OnePlus Open 2 may arrive later than previously rumored

A few days ago a rumor out of China claimed the Oppo Find N5 would launch over there before the end of March. This device is very likely going to be sold internationally under the name OnePlus Open 2 since the original OnePlus Open from last year was a rebranded Oppo Find N3 (Oppo is skipping the "4" because of tetraphobia). At the time we did note that it was unclear how soon after the N5's launch the Open 2 would follow, and today a tipster over on X sheds some light on just this fact - and it's not great news. The OnePlus OPEN 2 is 🔥 ....H2 2025..— Sanju Choudhary (@saaaanjjjuuu)...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_open_2_may_arrive_later_than_previously_rumored-news-65827.php

Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim specs leak shows the iPhone 17 Air has a thing or two to learn

Earlier today a renowned leaker from China told us what to expect from the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim in terms of thinness, and now another tipster over on X has shared a purported list of the device's specs. If these are real, then the also-rumored iPhone 17 Air, with its single rear camera, definitely can learn a thing or two from Samsung's approach to a thinner smartphone. Galaxy S25 Slim (SM-S937x/DS) :• 6.66" display (like S25+)• 200MP HP5 main camera• 50MP JN5 UW• 50MP JN5 3.5X telephoto• SD 8 Elite• ~4700mAh - 5000mAh🔋Launching in Q2, 2025 - similar to A & FE series launch...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s25_slim_specs_leak_shows_the_iphone_17_air_has_a_thing_or_two_to_learn-news-65824.php

Honor Magic 7 RSR Porsche Design to feature improved 200MP periscope module

Honor is launching its Magic7 RSR Porsche Design flagship on Monday, December 23, and it’s expected to go all out on the camera front with a remarkable periscope camera. The brand shared a few teasers on its Weibo profile detailing that the Magic7 RSR will feature a dual electromagnetic focus motor for class-leading focusing and industry-leading aperture size that will capture more light and details in shots. Honor Magic7 RSR Porsche Design periscope sensor specs (machine translated from Chinese) Reliable tipster Digital Chat Station chimed in, revealing the key specs of the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_magic_7_rsr_porsche_design_to_feature_improved_200mp_periscope_module-news-65826.php

This is the world's first device with a rollable screen that's actually going to be sold

Folding screens have been a thing for a while now, and rollable displays definitely represent the next big thing. These have been showcased by various display panel makers and smartphone brands for years, but so far there hasn't been any commercial product incorporating such a panel. That, however, is apparently due to change in early January come CES. According to legendary leaker Evan Blass aka @evleaks, Lenovo will debut the newest-gen ThinkBook Plus at CES, and this one comes with a rollable screen, as you can see in the leaked images below. You can choose to use it as a...

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OnePlus 13R's processor revealed by Amazon

The OnePlus 13, launched in China in October, will debut internationally on January 7. It will be joined by the OnePlus 13R, which is confirmed to pack a 6,000 mAh battery. While OnePlus hasn't detailed the 13R's specs sheet, Amazon.in has revealed what processor the smartphone will have at the helm. OnePlus 13R in Nebula Noir (left) and Astral Trail (right) colors The OnePlus 13R will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, unlike the 13 that comes with the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. The promo page set up by Amazon.in on its website also reveals that the OnePlus 13R will come with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_13r_processor_revealed-news-65813.php

vivo Y29 5G's price leaks

vivo will soon launch the Y29 series in India, and today the pricing for the 5G model has been leaked. This will allegedly be offered in no less than four different configurations: 4/128GB for INR 13,999, 6/128GB for INR 15,499, 8/128GB for INR 16,999, and 8/256GB for INR 18,999. These will be the recommended prices in the country, however, vivo will apparently offer a cashback of INR 1,000 on the 4GB version and INR 1,500 on the 8GB variants on EMI transactions. Full swipe transactions will be eligible for a cashback of up to INR 750. You'll also be able to get the phone with no-cost EMI...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_y29_5gs_price_leaks-news-65812.php

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE will be sold in India

Samsung is working on the Galaxy Tab S10 FE, a cheaper counterpart (or two) to the flagship Tab S10 line. The company itself slipped up last month and revealed this fact, and now we get another piece of the puzzle, albeit a very small one. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has certified the Galaxy Tab S10 FE's batteries for sale in the country, so clearly the Tab S10 FE will be offered in India. The dual battery system will come with model numbers EB-BX526ABE and EB-BX526ABY, respectively. Unfortunately, the certification doesn't reveal any details about Samsung's upcoming...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_s10_fe_will_be_sold_in_india-news-65811.php

