Google Translate is now powered by Gemini, includes live translations on headphones

Today Google is finally revamping Google Translate, infusing it with Gemini capabilities in order to improve translations, especially on phrases with nuanced meanings like idioms, local expressions, or slang. This, Google says, is state-of-the-art translation quality, and you can find it in Google Search and in the Translate app on iOS and Android. The update is rolling out in the US and India today translating between English and "nearly 20 languages" including Spanish, Hindi, Chinese, Japanese, and German. There's also a new beta experience that lets you hear real-time...

Swiss Competition Commission is now investigating Apple for iPhone NFC access

Apple has found itself in the crosshairs of the European Commission many times over the past few years, and now it's also being investigated by the Swiss Competition Commission (SCC). This has to do with access to NFC on iPhones. Apple started to allow third-party access to the NFC chip last year, following an initial opening up in the EU. But if you want to use the iPhone's NFC chip, you need to enter into a commercial agreement with Apple and pay the fees it requests, and that is precisely what the SCC is investigating. Namely, the SCC is trying to ascertain whether Apple's terms...

A folding screen replacement for the Galaxy Z TriFold will sting

Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold went on sale in Korea today, promptly selling out despite its huge price point (around $2,400 at the current exchange rate). Speaking of huge price points, we just found out how much a replacement for the inner folding screen will cost for the TriFold. In Korea, this repair will be priced at KRW 1,657,500 at the lowest level. That's approximately $1,122, which makes this officially the most expensive Samsung smartphone screen replacement in history, but given the type of display we're talking about here, that's not really surprising, is it? Luckily,...

OnePlus 15R to have the best ever selfie camera on an R series device

OnePlus is fully unveiling the 15R on December 17, and ahead of that the company has already revealed a lot of important details about it. So much so, in fact, that it now seems like it's running out of ideas. And so, today OnePlus has officially confirmed the fact that the OnePlus 15R has the best selfie camera ever fitted into an R series phone. That is definitely not a high bar. The 15R boasts a 32MP selfie snapper. It has twice as many megapixels as the 13R's 16MP camera. In an actually welcome development (since megapixel count by itself doesn't say much), the new camera has...

Honor X8d is official with a big battery and a 4G-only chipset

Despite not being officially announced, the Honor X8d is now listed in Kyrgyzstan. It currently shows as out of stock, but that will undoubtedly change soon. Unfortunately this means we can't tell you the price, but we do have the specs along with the official images you can see below. So, the Honor X8d comes in blue, grey, and black with a 6.77-inch 1080x2392 AMOLED touchscreen, the Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 SoC, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, and a 7,000 mAh battery with support for 45W wired charging. An IP65 dust and splash resistance rating is provided. Honor X8d official...

You can now control the DJI Neo 2 with your Apple Watch

The DJI Neo 2 drone was launched internationally in November, and today a new update lets you control the drone entirely from your Apple Watch. This works with the Apple Watch Series 8 and later, as well as the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Ultra 3. The new DJI Neo 2 firmware, which unlocks this functionality, is labeled v01.00.0500. You also need the latest version of the DJI Fly app - v1.19.4. And that's it. DJI says this will prove especially useful for sports scenarios like cycling and running, and of course you can think of many more times when grabbing your phone or controller is...

This case will add a second display to your iPhone 17 Pro

Every so often, an interesting product idea comes along that could be useful if executed right. This one is an iPhone case, called the Selfix, from the brand Dockcase. The case is designed for the iPhone 17 Pro series and adds a secondary display to the back. The Selfix case offers a circular 1.6-inch AMOLED touch display at the back with a 480 x 480-pixel resolution. The rear display’s primary purpose is to let you use the higher-quality 48MP rear cameras for selfies and video recording. It also makes ultrawide group selfies possible, something that the front camera can’t match....

