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AI Pushes High-End Mobile From SoCs To Multi-Die

Advanced packaging is becoming a key differentiator for the high end of the mobile phone market, enabling higher performance, more flexibility, and faster time to market than systems on chip. Monolithic SoCs likely will remain the technology of choice for low-end and midrange mobile devices because of their form factor, proven record, and lower cost.

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vivo Y04e surfaces in the Google Play Console, has some specs revealed

vivo launched the Y04 back in February, and it was released in March, and now it seems like the brand is working on a slight variation based upon it. Ladies and gentlemen, meet the vivo Y04e, now spotted in the Google Play Console, which means it’s coming very soon. It looks just like the Y04,

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Kanawha County BOE begins discussion about new cell phone policy

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Kanawha County Board of Education has started its round of conversations surrounding a new cell phone policy within schools across the county. Governor Patrick Morrisey signed a bill into law in April that mandates county school boards to develop policies for the 2025-2026 school year to limit the use of electronic

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Nothing Phone (3) in for review

We did a quick hands-on with the Nothing Phone (3) at its unveiling, but now we have the retail unit in the office and ready for review! So let’s unbox it! The Nothing Phone (3) ships with a USB cable, a SIM ejector tool, and a transparent case. The phone comes in black and white

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Samsung unveils new security features built into One UI 8

Samsung today announced a new suite of security and privacy updates that will be available in One UI 8 based on Android 16. The company also very strongly hinted at the fact that the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7 will be the first handsets to launch running Android 16 with One UI 8 on

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Xiaomi 16 grabs a certification on its way to launch

The Xiaomi 16 has been rumored to launch in China by the end of September, right after Qualcomm unveils the chipset that will be powering it. The phone has now received the EEC certification, ahead of its global launch. It’s unclear when that will take place – its predecessor was introduced to international markets this

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Samsung Galaxy S25 FE to have a flagship display

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S25 FE will have a flagship display feature, unlike its predecessor from last year. According to a new report out of Samsung’s home of South Korea, the company has decided to use a flexible OLED panel for the S25 FE. These are more expensive than rigid OLED panels, and thus are generally

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Samsung Galaxy Watch8 and Watch8 Classic promo images leak

Samsung is holding its next Unpacked event on Wednesday, where it’s widely expected to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7, along with the Galaxy Watch8 and Watch8 Classic. Now, these two watches have been leaked in a couple of official-looking promo images. As you can see, they confirm the oft-rumored switch to a squircle

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How To Avoid Watered Down Keurig Coffee

D3sign/Getty Images If you’re a true coffee snob (err, connoisseur), you might spend half your morning tinkering to get the right water temperature, grind, and bloomĀ to achieve the perfect pour-over. If you can’t be bothered, like me, then you’re probably all about K-Cups instead. These handy little

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Here’s how much Nothing’s CMF Watch Pro 3 is rumored to cost

Nothing’s more affordable sub-brand CMF is apparently readying a new smartwatch. This will be called CMF Watch Pro 3 and will obviously be the successor to the CMF Watch Pro 2, which made its debut last year. The CMF Watch Pro 3 is rumored to cost €99 in the Eurozone, as you can see in

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TikTok is apparently developing a new app for the US market

TikTok is reportedly working on developing a separate app just for the US market, in order to comply with the country’s legislation requiring it to either sell its business in the US or face a ban. The new app is allegedly going to be released on September 5, and US TikTok users will have to

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Realme 15 Pro render leaks

Realme started teasing the 15 and 15 Pro at the end of June, and today a purported render depicting the latter has been leaked. Interestingly, it kind of looks more similar to the Realme 14 than the 14 Pro it’s replacing, which had a circular camera island. Speaking of which, the 14 Pro arrived back

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Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ unboxing and hands-on

We just received the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ and that means we get to do an unboxing. The Spark 40 Pro+ comes with the full package – you get a nice case with MagSafe-esque magnets for MagSafe and Qi2 chargers, a USB-A to USB-C cable, a SIM tool, and a 45W charger.

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An Updated Guide to Valencia, Spain’s Specialty-Coffee Scene

Known for its beaches and laid-back rhythm, Valencia has quietly emerged as a force in Spain’s coffee scene. After two years away, we’re back with more cafĆ©s worth visiting in the coastal city. BY ISABELLE MANIBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by Chimo Garcia-Menacho de Vargas, courtesy of Valencia is Coffee Blending local charm with international

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Google Store now prominently highlighting ā€˜Fi Wireless’

The Google Store in the US is now getting a prominent promotion for ā€œFi Wirelessā€ alongside Pixel phones. ā€œFi Wirelessā€ appears between ā€œPhonesā€ and ā€œEarbudsā€ in the Google Store top bar (on desktop) or hamburger menu (on mobile).Ā The actual ā€œPixel and Google Fi Wireless make a great pairā€ page has been around for some time.Ā Ā 

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Qualcomm now has two new binned versions of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3

You read that right, Qualcomm’s 2023 flagship chipset – the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 has two new versions. New might be a relative term here, as both are binned versions of the original chip with two fewer working CPU cores. The new Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 version SM8650-Q-AB and SM8650-Q-AA both feature six-core CPUs with

