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Early Look: iPhone 16 Series Dummies Reveal Design and Size Changes
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Early Look: iPhone 16 Series Dummies Reveal Design and Size Changes

In an early and unexpected reveal, dummy units of the upcoming Apple iPhone 16 series have surfaced, showcasing notable design and size changes across the lineup. These non-functioning models, which include the iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max, were displayed on the popular YouTube channel Unbox Therapy well before their scheduled 2024 release. The dummies are

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Is Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 6 Ultra/Slim Exclusive to Asia?
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Is Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 6 Ultra/Slim Exclusive to Asia?

Recent developments indicate that despite earlier rumours of its cancellation, Samsung is continuing the development of its rumoured “Ultra” or “Slim” variant of the Galaxy Z Fold 6. Firmware updates have emerged for a device with the model number SM-F958N, suggesting significant progress on this special edition. This variant, codenamed Q6a, is expected to have a highly restricted release focus.

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MediaTek Unveils Dimensity 7350 SoC: Mid-Range Performance Redefined
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MediaTek Unveils Dimensity 7350 SoC: Mid-Range Performance Redefined

MediaTek has taken a significant leap in the mid-range smartphone market with the announcement of its latest System on Chip (SoC), the Dimensity 7350. Built using TSMC’s advanced “second-generation” 4 nm process, the Dimensity 7350 is the first chip in MediaTek’s Dimensity 7000 series to feature Armv9 CPU cores. This octa-core CPU comprises two high-performance Cortex-A715 cores clocked at up

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Sony Xperia 5 VI Leak Hints at Camera Upgrades and Retained Design
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Sony Xperia 5 VI Leak Hints at Camera Upgrades and Retained Design

In an unexpected turn of events, a recent online leak has provided an early glimpse into Sony’s upcoming Xperia 5 VI smartphone, a successor to the much-acclaimed Xperia 5 V. While Sony has already rolled out the Xperia 1 VI and Xperia 10 VI globally, the Xperia 5 V, released nearly a year ago, remains the latest iteration in this

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Will the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Redefine Foldable Smartphones?
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Will the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Redefine Foldable Smartphones?

The article by Alex Alderson discusses the imminent release of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, a new foldable smartphone that looks set to join the competitive market alongside devices from Honor, Samsung, and Xiaomi. Slated for a mid-August release, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold has already generated significant interest through leaked images and specs. This analysis provides a comprehensive

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Huawei Pura 70 Ultra: Stunning Display and Camera, but Tech Limitations
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Huawei Pura 70 Ultra: Stunning Display and Camera, but Tech Limitations

Huawei’s Pura 70 Ultra has piqued significant interest as a flagship smartphone within its new Pura series, boasting an impressive array of features designed to captivate tech enthusiasts. Central to the appeal of this device is its 6.8-inch LTPO OLED display, which highlights superior pixel density and supports a high refresh rate of up to 120 Hz. During multiple tests,

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What Enhancements Will the New Nothing Phone 2a Plus Bring?
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What Enhancements Will the New Nothing Phone 2a Plus Bring?

The tech world is abuzz with anticipation as Nothing, the innovative smartphone brand, gears up for the imminent release of its latest offering, the Nothing Phone 2a Plus. Scheduled for its grand unveiling on July 31, the new smartphone promises to deliver on the brand’s ethos of providing significant value at an affordable price point. Initially teased with the cryptic

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Nubia Z60 Ultra Debuts with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Enhanced Camera
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Nubia Z60 Ultra Debuts with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Enhanced Camera

The recent announcement of the Nubia Z60 Ultra’s impending release on July 23 in China and globally highlights the smartphone’s enhanced features, particularly its camera and processing capabilities. The device is a variant of the Z60 Ultra released late last year, introducing the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leading Version chipset as a significant upgrade. However, Nubia emphasizes that the camera

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Can MediaTek’s Dimensity 9400 and LPDDR5X Memory Outspeed Snapdragon?
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Can MediaTek’s Dimensity 9400 and LPDDR5X Memory Outspeed Snapdragon?

The landscape of mobile chipset technology is set to witness a significant transformation with the upcoming launch of MediaTek’s Dimensity 9400 SoC, which features Samsung’s advanced 10.7 Gbps LPDDR5X memory modules. This highly anticipated release promises an array of performance enhancements and power savings. Samsung’s LPDDR5X chips, announced earlier this year, boast a 25% improvement in performance and the ability

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Xiaomi Launches Mix Fold 4: Thinnest Foldable with Advanced Features
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Xiaomi Launches Mix Fold 4: Thinnest Foldable with Advanced Features

Xiaomi has announced the arrival of its most anticipated foldable smartphone yet, the Mix Fold 4, set to be unveiled by the end of July 2024. This latest model is not only expected to be the thinnest in its series but is also poised to be among the most advanced foldable smartphones on the market. The Mix Fold 4 is

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Can Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 Bridge the Gap Between Mid-Range and Flagship?
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Can Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 Bridge the Gap Between Mid-Range and Flagship?

Qualcomm’s forthcoming mid-range system-on-chip (SoC), the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, has recently appeared on Geekbench, sparking significant interest in its potential to bridge the gap between mid-range and flagship devices. The Snapdragon 7s Gen 3’s performance has been benchmarked, revealing that it matches the performance scores of the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 with single-core and multi-core scores of 1,157 and

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CMF Phone 1 Promises Modding Ease but Faces Internal Repair Challenges
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CMF Phone 1 Promises Modding Ease but Faces Internal Repair Challenges

The CMF Phone 1, the debut smartphone from Nothing’s offshoot brand, CMF, has made a notable entrance into the market. Launched to captivate tech enthusiasts, it promised a blend of aesthetic appeal and user-friendly reparability, especially with its distinguishable removable rear panel held by actual screws. This feature hinted at an easy-to-customize and eco-friendly device, drawing in modding aficionados keen

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