Samsung Galaxy S10 5G hands-on review
The question of whether to buy a 5G phone in 2019 is complex. The Galaxy S10 5G will be one of the first 5G phones on all major carriers, but it’s also going to be among the most expensive in Samsung’s new Galaxy lineup. We break down what it’s like, and whether you should wait or buy into the next-gen network.
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.
OnePlus, Qualcomm launch contest to help developers create 5G apps of tomorrow
We've seen a lot of exciting 5G hardware at MWC 2019 -- but what about the software? OnePlus is partnering with Qualcomm and British telecoms company EE to offer app developers the chance to create apps that take full advantage of 5G's strengths, and some serious support is on offer for the winners.
Look but don’t touch: OnePlus’ 5G prototype phone sits behind glass at MWC 2019
OnePlus has a phone at Mobile World Congress, but we don't know what it's called. It's obstructed in a way that only lets you see the screen, and that's because it's a 5G prototype showing off the capabilities of the next-generation network, such as cloud gaming with mobile phones.
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.
Wrap it or bend it. TCL’s foldable concept phones can put a screen in any format
From Samsung to Huawei -- everyone's pumping out foldable phones. So is TCL -- but it's not focused on being the first to market, it wants to be the best. TCL has taken to MWC 2019 to show off its new DragonHinge for foldable phones, as well as some new budget offerings from Alcatel.
The modern-looking Axon 10 Pro 5G is ZTE’s first 5G-ready smartphone
At MWC 2019, ZTE took the opportunity to unveil two new phones, including the new ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G. As the name suggests, the phone features 5G connectivity -- and is ZTE's first device to do so. The company also announced the ZTE Blade V10, which has a 32-megapixel selfie.
Sony Xperia 1 review: One for the fans
Sony’s Xperia 1 smartphone is svelte, tall, modern, and powerful. The 21:9 aspect ratio means you get a cinematic viewing experience. It’s too bad there are several other shortcomings, such as a lackluster camera, unimpressive battery life, and far too high of a price tag. Here’s our Xperia 1 review.
Nokia 4.2, Nokia 3.2, Nokia 1 Plus, Nokia 210 hands-on review
HMD's Nokia 9 PureView smartphone, which has five camera lenses on the back, may have stolen the show at Mobile World Congress 2019, but the company also announced four other phones — all of which cost under $200.
LG’s V50 ThinQ is a different take on the folding phone, and it supports 5G
LG has a habit of releasing too many similar phones. Following on the heels of the V40 ThinQ, which arrived last October, the company has now unveiled the LG V50 ThinQ. The marquee difference is that the new phone supports 5G networks, and an accessory turns the V50 into a foldable phone.
Huawei Mate X folding smartphone: Everything you need to know
Huawei has announced the Huawei Mate X, a 5G folding smartphone with stunning looks and an exciting specification sheet. The Mate X has three screens -- one on the front, one on the back, and one after the phone is unfolded -- plus a clever hinge system, and a Leica camera. Here are all the details.
ModiFace replaces makeup brushes with neural networks, and it’s coming to the S9
For the launch of its makeup filter in Bixby Vision, Samsung tapped ModiFace to integrate its beauty AR technology into the Galaxy S9.
Day 5 at MWC 2018: Sony’s Xperia Ear Duo mixes ambient sound with your music
Sony's Xperia Ear Duo allow your ears to multitask by cleverly mix your music with sounds in your environment.
A flip phone with Google Maps? KaiOS is making dumb phones smarter
A feature phone with Google Assistant? That’s what HMD is promising on the Nokia 8110 4G, but it’s all thanks to KaiOS, a rapidly growing smart operating system for feature phones.
Day 4 at MWC 2018: We pick the top tech from the big show in Barcelona
Today on DT Daily: We came, we saw, we picked the winners. Check out our picks for the best tech that showed up at Mobile World Congress this year. Plus, controlling Alexa with hand gestures, and who needs a PDA? You just might...
Can a phone A.I. control a car? We hopped in a Huawei-driven Porsche and found out
Can a smartphone drive an autonmous car, and avoid an accident? Huawei wanted to demonstrate the power of the Kirin 970 and NPU AI processor inside the Mate 10 Pro, and decided to find out.
Why am I the only one that loves Samsung’s AR Emojis?
Samsung’s Galaxy S9 series comes with AR Emoji – which allows users to create their own cartoon avatars. The feature reminded me what it’s like to have fun with augmented reality.
Day 3 at MWC2018: Huawei’s Mate 10 Pro drives an autonomous car
Huawei shows that a smartphone may one day drive your car, ASUS unveils their own iPhone X, Vivo's APEX concept phone showcases some next-gen tech.
