Samsung’s Camera Assistant app brings plenty of useful tweaks to the stock camera app ranging from faster shutter speeds to adding a 2x zoom crop but it has remained exclusive to the flagship Galaxy S and Z Fold/Flip series phones until now. The Samsung Galaxy A53 and Galaxy A54 running One UI 6 are the latest devices to gain support for the Camera Assistant's features with a direct download from the Galaxy Store.
Samsung Camera Assistant features
Camera Assistant also brings an automatic lens switching toggle, Quick Tap Shutter and the ability to disable Auto HDR as well as...
Huawei scheduled a new announcement event on December 12, which will take place in Dubai. The Innovative Product Launch, according to the social media teasers, will reveal a “Creation of beauty”, which can be either the MatePad Pro 13.2 or the MatePad Pro 11 2024, or both.
The teaser also showcased some unusual accessories in the top right corner, which could be some earphones or another smart gadget with HarmonyOS.
The MatePad Pro 13.2 debuted in September with a notched display, a Kirin 9000S chipset and a 10,100 mAh battery. Two months later, its 11-inch sibling was introduced...
The Realme GT5 Pro is all set to launch on December 7 and the phone manufacturer already shared a handful of teasers, most of which are focused on the camera setup. And more specifically, the 3x telephoto camera.
Realme GT5 Pro telephoto samples
The newest teaser comes in a form of camera samples, all taken with that same 3x telephoto camera. However, as you can see from the focal length that some of them involve digital zoom as well. The aperture is apparently f/2.6. Here are all the samples shared on Weibo.
Realme GT5 Pro telephoto samples
Some of the posts...
Spotify is the latest tech company that will lay off employees as a cost-cutting measure. According to a public memo from Daniel Ek, co-founder and CEO of the Swedish audio streaming platform, approximately 17% of the workforce will be reduced.
A quick calculation based on the latest quarterly report reveals this is about 1,500 of the total 9,241 employees worldwide.
This is the third time Spotify is laying off employees, on top of increasing prices of its Premium subscription service. January saw 600 people get released, with 200 more from the Podcasts division being shown the door...
Samsung introduced its ISOCELL GN5 50MP sensor with the Galaxy S22 and S22+ phones and used a similar 50MP GN3 sensor on this year’s Galaxy S23 and S23+ models. That same 50MP sensor is also expected to be re-used on the Galaxy S24 and S24+ devices but a new tip suggests that the Galaxy S25 and S25+ phones may ditch the Samsung sensors in favor of Sony ones.
The new report comes from reliable tipster @Tech_Reve who holds a solid track record for Samsung rumors. There are no specific details on the actual camera sensor in question given that we are more than a year away from the S25...
Samsung is gearing up to launch its next generation of Galaxy Book laptops and South Korean new outlet Yonhap News is reporting that the new devices will launch later this month, on December 15. This report claims the Galaxy Book 4 series will be equipped with Intel’s upcoming Core Ultra “Meteor Lake” laptop processors set to debut on December 14. We also get confirmation for on-device AI capabilities via Gauss – Samsung’s in-house AI model which is also expected on the Galaxy S24 series smartphones.
Galaxy Book 4 series will feature Intel Meteor Lake processors and Samsung Gauss AI...
OnePlus 12 is getting announced tomorrow, and we know it will have a camera design similar to its predecessor, according to promo images and the latest leaked photos.
We now learn the new flagship will feature a battery with 5,400 mAh capacity – the biggest in a OnePlus smartphone ever.
The phone will support 100W wired charging and, more importantly, 50W wireless charging – the feature is making a comeback after it was missing in the OnePlus 11.
OnePlus 12 will fully charge in 26 minutes on the wire, 55 minutes wirelessly.
OnePlus 12 might not be the only smartphone by the...
Last week a vivo VP said to expect an announcement about the S18 series on December 4. Today is the day, and we learned the lineup will be officially introduced on December 14. There will be three phones – an affordable S18e, a vanilla S18 with two cameras, and a vivo S18 Pro with the most impressive specs in the lineup.
vivo S18 Pro • S18 • S18e
Jia Jingdong, VP and GM of Brand and Product Strategy at vivo, revealed the Pro variant will have a Dimensity 9200+ chipset and a 50 MP camera with a Sony IMX920 sensor, also seen in the recently introduced flagship X100...
