Mobile Phones

After fingerprint scanners, could selfie cameras go under screen next?

It seems like the tech world is patiently waiting for fingerprint scanners to go under the screen. In fact, CES 2018 saw Vivo demonstrate…

Hisense P9 confirmed, but what about SA release? [Exclusive]

Hisense is known for its cheap yet rugged smartphones, such as the C30 Rock (review) and Infinity KO. So we weren’t completely surprised to…

These smartphones support HDR streaming on Netflix, Amazon

Update, January 2018: Netflix has since added the Razer Phone to its list of HDR-compatible devices. Original article: Earlier this year, the LG G6…

RCS: move to replace SMS gets major boost with Huawei

The RCS messaging protocol is seen by many as the successor to SMS, offering a variety of advantages over the legacy technology. Google has…

Meizu M6s revealed, packing mid-range Samsung chip

Meizu has traditionally relied on Samsung’s Exynos chips for some of their phones, so it’s no surprise to see the new Meizu M6s packs one….

LG responds to ‘inaccurate’ G7 do-over report [Exclusive]

Earlier this week, a report claimed that LG CEO Jo Seong-jin ordered a revision of the company’s upcoming G7 flagship phone. The Korean Herald, citing an employee who…

Nokia 3 review: the Redmi 4A should be your first choice

HMD brought Nokia-branded smartphones back to life in 2017, and it seems like the move has paid off already. Between the attractive price tags and…

Galaxy S8: report claims 3.5mm headphone jack is no more

Samsung is obviously hard at work on its 2017 flagships, but the company is apparently taking its cues from Apple for the Galaxy S8….

Lenovo ZUK Edge launching today – what to expect?

Lenovo’s ZUK sub-brand has been making waves over the past year or so, in large part due to solid devices like the ZUK Z2 Pro….

Hisense A2: a phone with an e-ink display on the back

Hisense has been making a few capable yet well-priced smartphones over the last few years, such as the Infinity Pure 1 and the more…

Google Pixel: Cellucity cancels preorders

Cellucity has cancelled preorders for the Google Pixel smartphones, it told customers in a recent email. According to the email, obtained by Gearburn from…

Onyx Connect: SA firm to manufacture phones locally

A South African smartphone firm is aiming to manufacture mobile devices in South Africa, according to a new report. Onyx Connect will begin local…

MediaTek Helio X23, X27: 2017 flagship chips break cover

We’ve already seen Qualcomm announce the Snapdragon 835 chip for flagship phones. Now, rival MediaTek has revealed its 2017 chips as well, in the…

AMOLED vs LCD: which screen is best for your smartphone?

Not all smartphone displays are created equally, owing to things like resolution and other factors. But one of the more notable differentiators is the type…

Meizu Pro 6 Plus: a Chinese phone with the S7’s brains

Chinese manufacturer Meizu has quietly been making a name for itself over the years thanks to its sensibly priced, capable smartphones. It also stands out…

OnePlus unboxes smartphone in fighter jet, because reasons

Chinese smartphone firm OnePlus has been on a roll this year, launching the OnePlus 3 to critical acclaim. The company has also launched the…

LG V20 review: the definitive live gig smartphone?

The LG G5 (review) was a rare misstep of sorts for the South Korean firm, delivering an innovative but ultimately flawed design and pricey…

Xiaomi Redmi 2 for R999 is definitely worth a buy

Xiaomi’s Redmi 2 and Redmi 2 Pro are two of the best value-for-money smartphones in South Africa right now. At R1499 and R1899 respectively,…

LeEco: fast-rising mobile manufacturer in dire straits?

The name LeEco shouldn’t ring a bell for the average consumer, but for those in the know, it’s another standout Chinese brand. And with…

Snapdragon 835 specs leaked: how many cores will it have?

We already know that the Snapdragon 835 processor, expected to power many flagship phones next year, will be manufactured on a 10nm process. Now,…

HTC 10 Evo: International version of Bolt coming? [Update]

The HTC Bolt was revealed earlier this month, being exclusive to the US Sprint network. Now, new information suggests that it will see a…

Snapdragon 835: Qualcomm’s next high-end chip revealed

Qualcomm chips are found in tons of smartphones around the world, being the de facto choice for many flagship devices. Now, the company has…

Global smartphone sales spike as Samsung, Apple lose ground

China’s smartphone makers are slowly eating into Samsung and Apple’s global market share, this according to a new report by Gartner. Globally, smartphone sales…

GPT 5.2 lands in the API and could reshape how SA builds with AI

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HONOR’s customer first strategy is reshaping South Africa’s smartphone market

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