We've been hearing rumours about the next iPad Pro for quite some time. Now that Face ID has completely taken over the iPhone lineup, it is time for Apple to bring the technology to the iPad. There is an Apple event taking place this week, but it looks like we …
Read More »Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 ushers in a 93.4% screen-to-body ratio and up to 10GB of RAM
The Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 does away with the notch thanks to a new sliding mechanism that hides the front-facing camera. Aside from helping to pioneer the bezel-less approach, the new handset also follows Oppo’s Find X in supporting a whopping 10GB of RAM. Inside the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 …
Read More »Google’s new contract sees Android vendors push more frequent security updates for two years
Google manages to push out a new security update for its Android mobile operating system every month, while third-party manufacturers lag behind causing further disparity among smartphone users. A new contract from the firm has come to light, showing that a variety of companies are now committing to a harder …
Read More »Italy antitrust watchdog fines Apple and Samsung over performance degrading updates
Back in January, we learned that Italy's antitrust watchdog had begun investigating both Apple and Samsung over software updates. Complaints of ‘planned obsolescence' appear to have carried a bit of weight, as the Italian anti-trust team has passed down fines to both companies. The theories behind planned obsolescence reached a …
Read More »iOS 12.1 will reportedly address Apple’s “BeautyGate” in the iPhone XS and XR range
Apple’s newly released iPhone XS and XS Max garnered criticism last month, after photo comparisons with previous generation handsets revealed an inexplicable smoothing effect. The aptly named “BeautyGate” disaster seemingly extends itself to the mid-range iPhone XR, however users won’t have to wait too long for a fix as Apple …
Read More »Huawei confirms that its foldable smartphone will be 5G compatible
While many manufacturers have jumped on board the experimental foldable smartphone bandwagon, Huawei’s confirmation came last month stating that we would supposedly “not even have to wait another year.” Elaborating on this during the Mate 20 launch, Huawei has since revealed that the flexible handset will be 5G-enabled. Huawei CEO …
Read More »Huawei Mate 20 Lite Review
It's the first phone from the new Mate 20 series - is it worth buying today?
Read More »Oppo has been caught spoofing benchmarks with the Find X and F7
Last month, Huawei was outed for cheating in various benchmark tests, using a hidden performance mode to boost the device when certain software names were detected as running. Oppo has now been caught red-handed indulging in the exact same practice, causing its Find X and F7 to be unceremoniously delisted. …
Read More »Google Pixel 3 retains LG panels despite Pixel 2 XL problems
Update (21/10/18): Although Google has opted for Samsung as the new panel supplier for its flagship Pixel 3 XL, it seems as though the smaller Pixel 3 is still utilising LG displays. It seems as though most, if not all of the problems seen on the Pixel 2 XL have …
Read More »Google’s response to EU Android ruling is to charge OEMs a license fee
Earlier this year, the European Commission planted a record breaking $5 billion fine on Google over antitrust charges. The EU took issue with Google's use of pre-installed apps and services on Android smartphones, which stops consumers from seeking out alternatives and thus prevents competitors from rising up. Google is appealing …
Read More »Samsung’s notchless Galaxy S10 leaked, set to feature open hole camera tech
Samsung will supposedly debut an edge-to-edge Galaxy S10 next year, as new leaks suggest the notchless device will introduce open hole camera technology.
Read More »More sources claim that Apple will finally include a USB-C port on the iPad Pro 2018
Update (19/10/18): The idea that Apple would eventually switch to USB-C has been floating around for quite some time, with many believing that this year’s iPad Pro would finally include the universal connector. Even more sources have corroborated the move, however instead of accompanying the firm’s proprietary Lightning port as …
Read More »Essential sheds 30 percent of its workforce
The future of Essential was in question earlier this year, as the company abandoned plans for a successor to its underwhelming flagship smartphone. Sadly, the company has hit another bump in the road, as 30 percent of its employees have reportedly been made redundant. Essential had a tough time when …
Read More »Could Apple make the jump to ARM MacBooks?
It has long been rumoured that Apple is looking to move away from Intel and x86 onto their own custom ARM silicon. Today we'll be taking a look back at Apple's history, to assess the chances of such a major shift in direction taking place on one of their biggest product lines.
