Tecno Camon 50 and Camon 50 Pro images and specs revealed by the Google Play Console

The Tecno Camon 40 and Camon 40 Pro arrived last May, and now their successors are almost ready to be officially unveiled. Both the Tecno Camon 50 and the Camon 50 Pro have been listed in the Google Play Console. As usual, this means we get an image of each device's front, as well as some specs. Tecno Camon 50 (left) and Tecno Camon 50 Pro (right) The Camon 50 has a hole-punch selfie camera and a flat screen, while the Camon 50 Pro goes with a curved display with a pill-shaped cutout for the selfie camera(s). The Camon 50 and 50 Pro both have the same 1080x2364 screen...

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Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 invite leaks, date revealed

Samsung is likely to announce the Galaxy S26 series launch date soon. However, ahead of an official reveal, a trusted tipster has leaked the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event invite, effectively confirming the date. Tipster Evan Blass has shared the invite on X, revealing that the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event is scheduled for February 25. However, the leaked poster does not disclose the event’s location. Alongside the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung is also expected to unveil the Galaxy Buds4 series at the Unpacked event. Previous rumors have also suggested the...

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Apple posts record Q1 earnings fueled by unprecedented iPhone demand

Apple announced its Q1,2026 fiscal quarter results, and it was headlined by the strongest iPhone quarter ever. While Apple calls it Q1, 2026, this fiscal quarter ended on December 27, 2025, aka the holiday period, which is traditionally Apple’s strongest quarter. Total revenue reached $143.8 billion – up 16% from the same time last year, while net profits came in at just over $42 billion. The strong results were fueled by “unprecedented” demand for the iPhone. Apple reported its iPhone revenue reached $85.3 billion, which is an all-time high. The favorable result was largely driven by the...

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Redmi Turbo 5 unveiled with Dimensity 8500-Ultra, 7,560mAh battery

Alongside the Turbo 5 Max, which went official in China yesterday, Redmi also unveiled the base Turbo 5 with a smaller battery and the Dimensity 8500-Ultra SoC. It’s the first phone in the world to feature the MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra chipset. The Turbo 5 comes with LPDDR5 Ultra RAM, UFS 4.1 storage, and the same vapor chamber cooling setup as the larger Max model. The Redmi Turbo 5 features a slightly smaller 6.59-inch AMOLED display compared to the Max variant. The display offers a 120Hz refresh rate, 3,500 nits peak brightness, and a Full-HD+ resolution. It’s also a 12-bit...

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Motorola’s Moto G77 and G67 are now official

Following a barrage of leaks and rumors, Motorola finally unveiled its Moto G77 and Moto G67 midrangers. The two share most of their key specs, but the G77 gets the better main camera and more RAM. Moto G77 Both phones are equipped with 6.8-inch AMOLEDs featuring FHD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rates and 5,000 nits peak local brightness. Both panels are protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i. You also get 32MP selfie cameras and embedded fingerprint scanners on both. Moto G77 gets MediaTek’s Dimensity 6400 chipset paired with 8GB RAM, while the G67 is equipped with a Dimensity...

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iQOO 15R's Dark Knight model teased ahead of launch

iQOO is set to launch the iQOO 15R in India on January 24. The brand previously showed us the 15R with a checkered design, and now we are looking at the smartphone's Dark Knight version, which is black and has a stealthy look. However, it's unclear if these will be the only colors the iQOO 15R will come in, or if there will be more options. Power, dressed in its perfect form. Meet Dark Knight on the iQOO 15R.A deep black finish that feels calm, premium, and unmistakably bold.Minimal on the surface, commanding in presence, built for those who prefer power!Shaped for everyday...

