Google promotes the Pixel 3, with the number 3

Google has updated its Store page with a promo for the upcoming Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL. The promo urges you to sign up to learn more about the Pixel 3 on October 9, the date on which Google will unveil its new flagships. Of course we know a great deal about the new Pixel phones already. We've seen the bigger Pixel 3 XL in a variety of hands-ons and we know all about the silicone inside. The new Pixel phones are already getting certified with regulatory agencies so they're on track for a prompt release after the October 9 event. Thanks for the tip, JWon! Source

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Xiaomi's Pocophone F1 is now on open sale in India

Xiaomi's Pocophone F1 has been incredibly successful in India, with its first flash sale achieving revenue of INR 200 crore in less than five minutes. But if you're not into that whole flash sale thing, here's some good news. The "master of speed" is now finally available in the subcontinent in an open sale. No more limited numbers, no more hoping you'll be able to grab a unit before each batch runs out. Just head on over to either Mi.com or Flipkart and purchase your Poco F1 whenever you feel like it. If you were expecting at least one major caveat, well, here it is. The only model...

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Razer Phone 2 looks the same as the original, leaked image shows

The Razer Phone 2 is coming this year, and that much has already been confirmed by the company making it. We've also seen a couple of benchmarks revealing a few of its specs, and now it's time for the first leaked press render showing it. Ready? Here it is. No, that's not the original Razer Phone from last year. Seriously. Here they are in another shot, side by side, first gen next to second gen. Can you tell which one is which? Spoiler alert: that's the Razer Phone on the left, and the Razer Phone 2 on the right. So if you were expecting big changes in design - or any changes...

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Motorola Moto G7 series coming next year, G7 Play won't be tagging along

It's early, we know, but we don't mind. Some interesting info regarding the upcoming Moto G7-series appeared, saying that the new phones will be released towards the end of Q1 2019 or at the beginning of Q2 2019. What's interesting, though, is the absence of the Moto G7 Play. The vanilla Moto G7 and the plus-sized version will make an appearance as direct successors to the Moto G6 and Moto G6 Plus but the Play model seemingly won't make the cut. It seems like a logical step as this year's Moto G6 Play and Moto E5 and E5 Plus are positioned closely together and the last two are...

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Dissecting the Apple iPhone XR: what you gain vs what you lose

Yesterday, Apple announced three new iPhones. While the stars of the keynote were definitely the iPhone XS and the iPhone XS Max, it's really the cheaper iPhone XR that caught my eye. There are a number of reasons for this. There is, of course, the lower price but also the fact that on the surface it doesn't seem as if you are losing out on a lot. And then there are the colors, which are rare to see on iPhones, not since the ill-fated iPhone 5c. Of course, there's more going on here than that and it's worth dissecting to see if what you're really getting with this model and what...

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New Huawei phone with leatherette back, teardrop notch spotted at TENAA

TENAA has just received an interesting phone from Huawei - one with a leatherette back, complete with faux stitching. There's only photos for now, but this device is interesting for more reasons than its old-fashioned back. Huawei ARS-XXX arrives at TENAA with a leatherette back For one, check out that teardrop notch. Only the Honor 8X Max has such a notch in Huawei's lineup and that one is technically part of the Honor sub-brand. This device has a "Huawei" label on its back. Also in white Going by the dual camera arrangement (with the "AI camera" label), this is...

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Check out the official iPhone XS, XS Max and XR promo videos

At a packed event yesterday Apple introduced three new iPhones and a re-designed Watch Series 4 so there's plenty to digest. But if you happen to be one of those people who missed it, the official videos on Apple's YouTube channel can help you catch up quickly. The first one is about the iPhone XS, XS Max and XR and showcases all the important features of the handsets - displays, cameras and design. The next one is about the new Apple Watch Series 4. Unlike the last three generations, this one gets not only under the hood changes but also a design update allowing a larger...

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Deals: get 10% off any smartphone or smartwatch bought on eBay

The prices of the new iPhones are pretty steep, especially in Europe. The older models got cheaper, but not by much. But wait - eBay is offering a 10% discount on all smartphones and all smartwatches. The deal expires today at midnight. There are conditions to using the PHONE10 code, of course. You need to be a registered user on eBay.de or eBay.at, but you can live in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands or Poland. The code can be used only once and the maximum discount is €50 (so for devices over €500 you won't get the full 10% off). Check out all the terms & conditions. So,...

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Sony Xperia XZ3 review

Few phones can claim they caused quite as big of a stir as the Xperia XZ3. After Sony dropped its first curved OLED Xperia, seemingly out of the blue at IFA 2018, reactions have ranged from overwhelming excitement, through confusion and all the way to denial and anger. That's a level of drama typically reserved for soap operas or celebrity gossip and it all spells out one thing - a massive wave of exposure for Sony.

