Mobile
Samsung’s M14 OLED Panels to Feature in Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro/Pro Max and Google’s Pixel 9
July 02, 2024 – According to a report by ETNews, a Korean media outlet, both Apple and Google are set to adopt Samsung’s cutting-edge “M14” OLED display panels in their flagship devices launching later this year. The report states that the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will be the first to feature…
North America No Longer Leading Global Smartphone Replacement Rates in 2024, According to TechInsights
July 01, 2024 – Since the advent of the iPhone in 2007, North America has led the world in smartphone replacement rates. However, a notable decline has been observed since 2012, with rates finally leveling off in 2019 to match those of other regions. According to recent research conducted by the TechInsights smartphone team, a…
HMD’s Barbie-Themed Flip Phone Set for July 8 Release at 107.9 Euros, Retailer Reveals
July 01, 2024 – In an unexpected turn of events, HMD Global, the Finnish mobile device manufacturer, has sparked renewed interest in the functional phone market with its collaboration with toy giant Mattel. The partnership, first teased at MWC 2024 earlier this year, has now materialized into the announcement of a limited edition “Barbie”-themed flip…
Apple Claims iPhone Retains Value at Least 40% Higher than Android
June 28, 2024 –Apple Reveals Staggering iPhone Resale Value, Outperforming Android by 40%. Apple, in a newly released whitepaper, has underscored the remarkable resale value of its iPhone models, claiming that they outperform Android devices by at least 40% in terms of depreciation. This gap widens significantly as the iPhone models age, further distancing themselves…
Apple Unveils Revolutionary Technology for Simplified iPhone 16 Battery Replacement
June 28, 2024 –Apple Develops New Technology to Facilitate iPhone Battery Replacement in Line with EU Directive. In response to the European Union’s (EU) recent legislation mandating smartphone manufacturers to ensure batteries are easily replaceable by users using standard tools by 2025, Apple is exploring a novel technology to simplify the battery replacement process for…
Retro Reimagined: HMD Skyline G2 Unveils Lumia 1020-Inspired ‘Oreo’ Camera Design
June 28, 2024 –HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, is poised to introduce two new smartphones under the Skyline/G2 series, drawing inspiration from the iconic Lumia design era. Based on recently leaked renders, the front of these devices will embrace the Fabula aesthetic that was synonymous with Nokia Lumia devices. Today, exclusive information from…
Exclusive Sneak Peek: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 & Flip6 Renders Unveiled, Starting at AUD 1,799
June 28, 2024 –In an unexpected move, Australian retailer Harvey Norman briefly published product pages for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6 smartphones, including color options, renders, and pricing details before promptly taking them down. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 The Galaxy Z Fold6, Samsung’s latest flagship foldable phone, is set to…
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 Pink Variant Render Leaked: Launch Set for July 10th
June 28, 2024 –Samsung Electronics has confirmed that it will host its highly anticipated Galaxy Unpacked event in Paris on July 10th, where the latest additions to its foldable smartphone lineup, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6, are expected to make their grand debut. Enthusiasts worldwide are eagerly awaiting the reveal, as…
Samsung Eyes Collaboration with MediaTek as Exynos 2500 Faces Yield Challenges
June 27, 2024 – Recent reports from South Korean media FNN indicate that Samsung Electronics is facing significant challenges with the production of its Exynos 2500 chip. Due to low yield rates that are currently below the requirements for mass production, the tech giant is exploring alternative options, including a potential collaboration with MediaTek to…
Apple Embarks on iPhone Production Automation Journey after Foxconn Halt: Assembly Workers Cut by 50%, Full Replacement Still a Challenge
June 25, 2024 – Following the production halt at Foxconn in 2022, Apple has been aggressively pursuing factory automation, resulting in a significant reduction of up to 50% in the number of employees on iPhone assembly lines, according to a report published by tech media outlet The Information on June 24th. The report revealed that…