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Mobile UX

iQOO 15T gets a launch date, key specs revealed

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iQOO 15T full specs leak

6 hours ago

Mobile UX

iQOO 15T gets a launch date, key specs revealed

Mobile UX

iQOO 15T full specs leak

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The Trump phone starts shipping this week, CEO claims

Mobile UX

Samsung Galaxy vs. Google Pixel: My take after testing dozens of phones from both brands

6 hours ago

The Trump phone starts shipping this week, CEO claims

Trump Mobile says the Trump phone will start shipping this week and all preorders will be fulfilled within the next few weeks.

Samsung Galaxy vs. Google Pixel: My take after testing dozens of phones from both brands

Samsung offers a broader ecosystem and superior hardware compared to Google, making it a better choice for users with existing Samsung products.

Mobile UX

Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Find X9s are coming to India next week

Mobile UX

Weekly poll results: the Oppo Find X9 Ultra is like a diamond, brilliant but expensive

Oppo Find X9 Ultra, Find X9s India launch date and price tipped

Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Find X9s will launch in India on May 15, with pricing starting at INR 70,000 for the X9s.

10 hours ago

Mobile UX

Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Find X9s are coming to India next week

Mobile UX

Weekly poll results: the Oppo Find X9 Ultra is like a diamond, brilliant but expensive

Oppo Find X9 Ultra, Find X9s India launch date and price tipped

Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Find X9s will launch in India on May 15, with pricing starting at INR 70,000 for the X9s.

Sony Xperia 1 VIII unveiled with larger 48MP telephoto sensor, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

Xperia 1 VIII upgrades telephoto imaging with a larger 1/1.56" sensor, improved low-light performance, and a new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.

19 hours ago

Deal: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is 30% off right now on Amazon US

Galaxy S25+ is cheaper than Galaxy S26+ while performance remains similar, and One UI 8.5 rollout narrows differences between models.

IDC: India's smartphone market declined 4.1% in Q1, vivo still dominates

India’s smartphone shipments fell 4.1% in Q1 to 31 million units while market value rose 5.8% due to higher prices and front-loaded inventory amid subdued consumer demand.

Realme 16T's launch date, key specs, and design revealed

Realme 16T launches May 22 with an 8,000mAh battery, 45W charging, a 6.8-inch display, and up to 11 hours of BGMI gameplay at stable 60 FPS.

Fourth vivo X500 family member breaks cover

vivo’s X500 lineup is expanding with an X500 Pro Max, featuring a 6.9-inch display, advanced camera hardware, and likely a Dimensity 9600 chipset.

vivo X300 FE review

vivo X300 FE combines a compact LTPO AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 performance, capable triple cameras, and a 6,500mAh battery with fast wired and wireless charging.

Mobile UX

vivo X300 FE in for review

vivo X300 FE review

vivo X300 FE combines a compact LTPO AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 performance, capable triple cameras, and a 6,500mAh battery with fast wired and wireless charging.

Mobile UX

vivo X300 FE in for review

HMD Vibe 2 5G to debut on May 21 with a 6,000mAh battery

HMD Vibe 2 5G launches May 21 in India with 6,000mAh battery, 18W fast charging, 50MP rear camera, and iPhone-like camera design.

vivo X300 Ultra Victory Green hands-on

vivo X300 Ultra launched globally and in India, featuring a 6.82-inch 144Hz LTPO AMOLED display and a circular camera module with multiple 200MP sensors.

vivo X300 Ultra and vivo X300 FE debut in India

vivo X300 Ultra and X300 FE launched in India with pre-orders available, featuring high-end specifications and various pricing options.

vivo X300 Ultra Victory Green hands-on

vivo X300 Ultra launched globally and in India, featuring a 6.82-inch 144Hz LTPO AMOLED display and a circular camera module with multiple 200MP sensors.

vivo X300 Ultra and vivo X300 FE debut in India

vivo X300 Ultra and X300 FE launched in India with pre-orders available, featuring high-end specifications and various pricing options.

Sony Xperia 1 VIII listed, coming May 13, Xiaomi 17T series leaks, Week 19 in review

Multiple upcoming smartphones were leaked or confirmed, including Sony Xperia 1 VIII pricing and launch date, Xiaomi 17T models, Pixel 11 series specs, and Samsung camera and display updates.