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OnePlus Summer Launch Event 2025: Nord 5, Nord CE5, Watch 3 43mm, Pad Lite and more

Fans of OnePlus’ value-for-money devices should grab a bag of popcorn – the big event starts soon. The company will launch two Nord phones, one ā€œliteā€ tablet, a smaller smartwatch and new TWS buds on the global market. You can watch the livestream below, the event is scheduled to start at 8:30 UTC. Below that

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The Honor X70 to have a massive 8,300mAh battery with 80W charging

Late last year, Honor teased a massive 6,600mAh battery for the X60. As impressive as that was, the upcoming Honor X70 will have a battery that dwarfs this capacity – battery tech is improving at a spectacular pace! Live photos of the X70 have been shared by leakster Experience More, including one that shows the

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Latest Coffee Production Cost Report by Procurement Resource

Procurement Resource, a leading provider of procurement intelligence and market research solutions, has launched its latest Coffee Production Cost Report. This in-depth report provides a roadmap for entrepreneurs and businesses looking to establish a successful coffee production unit, offering critical insights into industry trends, plant setup, machinery requirements, cost structures, and investment opportunities. Request for

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Samsung Unpacked July 2025: what to expect

The next Galaxy Unpacked is this Wednesday, July 9. It will be held in Brooklyn, New York and will be livestreamed on Samsung’s site and on YouTube. The event is scheduled to start at 14:00 UTC. Foldables and watches incoming Samsung’s middle of the year Galaxy Unpacked event is focused on the next generation of

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De’Longhi’s New La Specialista Review by a Former Barista

Having worked in a lot of cafes over the years, I’m confident I can recognize a good machine when I see one. Does it look sleek on the counter? Does it pull a perfectly creamy espresso shot? As such, De’Longhi has long been a brand I’ve wanted to try, and the recent release of the

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Honor X9c makes its way to India

Following its global announcement in November, the Honor X9c is now making its way to India. The device pairs midrange specs with a focus on durability and a 6,000mAh battery with 66W wired charging. Honor X9c in Titanium Black and Jade Cyan X9c is built around a 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display (FHD+

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Galaxy Z Flip7 FE emerges on Geekbench with last year’s Exynos chip

The Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is Samsung’s long-awaited Fan Edition folding phone and it’s launching this week alongside the Z Flip7, Z Fold7 and Galaxy Watch 8 series at Samsung Unpacked. Ahead of the big announcement, we have a Geekbench listing for the Z Flip7 FE, which confirms its chipset, RAM and software specs.

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Top 10 trending phones of week 27

After a short hiatus, our trending chart is back and a lot has changed in the meantime. The Poco F7 is our new champion with the upcoming Pixel 10 Pro the second most popular phone in our database over the past week. The just announced Nothing Phone (3) shot to third, making this a

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Coffee Machine Market Hits New High

Coffee Machine Market HTF MI just released the Global Coffee Machine Market Study, a comprehensive analysis of the market that spans more than 143+ pages and describes the product and industry scope as well as the market prognosis and status for 2025-2032. The marketization process is being accelerated by the market study’s segmentation by important

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I generated 5 AI images with iPhone vs Galaxy vs Pixel — here’s the winner

TG AI Phone Face-Off This article is part of our AI Phone Face-Off. If you’re interested in our other comparisons, check out the links below. One of the most impressive AI features on phones is the ability to generate images. While there are valid arguments regarding AI and art, there’s no avoiding the fact that

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Deals: the Poco F7, F7 Pro and F7 Ultra are on saleĀ 

Xiaomi’s site in the Netherlands still offers Early Bird discounts on the Poco F7. After adding it to the cart, the price falls to €384 thanks to a €15 discount. You can find it here – it comes with a free 120W charger, free Xiaomi Smart Band 10 and a choice between a free Xiaomi

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Weekly poll: Nothing Phone (3), the good, the bad or the ugly?

After releasing the Nothing Phone (2) in 2023, Nothing took a year off from premium phones – but it promised a proper flagship for 2025. And, uh, here it is. The Nothing Phone (3) quickly became the talk of the town and not in a good way. Where should we start? The design is one

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Deals: the Apple iPhone 16 and Google Pixel 9 series are on saleĀ 

You don’t see iPhone discounts often, but this week the entire 16 series is on sale – including the 16e. On the other side of the iOS/Android divide, the Pixels are on sale too. The Apple iPhone 16e serves as the ā€œcheapā€ iPhone after the SE series was discontinued. We put it in quotes since

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Detail overlooked in nationwide rollout of mobile and seatbelt detection cameras

New “smart” road cameras which detect mobile and seatbelt offences are popping up across the country as authorities attempt to lower the ever-increasing Australian road death toll. The AI-powered safety cameras have been quickly embraced by Australian state governments and are now being used across the world. But they do little to protect groups of

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Weekly poll results: the vivo X200 FE is a hit

The vivo X200 FE has a big presence for such a small phone – looking at the results from last week’s poll, this could be the best mini flagship out there. And yes, it’s a mini flagship, less than 5% of voters had issues with the size. Many still haven’t made up their minds and