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Vivo 200 Ultra review. (Image source: Marcus Herbrich)

Anyone who takes portrait photos with their smartphone will love the Vivo X200 Ultra

The high-end phone from Vivo is perfect for photos of children or friends. Thanks to the special focal length of the main camera, portraits are more natural than with a Galaxy S25 Ultra or iPhone 16 Pro. But the Vivo phone also im...

Marcus Herbrich, 03 Jul 2025 09:49

The Cuktech 15 Air costs around $37.54 in China. Pictured: the power bank. (Image source: Cuktech)

Cuktech launches new affordable power bank with large SiC battery and 100 W fast charging

The Cuktech 15 Air is now official in China. It's a 15,000 mAh power bank with a compact form factor, and it achieves the small size by using a SiC battery. The launch price of this 100 W portable charger is CNY 269, around $37.54...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 Jul 2025 09:20

The Infinix Hot 60i comes in sleek black, titanium silver, shadow blue, neon red, meadow green, and soul eye purple colorways (Image source: Infinix)

Infinix Hot 60i debuts with 120 Hz display and Helio G81 Ultimate chipset

Infinix has announced its latest entry-level smartphone, the Hot 60i. The company’s new smartphone is equipped with MediaTek’s budget-range Helio G81 Ultimate chipset, a 120 Hz display, and a decent 5,160 mAh battery. The device a...

Abhinav Fating, 03 Jul 2025 09:02

We review the camera kit for the Vivo X200 Ultra (Image source: Marcus Herbrich)

Vivo X200 Ultra: The ultimate smartphone camera kit with Zeiss teleconverter reviewed

With the PGYTECH Photography Kit, one of the best camera phones of 2025 can be transformed into a compact camera. We take a closer look at this accessory for the Vivo X200 Ultra. Read our hands-on review to find out if it's worth ...

Marcus Herbrich, 02 Jul 2025 23:21

The Magic V5 should edge the Oppo Find N5 on performance thanks to its 8-core Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, former pictured. (Image source: Honor)

Honor Magic V5 foldable now available as direct import

The Magic V5 matches the new Vivo X Fold5 as the world's lightest foldable at just 217 g. Also slimmed down to 8.8 mm for its latest release, the new Magic V features a larger battery, upgraded cameras, brighter displays and Qualc...

Alex Alderson, 02 Jul 2025 23:15

Google reduces the battery life of some Pixel 6a units via software update (Image source: Google / iFixit)

"Battery update from hell" to hit Google Pixel 6a on July 8, Google offers compensation

Google is significantly reducing the battery life and charging performance of select Pixel 6a devices via a mandatory update for Android 16. Users who are affected by these "battery optimizations" may be entitled to compensation.

Hannes Brecher, 02 Jul 2025 22:02

The Xiaomi 15S Pro is one of the best smartphones of 2025. (Image source: Marcus Herbrich)

Verdict on the Xiaomi 15S Pro: One of the best smartphones in 2025

In our review, the Xiaomi 15S Pro proves to be one of the best smartphones currently available. We took the Xiaomi smartphone on a trip and shot some photos with the Leica cameras, revealing the high-end phone's potential in photo...

Marcus Herbrich, 02 Jul 2025 21:13

The Redmi Note 15, Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 16 series are tipped to all arrive during the second half of this year, Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Leaker delivers insights into Redmi Note 15, Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 16 release schedules

A reliable leaker has offered a few insights into the state of Xiaomi's Redmi Note 15, Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 16 smartphone series. While the likes of the Redmi Note 15 Pro and Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus are expected to land first, the ...

