Samsung Galaxy A54 receives One UI 8.5 Beta 2 update

A few days ago, Samsung released the One UI 8.5 Beta 2 update for the Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy Z Flip5, Galaxy A36, and Galaxy A35. Now, the brand has expanded the rollout of the second One UI 8.5 beta to the Galaxy A54. The One UI 8.5 Beta 2 update for the Galaxy A54 comes with firmware version A546EXXUJZZD9 and requires a download of about 500MB. You can check the One UI 8.5 Beta 2 update's changelog below for more details: Fixed an issue where Bluetooth auto scan does not work when entering Bluetooth settings. Camera function stabilization. Fixed an issue where...

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vivo X Fold6 specifications tipped

vivo is expected to unveil the X Fold6 within the next two months. If the company follows its usual release cycle, the foldable could arrive in June. Ahead of any official confirmation, new details about the device have surfaced online. Initial details about the vivo X Fold6 surfaced in November last year, suggesting it would feature a 200MP camera and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset. However, a new leak now claims the foldable will instead be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 SoC. vivo X Fold5 According to tipster Digital Chat Station, the handset will sport an 8.02-inch UTG...

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AirDrop support in Quick Share comes to Oppo Find X9 Ultra, vivo X300 Ultra

More Android devices are now gaining AirDrop support in Quick Share, with the latest additions being the Oppo Find X9 Ultra and the vivo X300 Ultra. The feature was also rolled out to Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series last month. The global product page for the Oppo Find X9 Ultra confirms support for the updated Quick Share feature with AirDrop compatibility, enabling seamless file transfers between Android, iOS, iPadOS, and macOS devices. Quick Share with AirDrop support on Oppo Find X9 Ultra Meanwhile, a separate report confirms that the global vivo X300 Ultra also supports AirDrop...

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Motorola Moto G47 announced with a 108MP camera and a 120Hz screen

Motorola has announced the Moto G47, alongside the Moto G37, Moto G37 Power, Moto G87, and a trio of Razr 70 series smartphones. The Motorola Moto G47 is powered by the Dimensity 6300 SoC, which is paired with 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM. The smartphone comes with up to 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage, expandable by up to 1TB via a microSD card. On the software side, you get Android 16 with Hello UX; however, there's no word from Motorola on how many Android version upgrades and security updates the Moto G47 will receive. Anyway, moving on, the Motorola Moto G47 features a 6.67" FullHD+ LCD on the...

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Coby Adcock’s Scout AI raises $100 million to train its models for war. We visited its bootcamp.

We visited Scout AI's training ground where it's working on AI agents that give individual soldiers control of fleets of autonomous vehicles.

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iQOO Neo 10 shown off in new Asphalt Black color

iQOO launched the iQOO Neo 10 in India last May in Inferno Red and Titanium Chrome colors, which will be joined by two new colorways on April 30. One is the Alpine White version we saw yesterday; today, we are getting our first official look at the second model, called Asphalt Black. iQOO previously confirmed that both new color models will come with the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 SoC, the Supercomputing Chip Q1, and a 6.78" 1.5K 144Hz AMOLED display having 5,500 nits peak brightness. Additionally, iQOO confirmed that the new versions will feature a 50MP primary camera, an 8MP ultrawide camera,...

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Google Translate turns 20, adds a very requested feature

Google Translate is now 20 years old, believe it or not. The service launched back in 2006 as a humble experiment, and today supports "about 250 languages", and more than 60,000 potential language pairs, supporting 95% of the world's population. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the most used language pair is English to Spanish. The most translated phrase is "thank you". More than 1 billion people use Google Translate every month, and more than 1 trillion words are translated by the service each month. To celebrate its 20th birthday, Google is launching one of the most requested features:...

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Xiaomi releases Android 17 Developer Preview for the Xiaomi 17 series and 15T Pro

Xiaomi opened up its Android 17 Developer Preview program today, with the first three devices eligible to try it. The Xiaomi 17, 17 Ultra and the 15T Pro can receive the update, with broader device support coming in the future. The Android Developer Program allows early access to the upcoming version of the OS, and as the name implies, developers are able to test their apps in the new software environment. However, this release signals a shift in Xiaomi's naming strategy for its HyperOS overlay. It looks like Xiaomi won't jump to HyperOS 4, but will pair HyperOS 3.3 with Android 17....

