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OnePlus Open spotted in the wild ahead of rumored October launch
Indian actress Anushka Sharma was recorded by paparazzi with the new foldable
It felt like a ridiculously long time since we last heard any news about the upcoming OnePlus Open smartphone, but then we reported on a rumor last week that said it was going to release in October. Before then, we last heard it was facing a delay after potentially releasing imminently in late July. OnePlus teased it on X during the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 launch event that same month. If the October release rumor is true, then it makes sense why Indian actress Anushka Sharma was spotted with the foldable in late September.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE and FE+ marketing renders have leaked
They could be officially unveiled soon
Samsung has been quiet on Fan Edition (FE) devices over the last year or so. The company decided to skip a generation, a decision that disappointed some users who like the more affordable take on Samsung’s flagship phones and tablets. However, rumors have been swirling in recent weeks and months, and tons of Samsung Fan Edition products are being leaked. Not only have we been hearing about the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE for a long time, but renders, specs and official documents have slipped through the cracks regarding the intriguing Galaxy Buds FE. Recently, marketing renders of the Galaxy Tab S9 FE and Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ have seemingly leaked, indicating that their announcement and release is imminent.
Samsung's next Galaxy Buds could cost a cool $100
The Galaxy Buds FE will undercut the Galaxy Buds 2, but not by much
About a month ago, we learned that Samsung has a new pair of earbuds in the works. Based on subsequent leaks, these new earbuds seem to be the Galaxy Buds FE, a new Fan Edition addition to Samsung's earbud lineup. Reliable leaker Roland Quandt has shared some additional info about the upcoming buds, and true to the FE name, it seems like they'll be competing in the midrange market.
Latest Moto leak offers a peek at specs and colors coming to a new budget model
Another month, another mid-range Motorola phone
Motorola has a knack for pumping out budget and mid-range phones, releasing slightly different versions of them in the various worldwide markets each year. While the recently-released Moto Edge+ has made us take Motorola a bit more seriously once again, it continues to offer cheaper choices throughout its lineup. This seemingly will continue with the Motorola G54 5G, which recently had its specifications leaked.
Sony's next mid-range Xperia looks promising in these leaked unofficial renders
The Xperia 10 V could make its debut in May this year
Sony is no longer the force it used to be in the smartphone business with its Xperia lineup of phones failing to compete with the industry's best smartphones, at least in retail terms. This is partly due to the Japanese manufacturer's unwillingness to adapt to changing times, resulting in flagship phones that don't have cutting-edge features with even the $1,800 Xperia Pro-I failing to impress. Regardless, the company isn't giving up on Xperia yet. A new leak indicates it's ready to give people something that won't burn a hole in their pockets.
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.
Samsung Galaxy S23 case leaks feature more of that new camera design
The Galaxy S23 could look quite a bit like the S22 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S22 series consists of some of the best Android phones you can buy today, but tomorrow will be here soon, and we've long been looking forward to its successor, the Galaxy S23 series. Just like last time around, Samsung is expected to launch three devices — the base Galaxy S23, S23 Plus, and S23 Ultra — all of which will mostly continue using the same design, albeit with some minor changes. What we saw in last week's renders now picks up some additional support, as we get our first look at protective cases for the Galaxy S23.
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 leak points to bizarre CPU configuration
Qualcomm wants simpler names, but its CPU config is only getting weirder
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 is the current top-of-the-line for Android smartphones, but the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 should start appearing soon. This is just a tiny speed bump over the current flagship, but a leak on the Chinese Weibo social platform suggests the follow-up system-on-a-chip (SoC) will be something of a departure. SM8550 chipset, which we expect to be released as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, reportedly has four different CPU islands, making for a more complex design than the Gen 1.
Samsung actually seems to be making some thoughtful changes for its next-gen foldables
Leaks suggest meaningful tweaks beyond just upgrading to the latest chips
Galaxy S22 season is over, and that means Samsung watchers are on to the next big release: fourth-gen foldables. The Z Fold4 and Z Flip4 are expected to launch later this year, and leaks have already hinted at a few hardware changes. The latest round of info from Twitter leaker Ice Universe confirms a bigger battery for the Flip4 and screen changes for the Fold4.
Leaked Samsung Galaxy Watch5 codenames cement the existence of a pro model
Is it a Pro? Is it a Plus? Is it an Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Watch5 series is still months away from being announced, but many leaks have surfaced already. The most notable of these rumors suggest Samsung might release three variants of the Galaxy Watch5 series, including a pro model with a massive battery. New leaks have now surfaced, further cementing the arrival of the chonktastic wearable.
