Samsung may have inadvertently revealed the date of its Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7 launch event

Samsung is going to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, Watch8, Watch8 Classic, and maybe even the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE at its next Unpacked event, which has been rumored to be taking place in New York - either in early July, or in mid-July. While the rumors so far haven't agreed, a new hint comes from Samsung itself. The company has set up a series of Samsung Health events for runners and Galaxy wearable users. And, interestingly, they kick off in New York on July 13. The location is the same as what was rumored, the date fits with the most recently rumored timeline - could this be it?...

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vivo releases more X Fold5 teaser images and a hands-on video

vivo is unveiling the X Fold5 in China on June 25, while its global launch may be coming on July 10. Ahead of the full announcement, the company has continued its teaser campaign on Weibo, where it has today released a bunch of new official images of the phone. There's even a hands-on video now doing the rounds in China, here it is embedded for your viewing pleasure. Obviously, it's in Chinese, but you don't need to understand the audio in order to appreciate what you're seeing, we'd wager. Alongside the images and the video, vivo is teasing the fact that the X Fold3 from last year...

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Samsung Galaxy F36 surfaces in the Google Play Console, here's what it looks like

Samsung is working on the Galaxy F36, and today it's been spotted in the Google Play Console. The listing brings with it the image you can see below, as well as a few specs. The F36 comes with a waterdrop notch screen, and an oval camera island housing three sensors, two of them in another oval of their own. The LED flash array is to the right. Overall it's a very Samsung-esque design, and the integration of all the cameras into one big island has become a staple for devices that aren't flagships. The phone's screen has 1080x2340 resolution and 450 ppi pixel density. The F36 is...

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Poco F7 renders purportedly leak showing a very familiar device

The Poco F7 is coming soon to join the F7 Pro and F7 Ultra in the brand's roster, and today we have some purportedly leaked official renders showcasing the device in black. We do however have to mention the fact that it's unclear where these are coming from, so do take them with more than just a pinch of salt. It could very well be that they are the real deal, or someone just slightly edited the official images of the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro and added the Poco logo. We say that because, if these are real, then the oft-rumored rebranding of the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro into the Poco F7 is pretty much...

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra runs Geekbench, here's the chipset it will use

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra has seemingly been spotted in the Geekbench online database, and, as usual, this has revealed its chipset. The Korean company's next flagship tablet will employ MediaTek's Dimensity 9400+ SoC, which is revealed by the 3.73 GHz Prime core. That said, the results this prototype managed are far from what you'd expect from this chipset, but that can most likely be because this is a very early prototype and Samsung is still tuning things. So don't give any thought to the numbers for now. The tablet will have 12GB of RAM and will run Android 16 when...

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Google will reduce the Pixel 6a’s battery capacity with an upcoming update

Earlier this year, Google released a Battery Performance Program update for the Pixel 4a which cut the phone’s battery life as a precautionary measure. The reason – Pixel 4a batteries were overheating and posing a fire hazard. Well, another Pixel a-series phone is getting similar treatment soon as the Pixel 6a will also get a battery voltage decrease to prevent it from overheating. There are several reports online of Pixel 6a units spontaneously catching fire while charging and Google is taking the precautionary route once again. The update will only affect Pixel 6a units with over...

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7 and Watch8 series bag more certifications

Samsung is expected to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, and Watch8 series in early or mid-July at a special Unpacked event in New York, and ahead of that all of these devices have been doing the certifications dance. It's no different today, with the foldables receiving the SafetyKorea certification and the wearables showing up at the GCF. Unsurprisingly, SafetyKorea has certified the models that are headed to the country - the SM-F966N (Galaxy Z Fold7) and SM-F766N (Galaxy Z Flip7). That "N" suffix is what tells us these are the Korean versions of the devices. Meanwhile, both the...

