Samsung’s Galaxy S22 Ultra cameras might not up the megapixel ante

by dbadmin | Jul 6, 2021 | Android, News, Phones, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy S

Credit: David Imel / Android Authority A leaker claims the Galaxy S22 Ultra will stick with a 108MP sensor for its main camera. Samsung would instead focus on a third-generation camera with improved performance. Past rumors have hinted at a continuous-zoom periscope...

Nokia might release a long-awaited 5G flagship smartphone later this year

by dbadmin | Jul 5, 2021 | 5G, Android, Harmony OS, HMD Global, News, Nokia, Phones

A Nokia manager said that a 5G flagship smartphone would launch by November 11. He didn’t say what the device would entail. Rumors suggest it might be a 9 PureView sequel, or even run Harmony OS. To say HMD Global’s Nokia brand is overdue for a new flagship phone...

The PHANTOM X might just be a work of art

by dbadmin | Jul 2, 2021 | Phones, Promoted

It’s not easy to break into the Android smartphone realm these days. The premium competition is tight, and the mid-range market is just as loaded with options. Now, TECNO is bringing a new option to the table with hopes of bridging the gap — the PHANTOM X. PHANTOM is...

Get a close look at Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 3 through a leaked video

by dbadmin | Jun 30, 2021 | Android, Foldable Phones, News, Phones, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip

Credit: Evan Blass / Twitter A leak has provided video of the Galaxy Z Flip 3. The footage shows Samsung’s foldable from most angles, including its larger external screen. Samsung is rumored to launch the phone sometime in August. You might not have to settle for...

Oppo’s virtual memory gives your phone more breathing room

by dbadmin | Jun 30, 2021 | Android, BBK, News, Oppo, Phones, Software Update

Credit: Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority Oppo is adding virtual RAM support to Reno 5 series phones. The approach temporarily turns up to 7GB of storage into temporary memory when your physical RAM runs low. Oppo’s sibling brand Vivo uses this feature, but not as...

More Android phones in the US will use Google Messages by default

by dbadmin | Jun 30, 2021 | Android, AT&T, Messaging Apps, News, Phones

Credit: David Imel / Android Authority AT&T is making Google Messages the default chat app for all its Android phones. The move could help boost RCS messaging in the US. Google Messages — and crucially, RCS — is about to get a big boost in the US. Google has...