Seasons source evleaks has just posted what appears to be a genuine Samsung invitation, albeit in Italian, to the company’s forthcoming Unpacked presentation.
The date on the invitation is “22 gennaio 2025.” In English, that is January 22. This date is not technically new; it was leaked only last week. However, the source and content of this recent leak pretty much seals the deal for us.
There could be more to this invitation than just a date confirmation. If you look closely, you will notice that the AI symbol that dominates the invite is actually made up of the corners of four gadgets arranged tightly together.
We were anticipating three smartphones, as is customary with Samsung: the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra. But what might the fourth phone (or device) be?
There have been reports of a Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, with the South Korean manufacturer expected to follow (or rather anticipate) Apple’s trend. However, reports say that it may be released later in the year than the rest of the range, possibly in Q2.
Even said, it is probable that Samsung will provide a small hint at its largest launch event of the year.Especially because the aforementioned reports suggest that the Slim will be a limited edition smartphone designed to test market interest in such a model.
The tipster also shared low-resolution renders of the Galaxy S25 Plus, which appear to confirm what we have already heard. The bezel size has been reduced, and the corners may be slightly less curved, but the overall shape remains familiar.
We also learned that the Galaxy S25 Ultra will feature extremely thin bezels and a less Note-like design.
We’ve learned a lot about the incoming successor to the Nothing Phone 1, which is likely to be the most unusual phone of 2022, over the previous few months. We still didn’t know when we would actually see the phone land, though. Happily, we now are aware.
The official launch date for the appropriately called Nothing Phone 2 is July 11, 2023. On that day, at 11:00 ET, Nothing will broadcast the announcement live on YouTube through its website. See the authorized teaser image down below.
The Nothing Phone 2 launch date is now set in stone.
As with all of its other goods, Nothing uses an animal in its advertising for the Nothing Phone 2. You may recall that the Nothing Phone 1 featured a parrot, the Nothing Ear 2 a rhinoceros beetle, and the Nothing Ear 1 a ladybug. The octopus appears to be the symbol for the Nothing Phone 2 launch date and related marketing materials.
It’s interesting to note that this advertisement features The Glyph, the phone’s backlight, in its revised form. These exactly match the rumored Phone 2 renders that we saw a few weeks back and that Carl Pei dubbed “f a k e.” That render appears to be more accurate than Pei would have us believe.
In either case, on the day of debut, we should learn everything there is to know about the Nothing Phone 2. We already know that it will have a 4,700mAh battery and a Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 CPU. Also, we already know that it will undoubtedly visit the United States. When the Nothing advertising machine ramps up, keep checking back for more verified information that will likely be released daily.
The mysterious Xiaomi Mix 5 is now again a hot topic of conversation after reports about it died down last year. The MIX 5 was supposed to launch in 2022, but for reasons that are still a mystery, that plan was scrapped. But a new source boosted the prospect of a 2023 release, raising hopes for the much awaited gadget.
Popular tipster DCS published a live image on Weibo that was purported to be the Xiaomi MIX 5 in a recent leak. The gadget has a boxy form with symmetrical bezels and an under-display camera, which appears to depart from the typical design language associated with Xiaomi. Intriguingly, the recently unveiled Red Magic 8 Pro gaming smartphone and the MIX 5 look remarkably similar. Given that the antenna lines are in precisely the same locations, it is quite likely that this is a Red Magic 8 Pro upon closer investigation. But on the off chance that this is the real deal, the gadget might have the following specifications.
Specs
The Xiaomi MIX 5 is expected to have outstanding features, according to a live image that tipster DCS posted on Weibo. According to reports, the smartphone has a huge 6.73-inch display with a resolution of 3200 x 1440 pixels, most likely an AMOLED panel. The MIX 5 is expected to include a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC under the hood, along with a huge 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The smartphone is anticipated to include a substantial 4820mAh battery to run all day. The picture also reveals that MIUI 14, which is based on Android 13, will operate on the MIX 5.