Stop Alexa with a wave of your hand with Elliptic Labs’ ultrasound technology
Elliptic Labs is at MWC 2018 showing off how its ultrasound technology might be used to control a smart speaker like Amazon’s Alexa.
DT Daily at MWC 2018: Sony Xperia XZ2 phones, Android Go slims down, lifi lights up
Today on DT Daily from MWC2018: Sony unveils two new Xperia XZ2 phones with 960fps HD slo-mo, PureLiFi's 'light wifi' could be the best way to connect, Android Go OS brings smartphone smarts to cheap phones.
Nokia 8 Sirocco vs. Samsung Galaxy S9: Can new flagship return Nokia to form?
The Samsung Galaxy S9 has been revealed and all are basking in its soft Lilac Purple glow. But could the Galaxy be surprised by the new Nokia 8 Sirocco?
DT Daily at MWC 2018: Will Nokia’s 8110 banana phone steal the show?
Mobile World Congress is underway and DT's Andy Boxall has this roundup of the day's news, including the new Samsung Galaxy S9, some cool tablets from Huawei, and Nokia's fun throwback 8810 banana phone.
An hour with the Galaxy S9 Plus reveals what the camera is all about
The Samsung Galaxy S9 can shoot super-slow-motion video, mechanically switch apertures, and has a Portrait Mode-like feature. Here’s how it all works.
You need to know how Android Oreo Go Edition is different from Android One
Android Oreo Go Edition is a new version of Google's Android mobile operating system, but what is it, and where does it fit alongside Android One?
5 features you may not have heard about on the Samsung Galaxy S9
Samsung officially launched the highly-anticipated Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus. We've rounded up a list of our favorite features.
Nokia 8110 4G: Everything you need to know
As the second addition to Nokia's family of "Originals," HMD Global has launched the Nokia 8110 4G, a revival of a design classic with some modern tech inside, including a 4G connection, Google Assistant, and even downloadable apps. No, it won't replace your iPhone X, but it may complement it perfectly.
Lenovo takes wraps off Windows 10, Chromebook device lineup at MWC
During Mobile World Congress, Lenovo introduced six new devices: Three Windows 10 PCs, and three Chromebook models priced under $360.
CAT’s FLIR-packing S61 Android smartphone is your tough new best friend
Apple will upgrade their popular AirPod wireless earbuds, the FCC says net neutrality ends April 23rd, CAT debuts the follow-up to their touch Android phone.
Galaxy S9 Plus vs. Galaxy S8 Plus: Battle of the galactic titans
It seems that Samsung has another hit on its hands -- but before the Galaxy S9 Plus can take on the world, it has to take down an old friend.
Land Rover Explore Hands-on Review
It may have the Land Rover name on the front, but the Explore is not only for people who own the world’s greatest SUV. It’s for anyone who loves the lifestyle that goes along with the Land Rover
Galaxy S9 vs. Galaxy S8: Has Samsung improved on its best device?
The dust has settled and the hype has come home to roost. But does the Samsung Galaxy S9 improve on its predecessor? We compared them to find out.
Sony Xperia XZ2 vs. Google Pixel 2 XL: Newest Sony flagship tackles Android king
Sony's Xperia XZ2 may offer some of the best hardware available, we wondered how it would do against one of our favorite smartphones from 2017, the Pixel 2 XL.
All phones in Alcatel’s 2018 budget lineup feature an 18:9 display
Alcatel has previewed its phone lineup for 2018, showing off the flagship Series 5, midrange Series 3, and budget Series 1.
New Huawei MediaPad M5 tablets are a video binge-watcher’s dream
Huawei has launched three MediaPad M5 tablets at MWC 2018. The MediaPad M5 Pro comes with a stylus included in the box.
We tried (and ranked) every smartphone at MWC, the largest mobile show of the year
We saw a lot of great phones at MWC 2017, but these are the cream of the crop. We ranked all the best phones, including the LG G6, Huawei P10.
Sony Xperia XZ Premium, XZs, XA1 Ultra, XA1: Our first take
Sony's back with an updated Xperia lineup for 2017 with four new phones: The Xperia XZ Premium, XZs, XA1, and XA1 Ultra.
Cheap ‘n cheerful: Our favorite affordable phones from MWC
It's hard to see big differences in flagship smartphones year-over-year, but you can see a lot of high-end features trickling down into affordable phones.
16 trends from Mobile World Congress that will reshape the year ahead
The rise of VR, the decline of tablets, and the unstoppable ascent of Chinese manufacturers are just a few of the trends from Mobile World Congress 2016 that will shift the world ahead.