A bunch of Redmi phones debuted this week, but none managed to dethrone the Samsung Galaxy A54, which remained the most popular phone in our database. The K70 Pro ranked just behind it with the Galaxy S23 Ultra coming third.
The Redmi 13C ranked fourth, pushing the Redmi Note 12 to fifth. The Redmi Note 12 Pro gained a spot to place just behind its sibling.
Apple's iPhone 15 Pro Max is seventh, followed by the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Xiaomi 14, which lost 5 more spots this week.
Samsung Galaxy A34 completes the top 10 this week, leaving the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ out this time...
Xiaomi introduced its Redmi K70 lineup with three models – the K70, K70 Pro and K70E. Both the K70 and K70 Pro model get 50MP main cams, 120W wired charging and impressive OLED screens with up to 4,000 nits peak brightness. The Pro holds the advantage with its Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 a while the vanilla makes do with the SD 8 Gen 2. K70E s the first device with MediaTek’s Dimensity 8300 chipset.
OnePlus 12 leaked in a series of hands-on images detailing its impressive BOE-made 6.82-inch LTPO OLED display. The panel features QHD+ resolution, a 1-120Hz variable refresh rate and industry-leading...
In time for the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), Samsung wants to remind us that its Galaxy Watches are suitable for everyone, thanks to the so-called Universal Gestures. The feature enhances accessibility and allows you to navigate without having to touch the display or the rotating bezel (or the virtual bezel) at all.
You can enable the Universal Gestures feature in the Settings menu under the Accessibility sub-menu. The two main gestures are "make a fist" and "pinch". The former selects an item while making a fist twice, opens up the Action menu,...
Last time we looked back at Nokia’s attempt to modernize Symbian with Anna, but that was only the first step. The next was called Belle, which brought the long-lived OS even closer to the modern design of its Android and iOS competitors.
Belle brought important quality of life changes that made the interface much more pleasant and usable. However, there’s no escaping that Symbian was playing catch-up to its rivals.
Let’s start with the basics and we do mean “basics”. First, the homescreen got a massive overhaul – you could now have up to 6 panes, up from 3 in Anna. And instead of the...
Bill Gates might not have actually said “640K ought to be enough for anybody”, but how much is enough? Android Go edition phones come with one or two gigs, mid-rangers often have 4-6GB, then flagships start at 8GB and go all the way up to 24GB.
These number vary by brand, of course. You won’t get more than 12GB out of Samsung or Google, Apple won’t even go that far and the iPhone 15 Pro Max has 8GB of RAM. Other brands will happily put 16GB in a mid-ranger.
The first smartphone with 24GB of RAM arrived a few months ago, it was the Red Magic 8S Pro+. A gaming phone, of course. Since...
Last week’s poll shows that the Honor 100 duo has potential as half of voters expressed interest in the two phones, though not without some question marks. However, when reading through the comments we saw that the phones also have a critical flaw – the Art Nouveau design.
Oof, there were less than glowing comments about the looks of the two phones. We’re not sure whether there is a consensus on which of the two is better, but it sure sounds that the artistic shapes of either model are not liked by the majority.
Looks aside, the Honor 100 Pro fared better – a decent chunk of people like...
Foldables are still quite pricey, but as always discounts help alleviate that. The Amazon has the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 with 1TB storage at £1,550 – this is after a £300 discount and with a £200 coupon applied. The coupon is available for the other two memory configurations, 256GB and 512GB, but they lack the first discount so the 1TB model ends up costing as much as the 256GB one.
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Nothing is yet to branch out into multiple phone lines – right now the Nothing Phone (2) is its flagship, the older Phone (1) is sticking around as the mid-ranger. You can pick it up for €320 for an 8/128GB model, though for a small premium you can get the 12/256GB option, which is probably the better pick. The extra RAM will help keep the phone snappy going forward and there’s no way to expand the storage later on.