Overall, these specifications indicate that the MIX 5 will be a powerful and capable device that could be worth waiting for.
Harware
In the past, it was rumored that the Xiaomi MIX 5 would come with an impressive 200W fast charging capability. It is unclear if this feature will be included in the upgraded version of the device. Furthermore, earlier reports suggested that the MIX 5 would be equipped with a 48MP front-facing camera and a triple-camera setup on the back. This setup was said to consist of a 50MP OIS lens, a 48MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 48MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom. However, there is no official confirmation regarding these camera specifications as of yet. It remains to be seen if the final product will match these rumors or if there will be changes made to the device.
Snoopy Tech, a Twitter tipster, has published a number of documents that appear to be original Samsung docs. The sites add to the previously disclosed material we revealed in the original post below by listing the complete One UI 5.1 changelog.
The information in the tweets below also includes some existing OneUI 5 features, but the new ones are marked with “5.1” next to their description. Features market with the number “1” are those that’ll be exclusive to the Galaxy S23 series, S21 Ultra, Note 20 Ultra, S20 Ultra, Z Fold 4, Z Fold 3, and Z Fold 2.
Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S23 devices with OneUI 5.1 will go on sale. Older Galaxy flagships are also anticipated to receive the new software, although initially, it appears that the Galaxy S23 series will get some special features.
The new OneUI 5.1 features and updates are now clear to us thanks to a thorough leak from WinFuture. Instead of making substantial design modifications, the program will introduce a variety of functional enhancements. The entire OneUI 5.1 changelog has been placed at the end of this article. Let’s discuss some of the most noticeable modifications that the new software is expected to make for the time being.
What’s new?
With OneUI 5.1, the Gallery app is expected to receive the most new features. Now, you may share albums with your loved ones. By utilizing AI to recognize family members’ faces, the app will suggest images to add to your family albums. For what it’s worth, this function is already available in Google Photos. Up to six family members will each receive 5GB of free media storage from Samsung.
Additionally, the Gallery app’s search function is getting more practical. Now, you can look up multiple people at once. Instead of utilizing their tagged names, you may also search for people by looking up their faces.
With the Effects button on the side of the screen in the Camera app, OneUI 5.1 will make it simple to alter the color of selfies. The Advanced menu now makes it simple to use the Expert RAW app as well.
With OneUI 5.1, the AR Emoji Camera also gains greater functionality. Now, you can use Mask mode to take pictures of up to three people and swap out their faces for emojis.
OneUI 5.1 also has a new battery widget. From your home screen, you can check the battery life of your phone and any Galaxy devices that are connected to it, including your Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Buds, and more.
Depending on the phone mode you’ve selected, you can also set alternative backgrounds for the lock screen and home screen. As a result, by selecting several modes, you can have various backdrops for business, sports, and more.
If you’re migrating from an earlier Galaxy or another Android phone, one Galaxy S23-only feature will make it simpler to set up your new phone. By scanning a QR code on your previous device, it uses Bluetooth Low energy to assist you in moving your Wi-Fi networks, Samsung account, and Google account to the new device. According to the source, the Galaxy S23 series will have “AI Restoration,” another new OneUI 5.1 feature. It isn’t specifically mentioned in the changelog, though.
One UI 5.1 features
Camera
Changing the hue for a selfie just got easier: Easily change the hue of your selfies with the Effects button on the side of the screen.
Quick access to Expert RAW: The Expert RAW app allows you to capture high-quality images without any processing or compression, perfect for those who want to edit their photos later. Accessing Expert RAW is now easier from the Advanced menu.
Gallery
Common family album: With Shared Family Album, sharing photos with your family is easier than ever. Gallery recommends photos to add to your shared family album by recognizing your family members’ faces. You also get 5GB of storage per family member (up to 6 people).
Improved handling: Processing automatically removes shadows and reflections to make your photos look great. You can also recreate GIFs for better resolution and clarity.
Convenient information display: If you swipe up when viewing a picture or video in your gallery, you can see at a glance when and where the picture was taken, on which device, where it’s stored, and more.