Opera Neon agentic AI browser finally becomes available to everyone, but there's a catch

Today, Opera has announced that it's opening up public access to Opera Neon, which is its experimental browser for AI power users, "who wish to get access and make the most of the newest AI technologies as they emerge". Neon has been available in a closed "Founders" phase since October 2 - think of it like a closed beta. Now we're in the open beta phase, and anyone can join - on Windows and Mac. Neon is described by its maker as "an agentic browser". It uses AI agents to perform tasks and even code web apps rather than just display web pages. It also gives you access to Gemini 3 Pro...

Android gets the ability to share live video with emergency services

Google has announced a new feature called Android Emergency Live Video, and it's pretty much what you'd assume it would be based on the name - the ability to share live video with emergency services. And it works "in a single tap" too, because in an emergency every second counts. During an emergency call or text, a dispatcher can request live video from your phone, and you can start securely streaming with just one tap. The video will let emergency responders quickly assess the situation and get you the help you need. With the real-time view they can also guide you through life-saving...

vivo X200T is coming, here's what it is

According to a new rumor, vivo is working on a new device that it will call X200T. That's a strange name for this brand, and if you're wondering what to expect, this will allegedly be "a mix of the X200 and X200 FE". It's expected to launch in India by the end of January. It definitely sounds like a weird release considering the fact that the X300 and X300 Pro have just become available in India, so a new device in the X200 line may feel instantly outdated in comparison. vivo X200 FE The X200T is said to be similar in size to the X200 FE, which has a 6.31-inch touchscreen. The...

You can now use Adobe Photoshop, Express, and Acrobat in ChatGPT for free

Today, Adobe has announced that you can use its Photoshop, Express, and Acrobat tools right inside ChatGPT. Of course, this means you can simply tell the chatbot what you want to accomplish and it will use Adobe's products. Then you can keep the conversation going by requesting changes. Thus, you can easily edit images with Photoshop, whether that be adjusting just a specific part, fine-tuning settings like brightness, contrast, and exposure, or applying creative effects like Glitch and Glow, all while preserving the quality of the image. You can also personalize designs with...

Instagram now lets you see and control your algorithm

Today, Instagram has announced that it's allowing you to see and control your Reels algorithm for the first time. You just tap the icon showing two lines with hearts located in the upper right corner. There, you can see what topics Instagram thinks you're interested in, and you can choose which of those you want to see more or less of, and your recommendations will adapt accordingly. You can even share your interests as devised by the Instagram algorithm to your Story, so your friends and followers can laugh at what you're into. The ability to see and modify what the algorithm...

Redmi starts teasing the global Note 15 5G

The Redmi Note 15 devices made their debut in China back in August, and they are soon going to be launching internationally as well - though keep in mind that there are usually changes between the Chinese models and the global ones despite the similar (or identical) names. We've already seen a bunch of leaks regarding the series recently, including retailer listings, so the official launch is probably very near. To further confirm that, today Redmi has started teasing the Note 15 5G in India. A new benchmark steps into the spotlight.Meet REDMI Note 15 5G, the 108 Master Pixel Edition,...

Realme 16 Pro+ box leaks, periscope telephoto camera rumored again

The Realme 16 series is rumored to become official on January 6, and today in China the box for the upcoming Realme 16 Pro+ has been leaked. The Pro+ will of course be the highest-end member of the family. According to the source of the leaked image showing the box, the Realme 16 Pro+ will have a periscope telephoto camera on its rear. That is of course very good news. This is a feature that the Realme 14 Pro+ had, but the Realme 15 Pro didn't (there was no Realme 15 Pro+). Now it's back, and we wouldn't be surprised if the 16 Pro+ ends up being more expensive than the 15 Pro...

vivo X300 and X300 Pro are going into the wild with National Geographic

Today vivo has announced a new partnership with National Geographic Creative Works. It's done under the slogan Go Into the Wild, and it's "an immersive photography and storytelling initiative", captured entirely on vivo's new X300 series, currently comprising the X300 and X300 Pro. [#InlinePriceWidget,14224,1#] [#InlinePriceWidget,14225,1#] The project takes a Nat Geo Explorer along with other creators and photographers across India's wild terrains to document untouched landscapes, wildlife encounters, and "natural spectacles". They will capture stories across forests, mountains,...