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Deezer makes it easier for rival platforms to take a stance against AI-generated music

Last year, Deezer introduced an AI detection tool that automatically tags fully AI-generated music for listeners and removes it from algorithmic and editorial recommendations. The company announced on Thursday that it’s now making the tool available to other streaming platforms in an effort to help address the rise of AI and fraudulent streams, as well […]

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Samsung unveils enhanced Care+ protection plan in Europe

Today Samsung has announced an enhanced Samsung Care+ protection plan for 17 European markets. This includes unlimited accidental damage cover, for knocks, drops, and spills, with a "streamlined" excess fee. There's also seamless care at home as well as abroad - the previous 60-day trip limit has been removed. For walk-in repairs, 175 new locations have been added, but of course there's still the option to send in your device for repair too. Devices with a battery capacity falling below 80% after the end of the standard manufacturer warranty are eligible for a free battery...

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Google pitches Gemini to students studying for India’s most competitive college entrance exam

Google's launch of practice tests for JEE follows its recent move to offer full-length SAT practice tests in Gemini.

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Study finds why people aren't upgrading to iOS 26

According to a new survey conducted by SellCell on 2,000 US-based adult iPhone users this month, 22% haven't upgraded to iOS 26 yet, despite it being available since September. The main reason is not knowing about it, followed by thinking the iPhone would update automatically. Battery life getting worse is also a reason, followed by people simply not wanting the new Liquid Glass design. People are also concerned about their iPhone getting slower after the update. 61% of users don't update right away, most of them waiting a bit to see if there are any huge issues reported. There are...

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Redmi Turbo 5 key specs confirmed ahead of launch

The Redmi Turbo 5 series is scheduled to launch in China tomorrow. Ahead of the launch, Redmi has been teasing several details about the lineup. After recently confirming key specs of the Turbo 5 Max, the brand has now revealed details about the standard Turbo 5. In a series of Weibo posts, Redmi has confirmed that the Turbo 5 will be powered by the Dimensity 8500-Ultra chipset. It will be paired with LPDDR5X Ultra RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. The phone will also get a 3D ice-sealed vapor chamber setup that is said to improve heat dissipation. Redmi has also revealed the display and...

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Galaxy A07 5G debuts with 6,000mAh battery, 120Hz display

Samsung’s new A-series phone, the Galaxy A07 5G is officially unveiled in the Philippines and is available for purchase. It was recently listed on the official Samsung website in Myanmar as well. The Galaxy A07 5G is equipped with a 6nm octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC. In the Philippines, the phone gets 4GB of RAM and up to 128GB storage. It also sports a microSD card slot for storage expansion. It comes with a 6.7-inch LCD with a refresh rate of 120Hz, 800 nits HBM brightness, and an HD+ resolution. At the back, the Galaxy A07 5G gets a dual camera setup with a 50MP main...

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‘Among the worst we’ve seen’: report slams xAI’s Grok over child safety failures

“We assess a lot of AI chatbots at Common Sense Media, and they all have risks, but Grok is among the worst we’ve seen,” Robbie Torney of Common Sense Media said.

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iQOO 15R launch scheduled for next month

iQOO has been teasing the 15R for the Indian market for the past few weeks, and the company has now officially confirmed the phone’s India launch date. The iQOO 15R will debut in India on February 24, the company confirmed in an X post. Although the brand hasn’t revealed any details about the upcoming phone, recent leaks have suggested that it could be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset. The phone will run Android 16-based OriginOS and offer a dual-rear camera setup. The handset appears to be a rebrand of the iQOO Z11 Turbo, which was unveiled in China earlier this...

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Moto G17's memory and storage amounts leak, G17 Power is also on the way

Motorola launched the G15 entry-level 4G-only smartphone in December of 2024 and then finally released it last February, so you wouldn't be wrong for thinking it's now high time for a successor to show up. And Motorola appears to be thinking the same way, as it's working on the G17. [#InlinePriceWidget,13507,1#] An FAQ page for the G17, regarding inserting or removing a SIM card, is already live on Motorola's US support site, confirming the phone's development and also the fact that it supports microSD cards up to 1TB in size. This page also tells us that there will be a Moto G17 Power...

