After months of quiet speculation and the occasional well-sourced rumor, Apple officially confirmed that Tim Cook will step down as CEO and be replaced by John Ternus, effective September 1, 2026.

Just last month, Cook made a claim that he wasn’t going anywhere, that he couldn’t imagine life without Apple, and then this happened. Either something shifted fast behind closed doors, or that statement was always a spin.

Cook will stay through the summer, presiding over WWDC 2026, which now reads as an extended farewell tour. Then September arrives, Apple announces a new iPhone as it always does, and Ternus walks into the frame as CEO.

Who is John Ternus?

The new boss, John Ternus, has been at Apple for 25 years. When Jeff Williams, the previous frontrunner for the CEO seat, retired, Ternus absorbed that momentum and never gave it back.

Cook’s endorsement was glowing to the point of being almost cinematic. “John Ternus has the mind of an engineer, the soul of an innovator, and the heart to lead with integrity and with honor.”

Ternus himself struck a humbler tone. He spoke about the talent around him, about the values that have defined Apple for half a century, about being humbled by the responsibility.

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US smartphone demand picked up in early March, led by new launches. New data reveals that the Galaxy S26 series, specifically the Ultra model, is selling much faster (despite a price hike) than the Galaxy S25 series in the US.

Data from Counterpoint Research shows weekly sales rising 24% week over week and 3% year over year during March 8 to 14. Over the next three weeks, the market expanded 5% YoY, reversing a weak start to the month.

Galaxy S26 series recorded a 29% YoY increase in the US sell-through during its first three weeks of availability. Preorders climbed nearly 25% across channels, with some retailers reporting twice the preorder volume compared to the S25 series.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra accounted for 71% of total S26 series sales, up from 61% last year.

Pricing adjustments on base and Plus models pushed buyers upward, with changes in the features also mattering a lot. The new Privacy Display on Ultra offered a clear use case, which supported conversion at retail.

At the same time, AT&T and T-Mobile both offered the Ultra for free with trade in or new line offers from launch. Early channel checks suggest strong traction at T-Mobile.

Samsung’s early S26 cycle shows stronger upgrade intent than last year, with a higher Ultra mix and faster initial sell through.

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Samsung quietly hiked the prices of the Galaxy S25 lineup in India. A few weeks back, Samsung actually cut prices on last year’s flagships.

Memory chip costs were climbing, and yet Samsung made the phones cheaper, which drew in buyers who’d passed on the Galaxy S26 or felt the upgrade wasn’t worth it.

Well, Samsung has now reversed those cuts entirely.

Not only are the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Ultra, and Galaxy S25 FE back to their original prices, some variants got pushed even higher.

The base Galaxy S25 with 128GB storage jumped from INR 56,999 to INR 74,999. The 512GB model went from INR 77,999 to INR 104,999.

The S25 FE took hits too, with the 128GB model creeping up from INR 56,999 to INR 59,999, and the 256GB variant went from INR 62,999 to INR 69,999.

Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra 256GB (with the same 12GB RAM ) now costs INR 1,19,999, while the 512GB model matches the entry price of Galaxy S26 Ultra (INR 1,39,999).

Galaxy S26 has seen a steep price hike, selling for higher than the S25 series. In that case, making the Galaxy S25 and S25 Ultra even more affordable may have started hurting the sales of S26 series.

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Deal | Ember Knights may draw clear inspiration from Hades, but it brings plenty of its own ideas to the table – most notably four-player co-op. Until April 23, the roguelite is 60% off on Steam, dropping to its lowest price yet at $7.99.

Garmin has released a new stable update for the Descent X30 dive computer. This is the latest wearable to gain the Dive Setup Sharing feature, making it easier to share information between two devices. Plus, system software 3.09 brings a couple of improvements for the watch-style computer.

Asus has launched a new 240 Hz OLED monitor for professionals. Another 32-inch monitor, the ProArt Display OLED PA32USD also offers 12G-SDI connectivity, unlike many of its peers.

Govee has listed the new Ceiling Fan with Lights at its online store in the US. Set for release in the near future, this hotly anticipated smart home product combines a fan with two light sources. Features include six fan speed modes, up to 2,800 lumens brightness and support for Matter.

Ugreen has released its new Fingertip Power 45W GaN Mini Fast Charger in China. Part of the brand’s Nexode Air range, this portable accessory has a compact, lightweight design with folding pins.

Oppo's newest flagship smartphone, the Find X9 Ultra, has finally been unveiled. It comes with top-spec hardware, some seriously impressive camera specs, and a price tag to match.

Deal | Willow Guard blends dark fantasy, detective work and tactical combat into an unusual genre mix. Until April 27, the atmospheric fantasy RPG is 70% off on Steam, dropping to its lowest price yet at just under $4.80.

The Oppo Watch X3 has been released globally. Unlike its Chinese counterpart, which runs ColorOS, the international variant will run Wear OS 6.0.

The Oppo Enco Clip 2 TWS earbuds are finally here. They keep the same aesthetic as last year’s Enco Clip, but improve on key connectivity, such as Bluetooth 6.1 support.

The Elden Ring adaptation is starting to take shape: Bandai Namco has not only revealed the cast, but also confirmed the US theatrical release date. With Alex Garland set to write and direct and a high-profile cast on board, many fans are hoping for a video game adaptation that rises above the usual standard.

The Redmi K90 Max has been launched in China, and at the core, it's an affordable gaming phone that rivals the RedMagic 11 Pro. It features the Dimensity 9500, a built-in cooling fan, a 165Hz display, and a large 8,550mAh battery. The starting launch price is CNY 3,499, about $513.

Ubisoft is sending fresh signals that it may be placing a stronger focus on AI. Current job listings suggest that generative AI could play a larger role at the French publisher going forward – and that is already sparking debate within the gaming community.

Deal | A largely overlooked sci-fi adventure with 89% positive Steam reviews is currently available for free. Anyone in the mood for a philosophical story, meaningful choices and multiple endings should take a closer look before April 23.

Anbernic has shared a new teaser video for its long-awaited compact handheld. Launching globally, it is still a mystery as to the hardware that powers the Anbernic RG Rotate.

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra is almost here – it will be officially unveiled tomorrow, April 22. Until then, the company is posting teasers and videos to build up hype for its camera flagship. Several videos just went up on Oppo’s YouTube page that showcase what the X9 Ultra can do in the hands of professionals. In the first video below, photographer Jerome and explorer Guille travelled to Kyrgyzstan to capture one perfect shot – an eagle hunter in the mountains with the moon up in the sky. The team shot at 600mm (using the 300mm Hasselblad add-on lens) to make the moon appear huge. The...

Motorola is unveiling one or more new Razrs internationally on April 29, as revealed earlier today. Now, a new report from France brings us more information about the US market. Like last year, the lineup will be rebranded over there, and there's an extra model. So, the international Razr 70 will be known in North America as the Razr 2026, the Razr 70 Ultra will be the Razr Ultra 2026, and there will be a Razr+ 2026 sitting in between them with no international correspondent. The new lineup will allegedly become available in North America on May 21. There will be price hikes: $100...

Samsung expanded Galaxy S26’s Document scan camera tool to various older devices. This handy feature allows Galaxy fans to have a soft copy of their documents and important paperwork without requiring a physical scanner.

Scanning a document has always been pretty easy on Android devices. There are plenty of third-party apps available that assist in scanning docs. But Samsung added Document scan as a camera tool as part of One UI 8.5 update.

A community moderator earlier confirmed that the feature will be provided to Galaxy S25 series. Samsung yesterday released the tenth One UI 8.5 Beta update to Galaxy S25 series and a similar build to even more devices.

We can confirm the Galaxy S25 series has added a Document scan feature inside the native camera app. It should have also added in devices like the Galaxy S24 series, S25 FE, the Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 and Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6.

Document scan has been added but you may not be able to use it right away. The OS has kept it in a disabled setting and it can be activated inside camera settings. You can also have a quick launch icon in the app drawer.

Additionally, Samsung has expanded four new AI features, including the Enhanced Audio Eraser, Creative Studio, Photo Assist with text input and Call Screening. One of the AirDrop issues (location tag) has also been addressed.

Read more:

• Galaxy S25 gets One UI 8.5 Beta 10 with AI features and peak stability
• 10th One UI 8.5 Beta partially fixed AirDrop metadata issues

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Samsung announced a major expansion of Galaxy Connect to all Windows 11 PCs. Not just Galaxy Book laptops, but all PC users with the latest Windows 11 can now access Samsung’s cross-device ecosystem application.

The newly introduced Galaxy Connect app is not just another utility buried in the Microsoft Store. For a company that has long leaned into vertical integration, this feels less like a feature drop and more like a strategic correction.

Galaxy Connect: Samsung’s ecosystem, now on your PC

Galaxy Connect acts as a bridge between Galaxy phones, tablets, and Windows PCs. Previously, this level of integration was locked to Galaxy Books, but now, Samsung is pushing that same continuity layer to a much wider Windows install base.

Download from the Microsoft Store, sign in with a Samsung account, and you’re in.

Features include:

Continue where you left off

Web sessions from your phone can be picked up instantly on your PC, especially if you are using Samsung Internet.

Universal copy and paste

You can move text, images, files, even videos across devices with a simple copy-paste flow.

File Explorer with Shared Storage

Your Galaxy phone or tablet essentially appears inside Windows File Explorer. That means direct access to files without manually transferring anything.

Multi Control and Second Screen

You can use a single mouse and keyboard to control your PC, phone, and tablet. Additionally, your Galaxy tablet can double as a secondary monitor.

Opening these capabilities to non-Samsung PCs removes one of the biggest barriers in Samsung’s ecosystem strategy. It makes Galaxy devices more attractive without demanding full brand lock-in.

Galaxy Connect – Limitations/Requirements

• Windows 11 is mandatory
• Intel x86/x64 only. ARM-based PCs are excluded
• Minimum driver requirements:
  • Wi-Fi 22.50.07 or newer
  • Bluetooth 22.50.02 or newer
  • All devices must be on the same Wi-Fi network and Samsung account

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The LG StandbyMe 2 Max Smart TV can be moved effortlessly from one room to the next, either with a very compact wall mount or with a stand with wheels. Thanks to a 144 Wh battery, not even a power socket is required for use.

Insta360 has officially previewed its new Luna series at NAB 2026, showcasing the dual-camera Luna Ultra and the single-lens Luna Pro. The Luna Pro should be a more affordable version of the Luna Ultra, but both are expected to come in black and white. As a direct response to the recently launched DJI Osmo Pocket 4 and the teased Osmo Pocket 4P, Insta360's new gimbal cameras aim to disrupt the market with Leica-engineered optics and a modular design.

The Soundcore Space 2 is a new pair of over-ear headphones released by Anker. Besides active noise cancellation, it offers improved battery life of up to 70 hours compared to its predecessor.

Jason Ronald, Vice President of Next Generation at Xbox, has shot down speculation around the unavailability of a 1st-party Project Helix Xbox console. The APU allegedly powering the next-gen Xbox Helix is rumored to be available to other OEMs as well.

The Redmi Buds 8 are now official in China. These are affordable wireless earbuds with a rated battery life of up to 44 hours, and Xiaomi claims that they can offer 50dB noise cancellation. The launch price is CNY 229, around $33.

The vivo Y500 Pro launched back in November is getting a successor soon, and it is already listed on China Telecom’s database. The vivo Y600 Pro (V2561A) will bring several updates, including a larger 6.83-inch AMOLED display featuring 2,800 x 1,260px resolution and a massive 10,200mAh battery with 80W charging. vivo Y600 Pro listing The device is listed with the MT6858T chipset, which is rumored to be the upcoming MediaTek Dimensity 7300e. It will be available with up to 12GB RAM and 512GB storage and boots Android 16, presumably with OriginOS 6 on top. vivo Y600 Pro...

The Motorola Edge 70 series will soon have several new members. High-resolution render images now show the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ in five colors, including a telephoto camera with 3.5x zoom and a curved display.

The Xbox Project Helix will reportedly be powered by the AMD Magnus APU with a Zen 6 CPU and an RDNA 5 GPU. However, according to KeplerL2, the Magnus APU won't be exclusive to the Xbox Helix. So, we could see more OEMs launch gaming consoles/machines with the AMD Magnus APU.

The Poco M8s 5G is the latest addition to the company’s M8 lineup. It features a large 7,000mAh battery and a 6.9-inch display. The handset is now available in global markets, starting at $189 for the base variant. It is equipped with the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chipset, which can be configured with up to 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage. The phone also offers expandable storage via a microSD card slot. The Poco M8s 5G sports a 6.9-inch LCD display that offers a Full-HD+ resolution and a refresh rate of up to 144Hz. There’s an 8MP selfie camera up front housed...

vivo today made the Y6t official. The smartphone is powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC, and it comes with a 6.74-inch LCD screen with 720x1600 resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. On the rear there's a 13MP camera, while on the front you get a 5MP snapper for selfies. Keeping the lights on is a 6,500 mAh battery with support for 15W wired charging. The phone runs Android 16 with OriginOS 6 on top. vivo Y6t official images There's a side-mounted fingerprint scanner embedded into the power button, 5G support, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The device measures 167.4 x 77.1 x...

Samsung has already started testing early internal firmware builds for the latest Galaxy S-series flagship device. The first build was spotted around mid-March 2026 for the Galaxy S26 series, including the S26 Ultra, and some testers have installed it on real devices.

Samsung’s One UI 9 development is moving fast because Google’s Android 17 Beta program has been rolling since February 2026, with platform stability reached by late March.

Now the big question is when we will get our hands on the early One UI 9 features. Let’s talk about it.

Here’s the expected release date based on Samsung’s recent patterns and leaks:

• Public One UI 9 Beta: Late May or early June 2026. Samsung often starts betas right after the previous major update (One UI 8.5) rollout.
• Stable One UI 9 rollout: Mid-2026, probably July 2026 alongside the launch of the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Z Flip 8, and rumored Z Fold Wide. New foldables usually ship with the latest One UI out of the box.
• Rollout to other devices: Starts with other flagships (S25/S24 series) in August/September, then mid-rangers and tablets later in 2026.

This is faster than some past One UI rollouts because Samsung has been accelerating its update schedule.

The official One UI Beta Program will be available through the Samsung Members app. The beta program is currently open (One UI 8.5) in these countries: US, UK, Germany, Poland, South Korea, and India. If you are living in any of these countries, you will be eligible as soon as the One UI 9 registration banner appears in Samsung Members.

Easy steps (same as past betas):
1. Open Samsung Members app, log in with your Samsung account.
2. Look for the “Notice / Banner / Beta card” or “Registration for One UI Beta Program”.
3. Submit your device info (it must be a supported model on the latest stable or beta firmware).
4. If selected, you will get an OTA beta build (sometimes multiple waves).

Important: You can unenroll and return to stable, but expect bugs, battery drain, and possible data wipes in early builds.

Samsung One UI 9 Eligible Devices: (Tentative List)

Samsung hasn’t published an official list yet (It usually does right after beta is completed), but eligibility follows its 4–7 year major OS update promise. Devices that received One UI 8/8.5 are almost certain to get One UI 9 unless already hit the eligibility limit.

Galaxy S series:
– S26 / S26+ / S26 Ultra (first in line for beta)
– S25 series (S25, S25+, S25 Ultra, S25 Edge, S25 FE)
– S24 series (S24, S24+, S24 Ultra, S24 FE)
– S23 series (S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, S23 FE)

Galaxy Z series:
– Z Fold 8 / Z Flip 8 (launch with stable)
– Z Fold 7 / Z Flip 7 (and FE variants)
– Z Fold 6 / Z Flip 6
– Z Fold 5 / Z Flip 5

Galaxy A series (select mid-rangers):
– A57, A56, A55, A37, A36, A35, A26, A25, A17, A16, A15, A07 (and LTE/5G variants)

Tablets:
– Tab S11 / S11 Ultra
– Tab S10 series (S10+, S10 Ultra, S10 FE/FE+)
– Tab S9 series (S9, S9+, S9 Ultra, S9 FE/FE+)
– Tab Active 5 / Active 5 Pro

Others: Galaxy XCover 7 (and some region-specific M/F models in limited cases).

Devices likely stopping at One UI 8.5: S22 series, Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4, older A-series like A53/A54 in some regions, etc.

What’s new in One UI 9 (From leaks & early builds)

One UI 8.5 already brought some visual refresh (glassy effects, new icons, etc.), so you can expect more polishing, refinements, and deeper Android 17 integration rather than a total redesign in One UI 9. Early internal builds show mostly subtle tweaks, but the first public beta will likely add more. Here’s what we have so far.

UI & Design improvements:
– Thicker, easier-to-reach brightness and volume sliders in Quick Settings.
– Enhanced lock-screen media player widget with colorful waveform animations and circular buttons.
– Possible expanded “glassy”/translucent blur effects across Quick Panel, notifications, and panels.
– Redesigned “About Phone” section in Settings.
– Squarer/customizable widget corners and more uniform home-screen widget styling.
– Gallery app gets a clean multi-image selection preview with blur effect.
– Refined spacing, animations, and overall fluidity (Material 3 Expressive influences from Android 17: new icons, layouts, possibly frosted-glass panels).

New Samsung Features:
– Tap to Share (NFC-based quick file/photo/contact/location sharing with a glow animation).
– Bixby home-screen widgets (voice/mic and keyboard options for quick commands).
– Warranty & Care central hub in Settings: warranty info, diagnostics, repair options, remote assistance, and Bixby voice integration for all your linked devices.
– Improved Galaxy AI (proactive features, enhanced Photo Assist with AI suggestion “pills” in the editor, more Agentic AI capabilities).

You can expect these Android 17 features on One UI 9:

– Floating app bubbles/windows for any app (great on foldables/tablets).
– System-level selective contacts picker (apps only see contacts you explicitly grant).
– Advanced Protection Mode + better privacy controls.
– Improved satellite connectivity and UWB distance measurement.
– Notification Rules: super-granular per-app/per-contact rules (Silence, Block, Highlight, Bundle, etc.).
– Per-app dark theme options, better location permissions, multitasking enhancements (pinned bubbles), 14-bit RAW camera support, gaming optimizations, and adaptive apps across screen sizes.

One UI 9 looks like a solid upgrade, with a more refined UI, smarter AI, tighter Android 17 integration, and useful additions like Tap to Share and Notification Rules.

Watch for the official announcement in the Samsung Members app or on Samsung’s newsroom/developer site in the next 4–6 weeks. If you have a supported device (especially S26), you will be able to test early.

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A fresh rumor has surfaced suggesting the Galaxy Z Flip 8 will arrive with the exact same 4,300mAh battery and 25W charging speed as the Galaxy Z Flip 7.

Samsung last bumped the charging speed on its flip lineup back in 2022, when the Galaxy Z Flip 4 debuted with that spec. It’s going to be the fourth time in a row that the company’s clamshell foldable is retaining the charging speed.

The South Korean tech giant may upgrade other aspects, including the chip and camera.

The Galaxy Z Flip 8 could land with a newer chipset, which should bring the usual performance and efficiency bumps. Just like the S26, Samsung may split the chips between its in-house Exynos and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon.

There are whispers of camera improvements, too. Such enhancements will make the company’s next Flip phone even more appealing. That said, Samsung isn’t completely sleepwalking through the development cycle.

