Jumat, 15 Mei 2026

DJI reveals the Osmo Pocket 4P tailored for independent filmmakers

During this year's Cannes Film Festival, DJI took the stage for a brief moment and introduced the Osmo Pocket 4P, which is a more advanced version of the regular Osmo Pocket 4 that the company introduced last month. While the regular Pocket 4 is aimed toward mainstream content creators and vloggers, the Pocket 4P is tailored for professional, independent filmmakers. With its powerful, yet compact hardware, the Pocket 4P wants to replace a good chunk of the heavy equipment involved in filmmaking. Hence, the product was introduced, although not fully disclosed, at the Cannes Film...

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DJI reveals the Osmo Pocket 4P tailored for independent filmmakers

During this year's Cannes Film Festival, DJI took the stage for a brief moment and introduced the Osmo Pocket 4P, which is a more advanced version of the regular Osmo Pocket 4 that the company introduced last month. While the regular Pocket 4 is aimed toward mainstream content creators and vloggers, the Pocket 4P is tailored for professional, independent filmmakers. With its powerful, yet compact hardware, the Pocket 4P wants to replace a good chunk of the heavy equipment involved in filmmaking. Hence, the product was introduced, although not fully disclosed, at the Cannes Film...

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Pair of upcoming Xbox controllers emerges in listings

Microsoft has two new Xbox controllers in the works and we now have images and their key specs. The leaked details shared by Tecnoblog showcase the Xbox Cloud Gaming and Elite Series 3 controllers. Both emerged in listings from Brazil’s Anatel certification agency. Xbox Cloud Gaming controller (image: Tecnoblog) The Cloud Gaming controller features a narrow shape that mimics some third-party options like the 8BitDo. It comes in black and white colors and features the standard set of controls, including two joysticks, a D-pad, XYAB buttons, bumpers and triggers. We can also spot...

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Pair of upcoming Xbox controllers emerges in listings

Microsoft has two new Xbox controllers in the works and we now have images and their key specs. The leaked details shared by Tecnoblog showcase the Xbox Cloud Gaming and Elite Series 3 controllers. Both emerged in listings from Brazil’s Anatel certification agency. Xbox Cloud Gaming controller (image: Tecnoblog) The Cloud Gaming controller features a narrow shape that mimics some third-party options like the 8BitDo. It comes in black and white colors and features the standard set of controls, including two joysticks, a D-pad, XYAB buttons, bumpers and triggers. We can also spot...

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Kamis, 14 Mei 2026

Insta360 Go 3S Retro Bundle removes the digital display, adds a waist-level optical viewfinder

Smartphones all but killed standalone cameras, however, retro devices always hold a special appeal. This has some people going back to film cameras, others are digging out point-and-shoot cameras that have been gathering dust for years and others still are going for faux-retro devices. Insta360 Ace Pro 2 retro-inspired bundle A while back, Insta360 released several kits for the Insta360 Ace Pro 2 – the Flash Print Bundle, for example, added a pocket printer for a simulated Polaroid experience. Now the company is doing something similar with the tiny Go 3S camera. The new Insta360...

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Xiaomi 17 Max to pack an 8,000mAh battery, 200MP main rear camera

After confirming the upcoming Xiaomi 17 Max and teasing its design, Xiaomi has now revealed several key specifications of the smartphone. While the company has yet to announce an exact launch date, the device is set to debut in China later this month. Xiaomi confirmed via a teaser on Weibo that the 17 Max will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC. The company had previously revealed that the smartphone will feature a 6.9-inch flat display. The display is said to be the same panel used in the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and is claimed to offer visual quality comparable to a...

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Xiaomi 17 Max to pack an 8,000mAh battery, 200MP main rear camera

After confirming the upcoming Xiaomi 17 Max and teasing its design, Xiaomi has now revealed several key specifications of the smartphone. While the company has yet to announce an exact launch date, the device is set to debut in China later this month. Xiaomi confirmed via a teaser on Weibo that the 17 Max will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC. The company had previously revealed that the smartphone will feature a 6.9-inch flat display. The display is said to be the same panel used in the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and is claimed to offer visual quality comparable to a...

