Google Pixel 11 Pro XL design changes hinted at by case leak

If Google repeats history, the Pixel 11 family will be getting official in August. And yet, we're already seeing a purported case outed for the upcoming Pixel 11 Pro XL. It's unclear if this is really based on that device's exact measurements, or just a ploy by the case maker to get some free publicity (probably the latter, which is why we're not mentioning it). But, assuming this is real and based on real information about the Pixel 11 Pro XL, two things stand out. First, the camera island/bar will protrude much less from the phone's body than it does in the Pixel 10 Pro XL. Of...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_11_pro_xl_design_changes_hinted_at_by_case_leak-news-71856.php

Poco X8 Pro and Poco X8 Pro Max launch date tipped

The Poco X8 Pro and X8 Pro Max are going to become official on March 17, according to a new rumor. These have been leaking a lot lately. The X8 Pro is rumored to be a rebranded Redmi Turbo 5 and the Poco X8 Pro Max a rebranded Redmi Turbo 5 Max, but with different battery capacities. Redmi Turbo 5 Max Poco has recently confirmed that the X8 Pro is powered by the Dimensity 8500 SoC and the X8 Pro Max by the Dimensity 9500s - and, unsurprisingly, those are the exact chipsets used by the aforementioned Redmi devices. If the March 17 launch date pans out, then expect Poco to start...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_x8_pro_and_poco_x8_pro_max_launch_date_tipped-news-71850.php

Apple's HomePad gets delayed again, rumor claims

For a very long time, Apple has been rumored to be working on a smart home hub device which everyone's been calling HomePad unofficially. This is now tipped to be finally launching this fall. The device will allegedly have a 7" square display and a front-facing camera. One version is apparently designed to be mounted on a wall, while the other iteration has a speaker base that's similar to a HomePod mini and can be placed on your counter or desk. The HomePad (or whatever it ends up being called) will have sensors to automatically detect when someone is nearby. The content displayed...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/apples_homepad_gets_delayed_again_rumor_claims-news-71853.php

Samsung reveals new details about its Galaxy Glasses

On the sidelines of Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona this week, Samsung revealed more details about its upcoming smart glasses. The Galaxy Glasses will come with a camera that will be mounted at your eye level. Of course, the glasses will connect to your phone. Samsung executive vice president of the mobile business Jay Kim told CNBC: "Everybody talks about what the next AI device is, and I know I've been looking at many different types of devices. Glasses, obviously is one of them and everybody's looking at it". Meta Ray-Ban glasses, Samsung's main competitor for now Kim...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_reveals_new_details_about_its_galaxy_glasses-news-71851.php

Samsung, Apple, Infinix and Honor win GLOMO awards at MWC 2026

As the 2026 edition of the Mobile World Congress (MWC) draws to a close in Barcelona, Spain, the GSM Association (GSMA), which is the organizer of the event, has issued its traditional GLOMO awards. This year, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra won "best in show", even though it wasn't announced at MWC. Similarly, the "best smartphone" award went to the iPhone 17 Pro series, released back in September of last year. And those are also two devices, not one, winning best smartphone singular. Who are we to judge, though, right? In the entry-level "best device" category, the GLOMO went to...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s26_ultra_and_iphone_17_pro_series_win_glomo_awards_at_mwc-news-71833.php

Nothing Phone (4a) in for review

Nothing's Phone (4a) is in the office, which means it's unboxing time. This is the regular, non-Pro model, though we're also bringing you a look at the Pro soon! The Nothing Phone (4a) is up for pre-order and will start shipping on March 13. It's available in Black, White, Blue, and Pink, and in 8/128GB, 8/256GB, and 12/256GB variants. Prices start at €350/£350/₹32,000. In the box, you get Nothing's interesting SIM tool, a USB-C cable, and a case - something the Phone (3a) didn't have a year ago. Let's talk specs. Upfront, the Nothing Phone (4a) has an excellent 6.78-inch 120Hz...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nothing_phone_4a_in_for_review-news-71831.php

