HMD Pulse 2T Pro specs and images leak showing a dot matrix rear display

At the beginning of September, the HMD Pulse 2 Pro got prematurely listed by a Swiss retailer, and that revealed its specs. The phone is still not official, but in the meantime we have a new leak from a reliable source of HMD-related information, and this one is all about the HMD Pulse 2T Pro - note the "T" in the name. This device will allegedly sport a 6.78-inch OLED screen with FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, and it will be powered by the MediaTek Helio G100 SoC, paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage. HMD Pulse 2T Pro leaked images It's said to have a...

The Redmi Turbo 6 Max could offer a 10,000mAh battery and a 7-inch display

Xiaomi launched the Redmi Turbo 5 Max earlier this year with a 9,000mAh battery and a 6.83-inch display. Now, a new rumor suggests that its successor, the Redmi Turbo 6 Max, could feature an even larger battery and display. Tipster Digital Chat Station has revealed that an upcoming mid-range smartphone powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s chipset will feature a large display (around 7-inch) and a battery with a capacity exceeding 10,000mAh. The tipster also claims that the phone will feature a minimalist design. Notably, a leaked render from July offered a first look at the Redmi...

Another vivo V80 is coming, certification reveals

A few days ago, vivo launched the V80, which follows in the footsteps of the V80 Lite that got official last month. But the V80 series isn't done yet - there's (at least) another member of the family on the way. Indonesia's SDPPI has certified a vivo phone with the model number V2624 under the name vivo V80 FE. Unfortunately, the certification doesn't reveal any specs or any details about the phone whatsoever, aside from its name and model number. But this does mean that the V80 FE is on the way and coming soon. It will of course act as the successor to the V70 FE, which came out in...

Xiaomi's HyperOS 4 supports photos, messages, and files sync with iPhone

Xiaomi's HyperOS 4 will have a deeper integration with Apple's iOS and the iPhone. The latest additions are pretty impressive. Xiaomi smartphone owners will be able to share photos, files, contacts, and web pages with an iPhone. Even better, HyperOS 4 will let users view cloud photo albums on either smartphone. There are also real-time notifications and instant message replies across the two ecosystems thanks to two-way sync. Xiaomi and iPhone integration Mac and iPad owners will even be able to control their Xiaomi phone through their larger screen using the Mi Connect...

Apple announces October 13 event for new smart home products

In late September, a rumor claimed Apple would be holding a special event on October 13 to unveil new smart home products, including the mythical HomePad or Home Hub, the HomePod mini 2 speaker, and a new Apple TV 4K box. Today the company has confirmed the event, which has the tagline "Welcome home". You can see the official teaser video below. Welcome home. October 13. https://t.co/ChelGSDOTI— Greg Joswiak (@gregjoz) October 8, 2026 All three aforementioned products are expected to support the new Siri AI. The HomePad or Home Hub will have a 6" square display and there will be...

Samsung signs Thierry Henry to promote the Galaxy Z Fold8, Fold8 Ultra, and Flip8

Today Samsung has announced that it's partnered up with former French football star Thierry Henry to promote the Galaxy Z Fold8, Fold8 Ultra, and Flip8. The three devices launched back in July, and now Henry will star in a new Welcome to Foldables ad campaign that will run across Europe. [#InlinePriceWidget,14673,1#] [#InlinePriceWidget,14802,1#] [#InlinePriceWidget,14803,1#] The campaign will consist of a series of videos that will show how each foldable device adapts to different lifestyles and moments. Samsung says Henry is a long-time Samsung user, but whether that’s true or...

iFixit finds the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 still very difficult to repair

With the Apple Watch Series 12 and Watch Ultra 4 out, it's time for the usual iFixit teardown and assessment of how easy it is to repair the new Apple Watches. Spoiler alert: they are still very hard to disassemble and repair. Additionally, there might be a potential issue here, as the two devices don't necessarily comply with some Right to Repair laws in some US states like California, New York, Oregon, etc. Starting with the Watch Series 12, which earned 4/10 on iFixit's repairability score, one point higher than the Series 11. That's because of the stretch-release adhesive used for...

Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs. Galaxy S25 FE

The Fan Edition of the latest Galaxy S series is out, but before you pull the trigger on the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE, why not consider the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE instead. It gets you a lot of the way there at a more reasonable starting price, which is exactly the FE series spirit. After all, the memory chip prices forced Samsung to launch the S26 FE at a higher price point and without changing almost anything in terms of hardware too. The newer Galaxy S26 FE is pretty close to last year's Galaxy S25 FE, except for the chipset, of course. And one would wonder, what are you getting for the...