Alex Alderson, 02 Jul 2025 19:59

TCL's new Real RGB OLED. (Image source: TCL)

Real RGB OLED backed to redefine 2K resolutions for smartphones

Real RGB OLED is thought to become the latest display buzzword for next-gen Android flagships such as the Xiaomi 16 Pro, Redmi K90 Pro and Vivo X300 Pro. It is now backed to deliver improved sharpness and clarity at 2K to these de...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Jul 2025 19:59

Galaxy S25 Ultra (Pictured) features a 5,000 mAh battery with 45W wired charging. (Image source: Amazon)

Galaxy S26 series may get improved battery protection tech, theoretically allowing larger capacity and faster charging

While Samsung may not hit the 6,000 mAh battery capacity number enabled by Silicon-Carbon tech, some key upgrades may be coming to the Galaxy S26 series. Theoretically, these upgrades should allow for larger capacity and faster ch...

Vineet Washington, 02 Jul 2025 19:28

All but one of the Magic V5's colour options measure 9 mm thick when closed and officially weigh 222 g. (Image source: Fenibook)

Honor Magic V5: Early impressions draw unfavourable comparisons with Oppo Find N5 and Vivo X200 Ultra

Honor has just announced the Magic V5. Early impressions show the company's latest foldable in a poor light though, particularly when it comes to the thickness of its new camera housing and its noticeable foldable display crease.

Alex Alderson, 02 Jul 2025 16:48

Qualcomm is said to be working on two Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 versions. Artistic representation of one such chip pictured (image source: Google Gemini)

Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 variant manufactured on Samsung's 2 nm node reportedly in the works

Qualcomm's upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 is said to have two variants: one made on TSMC's N3P node and the other on Samsung Foundry's SF2 node. The latter is widely believed to be the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 for Galaxy, slated to pow...

Anil Ganti, 02 Jul 2025 12:51

Mythical Xiaomi Mix 5 surfaces amidst reports of a "surround screen"

Xiaomi finally looks set to launch a Mix 5, four years after the arrival of the Mix 4 as the second ever device with an under-display selfie camera. According to the leaker, the experimental flagship phone could feature a surround...

Ricci Rox, 02 Jul 2025 11:07

The Xiaomi 16 Pro and Xiaomi 16 Pro Max are expected to look like this. (Image Source: Digital Chat Station)

Latest Xiaomi 16 series leaks outline design, display, and camera hardware of the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 phones

New leaks have now provided more insight into Xiaomi's next-gen flagship lineup for this year. Three devices will launch, excluding the line-leading Xiaomi 16 Ultra, and information on their design, sizes, and camera hardware has ...

Ricci Rox, 02 Jul 2025 09:17

The OnePlus Nord 5 has a 50MP main camera (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus previews Nord CE5 with 7,100mAh battery and Nord 5 with Snapdragon 8s Gen 3

OnePlus is set to unveil two new mid-range smartphones with intriguing specs in a few days time. The OnePlus Nord 5 is expected to feature the quick Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 at a mid-range price, while the Nord CE5 will reportedly spor...

Hannes Brecher, 01 Jul 2025 21:51

The Nothing Phone (3) has finally arrived (image source: Notebookcheck)

Nothing Phone (3) official with a peculiar new design and a somewhat expensive price tag

Nothing has finally shown off a new high-end smartphone: the Phone (3). It comes with a new, visually distinct design, a high-end Qualcomm SoC and three rear camera modules.

Anil Ganti, 01 Jul 2025 19:30

A new "AI" smartphone. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei tipped to beat Apple to launch of world-first "HBM" DRAM smartphone

Forget LPDDR5X, smartphones will start upgrading to the same HBM DRAM found in Nvidia's highest-end GPUs soon - according to the latest leaks, anyway. Mobile device OEMs are thought to switch to that advanced form of memory in ord...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Jul 2025 18:45

OnePlus is still owned by parent company Oppo, which also owns Realme. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus risks US sales ban for allegedly sending sensitive data to China without permission

OnePlus is the latest Chinese company to be caught between souring Chinese and US relations. According to US lawmakers, OnePlus is transferring 'sensitive personal information and screenshots' to Chinese servers without seeking us...

