16GB RAM phones' existence threatened by memory shortage

The memes about RAM prices are funny and all, but the consequences of the memory supply crunch are anything but. Word on the street is that 16GB RAM phones will become extinct next year and we will see the return of budget phones with 4GB RAM. We've already seen some flagships with hiked prices compared to their predecessors, and we are now hearing that Samsung plans to bump up the prices of its mid-range lineup in India. However, raising prices is not a universal fix. In price-sensitive markets, smartphone manufacturers will choose to cut costs instead of going up the price ladder....

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Google Pixel Watch 4 hands-on review

The Pixel Watch 4 is Google’s latest stab at the premium smartwatch market. As the successor to last year's Pixel Watch 3, the new model may not look all that different on the surface. But underneath that domed exterior is a slew of improvements, including a new display, an updated chipset, longer battery life with faster charging, improved fitness tracking, and Google's latest Wear OS software with Material 3 Expressive design. Starting at $349 for the 41mm version, the Pixel Watch 4 appears poised to claim the title of the best Android smartwatch on the market. But is it any good?...

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Deals: OnePlus 15 goes on pre-order, Galaxy S25 series gets discounted

Postage times go crazy this time of year, but there is still time to buy a new phone and have it arrive before the holidays. Well, not this one. The OnePlus 15 is still “coming soon” – the company’s US site is showing January shipping times. It’s also up on Amazon at the same $900 starting price for the 12/256GB model. OnePlus 15 coming soon Read our review 12/256GB - $900 at Amazon US Another alternative brand is Nothing – its first flagship isn’t as...

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Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold gets 10 Pro Fold's camera split view feature

With foldable phones being so popular, you expect many third-party apps to be optimized for the said form factor. Even more so when it comes to system apps. That's why Google is improving the Camera experience for Pixel 9 Pro Fold users with an update by adding a neat Pixel 10 Pro Fold feature. Pixel 9 Pro Fold Camera app This particular functionality allows you to preview your photos on the left half of the screen and keep the camera viewfinder on the right side. Honestly, it's surprising how much time it took for Google to catch up since this is pretty much a standard feature for...

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Weekly poll results: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is surprisingly popular

Last week’s poll ends with interesting results – the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is surprisingly popular. Okay, the plurality of people is turned away by its price, but those people still find the form factor appealing. Add those who are willing to spend as much as necessary to get into the new form factor early plus those who are on the fence and are waiting and the Z TriFold crosses the 50% mark. It’s rare to see a fresh idea in the mobile space get so much support out of the gate – super-slim phones experienced the exact opposite situation. What we find particularly interesting is how...

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OnePlus Open receives Android 16-based OxygenOS 16 update in North America

The OnePlus Open received the Android 16-based OxygenOS 16 stable update in India and Europe last month, and now the rollout has expanded to North America. The foldable is receiving the OxygenOS 16.0.1.300 update in North America with firmware version CPH2551_16.0.1.300(EX01). The update introduces fluid drag-and-drop animations for Home screen icons, widgets, and folders, while the Trinity Engine optimizes the workload and resources to maintain smooth performance across different usage scenarios. Furthermore, the Photos app gets a visual update for an immersive experience, while...

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