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TSMC predicts that the global chip market will reach $1.5 trillion by 2030 because of AI

The current AI boom is causing scarcity for some and massive profits for others. Reuters reports that in a presentation earlier today, TSMC predicted that the global semiconductor market will reach $1.5+ trillion by 2030 – for context, the previous forecast was for $1.0 trillion. And it’s clear that demand for AI silicon is driving the massive increase in sales – according to TSMC’s breakdown, 55% of that $1.5 trillion market will come from AI (and other high-performance computing), while smartphones account for only 20% and cars for only 10%. We won’t even have to wait until 2030 to...

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Rabu, 13 Mei 2026

The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is now on pre-order in Europe with a free pair of WH-1000XM6

The Sony Xperia 1 VIII was announced bright and early in the morning and – in typical Sony fashion – the new model won’t actually ship until mid-June. That’s later than the Mark 7 and the Mark 6, which were announced in mid-May and released in early June. But if you have your heart set on it, you can pre-order one today. The Xperia 1 VIII is available on Amazon UK and Amazon Germany – links below – and will go up on pre-order in other regions as well. For any North American readers seeing this, sorry, this doesn’t include that part of the world. ...

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The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is now on pre-order in Europe with a free pair of WH-1000XM6

The Sony Xperia 1 VIII was announced bright and early in the morning and – in typical Sony fashion – the new model won’t actually ship until mid-June. That’s later than the Mark 7 and the Mark 6, which were announced in mid-May and released in early June. But if you have your heart set on it, you can pre-order one today. The Xperia 1 VIII is available on Amazon UK and Amazon Germany – links below – and will go up on pre-order in other regions as well. For any North American readers seeing this, sorry, this doesn’t include that part of the world. ...

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Google and Apple make it easier to switch from iOS to Android

During the Android Show I/O Edition 2026 keynote, Google announced a meaningful improvement to the iOS to Android migration process, as it now supports more types of data. Right now, going from iOS to Android will mean you'll lose a large portion of your data. Starting with Android 17, you will be able to transfer from an iPhone to Android much more easily. The feature expands its capabilities, and it can now transfer accessibility settings, alarms, apps (free apps with user data), calendar entries, call history, email accounts, eSIM, files like images, videos, etc., messages, notes,...

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Google and Apple make it easier to switch from iOS to Android

During the Android Show I/O Edition 2026 keynote, Google announced a meaningful improvement to the iOS to Android migration process, as it now supports more types of data. Right now, going from iOS to Android will mean you'll lose a large portion of your data. Starting with Android 17, you will be able to transfer from an iPhone to Android much more easily. The feature expands its capabilities, and it can now transfer accessibility settings, alarms, apps (free apps with user data), calendar entries, call history, email accounts, eSIM, files like images, videos, etc., messages, notes,...

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Selasa, 12 Mei 2026

Honor Magic8 Pro is now part of the Android 17 beta program

Honor has announced that its flagship smartphone, the Magic8 Pro, has joined the Android 17 beta program and is now eligible to receive Android 17 Beta 3. In a press release, Honor confirmed that developers can now download the Android 17 Beta 3 on the Magic8 Pro to test new features, evaluate app compatibility, and prepare their apps for the upcoming Android release. Honor also outlined the key features included in Android 17 Beta 3, such as system-wide Bubbles, support for the RAW14 image format, expanded UI customization options, improved system controls, a more comprehensive...

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IDC: India's smartphone market declined 4.1% in Q1, vivo still dominates

According to a new report by IDC today, India's smartphone market declined in shipment volume by 4.1% in the first quarter of this year (January to March). The total amount shipped during that quarter was 31 million units. Despite the falling volume, the market actually grew by 5.8% in value. Interestingly, IDC says "rising memory prices drove brands to front-load channel inventory ahead of anticipated cost escalations, pushing shipment volumes above initial expectations". Even so, "consumer demand remained subdued", weighed down by elevated device prices and "cautious spending...

