OnePlus 13 gets 50MP photo editing and bypass charging support with the latest OxygenOS update

The OnePlus 15 received bypass charging support for non-gaming activities last month through the OxygenOS 16.0.2.401 update. Now the OnePlus 13 has also received the same feature via OxygenOS 16.0.3.501. [#InlinePriceWidget,13477,1#] Additionally, the OxygenOS 16.0.3.501 update includes the January 2026 Android security patch and lets users edit 50MP images in the Photos app without compromising image quality. You can check the complete changelog of OxygenOS 16.0.3.501 update below for more details. Delight in details The Photos app now supports editing images...

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One more brand is set to launch a smartphone with a telephoto extender

When we talk about smartphones with telephoto extender lenses, the Oppo Find X9 Pro and the vivo X300 Pro come to mind, as they were launched not too long ago. These smartphones will be joined by the Magic8 RSR Porsche Design, making Honor the latest brand to join the telephoto extender club. Honor took to Weibo to announce that the Magic8 RSR Porsche Design will support an add-on telephoto extender lens, which will be a part of the camera kit. The image shared by Honor, included below, reveals that the telephoto extender will extend the native zoom by 2.35x. Honor also posted...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_magic8_rsr_porsche_design_telephoto_extender-news-71151.php

Deals: OnePlus 15R now available, vivo X300 Pro paired with a free Imaging Grip

The prices of some newly-introduced models are falling pretty rapidly, but the newcomers have to contend with older models, which have also gotten quite cheap. The OnePlus 15R shows up as “coming soon” on Amazon, though it should switch to “available” soon. This year’s R-model brings a massive battery – 7,400mAh vs. 6,000mAh on the 13R – along with improved water resistance (IP68/IP69K vs. IP65). It also features the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (non-Elite), up from the two-year-old Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. There have been some downgrades, however. First, the telephoto camera is gone, while the main...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/deals_oneplus_15r_now_available_vivo_x300_pro_paired_with_a_free_imaging_grip-news-71146.php

Oppo Reno15 Pro (mini) review

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The Samsung Galaxy S26+ reportedly missed out on a display upgrade

Samsung made the decision to cancel the Galaxy S26 Edge pretty late in the development process and it replaced it with the Galaxy S26+. However, since work on the S26+ started late, the company is now scrambling to get it done. Insiders speaking to Korean publication The Elec have revealed some last-minute changes. Apparently, Samsung was initially planning on taking the new display panel that it had developed for the S26 Edge and using it on the Plus model. Then it decided against that, which left it with no time for a replacement part, so the S26+ will use an almost identical panel to...

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Honor Magic8 Pro Air runs Geekbench confirming its chipset

Honor is launching the Magic8 Pro Air on January 19, and ahead of that a prototype now seems to have run Geekbench 6.5. As always, this has resulted in the device being listed in the benchmark's online database. The phone has the model number LDY-AN00. It managed a single-core score of 2,969 and a multi-core score of 9,892, though as usual we have to caution you against taking such results from prototypes too seriously. The handset runs Android 16, and it's powered by the Dimensity 9500 SoC paired with 16GB of RAM (though of course more memory options could be offered). Honor has...

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Motorola Moto G Play (2026) in for review

Motorola skipped a generation in 2025, but the Moto G Play is back in 2026 - meet the aptly named Moto G Play (2026). It came out alongside the Moto G (2026) in November and shares most of its specs with it - the screen, the chipset, and the battery capacity are all the same. Where they differ is in the storage - 128GB for the G, 64GB for the G Play; the charging speed is 30W on the Moto G (2026) and 18W on the Play (2026). You also get better cameras on the Moto G (2026) - 50MP main vs 32MP, a second 2MP macro, and a high-res 32MP selfie vs 8MP on the Moto G Play (2026). The...

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Omdia: Global smartphone shipments grew by 4% in Q4 25, Apple reigns supreme

Global smartphone shipments recorded 4% growth in Q4, 2025, as the market was able to absorb rising component costs. According to preliminary data shared by Omdia, Apple was the runaway leader in terms of shipments and reached a record 25% market share. That means 1 in every 4 phones shipped in the last three months of 2025 was an iPhone. That’s not particularly surprising as demand for the iPhone 17 series has remained strong since its launch in September. The holiday period also saw continued traction from older iPhone models like the 16 series, but it was the base iPhone 17 that...

