razr 50 Ultra / Razr+ 2024 is said to sport a 6.9-inch 1080x2640 pOLED inner folding screen, a 3.6-inch cover display, the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 SoC at the helm, 12GB of RAM, and a minimum of 256GB of storage - though there will be a 512GB option too. The phone will have a 50 MP...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_razr_50_ultra___razr_2024_specs_leak-news-62843.php

Watch the Google I/O livestream here

Google announced the Pixel 8a a week before Google I/O, but you should still tune into the company’s yearly event. It starts on May 14 at 17:00 UTC and you can watch the livestream embedded below (there is also an alternative stream with American Sign Language). With the Pixel 8a already official, why bother? Well, don’t forget that Google is yet to launch Android 15. The new OS version is currently in beta and we have already seen a lot of what it has to offer. Still, there will be a big presentation of all the improvements and new features. We will definitely hear more about...

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Tecno Camon 30 series will get Android 16 and three years of security patches

Today Tecno has finally shed some light on its software update plans for the recently launched Camon 30 series of smartphones, of which there are four so far: the Camon 30, Camon 30 5G, Camon 30 Pro, and Camon 30 Premier. The devices will get two major Android updates - to Android 15 and Android 16. The latter one is likely to come out around three years from their launch, which just happened this month, given the "3-year" wording you can see below. Tecno's software update promise for the Camon 30 series Tecno is also promising it will issue three years of security patches for...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tecno_camon_30_series_will_get_android_17_and_three_years_of_security_patches-news-62837.php

Xiaomi Mix Flip certified with 67W charging, price leaks

Xiaomi is working on a Mix Flip clamshell foldable, and the phone just got certified at CCC. The device has a model number 2405CPX3DC and will support up to 67W charging, revealed the listing. Meanwhile rumors suggest the phone will cost CNY5,999, which is about $830/€770. A photo of the phone also popped up online, but leaksters are divided on the image's authenticity. It's more likely that this picture is fabricated, following an earlier schematics of what the Mix Flip might look like. Xiaomi Mix Flip on CQC • Fan render of Mix Flip We expect the Mix Flip to have two cameras...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mix_flip_gets_certified_with_67w_charging_price_leaks-news-62829.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 19

Samsung Galaxy A55 scored yet another win in our chart this week, topping it for the second week in a row. The newly unveiled Google Pixel 8a came in second, while the Galaxy S24 Ultra completed the podium. [#InlinePriceWidget, 12824, 1#] The Redmi Note 13 Pro is down to fourth, while the yet-to-be-announced vivo X100 Ultra took the fifth spot. The Xiaomi-made pair of Poco F6 Pro and Redmi Note 13 follows as the Galaxy A15 captured eight position. The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max retained its ninth position this week, while the Huawei Pura 70 Ultra rounds up this installment of the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_19-news-62828.php

Realme 12 Pro hands-on review

Realme kicked off the year with the launch of the Realme 12 Pro series, including the Realme 12 Pro and Realme 12 Pro+, focusing mainly on design and cameras. We reviewed the Realme 12 Pro+, and now we have the Realme 12 Pro with us. We spent some time with it, and here go our findings. Design The Realme 12 Pro is built around a 6.7" FullHD+ curved AMOLED display with 950 nits peak brightness and 120 Hz screen refresh rate. It also has a punch-hole for the 16 MP selfie camera and a fingerprint scanner underneath for biometric authentication. The fingerprint reader was fast and...

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Pixel 8a, OLED iPad Pros, M4 iPad Airs official, Week 19 in review

Week 19 is over, let's recap the top stories of the past seven days. Google unveiled the Pixel 8a with a fresh new Aloe color. It's a phone with less squared-off edges and more rounded corners. It's IP67-rated and packs Gorilla Glass 3 upfront. It covers a 6.1-inch 1080p display with a 120Hz refresh rate. You get a 64MP f/1.89 main camera, and a 13MP f/2.2 ultrawide, and a 13MP f/2.2 selfie camera. Rounding up the specs is a Tensor G3 with 8GB of RAM and a 4,492mAh battery. The Pixel 8a is priced at $499 / €549 / INR 52,999 for the 128GB model and $559 / €609 / INR 59,999 for the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/pixel_8a_oled_ipad_pros_m4_ipad_airs_official_week_19_in_review-news-62814.php

Sony INZONE Buds review

The Sony INZONE Buds are a pair of truly wireless earbuds unlike what we have come across in the past. Instead of being designed primarily for your phone for playing music, the INZONE Buds are designed to be used with your PC and console for gaming. The trick here is the use of a USB dongle, which must be plugged into your PC or PS5 console. The earbuds are then able to create a custom 2.4GHz wireless connection to the dongle, which greatly reduces latency compared to what you get over Bluetooth. In this review, we will be discussing audio quality while gaming and listening to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_inzone_buds_review-news-62784.php

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 to have impressive GPU performance

According to the notorious tipster on Weibo Digital Chat Station, Qualcomm's upcoming flagship SoC, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, will likely impress with exceptional graphics performance. The post is quite vague, but gives an example with the GPU-intensive Genshin Impact game. The report claims the new Adreno GPU will run the title fluently in native 1080p resolution. The game is quite taxing even for modern high-end chipsets and to run smoothly, users need to lower the resolution. Additionally, the development of the SoC is going ahead of schedule, so Qualcomm is targeting a release...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_snapdragon_8_gen_4_to_have_impressive_gpu_performance-news-62826.php

Deals: Samsung Galaxy S23 FE gets even cheaper, Tab S6 FE price also falls

Last week we reported that the price of the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE had fallen from $600 in late April to $550 (this is for the 8/128GB version). Well, now the phone can be yours for $500. The 8/256GB versions is available for $60 more and it looks like a good upgrade, since there’s no microSD slot on this phone. Samsung Galaxy S23 FE $100 off Read our review 8/128GB - $500 at Amazon US 8/256GB - $560 at Amazon US Samsung didn’t bring the Galaxy A55 to...

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Apple is reportedly finalizing talks with OpenAI to integrate ChatGPT into iOS 18

According to a source familiar with the matter, Apple is in the final stages of negotiating a deal with OpenAI. The Cupertino-based company wants to use ChatGPT to power up some of its AI-related features in the upcoming iOS 18. Still, the source says the two firms aren't in a hurry to announce the deal officially just yet. Earlier reports claim that Apple is in talks with Google to use it's AI-powered Gemini chatbot as well. So, the smartphone maker might still be exploring other options. Interestingly enough, recent rumors suggest that Apple will try to host most of the AI...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_is_reportedly_finalizing_talks_with_openai_to_integrate_chatgpt_into_ios_18-news-62824.php