Samsung patent reveals 360-degree foldable device

Most of the foldable smartphones today are inward folding devices – the main screen is protected by the outer shell, and you have a smaller outer screen for notifications and basic tasks. Some makers like Huawei also have outward folding devices, which wrap the folding screen around the back of the device. While sleeker and more futuristic, these types of foldables are seriously compromised in terms of durability, as part of the display is always exposed. What if you could have a foldable that folds both inward and outward? Well, Samsung has patented such a device which was brought to...

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The Pixel 9a finally has an availability date

After a period of delay, silence, and technical difficulties, Google finally has an availability date for the new Pixel 9a. The phone will first go on sale on April 10 in the US, Canada, and the UK. Following those countries, the Pixel 9a will be available on April 14 in Germany, Spain, Italy, Ireland, France, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Portugal, Switzerland, Poland, Czechia, Romania, Hungary, Slovenia, Slovakia, Lithuania, Estonia, Latvia, and Finland. Finally, on April 16, the Pixel 9a will go on sale in Australia, India, Singapore, Taiwan, and...

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Google finally allows third-party billing on Google Play in the UK

Google announced that it's finally allowing developers to choose the billing system they would like to use in apps distributed over Google Play. The change affects UK consumers, but it has also been implemented in other markets. For now, the new billing option is available only to non-game developers and will launch on March 29. Developers who opt in can offer their users a separate billing method, but cannot replace Google Play's billing system altogether. However, if users decide to use the alternative billing system, developers will avoid up to 30% fees on transactions, which...

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Poco F7 Pro review

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Nintendo Today! app launches to let you keep up with Nintendo news

Nintendo today announced a new mobile app during its Nintendo Direct keynote. Called Nintendo Today!, the new app is meant to provide fans with daily updates on all the latest Nintendo news and announcements. The Nintendo Today! app will provide you with daily news about Nintendo games, as well as the upcoming Switch 2. You will also get info about your favorite Nintendo characters, videos, and comic strips personalized for you. The app features an animated character that can be customized with themes from Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda, Animal Crossing, and more. The app also...

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Apple's foldable iPhone to use liquid metal hinge, much stronger than titanium

Apple's foldable iPhone has become a mythic creature at this point, but it's interesting to hear the latest developments, nonetheless. The latest one is all about the hinge. According to a tipster on Weibo with a good track record when it comes to Apple-related news, the company is designing the hinge with liquid metal. Interestingly, we've heard this one before. Ming-Chi Kuo once hinted that Apple would likely use liquid metal for the future iPhone Fold hinge (if that's the planned marketing name). Using liquid metal brings several benefits, with the main one being rigidity. According...

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Audio-Technica announces limited edition Star Wars themed ATH-CKS50TW2 earbuds

Premium audio brand Audio-Technica has announced limited edition Star Wars themed versions of its ATH-CKS50TW2 wireless earbuds to mark the Star Wars Celebration, which takes place in Japan this year. The Mandalorian Grogu The limited edition earbuds will be available in four different variants. The Mandalorian edition will feature a metallic silver and gray to match the masked bounty hunter's armor. Next is the Grogu edition, which naturally features a green and beige color scheme to match the beloved character. On the other side of the spectrum is the...

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Apple iPhone 16e vs. iPhone 16

There is no next iPhone SE; there is only an iPhone E now. The new model is neither compact nor affordable, and yet, according to early data, it sells like hotcakes. In fact, it is far more popular than the last iPhone SE from 2022. The iPhone 16e is the first in Apple's new "economy-class" series of devices, and it's a toned-down iPhone 16 with a hint of iPhone 13. It starts at €699, while the vanilla iPhone 16 is at least €200 more expensive. So, it makes you wonder – is the Apple iPhone 16e the go-to phone if you are after a no-frills but up-to-date iOS experience, or should you pay...

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Canon announces PowerShot V1 and EOS R50 V vlogging cameras

Canon has announced two new vlogging-centric cameras, the point-and-shoot PowerShot V1 and the mirrorless EOS R50 V. PowerShot V1 The PowerShot V1 features a new design optimized for normal as well as selfie shooting. It includes a fixed 16-50mm f2.8-4.5 zoom lens that can cover 17-52mm in video (due to the added crop). The camera uses a new 22.3MP 1.4-type sensor with Dual Pixel CMOS AF II for PowerShot and a cooling fan inside to enable longer video recording. The camera can be used for video calls and livestreams with a PC over a USB connection, and can work wired or...