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Motorola Moto G (2026) in for review

This is the Moto G (2026) and came out in early November, and has been on sale since last month. It's very similar to its predecessor, with only slight changes to the specs sheet. We'll call them quality of life type upgrades - you get twice the base storage at 128GB and a slightly bigger 5,200mAh battery. Oh, and the selfie camera has doubled from a 16MP unit to a 32MP one with a brighter f/2.2 lens. The rest of the specs are nearly identical - a 6.7-inch IPS LCD with 1,000 nits of brightness, and a 120Hz refresh rate. Even the chipset is the same 6nm Dimensity 6300 with 4GB of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_g_2026_in_for_review-news-71105.php

Nothing Phone (4a) series to have improved storage, possibly higher prices

Nothing CEO Carl Pei today confirmed that "some products", launching before the end of March, will have UFS 3.1 storage. This quite obviously refers to the Phone (4a) series, though which exact device(s) will be blessed with UFS 3.1 storage and which will miss out remains to be seen. Last year, the Nothing Phone (3a) and Nothing Phone (3a) Pro launched in early March, which is why we assume that their successors are what Pei is talking about. Those devices use UFS 2.2 storage, a decision which Nothing explained at the time as not being "about cutting costs, but about putting resources...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_4a_series_to_have_improved_storage_possibly_higher_prices-news-71108.php

Samsung Galaxy S26's charging speed may surprise you

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has long been rumored to up its wired charging capacity to 60W. The S26+ was supposedly staying at 45W just like the S25+, and the S26 at 25W like the S25. But today a new rumor claims the vanilla Galaxy S26 will actually go up to 45W, matching the Plus model. Of course it remains to be seen what this means in practice in terms of an actual improvement in charging time, but it's a good move nonetheless. The Galaxy S26 and S26+ are both said to be using the Exynos 2600 chipset, though it's not mentioned whether it will make an appearance in some markets only....

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s26s_charging_speed_may_surprise_you-news-71103.php

Taiwan issues arrest warrant for OnePlus CEO

Liu Zuohu, also known as Pete Lau, is the co-founder and CEO of OnePlus, and he has led the brand since its inception in 2013. While we haven’t heard much from the exec in the last few months, he is now facing arrest charges by Taiwanese prosecutors. The reason? Illegal hiring practices in Taiwan. Taiwan’s Shilin District Prosecutors' Office issued an official document on Tuesday indicting two Taiwanese citizens for aiding in the recruiting practices of the OnePlus CEO. According to prosecutors, OnePlus, with Lau at the helm, hired over 70 engineers based in Taiwan to work on...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/taiwan_issues_arrest_warrant_for_oneplus_ceo-news-71102.php

Google Pixel 10a release timeline leaks along with colors and storage options

If you've been patiently waiting for the Google Pixel 10a to hit the streets, you're in luck as apparently you only have around one month left to wait. That is, of course, if the latest rumor pans out. The phone will allegedly be in stores around mid-February. It will be offered in four colorways: Obsidian, Berry, Fog, and Lavender, with 128GB and 256GB of storage. According to a past leak, the Pixel 10a has a 6.28-inch AMOLED screen with FHD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate, a 48MP main camera, a 13MP ultrawide, a 13MP selfie camera, 8GB of RAM, and a 5,100 mAh battery. If...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_10a_release_timeline_leaks_along_with_colors_and_storage_options-news-71088.php

Motorola Moto G Power (2026) in for review

We've got Motorola's 2026 Moto G trifecta in the office and will do a review on all three, starting with the Moto G Power (2026). It's the nicest among the three with a FullHD IPS LCD, 8GB of RAM, wireless charging, and full water and dust resistance. The Moto G Power (2026) on the left, Moto G (2026) in the middle, and the Moto G Play (2026) on the right In fact, the Moto G Power (2026) takes durability a whole step further with MIL-STD-810H compliance for drop resistance, extreme temperatures, humidity, and 11 others. You have a choice of Pantone Evening Blue and Pure...

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Apple introduces Creator Studio, a subscription bundle of its best creative apps

Today Apple is introducing a new app bundle. It's called Creator Studio and for a fixed monthly or yearly fee, you get access to a bunch of creative apps: Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, and Pixelmator Pro on Macs and iPads, as well as Motion, Compressor, and MainStage on Macs. There are also intelligent features and premium content in Keynote, Pages, Numbers, and, coming later, Freeform on iPhones, iPads, and Macs. And all of this for $12.99 per month or $129 per year, with a free one-month trial. For college students and educators, the price is $2.99 per month or $29.99 per year. The Creator...