Counterpoint: iPhone 16 was the world’s best-selling phone in Q3

Apple dominated the global best-selling smartphone list during Q3, but it wasn’t the shiny new iPhone 17 models that held the lead for Cupertino. According to Counterpoint Research, the iPhone 16 was the world’s best-selling phone during the July-September months, commanding a 4% share of all shipments for the period. [#InlinePriceWidget,13317,1#] The iPhone 16 sold particularly well in India during the festive promotions and also showed some recovery in Japan. But it wasn’t just the vanilla iPhone 16, as the iPhone 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max and iPhone 16e occupied the second, third...

Amazfit Active Max leaks with large 576mAh battery

Amazfit, known for its well-built but affordable smartwatches, has a new model in the works. The Amazfit Active Max has a clean look with a graduated bezel of the Active series paired with a larger display and a much larger battery. The Max has a 576mAh battery, according to the leaked specs shared by Roland Quandt. Also, it has a 1.5” OLED display with 480 x 480px resolution. For comparison, the Amazfit Active 2 has a 1.32” 466 x 466px display and a relatively small 270mAh battery. Amazfit has models with even larger batteries, e.g. the recently released Balance 2 has a 658mAh battery,...

Xiaomi 17 tipped to launch in global markets in January

The Xiaomi 17, which was unveiled in China in September, is still awaiting its global debut. Although Xiaomi hasn’t shared any details about an international release, a tipster has now hinted at its expected launch timeline. According to the tipster, the Xiaomi 17 may see a global debut in January 2026. The phone is also said to arrive in India around the same time. Meanwhile, a Xiaomi phone with the model number 25113PN0EC has been spotted on Geekbench. It is expected to be the global Xiaomi 17 variant. The phone is listed on the benchmarking website with Android 16 and 12GB of...

Trump says he’ll have a final say in the Netflix – Warner Bros deal

A blockbuster deal was struck in the streaming space last Friday as Netflix announced its plans to take over Warner Bros. to the tune of $83 billion. While that deal is expected to be finalized in the next 12-18 months, pending regulatory approval, US President Donald Trump is certain that he will have a say in the final decision. Trump voiced his opinion prior to hosting the Kennedy Center Honors ceremony last night in Washington, DC, claiming “he’ll be involved in the decision” while also stating that “it’s a lot of market share, so we’ll have to see what happens”. Netflix is the...

Video shows how Google's version of NameDrop for Android will work

Back in November we first heard that Google was working on creating something very similar to Apple's NameDrop, but for Android devices. NameDrop was launched in 2023 and lets you share files with another iPhone owner by simply bringing your iPhones close together. NameDrop also supports sharing contact info. And Google seems to be focused on that contact sharing bit in its implementation, at least initially. The video embedded below shows how Google's version of NameDrop for Android will actually work in practice, take a look. It's still unclear what Google will choose to call this...

Realme Narzo 90 image leaks along with specs

Realme is apparently getting ready to launch a whole new Narzo series in India. It's still unclear how many Narzo 90 devices there will be, but for reference note that there were four members in the Narzo 80 family. Unlike what happened there, this time we are apparently also getting a 'vanilla' model, the Narzo 90. According to a new report, this one has the RMX5111 model number and will be offered in Carbon Black and Victory Gold with 6/8/12GB of RAM. You can see the latter colorway in the leaked image below. The entry-level version will pair 6GB of RAM with 128GB of storage,...