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HMD Vibe 2 5G is launching next month

The HMD Vibe, which launched in India back in September, is getting a sequel next month. HMD India confirmed the Vibe 2 5G is set to make its debut in May. HMD has yet to confirm the exact date for the release, but that should be confirmed in the coming days. Vibe 2 5G’s placeholder page on Flipkart is already live, and it reveals the phone will bring a flat display with a centered punch hole camera. In related news, HMD is also expected to launch a 4G version of the Vibe 2, which may or may not launch alongside the 5G model. HMD Vibe 2 in Light Titanium Vibe 2 4G leaked a...

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Samsung Galaxy S23 series, Flip5, A36, and A35 receive second One UI 8.5 beta update

Samsung has released the second One UI 8.5 beta update for the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, Galaxy S23 Ultra, Galaxy Z Flip5, Galaxy A36, and Galaxy A35. Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra The One UI 8.5 beta 2 update for the Galaxy S23 trio is rolling out in India and South Korea with the firmware version ending in ZZDP. It requires a download of over 700MB and includes the April 2026 security patch and some bug fixes. Samsung Galaxy S23 series One UI 8.5 Beta 2 update changelog: Improved incoming screen late or black screen when a call is received in certain states Improved proximity...

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Valve's Steam Controller finally has a price and a release date

Valve unveiled the Steam Controller back in November, and it didn't have an official release date or price up until now. Thankfully, the company has finally revealed these details today. The Steam Controller will become available on May 4 for $99 / €99 from the Steam store. The Steam Controller comes with magnetic thumbsticks, a full set of inputs "to play your whole Steam library", four haptic motors "for high definition rumble", and an 8.39Wh battery that should last for over 35 hours on a charge. The Steam Controller Puck that's in the box enables a plug-and-play low-latency...

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iQOO 15T, iQOO Pad6 Pro said to launch in May, key specs leak

iQOO is reportedly gearing up to launch two new products in China next month. According to a new leak, the company will unveil the iQOO 15T and the iQOO Pad6 Pro tablet. Prominent tipster Digital Chat Station shared the development on Weibo. The iQOO 15T and the Pad6 Pro are said to launch sometime in May. iQOO 15 As per the leak, the iQOO 15T will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset. It is said to sport a 6.83-inch flat display with a 2K resolution, along with a 200MP main rear camera. Meanwhile, the iQOO Pad6 Pro is tipped to be equipped with the Snapdragon 8...

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Meta inks deal for solar power at night, beamed from space

Overview Energy's first contract with Meta is a small step toward a future of space-based solar power.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, Z Fold8 Wide, and Z Flip8 dummy units surface

Samsung is widely expected to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8 later this year. A third foldable with a wider aspect ratio, possibly called the Galaxy Z Fold8 Wide or simply Z Fold Wide, is also rumored to launch alongside them. Alleged dummy units of the devices have now surfaced online. Well-known leaker Sonny Dickson has shared images of dummy units of the Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Flip8, and the Galaxy Z Fold8 Wide on X. The images highlight the design differences between Samsung’s upcoming foldables and also show the devices in both folded and unfolded states. The...

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Xiaomi 17T spotted on Geekbench ahead of rumored May launch

The Xiaomi 17T could debut as early as next month, according to a recent rumor. While several details about the device have already surfaced in recent weeks, it has now appeared on the Geekbench benchmarking platform. A Xiaomi phone with the model number 2602DPT53G, which is said to be the Xiaomi 17T, has been listed on the Geekbench AI website. Xiaomi 15T According to the listing, the phone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 chipset, in line with an earlier leak. It is shown running Android 16 and equipped with 12GB of RAM. In Geekbench AI tests, the device scored 1,017...

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vivo X500 Pro Max key specifications tipped

vivo is reportedly working on the successor to its X300 series, with a launch expected later this year. A new leak has now revealed more details about the upcoming X500 lineup. According to a tipster, the vivo X500 series could include a Pro Max variant this time. The lineup is said to feature models with 6.4-inch and 6.9-inch display sizes. vivo X300 Pro The Pro Max model is tipped to sport a 50MP primary camera using a LOFIC sensor, alongside a 200MP periscope telephoto camera. It is also expected to include a multispectral sensor. A separate leak from last week hinted at...

