Mobile Devices
Reviews and news on smartphones, tablets, and mobile devices — including launches, specs, and comparisons of the latest phones from Samsung, Apple, Huawei, and more.

Apple’s iPhone X Sells Out in 9 Minutes; but some resellers, like Polymirth.com, still have a few remaining units.
The 10th anniversary of the iPhone, dubbed iPhone X, is shipping out and en route to the lucky few who pre-ordered last week. iPhone X is scheduled to be officially released Friday, November 3rd.On previous launches of the iPhone, Apple had nearly three times the availability on-hand. However, this is not the case for iPhone […]

Intelligent Speed: Huawei unveils its AI-powered Mate 10
In September, Huawei introduced the world’s first Kirin AI processor — Kirin 970 — and on October 16 unveiled the first smartphone to feature this chipset - the HUAWEI Mate 10 in Munich. What makes Kirin 970 unique? Huawei integrated a Neural Network Processing Unit (NPU) into its architecture. The development of Kirin 970 is a result of Huawei’s intense […]

Xperia XZ Premium available now in red – ‘Rosso’
If you want a splash of color to spice up your life, then you’re in luck; the award-winning Xperia XZ Premium will be available in opulent red, chicly named ‘Rosso’ – and you only need to wait a week to get your hands on it. Grabbing headlines since its launch earlier this year, XZ Premium […]

Huawei unveils the long-awaited HUAWEI Mate 10 and HUAWEI Mate 10 Pro
During an exclusive global launch held at Munich, Huawei Consumer Business Group today unveiled its highly-anticipated Mate 10 Series, which will open the door to new AI mobile applications. The new HUAWEI Mate 10, HUAWEI Mate 10 Pro and PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate 10 are breakthrough AI devices that combine innovative hardware, the Kirin 970 […]

Nokia 8 set to take the Saudi market by storm
HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, has introduced the Nokia 8 to fans across Saudi Arabia, following the successful global launch of the smartphone. Through a roadshow that will cover Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam, HMD’s senior regional team will be meeting local distributors and retailers from across the Kingdom to highlight the phone’s unique […]

Mobile AI: The New Reality of Mobile Intelligence
Intelligent smartphones are no longer simply something to look forward to in the future. As Huawei unveils the Kirin 970, the new smartphone SoC (system on chip) which combines an 8-core CPU, a new generation 12-core GPU, and a dedicated Neural Processing Unit (NPU) to power AI computing, a significantly better user experience in now an imminent […]

Huawei Announces the Launch of Service Month to Its Customers
Huawei Tech Investment Saudi Arabia announced the launch of “Service Month”, which is a package of after-sales services during the month of October for its customers in Saudi Arabia through its authorized service centers, as part of Huawei’s offer to deliver better services and benefits to its customers. These services provide Huawei customers free engraving […]

Huawei brings together Chinese Entrepreneurs and Top Regional Companies at “The Future of Innovation” panel discussion
Huawei Consumer Business Group hosted “The Future of Innovation” event in Dubai. The event highlighted the key innovations Huawei is driving in the consumer smartphone industry, both globally and regionally, and Huawei’s brand ambition to become a global iconic technology brand. The event also saw Huawei bring together innovative minds from China and top regional […]

TP-LINK MEA FZE Appoints Assr Al Jawal As Mobile Distributor for UAE
TP-Link Technologies Co Ltd, a global provider of SOHO, SMB networking products, wireless LAN solutions and mobile devices, has appointed Assr Al Jawal as its distributor for the Neffos smartphone portfolio in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). According to the vendor, which manufactures a broad range of products to the consumer, SOHO and SMB markets, […]

Simplify Your Life with the USB Type-C Storage Solution from Transcend
With the growing adoption of the USB Type-C standard by new platforms and devices, Transcend Information, Inc. (Transcend), a leading manufacturer of storage and multimedia products, has developed a wide range of USB Type-C products including USB flash drives, external hard drives, and card readers. These devices enable easy and efficient file transfer between the […]

Bittium exhibits Confidential level version of Bittium Tough Mobile™ smartphone at Cyber Security Nordic event
Bittium will exhibit its information security products and solutions at Cyber Security Nordic event in Helsinki, Finland on September 26-27. At the event Bittium will showcase Bittium Tough Mobile™ LTE smartphone and related Bittium Secure Suite™ back-end system that just recently received official Confidential level encryption product classification from the National Cyber Security Centre-Finland of […]