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IDC: India's smartphone market declined 4.1% in Q1, vivo still dominates

According to a new report by IDC today, India's smartphone market declined in shipment volume by 4.1% in the first quarter of this year (January to March). The total amount shipped during that quarter was 31 million units. Despite the falling volume, the market actually grew by 5.8% in value. Interestingly, IDC says "rising memory prices drove brands to front-load channel inventory ahead of anticipated cost escalations, pushing shipment volumes above initial expectations". Even so, "consumer demand remained subdued", weighed down by elevated device prices and "cautious spending...

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Watch Google's The Android Show I/O Edition 2026 live here

Last week, Google announced that it is bringing back The Android Show: I/O Edition for a second consecutive year. The event will take place ahead of Google I/O 2026, which is scheduled for May 19 and 20. Unlike last year, this year’s show will not be an in-person event. Instead, it will be streamed online, and you can watch it using the embedded video player below. The Android Show I/O Edition 2026 begins at 10:00 AM PT (1:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM GMT) on May 12. Google is expected to share several Android 17 announcements during the show, including new features and updates. Gemini AI is...

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Senin, 11 Mei 2026

Venmo redesigns its app with a better focus on privacy

Venmo is redesigning its app with a very useful privacy feature. With the new app, during the onboarding process, you will be able to set whether you want your posts to be viewable by everyone by default, only by your friends, or viewable only to you. This is important because a lot of people may not know that the default has so far been sharing with everyone. You will of course be able to change whatever setting you choose during the onboarding at any later point via the app's settings. There's also an updated flow for sending money which will make it obvious whether that transaction will...

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Venmo redesigns its app with a better focus on privacy

Venmo is redesigning its app with a very useful privacy feature. With the new app, during the onboarding process, you will be able to set whether you want your posts to be viewable by everyone by default, only by your friends, or viewable only to you. This is important because a lot of people may not know that the default has so far been sharing with everyone. You will of course be able to change whatever setting you choose during the onboarding at any later point via the app's settings. There's also an updated flow for sending money which will make it obvious whether that transaction will...

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vivo, Oppo, and Honor reportedly working on wide foldables

It appears that more Android smartphone makers are preparing to enter the wide-screen foldable segment. Samsung is rumoured to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold8 Wide later this year, with new leaks suggesting that vivo, Oppo, and Honor are also developing their own wide foldables. Tipster Smart Pikachu shared fresh details about the upcoming vivo X Fold6, while also offering insights into vivo’s future foldable plans. According to the tipster, the X Fold6 is expected to feature a less noticeable display crease. The tipster further claims that upcoming foldable devices from vivo will adopt a...

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vivo, Oppo, and Honor reportedly working on wide foldables

It appears that more Android smartphone makers are preparing to enter the wide-screen foldable segment. Samsung is rumoured to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold8 Wide later this year, with new leaks suggesting that vivo, Oppo, and Honor are also developing their own wide foldables. Tipster Smart Pikachu shared fresh details about the upcoming vivo X Fold6, while also offering insights into vivo’s future foldable plans. According to the tipster, the X Fold6 is expected to feature a less noticeable display crease. The tipster further claims that upcoming foldable devices from vivo will adopt a...

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Minggu, 10 Mei 2026

Top 10 trending phones of week 19

We didn't see too many new announcements over the past week, which probably explains why our trending chart has a very similar look to last week. Once again we have the Samsung Galaxy A57 leading the pack, followed by the Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Honor 600 Pro. [#InlinePriceWidget, 14320, 1#] The biggest gainer is the Galaxy A17, now up to fourth, followed by the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, which retained its fifth position. The upcoming Xiaomi 17T Pro is already causing a stir, claiming sixth position, while the vivo X300 FE is back in seventh. The Redmi Note 15 is yet another...

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Top 10 trending phones of week 19

We didn't see too many new announcements over the past week, which probably explains why our trending chart has a very similar look to last week. Once again we have the Samsung Galaxy A57 leading the pack, followed by the Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Honor 600 Pro. [#InlinePriceWidget, 14320, 1#] The biggest gainer is the Galaxy A17, now up to fourth, followed by the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, which retained its fifth position. The upcoming Xiaomi 17T Pro is already causing a stir, claiming sixth position, while the vivo X300 FE is back in seventh. The Redmi Note 15 is yet another...

