My top 5 phones of 2023 – Kaloyan

Let’s start with me acknowledging that having access to all sorts of phones is a privilege few enjoy and even fewer can do on a regular basis. And we, the reviewers, are surely spoiled in this aspect. It is certainly one of the best parts of the job. But as the year 2023 comes to a close, I can say one thing for sure – this was one of the worst years for smartphones. Plagued by various wars (trade, patent, territory, religion), an innovation stalemate, and a global recession, it was only natural for the whole industry to slow down and play it safe. And safe it was across all major...

Happy New Year 2024!

We stand on the brink of a new year, and we want to extend our heartfelt wishes to you, our dear readers! May the coming 2024 be a tapestry woven with threads of joy, love, and boundless potential. The past 12 months have been incredibly dynamic and filled with obstacles, but we never let those bring us down. We created over 4,000 news articles and added more than 500 devices to our rich database in 2023. Our team did nearly 130 multi-page smartphone reviews, as well as 111 video reviews and comparisons on our YouTube channel. May the new year unfold as a chapter of renewal,...

Resident Evil 4 for iPhone review

Resident Evil 4 has a special place in gaming history. Released back in 2005 for the GameCube and later for the PlayStation 2, it was a paragon of the third-person survival horror genre with its incredibly tense action sequences, amazing level design, terrifying enemies, and memorable characters and writing. It carved a niche for itself and it was for many — including myself — their favorite installment in the series. Having played that version on a PS2 all those years ago, I was genuinely stoked to see it getting a proper remaster earlier this year along the lines of Resident Evil...

Top 10 most popular reviews of 2023: Q4

The final quarter of the year saw the launch of Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro by Google. Samsung introduced the Galaxy S23 FE smartphone, while OnePlus launched its first foldable, simply called Open. The device was a rebadged version of the Oppo Find N3. Still, given the popularity of the OnePlus brand, we are not surprised to see the Open gather a lot more interest than its brother from another father. Xiaomi joined the discussions with the 13T series – we saw a vanilla and a Pro variant. Our readers were really interested in the duo, and understandably so – offering great bang for the...

2023 Winners and losers: Honor

The past twelve months have been a massive success for Honor, especially in China. The company quickly filled the gap that was left by its former parent Huawei, and is currently number 1 in two major categories at home – most smartphones sold and most foldables sold. Domestic success is generally a healthy indication that the company is ready to expand overseas, and the past twelve months have been a testament to Honor's dedication to becoming once again a leading player in international markets. The Honor handsets arrived in India, another big achievement, under the management of...

Galaxy S24 pricing, HyperOS logo, OnePlus Ace 3: Week 52 in review

This is the last week of 2023, and despite the holidays, the world of mobile devices still delivered a few exciting stories. The main one was that Samsung is planning to launch the Galaxy S24 and S24+ at a slightly cheaper price than it did with the S23, at least in Europe. Xiaomi already released its flagships with a HyperOS interface, and now we got to see the logo that many smartphone fans will see soon on their mobile phones, wearables, and even cars in the near future. Samsung Galaxy S24,S24+ to be cheaper in EU; North America really...

Samsung Galaxy S24 series to come with Live Translate and Generative Edit

The Samsung Galaxy S24 series is rumored to be unveiled on January 17, 2024, and past leaks have already given us a fair idea of what to expect from the Galaxy S24 lineup. The Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra are rumored to be "the smartest AI phones ever," and the latest leak reveals two AI-powered features we'll see on the S24 trio - Live Translate and Generative Edit. Word comes from X user Arsene Lupin (@MysteryLupin), who posted an image of what could be an unfinished retailer listing. The description for Live Translate suggests the processing will happen...

Tecno Spark 20 Pro+ is now officially listed on the company's website

Tecno made the Spark 20C official in November, then the Spark 20 and Spark 20 Pro were unveiled earlier this month. There was always going to be a fourth member in the family, however, one that we previously thought would be fully unveiled in January. We're talking about the Tecno Spark 20 Pro+, the highest-end of the bunch, but there's a twist. It's already been listed on Tecno's official website, though not with a full list of specs. Tecno Spark 20 Pro+, from left to right, in Temporal Orbits, Lunar Frost, Radiant Starstream, Magic Skin 2.0 Green We do however get plenty...