Read More »Analysts reckon Apple could switch to its own ARM CPUs for Macs in 2020
It has been a few months since we last discussed Apple potentially switching to ARM processors for Macs. Microsoft is moving in on the ARM laptop market in partnership with Qualcomm and from the sounds of it, Apple hopes to compete in this area too. According to analysts this week, …
Read More »Huawei updates its triple-camera setup for the Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro
Today in London, Huawei announced its latest smartphones – the Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro. These build on the success of Huawei's P20 series that launched last March with bigger and better screens, increased battery capacity and an updated triple-camera setup. We went hands-on with the new phones to tell …
Read More »OnePlus will be stripping back its OxygenOS for a faster experience
While Android continues to flourish as a diverse market, one of the biggest complaints is how manufacturers bloat Google’s base operating system. Although OnePlus has always embraced pure Android, it teased that a more streamlined experience is coming to its proprietary OxygenOS in time for the OnePlus 6T. Based on …
Read More »MSI PS42 Modern & MSI P65 Creator – unboxing/preview
We are the first to get our hands on these engineering samples - Briony did a live unboxing!
Read More »ASUS Zenbook Event with KitGuru’s STORM
KitGuru's Storm met up with Nate at ASUS at their Zenbook event in London.
Read More »Samsung might wave goodbye to the headphone jack after next year’s Galaxy S10
Much to the displeasure of its fans, OnePlus has given up the 3.5mm headphone jack, supposedly leaving LG, Vivo and Samsung as the final flagships to support the legacy port. Although next year’s Galaxy S10 is rumoured to retain the connector, new reports suggest that it could very well be …
Read More »Samsung’s Galaxy A9 is the world’s first quad-camera smartphone
It seems as though Samsung is giving its mid-range A Series a lot of love lately, unveiling its first triple camera smartphone with the latest Galaxy A7. Unsatisfied with being late to the party, Samsung has taken things a step further with its Galaxy A9 by debuting the world’s first …
Read More »Razer Phone 2 Launch: Small but not insignificant improvements
Razer has just launched its Razer Phone 2. We got hands-on time with the device to show you everything that's changed from the first model - and yes, that is an RGB logo...
Read More »Razer launches Raiju Mobile gaming controller and Hammerhead USB-C ANC headphones
Today is a big day for Razer, not only did we see the launch of the Razer Phone 2, but the company is coming out swinging with a lineup of new accessories to boot. To accompany the new phone's launch, Razer is also launching the new Raiju Mobile gaming controller …
Read More »Razer expands Blade 15 laptop lineup with Mercury White option and new base model
Earlier this year, Razer expanded its lineup with the Razer Blade 15, adding a 15-inch display option for the first time. Now alongside the Razer Phone 2 announcement, the company has launched a new base model for the Blade 15 series in addition to a limited edition ‘mercury white' colour …
Read More »Google appeals the EU’s record-breaking $5bn antitrust fine against Android
Back in July, the European Commission found Google guilty of indulging in anti-competitive behaviour, forcing Android manufacturers to adopt Google’s search engine and browser by default. This resulted in an unprecedented €4.34bn (£3.8bn/$5bn) fine, which the firm has now officially begun to appeal. The decision was made following two years-worth …
Read More »ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM Laptop Review
Looking for a new gaming laptop? The ROG Strix Hero II could be one to look at!
Read More »Rather than repeating the leaks, Google’s Pixel 3 launch focused on new camera tech
While the rumoured Pixel Ultra was a bust, Google did unveil its Pixel 3 line-up of flagship smartphones during its annual October keynote. As expected, many features housed within the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL has already been revealed through comprehensive leaks, however Google still managed to impress with …
Read More »Latest iOS 12 patch fixes USB charging bug and connectivity issues
Since the iPhone XS launch, a few issues have come to light for early adopters. For starters, some users found that their brand new devices were struggling with WiFi and cellular connectivity. Then later on, a USB charging bug came to light, stopping some units from charging while plugged in. …
Read More »OnePlus launches the OnePlus 6T at the end of the month
A whole host of flagship smartphones are launching this month, with Google’s Pixel 3 line-up arriving on the 9th and Huawei shortly following on the 16th. Price to performance king OnePlus has announced that it will also be joining the fray, unveiling its OnePlus 6T on the 30th. Aesthetically, the …
Read More »The Apple Watch Series 4 still struggles with Daylight Savings Time
Although Apple has improved its fourth-generation of smart wearables by adding in a range of new functionality, it seems that the company still struggles with a watch’s primary function: telling time. Australian users of the Apple Watch Series 4 have recently experienced a bug during the switch to Daylight Savings …
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