Oppo Reno13 and Reno13 Pro hands-on image leaks

Oppo is soon launching the Reno13 and Reno13 Pro mid-rangers along with the Oppo Pad 3. The phones have been pictured a couple of times so far, and in both cases we saw an uncanny resemblance to an Apple iPhone. That doesn't change today when we get to gawk at the first hands-on image showing both the Reno13 and the Reno13 Pro. See for yourself below. Oppo Reno 13 and Reno 13 Pro#Oppo #OppoReno13series #OppoReno13 #Reno13 #OppoReno13Pro #Reno13Pro pic.twitter.com/xkmYETplaR— Anvin (@ZionsAnvin) November 15, 2024 They still have obvious iPhone vibes, in the camera rings and in the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno13_and_reno13_pro_handson_image_leaks-news-65354.php

TSMC's $6.6B grant from U.S. government finalized

Back in April, the United States Department of Commerce announced $6.6 billion in direct funding for TSMC under the U.S. CHIPS and Science Act. The subsidy has now been finalized and will include an additional $5 billion in government loans, which will help expand TSMC’s semiconductor production in Phoenix, Arizona. This is the first major binding contract in the CHIPS and Science program following its inception in 2022. TSMC semiconductor manufacturing fab site in Phoenix, Arizona The agreement will see government funds handed out to TSMC on a project milestone basis, with the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tsmcs_66b_grant_from_us_government_finalized_-news-65351.php

Realme kicks off GT 7 Pro pre-orders a week ahead of international launch

Realme's GT 7 Pro handset was announced in China a few weeks ago but hasn't yet made it outside its home country. Realme has scheduled an international launch event on November 26 and has already set up a landing page on Amazon.in. Starting November 18, the company is launchings a pre-order offer for Indian consumers about a week before the official launch date. The pre-booking will be available on Amazon.in, and in physical stores. The official Realme website will open pre-orders on the announcement date - November 25. If you want to reserve your GT 7 Pro online, it will require...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_kicks_off_gt_7_pro_preorders_a_week_ahead_of_international_launch-news-65348.php

Motorola to bring Android 15 to nearly 30 models

Motorola announced today that over two dozen phones from its portfolio are lined up for an Android 15 update. The company updated support pages for 30 devices from the Razr, Edge, Moto G, and Thinkphone portfolio, announcing they should be getting the latest OS soon. Here is the full list of devices that got their pages refreshed: Razr 50 Ultra (aka razr+ 2024) Razr 50 (aka razr 2024) Razr 50s Razr 40 Ultra (aka razr+ 2023) Razr 40 (aka razr 2023) Razr 40s Edge 2024 Edge+ 2023 Edge 2023 Edge 50 Ultra Edge 50 Pro Edge 50 Edge 50 Neo Edge 50...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_to_bring_android_15_to_nearly_30_models-news-65346.php

Apple Mac mini (M4) in for review

Today we have with us the new 2024 Mac mini, which features a new design and the latest Apple M4 processor. The new Mac mini is an incredibly small computer, measuring just five inches in length and breadth while being just under two inches tall. The design is just over an inch bigger than the latest Apple TV 4K model, which is incredible when you consider the Mac mini is a full-fledged computer. The packaging for the new model isn’t that much wider than the computer itself, which is typical for Apple. It’s also relatively empty with just a power cable inside, which is also...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_mac_mini_m4_in_for_review-news-65333.php

European Commission issues Meta with hefty fine for tying Facebook and Marketplace

The European Commission (EC) is at it again, issuing another hefty fine to a US tech giant. This time it's Meta and the fine is €797.72 million (about $843.1 million). The reason has to do with Meta basically shoving Marketplace down every Facebook user's throat, whether they wanted it or not. This, the EC states, constitutes imposing unfair trading conditions on other online classified ads service providers. Basically, the only classified ads you're likely to see on Facebook are from Meta through Marketplace, and that leaves out any possible competitors because of the way it's tied...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/european_commission_issues_meta_with_hefty_fine_for_tying_facebook_and_marketplace-news-65330.php

vivo S20 Pro's impressive specs leak

vivo's S20 and S20 Pro are due to arrive this month and following a specs leak for the S20 back in October, today we have a list of the S20 Pro's specs. According to the always busy Digital Chat Station, the S20 Pro has a 6.67-inch 1260x2800 LTPS OLED touchscreen that is quad curved, a 50 MP selfie camera, a 50 MP main rear camera using Sony's IMX921 sensor, a 50 MP ultrawide, and a 50 MP 3x zoom periscope telephoto using Sony's IMX882 sensor. vivo S19 Pro The phone will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ SoC, will have an optical in-display fingerprint sensor, and a 5,500...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_s20_pros_impressive_specs_leak-news-65328.php

