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A rumor stemming from Korea says that Samsung is done with the Samsung Galaxy Note series. The rumor says the company is ceasing production of the Note 20 series before the end of 2021. There are also rumors saying the company has no new Note plans at all. Now, a new report from ET News (h/t 9to5Google) out of Korea suggests the Samsung Galaxy Note line could be truly done.
It was only a week ago that Samsung announced the Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra, but the company is already adding new color variants to the phone’s lineup. In India, the company said it will sell the Note 20 in an additional hue called Mystic Blue.
As of writing, the variant isn’t up on Samsung’s website, leaving Mystic Bronze and Mystic Black as the only two options currently. The press release the company shared also doesn’t mention a Mystic Blue version of the Note 20 Ultra.
To buy a used smartphone, or not to buy a used smartphone? For the frugal folks among us, the question seems fairly self-explanatory: used phones are cheaper, therefore the better bargain.
However, that might not always be the case. Over the past few years, the budget and mid-range categories of smartphones have exploded, with brand new models sometimes performing as well — or even better — than other devices which cost twice as much.
Oppo Oppo F15
The Oppo F15 is priced too high for the performance it delivers. The ancient Mediatek P70 chipset can't compete with more modern offerings, which puts the Oppo F15 at a disadvantage. The competition is faster, has a similar or better imaging set up, and is more affordable, making the Oppo F15 particularly hard to recommend. This device is no longer widely available. The Oppo F15 is now unavailable to buy from most retailers.
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The year 2011 was all about “dual core” becoming the standard for high-end smartphones. And we have all witnessed what yesteryear’s superphones like the Samsung Galaxy S II, DROID RAZR MAXX, and others are capable of. The following phones are much more powerful than anything released last year, and for this upcoming generation of devices, even more.
So, what next? This year, chip-makers have come forth with quad core processors supporting mobile multitasking comparable to the performance of a desktop computer of a few years ago, powered by Tegra 3 SoC’s and TI’s OMAP equivalent.
Huawei Mate 10 ProThe Huawei Mate 10 Pro is an outstanding smartphone that is only let down by a software experience that isn't as polished as the hardware. But if battery life, camera, performance and design are what make or break a phone for you, then the Mate 10 Pro is a truly great choice.
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Update: Both the Huawei Mate 20 Pro and Mate 30 Pro are now available and well worth a look, although only the Mate 20 Pro still comes with Google apps and services.
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The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (Fan Edition) was a standout release for the company in 2020, managing to deliver a great combination of attractive pricing and a well-rounded spec sheet. In fact, we gave it our Editor’s Choice award for the best Android smartphone of 2020.
It kind of boggles the mind that the Galaxy S20 FE still hasn’t been succeeded by the Galaxy S21 FE just yet given its popularity with buyers and critics — although the global chip shortage is understandably to blame.
Living the life of the jet-set can be a bit confusing. Traveling to various countries is a pain enough as it is with the different languages, customs and businesses – it’s even more of a problem if a businessperson is there to do business. Whether it be buying some trinkets or brokering a deal, the main problem with foreign transactions is the need for an accurate conversion into the local currency.
Smartphones have become indispensable tools in our lives, giving us a world of apps, keeping us connected, and helping organize our lives. However, many people buy phones because they want a great camera. After all, the best camera is often the one you have with you.
But how do you know whether you’ll get a phone with a great camera or a device with a disappointing shooter? We’ve got you covered with our guide to buying a phone with a great camera.
InfinityLab InstantCharger 65WThe InfinityLab InstantCharger gets two green thumbs up for sustainable design and solid speeds. With USB PD 3.0, it can keep up with most laptops and phones, and the charger's tiny footprint keeps your carbon footprint down thanks to 90% recycled plastic.
Harman is all-in on making recycled plastic the future of charging. It’s launched power banks under the InfinityLab umbrella, and now it’s time for wall chargers to get in on the action.