Xiaomi Mi 9T: Everything you need to know
Xiaomi will soon launch a new member of the Mi 9 family. It will be called the Mi 9T, and there are hints it may come with a notchless screen and a pop-up camera. This may mean it shares some of what made the recent Redmi K20 Pro so tempting. The phone is not official yet, but here's what we know so far.
Asus ZenFone 6 review
Asus is embracing the 2019 trend of not following any trends at all and instead going in its own direction. The ZenFone 6 has a motorized flip-around camera, a 5,000mAh battery, and an almost Google Pixel-like version of Android installed. We’ve been using the phone, and here's our review.
Speed is everything: Using 5G in the U.K. on the OnePlus 7 Pro 5G
You can buy a 5G phone and connect to 5G in the U.K. now, but what's it like when you do? Armed with a OnePlus 7 Pro 5G on the EE network, we've been walking the streets of London to find out. It's only the first week of the launch, and coverage is still spotty, but don't let that put you off.
HTC still makes smartphones, but still isn’t great at marketing them
It’s easy to forget HTC still makes smartphones, as it sold most of its phone division to Google, hasn’t competed in the flagship race for a while, and concentrates on selling the HTC Vive VR headset. The phones are still there, though, and HTC has announced a pair of new ones: The HTC U19e, and the Desire 19+.
See Spielberg’s scary horror show on your phone, but only when darkness falls
Steven Spielberg is not only writing a horror story for an app, but he also has a really fiendish idea to make it even more atmospheric: Your phone won’t let you see it until after the sun goes down. The app is new streaming service Quibi, a collaboration between Hollywood and Silicon Valley, and it's coming in early 2020.
Line Pay’s global digital Visa card helps it take on Apple, Google, and Samsung
Messaging app Line is pushing ahead with its financial technology plans, and has announced a wider partnership with Visa, to integrate not just contactless payments, but to add a pre-paid Visa card into the app itself. It will operate globally, and see Line take on established mobile payment systems from Apple and Google.
Smartphone survives the ultimate drop test from an astonishing 103,000 feet
A Chinese smartphone manufacturer may have gone a little over the top in its attempt to prove how durable its latest device is, by attaching it to a high-altitude balloon and watching it ascend to 31,540 meters — that’s just over 103,000 feet — and then letting it fall. Amazingly, the phone survived and was still working on the ground.
Sign In with Apple sticks it to Google and Facebook, for the good of everyone
Apple wants you to use its new Sign In with Apple service, which promises to free you from password hell, without selling your soul to the advertising devil. Google and Facebook offer similar features, but with compromises to your online privacy. Does Apple's solution improve on them?
Honor 20 Pro hands-on review
Where does Honor go after the Honor View 20, the best device it has made? The answer is the Honor 20 Pro, which takes what made the View 20 great, and then gets better by adding more cameras, and shrinking the size. It’s priced well, but questions linger on whether it’s a worthwhile purchase due to the U.S.’ relationship with Huawei.
The Nowa Superbe tracks fitness, without looking like it belongs in the gym
The Nowa Superbe is not a hybrid smartwatch, as it doesn’t deliver notifications, and is instead a basic fitness tracker wearing its best party outfit, for those who hate the idea of wearing a fitness tracker that looks like it really only belongs in the gym. We've worn it for a few days to see how it performs.
Swipe typing isn’t new, but it’s the best addition to iOS since Siri
Dismissed in a short sentence during the WWDC 2019 keynote presentation was one of the more interesting new features in iOS 13 — the introduction of swipe-typing on the standard iOS keyboard. Those who haven't enjoyed the feature on Android, or on third party iOS keyboards, are in for a treat.
Samsung’s Bixby-powered Galaxy Home speaker now slated for a fall release
Samsung has announced the Galaxy Home smart speaker to rival Amazon's Echo, Google Home, and Apple's HomePod. However, while it has shown off the design and given a hint at its features, it is not quite ready to provide a concrete release and price details. Here's what we know about the Galaxy Home so far.
Why iTunes had to die to be reborn
Apple’s decision to kill off iTunes-as-we-know-it, as announced during WWDC 2019, makes me nostalgic. Not only because it was instrumental in bringing me into the Apple family; but because I still rely on iTunes today for the same reason it was created back in 2001. But reports of its death may be overblown.
Notch no more: The era of the in-display smartphone selfie camera has arrived
Oppo and Xiaomi have both demonstrated exciting new technology that places the selfie camera on a smartphone behind the screen, and not inside a notch or pop-up module. The new design makes the lens almost invisible when only glancing at the phone, and is the next stage in creating neater, bezel-free phones.
Asus Zenfone 6: Key settings to change on your new phone
If you’ve got a new Zenfone 6 in hand, then there are a few settings to change and tricks to know, ready for you to really enjoy this great phone. We covered everything from the way to control the motorized camera lens, to adjusting the sound, and also customizing the Smart Key on the side of the phone.
