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Oppo officially confirmed the ColorOS 17 global launch for October 13 next week, and OnePlus just opened up registrations for OnePlus users to get an early taste of the software. Notably, this isn't the final build of the software that OnePlus is seeding, of course, it's the ColorOS 17 Open Beta. For now, only Indian users can apply and get early access, and the application window is running from October 9 through October 12, just a day before the official release. If you are eligible for an update, make sure to back up your data before installing because it's not a final build, so...

The OnePlus 16 is going official next week and ahead of the big unveiling, the brand revealed more key info for the upcoming flagship. The phone will be equipped with a BOE X4 LTPO OLED display. The panel is set to bring 1.5K resolution and up to 185Hz refresh rate, though the max 185Hz will only be available in gaming mode. The phone will run at up to 165Hz in everyday tasks, but you’ll be able to “unlock” the extra 20Hz in supported gaming titles like Arena Breakout, Nizhan: Future, Naruto Mobile, and Peace Elite. OnePlus display specs (machine translated from...

According to a new report, Apple has asked some of its suppliers to reduce production of components for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. The report, citing people familiar with the matter, claims that Apple cut component orders by up to 15% for October. The reduction is reportedly driven by weaker market demand amid soaring memory prices. Meanwhile, the report also notes that demand for the new iPhones has been weaker than for last year’s models. However, another recent report painted a different picture in China, claiming that the iPhone 18 Pro models outperformed their...

Rumors about a wide-screen flagship smartphone from Oppo have been circulating for some time. A new leak has now revealed details on the device’s display aspect ratio and overall width. Tipster Digital Chat Station claims that Oppo’s wide-screen smartphone, rumored to be called the Reno X, will feature a 16:9 display. Here’s what Oppo’s rumored phone with a 16:9 display could look like A 16:9 aspect ratio was common on older smartphones, but modern phones typically feature taller displays with a 19.5:9 or 20:9 aspect ratio. DCS also noted that the phone will offer narrow bezels...

Samsung Electronics has announced its earnings guidance for the third quarter of 2026, covering July to September. Samsung said its consolidated sales for the period were approximately KRW 195 trillion ($145.33 billion), while consolidated operating profit was approximately KRW 107.40 trillion ($80 billion). In comparison, Samsung's consolidated sales for the second quarter of 2026 (April to June) were worth KRW 171.5 trillion ($127.78 billion), while the operating profit was KRW 89.49 trillion ($66.68 billion). In Q3 2025, Samsung had consolidated sales worth KRW 86.06 trillion...

Announced at Computex earlier this year, the Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra is finally available for pre-order. The flagship laptop is powered by Nvidia’s RTX Spark SoC and is set to compete with Apple’s rumored MacBook Ultra. The Surface Laptop Ultra is currently available to pre-order through Microsoft’s official online store and select retailers worldwide. It starts at $2,599, with open sales beginning October 16. Customers can get up to $1,000 cashback when trading in an eligible MacBook Pro while purchasing the Surface Laptop Ultra. Microsoft has also revealed pricing for...

The RedMagic 12 Pro+ is set to launch in China on October 15. Ahead of the launch, the company has revealed the phone’s full design and color options, with pre-orders now live. In a post on Weibo, RedMagic confirmed that the 12 Pro+ will feature the company’s signature transparent design, a flat rear panel, and RGB liquid cooling. The phone will be available in Transparent Dark Night, Transparent Ice Blue, and Transparent Silver Wing colorways. Official renders also show that the rear camera module now sits flush with the rear panel. The RedMagic 12 Pro+ will feature a dual rear...