Huawei Mate 70 Pro appears in a live image with five rear cameras

Huawei launched the Mate 60 Pro last year in August, and if the brand follows a similar timeline for its successor, the Mate 70 Pro should go official next month. We haven't heard anything from Huawei about the Mate 70 Pro's launch yet, but its live image has surfaced online, corroborating a previous design leak of the Mate 70 Pro sporting a circular camera island. The source says that the Huawei Mate 70 Pro pictured in the image below is held by a company executive. It features five rear cameras, and the screen will be curved on all sides. The phone's design is concealed with a...

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Caviar announces custom Huawei Mate XT Ultimate covered with 24k gold, costs over $14k

Caviar, known for its custom luxury devices, is back with another customized device. We are talking about the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate tri-folding smartphone, which was unveiled earlier this month in China in black and red colors and has a base price of CNY19,999 ($2,850/€2,555). Caviar's customized Huawei Mate XT Ultimate is part of its Rich Colors collection and has two versions - Black Dragon and Gold Dragon. The Black Dragon model is inspired by the Xuanlong Dragon from Chinese mythology and is wrapped in black crocodile leather, resembling the scales of the Xuanlong Dragon. It's...

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Honor 200 Lite goes on sale in India

The Honor 200 Lite, introduced last week in India, is now on sale through Amazon.in and Honor's Indian website. It comes in a single 8GB/256GB configuration priced at INR17,999 ($215/€190) with three color options - Starry Blue, Cyan Lake, and Midnight Black. [#InlinePriceWidget, 12948, 1#] The Honor 200 Lite has the Dimensity 6080 chip at the helm and runs Android 14 with MagicOS 8 on top. It packs a 6.7" 1080p 90Hz AMOLED screen and is fueled by a 4,500 mAh battery with 35W charging support. The Honor 200 Lite also features a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and sports four...

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Next-gen Vision Pro to feature AI spatial computing

Ming-Chi Kuo, a highly regarded Apple analyst, says Apple plans to kick off mass production of its next-gen Vision Pro in the second half of 2025. Its key selling point will be AI spatial computing enabled by the Apple M5 chip. Apple's current Vision Pro device is powered by the M2 chip, so the M5 will significantly improve performance. This, in turn, will enable better AI capabilities, which are crucial for spatial computing. Apple wants to make the human-machine interface more intuitive and efficient by combining Apple Intelligence, eye tracking and gesture control. And the M5's...

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Redmi Note 14 5G and Redmi Buds 6 announced

Xiaomi's announcements keep piling up and the latest additions are the Redmi Note 14 5G and Redmi Buds 6. Note 14 joins the Note 14 Pro and Note 14 Pro+ as the entry-level device in the series while the Buds 6 are the latest in-ear TWS from the Xiaomi sub-brand. Redmi Note 14 5G Redmi Note 14 is built around a 6.67-inch OLED display with FHD+ resolution and a 120hz refresh rate. It gets up to 2,100 nits peak brightness and features Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. Redmi Note 14 5G Redmi Note 14 gets MediaTek’s Dimensity 7025 Ultra chipset which is paired with up to 12GB RAM...

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Oppo Reno12 Pro Manish Malhotra Limited Edition launched in India

Oppo launched the Reno12 Pro in India in July in Sunset Gold and Space Brown colors. These are now joined by a new version called the Oppo Reno12 Pro Manish Malhotra Limited Edition. Oppo partnered with Indian fashion designer Manish Malhotra for this limited edition Reno12 Pro, with its design inspired by Indian culture. Oppo's Indian branch also said that its collaboration with Malhotra for this smartphone is "not just a fusion of fashion and technology; it is a celebration of our rich cultural heritage." The difference between the Oppo Reno12 Pro Manish Malhotra...

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Xiaomi Smart Band 9 in for review

This is Xiaomi's Smart Band 9 and it's now on sale in Europe for €40/£35. It ships in a small box with a proprietary magnetic pin charger ending on a USB-A port. The smart band's easily detachable body lends itself nicely to accessories - we received the dual-tone leather strap (normally £18) and the running clip (£8), which lets you attach the band to your sneakers. Running clip and leather strap Because of a differences in dimensions, the running clip 9 is only compatible with the Smart Band 9. So what's new on the Xiaomi Smart Band 9 compared to the 8? It's ever...

