Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold wired charging support officially confirmed and it's disappointing

If you've been wondering why our testing revealed the fact that the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold takes a whopping one hour and 36 minutes to fully charge, the answer is quite simple - but not great news. It turns out that the Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the slowest wired charging support of all Pixel 9s. It tops out at just 21W. This unfortunate number has finally been confirmed directly by Google today. So with that context in mind, it's no surprise that the search giant's second foldable smartphone takes so long to charge. If you're wondering why Google would pull something like this,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_9_pro_fold_wired_charging_support_officially_confirmed_and_its_disappointing-news-64634.php

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ and S10 Ultra Book Cover Keyboard cases leak

Samsung's Galaxy Tab S10+ and S10 Ultra will arrive this year with no vanilla model alongside them, according to multiple rumors. Today, the Book Cover Keyboard cases for both models have been leaked. The new keyboard has a dedicated Galaxy AI key, because it's 2024 and of course it does. This is housed next to the Alt key on the right side. It could be similar to the Windows Copilot key in terms of functionality, but more details aren't known at this point. AI key The AI key replaces the Lang key from previous Galaxy Tab keyboards. Samsung will, as always, offer two versions of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s10_and_s10_ultra_book_cover_keyboard_cases_leak-news-64633.php

It’s official: Huawei Mate XT Ultimate will make its way outside of China after all

Huawei shipped the first units of its first tri-fold Mate XT Ultimate earlier today in China and if you were left wondering whether the device would ever make its way outside of its home market then we have some good news! We can now confirm the Mate XT Ultimate will launch globally in Q1 2025. With a starting price of CNY 19,999 ($2,800/€2,550) in China, Mate XT is already one of the most expensive bits of tech you can purchase, and when we factor in the price fluctuations between China and the rest of the world, that cost could balloon to well over $3,000/€3,000 for international...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/its_official_huawei_mate_xt_ultimate_will_make_its_way_outside_of_china_after_all-news-64632.php

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max in for review

Every year, we hear some form of "the biggest update to the iPhone ever" and while it's accuracy varies standing across from you today is truly the biggest iPhone ever - the iPhone 16 Pro Max. Let's get the unboxing out of the way before we go on. You get a nice, braided USB-C cable and a SIM tool - enjoy them while you can, we have a feeling they might also be on their way out. Apple put a truly massive 6.9-inch screen in this year's Pro Max but this doesn't feel like a massive iPhone. That's because Apple also thinned the bezels and the upsizing doesn't feel as drastic. Still,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_iphone_16_pro_max_in_for_review-news-64635.php

Oppo Find X8 and Find X8 Pro's earliest announcement date revealed

Oppo is introducing ColorOS 15 on October 17 with - you guessed it - a focus on AI. And if you were wondering when the company's next flagship smartphone line would be getting official, we now sort of have an answer. According to Digital Chat Station over on Weibo, the Find X8 and Find X8 Pro could be unveiled as soon as October 21. Not sooner than that, it seems. But it's reasonable to assume it could be later. Not much later, since Chinese companies are all competing with each other to launch new flagship products as soon as possible each year. Oppo Find X7 Ultra The Find X8 and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_x8_and_find_x8_pro_earliest_announcement_date_revealed-news-64610.php

Apple Intelligence is finally unleashed thanks to iOS 18.1 public beta

It's finally here - sort of. Following the disappointing launch of iOS 18 on Monday without any Apple Intelligence features, today these have finally become available to the regular, non-developer public. But only if you are willing to try out iOS 18.1 (or iPadOS 18.1), as its first public beta has now come out following a period of developer-only testing. Keep in mind that the beta might have plenty of issues and bugs, so it's generally not recommended to install on your main device. If you do want to try your luck, then you need to go to Settings > General > Software Update, tap the info...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_intelligence_is_finally_unleashed_thanks_to_ios_181_public_beta-news-64613.php

Sony 1000XM5 headphones get pink versions

Not long ago Beats decided to Kardashianize the Studo Pro headphones with some new colors, and today - coincidence or not - Sony is following suit. Only there's no Kim Kardashian here, and we're only getting one new color, not three. Both the WH-1000XM5 over-ear headphones and the WF-1000XM5 true wireless earbuds are now being offered in pink. This seems to be true across regions, but the exact name of the new colorway will vary by locale for some reason. Rest assured that it is, however, the exact same pink everywhere. The products are identical in every other respect...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/sony_1000xm5_headphones_get_pink_versions-news-64611.php