Motorola Edge 70 to debut in India on December 15

Last week, Motorola began teasing the Edge 70’s India launch, and the company has now confirmed the official date. The Motorola Edge 70 will be unveiled in India on December 15 and will be available for purchase the same day via Flipkart, Motorola online store, and other retailers. Motorola’s upcoming phone will be powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC and offer dual 50MP rear cameras alongside another 50MP selfie unit. The phone will measure 5.99mm thin. While most of the specs of the Indian variant will be similar to the global model, it is rumored to offer a larger battery....

vivo S50 and S50 Pro mini launch date revealed

After several teasers, vivo has finally revealed the launch date for the S50 series. The upcoming vivo phones are also available for pre-order in China. The vivo S50 and S50 Pro mini will debut in China on December 15. vivo has released new images and teaser videos on Weibo to showcase the phones. vivo has also confirmed the color options of both phones via its official online store. The vivo S50 will be available in Confession White, Inspirational Purple, Space Black, and Serene Blue colors. Meanwhile, the vivo S50 Pro mini will be sold in Confession White, Inspirational Purple,...

Top 10 trending phones of week 49

After climbing to the top of our trending chart last week, the Poco F8 Ultra managed to retain it by the slimmest of margins. The newly unveiled Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold mounted a very strong challenge that came just short and had to settle for second place. [#InlinePriceWidget, 14301, 1#] In third we have the Galaxy A56, followed by the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, which has been steadily growing in popularity over the holiday shopping season. The Galaxy S25 Ultra lost a couple of places and ended up fifth, followed by the November champion OnePlus 15. Samsung Galaxy A17 took the...

Honor Magic8 Pro battery life and charging speed

After the brief hands-on report we got on the Honor Magic8 Pro (including benchmark runs and camera samples), we now have a review-in-progress update for you, with some of the more important numbers now ready. We did the usual battery testing, plus a few rounds of charging and here are the results. Honor Magic8 Pro battery life The Magic8 Pro's battery capacity varies by region. The China version gets the largest capacity, at 7,200mAh, while European Magics (like the version we're reviewing) are capped at 6,270mAh. There's another version that's for markets outside of China and...

Weekly deals: Pixel 10 series, Nothing Phone (3), (3a) Pro, Xiaomi 15T in Germany

After the few Black Friday-themed weeks of feverish discounts on everything, discounts have slowed down a bit. Still, there are some deals to be had, and we've rounded up a few from Amazon Germany for you guys and gals! Google has traditionally kept its Pixel series at a good price compared to its rivals, and now is no different. You can snag a member of the Pixel 10 series for less - the base model 10 is 20% off, while the Pixel 10 Pro in its 512GB guise and the 10 Pro XL in its 256GB guise are down on price. Google...

Weekly poll: is the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold the form factor of the future, your next phone even?

Earlier this year, we ran a poll on the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate, the first commercially available tri-fold smartphone. The key takeaways from that were: 1) 26.4% said “I want a tri-foldable, but cheaper”, 2) 22.1% said “I want a Mate XT Ultimate” and 3) 16.7% said “I want a tri-fold, but not from Huawei”. This week Samsung may have delivered the answers to 1) and 3). May have. The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold will go on sale next week and we only have the Korean price to go off on. It’s roughly 40% higher than the equivalent Z Fold7 (512GB storage), which means that the global pricing should...

Weekly poll results: the Poco F8 Ultra is a hot commodity, the Poco F8 Pro stays in its shadow

The results from last week’s poll are clear – the Poco F8 Ultra is not the best flagship, but it is certainly the best Poco F8 model. And to be fair, it’s not trying to be the best flagship. Its price is so aggressively low that it is making people question whether they actually need the higher end features. Poco’s site still lists the Ultra at its early bird price of €700 for the 256GB version and €750 for the 512GB one. However, they are showing “out of stock” (also, Amazon briefly had a better price at €650/€700). For comparison, the Realme GT 8 Pro is €1,100 for a 512GB unit (note:...

Intel will soon make chips for Apple, including for iPhones, according to new rumor

Apple used to employ Intel chips in its laptops and desktops, but moved away from them once the in-house designed M-series chips arrived. Now it seems like the company is on the verge of reaching a new deal with Intel, but this will be different. Intel will just be making chips for Apple - it won't be involved in the design phase at all. Basically, Apple wants to not depend entirely on TSMC for chip fabrication, and Intel is the way to do that. GF Securities analyst Jeff Pu says he and his colleagues now expect a deal between Intel and Apple to be reached for at least some non-Pro...

