The thin and light Moto X70 Air is not the only new Motorola smartphone launched today, as it’s joined by a new variant of the Moto G100. Moto G100 key specs We say new since Motorola already used the moniker for the Moto G100 (2021) nearly four years ago but the new version comes with a few notable upgrades. The key one is the much larger battery, which comes in at 7,000 mAh and supports 30W charging. You also get a more recent, though still two-year-old Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset at the helm, paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. There’s a 6.72-inch IPS...
The China-exclusive Samsung W26 is now official as the Z Fold7’s distant cousin, and like previous W-series releases, it comes with some minor cosmetic changes and a more premium unboxing experience. Samsung also added satellite connectivity on the W26, which allows users in China to use the Tiantong satellite system for calling and messaging in areas without network connectivity. The only other hardware change is the 16GB RAM, which comes as standard on both the 512GB storage and 1TB storage models of the W26. Samsung W26 Samsung W26 is available in red and black...
This is not the first time the Trump administration has claimed it has reached a deal with China to sell TikTok to US investors. However, this time, China backs the claims or at least to some extent. According to Chinese sources, the two sides have reached a "basic framework consensus," which includes licensing the very successful algorithm and other intellectual property rights. If you read between the lines, that means the two sides haven't actually talked specifics, and once again, the September 17 deadline will likely be revised, so that all parties involved will finalize all...
The iPhone Air is now available for pre-order in over 60 countries. In China, however, eager buyers will have to wait, despite Apple’s earlier announcement that pre-orders would begin there today. According to The South China Morning Post, Apple is facing regulatory hurdles in China due to the iPhone Air being eSIM only. The publication reports that the company is working with the authorities in mainland China to resolve the issues. Apple has reportedly confirmed that all three major Chinese carriers are prepared to support eSIM on the iPhone Air, pending regulatory approval....
Not long ago, 7,000 mAh batteries were usually associated with big-screen devices like tablets. However, the latest trend in battery tech is the silicon-carbon chemistry, which enables batteries with higher energy density. The latest Oppo A6 Max smartphone features the latest battery technology on board, with its key highlight being the massive 7,000 mAh battery. Battery aside, the A6 Max employs a large 6.8-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and advertised 1,600 nits of peak brightness. The panel also works with wet hands, and it's protected by the in-house Crystal Shield...
Samsung and SK Hynix seem to be caught in a crossfire between the US-China trade war, as the two chip manufacturers are getting their licenses revoked by the US Commerce Department and won't be able to use new equipment in their Chinese factories. Samsung and SK Hynix both have chip manufacturing facilities in several countries, including China. The interesting bit about the Chinese factories, however, is the fact that Samsung, for example, produces legacy chips over there, leaving the production of high-end chips in South Korea and the US. The US is a key partner in the chip...
After teasing the vivo Y500 last week, the Chinese manufacturer has now officially confirmed its launch date in China and shared key specifications of the upcoming smartphone. The Y500 seems to be a China-exclusive handset and succeeds the vivo Y300. The vivo Y500 is set to launch in China on September 1, featuring an 8,200 mAh battery, which is a big upgrade from the 6,000 mAh unit on its predecessor. vivo has also confirmed that the upcoming Y series smartphone will offer IP69+/IP69/IP68 ratings along with SGS Gold label five-star certification against drops and impacts. While...
After teasing the vivo Y500 last week, the Chinese manufacturer has now officially confirmed its launch date in China and shared key specifications of the upcoming smartphone. The Y500 seems to be a China-exclusive handset and succeeds the vivo Y300. The vivo Y500 is set to launch in China on September 1, featuring an 8,200 mAh battery, which is a big upgrade from the 6,000 mAh unit on its predecessor. vivo has also confirmed that the upcoming Y series smartphone will offer IP69+/IP69/IP68 ratings along with SGS Gold label five-star certification against drops and impacts. While...
The Redmi 15 5G is the latest addition to the company's budget-oriented number family. It is expected to go on sale in India on August 28. Pricing is set at INR 14,999 for the 6+128GB version, INR 15,999 for the 8+128GB version, and INR 16,999 for the 8+256GB version. We already have a unit in for review and hence can spill most of the details. The new development here is that Xiaomi is launching the Redmi 15 5G as the Redmi 15R in China. Since we are looking at a straight rebrand, the specs are the same. You are looking at a 6.9-inch, FHD+ LCD with a 144Hz refresh rate and display...
The Note Pro series is among Xiaomi's best-selling lineups, and, like clockwork, a new generation is set to launch this month. Redmi General Manager, Wang Teng Thomas, confirmed on social media that the Redmi Note 15 Pro series will be unveiled in China this month. The company official did not reveal an exact launch date, but confirmed that the Note 15 Pro series will offer high-end quality. The lineup is expected to include the Note 15 Pro and Note 15 Pro+. Wang also shared that the Redmi Note lineup has now been shipped to more than 100 countries and was the best-selling...