After doubling up and releasing flagship devices side-by-side for years, OnePlus took a different route in 2022, introducing the OnePlus 10 Pro as the seemingly sole member of the new 10 series. It wasn’t alone for long, though, and after the 10 Pro was finally released globally, the company announced the OnePlus 10R — or OnePlus Ace in China — a successor to last year’s 9R/9RT. Rumors of a base OnePlus 10 have also been making the rounds — new leaks suggest that the device is indeed in the works, but it might drop an iconic feature.
Motorola's next affordable smartphones get a full reveal in latest leak
These mid-range devices could launch any moment now
Last month, Motorola's launch roadmap leaked, revealing the company's plans to release four more Edge phones this year. One of the possibilities was the vanilla Motorola Edge 30 (codenamed Dubai). We've already seen some of the phone's suspected specifications, but now we get to see the device — alongside the Moto G 5G (2022) — in all its glory, courtesy of leaked official images.
Latest OnePlus Ace leaks don’t align with previous renders
Are the OnePlus 10R and OnePlus Ace actually two different devices?
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After a few years of focusing primarily on flagship phones, OnePlus has been diversifying its portfolio with a number of recent launches targeting prices across the spectrum. Some of that expansion could be at the higher end, like with a premium version of the OnePlus 10 Pro, which we've recently heard rumored. But there's also exciting stuff happening on the other end, and this week we’re checking out some early rumors about a Dimensity 8100-powered handset that may arrive as the OnePlus Ace, including a marketing render showing off the phone’s back.
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold4 could score a much-needed camera upgrade
But maybe not the ‘Ultra’ upgrade you want
Foldable phones may well be what we all end up using in the future, and these days Samsung's currently leading the market with its Galaxy Z Fold and Flip lineup. But while these flagships definitely have some "wow" factor with their unique foldable designs, they don't always measure up to their Galaxy S counterparts in all aspects — and that includes the imaging department. Now a new rumor looks at one possible upgrade that could be coming to the Galaxy Z Fold4's camera package.
Samsung Galaxy A73 leak shows off its design, details camera specs
Could be one of Samsung's most popular phones of 2022
Samsung's Galaxy S and foldable phones tend to hog all the limelight, but its mid-range A-series phones are arguably more important for the company's bottom line. They offer many of the key features of their flagship siblings at a more affordable price point. With the Galaxy S22 launch done and dusted, leaks surrounding the company's mid-range Galaxy A lineup for the year have picked up steam. Recent reports have detailed the Galaxy A53 5G, but we know that Samsung has the Galaxy A73 in the works as well, which is positioned just below the Galaxy S lineup in terms of price and specs. This phone has now been showcased in official-looking press renders detailing some of its key specs and changes.
Samsung confirms massive hack, but says user data is safe
Hackers claim they have source code, encryption keys
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The hacking group Lapsus$ recently targeted Nvidia, demanding the chipmaker eliminate a feature in some GPUs that limits hash rates while mining Ethereum cryptocurrency. The hackers made it clear they had the goods by first leaking internal Nvidia email handles and cryptographically hashed passwords, then setting a deadline of March 4. Lapsus$ isn't stopping there — now Samsung is under the gun, and valuable source code is once again at stake.
Samsung Galaxy A33 leak shares a few hardware details as new pics surface
Alongside a low-cost Galaxy A13
With the frenzy surrounding the Samsung Galaxy S22 and Galaxy Tab S8 series gradually slowing down, we're shifting focus to Samsung's upcoming mid-range and budget offerings. We've already seen details about upcoming entries in the company's A-series, including the Galaxy A73, A53, A33, and A23. Now, more information and renders have emerged about the Galaxy A33, alongside new leaks about the Galaxy A13.
While it's got a handful of high-end devices, Motorola's bread and butter is mid-range devices, like the Moto G series. Initially, there was only one handset with the Moto G name, but the company has expanded the lineup over the years to include more of its budget offerings. The Lenovo-owned company is working on another new phone for this series, the Moto G22, whose complete specs and official-looking press renders have leaked online.
New Samsung Galaxy A53 renders show the phone in cute Peach and Blue colorways
In addition to the classic black and white
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We're all eagerly anticipating the upcoming Galaxy S22 series launch, but they're far from the only phones Samsung has in the works. The ever-popular A-series of devices are all due for some upgrades this year, with the rumored Galaxy A53 among the most exciting. As a successor to last year's excellent A52, a lot is riding on this release. A new leak gives us our best look yet at a much more affordable alternative to modern flagship smartphones.
First Google Pixel 7 renders finally put that big camera bar to use
Along with a handful of other small changes
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The Pixel 6 isn't the newest kid on the block anymore, but it's still a great phone well worth buying. Having spent a few months with both devices, it's easy to see what we like and dislike. As we get further into the year, it's time to start dreaming about what the Pixel 7 might build on last year's phone. After getting some spec rumors last week, we're getting our first glimpse at early renders for Google's next flagship.