The European Commission fines X $140 million for its deceptive blue checkmark

The European Commission (EC) has today reached a verdict on an investigation of X that started in 2024. The EC has fined the social network €120 million (approximately $140 million), finding that its blue checkmark was deceptive since it implies a user who has it is verified, but anyone can pay to obtain this status "without the company meaningfully verifying who is behind the account". This violates the obligation, under the EU's Digital Services Act (DSA), for online platforms to "prohibit deceptive design practices on their services". The fine also covers X's advertisement...

OnePlus 15R's battery capacity officially revealed

OnePlus is unveiling the 15R on December 17 along with the Pad Go 2 and Watch Lite. Ahead of that, today the company has officially confirmed the 15R's battery capacity - it's 7,400 mAh, the largest ever in a OnePlus phone sold outside of China (the recently announced Ace 6T holds the record inside of China with its 8,300 mAh cell). This battery will support 80W SuperVOOC wired charging. The battery is said to keep at least 80% of its initial capacity after four years of use. It uses 15% silicon content inside its anode. OnePlus has previously revealed that the 15R is powered by the...

Samsung now said to be using the Exynos 2600 in the Galaxy S26 series in just one market

To Exynos or not to Exynos, that is the question for Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 series. And, additionally, where to Exynos? We've heard tons of reports already saying many different things - either only the S26 and S26+ will get the soon to be revealed Exynos 2600 SoC, or maybe the Ultra too, but only in some regions. Today a new rumor muddies the waters even more, claiming that all three S26 models will indeed use the Exynos 2600, but only in one market: Korea. We have to say we're very skeptical about this claim, since Samsung has in the past also brought Exynos S-series devices to...

Google is working on supporting new gestures on its Pixel Watches

Google is now working on supporting more gestures on its Pixel Watches, as revealed today through a teardown of the newest version of the Pixel Watch app. The company will at some point in the future add support for double pinch, which will be used to answer calls, interact with notifications, and take photos. Next up, wrist turn gestures are coming back (they were available up until Wear OS 3). These will let you silence calls and close alerting notifications with simple wrist turns. While it's clear that Google is working on these features already, it's anyone's guess when they...

OnePlus 15 is finally up for pre-order in the US, here's when it ships

The OnePlus 15 is finally up for pre-order in the US today, following a rather lengthy launch delay caused by the US government shutdown preventing the FCC from issuing the phone's certificate. [#InlinePriceWidget,14206,1#] You can get the device with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage in Infinite Black for $899.99, or with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage in Infinite Black, Ultra Violet, and Sand Storm. Right now, the official website says the OnePlus 15 will ship in 18 days, so on December 22. Whether that means it will make it to you before Christmas isn't clear. You can...

Motorola unveils special edition Edge 70 with Swarovski crystals

Motorola first unveiled the Edge 70 in October in three Pantone colorways: Gadget Gray, Lily Pad, and Bronze Green. Today, the company is announcing a new special edition colorway celebrating Pantone's Color of the Year 2026, which is called Cloud Dancer. [#InlinePriceWidget,14216,1#] This is described as "an airy white hue that communicates clarity over clutter, softness over spectacle, and presence over pressure". Cloud Dancer "feels both quieting and inspiring, the perfect reflection of balance and refinement", Motorola goes on to say in its official press release. Oh, and there are...

iPhone 17 Pro units will be used during the Major League Soccer final

Apple and the US MLS soccer organisation have partnered to include iPhone 17 Pro in the broadcast of the Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps final. Four iPhone 17 Pro units will join the more than 30 cameras in broadcasting and streaming live from behind the goal and in the crowd to capture fans and their reactions. Whenever you see the feed from one of the phones, there'll be a "Shot on iPhone" tag on the screen. MLS has reportedly been testing iPhones in its workflow for months leading up to the final. Its engineers have reportedly validated the iPhone's latency, heat behaviour,...

iPhone 17e display details leak

The iPhone 17e is expected to arrive in the first months of 2026, and a new report from Korea today shares some more details about its screen. Apparently, the panel will be made by BOE, Samsung Display, and LG Display, with BOE getting most of the orders. The screen will be identical to the LTPS OLED seen in the iPhone 16e, but it will have thinner bezels. Apple allegedly expects to ship around 8 million iPhone 17e units in the first half of next year. iPhone 16e According to previous rumors, the iPhone 17e will have the same 18MP selfie camera that made its debut on the rest of...

