2025 seems like the year of open wear stereo (OWS) earbuds. Just about every brand released a pair, and we’re now ready to give you a tour and our first impressions of the recently announced Realme Buds Clip. But why did these type of buds go mainstream? It mostly comes down to how they fit. The way earbuds fit your ears is arguably the most important factor to consider when picking out a new pair. While traditional buds go with the tried and tested silicone eartip approach, our ears come with their own unique shape, and there’s no way to manufacture a one-size-fits-all. Plenty of...
We asked for your opinion on the best Android skin last week, and the results are in. Samsung’s One UI received 41% of all votes, making it the clear-cut winner. Google’s Pixel UI comes in a distant second with 20% of all votes and is the only other option with a double-digit share. From there on, your votes determined custom ROMs as the third best option. We’re surprised by this development as the custom ROM sphere has generally been on the decline in the last few years. Still, custom ROMs like LineageOS are a great option for older devices, allowing you to run newer versions of...
Back in October, tipster Digital Chat Station shared specs of a compact OnePlus smartphone, said to arrive in the first half of 2026. Now, DCS has shared the specs of the OnePlus 15T, which will feature a 6.3" 165Hz screen of 1.5K resolution with a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint scanner embedded. The OnePlus 15T will have a metal frame and pack a battery with a capacity of at least 7,000 mAh. The smartphone will sport a telephoto camera on the rear, and DCS said that one of the accessories sold by OnePlus for the 15T will be a white/gray magnetic snap-on case. Furthermore, DCS stated that...
Back in October, tipster Digital Chat Station shared specs of a compact OnePlus smartphone, said to arrive in the first half of 2026. Now, DCS has shared the specs of the OnePlus 15T, which will feature a 6.3" 165Hz screen of 1.5K resolution with a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint scanner embedded. The OnePlus 15T will have a metal frame and pack a battery with a capacity of at least 7,000 mAh. The smartphone will sport a telephoto camera on the rear, and DCS said that one of the accessories sold by OnePlus for the 15T will be a white/gray magnetic snap-on case. Furthermore, DCS stated that...
Redmi's Note 15 series has arrived on the global stage, and as you'd expect, it's a bit confusing. You've got the Redmi Note 15, the Redmi Note 15 5G, the Redmi Note 15 Pro, the Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G (the star of this article), and the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G. We have all five phones at the office and will bring you the full coverage, including unboxing, a full review, videos, and more! Let's unbox the Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G, and then we'll explore how it differs from the non-5G Pro. The phone ships with a full retail package. You get a 45W charger, a USB-A to USB-C cable, a grey silicone case,...
The holiday season continues and so do the deals. If you plan to buy a new phone for yourself or as a gift, there are some good deals on Amazon US to check out. Outside of Amazon US, the official Samsung US online store is also offering big discounts on the Galaxy S25 lineup as well as the Galaxy Z Fold7. The Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and the Galaxy S25 Ultra are available with up to a $560 discount. Samsung Galaxy S25 $125 off Read our review 12GB/128GB - $700 at...
Oppo's Reno15 series currently includes three smartphones - Reno15, Reno15 Pro, and Reno15c. There have been rumors about the Reno15 Pro Max, and now we are hearing about the Reno15 Pro Mini, which is tipped to launch in India this month or in January. The source also claims that the Reno15 Pro Mini will be powered by the Dimensity 8450 SoC and pack a 6.32" 120Hz flat OLED display with 1.5K resolution. Oppo Reno15 Pro The Reno15 Pro Mini will be IP69-rated and support 80W wired charging. It will also support wireless charging, but we don't know how fast it will be. For...
The Huawei Mate X7 is now an international phone. It's available in White, Black, and this lovely Nebula Red color. You get the one configuration, but it's a solid 16/512GB. The price is €2,099, a bit more than similar phones like the Honor Magic V5 (€1,599). For the price, you get a solid retail experience. You get a USB-A to USB-C cable, a 66W charger, and a case with a detachable kickstand. The Nebula Red model we have here has a vegan leather finish, just like the Black model. The Brokade White model's rear panel has a woven brocade finish, essentially a textured layer made up of...
If you’re planning to buy a new smartphone and want it delivered before Christmas, this list is worth checking out. We’ve rounded up some attractive deals on Google Pixel phones on Amazon UK, which include generous price cuts along with free gifts. The online seller is also offering discounts on several Xiaomi and Poco phones. The Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and the Pixel 10 Pro Fold have received discounts on Amazon UK. Alongside, customers will also receive freebies. You can get the Pixel Buds 2a with the Pixel 10, and the Pixel Watch 3 with the 10 Pro XL and the 10 Pro Fold. ...
Motorola is the official smartphone partner of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which begins on June 11 and will be hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the US. To celebrate that partnership, Motorola could launch a special FIFA edition of a Razr smartphone, whose image was shared by leakster Evan Blass. This FIFA edition Razr smartphone, pictured below, features the signature Motorola logo on its back panel, with the FIFA World Cup 2026 logo below it. The cover display has two horizontally aligned cameras in the top-left corner, joined by a flash. We don't yet know the official marketing name or...