One UI 6.1.1 update makes it to the Galaxy S22, Fold4, Flip4, and Tab S8

Samsung started rolling out the update to One UI 6.1.1 for the Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy Z Flip5, and Galaxy Z Fold5 on Monday, and today the company is pushing the update to these devices' predecessors along with some tablets. We're talking about the Galaxy S22 family, the Fold4, Flip4, and the Galaxy Tab S8 models. As usual with such updates, the rollout begins in Samsung's native South Korea. For the Galaxy S22 family, it's rolling out as software version S90xNKSU5EXH7 with a download size of over 2.8GB. The Galaxy Z Flip4 gets version F721NKSU4GXH7, while the Fold4 has...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/one_ui_611_update_makes_it_to_the_galaxy_s22_fold4_flip4-news-64609.php

Xiaomi overtook Apple in terms of global sales for August

Xiaomi claimed the number two spot in Counterpoint Research’s global monthly sell-through volumes for August. The Chinese brand outpaced Apple which came in third place while Samsung retained the leading spot. Xiaomi’s shipment figures in August remained flat but Apple’s seasonal decline in shipments ahead of the iPhone 16 series launch played a pivotal role that led to its declining market share. Redmi Note 13: Pro 4G, Pro 5G, Pro+ 5G On the other side, Xiaomi has been growing rapidly in 2024 with 22% year over year growth in sales volume. Counterpoint analyst point out...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_overtook_apple_in_terms_of_global_shipments_for_august-news-64587.php

Samsung halts One UI 6.1.1 rollout for the Galaxy S23 Ultra

On Monday Samsung started pushing the update to One UI 6.1.1 to the Galaxy S23 family in Europe, India, and other markets. Today the company has suspended the rollout for the Galaxy S23 Ultra. The reason is a bug that is causing ghosting in pictures captured at zoom levels between 16x and 19.9x. This issue doesn't affect any other phones, so only the rollout for the S23 Ultra was halted. The company is currently working on addressing the issue. Once it's done that, it will re-release the update with it fixed. Right now it's unclear how long this will take, but hopefully it won't be more...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_halts_one_ui_611_rollout_for_the_galaxy_s23_ultra-news-64589.php

EU court finds Qualcomm guilty of predatory pricing

The EU's second highest court confirmed an earlier verdict and found Qualcomm guilty of what is known as predatory pricing. However, the court reduced the fine from €242 million to €238.7 million. The case concerns Qualcomm's contract with British software maker Icera, which is now part of Nvidia. Between 2009 and 2011, Qualcomm sold chips below cost. This practice aims to exclude other competitors from the potential deal. Qualcomm has put forward numerous appeals, including one that claims the Qualcomm-Icera deal accounted for just 0.7% of the Universal Mobile Telecommunications...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/eu_court_qualcomm-news-64588.php

Umidigi G100 is official with 50 MP main camera, 6,000 mAh battery

Umidigi's latest smartphone is the G100, billed as "a perfect blend of sleek design, immersive display, and smooth performance". It's 8.1 mm thin, and comes with a flat frame because every smartphone these days apparently has to. It will be available in Rock Black, Lake Green, Interstellar Blue, and Starry White. It has a 6.9-inch display with 120 Hz refresh rate, and it's powered by the Unisoc T615 chipset paired with up to 8GB of RAM. The device sports a huge 6,000 mAh battery ensuring plenty of longevity on one charge. And speaking of charging, the phone supports 20W wired...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/umidigi_g100_is_official_with_50_mp_main_camera_6000_mah_battery-news-64590.php

Here's the first iPhone 16 Pro unboxing video

Apple unveiled the iPhone 16 family last week and they will all become available this Friday, on September 20. Be that as it may, someone has already gotten their hands on an iPhone 16 Pro - somehow. Naturally (and thankfully) they also decided to film their unboxing of the phone. Not just that, but they have also provided us with a look at how the Camera Control behaves in real life. This new button is more than just a two-step camera shutter button (hi, Sony), featuring multiple sensors that make it incredibly versatile. iPhone 16 Pro Unboxing pic.twitter.com/oiUtk5F928— Majin Bu...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/heres_the_first_iphone_16_pro_unboxing_video-news-64572.php

A game of milimeters - Galaxy S25 Ultra to have thinner bezels than iPhone 16 Pro Max

