The Galaxy 25 has a refined design compared to last year’s model, with the Galaxy S25 Ultra looking a bit cleaner. New high-quality official-looking renders have surfaced, showing off every detail.
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A new leak suggests that the Galaxy S25 will once again include an S Pen but will not have Bluetooth compatibility. The decision could be a cost-cutting measure, but it surely won’t be received well by some.
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Samsung Unpacked is just over a week away, and leaks are still coming out even during the company’s free Galaxy Reserve event. This time, it’s Samsung’s official wallpapers before they roll out on the Galaxy S25 series itself.
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GeForce Now is finally bringing Marvel Rivals to the cloud to celebrate the first season in-game. The new title will be available to play soon, following some exciting announcements from Nvidia regarding GeForce Now on more devices.
Expand Expanding CloseMediaTek and Google partner to develop dedicated smart home chipset
Smart home devices are getting a lot smarter, thanks to improvements in standards like what Matter has introduced to the industry. To facilitate that, Google and MediaTek are partnering up to introduce a new Filogic chip dedicated to smart home products.
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Samsung is starting to get things rolling for the release of the Galaxy S25 series. This year, the Galaxy S25 lineup should offer some really nice enhancements and improvements to a line that has proven it’s a strong Android option. With the reserve campaign live, here’s how you can sign up.
Expand Expanding CloseThe OnePlus 13R launches with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 at $599
The OnePlus 13R is launching alongside one of the most anticipated flagships of the year. The Android 15 phone comes as a mid-range device following a very successful predecessor, which leaves a lot to be expected for a price point a lot of users can get behind.
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Lenovo is releasing a hefty array of devices during CES 2025, but the main attraction has to be the Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable. This laptop is a concept turned into a true, buyable product that’s a lot of fun to use.
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Lenovo is trying to streamline what a Windows laptop can look like in terms of screen real estate. One way that the company is doing that is by equipping the Yoga Slim 9i with an under-display camera — something we’ve really only seen in expensive Android phones.
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Expand Expanding CloseHands-on: TCL’s 60 XE NXTPAPER phone has a physical e-paper switch with amazing battery life [Gallery]
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Expand Expanding CloseHisense’s new L9Q UST projector with Google TV hits a blistering 5,000 lumens
Hisense has a track record of releasing impressive ultra short-throw projector options that offer a well-executed Google TV experience. The Hisense L9Q is the company’s latest high-end projector, and it features a laser system that can reach an impressive 5,000 lumens, hitting the nail on the head when it comes to uninterrupted daytime viewing.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung will debut Eclipsa Audio format in collaboration with Google on 2025 TVs
Samsung has announced that Eclipsa Audio will be featured on Samsung’s 2025 TVs. This new audio standard has been a project of the company and Google for some time, with the audio format now taking ground instead of other, more popular standards.
Expand Expanding CloseHonor launches budget-focused Magic 7 Lite in Europe
Honor is gearing up for its Magic 7 lineup release with the launch of the first phone, the Magic 7 Lite. With an insane battery capacity and AI-focused features, the Magic 7 Lite acts as a precursor for what’s to come.
Expand Expanding CloseNew OnePlus Pad makes a surprise debut in China with MediaTek chip
OnePlus is offering a new tablet that takes a lot from the Oppo Pad 3. The new OnePlus Pad tablet for sale in China equips MediaTek’s new Dimensity 8350 SoC and brings an 11-inch display.
Expand Expanding CloseOne UI 7 will let users share photos from Galaxy phones to Galaxy Books in a snap
One of the main draws to Samsung’s ecosystem is how well devices work together. While it isn’t exactly seamless yet, some features allow users to take advantage of the bridge in similar operating systems. One upcoming feature in One UI 7 will seemingly allow users to paste recent photos straight from Galaxy phones to Galaxy Books in certain apps.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Honor Magic V3 is still the best foldable for people who hate foldables
After all of the foldable Android phone entries we’ve seen throughout the year, the Magic V3 from honor still stands out for one major reason — how insanely thin it is.
Expand Expanding CloseHow to use Pixel’s color correction tool to adjust for color blindness
Google has adjusted how the Pixel can be customized for those with color blindness. The color correction tool lets you choose a range of colors and intensity on Google’s Pixel devices, fully fine-tuning the Pixel’s display to your preference.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus 13R with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 confirmed in Amazon listing
OnePlus is expected to launch the OnePlus 13 and 13R on January 7. While the details on the OnePlus 13 are all but confirmed, the 13R still hides in the shadows. A new Amazon listing has confirmed which Snapdragon 8 chip the OnePlus 13R will use, along with some other clues.
Expand Expanding CloseThis is the best Pixel 9 Pro Fold case with magnets – and it’s currently on sale
The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is both a blessing and a curse. It folds in half, which is great, but finding a good case for a phone that folds in half can be tough. That’s where we’ve settled on Thinborne’s minimal aramid fiber case for the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, as it brings the best light protection with none of the issues that come with foldable cases.
Expand Expanding ClosePreserve battery health by setting your Pixel to stop charging at 80%; here’s how
In an update to Android 15, Google’s Pixel phones can now set charging limits to prevent the phone from charging past 80%. This setting has a completely valid reason for existing, and some users might want to turn it on to save their Pixel’s battery in the long-term.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S25 color options leak ahead of launch, and there are a lot of them
The Galaxy S25 is merely weeks away from seeing the light, and before that, it looks like we already have an idea of what color options Samsung is set to offer for this year’s flagship lineup of devices, and there is certainly no shortage.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus 13 will launch globally on January 7 with IP69 water resistance
The OnePlus 13 has been highly anticipated due to the success of the OnePlus 12, which launched just around a year ago. The company has officially set a date for the launch and details what that will bring.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung teases AI summary for One UI 7’s ‘Now Bar,’ powered by ‘Personal Data Engine’
Samsung is gearing up for the launch of the Galaxy S25 series, which means more AI is about to come our way. In preparation for the new lineup, Samsung is detailing how it plans to ensure user safety with a new Personal Data Engine and a new AI summary feature for the Now Bar in One UI 7.
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