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Google Pixel 8 leak tells us codenames, new Tensor chip, and more RAM
“Husky” and “Shiba” could be the next underdogs of the smartphone world
We still haven’t gotten over how good the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are — two of our favorite Android phones of the year. But we’ve already started hearing rumors about their follow-ups due toward the end of next year. If this new report about the alleged Pixel 8 and 8 Pro is anything to go by, Google is doubling down on the performance for its next flagship lineup, offering a better processor and more RAM to go with it.
A OnePlus 10 Ultra might be in the works, as per new rumor
The Pro might not be the hottest thing this year
OnePlus recently unveiled its 10 Pro in China as the first flagship device following its transformation into essentially an Oppo sub-brand. While we're yet to see it in the rest of the world, it's packing the hottest flagship specs around, including a state-of-the-art Hasselblad camera system and a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC. But according to a new rumor, it might not be stopping at just a "Pro" device this year, as something even higher-end could be in the works.
Google's next AR headset is more than just a daydream
But if history is any indicator, it could be a nightmare
After years of lackluster attempts in the augmented reality space, Google is pushing its cleats down with multiple augmented reality projects, two of which are currently targeted to be out within the next three years.
It looks like a very bright future indeed for the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra's display
They could be extremely expensive, impishly impractical lightbulb replacements
Samsung smartphones are known for their bright, colorful AMOLED displays and the ones on the Galaxy S22 series of devices look to be no exception, especially with this new information coming in.
For the past few weeks now we’ve been enjoying a steady flow of fresh leaks and rumors about the upcoming OnePlus 10 Pro. At least, it sure feels like there’s not much more to learn about how the phone will look, and we've already got a solid sense of what to expect under the hood. Now we're fleshing out some of the remaining details, as a new report suggests we can expect a nice upgrade when it comes to charging speed.
Latest leaks show how the Samsung Galaxy S22's camera could shape up against the Ultra's
Let's play musical chairs, but with spec sheets
People will be shelling out for the best of the best in smartphones. For some, that will be Samsung's Galaxy S22 Ultra. But if they're only looking for... well, the best, what's there to look forward to on the S22 and S22+? One person seems to have some clues.
Who the heck needs 200 megapixels on their camera? Smartphone manufacturers, of course. It's always a race to the next big number on a spec sheet and it seems that a surprise contestant is tipped to be in the lead for 200 million pixels' worth of bragging rights.
This good old-fashioned Pixel 6 unboxing video is just the cherry on top of a mountain of leaks
Although all the ice cream has melted by now...
Leaking phones seems like the wrong way going about chasing clout, but if you're sure you won't face consequences for it, perhaps it's worth a go. This has led us to the first unboxing video of Google's Pixel 6. Yep, if copious amounts of official media and unauthorized renders and photos aren't enough... here you go.
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We first started hearing some concrete details about the Pixel 6 back in May, and to say a lot has happened since would be the understatement of the year. Google issued a surprise announcement for the phone in early August, and the rumor mill hasn’t stopped running since.
The Galaxy S21 FE might not be canceled after all
A rumored January launch could shuffle Samsung's entire calendar
It’s hard to remember a phone with as many conflicting rumors as Samsung’s Galaxy S21 FE. We know it exists — a quick start guide leaked last month, as did Google AR Core certification — and yet, word of an unknown delay or cancellation continues to circulate. The latest rumors for Samsung’s next smartphone say it’s not dead just yet, but you might be waiting a while longer for it to hit store shelves.
Fairphone 4 leaks reveal even more upgrades, including 5G
The ethical smartphone is back and better than ever
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Fairphone devices have a pretty beautiful concept behind them — they're designed to be "fairer" than the competition. This means a lower environmental impact than your average smartphone and decent working conditions for the people making them throughout the supply chain. The Fairphone company is also a heavy proponent of right-to-repair and the phones feature a modular design to make it easier and less costly to fix. The follow-up to 2019's Fairphone 3 has now leaked, showing off several improvements over its predecessor.