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Insta360 launches upgraded Link 2 Pro and Link 2C Pro webcams with huge 1/1.3" sensors

A little over a year ago, Insta360 unveiled the Link 2 and 2C web cameras. Now the company is introducing “Pro” models for each, which pack larger 1/1.3” sensors – that’s a massive upgrade over the 1/2” sensors of the non-Pro models. Insta360 Link 2 Pro (left) and Link 2C Pro (right) Here’s a quick introduction. The Insta360 Link 2 Pro uses a gimbal that can track you as you move around the room. The camera can optionally be paired with the Wave Speakerphone for conference calls. The camera has an 84° lens (f/1.9) and you can use the Insta360 app to define a Tracking Area – this...

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OnePlus Open 2 was supposed to come this year but got cancelled, new rumor says

The original OnePlus Open came out in 2023, and it's been crickets ever since. 2024 passed with no Open 2, 2025 too, but apparently the brand was planning to finally come out with its next foldable smartphone this year. However, that's not happening anymore. The OnePlus Open 2 has been cancelled (again?). That is, of course, if we choose to believe the latest rumor on the matter, the source of which claims the Open 2 was scheduled to launch around July and be "the big summer release" from OnePlus. Well, not anymore. OnePlus Open The phone was allegedly already in "advanced testing...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_open_2_was_supposed_to_come_this_year_but_got_cancelled_new_rumor_says-news-71071.php

The Galaxy A07 5G is now listed on Samsung's official website

Samsung launched the Galaxy A07 4G back in August of last year, and the 5G version has been rumored quite a lot recently. Today, the Galaxy A07 5G has been officially listed on Samsung's website for Myanmar. It's not available for purchase online, but may already be out in physical stores in the country. The phone is launching in Light Violet and black, with a 6.7-inch 720x1600 LCD screen with 120Hz refresh rate and 800-nit peak brightness, a 50MP main camera, a 2MP depth sensor, an 8MP front camera, and a 6,000 mAh battery. It has 4/6GB of RAM and microSD storage...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_galaxy_a07_5g_is_now_listed_on_samsungs_official_website-news-71067.php

Apple officially chooses Google's Gemini to power its revamped AI-infused Siri

As rumored already, Apple has picked Google's Gemini to power its upcoming revamped Siri. This is a multi-year partnership which "will lean on Google's Gemini models and cloud technology for future Apple foundational models", according to a statement obtained by CNBC. Here's what Apple says: After careful evaluation, we determined that Google’s technology provides the most capable foundation for Apple Foundation Models and we’re excited about the innovative new experiences it will unlock for our users. The news sent up shares of both Apple and Google. The AI-powered Siri was...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apple_officially_chooses_googles_gemini_to_power_its_revamped_aipowered_siri-news-71070.php

Xiaomi 17 Ultra by Leica in for review

Photography nerds rejoice! We have something special for you today! Not only because it has a Leica in the name, but also because it's a Xiaomi Ultra. Say hello to the Xiaomi 17 Ultra by Leica, a special edition of the mainstream flagship with more than one unique thing about it! Let's talk about it! Starting with the unboxing, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra by Leica comes with some very photo-centric accessories in the box, which is understandable given the higher price - the Leica edition is CNY 7,999 or CNY 8,999 (512GB or 1TB), compared to CNY 6,999-8,499 for the regular phone. You get the...

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Xiaomi’s scrapped 17 Air was only 5.5mm thin

A while back, we saw a report from DigiTimes which claimed that at least three Chinese smartphone companies decided to drop their thin and light smartphone projects following the iPhone Air’s poor sales. One of the brands mentioned in the report was Xiaomi, and we now have a look at a prototype Xiaomi 17 Air, which was supposed to go head-to-head with the iPhone Air. Tipster Bald Panda shared a video that showcases the chassis of the rumored Xiaomi 17 Air, featuring a prominent visor on its back housing two camera modules. The back of the device features matte glass,...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomis_scrapped_17_air_was_only_55mm_thin-news-71057.php

