Realme X9 Pro's full specs and images revealed by TENAA

The RMX3881, believed to be the Realme X9 Pro, was spotted on MIIT recently with a 6.5" screen, 4,880 mAh battery, Android 11, and 5G support. Now the smartphone has appeared on China's TENAA with full specs and images as it inches closer to the launch. TENAA corroborates the specs revealed by MIIT while also telling us that the panel is an LCD type with FullHD+ resolution. Under the hood, the X9 Pro has a 2.4GHz octa-core processor with 4/6/8GB RAM and 64/128/256GB of internal storage. It will also come with a memory card slot for storage expansion. The X9 Pro will feature a 16MP...

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Samsung leaks: Z Fold3’s S Pen case, Z Flip3 renders, and water resistance leaks

Another day, another load of Samsung leaks pertaining to Samsung’s upcoming foldables. There are a few leaks that we’re covering in a single post. Let's start with the Water resistance news. According to a poster leaked by @evleaks, both of Samsung’s foldable phones will feature a water-resistance rating. Along with this, the well-known leaker also offered some specs for the upcoming foldables. We've seen reports of the IPX8 water resistance before, but now we have a visual. Few upcoming foldable details.Z Flip3- 6.7" internal / 1.9" cover displays- 12MP x2 (rear) / 10MP (selfie)Z...

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Motorola Edge 20 Pro gets portrayed in official-looking renders

Following a slew of leaked renders showing the Motorola Edge 20 a few days ago, today we have some official-looking renders of the Edge 20 Pro doing the rounds. So far, the Pro model of the family was expected to sport a curved screen like the original Edge and Edge+, but as you can see below, the point of the "Edge" branding is now completely lost, as Motorola chose to go with a flat panel on all three members of the 2021 lineup. The Motorola Edge 20 Pro is expected to have the Snapdragon 870 chipset at the helm, paired with 6/8/12GB of RAM and 128 or 256GB of storage. On the rear...

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Nokia C30 and 6310 are official too alongside a bunch of true wireless earbuds

Aside from the XR20, HMD Global has announced another two phones, the 6310 and the C30. The former is, as the name implies, yet another reinterpretation of a classic Nokia phone from years past, while the C30 is an interesting Android smartphone with a big battery and low price. Let's start with the C30, then. The C-series is Nokia's new entry-level family of devices, and as such you shouldn't expect reccord-breaking specs on offer here. In fact, the Nokia C30 is the new "king" of the C-series, with the biggest screen and largest battery capacity at 6.82" and 6,000 mAh,...

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Nokia XR20 is a rugged 5G phone with 4 years of updates

The Nokia XR20 is here and it's what Nokia believes a no-compromises mobile should be - calling it life-proof. It's built to last both in hardware and in software. Starting with the former - the Nokia XR20 has a ruggedized casing, which is MIL-STD810H-certified to withstand drops from 1.8 meters. Coupled with standard IP68 water and dust resistance and Gorilla Glass Victus on the front and the XR20 looks like a phone that won't require cases or screen protectors. The Nokia XR20 Under that heavy-duty exterior is a capable smartphone with very few things missing. The 6.67-inch...

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Microsoft Surface Duo 2 leak shows triple camera setup

While distinctly different from most other smartphones on the market, Microsoft’s Surface Duo did not really capture the consumer interest that Microsoft hoped it would. Despite its underwhelming sales performance, Surface Duo might be getting a successor as evident by a YouTube video that gives out some details regarding its alleged second gen phone. This is the first time we're hearing anything about a Surface Duo 2 so take this info with a few grains of salt. Microsoft Surface Duo 2 (source) Surface Duo 2 brings some design similar to the original model with its two separate...

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Report: Apple to use titanium alloy in iPhone 14 Pro

Apple is planning on using titanium in the iPhone 14 Pro models, as per a note to investors by JP Morgan Chase' China office. The titanium could be used on the outer chassis or the internal frame, or both. Apple already has some experience with titanium, most notably in the Apple Watch and in the Apple Card. Titanium is stronger than most metals (three times as strong as stainless steel), while being lighter. However it is prone to smudges and can be unattractive. Apple would presumably address these issues by binding the titanium to another metal in an alloy. According to the...

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Realme Narzo 30 5G hands-on review

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Realme X9 Pro (RMX3381) appears on MIIT, vanilla X9 gets detailed by TENAA

The Realme X9 Pro (RMX3381) has appeared on MIIT, a few weeks after the vanilla Realme X9 did so (RMX3361). Note that the X9 Pro was previously identified as the RMX3366, though that turned out to be the GT Master Edition. Basic specs for the Realme X9 Pro (RMX3381) from MIIT According to the certification, the X9 Pro will have a 6.5” display (up from 6.43”). It will measure 162.5 x 74.8 x 8.8 mm (vs. 159.2 x 73.5 x 8.0mm) and will pack a 4,880 mAh battery (up from 4,300 mAh). Considering that the vanilla model got a certification to use 65W fast charging, the Pro model will support...

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BlackBerry smartphones could be making a new comeback thanks to Onward Mobility

The BlackBerry brand has been part of Onward Mobility’s portfolio since August 2020 and we’ve heard nothing but promises for new BB smartphones since. Today the company launch a pre-commitment program, suggesting a new handset might finally be on the way. The program is actually a subscription list for partners and fans, who will be able to receive “product, feature, and availability updates” before the general public. The landing page on Onward Mobility’s website also said these people and organizations can provide direct input and influence features and functionality. ...

