Welcome to the Mobile Phones and Accessories category on our blog, your go-to resource for staying current with the ever-evolving landscape of mobile tech. From top-of-the-range smartphones to essential accessories that elevate your mobile experience, this category serves as a comprehensive guide to help you make the best choices.
Relevant Brands: Samsung, Google Pixel, OnePlus, Xiaomi, Oppo
Explore the versatility and openness of Android smartphones, featuring flagship models, mid-rangers, and budget-friendly options. Whether you’re into Samsung’s Galaxy S series for its high-end specs or a purist who loves Google Pixel’s software-centric approach, the Android ecosystem offers something for everyone.
If a seamless user experience and premium design are your priorities, iPhones stand out as the go-to option. Dive deep into the latest models and understand what sets Apple apart in both hardware and software integration.
Relevant Brands: OtterBox, Spigen, Case-Mate
Phone cases offer both flair and functionality. From the robust protection provided by OtterBox to the sleek designs from Spigen, find out which case fits your lifestyle best.
Relevant Brands: Qualcomm, MediaTek, Apple
Understand the engine that powers your smartphone. From Qualcomm’s versatile Snapdragon series to MediaTek’s budget-friendly yet powerful chips, we break down what’s ticking inside your device.
Relevant Brands: Anker, Xiaomi, RAVPower
Discover how to keep your devices juiced up on the go. Whether it’s the high-capacity solutions from Anker or the fast-charging capabilities of Xiaomi’s Mi Power Bank, we’ve got you covered.
Relevant Brands: Anker, Belkin, AUKEY
Charging has never been more versatile. Uncover the different types of USB chargers that offer fast and efficient power delivery, from trusted brands like Anker and Belkin.
Relevant Brands: Belkin, Samsung, Anker
Get rid of the cables and move into the future with wireless charging solutions. Whether it’s a charging pad from Belkin or a multi-device charging dock from Samsung, we guide you through your options.
Relevant Brands: Anker, Satechi, UGREEN
Expand the capabilities of your mobile device with a wide range of USB peripherals. From On-The-Go (OTG) adapters to portable hubs, we detail how these accessories can enhance your mobile experience.
So, whether you’re an Android devotee, an Apple aficionado, or simply seeking the best accessories to complement your device, this category is designed to provide you with the most current, objective, and comprehensive information. Happy exploring!
Following the announcement of the MediaTek Dimensity 1200, Realme were quick to tease a new phone based on the chipset, which was later confirmed to be the Realme X9 Pro. Perhaps to get ahead of unofficial leaks, Realme have sent out the exact specification of their two new flagship devices, the X9 Pro, and then…
I have already looked at how the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 & 1100 improve on the previous generation Dimensity 1000+, and how they compare with the Snapdragon 888 and Exynos 2100. However, the new Dimensity chipsets may be more comparable to the just-announced Snapdragon 870. In terms of overall performance, it seems unlikely the MediaTek Dimensity…
Today, Mediatek took the wraps off its latest two flagship chipsets for 2021. I have already covered how they improved on the Dimensity 1000+, but how do they compare with the Qualcomm and Samsung chipsets you find on the likes of the Galaxy S21 and Xiaomi Mi 11. MediaTek Dimensity 1200 & 1100 vs Qualcomm…
Today, MediaTek has announced two brand new chipsets targeting high-end devices, the Dimensity 1200 and Dimensity 1100. While these chipsets offer improvement from the previous generation, the main thing I am hoping for is that they are more widely adopted in the global market, providing an affordable alternative to flagship phones based on Qualcomm and…
Today, Qualcomm took the wraps of their latest chipset which sits somewhere in a no man’s of being last years tech and flagship spec. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 snapdragon follows a similar trend we have seen from both Qualcomm and MediaTek in the past couple of years. Take an old chipset, tweak it by…
Samsung has officially taken the wraps off their main flagship devices of the year, the Galaxy S21, Plus, Ultra. The devices have been widely leaked, so there is not much to reveal here, but official UK pricing is now confirmed as £769/£949/£1149. While the design has changed a bit and the new devices use the…
Later today, Samsung will unveil their flagship Samsung Galaxy S21, this is traditionally the first phone to feature the latest flagship chipset from Qualcomm with all other brands trying to play catch up. This year, however, Xiaomi beat them to it, with a couple of caveats. The Xiaomi Mi 11 was announced just before the…
Yesterday at CES 2021, Samsung formally announced its flagship mobile chipset for the year, the Exynos 2100. In previous years, Samsung has developed its own performance CPU microarchitecture for these chipsets, but that division has now been closed down, and Samsung are using Arm’s Cortex cores such as the new X1. The decision to ditch…
TCL do a lot more than TV’s, in 2020, they expanded their mobile line up with the TCL 10 series, which were favourably received by publications. I found that the TCL 10 Pro offered one of the best screens on the market at its price point. The TCL 10 5G offered genuine competition against more…
Yesterday, Xiaomi announced their latest affordable 5G phone, the Redmi Note 9T 5G. This is the second phone to become available in Europe featuring that 7nm MediaTek Dimensity 800U chipset, previously, the Realme 7 5G launched in November featuring this excellent 5G chipset. There are now three phones in the UK/EU feature Dimensity chipsets, with…
Not everyone has the hardware to play Cyberpunk 2077, or even cares about it. If you are using older hardware, or just want something free and easily accessible to play in 2021, there are plenty of excellent choices. With Adobe recently killing off Flash (and you shouldn’t have been using Flash for years), many browser…
Yesterday Qualcomm announced its latest 5G chipset, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480, which represents quite a significant moment for 5G. Qualcomm is now all-in with 5G across its product line-up. 5G is here to stay whether you like it or not, and it has gone mainstream. Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 vs Snapdragon 460 Ignoring the 5G aspects,…
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