• Samsung chief clicks Modi selfie on Galaxy Z Flip 7

Unpacked in London

Samsung is expected to hold its next Unpacked event in London, a slight departure from its usual rotation. The new foldables, including the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Z Fold 8 Wide, and Z Flip 8, are anticipated for a second-half launch.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide is going to be a brand-new debut to the lineup. The phone is expected to enter as an alternative to Apple’s foldable. The design is influenced by the OG Pixel Fold, featuring a passport-like look.

More leaks will almost certainly surface between now and then.

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Samsung owns Android, which has been true for years, and the Galaxy maker has done little to pretend otherwise, but quietly, methodically, Motorola has been building something worth paying attention to.

Over the past few years, Motorola has made a series of smart, deliberate choices. The company found a real balance between value-focused midrange devices and genuinely compelling premium foldables.

Most manufacturers stumble badly when they try to play both ends of the market; meanwhile, Motorola hasn’t stumbled.

Now, with the Razr Fold and the new Moto G Stylus surfacing for 2026, the picture is getting clearer. Motorola isn’t just competing anymore; it’s positioning itself as the answer to every frustration Samsung has handed its users.

Motorola’s latest Fold supports stylus

When Samsung stripped S Pen support from the Galaxy Z Fold 7, it chose thinness. Engineering tradeoffs are real, and the digitizing layer was genuinely in the way of a slimmer device, but it removed an iconic feature.

Stylus users on the Z Fold lineup felt abandoned. They bought into an ecosystem, paid premium prices for years, and got told their preferred way of working didn’t fit the new design. That’s a rough message to send to your most committed buyers.

Motorola heard it loud and clear, with the Razr Fold debuting stylus support baked in. We’re talking a large inner display that was practically built for pen input. Motorola just plugged a gap Samsung left open with its latest Fold.

Moto Stylus isn’t boring

Samsung removed the battery from its S Pen, starting in the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Motorola turned around and added one to its stylus a year later. The new Moto G Stylus brings pressure sensitivity and tilt recognition.

It won’t match peak S Pen precision, and nobody’s claiming it will, but that’s not the point. The point is that stylus users now have a credible place to go, at a price that is significantly lower than Samsung’s Ultra and Fold lineup.

Samsung spent years teaching people what a premium Android phone should feel like. Motorola is just reminding the Korean tech giant to sync with evolving dynamics.

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A smartphone for less than $200 contains an AMOLED display that a few years ago would only have been found in a top-of-the-range cell phone: Bright, color-accurate, responsive and high-resolution. We explain how this is possible and where the Motorola Moto G67 may have cut corners elsewhere.

After Samsung blurred the lines between the S Plus and the S Ultra models a few generations ago, users each year are wondering which one to get. The top-tier and more expensive Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus variant that gives you roughly the same user experience at a more manageable price? "Roughly the same" won't cut it for some users, so naturally, the Ultra will give you a few extra exclusive features. And it's not just the S Pen, so let's explore the nuances. Table of Contents: Design Display Battery Life Charging Speaker Test ...

Motorola is unveiling a new Razr smartphone on April 29. The company has just revealed this via its official account on X. There's also a teaser video to go with it. The Razr 70 and Razr 70 Ultra have both been leaking a lot lately, and it stands to reason that their maker would finally decide to make them official. And the timing is impeccable too, seeing as how the Razr 60 and Razr 60 Ultra arrived in late April of last year. Get ready to experience something new 👀. pic.twitter.com/cHYgYVwz8H— motorola (@Moto) April 20, 2026 Based on past leaks, expect the Razr 70 to be identical...

Samsung yesterday rolled out the One UI 8.5 Beta 10, which improved the metadata function of AirDrop connection.

Galaxy users have received an upgraded Quick Share, which lets them share files across Apple’s various operating systems that support AirDrop. Both sides don’t require installation of any additional apps; just a few settings need tweaking.

Samsung to AirDrop sharing works fine, but users found different issues. Recently, we’ve reproduced the issue where images and videos lack crucial metadata info, including location data, when shared from a Samsung phone.

It improved with the recent update.

Samsung’s One UI 8.5 Beta 10 partially fixed AirDrop metadata issues. Location data is now attached to photos, but is lacking for videos. Apple devices are showing location info on images received from Samsung phones.

While images automatically showcase a map preview based on the location tag, videos show an option to manually add a location. That said, Samsung’s AirDrop requires another correction to fix the location problem on videos as well.

The improvement is observed on the 10th Beta of the Galaxy S25 series. Meanwhile, the same level build was also provided to the Galaxy S24 series, S25 FE, Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, Z Fold 6, and Z Flip 6 smartphones.

Samsung also expanded various AI features from the Galaxy S26 series to existing flagships with the ZZDD Beta update. The list includes enhanced Audio Eraser, Photo Assist with text input, AI-powered Call screening and Creative Studio.

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The Redmi Pad 2 SE is an affordable tablet that has just been released. Compared to the first-gen tab, the newer model is smaller, with a 9.7-inch 120Hz display, but has a larger battery. Xiaomi has put a launch price of CNY 1,099, around $161.

Apple has announced that Tim Cook will step down as the company's CEO, and John Ternus, Apple's current Senior VP of Hardware Engineering, will take over as the next Apple CEO effective on September 1, 2026, while also joining the board of directors. Cook will continue as CEO through the summer as he works closely with Ternus to ensure a smooth transition. Post that, Cook will serve as the Executive Chairman of Apple's board of directors. In this role, Cook will assist with certain aspects of the company, including engaging with policymakers worldwide. Tim Cook joined Apple in 1998 and...

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra, Watch Ultra, and Galaxy Ring were deployed during The Speed Project, an underground-style endurance desert race stretching from Los Angeles to Las Vegas through Death Valley.

A 547-kilometer relay across desert terrain is not the kind of environment where consumer hardware usually gets tested. The Polish team, Swords Athletics, with six runners, became the first from the country to take on the route.

The runners carried a tightly integrated set of Galaxy devices handling navigation, communication, and physiological monitoring under sustained stress.

Galaxy ecosystem at the desert race

Galaxy S26 Ultra handled route tracking with stable GPS synchronization across remote desert sections where signal consistency can vary. Real-time positioning data ensured runners stayed aligned with the course.

At the core of the setup was the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, used for continuous health metric tracking. Runners relied on real-time heart rate monitoring and pace analysis as they rotated through relay segments.

Recovery management was handled through the Galaxy Ring. Between running shifts, athletes used the ring’s tracking capabilities to assess recovery patterns, likely focusing on sleep fragments, heart rate variability trends, and overall readiness.

Additionally, the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro earbuds supported hands-free communication between team members and support drivers. This setup reduced friction during transitions, particularly in low-visibility or night segments.

Creators embedded with the team used the S26 Ultra’s imaging system to document the run, capturing stills and video. Meanwhile, the Tab S11 Ultra functioned as a control hub for route planning and live content production.

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Qualcomm CEO is moving through Seoul on a tight schedule, sitting down with executives from both Samsung and SK Hynix in what is shaping up to be one of the more significant chip industry visits amid the 2nm generation.

Cristiano Amon landed at Gimpo Airport on Monday and got straight to work. The headline meeting is with Han Jin-man, president of Samsung’s Foundry Business Division, as reported by Korean outlet KEDGlobal.

Heads of Qualcomm and Samsung Foundry are deep in discussions about manufacturing the Snapdragon chip on the latter’s 2nm process node.

Qualcomm CEO Amon actually announced at CES 2026 in January that talks had started and design work was already wrapped. If it closes, Qualcomm’s cutting-edge orders come back to Samsung after five years away.

Samsung’s yield and thermal performance numbers have apparently moved enough to rebuild trust. That $16.5 billion Tesla deal signaled to the whole industry that Samsung Foundry could handle serious volume on serious nodes.

There’s the TSMC factor, because wafer prices there aren’t getting financially favorable. Splitting production between suppliers is exactly the kind of cold, calculating move Qualcomm’s procurement team lives for.

Well, Amon skipped a meeting with TM Roh, who runs Samsung’s mobile business and is one of Qualcomm’s biggest Snapdragon customers.

This visit is about fabs and memory, not phones. The smartphone relationship is already locked in. What Amon came to Seoul to sort out is the next five years of chip architecture

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Plaion says the Neo Geo AES+, launching November 13, 2026, is a 1:1 reproduction built around newly re-engineered ASIC chips rather than emulation or an FPGA approach, with noted retro hardware specialists Jotego and Furrtek involved in development. However, FPGA developer Pramod Somashekar alleges the project could effectively be a MiSTer-derived design split into multiple ASICs, a potential “bait and switch” that could limit post-launch updates, despite the console’s modern HDMI and legacy CRT-friendly outputs.

GTA: Carcer City is a total conversion mod for Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas that replaces Los Santos with a fully explorable recreation of Manhunt’s Rust Belt Carcer City, complete with key locations and a new storyline set in 2001. Released as a 2 GB demo on April 10, 2026, it offers seven missions, new weapons, collectibles, and period-appropriate radio while aiming for a grittier, more atmospheric tone, though a full release date has not been announced.

Multi-frame generation could come to eligible AMD GPUs via a future FSR update. Whether or not it will be exclusive to RDNA4 remains to be seen.

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Samsung has another pair of earbuds in the works called Galaxy Buds Able, and their design has apparently leaked in One UI firmware.

Nobody knows what “Able” is supposed to mean. Samsung’s product naming has always been a mix of aspirational English and corporate blur, so this fits. “Able to hear” is the obvious read, but obvious isn’t always right with Samsung.

SammyGuru dug up an icon buried inside One UI firmware, and it gives us our first real look at the Galaxy Buds Able design. The name has floated around since last March, but the design is nothing like what Samsung has ever shipped.

The icon shows a clip-style earbud, the kind that hooks onto your outer ear rather than plugging into it. The design is heavily influenced by the open-ear approach that Anker’s Soundcore line and Bose usually introduce.

The speaker faces your ear canal without sealing it off, so you stay aware of the world around you. It’s a legitimate design philosophy with a real audience, and Samsung has never touched it until now.

The clip design itself is far more interesting than the name anyway. If Samsung executes it well, the Galaxy Buds Able could finally give the open-ear category a product with real mainstream reach.

Bone conduction technology is gone…

Bone conduction rumors have trailed this “Able” name for over a year now. The category is niche but growing, and Samsung clearly wants a piece of every segment of the audio market.

Meanwhile, what the firmware icon actually shows is a clip design, not the kind of hardware architecture bone conduction requires.

So either Samsung quietly pivoted to a more conventional open-ear approach, or there are two separate products in development and the leaks just haven’t caught up yet.

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The OnePlus Nord CE5 launched last year as a budget-friendly smartphone. Now, the company has announced the key highlights and launch date of the OnePlus Nord CE6 and the Nord CE6 Lite.

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Huawei has announced a new pair of smart glasses with notable improvements over the last model. The new Huawei AI Glasses are lighter, have a camera, better speakers, and are available in three styles.

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One UI 8.5 beta saga continues, and we now have our hands on the latest software with new Galaxy S26 AI features, expanding to previous Galaxy devices. Samsung has kept this update under development since the release of its latest Galaxy S-series flagship. However, the new update has revealed the newest additions before all public devices could explore them.

Here are the Galaxy 26 AI features coming to Samsung smartphones found in the recent One UI 8.5 update.

• Call screening
• Richer Insights (Now brief)
• Creative Studio (New version of Photo Assist)
• Creative Studio AI wallpapers generator
• Audio eraser for real-time audio
• Better photo assist
• AI Select on

Call Screening

An AI assistant will answer the phone call and ask the caller who they are and why they’re calling. This helps to deflect calls from unknown numbers and spammers.

It’s available inside the Phone app > Call settings > Call screening. You can set it to auto-screen calls and change language and voices.

Now Brief

Samsung’s so-called daily AI briefing feature is getting the “Get richer insights” addition in the settings. You have to share a ton of your personal data with Google to get rich insights that you might not need.

Creative Studio

The drawing assist feature is renamed to the Creative Studio. It has a revamped user interface and improved tools for creating new images from a sketch, photo, image, or text.

AI wallpaper

With the new creative studio app, you get access to more AI-supported wallpaper creation inside the AI section of the Wallpapers settings.

Audio eraser

Samsung is bringing real-time audio eraser capability for apps like YouTube. These expanded controls help you to reduce background noise in live-streams and help you to focus on the voice that matters.

Photo Assist

Samsung has released a new photo assist improvement, allowing you to write down the edits to apply them to a specific area. For example, you can remove a car from the image by typing “remove the white car”. You can also add something from an image and ask the AI to blend it into the scene.

AI Select

One UI 8.5 now gives you another way to access AI select by touching and holding the Edge panel handle.

Conclusion

There you have it, folks, these are the new Galaxy S26 series AI features, do you think Samsung has included all of them with One UI 8.5 for previous-gen devices?

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Deal | Pragmata was released a few days ago across all platforms, and Nvidia has decided to host a special giveaway to celebrate the launch. One lucky winner will get the RTX 5090 with a custom wrap, but entries will close soon.

Insta360 just previewed the Leica-engineered Luna Ultra gimbal camera alongside the Insta360 Mic Pro at NAB 2026. The new mic features "Direct Connect" for receiver-free audio and an E-Ink display for digital branding, positioning Insta360 as a primary rival to the DJI Osmo Pocket and DJI Mic ecosystem. Rumors suggest the Luna Ultra and Mic Pro will officially launch in mid-2026.

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Motorola has confirmed that new foldables are launching in April. To be joined by the Edge 70 Pro, the Razr 70 and Razr 70 Pro should reach North America as the Razr 2026 and Razr 2026 Ultra.

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Fan-made Sony Xperia 1 VIII renders in the color red have surfaced, based on case designs, showing what Sony's controversial redesign might look like. The Xperia VIII launch is rumored for May 2026. The phone should get a triple 48MP camera.

Oppo is now rolling out its April ColorOS 16 update as part of its monthly rollout. This update brings with it a new UCL watermark, as well as a new video playback feature. Phones receiving this update will get the new UEFA Champions League watermarks in the Photos apps. The watermarks will be available from April 15 to June 10, 2026. The other inclusion is the ability to adjust the playback speed of videos in the Photos app. Users will be able to pick 0.5x, 1x, 1.5x, and 2x from the speed menu while playing local videos. The update will roll out to Find X9 series,...

8BitDo has a Forza Horizon 6 edition charging dock for Xbox wireless controllers. The dock has some nifty features and even comes with free accessories, such as a rechargeable battery for your controller.

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Samsung has released new updates to the One UI 8.5 beta for the Galaxy S24 family and the Galaxy Z Fold7 today. The updates include the new Galaxy AI features that debuted on the Galaxy S26 family a few weeks ago. We're talking about Creative Studio, Call Screening, the improved version of Photo Assist, and a better Audio Eraser. If you're already using the One UI 8.5 beta on your Galaxy S24 series device or the Galaxy Z Fold7, you will of course receive the new build as an over-the-air software update. If you haven't been notified about it yet, you can go to Settings > Software...

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The latest smart home speaker from Huawei packs six speakers and 160W amps into a partially transparent body with RGB lighting and 18-carat gold. Huawei advertises deep bass up to 36 Hz and clear treble up to 40 kHz.

A robotic arm that is still relatively affordable for private users and makers is said to offer very precise control and can also handle somewhat heavier payloads. This gadget can be programmed various ways, and it supposedly sports an open-source concept.

Sony is now stipulating that gamers in the UK and Ireland complete age verification. PSN users must prove their identities or lose access to text messaging, voice chat, and more. Privacy advocates worry that companies will fail to protect sensitive information they collect.

A reliable source has elaborated on Microsoft's launch plans for its Surface Laptop 8 and Surface Pro 12 releases. Unfortunately, neither are now expected to arrive as soon as previously suggested. New Surface Laptop and Surface Pro models are still tipped to debut with Intel and Qualcomm processor options, though.

Huawei’s Watch Fit series just entered its fifth generation. Watch Watch Fit 5 and Watch Fit 5 Pro were announced today at Huawei’s big launch event, which also saw the debut of the Pura X Max foldable, Pura 90 Pro series, as well as the Watch Buds 2 and Watch Ultimate Star Diamond Edition. Huawei Watch Fit 5 Pro Both Watch Fit 5 members bring familiar-looking designs, though the Fit 5 Pro gets slimmer bezels, which allowed Huawei to fit a larger 1.92-inch AMOLED touchscreen this time around. The Pro features 2.5D sapphire glass and 3,000 nits peak local brightness. The...

The four colors in which the iPhone 18 Pro (and, presumably, the iPhone 18 Pro Max) will launch have been outed not long ago, but at that point we were only shown some Pantone hues. Now, a leaker from China is showing us these colors on the metal of the iPhone 18 Pro's camera island. You can see them in the image below. According to the previous leak, these will be called Dark Gray, Dark Cherry, Silver, and Light Blue. Dark Cherry is most likely the rumored hero color for the series, replacing Cosmic Orange, which was that but for the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max. It's been described...

Samsung is preparing to launch its smart glasses, tentatively named Galaxy Glasses, which have been spotted in One UI 8.5.

Two models are in the pipeline, carrying model numbers SM-O200P and SM-O200J. One ship this year, while the other lands in 2027. Both models are rumored to carry a 155mAh battery, and one is expected to pack a 12MP Sony IMX681 CMOS sensor.

The glasses are closer than you think. SammyGuru discovered what appears to be Samsung Galaxy Glasses baked right into the One UI 8.5 SystemUI.

Specifically, icons buried inside the system’s design kit and what those icons reveal are pretty telling: the glasses will show up in your Bluetooth device list exactly like your Galaxy Buds or Watch.

One UI 8.5 placement tells us something beyond just aesthetics. It means the glasses ecosystem is already being incorporated into the core software layer. Samsung is building a wearables stack, and the glasses are the piece everyone’s been waiting on.

Last month, Samsung exec Jay Kim revealed that these glasses won’t function as standalone devices, but they are phone companions. Your handset does the heavy lifting on data processing, and the glasses just ride along.

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Asus has finally released its first AMD Strix Halo gaming laptop in the UK. Equipped with a Radeon 8060S iGPU and Ryzen AI Max+ 392 APU, the TUF Gaming A14 FA401EA ships with a 165 Hz display and a 73 Wh battery, too.

TCL’s new RM7L RGB-Mini LED TV is now available in one European country. Expected to roll out more widely in the near future, this entry-level model is offered in four sizes. Features include an up to 288Hz refresh rate, wide color gamut coverage and Google TV.

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Samsung has confirmed the feature rollout that caused the Galaxy S25 users to create a massive outrage against the phone maker.

The latest One UI 8.5 beta comes with the call screening feature. Once enabled, a call assistant will answer calls and ask the caller who they are and why they’re calling. Users will see what the caller and the AI say on the screen even if they don’t answer the call. However, users can pick up the call at any time or switch to a text call instead.

To enable it, you should go to the phone app, and then settings, followed by Call screening at the top of the menu.

That’s a good feature, and it improves the calling experience for those who don’t want to talk to everyone. Samsung’s first call screening with the Galaxy S26 series, attracting previous-gen Galaxy S-series users.

Among these, the Galaxy S25 owners were pretty vocal about their device support. However, Samsung’s community moderator in Korea denied the feature’s backward compatibility. This was enough to generate a legitimate criticism. One, which the company cannot escape.

Users alleged that the company wants to keep new AI features limited to the S26 series, its latest release. This community-wide criticism spread to social media and was covered by media outlets.

As a result, Samsung has to change its decision and confirmed that the call screening feature, along with other AI capabilities, will be released for Galaxy S25 and other flagships with One UI 8.5. Though a stable rollout date is missing, the controversial feature is now available for beta testers. And soon, it will be available for all Galaxy S25 devices.