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HMD Watch X1 and Watch P1 debut alongside 6 new Dub series TWS earbuds

HMD is now in the smartwatch business as the brand announced its premium Watch X1 and the “versatile” Watch P1. The two watches were also joined by six new TWS earbuds in the Dub series. HMD Watch X1 and Watch P1 Watch X1 gets a 1.43” AMOLED display with 466x466px resolution and 600 nits peak brightness. Being an OLED, it supports Always On Display functionality and animated watch faces. Watch P1 is equipped with a 1.83” LCD with 240 x 284px resolution and 550 nits peak brightness. Both watches boot a proprietary real-time operating system (RTOS) and are controlled via the HMD...

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iQOO 15 Ultra launch date confirmed, specs leak

After recently confirming that the iQOO 15 Ultra will debut next month, the company has now revealed its exact launch date in China. Meanwhile, a well-known tipster has leaked the handset’s key specifications. The iQOO 15 Ultra will be unveiled in China on February 4 alongside the TWS Air3. iQOO hasn’t confirmed a lot of details about the upcoming 15 Ultra, but it will pack an active-cooling fan and a unique design. The phone will feature shoulder triggers with a 600Hz sampling rate and separate control chips. It will be available in two color options. According to tipster...

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Synthesia hits $4B valuation, lets employees cash out

British startup Synthesia, whose AI platform helps companies create interactive training videos, has raised a $200 million Series E round of funding that brings its valuation to $4 billion — up from $2.1 billion just a year ago.

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What is Bending Spoons? Everything to know about Eventbrite’s acquirer

Bending Spoons remains largely unknown, even as its portfolio of products has served more than a billion people.

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Asus exits phone making, more Galaxy S26 news, Week 4 in review

This week, Asus confirmed that it won't be making any more smartphones. The company will instead focus its energy on R&D on commercial PCs and physical AI (i.e., robotics and smart glasses). The company will continue to support existing smartphones, however. Per Ice Universe, Samsung will unveil the S26 series on February 25. Pre-orders will begin on February 26 and end on March 4. Then a pre-sale period from March 5 to March 10, and then general sales from March 11. The Galaxy S26 Ultra was initially reported to ship in four colors, but Evleaks says we're expecting more than...

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Deals: OnePlus 15R falls to the same price as the Poco F8 Ultra, Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL on sale too

Last week, we looked at the OnePlus 15R – with a €100 discount only for the 512GB model, it was effectively a free storage upgrade type deal. Now there’s also an additional €20 discount at checkout – that’s not much, but the phone only just launched. The €20 discount is available on the 256GB variant too, but since that costs €700, it doesn’t make sense. OnePlus 15R €100 off + €20 off at checkout Read our review 12/512GB - €680 at Amazon DE €680 is the exact...

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Weekly poll: can the 200MP cameras of the Realme 16 Pro and 16 Pro+ get you to buy one?

A couple of weeks ago, Realme launched the 16 Pro and 16 Pro+. Right now, they are only available in India, which is a shame – these two have some impressive specs and though they are a bit pricey, they could have found success in other markets too. The Realme 16 Pro+ flaunts a 200MP main camera (1/1.56”, OIS) and a 50MP 3.5x periscope (1/2.76”, f/2.8, OIS), plus an 8MP ultra-wide camera and a 50MP selfie module. It’s not perfect (video stabilization and ultra-wide videos in particular being substandard), but it is better than most mid-range phones – many of which don’t even have a...

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How PopWheels helped a food cart ditch generators for e-bike batteries

PopWheels realized its battery swapping network could be used for more than food delivery workers who need to charge their e-bikes. Now, its planning for an "aggressive rollout" this summer.

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iQOO 15 Ultra confirmed to feature shoulder triggers with 600Hz sampling rate and haptic feedback

The iQOO 15 Ultra will launch in China next month, and images iQOO shared recently revealed its design and color options. These images also showed the iQOO 15 Ultra's right frame with touch-sensitive shoulder triggers, which we now know will have haptic feedback. This revelation comes through a Weibo post by iQOO's product manager, who also said that the iQOO 15 Ultra's touch-sensitive shoulder triggers will have a 600Hz sampling rate and rely on two independent control chips to minimize latency. Additionally, the triggers will be sweat-resistant, and iQOO has used an "anti-sweat"...

