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via vivo X300 and X300 Pro make their debut outside of China Earlier this month, vivo introduced the X300 and X300 Pro in China, featuring upgraded cameras, a refreshed design, and improved hardware like the flagship MediaTek Dimensity 9500 SoC. Today, at an event held in Vienna, the flagship phones have now debuted in Europe. vivo X300 Both phones support 90W wired and 40W wireless charging. The vivo X300 sports a 6.31-inch display, while the Pro variant has a 6.82-inch screen. The phones use an 8T LTPO panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and also feature an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner. In the camera department, the X300...

T-Mobile will literally pay you $300 to try its 5G Home Internet before the end of the year T-Mobile 5G Home Internet is a staff favorite at Android Central, and now it comes with a spicy incentive.

One UI 8.5 tipped to borrow Liquid Glass elements after this Quick Settings change Samsung was reported to have updated its internal One UI 8.5 build with a small change to its Quick Settings design.

via Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 details leak The first phones using Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC have started to come out last month, following the chipset's official announcement, and yet if you have, for some reason, been wondering what to expect from its successor, today a few details have been outed. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 is probably going to be unveiled in September 2026. It will allegedly be made on a 2nm process by TSMC, and this will enable some great gains in terms of power consumption and performance compared to its predecessor. The 8 Elite Gen 6 is said to support LPDDR6 memory and UFS 5.0 storage,...

Google is set to release the new Home Speaker next spring. Should you buy it? These are the potential pros and cons of the upcoming smart speaker, based on what we know so far How much can a smart speaker do? Should you get one or replace the one you have with the upcoming Google Home Speaker?

There are only three reasons you should buy a tablet this huge The Honor MagicPad 3 is a giant tablet with lofty expectations and a low price point, but its sizable mass makes it a tough everyday recommendation.

Experts predict AI may disrupt the App ecosystem, and this might be a good thing As generative AI redefines mobile technology, experts predict a seismic shift where apps become mere extensions of AI's intellect, paving the way for seamless user experience.

Unlock the best Bluetooth audio on your Android phone with these game-changing dongles Don't buy a new phone! Instead, buy one of these dongles to get the Bluetooth audio you thought you couldn't have

The Garmin Venu 4 is becoming my new favorite fitness watch How does the Garmin Venu 4 perform during workouts? This is a look at the features, heart rate, and step counter when compared to other devices.

via Samsung Galaxy S26 series to launch in March, claims new rumor Another day, another Galaxy S26 rumor. This time, a report claims that Samsung will postpone the launch of its flagship Galaxy S series by two months. The report notes that due to issues with ‘development and design’, the Samsung Galaxy S26 series will be unveiled in March next year. Samsung usually announces the Galaxy S lineup in January. Galaxy S26 Pro leaked design As per the report, Samsung has completed the development of the high-end Galaxy S26 Ultra. However, the Galaxy S26 is still behind. The report does not provide any more details regarding the delay, so we’d recommend...

via Here's the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra inside another case Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra was showcased in some CAD-based renders late last month, then we saw it in a very iPhone-esque colorway last week, and now it's time to take yet another look at it, this time inside a case. Another case, to be specific, as we've already seen it in some other cases a while back. The camera island redesign is still present, as you'd expect. The phone's three camera sensors on the left are now part of a raised oval island, and not just individual circles. This design has been one that Samsung has slowly moved towards over the last year or so,...

Cheap phone alert! You can get up to $400 OFF last year's Motorola Edge for Best Buy's outlet sale The 2024 Motorola Edge isn't a perfect phone, but it's pretty tempting at just $150.

via The Apple TV streaming service has "significantly more" than 45 million subscribers Apple increased the monthly price of its video streaming service three times in three years – even so, the subscriber count has been growing faster than we suspected. The rumor was for 45 million subscribers. However, Apple Services SVP Eddy Cue appeared on Hollywood-focused podcast The Town and stated that the actual subscriber count is “significantly more than that”. However, Cue refused to give a specific number. Based on numbers from FlixPatrol, the rumored 45 million count would have put the newly renamed Apple TV service just above Peacock’s 41 million. For what it’s worth, the...

Google Fi is selling the 2025 Moto G for only $50. Should you buy it? Google is selling an unlocked Moto G for $50. Unpossible.

via Realme shares more details on the GT 8 Pro’s Ricoh-tuned camera Realme is set to unveil its GT 8 series later this month, and the GT 8 Pro will be the first smartphone to feature a custom Ricoh Imaging tuning as part of the newly formed Realme x Ricoh Imaging partnership effort. The two brands will host a dedicated event tomorrow, where they will provide more details on their collaborative efforts, but we have some new info ahead of the keynote. Intuitive Algorithm Engine, which aims to eliminate common smartphone photography faults like over-sharpening, over-saturation, and over-smearing. Realme also shared that you can expect RAW-level pixel...

The one AirPods Pro 3 feature I want Google and Samsung to copy Apple's new AirPods Pro 3 include a heart rate sensor that tracks your pulse during workouts directly from your ears.

via Deals: Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold launches, plus Xiaomi 15T and Poco F7 Ultra deals The Pixel 10 Pro Fold and the Pixel Buds 2a, both of which were originally unveiled back on August 20, are now finally available for purchase. The timing means that Google missed Amazon’s big sales event, so the offers right now are pretty limited. To entice you to upgrade to the new foldable, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold comes with a £300 bonus for trade-ins and that’s it. The phone measures 10.8mm when closed and weighs 258g, which is fairly high for a 2025 foldable. The Tensor G5 also fails to impress. It has a 48MP main camera, 10.8MP 5x/112mm telephoto and 10.5MP ultra-wide cameras....

