Samsung's Galaxy-branded smartphones and tablets have been lacking a feature that many other Android devices, especially from Chinese brands, had for years. We are talking about the real-time network speed indicator displayed in the status bar, now available for Galaxy users via the QuickStar module in Samsung's Good Lock customization app. Samsung users could get a real-time network speed indicator on their Galaxy phone, but it required a third-party app... Read more ›
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Android tablets are slowly but surely becoming great in the shadow of the market-dominant iPad. Example, the Oppo Pad 5 Matte Display Edition, also known as the Oppo Pad Air5. This may very well be all the tablet you ever need. It has a large anti-glare display, a long-lasting battery, and solid performance. Let's touch on that last bit - the tablet has what Oppo calls a 48-month fluency protection,... Read more ›
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It may only be the third week of 2026, but one of the most anticipated phones of the year arrived at our doorstep – the Xiaomi 17 Ultra by Leica. The phone comes in an exclusive dual-tone finish, inspired by Leica cameras, complete with the signature Red Dot logo. The retail package is quite nice, featuring a 100W charger, braided USB-A to USB-C cable, a case, a metal Leica lens... Read more ›
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January has been a quiet month so far and the focus is on discounts on older models. That said, there are a couple of interesting additions to look at. The OnePlus 15R shows up as “coming soon” on Amazon, though it should switch to “available” soon. This year’s R-model brings a massive battery – 7,400mAh vs. 6,000mAh on the 13R – along with improved water resistance (IP68/IP69K vs. IP65). It... Read more ›
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OpenAI launched its low-cost ChatGPT Go subscription in India last August, priced at INR399/month. Since then, ChatGPT Go has been rolled out to 170 countries and is now available in all markets where ChatGPT is available, including the US. In the US, ChatGPT Go costs $8/month, while ChatGPT Plus and Pro cost $20/month and $200/month, respectively. You can head this way to check the pricing and features of all ChatGPT... Read more ›
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The OnePlus 15 received bypass charging support for non-gaming activities last month through the OxygenOS 16.0.2.401 update. Now the OnePlus 13 has also received the same feature via OxygenOS 16.0.3.501. [#InlinePriceWidget,13477,1#] Additionally, the OxygenOS 16.0.3.501 update includes the January 2026 Android security patch and lets users edit 50MP images in the Photos app without compromising image quality. You can check the complete changelog of OxygenOS 16.0.3.501 update below for more... Read more ›
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When we talk about smartphones with telephoto extender lenses, the Oppo Find X9 Pro and the vivo X300 Pro come to mind, as they were launched not too long ago. These smartphones will be joined by the Magic8 RSR Porsche Design, making Honor the latest brand to join the telephoto extender club. Honor took to Weibo to announce that the Magic8 RSR Porsche Design will support an add-on telephoto extender... Read more ›
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The prices of some newly-introduced models are falling pretty rapidly, but the newcomers have to contend with older models, which have also gotten quite cheap. The OnePlus 15R shows up as “coming soon” on Amazon, though it should switch to “available” soon. This year’s R-model brings a massive battery – 7,400mAh vs. 6,000mAh on the 13R – along with improved water resistance (IP68/IP69K vs. IP65). It also features the Snapdragon... Read more ›
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As Samsung is gearing up to announce the new Samsung Galaxy S26 series, some are still wondering whether the Galaxy S26 Edge will replace the Galaxy S26 Plus, and the Pro will take the vanilla S26's place. Earlier rumors said "no" to both questions, and the latest leak, if we can call it that, corroborates those early findings. According to a PDF document about promotions, published by Samsung Colombia, the... Read more ›
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Late last month, the vivo X300 Ultra got certified for sale in Europe, basically confirming its rumored global release. Now, the phone has been certified in Indonesia by TKDN as well. It has the model number V2562, which was confirmed to be attached to the X300 Ultra name all the way back in November. So it's pretty much settled at this point - the X300 Ultra is going global. vivo... Read more ›
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Sony is hosting an audio-related product launch event on January 21, and it seems we’ll be getting the brand’s next-gen LinkBuds earbuds and not the long-awaited WF-1000XM6 flagship. The event is set to kick off at 4PM UTC (8AM PST) and will be livestreamed on YouTube. While the teaser does a good job of concealing the product’s design, we can spot that the earbuds are attached around the ear of... Read more ›
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vivo’s upcoming camera flagship, the X300 Ultra, has been the subject of several leaks. The latest one sheds more light on its rear camera setup, which is rumored to feature dual 200MP sensors. Prominent tipster Digital Chat Station continues to reveal new details regarding the vivo X300 Ultra. In a new post on Weibo, the tipster noted that the flagship would offer the best color accuracy across photos and videos... Read more ›
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India's competition watchdog, the Competition Commission of India (CCI), has issued a final warning to Apple over its efforts to delay an ongoing antitrust investigation that began in 2021, Reuters reports. Apple has been involved in an antitrust case in India since 2021 over in-app payment issues, and as a part of that ongoing legal battle, the Cupertino-based tech giant faces a potential fine of $38 billion. Apple challenged India's... Read more ›
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Tecno has launched the Spark Go 3 budget smartphone in India. It comes with a single rear camera, an affordable price tag, and will go on sale on January 23. It is equipped with a Unison T7250 SoC, which is paired with 4GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 64GB of internal storage. The phone runs Android 15 out-of-the-box with Ella AI assistant. The Spark Go 3 comes with a 6.74-inch LCD... Read more ›
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An analyst has outlined the expected specifications of Apple’s upcoming foldable iPhone and the iPhone 18 Pro lineup, both of which are rumored to debut this September. The latest information comes from GF Securities analyst Jeff Pu, who reportedly listed the specs in an investor note. As per the analyst, the iPhone Fold will get a 7.8-inch inner display and a 5.3-inch cover screen. The foldable will be powered by... Read more ›
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The Magic8 Pro Air is Honor's entry into the super-thin smartphone game. The brand will make it official on January 19, and ahead of that it's already confirmed that it's just 6.1mm thick and weighs only 155g, while having a triple rear camera system that includes a 50MP main shooter with a 1/1.3" type sensor and a 64MP periscope telephoto camera. Now, Honor has finally revealed the Magic8 Pro Air's... Read more ›
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Spotify is raising the price for its Premium subscription in the US again (along with Estonia and Latvia). The new fee will be $12.99 per month, up $1 from $11.99 previously. The new pricing will take hold from your billing date in February. The Duo plan is going up to $18.99 from $16.99, the Family plan will be $21.99 (previously $19.99), while the Student plan will increase from $5.99 to... Read more ›
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Infinix is gearing up to launch the Note Edge, which we've already seen in a leaked promo image and at the FCC. The phone will be offered in a head-turning bright orange colorway when it launches later this month. The orange finish features an advanced nano-coating process, which is engineered for lasting color vibrancy and resistance to everyday wear. Infinix Note Edge in more colors In addition to the vibrant... Read more ›
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The OnePlus 13T launched in April of 2025, but its successor will arrive earlier in the year, according to a new rumor from China's prolific Digital Chat Station. He says the OnePlus 15T is currently scheduled to arrive in mid to late March. It will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC. OnePlus 13T Past rumors told us it will have up to 16GB of RAM and... Read more ›
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The Redmi Note 15 series' rollout for some global markets including Europe just started, but the Pro devices still aren't official for India. Fret not, however, for that will change soon - by the end of this month, in fact. According to a new rumor from a tipster over on X, the Redmi Note 15 Pro series will finally reach India on January 27. That's when both the Redmi Note... Read more ›
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