Google Gemini app for iOS now available

Google has released its Gemini app for iOS, allowing users to tinker with the AI assistant via voice, text or camera. The new app offers all of the basic functionality you could previously access via the Gemini section on the Google app. Google Gemini app for iOS One key addition to the Gemini app on iOS is direct access to Gemini Live – the real-time voice chat experience with Google’s AI assistant. iPhone 15 Pro series and iPhone 16 series users can also assign the Gemini app via the Action Button for quick searches or conversations Like AI assistants from other...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_gemini_app_for_ios_now_available-news-65329.php

Amazon launches Haul, its Temu competitor with all items under $20

Amazon couldn't ignore the rise of Temu and Shein anymore, and so today it's launching its competitor to both. It's called Haul (what an apt name!) and all items in Haul cost under $20, with the majority being $10 and under. Shipping takes one to two weeks and is free for orders over $25, otherwise it's $3.99. Returns are free within 15 days for items over $3, and if you buy over $50 you get 5% off, with 10% off orders over $75. Here's the catch: Haul is currently only available in the US. And an additional, slightly less catchy catch - it's a mobile-only affair. You either use the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/amazon_launches_haul_its_temu_competitor_with_all_items_under_20-news-65311.php

Tipster reiterates Galaxy S25 series to sport Snapdragon 8 Elite everywhere

With a rumored launch in January, the Samsung Galaxy S25 series is potentially just two months away, and the leaks and rumors keep on coming. The latest one comes from renowned tipster IceUniverse and claims we’ll only see one chipset option for the upcoming flagships – Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite. Leaked renders of Samsung Galaxy S25 • Galaxy S25+ • Galaxy S25 Ultra Previous rumors suggested we’d see a Snapdragon/Exynos split for the S25 generation, similar to the Galaxy S24 series but that may not end up being the case as we've seen reports that Samsung is struggling with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tipster_reiterates_galaxy_s25_series_to_sport_snapdragon_8_elite_everywhere-news-65309.php

WhatsApp clarifies how muting group chats works

WhatsApp is now testing a clearer way to let you know what happens when you mute group chats. This has been spotted by a few people in the latest beta update for Android. As you can see from the screenshot below, the new feature lets you choose between receiving notifications for all group messages or only for "Highlights", which include @mentions, replies, and "other relevant messages". This is obviously meant to make large and very active group chats more manageable for people. The interesting thing is that "Highlights" are what you'll get even today in the non-beta app when you...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/whatsapp_clarifies_how_muting_group_chats_works-news-65308.php

Honor opens MagicOS 9.0 public beta

Honor opened up its MagicOS 9.0 beta last week, and it is now expanding to more users via a new public beta release. The new update includes support for the same devices – the Magic V3 and V2 series foldables and the Magic5 and Magic6 series bar phones. Like the previous release, users of the devices listed above will need to run the baseline firmware version 8.0.0.172 or above to participate in the new beta. Users enrolled for the previous beta will receive the new version as an OTA update. If you haven’t registered for the prior beta, you must enroll for the public beta via the My...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_opens_magicos_90_public_beta-news-65307.php

YouTube tests new feature that replaces fullscreen gesture with scrolling videos

YouTube is currently testing a new feature on mobile that will likely have few fans among users. The company is repurposing the vertical scroll gestures in fullscreen mode to switch to next or previous video, similar to Shorts, as noticed by user Tushar Mehta on X. Currently, you can swipe up on a video in the mobile app to make it fullscreen and then swipe down on it to exit fullscreen. If you scroll up in fullscreen mode, you get a list of suggested videos. The YouTube product team is fucking the gestures in the Android app one after another. Who the fuck wants to scroll on a long...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/youtube_tests_new_feature_that_replaces_fullscreen_gesture_with_scrolling_videos-news-65291.php