One UI 8.5 changelog leaks: improvements to battery management, DeX, AI and more

Samsung has been testing One UI 8.5 for a while, though not everything is going to plan. But now we have a detailed list of what to expect from the next major update. Tarun Vats has posted a leaked changelog for One UI 8.5. There will be improvements to DeX, e.g. the size and position of app windows will be remembered. The battery will get a new, more detailed info screen with remaining time, charging status and daily usage reports for the past week. Adding to this is the improved Power Saving mode that will offer a choice between Standard and Maximum saving levels. Leaked Samsung...

OnePlus Ace 6T debuts with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 SoC and 8,300mAh battery

After weeks of teasers, OnePlus has officially launched the Ace 6T in China. It happens to be the first phone to be powered by the recently announced Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset. It is currently available for order in China and is expected to debut globally as the OnePlus 15R. The OnePlus Ace 6T comes with a 6.83-inch AMOLED display that offers up to 165Hz refresh rate, 1,800nits in high brightness mode, and 1.5K resolution. The panel supports DC dimming, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and is protected by Oppo Crystal Shield Glass. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 SoC, which is paired...

CR: Samsung breaks record for most foldable smartphone shipments in Q3

Global shipments for foldable smartphones were up 14% in Q3 2025, reaching record quarterly levels, and Samsung was the undisputed leader with an estimated 64% share of all shipments for the quarter. The latest report from Counterpoint Research estimates that Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold7 and Z Flip7 were the best sellers, which helped the Korean brand extend its lead. Samsung’s Q3 performance represents a 32% rise in global foldable shipments compared to the same period last year. Global Foldable Smartphone Shipment Share, Q3 2025 vs Q3 2024 (Counterpoint Foldable Smartphone Market...

Poco C85 5G is on its way, official teaser campaign starts

The Poco C85 4G launched back in September, and now it's finally almost time for its 5G-enabled sibling to become official. Poco India has already started its teaser campaign for the upcoming device, in the process revealing that it will be sold through Flipkart. The Poco C85 5G is confirmed to sport a 50MP rear camera. No other specs have been officially outed at this time, but rumor has it this will be a rebranded Redmi 15C 5G. If that's accurate, then expect the Poco C85 5G to come with a 6.9-inch 720x1600 IPS LCD touchscreen with 120Hz refresh rate and 810-nit peak brightness,...

nubia Fold goes official with SD 8 Elite and 6,560mAh battery

Last week, we saw some renders for the nubia Fold – the brand’s first book-style foldable alongside the nubia Flip3 clamshell. Japanese telecom Y!mobile has now listed the nubia Fold on its website, complete with its key specs and pricing. nubia Fold The nubia Fold features an 8-inch main display with 2,480 x 2,200px resolution and a 6.5-inch cover screen with 2,748 x 1,172px resolution. Both panels offer 120Hz refresh rates, and the main panel supports split view modes for certain apps. nubia Fold dimensions and main screen modes The device measures 144 x 160 x...

OnePlus 15 is finally headed to the US, here's when it lands

The OnePlus 15 hasn't been available in the US so far due to the protracted government shutdown preventing the FCC from issuing its certification for the device, but that was finally addressed a few days ago, when we told you that the device will surely be made available for the US market very soon. [#InlinePriceWidget,14206,1#] Today, OnePlus is officially announcing that it will start selling the OnePlus 15 in the US, through its online store, on December 4 at 11 AM ET. It will be priced at $900 with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, and $1,000 with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of...