The best TWS earbuds of 2023

2023 offered plenty of new TWS earbuds options at varying prices. It wasn’t easy to single out the very best earbuds that passed through our office but we believe the following options impressed us enough during our reviews to deserve a spot on the list. We only included models that were launched in 2023 and which we reviewed so you'll notice that buds from Samsung, Apple and some other big names are absent. We'd also like to hear which TWS buds impressed you in the past year, so feel free to share your opinion in the comments section. Sony WF-1000XM5 Apart from their absurdly long...

Honor X50 Pro gets official with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 108 MP main camera

Today in China, Honor made the X50 Pro official. The phone comes with a 6.78-inch 1,200x2,652 120 Hz OLED screen, with 1,920 Hz PWM dimming and 10-bit color support and an embedded fingerprint sensor. It isn't, however, an LTPO panel, so it will only switch between 60 Hz and 120 Hz, no other steps. At the helm sits Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, which is getting a bit long in the tooth now that the 8 Gen 3 is already out, isn't it? Anyway, on the rear we get a 108 MP primary camera with f/1.75 aperture and a 1/1.67" type sensor. There's also a decorative 2 MP sensor on the other...

Oppo Reno11 series global launch rumored to take place on January 11

Oppo announced the Reno11 and Reno11 Pro mid-rangers for the Chinese market back in November, and now it looks like the company is getting ready to unveil their global counterparts. According to a usually reliable tipster over on X, the launch for India and global markets could take place on January 11 - which, might we add, would be very fitting (Reno11, January 11, get it?). The international Reno11 is rumored to sport the MediaTek Dimensity 1080 SoC, a slightly changed camera bump compared to its Chinese counterpart, and support for 67W SuperVOOC fast wired charging. Exclusive:...

Nothing Phone (2a)'s price leaks alongside RAM/storage options

Nothing is working on its next smartphone, to be called Nothing Phone (2a) according to a barrage of recent leaks. This is rumored to be unveiled during MWC in Barcelona in late February, and we've already seen a purported list of its most important specs. Today a new rumor covers the pricing, which has so far been missing from the conversation regarding the Nothing Phone (2a). According to the usually reliable Roland Quandt, the mid-ranger will start under €400 in the EU and will be offered in white and black. Nothing Phone (2a)8/128GB 12/256GBWhite or BlackSub 400 Euro price for base...

2023 Winners and losers: Oppo

2023 was a strong year for Oppo - it strengthened its positions in China, released solid upgrades to its foldable phones, and innovated on cameras across the board. So let's break it down and see which Oppo devices shined and which fell short in 2023. Winner: Oppo Find X6 Pro The Find X6 Pro arrived early in 2023 to challenge every phone and even some high-end cameras for the place of the best camera you can have on you at all times. The Find X6 Pro was one of the first Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-equipped phones, with an excellent premium dual-finish design and a camera system to...

Oppo starts taking reservations for the Find X7 and Find X7 Ultra, shows them from all angles

Oppo's oft-leaked, much-teased, and highly anticipated Find X7 and Find X7 Ultra flagship duo have now been listed by the company's official online store in China. Oppo is taking reservations for the handsets, which are scheduled to go on sale on January 8 at 2:30 pm local time. With the listings come a ton of renders, showing the two devices from all possible angles and in all of their colorways. Unfortunately, detailed specs aren't available yet, but the listings have revealed that the Find X7 will be available in four RAM/storage versions: 12/256GB, 16/256GB, 16/512GB, and...