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra might solve the S21 Ultra's S Pen problem
It's rumored to come with an integrated Pen holder
We all know that Samsung hasn't released new Note phones this year, instead passing the S Pen compatibility to the Galaxy S21 Ultra, complete with an ultra-ugly stylus storage solution. It's already mostly clear that Samsung has completely given up on the Note series in favor of its new foldable phones, but for those of us who aren't ready to let go of S Pen support in a more traditional form factor, the upcoming Galaxy S22 Ultra might have something nice up its sleeve. According to noted leaker Ice Universe, the S22 Ultra might come with the signature integrated S Pen holder known from the Note lineup (via GSMArena).
Rumored Galaxy S22 Ultra color would go great with a glass of merlot
A shiny new variant for your next shiny new phone
It might feel like it's too early to start learning about Samsung's next flagship series, but that won't stop the leaks from coming anyway. We've already learned about the potential battery capacities for all three devices, alongside rumors that Samsung is bringing back a smaller display size. But if you already know you're going to upgrade to the Galaxy S22 next year, all that really matters is the available color choices — and with today's leak, we're getting our first hints about what those could be.According to a report from Galaxy Club, Samsung's next smartphone lineup will come in a few available colors — with an intriguing new option for the premium S22 Ultra. If you're choosing between the S22 and S22+, you'll have identical colors to pick from: white, black, rose gold, and green. It's safe to assume the green option will look similar to the Galaxy Z Fold3 launched last month, which looks pretty phenomenal in person.
Galaxy S22 screen size could be the smallest in years
I mean, it still doesn't sound SMALL-small, but baby steps, right?
Is someone really listening up there? Have our incessant pleas for the return of sensible phone sizes finally been heard? Some recent rumors sure have us wondering as much. And we're not talking about the return of some explicitly petite series like Sony's Xperia Compact line, either — there's increasing evidence of a trend towards the smaller for one of Android's most prominent flagship families.
Google TV could soon let you stream free TV channels
Possibly coming to your nearest Chromecasts and smart TVs as early as this year
Google TV on Chromecast and smart TVs could soon become a more enticing platform as Google plans to add free to stream TV channels to it. Google TV currently acts as an aggregator for various streaming apps, complete with personalized content recommendations.
Android 12's stable release date may have just leaked
It looks like an internal Google document spills all the beans
Last week, Google published the fifth (and most likely final) Android 12 beta, saying that the stable release was only a few more weeks out. We originally speculated that the day could come as soon as September 13, which would be today. But in case that doesn't pan out, XDA's Mishaal Rahman managed to obtain an internal Google document that could point to a much later date: October 4.
Chromebooks with Face ID authentication may be just around the corner
A new sensor could allow for face unlock, presence detection, and more, much like we know from Windows 10 and 11
It looks like Google could add face unlock and other camera-based interaction options to upcoming Chromebooks and Chrome OS. 9to5Google found evidence that the company is working on integrating a "Human Presence Sensor" that would allow for similar features like Windows 10 and 11's Hello camera.
The next OnePlus phone probably isn't what you were hoping for
The company's shaking up its usual fall plans
OnePlus's usual smartphone cycle revolves around two main flagship series. There's a mainline model in the spring, followed by an upgraded half-step successor in the fall. At least, that's how it normally goes. A new report gives us a good idea of what's in store for OnePlus throughout the next few months, and what's on the way might catch you off guard.
Pixel 5a 5G price and specs leak out, with late August launch rumored
We know pretty much all there is to know by now
The Pixel 5a 5G has been "coming soon" for quite some time now, but it looks like we may finally see it officially launched later this month. Google's budget phone plans for this year have been somewhat confusing, but we're talking about a follow-up to the Pixel 4a 5G rather than the smaller 4a. As such, the freshly leaked specs and price would make sense — it's apparently going to have a 6.4-inch display and cost $450.
T-Mobile's 3G shutdown is back on schedule for October
Also, Sprint's LTE network now has an end date
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In its bid to keep on the forefront of the 5G race in the United States, T-Mobile hasn't made its plans to kill off its and Sprint's 3G networks exactly loud and clear, but we had a good idea of when the ball would start rolling and when it would finish. Well, that was until the plans apparently changed, before shifting again just a few months later.