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The phones with best speakers (Updated July 2021)

If you value audio quality, you'll love these phones!

Jul 28, 2021, 9:06 AM, by Radoslav Minkov, 11 comments

Best Asus phones in 2021

In a smartphone world where Apple and Samsung are calling the shots, it’s really refreshing to see what an underdog (of sorts) can do. Here’s our list of the best Asus phones you can get in 2021!

Jul 21, 2021, 7:39 AM, by Mariyan Slavov, 0 comments

Android 11 starts rolling out to the beastly Asus ROG Phone 3 at last

Last year's hardcore gaming-friendly Asus ROG Phone 3 is finally being updated to Android 11... in Taiwan for starters.

Jul 21, 2021, 4:54 AM, by Adrian Diaconescu, 1 comment

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Blind Camera Comparison 2021 results: iPhone 12 vs Galaxy S21 vs ZenFone 8 vs Pixel 5

Spec sheets are one thing, but there’s nothing like a good blind study, as every scientific person would tell you. This time around we’re pitting 4 phones against each other and asking you to pick your favorite photos and crown a winner.

Jul 20, 2021, 5:14 AM, by Mariyan Slavov, 16 comments

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Auto-rotate greatly improved on Android 12 beta 3, available today for certain non-Pixel phones

Android 12 beta 3 was released today for Pixel 3 phones and newer, and for various other Android phones including those made by OnePlus, ASUS, ZTE and more.

Jul 14, 2021, 8:40 PM, by Alan Friedman, 4 comments

Qualcomm unveils its first-ever 'Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders' (yes, really)

Qualcomm's first-ever Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders is designed by Asus and will be released in a limited quantity in the US next month at an extravagant $1,500 price.

Jul 08, 2021, 12:41 PM, by Adrian Diaconescu, 1 comment

The unusually compact and affordable Asus ZenFone 8 with 5G is now available in the US

The iPhone 12 mini-rivaling Asus ZenFone 8 is up for grabs in the US at a very reasonable recommended price of $629.99 that you can easily mark down by 30 bucks.

Jun 29, 2021, 9:43 AM, by Adrian Diaconescu, 1 comment

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Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 vs Galaxy Buds 1: Differences we expect so far

Jul 26, 2021, 8:32 AM, by Radoslav Minkov

Should you wait for the upcoming Galaxy Buds 2 or just pick up the ones that are already out? We compare the two to find out.

Samsung Galaxy A12 Review: Cheap can be fun

Jul 23, 2021, 10:00 AM, by Viktor Yankov

Now, I know we mostly show more expensive devices here, but this time, we got our hands on one of the cheapest if not the cheapest new options from Samsung, the Galaxy A12.

OnePlus Nord 2 vs Nord 1

Jul 23, 2021, 10:00 AM, by Victor Hristov

The OnePlus Nord 2 has big shoes to fill: the original OnePlus Nord was among the best in the $400 price segment, and the Nord 2 brings improvements with a new processor, improved camera and a nearly 10% larger battery...

OnePlus Nord 2 vs Samsung Galaxy A52 5G

Jul 22, 2021, 11:50 AM, by Victor Hristov

The OnePlus Nord 2 vs Galaxy A52 5G: these two mid-range phones are your best choices in this price class, but what are the differences and which one has better cameras and battery life?...

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OnePlus Nord 2 Review: do you even need a flagship?

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Jul 22, 2021, 9:46 AM, by Victor Hristov

The Nord 2 is OnePlus' best mid-range phone that ups the ante with a new processor that is much faster than the average for this price class, it brings big improvements to the camera system, and even a larger battery...

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OnePlus Nord N200 5G Review: Budget excellence with one compromise

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Jul 19, 2021, 9:45 AM, by Eugene Jeong

OnePlus’s Nord series has brought the brand’s blend of value and trendsetting features to more accessible price points. Continuing this trend, the new Nord N200 5G arrives at just $240, with a sleek design, superb display, and excellent battery life...

iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Galaxy S21 Ultra: what we know so far

Jul 13, 2021, 9:05 AM, by Victor Hristov

The iPhone 13 Pro Max shapes up to be a handsome upgrade, but can it take on the Android powerhouse that is the Galaxy S21 Ultra and its zoom camera? We dive deep in the differences between the two...

iPhone 13 Pro Max vs iPhone 12 Pro Max: what we know so far

Jul 13, 2021, 7:50 AM, by Victor Hristov

The iPhone 13 Pro Max brings a bigger battery, faster performance and a 120Hz ProMotion display, but is it worth upgrading from the iPhone 12 Pro Max?...

iPhone 13 vs iPhone 12: biggest differences expected so far

Jul 13, 2021, 7:42 AM, by Victor Hristov

What new features does the iPhone 13 offer vs iPhone 12? And what are the differences between the two?...

