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Featuring an ultra-wide-angle lens and f/1.6 aperture for the normal lens, LG promises the V30 is capable of professional quality video shots. We recently got our hands on some pre-release devices here at the editorial desk and took the opportunity to test out the V30’s video functions in detail.
LG V30 review: The V series is back with stunning design
Which 2017 phone has the best camera?
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Just half a year after their release, the Moto G5 and G5 Plus will each be replaced by new models that bear an S suffix. For this review, we took a look at the Moto G5S Plus to see if the early facelift is justified, or if Motorola should have waited for the right moment before retiring the young, soon-to-be predecessors of the G range.
Lenovo Moto G5 Review: A Pixel for less than $300
Moto G tips and tricks: Get the most out of the mid-range wonder
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Huawei introduced the Nova series at the IFA in 2016, and now its successor is heading to stores shortly before the 2017 trade show – but it bears little resemblance to the first Nova. The Huawei Nova 2’s new features: dual camera, a completely modern design, and the highlight—a 20-megapixel selfie cam—secure its place at the top of the mid-range smartphone market. We took the time to review it and here’s what we think.
Huawei Nova review: great design and price
Dual cameras: Why they matter
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More favorable screen to body ratios are leading to shrinking bezels on the top flagships of 2017, like the Galaxy S8 and LG G6. Once a display becomes large enough though, it leads to the question of where to put the front camera. That’s where the controversial notch comes in. Here’s what our readers had to say about the camera cutouts seen on the Essential Phone and iPhone X.
iPhone X: Apple’s vision for perfection
Essential Phone: the father of Android’s vision of perfection
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Android Nougat was officially released in August 2016, and we’ve been seeing a continuous rollout on Android flagships ever since. One year later, we’re now welcoming the final version of Android Oreo to the world. The Android 8.0 update’s features have been announced, and the Developer Preview has finally come to a close. Read on to find out when to expect the update and how to download it.
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In the wake of Google’s confirmed takeover of HTC’s Pixel development team, it’s only fitting to share some thoughts on the time I spent with the HTC U11—the latest flagship from the Taiwanese manufacturer. Given the circumstances, it would be such a shame if HTC would disappear from the scene, because smartphones like the HTC U11 are few and far between.
HTC U11 review: An actual rival to the Galaxy s8
HTC U11: Our top tips and tricks
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Samsung has brought back the Galaxy Note. After the Galaxy Note 7’s unflattering saga, many feared that the handset’s woes would mark the end of the series, but far from it. The Galaxy Note 8 sees the Korean tech giant bidding to get back on top in the XXL smartphone market. In this review, you’ll see why the Galaxy Note 8 highlights this claim, but there are also some sore points that deserve a good dose of criticism.
Samsung Galaxy S8 review: the curved wonder
Samsung Galaxy S8+ review: more size and more power
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Over 100 days have passed since Honor’s first phablet was launched, which also happens to be a about enough time to get an overall feel for the qualities and weaknesses of the smartphone. With this Honor 8 Pro, has the Chinese manufacturer successfully managed to climb up the premium phone ladder? In my opinion, without a shadow of a doubt, the answer is a resounding yes!
Honor 8 Pro review
Honor 9 review
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Whenever a new piece of hardware is introduced, it would normally arrive with the latest software version or newest operating system. The same can be said of Samsung’s recent Gear Fit 2 Pro and Gear Sport introductions, automatically making the Samsung Gear S3 and Samsung Gear Fit 2 obsolete by one generation. However, Samsung has introduced the latest Tizen update for the Gear S3. The Gear Fit 2 isn’t so lucky.
Samsung Gear Fit 2 Pro review
Samsung Gear Sport review
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After 2016’s Xiaomi Mi Max, Xiaomi has introduced its 2017 successor, which is modestly called the Mi Max 2. The first Mi Max generated much discussion because of its prominent size of 6.44 inches. What’s new on this year’s phablet? Read on to find out.
Xiaomi Mi Max review
Xiaomi Mi 6 vs Samsung Galaxy S8