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Dimensity 9400 inside Oppo Find X8 Pro tops AnTuTu 10

A new AnTuTu listing just came out, featuring Oppo's upcoming Find X8 Pro flagship phone running on what appears to be the unannounced Dimensity 9400 SoC. This leak comes right after a Geekbench scoresheet showing the chipset's CPU prowess. Interestingly, the combined AnTuTu 10 score beats every chipset we currently have in our database. The 2,880,558 points it got is way above what we've seen from the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 or even Apple's M4 (although AnTuTu doesn't recommend cross-platform comparisons). AnTuTu 10 listing However, an earlier entry for the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4...

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vivo X Fold3 Pro Lunar White Limited Edition launched in India

vivo launched the X Fold3 Pro in India in June in Celestial Black color. Today, vivo announced the X Fold3 Pro Lunar White Limited Edition, which is available for purchase through vivo's Indian website, Flipkart, and partner retail stores. The vivo X Fold3 Pro Lunar White Limited Edition is basically the Solar White model available in China. It comes in a single 16GB/512GB configuration like the Celestial Black model and costs the same - INR159,999 ($1,910/€1,715). vivo X Fold3 Pro Lunar White Limited Edition • vivo X Fold3 Pro Celestial Black The specs and features are the...

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Meizu Lucky 08 arrives with mid-range price, bets big on AI

Meizu took the wraps off its Lucky 08 smartphone and its main claim to fame is AI. The device boots Meizu’s Flyme AI OS and it is packed with all kinds of smart features ranging from automatic call answering and call summarization to AI-powered shopping assistant that helps you find the best deals by comparing prices. Meizu Lucky 08 in Star White and Meteorite Black The new interface also brings an updated AI assistant that can answer search queries, analyze documents, transcribe and summarize voice recordings. Meizu even made the power button double as a dedicated AI quick toggle...

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Watch the Xiaomi 14T series unveiling here

Today is the day of the Xiaomi 14T series global launch. It is exactly a year after the 13T series launched and once again we expect to see two models: Xiaomi 14T and Xiaomi 14T Pro. Once again, the pair will feature cameras co-engineered with Leica, plus high quality displays and high-end chipsets. We’ve seen many leaks that detail the specs, but the event is about to start, so let’s focus on the official details. The event starts at 2:00pm GMT. Unlike its predecessor, the Xiaomi 14T Pro will support wireless charging (at 50W) in addition to super-fast wired charging (120W). You...

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Samsung Galaxy Ring receives its first software update

The Samsung Galaxy Ring, unveiled in February and launched in July, is receiving its first software update. The update comes with firmware version Q50XWWU2AXH1 and requires a download of just 0.64MB. It isn't bringing much, after all. The changelog says, "The stability of Bluetooth connection, and Samsung Health has been improved," without getting into the specifics. The update is seeding in the US, and the rollout should expand to other regions soon. You can read our Samsung Galaxy Ring review if you plan to buy one. Source

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Watch the vivo V40e's launch live

The vivo V40e teased last week will be unveiled today in India with an "irresistible blend of style and camera technology." The launch will begin at 12 PM IST (6:30 AM UTC), and you can follow it live with us by joining the YouTube stream below. vivo hasn't detailed the V40e's specs sheet, but the brand has revealed its design and key specs, including a 6.77" 120Hz 1080p curved display, 5,500 mAh battery, and 80W charging support. The vivo V40e will come in Royal Bronze and Mint Green colors and feature three cameras - 50MP primary (Sony IMX882, OIS), 8MP ultrawide, and 50MP...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_v40e_launch_event_live_stream-news-64676.php

Amazon slip up reveals Xiaomi 14T and 14T Pro prices and generous launch promo

Amazon Italy slipped up and revealed the Xiaomi 14T series early. It was quick to hide it, but not quick enough – one of our readers saw it and tipped us immediately (thanks!). Xiaomi 14T (images by Amazon Italy) We won’t have to wait long for the official reveal, it’s happening on September 26 (Thursday) and the promo will run until October 31. And there will be an impressive promo – a free Redmi Pad Pro (6/128GB, valued at €330) and a free 120W charger (valued at €60) will be included. The Xiaomi 14T Pro will be available in 256GB and 512GB variants, priced at €800 and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/amazon_slip_up_reveals_xiaomi_14t_and_14t_pro_prices_and_generous_launch_promo-news-64675.php

Nothing Ear (open) in for review

This is the Nothing Ear (open) - the flamboyant maker's entry into the open-ear TWS market. The buds ship in a semi-transparent charging case with a USB-C cable. The Nothing Ear (open) combine behind-the-ear silicone hooks with Nothing's standout transparent look. Nothing says the buds have a three-point balance system with the hooks enabling a secure fit. Each bud has a custom diaphragm with a titanium coating, an ultralight, yet large 14.2mm driver. Nothing says the shape reduces distortion and enhances low frequencies. The titanium helps with high notes. The Nothing Ear...

