This is the OnePlus Watch 2, and it looks incredible
OnePlus has given us our first glimpse of its next smartwatch. It looks quite elegant and fresh, but it’s the battery life claim that gives us the most hope.
A smartphone company you haven’t heard of has big plans for 2024
Tecno was one of the more interesting smartphone companies in 2023. Now, it has big plans to make its 2024 even more exciting.
The next OnePlus smartwatch is coming soon with a big upgrade
It seems we don't have long to wait to see the new OnePlus Watch 2. OnePlus's new watch also looks to have a big advantage the first watch didn't have, too.
We may see the Nothing Phone 3 in just a couple of months
Are you ready for the Nothing Phone 3? You better be, because we may learn more about the upcoming smartphone very soon.
Digital Trends’ Top Tech of MWC 2023 Awards
These are our picks for the best announcements of MWC 2023.
Oppo Find X2 launches with whopping 3K-resolution screen
Oppo launched the Find X2 smartphone on March 6, a new date following MWC 2020's cancellation. The phone has a 3K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate screen.
Widescreen Xperia 1 II super phone is full of Sony’s camera and visual expertise
Sony has now revealed the Xperia 1 II and the Xperia 10 II. The phones would have kicked off the first day at MWC 2020, had the show not been canceled.
LG’s next flagship phone, the V60 ThinQ, leaks after MWC cancellation
LG’s next flagship phone, the LG V60 ThinQ, has broken cover in a new leaked press render. It features a tiny notch, gold frame, and a Google Assistant button.
Digital Trends Live: MWC cancellation, fact-checking Facebook, and more
On this Digital Trends Live, we discuss the biggest trending stories in tech, including the cancellation of the MWC, Reuters fact-checks Facebook, and more.
Digital Trends Live: MWC update, Galaxy Unpacked recap, custom emojis, and more
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we discuss the top stories in tech, including an update on the Mobile World Conference, and a Samsung Galaxy recap.
HTC Vive Cosmos Elite hands-on review: External tracking returns
HTC has launched a series of new "faceplates" for the Vive Cosmos. A new high-end bundle, the Cosmos Elite, adds support for external tracking.
GSMA confirms Ericsson pulling out of MWC could have further impact on the show
Swedish telecoms giant Ericsson has pulled out Mobile Word Congress because of fears around the ongoing coronavirus outbreak. It joins LG and ZTE in doing so.
Motorola’s next flagship with 90Hz wraparound screen previewed in new leak
A new leak offers the first look at the Motorola Edge+. It will reportedly feature a curved screen that wraps around the edges along with a 90Hz refresh rate.
ZTE will skip Mobile World Congress press conference due to coronavirus outbreak
ZTE has announced the cancellation of its Mobile World Congress press conference, citing secondary issues associated with the coronavirus, like difficulty getting visas and arranging travel. The company also says that it wants to avoid making people uncomfortable. The outbreak has so far killed over 400.
Huawei Mate X2 folding phone patent shows big design change over the original
The Huawei Mate X2 is rumored to launch this year. Patents show it may be closer to the Galaxy Fold than the Mate X, featuring a stylus and six camera lenses.
Oppo’s smartwatch gets casually outed, and looks more than a little familiar
Oppo has casually given us an early look at its upcoming smartwatch. An image posted on social media in China reveals the watch will have a design reminiscent of the Apple Watch. There's a strong chance the wearable will be official at MWC 2020.
Motorola’s next phone may be a rival to the Samsung Galaxy Note series
According to a new leak, Motorola's next phone may end up being a rival to the Samsung Galaxy Note series. The leak shows an image of a phone with an edge-to-edge display and a stylus, along with Android 10. Not much else is known about the phone beyond what's shown in the image.
Android 11: Everything you need to know
It won't be dessert-themed, but Android 11 will still be sweet. Here's what we know about Google’s next mobile phone OS.
A special group of artists have given Honor’s MagicWatch 2 the style it needed
Honor has enlisted a group of artists to give its MagicWatch smartwatch the individuality it so badly needs. Six artists have created a new collection for Honor, with custom artwork extending from the watch face on to the strap itself. The new models will be showcased during Mobile World Congress.
Qualcomm says 2020 is the year 5G will finally go mainstream
Qualcomm is all-in on 5G and thinks you will be too soon enough. Company president Cristiano Amon expects 200 million 5G smartphones to ship in 2020. Fixed wireless and 5G PCs are here as well, including a newly anounced laptop from Lenovo. The company sees 2020 as the year consumers truly embrace 5G.
