Android

IQOO 12 Legend Edition Review: A Sporty Exterior Hints at the Power Inside

IQOO stands for “I Quest On and On.” Though this emerging Vivo smartphone sub-brand may be unfamiliar to those in the U.S., it’s earning a reputation for combining flagship chipsets with smartphones that emphasize mobile gaming. The iQOO 12 Legend Edition adds a sporty twist to premium styling that will appeal to minimalist design fans as it’s a powerful daily driver with few compromises. Although the iQOO brand is aimed at users in Asia, Europe, and Australia, by the end of this review, I think you’ll agree that it’s too bad iQOO hasn’t yet set its sights on the States.

News

MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Is the First Premium-Tier Smartphone SoC with Full Generative AI Support

In a move that could redefine the smartphone game, MediaTek has just dropped the Dimensity 8300, a powerhouse chipset destined for premium 5G smartphones. Forget picking between accessibility and top-tier experiences because you can have it all with the MediaTek Dimensity 8300!

Gear Bits

Qualcomm Brings More Power and Smarts to the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 Platform

Qualcomm knows not everyone is going to run out and pick up the latest flagship devices. Maybe you’re more budget-aware, or you just don’t need the absolute latest and greatest. You still deserve a phenomenal phone experience, and Qualcomm has you covered with the new Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 Mobile Platform.

News

The Powerful and Intelligent MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Is Set to Be a Game-Changing Flagship Chipset for Android Smartphones

The MediaTek Dimensity 9300 chipset has just been announced, and it’s ready to disrupt everything we thought we knew about Android smartphone processing. This flagship boasts an “All Big Core” design that promises to revolutionize how we experience Android devices and smartphones in the future. Not only does All Big Core deliver exceptional performance, but it also promises an unparalleled user experience, whether you’re into gaming, video capture, or on-device generative AI processing.

Gear Bits

OPPO and Qualcomm Have Some Exciting Plans for the Future!

Qualcomm has announced some pretty exciting stuff this week, and OPPO has wasted no time letting us know their plans to utilize the new smartphones, watches, and augmented reality platforms!

Gear Bits

Qualcomm Brings More Brains, More Power, and More AI with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, X Elite, and Seamless!

It’s been a slow process, but the Internet of Things is finally paying off, and suddenly, it feels like everything has an internet connection and a smart assistant. Everyone loves it when their cutting board has an app to critique their knife skills, but it does mean your phone has to do a lot more heavy lifting, and the brains and brawn behind that come from Qualcomm!

Reviews

OnePlus Open Review: The Best Foldable Smartphone Available in the U.S. Also Happens to Be the Most Affordable

It’s only been a few weeks since my review of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, which included a comparison of the Z Fold5 to the Google Pixel Fold. With the launch of the OnePlus Open, we now have a third 2023 full-size foldable to explore. Finally, we are getting real U.S. market competition in this exciting smartphone-to-tablet category! Offering impressive specs that include highly capable cameras, the largest foldable inner and main displays in their class, 16GB RAM, 512GB storage, and the current top-of-the-line Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform, the Open offers more for less with little compromise.

Gear Bits

The OnePlus Open Is Here! Join Michael Josh Villanueva and Me for an Open Table Talk After the Launch Event

Good morning! I’m in Ft. Worth today with Michael Josh Villanueva of GadgetMatch and Marcel Campos of OnePlus for an Open Table Talk following the OnePlus launch event in India. In advance of my full review, which will be posting in the next day or two, you can join us to learn more about this exciting new US foldable and enter to win your own!

Reviews

Oppo Find N3 Flip Review: Flipping Samsung the Bird

Back in 2019, Motorola ushered the era of the folding flip phone with the nostalgia-infused (but ultimately flawed) Moto Razr. The next year, the company followed suit with the Moto Razr 5G, and Samsung refined the idea with its Galaxy Z Flip and Z Flip 5G. But it wasn’t until Samsung launched the Galaxy Z Flip3 in 2021 that the folding flip design finally gelled.

Reviews

AT&T Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Review: Is the OG of Foldables Still the Best Choice?

This year marks a significant shift for Samsung, a company with five generations of the Z Fold series under its belt. What sets this year apart is the emergence of new competitors in the US market, with the Google Pixel Fold already making its presence felt and an upcoming OnePlus foldable on the horizon. With these fresh contenders in the arena, the question naturally arises: Now that the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 isn’t necessarily the only choice, is it still the best choice for someone who wants a phone that can unfold into a tablet?