Realme 14 Pro+ hands-on

Realme invited us to Denmark for a first hands-on experience with the new Realme 14 Pro+. This is more of a preview than a full announcement as key details about the Pro+ and its sibling, the Realme 14 Pro, remain under wraps. The company will do a full reveal soon. For now, let’s talk about the exterior. It’s no coincidence that we’re here, Realme partnered with Copenhagen-based Valeur Designers for the exterior. Together they came up with a color-changing look for the back, one that we hadn’t seen before. In the past, there have been phones that change color when lit by sunlight (the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_14_pro_hands_on-news-65809.php

Oppo A5 Pro teased ahead of next week's official unveiling

Back in early November, the Oppo A5 Pro got certified for sale in China by TENAA, and it's now almost time for its official unveiling. This will take place on December 24 in China at a special event. In anticipation of the grand reveal, Oppo has been teasing the device, showing us its three colors: Quartz White, Rock Black, and Sandstone Purple. Oppo A5 Pro in Quartz White (left), Rock Black (center), and Sandstone Purple (right) The company has also released a teaser video for the A5 Pro, which implies that it will be a very durable handset. This makes us think it probably...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_a5_pro_gets_teased_ahead_of_next_weeks_official_unveiling-news-65792.php

HMD Arc is no-frills Android 14 Go smartphone

The latest budget Android smartphone from HMD is here with the HMD Arc. It brings a 6.52-inch IPS LCD (HD+ 60Hz), a Unisoc SC9863A chipset (28nm) and a single 13MP primary camera. The phone boots Android 14 (Go Edition) and is listed in a single 4GB RAM and 64GB storage trim. HMD Arc You also get a 5,000 mAh battery with 10W charging, a 5MP selfie cam and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. HMD Arc supports storage expansion via its microSD card slot and is IP52/IP54 rated against dust and water splashes. HMD Arc comes in a single Shadow Black color. Pricing details were not...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/hmd_arc_is_no_frills__android_14_go_smartphone_-news-65793.php

OnePlus officially confirms big battery for the OnePlus 13R, new color for the Buds Pro 3

OnePlus is holding an international launch event on January 7, when it will announce the OnePlus 13 for global markets. The company has also confirmed that the OnePlus 13R will be joining it and shared the image you can see below. Long believed to be a mere rebranding of the upcoming OnePlus Ace 5 for China, the OnePlus 13R will differ from that model in at least one area - battery capacity (that is, if the leaks we've seen so far about the Ace 5 have been accurate). OnePlus 13 (left), OnePlus 13R (center), OnePlus Buds Pro 3 in Sapphire Blue (right) OnePlus says the 13R will have...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_officially_confirms_big_battery_for_the_oneplus_13r_new_color_for_buds_pro_3-news-65788.php

nubia Focus 2 5G leaks through certification, shows a new design

Here we go again – ZTE publishes certification documents on its site, even for phones it is yet to officially unveil. The latest model to break cover is the nubia Focus 2 5G (model number Z2462N). The original Focus launched earlier this year and it was an interesting device – a cheap phone with a 108MP camera and a 5,000mAh battery with 33W charging. There was a Focus Pro model that bumped up the screen from 6.56” HD+ to 6.72” FHD+ (IPS LCD in both cases), added OIS to the 108MP camera and included a 5MP ultra-wide. We don’t know much about the Focus 2, but the EU Declaration of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nubia_focus_2_5g_leaks_through_certification_shows_a_new_design-news-65790.php

vivo to launch a smaller-screen mid-range device next year

vivo did something different for its flagship smartphone line this year, releasing the X200 Pro mini as a smaller option alongside the X200 and X200 Pro. And it seems to be selling quite well. The company now plans to launch a smaller-screen mid-range smartphone in 2025, according to a new rumor from Digital Chat Station. The post on Weibo has since been deleted which generally means he spilled the beans a bit too early. vivo X200 Pro mini In it he claims the device will be powered by a Dimensity 9 series chipset, but doesn't name it. This makes us think it will be the Dimensity...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_to_launch_a_smallerscreen_midrange_device_next_year-news-65776.php

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra to win the bezel game

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S25 Ultra has already been rumored to come with very thin screen bezels, but today we get an additional detail. According to Ice Universe, the S25 Ultra will actually win the bezel game, having thinner bezels than any other phone, including the Xiaomi 15 and iPhone 16 Pro Max. Both of those can boast impressively small bezels, but the S25 Ultra will take things one step further in this regard. The render above was created for illustrative purposes, so we can see what to expect from the device in terms of bezels. Ice Universe also provides some details...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s25_ultra_to_win_the_bezel_game-news-65775.php