TCL Communication is a sleeping giant about to awaken, and 5G is its alarm clock
At CES, TCL Communication gave us a preview of the new smartphones it will launch at MWC 2020, which will also be sold in North America. The new TCL 10 range includes a sub-$500 5G version, and it turns out that the new network technology is critical not only to TCL's new phones, but also the timing of its global expansion.
Here are our picks of the best phones of MWC 2019
With lots of buzz about 5G and folding phones, and a host of events from the top manufacturers in the business, the best phones of MWC 2019 were always going to be exciting. Join us for a closer look at the smartphones that caught our attention at this year's Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.
Digital Trends Live: MWC 2019, ezCater, and an Apple streaming service
On episode 76 of Digital Trends Live, we discussed trending news like the best products from Mobile World Congress 2019, and sat down with John Hall of Calendar.com and Briscoe Rodgers of EzCater to discuss how tech is changing the ways businesses and people live their lives.
LG’s V50 ThinQ demo shows potential of 5G for viewing live concerts
We hear a lot about how 5G is going to change our lives, but don't often see an effective demonstrations of what it can do. At MWC 2019, LG simulated how the hyperfast connection and low latency will transform the way we watch live concerts, especially on mobile devices.
Nokia 4.2 vs. Nokia 3.2 vs. Nokia 1 Plus: Trio of budget phones compared
HMD Global has been turning out some great budget Android phones under the Nokia brand, and the latest trio all come in at less than $200. Find out precisely what you get for your money as we compare the Nokia 4.2, Nokia 3.2, and the Nokia 1 Plus to determine which is best and exactly how they differ.
Samsung Galaxy S10 5G hands-on review
The question of whether to buy a 5G phone in 2019 is complex. The Galaxy S10 5G will be one of the first 5G phones on all major carriers, but it’s also going to be among the most expensive in Samsung’s new Galaxy lineup. We break down what it’s like, and whether you should wait or buy into the next-gen network.
Nubia Alpha Hands-on review
The Nubia Alpha is the maddest wearable we’ve seen in a while. Described as a wearable smartphone, it has a 4-inch flexible screen that wraps around the top of your wrist, gesture controls so you don’t have to touch the screen, and even a camera. The style won’t be for everyone, and the price makes it a hard sell.
OnePlus, Qualcomm launch contest to help developers create 5G apps of tomorrow
We've seen a lot of exciting 5G hardware at MWC 2019 -- but what about the software? OnePlus is partnering with Qualcomm and British telecoms company EE to offer app developers the chance to create apps that take full advantage of 5G's strengths, and some serious support is on offer for the winners.
Look but don’t touch: OnePlus’ 5G prototype phone sits behind glass at MWC 2019
OnePlus has a phone at Mobile World Congress, but we don't know what it's called. It's obstructed in a way that only lets you see the screen, and that's because it's a 5G prototype showing off the capabilities of the next-generation network, such as cloud gaming with mobile phones.
With virtual collectible pins at MWC, Google shows how AR will change navigation
Google is working on a compelling use for augmented reality: To help us navigate around large and complex areas. And it's using fun collectible AR pins at MWC 2019 to demonstrate it. On the surface, it's just for fun, but underneath is tech that could change the way we use Google Maps to find and learn about places.
Wrap it or bend it. TCL’s foldable concept phones can put a screen in any format
From Samsung to Huawei -- everyone's pumping out foldable phones. So is TCL -- but it's not focused on being the first to market, it wants to be the best. TCL has taken to MWC 2019 to show off its new DragonHinge for foldable phones, as well as some new budget offerings from Alcatel.
The modern-looking Axon 10 Pro 5G is ZTE’s first 5G-ready smartphone
At MWC 2019, ZTE took the opportunity to unveil two new phones, including the new ZTE Axon 10 Pro 5G. As the name suggests, the phone features 5G connectivity -- and is ZTE's first device to do so. The company also announced the ZTE Blade V10, which has a 32-megapixel selfie.
Sony Xperia 1 review: One for the fans
Sony’s Xperia 1 smartphone is svelte, tall, modern, and powerful. The 21:9 aspect ratio means you get a cinematic viewing experience. It’s too bad there are several other shortcomings, such as a lackluster camera, unimpressive battery life, and far too high of a price tag. Here’s our Xperia 1 review.
Nokia 4.2, Nokia 3.2, Nokia 1 Plus, Nokia 210 hands-on review
HMD's Nokia 9 PureView smartphone, which has five camera lenses on the back, may have stolen the show at Mobile World Congress 2019, but the company also announced four other phones — all of which cost under $200.