To conclude, if Samsung had plans to give this feature to Galaxy S25 and other devices, it should’ve announced it via community moderators without forcing users to outrage.

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Microsoft has made the Limited Edition Forza Horizon 6 Xbox Controller and Wireless Headset official. The controller boasts a transparent shell, while the headset introduces custom sound effects. With the designs drawing mixed reactions, some gamers find the artwork too outlandish.

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Huawei’s Pura 90 series is now official, with the Pura 90 Pro and Pura 90 Pro Max ushering in a new era for Huawei’s flagship lineup. Both bring updated looks with eye-catching gradient color schemes, which is a bit of a throwback to the Huawei P30 series. And as usual with flagship Huawei phones, you get top-tier camera hardware. Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max (left) and Pura 90 Pro (right) Pura 90 Pro Max is headlined by a massive 1/1.28-inch periscope telephoto sensor of 200MP resolution with f/2.6 aperture. This is a 96 mm equivalent module with 4x optical zoom, which Huawei claims...

Huawei has introduced a new smart speaker as part of its latest launch event, and this one leans heavily on both sound quality and smart features. The Huawei Sound X5 was announced alongside the Pura 90 series and WATCH FIT 5 series, expanding the company’s growing ecosystem of connected devices.

At its core, the Sound X5 focuses on audio. Huawei is using an eight-unit, three-way speaker setup, consisting of a 126 mm woofer, four 48 mm midrange drivers, a 35 mm tweeter, and two passive radiators. The idea here is better separation across lows, mids, and highs. Huawei claims bass can go down to 36Hz, which should add a bit more depth compared to smaller speakers.

The rated output is around 160W, broken down into a 60W woofer, four 20W midrange drivers, and a 20W tweeter. For comparison, the Huawei Sound X4 featured a 50W 120.7mm woofer, four 38.1mm 5W full-range speakers, a 31.8mm 3W tweeter, and two passive radiators.

There’s also a push toward smarter interactions this time. The speaker runs on an updated HarmonyOS AI model, with support for more natural voice commands and continuous conversations. In theory, that means less rigid phrasing when you’re trying to control it.

Connectivity is also built around Huawei’s ecosystem. With HarmonyOS Smart Connect, the Sound X5 can link with other devices for things like quick audio sharing or basic smart home control. There are also smaller additions like gesture controls and a sleep mode.

Huawei has also included lighting effects that react to sound, adding a bit of visual feedback while music is playing. It’s not essential, but it does help the speaker stand out a little.

Pricing and availability:

It comes in black, white, and gold finishes, with pricing starting at 2,199 yuan. The gold version is priced slightly higher at 2,499 yuan, likely due to its passive radiator being plated with 18K gold. The product is currently available for purchase through the company’s official website in China.

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Even though newer Snapdragon 8-series chipsets are available, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 remains a solid high-performance mobile processor, even in 2026. It has a high-performance CPU, a powerful GPU for graphics-intensive games, and a reliable modem. And the best part? The prices have dropped over the years, offering a solid value for the money. Check out the list of all Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 phones below to find out your next best upgrade.

[Note: To keep the list relevant for our audience, we haven’t included phones that are only available in China.]

List of phones with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor

• Samsung Galaxy S24
• Samsung Galaxy S24+
• Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
• Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6
• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold SE
• OnePlus 13R
• OnePlus 12
• Xiaomi 14
• Xiaomi 14 Pro
• Xiaomi 14 Ultra
• POCO F7 Pro
• Vivo X Fold 5
• Vivo X Fold 3 Pro
• iQOO 12
• Asus ROG Phone 8
• Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro
• Asus ROG Phone 9 FE
• Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra
• Nubia RedMagic 9 Pro
• Nubia RedMagic 9S Pro
• Nubia RedMagic 10 Air
• Nubia Z60 Ultra
• Honor Magic 6 Pro
• Honor 400 Pro

Samsung phones with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor

While the Galaxy S24 Ultra is sold everywhere with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, the regular S24 and S24+ is offered in two chip variants. Markets like the US, Canada, and Japan get the Snapdragon variant, while the rest of the world gets the Exynos 2400 variant.

The Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition also features the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, but the device has only been released in Korea.

Samsung Galaxy S24

• Display: 6.2-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600nits (peak)
• Processor:
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) – the US, Canada, and China
  • Samsung Exynos 2400 (4 nm) – Other markets
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 10MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 12MP (ultrawide, 120˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera: 12MP
• OS: Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 4000mAh
• Charging: 25W (wired), 15W (wireless), 4.5W (reverse wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Samsung Galaxy S24+

• Display: 6.7-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600nits (peak)
• Processor:
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) – the US, Canada, and China
  • Samsung Exynos 2400 (4 nm) – Other markets
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 10MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 12MP (ultrawide, 120˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera: 12MP
• OS: Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 4900mAh
• Charging: 45W (wired), 15W (wireless), 4.5W (reverse wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

• Display: 6.8-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 200MP (wide), 10MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 50MP (periscope telephoto, 5x optical zoom), 12MP (ultrawide, 120˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera: 12MP
• OS: Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 5000mAh
• Charging: 45W (wired), 15W (wireless), 4.5W (reverse wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6

• Display:
  • Main: 7.6-inch Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600nits (peak)
  • Cover: 6.3-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 2600nits (peak) 
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 10MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 12MP (ultrawide, 123˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera:
  • On main screen: 4MP
  • On cover screen: 10MP
• OS: Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 4400mAh
• Charging: 25W (wired), 15W (wireless), 4.5W (reverse wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6

• Display:
  • Main: 6.7-inch Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600nits (peak)
  • Cover: 3.4-inch Super AMOLED, 60Hz, 1600nits (peak) 
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 12MP (ultrawide, 123˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera: 10MP
• OS: Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 4000mAh
• Charging: 25W (wired), 15W (wireless), 4.5W (reverse wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition

• Display:
  • Main: 8.0-inch Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600nits (peak)
  • Cover: 6.5-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 2600nits (peak) 
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 200MP (wide), 10MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 12MP (ultrawide, 123˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera:
  • On main screen: 4MP
  • On cover screen: 10MP
• OS: Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 4400mAh
• Charging: 25W (wired), 15W (wireless), 4.5W (reverse wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

OnePlus phones with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor

OnePlus 13R

• Display: 6.78-inch LTPO 4.1 AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 4500nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (telephoto, 2x optical zoom), 8MP (ultrawide, 112˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera: 16MP
• OS: Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 6000mAh
• Charging: 80W (wired)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 2.0

OnePlus 12

• Display: 6.82-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 4500nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 64MP (periscope telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 48MP (ultrawide, 114˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera: 32MP
• OS: Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 5400mAh
• Charging: 100W (wired), 50W (wireless), 10W (reverse wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Xiaomi phones with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor

Xiaomi 14

• Display: 6.36-inch LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 3000nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (telephoto, 3.2x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide, 115˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera: 32MP
• OS: Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 4610mAh
• Charging: 90W (wired), 50W (wireless), 10W (reverse wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Xiaomi 14 Pro

• Display: 6.73-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 3000nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (telephoto, 3.2x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide, 115˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera: 32MP
• OS: Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 4880mAh
• Charging: 120W (wired), 50W (wireless), 10W (reverse wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Xiaomi 14 Ultra

• Display: 6.73-inch LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 3000nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (telephoto, 3.2x optical zoom), 50MP (periscope telephoto, 5x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide, 122˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera: 32MP
• OS: Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 5000mAh
• Charging: 90W (wired), 80W (wireless), 10W (reverse wireless)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2

POCO F7 Pro

• Display: 6.67-inch AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 3200nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 8MP (ultrawide)
• Selfie camera: 20MP
• OS: Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 6000mAh
• Charging: 90W (wired)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C

Vivo, iQOO phones with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor

Vivo X Fold 5

• Display:
  • Main: 8.03-inch Foldable LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 4500nits (peak)
  • Cover: 6.53-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 5500nits (peak) 
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (periscope telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide, 119˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera:
  • On main screen: 20MP
  • On cover screen: 20MP
• OS: Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 6000mAh
• Charging: 80W (wired), 40W (wireless), 5W (reverse wireless) , reverse wired
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Vivo X Fold 3 Pro

• Display:
  • Main: 8.03-inch Foldable LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 4500nits (peak)
  • Cover: 6.53-inch AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 4500nits (peak) 
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 64MP (periscope telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide, 119˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera:
  • On main screen: 32MP
  • On cover screen: 32MP
• OS: Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 5700mAh
• Charging: 100W (wired), 50W (wireless), reverse wireless
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

iQOO 12

• Display: 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED, 144Hz, HDR10+, 3000nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 64MP (periscope telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide, 119˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera: 16MP
• OS: Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 5000mAh
• Charging: 120W (wired)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 2.0

Asus phones with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor

Asus ROG Phone 8

• Display: 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED, 165Hz, HDR10, 2500nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 32MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 13MP (ultrawide, 120˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera: 32MP
• OS: Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 5500mAh
• Charging: 65W (wired) – international, 30W (wired) – India, 15W (wireless), 10W (reverse wired)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C

Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro

• Display: 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED, 165Hz, HDR10, 2500nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 32MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 13MP (ultrawide, 120˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera: 32MP
• OS: Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 5500mAh
• Charging: 65W (wired) – international, 30W (wired) – India, 15W (wireless), 10W (reverse wired)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C

Asus ROG Phone 9 FE

• Display: 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED, 185Hz, HDR10, 2500nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 13MP (ultrawide, 120˚ field of view), 5MP (macro)
• Selfie camera: 32MP
• OS: Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 5500mAh
• Charging: 65W (wired), 15W (wireless), 10W (reverse wired)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C

Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra

• Display: 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED, 144Hz, HDR10, 2500nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 32MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 13MP (ultrawide, 120˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera: 32MP
• OS: Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 5500mAh
• Charging: 65W (wired), 15W (wireless), 10W (reverse wired)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C

Nubia phones with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor

Nubia RedMagic 9 Pro

• Display: 6.8-inch AMOLED, 120Hz, 1600nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (ultrawide), 2MP (macro)
• Selfie camera: 16MP
• OS: Android 14
• Battery: 6500mAh
• Charging: 80W (wired)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2

Nubia RedMagic 9S Pro

• Display: 6.8-inch AMOLED, 120Hz, 1600nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (ultrawide)
• Selfie camera: 16MP
• OS: Android 14
• Battery: 6500mAh
• Charging: 80W (wired)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2

Nubia RedMagic 10 Air

• Display: 6.8-inch AMOLED, 120Hz, 1600nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (ultrawide)
• Selfie camera: 16MP
• OS: Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 6000mAh
• Charging: 80W (wired)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 2.0

Nubia Z60 Ultra

• Display: 6.8-inch AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10, 1500nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 64MP (periscope telephoto, 3.3x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide, 100˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera: 12MP
• OS: Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 6000mAh
• Charging: 80W (wired)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 3.1

Honor phones with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor

Honor Magic 6 Pro

• Display: 6.8-inch LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR, Dolby Vision, 5000nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 180MP (periscope telephoto, 2.5x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide, 122˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera: 50MP
• OS: Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 5600mAh
• Charging: 80W (wired), 66W (wireless), 5W (reverse wired), reverse wireless
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, USB Type-C 3.2

Honor 400 Pro

• Display: 6.7-inch AMOLED, 120Hz, 5000nits (peak)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
• Rear camera: 200MP (wide), 50MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 12MP (ultrawide, 112˚ field of view)
• Selfie camera: 50MP (wide), 2MP (depth)
• OS: Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades
• Battery: 6000mAh (International), 5300mAh (Europe)
• Charging: 100W (wired), 50W (wireless), 5W (reverse wired), reverse wireless
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C 2.0

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Edifier has launched its latest desktop Bluetooth speaker, the Huazai Melo Bar, in the Chinese market. It is priced at 329 yuan ($48) and is now available on JD.com. The speaker is available in two colors, Mist White and Night Black.

Edifier Melo Bar Specifications

The Edifier Melo Bar uses dual 52mm drivers with a symmetrical bass reflex system for enhanced bass and clear mids and highs. It features a Class D amplifier, providing 5W total continuous output (10W peak), and DSP tuning for balanced sound in all modes.

The speaker includes a built-in microphone with AEC echo-cancellation for clear calls and offers three audio modes: Music for detailed sound, Game for spatial positioning, and Movie for immersive audio.

Edifier includes a modular light panel system in the Melo Bar with 10 themed panels and a blank DIY panel for custom designs. It features 15 lighting effects and an RGB system with 16.8 million colors, customizable via onboard controls, the Edifier Connect app, or TempoHub PC software.

The Melo Bar offers versatile connectivity with Bluetooth 6.0 for stable, efficient wireless performance and a USB wired mode for combined power and audio. It supports Bluetooth protocols like A2DP, AVRCP, and HFP, with a wireless range of up to 10 meters.

The speaker features physical controls for adjusting volume, lighting effects, and sound profiles, along with indicator lights for input modes and a do-not-disturb mode for uninterrupted use.

In related news, JBL has recently launched the Flip Essential 3 SE Bluetooth speaker with IP67-rated durability and up to 12 hours of battery life, while Samsung has unveiled its 2026 home audio lineup, introducing new Music Studio speakers and Q-Series soundbars.

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Huawei has officially launched the WATCH FIT 5 series, adding a new set of smartwatches to its lineup. The announcement came during the Pura series event, and as expected, the focus is on a mix of design, fitness features, and battery life rather than anything too experimental.

The WATCH FIT 5 Pro comes with a 1.92-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a resolution of 480 × 408. It’s surrounded by fairly slim 1.8mm bezels and protected with a 2.5D glass, which gives the watch a modern look overall. The display reaches up to 3000 nits, so visibility outdoors shouldn’t be much of a problem.

Just like last year’s WATCH Fit 4 Pro, the successor uses a titanium alloy bezel, and Huawei is pairing it with a woven strap that’s meant to feel lighter and more comfortable. Without the strap, the watch weighs 30.4 grams. Color options include White, Orange, and Black.

On the feature side, Huawei is leaning into shorter, more casual workouts. There are additions like “cycling assistant” and a golf mode. Health tracking includes ECG support and some form of blood sugar monitoring research, though how that works in practice will matter more than the feature list itself.

The list of sensors includes:

• Accelerometer
• Gyroscope sensor
• Geomagnetic sensor
• Ambient light sensor
• Optical heart rate sensor
• barometric pressure sensor
• Temperature sensor
• ECG sensor
• Depth sensor

Battery life is fairly typical for this category. Huawei says the WATCH FIT 5 Pro can last up to 7 days of regular use, or around 10 days if you’re not pushing it too hard.

The standard WATCH FIT 5 gets a slightly smaller 1.82-inch AMOLED display, though it keeps the same resolution as the Pro and reaches up to 2500 nits brightness. It also includes most of the same sensors, just without ECG and the depth sensor. It comes in purple, green, white, and black, and is aimed at users who want a lighter watch at 27g, versus 30.4g for the Pro, without all the extra features.

Pricing and availability:

Pricing starts at 1099 yuan for the WATCH FIT 5 and 2099 yuan for the Pro. The standard model went up for pre-order on April 20 and goes on sale April 29, while the Pro opens for pre-orders on April 29 and will be available from May 15.

(WATCH FIT 5 | WATCH FIT 5 Pro)

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Huawei has introduced its new AI-powered smart glasses at its latest Pura series launch event. The device was unveiled by He Gang, CEO of Huawei Terminal BG, who wore the glasses during the presentation.

The product, called Huawei AI Glasses, comes in three color options: titanium silver gray, shimmering silver, and modern black. Huawei is also offering both round and square frame designs. 

The glasses retail for 2,499 yuan (~ $367) for the titanium silver gray and modern black versions, while the shimmering silver model is priced higher at 2,899 yuan (~ $425). Pre-orders begin on April 20, with sales starting April 25.

Huawei AI Glasses Specifications 

On design, the glasses are lightweight and will feel closer to your everyday eyewear. The company says it uses new lightweight materials and precision stacking techniques. The temples measure 6.25 mm, and the total weight is 35.5 grams. 

Huawei also claims the design is based on analysis of over 300,000 head shapes in Asia, which it uses to build what it calls a “golden triangle” structure for balance.

The glasses use a self-developed titanium alloy hinge system, which Huawei says improves stability by 21% compared to competing products. There is also mention of a 0.65 mm effective amplitude and a 120 square millimeter vibration area, which relates to the frame’s mechanical movement and fit.

Inside, the glasses are powered by a Huawei-developed AI chip. The company claims near-instant response times for voice interactions, with support for voice wake-up and a one-click AI shortcut. A few of the key features include “See the World” through Huawei’s Xiaoyi assistant and an Alipay “Look and Pay” function.

For media use, the glasses come with a 1/2.8-inch image sensor. Huawei says it supports AI RAW multi-frame fusion, along with AI-assisted composition correction and first-person perspective live streaming.

Alongside the hardware, Huawei is also launching a companion app called Huawei Glasses App. It supports pairing, smart audio broadcasting, automatic content import, and device collaboration with other Huawei products.

The Huawei AI Glasses are rated for up to 12 hours of general use, including around 8 hours of voice calls and 9 hours of continuous music playback. 

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Reports have revealed the next-generation flagship lineup from Honor will include the Magic 9 Pro Max apart from the Magic 9 and Magic 9 Pro. A new Weibo post has revealed the Pro Max’s variants camera capacities well ahead of the launch, which is expected to take place in October this year in China. Here’s a look at what the latest leak has revealed.

Honor Magic 9 Pro Max camera upgrades tipped

According to tipster Smart Pikachu on Weibo, Honor is working on a new Pro Max variant as part of the Magic 9 series. There is a possibility that this model may replace the previously expected Ultra version, suggesting a shift in naming strategy for the company’s premium devices.

One of the major highlights of the Magic 9 Pro Max is expected to be its dual 200-megapixel camera setup. This includes a primary sensor and a periscope telephoto lens, both aimed at delivering high-resolution imaging and improved zoom capabilities. The device is also tipped to introduce better stabilization to reduce blur and enhance clarity, especially during video recording.

Beyond still photography, Honor is reportedly focusing on refining video performance. The upcoming model is expected to deliver smoother footage, sharper visuals, and improved low-light video quality.

The leak also suggests that Honor may integrate ARRI imaging technology into the Magic 9 Pro Max. This partnership, previously seen on concept devices, could bring enhancements in colour science and video processing, further strengthening the phone’s imaging capabilities.

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Xiaomi has launched a new smart kitchen appliance in China. The company’s latest product is the Xiaomi Mijia Timer Gas Stove 3 Pro, which debuted on the Youpin platform. 

It is priced at 2,299 yuan (~ $338), but a limited-time offer discounts it to 1,899 yuan (~ $279). The stove is designed for natural gas users with a priority on safety, automation, and energy efficiency.

Xiaomi Mijia Timer Gas Stove 3 Pro Specifications 

At the core of the system is a pressure-sensitive titanium alloy probe that monitors pot temperature in real time. If it detects that a pot is overheating or running dry, the system can automatically shut off the gas and extinguish the flame. Xiaomi says this anti-dry-burning feature is available on the right burner.

Both burners also support a built-in timer ranging from 1 to 180 minutes. Once the set time is reached, the stove automatically turns off the gas flow and extinguishes the flame. 

On the performance side, the stove delivers up to 5200W of heat output. Xiaomi claims it supports high-efficiency combustion with up to 70% thermal efficiency and meets new Level 1 energy efficiency standards. The company also estimates that users could save around 1,680 yuan in gas costs over eight years.