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Samsung Galaxy A36 review

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Nothing announces new Community Edition Project for the Phone (3a)

Nothing is back with a new Community Edition Project for the Phone (3a). This time, participants will get four different briefs to compete for, including design, accessories, software, and marketing campaign. Participants will have from March 26 to April 23 to submit their ideas. They will have four new aforementioned briefs to compete in. In the Hardware Design brief, participants will have to submit ideas for the new look and feel of the Phone (3a). In the Accessory Design brief, participants will have to come up with an exclusive collectible or accessory that will ship with the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_announces_new_community_edition_project_for_the_phone_3a-news-67122.php

iPhone 17 series to support 8K video recording

Unlike Android phones, iPhones have yet to introduce 8K video recording. While the iPhone 16 series could offer high-resolution video recording the company never really implemented it. Now, a tipster with a solid track record when it comes to Apple leaks says the iPhone 17 will finally bring 8K capture. As of now, the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus can record 4K videos at up to 60fps, while the Pro and Pro Max can go up to 120fps. According to some internal rumors, Apple was ready to offer 8K video recording with the current iPhone 16 lineup, but the telephoto sensor used for the Pro and Pro...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iphone_17_series_to_support_8k_video_recording-news-67114.php

Google has inadvertently deleted some people's Maps Timelines

Google Maps' Timeline feature (formerly known as Location History) is to some people extremely creepy and gross, and to others incredibly useful as it allows you to go back in time and see where you went on any specific day at any specific time, provided of course that you had your Android phone with you. Google is preparing a massive overhaul of how Timeline works, one which should hit all users within the next few months (the transition started in December). Timeline will only be stored on each device, if you opt into it, so it will no longer be available from Google's servers. That's a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_has_inadvertently_deleted_some_peoples_maps_timelines-news-67095.php

Snapdragon 8s Elite won't be called that, launch timeline leaks, specs get reaffirmed

Qualcomm went from Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 to Snapdragon 8 Elite last year, and so, for a long time we've assumed that the successor to the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 would be the Snapdragon 8s Elite. However, according to a new rumor out of China, this won't be the case. There will in fact be just one Elite - at least until the 8 Elite's successor appears in October or thereabouts. Better put - there will only be one Elite line, the truly flagship one. An upper-midrange chip like the next 8s isn't worthy of the Elite designation in Qualcomm's view, if this rumor pans out, of course. So,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/snapdragon_8s_elite_wont_be_called_that_launch_timeline_leaks_along_with_full_specs-news-67096.php

Galaxy Z Flip7 cases hint at a larger cover display, Z Fold7 protective glass also surfaces

The latest reports claim that the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 will have a larger cover display – the strange folder shape is going away, instead, the display will stretch from edge to edge. That said, the design of the cases for the new model hasn’t changed significantly, as can be seen in these images shared by Ice Universe. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 cases For comparison, here is what a typical Z Flip6 case looks like: Samsung cases for the Galaxy Z Flip6 As you can see, Samsung never covered the top bezel that went around the cameras and flash. But the old cases still had...

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Deal: get an extra discount for the Ultrahuman Ring Air with our exclusive code

Smart ring maker Ultrahuman has a special offer for our US readers. And if you are not in the US, the Ultrahuman Ring Air is still part of the Amazon Spring Discount, so you can grab it at 12% off. First, the Amazon US offer. Right now, the ring is 12% off, bringing its price from $350 down to $307. By using our discount code, AMCGSM10, you can get an extra 10% off, so the price will go down to $277. If you are shopping from Amazon UK or Amazon Germany, the discount is 12% and 11%, respectively, so you can pick up the ring for £289 or €339. Note that the Amazon Spring Deal Days promo...

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New Motorola Edge 60 Fusion renders leak, showing all four colors

Motorola is announcing the Edge 60 Fusion on April 2, and ahead of the unveiling we have some more leaked renders of it to look at today. These seem quite official, and are showcasing the device in all four colors in which it will be sold, according to the source. Motorola Edge 60 Fusion leaked renders While we don't yet know what these colors' names will be, don't be surprised if one or more of them use Pantone color names, thanks to Motorola's ongoing partnership with Pantone. Motorola Edge 60 Fusion leaked renders As you can see, the frame is color matched...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/new_motorola_edge_60_fusion_renders_leak_showing_all_four_colors_-news-67083.php

Samsung is working on two pairs of XR smart glasses, report claims

According to a recent report by ET News, Samsung is working on three mixed-reality devices, but only one of them is officially confirmed - Project Moohan, likely to be officially called Galaxy XR. But while this is a full-fledged VR/AR headset, the report suggests the Korean tech giant is working on two more XR glasses, Project Haean and Project Jinju. Project Moohan/Galaxy XR Haean and Jinju are tipped to be mixed-reality glasses with a standard design for the outside. They will have thin frames, but incorporate various sensors and probably a camera too. Sound will be transmitted...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_is_working_on_two_pairs_of_xr_smart_glasses_report_claims-news-67081.php

Nothing Phone (3a) review

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Galaxy S25 series gets second firmware update

The Galaxy S25 series is now receiving its second firmware update across Europe. The update comes in at just over 573 MB on our Galaxy S25 unit and bears the S931BXXS1AYC2 identifier in Europe. Galaxy S25 update screen The update does not contain any additional features and instead focuses on ironing out bugs and optimizing security by bringing the March 2025 security patch. The S25 series was notably lagging behind its predecessors until now in terms of the security patch. The new firmware update is expected to gradually make its way to more regions in the coming...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_s25_series_gets_second_firmware_update-news-67082.php