Poco confirms the chipsets for the upcoming X8 Pro series

Poco is expected to launch its new X Pro series phones soon and recently began teasing the upcoming devices, even taking a jab at Samsung’s Galaxy S26 lineup. The series is likely to include the Poco X8 Pro and Poco X8 Pro Max, and the company has now confirmed the chipsets that will power both models. In a post on X, Poco revealed that the upcoming X Pro series phones will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 and Dimensity 9500s chipsets. While Poco did not reveal the exact names of the upcoming phones, they are widely expected to be the Poco X8 Pro and Poco X8 Pro Max. The...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_confirms_the_chipsets_for_the_upcoming_x8_pro_series-news-71829.php

Oppo K14 has most of its specs officially revealed ahead of March 9 launch

The Oppo K14x launched last month, and the K14 is also on the way, as revealed around the same time by a certification. The K14 is now officially acknowledged by Oppo since there's an entire microsite dedicated to it on Flipkart. The phone has a 120Hz display with 1,125-nit peak brightness (so it's an LCD). The K14 is powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 6300 SoC, paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. The main camera is 50MP. The device comes with an IP69 rating for dust and water resistance, a 7,000 mAh battery, and support for 45W wired charging. Judging by these specs, the K14...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_k14_has_most_of_its_specs_officially_revealed_ahead_of_march_9_launch-news-71824.php

NordVPN call protection is now available on Android to flag potential scams

Today, NordVPN is launching a call protection feature to Android users in the US, the UK, the EU, Japan, Norway, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Iceland, Australia, and Canada. This warns you about potential scams before you pick up the phone. It obviously needs to know what numbers are calling you in order to work. It analyzes "various intel", according to the official press release, to "define phone number reputation". If it thinks it might be a scam call, you'll be notified by a warning message displayed next to the caller's phone number. NordVPN call protection...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/nordvpn_call_protection_is_now_available_on_android_to_flag_potential_scams-news-71801.php

Samsung Galaxy S26+ in for review

Samsung's updated Galaxy S26 series is now available, and we've got the non-Ultra models in for review, so let's take a look. We're starting with the Galaxy S26+, though the unboxing is the same across all three models - you get a USB-C cable, a SIM tool, and the phone. The Galaxy S26+ starts from €1,250 for the 256GB model, but as part of the pre-order, you're getting double the storage for the same base price. Unlike the smaller S26, the Plus model has faster-than-25W charging - 45W to be precise. But you'd need to supply your own charger if you haven't got one already. Ours is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s26_in_for_review-news-71805.php

TCL unveils Tab A1 Plus (and NxtPaper) as NxtPaper 70 Pro makes it to Europe

TCL had an eventful MWC 2026 with several product launches and we are now set to bring you some hands-on coverage of its latest Android tablet. The Tab A1 Plus brings a 12.2-inch IPS LCD with 1,600 x 2,400 px resolution, a 3:2 aspect ratio and a 120Hz refresh rate. It’s also available in a version with TCL’s NxtPaper tech, which gets the signature matte display coating, which is the one we got to test. The bezels seem thinner than previous TCL tablets, and the signature NxtPaper key now glows and allows you to quickly switch between the three display modes. Regular mode...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tcl_unveils_tab_a1_plus_and_nxtpaper_as_nxtpaper_70_pro_makes_it_to_europe-news-71812.php

Samsung Galaxy A37 and Galaxy A57 pricing, new renders leak

While Samsung has yet to announce an official launch date for the Galaxy A37 and Galaxy A57, new leaks have revealed their expected pricing and color options. The upcoming models appear to be priced higher than their predecessors. The newly leaked renders show the Galaxy A57 in Charcoal, Icyblue, Lilac, and Navy color options. Galaxy A57 in Navy The phone is also expected to arrive in a Grey variant, but that’s not part of the leak. The Galaxy A57 is tipped to sport a 6.6-inch AMOLED screen. It is said to have an Exynos 1680 SoC, a triple rear camera setup, and a 5,000mAh...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a37_and_galaxy_a57_pricing_new_renders_leak-news-71806.php

Xiaomi 17 Ultra Photography Kit and Photography Kit Pro hands-on

Camera flagships are more than just smartphones these days. They have huge potential, thanks to their high-end, next-gen imaging sensors and capable lenses. Heck, you can even expand their native optical reach by adding teleconverter lenses. We truly live in exciting times! Today, we're taking a look at the latest photography kits: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra Photography Kit and the Photography Kit Pro. Both add true manual control to the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and are focused on expanding its imaging prowess, not on adding external lenses. Let's start with the Pro kit. It's all based around a...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_17_ultra_photography_kit_and_photography_kit_pro_handson-news-71791.php