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One UI 8 beta 2 is now rolling out to Galaxy S25 phones, Poland and India regions join in

Samsung released the first open beta of One UI 8 for the Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra at the end of May. It was available for users in the US, the UK, Germany and South Korea. The second beta arrived today and it adds two new markets. One UI 8 beta 2 is rolling out to Samsung Galaxy S25 phones in multiple markets Reports of One UI 8 beta 2 are coming out of South Korea, Germany and the UK. It should be available in the US too. If you are in one of these markets and you have beta 1 installed, check for updates. [#InlinePriceWidget,13610,1#] Two new markets have...

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Huawei FreeBuds 6 now come in a blinged up new hue

Huawei launched the FreeBuds 6 in March in white, black, and purple, and today the brand has added a fourth color, the most blinged up one yet: rose gold. These are the exact same buds as before, nothing else has changed, but you can now have them in rose gold too. They're priced at CNY 999 ($139) usually, but right now all colors are discounted to CNY 949 ($132) in Huawei's official online store. Huawei FreeBuds 6 in rose gold The FreeBuds 6 have dual drivers which promise 14 Hz bass and 48 KHz highs, and they last for 5.5 h on one charge (36h if you count the case in) with...

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Samsung showcases a VR headset screen with 20,000 nits brightness along with other display tech

As Samsung is preparing to launch its first mixed-reality headset, dubbed Project Moohan, the Korean tech giant showcased a cutting-edge OLEDoS panel for such headsets, capable of reaching 20,000 nits of brightness. OLEDoS panels are the same as standard OLED screens, but instead of using a glass or plastic substrate for the backplane, they use silicon, which allows higher brightness, resolution and pixel density. It's mostly used on small screens, and Samsung paired it with a Micro Lens Array to enhance brightness and viewing angles further. However, we don't know if Samsung...

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iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max Geekbench scores tipped

Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 series is due to be made official in September, and ahead of that today we have yet another rumor claiming that all four devices will have high refresh rate screens. That said, don't expect the vanilla iPhone 17's panel to be on par with those of the Pros - what's recently been rumored is that it won't be variable refresh rate since it won't get an LTPO OLED panel. Aside from this, the leaker who goes by Digital Chat Station on Weibo has also presented us with the performance figures for the upcoming A19 Pro chip which will be powering the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/iphone_17_pro_and_pro_max_geekbench_scores_rumored-news-68217.php

Google Pixel 10 series might finally copy this long-standing Apple feature

Google's expected to unveil the Pixel 10 series on August 20, and based on the leaks we've seen so far, these will look almost identical to their predecessors from 2024. But the company is going to pack them with some very interesting updates on the inside - the Tensor G5 chipset will be the first one made by TSMC and not Samsung, which should improve performance and battery life; gimbal-like camera stabilization seems to be in too. And also magnets. A new report claims the Pixel 10 devices will support Qi 2.2 wireless charging with magnets built into the phones themselves, just like Apple...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_10_series_might_finally_copy_this_longstanding_apple_feature-news-68216.php

Redmi Watch Move review

The Redmi Watch Move is Xiaomi's latest smartwatch. It's the most affordable model in the company's lineup in markets such as India, which also includes the Redmi Watch 5 Active and the oddly named Redmi Watch 5 Lite, which is the most expensive one. The Redmi Watch Move makes some big claims despite its incredibly low price tag of INR 1,999 (~$23). Xiaomi claims that this model offers the best heart rate monitoring accuracy, the best step counter accuracy, the best display, and the best battery life in the segment. We will get to those, but let's first start with the design. As...

