Sony unveils trio of new Xperia smartphones
Sony has announced a trio of smartphones that take advantage of the firm’s high-end digital camera technology as it looks to boost its mobile business.
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Nokia unveils six new smartphones in line-up revamp
Nokia has unveiled six new smartphones in one of the firm’s largest launches to date, including an entry-level smartphone costing just £79.
Apple Arcade service expands with more than 30 new games
More than 30 games have been added to Apple’s gaming platform in a major update to the service.
Samsung unveils Galaxy A52 5G and A72 as latest mid-tier smartphones
Samsung has unveiled its latest “industry-leading” mid-range smartphones as the tech giant looks to appeal to younger users.
Oppo unveils Find X3 phone range to challenge Apple and Samsung
Chinese smartphone-maker Oppo has unveiled its latest flagship range of “trailblazing” handsets as the company looks to establish itself in the UK.
Huawei announces Mate X2 foldable phone
Huawei has unveiled its latest foldable smartphone, with the Chinese manufacturer appearing to have taken design inspiration from rival Samsung.
Microsoft’s Surface Duo foldable phone to go on sale in UK from next week
Microsoft’s new foldable Surface Duo smartphone goes on sale in the UK from next week, the firm has revealed.
New campaign to dispel 5G health myths launched
A public information campaign designed to dispel myths around 5G and ease concerns around the technology has been launched by the mobile industry’s trade body.
Apple urges users to make security upgrade to devices
Apple is urging iPhone and iPad users to update their devices to fix security flaws that might have been “actively exploited” by hackers.
Mobile operators to build and share 200 new masts to boost phone signal
Three of the UK’s biggest mobile network operators have unveiled plans to build and share more than 200 new mobile masts in an effort to improve phone signal in rural areas.
Should you buy… the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra?
Samsung’s 2021 flagship smartphones are here, earlier than usual, with the tech giant looking to get a jump on its rivals.
New Wallace and Gromit AR app offers ‘new form of storytelling’
A new Wallace and Gromit adventure uses augmented reality to create a “new form of storytelling”, its creators have said as the story launches as a free app.
How does the new Samsung Galaxy S21 series compare to its rivals?
Samsung has announced its new flagship S21 series phones, hailing their ability to offer new levels of connectivity and productivity to users.
Samsung announces new flagship S21 series phones
Samsung has revealed a trio of new flagship smartphones, with the company pushing their 5G and connectivity abilities as the world increasingly takes to remote working and living.
Samsung prepares to unveil latest flagship smartphones
Samsung will unveil its new line-up of flagship smartphones later on Thursday, as experts raise questions about the public desire for premium phones during a pandemic.
Should you buy… The iPhone 12 mini or iPhone 12 Pro Max?
In a bumper year for the iPhone, a wider range of models than ever and the introduction of 5G connectivity are just two ways of luring people in.
Oppo previews rollable screen concept smartphone
Chinese phone maker Oppo has unveiled a new concept smartphone which includes a rollable screen as an alternative to foldable devices.
Should you buy… The iPhone 12?
Apple’s “new era” of iPhones have been given a new look and 5G compatibility for the first time, and the first of the new devices show plenty of promise.
Xiaomi unveils UK’s ‘most affordable’ 5G smartphone
Chinese phone maker Xiaomi has announced what it says is the “most affordable 5G smartphone” in the UK, ahead of the first 5G iPhone going on sale this week.
Apple brings iPhone medical records feature to UK
An iPhone feature allowing users to view and store their medical records on their smartphone is being introduced to the UK.
Tech-addicted north-east families wanted for new BBC show
A new TV series is looking for people who are struggling to beat their addictions to their screens.
Huawei criticises latest US trade restrictions
Huawei has accused the United States of damaging the global technology industry and targeting individual companies after it extended trading restrictions placed on the Chinese firm.
US ban restricting Huawei from using Android extended until May 2021
Huawei has been barred from fully using Android for at least another 12 months, after Donald Trump extended his executive order banning US firms from working with companies deemed a national security risk.
Google reveals Ireland’s most searched for topics about lockdown release
Irish people were most concerned about when they could go to the hairdresser as the coronavirus lockdown is eased, according to Google Trends.
Steve Carell explains the ‘atypical’ origins of new Netflix comedy Space Force
Steve Carell has revealed the “atypical” origins of new Netflix series Space Force, saying it was presented to him with “no idea aside from the title”.
Fortnite added to Play Store over Google ‘disadvantage’ row
Fortnite can be downloaded through the Google Play Store for the first time, after developers blamed Google for putting software not on the platform at a “disadvantage”.
Ricky Gervais eager to make third series of After Life
Ricky Gervais has said that After Life is the first of his comedies that has made him to want to make a third series.
Should you buy… The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G?
Samsung’s 2020 flagship smartphone places the emphasis on the camera, with the top-of-the-range S20 Ultra 5G the biggest and most powerful offering.
Apple unveils new £419 iPhone SE
Apple has unveiled a new version of its affordable iPhone SE, which will cost £419 when it goes on sale on April 17.
Huawei defends role in UK’s 5G network
Chinese hi-tech company Huawei has defended its role in the development of 5G in the UK.