Author Archives: Robert Triggs

Arm Cortex-X1 brings the fight to Apple’s powerhouse CPUs

Posted on May 26, 2020 by Robert Triggs

Good news for Android performance enthusiasts: The Arm Cortex-X1 is a big CPU to compete with Apple’s processors. Continue reading →

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Arm Mali-G78 and Mali-G68: More cores for more performance

Posted on May 26, 2020 by Robert Triggs

Here’s everything you need to know about the Arm Mali-G78 and Mali-G68 GPUs heading to smartphone chipsets in 2021. Continue reading →

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Arm Cortex-X1 and Cortex-A78 CPUs: Big cores with big differences

Posted on May 26, 2020 by Robert Triggs

Arm Cortex-X1 and Cortex-A78 CPUs promise improved performance and energy efficiency for next-gen smartphones. Continue reading →

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RIP LG G series: Waving goodbye to a true innovator

Posted on May 24, 2020 by Robert Triggs

The arrival of the LG Velvet marks the end of the LG G smartphone series. Come take a look back at some classic phones. Continue reading →

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Android version distribution: Are Google’s faster rollout initiatives working?

Posted on May 24, 2020 by Robert Triggs

Have Google’s update initiatives like Project Treble actually helped roll out Android 10 to more customers? Continue reading →

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When did Quad HD+ resolution become a hidden smartphone feature?

Posted on May 17, 2020 by Robert Triggs

So few phones offer true QHD+ displays that makes me wonder why the industry bothers with this kooky resolution at all. Continue reading →

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The Samsung Galaxy Book S showcases what’s in store for Arm-based Apple Macs

Posted on May 15, 2020 by Robert Triggs

If you want to know what’s in store of Intel-less Macs, look no further than the current range of Windows on Arm laptops. Continue reading →

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Samsung Galaxy Book S review: A sleek laptop with mobile smarts

Posted on May 13, 2020 by Robert Triggs

The Samsung Galaxy Book S tries out the Windows on Arm initiative with its Snapdragon 8cx processor. Is it any good? Continue reading →

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Tested: Big phone batteries don’t guarantee long battery life (Update: Video!)

Posted on May 13, 2020 by Robert Triggs

You shouldn’t trust mAh as your sole guide to a phone with the longest battery life, it’s a much more complicated picture. Continue reading →

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Quad HD vs Full HD: What’s the minimum you should buy in 2020?

Posted on May 9, 2020 by Robert Triggs

Should you buy a phone with an FHD or a QHD display? We take you through the pros and cons. Continue reading →

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