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Doogee S98 rugged phone with a circular secondary display held in front of a rattan cane table.

Why we need to stop reinventing smartphones with secondary screens

Smartphone brands are trying to reinvent the phone's back with secondary displays and distracting LEDs. Here's why I don't think it's working.
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Cooper-based vapor cooling chamber used in a custom Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 smartphone.

What is vapor cooling? The fascinating tech keeping your smartphone cool

Vapor cooling is a buzzword actively peddled by phone companies to promise better performance on their high-end devices. But is it actually important?
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Apple iPhone 11 running iOS 15 with smart widget stack.

Widget stacks is the best iOS feature that Android desperately needs

In spite of Android's early head start in widget support, it lacks the crucial functionality of widget stacks — something that shines on iOS.
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A man tries out AR glasses.

How AR glasses are going from niche gadget to smartphone replacement

Augmented reality, popularly known as AR, is creeping up our lives and holds the potential to completely replace smartphones in the future.
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A man listens to his cell phone audio via bluetooth headphones.

What is Bluetooth LE Audio, and how will it change our lives?

Bluetooth LE audio builds upon the existing wireless audio standards for better battery backup, improved sound quality, and lower latency than SBC.
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Boxes for an Apple Watch, iPhones, and Airpods sit on a desk.

Every phone company wants a walled garden as nice as Apple’s

Apple is famed for locking people into its ecosystem, the so-called walled garden, but other companies look on enviously. Here's why it's so successful.
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The Galaxy S22 Ultra's camera module.

I used Camera RAW on the S22 Ultra, and I’m never going back

We test Samsung's Camera RAW app on the Galaxy S22 Ultra, and see how its power makes for some stunning photography.
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Microscope mode on the Realme GT 2 Pro used to capture a bud on the rubber plant.

Realme GT 2 Pro lets you unravel wonders of the micro world

The dedicated microscope camera on the Realme GT 2 Pro is a unique feature that allows you to probe into the marvels of nature at a micro level.
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Mockup renders of reference smartphones with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 and Snapdragon 7 Gen 1

Here are Qualcomm’s latest processors and new AR glasses

Qualcomm is making strides through the mobile ecosystem with the new Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1, Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, and a pair of AR Smart Viewer glasses.
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OnePlus 10 Pro and Oppo Find X3 Pro camera app.

How Google plans to improve video capturing on Snapchat, Instagram

Google plans to improve the video recording-experience on third-party Android apps such as Instagram, Snapchat with enhancements to the CameraX Jetpack library.
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OnePlus 10 Pro in its Camera case.

OnePlus 10 Pro vs. Xiaomi 12 Pro

Confused about which sleek and powerful flagship to buy between the OnePlus 10 Pro and Xiaomi 12 Pro? Read our comparison to know more!
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Nothing OS Android launcher running on Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra.

I installed the Nothing OS beta preview, and now I’m worried

Nothing's first attempt to persuade users toward a minimal experience with its custom Android launcher feels short of exciting.
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OnePlus 10 Pro being taken out of a pocket.

Fast charging the OnePlus 10 Pro: SuperVOOC vs. USB-C PD

We compare Oppo's proprietary SuperVOOC 80W and 65W fast-charging standards with USB-PD while testing the OnePlus 10 Pro's charging speeds.
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Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus display with a dark wallpaper.

What is going on with the Galaxy S20’s screen?

Multiple Galaxy S20 and S20 Plus owners have reported a defect on the phones' display that appeared after a One UI update. Here's what's going on.
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Leaked render of the upcoming OnePlus 10R.

Amazon accidentally revealed the upcoming OnePlus flagship

The design of OnePlus's upcoming flagship killer — the OnePlus 10R aka Ace — was accidentally leaked by Amazon India.
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A gold colored Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 held in hands while partially shut.

How to take and end calls on the Galaxy Z Flip 3 the natural way

Here's how you can activate the ability to take and end calls by flipping the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3.
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 system on chip (SoC) held using two fingers.

What is Integrated SIM (iSIM)? How is it better than eSIM?

The Integrated SIM or iSIM is the next generation of the SIM card integrated within the system-on-chip (SoC) of a smartphone, smart wearable, or any IoT device.
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Ugreen 100 watts GaN gallium nitride charger with space gray Macbook, black iPhone 11, white Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, and a succulent in a pot on a black background.