The design also focuses on maintenance. The stove uses an anti-fingerprint AG glass panel, removable burner heads, and a detachable pot rack for easier cleaning. It also includes an adjustable chassis, which allows installation without modifying existing kitchen cutouts.

The smart features also extend to the connected home ecosystem. When paired with the Mi Home app and a compatible range hood, the stove can send alerts for abnormal usage, such as flameouts or dry burning. However, Xiaomi notes that compatibility depends on specific models, especially for older range hoods.

There are also a few limitations. The anti-dry-burning system requires direct contact with metal cookware, meaning ceramic, glass, or earthen pots may not work well with this feature.

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Dell Technologies has launched the Dell 15 laptop in India, aimed at users looking for a reliable machine for daily work, study, and communication, with added AI support.

The laptop is powered by Intel Core Ultra processors, with options for the Core Ultra 5 225H and Core Ultra 7 255H. Both operate within a 28W power range and are paired with Intel Arc integrated graphics. There is also a built-in NPU for handling AI tasks like video calls and presentations. A dedicated Copilot key gives quick access to AI features in Windows 11 Home.

It comes with a 15.6-inch Full HD display with a 1920×1080 resolution and 60Hz refresh rate. The screen supports up to 300 nits of brightness, uses a Wide Viewing Angle panel, and has an anti-glare coating. Dell has included ComfortView software to reduce blue light. For calls, the laptop features a 720p HD webcam, dual speakers, a single digital microphone, and AI-based noise reduction.

The Dell 15 uses a lift hinge design that slightly raises the keyboard for a better typing angle and airflow. It includes a full-size keyboard with a numeric keypad, optional backlighting, and a precision touchpad. The body is made from PC+ABS plastic and comes in Carbon Black and Platinum Silver. It measures between 16.96 mm and 18.99 mm in thickness, with dimensions of 358.50 × 235.56 mm, and starts at 1.66 kg.

The laptop offers 8GB or 16GB DDR5 RAM at 5600 MT/s in a single-channel setup. Storage options include 512GB and 1TB SSD using QLC technology. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3. Ports include USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, USB 2.0 Type-A, HDMI 1.4 with 1080p at 60Hz, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

It packs a 41Wh battery with ExpressCharge support, which can reach up to 80% in about an hour. Security features include TPM and an optional fingerprint reader with Windows Hello. Preloaded software includes Dell Optimizer, SupportAssist, Dell Digital Recovery, McAfee, and ComfortView.

Dell has also focused on sustainability, using 30% recycled plastic in parts like the palm rest and bottom cover. The battery uses up to 90% less cobalt, and the packaging is fully recycled or renewable. The laptop is certified with ENERGY STAR and EPEAT Gold with Climate+.

Pricing & availability

The Dell 15 starts at Rs. 69,699 in India and will be sold through Dell’s official website, Dell Exclusive Stores, and other retail outlets. Launch offers include up to Rs. 5,000 cashback on select bank credit card EMIs and no-cost EMI options for up to 12 months.

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Oppo is set to make the Find X9 Ultra official on April 21 — tomorrow — and at this point, there isn’t much left to guess. Thanks to official teasers, certification listings, and a steady flow of leaks, we are already well aware of the Find X9 Ultra in full.

As you might know, it’s a photography-first phone, but it still comes with the usual checklist of flagship features: a large battery, a high-refresh-rate display, and a top-end chipset.

Still, most of the conversation around the device comes back to the camera system. So let’s go through a roundup of the Oppo Find X9 Ultra to understand what it will offer in terms of cameras and other specs.

Cameras

Oppo’s collaboration with Hasselblad isn’t new, but this time it feels more integrated into the actual shooting experience. The company is introducing something called Hasselblad Master Mode 2.0.

The new mode is designed to deliver professional-grade photography with enhanced creative flexibility. This system introduces native film styles (Portra, 800T, TX400, XPAN), supports 16EV high dynamic range, and allows users to save up to 20 custom AI-powered presets. Not to forget, the system also supports RAW MAX and JPEG MAX across multiple focal lengths (14mm, 23mm, 46mm, 70mm, 140mm, 230mm).

As for the hardware, the Find X9 Ultra is expected to feature a quad-camera setup that includes two 200-megapixel sensors — one for the main camera and another for a 3x zoom lens.

Alongside that, there’s a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera and a separate 10x periscope telephoto lens. There’s also mention of a 3.2-megapixel multispectral sensor to help with color accuracy.

Here, the main sensor is said to be the Sony LYT-901, while the ultra-wide uses Sony’s LYT-600. The 3x zoom relies on an OmniVision OV52A sensor, and the 10x periscope uses a Samsung JN-series sensor.

On top of that, Oppo is reportedly working on an optional telephoto extender with 16 glass elements. For most people, the built-in 10x zoom can handle most scenarios, but those who need more reach can opt for the external kit. Oppo claims it can deliver up to 20x “optical-quality” zoom and a maximum of 120x digital zoom.

There’s also a redesigned prism structure in the telephoto system, which is said to improve long-distance shooting. Combined with optical calibration during manufacturing, Oppo seems to be focusing on consistency as much as raw zoom capability.

Design

The design of the Find X9 Ultra makes it clear what the phone is about. The back is dominated by a large circular camera module. Inside the circle are camera sensors arranged in a somewhat asymmetrical layout, sitting within a rounded rectangular island.

The rest of the back panel uses a leather-like texture with a dual-tone finish toward the bottom. It’s a small detail, but it likely helps with grip, especially on a device that weighs around 238 grams.

Color options are expected to include Velvet Sand Canyon (an orange finish), Earth Tundra (brown), and Polar Glacier (white). The top-tier 16GB + 1TB model may also come bundled with a special Hasselblad “Explorer Master Kit.”

There are also a couple of physical additions worth noting. The Find X9 Ultra has a “Quick Button” at the bottom right, which will be useful for shortcuts or quick camera access. Meanwhile, there’s a “Snap Key” at the top left for accessing AI features.

The rest of the flagship checklist

Beyond the camera, the Find X9 Ultra mostly follows the expected formula for a high-end Android phone. It’s likely to feature a 6.78-inch OLED display with a resolution of 3168 x 1440 pixels, along with a 144Hz refresh rate.

Powering the device is the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, paired with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. Configurations are expected to go up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, with satellite connectivity reserved for the top variant.

Keeping everything running is a 7,050mAh battery that is expected to support 100W wired and 50W wireless charging.

Other features include an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor, dual speakers, an IR blaster, and a full set of durability ratings — IP68, IP69, and IP69K. The phone will run ColorOS 16, based on Android 16.

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Huawei is rounding out its latest flagship Pura 90 lineup with the launch of the standard Pura 90. It sits below the Pro and Pro Max in the lineup, but still brings a surprisingly aggressive mix of camera hardware, battery life, and design.

At a glance, the Pura 90 shares the same rounded triangular (or “guitar pick”) camera module seen across the lineup, but the execution is noticeably different.

Instead of the symmetrical triple-camera layout on the Pro Max, the standard Pura 90 goes for an asymmetrical design. It has one large circular camera paired with smaller surrounding sensors. The design makes the base model visually different from the part. 

On the front, you get a 6.8-inch display with a centered pill-shaped punch-hole cutout. Huawei Pura 90 Pro series, in comparison, has a single punch-hole design.

Camera and Battery

Even as the “entry” model in the lineup, Huawei isn’t holding back much on imaging.

The Pura 90 features a 50MP RYYB main camera with OIS and an f/1.8 aperture, paired with a 12.5MP RYYB ultra-wide (f/2.2) and a 50MP periscope telephoto offering 3.7x optical zoom, also with OIS. Like the rest of the series, it includes Huawei’s Red Maple color system for improved color accuracy.

Up front, there’s a 50MP selfie camera, and interestingly, Huawei is adding a Red Maple color camera on the front as well, something that’s not available on the Pro and Pro Max variants.

The Pura 90 packs a 6,500mAh battery, which is actually larger than the 6,000mAh unit found in the Pro Max. It supports 100W fast charging.

Unlike the new Kirin 9030 series, the Pura 90 is powered by the Kirin 9010S processor. Still, Huawei says the performance is about 15 percent better than the previous generation. 

On the software side, the phone runs HarmonyOS 6.1, bringing the same AI-focused experience, visual refresh, and Xiaoyi assistant improvements seen across the rest of the Pura 90 series.

Despite the large battery, the Pura 90 comes in at just 7mm thick. 

Price and availability

The Huawei Pura 90 starts at 4,699 yuan for the 12GB + 256GB model. The 12GB + 512GB version is priced at 5,199 yuan, while the 16GB + 512GB variant comes in at 5,699 yuan.

Huawei Pura 90	Price (CNY)	Approx. Price (USD)
12GB + 256GB	4,699 yuan	~$681
12GB + 512GB	5,199 yuan	~$754
16GB + 512GB	5,699 yuan	~$826

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Power banks are an essential accessory for staying connected on the go. Today’s devices are not just practical but also slim, lightweight, and stylish.

Several brands are designing ultra-thin power banks that combine portability with fast charging to meet the needs of modern users. Here are the top ultra-thin power banks for 2026, featuring fast charging and sleek designs.

Xiaomi UltraThin Magnetic Power Bank

Xiaomi delivers a premium experience with its UltraThin Magnetic Power Bank. The device features a 6mm profile and weighs just 98g, making it one of the lightest power banks on the market. It supports wireless charging up to 15W and wired fast charging up to 22.5W using a USB-C connection.

The device allows users to charge two devices simultaneously, making it versatile for multiple scenarios. Its durable aluminum alloy body and 10-layer safety protections ensure reliability during daily use.

Price: €59.99

Anker Nano Power Bank

Anker focuses on comfort and performance with its Nano Power Bank. The power bank measures only 0.34 inches thick and weighs 4.3 ounces, making it discreet enough for pockets and bags. The device supports 15W MagSafe-compatible wireless charging and 20W USB-C fast charging via a wired connection.

The Anker Nano includes advanced safety features like dual temperature control chips and graphene cooling technology. These features prevent overheating while keeping the device’s temperature under 104 degrees Fahrenheit. Anker also offers the power bank in several premium colors, prioritizing both functionality and style.

Price: $59.99

Baseus PicoGo Ultra-Slim Magnetic Power Bank

Baseus has created an incredibly compact device with its PicoGo Magnetic Power Bank. At just 0.3 inches thick and weighing 3.8 ounces, the power bank is light enough to fit into a wallet or pocket. It has a capacity of 5,000mAh and supports both 15W magnetic wireless charging and 20W USB-C fast charging.

The device includes a heat dissipation system and a liquid silicone finish for better grip and temperature management. Baseus adds nine layers of safety protection, ensuring secure and reliable performance.

Price: $32.99

Baseus Card Magnetic Air Power Bank

Baseus offers a more advanced option with its Card Magnetic Air Power Bank. This device features a 6.9mm aluminum unibody and weighs only a few ounces, maintaining portability without compromising performance. The power bank supports 15W magnetic wireless charging and 22.5W wired fast charging, appealing to both iPhone and Android users.

The Card Magnetic Air includes additional features like NFC battery status tracking and AI-based power optimization. Baseus uses a glacier cooling matrix and graphene materials to improve heat dissipation and ensure safe charging.

This is available in the Chinese market now and might land in the global market soon.

Price: $44

Ugreen MagFlow Air

Ugreen combines sleekness and solid performance with its MagFlow Air. The power bank measures 8.6mm thick and weighs 127g, making it ideal for travel or everyday use. It supports Qi2-certified wireless charging up to 15W and offers 20W USB-C fast charging for wired devices.

The MagFlow Air uses strong magnets to hold devices securely in place during wireless charging. Its silicone finish prevents scratches and enhances comfort during use. Ugreen adds comprehensive safety measures to protect against overheating and power surges.

Price: $59.99

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Alongside the wide, book-style Pura X Max, Huawei also unveiled its more conventional flagships, the Pura 90 Pro and Pura 90 Pro Max today. The latter is the top-of-the-line model this generation, as there will be no Ultra variant. 

Starting with the display, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro features a 6.6-inch display, while the Pro Max stretches that to 6.9 inches. Both have a single punch-hole cutout.

Huawei is still trying to make things visually distinct. The Pro Max adopts what it calls an “emotional color aesthetic,” which has an industry-first dual-color gradient metal frame and a glowing borderless theme. It comes in Orange Ocean, Emerald Lake, Sunset Purple, Dawn Gold, and Obsidian Black.

The standard Pro tones things down slightly with Pink Guava, Orange Soda, Coconut White, and Mulberry Black.

Cameras

As for the camera, the Pura 90 Pro Max leads with a 50MP RYYB main sensor (1/1.28-inch) with OIS, paired with LOFIC tech and a variable aperture ranging from f/1.4 to f/4.0. Huawei claims it offers up to 16 times greater dynamic range than the iPhone 17 Pro Max, alongside significantly improved highlight and shadow detail.

It’s backed by a 40MP RYYB ultra-wide camera and a 200MP RYYB periscope telephoto (also 1/1.28-inch), offering 4x optical zoom and up to 8x “optical-quality” zoom. Huawei says the telephoto system pulls in up to five times more light than the iPhone 17 Pro Max, thanks in part to what it calls an industry-first three-in-one super concentrating prism. It is also rated for CIPA 7.0 stabilization.

The standard Pura 90 Pro dials things back slightly but keeps the same core philosophy. It uses a 50MP RYYB main sensor (1/1.28-inch) with OIS and the same variable aperture setup (f/1.4–f/4.0), paired with a 12.5MP RYYB ultra-wide (13mm) and a 50MP periscope telephoto with 4x optical zoom and up to 8x optical-quality zoom.

Both phones fall under Huawei’s XMAGE branding and have a Red Maplee multispectral lens. The two also have features like 3D dynamic photos, portrait enhancements, and AI-assisted shooting tools.

Kirin 9030S and AI everywhere

Unlike the Kirin 9030 Pro on the Pura X Max foldable, both devices have the Kirin 9030S processor. The company claims a 200 percent improvement in NPU image understanding, along with gains in AI ISP color processing, telephoto video clarity, and stabilization accuracy.

On the software side, both phones run HarmonyOS 6.1. And AI is a major part of the pitch. Such features include AI pose recommendations, AI-assisted composition, portrait retouching, and one-click photo creation. The Xiaoyi assistant also gets upgrades like real-time pointing recognition and voiceprint detection.

The Pro Max also has Huawei’s Kunlun glass protection, which the company says reduces reflections by 70 percent while significantly improving scratch resistance (up to 16 times) and drop resistance (up to 25 percent).

There’s also support for long-distance voice enhancement, extending usable voice pickup up to 10 meters.

Price and availability

The Pura 90 Pro starts at 5,499 yuan for the 12GB + 256GB model, while the higher-tier (16GB + 1TB) model costs 7,499 yuan. The Pura 90 Pro Max starts at 6,499 yuan and tops out at 8,499 yuan for the 16GB + 1TB model.

Pura 90 Pro

Variant	Price (CNY)	Price (USD)
12GB + 256GB	¥5,499	$824.85
12GB + 512GB	¥5,999	$899.85
16GB + 512GB	¥6,499	$974.85
16GB + 1TB	¥7,499	$1,124.85

Pura 90 Pro Max

Variant	Price (CNY)	Price (USD)
12GB + 256GB	¥6,499	$974.85
12GB + 512GB	¥6,999	$1,049.85
16GB + 512GB	¥7,499	$1,124.85
16GB + 1TB	¥8,499	$1,274.85

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TECNO has launched the TECNO POP X 5G in India, adding a new option in the budget 5G segment. The phone focuses on battery life, durability, and connectivity, with a few features aimed at areas with weak or no network coverage. Notably, the brand had also released a 4G variant with the same name in India just last month.

The device is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 processor built on a 6nm process. It includes two Cortex-A76 cores clocked at 2.5GHz and six Cortex-A55 cores at 2GHz, along with a Mali-G57 MC2 GPU. It comes in 4GB and 6GB LPDDR4x RAM options, both paired with 128GB UFS 2.2 storage. Storage can be expanded up to 2TB using a microSD card. The phone runs Android 16 with HiOS 16 on top.

Up front, the POP X 5G has a 6.78-inch HD+ display with a resolution of 720 x 1576 pixels. It supports a 120Hz refresh rate and a 240Hz touch sampling rate, with brightness going up to 560 nits. The rear camera is a 13MP unit with an LED flash, while the front camera is 8MP with an f/2.0 aperture.

Battery is a key highlight here. The phone packs a 6500mAh battery with support for 45W fast charging. It measures 167.9 x 79.3 x 8.18mm and weighs 210g. The build includes a 6-series aluminum camera module, and the device is drop tested. It also comes with an IP64 rating for dust and splash resistance. Other hardware features include a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

On the connectivity side, the phone supports 5G SA and NSA bands, including n1, n3, n5, n8, n28B, n38, n40, n41, n48, n77, and n78. It also supports 4×4 MIMO, carrier aggregation, dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi ac (2.4GHz and 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.3, and multiple navigation systems including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and QZSS.

One standout feature is FreeLink Communication. It allows users to make calls, send texts, and share files directly with nearby devices without a mobile network, up to 1.5 km in open areas.

Pricing & availability

The TECNO POP X 5G is priced at Rs. 15,999 for the 4GB + 128GB version and Rs. 17,999 for the 6GB + 128GB model. It will be available on Amazon India starting April 24.

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Apple has long been rumored to launch a wide foldable iPhone, but Huawei just beat it to the punch with the first wide, book-style foldable. As scheduled, the company today announced the Pura X Max alongside the new Pura 90 series.

The Pura X Max shifts away from the now-familiar tall foldable design and instead focuses on a wider, more paper-like aspect ratio. Both the inner and outer displays follow a √2:1 aspect ratio, which Huawei says is intended to create a more consistent viewing experience across screens.

On the outside, you get a 5.4-inch display that pushes up to 3500 nits of peak brightness and supports a 1–120Hz LTPO adaptive refresh rate. Open it up, and there’s a 7.7-inch inner screen with similar adaptive refresh capabilities, though brightness tops out slightly lower at 3000 nits.

Design-wise, the phone has what it calls a geometric aesthetic, with a ceramic bezel around the camera module that’s meant to give it a more polished look. It comes in five colors: Midnight Black, Zero White, Interstellar Blue, Olive Gold, and Vibrant Orange.

AI, imaging, and a lot of Huawei-specific software

Like most recent launches, AI is a big part of the pitch. The Pura X Max runs HarmonyOS 6.1 and introduces an upgraded Xiaoyi Smart Brain along with what Huawei calls a companion AI system. This system integrates with apps like Amap, Zhihu, Didi, Baidu Maps, and DingTalk, aiming to make the assistant more useful across everyday tasks.

There’s also a long list of AI-driven features, including Xiaoyi Help, Time Machine, AI note-taking, and photo editing tools. 

On the hardware side, the Pura X Max includes a 50MP main camera, a 50MP periscope telephoto lens, a second-generation color sensor, and a 12.5MP ultra-wide camera. Huawei is branding this setup as part of its XMAGE system, with support for portrait enhancements and 3D dynamic photos.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the Kirin 9030 Pro chip and runs HarmonyOS. Huawei also says the phone supports real-time ray tracing.

The foldable mechanism itself has been updated as well. Huawei is using a new basalt waterdrop hinge that reportedly increases screen space by 16% and improves drop resistance by 33%. The inner display is protected by a multi-layer structure that includes UTG glass and additional support layers.

