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Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold 2 and Galaxy Z Slide are on the way, first details leak

19 March 2026 at 00:21

Samsung has just discontinued the Galaxy Z TriFold, its first double-folding smartphone, in Korea, after a very short three-month run. However, the company is apparently not done with the form factor entirely. [#InlinePriceWidget,14292,1#] Instead, it's already developing the TriFold's successor, which we'll call the TriFold 2 despite how hilariously dumb that sounds. Anyway, according to a source in Korea, the TriFold 2 will arrive in mid-2027. Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold It will be thinner and lighter than the original TriFold. In fact, the TriFold 2 is said to be only very...

Huawei nova 16 Ultra details leak

18 March 2026 at 22:46

Huawei launched the nova 15 Ultra a few months ago, and now it's allegedly already hard at work on its successor, which will presumably be called nova 16 Ultra. According to a new rumor from China, the Huawei nova 16 Ultra will be powered by a flagship Kirin 9 series SoC. The phone will keep the same 6.84-inch LTPO OLED screen of its predecessor, but will have a bigger, 7,000 mAh battery. Huawei nova 15 Ultra The main camera will have the same 50MP resolution but will get a new 1/1.3-inch type sensor. The 50MP periscope telephoto camera will stay unchanged compared to the nova 15...

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Honor Magic9 to pack a camera punch in a small package

18 March 2026 at 21:11

According to the prolific Chinese leaker who goes by Digital Chat Station on Weibo, Honor is currently working on a new smartphone with a 6.36-inch flat screen and an 8,000 mAh battery. This may in fact be the Magic9 the same source talked about earlier this month, or a different handset altogether, it's still unclear. Anyway, let's call it the Magic9 for now. It will allegedly have a 200MP main camera, using a 1/1.28-inch type sensor, a 50MP ultrawide, and a 64MP periscope telephoto camera using a 1/2-inch type sensor. Honor Magic8 The phone won't have 3D face recognition, which...

Oppo A6x launches in India as the A6s, here are the specs and prices

18 March 2026 at 20:02

Just as was hinted at by a recent leak, today the Oppo A6x became official in India, where it's called A6s, despite the fact that there's also an international A6s with a different battery capacity. Anyway, the Indian A6s comes with a 6.75-inch 720x1570 LCD touchscreen with 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, and 1,125-nit peak brightness, the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC at the helm, a 50MP rear camera, a 2MP decorative monochrome camera, a 5MP front-facing camera, and a 6,500 mAh battery with support for 45W wired charging. Oppo A6s (India) official images You can...

Here's when the OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro go on sale and how much they cost

18 March 2026 at 19:03

The OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro, the successors to the Nord Buds 3 Pro from 2024, are officially launching tomorrow. Ahead of that, Amazon has today revealed the date of their first sale, as well as their price. The Nord Buds 4 Pro will first be up for grabs on March 23, at 12 PM local time in India, according to the retailer. And you will get an INR 200 price reduction on that day, from the Buds 4 Pro's normal price of INR 3,999 down to INR 3,799. The Nord Buds 4 Pro have 12mm titanium-coated drivers, support for the LHDC codec, 55dB ANC, AI-enhanced call clarity with six mics, 3D...

AMD buys HBM4 from Samsung for AI data centers

18 March 2026 at 18:04

AMD is buying Samsung's HBM4 high-bandwidth memory for its upcoming "AI accelerator", the Instinct MI455X GPU, as well as 6th gen AMD Epyc CPUs codenamed Venice. AI data center operators can combine Instinct GPUs with Epyc CPUs and rack-scale architectures such as the AMD Helios platform to support next-gen AI systems. The memorandum of understanding between Samsung and AMD on these matters was announced today at Samsung's most advanced chip manufacturing complex in Pyeongtaek, Korea. The signing ceremony was attended by AMD CEO Dr. Lisa Su and Samsung Electronics CEO and Vice Chairman...