OnePlus Ace 3's flagship-tier OLED display teased

OnePlus will introduce Ace 3 in China next week, and we finally know more details about the smartphone. The brand shared the display specs, revealing it will be the very same top-tier OLED panel used in the OnePlus 12. The panel is officially called 8T LTPO and comes with 800 nits manual brightness and 1,600 nits in Auto mode. The most impressive feat is the 4,500 nits peak brightness; the panel even got an A+ mark from DisplayMate. OnePlus Ace 3 display specs & OnePlus Buds 3 teaser The phone is expected to arrive as a OnePlus 12R in late January alongside the global...

iQOO Neo9 Pro arrives with Dimensity 9300 SoC and 144Hz screen, Neo9 tags along

vivo's iQOO has added two new members to its Neo smartphone lineup - iQOO Neo9 and iQOO Neo9 Pro. The iQOO Neo9 Pro is powered by the Dimensity 9300 SoC, runs Android 14-based OriginOS 4, and comes with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage. The smartphone also has a Q1 chip at the helm to improve the gaming experience by offering a stable frame rate. Additionally, it has a VC liquid cooling chamber of 6043mm² and a double-layer capillary power pump to help with heat dissipation for sustained performance. The Neo9 Pro packs a 6.78" 144Hz LTPO AMOLED screen of 2,800x1,260...

Honor X50 GT to arrive on January 4 with a 108 MP camera

Honor launched the X50 series in the summer of 2023, and we already have three official variants. A fourth one will join the family, as the brand revealed the X50 GT is getting announced on January 4. The smartphone looks much like the Honor X50 but will have a fancy white color, a yellow racing stripe, and a classic black paint job. Honor X50 GT posters The new phone will have a 108 MP sensor with a 1/1.67” size and an f/1.75 aperture in front, which is evident from the writing on the back of the white version. This is the popular Samsung HM6 sensor, seen plenty of midrangers,...

The best smartwatches of 2023

Smartwatches are quietly becoming one of the must-have personal devices for any modern person. Being a wearable is an easy way to get into a person's life, become a part of his routines, and eventually under his skin. Many people are used to wearing a watch (or a band) during the day and with the ever-improving sleep and health tracking on watches these days, we keep on wearing them into the night as well. Everyone makes a smartwatch and they're all pretty good nowadays. But some are better than others - here's our list of the best ones that came out this year. Apple Watch Series...

Asus Zenfone 10 receives Android 14 update

Asus has started rolling out the stable update to Android 14 for the Zenfone 10. This is now on its way to global models, including those sold in the EU. In order to get the update, your Zenfone 10 needs to be on software version 33.0220.0220.101. Once you've downloaded the 1.3GB update and installed it, you will then be on software version 34.1004.0204.65. As always, the update is going out in batches, based on the phones' serial numbers, so it could take a few days for it to reach all of the Zenfone 10 units out there in the wild. If you haven't yet seen the update notification,...

Honor X50 Pro's key specs and design revealed

Honor is rumored to unveil the X50 GT this month, which is also expected to launch as the X50 Pro. Honor is yet to detail the X50 GT's specs sheet, but an official-looking image that surfaced on Weibo shows us what the Honor X50 Pro will look like. The picture shows the Honor X50 Pro in green and black colors, but there could be more options. The smartphone sports a circular camera island on the rear, and the text in the image says it will come with a 5,800 mAh battery, a curved screen of 1.5K resolution, and a "Snapdragon 8+" processor. Honor X50 Pro Tipster Digital Chat Station...

OnePlus Ace 3 is coming on January 4

The OnePlus Ace 3 we've been hearing about for some time was rumored to be unveiled on January 4, 2024 in China. Those rumors were correct since the brand announced that the OnePlus Ace 3 will be launched next Thursday at 2:30 PM local time in China. The teaser by OnePlus revealed the Ace 3's design, suggesting it's the OnePlus 12R that will launch for international markets on January 23, 2024 alongside the OnePlus 12. The OnePlus Ace 3 will have three color options, and it's said to come with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC under the hood. With the unveiling still about a week away, you...