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vivo V70 Elite's specs and design surface

vivo is set to unveil the X200T in India on January 27, and, if rumors are to be believed, the brand will introduce the V70 and V70 Elite there next month. While vivo hasn't divulged anything about the V70 series yet, a render of the V70 Elite has surfaced online, revealing its design. According to the source, the V70 will be available in Passion Red and Lemon Yellow, while the V70 Elite will be available in Passion Red, Sand Beige, and Black. The render of the V70 Elite, included below, shows the smartphone in black. It has a flat screen, glass-metal build, and a squircle-shaped camera...

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iQOO 15R's key specs revealed by Geekbench

iQOO will launch the iQOO 15R in India soon. The brand gave us a glimpse of 15R's design but hasn't divulged any specs yet. However, thanks to Geekbench, we know what chipset the iQOO 15R will have under the hood. The iQOO 15R, having model code I2508, is listed on the Geekbench database with an octa-core CPU with two cores clocked at 3.8GHz and six cores clocked at 3.32GHz. The listing also mentions Adreno 829. This suggests the iQOO 15R is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 SoC. The iQOO 15R unit that ran Geekbench was running Android 16 and had 8GB of RAM onboard. However, there...

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TikTok finalizes a deal with US investors, it's now mostly owned by US entities

After months of negotiations, TikTok finalized a deal with several US-based investors days before the next deadline, after which TikTok would have allegedly been banned in the US. Today, TikTok was finally divested from ByteDance, which retains a 20% stake, while the other 80% is split between Oracle, Silver Lake, MGX and others. Each of those three companies gets a 15% stake. Perhaps the most important bit of this deal is that the new joint venture will supposedly protect American users' data and keep TikTok's algorithm on US users' data on its servers. Oracle will be responsible for...

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Honor Magic V6's impressive battery capacity officially confirmed by 3C

The Honor Magic V6, officially confirmed to debut at MWC Barcelona this year, was rumored to offer two battery capacities - 6,900 mAh and 7,200 mAh. A recent report even claimed that the Magic V6 will have the largest battery on a foldable. Thanks to China's 3C, we now know the size of the Magic V6's batteries. According to a screenshot of the 3C certification shared by a Chinese tipster on Weibo, the largest battery on the Honor Magic V6 will have a rated capacity of 7,000 mAh (2,320 mAh + 4,680 mAh), meaning the typical capacity might be around 7,150 mAh. Honor Magic V5 The...

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iPhone Air gains a SIM slot through impressive mod

The iPhone Air is the first iPhone sold as an eSIM-only version all over the world. But a new report from China shows a modified Air with a physical SIM slot next to the USB-C port. The information surrounding this project is bleak, but it was reportedly undertaken by an electronics store based in Shenzhen’s Huaqiangbei market. The project required some clever space-saving solutions, like replacing the Air’s original Taptic Engine vibration motor with a much smaller unit that still retains basic haptic feedback. The gained space allowed the enthusiasts to connect a SIM card reader...

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Motorola Signature launched in India, Moto Watch tags along

The Motorola Signature, unveiled earlier this month, debuted today in India in Pantone Martini Olive and Pantone Carbon colors. It comes in three memory configurations - 12GB/256GB, 16GB/512GB, and 16GB/1TB, priced at INR59,999, INR64,999, and INR69,999, respectively. All colors and configurations will be available starting January 30 through Motorola's official website, Flipkart, and offline stores in India. Motorola Signature's color options Motorola also announced the Signature Club for Signature's customers in India. It's basically a 24/7 personal assistant to help with travel...