OnePlus Nord 6 leak brings info about RAM, storage, and pricing

18 March 2026 at 17:02

A couple of days ago, OnePlus started teasing an upcoming Nord phone in India, and we assume this is the Nord 6. Amazon India has also launched its very own teaser microsite for the device, which obviously reveals the fact that it will be sold by Amazon. Today a tipster over on X tells us that the Nord 6 will arrive in India in two RAM/storage iterations: 8/256GB and 12/256GB. Interestingly enough, there won't be a 512GB option, nor a 128GB one. The same tipster claims that the Nord 6 won't be launching alongside a Nord CE6 - the latter isn't planned "for now". It's unclear if it...

Realme C100i emerges in several listings ahead of launch

18 March 2026 at 16:03

A yet-to-be-released Realme C-series smartphone leaked across several Amazon listings as well as Thailand’s NBTC certification database. The Realme C100i was spotted in premature listings across Amazon Spain, Australia, Italy and France. Realme C100i listing on Amazon These listings also revealed some of the phone’s key specs, though they vary across the different storefronts, which implies these may not be accurate. Either way, the C100i is expected to be a 4G device featuring a β€Ž6.8-inch LCD, a 6,000mAh battery and 4/64GB and 4/128GB trims. It’s also expected to bring a 50MP...

Oppo Find X9s Pro supposedly gets certified in China

18 March 2026 at 15:03

Oppo has long been rumored to plan on launching the Find X9s alongside the Find X9 Ultra in the coming weeks, and we've already heard plenty of things about the X9s - including the fact that it will be available internationally. Now, a tipster over on X claims the Find X9s Pro has been certified in China by 3C with the model number PME110. If this is actually the Find X9s Pro, then it might be China-only. Anyway, its certification has revealed support for 80W wired charging and not much else. If there is going to be a Find X9s Pro, then surely it will be unveiled at the same event...

Huawei Enjoy 90 Pro Max color options revealed ahead of launch

18 March 2026 at 14:06

The Huawei Enjoy 90 Pro Max and Enjoy 90 Plus are set to launch in China next week. Ahead of the debut, Huawei has revealed the full range of color options for the Pro Max variant. In a post on Weibo, Huawei confirmed that the phone will be available in Feitian Green, Morning Gold, Obsidian Black, and Snow White color options. The color options closely mirror those offered on Huawei’s Mate 80 Pro flagship. Notably, the company has yet to reveal detailed specifications of the upcoming device. That said, a recent teaser suggests the Enjoy 90 Pro Max will feature a dual...

iPhone 17e rear panel adds MagSafe to iPhone 16e, teardown reveals

18 March 2026 at 12:05

Earlier this month, Apple introduced the new iPhone 17e with modest upgrades over the iPhone 16e, including the addition of MagSafe. Now, a teardown of the device suggests that iPhone 16e users may also be able to gain MagSafe functionality through a relatively simple hardware upgrade. The team at iFixit performed the teardown and found that replacing the iPhone 16e’s rear panel with that of the newer iPhone 17e brings MagSafe support to the older model. iPhone 16e (left) and iPhone 17e (right) However, the modification comes with a few limitations. For one, the iPhone 16e lacks...

OnePlus 15T launch set for next week, pre-orders open

18 March 2026 at 10:05

Several teasers later, OnePlus has finally set a launch date for the 15T. Alongside, the company has also opened pre-orders for the OnePlus 15T in China. The OnePlus 15T will be unveiled in China on March 24. It will be offered in Healing White Chocolate, Pure Cocoa, and Relaxing Matcha color options. Interested customers can also pre-order the handset in China via the official Oppo online store. It will be sold in 12GB/256GB, 12GB/512GB, 16GB/256GB, 16GB/512GB, and 16GB/1TB variants. Ahead of the launch, OnePlus has already confirmed several key specifications of the 15T. It...

Nothing Phone (4a) series receiving new update with these features

18 March 2026 at 06:40

Nothing has announced the rollout of a new update for the recently launched Phone (4a) and Phone (4a) Pro. The Nothing OS update introduces several new features, including enhancements to Live Updates on the Glyph Bar and a new Relaxation Hub, among others. Starting with Android 16’s Live Updates, apps that support real-time updates will now use the Glyph Bar of the Nothing Phone (4a) to show the progress. The feature works across the always-on display, lock screen, status bar, and notifications. Additionally, a new Relaxation Hub has been introduced, featuring Breathing Break...