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

Huawei unveiled its new-look Pura series this week. The Pura X Max foldable caught the most eyeballs with its shorter and wider design, which many think matches the much-anticipated iPhone Fold. The Huawei Pura X Max features a 5.4” cover and 7.7” internal display. The relatively square inner display supports the M-Pen 3 Mini stylus. It fits in a special case for the phone. The Pura X Max packs a 5,300mAh battery with 66W wired and 50W wireless charging, and runs a Kirin 9030 Pro SoC. The Pura 90 Pro Max and 90 Pro also caught readers' attention. They were joined by the Pura 90. All three...

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Samsung Galaxy A37 and Galaxy A56 receive April 2026 security patch

Samsung has released the April 2026 security patch for two more smartphones - the Galaxy A37 and the Galaxy A56. The April 2026 security patch addresses 47 security issues, and it's rolled out for the Galaxy A37 with a software update having firmware version A376BXXS2AZC2, while the Galaxy A56 receives the security patch with an update having firmware version A566BXXSABZD2. Samsung Galaxy A37 The software update for both smartphones is currently seeding only in Europe, but the rollout should expand to other regions soon. If you live in Europe and haven't received the security...

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

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series started off with strong pre-orders in late March and held its prices for a while, but now the flagship trio has settled at a new normal. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is by far the most popular model of the three, in part due to having the unique Privacy Display, but also because of the inherent advantage of the Ultra model. Earlier this week, we published an S26 Ultra vs. S26+ comparison article. We have also compared the new Ultra with the S25 Ultra and pitted it against the iPhone 17 Pro Max. ...

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Weekly poll: are you planning on buying an Honor 600 or an Honor 600 Pro?

The Honor 600 and 600 Pro were unveiled for the global market this week and they will launch in Malaysia and Europe first. Memory Honor 600 Honor 600 Pro 12/256GB €650 - - MYR 3,100 12/512GB €700 MYR 2,600 €1,000 MYR 3,300 Mind you, the European prices above are the MSRPs, but right now Honor is running a promotion so a 512GB Honor 600 costs €500 and the 512GB Honor 600 Pro is €800. The deal also includes a free screen replacement for the first 12 months. Also, the Pro model is paired with a free...

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Google Pixel 10a vs Google Pixel 9a

We rarely come across two phones that are so similar. The newly launched Google Pixel 10a is unapologetically more or less the same phone as its predecessor, the Pixel 9a. This leaves those looking for an affordable Pixel this year in a quandary. Should you go for the newer model, or should you just save some money and get last year's. And what even are some of these minor differences that separate the two? Well, let's find out. Table of Contents: Design Display Battery Life Charging Speaker Test Performance Cameras Verdict For starters, you can compare...

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Apple iPhone Ultra/Fold again tipped for autumn 2026 launch, schematic reveals dimensions

There were rumors that the launch of the Apple iPhone Fold, also referred to as iPhone Ultra, was delayed. But we later heard that the iPhone Ultra's launch was on track, and it would be unveiled at Apple's autumn 2026 product launch event alongside the iPhone 18 series. That launch timeframe has now been corroborated by reliable tipster Ice Universe, who posted an unofficial photo of an iPhone Ultra and Apple's new CEO John Ternus on X, with the caption "2026 iPhone autumn new product launch." While Ice Universe hasn't mentioned the launch date, it's safe to assume the launch event will...

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Infinix GT 50 Pro unboxing

Just announced, and in the office, meet the Infinix GT 50 Pro, a high-end phone with some clever gaming-centric innovation. You can check out our quick unboxing video here. The Infinix GT 50 Pro comes in Black Abyss, Red Blaze, and Silver Glacier colors, and in either 12/256GB or 12/512GB trim. Prices start from IDR 6,499,000 ($376/€330 converted), and sales begin tomorrow. Let's unbox it. The phone comes with a 45W charger, a USB cable, and a case with a magnetic ring on the back. Those magnets play a crucial role when using the GT 50 Pro with Infinix's new MagCharge Cooler 2.0...

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Weekly deals: Galaxy A57 gets its first massive price cut, Poco F8 Pro and F8 Ultra on sale

The Samsung Galaxy A57 and A37 only just hit store shelves and the A57 is already sporting a massive price cut – the 8/256GB variant is 27% off. That puts it at an equal price with the A37 and the A57 is easily the better phone. You can check out our versus article to see how these two compare, but here’s a summary. Samsung Galaxy A57 €160 off Read our review 8/256GB - €430 at Amazon DE The Galaxy A57 has a slimmer 6.9mm metal frame vs. 7.4mm plastic frame, it’s...