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Former Google trio is building an interactive AI-powered learning app for kids

Big tech companies and upcoming startups want to use generative AI to build software and hardware for kids. A lot of those experiences are limited to text or voice, and kids might not find that captivating. Three former Google employees want to get over that hurdle with their generative AI-powered interactive app, Sparkli. Sparkli was […]

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NexPhone is a desktop replacement smartphone that multi-boots Android, Linux and Windows 11

Nex Computer has been tinkering with ways to get more use out of smartphones for the better half of a decade. The company’s NexDock lineup allows compatible Android phones to power a laptop-style shell for added productivity on the go and its latest attempt is the NexPhone. This is an Android 16 smartphone that also boots Linux (Debian) and Windows 11 and can serve as your one and only computing device. The key here is the custom NexOS, which includes Linux as an app inside its Android interface, which you can freely launch on the go. You also get the option to boot into the...

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Huawei introduces nova 15 x ROBBi edition

Huawei unveiled the nova 15 series last month in China, which includes the nova 15, nova 15 Pro, and nova 15 Ultra. Alongside these, Huawei had teased a collaboration with ROBBi Global for ROBBi-based themes on the nova 15 smartphones. Now, Huawei has announced a limited edition nova 15 x ROBBi gift box, which includes ROBBi goodies. ROBBi is a Chinese designer art toy, and the ROBBi gift box Huawei announced will include a ROBBi toy, a sticker, a flight tag bag, and a phone case. The ROBBi gift box will only be available with the nova 15 Ultra, which will come with ROBBi-based...

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Apple to turn Siri into a full-fledged chatbot with iOS 27, report claims

Following confirmation that Google’s Gemini will power Siri’s upcoming revamp, a new report claims Apple will introduce a chatbot-style version of the assistant with its next major software updates. A Bloomberg report claims Apple is working on a new Siri chatbot, internally codenamed Campos, that will roll out with iOS 27, macOS 27, and iPadOS 27 and replace the existing Siri. The report states that the Siri chatbot will function as a standalone app built into Apple devices. It will support natural language conversations similar to ChatGPT and Gemini, and can be invoked using the...

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Consumers spent more on mobile apps than games in 2025, driven by AI app adoption

Consumers spent more money in mobile apps than games in 2025, driven by AI app adoption.

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Realme Neo8's camera specs revealed, price leaks

The Realme Neo8 is set to launch tomorrow in China, and fresh details have surfaced ahead of the announcement. Realme has now confirmed the phone’s camera specifications, while its pricing has leaked separately. In separate posts shared on Weibo, the company confirmed that the Neo8 will feature a 50MP Sony IMX896 primary rear sensor. The phone will also get a 50MP periscope telephoto camera that will support 3.5x optical zoom, 7x lossless zoom, and 120x digital zoom. It is also expected to offer an 8MP ultrawide unit at the back, and a 16MP selfie camera. Meanwhile, the...

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Apple Fitness+ is now available in Japan

Apple expanded its Fitness+ service to 28 markets last month, including Chile, Hong Kong, India, the Netherlands, Singapore, and Taiwan, and said that Fitness+ would launch in Japan in early 2026. Well, it's not really early 2026, but the service is now available in the East Asian island country. The Apple Fitness+ subscription costs JPY980/month or JPY7,800/year in Japan. However, new Fitness+ users in Japan will get a free one-month trial, while those purchasing a new Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, AirPods Pro 3, or Powerbeats Pro 2 are eligible for a 3-month trial. Members...

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Redmi Turbo 5 Max charging details revealed as pre-orders go live

New official details about the Redmi Turbo 5 Max have surfaced ahead of its China launch later this month. The company has also recently confirmed the smartphone’s chipset and battery capacity. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max will support 100W PPS wired charging along with 27W reverse wired charging. It will also feature bypass charging, while its 9,000mAh battery is claimed to retain performance for up to 1,600 charge cycles. Additionally, Redmi will back the Turbo 5 Max with a five-year battery warranty. In an internal battery endurance test comparing it against other smartphones, the Turbo...

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RedMagic 11 Air arrives with Snapdragon 8 Elite and 7,000mAh battery

As expected, RedMagic 11 Air made its debut in China earlier today as a bridge between the thin and light phone trend and gaming phones. It arrives with the signature transparent design, an active cooling fan with RGB lighting and last year’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. Like previous entries in the RedMagic lineup, the 11 Air gets an unobstructed AMOLED display with a 16MP under-display selfie camera and an optical fingerprint scanner. The panel measures 6.85 inches in diagonal and features 1,216 x 2,688 px resolution, a 144Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass 7i...