Alex Alderson, 01 Jul 2025 18:06

Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Version Tops AnTuTu June 2025 flagship phone ranking. Pictured: the SoC. (Image source: RedMagic - edited)

Snapdragon 8 Elite once again tops AnTuTu flagship phone performance ranking

AnTuTu has published the list of flagship phones with the highest benchmark scores in June 2025. Just like the last ranking, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Version has topped the list. As for MediaTek's top-performing SoC, it only...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 01 Jul 2025 17:51

A new main camera may be one of the biggest differences between the X200 Pro and X300 Pro. Former pictured. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X300 Pro: Leaker describes details of new flagship months ahead of schedule

The launch of the X300 Pro may not occur for another few months. Nonetheless, a respected leaker has already detailed one of Vivo's next flagships on Chinese social media.

Alex Alderson, 01 Jul 2025 14:15

The Galaxy Z Fold7 may be thinner and lighter than its predecessor, but it will not do better at resisting the elements. New model pictured. (Image source: via Evan Blass)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 expected to disappoint against many foldable flagships with surprising missed opportunity

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 should become official in just over a week's time. Surprisingly, Samsung is now slated to drop behind Google and Vivo when it comes to dust and water resistance.

Alex Alderson, 01 Jul 2025 14:03

The Enercore CJ11 67 W charger currently costs $39.99. Pictured: the charging brick. (Image source: Baseus)

Baseus launches new fast charger with retractable cable and introductory discount

The Baseus Enercore CJ11 fast charger has made a global debut. This charging head features 67 W fast charging support and a built-in retractable cable. Its global launch price is $69.99, but thanks to the introductory discount, it...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 01 Jul 2025 13:01

New rumors about the Xiaomi 16 Ultra and Xiaomi 16 Pro Duo suggest more SmartSens sensors and a rarity in 2026. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Leaker: Xiaomi 16 Ultra to be a one of a kind in 2026

After it became known over the weekend that the Xiaomi 16 Ultra may contain the same 1-inch sensor that Huawei currently uses in the Pura 80 Ultra, a leaker has now provided further information about the Leica camera and the senso...

Alexander Fagot, 30 Jun 2025 21:28

The Xiaomi XRing O2 is in the works. (Image source: Xiaomi/Notebookcheck)

Xiaomi already working on XRing O2 processor

Xiaomi only recently introduced its first in-house processor, the XRing O1, in the Xiaomi 15S Pro and Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra. Now, a well-known tipster has spoken out on Weibo about the successor SoC, the XRing O2.

Matthias Zellmer, 30 Jun 2025 21:26

This year's base Oppo Find X smartphone is tipped to gain at least a new 1/1.4-inch main camera and ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, predecessor pictured. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo Find X9 tipped to launch with new 50 MP main camera and ultrasonic fingerprint scanner to match rivals

According to a new report from Digital Chat Station, Oppo will be bringing several upgrades to its cheaper flagship this year with the release of the Find X9 series. Mirroring rivals, the Oppo Find X9 is said to be adopting an ult...

Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2025 20:44

The Pixel 10 Pro has already been spotted in its pre-production stage. (Image source: MysticLeaks)

Google Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL leaked specs reveal larger batteries and other upgrades

The Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL will be some of Google's first devices to line up with its Tensor G5 chipset this summer. According to new leaks, Pixel fans can expect modest battery upgrades from the Pixel 9 series to comple...

Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2025 20:40

The new kind of foldable touchpad. (Image source: Seenda)

Seenda Foldable Bluetooth Keyboard debuts as travel accessory with touchpad

The travel collapsible keyboard with Bluetooth for devices such as smartphones and tablets is not exactly a new concept. Seenda claims to have created the best example thus far, as this one integrates its own touchpad. It is still...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jun 2025 19:50

A new Moto G96 render. (Image source: XpertPick)

Update | Motorola Moto G96 tipped to launch exclusive to India in July 2025

Motorola has apparently been pre-empted by a prominent leaker in announcing a launch date for the Moto G96, billed as the OEM's most premium mid-range Android smartphone of 2025. It is now slated to have a display as responsive as...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jun 2025 19:09