#samsung-galaxy-s26

Mobile UX

Weekly deals: the Samsung Galaxy S26 trio gets discounts up to 500, iPhones also get price cuts

Weekly deals: the Samsung Galaxy S26 series is on sale, iPad Air 11" and 13" (M3) get discounts

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series has established a new pricing norm, with the S26 Ultra being the most popular model due to its unique features.

Mobile UX

Weekly deals: the Samsung Galaxy S26 trio gets discounts up to 500, iPhones also get price cuts

Weekly deals: the Samsung Galaxy S26 series is on sale, iPad Air 11" and 13" (M3) get discounts

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series has established a new pricing norm, with the S26 Ultra being the most popular model due to its unique features.

more#samsung-galaxy-s26

Psychology

fromSilicon Canals

People who keep their phone face-down on the table often aren't being polite, many learned early that being reachable was the fastest way to keep the people around them calm, and the gesture is the only boundary they can enforce without having to explain it - Silicon Canals

Face-down phones at meals can signal etiquette, but for some people they also create a quiet boundary against being reachable and feeling responsible.

Selfie video blind test: Davids vs. Goliaths

The vivo X300 Ultra and the Oppo Find X9 Ultra are two of the top camera phones of 2026, and although the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra can't quite match them, it has the advantage of a lower price and a wider availability. Everyone's focus is mostly on the rear cameras, but their selfie modules are respectable as well - the vivo and Oppo have 50MP sensors on the front, while the Samsung sports an optimized 12MP sensor.

Mobile UX

More Honor Magic9 Pro Max specs leak

Honor Magic9 Pro Max is rumored with a 6.8–6.89-inch LTPO OLED 1.5K display, 200MP triple-camera setup, Snapdragon 8 Elite, large 8,000+ mAh battery, and strong water resistance.

Someone out-Trumped the Trump phone

Dreame announced two new phones with no release details, resembling vaporware, while a modular action-cam model and a second device aim high but appear unlikely to launch.

Digital life

fromThe Atlantic

Flipping Off Phones

Smartphone backlash is growing, but direct scientific proof of harm remains inconclusive despite widespread belief that phones worsen well-being.

vivo is resurrecting a long-dead mid-range smartphone range, new rumor claims

A rumored 2026 revival of vivo’s India S series is expected to bring mid-price bucket S2 smartphones, with multiple models potentially planned.

Mobile UX

Three vivo X500 devices are coming

Mobile UX

Watch the vivo X300 Ultra and X300 FE's Indian launch live

vivo V70 Lite 4G and Y05e get certified on their way to release

vivo is set to launch the V70 Lite 4G, featuring a 7,920 mAh battery, 8GB RAM, and 256GB storage.

vivo X300 FE Review: The Compact Flagship That Earns Its Keep - Yanko Design

The vivo X300 FE offers a compact design with high performance, addressing the demand for smaller flagship smartphones without compromising on features.

Mobile UX

vivo X500 Pro Max key specifications tipped

vivo is resurrecting a long-dead mid-range smartphone range, new rumor claims

A rumored 2026 revival of vivo’s India S series is expected to bring mid-price bucket S2 smartphones, with multiple models potentially planned.

Mobile UX

Three vivo X500 devices are coming

Mobile UX

Watch the vivo X300 Ultra and X300 FE's Indian launch live

vivo V70 Lite 4G and Y05e get certified on their way to release

vivo is set to launch the V70 Lite 4G, featuring a 7,920 mAh battery, 8GB RAM, and 256GB storage.

vivo X300 FE Review: The Compact Flagship That Earns Its Keep - Yanko Design

The vivo X300 FE offers a compact design with high performance, addressing the demand for smaller flagship smartphones without compromising on features.

Mobile UX

vivo X500 Pro Max key specifications tipped

RedMagic officially unveils the 11S Pro's launch date

RedMagic 11S Pro will launch in China on May 18 and is teased to include some form of overclocking, with specs still unconfirmed.

6 days ago

Inside Dreame's wild launch event - packed with products no one can buy

Dreame Next 2026 showcased concept-heavy AI products beyond vacuuming, with limited details on specs, timing, or pricing.