Deals: Apple AirPods Pro 3 are $70 off

They may be almost a year old, but the AirPods Pro 3 are Apple’s flagship in-ear wireless earbuds, and Amazon’s Prime Day Deal campaign is slashing a cool 28% off from their regular $250 price. The AirPods Pro 3 are down to $179, which is a pretty nice deal for Apple’s top-tier earbuds. Apple AirPods Pro 3 28% off Read our review $179 at Amazon US During our review of the AirPods Pro 3, we found their noise cancellation and transparency modes to be...

Apple is making sure you have iPhone Duo-compatible apps at launch

The new iPhone Duo will be available for pre-order on October 16, with actual deliveries starting on October 23. But Apple wasting no time, making sure the device has a smooth launch by inviting developers to make and optimize their apps for the iPhone Duo. Apple published some guidelines and suggestions on how to make your apps suitable for the iPhone Duo. The apps must be based on the new Xcode 27.1, which Apple has already released and is available to download. Developers are now welcome to submit their apps and games in App Store Connect. If the app is built or recompiled with...

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

A fight as old as the term smartphone itself – Apple vs. Samsung has always been a spectacle whether it’s advertising, fan base, features or hardware. So, here is the latest one for you – we put the most recent Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max next to latest Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. Table of Contents: Design Display Battery Life Charging Speaker Test Performance Cameras Verdict For starters, you can compare the complete specs sheets or directly continue with our editor's assessment in the following text. Size comparison Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max ...

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Watch the vivo V80 announcement live here

After announcing the V80 Lite at the start of September, vivo started teasing the V80 with promises of a phone that can capture “cinematic moments”. The date was set for October 6, so it’s finally time to reveal the new model. vivo V80's color options The company has already confirmed some key details for the vivo V80. It will have a 6.59” 1.5K OLED display with 144Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 5,000 nits. The phone will be equipped with a 7,200mAh battery with 90W charging. For comparison, its identically sized predecessor, the V70, had a 6,500mAh battery (with the...

Another report says that the Xiaomi 18 Ultra has been canceled, reveals monster specs

After Xiaomi announced the Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, it revealed that the two are headed for a global launch. That was a bit unusual, since the Xiaomi 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max never left China. Maybe this has something to do with the rumor from August that claimed that the Xiaomi 18 Ultra had been canceled. Now leakster Digital Chat Station is reporting the same – the Ultra is off the launch calendar. Apparently, it would have cost CNY 10,000 for a 12/256GB unit, which Xiaomi felt would have been too much and wouldn’t have generated enough sales. CNY 10,000 is not cheap – it...

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs. iPhone 17 Pro Max

The new iPhone hit the shelves and the first order of business is to pit it against its predecessor. The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max brings screen, performance, camera and battery improvements over the previous generation and yet the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max gets you a lot of the same at a cheaper price. So how much better is the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max? Let's look into it. Table of Contents: Design Display Battery Life Charging Speaker Test Performance Cameras Verdict For starters, you can compare the complete specs sheets or directly continue with our...

OpenAI is adding visual ads to ChatGPT

OpenAI introduced ads for free and Go users of ChatGPT back in February. Those were pretty simple ads that appeared between chat messages. Now the company is adding a new ad format, which it calls visual ads. These feature larger images – either several thumbnails or one screen-width image. These aren’t live yet as OpenAI plans to introduce them later this month. This will start with a testing period where visual ads will only be shown when the user generates images with ChatGPT. However, the visual ads will be presented separately from the generated images and will be clearly marked as...

Oppo F35 Pro hands-on

The Oppo F35 series launched in India in two flavors - F35 Pro and a non-Pro F35. We had the chance to play around with the Pro version, which is a feature-packed all-rounder, similar to the more affordable vanilla F35 in more than one way. Oppo F35 Pro While both Oppo F35 handsets feature 50MP main and 50MP front cameras, only the Pro gets an ultrawide shooter with 8MP resolution. It's also running on a more powerful Dimensity 7360 Max chipset, while the non-Pro settles for a Dimensity 6360 Max. Oppo F35 Pro The Pro's hardware also allows 4K video recording, while the...

