New data shows that the global smartphone market has consolidated significantly in recent years, with the number of active brands dropping sharply from over 700 in 2017 to around 250 today.
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The Indian government has proposed a new rule that will see smartphone and automobile manufacturers offering NavIC, India's home-grown navigation system as an alternative to GPS from 2025.
China has banned iPhones and foreign-branded technology products from government offices. The move represents a major expansion of China's efforts to reduce its reliance on foreign technology.
Xiaomi has launched its latest smartphone model after the Redmi 12, the Redmi 12 5G. The smartphone offers 5G connectivity, high quality display, longer battery and music play times and more.
Samsung has expanded One UI 6 beta program to 4 new countries. It brings Samsung's Android skin up to date with Android 14 features such as a new default font, new emojis, and more.
Google Pixel 8 Pro leaked promo reveals Audio Magic Eraser for video sound editing, removing unwanted sounds. Also, the new light blue color option showcased with the same Pixel 7 Pro design.
iPhone 15 Pro's A17 Bionic chip details leaked. It is said to have 6 CPU and GPU cores running at 3.7GHz and to use TSMC's 3nm process. iPhone 15 series is expected to be complemented with 6GB of RAM.
Schematics of the alleged iPhone 15 Pro have surfaced online. The image shows a larger size, USB-C port, a new updated button, and other changes. iPhone 15 series will be launched in September.
Apple will reportedly introduce a brand new S9 chip for watches and is also testing a dark gray color for the Ultra. Apple, on the other hand, may raise prices especially for the iPhone 15 Pros.
Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold5 at its Galaxy Unpacked event. The phone is available for pre-order now and will begin shipping out to customers in the middle of August, read on for more details.
The EU has adopted rules requiring smartphones to have user-replaceable batteries by 2027, aiming to reduce electronic waste. The regulations align with previous efforts to promote repairability.
Huawei has been under US sanctions since 2019, but it is working on a new 5G smartphone that could be released later this year. New 5G phones would mark a major comeback for Huawei.
The Nothing Phone (2) is a mid-range phone with some flagship hardware. It has a 6.7-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC. Also, it offers a 50 MP dual camera.
Xiaomi launched the Redmi 12 joining the Redmi lineup. The smartphone is equipped with the largest screen display from its predecessors, has a triple camera system, and has an IP53 rating.
The UK will test out an emergency alert system on Sunday afternoon. It will display an alert, emit a siren-like sound, and make your device vibrate. You shouldn't check the message if you're driving.
Carl Pei reviewed the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and said it's one of the best flagships on the market right now. But he's not a big fan of its design, the software experience, and the S Pen.
The government of India is reportedly working on security testing of major OS updates for smartphones, under proposed rules. However, there is no timeline for when (or if) these rules will arrive.
Alleged real life photos of OPPO's next flagship phone, the Find X6 Pro, have appeared online. The associated leaker calls the device OPPO's "most ambitious product in recent years."
The analyst firm IDC has revised its estimates of global smartphone shipment growth this year from +2.8% to -1.1%. A recovery will now not take place until 2024. It also expects prices to fall.
The new 200-megapixel camera stirred strong debate online, but now that the S23 Ultra is out in the wild, it has proven itself by flying high above the S22 Ultra in the main areas that matter most.
Renders of the upcoming Sony flagship smartphone, the Xperia 1 V, have been revealed showcasing a very familiar design. It continues the trend of the 21:9 aspect ratio displays that only Sony uses.
Realme has introduced the GT Neo 5, a flagship smartphone that can be fully charged in under 10 minutes. This is made possible by the handset's 240W charger. A 150W option is also available.
In a recent interview, Nothing CEO Carl Pei has announced that the company will prioritize the U.S. in the upcoming release of the Phone (2). The phone's specs aren't known yet, however.
In a first, Realme may have collaborated with the world's number one soft drink brand Coca-Cola to release a 'really refreshing' Coca-Cola phone. Realme India has just started teasing the product.
Global smartphone shipments have shrunk in the fourth quarter of 2022, according to marketing intelligence firm IDC. The total smartphone shipment in 2022 is also the lowest since 2013.
Oppo has launched in India the A78 5G, a mid-range smartphone that packs a Mediatek Dimensity 700 SoC. It also has a 50MP rear camera and 8GB of RAM that can be expanded to 16GB via virtual memory.
According to sources, Samsung will overhaul its mobile strategy next year. Sources are guessing that the company had to think of a new strategy because of the current state of the smartphone market.
Those in the United States can finally grab the opportunity to own a Nothing Phone (1) through Nothing's Beta Membership program. Members will get the handset as well as a non-fungible token.
Following the European Union's recent mandate, the Indian government has asked electronic manufacturers in the country to switch to USB Type-C as the default charging port for various devices.
Samsung is apparently not going to unveil the Galaxy S23 series during the CES 2023 event, according to a new report. Instead, it could be landing around a month later at Unpacked.
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Chinese smartphone maker Oppo will announce a successor to its foldable phone in December, according to a leaker. The company is also expected to introduce its take on the Galaxy Z Flip.
With 360° rotation, intelligent Auto Tracking, and a suite of powerful apps, the Pivo Pod Lite is the world's best AI-powered tripod mount and a content creation powerhouse. Get it today!
As Google celebrates 250 million monthly active devices running Android Go, the company has unveiled Android 13 (Go Edition). It packs features like faster system updates and better personalization.
Samsung is preparing a new mid-range smartphone under its M series, according to a recent report. The device will reportedly pack a Snapdragon 888 processor, 8GB of RAM, and a 6,000mAh battery.
The WEEE Forum found that over 5 billion mobile phones today will end up as e-waste. According to them, users might keep their phones in drawers or toss them into bins instead of recycling them.
Google has launched the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro, with larger displays and better camera technology that allows HDR photography and filming. Pre-orders begin today through the Google Store.
British handset manufacturer Bullitt is planning to launch its own phones featuring satellite connectivity in February next year. It will support sending and receiving SMS via satellite globally.
Gartner has said that PC, tablet, and smartphone sales will all shrink this year due to the war in Ukraine, inflation, and supply shortages among other issues. 5G phone sales should rebound next year.
Nothing just dropped the very first look of its new Phone (1) smartphone, giving us some idea about what it looks like in real life. While the Phone (1) looks unique, it may not appeal to everyone.
Motorola has unveiled the mid-range Edge 30, which it claims is the thinnest 5G phone on the market. It will launch in several global markets in the coming weeks with a €449.99 price tag.