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The Galaxy A16 5G will use the Dimensity 6300 in India and Thailand

While the renders of the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G didn’t cause much excitement, the promise of 6 years of updates (that includes six major OS updates and six years of patches) caused quite a stir. The phone inched closer to official status today with Samsung India putting up support pages and Thailand’s NBTC certifying the phone. Well, one version of the phone, anyway, SM-A166P/DS. This is the same model number as on the support page for India. This version appeared in benchmark results a while back with a Dimensity 6300 chipset. Later, a different model, SM-A166E, showed up with an...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_galaxy_a16_5g_will_use_the_dimensity_6300_in_india_and_thailand-news-64674.php

Nothing Ear (Open) leaks in full ahead of imminent unveiling

Nothing is entering the open-ear earbud market in just a few hours, with the unveiling of the Nothing Ear (Open), scheduled for September 24 at 14:00 UK time (15:00 CET, 9 AM in New York, 6 AM in California, and 18:30 in India). And now, ahead of the official announcement, the Ear (Open) have been leaked as you can see from the images below. The earbuds have a semi-transparent design which is Nothing's trademark of course. Each bud has a 14.2 mm driver made of titanium-coated polyethylene terephthalate. Each has a 64 mAh battery, and there's a 635 mAh battery in the case. The...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_ear_open_leaks_in_full_ahead_of_imminent_unveiling-news-64659.php

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE unboxing video leaks along with US pricing

Samsung's Galaxy S24 FE was supposedly coming next month, according to a past rumor, then last week we heard it could drop this week, but that hasn't happened yet. In the meantime, the phone just keeps on leaking, as it's been doing for quite a long time now. An official unboxing video has been outed by legendary leakster Evan Blass over on X. It confirms the spartan box, also the fact that it's black cardboard. You aren't getting a charger, but hopefully by this point you weren't expecting one anyway. The S24 FE will be offered in blue, Graphite, gray, Mint, and yellow. The video...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s24_fe_unboxing_video_leaks_along_with_us_pricing-news-64658.php

Oppo Find X8 will pack a bigger battery than the X7 even though it's thinner and lighter

Oppo's upcoming Find X8 has already been confirmed to beat Apple's iPhone 16 Pro at the bezel game, and now an intriguing new detail has been made official by an Oppo exec over on Weibo. The Find X8 will be smaller, thinner, and lighter than the Find X7 was. It will also have a smaller camera bump. But at the same time, it will pack a larger battery than the X7's 5,000 mAh cell. Oppo Find X8 (bottom) next to an iPhone 16 Pro (top) That is, needless to say, quite a feat of engineering. Zhou Yibao, the exec in question, promises us that the phone will feel amazing in the hand. For...

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iPhone 16 Pro users are facing touchscreen issues

Users online report touchscreen issues on the iPhone 16 Pro. The phone appears to fail to register some swipes and taps, which significantly impacts functionality. The issue is being observed on both iOS 18 and iOS 18.1. It is believed that the palm rejection algorithm is to blame here because the issue is more prevalent around the edges of the screen, especially around the Camera Control button. The software will sometimes ignore touches around the edges for a short while after other parts of the screen have come in contact with your hand. Some speculate that the reason for such an...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iphone_16_pro_users_are_facing_touchscreen_issues-news-64656.php

Mediatek Dimensity 9400 chipset beats Apple A18 Pro in GPU benchmark

Mediatek is expected to release the Dimensity 9400 chipset next month. It will have the Immortalis-G925 graphics unit by Arm, which the Taiwanese company claims will be "the highest performing, most efficient GPU to date." Recent benchmarks confirmed this might be true regarding raw power. The GPU scored 134 fps in the GFX Aztec 1440p off-screen Vulkan benchmark, which is much higher than the 72 fps on the Apple A18 Pro and the 95 fps on last year's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. The Aztec test is part of the GFXBench suite, designed to simulate an intensive 3D game-like environment and push...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/mediatek_dimensity_9400_chipset_beats_apple_a18_pro_in_gpu_benchmark-news-64647.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 38