Tecno partners with Tonino Lamborghini for new smartphone and AIoT products

Chinese technology brand Tecno has announced its collaboration with Italian lifestyle experience brand Tonino Lamborghini at the ongoing Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, Spain. Tecno says "this partnership is an expression of a lifestyle shaped by design, technology and attitude, where Italian aesthetics meet advanced technological innovation to accompany everyday moments with purpose, boldness, and personality." Tecno products developed as a part of this collaboration will feature exclusive design elements inspired by Tonino Lamborghini's iconic style, and this collaboration...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tecno_tonino_lamborghini_partnership-news-71787.php

Snapdragon Wear Elite arrives with on-device AI capabilities, performance and battery gains

Qualcomm’s latest system on a chip for wrist wearables is here, and it jumps on the Elite naming scheme with more power and on-device AI capabilities for the agentic AI era. It’s set to power the next-generation of flagship WearOS smartwatches as well as upcoming AI wearables like pins and pendants with added support for Android and Linux. From a performance standpoint, Qualcomm claims the Wear Elite brings 5x CPU performance, up to 7x GPU improvement and 30% longer battery life when compared with the outgoing Snapdragon W5+ Gen 2 platform. Wear Elite is fabbed on a 3nm architecture...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/snapdragon_wear_elite_arrives_with_ondevice_ai_capabilities_performance_and_battery_gains-news-71793.php

Tecno announces the Watch GT 1S watch, MEGAPAD 2 tablet and FreeHear 2 earbuds

Tecno is having a busy schedule this year at MWC 2026 in Barcelona and is now announcing the Watch GT 1S smartwatch, the MEGAPAD 2 tablet and a pair of open-ear wireless buds called FreeHear 2. All three devices come alongside the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra that came out yesterday. Starting with the MEGAPAD 2, which is a mid-tier tablet designed for multimedia and education. It's built around an 11-inch 2.5K display, ticking at 90Hz and offers TÜV Low Blue Light certification. The chassis is just 6.6mm thin, making it easy to carry around. Tecno emphasizes the various AI-powered features...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/tecno_announces_the_watch_gt_1s_watch_megapad_2_tablet_and_freehear_2_earbuds-news-71788.php

ROKFORM brings Rugged Case and Screen Protectors to the Samsung Galaxy S26 series

Rokform, an established, California-based maker of premium mobile device cases and accessories, has launched its Rugged Case and tempered glass screen protectors for the new Samsung Galaxy S26 phone lineup. The Rugged Case is available for the S26 Ultra, S26+, and S26. Combining impact-resistant polycarbonate with shock-cushioning TPU, the Rugged Case delivers incredible drop protection (MIL-STD 810G-516.6 certified) in a slim, pocket-friendly design that doesn't compromise on everyday usability. What sets the Rugged Case apart from a standard protective case is its built-in...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/rokform_brings_rugged_case_and_screen_protectors_to_the_samsung_galaxy_s26_series-news-71749.php

Motorola Razr Fold hands-on

Introduction Motorola unveiled its first book-style foldable, the Razr Fold back at CES, but it didn't reveal all of the phone's details. Today, it did, and we got a chance to handle the pioneer in person. We got hold of both the Pantone Lily White and the Pantone Blackened Blue models in Barcelona. The Razr Fold will launch in Europe, and then expand to North America "in the coming months". You'll get either 12GB or 16GB LPDDR5X RAM, and 256GB/512GB/1TB of built-in storage. In terms of price, Motorola has said €2,000, which likely refers to the 512GB model. The Razr Fold...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_razr_fold_handson-news-71774.php

vivo X300 Ultra showcased at MWC

As expected, vivo showcased its top-tier camera flagship – the X300 Ultra at MWC. This was not an official announcement but a sneak peek at what’s to come, and the more important bit is that the X300 Ultra is confirmed to launch outside of China, which would make it the first vivo Ultra phone to do so. It remains to be seen which countries will get the device and there’s no word on pricing for now. Vivo did not reveal the X300 Ultra’s actual design and key specs, but we did get to see its all-new teleconverter and camera rig. The verbosely named vivo ZEISS Telephoto Extender Gen2...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_x300_ultra_showcased_at_mwc_-news-71770.php