OnePlus Ace 5 and Ace 5 Pro promo materials leak

OnePlus' Ace 5 and Ace 5 Pro are due to launch in China this month, and we're now at the stage where we hear something new about them every day. Today a promo poster for offline stores has been leaked showing the two devices, with three colorways each, though it's pretty hard to make them out exactly. Interestingly, this promo poster seems to imply that both phones will have the same 6,400 mAh battery capacity, which runs contrary to all of the rumors we've heard so far - even if they couldn't quite agree on the exact capacities, they all said the Ace 5 and Ace 5 Pro would have different...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_ace_5_and_ace_5_pro_promo_materials_leak-news-65774.php

Samsung details the Now Bar in One UI 7, its take on the Dynamic Island

Samsung's One UI 7 based on Android 15 is currently in the beta testing phase, and today the company has given us more details about its AI chops. Samsung says the Now Bar is a "defining element" of One UI 7. This is basically the Korean company's own interpretation of the Dynamic Island concept. In Samsung's own words, the Now Bar "gives personalization a new meaning by seamlessly integrating your everyday actions and most-used apps into your lock screen". As you can see from the image above, the Now Bar resides at the bottom center of your lock screen, and lets you "control your...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_details_the_now_bar_in_one_ui_7_its_take_on_the_dynamic_island-news-65773.php

Redmi Note 14 family's European pricing leaks

The Redmi Note 14 series already launched in China and India, and it seems to be coming soon to Europe as well. Today, a leak details pricing for the models in Europe thanks to some retailer listings. Let's dive in. The Redmi Note 14 4G is said to cost about €240 with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, which is €10 less than its predecessor with the same RAM/storage combo. It will be offered in Midnight Black, Lime Green, and Ocean Blue. Redmi Note 14 Pro+ The 5G-capable Redmi Note 14 will arrive in Europe in Coral Green, Midnight Black, and Lavender Purple and will set you back...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_note_14_familys_european_pricing_leaks-news-65758.php

OnePlus 13R / Ace 5 specs leak again and they're different

OnePlus is getting ready to unveil the Ace 5 and Ace 5 Pro in China and the Ace 5 is widely believed to be subsequently introduced internationally as the OnePlus 13R, perhaps making its debut during the 13's global announcement next month. Today a new set of specs for both the Ace 5 and Ace 5 Pro has been leaked by a tipster on X, and over on Weibo, Digital Chat Station has confirmed some more details. As always, do take all of this with a grain of salt. OnePlus Ace 5 official image So, the Ace 5 is said to come with a 6.78-inch "1.5K" LTPO OLED screen with 120 Hz refresh rate, the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_13r___ace_5_specs_leak_again_and_theyre_different-news-65757.php

Google's Pixel 10 devices to use a yet-unannounced MediaTek modem

According to a new report, Google is testing its Pixel 10 prototypes with a MediaTek modem, namely the T900. Google's recent Pixels have all had Samsung Exynos modems, since their Tensor SoCs were practically customized Samsung chipsets. But next year the Tensor G5 will be an entirely Google design, expected to be manufactured by TSMC. And so the company could very well switch to a different modem provider - you may expect it to be Qualcomm, but apparently it will be MediaTek instead. The MediaTek T900 modem hasn't yet been announced, so we don't really know anything about it. That...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/googles_pixel_10_devices_to_get_a_yetunannounced_mediatek_modem-news-65756.php

One UI 7 changes refresh rate settings for games

Samsung just released the second beta of One UI 7, its skin on top of Android 15, and a new feature that's baked into this beta changes the way you can set the refresh rate for games. In older versions of One UI, you can limit the frame rate in games to 48 Hz to save power. With the new iteration of the skin, you get to choose between 60 Hz and 120 Hz, and nothing else. One UI 7 Gaming motion smoothness setting You can find this setting in the Gaming Hub / Game Booster app under Gaming motion smoothness. Samsung says this feature won't affect games that have their own refresh...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/one_ui_7_changes_refresh_rate_settings_for_games-news-65755.php

HUAWEI Mate X6: Unfold the Classic

The HUAWEI Mate X5 was awesome, but only people in China got to experience it. Its successor, the HUAWEI Mate X6, began its global rollout this week, so more people will have access to HUAWEI’s cutting-edge foldable technology. The company considers this its true flagship foldable. HUAWEI’s folding design has slimmed down significantly since the Mate X5. The new Mate X6 measures only 9.85mm thick when folded (and 4.6mm when unfolded), compared to 11.1mm/5.3mm for its predecessor. It’s a bit lighter too at 239g vs. 243g. The quad-curve frame offers rounded corners for your palms in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_mate_x6_unfold_the_classic-news-65729.php