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Xiaomi Mix Fold 5 could launch soon with in-house chipset

Xiaomi’s last foldable, the Mix Fold 4, was unveiled nearly two years ago in July 2024. Now, a new report suggests the company may finally be preparing to announce its successor. According to the report, a next-generation Xiaomi foldable has been spotted in the Mi Code database. The device bears the model number 2608BPX34C and is codenamed ‘lhasa’. It also carries the internal designation Q18, where the number 18 is reportedly used for Xiaomi’s foldable lineup. Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 The report suggests the device in the database is likely the Mix Fold 5, although Xiaomi may choose to...

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Alleged Honor 600e pops up on Geekbench with key specs

Honor unveiled the Honor 600 Lite last month, and recently, the Chinese brand introduced the Honor 600 and Honor 600 Pro. But it seems Honor isn't done launching 600 Series smartphones yet, as an unknown Honor device, bearing model code LNA-NX3 and said to be the Honor 600e, has surfaced on Geekbench with its key specs. The Honor LNA-NX3 scored 993 and 3,054 points in Geekbench's single and multi-core tests, respectively. It runs Android 16 and is powered by MediaTek's MT6858 octa-core processor, which is likely the Dimensity 7100 SoC. We say so because the Geekbench listing...

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Infinix GT 50 Pro arrives with HydroFlow liquid cooling, dual-pressure shoulder triggers and Dimensity 8400

Nearly a year after launching its gamer-centric GT 30 Pro, Infinix is back with a successor. The brand new GT 50 Pro brings a refined design, improved cooling and larger battery capacity. Staying true to its gaming phone heritage, GT 50 Pro is equipped with a dynamic RGB light array on its back. It is integrated with the all-new HydroFlow liquid cooling system, which covers a 6,437mm² area, ensuring optimal thermal management. GT 50 Pro is equipped with MediaTek’s Dimensity 8400, featuring an all-big core CPU architecture, faster GPU and better NPU performance. The...

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New iQOO phone with 8,000mAh battery, 200MP camera said to debut soon

iQOO could soon launch a new smartphone in China powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset. While the official name remains unclear, a new leak suggests it could be a new Neo 11 series phone. The leak also reveals several key specifications of the upcoming device. According to tipster Digital Chat Station, the handset is expected to feature a 6.83-inch flat AMOLED display with a 2K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. iQOO Neo11 While the tipster hasn’t confirmed the device’s name, several comments on the post suggest it could be part of the new Neo 11 series. Some users...

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Meta will now allow parents to see the topics their child discussed with Meta AI

Topics can range from "School," "Entertainment," and "Lifestyle" to "Travel," "Writing," and "Health and Wellbeing," among others, Meta says.

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Motorola Razr 70 Ultra emerges in official-looking renders

Motorola is set to introduce its Razr 70 series next week with no less than two models. We’ve seen a generous number of leaks so far, and we now have official-looking press renders of the Razr 70 Ultra shared by Evan Blass. Razr 70 Ultra in Orient Blue Alcantara and Pantone Cocoa Wood By the looks of it, Motorola is not changing all that much in terms of design. Razr 70 Ultra features a nearly-identical look to last year’s Razr 60 Ultra with dual cameras on the cover screen and a largely unobtrusive main display with a punch-hole cutout for the selfie cam. We do get a...

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Honor 600 and Honor 600 Pro land in Europe, here are the prices

Yesterday, the Honor 600 and Honor 600 Pro got their global launch, and today they've been announced for European markets as well. The phones come with a 6,400 mAh battery in Europe (down from 7,000 mAh internationally), but the rest of the specs have remained the same, thankfully. Both the Honor 600 and the Honor 600 Pro purchased in Europe will receive six years of Android updates. The Honor 600 is priced at €549.99 with 128GB of storage, €649.99 with 256GB of storage, and €699.99 with 512GB. However, if you're an early bird you can get both the 256GB and the 512GB versions for just...

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OnePlus 16's display detailed, again tipped to come with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro SoC

We are still months away from the OnePlus 16's unveiling, but we've already come across a few leaks and rumors about the phone, with reliable tipster Digital Chat Station claiming it will be powered by Qualcomm's yet-to-be-announced Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro SoC. In a Weibo post, the tipster has reiterated that the OnePlus 16 will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro (SM8975) and revealed a few details about the flagship's display. OnePlus 15 According to DCS, the OnePlus 16 will pack a custom 6.78" 1.5K resolution LTPO BOE display, surrounded by narrow bezels on all...