Google Pixel 6 vs Apple iPhone 13: What to expect

Jul 13, 2021, 2:54 AM, by Victor Hristov

The Google Pixel 6 might be a legitimate threat to the iPhone 13, but what are the key differences?...

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE vs Galaxy S21

Jul 07, 2021, 10:34 AM, by Daniel Petrov

With the S21 FE, Samsung will want to repeat the S20 FE popularity but has it cut the right corners to face its Galaxy S21 inspiration with equal success?

Sony Xperia 1 III vs Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra

Jul 07, 2021, 8:01 AM, by Victor Hristov

The Sony Xperia 1 III comes with a brand new zoom camera, but how does it compare against the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra and its "Space Zoom"?...

Asus starts selling an affordable iPad rival with a detachable keyboard and built-in stylus

Despite being priced at a very reasonable $370 and up in the US, the Asus Chromebook Detachable CM3 comes with a keyboard, stylus, and stand cover included as standard.

Jun 09, 2021, 11:21 AM, by Adrian Diaconescu, 1 comment

Supposed Snapdragon-branded Asus gaming phone surfaces online

Snapdragon-branded Asus gaming phone possibly on the horizon after surfaced images from China’s TENAA regulatory body.

Jun 02, 2021, 10:25 AM, by Aleksandar Anastasov, 2 comments

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The beastly Asus ROG Phone 5 with 5G is available in the US at a not-so-excessive price

Formally announced around two and a half months ago, the hardcore gaming-friendly Asus ROG Phone 5 with 5G and 16GB RAM is finally up for grabs in the US at $999.99.

May 25, 2021, 1:38 PM, by Adrian Diaconescu, 5 comments

Here are the first non-Pixel phones eligible for Android 12 Beta

If you're determined to put Android 12 Beta on your phone and don't own a Pixel phone, here are all the eligible devices that have been confirmed until now.

May 18, 2021, 11:33 PM, by Cosmin Vasile, 0 comments

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The stories behind smartphone brand names: Apple, Samsung, Google, Nokia, Xiaomi, and more

Let's take a trip around the world and find out where some of the most popular smartphone/tech brand names come from: Apple, Samsung, Google, Xiaomi, Huawei, Nokia, Sony, LG, and more

May 17, 2021, 9:39 AM, by Martin Filipov, 3 comments

Asus announces the Zenfone 8 series - starring David and Goliath

The Zenfone 8 comes in a surprisingly small package, while the Zenfone 8 Flip continues the all-display legacy of the company. Both models are equipped with a Snapdragon 888 chipset.

May 12, 2021, 12:34 PM, by Mariyan Slavov, 3 comments

The Asus ZenFone 8 could be much cheaper than Apple's iPhone 12 mini

The Asus ZenFone 8's price has leaked for Europe and it turns out the compact phone could be considerably cheaper than Apple's iPhone 12 mini.

May 11, 2021, 4:56 AM, by Joshua Swingle, 2 comments

Asus Zenfone 8 Mini full specs leaked ahead of official reveal

The next Asus flagship shapes up to be a great device, at least on paper. Despite having Mini in its name, there's very little that's “mini” inside Asus' ZenFone 8.

May 10, 2021, 11:49 PM, by Cosmin Vasile, 0 comments

Specs, renders leak for upcoming ASUS ZenFone 8 and ZenFone 8 Flip

A leak reveals what we can expect from phone manufacturer ASUS on May 12th. We should see the unveiling of the ZenFone 8 Flip with a camera array that flips from the back to the front of the handset, and the ZenFone 8 "compact" model.

May 05, 2021, 12:57 PM, by Alan Friedman, 3 comments

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Best Black Friday 2021 deals from Best Buy: our expectations

Get the latest and greatest savings on phones, tablets, smartwatches and more! Here are all of the best Black Friday 2021 deals from Best Buy that you can expect.