Nothing Phone (1)
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The Poco X6 line of devices is still shrouded in mystery, but we have seemingly started to piece some details together. Recently we learned through an NBTC certification in Thailand that the Poco X6 Pro will likely be the international variant of the Chinese Xiaomi Redmi K70E.
Now, in a somewhat similar development, a GeekBench entry was spotted for a Xiaomi 23122PCD1G – a model number that has been linked to the Poco X6 5G model name through references found in the MIUI source code as well as on the GSMA IMEI Database. The GeekBench listing confirms that the tested device in...
The upcoming OnePlus 12 is expected to drop on December 5 in China, followed by an international debut on January 23. Naturally, interest in the handset has been mounting, and quite a few details have already leaked.
The latest development has some nice and clear photos of the OnePlus 12 in white and green colors. We also know that the phone will come in a third black variant. All three versions will likely be available in China, while global users will get to choose between the black and green ones.
OnePlus 12
If these photos look suspiciously good to you, it is simply...
Oppo's Find N3 was announced in October and we got to review the large foldable late last month. Sometime in the middle of all this we also spent a few days with the phone while travelling around Europe - and the Find's camera proved to be a mighty fine companion, whether it was the sunny streets of Seville, or the hustle and bustle of cloudy Paris.
The Find N3's camera system is headlined by a new Sony imager - the LYT-808, part of Sony's new LYTIA lineup, which benefits from the latest stacked architecture for improved light-gathering capabilities. It wasn't particularly tested...
CAD-based renders of the Samsung Galaxy A55 we've been hearing about for some time have surfaced, revealing the smartphone's design.
The Samsung Galaxy A55 looks similar to the Galaxy A54. It has a centered punch-hole display and a vertically aligned triple camera setup on the rear. However, the most notable difference between the Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A55's designs is that the latter has flat frames - something we expect to see on almost all smartphones Samsung will launch next year.
Samsung Galaxy A55
The Samsung Galaxy A55's right-side frame has a power button and volume...
The Journal app, coming to iOS 17.2, is Apple's new mental health tool for reflection. CNET's Bridget Carey has been using it for the past month and shares her impressions on what was helpful – and what was unexpected.
At the recent Redmi event, the company unveiled the K70e, K70, and K70 Pro smartphones, with the K70 Pro receiving a special edition in collaboration with Automobili Lamborghini Squadra Corse, called the Redmi K70 Pro Automobili Lamborghini Squadra Corse Edition — This special edition commemorates Redmi’s 10 years in the smartphone industry and features distinct design elements.The key differences in the Lamborghini Squadra Corse Edition include a unique camera island shaped […]
From the iPhone 15 lineup to the affordable Google Pixel 7a, smartphone options are abundant. As 2023 comes to an end, here are CNET's top phone picks from the past year.
We round up the best inexpensive phones we've reviewed from Apple, Samsung and Google Pixel. Our list of affordable phones should help you save money, with the cheapest starting at $160.
