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foldable-phones
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 weeks ago
Gadgets

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: News, Rumors, Price, and Dates - Yanko Design

Foldable phones are evolving slowly, with Samsung leading in the market. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago
Design

Galaxy Z Fold 6 renders reveal sharp design, rumors of Ultra model appear - Yanko Design

Samsung leads in foldable phone market share.
Galaxy Z Fold 6 focused on iterative design over new features. [ more ]
GSMArena.com
2 months ago
Web design

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 renders show a familiar design, but dimensions suggest changes

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 design reveals slight refinements with a larger battery and improved hinge.
Expected Z Flip6 dimensions suggest minor changes from the previous model, potentially for accommodating a bigger battery and reducing the fold crease. [ more ]
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Ars Technica
2 months ago
Gadgets

The Nothing Phone 2a is a light-up budget phone for $349

Nothing releases budget phone 'Nothing Phone 2a' in Europe for 329 euros and coming to the US for $349 with limited carrier support.
The Nothing Phone 2a features a unique design with lights, faux-mechanical cladding, and a mix of plastic and glass materials, but lacks easy repair access. [ more ]
GSMArena.com
2 months ago
Design

Nothing Phone (2a) is official with Dimensity 7200 Pro, Glyph design

The Nothing Phone (2a) offers a similar experience to the previous model at a lower price point.
The design of the Nothing Phone (2a) focuses on a dual camera system and a unique back panel design for better durability. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
2 months ago
Graphic design

Nothing Phone 2a looks like it's been designed by Pixar - I love it

Unique design concept of Nothing Phone 2a stands out with quirky and memorable aesthetic.
Phone design focuses on personality and creativity over traditional tech-driven approach. [ more ]
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Engadget
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Samsung Galaxy S24 and S24+ review: A taste of generative AI in everyday use

Samsung's Galaxy S24 series focuses heavily on AI features, but physically, they are not much different from the S23 series.
The competition from Google Pixel 8 series offers similar AI features from an established AI company. [ more ]
Inverse
1 week ago
Web design

The Real Reason Google Keeps Changing the Pixel Camera Bar

Smartphones used to have unique designs, but now they are becoming more uniform, with the rear camera setup being a key distinguishing feature. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 week ago
Web design

Sharp still makes smartphones and its latest design is beautiful but a little off - Yanko Design

Sharp AQUOS R9 embraces minimalism in design, standing out in the smartphone market. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago
Web design

Elegant, minimalist smartphone design meets appealing features and price tag - Yanko Design

Smartphone manufacturers focus on design impact for product success.
Minimalist beauty and materials play a key role in smartphone design trends. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago
Web design

Google Pixel 9 and 9 Pro XL renders show a less dramatic design change - Yanko Design

The Pixel 9 is expected to move away from the visor camera design of previous models.
The design change in the Pixel 9 cameras might be controversial among fans. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago
Web design

World's First E-Ink Smartphone with a QWERTY Keyboard will get your eyes and hands to fall in love - Yanko Design

The Minimalist Phone combines traditional smartphone features with a no-nonsense design, reintroducing a QWERTY keyboard.
The phone runs on Android 13, supports popular apps, and has both rear and front-facing cameras, yet promotes minimalistic usage. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
2 months ago
Web design

I'm nostalgic for wild Y2K phone design

Smartphone design has evolved from diverse and innovative forms to a more uniform shape.
In the past, phones featured unique designs like rotating, flipping, and sliding mechanisms in various colors. [ more ]
GSMArena.com
1 week ago
Gadgets

This is what the OnePlus 13 could look like

The OnePlus 13 is rumored to feature a revamped rear design with a square camera island instead of a circle. [ more ]
GSMArena.com
1 month ago
Gadgets

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs. Google Pixel 8 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and Google Pixel 8 Pro have different design approaches and advantages.
Despite the Galaxy S24 Ultra having more premium materials, the Pixel 8 Pro masks its size better and offers unique design features. [ more ]
GSMArena.com
7 hours ago
Wearables

Samsung Galaxy M35 shown in 360 degrees in three colors

Samsung Galaxy M35 features Exynos 1380 SoC, 6GB RAM, and 6000mAh battery, design similar to mid-range phones. [ more ]
GSMArena.com
2 weeks ago
Wearables

Huawei Pura 70 Ultra hands-on review

The Huawei Pura 70 Ultra boasts impressive camera technology, design, screen, Kirin chipset, and battery capabilities, standing out despite US sanctions. [ more ]
bootcamp.uxdesign.cc
4 weeks ago
UX design

Steering the future: a new vision for car UX

Car interfaces may have evolved in design, but the user experience (UX) has not kept up, similar to the early stages of smartphone development. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago
UX design

SME smartphone concept aims to aid the visually impaired - Yanko Design

Smartphone concept designed for visually impaired
Innovative features for ease of use and functionality [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago
UX design

Nothing Phone (2a) Review: Nothing Beats the Beauty of Essentials - Yanko Design

Smartphones focusing on thoughtful design and accessible technology
Nothing Phone (2a) features unique semi-transparent design and Glyph Interface [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 months ago
UX design