The world's latest 8,000mAh smartphone. (Image source: Honor)

OnePlus 16 and its rivals tipped to adopt steel shells for extra-large batteries

The world's first 9,000mAh silicon-carbon (SiC) battery for smartphones is tipped to hit the market by 2027, according to a new leak. The flagship devices to be based on such technology might adopt the same stainless steel shieldi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jun 2025 18:28

The Vivo X Fold5 may reach India running FunTouch OS rather than OriginOS. (Image source: Flipkart via TechHome100 - edited)

Vivo X Fold5: New Oppo Find N5 rival could reach more countries than expected with international launch now confirmed

Flipkart has started teasing the arrival of the Vivo X Fold5 in India following the device's release in China last week. Supposedly arriving by the middle of July in India, a new regulatory body filing indicates that Vivo has plan...

Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2025 18:25

Honor will use the Magic V5 to showcase a new 70 mm telephoto camera. (Image source: fenibook)

Honor Magic V5 targets Oppo Find N5 and Vivo X Fold5 with early periscope telephoto camera samples

The Honor Magic V5 should offer a substantially better periscope zoom camera than the 50 MP and f/3.0 sensor found in the Magic V3. Also surpassing the Oppo Find N5 and Vivo X Fold5 with an f/2.5 aperture, the new 64 MP periscope ...

Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2025 17:21

Vivo X200 Ultra crowned king of zoom photography. A person holding the test phones pictured. (Image source: Versus; cropped)

Zoom king: Vivo X200 Ultra beats flagships from Google, Samsung, Apple, Huawei, and others

In a camera zoom test posted by Versus on YouTube, the Vivo X200 Ultra managed to beat 7 other flagship devices: Oppo Find X8 Ultra, Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, iPhone 16 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, Xiaomi 15 Ultra, Honor Magic ...

Chibuike Okpara, 30 Jun 2025 16:09

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is rumoured to be nearly as thin as the Honor Magic V5. (Image source: Evan Blass)

Leaker: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 to be even thinner than expected

Both the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 will reportedly be much thinner than their predecessors. A leaker has now added weight to rumours about key upgrades to the flagship foldables and revealed the alleged final thi...

Hannes Brecher, 30 Jun 2025 14:23

Huawei Mate XT 2 tipped to launch alongside new premium wearables in late 2024

Huawei is now once again backed to launch a cutting-edge tri-folding smartphone for the second time in 2025. The "Mate XT 2" is also tipped to do so alongside the latest versions of some of its OEM's most premium peripherals. They...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jun 2025 18:55

The Galaxy A55 5G. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Samsung Galaxy A55 5G tipped to get Android 16 beta soon

The Galaxy A55 5G is a mid-range, previous-generation Samsung smartphone. Despite that, it is now tipped to become eligible for the OEM's latest version of Android before the end of 2025. It has apparently been spotted on a benchm...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jun 2025 16:32

Honor 400. (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Verdict on the Honor 400: Mid-range smartphone with premium functions

The Honor 400 is classified as a mid-range smartphone on paper, but boasts components and functions that make it stand out from the crowd. In return, however, a few things are lacking.

Daniel Schmidt, 29 Jun 2025 09:46

Sony has revealed the LYT-828 1/1.28-inch camera sensor, which could be featured in the Vivo X300 Pro or Oppo Find X9 Pro (Image: Sony, edited)

Sony launches new camera sensor for Vivo X300 Pro, Oppo Find X9 Pro and other smartphones

Initial rumors that revolve around the Vivo X300 Pro, Oppo Find X9 Pro and potentially the OnePlus 15 now have more substance, as Sony has unveiled a fitting new camera sensor for these smartphones. It's expected to offer 100dB of...

