The Y-series devices are vivo’s best-sellers in China, and the brand-new Y500 has finally made its debut. The new device continues the trend of Chinese midrangers with massive battery capacity as it gets a gargantuan 8,200mAh (!) cell. That’s not the only new addition, as the phone is now IP68/IP69 rated against water and dust, … Read More “vivo Y500 brings 8,200mAh battery, IP69 rating and Dimensity 7300” »
Following vivo V60’s introduction in India, the phone launched internationally starting with the Malaysian, Taiwanese and Vietnamese markets. That second launch event was held in Malaysia and it kicked off the V Series Portrait Master Project. This project is described as “a global initiative that will bring together cutting-edge mobile imaging technology with the artistry … Read More “vivo taps popular photographer to show off the portrait skills of the vivo V60” »
Samsung’s affordable A series phone, the Galaxy A17 5G, is now available for purchase in additional European countries. The handset first made its appearance online in early August and subsequently went on sale in the UK. It was also launched in India late last month. The Galaxy A17 5G is now available in Germany, the … Read More “Samsung Galaxy A17 5G rolls out to more European markets” »
Introduction We’ve rounded up a bunch of smartphones from around the world that not only carry an Ultra in their name but also provide a truly Ultra cameraphone experience. The line-up for this photo and video contest, which is unlike anything we’ve done in recent times, includes heavy hitters such as the Huawei Pura 80 … Read More “The Ultra cameraphone comparison: Oppo vs Samsung vs Xiaomi vs Vivo vs Huawei” »
OnePlus has been investing a lot in camera capabilities in the past few years, aiming to rectify what had traditionally been one of the biggest gripes people had with its phones before – image quality. Now, it’s going to take things to another level, according to a new rumor. OnePlus is allegedly working on its … Read More “OnePlus 15 to debut self-developed Image Engine” »
Apple’s first foldable-display iPhone, which we’re calling iPhone Fold for the sake of simplicity, is widely rumored to be coming in late 2026, after many, many years of rumors and speculation about it. When it does arrive, it won’t have an in-display fingerprint scanner, according to renowned purveyor of Apple-related supply chain information Ming-Chi Kuo. … Read More “Apple’s first foldable iPhone won’t have an in-display fingerprint sensor, analyst claims” »
Realme launched the Watch 3 in 2022, and it’s been missing a successor ever since. That will, however, change soon, if a new rumor is to be believed. The Realme Watch 5 is allegedly coming, and the renders below purportedly portray it. The Realme Watch 5 is said to have a 1.97-inch rectangular AMOLED screen … Read More “Realme Watch 5 renders and specs leak” »
In early August, Samsung revealed the roadmap for One UI 8 beta rollout for older and mid-range devices. According to it, the Galaxy A36, A35, A55 and A54 would get it in September and, indeed, here comes the first beta. The Samsung Galaxy A36 is the newest model of the A-series (the A56 is suspiciously … Read More “First One UI 8 beta arrives on Galaxy A36, A35, A55 and A54, Galaxy S23 series too” »
Last year’s Xiaomi 15 series made its debut in October with the Xiaomi 15 and 15 Pro and according to leaks the 16 series will arrive earlier than that. A new post by Digital Chat Station reveals that the Xiaomi 16 models will launch in the second-to-last week of September. More specifically, DCS believes we’ll … Read More “Xiaomi 16 series’ launch date tipped” »
Like previous generations, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL will receive 7 major OS updates, meaning that support will end in 2032 with Android 23. That’s great for the software, but will the hardware live that long? The best way to find out is to wait and see – the second best (and much faster) … Read More “The Pixel 10 Pro XL passes the bend test with flying colors” »