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Motorola Edge 70 Fusion complete specs leaked

The Motorola Edge 60 Fusion, which debuted in April last year, is due for an upgrade. Right on schedule, the Edge 70 Fusion has now surfaced in a new leak that reveals its full set of specifications. According to prominent tipster Evan Blass, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion carries the internal codename “Avenger.” The smartphone is said to be powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC, marking a shift from the Dimensity 7400 chipset used in its predecessor. The phone will feature a quad-curved 6.78-inch OLED display with 144Hz refresh rate, 5,200 nits peak brightness, HDR10+, and Gorilla...

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Everstone combines Wingify, AB Tasty for $100M+ digital experience optimization platform

The combined business will serve more than 4,000 customers globally and surpass $100 million in annual revenue.

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Realme details P4 Power’s TransView design

Realme’s upcoming P4 Power is set to launch in India soon, featuring a massive 10,000mAh battery. We now get more details on its design, which was co-created with students from India’s Pearl Academy design college. Realme P4 Power is the first phone to get the TransView design look, which features a dual-tone finish on the back. The bottom half gets a matte texture while the top area gets a semi-transparent look with a “Precision Energy Loop” element surrounding the camera island. P4 Power will be offered in three color options – TransSilver, TransOrange and...

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Realme Neo8 battery capacity, new features revealed

Just days ahead of its launch, new details about the Realme Neo8 have been officially confirmed by the company. The phone is set to launch on January 22 in China and will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 SoC. Through several Weibo posts, Realme confirmed the battery capacity and other features of the Neo8. It will house an 8,000mAh battery, which is 1,000mAh larger than the cell on the Neo7. Realme also revealed that the phone will be IP66/IP68/IP69 rated and come with a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint scanner. The display, which is confirmed to be a Samsung M14 OLED panel with...

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Confirmed: Asus is exiting the smartphone market

A report from earlier this month suggested there won’t be any new Asus phones launching this year, and we now have official confirmation that the brand is moving away from smartphones altogether. Asus chairman Jonney Shih confirmed that the brand is not planning any new smartphone releases during a special event gala at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. According to reports, Asus will focus its resources and R&D on commercial PCs and physical AI (i.e., robotics and smart glasses). The brand will still offer maintenance, software updates, and warranty services for existing...

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Lava Blaze Duo 3 debuts with dual screens and 5,000mAh battery

India-based smartphone brand Lava has launched its latest handset in the country. The Lava Blaze Duo 3 features a secondary rear display, much like the original Blaze Duo that made its debut in December 2024. The Blaze Duo 3 features a 1.6-inch AMOLED touch display on the rear that supports several functions, including music playback controls, notification previews, and a camera viewfinder. On the front, the phone sports a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with Full-HD+ resolution and a refresh rate of 120Hz. It is equipped with the MediaTek Dimensity 7060 SoC, which is paired with 6GB of...

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EarFun Air Pro 4+ review

The Air Pro 4+ are the latest true wireless earbuds from EarFun, and the flagship model in the company's lineup. The Air Pro 4+ come packed with features, such as a dual-driver layout with a hybrid DD+BA arrangement, wide codec support, including LDAC, aptX Lossless, and LC3 with Auracast, a six-microphone layout, All of this is available for under $100, with the latest price at the time of writing being just $76. Let's see how they perform. Design The design of the Air Pro 4+ is very similar to the previous Air Pro 4 model, with a glossy dual-tone exterior and long stalks. The...

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How YC-backed Bucket Robotics survived its first CES

Now, the startup is turning its attention to building the business, fundraising and striking commercial deals.

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Moxie Marlinspike has a privacy-conscious alternative to ChatGPT

Confer is designed to look and feel like ChatGPT or Claude, but your conversations can't be used for training or advertising.