There are also some accessories and extras. Huawei introduced the M-Pen 3 Mini stylus, which supports air gestures, includes a microphone, and can trigger the Xiaoyi assistant.

Price and Availability

The lineup is split into two tiers. The standard edition includes a 12GB + 256GB model at 10,999 yuan and a 12GB + 512GB variant at 11,999 yuan. The collector’s edition pushes things further with 16GB + 512GB at 12,999 yuan and a 16GB + 1TB option at 13,999 yuan. 

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Samsung’s flagship phones are once again in the spotlight for a familiar issue. Reports of the green line display problem are popping up again, and this time, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is part of the conversation.

The issue showed up earlier on devices like the Galaxy S21 Ultra, Galaxy S21 FE, Galaxy S22 Ultra, the S23 series, and even the Galaxy Z Fold 4. The pattern has been fairly consistent. A thin vertical line appears on the display, usually without any visible damage or clear trigger.

In the recent Galaxy S26 Ultra case, a few users on X have shared posts showing a fairly thick green line on the display. The posts have also sparked some confusion, with a few people calling them “edited” or “fake”.

That said, the video looks legitimate on closer inspection. And given the history of similar issues across older models, it doesn’t feel entirely out of place.

Still, there aren’t many reports yet. A handful of posts across X and Reddit, and not much detail beyond that. So it’s hard to say how widespread this is, or what might be causing it.

For now, it’s something Samsung will likely need to look into further, especially if more cases start to show up. The company has acknowledged it in the past for certain models and, in many cases, has offered free display replacements, as long as there’s no sign of physical damage.

If you run into this, the usual advice is to head to an authorized service center first. They’ll check the device and, if it qualifies, approve a screen replacement. If not, some users suggest asking for a job sheet and escalating the issue through official support channels or the Samsung Members app.

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Toshiba has announced a new television lineup in India with a focus on improved visuals, sound, and gaming performance. The Z670SP series marks the brand’s entry into the mini LED segment in the country, bringing multiple screen size options and updated processing features.

Toshiba Z670SP mini LED TV series key features

The Toshiba Z670SP series is available in 55-inch, 65-inch, 75-inch, 85-inch, and 100-inch sizes, catering to a wide range of users. A key highlight is the native 144Hz refresh rate panel, which aims to deliver smoother motion, especially for sports and gaming content. The TVs are also equipped with REGZA Intelligence, an AI-driven system that adjusts picture and audio settings in real time based on what is being viewed.

For visuals, the series relies on mini LED backlighting combined with QLED colour technology, helping improve brightness control, contrast, and color output. The REGZA Engine ZRi powers image processing tasks such as upscaling and clarity enhancement, ensuring consistent performance across different types of content. Support for Dolby Vision further enhances HDR playback with better detail in both bright and dark scenes.

Audio is another area of focus, with front-firing speakers designed to direct sound towards the viewer. This setup works alongside REGZA Power Audio+ and Eilex Prism technology to maintain balanced and clear output. Dolby Atmos support adds a more immersive sound experience. The TVs also include Game Mode Pro, which reduces input lag and improves responsiveness for connected consoles and gaming setups.

Toshiba Z670SP mini LED TV series price and availability

The Toshiba Z670SP series starts at Rs 64,990 (~$700) and will be available through Reliance Digital, Amazon India, and Flipkart, along with offline retail outlets. Buyers can also avail launch offers such as cashback of up to Rs 10,000, zero down payment options, and a two-year comprehensive warranty. For those who don’t know, Toshiba TVs in India are manufactured, sold, and supported by Hisense India Pvt Ltd.

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The OnePlus Nord CE 6 series is set to make its debut in India on May 7, bringing a renewed focus on performance, endurance, and durability. The lineup includes the Nord CE 6 and marks the return of the Lite variant after a gap of one year. Here’s a look at the officially details of the CE 6 series confirmed by the brand.

OnePlus Nord CE 6 series key details confirmed

The OnePlus Nord CE 6 is designed as an all-round performer, combining a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset with a dedicated Touch Reflex chip. This dual-chip setup aims to deliver stable performance across daily tasks as well as demanding gaming scenarios. It supports up to 144fps gameplay in select titles, along with a high touch sampling rate of 3200Hz for quicker response.

To further improve gaming control, the device includes a 6-axis gyroscope that enables more accurate motion input. Thermal management is handled by a large vapour chamber cooling system with an area exceeding 33,000 mm², helping maintain consistent performance during longer sessions. On the durability front, the device comes with IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings, along with MIL-STD-810H certification, indicating strong resistance to environmental stress.

The Nord CE 6 features a 6.78-inch display with 1.5K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate, offering smooth visuals for both gaming and media consumption. A key highlight is its ,8000mAh battery, paired with 80W fast charging, which is claimed to deliver over two days of usage on a single charge. It also supports bypass charging to reduce heat and 27W reverse wired charging for added convenience.

Alongside it, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite returns with confirmed upgrades including a 144Hz display, Dimensity 7400 Apex chipset, and a 7,000mAh battery, positioning it as a strong option in the more accessible segment. In terms of design, the Nord CE6 will be available in Fresh Blue, Lunar Pearl, and Pitch Black, while the Lite model comes in Vivid Mint and Hyper Black.

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Just ahead of the global debut of the Find X9 Ultra, the company has shared more details about its updated Hasselblad partnership, and there are some noticeable changes.

A big part of that is Hasselblad Master Mode 2.0, which looks like a step up in terms of flexibility. It now supports both RAW MAX and JPG MAX, and works across multiple focal lengths, from 14mm all the way to 230mm. That should make it easier to shoot different kinds of scenes. Oppo is also talking about a 16EV dynamic range, which, at least on paper, should help with tricky lighting.

There’s also a bit more focus on the “look” of photos this time. The phone includes Hasselblad-inspired film styles, with names like Portra, 800T, and TX400. These are available directly in the camera app, so you don’t have to rely on editing later. There’s even an XPAN-style wide format mode, which is a bit niche, but interesting.

For those who like more control, manual adjustments are still there, along with AI-based presets that can save custom settings. Oppo says you can store up to 20 of these, which could be useful if you tend to shoot in similar conditions.

On the hardware side, the setup is just as ambitious. The Find X9 Ultra is expected to feature a quad-camera system, including a 200MP main sensor, another 200MP sensor for 3x zoom, a 10x periscope lens, and a 50MP ultra-wide. It’s a lot on paper, and clearly aimed at people who care about zoom and versatility.

The official launch is set for April 21, so we won’t have to wait long to see how all of this comes together in real use.

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Google is reportedly preparing to launch a new fitness wearable called the Google Fitbit Air. The device is expected to be a screenless fitness tracker designed for users who prefer a simple and distraction-free experience. The “Air” branding suggests a lightweight and comfortable design that can be worn all day without feeling bulky.

Early Sightings and Teasers

The device first appeared in teasers from late March 2026, but it gained wider attention after NBA star Stephen Curry was spotted wearing it for months. In early teaser content, only Google’s “G” logo was visible instead of Fitbit branding. This hints at a shift in how Google is presenting its wearable products.

Google’s Big Health Rebranding

Alongside the new device, Google is expected to rework its health ecosystem. Fitbit Premium may be renamed to Google Health, while the Personal Health Coach service could become Google Health Coach. This signals a move toward bringing all health services under the Google brand, with Fitbit focusing more on hardware.

Focus on Fitness and Competition

The Fitbit Air is likely to compete with screenless fitness trackers like WHOOP. These devices focus on continuous health tracking without a display, making them popular among athletes and fitness-focused users who want deeper insights without distractions.

Expected Launch Timeline

There is no confirmed launch date yet, but the announcement is expected soon. Reports suggest it could debut at Google I/O in the coming weeks, marking a major step in Google’s wearable strategy.

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The push toward smaller and more advanced chips isn’t slowing down anytime soon. A new report suggests TSMC is already looking beyond 2nm, with early plans for sub-1nm manufacturing starting to take shape.

According to DigiTimes, the company is targeting trial production of sub-1nm chips around 2029. Before that, TSMC is expected to bring its 1.4nm process (A14) into mass production in 2028. That node alone is said to offer noticeable gains in both performance and efficiency, reportedly in the range of 30 percent.

The sub-1nm phase, at least initially, won’t be large-scale. The report mentions a starting output of around 5,000 wafers per month, which suggests this will begin more as a testing ground than full production.

To support all this, TSMC is expected to rely on its facilities in Tainan, including the A10 fab and related plants. The timing lines up with increasing demand from areas like AI and high-performance computing, where even small efficiency gains can make a difference.

Apple is likely to be part of that early wave, as usual. The company has consistently been first in line for TSMC’s newest nodes, partly because of the scale it operates at. If things stay on track, it’s possible we could see sub-1nm chips in future MacBooks toward the end of the decade.

That said, there are still quite a few hurdles. TSMC first needs to stabilize its upcoming 1.6nm and 1.4nm processes, and moving below 1nm brings additional challenges around yields, EUV lithography, and heat. None of this is straightforward.

So while the roadmap looks ambitious, it’s still early. Plans at this stage tend to shift, especially when the technology involved is this complex.

Still, if TSMC manages to get there on time, it could be a fairly big step forward. Smaller nodes don’t just mean faster chips, they also help with efficiency, which matters just as much now.

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Huawei has introduced the Watch Buds 2, bringing back its unique smartwatch with built-in earbuds concept. The successor to the original Watch Buds, which debuted back in 2022, has arrived with a refined design and adds improvements across display, health tracking, and overall usability, hinting at a more practical everyday wearable. Starting today, the unique smartwatch is available for purchase in China.

Huawei Watch Buds 2 price and availability

The Huawei Watch Buds 2 is priced at 3,488 Yuan (~$510) for the fluororubber strap variants, while the titanium strap version costs 3,988 Yuan (~$585). The device is currently available for pre-order in China, with official sales now underway.

Huawei Watch Buds 2 specifications and features

The Huawei Watch Buds 2 features a 1.5-inch OLED display with a 466 x 466 resolution and a peak brightness of 3000 nits. The panel is protected by second-generation Kunlun glass, and the slimmer bezels improve the screen-to-body ratio. The watch measures 47 x 47 x 14.69mm and weighs around 54.5g, making it lighter than its predecessor.

The body is built using aerospace-grade titanium alloy, which improves durability while keeping the weight in check. It is available in Amber Brown, Obsidian Black, and Titanium Silver finishes. The smartwatch also supports a wide range of health tracking features including sleep monitoring, emotional wellbeing insights, all-day HRV tracking, heart rhythm irregularity alerts, and sleep apnea detection. It also includes research-based high blood sugar risk assessment and supports over 90 sports modes.

One of the key highlights remains the integrated earbuds. Each earbud weighs about 4g and supports adaptive left-right recognition, allowing flexible usage. Features include active noise cancellation, transparency mode, and a bone conduction microphone for clearer voice pickup. The earbuds can be charged by placing them back into the watch case, regardless of orientation.

The device also supports NFC, multiple satellite positioning systems including BeiDou, GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo, along with digital car key functionality. It packs a 410mAh battery, offering up to three days of overall usage. The earbuds deliver up to 3 hours of playback with noise cancellation enabled and up to 4 hours without it.

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Earlier this month, OnePlus unveiled the OnePlus Nord 6 equipped with the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip. This phone debuted as a tweaked version of the OnePlus Turbo 6, which launched earlier this year in China.

Now, in a new development, the alleged Nord CE 6 has appeared in Geekbench’s database with a Snapdragon 7-series chip. This suggests that it could be based on the OnePlus Turbo 6V, which is already available in the Chinese market.

OnePlus Nord CE 6 Geekbench listing

As seen above, an upcoming OnePlus handset with model number CPH2805 has surfaced in Geekbench’s database. The CPU and GPU details mentioned in the listing suggest that it could be powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4.

The inclusion of this chip suggests that this device could be the upcoming OnePlus Nord CE 6. The listing further reveals that it is equipped with 8GB of RAM and Android 16. Its single-core and multi-core scores are 1,101 and 3,117 points, respectively.

To recall, the CPH2805 device was spotted back in December last year in a report by AndroidHeadlines. Subsequent reports suggested that it will be a global version of China’s OnePlus Turbo 6V.

The OnePlus Nord CE 6 is expected to feature a 6.8-inch flat OLED panel delivering a 1.5K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. The Snapdragon 7s Gen 4-powered device is expected to offer 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.

Like the Nord 6, the CE variant may pack a huge 9,000mAh battery and support 80W fast charging. For photography, it may feature a 32-megapixel front camera, while the rear camera setup may include a 50-megapixel primary camera and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens. It is expected to run on OxygenOS 16 based on Android 16.

As per a recent report, the Nord CE 6 and Nord CE 6 Lite may launch in May in India. As for the Lite model, it was reportedly spotted with the Dimensity 7400 chip on Geekbench last week.

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Huawei has introduced the Vision Smart Screen S7 Pro in China, expanding its portfolio of large-screen smart devices. The new model focuses on display quality, smart features, and family-centric usage, positioning itself as more than just a conventional television.

Huawei Vision Smart Screen S7 Pro key features

The Huawei Vision Smart Screen S7 Pro is available in 65-inch, 75-inch, 85-inch, and 98-inch sizes, all featuring a 4K resolution panel with Mini LED backlighting. The screen supports a 144Hz refresh rate with motion enhancement up to 288Hz, along with peak brightness reaching 2000 nits. Huawei has also added a special anti-reflective layer to improve visibility in bright environments, making it more suitable for living rooms with natural light.

The panel covers 100 percent DCI-P3 colour gamut and offers a contrast ratio of 5000:1. It runs on HarmonyOS 4.3 and comes with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. For audio, the setup includes a 2.1 channel system with a total output of 130W, combining full-range drivers, tweeters, and a dedicated subwoofer.

The device also integrates AI-powered features through a built-in camera, enabling functions like posture detection and distance alerts, especially useful for children. It further supports stylus input, allowing users to write or draw directly on the screen, adding versatility for education and work scenarios.

Huawei Vision Smart Screen S7 Pro price and availablity

The Huawei Vision Smart Screen S7 Pro starts at 7999 yuan (around $1100) for the 65-inch model, while the 75-inch variant is priced at 10999 yuan (around $1500). The 85-inch version costs 12999 yuan (around $1800), and the 98-inch model goes up to 18999 yuan (around $2600).

The smart screen is currently available in China through official channels and retail stores. There is no information yet regarding its global availability.

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Xiaomi has announced a new Mijia central air conditioning solution in China. The product focuses on comfort, efficiency, and intelligent airflow, setting the stage for a more connected cooling experience. Continue reading to know more about Xiaomi’s new air conditioner.

Focus on airflow innovation and energy efficiency

The newly launched Xiaomi Mijia central air conditioner features a dual air-outlet design that separates cooling and heating airflow paths. This approach is aimed at delivering more balanced temperature control across indoor spaces. The system is rated with a high energy efficiency score of APF 4.62, placing it in the top tier for energy-saving performance.

The internal and external units feature upgraded heat exchange systems, including a triple-row indoor unit and a dual-row outdoor setup made of copper components. This increases heat exchange efficiency by around 15 percent, which can contribute to faster cooling and better overall performance. The system also supports a wide airflow volume, making it suitable for larger rooms or open layouts.

One of the key highlights is the human-sensing airflow technology. The system can detect presence and adjust airflow accordingly, such as directing air towards occupants, avoiding direct airflow, or switching to energy-saving mode when no one is present. This adds a layer of comfort while also improving power efficiency.

The air conditioner integrates with Xiaomi’s smart ecosystem, allowing control through voice commands, mobile apps, and even remote activation from a car. It also supports OTA updates, which means features can be improved over time. Optional accessories such as a smart air management panel and health-focused modules can further enhance the indoor environment.

In terms of durability, Xiaomi is offering a long-term warranty, which indicates confidence in the product’s reliability. The pricing in China is set at 8999 Yuan (~$1,320), making it relatively competitive for a central air conditioning solution in this category. At present, there is no clarity whether this device will make it to the global market.

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Reliable tipster Digital Chat Station has been gradually leaking details about the next-generation Xiaomi 18 series, which is initially expected to include three models: Xiaomi 18, 18 Pro, and 18 Pro Max. Today, the tipster rolled out a Weibo post to confirm the display details and the chipset of the device.

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max display, chipset details emerge

According to the tipster, an upcoming flagship smartphone powered by Qualcomm’s next-generation SM8975 chip, expected to be marketed as the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro. While he did not specify the name of the device, it appears that it could be the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max. The device is said to feature a large flat display of around 6.9 inches, allowing more space for advanced internal hardware.

The prototype is also tipped to include upgraded components, such as a symmetrical dual-speaker setup and a large x-axis linear motor aimed at delivering stronger and more refined haptic feedback. Early engineering units reportedly offer improved vibration response, pointing to a better overall tactile experience.

With a combination of a large display, next-generation chipset, and enhanced hardware, the device is expected to position itself as a versatile large-screen imaging flagship, catering to users looking for both performance and camera capabilities.

Earlier this month, the tipster revealed that the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max will continue to feature a rear display like its predecessor. This time it will be powered by AI and is expected to be more versatile than before.

The tipster previously revealed that the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max prototype features a 200-megapixel 1/1.28-inch main sensor with improved efficiency and thermal control. It is also tipped to support LOFIC HDR 3.0 and enhanced low-light performance. The periscope telephoto camera could match this with a 200-megapixel sensor, enabling versatile high-end photography. For ultra-wide sensor, it may feature a 50-megapixel camera.

The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is also said to house a massive 8,500mAh battery with 100W wired charging support. Likely, it will also offer 50W wireless charging. Being a next-generation model, it is expected to ship with the HyperOS 4-based Android 17. As far as launch is concerned, the Xiaomi 18 lineup is expected to break cover in September this year.

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Today, OnePlus confirmed that the Ace 6 Ultra, a gaming-focused flagship phone, will debut in China on April 28. Alongside the smartphone, the brand has also unveiled a dedicated controller, pointing towards a more immersive mobile gaming experience. Here is a closer look at how it aims to elevate gameplay on the Ace 6 Ultra.

OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra gaming controller

OnePlus is positioning the Ace 6 Ultra and its companion gaming controller as a combined system designed specifically for shooter games. When used independently, the smartphone functions like a regular high-performance device. However, once attached to the controller, it transforms into a handheld console-like setup aimed at improving precision and comfort.

A key highlight of this setup is the addition of four physical buttons, enabling players to move beyond standard two-finger controls. This hybrid input system blends touch gestures with physical triggers, allowing more complex actions such as aiming, firing, and movement to happen simultaneously with better coordination.

The controller is said to support a 1000Hz polling rate with extremely low latency response, which should translate into quicker in-game reactions. OnePlus is also focusing on making advanced multi-finger gameplay more accessible, helping casual players gradually improve their control techniques.

On the hardware side, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is expected to feature the Dimensity 9500 chipset, paired with a 6.83-inch OLED 1.5K 165Hz display that supports highly responsive touch input. The device is also tipped to include a large 8,600mAh battery, suggesting a strong emphasis on extended gaming sessions without frequent charging.

The previous-generation OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra flagships have remained exclusive to the Chinese market.

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Chuwi has introduced the AuBox X mini PC, a compact system designed for professionals, developers, and home users. The device is powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra 7 256V (Series 2) processor and is now available globally for a launch price of $759. The regular retail price is set at $929.