Search has become more powerful: You can now search for more than one person or item at a time. You can even search for people without tagging their names, just by clicking on their faces.
Choose a location to save screenshots: Now you can save screenshots and screen recordings in a folder of your choice by setting it up in the advanced features.
AR Zone and AR Emoji
Use 3 Emojis in AR Emoji Camera: Take fun photos and videos with friends (up to 3 people) in mask mode. You can replace your friends’ faces with other characters by clicking the emoji.
Layout and editing improvements in AR Doodles: The brushes are now available on the main AR Doodle screen for quicker access. You can also resize and move drawings after you create them, and the new eraser tool lets you erase just a portion of your drawings without completely erasing them.
Widgets
New battery widget: With the new battery widget you can check the battery level of your Galaxy devices. Right from the home screen, you can see how much battery your smartphone, Galaxy Buds, Galaxy Watch and other supported devices have left.
Intuitive weather widget: The new illustration style and a summary of the current weather conditions make it easy to know the weather information, whether it’s sunny, cloudy, raining or snowing.
Modes and Scenarios
Different wallpapers depending on the mode: Set different wallpapers on the lock screen and the home screen depending on your current activities. Choose a background for work, one for sport and more by setting different modes.
More conditions and actions for scenarios: Run scripts automatically when you turn on airplane mode or mobile hotspot. Scripts can now open some apps, adjust left/right audio balance, and more. New actions now let you control Quick Share and touch sensitivity, as well as change the ringtone and font style.
Connectivity
Collaboration in Samsung Notes: Create a shared note that multiple people can edit at the same time. Write a report with colleagues, take notes for a study group, or draw a picture with a friend. The possibilities are endless.
Inviting to shared apps made easy: Now you can easily invite people to shared albums, notes, and calendars using a link that can be shared across apps like messenger, email, and social networks.
Advanced multiple controls between Galaxy Book and smartphone: Now you can use your Galaxy Book’s mouse, keyboard, or trackpad not only with your Galaxy tablet, but also with your Galaxy smartphone. You can easily copy and paste text and drag and drop images from one device to another as if it were the same device.
Media output for WiFi speakers: If you want to continue listening to music on Wi-Fi speakers via Spotify Connect and the built-in Chromecast™, simply open the media output from the quick access toolbar, not the music apps.
Continue surfing on the PC: If you surf the Internet on your smartphone with Samsung Internet and then continue browsing on your PC, you can find the websites you opened on your smartphone and continue browsing them with the PC browser.
Samsung Dex
Improved multitasking in DeX: In split screen mode, you can now drag the splitter in the middle of the screen to resize both windows. You can also snap a window to one of its corners so that it takes up a quarter of the screen.
Settings
Settings suggestions: Suggestions are now displayed at the top of the settings screen, letting you know about useful features to try or settings that need your attention so you can enable or try them right away.
Samsung Internet
Improved search: You can now search by folder name in bookmarks or by group name in tabs. Improved search logic allows you to find what you’re looking for, even if something is misspelled.
Setup Wizard
Faster and easier initial setup of your new Galaxy: If you’re switching to a new Galaxy from a Galaxy or other Android device, simply scan the QR code on your old device to automatically migrate your Wi-Fi networks, Samsung account, and Google account to the new one Device to transfer without typing anything.
Weather
Detailed weather information at a glance: Useful weather information is now displayed on the main screen of the Weather app. You can check severe weather alerts, daily weather reports, hourly precipitation and color temperature charts.
Calls
Bixby text calls: Use Bixby text calls to automatically answer calls and find out the purpose of the call. You’ll see what the caller is saying in a text chat, and you can tap or type replies to have them read aloud to the caller. Bixby text calls are only available in English and Korean.
OneUI 5.1 availability
According to information accidentally put out by Samsung itself, One UI 5.1 would be coming to “flagship models released after Galaxy S20 and Galaxy Z Flip.” This means the update should be headed to the Galaxy S21 series, Galaxy S22 series, and nearly all of Samsung’s foldables, including the Galaxy Z Fold 2, Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Flip 5G, Galaxy Z Flip 3, and Galaxy Z Flip 4.