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OnePlus Nord 5 and Nord CE5 launch date leaks

OnePlus is allegedly going to launch the Nord 5 and Nord CE5 on July 8, according to a new rumor from a tipster over on X. The Nord 5 will unsurprisingly be the successor to the Nord 4, which itself was unveiled in mid-July last year. The Nord CE4, the CE5's predecessor, came out in April of 2024. According to one past leak, the Nord 5 will have a flat OLED screen with "1.5K" resolution, a 120 Hz refresh rate, and an in-display fingerprint sensor. It will be powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 9400e SoC, and will sport a 50 MP main camera with OIS, an 8 MP ultrawide, a 16 MP selfie camera, and...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_nord_5_and_nord_ce_5_launch_date_leaks-news-68197.php

Motorola Razr+ 2025 in for review

We did the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra review, and the Razr 2025 review is underway. Now it's time to welcome the third and final member of the series - the Razr+ 2025, which is exclusive to North America and doesn't have a global version unlike its siblings. [#InlinePriceWidget,13825,1#] This one sits in the middle of the pack, below the Ultra, above the vanilla. Indeed, it packs some superior specs to the regular Razr 2025 in most categories. The SoC is a more powerful Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 with more RAM (12GB vs 8GB). It lacks an ultrawide but offers a 50MP 2x zoom instead. Both...

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Poco M7 Pro 5G gets a new color and a new memory and storage option

Poco launched the M7 Pro 5G last December, and today it's unveiled a brand new colorway for the device, along with a new RAM/storage option in which you can purchase it. The phone is now available in "classic black" with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage for $199, or, the new combo, 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, which is priced at just $249. 🖤 New color alert! Introducing #POCOM7Pro5G's classic black plus a powerful new configuration: 12GB+512GB for unstoppable performance! Your new favorite tech is just a click away—shop now! #PowerToPlay pic.twitter.com/LxKYBC26gO— POCO...

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iOS 26 is here with new Liquid Glass design, updated Visual Intelligence and Games app

It's finally here - iOS 26 brings the biggest overhaul to iOS in recent memory. And yes, we've gone from iOS 18 to 26 because Apple wants a more unified naming scheme for its portfolio of operating systems. The biggest new addition to iOS 26 is Liquid Glass – Apple's new unified design language. It's clearly inspired by visionOS and Apple says it "makes something purely digital feel natural and alive." The entire UI features crystal-like design elements and a more dynamic touch response. The Lock screen is updated with Liquid Glass and is now more responsive. The time widget can...

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Apple unveils more Intelligence features, smarter Siri still nowhere to be seen

Apple held its Worldwide Developers Conference keynote today, and of course it can't be a keynote in 2025 without a lot of AI talk. So, Apple Intelligence has received a bunch of new features - before you ask, the smarter Siri which was first promised one year ago is still nowhere to be seen. But what you do get is Live Translation - which competitors have had for years, but it's good to see Apple finally catching up. It's integrated into Messages, FaceTime, and the Phone app, and its models run entirely on-device. In Messages, it obviously translates messages, but interestingly in...

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iPadOS 26 announced with macOS-style multi-tasking

Apple today announced iPadOS 26 at WWDC 25, which brings with it significant improvements in multitasking abilities, visual design, and AI capabilities. Let's start with the multitasking abilities, which have received a significant boost with this release. iPadOS 26 has greatly revamped app window management, which allows users to open multiple apps at the same time. Apps can be minimized, resized, and tiled and the OS can arrange them with a single flick. iPadOS 26 borrows Exposé from macOS, so you can quickly see all your open windows spread out on a single screen. And...

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Huawei Watch 5 review

Huawei unveiled the Watch 5 internationally at a dedicated press event in Berlin (recorded here). This year, there is no Pro variant, so the Watch 5 is the company's current flagship wearable. It's compatible with both iOS and Android and there are models with eSIM support too if you'd like to go out without your phone. It's hard to innovate in the wearable space where the feature set has reached maturity already and coming up with something new or useful that has not already been done is rare. With the Watch 5, you get all the features you'd expect from a premium wearable, but this time...

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Galaxy Z Fold7 Ultra is coming? OnePlus 13s is here, Week 23 in review

The OnePlus 13s is official and an India exclusive. It packs huge power inside a 6.32-inch body - the Snapdragon 8 Elite is front and center, so is 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and either 256GB or 512GB of storage. The battery is an impressive 5,850mAh with equally impressive 80W charging. OnePlus 13s starts at INR 54,999 for the 12/256GB trim and goes up to INR 59,999 for the 12/512GB version. Shipments will begin on June 12. IS a Galaxy Z Fold7 Ultra incoming? Well, an official Samsung teaser seemed to suggest as much, slipping the capitalized Ultra buzzword in a few places, but tipster Max...