Google has initiated the deployment of its inaugural AI Core update for Pixel 8 Pro users, introducing a new application aptly named AI Core. This app, as described on the Google Play Store, serves as the powerhouse behind various Android features, supplying apps with the latest Artificial Intelligence (AI) models.It is worth mentioning that AI-driven functionalities operate directly on the user’s device, utilizing cutting-edge foundational models, and, to ensure the […]
Samsung has partnered with Parisian fashion house Maison Margiela for the second time to create the new haute couture Galaxy Z Flip5 smartphone. The foldable device features a rear glass that showcases the stitching and inner seams of a Maison Margiela jacket, with a color exclusive to this special edition. The semi-transparent effect unveils the hidden structure and details of the garment.The smartphone also comes with a Flap Leather Case, […]
Chinese smartphone brand Honor has unveiled its new Honor 100 series, introducing Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset. Among the models released are the Honor 100, a mid-range smartphone, and the flagship Honor 100 Pro.The Honor 100 features Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor and is equipped with a custom-made RF chip C1, designed to enhance call quality even in areas with weak signal reception. The phone boasts a 6.7-inch […]
Realme’s upcoming flagship, the GT5 Pro, is set to feature a remarkable photography setup, according to the latest teaser released by the company. The focus is on the telephoto camera, described as the “industry’s most expensive telephoto setup.” The teaser reveals key details about this impressive camera system.The GT5 Pro’s telephoto camera will incorporate Sony’s 50MP IMX80 sensor, boasting an f/2.6 aperture and providing a 3x optical zoom. Notably, 3x […]
Samsung is set to launch its Galaxy S24 range of smartphones in January 2024, as reported recently. A press conference for the Galaxy S24 series is scheduled for January 17, 2024, with pre-orders starting on January 18. This timeline indicates that consumers will have access to the new flagship smartphones before the end of January, as the devices are expected to go on sale on January 30.The upcoming Galaxy S24 […]
Samsung is ushering in the holiday season with a slew of enticing Black Friday deals, bringing exciting opportunities for tech enthusiasts and savvy shoppers in the United States. The Korean tech giant is renowned for its innovative products, and this Black Friday, consumers can take advantage of significant discounts on a range of Samsung devices.One of the standout offerings is the Galaxy S23 FE (check out our article on this […]
MediaTek has announced two new products at their MediaTek Executive Summit 2023: the MediaTek Filogic 860 and Filogic 360 WIFI 7 chips. These chips broaden WIFI 7 technology accessibility, targeting more mainstream market segments with their features and performance capabilities.The newly unveiled MediaTek Filogic 860 is a WIFI 7 chip designed primarily for routers and access points. It boasts a maximum theoretical speed of 7.2Gbps, positioning it as a formidable […]
After announcing its partnership with Meta to develop System-on-Chips (SoCs) for Augmented Reality (AR) glasses, MediaTek has unveiled its latest 5G RedCap modem IP and T300 chip. Touted the “world 1st Modem-RF SoC for 5G IoT and Wearables”, the new MediaTek M60 design, alongside the T300 chip, aims at bringing 5G connectivity to low-power and low-compute wearable and IoT devices.MediaTek is the first chipmaker to announce a 5G modem design […]
AT&T is ushering in the holiday season with enticing Black Friday deals on a range of smartphones, catering to both new and existing customers. The promotions include options for free smartphones with trade-ins, affordable monthly payment plans, and no-trade-in-required offers. The lineup features popular models such as the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, Google Pixel 7a, Motorola Razr+, Google Pixel 8, and Google Pixel 8 Pro, with prices starting at $5 […]
Amazon is currently offering a significant discount on the Google Pixel Watch 2, which has reached a new all-time low of $301. This price cut comes despite the absence of an official Black Friday sale announcement from Google.The Pixel Watch 2 features a familiar design but introduces a new heart rate sensor powered by Fitbit’s updated AI for improved health insights. With an extended battery life of 24 hours, including […]
The Google Store in the US is set to launch its Black Friday 2023 discounts a week ahead of Thanksgiving, starting on November 16. The spotlight of these promotions revolves around the Pixel 8 and Pixel Fold.The Pixel Fold, Google’s foldable device, sees a substantial $400 discount, bringing the price of the 256GB model down to $1,399. This markdown marks a significant reduction from its original price since its announcement […]
The vivo X100 series has been officially launched in China, introducing two models: the X100 and the X100 Pro. Notably, these smartphones are the first to feature MediaTek’s recently unveiled Dimensity 9300 chipset. The key highlight of the X100 Pro is its camera setup, featuring a Zeiss APO 100mm equivalent periscope lens.DisplayBoth phones sport curved 6.78-inch 8T LTPO AMOLED displays with 1260p resolution, 10-bit colors, and a variable 1-120Hz refresh […]