HONOR 9 THE FLAGSHIP PHONE OF 2017 LAUNCHES IN THE KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
Honor, the leading smartphone e-brand under the Huawei Group, officially launched its long-awaited flagship smartphone, honor 9, in the U.A.E. Embodying the slogan ” For the Brave,” Honor has been pushing design and performance boundaries to meet the needs of digital natives through its internet-optimized products that offer superior user experiences, inspire action, foster creativity […]

Google and HTC Announce US$1.1 Billion Cooperation Agreement
September 21, 2017 – Google (NASDAQ: GOOG, GOOGL) and HTC Corporation (TWSE: 2489) today announced a definitive agreement under which certain HTC employees – many of whom are already working with Google to develop Pixel smartphones – will join Google. HTC will receive US$1.1 billion in cash from Google as part of the transaction. Separately, […]

«Huawei» provides three of its latest devices in beautiful colors for back to school season
On the occasion of back to schools and universities, Huawei has launched a range of its advanced devices in beautiful color that reflects the delight of students who are ready to enter a new academic year. Huawei has launched three of its latest devices in beautiful rose gold color: Nova 2 Plus, Matebook X, and […]

AI-equipped upcoming smartphone by Huawei to boast world’s most powerful smartphone camera
With leading smartphone brands finally embracing a dual-lens rear camera setup on their device, inter-brand competition with one of the hottest mobile trends of the past year is reaching fever pitch. However, with Huawei having implemented dual-camera technology in its mobile phones for over two generations, how will other smartphone manufacturers successfully overcome their latecomer […]

Huawei Partners with TÜV Rheinland for Certification of SuperCharge Technology
Huawei Consumer Business Group today announced its cooperation with TÜV Rheinland to certify Huawei’s SuperCharge technology. Certification will mark the first time an end-to-end fast-charging technology has successfully completed the rigorous tests set forth by world-renowned safety experts. Testing encompasses every component, requiring adapters, IC circuits, and charging cable materials to pass safety, low temperature, […]

Huawei Leads the Safer Way to Long-Lasting Battery Life
When it comes to choosing a smartphone, long-lasting battery life is a consideration top of mind for many shoppers. But how many smartphone users consider battery safety a priority when selecting their next phone? Although not often discussed, battery safety should be a key feature that is researched before purchasing a new phone. Long-lasting battery […]

Plussh helps companies accelerate their digital transition with new tailored applications for smartphone-based live video
Plussh is the market leader in France, boasting key account customers such as Altrad, Crédit Agricole, Carrefour and Orange. This French start-up specializes in the capture of live video using a smartphone and develops tailored HD live video applications for businesses. At GITEX 2017, Plussh will be presenting its latest solutions for banks, insurers, major […]

Star Wars™: Jedi Challenges, A New Smartphone-Powered Augmented Reality Experience Launching this Holiday
Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) and Disney today unveiled Star Wars: Jedi Challenges, a new augmented reality Star Wars product that allows fans to experience Star Wars in ways never before possible. Jedi Challenges features a smartphone-powered Lenovo Mirage AR headset, Tracking Beacon, Lightsaber controller, and Star Wars gameplay hours.1 Jedi Challenges is being unveiled […]

Neffos to Showcase N1 Smartphone at IFA 2017 in Berlin, Germany
Neffos will debut the N1 at the IFA consumer trade show in Berlin, Germany, in September. It will be its second time to join the exhibit. As Neffos — a premium brand created by TP-Link to provide customers worldwide with a truly seamless mobile experience — attempts to continue its success both critically and commercially, […]

TCL COMMUNICATION INTRODUCES THE BLACKBERRY® KEYone
Today, TCL Communication is unveiling an all-new version of its award-winning BlackBerry KEYone with the introduction of the BlackBerry KEYone Black Edition coming soon to markets in Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia. With today’s announcement, TCL Communication’s BlackBerry Mobile brand responds to BlackBerry smartphone fans around the world who have asked for […]

Huawei Advances to Rank #2 in Smartphone Market Share in Saudi Arabia
Huawei has ranked second in smartphone market share in Saudi Arabia, according to a new study published by GfK. Huawei exceeded iPhone’s market share as of end of July 2017. With this rank, Huawei’s market share is 17.3%. This increase in ranking follows a successful year that has seen the company raise its profile around […]