Huawei nova 15 Max debuts with an 8,500mAh battery

Huawei nova 15 Max features an 8,500mAh battery with 40W fast charging, a 6.84-inch 120Hz OLED display, and a rebranded Enjoy 90 Pro Max design.

#motorola

6 days ago

Gadgets

Motorola is having a fire sale on the Moto Razr Ultra 2025 - 1TB variant goes for $800

Mobile UX

Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ tipped to launch soon with several upgrades

Gadgets

After using the $1,900 Motorola Razr Fold again, I'm doubling down on my buying advice

Mobile UX

Moto G37 and G37 Power become official with different-sized batteries

fromEngadget

Motorola's latest family of Razrs includes its first book-style foldable - Engadget

Motorola's Razr Fold introduces a book-style foldable phone with unique features like stylus support and the brightest screens in its category.

Motorola unveils the 2026 Razr 70, Razr 70 Plus, and Razr 70 Ultra

Motorola has launched the 2026 Razr series, featuring advanced displays, powerful processors, and improved camera systems.

6 days ago

Motorola is having a fire sale on the Moto Razr Ultra 2025 - 1TB variant goes for $800

Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is priced at $1,500 with minimal upgrades compared to the 2025 model, which costs $800.

Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ tipped to launch soon with several upgrades

Motorola is launching the Edge 70 Pro+ in India, featuring upgrades like a telephoto camera and wireless charging compared to the Indian variant.

After using the $1,900 Motorola Razr Fold again, I'm doubling down on my buying advice

Motorola's Razr Fold features a large display, powerful processor, and impressive camera specifications, but performance details are pending full review.

Mobile UX

Moto G37 and G37 Power become official with different-sized batteries

fromEngadget

Motorola's latest family of Razrs includes its first book-style foldable - Engadget

Motorola's Razr Fold introduces a book-style foldable phone with unique features like stylus support and the brightest screens in its category.

Motorola unveils the 2026 Razr 70, Razr 70 Plus, and Razr 70 Ultra

Motorola has launched the 2026 Razr series, featuring advanced displays, powerful processors, and improved camera systems.

It's time to let my iPhone Mini go

The iPhone 13 Mini remains a beloved device, but its time has come to an end for the user.

The iPhone 17 was the best-selling smartphone globally in Q1 this year

The iPhone 17 continues to outperform its predecessor owing to key upgrades like higher base storage, camera resolution, display refresh rate bringing the smartphone closer to the Pro variants and providing overall value for late adopters.

Mobile UX

#xiaomi

Mobile UX

A variant of the Xiaomi 18 Ultra may use the Xring O3, Xiaomi's upcoming in-house chipset

Mobile UX

Xiaomi 17T and 17T Pro specs, official images, and price leaked

Xiaomi Civi 6, Civi 6 Pro's specs tipped

Xiaomi is expected to launch the Civi 6 Pro with Dimensity 9500 SoC and a 50MP periscope camera soon.

Mobile UX

Xiaomi 17T and 17T Pro full specs and prices leak

Xiaomi 17T breaks cover in new listing

Xiaomi's 17T series smartphones are set to launch in May, featuring a familiar design and upgraded specifications.

Mobile UX

A variant of the Xiaomi 18 Ultra may use the Xring O3, Xiaomi's upcoming in-house chipset

Mobile UX

Xiaomi 17T and 17T Pro specs, official images, and price leaked

Xiaomi Civi 6, Civi 6 Pro's specs tipped

Xiaomi is expected to launch the Civi 6 Pro with Dimensity 9500 SoC and a 50MP periscope camera soon.

Mobile UX

Xiaomi 17T and 17T Pro full specs and prices leak

Xiaomi 17T breaks cover in new listing

Xiaomi's 17T series smartphones are set to launch in May, featuring a familiar design and upgraded specifications.

Samsung Galaxy A57 5G Review: Not Worth It at Full Price

Galaxy A57 5G offers minor improvements but faces tough competition, making it less appealing compared to other options like Galaxy S25 FE.