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Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 might be made by Samsung

Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon has been spotted in Korea meeting with Samsung executives. The trip is all about manufacturing chips on the 2nm process, and there's a chance that Qualcomm will turn to Samsung to fabricate the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 SoCs. Back at CES in January, Amon revealed that Qualcomm was talking to Samsung about this, and it seems like the discussions are still ongoing. If all this pans out and Qualcomm does indeed pick Samsung to fab the next top of the line Snapdragon SoC, it would mark a return to the Korean company for the first time since 2022, which is...

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Honor 600 and 600 Pro arrive with 200MP cameras, IP69K ratings and bold new designs

While last year's Honor 500 and 500 Pro remained exclusive to China, the brand-new Honor 600 and 600 Pro are making their debuts internationally from the jump. The newest members in Honor’s lineup bring a revamped design which takes some clear inspiration from the iPhone 17 Pro series with the oversized camera island and vibrant orange colorway. But outside of the iPhone look, Honor’s new phones offer impressive batteries, top-tier IP69K ingress protection and 200MP main cams. Honor 600 (left) and Honor 600 Pro Both phones are built around 6.57-inch AMOLEDs with 2,728 x 1,264px...

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iPhone with 200MP telephoto camera may not arrive until 2028

Rumors about Apple testing a 200MP rear camera for the iPhone have been circulating for a while, with the first leak emerging in May last year. Now, a tipster suggests that the first iPhone to feature a 200MP sensor may not arrive until 2028. According to tipster Digital Chat Station, Apple is currently testing a 200MP periscope telephoto camera for the iPhone. However, Apple may still take a few years to bring the technology to market. This aligns with a recent Morgan Stanley investor note, which claims that an iPhone with a 200MP camera is unlikely to arrive before 2028. The...

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vivo Y6t gets official with Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC, 6,500 mAh battery

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...

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus vs. Galaxy S26 Ultra

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 ...

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Motorola's new Razr gets an official launch date

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...

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OnePlus Nord CE6, Nord CE6 Lite launch set for next month, specs confirmed

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...

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Huawei Pura X Max unveiled: larger displays with stylus support, slimmer build

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” ...

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Honor Magic9 Pro Max tipped to bring dual 200MP cameras

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...

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OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra key specs and launch date revealed, will get a dedicated gaming controller

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...

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Cracks are starting to form on fusion energy’s funding boom

Fusion startups and investors risk deepening fissures if some key disagreements aren't settled amicably.

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Blue Origin successfully re-uses a New Glenn rocket for the first time ever

It's a major milestone for the company's new mega-rocket system, putting it in position to challenge SpaceX's dominance of the global launch market.

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Weekly deals: vivo X300 Ultra arrives, X300 and X300 Pro on sale, iPhone Air also discounted

While you can’t have it just yet, the vivo X300 Ultra is now available in Europe and the first units should ship out in about a week. This will be one of the top camera phones of the year – we have a review unit that we’re currently testing and it looks very promising. The phone is a beast with a 200MP (1/1.12”) main camera with a 35mm ZEISS lens, another 200MP sensor (1/1.4”) inside the 3.7x/85mm periscope, plus a 50MP ultra-wide (116°) and a 50MP selfie. It has a large 6.82” 1440p+ LTPO display, a 6,400mAh battery with 100W wired and 40W wireless charging and it is powered by the...

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Weekly poll: would you buy a Poco X8 Pro or a Poco X8 Pro Max?

Prices are rising across the board, which could lead some to pick up a mid-range or a flagship killer phone instead of a premium flagship. If that’s you, are you looking at the Poco X8 Pro or X8 Pro Max as your next phone? Poco X8 Pro and X8 Pro Max at a glance The Poco X8 Pro Max has a lot going for it with a Dimensity 9500s chipset (a derivative of the 9400 chip), a huge 8,500mAh battery with chart-topping endurance and fast charging, a great 6.83” display (12-bit, Dolby Vision), a decent camera and a few goodies like an ultrasonic fingerprint reader. We heaped a lot of...