My top 4 phones of 2023 - Ro

For me, 2023 felt a bit stale. Last year I even got excited about some of midrangers, but this time around I couldn't find one that stands out. Even the premium segment wasn't particularly impressive to me, so that's why I picked only four phones for my top list. One brand that's missing from my list is Samsung. Even though I'm not a huge Samsung fan, I've always liked the S Ultra series, but the Galaxy S23 Ultra just feels like more of the same to me. The same goes for the Galaxy Z Fold5 - it's good, but unexciting. Xiaomi 13 Ultra Let's start with my daily driver - the Xiaomi 13...

vivo X100 lineup's India launch date revealed

vivo introduced the X100 and X100 Pro in China last month, and over a week ago, it said the X100 series would be "coming soon" to India. Today, the brand announced the X100 duo will launch in India on January 4, 2024, at noon local time. The vivo X100 and X100 Pro look similar and have the Dimensity 9300 chip at the helm, with the most notable differences between the two phones being different battery sizes and camera setups. vivo X100 • vivo X100 Pro You can head this way for a detailed specs comparison of the vivo X100 and X100 Pro, and read our vivo X100 Pro review here...

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is receiving Android 14-based One UI 6 update

Samsung has been upgrading its devices with the Android 14-based One UI 6, and the latest smartphone to get a taste of the stable One UI 6 is the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G. The One UI 6 update for the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G comes with firmware version A236BXXU4DWKA and bumps the Android security patch level on the smartphone to November 2023. Samsung Galaxy A23 5G The update is seeding in European countries, including France, Italy, Poland, Portugal, and the UK, but the rollout should expand to other regions soon. If you haven't received an update notification on your Samsung...

My top 5 phones of 2023 – Victor

It's that time of year again – a time for reflection and a great opportunity to look back at another great year full of interesting devices. I've said it before, and I'll say it again – the undisputable best part of my job is the opportunity to experience the latest and greatest tech all of the time. The list you are about to read is about phones that made a lasting impression on me over the past 12 months. As such, these phones are not necessarily the best ones out there, nor do I claim to offer any actual buying advice. These devices just stuck with me for one reason or...

2023 Winners and losers: Xiaomi

Overall, Xiaomi had a pretty good year, at least when it comes to its product lineup. Sales weren't that great, but that's understandable given the global economic situation and the limited availability of certain models. We were able to review a good chunk of Xiaomi's smartphones and we liked most of them. So here are the winners and losers from Xiaomi's 2023 portfolio. Winners: Xiaomi 13 series, but above all 13 Ultra This year's Xiaomi 13 series is a big success in. The small Xiaomi 13 is a potent compact flagship that's worth the recommendation for sure, while the 13 Pro strikes...

My top 5 phones of 2023 – Michail

With 2023 coming to an end, it’s time to reflect on what phones stood out. I like compact, premium devices and I'm certainly not a power user, an experienced photographer, or a heavy mobile gamer. The thing is, compact phones are hard to come by these days but Apple, Samsung and Google did offer one each. And while foldables are not intrinsically compact, Oppo and Samsung offered two great options that deserved a spot in my top 5. iPhone 15 Pro The iPhone 15 Pro series represents a monumental shift in Apple history. It’s not just because of the USB-C port on the bottom, though that is...

2023 Winners and losers: Samsung

Samsung remained the global smartphone leader in 2023 and its flagship devices performed better than their predecessors. Not a bad year then, but what else happened? Samsung was methodical and prudent in its phone releases in 2023. It made meaningful product improvements and was instrumental with pre-order bundles and bonuses that ensured positive results. However, there's a growing sentiment that Samsung is holding back on innovation and is playing it too safe with its devices. Now let's take a look at Samsung's winners and losers of 2023. Winner: Galaxy A54 Samsung's second...

Merry Christmas!

It's the best time of the year and we all deserve a cup of cheer! On this holly, jolly day, we would like to thank you, our readers, for sticking with us and being a major part of GSMArena! Thank you for being a part of our community. Your support and presence have enriched our journey, and we look forward to sharing many more moments together in the coming year. This holiday is so delightful, and we are wishing you a memorable time with your loved ones, enjoying the colorful lights and decorations and may the next 12 months be even brighter with more smiles, good moments and...