Chuwi AuBox X Mini PC Specifications

The AuBox X features an 8-core, 8-thread processor with a maximum turbo frequency of 4.8GHz and Intel’s AI Boost NPU, which delivers up to 47 TOPS of performance. This allows the mini PC to handle advanced local AI tasks like language model integration, image generation, and automation with minimal latency, ensuring data privacy and high-speed processing.

The mini PC features 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM at 8533 MT/s, a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, and two M.2 slots for expandable storage, including one that supports PCIe 5.0 for upgrade flexibility.

Chuwi includes Intel Arc 140V graphics, which rival the performance of an Nvidia RTX 3050. The integrated GPU works well for 4K video playback, light gaming, and graphic rendering. The included USB4 port also supports external GPUs, enabling users to scale performance for AAA gaming or professional 3D rendering.

The AuBox X supports up to three displays at once. It offers output for 8K@60Hz or 4K@144Hz via HDMI 2.1, DP 1.4, and USB4. The system supports advanced connectivity with Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, and dual 2.5Gb Ethernet ports.

The AuBox X mini PC features a compact design (580g, 128.4mm x 128.4mm x 40.5mm), making it ideal for tight spaces or desks. It excels at multitasking and creative workflows, includes Windows 11 Pro, and offers Windows Copilot+ AI for boosted productivity and advanced tools for creators.

In related news, Dell has recently introduced the Pro 5 Micro Mini PC powered by Intel Panther Lake CPUs with support for up to 64GB DDR5 RAM, while Minisforum has unveiled the Elite M1 Lite Mini PC featuring an Intel Core Ultra 5 125U processor and up to 96GB DDR5 RAM.

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HP has brought a new HyperX Omen 15 gaming laptop to India, now powered by an AMD Ryzen 200 series processor. This comes a few months after the company introduced an Intel Core i7-14650HX variant of the same lineup.

At the core is the AMD Ryzen 7 260 chip, which goes up to 5.1 GHz boost clock and comes with 8 cores and 16 threads, along with 16MB L3 cache. The system is paired with 24GB DDR5 RAM clocked at 5600 MT/s and 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD storage. It runs Windows 11 Home out of the box and includes Microsoft Office 2024, a one-year Microsoft 365 Basic plan, and a two-month Xbox Game Pass offer.

The laptop features a 15.3-inch IPS anti-glare display with a 2.5K resolution. It supports a 180Hz refresh rate and a 3ms response time. Other display details include 500 nits brightness, 100 percent sRGB coverage, a 16:10 aspect ratio, Low Blue Light support, and slim micro-edge bezels.

For graphics, HP has used an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 GPU with 8GB of GDDR7 memory. The cooling is handled by the OMEN Tempest Cooling system, designed to keep temperatures in check during long gaming sessions. There is also an OMEN Unleashed Mode that allows users to push performance beyond standard settings.

The keyboard comes with a HyperAction 8000Hz polling rate, which is aimed at reducing input delay. RGB lighting can be customised, and users can tweak performance or boost FPS through the OMEN Gaming Hub and OMEN AI tools.

In terms of ports, the laptop includes two USB Type-A ports, one USB Type-C port, HDMI, RJ-45 Ethernet, HP Sleep and Charge, and a headphone and microphone combo jack. It also gets DTS:X Ultra dual speakers and a 1080p camera with HDR auto switch, temporal noise reduction, and dual array microphones.

The 70Wh battery supports fast charging, with up to 50 percent charge in around 30 minutes using the bundled 150W adapter.

Pricing & offers

The laptop is priced at Rs 1,49,990. With bank discounts of up to Rs 20,250 and exchange offers up to Rs 30,000, the effective price can drop to Rs 99,990. HP is also bundling HyperX gaming accessories worth Rs 17,000, including a Cloud III wired headset and a Pulsefire Haste 2 mouse. It is available on Amazon.

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The iPhone 16 Pro is no longer part of Apple’s official lineup after the launch of the iPhone 17 series in September 2025. However, it remains a strong contender in the market, especially for those looking for premium features at a reduced price. Retailers and third-party sellers continue to drive demand for this flagship device, which boasts a titanium build, ProMotion display, and optical zoom.

This breakdown covers its current pricing, trade-in values, and how it compares to the newer iPhone 17 base model.

How Much Does the iPhone 16 Pro Cost in 2026?

The iPhone 16 Pro’s pricing has dropped significantly since its original launch at $999. As of April 2026, the 128GB model starts at $600 to $800, depending on the retailer and whether it is a new or renewed premium model.

Higher storage models, like the 512GB variant, are seeing substantial price cuts and can often be found retailing around $819 on platforms like Amazon. The top-tier 1TB Titanium model, which still appeals to power users, is available for approximately $850-$900.

What’s the Trade-In Value of the iPhone 16 Pro?

The iPhone 16 Pro continues to hold respectable trade-in value, providing multiple options for users planning to upgrade to the iPhone 17 series.

Apple’s Trade-In Program offers up to $550 in direct credit, which can be applied toward newer Apple products. US carriers like Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile are offering trade-in credits between $800 and $1,000 on eligible unlimited plans. Trade-in sites such as Swappa and Gazelle provide cash offers ranging from $450 to $600, depending on the phone’s condition.

Carrier promotions deliver the highest trade-in value, especially for customers who plan to upgrade their devices alongside their phone plans.

iPhone 16 Pro vs iPhone 17: Which Should You Choose?

The iPhone 17 introduces upgraded performance and internal hardware, but the iPhone 16 Pro maintains an edge in hardware materials and photography features. Pricing plays a significant role in this decision, with the iPhone 17 starting at $799 for the base model, while the iPhone 16 Pro can now be found starting at $600 to $800 for the 128GB variant.

The iPhone 16 Pro features a durable and premium titanium frame, while the iPhone 17 uses lighter aluminum. The two models differ significantly in their camera systems. The iPhone 16 Pro’s 12MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom remains unmatched in the iPhone 17 base model. The iPhone 17 lacks a dedicated telephoto lens and relies solely on 2x optical zoom, making it less ideal for photography enthusiasts.

However, the iPhone 17 delivers better overall performance. Its A19 processor and 12GB of RAM outperform the iPhone 16 Pro’s A18 Pro chip and 8GB of RAM. This makes the 17 a solid choice for users focused on future-proofing and getting the most out of their phone in terms of speed and multitasking.

But overall, the iPhone 16 Pro will still outperform the base iPhone 17 due to its superior camera system, making it an obviously better deal compared to the iPhone 17.

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Samsung sticks to a 5,000mAh battery on the Galaxy S26 Ultra and avoids Silicon Carbon technology’s adoption, but the Galaxy S27 Ultra may flip the script.

The industry has been obsessed with capacity numbers for too long. Bigger cells, thicker phones, yet marginal gains. Silicon Carbon changes that dynamic; it shifts the focus to energy density, efficiency, and smarter packaging.

Engineering documents suggest Samsung SDI has been actively testing Silicon Carbon based cells. The data points referenced include stack thickness targets, dual cell configurations, and cycle failure logs, via schrodingerintel.

One leaked configuration outlines a dual cell system combining a roughly 6,800mAh unit with a secondary 5,200mAh cell, both fitting within a sub 9.3mm stack.

Meanwhile, prototype Silicon Carbon cells are reportedly failing at around 960 charge cycles. That is well below Samsung’s commercial target of 1,500 cycles.

Teams are said to be iterating on separator materials, revising stacking architecture, and tuning battery management algorithms to stabilize degradation.

Around the Galaxy S26 launch window, Samsung’s own R&D leadership reportedly acknowledged internally that the company is behind on battery innovation.

If these targets are met, the Galaxy S27 Ultra is shaping up as the logical deployment model. Post Note 7, Samsung does not gamble on batteries, but the equation is now different.

If Samsung clears the 1,500 cycle barrier and locks down thermal stability, the Galaxy S27 Ultra will not just be another spec bump; it will represent the pivot.

Samsung has recently launched the Galaxy S26 series and the S27 lineup may arrive sometime in February 2027. The information is based on rumors swirling in supply chain, which can’t be considered final for the device.

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On April 20, during a high-profile luncheon hosted by Narendra Modi, Samsung chief Lee Jae-yong pulled out a Galaxy Z Flip 7 and captured a selfie with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung and the Indian Prime Minister.

This was not just another diplomatic photo-op. The device in Chairman Lee’s hand was a Galaxy Z Flip 7 produced in Samsung’s Noida facility. Samsung has been building (not just assembling) phones in India since 1996.

The product itself fits the narrative.

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 is not just another Samsung smartphone. It is Samsung’s statement category. Foldables are where the company still leads, still pushes boundaries, still defines the conversation while others chase.

President Lee Jae-myung has had a complicated relationship with smartphones in public optics. Not long ago, he drew heat back home after using a Xiaomi phone, reportedly a gift from Xi Jinping, for a selfie.

It sparked criticism, questions, and a broader debate about national tech pride. He course-corrected fast: his recent selfie diplomacy with Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni signaled a shift to prioritizing Samsung.

4/20(월) 이재명 대통령 인도 국빈방문 계기에 개최된 모디 총리 주최 오찬에 참석한 이재용 회장은 이재명 대통령 및 모디 총리와 함께 셀카를 찍었다. 이회장은 인도 노이다 공장에서 생산한 플립7으로 셀카를 촬영하였다.
삼성은 96년부터 노이다에서 휴대폰을 생산하고 있으며, 폴더블을 포함한… pic.twitter.com/JnFNgxbon1

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GoPro is now selling two new action cameras. Available globally, the GoPro Mission 1 and GoPro Mission 1 Pro feature 1-inch camera sensors with Open Gate video support. Both action cameras maintain compatibility with Enduro 2 batteries, too.

Xiaomi has confirmed that it will be releasing a new budget smartphone globally. Equipped with up to 256 GB of storage, the Poco M8s also features a 144 Hz display and a 50 MP camera despite its sub $200 launch price.

Arzopa is running a site-wide discount of up to 59%, and some of its portable monitors and picture frames are great options for Mother's Day gifts, whether your mom is a home-maker or a work-from home hero with demanding professional needs.

Microsoft has revealed the second lineup of games that Game Pass members will be able to enjoy this month. The lineup includes Little Rocket Lab, Final Fantasy V, and more.

Chris Avellone, senior writer and lead designer of Fallout: New Vegas, says Bethesda “lectured” him after he publicly promised the game would run at 30 FPS, recalling a tense meeting where a tech director scolded him for making the claim. Avellone argues the incident underscored deeper problems with the aging Gamebryo engine, which had long been blamed for performance issues and instability, before Bethesda later moved on to the Creation Engine.

Former PlayStation Studios head Shuhei Yoshida revealed at the Alt:Games festival that he was fired from his role in 2019 by the former CEO. Yoshida claims he was removed for refusing "ridiculous" orders before moving on to lead indie projects.

The US International Trade Commission declined to review a ruling that Apple’s redesigned blood-oxygen feature in the Apple Watch does not infringe Masimo’s patents, effectively ending the case and averting a US ban. The decision caps a six-year dispute that previously led to an import exclusion order and prompted Apple to rework the pulse-oximetry system to keep the feature available.

Tesla is aiming to cut the manufacturing costs of its electric vehicles by diversifying battery suppliers and getting the newest technology from newcomers. It has now added another name to its battery maker roster, chasing lower costs and faster charging.

Several years ago, Huawei unveiled a watch that housed earbuds inside it and released a fancy ProCollector’s Edition of the Watch GT 3. Today brings something similar. The Huawei Watch Buds 2 refines the design of the original with a slightly slimmer (14.7mm vs. 15.0mm) and lighter (54.5 vs. 66.5g) build. It does this by dropping the stainless steel frame in favor of a titanium alloy. The back is made of skin-friendly fiber-reinforced composite material. The Huawei Watch Buds 2 is a smartwatch and TWS buds case in one The watch measures 47mm across and is suitable for 140-210mm...

Poco has announced the launch date for its upcoming C81 series of 4G budget smartphones in India. The brand has also revealed the battery capacities of the devices ahead of the debut. The Poco C81 and C81X 4G phones are set to debut in India on April 23, with both devices slated to go on sale via Flipkart. The C81 succeeds the Poco C71, which was unveiled in April last year. According to teaser images on the Flipkart microsite, the Poco C81 will feature a 6,300mAh battery with 15W wired charging and 7.5W wired reverse charging support. It will also offer a 13MP primary rear...

Samsung’s One UI 8.5 Beta 3 update for the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 introduces new AI tools and everyday fixes that users will actually notice.

One UI 8.5 officially debuted with the Galaxy S26 series earlier this year. Samsung has provided the final Beta update to the Galaxy S25 series. Now, the Stable rollout is being planned, with the distribution beginning on April 30.

Users of the Galaxy S25 series are first in line to have the Stable update. May 4 would mark the first expansion, covering S25 models outside Korea. We may see May filled with One UI 8.5 rollouts for a plethora of Galaxy devices.

2024 foldables get a new One UI 8.5 Beta

The highlight is the addition of AI features like Call Screening, Photo Assist with text prompts, Creative Studio, and Audio Eraser that can reduce background noise in real time across apps like YouTube and Instagram.

In addition, Samsung has cleaned up a few annoying bugs.

The screen flicker when hitting the back key is gone, the lock screen clock now stays in the right place, and the taskbar issue has been sorted. Media playback should also sound better now, with less unwanted noise.

Earlier, the South Korean tech giant released the fourth Beta for the Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7. Additionally, slab-type phones, including the S25 series, S24 series, and S25 FE, have also received a feature-rich firmware update.

The ZZDD software is available for download in South Korea. It should soon be available in more countries where Samsung brought the Beta. You can get it through Settings > Software update > Download and install.

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The DRAM crisis is reportedly causing problems at Apple, as the company is said to be postponing the launch of the long-awaited MacBook Pro with tandem OLED display, and the next-generation Mac Studio is also said to be coming onto the market later than expected.

Huawei has announced a new luxury smartwatch that doubles as a piece of high-end jewelry. Marketed at women, the Huawei Watch Ultimate Design Diamond Edition also boasts premium features and a heavy price tag to match.

The Huawei MateBook 14 HarmonyOS edition is now official in China. This new MacBook Air rival weighs around 2.86 pounds, measures 14.5mm at its thinnest, and sports a 14.2-inch OLED display. The starting price is around $968.

The Yidimu is a new high-resolution 3D printer designed to stand out with its ability to produce highly detailed models. It also boasts a range of compelling features and is currently available at a significant discount.

The Huawei Watch Fit 5 and Watch Fit 5 Pro smartwatches have been launched in China. These two models offer several upgrades compared to their predecessors, including a micro-stretching function and more accurate heart rate monitoring. Plus, they are described by the brand as lightweight and ultra-thin.

Casio will launch its new G-Shock Mudmaster GWG-B1000MG-1A9 magma-inspired watch in Europe. A recent product listing at a French retailer shares new images of the product, as well as some specifications and details about its release.

Brad new leaked reports indicate Oppo is developing a new pocket gimbal camera, codenamed "Fuyao," to compete with the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 and Insta360 Luna Ultra. Expected in the end of 2026, this 3-axis stabilized device marks Oppo's entry into dedicated vlogging hardware alongside the upcoming Insta360 Luna series.

Apple introduced the iPhone 17e in March as a direct follow-up to the iPhone 16e. Exterior-wise, the iPhone 17e remains practically unchanged, with the same display, camera, battery, and so on. As such, JerryRigEverything shows that the iPhone 17e and the iPhone 16e have many interchangeable parts.

Deal | En Garde! combines fast-paced swordplay, a charmingly exaggerated world and a protagonist with plenty of personality. The action-adventure is available on Steam with a 90% discount until May 3, bringing the price down to just under $2.

The Govee Table Lamp Classic is now available in North America and Europe. This portable smart light has a simple design, with a multi-segment LED light source delivering dimmable white and colored lighting effects. Plus, it supports the Matter smart home protocol for a broad range of integrations.

No fewer than six My Neighbor Totoro set concepts have crossed the 10,000-supporter threshold on LEGO Ideas. Past examples suggest, however, that even strong interest offers no guarantee they will ever become official sets.

Microsoft has released emergency out-of-band updates KB5091157 and KB5091575 to fix LSASS crashes and domain controller reboot loops caused by the April 2026 KB5082063 update.

Which Harry Potter film is Daniel Radcliffe’s favorite? In a tournament-style ranking, the actor ends up choosing a film that few fans would likely have expected. But it’s not just the winner that has sparked discussion among fans.

Tecno announced the latest member in its Pop series – the Pop X 5G. It brings a fresh new design with a horizontal camera visor on the back alongside a 6,500mAh battery with 45W wired charging and a MediaTek Dimensity 6400 chipset at the helm. Tecno Pop X 5G Pop X 5G is built around a 6.78-inch IPS LCD with HD+ resolution (720 x 1,576px) and a 120Hz refresh rate. The panel is rated at 560 nits peak brightness and features a punch hole cutout for the 8MP front-facing camera. Tecno Pop X 5G key specs Around the back, we have a single 13MP main camera accompanied by an LED...

Samsung’s now releasing One UI 8.5 Beta 4 to the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7, with the firmware featuring new AI features from the latest flagships along with fixes for some specific problems reported by Beta testers.

Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 users on One UI 8.5 Beta can now download Beta 4, which can be identified via PDA build version ZZDD (via TarunVats). This release feels more like a refinement update than a major feature drop.

The highlight is a fresh set of AI tools.

You now get Call Screening to filter unknown callers, Photo Assist that lets you edit images using simple text prompts, Creative Studio for more advanced content tweaks, and an upgraded Audio Eraser that can remove background noise in real time.

These aren’t entirely new if you’ve been following the Galaxy S25 Beta program, but it’s good to see them expanding to foldables.

It also focuses heavily on fixing annoyances.

Samsung has addressed a slow upload issue that showed up when retaking scans in the Camera’s Add Scan feature. Routines that weren’t triggering properly should now behave as expected.

The Now Bar color glitch, where it changed every time you turned on the screen, has also been fixed. Automatic language detection is working again, and a crash affecting the Settings Intelligence service has been resolved.

If you’ve already seen the Galaxy S25 series getting its 10th beta with similar changes, this rollout puts Samsung’s foldables more or less in sync.

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Galaxy S26’s best AI features are now rolling out to the Galaxy S24 series and Galaxy S25 FE as part of the 3rd One UI 8.5 Beta update.

Samsung’s latest One UI 8.5 Beta ZZD8 update isn’t flashy, but it focuses on cleaning up a bunch of annoying day-to-day issues while quietly adding a few new AI features.

Owners of the Galaxy S24 series are getting the 3rd Beta update in Korea and India (via TarunVats), whereas the Galaxy S25 FE users are receiving it in Korea. An expansion will follow soon, covering Beta participants in Global markets.

On the AI side, Samsung is clearly expanding its toolkit.

You now get Call Screening, which helps filter unknown calls more intelligently. Photo Assist has been upgraded with text prompt input, letting you tweak images in a more flexible, almost generative way.

There’s also Creative Studio, aimed at giving users more control over content creation, and an Enhanced Audio Eraser that can reduce background noise in real time across apps like YouTube, Instagram, and Netflix.

Samsung is also tightening up the core experience.

Incoming call delays and black screen issues have been fixed, and the proximity sensor during calls should now behave more reliably. Camera bugs, especially the green line issue in 4K HDR recording on third-party apps, have also been addressed.

Bluetooth stability has been improved, and there’s a fix for multi-touch glitches that could show up after using accessibility zoom features.

