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Phone Arena
5 days ago
- Phone Arena
OnePlus might be gearing up for a battery blowout with its next flagship
Reportedly, OnePlus is going even bigger on battery with its next flagship phone – and it is already ahead of Samsung and Apple. A new leak out of China has spilled more details about the next big OnePlus flagship – which could end up being called either the OnePlus 14 or 15, depending on whether the company skips the '14' name due to cultural reasons (the number four is considered unlucky in China).First off, it is rumored to come in a new 'SuperBlack' color option that is being compared to a black hole. Sounds dramatic, but it might actually be close to those ultra-black finishes that absorb nearly all visible light – basically the blackest black you can get on a phone. The leak also mentions customizable side buttons. OnePlus already swapped out its iconic alert slider for a remappable key, but now it looks like we might be getting another one. Could it be a camera shutter button? Possibly. Several 2025 phones have already gone that route and it wouldn't be a bad addition here. In the comments under the original post (first image), the source suggested the size of the battery in OnePlus' next flagship. | Screenshot by PhoneArena But the big news? The battery. This thing might pack a big 7,000mAh cell. That is a full 2,000mAh more than what you get in the Galaxy S25 Ultra and nearly double the size of the Galaxy S25 Edge's battery. It's even a step up from the OnePlus 13's already impressive 6,000mAh pack. So, if this rumor holds up, we are looking at a major jump in battery life and possibly the longest-lasting flagship of the year. A phone with a 7,000mAh battery used to sound like overkill. Now? It's quickly becoming the norm – especially if we're talking about Chinese flagships. That rumored battery upgrade would already be impressive on its own, but paired with the OnePlus name and its strong track record, it makes the next flagship a whole lot more interesting. OnePlus pushing the limits like this means the rest of the competition might feel the pressure to follow – or at least the ones that aren't already doing it. Chinese brands have been early adopters of next-gen battery tech like silicon carbon, which allows for way more energy density. Silicon can store around 10 times more lithium ions than traditional graphite, which is what helps enable these super-sized batteries without turning phones into bricks. In fact, we are already seeing mid-range phones from Honor, for example, with close to 8,000mAh cells, so a 6,000mAh+ battery in a premium device isn't out of the question anymore – in fact, it's kind of expected. Meanwhile, Apple and Samsung still seem to be taking their time, though there are whispers that both are exploring silicon-carbon batteries for upcoming flagships. If OnePlus really ships its next phone with a 7,000mAh battery, maybe – just maybe – that'll finally light a fire under the big guys to catch up. And with that kind of battery size? It's likely to be the obvious pick for power users – especially if Samsung and Apple keep playing it safe. So, if you are tired of charging your phone every night (or sooner), OnePlus might be the one to keep an eye on this time around. OnePlus 13 Review: Great phone, excellent value, questionable camera Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
Phone Arena
7 days ago
- Phone Arena
Nothing Phone (3) leaked specs suggest big upgrades incoming
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro vs. Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | Image credit: PhoneArena Nothing has big plans for 2025, as the UK based company has already released two mid-range smartphones and is about to introduce its first-ever flagship, the Phone (3). According to Nothing, the Phone (3) will be the best product the company has ever put out. The flagship has been designed taking into account all the feedback from fans, as well as all the knowledge Nothing has in regard to phone development. Nothing has started hyping up its Phone (3) several weeks ago and even revealed the device will cost around £800. People had high expectations considering all the teasers Nothing dropped recently, so we can only imagine how big the disappointment was when the UK-based brand confirmed the Phone (3) will be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 instead of the chipmaker's flagship product, the Snapdragon 8 that seems to be the only major downside of Nothing's flagship. A recent leak reveals that the Phone (3) will actually pack many upgrades over Nothing's previous devices, which isn't really surprising considering that the company's portfolio only includes mid-range handsets. Nothing Phone (3) rumored specs: Display : 6.7-inch, 1.5K resolution, OLED LTPO panel : 6.7-inch, 1.5K resolution, OLED LTPO panel Main camera : 50MP + 50MP (3x periscope) + 50MP (ultra-wide) : 50MP + 50MP (3x periscope) + 50MP (ultra-wide) Front camera : 50MP : 50MP Chipset : Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 : Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 