Events, News

UPDATED: At IFA, the Honor Magic V2 Impressed As the V Purse Concept Raised Eyebrows and Questions

During their keynote titled “Unfold Tomorrow,” CEO George Zhao introduced the Honor Magic V2 as the brand’s slimmest and lightest inward-foldable smartphone. Not content to announce only one impressive new foldable at IFA, Zhao then segued to the Honor V Purse. This outward-foldable smartphone concept was described as blurring the lines between technology and fashion. While the Magic V2 seems like the natural progression for Honor’s foldable line, the V Purse concept (if ever made) will be a tougher sell that begs answers to many immediate questions.

Gear Bits, Events

The Promising OPPO Find N3 Flip Is Now on Pre-Sale in China and Coming Soon to Global Markets

Hey, are you on the hunt for a flip phone that’s not only compact but also folds like a champ? Well, guess what? The OPPO Find N3 Flip might just be your dream come true! Freshly announced today and already up for pre-sale in China, it won’t be long before they spill the beans on when the rest of the world can get in on the action.

Gear Bits, Events

TLC 40 NXTPAPER Series Brings Paper-Like Experience and Eye-Care Technology to Its Two Newest Smartphones

TCL has made some really impressive phones that punch well above their category. They’re budget devices loaded with eye-popping screens and excellent cameras. Now TCL is adding a new angle to what makes their phones great by combining it with a different area of screen expertise — NXTPAPER’s paper-like screens on the TLC 40 NXTPAPER Series!

Gear Bits

Unleashing the Power of the Meta Llama 2 LLM: MediaTek Boosts On-Device Generative AI for Edge Devices

The next big thing is always around the corner in the tech world, and artificial intelligence is the newest and most exciting innovation. Sure, AI can power ChatGPT and other engines, but it can also make devices more efficient, learn our habits to adjust our tech to meet our needs, and even improve everything from emailing to photography. MediaTek is looking to help boost that to the next level with their partnership with Meta, Facebook’s parent company, to use the Meta Llama 2 LLM (Large Language Model) to bring on-device generative AI to our pockets and homes.

Gear Bits

Get a Google Pixel Fold from Verizon, and Enjoy the Savings

If you’re a fan of Google Pixel devices, as I am, and you’re curious about their first folding device, you’re going to want to check out these deals on the Pixel Fold from Verizon. I’ve had the 512GB version in Obsidian for a couple of weeks, and I really like it!

Gear Bits

Enjoy Fun and Entertainment at the NYC Samsung Galaxy Experience Space from July 26th Through August 20th

Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event is coming up on July 26th, and to celebrate, Samsung is bringing back its Galaxy Experience Space in locations around the world, including one at 50 W 34th St in Herald Square in New York, which will run from Wednesday, July 26th and running through Sunday, August 20th.

Gear Bits, Game Diary

OnePlus 11 5G X Genshin Impact Custom Gift Box Looks Like the Perfect Gift for Genshin Fans

If you haven’t yet upgraded to the OnePlus 11 5G and are a Genshin Impact fan, your wait has paid off. For just $50 more than the regular price of the OnePlus 11, on July 21st, you can order the OnePlus 11 5G X Genshin Impact Custom Gift Box. This limited collectible will only be available in an edition of 1000, so you’ll likely have to act fast to score one!

Gear Bits

MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ Makes 5G Even More Affordable

Connectivity isn’t just about being able to post fun selfies on Instagram. It’s a lifeline to a world that’s become increasingly digital. So it’s become incredibly important to offer 5G at every phone level, whether the budget line or the ultimate flagship. MediaTek aims to bring 5G to the masses, and they’re getting one step closer with the new MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ series!

Reviews

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G Review: A Powerful Phone with an Excellent Camera

We’re in an era where there’s a plethora of phone options, especially for Android phones. If you need a bigger screen, a sharper camera, or a more pocketable device, there’s one out there to fit your criteria. We had the chance to test the new Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G, and the camera blew us away!

Gear Bits

Qualcomm Brings Powerful Speed and Visuals with Snapdragon 4 Gen 2!

We depend on our phones for so much, and the baseline expectation of what you expect just keeps getting higher. Luckily, Qualcomm is ready to keep up with the demand, and they’re consistently refining their Snapdragon platform, from the highest flagships to everyday devices. Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 is coming to bring the power to more budget-friendly devices worldwide!

Reviews

OnePlus Nord N30 5G Review: At $300, It’s an Excellent, Budget-Friendly Smartphone Choice

The OnePlus Nord series is known for mid-range smartphones that deliver better-than-expected cameras, impressive performance for their class, vibrant displays with fast refresh rates, ample RAM, and features that are generally found on more expensive models; the new OnePlus Nord N30 5G is no exception. The unlocked N30 features a refined slab style, a 108-megapixel main camera, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G processor, 8GB RAM (adjustable to 16GB), 128GB user memory, a 5,000mAh battery, and more for just $299.99. Read on to see if this might be a good choice for you.

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