First One UI 7 beta build spotted on Samsung's test servers

Yesterday, Ice Universe said that Samsung could release the One UI 7 beta next week – but only for the US and South Korea. However, people in Europe and India may not have to wait long as the first One UI 7 beta builds for the Galaxy S24 series have already been spotted on Samsung’s servers. Firmware version ZXKB was spotted for the SM-S928B, which is the model number of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra sold in Europe and India. The first internal test builds were reported in May. One UI 7 beta firmware for the Galaxy S24 Ultra One UI 7 was officially unveiled at SDC 2024. It is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/first_one_ui_7_beta_build_spotted_on_samsungs_test_servers-news-65288.php

Nothing OS 3.0 second beta arrives for Nothing Phone (2) and (2a)

It looks like Nothing is sticking to its plan and is now seeding the second beta of Nothing OS 3.0 based on Android 15 to the Nothing Phone (2) and Phone (2a). According to Nothing's update calendar, the Phone (1), Phone (2a) Plus and CMF Phone 1 should start receiving the beta software sometime next month. The Nothing OS 3.0 beta 2 brings several improvements and Nothing OS-exclusive features. For instance, Shared Widgets allows Nothing owners to interact with each other through widgets, but it's still rather limited in functionality for now, and only reactions are shown to connected...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_os_30_second_beta_arrives_for_nothing_phone_2_and_2a-news-65284.php

Oppo Find X8 unboxing

Oppo is making its return to Western markets, adding another option in the sea of Galaxy phones and iPhones (with the occasional Pixel). The company's comeback is spearheaded by its brand new flagship duo - the Oppo Find X8 Pro and Find X8. The pair of well-designed fully-featured flagships will certainly give established players a run for their money. The Pro is the bigger phone with a larger display and battery, a better main camera, and two telephotos, while the Oppo Find X8 might just be the best compact phone you can have right about now (the vivo X200 Pro mini is increasingly...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_x8_unboxing-news-65281.php

Mac mini 2024 gets a teardown, has no user upgradeable parts

Apple's 2024 Mac mini recently went on sale and has already gone through the teardown treatment. Today, we are taking a look at once such teardown by YouTube creator Brandon Geekabit, who is performing the teardown on the base 16/256GB M4 model. As with previous Mac mini models, the entry point for the internals is through the plastic panel at the bottom. There are no exposed screws so you will need to just pry the corners with a spudger until it pops out. Once open, you will be greeted with a fancy-looking metal bracket that features openings for the ventilation system. In the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/mac_mini_2024_gets_a_teardown_has_no_user_upgradeable_parts-news-65273.php

The iPhone 17 Slim and Galaxy S25 Slim both run into the same issues

Apple and Samsung are both rumored to be working on Slim models for next year and both are reportedly running into the same issues. In short, there are two obstacles on the road to a thin phone: the motherboard and the battery. Apple has figured out the motherboard problem, now the issue is bringing down the cost, according to Naver poster yeux1122. The company tried incorporating new tech for the battery, but due to volume production and other issues, it is sticking with current materials. The end result will be an iPhone 17 Slim that will measure around 6mm thick. For comparison, the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_iphone_17_slim_and_galaxy_s25_slim_both_run_into_the_same_issues-news-65270.php

Red Magic 10 Pro official renders showcase design

We’re only two days away from the launch of the Red Magic 10 series, and the brand has now shared official renders for the Red Magic 10 Pro. Red Magic 10 Pro will come in four color options, including Dark Knight and Day Warrior, which offer a traditional look. Red Magic 10 Pro in Dark Knight and Day Warrior The more interesting options are Deuterium Transparent Dark Night and Deuterium Transparent Silver Wing. These offer a transparent look around the battery and camera island, in line with what we saw from the Red Magic 9 Pro and 9S Pro. Red Magic 10 Pro in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/red_magic_10_pro_official_renders_showcase_design-news-65271.php

Huawei Watch GT 5 Pro review

Huawei's focus on wearables over the past few years has clearly paid off. Its latest flagship, the Watch GT 5 Pro brings impressive upgrades over what was already a highly competitive package. This is the first international wearable to feature the new TruSense health monitoring system and HarmonyOS 5.0. After extensive testing, we're ready to share more about its performance in real life. Design and build The GT 5 Pro comes in two sizes: 46 mm and 42 mm. We reviewed the premium Titanium model, with both the body and strap made from titanium alloys. It feels solid at 53 grams...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_watch_gt5_pro_review-news-65202.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 45