The fact that the same changelog is now showing up on the Galaxy S25 series with its 10th Beta suggests the company is getting serious about polishing things before a stable rollout.

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With a powerful 50 MP periscope telephoto camera, an LTPO AMOLED display and a 6,500 mAh battery in a particularly thin body, the Huawei Pura 90 is set to achieve a strong price-performance ratio.

With the couch gag, one of The Simpsons’ most recognizable trademarks is disappearing. Showrunner Matt Selman has defended the decision by citing limited runtime, changing streaming habits and the additional animation work involved. Many fans, however, see it as the loss of a key part of the show’s DNA and suspect cost-cutting and a lack of creativity instead.

Fresh new Sony Xperia 1 VIII leaks have surfaced, providing further evidence of a major design shift for the 2026 flagship. A second case design corroborates rumors of a square camera island that replaces the series' signature vertical strip. Additionally, a leak from Vietnam suggests a new red color variant is in development. The Xperia VIII launch is rumored for May 2026. The phone should get a triple 48MP camera.

We recently got the opportunity to check out the brand-new Ryzen AI 7 445 with Radeon 840M while reviewing the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7a. Read on to find out why our experience was somewhat underwhelming.

The Huawei Watch Buds 2 is not only a high-quality smartwatch with a 3,000 nits bright AMOLED display and titanium bezel, but also houses completely wireless earbuds so that they are always available.

Oppo continues teasing the Find X9 Ultra’s global launch on April 21, revealing an 8-lens Hasselblad camera system. Featuring dual 200MP sensors and a 460mm "optical quality" zoom, it marks a new milestone for mobile photography. The focal lengths stretch from 14mm to 460mm, but the Find X9 Ultra only has 4 cameras - is this marketing trick too similar to what Apple did with the iPhone?

In addition to a brand new foldable, the Pura X Max, Huawei has announced two new colors for the 2025 Pura X. The new colors are trendy and bring the available color options to seven.

Samsung SDI has signed its first EV battery deal with Mercedes-Benz. The multi-year agreement will see batteries from the former powering next-generation electric vehicles from the former.

OnePlus has several smartphone launches lined up in the coming weeks. After confirming the Ace 6 Ultra’s launch date in China, the company has now announced when the Nord CE6 and Nord CE6 Lite will debut in India. In an official post on X, OnePlus confirmed that the new Nord CE6 series will be unveiled on May 7. Alongside the launch date, the company has also revealed several key specifications of the handsets. The Nord CE6 will be powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 SoC, paired with a Touch Reflex chip. It will also pack an 8,000mAh battery with support for 27W reverse wired...

Huawei is an early mover in foldable phone technology and it is experimenting with new form factors like the Pura X – the so-called wide foldable. It’s an intermediate size between flip and book-style foldables. But what if the X got bigger? Today the company answers that question. Huawei Pura X Max The Huawei Pura X Max features a 5.4” cover and 7.7” internal display. Below you can see how it compares with the original X in terms of size. The Max is a newer generation folding design that is much thinner. Pura X Pura X Max Cover display 3.5” ...

New EU rules, including removable battery design, coming into effect from 2027, could become a massive headache for Samsung’s Galaxy S27 development team.

Samsung’s Galaxy S27 might not be defined by its camera or chipset. It could be defined by a door on the back. That is the uncomfortable reality facing Samsung’s internal design cycles right now.

The European Union’s battery regulation, approved by the EU Council on July 10, 2023, sets a hard deadline of 2027. By then, smartphones sold in the region must feature user-replaceable batteries.

For Samsung, this is not a minor tweak. It is a full reset.

The modern Galaxy S lineup is built on a sealed body design. Glass on front, glass on back, tightly packed internals, aggressive adhesive, and structural rigidity that helps achieve IP68 ratings.

That entire philosophy clashes with removable battery requirements. Galaxy phones can not have easy access and perfect sealing at the same time without compromise.

Samsung’s engineers may have been facing a brutal trade-off. Either redesign the chassis to allow tool-less battery access or attempt a complex modular workaround that preserves some level of water resistance.

Consumers associate sealed designs with high-end craftsmanship. Reversing that perception will not be easy, even if the change is driven by regulation.

Going back to removable covers feels like a step backward. Samsung would need to rethink component layout, battery housing, sealing methods, and even retail logistics.

The same regulation mandates up to 10 years of spare parts availability and service documentation. Devices are no longer meant to be replaced every three to four years.

Samsung could try region-specific designs, keeping sealed builds in markets without such regulations. More likely, the company will attempt a unified design that meets EU standards while preserving identity as much as possible.

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The latest camera flagship smartphone from Huawei is here, and starts with the periscope telephoto camera with the largest 200 MP sensor of all smartphones. The main camera combines an equally large sensor with a variable aperture.

Deal | Casio’s full metal Edifice EFB-730D-1AV chronograph watch is currently 45% off the list price at the Casio Amazon storefront for a limited time. The standard chronograph watch features a classic sportscar-inspired design, a full stainless steel case and bracelet, 100 m (10 bar) ingress protection, and up to 3 years of battery life.

Motorola's 2026 Razr lineup will reportedly start at $799.99 and launch in North America on May 21. Leaked specifications reveal a transition to MediaTek for the base model and updated battery capacities.

The Huawei Pura X Max is here, and presents itself as one of the most unusual foldable smartphones in the world. With its particularly wide display, the format is reminiscent of the Apple iPhone Fold, a stylus turns the smartphone into a mini tablet and the triple camera is also impressive.

While smartphones are making strong gains in terms of display and battery, the international shortage of memory is increasingly making it necessary to cut back. The Motorola Moto G67 is a good example of how a strong price-performance package is slowed down by just 4 GB of RAM in everyday use.

We’ve already seen a pair of rumors for the upcoming Honor Magic9, but we are now getting our first set of details for the Magic9 Pro Max. This would be the higher-end option in the Magic9 series, and it is said to bring notable camera upgrades. According to Chinese tipster Smart Pikachu, Honor Magic9 Pro Max will arrive with dual 200MP sensors for its main and periscope telephoto cameras. In addition, the device will feature enhanced image stabilization and enhanced video recording capabilities. Honor Magic8 Pro The latter is presumably part of Honor’s collaboration with...

Samsung’s One UI 8.5 Beta 10 has finally arrived for Galaxy S25 users, bringing new AI features and plenty of bug fixes. It’s available to Beta participants in Germany, India, and South Korea, with Poland, the UK and the US joining shortly.

The One UI 8.5 Beta 10 (ZZDD) update for the Galaxy S25 series is a mix of meaningful AI upgrades and much-needed bug fixes. On the AI side, Samsung is clearly pulling features forward from its next-gen lineup.

You’re getting tools like Call Screening, which can automatically handle unknown callers, plus Creative Studio for generating and editing content more easily.

There’s also an upgraded Audio Eraser that does a better job cleaning background noise from recordings, and an improved Photo Assist that makes image edits smarter and more natural.

Additionally, this update quietly fixes some annoying issues. Incoming calls should now appear instantly instead of showing a delay or black screen. Call quality gets a boost, too, thanks to fixes for the proximity sensor acting up during calls.

Camera reliability has also been improved. If you were seeing green lines while recording 4K HDR video in certain third-party apps, that should now be resolved.

Samsung has also worked on stability across the board. Bluetooth crashes have been reduced, and a frustrating multi-touch issue that showed up after using accessibility zoom features has been fixed.

Overall, this update feels less about flashy changes and more about making the phone smarter with AI while quietly fixing the small things that affect daily use.

Get the Beta 10 now! Open Settings, then Software update and hit Download and install.

Samsung reportedly plans to begin the Stable One UI 8.5 rollout on April 30 in South Korea. Users outside the company’s home ground may start getting the official update starting May 4, if the OTA doesn’t encounter problems.

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Dragon Quest Smash/Grow launches April 21, 2026, on iOS and Android as a free roguelite RPG from Square Enix and KLabGames, featuring randomised Blessing runs and four-player co-op.

The product lineup of Lenovo Lecoo is about to see a new addition, and it’s a mini PC. With a round of teasers, the brand has given a glimpse of the system and confirmed that it will come with a compact, premium build with multiple ports.

The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is being positioned as a flagship phone with gaming-focused features. Now, the company has officially revealed a controller add-on that can turn the smartphone into a proper gaming handheld.

The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra will be the latest addition to the company’s Ace 6 lineup, and it now has an official launch date in China. Alongside the smartphone, OnePlus will also introduce a dedicated gaming controller for the phone. OnePlus has confirmed that the Ace 6 Ultra will debut in China on April 28. The accompanying gaming controller will feature four physical buttons and is said to be tailored for shooting games. The controller is essentially a case for the Ace 6 Ultra with four rear-mounted buttons with up to a 1,000Hz polling rate and support for a magnetic cooling...

Samsung has started rolling out the April 2026 security update to the Galaxy A56 smartphone. The company has already updated previous models, including the A53, A54, and A55, to the latest patch version.

Around three weeks ago, the phone received its recent update with March 2026 patches. Samsung categorized the Galaxy A56 for priority update support, promising monthly software releases; April 2026 version is the latest.

As spotted by TarunVats, the firmware is available in Europe, Galaxy A56’s BZD1 build will soon expand to Global markets. Meanwhile, Samsung could open One UI 8.5 Beta Program for the Galaxy A56 in select markets.

For now, users of Galaxy A56 can grab the April update through Settings > Software update > Download and install. It’s expanding in batches, so the availability may vary by model (CSC), region, and carrier.

April patch contains fixes for a total of forty-seven problems. The OTA targets CVE and SVE items across Android and One UI. Samsung’s semiconductor division is specifically bringing four patches, addressing Exynos CVEs.

Even though the latest update has nothing exciting, you should update the software. It improves the system stability and reliability, with performance also seeing an increase. This is due to background cleanup during the OTA installation.

Seamless Updates ensure you don’t get stuck on the Samsung logo window for long. Updates install quickly as extraction takes place when you’re online. Just a normal reboot applies the firmware, reinstating immediate access.

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Samsung boss Jay Y Lee was among a group of South Korea’s most powerful business leaders who left for India on April 19, joining President Lee Jae-myung on a high-stakes economic mission that also includes Vietnam.

The delegation is large, expectations are bigger, and outcomes tend to be negotiated behind closed doors. Before his departure to India, the Samsung boss kept his cards close; just a brief smile before heading to the gate.

The scale of the trip stands out

Around 200 delegates have been assembled by the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry and and the Federation of Korean Industries. These are not symbolic visits; business forums, policy meetings, and MOU signings are already lined up across both countries.

Korea’s Samsung, LG and Hyundai run production hubs in the country. Samsung has built a deep footprint, from large-scale smartphone manufacturing to R&D operations that support both local and global markets.

President Lee landed in New Delhi on the same day, kicking off a tightly structured visit. For Samsung, the trip is not about announcements on day one. The real signals will come later, once negotiations settle and commitments take shape.

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Samsung walked away with four wins, including two Gold and two Silver at the US Edison Awards 2026, held April 15–16 in Fort Myers, Florida.

The Edison Awards, launched in 1987, are judged by industry experts and academics. Not every winner translates to market success, but they tend to signal where companies are placing bets.

Samsung lands 2 Gold, 2 Silver at US Edison Awards 2026

Gold awards went to Smart Modular House and Vision AI Companion, both centered on practical AI use, not demo-stage concepts. The Silver side is more hardware-driven, including commercial displays and washers/dryers.

Gold Award-Winning Innovations

1. Smart Modular House
2. Vision AI Companion (VAC)

Silver Award-Winning Innovations

1. Spatial Signage
2. Bespoke AI Laundry Combo

Mauro Porcini, Chief Design Officer at Samsung Electronics, framed the results around design, sitting between technology and user needs. In simpler terms, the company is trying to make its tech feel less like tech.

“Design sits at the intersection of business, technology and humanity,” said Mauro Porcini, Chief Design Officer and President of the Device eXperience (DX) Division at Samsung Electronics. “Our role is to understand people deeply and translate their needs, dreams and emotions into meaningful experiences. We will continue to push innovation forward with the ambition of enriching people’s lives in ways that truly matter.”

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A new leak has revealed two unreleased Intel Panther Lake chips. The Arc G3 Extreme and Arc G3 are tailor-made for handheld consoles, and they are expected to surface sometime in Q2 2026.

Oppo confirms upgraded Hasselblad Master Mode for the Find X9 Ultra, featuring 16EV dynamic range, RAW MAX support across six focal lengths (14mm-230mm), and native film styles like Portra and TX400. There are new AI film presets and pro-grade manual controls, too.

Not every Android fan is willing to spend over €1,000 on a top-tier smartphone. We are taking a look at the gaming capabilities of Xiaomi's current mid-range lineup. Given the graphics performance on offer, budget-conscious gamers should definitely have Xiaomi’s €300 phone on their radar.

I have seen countless reports of Samsung users over green line issue on Galaxy devices. Meanwhile, a recent incident is pretty much shocking as a 1-month-old Galaxy S26 Ultra allegedly became a victim of Samsung’s green line display problem.

Way back in 2022, we got green line as a built-in feature on our Galaxy Z Fold 4’s cover screen. Samsung then replaced the phone, but it has had a motherboard problem, and the repair costs have led it to become e-waste.

Our Galaxy Note 20 Ultra has also developed a green line, as well as the Galaxy S22 Ultra. The former is working with that vertical curse, but the problem worsened with the latter model due to the accumulation of display issues.

Now, I am seeing reports of Galaxy S23 Ultra users who are reporting a pink or green line issue on their devices after installing the recent software update. As always, users say there’s no physical or water damage, but the line has developed.

In search of more S23 complaints, I reached a viral post on X, showing a brand-new Galaxy S26 Ultra with a thick vertical green line. We can’t confirm the genuineness, but the user will surely get a display replacement if true.

Think you are spending $1,300 on an electronic device from a globally reputed brand. You spent such a huge amount of money for a top-notch experience, but what you are getting is a green line, which you could have gotten after two or three years.

Green Line issue now hits Galaxy S26 Ultrapic.twitter.com/b3Glv90GUR

— Samsung Software Update – One UI 9 #OneUI9 (@SamsungSWUpdate) April 20, 2026

The problem doesn’t seem limited to the Galaxy S23 phones, while the S26 Ultra is not a widespread problem. Users of Galaxy S21 FE and S22 Ultra report the problem at scale, and some of them get a free replacement from Samsung.

If you are facing a green line problem, the first step is to visit your nearest Samsung service center. Get your phone’s display replacement estimate and request a complimentary screen replacement, citing Samsung’s policy.

Service center staff may agree if they are aware of the green line policy. If they refuse, get the job sheet emailed to your ID and approach Samsung support. Claim quality issue, and they might offer a free screen replacement.

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Samsung just began the general rollout of a new Galaxy Enhance-X app update with One UI 8.5 redesign. The latest version splits the app’s interface, adds a Good Lock-like Plugins system, Documents Tools, and more.

Version 16.3.00.31 is giving One UI 8.5 Galaxy Enhance-X a noticeable refresh, centered around a redesigned interface split into three tabs: Plugins, Home, and History. Navigation feels more purposeful, with quicker access to tools and saved edits.

The new Plugins tab works like a mini marketplace, letting users install features such as Cinematic Glow and Film Style filters. Home brings everything together, including photo, video, and document tools in one place.

A useful change is the ability to edit multiple photos or videos in a single session, which should save time. There’s also a swipe-down section highlighting new features and updates directly inside the app.

Samsung is also pushing deeper into document editing. Users can now enhance scans, crop them, add annotations, translate content, and convert files into PDFs or JPEGs without leaving the gallery environment.

Two new creative plugins aim to improve visual output, especially for photography enthusiasts. Cinematic Glow and several film-inspired filters promise a more polished, professional look with minimal effort from the user.

Another small but practical addition is the press-and-hold comparison tool. It lets users quickly check before-and-after results, while built-in feedback options make it easier to report issues or suggest improvements.

Finally, all enhanced content is saved in standard formats like JPEG, MP4, and PDF for easy sharing. The update appears targeted at devices running Android 16 with One UI 8.5, including the Galaxy S26 series.

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Details have leaked about an upcoming Xiaomi phone, which is expected to be the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max. The device is said to bring notable upgrades, including the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset.

Today we have with us the new Apple AirPods Max 2 headphones. This is the newest generation of Apple’s flagship audio product, and promises some notable improvements to its performance over its predecessors, while still remaining largely familiar. That’s right, predecessors. The AirPods Max 2 is the third product in the series, as there is also the non-demarcated model Apple released back in 2024 that replaced the Lightning port on the original model with USB-C, and brought some new colors, which have been carried over to the AirPods Max 2. Let’s just call that the AirPods Max...

It’s been a week since Samsung rolled out the 9th One UI 8.5 beta for Galaxy S25 beta testers, but some users from the U.S. reported that the update was delayed for their phones.

Samsung released the 9th beta for testers in South Korea, India, UK, and Germany. The software package includes two new additions – AirDrop file transfer support for Quick Share and three new camera filters. These two are accompanied by new bug fixes and improvements for user experience.

While many have been exploring the latest software update to find new AI features from the Galaxy S26 series, some of the users from the U.S. had a hard time finding the latest beta itself.

A few of those reached out to me on my X account, asking about the status of the 9th beta release. At first, it was strange to see that the beta was not delivered to those users. Second, these test firmwares have been distributed to all beta participants in these eligible markets since the very beginning.

Where is 9th One UI 8.5 beta software for the Galaxy S25 series for US owners?

— Matt Maier (@mattma43) April 14, 2026

Some of these users asked Samsung customer care service to get the rollout status update. Instead, they received information about the stable rollout and not the 9th beta. This is a good thing that we somehow got to know about the final release date.

Eventually, the latest beta took around a week to reach the U.S. Yet, the question remains unanswered: why did it take a week?

Meanwhile, we can speculate on something in this matter. Samsung has different firmware to validate before final rollout. Among the 9 beta software updates, the biggest feature upgrade could be the AirDrop support. It’s possible that Samsung stayed extra cautious over its release and delayed the rollout for the U.S. users but we can’t be so sure about that.

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A recent leak indicated that the OnePlus Nord series will expand with two new devices in May. Now, a new smartphone, expected to be called the OnePlus Nord CE 6, has appeared on Geekbench with a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset.

It's been four weeks of Samsung Galaxy A57 at the top of our trending chart and it faced its toughest challenge yet. The upcoming Honor 600 Pro got enough of you checking it out to place second as the company's teaser campaign went full throttle this week. [#InlinePriceWidget, 14379, 1#] The Galaxy S26 Ultra managed to retain its third spot, while the Poco X8 Pro Max slid down to fourth. We then have yet another upcoming phone in the Galaxy A27, while the Poco X8 Pro now sits in sixth. The iPhone 17 Pro Max came in seventh, followed by the vanilla member of Honor's upcoming...

Despite pleas from fans, Bethesda may not be able to create a Fallout: New Vegas remaster. A former Obsidian Entertainment developer thinks the company lacks the essential source code. Without a capable engineer on staff, the rumored Fallout 3 remaster is more likely.

OPPO confirms upgraded Hasselblad Master Mode for the Find X9 Ultra, featuring 16EV dynamic range, RAW MAX support across six focal lengths (14mm-230mm), and native film styles like Portra and TX400. There are new AI film presets and pro-grade manual controls, too.

Honor has officially confirmed the flagship WIN H9 gaming laptop will feature an industry-first 300Hz "3D anti-dizziness" display and a world-first six-fan cooling system. Launching April 23, the 270W laptop features an RTX 5070 Ti and Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus.

