The $150 Realme 3 is a far better smartphone than it has any right to be
A smartphone that costs less than $150 is unlikely to impress anyone, right? That old rule is being kicked to the curb by companies like Realme. The new Realme 3 has performance and ability that don't fit with our idea of a $150 phone -- they're considerably better than you expect. We tried it out, and we're impressed.
Where to buy the new Samsung Galaxy S10 range in the U.K.
The Samsung Galaxy S10, S10 Plus, and S10e have all been officially announced and can be pre-ordered right now, with deliveries expected on March 8. If you're in the U.K., where should you go to find the best price or the best deal? We've got all the details you need here, to make sure you get the best S10 phone with the best deal.
First major 5G network launch delayed over high-price plans, lack of phones
What was expected to be the world's first working 5G network for the masses has been delayed over concerns the phones required for it won't be ready in time, and the prices being charged by networks are too high. South Korea's government said the March launch will now most likely be delayed until April.
Samsung plans two more folding smartphones, and one could be out this year
Following the announcement of the Galaxy Fold, Samsung is reportedly working on two more folding smartphones, with one potentially coming before the end of 2019. The company is also experimenting with different designs for these devices, which will approach the folding phone concept in a different way.
Huawei says P30 Pro camera will have unique, revolutionary zoom tech
Huawei claims the P30 Pro will feature revolutionary camera tech that will change the way we take pictures. The phone will feature a new zoom system that won't affect quality and utliizes artificial intelligence. It's likely to take a similar approach to its capable Night mode. The P30 series will launch on March 26.
Lego surprises with the Lego Fold, its antidote to folding phone mania
Cheeky Lego has been poking fun at the current folding smartphone trend, and tweeted about the Lego Fold, its take on the hottest new mobile products. With a massive 11-inch display when unfolded, the Lego Fold's battery doesn't even need charging, it's so advanced. What could Lego's new product be? Find out here.
Line’s Clova Desk smart screen mimics your smartphone, in your smart home
After a short delay, messaging app Line appears to be ready to release its Google Home Hub challenger: The Clova Desk. The smart screen may control your smart home, but this is not emphasized, and the company instead is keen to show how it works with the Line messaging app -- something it has over the competition.
Nubia Alpha Hands-on review
The Nubia Alpha is the maddest wearable we’ve seen in a while. Described as a wearable smartphone, it has a 4-inch flexible screen that wraps around the top of your wrist, gesture controls so you don’t have to touch the screen, and even a camera. The style won’t be for everyone, and the price makes it a hard sell.
Nobody is allowed to touch the Galaxy Fold at MWC, and that’s concerning
Samsung has taken the unusual decision not to let the assembled mobile industry hold or use the Galaxy Fold at MWC 2019, just as it did at the device's launch event. Huawei, which has launched a competing device, has let selected members of the press use its folding smartphone, to show off the tech.
With virtual collectible pins at MWC, Google shows how AR will change navigation
Google is working on a compelling use for augmented reality: To help us navigate around large and complex areas. And it's using fun collectible AR pins at MWC 2019 to demonstrate it. On the surface, it's just for fun, but underneath is tech that could change the way we use Google Maps to find and learn about places.
All the folding smartphones you need to know about
It's hard not to get excited about folding smartphones, as the designs promise to be radically different from the smartphones we carry around today. Many manufacturers are working on these designs, and we've gathered together all the ones we know about so far right here to make sure you're fully informed.
Adventurous Vivo partners with Energous on true wireless charging tech
Vivo will work with Energous to bring over-the-air wireless charging technology to smartphones in the future. Although no timeframe is provided, Vivo is well-known for experimenting with new tech and showing off the results to great effect. Energous has been working on over-the-air wireless charging for some time.
Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 5G: Everything you need to know
The Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 has a massive screen, a cool slide-up camera, up to 10GB of RAM, and it even comes with a wireless charger. The latest version has a 5G connection too, and will be sold for just 600 euros when it's released in May. Here's everything you need to know about the Mi Mix 3.
Samsung’s wide range of Galaxy products means there’s something for everyone
Samsung launched a host of new products on February 20, with prices ranging from just $35, all the way up to nearly $2,000. This was not by chance, and the company believes it has something for everyone in 2019, regardless of what phone you own now, or what phone you dream of owning. We spoke to the company about it.
LG starts MWC 2019 early with the new Q60, K50, and K40 phones
LG has announced three new smartphones ahead of Mobile World Congress 2019: The Q60, the K50, and the K40. All are midrange devices that offer more than we usually expect, including multi-lens cameras, large screens with small bezels, and military-tough bodies. Here's what you need to know about them.