Battery : 5,150mAh, 100W wired charging (also supports wireless and reverse wireless charging) : 5,150mAh, 100W wired charging (also supports wireless and reverse wireless charging) Connectivity : NFC support, eSIM support : NFC support, eSIM support OS : Nothing OS 3.5 based on Android 15 Apart from the chipset, these seem to be the specs of a true flagship. Perhaps a slightly bigger battery would have been more appropriate, but considering Samsung's Galaxy S25 has a slightly smaller battery, this shouldn't be such a big issue. Alleged Nothing Phone (3) | Image credit: Gadget Bits Along with the leaked specs, Gadget Bits also published a small image showing what appears to be the design of the Phone (3). The previous picture that was circulated online wasn't accurate at all, but this one seems even stranger. The arrangement of the camera sensors is not as symmetric as it should. Granted, none of Nothing's phones inspire symmetry, it would have been nice for the company's flagship to bring something new in terms of design. Nothing Phone (3) is expected to be officially introduced on July 1. The company has already confirmed the flagship will be available in the US with support for major carriers like AT&T and T-Mobile (but not Verizon). Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
GSM Arena
20-06-2025
- GSM Arena
Full Xiaomi Pad 7S Pro 12.5 details arrive from Xiaomi and multiple sources Comments
Xiaomi Pad 7 Max details leak along with two other flagship large tablets from Chinese makers
Digital Trends
19-06-2025
- Digital Trends
Nothing Phone 3's unique Glyph Matrix is a light show I can't wait to see
The Nothing Phone 3 teasers continue to flow, and we've just been given a sneak peek at a unique feature the firm's upcoming flagship handset will be packing. Nothing posted an update announcing a new feature called 'Glyph Matrix' and confirming it will feature on the Nothing Phone 3, which will be announced on July 1. Recommended Videos A short five second video was included in the post, showing a series of dot-matrix style lights illuminating in different patterns in the top corner of a handset. Taking a closer look at the device in the video, you can see the power switch is on the left, and what appears to be volume keys on the right. The placements of these buttons suggest we're looking at the rear of the Nothing Phone 3, so this isn't an animation which is playing on the front screen of the device. When light becomes language. Introducing the Glyph Matrix. Phone (3). 1 July. — Nothing (@nothing) June 19, 2025 It's not clear from the short video whether the Glyph Matrix is a series of individual LED lights, or a small, dedicated display on the back of the phone. A standalone display would be more power hungry and a series of LEDs, so I'd lean on this not being a screen – but we won't know for sure until the July 1. Sign me up However it's been engineered, the Glyph Matrix looks set to offer something truly different in the smartphone world where minimalist slabs of glass and metal have become the norm. The Glyph Matrix reveal isn't all that surprising, after Nothing declared the death of its Glyph Interface (the lights on the rear of its current handsets) towards the end of May, while it changed its profile image to the logo you see in the video above on June 4. While there is a certain element of gimmick surrounding this novel feature, I welcome it with open arms, as Nothing continues to deliver on its promise of designing products which don't follow the crowd. In the past Nothing has posted teasing Pokémon images, as it uses the pocket monsters as codenames for its upcoming devices. I mention it because the the Pokémon are displayed in a dot-matrix style. If I can get my favorite Pokémon to show on the Glyph Matrix I'd be over the moon for teenage me. It's geeky and gimmicky, but I love the idea and I can't wait to see how it works (and if Pokémon are possible). Tactile textures And that's not all. Just a day before the Glyph Matrix drop, Nothing gave us another look at a small feature detail for the Phone 3, posting its third design teaser. This time it appears to show a dimpled pattern on a circular pad. I'd guess this is like located somewhere on the rear of the phone, but it's difficult to tell with the limited information provided. This is just the latest in a long line of information Nothing has drip-feeding us in the run up to its July 1 launch event. Earlier this week we found out the Nothing Phone 3 will come with a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, providing users with five years of major Android OS updates and seven years of security updates. And before this week, Nothing co-founder and CEO Carl Pei declared the Phone 3 is the company's 'first true flagship' and revealed it will retail for around £800 – with rumors suggesting the price in the US will be around $799. Nothing has also confirmed the Phone 3 will be available via Amazon, as well as its own website, for US buyers. With less than two weeks to go before all is revealed, there's not long for us to wait to find out all about the Glyph Matrix.