Mobile UX

Samsung starts selling the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE in the US again

Mobile UX

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 to bring crease-free display and new hinge

Mobile UX

Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra to have fewer cameras than its predecessor

fromwww.theguardian.com

Galaxy S26 review: Samsung's still-compact flagship Android

The Samsung S26 is a compact flagship phone that remains competitive despite minimal changes from the previous model.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide to have the same selfie camera improvement as the Fold8

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Fold Wide will feature the smallest hole punches for selfie cameras on their cover displays.

fromgizmodo.com

Samsung Galaxy A57 5G Review: Not Worth It at Full Price

Galaxy A57 5G offers minor improvements but faces tough competition, making it less appealing compared to other options like Galaxy S25 FE.

Mobile UX

Samsung starts selling the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE in the US again

Mobile UX

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 to bring crease-free display and new hinge

Mobile UX

Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra to have fewer cameras than its predecessor

fromwww.theguardian.com

Galaxy S26 review: Samsung's still-compact flagship Android

The Samsung S26 is a compact flagship phone that remains competitive despite minimal changes from the previous model.

Mobile UX

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide to have the same selfie camera improvement as the Fold8

Google Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, Pixel 11 Pro Fold specs leak

The Google Pixel 11 family will feature the Tensor G6 SoC and various display and camera enhancements across its models.

fromWIRED

This Company Has Figured Out a Way to Make Face ID Invisible

The notch in smartphones is being replaced by smaller punch-hole cameras and new under-display technology from Metalenz.

#honor-600

Mobile UX

Honor 600 and Honor 600 Pro launch in more regions

Honor 600 and 600 Pro launched in Europe, expanding to Asia-Pacific and Middle East with pre-orders available in Singapore.

HONOR 600 Review: Looks Premium, Lasts all day, and Doesn't Cost a Fortune - Yanko Design

HONOR 600 offers premium design and features at an affordable price, standing out in a market of similar-looking smartphones.

Mobile UX

Honor 600 and Honor 600 Pro launch in more regions

HONOR 600 Review: Looks Premium, Lasts all day, and Doesn't Cost a Fortune - Yanko Design

HONOR 600 offers premium design and features at an affordable price, standing out in a market of similar-looking smartphones.

Mobile UX

OnePlus Ace 7 tipped to feature an active cooling fan

Here's when the OnePlus Nord CE6 and OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite go on sale

OnePlus is launching the Nord CE6 and Nord CE6 Lite in India on May 7, with sales starting on May 8 and May 12 respectively.

Mobile UX

OnePlus Ace 7 tipped to feature an active cooling fan

Here's when the OnePlus Nord CE6 and OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite go on sale

OnePlus is launching the Nord CE6 and Nord CE6 Lite in India on May 7, with sales starting on May 8 and May 12 respectively.

Weekly poll: Would you buy the Oppo Find X9 Ultra? What about the Oppo Find X9s?

Oppo Find X9 Ultra aims to compete with flagship models from vivo and Xiaomi at a price of €1,700.

Weekly poll results: the Honor 600 Pro overshadows the Honor 600

The Honor 600 Pro is favored despite its higher price, but it needs a discount to compete with actual flagships.

Weekly deals: Nothing Phone (3) goes on sale, Galaxy S26 and Pixel 10 series also discounted

Shipping times for Mother's Day gifts are slipping, but most phones will still arrive on time.

#realme

Mobile UX

Alleged Realme 16T appears on Geekbench with key specs

Realme 16x colors, RAM and storage options leak

Realme is set to launch the 16x 5G model in India, succeeding the 15x with various RAM and storage options.

fromGadgets 360

Realme 16T, Realme Watch S5 Spotted on Malaysian Database, May Launch Soon

Realme is set to launch the Realme 16T and Realme Watch S5 soon, as indicated by SIRIM certification.

Mobile UX

Alleged Realme 16T appears on Geekbench with key specs

Realme 16x colors, RAM and storage options leak

Realme is set to launch the 16x 5G model in India, succeeding the 15x with various RAM and storage options.

fromGadgets 360

Realme 16T, Realme Watch S5 Spotted on Malaysian Database, May Launch Soon

Realme is set to launch the Realme 16T and Realme Watch S5 soon, as indicated by SIRIM certification.

