The Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset went official in October, and as you may already know it has an octa-core CPU. Right? Well, yes, but also no. The Snapdragon 8 Elite we’ve known so far definitely does, but it turns out there’s another version. This just got listed by Qualcomm on its website (see the Source … Read more
The obvious choice In a sea of modest updates, the OnePlus 13R stands out for offering comprehensive hardware upgrades, including new silicon, a bigger battery, and cameras that take better photos. The best part is that it still retains its value-focused pricing, and if you’re looking to pick up a new phone in 2025, it … Read more
Samsung is hosting the Galaxy Unpacked event on January 22, where it’s expected to unveil the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra. The S25 series also includes the Galaxy S25 Slim, but that’s unlikely to be unveiled at the event. However, the S25 Slim exists since we recently saw its leaked renders, and … Read more
The Galaxy S25 Slim has been the subject of plenty of rumors ahead of next week’s Samsung Unpacked event, but it seems the thin device will not be making its way to the United States. The news comes from Evan Blass, who shares that the S25 Slim will “almost certainly not be offered through US … Read more
If there’s a trend emerging in the early days of 2025, it’s that the best smartphones are becoming more durable — and a lot more durable. In just a few short weeks, I’ve seen phones put in dishwashers, used as cutting boards, and run over by moving vehicles. That’s only the tip of the iceberg. … Read more
Introduction The Honor Magic7 Pro has been official in China for a few months and now the world gets in on the action. The versatile camera setup, the latest high-end chipset, and the hot new IP rating are probably going to be the key selling points, but are the upgrades enough? Let’s try and find … Read more
George Zhao is resigning from his position as Honor CEO, effective immediately. This news was reported by Chinese media, which suggested health concerns prompted his decision to leave. As reported by Daily Economic News, the board of directors acknowledged his decision. The new appointee will be Li Jian, a former Huawei executive with over 20 … Read more
Honor saw heady gains in 2024 on the back of the Magic 6 Pro and Magic V3, and the brand shows no signs of slowing down this year. After making its debut in China at the end of last year, the Magic 7 Pro is now making its way to global markets, and there’s a … Read more
Apple is now seeding its third beta release for iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, and macOS Sequoia 15.3. With iOS 18.3 Beta 3, Apple is bringing a few changes to Apple Intelligence, including disabling notification summaries for News and Entertainment apps. This appears to be a temporary measure as Apple looks to fix its notoriously bad … Read more
Samsung creates a custom ringtone for each generation of Galaxy flagships, and this year, the “Over the Horizon” tune received a jazzy overhaul. The 2025 arrangement brings dynamic rhythms and soulful harmonies of big band jazz and was created by Los Angeles-based pianist and composer Jacob Mann. Check out the official video Samsung posted on … Read more