Prime Day may be over, but our favorite premium phone is still 28% OFF at Amazon The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra also comes with the first-party S Pen stylus.

via Boox P6 Pro adds color e-ink screen, cellular connectivity Boox – the brand behind the smartphone-sized Android e-readers is gearing up to launch a new entry with the P6 Pro. It’s still as compact as a phone like previous entries, but it will be available with an optional color e-ink display and a SIM slot for 4G and 5G data connectivity. Boox P6 Pro One of the big missing features on the Boox Palma 2 was the lack of cellular connectivity so the P6 Pro is bringing a welcome addition. Boox confirmed it will feature a hybrid SIM/microSD card slot and support for VoIP calls, though no word if it will also be capable of cellular calls and...

The best Amazon Prime Day deals under $50 - from Bluetooth speakers to smartwatches Online retailers sell plenty of small-ticket essentials that we love as much as the showcase items. Here are today's best.

Five audio gadgets I use with my Pixel 10 that are on sale right now From Bluetooth headphones to USB-C mics, these audio gadgets work brilliantly well with the Pixel 10 and are on sale right now!

Parents, end your Christmas shopping RIGHT NOW with this Meta Quest 3S Prime Day deal! This rare 18% off deal on a Meta Quest 3S includes tons of freebies and free games, making it the perfect early Christmas gift.

How Verizon uses AI, drones, and robots to keep your phone connected during a crisis I saw firsthand how Verizon Frontline is using emerging technologies to respond to natural disasters — here's how it might help you when it matters most.

No one should buy the iPhone Air when the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is $400 OFF for Prime Day The Samsung Galaxy S25 is the best thin phone for Android users, providing a well-rounded experience in a small form factor. Now, it's at a rare 38% off.

T-Mobile supposedly plans to cut off LTE support in the 'next few years' A rumored document reportedly explained T-Mobile's plans to end LTE support on its network, as it moves toward 5G-only.

AirPods Pro 3 vs. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2: Which is better for live translate? AirPods Pro 3 and Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 both have live translation features, but are they any good? We tried them both, here's how they compare.

I tested the iPhone Air, and it finally lets you choose your compromise We've been sacrificing portability and maneuverability for the sake of features and battery life for years. Now, you can do the opposite with the iPhone Air.

Best Buy's anti-Prime Day sale is here, and these 5 smartphone deals are disgustingly good Best Buy's Techtober fest has begun, offering a bounty of Prime Day-level discounts on some of our favorite smartphones, wearables, and more.

YouTube Music 'borrowed' this divisive Spotify AI feature, and I don't hate it YouTube Music recently introduced a new experiment, testing AI music hosts that provide commentary between tracks. Some users may not like this, but it's not half-bad.

via Ultra-thin Motorola Edge 70 leaks in promo video Motorola started teasing the X70 Air in China late last month, and as the name implies this is going to be a very thin device. We've since heard that it could be launching internationally as the Edge 70, and today a new leak confirms that while also telling us precisely what to expect in terms of slimness. According to legendary leaker Evan Blass (aka @evleaks), the Edge 70 will be under 6mm thin, which puts it in the same league as the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, iPhone Air, Tecno Spark Slim, and Tecno Pova Slim. The promo video above was also leaked, showcasing the...

My favorite Nothing Phone cases are like having nothing on the phone Want to keep your Nothing Phone 3, 3a, or 3a Pro protected but don't want to ruin its drippy style? You need these cases.

ADT reportedly plans Gemini for Home integration for users after 'evaluation' ADT reportedly confirmed that it's looking into bringing Gemini for Home to its users, but it will take time before that happens.

via Oppo Find X9 and Find X9 Pro certification confirms their model numbers Oppo is launching the Find X9 and Find X9 Pro on October 16, and ahead of that they've both now been certified for sale in Thailand by NBTC. This process has resulted in their model numbers being confirmed: the 'vanilla' Find X9 is CPH2797, while the Find X9 Pro is CPH2791. No other details have been outed this time around, but past rumors have claimed they would both be powered by MediaTek's recently unveiled Dimensity 9500 SoC. The Find X9 should arrive with a 6.59-inch LTPO OLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate, "1.5K" resolution, and an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor. The Pro...

Just ahead of Prime Day, Amazon launches 36% OFF for this Fire Max 11 productivity bundle The Fire Max 11 is suitable for work and play, especially with these added accessories.

via Huawei’s Watch Face Store now boasts over 100,000 watch faces Huawei is the global leader in the wearables segment, and its smartwatches have now passed another milestone. Huawei confirmed that it now boasts over 100,000 watch faces on its Watch Face Store, which is part of the Huawei Health app. Those are accessible to its 17.5 million worldwide monthly active users for unparalleled personalization. From sport-specific watch faces that give you at-a-glance metrics for your performance to more avant-garde designs, Huawei has been expanding its collaborative effort with designers to provide even more options to its smartwatch users. Huawei...

Tech Talk: What phone hardware does it take for good, fast AI? The parts that make a good phone aren't quite the same as what you need for AI. Let's look at the differences.

The expensive Garmin Venu X1 just got its first major deal Despite owning a Fenix 8 and Forerunner 970, I've been wearing this unique, ultra-skinny Garmin watch for marathon training, and now it's $100 off.