Alexander Fagot, 29 Jun 2025 06:39

The Xiaomi 16 Ultra might feature a SmartSens sensor instead of a Sony LYT-900, potentially the same one found in the Huawei Pura 80 Ultra (Image source: Huawei)

Xiaomi 16 Ultra could sport new 1-inch camera sensor found in Huawei's Pura 80 Ultra

SmartSens is a name that Huawei fans are probably familiar with, as one of the new camera sensors found in the Pura 80 Ultra flagship has been manufactured by this Chinese supplier. Now, a leaker suggests that another prominent sm...

Alexander Fagot, 29 Jun 2025 06:01

Samsung is only expected to offer the Galaxy Z Flip FE in two launch colours. (Image source: via Evan Blass - edited)

Rumoured Galaxy Z Flip FE pricing calls into question Samsung's foldable strategy days before release

The launch of the Galaxy Z Flip FE is expected to occur in a few days. In the meantime, a well-regarded leaker has revealed that Samsung's cheaper Galaxy Z Flip option may retail for just 10% less than the Galaxy Z Flip7 despite a...

Alex Alderson, 29 Jun 2025 02:14

We have reviewed the Nubia Z70S Ultra (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Nubia Z70S Ultra: Premium smartphone with retro design and great camera

Nubia isn't changing much with the S model of its flagship smartphone, but there are still some changes that are noticeable and visible to the user. This primarily affects the camera and battery performance, in addition to the des...

Daniel Schmidt, 29 Jun 2025 00:12

The Galaxy Z Fold7 will be much thinner than last year's models while being more powerful to boot. (Image source: via Evan Blass)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 show off their new thin designs in latest leaks

New Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip models are almost here. Arriving on July 9, the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 have been spotted again in a new set of leaks courtesy of the ever-reliable Evan Blass.

Alex Alderson, 28 Jun 2025 19:18

Huawei Mate 80 series tipped to launch with new Kirin processor at end of 2025

Huawei is now thought to join Qualcomm and MediaTek in releasing a new processor for flagship smartphones in 2025. The "Kirin 9030" might lag behind the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 and Dimensity 9500 when it comes to a launch date, howev...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Jun 2025 18:15

Oppo Reno 15 Pro tipped to launch with 200MP telephoto lens

The Reno 14 and 14 Pro are Oppo's latest premium mid-range Android smartphones for the international market. Their successors might be in line for even more flagship-style upgrades, according to the latest rumors. The vanilla 15 i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Jun 2025 17:30

The Magic7 Pro's display. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Honor Magic8 Max with near-7-inch display tipped to launch in 2025

The ultra-large display smartphone is coming back, and Honor might be the Android OEM to make that happen, according to a new leak. The company is now tipped to augment its upcoming Magic8 series of flagships with the spec, which ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Jun 2025 16:21

Importing the Vivo X Fold 5 is sometimes only half the expected price of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7. (Image source: Weibo)

Vivo X Fold 5 available as direct import for almost half the price of a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7

Global customers who want to get their hands on the latest Zeiss camera foldable have a few options. We compare prices from two well-known import dealers and also list the (few) restrictions that need to be considered with a Chine...

Alexander Fagot, 28 Jun 2025 15:55

The Samsung Galaxy M36 5G comes in orange haze, velvet black, and serene green color options (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy M36 goes official with Exynos 1380 chipset and AMOLED display

Samsung has announced a new Galaxy M36 5G smartphone in the Indian market. Samsung’s new midrange smartphone is equipped with an Exynos 1380 chipset, a 120 Hz AMOLED display, a 50 MP primary camera, up to 8 GB of RAM and a 5,000 m...

Abhinav Fating, 28 Jun 2025 10:37

The Redmi K Pad is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9400+. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi K Pad: Legion Y700 (4th Gen) challenger now available globally by way of import

While the new Redmi K Pad is currently exclusive to China pending a global launch, enthusiasts who want the tablet as soon as possible in other regions can now purchase the Chinese version via import for just $469.

Ricci Rox, 28 Jun 2025 09:12