A designer turned the Adidas Logo into a smartphone camera bump and if this isn't iconic, I don't know what is - Yanko Design

The FOG phone concept by 2-LA Design incorporates a unique camera bump design that aligns with Adidas' 3-stripe logo, making it a memorable and distinct smartphone.
The design of the FOG phone demonstrates the importance of leveraging design elements to create a cohesive and aesthetically pleasing overall product. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
3 months ago
UX design

Why the Rabbit R1 might be the first meaningful departure from smartphone design

The recently announced Rabbit Handheld R1 AI device promises to revolutionize technological responses to natural language input.
It offers the opportunity for complex tasks to be carried out via voice activation using AI. [ more ]
GSMArena.com
2 months ago
Apple

Apple iPhone SE 4 renders reveal iPhone 14 frame and notched screen

iPhone SE 4 will have an OLED panel, resembling the iPhone 14 in design with a single back camera.
The iPhone SE 4 may lack an Action button or Mute switch, creating speculation about design changes. [ more ]
GSMArena.com
3 months ago
Apple

iPhone 16 camera bump design changes again says rumor

Apple is rumored to change the design of the entry-level iPhone 16 with a vertical camera array.
The iPhone 16 is expected to offer spatial video recording capabilities. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago
Design

Vivo V30 Pro Review: Putting The Focus Where It Counts - Yanko Design

Technology blurs market tiers, making mid-range phones competitive with flagships.
Vivo V30 Pro focuses on aesthetics inspired by nature, using innovative design techniques. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 months ago
Design

nubia Z60 Ultra Review: Challenging Conventions - Yanko Design

The nubia Z60 Ultra is a smartphone that stands out for its unconventional design and aesthetic.
The phone features a flat and angular design, with a unique camera bump that diverges from the typical round shapes seen on other smartphones. [ more ]
GSMArena.com
5 months ago
Design

Honor Magic6 and 6 Pro Porsche Design renders surface online.

Honor and Porsche Design are collaborating on high-end smartphone designs
The first models are expected to arrive in January 2024
Leaked images show the Magic6 Porsche Design with a horizontal design and leather finish [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago
Web design

Future Smartphones could have backplates made from 3D displays, fiberglass, or even fragrant leather - Yanko Design

TECNO is exploring innovative outer materials for smartphones, such as color-changing materials and organic fabric leather.
Their Chameleon Coloring Technology allows for full-spectrum color shifting, rapid reaction time, and minimal power consumption. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Digital life

OnePlus 12 review: smartphone left behind by top rivals

1. OnePlus 12 lacks AI tools seen in rival handsets but offers a clutter-free experience at a lower cost.
2. The phone features Qualcomm's latest top Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, providing power efficiency and long battery life. [ more ]
GSMArena.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Turns out the render of the Nothing Phone (2a) was fake

The supposed render of the Nothing Phone (2a) circulating on social media is actually of an unreleased Nothing smartphone that never made it.
The render was questioned by Evan Blass because it didn't align with Nothing's tagline of 'See the world through fresh eyes'. Instead, the actual Nothing Phone (2a) is expected to have a redesigned camera island. [ more ]
ReadWrite
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

T-Mobile parent company wants to create an AI phone with no apps

Deutsche Telekom aims to create an app-free smartphone using artificial intelligence (AI)
The AI will predict interfaces contextually based on user's thoughts and perform tasks via voice command [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 months ago
Web design

The Twitter (X) Smartphone sports an X-shaped camera and a dedicated rear display for notifications - Yanko Design

The Object-X is a concept phone designed by Antonio De Rosa that is centered around Tesla and Twitter.
The phone has a dedicated rear display for Twitter and features Tesla integration and AI-based computational photography. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
4 months ago
Web design

Hoax Rolex smartphone design fools almost everyone

Realme-Rolex collaboration image went viral but turned out to be a hoax.
Realme actually collaborated with watchmaker Ollivier Savéo, not Rolex. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
5 months ago
Web design

Samsung Galaxy A15 and A25 launched with an odd design element - Yanko Design

Samsung is adopting a more consistent and unique design language for its smartphones.
The new Galaxy A15 and A25 models feature a raised 'Key Island' design for the volume and power buttons. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
5 months ago
Web design

Galaxy S24 designs unofficial look reveals familiar faces, subtle changes - Yanko Design

Samsung is expected to release the Galaxy S24 family as its flagship phones for 2024.
The design of the Galaxy S24 will feature subtle changes with a focus on a flatter and more minimalistic design. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
5 months ago
Web design

OPPO Find X7 camera design leak could leave you scratching your head - Yanko Design

Camera bumps are a necessary compromise in smartphone design.
OPPO has had success with innovative camera bump designs in the past. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
5 months ago
Web design

OnePlus 12 design revealed with a very familiar face, no wood grains in sight - Yanko Design

OnePlus 12 will use the same design as its predecessor, providing familiarity and stability.
The camera design on OnePlus 12 will be similar to previous models with a small change of adding a fourth sensor. [ more ]
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