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vivo X300 Ultra Victory Green hands-on

vivo unveiled the X300 Ultra in March in China, and later announced it for the global markets, making it the first Ultra model to debut outside vivo's home country. The vivo X300 Ultra was also launched in India a few days ago at a grand event hosted in New Delhi. The smartphone will be available in India in Eclipse Black and Victory Green colors. We already showed you the X300 Ultra in silver and black shades, so let's take a quick look at the Victory Green colorway now. [#InlinePriceWidget,14388,1#] Needless to say, the front of the vivo X300 Ultra's Victory Green model is the same as...

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vivo X300 Ultra Victory Green hands-on

vivo unveiled the X300 Ultra in March in China, and later announced it for the global markets, making it the first Ultra model to debut outside vivo's home country. The vivo X300 Ultra was also launched in India a few days ago at a grand event hosted in New Delhi. The smartphone will be available in India in Eclipse Black and Victory Green colors. We already showed you the X300 Ultra in silver and black shades, so let's take a quick look at the Victory Green colorway now. [#InlinePriceWidget,14388,1#] Needless to say, the front of the vivo X300 Ultra's Victory Green model is the same as...

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Sabtu, 09 Mei 2026

Weekly deals: the Google Pixel 10 series is up to $300 off, Galaxy A37 gets its first real discount

We’ve been watching the prices of Pixel 10 phones fluctuate over the last few weeks, but it’s rare to see all four non-folding models get solid discounts at the same time. Meanwhile, the Galaxy A37 got its first actual price drop. The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is $300 off at the moment – this puts the base model (which has 256GB storage, unlike the other three) at $900. The 512GB model is just over $1,000. We have a detailed comparison article that pits the Pixel 10 Pro XL against the Galaxy S26 Ultra to help you choose between the two flagships. ...

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Weekly deals: the Google Pixel 10 series is up to $300 off, Galaxy A37 gets its first real discount

We’ve been watching the prices of Pixel 10 phones fluctuate over the last few weeks, but it’s rare to see all four non-folding models get solid discounts at the same time. Meanwhile, the Galaxy A37 got its first actual price drop. The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is $300 off at the moment – this puts the base model (which has 256GB storage, unlike the other three) at $900. The 512GB model is just over $1,000. We have a detailed comparison article that pits the Pixel 10 Pro XL against the Galaxy S26 Ultra to help you choose between the two flagships. ...

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Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro and Buds4 Pro receive stability-focused software updates

Samsung has released new software updates for the Galaxy Buds3 Pro and Galaxy Buds4 Pro TWS earphones. The update for the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro comes with firmware version R630XXU0AZD2, requires a download of about 8MB, and brings stability-focused improvements to the earphones. The update for the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro, on the other hand, weighs around 8.5MB and comes with firmware version R640XXU0AZD2. But the Buds4 Pro's update, like the Buds3 Pro's, also focuses on stability, as the changelog says the device's behavior has been improved. The software update for the...

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Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro and Buds4 Pro receive stability-focused software updates

Samsung has released new software updates for the Galaxy Buds3 Pro and Galaxy Buds4 Pro TWS earphones. The update for the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro comes with firmware version R630XXU0AZD2, requires a download of about 8MB, and brings stability-focused improvements to the earphones. The update for the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro, on the other hand, weighs around 8.5MB and comes with firmware version R640XXU0AZD2. But the Buds4 Pro's update, like the Buds3 Pro's, also focuses on stability, as the changelog says the device's behavior has been improved. The software update for the...

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Jumat, 08 Mei 2026

DJI Osmo Mobile 8P smartphone gimbal is here with a detachable remote control

DJI has just unveiled the Osmo Mobile 8P smartphone gimbal. We assume the "P" stands for "Pro" but for some reason DJI doesn't want to use that word. Anyway, the key feature here is that there's a detachable remote, with a touchscreen that mirrors the view from your phone. The remote has a joystick on it too, giving you great flexibility to control the device from a distance and perfectly frame your shots while using your phone's rear cameras. The Osmo Mobile 8P comes with ActiveTrack 8.0, which "delivers even more agile subject tracking" to keep you in frame even when you're part of a...