Apple just dropped the new iPhone 16 Pro Max with a massive 6.9-inch display with thinner bezels. Importantly, the display is bigger than the Galaxy S24 Ultra's and its bezels are thinner than Samsung's current flagship. But according to Ice Universe, the upcoming Galaxy S25 Ultra will match the iPhone 16 Pro Max' 6.9-inch diagonal. It will slim down the bezels by 0.2mm compared to the S24 Ultra, which means Samsung's upcoming flagship will have slimmer bezels than the Pro Max iPhone. The rumor comes alongside a render of the Galaxy S25 Ultra next to the iPhone 16 Pro Max. It matches...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/a_game_of_milimeters__galaxy_s25_ultra_has_thinner_bezels_than_iphone_16_pro_max-news-64559.php

The Realme GT 6 is getting Magic Compose AI feature in a partnership with Google

Realme has partnered with Google to introduce new AI features to its phones. The Realme GT 6 will soon be updated with six AI functions, including the new Magic Compose, as well as AI features that we’ve seen on other Realme phones. Magic Compose will be accessible in the Messages app. It allows you to answer texts without typing at all, as the feature will automatically offer possible responses. And if you do decide to write something up yourself, the AI can help you rewrite it in a particular style (from official to whimsical). Initially, Magic Compose will be available in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_realme_gt_6_is_getting_magic_compose_ai_feature_in_a_partnership_with_google-news-64564.php

iPhone 16 Pro battery replacement will cost more than for any other iPhone

Apple has decided to hike the price of battery replacement for its latest premium smartphones, the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. The company is charging 20% more for these than for the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. Not just that, but keep in mind that battery replacement for the entire iPhone 15 family costs the same. Now though we have a price gap between the 16 Pros and the 16 non-Pros as well as all other iPhones that came before them. The replacement for the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max will cost you $119, while for the vanilla iPhone 16 and the iPhone 16 Plus it's $99 -...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iphone_16_pro_battery_replacement_will_cost_more_than_for_any_other_iphone-news-64550.php

Apple Watch sleep apnea detection is now FDA certified

Following the FDA authorization of the new Hearing Aid mode for the AirPods Pro 2 last week, today Apple has another wearable in a similar situation. The sleep apnea detection for the Apple Watch is now FDA certified. This will work with the Apple Watch Series 9, Series 10, and Ultra 2. The Apple Watch Series 10 will be released on September 20. The feature will be part of watchOS 11, which is expected to go out today. Once you enable it, it needs ten nights of sleep tracking data over a 30-day period to determine whether you may have sleep apnea. It also offers insights into sleep...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_watch_sleep_apnea_detection_is_now_fda_certified-news-64549.php

Android 15 will finally catch up with iOS when it comes to notifications

Have you ever been annoyed by receiving a ton of expired notifications on your Android tablet? You are not alone. However, with Android 15, Google is finally introducing a solution to the problem by syncing your notifications across devices. Buried deep in Android 15 QPR1 Beta 1, Mishaal Rahman of Android Authority found evidence that Google is working on the said feature. It will allow you to sync notifications, so once you dismiss them on one device, they will disappear from the notification shade on your other Android devices assigned to your Google account. Unfortunately,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/android_15_might_bring_notification_syncing_across_devices-news-64547.php

Samsung Galaxy M55s listing reveals its debut market

Samsung's Galaxy M55s has been in the works for quite a while now, and last week some renders of it leaked showing the very distinctive design portrayed below. Now, the M55s has been listed on Samsung's website in India, in the Support section. This listing confirms both the M55s name and the fact that one version will come with 8GB of RAM. More options could be offered upon launch, of course. The Galaxy M55s has already been certified for sale in India by BIS, so its launch over there is a given. A prototype of the phone has been spotted in the Geekbench database rocking the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_m55s_listing_reveals_one_of_its_launch_markets-news-64548.php

Pixel 9 Pro Fold snaps in durability test

Last year’s Google Pixel Fold failed JerryRigEverything’s bend test so we’ve been waiting to see if its successor - the Pixel 9 Pro Fold can survive the durability test. The start is promising – the Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protected cover screen scratches at level 6 on Mohs hardness scale while the main UTG screen is covered in plastic and scratches at a level 2. It’s all downhill from there as the host adds sand and small rocks on the main screen which immediately find their way inside the device and its hinge. The bend test starts at the 5:40 mark in the video, and like last year,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/pixel_9_pro_fold_snaps_in_durability_test-news-64538.php

