iPhone 13 series to continue using Lightning port, feature larger batteries and Pro models with 120Hz displays: Report

Back in 2019, there were rumours claiming that iPhones in 2021 will likely be completely port less. However, according to a new report from Ming-Chi Kuo, the iPhone 13 series will continue to use the Lightning port, and will also reportedly feature 120Hz displays and larger batteries built-in.

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iPhone 13 said to come in 1TB storage variant

Apple is working on iPhone 13 and will reportedly come with up to 1TB storage for the first time. At present, the iPhone 12 comes with a 512GB storage capacity at max. However, there are no details about the variants, meaning if this will be the case across all the variants or just for the Pro Max variant. Currently, iPad Pro is the only device to offer a 1TB storage solution right now under Apple’s portfolio. Continue reading “iPhone 13 said to come in 1TB storage variant”

Microsoft Xbox Game Streaming app in development for Windows 10 PCs

Microsoft has invested a lot of money and time into game streaming technology, which they believe will become the future of gaming. The company is reportedly developing an Xbox Game Streaming app for Windows 10, which will enable users to stream games from either their Xbox Series X/S or xCloud on to their PC.

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iQOO Neo 5 5G with FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 870 to be announced on March 16

Update: iQOO recently confirmed the iQOO Neo 5 5G announcement on March 16th. The teaser confirms a centre punch-hole screen for the phone. Continue reading “iQOO Neo 5 5G with FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 870 to be announced on March 16”

ZTE shows off 2nd generation under-screen camera and in-display 3D face recognition tech

Last year, ZTE became the first smartphone manufacturer in the world to release an under-under-display camera smartphone globally, called the Axon 20 5G. The company has now unveiled their second generation version of their under-screen camera technology at their MWC, Shanghai booth.

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OnePlus 9 Lite / 9E could launch as OnePlus 9R alongside OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro in March

A rumour from December last year said that OnePlus 9 Lite will launch in early 2021 along with OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro. A recent rumour said that the phone will be called as OnePlus 9 SE. Now a new guide page for the upcoming OnePlus phones reveal the OnePlus 9R name long with OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro, according to an image posted by @evleaks. Continue reading “OnePlus 9 Lite / 9E could launch as OnePlus 9R alongside OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro in March”

LG denies scrapping rollable phone project ‘LG Rollable’

There were reports circulating on the Internet that Samsung’s home-grown rival LG might scrap the rollable smartphone project amid speculation as LG reportedly considering an exit from the smartphone business. Continue reading “LG denies scrapping rollable phone project ‘LG Rollable’”

Google Pixel 5a with 6.2-inch FHD+ OLED display surfaces in renders

Google Pixel 5a has surfaced in first CAD-based renders, thanks to @OnLeaks. This shows a similar punch-hole OLED screen as the predecessor, however this is said to feature a slightly bigger 6.2-inch FHD+ OLED screen compared to the 5.8-inch screen. This also increases the height, width and the thickness of the phone to 156.2 x 73.2 x 8.8mm (9.4mm with camera bump). Continue reading “Google Pixel 5a with 6.2-inch FHD+ OLED display surfaces in renders”

Samsung said to replace Tizen OS with Wear OS in upcoming Galaxy smartwatches

After sticking to its proprietary TizenOS for a while, Samsung is reportedly working on two smartwatches based out on Google’s WearOS. As per the reports, the reason behind ditching its OS is due to the lack of apps supports. The third-party app support for Tizen isn’t even in the same league as Wear OS, claims some report. Continue reading “Samsung said to replace Tizen OS with Wear OS in upcoming Galaxy smartwatches”

3rd generation Apple AirPods wireless earbuds with case surface

Rumours of Apple’s next generation AirPods have been picking up steam lately, signalling that we are likely near the launch of the product. Now, images and renders of the earbuds and its case have been leaked by Chinese website, 52 Audio.

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OPPO Find X3 5G with Snapdragon 870 gets certified; Find X3 Neo 5G press images surface

After the specifications of the Find X3 with the model number PEDM00 surfaced this week, the phone has been certified that shows the image of the phone with a curved screen, metal frame and quad rear cameras. This is different from the Find X3 Pro that has a huge camera bump. Continue reading “OPPO Find X3 5G with Snapdragon 870 gets certified; Find X3 Neo 5G press images surface”

OPPO Find X3 5G with Snapdragon 870, 8GB RAM, Android 11 surfaces ahead of March announcement

After the specifications and renders of the upcoming OPPO Find X3 Pro smartphone that surfaced last month, some specifications of the Find X3 has surfaced online. Screenshots from AIDA64 and AnTuTu show the model number of the phone as PEDM00 along with Snapdragon 870 SoC compared to Snapdragon 888 in the Pro version. Continue reading “OPPO Find X3 5G with Snapdragon 870, 8GB RAM, Android 11 surfaces ahead of March announcement”

OnePlus Watch design surfaces in patent ahead of launch

OnePlus CEO already confirmed that the company will launch its first smartwatch in 2021, and it was spotted on IMDA (Infocomm Media Development Authority) website in India a few months back with the name OnePlus Watch and the model number W301GB. The circular dial was rumoured already. Now the design of the OnePlus Watch has been confirmed by DPMA in Germany that reveals sports and leather bands for the smartwatch. Continue reading “OnePlus Watch design surfaces in patent ahead of launch”

Microsoft begins testing browser client for xCloud game streaming

Microsoft has begun testing a web browser client for their xCloud game streaming service. The test is reportedly being conducted ahead of a public preview, and it gives a peak into how the final version of the streaming service will look when it launches soon.

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Android 12 may bring dedicated gaming mode, smarter auto rotation and a Reduced Brightness quick setting

Google will be releasing the first Developer Preview of Android 12 soon, and we have some rumours on what features they may add to the next version of Android. Autorotation will reportedly get smarter; there possibly might be a dedicated “Game mode”, and a new “Reduced Brightness” quick setting tile might get added.

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