My top 5 phones of 2023 - Ivan

Hello, I'm Ivan and I take the majority of the lifestyle images on GSMArena dot com. You could say I like the phones with the best cameras the most, though it's more complicated than that. The wide-angle cameras on most phones are great these days and they take mostly the same-looking photos. It's the zooms that I like most - they give me the creative freedom to snap interesting shots with unique perspectives. So, in reverse order, here are my top 5 phones of the year. Nothing Phone (2) Wait a minute, the Nothing Phone (2) doesn't even have a telephoto camera, what's up with that?...

Weekly poll: ZTE nubia Z60 Ultra is unique and widely available flagship, do you want one?

These days it’s a common practice for Chinese makers to launch their phones in China first and then, after a while, maybe bring them to a global audience – though many never do. But that is not the case with today’s hero, the nubia Z60 Ultra from ZTE. nubia Z60 Ultra This phone is on pre-order in North America and Mexico, Europe and the UK (and China too, of course). Below are the prices with a few things to note. First, pre-orders end and shipping starts on December 29. Second, there is early bird pricing until the 29th. And third, the Chinese model is slightly different...

Weekly poll results: the Galaxy A25 overshadows the Galaxy A15 5G and A15

As is tradition, Samsung starts the 2024 launches early with entry-level Galaxy A phones. This time it’s the Galaxy A25, A15 5G and A15 (4G) and we already know which of the three will be the most popular model, thanks to last week’s poll. The Samsung Galaxy A25 is the clear favorite – of those who are in the market for an entry-level phone, this one will usually make the shortlist. Quite a few people think that it is overpriced, so a price cut will certainly raise the A25’s fortunes. This is perhaps less a win for the A25 and more of a loss for the Galaxy A15 5G. The issue is not...

Honor V Purse in for review

A very rare phone just landed in HQ - or should we say a very high-tech fashion accessory. With the leather case strap attachment, the Honor V Purse certainly looks the part. Despite its limited launch in China, the phone attracted genuine interest when it launched back in September and drew quite a few "wows". The strap accessory comes in a separate box, while the phone itself ships with a 35W charger and a USB cable. The case accessory attaches to the V Purse's frame and is not easy to get off. We don't expect it to fall off unexpectedly at any point. The chain itself is made...

Nothing Phone (2a) detailed specs surface, official wallpapers in toll

Nothing's upcoming midranger, the Nothing Phone (2a), has been the subject of numerous leaks for the past couple of weeks since its supposed launch time frame is set for MWC 2024. Multiple rumors point to MWC 2024 for the Phone (2a)'s debut and the current report corroborates these findings. But in addition to the release date, today's leak from Smartprix details most of the specs and confirms some previously known ones. Starting with the display, it will likely be a 6.7-inch AMOLED panel with 120Hz refresh rate and 1084 x 2412px resolution, manufactured by BOE and Visionox. A...

iQOO Neo9 stars in live photos revealing three unique paint jobs

The iQOO Neo9 is expected to launch on December 27 and the company itself posted a pretty revealing teaser on Weibo. It shows the device from different angles and reveals a rather unique design. iQOO Neo9 The post states that the iQOO Neo9 has a dual-tone, dual-material design of sorts. One variant includes a matte glass finish spliced with faux leather. Another one is plain glass with a soft-touch finish and the third black version is made of fluorite AG glass and doesn't allow fingerprints to stick. It's smooth to the touch too. iQOO Neo9 Moving onto the Neo9 Pro,...

Top 10 most popular reviews of 2023: Q1

The year is almost over, and as we are preparing for the new one, we take a look at the most popular reviews of 2023. The first quarter was a busy one, with major manufacturers racing to introduce their phones with the then-new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. We saw the Galaxy S23 series, the Xiaomi 13 lineup, the OnePlus 11, and even the Honor Magic5 Pro all become official. Unsurprisingly their reviews were extremely popular as the industry was finally shaking off the after effects of the pandemic. And while flagships are influential for a maker's reputation, midrangers were the...