Unlimited photo storage. | The Arzopa D14 digital photo frame replaces traditional frames with a digital display and unlimited storage. Family and friends can add photos and videos remotely, while an SD card slot and USB port allow offline use.

Motorola unveiled the Moto G Stylus (2026) at the beginning of April, and the phone went on sale earlier this week. So we're right on schedule to bring you a quick unboxing before we're off to review the phone. The Moto G Stylus (2026) is up for grabs on Amazon, Best Buy, and Motorola.com and costs $500. It ships with a USB cable and nothing more. That means you'd need to supply your own case and 68W charger. On the plus side, the phone has a pretty back panel that you don't need to cover up because Moto ensures the phone can handle some bumps and bruises, and it feels nicer...

It was a pretty uneventful week for the US smartphone market – the biggest (and worst) thing that happened is that Samsung hiked up the prices of several of its smartphone and tablet models. It’s not so bad, though, as you don’t actually have to pay the new MSRPs – we have better deals. Also this week, Samsung is finally launching the Galaxy A37 and A57. Starting with the Galaxy A57, we’re glad to see this one available early – the A56 took forever to launch in the US. As for the phone itself, it brings a slimmer, lighter frame (6.9mm, 179g vs. 7.4mm, 198g) with better water resistance...

Oppo will launch a new flagship compact phone, the Find X9s Pro, on April 21 in China. The company has now shared details about the phone's display, chipset, and battery.

Stable performance has contributed to an enthusiastic response to the Pragmata release date. Yet, a PS5 Pro review shows how the console takes the Capcom game’s graphics to another level. Frame rates are more consistent than the base PS5, while ray tracing adds luster to futuristic environments.

Newly leaked hands-on images of the Huawei Pura X Max have surfaced online hours before the official April 20 launch, offering the first real-world look at the world’s first "wide foldable". The live photos confirm a disruptive 16:10 aspect ratio and a premium textured design, effectively beating Samsung and Apple to the market with this new form factor. While the hardware showcases Huawei's innovation leadership, the device will launch without Google Play Services, running HarmonyOS instead.

Valve has quietly published the first official Proton 11 beta with ARM64 and FEX emulation baked in, and the enthusiast community has wasted no time. Thanks to the Rocknix Linux distro, YouTuber ETA Prime has demoed native Steam running on three ARM-based Android handhelds, with Hollow Knight: Silksong cruising past 100 FPS on a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.

Leaked iPhone Ultra/Fold cases confirm a wider book-style foldable design for Apple’s 2026 flagship. However, the leaked images suggest a conflict between the device's ultra-thin 4.5mm chassis and MagSafe compatibility, as dummy units lack magnets while cases include them. Known iPhone Ultra/Fold features include a 7.8-inch display, A20 Pro chip, and a late 2026 release date.

A Galaxy S26 Ultra entry on Geekbench is grabbing attention due to the OS bump to Android 17, which is, of course, an internal testing build atop One UI 9.

Someone running an internal Android 17-based One UI 9 Alpha build on the Galaxy S26 Ultra (SM-S948B) submitted a Geekbench 6.7.0 result on April 17.

• Single-core score: 3608
• Multi-core: 10829

Meanwhile, one of the most recent entries of Galaxy S26 Ultra running a stable Android 16-based One UI 8.5 landed on the same benchmark.

• Single-core: 3695
• Multi-core: 11183

Single-core took an 87-point hit, about a 2.4 percent drop, whereas the multi-core fell by 354 points, roughly 3.2 percent.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. Eight cores split across two clusters, six efficiency cores at 3.63 GHz, and two performance cores at 4.74 GHz, as well as 12 GB of RAM.

This is alpha software; of course, it’s not optimized. Drivers are half-baked, schedulers aren’t tuned, and the kernel team probably hasn’t finished work yet.

Samsung has months before any public One UI 9 release, and performance gaps like these close during that window all the time.

Back in February, Samsung introduced the Galaxy S26 series with Android 16-based One UI 8.5. The company is in final stage of rolling out the software to existing models like the Galaxy S25 series by the end of this year.

One UI 9 is a thing of the future, and users of Galaxy S26 can expect a Beta Program around the end of May this year. The official version will release with the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Z Flip 8, and Z Fold 8 Wide sometime in July 2026.

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Deal | Humble Bundle has added a value-focused game collection, which features a total of 15 Steam Deck-playable games. The combined all-time low price, which comes from SteamDB, stands at $67.64. However, the minimum payment to score all is $15.

A new leak has highlighted exactly how much total cache each Intel Nova Lake chip could feature at launch. The top-spec model reportedly has more cache than AMD’s newly announced Ryzen 9 9950X3D2.

Honor’s Lightning humanoid robot has shocked the world by winning the 2026 Beijing E-Town Humanoid Robot Half Marathon in a net time of 50:26, smashing Ugandan runner Jacob Kiplimo’s half-marathon world record of 57:20. Standing 169 cm tall, the bright-red robot from the smartphone maker features high-dynamic motion control, embodied AI for autonomous navigation, and an advanced liquid-cooling system.

Huawei's Pura X Max foldable will debut in China on April 20. The wide-aspect foldable is shorter but brings wider screens, especially the unfolded one. It packs a triple rear camera, and will come in a range of colors - Interstellar Blue, Olive Gold, Phantom Night Black, Vibrant Orange, and Zero Degree White. The Pura X Max will arrive alongside the Pura 90 Pro series. Sony's Xperia 1 VIII will likely retain its 3.5mm headphone jack, per FCC certification, yay! Vivo launched its X300 Ultra and X300 FE on the global stage. The X300 Ultra will cost a whopping €2,000 in Europe for the...

Is the Galaxy S26 Plus the "sweet spot" in the S26 series? Our review of the large Android phone makes its limits quite clear. We therefore take a look at who might benefit from buying Samsung's new phone and whether the added cost over the Galaxy S25 Plus is really worth it.

A new system supports operation with a wide range of sensors and actuators and can also run completely independently of conventional network connections and the power grid.

Ahead of its April 21 launch, Oppo has officially confirmed key specifications for the Find X9 Ultra via a Weibo post. The phone features a 2K 144Hz display, a Snapdragon 8 processor paired with Oppo's Tide Engine, and a large 7,050mAh battery with 100W wired and 50W wireless charging.

Quite affordable and relatively light, Xiaomi brings a new vacuum cleaner to more markets with the Vacuum Cleaner P30. The model is also well suited for quick cleanups. Thanks to its low weight, the Xiaomi Vacuum Cleaner P30 should not only be suitable for floors but also for cleaning furniture.

A very powerful processor, long battery runtime, 14-inch OLED and a weight under 1 kg - the refreshed Asus Zenbook A14 is the perfect device for your hand luggage thanks to the low weight and there are not many compromises you have to live with.

The OnePlus 15R has Top 5 battery life in our chart thanks to its 7,400mAh battery. With 80W charging, it only takes 53 minutes for a 0-100% charge. The phone has a 6.83” 165Hz OLED display (10-bit colors, Dolby Vision) and is powered by the non-Elite Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset. Alas, the camera lacks a telephoto lens, which is a downgrade from the 13R. OnePlus 15R £100 off Read our review 12/256GB - £550 at Amazon UK The Xiaomi 15T has a similar display, a...

Huawei is getting ready to add another model to its high-end smartwatch lineup. The company will unveil the Huawei Watch Ultimate Design Extraordinary Master Diamond Edition on April 20 in China. The launch event will also include other products, including the Huawei Watch Buds 2.

The Diamond Edition follows the Huawei Watch Ultimate Design Royal Edition, which first launched in China last November before arriving in Europe in January 2026. Given its design approach and use of premium materials, the upcoming model is expected to be positioned close to the Royal Edition in terms of pricing.

Early teasers point to a strong emphasis on styling. The watch integrates diamond elements across the dial, strap, and case. Diamonds are placed at the 12, 3, 6, and 9 o’clock markers, while additional stones are embedded into the strap. The case itself features a diamond-cut pattern, giving it a more decorative look compared to other variants in the series.

The hardware layout also differs slightly. Instead of the dual round button setup seen on the Royal Edition, this version uses a digital crown paired with a pill-shaped button. The overall finish and detailing suggest a shift in design direction, with a more polished and jewelry-like appearance.

While Huawei has not confirmed the full spec sheet, the Diamond Edition is likely to carry over most of the core features from the Royal Edition. That includes a 1.5-inch LTPO AMOLED display designed for better visibility in bright outdoor conditions. The watch is expected to support eSIM for standalone calling, along with AI-based noise reduction for clearer voice calls. Gesture controls are also part of the package, allowing users to interact with calls, apps, and the camera using hand movements.

On the health side, Huawei’s Health Glance feature provides a quick overview of 10 key metrics within about a minute, covering heart rate, blood oxygen, stress levels, and more. The smartwatch also supports GPS navigation, onboard music storage, and activity tracking for sports such as running, cycling, and golf.

For outdoor and underwater use, the watch is rated for dives up to 150 meters. It also includes a sonar-based communication feature that enables basic messaging between divers. Battery performance will depend on usage, with dedicated modes available to extend runtime during outdoor or diving activities.

Huawei has not revealed official pricing yet. For reference, the Royal Edition launched at CNY 24,999 in China, €3,299 in Europe, and £2,999.99 in the UK. More details should be announced during the April 20 event.

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Choosing the right tablet in 2026 isn’t just about screen size anymore; it’s about how well it fits your daily workflow. The Moto Pad 2026 and Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE sit at two very different price points, yet they overlap in ways that make this comparison surprisingly relevant. One focuses on delivering strong value for entertainment and casual use, while the other pushes toward a more powerful, productivity-ready experience. If the goal is to balance performance, features, and long-term usability, this head-to-head matters more than it seems at first glance.

Design and Display

Build Quality

Moto Pad 2026 keeps things slim at 7mm with a clean aluminum finish, offering a balanced in-hand feel and lighter weight. It includes splash resistance, which adds minor durability. Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE goes thinner at 6mm and adds IP68 water and dust resistance, making it significantly tougher for long-term use. The inclusion of both Nano-SIM and eSIM also gives Samsung an edge in connectivity flexibility. Overall, Samsung feels more premium and durable despite being slightly heavier.

Display & Multimedia

Moto Pad 2026 offers a slightly larger 11-inch panel with higher resolution and sharper pixel density, which helps in reading and content clarity. It also features Dolby Atmos with quad speakers and retains a 3.5mm jack, rare but useful. Samsung’s 10.9-inch display is slightly less sharp but still smooth at 90Hz. However, it compensates with better brightness consistency and refined tuning for media.

Verdict

Moto Pad 2026 wins on sharpness and audio flexibility, but Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE takes the lead in durability and overall premium feel.

Performance and Software

Processor & UI Smoothness

Moto Pad 2026 runs on Dimensity 6300, which is efficient but clearly mid-range. It handles daily tasks smoothly but may struggle with heavier workloads or gaming spikes. Samsung’s Exynos 1580 is a much more powerful 4nm chip with newer Cortex-A720 cores, offering noticeably better performance headroom. UI fluidity feels more consistent, especially under load.

Productivity & Multitasking

Samsung pushes ahead with up to 12GB RAM and One UI 7 optimizations, making multitasking smoother and more desktop-like. Features like split-screen and app continuity feel more polished. Moto Pad’s 8GB RAM is sufficient, but the experience leans more toward casual usage rather than productivity-heavy workflows.

Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE clearly dominates in performance and multitasking, making it the better choice for power users and long-term usage.

Battery and Accessories

Battery Life

Moto Pad 2026 packs a 7040mAh battery, which should deliver decent endurance for casual streaming and browsing. However, the 20W charging feels slow in 2026 standards. Samsung steps up with an 8000mAh battery and much faster 45W charging, making it more reliable for longer sessions and quicker top-ups.

Stylus, Keyboard & Ecosystem

Both tablets support stylus input, but Samsung’s ecosystem is more mature. Its integration with keyboards, accessories, and cross-device features feels refined. Moto Pad offers basic stylus support but lacks the deeper ecosystem advantages that Samsung brings.

Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE wins comfortably with better battery capacity, faster charging, and a stronger accessory ecosystem.

Camera & Media

Rear and Front Camera

Moto Pad 2026 keeps things basic with an 8MP rear and 5MP front camera, good enough for scanning documents and occasional video calls. Samsung upgrades significantly with a 13MP rear and a 12MP ultrawide front camera, which is ideal for group calls and better framing.

Video & Audio Quality

Samsung supports 4K video recording on both front and rear cameras, giving it a clear edge for content creation and meetings. Moto Pad lacks detailed video capabilities. Audio-wise, Moto Pad’s quad speakers with Dolby Atmos deliver a more immersive experience, especially for movies.

Verdict

Samsung leads in camera and video versatility, while the Moto Pad counters with stronger speaker output. Overall, Samsung takes the edge for modern media needs.

Pricing

Moto Pad 2026 comes in at around $250, making it a strong budget-friendly option with solid essentials. Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE sits at roughly $500, doubling the price but also offering significantly better performance, durability, cameras, and ecosystem features.

Moto Pad clearly delivers higher value per dollar for casual users, while Samsung justifies its price with a more complete flagship-like experience.

Disclaimer:
Prices are approximate and may vary based on country, region, and applicable taxes.

Conclusion

Moto Pad 2026 stands out with its sharper display, quad speakers with Dolby Atmos, and headphone jack, features that still matter for media-focused users. Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE brings IP68 protection, a far more powerful chipset, better cameras, faster charging, and a polished ecosystem that feels closer to a productivity device.

Verdict

Moto Pad 2026 is the smarter pick for budget buyers who want a solid entertainment tablet without overspending. Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE is the better long-term investment, offering stronger performance, durability, and versatility.

Disclaimer: The Moto Pad 2026 has not been officially released yet, and its specifications are based on announced details. Actual performance, features, and pricing may vary once the device becomes available.

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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has issued a strong warning about the future of artificial intelligence. He said that if DeepSeek’s upcoming AI model runs entirely on Huawei chips, it could be a “horrible outcome” for the United States. His concern is that global AI systems may start shifting away from US technology, which could weaken America’s leadership in this space.

DeepSeek V4 Could Change the Game

The upcoming DeepSeek V4 model, expected later this month, is already creating buzz. Reports suggest it could run on Huawei’s Ascend chips, marking a major shift from the current reliance on Nvidia GPUs. However, some signs indicate it may still support Nvidia’s latest Blackwell architecture. If DeepSeek fully moves to Huawei hardware, it would be the first major AI model to break away from the US ecosystem.

China’s Different Approach to AI

Huawei’s chips are still considered slightly behind US alternatives in raw power. But China is focusing on a different strategy. Instead of relying on the most advanced chips, companies are using more chips together and improving software efficiency. Techniques like Mixture-of-Experts help boost performance without needing the best hardware.

Strength in Scale and Resources

China has key advantages that support this approach. It has a large pool of AI talent and access to cheaper energy. This allows companies to run massive computing setups. Even with weaker chips, using many processors at once can deliver strong results.

Rising Tensions and Policy Pressure

The situation is becoming more complex due to growing US–China tensions. Lawmakers in the US are pushing for stricter restrictions on Chinese AI firms. At the same time, some chip supply decisions suggest partial easing, showing mixed signals from policymakers.

This is no longer just about hardware power. The real battle is shifting toward software, efficiency, and ecosystem control. If DeepSeek succeeds with Huawei chips, it could mark a turning point in global AI, potentially reshaping who leads the industry in the coming years.

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In a smartphone-dominated world, some users are switching back to simpler devices. These dumb phones focus on essential functionality while offering a modern twist with smart features.

Many run on lightweight operating systems like KaiOS, which lets them support key apps such as Google Maps and YouTube. For users who prioritize navigation but prefer a basic device, these phones strike an excellent balance.

While these devices lack the processing power of smartphones, they excel in battery life, durability, and simplicity. Here are the best dumb phones with Google Maps and YouTube support currently available.

Nokia 2780 Flip

The Nokia 2780 Flip offers a reliable option for users who need basic features with modern connectivity. It runs on KaiOS 3.1 and supports apps like Google Maps and YouTube. The phone comes with a 2.7-inch internal display and a 1.77-inch external screen, allowing you to check notifications or caller ID without flipping it open.

The device combines a classic clamshell design with modern features like a Snapdragon 215 processor, 4 GB storage (expandable via microSD), USB Type-C charging, and M4/T4 hearing aid compatibility. It also includes an FM radio, making it a reliable choice for navigation and essential tasks.

Nokia 2760 Flip

The Nokia 2760 Flip serves as an affordable version of the 2780 Flip. This model has KaiOS 3.1 for access to Google Maps and YouTube, but lacks key features like expandable storage or an FM radio. It includes the same 5 MP camera and Snapdragon 215 processor, providing solid functionality for a budget phone.

The 2760 Flip offers modern features like a USB Type-C port and 4G LTE support, making it a solid choice for users seeking basic 4G connectivity without the cost of advanced hardware.

Nokia 6300 4G

The Nokia 6300 4G is a great choice for those who prefer a traditional candy bar design. The phone has a 2.4-inch display and a durable body that fits well in the hand. It also runs on KaiOS and supports YouTube and Google Maps as usual.

The phone uses the Snapdragon 210 processor, 512 MB RAM, and 4 GB of storage (expandable to 32 GB via microSD). It features a 3.5mm headphone jack, Wi-Fi hotspot capabilities, reliable 4G LTE, and a functional but outdated Micro-USB port.

Nokia 8000 4G

The Nokia 8000 4G targets users who want a premium design in a feature phone. It has a glass-like finish and a chrome-finished midframe, giving it a more stylish look compared to other dumb phones. The phone includes a 2.8-inch screen, which is larger than the 6300 4G.

The phone features a Snapdragon 210 processor, 512 MB RAM for smooth navigation, and efficient performance on the KaiOS platform with Google Maps. It also includes a 2 MP rear camera for basic photography. It uses a Micro-USB port for charging, which could disappoint some users. Still, the Nokia 8000 4G remains an attractive choice for those who want functionality wrapped in a sleek design.

Nokia 8110 4G

The Nokia 8110 4G is a nostalgic device with practical value. Its curved slider design makes it stand out, and users appreciate its retro charm. The phone runs on KaiOS.

The 8110 4G uses the Snapdragon 205 processor, offering decent performance. It features a 2 MP rear camera, 25-day standby battery life, and a functional but outdated Micro-USB charging port, making it a good choice for those favoring iconic design over cutting-edge hardware.

TCL Flip 2

The TCL Flip 2 competes directly with Nokia’s clamshell models. This phone includes a 2.8-inch screen and a 1.44-inch external display for notifications. With 1 GB RAM and 8 GB internal storage, it feels faster than most dumb phones on the market.

The TCL phone runs on KaiOS 3.0, supporting Google Maps and YouTube, and features a USB Type-C charging port, a larger 1850 mAh battery, and a 2 MP camera.

Alcatel Go Flip 4

The Alcatel Go Flip 4 is another solid clamshell phone with YouTube and Google Maps support. It features a 2.8-inch display, 4 GB of storage, and a 1.44-inch secondary screen for quick alerts. Like the TCL Flip 2, it includes USB Type-C charging, KaiOS 3.0, and basic smartphone apps.

The 1850 mAh battery provides great runtime, and the phone supports 4G LTE with hotspot functionality for up to eight devices. While the hardware is nearly identical to the TCL Flip 2, this phone has better availability through US carriers, making it a practical choice for everyday users.

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