After the dust settled on the Snapdragon 8 Elite powered flagships we see a familiar couple on top of our trending chart. The Samsung Galaxy A55 returned to a position it has occupied for a dozen weeks this year, trailed closely by its Galaxy S24 Ultra stablemate. [#InlinePriceWidget, 12824, 1#] Last week's leader, the Xiaomi 15 Pro, rounds up the podium in week 45. Another Xiaomi phone came in fourth - the Redmi Note 13 Pro. It's followed by the OnePlus 13, which slid down to fifth this week. Realme's GT7 Pro entered the trending chart in sixth position and the Honor X9c...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_45-news-65260.php

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 review

The Pixel Buds Pro 2 are the latest flagship wireless earbuds from Google and the second generation model of the 2022 Pixel Buds Pro. This latest version makes rather big claims of being the most comfortable earbuds while also being able to cancel twice as much noise as the Pixel Buds Pro thanks to the new Google Tensor A1 chip inside each earbud. Priced at $229 MSRP, Google is once again competing with the heavy weights of the industry. Let’s see how they stack up. Design The Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds have been redesigned compared to the previous generation model. Gone are the bulbous...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_buds_pro_2_review-news-65259.php

Deals: prices of Galaxy S24 FE, other FE devices drop, Moto razr (2023) back down to $350

About a month ago, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE was available at $650 for an 8/128GB unit with a $100 gift card from Amazon for an effective price of $550. Now that phone is available for $553, no gift cards involved. And the 8/256GB model is $635. Samsung Galaxy S24 FE $97/$75 offget Galaxy Buds FE for $50 Read our review 8/128GB - $553 at Amazon US 8/256GB - $635 at Amazon US Additionally, when buying an S24 FE, you can also pick up the Galaxy Buds FE...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/deals_prices_of_galaxy_s24_fe_other_fe_devices_drop_moto_razr_2023_back_down_to_350-news-65247.php

Hands-on with Infinix's E-Color Shift 2.0 concept phone

Back in 2018, Dai Nippon Printing unveiled an e-ink dress that could create new designs on the fly. Last year, BMW showed off the i Vision Dee concept car, which similarly had color-changing e-ink panels. Wouldn't it be a shame to have such things if your phone couldn’t change its look to match them? Infinix loves experimenting with technology like this. The Infinix Concept Phone 2021 had both a solid electrochromic film that could change colors and an electroluminescent film that could light up. Earlier this year we got hands-on time with another prototype device, which used E-Color Shift...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/handson_with_infinixs_ecolor_shift_20_concept_phone-news-65253.php

Weekly poll: the OnePlus 13 will be available near you soon, will you buy one?

Unlucky number or the best one yet? The OnePlus 13 is one of the best performing Android phones for October, thanks to its Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. The new model also boosts battery capacity to 6,000mAh (600mAh more than the 12). OnePlus 13 Also, it leaves optical fingerprint readers behind in favor of an ultrasonic reader. Plus, it finally brings a dust and water resistance rating worthy of a flagship (IP68/69 vs. IP65). It can’t be all good news, though, the OnePlus 13 is slightly more expensive than its predecessor – the base 12/256GB model starts at CNY 4,500, while...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_the_oneplus_13_will_be_available_near_you_soon_will_you_buy_one-news-65233.php

Weekly poll results: the small Xiaomi 15 beats the Xiaomi 15 Pro in the polls

Small phones – well, smaller phones – have ardent supporters and it is quite evident in last week’s poll. The Xiaomi 15 is not exactly tiny, but it is smaller than the majority of Androids, especially the high-end ones, which rarely dip below 6.7” displays. The Xiaomi 15 had a very positive reception that can only improve with strong reviews. There was a sentiment that the phone is too expensive (indeed, it costs a bit more than the Xiaomi 14 last year), but the overall impression is a good one. Xiaomi 15’s chief rival may be the vivo X200 Pro mini, but we’re yet to see each company’s plan...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_the_small_xiaomi_15_beats_the_xiaomi_15_pro_in_the_polls-news-65235.php

Formovie Theater Premium UST projector review

We’ve reviewed several ultra-short-throw (UST) projectors over the years, but the Formovie Theater Premium is the fanciest of them all. For those unfamiliar with the brand, Formovie is a joint venture between Xiaomi and Appotronics - a leader in the laser display business. Theater Premium is the direct successor to 2022’s Formovie Theater and, as such, brings two key additions: higher brightness output at up to 2,200 lumens and improved audio powered by its second-generation Bowers & Wilkins speakers. Formovie also claims the new projector has 25% better clarity than its...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/formovie_theater_premium_ust_projector_review-news-65248.php