Canalys: Global smartphone shipments expected to return to growth in 2024

As 2023 slowly comes to an end, Canalys issued a forecast report that looks at the estimated global smartphone shipments for this year and the following four years. The good news for vendors is that 2023 will see some recovery in markets like Latin America (2%), Africa (3%) and the Middle East (9%) with an […]

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Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 is on the way but it isn’t what you expected

According to a new post from Digital Chat Station on Weibo, Qualcomm is developing a new chipset, the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, which carries model number SM7550. The tipster has also posted specifications of the upcoming SoC. The leak claims that the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 has 1x prime core clocked at 2.63GHz,  3x high […]

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12.9-Inch iPad Pro With Mini-LED Display Expected to Be Discontinued Next Year

Apple plans to discontinue the 12.9-inch iPad Pro with mini-LED backlighting in 2024, according to a recent report from Taiwanese research firm TrendForce, suggesting that the tablet will not remain in the lineup for a reduced price following the launch of the rumored 13-inch iPad Pro with an OLED display next year. TrendForce: The shipment […]

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Apple Expected to Update Entire iPad Lineup Next Year

Apple plans to update its entire iPad lineup throughout 2024, according to Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman. This means new models of the iPad Pro, iPad Air, iPad mini, and entry-level iPad can be expected to launch next year. Gurman touched on the lack of new iPads and AirPods heading into the holiday shopping season in the […]

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Another report confirms Galaxy S24 is launching sooner than expected

A few rumors have claimed that Samsung will launch the Galaxy S24 earlier than usual, and it looks like it is indeed the case. A new report originating from South Korea claims to confirm that Samsung will launch its next-generation flagship smartphone series in January 2024 to make up for the sluggish performance of its […]

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Apple Event Live Blog: New iMac, MacBook Pro, and More Expected

Last Updated: Monday October 30, 2023 10:52 am PDT by Jordan Golson Apple’s “Scary Fast” event kicks off today at the unusual time of 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, and we’re expecting to see the debut of the M3 family of Apple silicon chips with updated iMac and MacBook Pro models and perhaps some other announcements. […]

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New Magic Mouse With USB-C Port Expected at Apple Event Next Week

Apple will likely announce new versions of its Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse, and Magic Trackpad for the Mac at its “Scary Fast” event on Monday, October 30, according to a report today from Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman. The updated accessories are expected to be equipped with USB-C ports instead of Lightning ports for charging. The accessories […]

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Apple announces “Scary fast” event for October 30, new Macs expected

Apple has just announced that it’s holding a launch event next Monday, on October 30. That’s the day before Halloween, and the company couldn’t help tie the two together: the event tagline is “Scary fast”. A very reliable source recently predicted the late October timeframe for Apple next Mac-focused event, and so this is that. […]

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Samsung expected to release One UI 6 stable update by next week

Samsung has been running a beta program for the Android 14-based One UI 6 for some time now, and it could finally release the stable version of its latest custom Android skin by next week. A moderator of the Samsung Members community has said that this is the last week for the One UI 6 […]

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No New Macs or iPads Expected to Launch for Remainder of 2023

Apple is unlikely to release any new Macs or iPads for the remainder of 2023, according to a series of predictions shared in recent weeks by analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Macs Last month, Kuo said Apple was unlikely to release any new MacBooks with the M3 chip this year. All existing MacBook Air and MacBook Pro […]

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As demand for iPhone 15 is weaker than expected, Apple could change strategy next year

A few days ago, a research report from Bloomberg claimed that the iPhone 15 isn’t selling as well as the iPhone 14. Now, Jeff Pu, an analyst at Haitong International Securities, says the same thing about the sales of the iPhone 15 (via 9to5Google), suggesting that Apple might be in trouble. Along with it, Jeff […]

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iPhone 16 Pro Expected to Support ‘5G Advanced’ With Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X75 Modem

Apple’s next-generation iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will be equipped with Qualcomm’s latest cellular modem, according to technology analyst Jeff Pu, enabling faster and more power efficient 5G connectivity for the devices. In a research note this week with investment firm Haitong International Securities, Pu said the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone […]

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Apple Event Live Blog: iPhone 15, New Apple Watch Models, and More Expected

Last Updated: Tuesday September 12, 2023 8:48 am PDT by Jordan Golson Apple’s “Wonderlust” event kicks off today at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time, where we’re expecting to see the iPhone 15 lineup, updated Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 models, a USB-C case update for AirPods Pro, and perhaps some other announcements. […]

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‘iPhone 15 Pro Max’ Name Reportedly Confirmed, ‘iPhone 15 Ultra’ Not Expected This Year

Apple’s highest-end iPhone this year will be named iPhone 15 Pro Max, instead of iPhone 15 Ultra, according to a report on Friday from Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman. The other devices in the lineup will include the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, and iPhone 15 Pro. Gurman himself previously reported that Apple has considered Ultra branding […]

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11-Inch and 13-Inch iPad Pro Models With OLED Displays Expected to Launch in Mid 2024

Apple plans to release new 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Pro models with OLED displays in mid to late 2024, according to a report today from DigiTimes, citing supply chain sources. The report indicates that some Apple suppliers have already started to expand their touchscreen panel capacity to prepare for the launch. The report claims that […]

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iPhone 15 Pro Expected Next Week With These 12 New Features

Apple is expected to unveil four new iPhone 15 models at its event on Tuesday, September 12, and the devices will likely be available to pre-order starting Friday, September 15. All four models are rumored to be equipped with a USB-C port and the Dynamic Island, while many additional features are expected for the Pro […]

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Upcoming USB-C AirPods Pro Not Expected to Include Any Other Hardware Changes

Apple plans to update AirPods Pro with a USB-C charging case during its “Wonderlust” iPhone 15 event on Tuesday, September 12, but no other hardware changes to the earbuds are expected, according to Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman. Writing in his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman says he believes Apple will eventually add USB-C ports to […]

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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra expected with an upgraded 200MP main sensor

Another day, another Galaxy S24 Ultra leak. The tip comes from the notorious Ice Universe on X and suggests that the Galaxy S24 Ultra will offer an upgraded 200MP main camera. The new shooter will likely be the 200MP ISOCELL HP25X – an upgraded version of the current ISOCELL HP2. The new sensor will retain […]

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Meizu 21 series to arrive earlier than expected with SD 8 Gen 3 and RGB ring flash

In a now-deleted post on Weibo, well-known tipster Digital Chat Station has revealed some details regarding the upcoming Meizu 21 lineup. The Geely-owned company is busy developing its car infotainment system called Flyme Auto alongside its flagship phone series and it’s going to be a busy 2024 year for Meizu. In fact, the company recently […]

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Apple Announces ‘Wonderlust’ Event Expected to Feature iPhone 15, Apple Watch Series 9 and More

Apple today announced plans to hold a special event on Tuesday, September 12 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time. Like last year, the event will take place at the Steve Jobs Theater on the Apple Park campus in Cupertino, California. While the event is expected to be prerecorded, Apple is inviting members of the media to […]

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