Samsung launches Smart Tagged Baggage Service in partnership with Turkish Airlines

Today, Samsung has announced a partnership with Turkish Airlines for using SmartThings Find to locate lost bags for people traveling with the airline. The two companies have thus launched the Smart Tagged Baggage Service. This lets Turkish Airlines passengers track lost or delayed luggage using Samsung's SmartThings Find, the location-tracking service. Of course the idea here is that you'd place a Galaxy SmartTag in your luggage. Then, if your luggage is lost or delayed, you can send Turkish Airlines a link with location data in your lost luggage report. You can also use the...

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is official and will be on sale next week

Following a myriad of leaks and a prototype showcase, Samsung officially announced its first tri-fold smartphone. The Galaxy Z TriFold is the epitome of Samsung’s expertise in foldables, which now spans over 16 devices, and it brings the largest screen of any Galaxy foldable alongside some clever software tricks and flagship specs. The key developments on the Z TriFold are its dual titanium hinges, which allow the main folding screen to be completely protected when not in use. Unlike Huawei’s Mate XT and Mate XTs, Z TriFold’s cover screen is on the back, while the two sides of the...

Instagram may be preparing a limit of three hashtags per post

Instagram is doing something weird with hashtags. More and more people are starting to get a notice when they try to add more than three hashtags to a post. That notice basically says you can only use three hashtags per post. This new limit hasn't been officially announced by Instagram, and not everyone seems to have it yet, so it's either a new 'feature' that's coming soon and is in the process of being slowly implemented for all accounts on the service, or it's just a test that's running for a limited number of users only, and depending on what results the company is looking for, it may...

XploraOne by HMD is a hybrid phone for kids

Nearly two months ago, HMD launched its Touch 4G – a hybrid phone which blends smartphone features inside a feature phone. HMD is now following up with another interesting device, which is aimed at children and was co-developed with Norwegian brand Xplora – an established player in the kids' smartwatch market. XploraOne by HMD XploraOne by HMD is a similar concept to the HMD Touch 4G, but with a clear focus on being kid-friendly. While no specs or pricing for the device were shared just yet, we can see the design similarities with the HMD Touch 4G. XploraOne's...

iQOO 15 goes on sale in India

The iQOO 15 began its international rollout last week, starting with India. The smartphone was available for purchase on November 27 for Priority Pass users in India, but starting today, it's available for everyone through iQOO's official website, Amazon.in, vivo exclusive stores, and other offline retailers. [#InlinePriceWidget,14198,1#] The iQOO 15 comes in Legend and Alpha colors in India with two memory options - 12GB/256GB and 16GB/512GB, priced at INR72,999 ($815/€700) and INR79,999 ($890/€770), respectively. However, those purchasing the smartphone using a credit or debit card...

vivo X300 Ultra battery and launch details leaked

The vivo X300 Ultra will be the final addition to the X300 lineup and the successor to the X200 Ultra. While vivo has yet to share any official details about the Ultra model, a series of leaks has surfaced, with the latest revealing its battery capacity and expected launch window. According to a tipster, the X300 Ultra is slated for a Q1 2026 launch, which aligns with the X200 Ultra’s debut in April this year. The vivo X200 Ultra was exclusive to China Moreover, the tipster notes that the upcoming flagship phone from vivo will feature a 7,000mAh battery. In comparison, the X200...

Top 10 trending phones of week 48

The OnePlus 15 golder run came to an end in week 48, the champion from the past four editions of the chart sinking all the way to fourth place. In its place we have the newly announced Poco F8 Ultra, which opened a comfortable gap to the second-placed Samsung Galaxy A56. [#InlinePriceWidget, 14301, 1#] In third we have the Galaxy S25 Ultra, while the top half is completed by the Poco F8 Pro, which couldn't quite match the popularity of its Ultra sibling in their debut week. Apple's iPhone 17 Pro Max came in sixth, followed by the model of the same name by Xiaomi. Samsung...