Google is set to delete millions of Gmail, Drive, and Photo accounts in December as part of a security measure to protect users. The initiative aims to address the vulnerability of inactive accounts, which may rely on outdated or reused passwords and lack two-factor authentication.Ruth Kricheli, VP of Google’s product management, highlighted in a blog post that these neglected accounts are susceptible to compromise, leading to potential risks such as […]
Google Maps, the dominant player in the navigation and mapping field, continues to evolve with a series of innovative updates that enhance the user experience and expand its capabilities. Here’s a breakdown of some of the new features and improvements. New Map Colors: Google recently introduced a visual overhaul of Google Maps, updating the color scheme to include realistic buildings and improved lane details on highways, making it easier for […]
On November 6th, chipmaker MediaTek launched the Dimensity 9300, its flagship mobile SoC that aims to challenge the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 announced by Qualcomm two weeks ago.The Dimensity 9300 uses TSMC’s 3rd-generation 4nm+ technology, is made of 22.7 billion transistors, and features a new “All-Big-Core” CPU architecture dedicated to performance.MediaTek claims improved performance and power consumption over last-gen Dimensity 9200 and slightly better performance than the Snapdragon 8 Gen […]
Motorola has made a significant impact in 2023 with its impressive lineup of smartphones, and now, as Black Friday approaches, they are offering substantial discounts on their flagship devices starting November 10th. These deals are expected to garner considerable attention from consumers looking for high-quality phones at reduced prices.The highlight of the Motorola deals is the 2023 version of the Motorola Edge, which has seen a substantial price drop. Originally […]
Samsung has revealed plans to introduce a Galaxy smartphone powered by generative artificial intelligence (AI) in 2024. This announcement was made during the Q3 earnings conference, where the company reported an impressive revenue of KRW 67.4 trillion (approximately $49.86 billion).The innovative AI technology Samsung is preparing to integrate into its Galaxy devices is notable for its ability to operate on the device itself, independent of internet connectivity. This means that […]
Samsung has begun the global rollout of One UI 6, coupled with Android 14 and the October 1 security patch, to its Galaxy S23 series. This firmware update is available for the Galaxy S23 Ultra, Galaxy S23, and Galaxy S23+. The update package is approximately 3 GB in size and brings a host of enhancements and new features.Among the notable changes is a revamped design, which includes a new default […]
Google recently unveiled its Pixel 8 series, showcasing its AI capabilities as a prominent selling point. This launch followed closely on the heels of Apple’s release of the iPhone 15 series. With both devices out, let’s compare them in order to help those who are in doubt about which one to choose.To provide a fair comparison, we’ll focus on the base-tier models of each series, namely the Pixel 8 and […]
Keeping up with the comparison trend because, after all, we all want the “best bang for the buck”, we cannot forget about another great flagship that was released this year, the Galaxy S23 ultra. When compared to the recently announced top-of-the-line Google Pixel 8 Pro, how does the South Korean giant do? Well, let’s find out right now!Display Pixel 8 Pro: Showcases a spacious 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display with an […]
The battle of the titans in the smartphone world continues with the recently launched flagships Google Pixel 8 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. These premium devices offer a host of features and capabilities, making them sought-after options for tech enthusiasts. Here’s a detailed comparison of these flagship smartphones.Verizon Deal for the new Google Pixel Series:New customers and existing customers can get a Pixel 8 Pro or Pixel 8 for free with select trade-in […]
Google has introduced its latest smartphone models, the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, featuring notable hardware and software updates. These devices are designed with a focus on sustainability, as they include casings made from 100% recycled aluminum.In terms of design, they closely resemble their predecessors, with the most significant change being the consolidation of all rear camera lenses into a single module. Both phones feature OLED displays, but there […]
SpaceX, the aerospace company led by Elon Musk, has unveiled plans to provide T-Mobile customers with direct access to its Starlink satellite network, aiming to eliminate cellular dead zones across the United States. Musk announced this initiative during an event at SpaceX’s Starbase facility in Texas, emphasizing the substantial impact it could have on connectivity.In many parts of the U.S., there are vast areas, equivalent to over half a million […]
In today’s digital era, a growing number of people find themselves tethered to their smartphones, often missing out on the beautiful moments life offers because their eyes are glued to screens — Smartphone addiction can lead to a detachment from the world around us, preventing us from fully appreciating the wonders of nature, quality time with loved ones, or even the simple joy of a leisurely stroll.Regrettably, this obsession with […]