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DJI Osmo Mobile 8P smartphone gimbal is here with a detachable remote control

DJI has just unveiled the Osmo Mobile 8P smartphone gimbal. We assume the "P" stands for "Pro" but for some reason DJI doesn't want to use that word. Anyway, the key feature here is that there's a detachable remote, with a touchscreen that mirrors the view from your phone. The remote has a joystick on it too, giving you great flexibility to control the device from a distance and perfectly frame your shots while using your phone's rear cameras. The Osmo Mobile 8P comes with ActiveTrack 8.0, which "delivers even more agile subject tracking" to keep you in frame even when you're part of a...

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iQOO Neo12 key specs tipped, may offer an active cooling fan

iQOO is reportedly working on the new Neo12 for China, according to a recent leak. Although the launch is still months away, some key specs of the phone have surfaced. Tipster Smart Pikachu shared on Weibo that the iQOO Neo12 is currently in testing. The device is tipped to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC and may feature a 2K resolution display. iQOO Neo11 According to the tipster, iQOO is evaluating both passive and active cooling solutions for the Neo12. This could mean support for external cooling accessories or the inclusion of an in-built cooling...

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iQOO Neo12 key specs tipped, may offer an active cooling fan

iQOO is reportedly working on the new Neo12 for China, according to a recent leak. Although the launch is still months away, some key specs of the phone have surfaced. Tipster Smart Pikachu shared on Weibo that the iQOO Neo12 is currently in testing. The device is tipped to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC and may feature a 2K resolution display. iQOO Neo11 According to the tipster, iQOO is evaluating both passive and active cooling solutions for the Neo12. This could mean support for external cooling accessories or the inclusion of an in-built cooling...

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Kamis, 07 Mei 2026

Huawei nova 15 Max debuts with an 8,500mAh battery

As promised last week, Huawei has announced the nova 15 Max at an event in Thailand. The standout feature of the device is the 8,500mAh battery. If the phone looks familiar, that’s because it appears to be a rebranded version of the Enjoy 90 Pro Max, which was unveiled in China in March. Huawei hasn’t revealed the chipset powering the phone, but it’s likely the Kirin 8000, which is found on the Enjoy 90 Pro Max. The 6.84-inch OLED panel on the nova 15 Max offers an FHD+ resolution and a refresh rate of 120Hz. The device has a dual-rear camera setup with a 50MP RYYB main camera...

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Huawei Mate 90 series to boast a fingerprint upgrade

A new rumor from China today claims Huawei is finally working on switching its Mate flagship line to ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensors. These are allegedly in testing right now, hopefully everything goes well. If so, then the ultrasonic sensors would replace the side-mounted fingerprint sensors used in previous Mate generations. Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max Yesterday we heard that the Mate 90 Pro Max will come with two telephoto cameras just like its predecessor, but unlike the Mate 80 Pro Max's setup, one of those will be capable of 10x optical zoom, Oppo-style. Huawei is...

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Huawei Mate 90 series to boast a fingerprint upgrade

A new rumor from China today claims Huawei is finally working on switching its Mate flagship line to ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensors. These are allegedly in testing right now, hopefully everything goes well. If so, then the ultrasonic sensors would replace the side-mounted fingerprint sensors used in previous Mate generations. Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max Yesterday we heard that the Mate 90 Pro Max will come with two telephoto cameras just like its predecessor, but unlike the Mate 80 Pro Max's setup, one of those will be capable of 10x optical zoom, Oppo-style. Huawei is...

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Acer Iconia iM11 5G tablet is official with 11.45-inch screen, Dimensity 7050 SoC

Acer has launched the iM11 5G tablet in the Indian market. It comes with an 11.45-inch IPS LCD screen with 2220x1440 resolution and 450-nit peak brightness. The tablet is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7050 SoC, paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage. As the name implies, the Iconia iM11 5G has 5G support, alongside 4G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, and GPS. It also has a fingerprint scanner embedded into the power button. On the rear there's a 16MP camera and a 2MP macro camera, and on the front an 8MP unit. The device has a 7,400 mAh battery with support for 18W wired...