Samsung, Xiaomi and other makers found guilty of colluding with Amazon and Flipkart

Samsung, Xiaomi, and other major smartphone companies are guilty of breaching antitrust laws, according to regulatory reports. Reuters revealed that the Competition Commission of India (CCI) found that Amazon and Flipkart violated local competition laws by giving preference to select makers, hurting other companies. Samsung Galaxy M35 is cheaper on Amazon India, compared with offline stores The CCI posted a 1,027-page report on Amazon, colluding with Samsung, Xiaomi, Motorola, Realme, and OnePlus. All these companies had "exclusive phone launches," breaking competition law. Similar is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/india_finds_samsung_xiaomi_guilty_of_colluding_with_amazon_and_flipkart-news-64537.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 37

Apple's new lineup is here and expectedly it took our trending chart by storm. The iPhone 16 Pro Max was by far the most popular phone in our database in week 37, with the 16 Pro taking the silver medal. [#InlinePriceWidget, 13123, 1#] The vanilla iPhone 16 completes the all-Apple podium, while another exciting new product to come out this week ended up fourth. Huawei's Mate XT with its tri-fold design will likely only sell in very limited numbers, but there's clearly no shortage of interest from the general public. Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra came in fifth with the Galaxy A55...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_37-news-64536.php

A Pixel and Galaxy-exclusive feature is finally coming to other phones

First introduced back in 2023, the Circle to Search feature allows you to circle anything on the screen and run a visual search through Google's Search engine and Google Lens. Ever since its inception, the functionality has been available only on select Samsung devices and Google's Pixel phones, but that's about to change. Reportedly, Tecno has confirmed to a number of reviewers that their recently announced foldable Tecno V Fold 2 will get the Circle to Search feature sometime next month. This, in turn, means that Google is planning to roll out the current Pixel and Samsung-exclusive...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/a_pixel_and_samsungexclusive_feature_is_finally_coming_to_other_phones-news-64535.php

Weekly poll: are you getting an iPhone 16? Which one?

This week was the annual iPhone launch. The announcement was on Monday, pre-orders started on Friday, shipments and open sales will kick off next Friday. Will you be among the people who upgrade to an iPhone 16? Let’s start with an overview. The 16-series brings more powerful Apple A18 and A18 Pro chipsets that can run AI, Apple Intelligence specifically. However, that won’t be out for at least a month and, if you are in the EU or China, it might take much longer. Apple iPhone 16 highlights The other major change this generation is the Action Button, which is a configurable...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_are_you_getting_an_iphone_16_which_one-news-64503.php

Weekly poll results: the Honor Magic V3 proves hugely popular

Only 1 in 10 people think that there are better foldables than the Honor Magic V3, judging by the results from last week’s poll. This comes with an asterisk as some potential competitors just aren’t available in all the markets where the V3 is present. That’s their loss, however (and, perhaps, a loss for consumers). Anyway, there is the persistent vote from people who just don’t like foldables. That’s okay, Honor has plenty of traditional phones. But those voters aside, most people like the Magic V3 – the only major issue with it is its price. Even so, a whopping 41% of voters are...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_the_honor_magic_v3_proves_hugely_popular-news-64504.php

vivo V40e specs and render surface online ahead of launch

Vivo is getting ready to launch a new member of its V40 family, the vivo V40e. But even though the name suggests it's a lower-tier phone in its respective lineup, the leaked specs online suggest it shouldn't be overlooked. The render shows part of the device's design and one of the color options likely called Royal Bronze. It's also clear that the display will be curved and the back design will be largely similar to its siblings. Vivo's internal testing claims that the display can reach 4,500 nits of peak brightness. Additionally, the V40e will be the slimmest smartphone on the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_v40e_specs_and_render_surface_online_ahead_of_launch-news-64534.php

These Google Pixel 9 series features could come to older Pixels

The Google Pixel 9 series smartphones unveiled last month came with new features exclusive to the lineup. These include Auto Frame and Reimagine, which could trickle down to older Pixel smartphones. Android Authority and X user AssembleDebug have found evidence in the Google Photos app, which suggests Google could bring Auto Frame and Reimagine to older Pixels. The publication says there are three variants of the Google Photos app with different configurations: one for all non-Pixel Android devices, one for the Pixels launched between 2021 and 2023, and one for the Pixels launched in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_9_series_features_old_pixels-news-64533.php