Xiaomi 17T nabs another certification on its way to a rumored early launch

18 March 2026 at 04:41

The Xiaomi T series devices have always launched in September, but that may change this year. According to a recent rumor, the 17T and 17T Pro may get official as early as May, and that theory does seem to be supported by the fact that they've already been certified by a bunch of authorities across the globe. Today, the Xiaomi 17T was discovered in Singapore's IMDA database, following its certification by BIS in India. The phone has the model number 2602DPT53G globally, and 2602DPT53I in India. IMDA has revealed that it supports wireless charging, unlike its predecessor from last...

Rumor: iPhone 19e may bring ProMotion display

18 March 2026 at 02:33

It’s been less than a week since the iPhone 17e was announced, but we’re already getting our first batch of rumors for its successor’s successor. The iPhone 19e, which should launch in early 2028, is now rumored to bring a ProMotion display. That’s a variable refresh rate panel in Apple lingo, which would be a breakthrough for the budget β€œe” lineup, which has thus been limited to 60Hz panels. According to a new report from ZDNet Korea, Apple is currently developing a new LTPO+ technology which uses oxide materials for both switching and driving transistors, leading to improved power...

Samsung Galaxy S26 FE, M47 and F70 Pro emerge in GSMA listings

18 March 2026 at 01:01

A trio of upcoming Samsung phones appeared on the GSMA database. The Galaxy S26 FE (SM-S741B/DS), Galaxy M47 5G (SM-M476B/DS) and Galaxy F70 Pro 5G (SM-E476B/DS) were spotted in certification listings confirming their existence. Galaxy S26 FE (SM-S741B/DS) GSMA listing The S26 Fan Edition could very well be the most anticipated device out of the bunch since it will be the fourth member of the flagship S26 series. Apart from its model number and naming, the listing does not include any specs or images of the device. Samsung launched its last two Galaxy S-series FE phones in...

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Oppo K14's launch was delayed, here's when the first sale is taking place

17 March 2026 at 23:31

The Oppo K14 was supposed to launch in India on March 9, but that got delayed for whatever reason. Today, the brand has finally revealed when the first sale will take place: on March 20. The phone is priced at INR 16,999 and will be offered through Flipkart. The K14 has a 120Hz LCD screen with 1,125-nit peak brightness, and it's powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC, paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. It has a 50MP main camera, and a 7,000 mAh battery with support for 45W wired charging. There's an IP69 rating for dust and water resistance, and a promise of 60-month...

Samsung starts buying Chinese display panels for its mid-range smartphones

17 March 2026 at 22:21

According to a new report from Korea, Samsung is diversifying its display supply chain. This creates a funny situation where Samsung (Electronics) will stop buying screens from Samsung (Display) for some mid-range devices, instead opting to purchase from CSOT, owned by TCL. CSOT's panels are at least 20% cheaper than Samsung's, and the move is speculated to be aimed at offsetting rising memory costs by lowering other device costs in the mid-range. Samsung has allegedly ordered 15 million display panels from CSOT, which will be used in the upcoming Galaxy A57 as well as some unnamed...

Oppo Find N6 in for review

17 March 2026 at 21:11

Now that the Oppo Find N6 is official, let's take a closer look at it. We already did an unboxing, but to recap, it ships with a two-piece case, an 80W charger, and a USB cable. You have a choice of two colors - Stellar Titanium and Blossom Orange, and three configurations - 12/256GB, 16/512GB, and 16GB/1TB. Big this year is the zero-feel crease inner display. It truly feels impressive. The crease is there if you go looking for it, but it genuinely feels like the two halves intersect perfectly, without a crease. Oppo achieved this by laser-measuring the differences in hinge depth...

Adobe announces partnership with Nvidia to build the next generation of its Firefly AI platform

17 March 2026 at 20:12

Last week, Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen announced that he will step down from the lead role once a successor has been appointed. Narayen has been CEO since 2007. This may be his last major move – Adobe and Nvidia just announced a strategic partnership to build the next generation of Firefly models. If you haven’t heard of it, Adobe Firefly gives users access to various generative AI models (for images, videos, audio and design) from Adobe itself as well as third-party companies like Google and OpenAI. This new partnership will see deep integration of Nvidia tech into Firefly – this...