Honor Magic8 RSR Porsche Design launch date and design confirmed, specs leaked

Honor has officially announced the launch date of the Magic8 RSR Porsche Edition, and revealed its design. The company has also showcased the phone’s color options and released a teaser video highlighting the device from every angle. The Honor Magic8 RSR Porsche Edition will debut on January 19 in China, alongside the Magic8 Pro Air. The flagship will sport triple rear cameras housed in a redesigned camera module, dropping the hexagonal design seen on the Magic7 RSR Porsche Edition. It will be available in Moonlight Stone and Slate Grey color options when it goes on sale in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/honor_magic8_rsr_porsche_design_launch_date_and_design_confirmed_specs_leaked-news-71056.php

vivo Y500i debuts with a 7,200mAh battery

vivo has announced a new Y500 series phone in China with a big battery and a new design. The vivo Y500i joins the Y500 and Y500 Pro, which were unveiled last year in the country. The vivo Y500i comes with a 7,200mAh lithium-ion battery and supports 44W fast charging. It is powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC, paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. On the front, the phone sports a 6.75-inch LCD display with a refresh rate of 120Hz and HD+ resolution. The panel offers 1,200 nits peak brightness and gets a hole-punch cutout for the selfie camera. Talking...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_y500i_debuts_with_a_7200mah_battery-news-71055.php

Top 10 trending phones of week 2

Xiaomi's 17 Ultra retained its crown as the trendiest phone in our database in the second week of 2026. And just like the first week of the year it was joined on the podium by the Galaxy A56 in second and the Galaxy S25 Ultra in third. [#InlinePriceWidget, 13322, 1#] Newly unveiled Poco M8 Pro came in fourth, ahead of another new face - the Realme 16 Pro+. In sixth sits the iPhone 17 Pro Max. The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ climbed to seventh, followed by the star of CES 2026 - the Motorola Signature. Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Redmi Note 15 5G complete the second edition of the chart...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/top_10_trending_phones_of_week_2-news-71054.php

Oppo Reno15 Pro (for India) hands-on

We managed to snag a quick hands-on with the new Reno15 series during Oppo's special global launch event. This is a quick look at the Indian Reno15 Pro, which will retail as the Reno15 Pro Max in some other regions. To avoid confusion, the Indian Reno15 Pro is a 6.78-inch phone, while the Indian Reno15 Pro Mini (a 6.32-inch model) is referred to as the Reno15 Pro outside of India. Here's the lineup in India - you have the Reno15 Pro Mini on the left (called Reno15 Pro in the rest of the world), then the Reno15 in the middle, and the Reno15 Pro (called the Reno15 Pro Max outside of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno15_pro_handson-news-71034.php

Deals: Poco M8 Pro and M8 go on sale, Motorola Razr 60 Ultra, Pixel 10 discounted

Poco recently launched the M8 series and it is now available for purchase. Poco is selling the phones at a discount as part of an early bird offer, which lasts until January 14. Meanwhile, the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra, a bunch of Edge 60 series phones, and the Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 9a have also received discounts. The Poco M8 Pro comes with a 6.83-inch AMOLED display with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection, whereas the M8 gets a 6.77-inch AMOLED panel. The Pro is equipped with a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset and packs a 6,500mAh battery with 100W fast charging support. ...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/deals_poco_m8_pro_and_m8_go_on_sale_motorola_razr_60_ultra_pixel_10_discounted-news-71043.php

Oppo Reno15 Pro in for review

Oppo unveiled its Reno15 series to the global stage yesterday, and thanks to the miracle of international shipping, we've got the Reno15 Pro in the office and ready for testing! This is the international version, which means it's a 6.32-inch model that corresponds to the Indian Reno15 Pro Mini. We have to say, the Reno15 Pro is a delight in the hands. Compact flagship-style phones don't do too well on the market, but we still love them. Ours is the Dusk Brown model, and it looks classy. There's something Audi A6 Allroad about it, minus the grey plastic mudguards. Nearly the entire...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_reno15_pro_in_for_review-news-71039.php

Qualcomm could return to Samsung for its 2nm chip production

Qualcomm's CEO Cristiano Amon made some comments about the company being in talks with Samsung to produce its 2nm chips, although Samsung has since declined to comment on the matter. Either way, this is an interesting turn of events given that Samsung's foundry isn't doing all that well. The last time Samsung produced Qualcomm-designed chips was in 2022, when the first Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 came out, but it was met with a lot of criticism for its thermal issues. Moreover, the Korean tech giant's foundry didn't meet Qualcomm's requirements in terms of yield, so the US chip designer turned to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomm_could_return_to_samsung_for_its_2nm_chip_production-news-71053.php