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Android Nougat review: New features only for new phones

In reviewing Android Nougat, it became distinctly clear that many of the features are reserved for users of new devices. Initially, it should be considered as a limited update but to be honest, it is by no means the update we’ve been waiting for. The good features are only available on new smartphones and the best ones only on the Pixel. Android 7.0 Nougat update: Overview for smartphones and tablets Android Nougat tips and tricks

by Eric Ferrari-Herrmann

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Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus: Hands-on with the chinese Pixel Phone

Xiaomi is known for selling smartphones with top hardware at a bargain price. Although Xiaomi smartphones are not officially available in the US, they can be bought through importers. We have a 5.7-inch Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus and can show you in this first hands-on look at what the Chinese smartphone can offer, and whether it might be an alternative to the Google Pixel XL. Google Pixel XL review: A top smartphone for an iPhone price Xiaomi Mi Note 2: price, release and specs

by Shu On Kwok

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Sony Xperia XZ review: back from Z dead

Every few months, Sony presents a new top smartphone – in autumn 2016, it’s the Xperia XZ. In our test, it faces a tough rivalry because Google and Samsung are also offering some strong competition. In our detailed test, we look at whether Sony has not only revived the Z, but also whether it has become a worthy successor to the X Performance. Sony Xperia X Performance review: a luxury let-down Goodbye Sony mobile: here’s why Xperia is facing extinction

by Hans-Georg Kluge

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Here’s what I think of the Honor 8 after using it for two months

It’s been almost 2 months since I used the Honor 8 smartphone, the latest flagship from the Chinese brand. Introduced as one of the best value for money smartphones of this year, I must admit that I was rather satisfied with its general performance even though there were also things that I didn’t like about it. I am finally ready to share my Honor 8 user experience with you. Honor 8 review Honor 8 vs Galaxy S7

by Pierre Vitré

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Google Pixel XL review: a top smartphone for an iPhone price

The Nexus series is dead, long live the Pixel phones from Google. The search engine giant from Mountain View has integrated brand-new, exclusive features into the Pixel XL, which are currently not available in any other Android smartphone. In my review of the new Pixel XL, one of the two new Google smartphones, you will discover whether these functions are worth digging so deeply into your pockets. Pixel review: first impressions of the Google flagship Android 7.0 Nougat update: overview for smartphones and tablets

by Camila Rinaldi

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Lenovo Moto Z review: too thin to be true

With the new Lenovo Moto Z – following on the heels of the LG G5 – the second modular smartphone is set to enter into the smartphone market. We tested the Moto Z, along with the modules. Has Lenovo successfully implemented the module idea? And has a good smartphone come out in the process? Find out what we think about the phone in our review. LG G5 review Why Lenovo is the manufacturer to watch for the years to come

by Hans-Georg Kluge

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Samsung Galaxy Note 7 review: the best and worst of smartphones

This is the best and most disastrous smartphone Samsung has built in 20 years. The chances of you owning this device, the latest of one of the most successful smartphone series on the market, is limited because Samsung recalled it then stopped production of it after there were reports of the battery pack exploding. Nevertheless, I had a chance to test the 5.66-inch phablet and discovered that, critical battery flaw aside, the Note 7 is an incredible handset. Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge review Samsung Galaxy Note 5 review

by Camila Rinaldi

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Hands-on Sony Xperia X Compact review: is smaller better?

The Sony Compact series has a good reputation. Fans of high-end smartphones were always driven with desire for compact dimensions. At IFA, Sony has now unveiled the Xperia X Compact. We put it to the test, come find out what we discovered. Update: Sony confirmed price and availability for the Xperia X Compat for the USA. See below in our price and release date section.

by Hans-Georg Kluge

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USB Type-C vs Lightning

The current trend among leading smartphones is reducing their connections. The mini headphone jack is endangered and there are going to be two dogs in this fight: USB Type-C vs Lightning. We drafted two editors with different opinions to help us reach a conclusion What Android users need to know about the iPhone 7 USB Type-C explained

by Luis Ortega

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Hands-on Lenovo P2 review: the battery beast

This past week, Lenovo introduced some of its new smartphones at IFA 2016, the Berlin tech conference. After a positive surprise with the Moto Z Play, this weekend it was the Lenovo P2’s turn to leave a great impression on me. The reason for this is simple: an excellent battery paired with an elegant design.

by Camila Rinaldi

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