iPhone 17e rear panel adds MagSafe to iPhone 16e, teardown reveals

Earlier this month, Apple introduced the new iPhone 17e with modest upgrades over the iPhone 16e, including the addition of MagSafe. Now, a teardown of the device suggests that iPhone 16e users may also be able to gain MagSafe functionality through a relatively simple hardware upgrade. The team at iFixit performed the teardown and found that replacing the iPhone 16e’s rear panel with that of the newer iPhone 17e brings MagSafe support to the older model. iPhone 16e (left) and iPhone 17e (right) However, the modification comes with a few limitations. For one, the iPhone 16e lacks...

OnePlus 15T launch set for next week, pre-orders open

Several teasers later, OnePlus has finally set a launch date for the 15T. Alongside, the company has also opened pre-orders for the OnePlus 15T in China. The OnePlus 15T will be unveiled in China on March 24. It will be offered in Healing White Chocolate, Pure Cocoa, and Relaxing Matcha color options. Interested customers can also pre-order the handset in China via the official Oppo online store. It will be sold in 12GB/256GB, 12GB/512GB, 16GB/256GB, 16GB/512GB, and 16GB/1TB variants. Ahead of the launch, OnePlus has already confirmed several key specifications of the 15T. It...

Nothing Phone (4a) series receiving new update with these features

Nothing has announced the rollout of a new update for the recently launched Phone (4a) and Phone (4a) Pro. The Nothing OS update introduces several new features, including enhancements to Live Updates on the Glyph Bar and a new Relaxation Hub, among others. Starting with Android 16’s Live Updates, apps that support real-time updates will now use the Glyph Bar of the Nothing Phone (4a) to show the progress. The feature works across the always-on display, lock screen, status bar, and notifications. Additionally, a new Relaxation Hub has been introduced, featuring Breathing Break...

Xiaomi 17T nabs another certification on its way to a rumored early launch

The Xiaomi T series devices have always launched in September, but that may change this year. According to a recent rumor, the 17T and 17T Pro may get official as early as May, and that theory does seem to be supported by the fact that they've already been certified by a bunch of authorities across the globe. Today, the Xiaomi 17T was discovered in Singapore's IMDA database, following its certification by BIS in India. The phone has the model number 2602DPT53G globally, and 2602DPT53I in India. IMDA has revealed that it supports wireless charging, unlike its predecessor from last...

The Indian Oppo A6s is the global Oppo A6x, because why not

Oppo's A6 family is absolutely, utterly ridiculous at 21 members (so far). A lot of these are the same device under slightly different names for different markets, because Oppo probably thinks the Internet isn't global or something like that. This is by far the most confusing lineup we've ever come across. Case in point - there's already an A6s which launched in January, but now it's coming to India with different specs, according to a new leak. So, ladies and gentlemen, meet the Indian A6s. It is, in fact, the global A6x. So why not simply launch it in India as the A6x? Who...

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold to be imminently discontinued

According to a new report from Samsung's home country of Korea, the Galaxy Z TriFold, the company's first double-folding smartphone, will be discontinued about three months after its launch. Samsung will allegedly end domestic sales of the device on March 17. The company has been notoriously selling out of the phone a bunch of times, as it's only produced it in incredibly small quantities. So there were only ever a few units available, which naturally sold out instantly. The same source says sales will continue in the US, where the Galaxy Z TriFold became available later than in...

Samsung Galaxy A37 and A57 star in hands-on videos ahead of launch

Following a healthy dose of leaks and even early retailer listings, Samsung’s Galaxy A57 and Galaxy A37 have now emerged in hands-on videos shared by a TikTok user based in Thailand. Both devices look just as depicted in the previously leaked renders featuring glass and metal designs with a triple camera setup on the back. The pair is also confirmed to be running One UI 8.5 based on Android 16. Galaxy A57 hands-on leak The same source also disclosed that the Galaxy A57 will be priced at THB 17,999 ($554) for the 12/256GB trim and THB 20,999 ($646) for the 12/512GB version. It...

Realme P4 Lite 5G with 7,000mAh battery set to debut later this week

Last month, Realme launched the P4 Lite 4G in India with a 6,300mAh battery and a Unisoc T7250 SoC. The company has now introduced the 5G variant of the phone, which packs a larger battery and is powered by the Dimensity 6300 chipset. The Realme P4 Lite 5G will debut in India on March 19th. Ahead of the launch, the company has revealed key details of the handset. It is confirmed to pack a 7,000mAh battery that is claimed to offer up to 19 hours and 35 minutes of YouTube playback. The phone will also support bypass charging. The Realme P4 Lite 5G will sport a 6.8-inch LCD display...

Oppo Find X9 Ultra's 10x periscope telephoto camera specs tipped

Oppo’s Find X9 Ultra is expected to launch soon in China and global markets. While the company has yet to reveal any details about the upcoming phone, several leaks have already surfaced online. The latest one sheds light on the phone’s 10x telephoto camera. According to tipster Digital Chat Station, the Find X9 Ultra’s 10x periscope telephoto camera will feature an f/3.5 aperture, which is said to allow around three times more light intake compared to the 10x periscope telephoto camera on the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra. Alleged Oppo Find X9 Ultra real-life image Notably, the Galaxy...

Huawei Enjoy 90 series confirmed to launch next week

Last week, Huawei teased the design of the Enjoy 90 Pro Max and the Enjoy 90 Plus. Now, the company has gone ahead and revealed the launch date of the Enjoy 90 series in China. In separate posts on Weibo, Huawei confirmed that the Enjoy 90 series phones will debut in China on March 23 during the company’s Spring product launch event. The Enjoy 90 Pro Max will feature slim display bezels and a hole-punch cutout for the selfie camera. The teaser poster also confirms that the handset will sport a circular rear camera module housing dual sensors. Meanwhile, the Enjoy 90 Plus...