May 03, 2021, 9:44 PM, by Iskra Petrova, 3 comments

Asus Zenfone 8 Mini rumored to come with a big battery and lots of RAM

Per a new report, the Asus Zenfone 8 Mini will come in five memory variants and it will have a 4.000mAh battery with fast charging support.

Apr 30, 2021, 12:55 PM, by Anam Hamid, 9 comments

Asus teases 120Hz display in Zenfone 8 with an enigmatic tweet

The latest teaser that Asus posted asks the question “How much smoothness can you find in a phone?” The word “smoothness” is visualized with an enormous number of “O”s, so we decided to count them.

Apr 28, 2021, 1:39 AM, by Mariyan Slavov, 0 comments

Asus teases compact yet powerful Zenfone 8 with a cute invite

The Zenfone 8 launch will be happening on May 12, 01:00 PM Eastern Time, and we should be expecting a compact device.

Apr 23, 2021, 10:01 AM, by Mariyan Slavov, 5 comments

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Does phone speaker quality matter to you?

Join the conversation and let us know if the quality of your phone's speaker(s) is important to you. Is sound quality something you consider before buying?

Apr 23, 2021, 5:45 AM, by Radoslav Minkov, 35 comments

Asus ZenFone 8 Mini expected to be powered by Snapdragon 888

The Asus ZenFone 8 Mini has been spotted on Geekbench and the listing has confirmed the phone's core specs.

Apr 22, 2021, 9:11 PM, by Anam Hamid, 1 comment

Best gaming phones (2021)

Here we have smartphones that excel at mobile gaming! You can't go wrong with these phones' fantastic performance, displays, speakers and features.

Apr 07, 2021, 6:50 AM, by Radoslav Minkov, 3 comments

Asus is rolling out an infuriatingly late Android 11 update to its newest flagships

After surprisingly taking care of 2019's ZenFone 6 back in December 2020, Asus is finally deploying Android 11 goodies to the newer ZenFone 7 and ZenFone 7 Pro.

Mar 25, 2021, 2:40 PM, by Adrian Diaconescu, 0 comments

Asus Zenfone 8 series to bring an iPhone 12 Mini competitor

The Asus ZenFone 8 series is expected to include three phones, including a smaller model. This Asus ZenFone 8 Mini, as it might be called, is expected to have the powerful Snapdragon 888 chip and the company's signature flip-out camera module.

Mar 19, 2021, 6:31 AM, by Martin Filipov, 3 comments

Asus ROG Phone 5 battery tested: is this the new battery champ?

The Asus ROG Phone 5 comes with a massive, 6,000mAh battery and we test its battery life...

Mar 10, 2021, 5:49 AM, by Victor Hristov, 0 comments

Game on! The Asus ROG Phone 5 goes official!

The latest iteration of the gaming phone from Asus comes in three flavors and features cool looks, raw power, amazing stamina, and one of the most responsive displays in the industry.

Mar 10, 2021, 5:15 AM, by Mariyan Slavov, 1 comment

SK hynix’s 18GB LPDDR5: world’s largest mobile memory modules enter mass production

The first device to feature the 18GB LPDDR5 DRAMs is going to be the Asus ROG Phone 5 which is to be unveiled on the 10th of March. Compared to the previous generation of mobile memory chips made by SK hynix, the new product is almost 20% speedier, able to achieve pin speeds of up to 6400Mbps -- vs 5500Mbps in the older chips. Also, the new chips have the bandwidth to move ten 5GB Full-HD video clips in a second. So far, the largest capacity DRAM modules available to the mobile phone industry included 16GB of DRAM.

Mar 08, 2021, 5:59 AM, by Ventsislav Dyankov, 0 comments

Geekbench listing reveals Asus ROG Phone 5's dizzying RAM count

It could be the first phone to offer 18GB of RAM.

Mar 02, 2021, 9:49 AM, by Anam Hamid, 3 comments

Asus ROG Phone 5 to be officially unveiled in March

To confirm previous reports, Asus announced that the ROG Phone 5 (not ROG Phone 4) will be officially unveiled on March 9.

Feb 18, 2021, 3:28 PM, by Cosmin Vasile, 3 comments

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