Samsung Galaxy A26 arrives in India

Samsung’s Galaxy A26 is now available in India following its announcement earlier this month. The latest Galaxy A2X member features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display (FHD+ 120Hz), Exynos 1380 chipset and a 5,000 mAh battery with 25W charging. You also get a 50MP main camera alongside an 8MP ultrawide lens on the back, while the software front is covered by One UI 7.0 based on Android 15 with 6 OS upgrades promised. Galaxy A26 comes in Awesome Black, Awesome Peach, Awesome Mint, and Awesome White colors and two RAM/storage trims. The 8/128GB version is priced at INR 24,999 ($292),...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a26_arrives_in_india-news-67072.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 11

Samsung Galaxy A56 made it three in a row this week, topping our trending chart in each edition since it debuted at the start of March. [#InlinePriceWidget, 13603, 1#] Second place was pretty surprising though, the newly announced Infinix Note 50 Pro+ making a flying start to its official existence. In third we have another brand new phone in Huawei's unusual foldable - the Pura X. Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra regained a spot to place fourth, just ahead of yet another new name on the chart - the Google Pixel 9a. Poco's F7 Ultra is sixth, as the company's teasing campaign is already...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_11-news-67070.php

The Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G is coming to Europe at a very affordable price

The Xiaomi Redmi A5 4G is currently in a rather weird spot. Technically, it hasn't been formally announced yet, but it is already selling in stores in Bangladesh. Frankly, we can't say for sure whether it will get an official unveiling of any kind but in the meantime we have heard that it is already gearing up to make its way to Europe. This could be under the Poco C71 moniker, but regardless, it seems to be the same hardware. Xiaomi Redmi A5 colors Some specs "highlights" include a 6.88-inch, 120Hz, 720p+ LCD rated for 1,500 nits of brightness, a Unisoc T7250 chipset...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_xiaomi_redmi_a5_4g_is_coming_to_europe_at_a_very_affordable_price-news-67067.php

Samsung Galaxy A26 in for review

It may not be part of the flagship Galaxy S-series but the Galaxy A26 is going to be a key device for Samsung across many markets. It gets a slightly modified design over its predecessor alongside a few key specs upgrades. These are our first impressions. There's nothing eventful in the retail box – a simple USB-C cable, a SIM ejector tool and some paperwork. Galaxy A26 brings Samsung's new camera design with a camera island arrangement. The back is made from glass and it features Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection. Our review unit sports the fresh Mint color which falls right in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a26_in_for_review-news-67059.php

Google Pixel 10's GPU might come courtesy of Imagination

The possible connection between Google's upcoming Tensor G5 chip and Imagination Technologies as a GPU vendor is not exactly new. Various reports and rumors have already hinted at that, but now we have yet another interesting industry source on the matter. Keep up with us here for a second since the explanation is a bit complicated. Last month, there was a RISC-V Day Tokyo conference in Japan. One of the materials that came out from the conference was a blog post by postgraduate student Yang Yanling detailing RISC-V and Imagination GPU integration. Imagination Technologies themselves...

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Google Pixel 9a in for review

Today we have with us Google's latest smartphone, the Pixel 9a. As with the other A-series devices, this is to become the most affordable model in the current generation Pixel lineup and starts at a relatively modest $499. The unit we have with us comes in the Obsidian variant, which is completely blacked out like the monolith from 2001. The 9a also comes in blue, white, and a pink version depending on your region. The front of the device features the comically thick bezels that the A-series has come to be known for underneath a flat Gorilla Glass 3. The aluminum side frame is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_9a_in_for_review-news-67069.php

Deals: looking at the Google Pixel 9a and the alternatives

Google unveiled the Pixel 9a this week, its new affordable phone with the current Tensor G4 chipset. However, the phone won’t actually be available until April and we don’t even have an exact date. So, let’s browse and see what else is out there. [#InlinePriceWidget,13478,1#] First, the pricing of the 9a – we know that it starts at $500, which should be for the 8/128GB model. There’s also an 8/256GB version, but the pricing for that hasn’t been announced yet. The Pixel 8a was $500/$560 for the same memory configurations at launch – and it still is. The older model should have discounts...

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Infinix Note 50x's IP rating confirmed

Infinix will launch the Note 50x on March 27 in India, and the brand has been drip-feeding us with its details through teasers for over two weeks. Today, Infinix dropped the final teaser, which reveals the IP rating of the Note 50x. Infinix has revealed the Note 50x will be IP64-rated, which should protect it against water splashes. Previously, Infinix confirmed the Note 50x would come with MIL-STD-810H certification. Infinix has also confirmed that the Note 50x would be powered by the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate SoC, support 90FPS gaming, and feature a 50MP camera. The smartphone will...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/infinix_note_50x_ip_rating_confirmed-news-67065.php