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ASUS ROG Xbox Ally handhelds announced

Microsoft and ASUS have announced a new range of ROG Xbox Ally handhelds. This includes the new ROG Xbox Ally X and the ROG Xbox Ally. These devices combine ASUS's hardware with an updated Windows software experience for handhelds. Starting with the hardware part, the new ROG Xbox Ally X will run on the AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor while the ROG Xbox Ally gets a new Ryzen Z2 A processor. The Ally X 24GB of LPDDR5X 8000MHz memory while the Ally has 16GB LPDDR5X 6400MHz. There's 1TB storage on the Ally X while the cheaper model makes do with 512GB. Both feature a peculiar design...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/asus_rog_xbox_ally_handhelds_announced-news-68162.php

WWDC 2025: What to expect

WWDC 2025 is just around the corner, taking place tomorrow (June 9), and the rumors so far suggest it's going to be an exciting event. The event where Apple unveils its latest software developments will also see some hardware products. Here's a rumor roundup to give you up to speed with what you can expect. Software updates A last minute report revealed Apple will likely change the naming scheme of its operating systems. So instead of iOS 19 and iPadOS 19, the company is launching iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 to better align them with the current year. Since the next-generation iOS and iPadOS...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/wwdc_2025_what_to_expect-news-68158.php

Xiaomi to follow Apple's footsteps, change the name of its upcoming HyperOS 3

Back in late May, Mark Gurman reported that Apple might change the naming scheme of its operating systems. Instead of iOS 19, for example, the company will launch iOS 26, along with macOS 26, iPadOS 26, etc. The goal is to match the calendar year, avoid confusion, and make it easier to market. Reportedly, Xiaomi wants to do the same with its upcoming HyperOS based on Android 16, so instead of HyperOS 3 this year, we might get HyperOS 26. The system should arrive around October or November, and as we get closer to launch, we will probably know for sure. While this naming scheme is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_to_follow_apples_footsteps_and_change_the_name_of_its_upcoming_hyperos_3-news-68156.php

Deals: Galaxy S25 series discounts, Galaxy tablets and wearables on offer too

This week saw Samsung US and Amazon US trying to one-up each other – the smartphone maker launched its Discover Samsung Summer Sale, while the retailer is gearing up for Father’s Day shopping. Here are the best smartphone, tablet and wearable deals from both. Smartphone The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is at its lowest price yet on Amazon yet, starting at $1,000 for the base 256GB model, the 512GB version is $1,120. Samsung.com offers a free storage update, but even with that the 512GB model is $1,300. That said, Samsung offers trade-in credit up to $630, so that’s something to consider if...

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs. Galaxy S25+

With the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge slotting between the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the S25 Ultra, it's only natural to wonder which one of the three to get. Especially in markets like India and the US, where the Edge is just $100/INR 10,000 more expensive than the S25+. Even if the two devices are built for different users, it's always advisable to get the best hardware for your hard-earned money. However, European consumers have it easy. The Plus model goes for about €400 less than the Edge. So is it worth the Edge's price premium? Let's find out. Table of Contents: Design Display ...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s25_edge_vs_galaxy_s25_review_battery_camera_price_compared-news-68078.php

Samsung's unveiling of the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7 to be later than previously rumored

Samsung has been rumored to hold its next Unpacked event, where it will introduce the Galaxy Z Fold7 alongside the Galaxy Z Flip7, in New York in early July, but now a new rumor comes to contradict that. According to a tipster over on X, the event will actually take place in mid-July. Unfortunately, there's no exact date to speak of, at least not yet. The same source also claims the Galaxy Z Fold7 will have better cameras, bigger screens, "better stamina", and, unfortunately, a higher price than its predecessor. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 For its part, Samsung has already started...

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