Poco X8 Pro Iron Man Edition in for review

17 March 2026 at 19:13

While its Pro Max sibling aspires to become a β€œflagship killer”, the Poco X8 Pro is much closer to the feeling of the X7 Pro from last year. That’s both good and bad – on the one hand, the X7 and X7 Pro were quite popular last year, on the other hand, not much has changed in the 14 months since the X7 series arrived. First, we need to open the box and explain something – you must have noticed that the box looks bigger and more colorful than a typical phone box today. This is because the unit that we received for testing is the Poco X8 Pro Iron Man Edition. The Poco X8 Pro Iron...

vivo details new color science coming to the X300 Ultra and X300s

17 March 2026 at 18:13

The vivo X300 Ultra is set to make its debut later this month in China, and the accompanying teaser campaign is in full swing. The latest bit of info surrounding the upcoming Ultra flagship comes from vivo product manager Han Boxiao and details the all-new Blueprint Native Color system. This is an all-new color science system, built from the ground up with the task of delivering natural color reproduction for images. Vivo says the updated Blueprint Native system is built on years of accumulated imaging experience and marks a β€œcomplete reconstruction” in its approach to color rendering. It...

Poco X8 Pro and X8 Pro Max launch with big Si/C batteries and Dimensity chipsets

17 March 2026 at 17:35

Last year, the Poco X7 series proved quite popular among those looking for a budget-friendly but capable phone. This year, the series introduces a new tier, the larger Max, which comes with a flagship-class chipset on top of a huge battery. The Poco X8 Pro Max is the largest X-series model yet with a 6.83” OLED display – a 1,280 x 2,772px 120Hz panel with 12-bit colors, HDR10+ and Dolby Vision support. It shines at 2,000 nits in High Brightness Mode (HBM) and peaks at 3,500 nits (25% APL). Brightness is controlled via 3,840Hz PWM dimming. The display is protected by Gorilla Glass...

Oppo Watch X3 unveiled with titanium alloy body, blood glucose sensor and hypertension detection

17 March 2026 at 17:02

In addition to unveiling the Find N6 foldable flagship, Oppo is launching a new watch today, the Oppo Watch X3. It’s a circular watch that upgrades the Watch X2 formula from last year – it slims down the body and adds continuous glucose monitoring to the mix. The X3 is made of TC4 titanium alloy, which is used in the aerospace industry and in medical applications for implants thanks to its excellent corrosion resistance. The redesigned watch strap has β€œbamboo joints”, metal connectors in between segments of fluororubber. Oppo Watch X3 The display is protected by sapphire...

Oppo Find N6 arrives with zero-feel crease, 200MP main cam, 6,000mAh battery

17 March 2026 at 16:07

The Oppo Find N6 is here to push the envelope when it comes to folding phones as the new standard. Oppo has used some tech ingenuity to fight the inherent issues with a folding phone, like the apparent crease and the resistance to both dust and water. Before we get to the build, a look inside tells some of the major improvements in the Find N6. This year, Oppo went with the full-fat variant of the Snapdragon flagship SoC - the Elite 8 Gen 5. It's paired with 12GB/16GB of LPDDR5X 4266MHz RAM, and either 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB of UFS 4.1 storage. Another improvement is to the battery, which...

OnePlus Pad 3 Pro details surface, compact tablet also in development

17 March 2026 at 15:01

OnePlus is expected to introduce a Pro variant of the Pad 3, which debuted in June last year. Details about the Pad 3 Pro have now surfaced online, alongside a new compact model that is likely to be called the Pad Mini. Well-known tipster Digital Chat Station is back with new details about OnePlus’ upcoming tablets. In a post on Weibo, the tipster claimed that the OnePlus Pad 3 Pro will feature a custom 13.2-inch display and be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. OnePlus Pad 3 The tablet is also said to pack a large battery, along with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up...

vivo T5x debuts as rebadged iQOO Z11x

17 March 2026 at 14:04

As expected, vivo unveiled its vivo T5x today and while new in name, this is basically a rebadged iQOO Z11x which itself was announced last week. There are some cosmetic differences, with the T5x being available in Star Silver and Cyber Green colors. vivo T5x in Star Silver and Cyber Green Interestingly enough, the T5x gets the exact same pricing as its iQOO sibling, starting at INR 18,999 ($205) for the 6GB/128GB variant, and going up to INR 22,999 ($250) for the 8GB/256GB trim. The device is listed on vivo India’s online store with open sales scheduled for March 24. vivo...