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Rabu, 06 Mei 2026

Samsung officially releases One UI 8.5 for the Galaxy S25 and S24 series

It's taken quite a while, but the beta program is finished and starting today, Samsung is rolling out the update to One UI 8.5 for the Galaxy S25 series, the Galaxy S24 family, the Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, Fold6, Flip6, Galaxy Tab S11 line, and Galaxy Tab S10 models. The rollout is starting in Korea today, with additional regions to get it in the next few days and weeks if no issues are found in the meantime. Samsung has been beta testing One UI 8.5 on its older high-end devices since December. The Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra all launched running One UI 8.5, so it's good to...

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Samsung officially releases One UI 8.5 for the Galaxy S25 and S24 series

It's taken quite a while, but the beta program is finished and starting today, Samsung is rolling out the update to One UI 8.5 for the Galaxy S25 series, the Galaxy S24 family, the Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, Fold6, Flip6, Galaxy Tab S11 line, and Galaxy Tab S10 models. The rollout is starting in Korea today, with additional regions to get it in the next few days and weeks if no issues are found in the meantime. Samsung has been beta testing One UI 8.5 on its older high-end devices since December. The Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra all launched running One UI 8.5, so it's good to...

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vivo X300 Ultra and vivo X300 FE debut in India

Shortly after their global rollout last month, the vivo X300 Ultra and X300 FE have now made their way to India. The phones offer the same specifications as their global counterparts and are now available for pre-order. The vivo X300 Ultra is offered in Eclipse Black and Victory Green color options, and is available in a single 16GB/512GB configuration priced at INR 1,59,999. vivo X300 Ultra vivo is also offering the Zeiss Telephoto Extender Gen 2 Ultra (400mm) for INR 27,999, along with the vivo Imaging Grip Kit priced at INR 11,999. Additionally, a vivo X300 Ultra Photographer...

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vivo X300 Ultra and vivo X300 FE debut in India

Shortly after their global rollout last month, the vivo X300 Ultra and X300 FE have now made their way to India. The phones offer the same specifications as their global counterparts and are now available for pre-order. The vivo X300 Ultra is offered in Eclipse Black and Victory Green color options, and is available in a single 16GB/512GB configuration priced at INR 1,59,999. vivo X300 Ultra vivo is also offering the Zeiss Telephoto Extender Gen 2 Ultra (400mm) for INR 27,999, along with the vivo Imaging Grip Kit priced at INR 11,999. Additionally, a vivo X300 Ultra Photographer...

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Selasa, 05 Mei 2026

Vodafone now fully owns the UK's VodafoneThree

Vodafone and Three announced plans to merge in the UK back in 2023, and the consolidation was eventually given the go-ahead by regulators in December 2024. The merged entity, VodafoneThree, officially began operations on May 31, 2025, with Vodafone holding 51% of the shares and CK Hutchison (Three's owner) holding 49%. Now, almost exactly one year later, Vodafone is buying out CK Hutchison's stake, and thus will take full ownership of VodafoneThree. This will cost Vodafone £4.3 billion. The deal will of course need to be cleared by regulators, and that's expected to happen at some point...

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Samsung shows off a Privacy Display that can also measure your heart rate and blood pressure

Today is the first day of Display Week 2026 and Samsung Display will demonstrate a new OLED display that combines privacy and health tracking features, a display that improves brightness and color rendering, a brighter QD display and a stretchable display for cars. The company’s upgraded Sensor OLED Display is a 6.8” panel, which incorporates biometric sensors that can detect heart rate and blood pressure. This is done by organic photodiodes, which are embedded alongside the regular OLEDs. These photodiodes detect blood flow by seeing light that comes from the display and reflects off your...

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Apple is looking to diversify its chip production with Intel and Samsung

Apple had a long-lasting partnership with Intel until the company decided to move away from the chip designer and manufacturer and rely on its own silicon for its MacBooks. With TSMC, Apple's relationship started in 2014, with the Taiwanese company shipping the Apple A8 chip. TSMC has remained the only chip supplier ever since. Now, Apple is trying to restore its partnership with Intel. Numerous reports suggest that Apple has been looking to diversify away from TSMC for quite some time, but with the supply chain disruptions and chip shortage, fueled by the AI data centers, the matter...

