Honor has launched the Magic V Flip 2 in China, featuring a 200 MP main camera, a 5,500 mAh battery with fast charging, a foldable 6.82-inch OLED display, and powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, running Android 15-based MagicOS 9.0.1, with various premium features and multiple color options.
The OnePlus Pad 2 aims to be a versatile Android tablet with a 12.1-inch 3K display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, and enhanced AI features. Priced at $550, it offers 12 GB RAM and 256 GB storage, along with a six-speaker setup and Dolby Atmos support. Despite improvements, it faces stiff competition from Apple's iPad Air and other high-end tablets. Available for preorder, it will be released on July 30 on the OnePlus website and August on Amazon.
The OnePlus Pad 2, launching on July 30th for $549.99, features a larger 12.1-inch screen, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, and a new Stylo 2 stylus that simulates writing on paper with vibrations. It also includes a new Smart Keyboard with NFC capabilities and a larger touchpad. The tablet offers improved resolution, brightness, and additional speakers, while maintaining the original's camera specs and battery life.
OnePlus is set to launch the OnePlus Pad Pro in China, which may come to the US as the OnePlus Pad 2, featuring the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. The tablet will include a new keyboard cover and stylus pen but will retain an LCD screen. Additionally, OnePlus is launching a new variant of the OnePlus Watch 2 in China.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 is rumored to feature significant upgrades including the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, a potential RAM boost, a larger and faster cover display, improved durability with Ironflex and Gorilla Glass Armor, a 50MP camera, and a slightly larger battery.
The latest leak from an FCC listing reveals that the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 will not support Wi-Fi 7, a surprising omission for a premium device expected to cost $1,799. Despite featuring the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, which supports Wi-Fi 7, the foldable phone will only offer Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e. This decision is puzzling, especially since other Samsung devices and competitors' foldable phones include Wi-Fi 7. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is anticipated to be unveiled at the next Galaxy Unpacked event in July.
Samsung is set to announce the Galaxy Z Fold 6, Galaxy Z Flip 6, and Galaxy Watch 7 at a Samsung Unpacked event in Paris on July 10. Leaked images suggest the Galaxy Z Fold 6 will be wider with sharper screen corners compared to its predecessor. It is expected to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, an improved camera system, and better battery life. An Ultra version of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 may also be introduced.
The international version of Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 6, confirmed to use the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset like the US model, has appeared on Geekbench with lower pre-release benchmark scores. Despite this, the performance is expected to align with the US variant upon release.
Samsung is set to launch the Galaxy Z Fold 6 at an upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event in early July, with the device expected to feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. Notably, there are rumors of a thinner variant, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim, potentially releasing in Q4 2024. This model would lack S-Pen input and have a larger display. The community has shown a strong preference for Snapdragon over Exynos chipsets, which aligns with Samsung's decision to continue using Snapdragon for the Z Fold 6.
The upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 6 is expected to refine the design of its predecessor, the Z Flip 5, by incorporating elements from the Galaxy S24, such as a flatter frame and a new speaker grille. It may also feature a larger 50MP primary camera and will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip. Samsung is likely to unveil the Galaxy Z Flip 6 in early July at an event in Paris.
Samsung's decision to use different chipsets in the Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus models based on geography has led to performance discrepancies, with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 outperforming the Exynos 2400. This move, reportedly made for cost-saving reasons, has resulted in users in North America getting better-performing phones than those in Europe. The split chipset approach has raised concerns about the user experience and the fairness of the purchase. The article also discusses the potential impact on future Samsung flagship releases and emphasizes the importance of providing a consistent experience for Galaxy phone owners regardless of their location.
The Vivo X Fold 3 Pro and X Fold 3 are the latest foldable smartphones from Vivo, featuring Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and a massive 5,700 mAh battery. The Pro model also boasts a special imaging chip, 50MP wide and ultrawide cameras, and a 64MP telephoto lens at 3x. Both devices are available for pre-order in China, with the Pro starting at ¥9,999 for 16GB/512GB.
Vivo has launched the X Fold 3 and X Fold 3 Pro in China, featuring slim designs, bright screens, and a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset in the Pro model, marking the first time this chipset has been used in a foldable phone. The Pro model boasts premium specs, including a 5,700mAh battery, 100W wireless charging, and a high-end camera setup, while the standard model comes with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and some other feature differences. The X Fold 3 series is currently available in China, with prices starting at 6,999 yuan for the standard model and 9,999 yuan for the Pro model.
Qualcomm has launched the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, a new flagship-tier smartphone processor that differs from the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in various aspects including CPU configuration, GPU, AI capabilities, connectivity, and camera support. While the 8s Gen 3 offers slightly less powerful CPU and GPU, slower AI engine, and reduced video capture capabilities compared to the 8 Gen 3, it still provides impressive performance, AI features, and camera capabilities at a more affordable price point, with phones expected to retail for around $500 to $800. However, those seeking the best performance, video capture resolution, AI capabilities, and connectivity features may prefer the higher-end Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 phones, while last year's flagship phones running the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 also offer a premium experience at a lower price.
Asus has launched the Zenfone 11 Ultra, featuring a 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, 12GB RAM, and 256GB storage. Priced at $899 in the US, it offers a 50MP primary camera, 32MP 3x telephoto camera, 13MP ultrawide, IP68 water/dust resistance, and 65W wired charging. The device supports AT&T and T-Mobile networks, with pre-orders available in April and a free case included.