Samsung Galaxy M17e debuts with a 6,000mAh battery, 50MP rear camera

17 March 2026 at 12:04

Earlier this month, Samsung confirmed the existence of a new Galaxy M17e variant, and the device has now been officially unveiled in India. The newly launched Galaxy M17e 5G appears to be a rebranded version of the Galaxy A07 5G, which debuted early last month. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC, which can be configured with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Luckily, the phone supports storage expansion via a microSD card slot. The handset sports a 6.7-inch LCD display that offers an HD+ resolution and a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. The display gets a...

New details about the Xiaomi 18 Pro surface online

17 March 2026 at 10:00

The Xiaomi 17 Pro series debuted in September last year, and its successors are expected to arrive around the same time this year. While the launch is still a few months away, fresh details about the base Xiaomi 18 Pro have now surfaced online. According to tipster Digital Chat Station, the Xiaomi 18 Pro could pack a battery with a capacity of 7,000mAh or more. This is an upgrade over the 6,300mAh cell in the current Xiaomi 17 Pro. Xiaomi 17 Pro Max The handset is also said to support wireless charging, feature an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner, and carry a full...

Oppo Find X9 Ultra full specs leak

17 March 2026 at 08:32

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra has no more secrets, since a new leak basically revealed all of its specs today. The phone is said to have a 6.82-inch LTPO AMOLED screen with 1440x3120 resolution, 144Hz refresh rate, and 3,600-nit peak brightness. On top will sit Oppo's NanoCrystal Glass for protection. The phone will have a 200MP main camera, a 200MP periscope telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom, a 50MP periscope telephoto camera with 10x optical zoom, a 50MP ultrawide, and a 50MP selfie camera. The Hasselblad partnership continues, and the Find X9 Ultra will come with an improved Hasselblad...

The next RedMagic Astra tablet has a 200Hz refresh rate screen and a bigger battery

17 March 2026 at 07:01

RedMagic launched the Astra tablet back in June of last year, and it's now apparently hard at work on this tablet's successor, which we'll call the Astra 2 for simplicity's sake. While the original Astra was known in China as the RedMagic Tablet 3 Pro, its successor will be the RedMagic Tablet 5 Pro in that market, skipping the 4 because of tetraphobia. Internationally though, it will most likely be sold as the Astra 2. According to a new leak by the prolific Digital Chat Station on Weibo, the Astra 2 will have a screen with a 200Hz refresh rate. The size is expected to stay around 9" like...

The Indian Oppo A6s is the global Oppo A6x, because why not

17 March 2026 at 05:33

Oppo's A6 family is absolutely, utterly ridiculous at 21 members (so far). A lot of these are the same device under slightly different names for different markets, because Oppo probably thinks the Internet isn't global or something like that. This is by far the most confusing lineup we've ever come across. Case in point - there's already an A6s which launched in January, but now it's coming to India with different specs, according to a new leak. So, ladies and gentlemen, meet the Indian A6s. It is, in fact, the global A6x. So why not simply launch it in India as the A6x? Who...

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold to be imminently discontinued

17 March 2026 at 04:08

According to a new report from Samsung's home country of Korea, the Galaxy Z TriFold, the company's first double-folding smartphone, will be discontinued about three months after its launch. Samsung will allegedly end domestic sales of the device on March 17. The company has been notoriously selling out of the phone a bunch of times, as it's only produced it in incredibly small quantities. So there were only ever a few units available, which naturally sold out instantly. The same source says sales will continue in the US, where the Galaxy Z TriFold became available later than in...

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the 'wide Fold' will both have bigger batteries than the Fold7

17 March 2026 at 01:02

The Samsung Galaxy Fold line has had the exact same 4,400 mAh battery capacity since the Galaxy Z Fold3, which came out in 2021 - and, funnily enough, the Fold2 from 2020 actually had a bigger 4,500 mAh battery. This situation is ridiculous when you look at what Chinese foldables can offer in terms of battery capacity these days, and apparently Samsung is finally going to do something about it. A new rumor claims the Galaxy Z Fold8 launching later this year will finally up this battery capacity - but not by much. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 It will, however, go all the way up to 5,000...