Since the software will debut with the Galaxy S23 series in February, it should start showing up on older Galaxy phones by March.
The OnePlus 11 is scheduled to be revealed in China on January 4 before going global on February 7 in India. Despite the fact that we have already seen images of the phone, the one and only Evan Blass has added some new shots and information to his Twitter page. Before many of today’s tipsters even knew what a smartphone was, Blass has been providing trustworthy photographs and information about impending products.
According to the tweet, the OnePlus 11 will feature a 6.7-inch AMOLED curved display with a QHD+ resolution of 1440 x 3216. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC will be under the hood with the following configurations offered: 12GB of RAM with 256GB of storage, 16GB of RAM with 256GB of storage, and 16GB of RAM with 512GB of storage. The phones will employ the fastest LPDDR5X RAM chips with UFS 4.0 storage. OnePlus has spared no expense as far as this aspect of the phone is concerned.
The primary camera on the back of the phone will be powered by a 50MP Sony IMX890 sensor. A 48MP ultra-wide camera and a 32MP telephoto lens with a 2x optical zoom are also included in the array. The 16MP front-facing camera is used for selfies and video calls. A 5000mAh battery with a 100W quick charging capacity keeps the lights on. The phone will have an IP54 rating, which will protect it from sporadic sprays of water and dust. Don’t intentionally immerse the phone.
ColorOS 13.0 will be pre-installed on the OnePlus 11 when it is unveiled in China. Its foundation is Android 13. The phone weights 205 grams and is available in Green and Black
Blass’ leak also includes an image showing what will be inside the OnePlus 11 box. Besides the phone, there is a protective cover, a SIM tray pin, a manual, a charger (!), and a USB-C charging cable.
The last several years have seen significant transformation at OnePlus. It has been trying to get into the mass market and has moved away from its image of an enthusiast. In the process, it expanded the number of entry-level and mid-range devices in its inventory and reduced the number of flagship models in its lineup to just one, with the OnePlus 10 Pro taking the top spot in 2022. But that state won’t last forever. In an event that was streamed from New York, the company declared that the OnePlus 10T would be the following premium phone it will deliver this year, with a debut date of August 3.
The decision by OnePlus to produce the T model is a return to a tried-and-true tactic that the company abandoned a few years ago. Up until 2020, OnePlus released two flagship lineups each year, with the T series typically the second, significantly more advanced release. Though there is still a slight quirk, the OnePlus 10T might be a good example of that. There is now only a OnePlus 10 Pro available, thus there isn’t a basic OnePlus 10 to compare the 10T against. Furthermore, it doesn’t appear like the 10T will be a more advanced model of the 10 Pro. Here is everything that is currently known about the OnePlus 10T.
OnePlus 10T design
The Verge has received official pictures from OnePlus, giving us a sneak peek at the device’s appearance before its August 3 launch. With a camera array that gracefully curls into the edge of the phone, it has a very similar form to the OnePlus 10 Pro. Additionally, it appears to have the same sandstone-like back that is as silky smooth as the 10 Pro’s. For better or worse, the 10T does appear to lose the curved screen.
The absence of OnePlus’ iconic tactile alert slider, which has always been a part of the company’s flagship experience, is more intriguing than the alteration in the display. The slider that allows you to switch your ringer from silence to vibration to sound is present on the 10 Pro and earlier models but not on the 10T. It does seem to take up a lot of space, as stated by OnePlus, and also appears to contribute to the structural rigidity of the phone, which is why the company wanted to get rid of it. But for OnePlus, this feels like the end of an era.
Hardware
The details of the specifications are currently unknown. According to the most recent report, the phone should have a 32MP front camera and 6.7-inch 120Hz FHD+ OLED display. Two other cameras—a 2MP macro and a 16MP ultrawide—join the 50MP primary camera on the back. The 10T no longer sports the Hasselblad logo, unlike the 10 Pro. Similar to the removal of the alert slider, OnePlus views this as another cost-cutting strategy to enable other features.