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One fewer: the OnePlus 6T will not have a headphone jack, Carl Pei confirms

"Never settle" sounds like a permanent promise, but things change. The OnePlus 6T will not have a 3.5mm headphone jack, says co-founder Carl Pei. And the company just unveiled a pair of affordable USB-C headphones. "Making a great phone doesn't mean putting every component available into the device," says Pei. A survey by the company revealed that more than half of OnePlus owners used wireless headphones. And it's an old survey, predating the launch of OnePlus' own Bullets Wireless headphones. The volume that was freed up by the 3.5mm jack would be use to fit new tech. Pei hints at...

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Apple iPhone XS, XS Max and XR announcement coverage wrap-up

Did you watch the Apple event last night? We saw new iPhones and new Apple Watches as well. Check out this official 4 minute video introduction, highlighting the new iPhone features. There's an intro video for the watch as well. Let's start with the iPhones. Here's a three-way comparison between the new models: iPhone XS Max vs. iPhone XS vs. iPhone XR. You can find links to the individual specs, plus more comparisons below. Also, the all-important pricing information. And don't miss out on the first benchmarks, which reveal the RAM capacities (something that Apple traditionally omits from...

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Galaxy A7 (2017) is getting a follow-up after all, according to a Bluetooth certification

It's been nine months since the beginning of 2018 and this is the first solid evidence that Samsung is readying a follow-up to the Galaxy A7 (2017). The 2016 and 2017 versions all launched at the beginning of each year while the 2018 model seems to be delayed more than half a year. According to a Bluetooth certification sheet, the device is on its way and we are pretty sure the SM-A750N and SM-A750FN are model names belonging to the Galaxy A7 (2018) despite the fact that Samsung changed its naming scheme for the A-series this year with the release of the Galaxy A6 (2018) and Galaxy A8...

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New iPhone XS, XS Max and XR benchmarked, RAM revealed

In typical Apple fashion, the iPhone XS announcement of its trio of iPhones, the company didn't give much specifics about its chipset outside of the 7nm process and their core count. But RAM and clock speeds weren't confirmed. Luckily, a Geekbench listing is here to fill in the gaps. Two benchmark sheets reveal the multi and single-core performance of the new A12 chipset powering the iPhone XS, XS Max and XR as well as the RAM on board. iPhone XS Max and XR benchmark results As expected, there's not much improvement in the multi-core performance but the single-core score is...

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It's 2018 and Apple still doesn't provide fast charger with its iPhones

Yesterday, Apple announced three new models of the iPhone with varying feature set. But one thing among them is common: they all ship with the same charger. The charger in question is the same 5W unit that Apple has been providing for several years now. It is one of the lowest power output chargers you can get on any phone today and is seriously slow. Apple added support for fast charging on the iPhone with the launch of the iPhone X and iPhone 8. These devices support USB Power Delivery protocol and can take advantage of USB-C chargers, such as Apple's own 30W USB-C Power...

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LG V40 ThinQ officially coming on October 3

Okay, we were expecting LG to spill the beans soon given that its V40 ThinQ is collecting regulatory approvals from the NRR and the FCC but we weren't expecting it so soon. In a blog post on its official website, the company scheduled an event to announce its new flagship. The date is October 3 and the event will be held in New York followed by a secondary launch in Seoul, South Korea on the next day. The invitation comes in the form of a video that hints at a triple camera setup. We've also had some revealing reports for the past few weeks as well as alleged press renders, but...

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Samsung Galaxy Note8's latest update introduces Super Slow-Motion and AR Emojis

Samsung just started gradually rolling out an OTA update for last year's Galaxy Note8 and it's an important one. Reportedly, the first stop is France, but we expect it hit other markets soon enough. The patch weighs in at around 712MB, has a build number N950FXXU5CRHA and carries two new exciting features that weren't previously available to the handset - AR Emoji and Super Slow-Motion video capture. Both are pretty self-explanatory and have been made available for the Galaxy S9-series and the new Galaxy Note9 since launch. However, the Galaxy S9 and S9+ received an OTA update...

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Apple Watch Series 4's ECG feature will be unavailable at launch, US-only when it arrives

At its big event yesterday, Apple announced its Watch Series 4 and focused a lot on its ability to do EKG readings - an impressive feat and a first of its kind on a smartwatch. The new Apple Watch performs an ECG in 30 seconds by combining the built-in heart rate sensor, electrodes embedded in the digital crown and a special ECG app. On stage, Apple later admitted that the ECG functionality will arrive later this year, meaning that Apple Watch Series 4 will not have the feature at launch. But what Apple didn't mention on stage is that the ECG functionality of the Apple Watch Series 4...

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