Report: Apple raises its initial folding display order

16 March 2026 at 23:32

Industry insiders have already predicted that Apple’s foldable iPhone will use a Samsung Display panel, with the Korean conglomerate building a dedicated production line specifically to meet Cupertino’s demand. According to earlier estimates, Samsung was looking to produce as many as 15 million units of its crease-less display, but a more recent report from South Korea suggests that number has now been increased to 20 million units. Samsung's crease-less folding display showcased at CES 2026 As per supply chain sources, Apple has raised its demand by 33%, which indicates that...

iQOO Z11's chipset surfaces through benchmark

16 March 2026 at 23:31

In iQOO's Z11 series, the Z11 Turbo and Z11x are already official, and the brand is now getting ready to also unveil the vanilla Z11 model, which we saw in an official image last week. Now, the iQOO Z11 has purportedly run Geekbench with the model number V2551A. It managed a single-core score of 1,717 and a multi-core score of 6,795 as you can see in the screenshot below. This benchmark run has also revealed that the Z11 is powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 8500 SoC, paired with 16GB of RAM in this specific prototype - though we assume more options will be offered. The phone will...

First One UI 9 test build for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks, here's what it looks like

16 March 2026 at 22:14

Samsung launched One UI 8.5 with the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra last month. Despite the fact that this version hasn't even made it to older Samsung devices yet, the Korean company is now already testing One UI 9, which is based on Android 17. [#InlinePriceWidget,14456,1#] Google has released some beta builds of Android 17 already, so the timeline isn't really that surprising. The first build of One UI 9 based on Android 17 for the Galaxy S26 Ultra has now been spotted on Samsung's servers, and some enterprising folks have already installed it on the company's latest flagship...

RedMagic 11 Air Trace Edition launches, here are the details

16 March 2026 at 21:08

The RedMagic 11 Air launched back in January, and now it's time for the phone's Trace Edition to become available. It joins the Phantom and Prism colorways. Trace is offered exclusively with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. It's priced at $599 and €599 and can be found at RedMagic's global webstore, as well as "select retail partners, excluding Brazil and Korea" for some reason. The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, paired with the RedMagic RedCore R4 gaming chip for "smooth, ultra-responsive graphics, consistent frame rates, and AI-enhanced performance for the most...

Apple AirPods Max 2 debut with H2 chip and improved ANC

16 March 2026 at 20:01

Apple quietly updated its AirPods Max with the H2 chip, which brings updated noise cancelling to Cupertino’s flagship over-ear headphones. Apple claims the AirPods Max 2 offer 1.5x more effective ANC than their predecessors. Thanks to the updated Apple H2 chip, the new model also brings Adaptive Audio and Live Translation features, as well as conversation awareness, which automatically lowers media volume when it detects speech in your surroundings. AirPods Max 2 also get updated Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity and a new high-dynamic range amplifier, which Apple claims will deliver...

Watch the Poco X8 Pro series launch event here

17 March 2026 at 13:01

The Poco X8 Pro series launch event is today – you can watch the two new models (Pro and Pro Max) be unveiled on the live stream embedded below. The event starts at 12:00pm GMT (8pm Beijing time). We’re already a step ahead – we have the Poco X8 Pro Max at the office and we’re working on a review. You can check out a short hands-on video with the phone. Besides the Max, the brand is also launching the Poco X8 Pro. What are the differences between the two? Well, the full specs haven’t been revealed yet, but Poco’s X account did share the highlights: Highlights: Poco X8 Pro β€’...

vivo X300 Ultra, X300s launch date, configurations, and colors leaked

16 March 2026 at 18:04

vivo is expected to launch the X300 Ultra and X300s in the coming weeks, although the company has yet to announce an official launch date. Now, a new leak has revealed their expected launch timeline along with a few additional details. According to a screenshot circulating on the Chinese social media platform Weibo, the vivo X300 Ultra and the X300s will be unveiled in China on March 30. The company is also expected to introduce the vivo Pad 6 Pro alongside the two phones. The leak further suggests that the devices will go on sale in the country starting April 3. The screenshot...