Phone Arena
19-06-2025
- Phone Arena
iPhone 17 vs Pixel 10: Google revolutionizes while Apple drags its feet
The iPhone 17 is expected to arrive this fall, as is tradition, while Google's highly anticipated Pixel 10 is said to come a bit earlier in August. This comparison has always been a fun one, but this year Google is making a few changes that might make it even more so. Apple, on the other hand, should finally introduce upgrades we've been waiting for ages to see, while still holding off on others that the competition — including Google — already phones are expected to land at the same $799 price point (excluding any last-minute changes), so if you're in the market for a compact flagship this year, these are the two to keep an eye on. We'll break down what to expect from the iPhone 17 and Pixel 10 in terms of design, display, performance, cameras, battery life and more — so you can decide which phone might be the better fit for you. iPhone 17 vs Pixel 10 expected differences: Table of Contents: Design Display Performance Camera Battery Specs Summary The iPhone 17 is getting thinner — really thin. Apple is reportedly pushing for a mere 7.2mm thickness, making it the slimmest iPhone in recent years. Combine that with a slightly shorter and narrower frame, and you've got a compact and lightweight design, expected to weigh just 162 grams. The Pixel 10, meanwhile, keeps its signature look with the horizontal camera bar, but doesn't change much physically from the Pixel 9. Compared to the iPhone, we expect the Pixel to be slightly larger and heftier. It's rumored to feature Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and a similar aluminum build as its predecessor, with rounded corners and possibly a new camera phones are expected to retain IP68 water and dust resistance, with USB-C ports. Neither phone will have a charger in the box, as usual. Color options for both remain unconfirmed, but Apple usually introduces at least one new finish each year. The Pixel will likely stick with Google's playful tones. Display Differences Both the iPhone 17 and Pixel 10 are expected to feature 120Hz OLED panels, but Apple may slightly scale back from last year's brightness peak. The iPhone 17 is expected to come with the same display panel that adorned the iPhone 16 Pro, which came with a 2,000 nits peak brightness. On the other hand, the Pixel 10 may keep the Pixel 9 's impressive 2,700 nits. The iPhone 17 may use a newer display driver and design that reduces bezel size slightly, while Google appears to be sticking with last year's uniform but thicker bezels. However, the Pixel 10 display could improve in flicker handling with a higher PWM rate, reducing eye strain. Biometric authentication will differ too: Face ID for the iPhone, and an upgraded ultrasonic fingerprint scanner for the Pixel. The Pixel 10 's biggest gamble this year is its chipset. The new Tensor G5 is Google's first fully custom-designed chip, built by TSMC using its advanced second-gen 3nm node. It's expected to bring big improvements in performance and efficiency, along with a GPU shift to Imagination Technologies' DXT-48-1536, which could potentially boost ray tracing and graphical iPhone 17 , on the other hand, will likely upgrade to the A19 chip, but it will still be built on a 3nm process, possibly the second-gen N3E node. Apple's chip is expected to offer modest improvements in thermal efficiency and battery life over the A18. On the software side, iOS 18 will still be missing key features like Siri 2.0, which might not launch until 2026. Meanwhile, the Pixel 10 will debut Android 16 and Pixel Sense, an entirely on-device smart assistant that taps into Gmail, Calendar, and other Google services for context-aware help. Both devices are expected to support 7 years of software updates. Apple is rumored to stick with a dual-camera system on the iPhone 17 : a 48 MP main sensor and a 12 MP ultra-wide. Still no telephoto here… Google, surprisingly, is going triple-camera on the Pixel 10 for the first time. But there's a twist: the main and ultra-wide sensors may be downgrades compared to the Pixel 9 . The main is a 50 MP Samsung GN8, and the ultra-wide is a 13 MP Sony IMX712, both of which are used in cheaper Pixel phones. The new addition is a telephoto lens — an 11 MP Samsung 3J1 with modest zoom. The Pixel 10 will probably lean heavily on software to compensate for the downgraded sensors. New AI features like 'Speak-to-Tweak' for fast editing and 'Video Generative ML' for a simplified video editing are expected, as well as improved video capture thanks to the Tensor G5. Google may also introduce 4K60 HDR video recording, which would be a big upgrade. The iPhone 17 will likely retain Apple's consistent photo and video quality, but without major hardware changes, it may not be a huge leap over the iPhone 15 or 16. That said, reports claim a new 24 MP selfie camera is on the way, which will mean even higher quality video calls. The increase in resolution is also good news if you vlog or live-stream with your phone. The Pixel 10 is expected to pack a 4,700 mAh battery, while the iPhone 17 will likely keep a ~3,600 mAh one. Google's larger cell could result in longer battery life, although that wasn't the case for their predecessors, where the Pixel did last about 30 minutes more in our tests. The Pixel 10 could also finally support Qi2 wireless charging, which offers more efficient energy transfer thanks to magnetic alignment. That said, rumor has it that users will need a case to utilize that feature. Meanwhile, Apple's MagSafe continues to be one of the most refined wireless charging systems in the market. Here's a quick overview of the expected iPhone 17 vs Pixel 10 specs: The Pixel 10 has a lot more going for it on paper — besides the chipset, which we expect to be significantly less powerful in terms of raw performance. But the rest of the spec sheet? Yeah, the iPhone 17 will have a tough time competing with it. The iPhone 17 will represent a significant point in the history of base iPhone models, but not so much in the grand scheme of things. It'll be thinner, lighter, and more elegant than ever, bringing a familiar Apple experience, finally rocking a smooth display after years of waiting. The Pixel 10 , on the other hand, is more ambitious. It's Google's first phone with a fully custom chip, it will come with a new assistant called Pixel Sense, and a triple-camera system—even if the sensors themselves don't scream 'flagship.' Its $799 price could deliver more raw hardware for the money, especially if you value AI features and battery life. Both phones, however, will have a whole different feeling to them if the rumors about a $100 price hike come to fruition. With both companies having such capable mid-rangers in the face of the Pixel 9a and iPhone 16e, it's not too farfetched of a possibility. But if I had to compare which of the two is the more exciting device, I would say that the Pixel 10 is hands down the one. I am curious to see how its cameras perform, especially that new telephoto one. For now, though, It's looking like a fun future comparison, and possibly a monumental one.