Weekly poll: Nothing Phone (4a) and Phone (4a) Pro await your approval

Despite branching into the lower and higher-end segments, Nothing is still primarily a mid-ranger company. The fourth generation started shipping this week with the vanilla model, though the Pro is only now starting its pre-order phase. The Nothing Phone (4a) closes the all-important camera gap with a 50MP 3.5x/80mm telephoto module. In fact, its camera is almost identical to that of the (4a) Pro – last year, the superior camera hardware was a major reason to pay the Pro premium. Nothing Phone (4a) in Black, White, Blue and Pink This year, the two models differ mainly on...

Weekly poll results: the iPhone 17e looks too cheap to cost $600

In last week’s poll about the Apple iPhone 17e, some 30% of voters say that they are not looking to buy an iPhone. Another 30% say they are looking for a new iPhone but are aiming for a more premium model. The 17e does have its fans, but it is a niche device – let’s break it down. Only 10% of voters are ready to buy a 17e outright and around half of that would join them if they like what they see in reviews. Speaking of, we have a review unit at the office and already posted an unboxing video. There is plenty to dislike on the iPhone 17e – even though it’s the most basic model, it still...

Samsung Browser will get multitasking, AI and more with One UI 9

Judging by Google Chrome’s massive usage figures (3.83 billion worldwide monthly active users and 68-69% share on mobile, 89% on Android), chances are you are using the browser in any form. The Samsung Browser (formerly known as the Samsung Internet Browser) is one of the more popular alternatives. It comes pre-installed on all Galaxy devices and can also be freely downloaded by anyone else from the Google Play Store. It is very powerful, with plenty of customization and some interesting extra features like extension support. According to reports, Samsung Browser will be getting a...

Deals: Galaxy S26 series now available, S25 and Pixel 10 models on sale

The Galaxy S26 series launched globally this week and Wednesday was your last chance to pick up an S26 series flagship with a free storage upgrade. Now you have to pay full price for 512GB storage. The phones still come with Amazon gift cards, however. S26 series pre-orders are up 25% in the US and that is almost entirely on the strength of the new Galaxy S26 Ultra features. The Privacy Display in particular as well as features like horizon lock and generative edit drew in the crowd. Check out our review for our thoughts on the new Ultra. And if you decide that you like what you see, you...

The vivo X300 Ultra will upgrade audio quality on all levels

The vivo X300 Ultra will bring a host of improvements compared to its predecessor, and while we've mostly focused on the photographic side of them, there's another side to it: audio. Vivo's Han Boxiao took to Weibo to tease some substantial improvements to the audio capture and audio reproduction of the upcoming global flagship. The first has to do with enhancements to how the phone uses its four available microphones. They'll combine spatial recording with noise reduction and AI smarts to isolate voices and enhance the sound recording. Below is a screenshot Boxiao shared from the...

Realme 16T and Realme P4R colors, RAM and storage amounts leak

Realme is apparently working on two new smartphones for the Indian market. These are the 16T and the P4R, and both are going to be launching in India soon with 5G support, according to a tipster over on X. The Realme 16T will allegedly be offered in Starlight Red, Starlight Black, and Aurora Green in three RAM/storage options: 6/128GB, 8/128GB, and 8/256GB. Realme P4 Power On the other hand, the Realme P4R will reportedly be offered in Silver Glare, Titanium Glare, and Lavender Glare colorways in these RAM/storage combos: 4/128GB, 6/128GB, and 6/256GB. Based on the RAM/storage...

vivo patents vertically rollable smartphone

Rollable smartphone concepts have come and gone in the past few years, but we've yet to see an actual product using a rollable display (there are, however, rollable-screen laptops already). While the rollable smartphone concepts we've seen thus far have all rolled the screen out of the side, vivo has patented something else entirely - a rollable screen that becomes longer, not wider. The vivo rollable device pictured in the patent application becomes taller as you roll out the screen, which is definitely interesting to see, yet we can't help but wonder what the actual use cases for...

MacBook Neo is surprisingly repairable

The brand-new MacBook Neo is projected to be a hit in terms of sales and could turn out to be one of Apple’s most important laptops in recent memory. While its main claim to fame is the relatively affordable $599 base price ($499 for students), the Neo is also Apple’s most repairable laptop in a long time. YouTuber Phone Repair Guru performed a teardown of the Neo, and the results are fascinating. Apple opted for an easily repairable design with key components like the battery, speakers, trackpad, USB ports and display held in place only with screws and connectors. Virtually...

Oppo Find X9 Ultra's massive rear camera bump seen in leaked real-life image

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra is expected to go official in the coming weeks, but several leaks about the upcoming flagship have already surfaced online. The latest leak includes a real-life image of the alleged device, offering a glimpse at its massive rear camera module. The image shows the back of the Oppo Find X9 Ultra with a large circular camera module, similar to the one on the Find X8 Ultra. However, the camera bump appears to be noticeably thicker this time. The camera module is seen to house a quad-sensor setup, once again similar to the outgoing model. As per recent leaks, the...

The Honor X80 GT is now rumored to break all mainstream battery capacity records

While Apple, Google, and Samsung continue to keep their devices (at most) around the 5,000 mAh mark, Chinese brands are innovating fast based on Silicon Carbon technology. Honor was in fact rewarded for just this at MWC earlier this month, and the brand shows absolutely no signs of stopping. According to a new rumor out of China, the upcoming Honor X80 GT will come with a 13,080 mAh battery. The 'vanilla', non-GT X80 was previously rumored to sport a 10,000 mAh cell instead, going up to that amount from the X70's 8,300 mAh, which was still definitely commendable in itself. Honor Power...