Huawei Mate 80 Pro begins its international rollout in Malaysia

16 March 2026 at 17:07

The Huawei Mate 80 Pro has officially made its long-awaited international debut. Malaysia is the first country outside of China to have the flagship on open sale, and it arrives with a MYR 3,999 price tag, which converts to around $1,017. That nets you the 16GB RAM and 512GB storage trim, which is available directly from Huawei’s official online store as well as partnering retailers and can be had in Gold, Green, and Black colors. Huawei Mate 80 Pro Mate 80 Pro features a 6.75-inch LTPO OLED (FHD+ 120Hz), Huawei’s Kirin 9030 chipset and a 5,750mAh battery with 100W wired and...

vivo and iQOO are raising the prices of select smartphones on Wednesday

16 March 2026 at 16:06

Oppo and OnePlus are raising prices today. Later this week, vivo and iQOO will do the same. In a joint statement, the two brands say that the new pricing will come into effect on March 18 (Wednesday) at 10:00am local time in China. The statement is for the Chinese market, but it’s likely that the prices on the global market will be affected as well. Right now, it’s not clear which phones will see a price hike – the statement only says β€œspecific models.” The reason behind this move is no surprise, but vivo and iQOO spell it out anyway – the rising costs of memory and...

Samsung Galaxy A37 and A57 star in hands-on videos ahead of launch

16 March 2026 at 15:07

Following a healthy dose of leaks and even early retailer listings, Samsung’s Galaxy A57 and Galaxy A37 have now emerged in hands-on videos shared by a TikTok user based in Thailand. Both devices look just as depicted in the previously leaked renders featuring glass and metal designs with a triple camera setup on the back. The pair is also confirmed to be running One UI 8.5 based on Android 16. Galaxy A57 hands-on leak The same source also disclosed that the Galaxy A57 will be priced at THB 17,999 ($554) for the 12/256GB trim and THB 20,999 ($646) for the 12/512GB version. It...

Realme P4 Lite 5G with 7,000mAh battery set to debut later this week

16 March 2026 at 12:40

Last month, Realme launched the P4 Lite 4G in India with a 6,300mAh battery and a Unisoc T7250 SoC. The company has now introduced the 5G variant of the phone, which packs a larger battery and is powered by the Dimensity 6300 chipset. The Realme P4 Lite 5G will debut in India on March 19th. Ahead of the launch, the company has revealed key details of the handset. It is confirmed to pack a 7,000mAh battery that is claimed to offer up to 19 hours and 35 minutes of YouTube playback. The phone will also support bypass charging. The Realme P4 Lite 5G will sport a 6.8-inch LCD display...

Oppo Find X9 Ultra's 10x periscope telephoto camera specs tipped

16 March 2026 at 11:40

Oppo’s Find X9 Ultra is expected to launch soon in China and global markets. While the company has yet to reveal any details about the upcoming phone, several leaks have already surfaced online. The latest one sheds light on the phone’s 10x telephoto camera. According to tipster Digital Chat Station, the Find X9 Ultra’s 10x periscope telephoto camera will feature an f/3.5 aperture, which is said to allow around three times more light intake compared to the 10x periscope telephoto camera on the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra. Alleged Oppo Find X9 Ultra real-life image Notably, the Galaxy...

Huawei Enjoy 90 series confirmed to launch next week

16 March 2026 at 09:30

Last week, Huawei teased the design of the Enjoy 90 Pro Max and the Enjoy 90 Plus. Now, the company has gone ahead and revealed the launch date of the Enjoy 90 series in China. In separate posts on Weibo, Huawei confirmed that the Enjoy 90 series phones will debut in China on March 23 during the company’s Spring product launch event. The Enjoy 90 Pro Max will feature slim display bezels and a hole-punch cutout for the selfie camera. The teaser poster also confirms that the handset will sport a circular rear camera module housing dual sensors. Meanwhile, the Enjoy 90 Plus...