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Samsung Galaxy A52s with Snapdragon 778G spotted on Geekbench

The Samsung Galaxy A52 and A52 5G were announced in March with Snapdragon 720G and 750G chipsets, respectively. A new version has cropped up on Geekbench, the SM-A528B, which features a more powerful chip (and possibly other upgrades). This will likely be marketed as the Samsung Galaxy A52s and it has a Snapdragon 778G. The benchmark lists the motherboard as “Lahaina”, which was the code-name used for the Snapdragon 888, but the that clearly isn’t the case here. If nothing else, the scores match the ones from when the Honor 50 ran Geekbench. Samsung Galaxy A52s (SM-528B) scorecard...

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The Tecno Pova 2 will launch on Amazon India on August 2

The Tecno Camon 17 and 17 Pro arrived in India a couple of weeks ago, the Tecno Pova 2 will follow soon. Amazon India stepped up from teasers to a landing page for the phone and a concrete launch date – August 2 (next Monday). There is no sign of this model on Flipkart, even though the rival retailer offers the original Pova. It’s also not clear how much the phone will cost, but we can make an educated guess – around INR 12,000-13,000. The original is currently down to INR 12,400 on Amazon (MSRP INR 14,000). The slightly more upscale (though broadly similar) Camon 17 is available at INR...

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Xiaomi unveils 27" 165Hz gaming monitor, Wi-Fi 6 router, a new scooter and an air fryer

Xiaomi expanded its lineup of “AIoT” products today, a nebulous category that covers everything from Wi-Fi routers to air fryers. Both with smart Internet of Things features, of course. Note that some of these aren’t new, a few gadgets have been available in China for a while now. But most of them are new to Europe. Mi 2K Gaming Monitor 27” This 27” monitor has an IPS panel with 2,560 x 1,440 px resolution (16:9) and 178º viewing angles. It carries the VESA DisplayHDR 400 label, meaning it has a peak brightness of at least 400 nits. It also covers 95% of the DCI-P3 color space....

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imoo launches new kid-friendly Watch Phone Z1

The Chinese company imoo is popular among parents with its smart wearables tailored for small children. Back in November we reviewed the Watch Phone Z6, and now the brand follows that up with the imoo Watch Phone Z1. The new watch brings 4G connectivity on 13 globally available bands, and offers chat so kids can stay connected and safe at all times. To avoid any health concerns, the Watch Phone Z1 comes with anti-radiation materials that are also nice to the skin, and imoo confirmed the wearable has been certified by TUV-Sud for its safety. The key selling point of the Watch Phone...

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Exclusive: Realme Flash is the first Android phone with magnetic wireless charging

As hinted by a tweet from earlier today, Realme is gearing up to release a new phone and we just so happened to get a few more details in our mailbox. It's called Realme Flash and it will debut the brand’s MagDart wireless magnetic charger - a first in the Android realm. Similar to Apple’s MagSafe tech, Realme MagDart will clip onto the back of the device and pump out an undisclosed amount of power. Realme’s solution is physically larger than what we’ve seen from Apple and does include a fan to help keep thermals in check meaning we could see speeds that exceed 15W here. The...

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 gets certified in Thailand, Z Fold3's S Pen gets the okay in Indonesia

The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) in Thailand also gave the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 its stamp of approval, not long after the FCC did the same. Meanwhile, the Indonesian wireless authority certified the S Pen Pro that will be supported by the Galaxy Fold3. Thailand's NTBC certifies the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (SM-F711B) Thailand will be getting the SM-F711B version of the Z Flip3, which supports the local 5G bands. The third iteration of the clamshell foldable will be slightly more compact and will have the total battery capacity of 3,300 mAh (split...

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Snapdragon 870 powered Redmi K40 Gaming Edition teased

Redmi’s K40 lineup already has one Gaming Edtion phone but it seems it will soon be joined by another model. The brand took to Weibo to tease a new K40 Gaming Edition hinting at a chipset change. For reference, the current K40 Gaming packs a Dimensity 1200 and it seems that the new version will switch up to a Snapdragon 870 instead. New Redmi K40 Gaming Edition teasers Tipster Digital Chat Station confirmed the new device will be powered by the Snapdragon 870 in a Weibo post and added that it will be very close to the original model. Digital Chat Station post on...

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Motorola is bringing the Edge 20 phones on August 5

The Moto Edge 20 and Moto Edge 20 Pro popped up on TENAA, revealing a launch is right around the corner and now the company has finally revealed the launch date - August 5. While it doesn’t mention the phones by name, the poster suggests a proper camera phone, and that’s what the Edge 20 series is bringing. Motorola poster on Weibo Another confirmation is the fact that both phone appeared on other platforms - the XT2143-1, believed to be Edge 20, hit Geekbench, whike the XT2153-1 Pro came up on the Thai NTBC website. The Moto Edge 20 has been benchmarked with a “berlin”...

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Huawei P50 Pro dummy unit handled on video

A fresh new video of the upcoming Huawei P50 Pro has emerged from China. The short clip shows a mockup of the device in all its glory giving us a close-up look at its design. We can see the phone will bring a curved display with what appears to be a punch-hole cutout at the top below the ear grille. The back houses a total of five cameras separated between two large circular housings. The rear cameras are believed to brings similar focal lengths to the P40 Pro and Mate 40 Pro series with a 125mm telephoto module capable of 5x zoom joined by an 18mm equivalent ultrawide snapper. There’s...

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