Samsung has introduced its latest mission-ready mobile solutions, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Tactical Edition and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Tactical Edition, in the United States. The devices are tailored to cater to the specific needs of military personnel, first responders, utility companies, and various other sectors, allowing them to enhance their operational efficiency and situational awareness.The Galaxy S23 Tactical Edition and XCover 6 Pro Tactical Edition build upon Samsung’s […]
Tinder has introduced an exclusive subscription service called “Tinder Select” priced at a staggering $500 per month, targeting its most active users. Initially launched in 2017 as an invite-only tier for “hotties and celebrities,” Tinder Select was free, but it will now cost users $6,000 per year, as reported by Bloomberg News. This high-cost subscription service is offered to less than 1% of Tinder’s user base.Tinder Select is just one […]
In a Similar Fashion to iOS and macOS’ Continuity camera feature, Android users can now transform their smartphones into webcams for their computers or even other Android devices with the latest beta version of Android. This feature allows users to connect their Android phones to Windows, Mac, Linux, or another Android device and use their phone’s camera as a webcam.To enable this feature, users need to access the USB Preferences […]
Xiaomi has officially unveiled its latest smartphone, the Xiaomi 13T Series, aimed at a global audience seeking to explore their creativity and photographic skills. Developed in collaboration with Leica (a brand renowned for its iconic camera technology), the new phones promise to deliver Authentic Leica Imagery, capturing the essence of the Leica experience.Photography enthusiasts will find professional-level capabilities in both the Xiaomi 13T Pro and Xiaomi 13T models. The models […]
HONOR has just introduced the HONOR V Purse in Shanghai, China; This cutting-edge outward foldable smartphone was planned for fashion fans who also want the latest tech, measuring 8.6mm when folded and 4.3mm when unfolded. We’re talking about a new record for the world’s thinnest foldable smartphone released so far, which emerged from a concept first unveiled at IFA 2023 fusing fashion and technology, creating a unique category of stylish […]
Xiaomi is introducing the Redmi 7 today at 2 PM Beijing time or 7 AM CET. The event will be live streamed on Xiaomi's website, and we provided a link below for all fans out there. The phone is expected to be introduced by brand president Lu Weibing, and we expect to see the
After a few hectic weeks, the top 10 trending chart finally got some stability in week 11 with the top three remaining unchanged.
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro sits on top followed by a trio of Samsung phones. The entry level Galaxy M30 and the flagship Galaxy S10+ take the silver and bronze
Google Translate does a pretty good job at translating different languages. The only drawback is that if you’re chatting with someone, you need to switch back and forth between the app and the translation. However the good news is that it looks like Google has updated its Gboard keyboard app for iOS where it now
Huawei has confirmed that come 26th of March, they will be officially unveiling the Huawei P30 and P30 Pro. Now thanks to leaked information from WinFuture.de, additional details about the upcoming phone has been released along with some renders that give us some information about what we might be able to expect.According to the publication,
Samsung’s answer to the notch comes in the form of a hole-in display, where a small cutout has been made to accommodate the front-facing camera. We’re not sure if it is better or worse since it ultimately impacts the design of the phone and interrupts the display (although it does come with some fun wallpapers).However
While Microsoft might have failed on the mobile hardware front, the company has been making some inroads by introducing their own software and services to other platforms such as iOS and Android. They have also acquired other apps such as SwiftKey, giving them more in-roads to Apple and Google’s operating systems.Unsurprisingly apps such as SwiftKey
Last month, when Samsung launched its flagship Galaxy S10 smartphone, it also launched the Galaxy Buds, the company's latest truly wireless Bluetooth earbuds. We have been using them for a few weeks now and you can find our review here.
The Galaxy Buds aren't the first set of truly wireless earbuds from Samsung, as the
Say hello to the Samsung Galaxy S10e - the value flagship in Samsung's S10 lineup and quite possibly the best compact phone period.
We're on our way to deliver a detailed review of the Galaxy S10e early next week, but before that let's look at this little gem and share some early impressions.
The first thing
With the Samsung Galaxy S10, the company has opted to not use a notch in favor of a punch-hole display. Depending on your personal preference, you might like/hate it more than the notch. Samsung has in the past tried to cover it up by including wallpaper that would black out that area.However it seems that