Apple's iPhone 16 Pro Max extended its streak on top of our chart in week 38, but its siblings didn't do so well in the second week of their existence, giving other phones in our database a better chance to shine. [#InlinePriceWidget, 13123, 1#] Huawei Mate XT Ultimate ended up second, ahead of the vanilla iPhone 16. Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra came in fourth with the Galaxy A55 climbing back up to fifth. The iPhone 16 Pro fell to sixth position, just ahead of the Redmi Note 13 Pro. We then have the Galaxy A15 and the iPhone 15 Pro Max, which kept its place in the top 10,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_38-news-64646.php

Galaxy S25 Ultra is thin all around, iOS 18 is out, Week 38 in review

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is the hottest story this week. We learned that it will be thinner than the Galaxy S24 Ultra at 8.2mm and that it will have thinner side bezels too - enough to outdo Apple's latest iPhone 16 Pro Max. We also learned the battery capacities of the S25 series - a 4,900mAh unit in the S25+ matches its predecessor, the S25 will have the same 4,000mAh unit as its predecessor, and unsurprisingly, the S25 Ultra will match the S24 Ultra's 5,000mAh unit. Samsung Galaxy S25, S25 Ultra thickness confirmed by...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_s25_ultra_has_thin_bezels_ios_18_is_out_week_38_in_review-news-64631.php

Weekly poll: the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 and V Flip2 are launching next week, do you want one?

A year ago, Tecno unveiled its first foldables. Now the company has followed up with the second generation models, which bring some vital improvements, but also leave quite a few things as they were. Starting with the Tecno Phantom V Fold2, this horizontal foldable is now noticeably thinner and lighter – 12mm and 249g, down from 14.5mm and 299g for the previous generation. That’s right, over 2mm thinner and 50g lighter, and Tecno still managed to increase the battery size to 5,750mAh (750mAh more than the original). The new body also has an IP54 rating for basic dust and water...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_the_tecno_phantom_v_fold2_and_v_flip2_are_launching_next_week_do_you_want_one-news-64584.php

Weekly poll results: it's a bad start for the iPhone 16 series as people look for alternatives

Things aren’t going the way Apple was hoping. Before September, analysts reported that Apple would be building more iPhone 16 phones, mostly upping the number of Pro models produced. Now that the first week of pre-orders is done, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo compiled data that shows that pre-orders are down and it’s mostly the fault of the two Pro models (the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus numbers actually went up!). Let’s look at the results from last week’s poll to try and figure out what went wrong. Apple didn’t increase the prices, which was great to see. The higher charge rates over USB-C and MagSafe...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_its_a_bad_start_for_the_iphone_16_series_as_people_look_for_alternatives-news-64586.php

Tecno Pop 9 5G's key specs, price segment, design, and launch date revealed

Tecno launched the Pop 8 last October, and next week, on September 24, it will unveil the Pop 9 5G. Tecno said the Pop 9 5G will be priced under INR10,000 ($120/€110) and feature a 48MP camera on the rear, using a Sony IMX582 sensor. It will be sold in India through Amazon.in, which set up a promo page on its website revealing the smartphone's design and key specs. The Tecno Pop 9 5G will be powered by the Dimensity 6300 SoC and have two configurations - 4GB/64GB and 4GB/128GB. It will feature a 120Hz punch-hole display and pack a 5,000 mAh battery with 18W charging...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tecno_pop_9_5g_specs_price_design_launch_date-news-64644.php

Here's how fast the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25+ will charge

Samsung's Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25+ are expected to be unveiled in January, and they are currently on a very slow march through various regulatory authorities across the world, receiving certifications. The 3C certification in China has today revealed a pretty disappointing fact. Both of these phones will have the exact same maximum charging levels as their predecessors. So, the Galaxy S25 will charge at up to 25W, while the Galaxy S25+ will go up to 45W. That's via USB-C, of course. Wireless charging speed isn't revealed through the 3C certification unfortunately, so we'll have to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/heres_how_fast_the_galaxy_s25_and_galaxy_s25_will_charge-news-64641.php

Apple iPhone 16 Pro in for review

Ever since Apple made its first big iPhone in 2014 (happy anniversary, iPhone 6 Plus), the smaller Pro model has been sitting in its shadow. Most years saw a specs disparity with the Pro Max model getting some form of advantage - like the 5x zoom camera, which was only offered on the iPhone 15 Pro Max. This year, on the other hand, the smaller Pro shines alongside its bigger counterpart. Size aside, this is every bit a Pro iPhone as the Pro Max. They even share the same two-accessory retail box - you get a braided USB-C cable and a SIM tool. So what's new? The iPhone 16 Pro has a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_iphone_16_pro_in_for_review-news-64636.php