The cutting-edge Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, the quickest Qualcomm processor currently on the market, should be inside. Given that the business earlier seemed to be experimenting with the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, this would seem to be a last-minute modification.
For RAM and storage, the phone is supposed to be equipped with standard 8 and 12GB RAM with 128 and 256GB storage variants, but there could also be a more advanced 16GB RAM version in some markets.
It is almost certain that the alleged 4,800mAh battery can charge at a rate of up to 150W. The OnePlus 10T is believed to lack wireless charging, making it slower than the OnePlus 10 Pro’s 80W charging speed. Additionally, dual speakers and an in-display fingerprint scanner are believed to be included with the OnePlus 10T. Software-wise, OxygenOS 12 for Android is anticipated to run on it. Then, after the official release of Android 13, we would anticipate seeing this phone receive OxygenOS 13 at a later time.
Release date and availability
On August 3, 2022, the OnePlus 10T will be unveiled in New York. If you’re interested in seeing what OnePlus has to offer, tune in to the event because OnePlus will be livestreaming it. It’s safe to presume that the 10T will be sold in the US given that the company has moved its launch event to New York. Comparing this to the OnePlus 10 Pro, which the company initially solely released in China, is likewise a change in approach. Much later, it was made available on overseas markets.
Pricing
In terms of cost, we anticipate the OnePlus 10T to be a little less expensive than the OnePlus 10 Pro. It would be strange if OnePlus charged more for the new member of the series than the top-of-the-line alternative because the company is presenting it as a non-Pro phone. Given the 10 Pro’s $900 asking price, a pricing in the $600–$800 range would seem realistic.
We got our first official look at the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro at Google I/O, and now we’re getting even more due to an early prototype of the Pixel 7 appearing on eBay.
Today, an eBay auction appeared for someone selling what appears to be a Pixel 7 prototype. The listing was pulled down shortly after this item was published, about 1:30 p.m. ET.
The gadget is seen in its black “Obsidian” version, which includes a glossy glass back and the new metal camera bar that Google previously demonstrated. The device also includes a logo that is similar to previous Google prototypes but has been modified.
Because Google has previously shown the Pixel 7’s design, this eBay auction doesn’t reveal much new information, though it does confirm that the Pixel 7 will ditch the matte black frame of the Pixel 6 in favor of a textured metal frame. The mmWave antenna window, which was previously seen in CAD leaks, is also visible.
We can also see the Pixel 7 Pro in the mirror, with its unique camera bar snapping shots of this phone, which is a little amusing.
The listing went on to say that the phone already had Android 13 installed and that “pixel apps were in the development stage.
The only other thing we know from this leak is that the Pixel 7 will have 128GB of storage, as expected.
For as big as Sony is, it’s never been a giant in the world of smartphones. That hasn’t stopped it from releasing new devices for its audience of devoted fans. A week after spotting renders showing off the Sony Xperia 1 IV, we’re getting a new look at another phone on its way from the company, in all its bezel-ful glory.
These renders, courtesy of OnLeaks and Zoutons, show the future Xperia 10 IV with a familiar appearance. With a tall and thin 6-inch flat OLED display and those nostalgia-inducing bezels on the chin and forehead, the new phone looks a lot like the Xperia 10 III before it. Although they aren’t as large as they once were, they are still a far cry from the elegant, fullscreen displays found on handsets like the Galaxy S22 Ultra.
The phone’s back is quite plain, featuring a triple camera array, an LED flash, and the Sony Xperia branding. It also has a fingerprint sensor on the side, a 3.5mm headphone connection on the top — rejoice, wired headphones fans — and a USB-C port on the bottom. There are two front-firing speakers.