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Deals: Redmi Note 15 series and Poco F8 Pro on discount, OnePlus 15R goes on sale

If you’re in the market for a new mid-range phone, the Redmi Note 15 series is currently discounted on Amazon UK. The newly launched Poco F8 Pro has also received a price drop, and the OnePlus 15R is now available for purchase. Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 15 5G, Redmi Note 15 Pro, and the Note 15 Pro+ have all received a discount. The Note 15 gets a 6.77-inch AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset, a 108MP primary rear camera, and a 5,520mAh battery. Redmi Note 15 5G £50 off Read our review ...

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OpenAI launches ChatGPT Go globally, will start testing ads soon

OpenAI launched its low-cost ChatGPT Go subscription in India last August, priced at INR399/month. Since then, ChatGPT Go has been rolled out to 170 countries and is now available in all markets where ChatGPT is available, including the US. In the US, ChatGPT Go costs $8/month, while ChatGPT Plus and Pro cost $20/month and $200/month, respectively. You can head this way to check the pricing and features of all ChatGPT plans available in your country. In addition to announcing the global launch of ChatGPT Go, OpenAI said it plans to start testing ads in the US in the coming weeks for...

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OnePlus 13 gets 50MP photo editing and bypass charging support with the latest OxygenOS update

The OnePlus 15 received bypass charging support for non-gaming activities last month through the OxygenOS 16.0.2.401 update. Now the OnePlus 13 has also received the same feature via OxygenOS 16.0.3.501. [#InlinePriceWidget,13477,1#] Additionally, the OxygenOS 16.0.3.501 update includes the January 2026 Android security patch and lets users edit 50MP images in the Photos app without compromising image quality. You can check the complete changelog of OxygenOS 16.0.3.501 update below for more details. Delight in details The Photos app now supports editing images...

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One more brand is set to launch a smartphone with a telephoto extender

When we talk about smartphones with telephoto extender lenses, the Oppo Find X9 Pro and the vivo X300 Pro come to mind, as they were launched not too long ago. These smartphones will be joined by the Magic8 RSR Porsche Design, making Honor the latest brand to join the telephoto extender club. Honor took to Weibo to announce that the Magic8 RSR Porsche Design will support an add-on telephoto extender lens, which will be a part of the camera kit. The image shared by Honor, included below, reveals that the telephoto extender will extend the native zoom by 2.35x. Honor also posted...

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Musk wants up to $134B in OpenAI lawsuit, despite $700B fortune

Musk's legal team argues he should be compensated as an early startup investor who sees returns "many orders of magnitude greater" than his initial investment.

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More details about the iPhone Fold and iPhone 18 Pro series surface

An analyst has outlined the expected specifications of Apple’s upcoming foldable iPhone and the iPhone 18 Pro lineup, both of which are rumored to debut this September. The latest information comes from GF Securities analyst Jeff Pu, who reportedly listed the specs in an investor note. As per the analyst, the iPhone Fold will get a 7.8-inch inner display and a 5.3-inch cover screen. The foldable will be powered by the A20 Pro chipset and also include Apple’s N2 chip. It is said to come with 12GB LPDDR5 RAM, Touch ID, and the C2 modem. The handset will feature a dual 48MP camera...

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Honor confirms the Magic8 Pro Air's battery capacity

The Magic8 Pro Air is Honor's entry into the super-thin smartphone game. The brand will make it official on January 19, and ahead of that it's already confirmed that it's just 6.1mm thick and weighs only 155g, while having a triple rear camera system that includes a 50MP main shooter with a 1/1.3" type sensor and a 64MP periscope telephoto camera. Now, Honor has finally revealed the Magic8 Pro Air's battery capacity: 5,500 mAh. Obviously, this is smaller than what we've recently seen from Chinese brands using Si/C tech, but it's hilariously 10% larger than the battery inside the Samsung...