Poco M6 gets official in India with Dimensity 6100+, 8GB of RAM

The Oppo A59 from earlier isn't the only smartphone that got its official global debut in India today. It's joined by the Poco M6, a device powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 6100+ SoC, which is paired with 4/6/8GB of RAM - and supports an additional 8GB through RAM expansion. The Poco M6 has a 6.74-inch 720x1,600 LCD screen with 90 Hz refresh rate and up to 600-nit peak brightness, Gorilla Glass protection on top (though which version isn't mentioned), 128GB or 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage, microSD expansion support, dual-SIM functionality, a 3.5 mm headphone jack, a side-mounted fingerprint...

Oppo A59 launches in India with Dimensity 6020 SoC

Oppo really likes the A59 name, it seems, since it's now unveiled the second smartphone bearing it. The original was released in 2016, and obviously the new one has nothing in common with it aside from the name. The new A59 is now official in India, and some details about it were outed just a few days ago. The phone is powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 6020 chipset, and it starts at INR 14,999. That amount of cash nets you the version with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. If you want 2GB more RAM, the price is INR 16,999. Those seem to be your only options. Both of them will become...

OnePlus 12R specs and launch date leak

With all the spotlight on the OnePlus 12, it’s easy to forget about another upcoming OnePlus phone – the OnePlus 12R. The device is expected to launch globally alongside the OnePlus 12 in January and we now get our most up-to-date leaked specs thanks to reliable tipster Max Jambor. OnePlus 12R is reportedly fitted with a curved 6.78-inch LTPO 4.0 OLED display with a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection. The device will be equipped with last year’s flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset paired with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB UFS 4.0...

Honor posts first Magic6 Porsche Design teaser

Honor and Porsche Design announced the beginning of a new partnership last week. The first product of the joint work between both companies will be a Magic6 Porsche Design smartphone, expected in January 2024. Today, the brand posted the first teaser on Weibo, which also appeared on the personal profiles of several executives, including the CMO Harrison Jiang. The image itself does not reveal much about the actual phone, aside from the fact it will be a big phone with curved edges of the screen. There is also the latest Porsche 911 in the background to remind everyone that Porsche...

LG announces Dual-Hz OLED monitor with 4K 240Hz and FullHD 480Hz modes

LG has unveiled the range of UltraGear OLED gaming monitors that it will be showcasing during CES 2024. Chief among these is the new 32GS95UE, which has an interesting trick up its sleeve. The 32-inch 32GS95UE features what LG calls Dual-Hz. This allows the monitor to switch between two modes, one where it runs the display at its native 4K (3840x2160) resolution at a maximum of 240Hz refresh rate, and the other where it can run it at a reduced FullHD (1920x1080) resolution but at the panel's maximum 480Hz refresh rate. The user can switch between these modes easily using a hotkey or...

Redmi Note 13 Pro confirmed to launch in India on January 4, chipset revealed

Redmi is introducing the Note 13 family to the Indian market on January 4, that much we've known for more than a week now. But what wasn't officially confirmed was which members of the very expansive family we should expect to land in India. Today, the brand's Indian arm has thankfully revealed one of them: it's the Redmi Note 13 Pro, perhaps unsurprisingly. Redmi has outright named it in its newest teaser posts over on X, and it's even got a special website teasing the launch. Over there we get confirmation that the Indian Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G, just like the Chinese model, will be...

Oppo A59 specs sheet leaks online, will cost $180

The Oppo A59 appeared online with a full specs sheet. According to X user yabhishekhd, the phone will have a lot of common features with the Oppo A58 devices, like the cameras or the battery capacity, but the big improvement will be the Dimensity 6020 chipset that supports 5G connectivity. The A59 will have a 6.56” LCD with a notch for the 8 MP selfie camera. The panel resolution is not mentioned, but we do know it will have a 90 Hz refresh rate. The cameras on the back are fairly basic - 13 MP main + 2 MP secondary, wrapped around a neat design that we've seen in some Reno...