Realme Neo7 scores impressive sales in first day

Realme launched the Neo7 last week, and today, the company held the first flash sale of the smartphone. Demand was so high that the first five minutes saw more purchases than the whole first-day sale of the predecessor Realme GT Neo6. The Realme Neo7 has a Dimensity 9300+ chipset and a powerful 7,000 mAh battery. Its starting price is CNY2,199, or about $300. Realme Neo7 posters The Neo7 features a 6.78” LTPO OLED panel with 120 Hz variable refresh rate, and Realme claims the panel can reach 6,000 nits peak brightness. Camera-wise, it sports a 50 MP Sony IMX882 main sensor...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_neo7_scores_impressive_sales_in_first_day-news-65743.php

Redmi Buds 6 review

The Redmi Buds 6 are Xiaomi’s newest entry-level pair of wireless earbuds. Following the success of the Redmi Buds 5, the sixth generation model features improved noise cancellation, a dual-driver design, and a quad microphone array. The new model comes in at INR 2799, which is slightly less than the price of the previous gen. Design and comfort The Redmi Buds 6 have a similar design to the previous generation model, especially for the case. The case still has the same rectangular design that looks like an Impact Mints case. The lid opens with relative ease and also closes with...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_buds_6_review-news-65741.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 50

We are two weeks away from the end of 2024 and yet the two most popular phones in our database were announced in the first quarter of the year. The interest in Samsung Galaxy A55 and Galaxy S24 Ultra may not be quite as high as when they first hit the shelves, but it's still enough to top our trending chart. [#InlinePriceWidget, 12824, 1#] A change of guard is just around the corner though, as the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ climbed to third place, followed by the Redmi Note 14. The Redmi Note 13 Pro has slipped to fifth, while the vivo X200 Pro has gained two more spots to capture the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_50-news-65742.php

Deals: Amazon has cashback deals on Samsung Galaxy phones, watches and buds

Have you done all the Christmas shopping yet? It’s not too late to pick up a gift for yourself and others, so here are the best smartphone offers (and some accessories) that we found. Amazon has a big Samsung promo with cashback up to £250. This will last until December 22, so you have this week to pick out your favorites. Starting with the main Samsung Galaxy S24 trio, it comes with £200 cashback. If you can’t decide which one is right for you, check out our head-to-head articles: Galaxy S24 vs. S24+ and Galaxy S24+ vs. S24 Ultra. ...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/deals_amazon_has_cashback_deals_on_samsung_galaxy_phones_watches_and_buds-news-65727.php

Weekly poll: which of the Redmi Note 14 trio is your favorite?

Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 14 series made its international debut this week launching in India. The Pro and Pro+ models are the same hardware that we saw in China, while the vanilla Note has a few changes. Which one of these three appeals to you the most – and is it enough to get you to buy one? Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 • Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro • Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ We’ll start with the Redmi Note 14 Pro and Redmi Note 14 Pro+. They have the same display, 6.67”, 12-bit, 120Hz, and the same IP69K dust and water resistance rating. The Pro+ model stands out with brand-name glass –...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_which_of_the_redmi_note_14_trio_is_your_favorite-news-65698.php

Weekly poll results: the Honor 300 Ultra emerges as the clear favorite of the three

Last week’s poll shows that things are not equal in the Honor 300 series – we didn’t expect them to be, but one phone beats the other two by a very wide margin. It is the Ultra model, of course, and you only need to look at the Honor 300 Pro poll results to tell. Here we added two extra options to let users show a preference for the Honor 300 Ultra and the vanilla Honor 300 over the Pro model. Even if the Pro shows good performance in reviews, we have a feeling that most people will still lean towards the Ultra. How did that happen? As some comments point out, there are only a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_poll_results_the_honor_300_ultra_emerges_as_the_clear_favorite_of_the_three-news-65699.php

Deals: Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phones, watches and headphones on sale

There are only a few weeks left until the holidays, but it’s not too late to pick up a gift. If you’re looking for a new phone, watch and/or TWS buds, here are the best offers we found for Samsung and Google devices. The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is cheaper than it was last week, at least for the 512GB model, which has a better discount – that puts it only $70 over the 256GB model. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra $300/$350 off Read our review 12/256GB - $1,000 at Amazon US ...

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