AnTuTu results for April are in, iQOO leads the smartphone charts

iQOO 15 Ultra leads AnTuTu scores for April, with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 dominating flagship devices.

vivo S50t gets official, you won't believe what's different compared to the S50

The vivo S50t features UFS 3.1 storage, differing from the S50's UFS 4.1, with no other changes between the two models.

Dreame - the vacuum company - just 'launched' its own phones

Dreame, known for robot vacuums, is now venturing into smartphones with two new models, the Aurora Nex LS1 and Aurora Lux.

fromTheregister

Phone buyers delay purchases, hold onto handsets longer

Smartphone replacement cycles are lengthening due to inflation and rising costs, leading to decreased demand for new devices.

Dreame talks about its smartphones again without revealing any specs

Dreame is preparing for an IPO in the US and has announced a range of smartphones without providing specific details.

iQOO Z11 series is going global next week

iQOO Z11 series confirmed for Malaysia launch with design changes and new specifications.

fromWIRED

Motorola's Moto G Stylus Is a Tough Sell at $500

Moto G Stylus 2026 offers unique features like an active stylus and microSD support, but faces criticism for pricing and camera performance.

The new Razr Ultra is still the best-looking phone out there

The 2026 Motorola Razr Ultra is more expensive than last year's model with minimal updates, yet it remains visually appealing.

Motorola just revealed the Razr Fold's price and hoo boy

2026 will be challenging for high-end phone launches due to rising prices and the Razr Fold costing $1,900.

Tecno Spark 50 Pro could debut next month with a 6,000mAh battery

The Tecno Spark 50 Pro is said to debut in India in May, but will arrive in global markets slightly earlier.

Mobile UX

I tested a BlackBerry-style Android phone with a keyboard, and it's weirdly practical in 2026

Unihertz Titan 2 Elite is the best phone the company has made, featuring a physical keyboard and a sleek design.

vivo Y600 Pro arrives with 10,200mAh Si-C battery and Dimensity 7300e

Vivo's Y600 Pro smartphone features a groundbreaking 10,200mAh battery, offering exceptional longevity and advanced charging capabilities.

Apple

from24/7 Wall St.

OpenAI + Qualcomm Tie-Up Signals AI Smartphone Revolution: Should Apple Be Worried?

AI-first smartphones may disrupt the market, challenging Apple's dominance and potentially leading to significant sales growth for Qualcomm and MediaTek.

Huawei Pura X Max, Pura 90 Pro, Moto Edge 70 Pro are official, Week 17 in review

Huawei launched the Pura series, featuring the Pura X Max foldable with a unique design and impressive specifications.

Weekly poll results: the Poco X8 Pro Max is a fan favorite, Poco X8 Pro is liked but not loved

Poco's X8 Pro Max is favored over the Pro, despite some concerns about size and camera quality.

Poco C81 arrives with a 120Hz screen and 6,300 mAh battery, C81x tags along

Poco launched the C81 and C81x smartphones, featuring different specifications and price points, with a focus on battery life and software updates.

Weekly poll results: the Poco X8 Pro Max is a fan favorite, Poco X8 Pro is liked but not loved

Poco's X8 Pro Max is favored over the Pro, despite some concerns about size and camera quality.

Poco C81 arrives with a 120Hz screen and 6,300 mAh battery, C81x tags along

Poco launched the C81 and C81x smartphones, featuring different specifications and price points, with a focus on battery life and software updates.

Google Pixel 10a vs Google Pixel 9a

The Google Pixel 10a is very similar to the Pixel 9a, with minor differences in design and display durability.

Apple

The US gets the worst phones

Apple and Samsung's slow innovation has created a gap in the US smartphone market compared to global competitors.

Redmi is working on three smartphones with 10,000 mAh batteries

Redmi is developing three smartphones featuring a 10,000 mAh battery and 100W wired charging.

#iphone-18

Apple

iPhone 18 now rumored to get one key upgrade after all

Mobile UX

iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Ultra dummy units leak

Apple

iPhone 18 now rumored to get one key upgrade after all

iPhone 18 will feature 12GB of RAM and an A20 chipset, but may have some downgrades to reduce costs.