Deals: Galaxy S26 series launches, S25 Ultra, vivo X300 and X300 Pro, Pixel 10 phones pose a challenge

15 March 2026 at 18:01

Samsung launched the Galaxy S26 globally this week and we have reviews for all three models: Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy S26+ and Galaxy S26. During pre-orders, the phones came with a free upgrade from 256GB to 512GB storage. Now that pre-orders are over the deal is slightly different but still very good. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is dominating – according to Samsung, it made up 70% of pre-ordered S26-series units. In Europe, it is the only model with a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. And globally, it’s the only phone with a Privacy Display. You can get a 512GB model for the price of a...

Poco X8 Pro Max, Oppo Find N6 unboxed, Galaxy A57 listed, Week 11 in review

15 March 2026 at 15:01

The Samsung Galaxy A57 is coming very soon. It was listed, by mistake, this week by a European retailer. It's expected to have a 6.6-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED, an Exynos 1680 SoC, 6/8/12GB of RAM, 128/256GB of storage, a 50MP main, a 12MP ultrawide, and a 5MP macro camera, a 12MP selfie, and a 5,000mAh battery. Samsung SDI has been testing 12,000mAh, 18,000mAh, and 20,000mAh Silicon-Carbon batteries – internal test reports have leaked on X, and they show that the company still has work to do. There is no info on the 20,000mAh battery, but the reports for the other two note that it failed...

Weekly poll: Nothing Phone (4a) and Phone (4a) Pro await your approval

15 March 2026 at 12:01

Despite branching into the lower and higher-end segments, Nothing is still primarily a mid-ranger company. The fourth generation started shipping this week with the vanilla model, though the Pro is only now starting its pre-order phase. The Nothing Phone (4a) closes the all-important camera gap with a 50MP 3.5x/80mm telephoto module. In fact, its camera is almost identical to that of the (4a) Pro – last year, the superior camera hardware was a major reason to pay the Pro premium. Nothing Phone (4a) in Black, White, Blue and Pink This year, the two models differ mainly on...

Weekly poll results: the iPhone 17e looks too cheap to cost $600

15 March 2026 at 09:01

In last week’s poll about the Apple iPhone 17e, some 30% of voters say that they are not looking to buy an iPhone. Another 30% say they are looking for a new iPhone but are aiming for a more premium model. The 17e does have its fans, but it is a niche device – let’s break it down. Only 10% of voters are ready to buy a 17e outright and around half of that would join them if they like what they see in reviews. Speaking of, we have a review unit at the office and already posted an unboxing video. There is plenty to dislike on the iPhone 17e – even though it’s the most basic model, it still...

Samsung Browser will get multitasking, AI and more with One UI 9

15 March 2026 at 06:01

Judging by Google Chrome’s massive usage figures (3.83 billion worldwide monthly active users and 68-69% share on mobile, 89% on Android), chances are you are using the browser in any form. The Samsung Browser (formerly known as the Samsung Internet Browser) is one of the more popular alternatives. It comes pre-installed on all Galaxy devices and can also be freely downloaded by anyone else from the Google Play Store. It is very powerful, with plenty of customization and some interesting extra features like extension support. According to reports, Samsung Browser will be getting a...

Deals: Galaxy S26 series now available, S25 and Pixel 10 models on sale

15 March 2026 at 02:59

The Galaxy S26 series launched globally this week and Wednesday was your last chance to pick up an S26 series flagship with a free storage upgrade. Now you have to pay full price for 512GB storage. The phones still come with Amazon gift cards, however. S26 series pre-orders are up 25% in the US and that is almost entirely on the strength of the new Galaxy S26 Ultra features. The Privacy Display in particular as well as features like horizon lock and generative edit drew in the crowd. Check out our review for our thoughts on the new Ultra. And if you decide that you like what you see, you...

Samsung's wide foldable might be coming this year

15 March 2026 at 00:04

Rumors of a Samsung wide foldable have been going around for some time now. Last we saw of the device were a couple of UI animations for One UI 9. Well, according to industry insider Digital Chat Station, the device is in development and could arrive this year. In fact, it could be an entirely new device line to go alongside the Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip. The source hints at a 7.6-inch internal display, probably in a 4:3 aspect ratio that will resemble a tablet when unfolded and facilitate easier multitasking, document work and the like. The obvious drawback is an extra-wide form...

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