Here's your first look at Google's next fitness tracker, the Fitbit Edge

Back in August, Google Australia accidentally revealed an upcoming Fitbit device in official promo images during the Pixel 11 series launch. Now, a new report has revealed the design and key features of the product, which is said to be called the Fitbit Edge. The report claims that Google will unveil the Fitbit Edge later this month, positioning it between the Fitbit Air and Pixel Watch 5. According to the report, the Fitbit Edge will succeed the Fitbit Charge and feature an oval touchscreen, GPS, and up to 7 days of battery life. It will also offer limited app support for apps...

Beats 360 review

The Beats 360 are the newest pair of headphones from Apple-owned Beats by Dre, and are aimed specifically at those looking for a pair of headphones to use during workouts. They have a lightweight, durable design as well as IPX4 water and sweat resistance. The mesh fabric ear cups and headband are also removable and easy to replace, with multiple color and material options. The Beats 360 could also be seen as a more affordable alternative to the Apple AirPods Max 2, with many of the same Apple-exclusive features, plus Android compatibility, thrown in for good measure. At the $350...

Weekly poll: are you interested in the vivo X Fold6?

The vivo X Fold6 launched on July 1 in China and is now starting its worldwide tour – it’s already available in Europe and is expected to launch in India next week. So, now the question is this – are you planning on buying one? First, we have to look at the price and we immediately run into issues. vivo left the UK a while ago, the German site hasn’t been updated in ages. The company’s coverage in Europe is pretty spotty. We did find the phone in Spain where it costs €1,980 (down from an MSRP of €2,200) and comes with a 100W charger. While vivo Germany doesn’t have it, vivo Austria does,...

iQOO 16 is headed to India, but at what price?

The iQOO 16 became official in China earlier this week. Now if you've been wondering whether it will be available in India, a tipster over on X today tells us that it's a real possibility, as the phone has allegedly started some testing procedures in the country. So it's pretty likely that it will launch in India in the coming weeks. However, the big question is how much it will end up costing. Over in China, it starts at CNY 5,999, which is about INR 86,000 or $894. The aforementioned tipster claims it could actually be priced closer to INR 100,000 ($1,039), which would definitely...

Honor Magic9 series is official, Motorola's wide foldable coming, Week 40 in review

Honor unveiled its Magic9 flagship series in China, consisting of the Magic9, Magic9 Super Edition, and the range-topping Magic9 Pro Max. The regular Magic9 pairs a compact 6.37-inch 120Hz OLED with a huge 8,000mAh battery, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and dual 200MP main and periscope cameras. The Magic9 Super Edition goes even further on battery capacity with an enormous 11,000mAh cell and adds a 30,000rpm active cooling fan. The Magic9 Pro Max is the camera-focused flagship, powered by Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. It features a 6.8-inch LTPO OLED, an 8,800mAh battery...

Google's Pixel 10a gets $100 more expensive

It's definitely price hike season for smartphones these days. Following Samsung raising its smartphone prices just yesterday, today Google is going the same route for its cheapest Pixel. [#InlinePriceWidget,14474,1#] So, the Pixel 10a, previously priced at $499, is now $599. Google hasn't announced the move officially, but the new price is live in its online store for the US. Judging by how component prices keep increasing, these may very well not be the last price hikes we see for these devices. Right now, Google hasn't touched the Pixel 11 family's pricing, but we wouldn't be...

Oppo Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max leaked European prices are shocking

Price hikes are the name of the game these days in the mobile world, thanks to memory and storage chips costing many times more than a few years ago because of AI data center demand. Even knowing all that, today's leaked European prices for the Oppo Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max are still rather shocking. The caveat here is obvious - this is a rumor. Hopefully a wrong one. Anyway, according to a new report, the Find X10 will cost €1,399 with 256GB of storage and €1,599 with 512GB, while the Find X10 Pro Max will be offered in a single version with 512GB of storage for €1,799. For...

Here's when Honor's wide foldable is now rumored to launch

If you trust rumors, Honor has been working on a wide foldable of its own for quite some time now. Last we heard anything about it, it was apparently supposed to be launching by the end of this year. However, according to a new rumor from a well-known leaker on Weibo, that won't quite happen. Instead, Honor will allegedly be launching its wide foldable in January. Intriguingly, it is said to arrive with a "very rich" accessory ecosystem, meaning that Honor is treating it as a very important product, not just a one-off experiment. Back in July, a rumor claimed that the Honor wide...