To avoid the notch, Vivo’s new smartphone has a secret selfie camera
Vivo has already experimented with a motorized selfie camera, and now it's bringing the cool technology to a more affordable device -- the Vivo V15 Pro. The motorized front camera joins a capable rear camera, an in-display fingerprint sensor, and a great looking design. Here's what you need to know about the V15 Pro.
Vivo V15 Pro’s trick camera rises to the challenge of making us smile
Vivo knows it's onto a winner with the cool motorized camera seen on the Vivo Nex S, and has now incorporated a newer version of the technology into the V15 Pro -- its latest camera phone that's packed with other desirable features too. We've tried the phone, and its impressive cameras.
Sirin Labs Finney review
The Sirin Labs Finney phone is to cryptocurrency what the iPhone is to Apple Pay. It facilitates the payment, processing, and exchanging of cryptocurrencies on a smartphone, and surprisingly does it in a user-friendly way. However, does that mean you should rush out and buy one? We’ve tried the phone out.
Sony’s weird Wena isn’t a smartwatch, it’s a smart watch strap
Sony's Wena smart watch straps have been around since 2015; but the company has now decided to launch them outside of Japan, starting with the U.K.. The straps convert traditional watch straps over to smart watches, but without ruining the style or design. There are two different types available, and Sony even makes watch bodies too.
Oaxis Timepiece Review
The Oaxis Timepiece wants to be a traditional watch, a fitness tracker, and a basic smartwatch all-in-one. That’s a tall order, despite it sounding quite simple, so can the sub-$180 wearable manage to pull it off? We’ve been wearing it for a while to find out if it can complete the trifecta, or if it falls short.
Google still thinks people are interested in modular smartphones
Google has filed new patents related to modular smartphone designs and technology, several years after it discontinued Project Ara, the name given to its own range of modular devices. The patents cover hardware similar to what we've seen in modular devices, and to how Project Ara was intended to look.
Find the best, most stylish smartwatch for him this Valentine’s Day
Looking to buy a smartwatch for someone this Valentine's Day? If you're buying for a man, then here are our top picks out of the many available, putting style and design over features and tech. There's a smartwatch here fit to grace any man's wardrobe and to suit any budget big or small.
Everything we know about the OnePlus 5G phone
OnePlus has clarified a statement regarding when it will use the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor. Initially stating it would be the first to do so, it now says it will be among the first. In further news, it will produce a separate 5G phone that may cost up to $300 more than its existing devices.
Huawei’s A.I. has finished Schubert’s Unfinished Symphony, and we’ve heard it
We all know computers can be used to make music, but can artificial intelligence be used to not only generate music, but complete one of the most famous unfinished symphonies of all time? Huawei has found out, using its own AI to create the final two movements of Schubert's "Unfinished," No. 8 Symphony.
Samsung’s camera-equipped stylus concept is straight out of a Bond movie
Samsung is working hard to make its S Pen stylus more useful to more people, having taken a step forward in that direction with the Galaxy Note 9. A patent has revealed what could be done in the future, and it involves putting a camera in the S Pen itself. The associated images give us an idea of how it may function.
Q Acoustics’ Concept 300 speakers banish vibrations with sci-fi stands
The new Q Acoustics Concept 300 speakers look fantastic, especially in the silver and ebony color scheme; but you should also pay attention to the crazy-looking stands, as a huge amount of work has gone into their design and engineering. They serve a purpose: To rid the speakers of nasty vibrations.
In 2018, smartphone sales stopped growing annually for the first time
Two data analysis companies have said that in 2018, the smartphone market declined for the first time, meaning we all bought fewer smartphones than in 2017. The drop over 2017 may not sound substantial, but with the numbers involved, it's more significant than you may think. What will happen this year?
Ruark’s R5 music system is so classy, you’ll want to tidy up before it arrives
British audio brand Ruark has launched the Ruark R5 music system, a highly capable all-on-one machine that is as happy playing CDs as it is streaming Spotify around a multi-room setup. The R5 has a chic look similar to the company's massive R7 music system, but in a smaller and more affordable package.
Samsung’s new big-but-small chip could mean the end of the mobile MicroSD card
Samsung has developed a new 1TB memory chip for smartphones, doubling the largest amount available today, and says it's ready for production to start. The tiny chip is not physically any larger than the 512GB version, yet will store twice the amount of data. However, don't expect the resulting phones to be cheap.