Honor Magic6 Pro appears in a hands-on photo

Honor is working on the Magic6 series, and the first live photo of a phone from the lineup appeared online. A user on Weibo shared an image revealing the new Magic6 Pro will look a lot like its predecessor, the Magic5 Pro. The device has three cameras, aligned in a triangle formation, with the top one having a periscope lens and there is also “100x zoom” writing between them. The user also shared a fan-made render, better explaining the overall design of the camera island. Honor Magic6 Pro live photo & fan-made render This image is quite different from a previously posted...

nubia Red Magic 9 Pro survives bend test from both sides

A couple of days ago nubia's Red Magic 9 Pro was officially launched outside of China, where it was initially introduced last month. We've already put the gaming beast through the paces of our usual in-depth review, so go take a look at that if you haven't already. Also as usual, Zack from the YouTube channel JerryRigEverything has taken out the tools and subjected the Red Magic 9 Pro to his customary 'durability test' to see how it can withstand scratches, burns, and bends. Spoiler alert: very well, as it turns out. The scratch test is pretty much the same for all devices nowadays,...

Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy S24 in four colors in official-looking renders

Samsung is widely expected to introduce the Galaxy S24 family at some point next month, and as we are almost at the end of December, it's time for the official-looking renders to come out, seemingly. The first set has been leaked today and depicts the 'vanilla' Galaxy S24 in all its glory, in not one, not two, not three, but four upcoming colorways. Ladies and gentlemen, here it is in all its glory in Onyx Black, Cobalt Violet, Marble Gray, and Amber Yellow. On top of these, there will apparently be three more hues, which will be exclusive to Samsung.com: blue, green, and orange. That's a...

Redmi sells 1 million K70 units, Lamborghini Edition arrives tomorrow

Redmi introduced the K70 series a month ago, and today, the company announced the first major milestone in sales. The Xiaomi brand managed to push 1 million units of the lineup in just two weeks, smashing previous records for the K series. Users purchased one of three phones - Redmi K70, K70 Pro, or K70e. The special edition wasn’t available initially but will arrive tomorrow, December 21 - the Automobili Lamborghini Squadra Corse with a different design on the back panel. Redmi K70 sells in 1 million units • Lamborghini Edition arriving tomorrow The Redmi K70 arrived with a...

Oppo confirms the 1-inch Sony LYT-900 sensor for a Find X7

Oppo officially mentioned the Find X7 lineup for the first time. The first teaser revealed the series will debut with LYT-900, which is a new 1”-type sensor by Sony. We expect the platform to be in the Find X7 Ultra smartphone, as the latest reports suggested there is no Pro version incoming. The Sony LYT-900 is not official, but leaks suggested it is 16.384 mm in diagonal with 50 MP, each being 1.6 μm big. The sensor does share a lot of specs with the IMX989, also a 1”-type sensor by Sony, and we have to wait for the official unveiling to see what the difference will be. According...

Samsung Galaxy A55 runs Geekbench with Exynos 1480 SoC, Xclipse 530 GPU confirmed

Last week we saw a Geekbench run from the Galaxy A55's SoC, but it wasn't in the Galaxy A55 - it was using some kind of test platform. Today, that changes, as a prototype of the A55 itself has also made it onto Geekbench, and this confirms the interesting GPU choice Samsung's made. The A55's chipset is widely believed to be marketed as Exynos 1480, following, of course, in the footsteps of the 1380 seen in the A54 and the 1280 in the A53. Unlike those, however, the new one won't use a Mali GPU, instead opting for an AMD RDNA2-based Xclipse 530 GPU, which has been confirmed by today's...

Google Play Store to let you uninstall apps remotely from other devices

Play Store version 38.8 is out and Google is adding the ability to uninstall apps remotely from devices connected to the same account. The remote uninstall is supposed to work on all platforms - PC, Auto, Phone, TV and Wear. As of now, you can only install apps on devices under the same Google account, but you can't remove them. The new functionality allows you to also uninstall and the Play Store's new UI compiles all of your installed apps in a more manageable list. For instance, you can order by size, group by device, etc. Screenshots from the new Google Play Store...