Ugreen 100W GaN Charger review: A perfect charging solution

The 100-watt gallium nitride (GaN) charger from Ugreen is a compact and efficient solution for anyone who does not want to waste time on charging.
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Motorola Edge Plus 2022 on a background with multiple shades of blue.

Motorola Edge Plus (2022) hands-on review: Far from perfect

Motorola has re-entered the flagship segment with the $999 Edge Plus (2022) powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. Read our hands-on review to know more.
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Jireno Cube 4 portable 1080p projector on a table with pink flowers in the background.

Jireno Cube 4 Projector review: Carry Android TV with you

The Jireno Cube 4 is a portable projector that comes preloaded with Android TV and features a variety of input options.
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Galaxy S22 Ultra with S22 Plus and S22.

Exynos 2200 vs. Snapdragon 8 Gen 1: Which is a better chip?

Samsung released dual variants of the Galaxy S22 flagship series with both — Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and Exynos 2200. Which one is better?
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Android 12's Material You design language with wallpaper-based theming.

Dynamic theming is coming to all Android 12 devices soon

Google will soon mandate all devices launching with — or updating to — Android 12 to support dynamic theming with Material You design.
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A person holding the Motorola Moto G Stylus 2022 in Metallic Rose gold color sitting on a table in a room with a window in the background.

Moto G Stylus 2022 launches with better cameras and display

Motorola has launched the Moto G Stylus (2022) with a new cameras setup and a better display than the previous generation.
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Xiaomi Mi 11i HyperCharge aka Redmi Note 11 Pro China variant in purple color with 120 watt fast charging against purple twinkle lights in the background.

Xiaomi Mi 11i Charging review: Testing the 120W HyperCharge

We put Xiaomi's Mi 11i HyperCharge through intensive testing to see how its 120-watt fast charging technology performs at different stress levels.
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Fortnite Android version running on a smartphone.

Vulkan 1.3 makes it easier to port PC games to mobile devices

Vulkan 1.3 API specifications announced by the Khronos Group will enable similar graphics experience across a wider range of mobile devices and PCs.
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Xiaomi's custom Android UI MIUI 13 based on Android 12.

Android 12’s best feature is coming to Xiaomi phones

Xiaomi's custom Android interface, MIUI 13, will feature Android 12's dynamic theming that changes accent colors in the system UI with the wallpaper.
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Digital renders of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra in Phantom White and Green colors with S Pen against a white background.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra will get 45W charging, One UI 4.1

Yet another leak of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra reveals the phablet will charge faster than the Galaxy S21 series and even the regular Galaxy S22.
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The image shows render of Samsung Exynos 2200 system on a chipset (SoC) against white background.

Samsung shocks with surprise unveiling of Exynos 2200 chipset

Samsung Semiconductors has announced the Exynos 2200 system on a chip with a custom AMD-backed Xclipse GPU, faster NPU, and better ISP.
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A render of the MediaTek Dimensity 900 processor.

Are MediaTek and Qualcomm feeling pressure from in-house chips?

Should Qualcomm and MediaTek be worried about smartphone companies designing their custom chipsets to offer a personalized experience to users?
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hand with HTC Vive VR Wrist Tracker

HTC’s new Vive VR Wrist Tracker tracks hands accurately — even when out of sight

HTC's Vive Wrist Tracker works with VR headsets to track hand movements more accurately than Vive controllers, even when hands are not visible to the headset.
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Anker 100 watts 736 Nano II gallium nitride fast charger

New Anker 736 Nano II GaN charger has three USB ports and 100W power output

Anker has launched its 736 Nano II gallium nitride (GaN) charger with three USB ports and a combined power output of 100 watts.
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samsung galaxy s21 fe fan edition in lavender purple color against white background

Samsung finally launches the Galaxy S21 FE 5G after months of delays

Samsung has finally confirmed the Galaxy S21 FE with a 6.4-inch display, Snapdragon 888, 5G connectivity, and an IP68 rating for dust and water protection.
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Oppo Find N in purple.

Find N, Air Glass, MariSilicon X NPU, and everything announced at Oppo Inno Day 2021

Oppo has announced its new FInd N foldable phone, Air Glass for AR, and a new MariSilicon X neural processing unit for HDR A.I. 4K video.
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oppo AR glass 2021

Oppo may reveal AR Glasses and (maybe) a foldable phone at Inno Day 2021

At Oppo Inno Day 2021, the Chinese phone company is expected to showcase new AR Glasses, along with a foldable smartphone and other innovations.
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