Sorry fans, Blackberry Messenger for Android and iOS died May 31
The BlackBerry Messenger app, better known as BBM, for Android and iOS is shutting down, nearly six years after it launched. The consumer version of the service will stop operating on May 31, but for loyal BBM'ers there is some good news, as BlackBerry has an alternative ready for you to use.
BlackBerry Key2 LE: Everything you need to know
The BlackBerry Key2 LE is the phone for businesses that want the BlackBerry experience, without the big bills attached to buying the regular Key2. The LE has a physical keyboard, a good screen, secure software, and plenty more to appeal, but it misses out on the Key2's standout high-tech features.
MediaTek’s 5G SoC is a groundbreaking, integrated 5G chip for smartphones
MediaTek has announced a groundbreaking integrated 5G mobile processor built on a 7nm process, using the latest ARM Cortex A77 architecture, and specifically for Sub-6 signals. The chip will power devices launched in early 2020, ready for use in devices sold in China, and by Sprint and T-Mobile in the U.S..
The Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro packs a Snapdragon 855 for under $400
The Redmi K20 Pro looks like 2019's biggest smartphone bargain yet, squeezing in masses of new tech, including the Snapdragon 855 processor, an OLED screen, and a pop-up camera for under $400. It's the highest-specification phone we've seen from the Xiaomi sub-brand. Here's what you need to know about it.
Honor 20 Pro and Honor 20: Everything you need to know
Honor has launched the Honor 20 Series at an event in London, revealing the Honor 20, Honor 20 Pro, and the Honor 20 Lite. The phones, especially the Honor 20 Pro, are impressive but the launch has been overshadowed by the continually evolving situation involving Huawei. Here's what you need to know about the three Honor 20 phones.
The Realme X is so cheap and so good that it defies the rules of economics
The Realme X has a 48-megapixel camera, an in-display fingerprint sensor, an AMOLED screen, and a Snapdragon 710 processor, yet it costs from $220. If the spec impresses, the performance and design doesn't suffer for the price either. We've tried out the phone to see if it's too good to be true.
Oppo RX17 Pro review
The Oppo RX17 Pro looks great, and has a triple-lens camera on the back; but don’t let these aspects make you rush out and buy one. There are a few too many downsides with Oppo’s affordable mid-range phone, especially with the masses of excellent devices that are vying for your attention.
OnePlus Bullets Wireless 2.0 hands-on review
The OnePlus Bullets Wireless 2.0 Bluetooth headphones are revised and redesigned for more comfort, better sound, and more convenience. Has it worked? In our initial testing, absolutely. These great sounding earbuds are clearly made for life on the move, and deliver exactly what you’ll want to ensure you aren’t left in silence.
This strap and case combo makes the Apple Watch the perfect travel companion
The Apple Watch is highly customizable, due to the ease with which the straps can be changed. Take a selection with you when you travel, and the smartwatch becomes ideal for any situation or outfit. Here's how the latest springtime 2019 straps look, and our accessory pick to keep them safe.
Stunning new G Shock is virtually indestructible in carbon fiber and titanium
Casio has released the most desirable new Gravitymaster connected watch -- the so-called Baselworld edition, or the GWR-B1000X-1A. Made from carbon fiber, titanium, and sapphire, it also has a Bluetooth link to make altering setting and using watch features a breeze. This beauty is a limited edition though.
Google Assistant 2.0 isn’t just a minor evolution. It’s a game-changing upgrade
A new version of Google Assistant is coming to our smartphones, and it has the potential to change the way we use our devices on a daily basis. Thanks to a significant technical breakthrough, voice control is about to become faster and equally as versatile and accurate as using a touchscreen.
Tag Heuer Connected Modular 45 Golf Edition review
Tag Heuer’s known for its sporting partnerships, and this new Golf Edition Connected Modular 45 smartwatch is so into the game, it even comes with three specially-branded golf balls. It has got the looks, but has it got the talent? Surprisingly, it does, and there is more than just some balls in the package.
The best smartwatch you can buy is also the world’s most popular, by far
The best smartwatch you can buy is the Apple Watch, and it's also the world's most popular, according to the latest data. It blitzes the competition, to the point where one-in-three smartwatches shipped is an Apple Watch. However, Samsung and Huawei's efforts are gaining a big following, while Fossil loses ground.
Huawei P30 Pro vs. Google Pixel 3: Camera kings clash in photography shootout
The Google Pixel 3 is camera phone royalty, but the new Huawei P30 Pro has so many tricks up its sleeve, it could be the phone to snatch the crown away. We took both phones on a tour in Taiwan to see how they compare. Ignoring the obvious camera differences, this test is all about real world performance.
Google pits design teams against each other to create next winning Pixel phone
Want a better looking Pixel phone? Google may want to change the way its Pixel hardware looks, and to win plaudits for the design, rather than apprehension based on notches and bezels. A rumor says it's pitting several design teams against each other to come up with the next winning design.
U.K. government minister fired over Huawei 5G leak accusation
Huawei's involvement in the U.K.'s 5G network infrastructure continues to be controversial, with leaks and high-profile government firings surrounding it. The final decision around the company’s involvement has yet to be finalized by the government, and we’ve got all the details on the story here.