Despite its numerous similarities to the Xperia 10 III, the Xperia 10 IV has a few exterior differences. There’s no distinct Google Assistant button, for example – barely a miss, given that there are so many methods to access Assistant these days that a physical control feels extraneous. However, a shutter button, similar to the one found on the Xperia 1 series, would have been a great substitute. When it comes to differences, the frame is likely the most evident. Sony appears to be following the lead of Samsung and Apple, since the Xperia 10 IV has flat edges rather than rounded ones.
Sony’s upcoming Xperia 10 IV will likely have a Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 chipset under the hood, paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage on the base model. It’ll be powered by a 4000mAh cell and come in Black, White, Mint Green, and Berry Blue colors. Pricing and launch info are still up in the air, but the new smartphone is expected to hit the markets in mid-2022.
It’s no secret that Xiaomi is about to announce a new flagship phone series – like, “in a matter of hours” soon. Prior to their introduction this week, the Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro have been leaked in great detail – we know how they’ll appear and what specs they’ll have. We got a look at a few videos and press renders of the Xiaomi 12 a few days ago. As the phone’s entire spec sheet becomes public, we’re now focusing on the larger Pro model.
The information first leaked on Chinese microblogging site Weibo, before leaker SnoopyTech posted the device’s specifications on Twitter. There are a few distinctions between the Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro and its lower-end brother, and they are immediately evident. The Mi 11 and Mi 11 Pro both featured identically sized panels, but the Xiaomi 12 breaks the mold: the Pro will have a 6.73-inch display, while the normal model will have a 6.28-inch panel, as we already discovered.
Other specifications are consistent with earlier reports, leaks, and Xiaomi’s official statements. Instead of a 108MP rear triple camera arrangement, we’ll get a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC and a 50MP triple camera setup on the back. The battery will be 4,600mAh, down from 5,000mAh in the 11 series, but we’ll have significantly faster charging speeds this time around, with 120W cable charging and 50W wireless charging capabilities.
The pricing, which is indicated in the spec sheet as 9,999 yuan, may or may not be correct (and it would be a shame if it were). Since that works up to nearly $1,500, it’s been suggested that this could be a placeholder.
Pricing will presumably closer to what the 11 series went for, and we’ll hopefully have more details soon, with plans to announce the phone on December 28.
We’re only a few months away from the next launch of the OnePlus flagship, but that definitely hasn’t dissuaded a sea of leaks from pouring out and giving away almost all the OnePlus 9 needs to know. PhoneArena recently released a bunch of pictures of the regular OnePlus 9, entering the leak spree, giving us a better idea of what the final version would look like.
The OnePlus 9 does not look all that distinct from the 8T in these purported images of a prototype unit from the front and sides. You get the same hole-punch positioned to the top-left corner of the monitor and no headphone jack is found again. The display seems to have slightly more rounded corners, but given the low quality of these pictures, it’s hard to be certain.
What’s really changed is the phone’s back. The camera lenses further stick out of the already protruding housing and have a metal ring encircling them, possibly just for aesthetics and to mimic recent iPhones. However, the arrangement looks closer to the Oppo Reno4 Pro, including the ‘Ultra Shot’ branding, which seems like the OnePlus take on Oppo’s ‘Ultra Steady.’ This is likely since both sister companies often share their underlying device development platforms.
The OnePlus 9 5G is also expected to have a 16MP camera on the front, while the main camera will have a 48MP sensor on the front (even though the on-device specs tell a different tale). Some phone screenshots point to the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chip and an 8/128GB memory/storage setup, with likely more options on the cards. With the newly redesigned OxygenOS 11 running on top, the phone will run Android 11. In both the resolution and refresh rate, the display will continue to measure 6.55-inches, matching its predecessor.
These images are closely associated with the CAD renders we saw as part of a separate leak earlier. At this point, we expect OnePlus to add another phone, the OnePlus 9E, which sounds like a step down from the regular 9, to its main flagship lineup.
A previous report suggested that OnePlus could opt for an early release, moving up to March from its usual timeframe of May, which would probably be a move intended to counter Samsung’s earlier Galaxy S21 launch.