OnePlus 15T will feature an upgraded periscope telephoto camera

OnePlus is expected to unveil the successor to the OnePlus 13T in China later this month. Although the company has not announced an exact launch date, it has begun teasing the upcoming OnePlus 15T. Most recently, a company executive shared details about the phone’s rear camera system. In a post on Weibo, OnePlus China President Li Jie confirmed that the OnePlus 15T will come with an upgraded LUMA periscope lens at the back. The executive claims that the upgraded hardware enables better portrait and zoom shots. OnePlus 13T The handset will also offer a larger battery and improved...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_15t_will_feature_an_upgraded_periscope_telephoto_camera-news-71769.php

Xiaomi 17 series and Pad 8 to debut in India next week

Following the global debut of the Xiaomi 17 series and the Pad 8 last week, the company has now announced their launch date in India. In a post on X, Xiaomi India confirmed that the Xiaomi 17 series, comprising the standard Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, will debut in India on March 11. The company will also unveil the Pad 8 tablet on the same day. The devices will be available for purchase in India via Amazon and the official Xiaomi online store. Notably, the Xiaomi 17 series and the Pad 8 tablet were unveiled in China in Q3 2025. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 are...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_17_series_and_pad_8_to_debut_in_india_next_week-news-71768.php

The new Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is slimmer, features a quad-curved 6.78" 144Hz display

The recent Motorola Edge 70 is focused on a super-slim build, but that comes at the expense of battery capacity – the phone is only 6.0mm thick, but its battery is only 4,800mAh. For comparison, the Edge 60 was a 7.9mm phone with a 5,200mAh battery. Now Motorola is launching the Moto Edge 70 Fusion. It slims down compared to its predecessor too, but without sacrificing the battery – it has the same 5,200mAh capacity as the Edge 60 Fusion, while reducing the thickness from 8.0mm to 7.2mm. The weight remains essentially the same at 177g. Motorola Edge 70 Fusion The new Fusion is...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_new_motorola_edge_70_fusion_is_slimmer_features_a_quadcurved_678_144hz_display-news-71767.php

Xiaomi Watch 5 unboxing

Xiaomi's latest Wear OS smartwatch is here, and it means serious business. Meet the Xiaomi Watch 5, a no-compromises smartwatch with a massive battery. Before we go through the numbers, let's do an unboxing. The Watch 5 ships with Xiaomi's typical two-pin magnetic charger. We're not fans of it. First, it ends on a USB-A connection, not a USB-C, which isn't ideal in early 2026. Second, the two-pin design means you need to fiddle when placing the watch down to charge. It'd be much easier if Xiaomi went with a universal magnetic design, like Samsung and OnePlus. Charger aside, the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_watch_5_unboxing-news-71757.php

Weekly deals: Galaxy S26 series launches, plus new Galaxy Buds4 and accessories

Next week will be busy with news from the MWC and upcoming Apple announcements. This week the big event was the launch of the Galaxy S26 series. In case you missed it, this post serves as a jumping off point to the most important details. We also have a hands-on review with all three S26 models as well as a hands-on video. Long story short, the S26 trio is already on pre-order and will officially go on sale on March 11. The first shipments should start arriving around that time too. It’s important to highlight that Samsung revised the prices of the S-series models – here’s the detailed...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/weekly_deals_galaxy_s26_series_launches_plus_new_galaxy_buds4_and_accessories-news-71751.php

The OrigArmor anti-reflective screen protector for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is now available

TORRAS is launching a new anti-reflective screen protector designed specifically for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. The OrigArmor Screen Protector also boasts high light transmittance, enhanced protection against damage and easy installation with a roller tray system. You can find it now on the official TORRAS store as well as on Amazon. The TORRAS OrigArmor screen protector for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Since the S24 Ultra, Samsung has been using special glass for the display that cuts down on reflections. However, typical screen protectors negate this advantage of the...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/the_origarmor_antireflective_screen_protector_for_the_samsung_galaxy_s26_ultra_is_now_available-news-71489.php