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Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold 2 might be thinner than the first TriFold

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, unveiled last December and already discontinued in multiple markets, is 3.9-4.2mm thin when unfolded and 12mm thick when folded. According to a new rumor, the second-gen TriFold, which might be called Galaxy Z TriFold 2, could be thinner than the original TriFold. [#InlinePriceWidget,14292,1#] The slimmer profile of the Galaxy Z TriFold 2 would be courtesy of a new hinge mechanism being developed by Samsung. However, the TriFold 2 won't be the only foldable that will benefit from it, as the source claims that a version of this new hinge with technical...

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The App Store is booming again, and AI may be why

New data from Appfigures shows a swell of new app launches in 2026, suggesting AI tools could be fueling a mobile software boom.

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India drops proposal to make smartphone brands pre-install unique ID app Aadhaar on their devices

Last month, Reuters reported that the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) - a statutory authority under the Indian government's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) - had privately proposed in January that smartphone makers be required to pre-install its Aadhaar app on their devices. Now, Reuters reports that the Indian government has dropped the proposal following security and cost concerns raised by the smartphone brands. The Aadhaar app contains the Aadhaar card details of an Indian resident, including a 12-digit unique identification number, birth...

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Realme C81's memory and storage options leak alongside its colors

The Realme C81 is coming soon, according to a new report, and it apparently could be a rebranded Realme Note 80. That device launched last month, by the way. The Realme C81 will allegedly be available with 4GB of RAM and 64/128GB of storage. It has the model number RMX5388. It will be offered in Storm Black and Glacier Blue, according to the screenshot below which seems to be showing an internal retailer or carrier system somewhere. The theory about this being a rebranded Note 80 comes from the fact that both of them have the same model number. If this pans out, then expect the C81...

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vivo X300 Ultra and X300 FE are 'coming soon' to India with telephoto extenders, FE gains a new color

The vivo X300 Ultra and vivo X300 FE, which began their international rollout yesterday, are "coming soon" to India. This revelation comes straight from vivo's Indian branch, which has started teasing the two smartphones in the Asian country. The teasers posted by vivo India on its official platforms confirm that both the X300 Ultra and X300 FE will launch in India with telephoto extenders. The X300 Ultra will be compatible with the vivo ZEISS Telephoto Extender Gen 2 Ultra and vivo Imaging Grip Kit. The X300 FE, on the other hand, will be compatible with the vivo ZEISS Telephoto...

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Honor 600 and 600 Pro listed ahead of launch

We’ve seen a fair share of rumors and leaks for the Honor 600 and 600 Pro but we now have official listings which confirm their key specs ahead of their announcement next week. As expected, both phones share similar specs, but the Pro model brings a more capable chipset alongside a 50MP periscope telephoto camera and wireless charging. Honor 600 Pro Honor 600 and 600 Pro are built around 6.5-inch OLEDs with 2,728 x 1,264px resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. Both feature thinner display bezels than their predecessors, as well as 50MP front-facing cameras with an f/2.0...

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Google's AI Mode in Chrome now opens links side by side in the same tab

Google is, these days, releasing multiple AI updates every few hours. Following on from the creation of personalized images in Gemini, now the search giant is unveiling a new AI Mode experience in Chrome. Now if you click links that AI Mode has presented you with, they will open side by side with your chat, all in the same browser tab. This will simplify navigation and reduce tab clutter - no need to switch back and forth between tabs anymore. It's also obviously easier to ask AI Mode follow-up questions in this setup. One example Google gives is searching for a coffee machine,...

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Tecno Pop X 5G's key features, design, and launch date revealed

Tecno has announced it will expand its portfolio of Pop Series smartphones with the launch of the Pop X 5G on April 20, which will be sold through Amazon.in in India. Neither Tecno nor Amazon has revealed the price of the Pop X 5G; however, both companies have revealed a few of the phone's features, with Amazon even revealing the colors. For starters, the Tecno Pop X 5G will have a 6,500 mAh battery under the hood with 45W charging support. The processor powering the Pop X 5G hasn't been revealed, but the promo page on Amazon.in lists two RAM options - 4GB and 6GB. Tecno...

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Huawei Watch Fit 5 Pro leaks with slimmer display bezels

Huawei’s Watch Fit series should get some new members soon and we finally have our first look at the alleged Fit 5 Pro. The device emerged on Chinese social media, giving us a preview of its design and how it stacks up next to its predecessor. The first two images show the Fit 5 Pro in its retail box. It will feature a familiar square design with what appears to be orange lines around the casing and a matching orange woven strap. We can see the Fit 5 Pro will likely feature an aluminum body just like its predecessor, with a crown button on the right and a second quick-access button below...

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