Author Archives: Hadlee Simons

Xiaomi could let you tap the back of your phone to launch features

Posted on July 28, 2020 by Hadlee Simons

New evidence in the latest MIUI 12 beta points to Xiaomi following in Google’s footsteps with a Back Tap feature. Continue reading →

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The first phones to get GPU driver updates via app store (Update: Oppo as well)

Posted on July 28, 2020 by Hadlee Simons

Update: Oppo’s flagships have just gained this ability too. Continue reading →

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We could be closer to getting multiple device support in WhatsApp

Posted on July 27, 2020 by Hadlee Simons

We might have more evidence for multiple device support coming to WhatsApp. Continue reading →

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We asked, you told us: This was the worst year in smartphone history

Posted on July 27, 2020 by Hadlee Simons

There have been plenty of bad years for smartphones, but which one did you think was the worst? Continue reading →

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Asus ROG Phone 3 climbs above rivals with hidden 160Hz option

Posted on July 27, 2020 by Hadlee Simons

The ROG Phone 3’s 144Hz refresh rate is already among the highest, but what if you want a little more? Continue reading →

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Snapdragon SoC guide: All of Qualcomm’s smartphone processors explained!

Posted on July 26, 2020 by Hadlee Simons

From entry-level to cutting-edge, we break down all the major Snapdragon processors. Continue reading →

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Did you know: The LG V40 opened the era of modern triple camera phones

Posted on July 25, 2020 by Hadlee Simons

We saw dual camera and triple camera phones before, but LG laid the foundation for modern triple camera smartphones. Continue reading →

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These 6 budget phones are the best OnePlus Nord alternatives

Posted on July 25, 2020 by Hadlee Simons

Want a great mid-range phone but not keen on the OnePlus Nord? These are the best alternatives. Continue reading →

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OnePlus Nord gets first pop-up sale next week

Posted on July 24, 2020 by Hadlee Simons

Here’s what you’ll need to do to secure your purchase. Continue reading →

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Tested: These are the fastest charging phones

Posted on July 23, 2020 by Hadlee Simons

Smartphone makers talk a big game about fast charging tech, but which phones come out on top? Let’s find out. Continue reading →

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