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Another Spotify price hike is coming to the US

Spotify is raising the price for its Premium subscription in the US again (along with Estonia and Latvia). The new fee will be $12.99 per month, up $1 from $11.99 previously. The new pricing will take hold from your billing date in February. The Duo plan is going up to $18.99 from $16.99, the Family plan will be $21.99 (previously $19.99), while the Student plan will increase from $5.99 to $6.99. Of course, $1 or $2 extra per month isn't much, but the constant creep upwards of various subscriptions can't be anything other than annoying. The message you can see below will be sent to...

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This is the Infinix Note Edge

Infinix is gearing up to launch the Note Edge, which we've already seen in a leaked promo image and at the FCC. The phone will be offered in a head-turning bright orange colorway when it launches later this month. The orange finish features an advanced nano-coating process, which is engineered for lasting color vibrancy and resistance to everyday wear. Infinix Note Edge in more colors In addition to the vibrant orange hue, the Note Edge will also be offered in an array of other colors that feature Infinix's pearl light gemstone finish, which brings mesmerizing light play to...

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Oppo A6c debuts as rebadged A6t 4G

Oppo has been on a barrage of A6 series announcements lately and the latest one is the Oppo A6c. It’s not exactly new as the device shares its key specs with the recently announced Oppo A6t 4G but the A6c is only available in a single 6GB RAM and 128GB storage trim. It also comes with a slightly different back design and two color options - Orchid Purple and Olive Green. The A6c is built around a 6.75-inch IPS LCD (HD+ 120Hz) with 1,125 nits peak brightness. It features a Snapdragon 685 chipset at the helm and a 6,500 mAh battery. There’s a single 13MP rear camera around the back,...

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Motorola Signature's India launch date confirmed, pricing leaks

Motorola introduced its new premium Signature lineup at CES 2026 earlier this month. The first device in the series is simply called the Motorola Signature. After making its debut in the UK and EU, the company has now announced its India launch date. The Motorola Signature will be unveiled in India on January 23 and will be sold via Flipkart and Motorola’s online store in India. Although Motorola did not reveal the Indian pricing for the Signature, a tipster has shared the details. According to the leak, the 16GB/1TB variant is expected to carry a box price of INR 84,999 ($940),...

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Microsoft taps India’s Varaha for durable carbon removal offtake

Microsoft is buying over 100,000 tons of carbon dioxide removal credits from India's Varaha over the next three years.

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Realme P4 Power's key features revealed ahead of launch, will pack a 10k mAh battery

Indian online retailer Flipkart teased a new Realme P-Series smartphone yesterday, which was believed to be the P4 Power with a 10,001 mAh battery. Today, Realme confirmed that this upcoming P-Series smartphone is the P4 Power without revealing its launch date. While Realme hasn't detailed the P4 Power's specs sheet, it has revealed a few features of the smartphone. For starters, the Realme P4 Power will pack a big battery. How big? Well, Realme hasn't provided a number but said the battery capacity will be in the 5-digit range, meaning we are looking at a 10k mAh battery. A...

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IDC: Smartphone shipments up 2.3% in Q4 2025, Apple is the clear winner

After over 14 years, Apple overtook Samsung as the top smartphone vendor in the world. According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC), a total of 336.3 million smartphones were shipped in the last quarter of 2025, which represents a 2.3% rise compared to the same period in 2024. Apple led the way with 81.3 million shipments for the period and a 24.2% global market share. Cupertino rode the success of its iPhone 17 series, achieving its highest quarterly revenue ever and its best Q4 growth since 2021. [#InlinePriceWidget, 13964, 1#] While falling...

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iPhone 18 lineup display specs tipped

Apple is anticipated to unveil the iPhone 18 lineup later this year, possibly in two separate launch events. While details remain unconfirmed, a new leak reveals the display sizes for the iPhone 18 models. Tipster Digital Chat Station has detailed the display sizes for the entire iPhone 18 lineup. According to the leak, the iPhone 18 will feature a 6.27-inch LTPO display with a 120Hz refresh rate and the Dynamic Island. The iPhone 18 Pro is said to use the same 6.27-inch LTPO panel with a 120Hz refresh rate but with an under-display cutout for the Face ID system. The iPhone 18 Pro...

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