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Apple is looking to diversify its chip production with Intel and Samsung

Apple had a long-lasting partnership with Intel until the company decided to move away from the chip designer and manufacturer and rely on its own silicon for its MacBooks. With TSMC, Apple's relationship started in 2014, with the Taiwanese company shipping the Apple A8 chip. TSMC has remained the only chip supplier ever since. Now, Apple is trying to restore its partnership with Intel. Numerous reports suggest that Apple has been looking to diversify away from TSMC for quite some time, but with the supply chain disruptions and chip shortage, fueled by the AI data centers, the matter...

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Senin, 04 Mei 2026

Apple launches new Pride Edition Sport Loop for Apple Watches

Today, Apple unveiled a new Pride Collection Sport Loop for 40mm, 42mm, and 46mm Apple Watches. It's available to order right now from the company's website and will set you back $49. It will also be available at Apple Stores "beginning later this week", according to Apple's press release. The band is woven from a rainbow of 11 colors on nylon yarns, with intricate weaving that blends one color into the next, "creating depth and movement across the band", Apple says. The design is "joyful and vibrant, showcasing a full spectrum of colors that reflect the unique identities that shape LGBTQ+...

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FCC to ban smartphone testing in Chinese labs, manufacturers might face regulatory hurdles

The FCC came out with a decision to ban all testing of electronic devices meant for the US market in Chinese labs. For instance, a device destined for the US market has to pass certain FCC certifications that ensure things like radio emissions and network compatibility are in check. Much of this is done in Chinese labs at the respective manufacturers' R&D centers, and according to the FCC, about 75% of all US devices rely on the testing results from Chinese labs. However as the US has deemed China a security threat for some time now, so this move might not come as a surprise for some....

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FCC to ban smartphone testing in Chinese labs, manufacturers might face regulatory hurdles

The FCC came out with a decision to ban all testing of electronic devices meant for the US market in Chinese labs. For instance, a device destined for the US market has to pass certain FCC certifications that ensure things like radio emissions and network compatibility are in check. Much of this is done in Chinese labs at the respective manufacturers' R&D centers, and according to the FCC, about 75% of all US devices rely on the testing results from Chinese labs. However as the US has deemed China a security threat for some time now, so this move might not come as a surprise for some....

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Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro leaks in official-looking renders this time

A few days ago, the first details about the upcoming Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro leaked, and today a new source brings us purported renders showing the device in two colors: black and white. Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro in black The Band 10 Pro will be the successor to the Band 9 Pro (as the name implies), which launched back in October of 2024, so it's definitely been a long time coming, this one. Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro in white The Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro allegedly comes with a 1.74-inch AMOLED touchscreen with 480x400 resolution. The band has an aluminum case,...

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Minggu, 03 Mei 2026

Top 10 trending phones of week 18

After losing the top spot last week, the Samsung Galaxy A57 is now back as the most popular smartphone in our database for the past seven days. Better yet for Samsung, it's followed by the Galaxy S26 Ultra, while last week's champion - the Honor 600 Pro completes the podium. [#InlinePriceWidget, 14320, 1#] The Oppo Find X9 Ultra slipped to fourth with the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max hot on its heels. Newly unveiled OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra took the sixth position, while the Galaxy A17 and Infinix GT50 Pro came in seventh and eight. The Poco X8 pair took the final two point-paying...

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Top 10 trending phones of week 18

After losing the top spot last week, the Samsung Galaxy A57 is now back as the most popular smartphone in our database for the past seven days. Better yet for Samsung, it's followed by the Galaxy S26 Ultra, while last week's champion - the Honor 600 Pro completes the podium. [#InlinePriceWidget, 14320, 1#] The Oppo Find X9 Ultra slipped to fourth with the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max hot on its heels. Newly unveiled OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra took the sixth position, while the Galaxy A17 and Infinix GT50 Pro came in seventh and eight. The Poco X8 pair took the final two point-paying...

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