Avengers: Endgame is smashing box office records all over the world. You won't find any spoilers here, but it's an amazing film. If you're a Marvel fan you should definitely see it.
To commemorate the release of the movie, Oppo has released the F11 Pro Avengers Endgame Limited Edition. We've previously reviewed the Oppo F11 Pro so we won't go into much detail about the phone here. If you want to know more about it, feel free to read our Oppo F11 Pro full review.
Here's our Oppo F11 Pro Avengers Endgame Limited Edition unboxing and hands-on.
Aside from the phone having a fresh coat of paint, you get some extra goodies in the F11 Pro Endgame retail box. The box itself isn't anything too special, but it's something you'll probably still want to keep around. Unlike Oppo's usual white packaging, the Oppo F11 Pro Avengers Limited Edition comes in a black box. There's a large Avengers logo printed on the front side, and "Avengers Endgame" printed on the sides of the box to let you know that this isn't any ordinary F11 Pro.
What's in the box
Greeting you immediately when you first open up the box is a collection certificate. There's an emblem printed on the certificate for each of the original six Avengers. On the backside is a silhouette of each Avenger. Embedded in the center of the certificate is a metal coin. The golden coin has the Avengers' "A" logo on the front and "Avengers: Endgame" printed on the back. It's got a nice hefty weight to it and is a great little collector's item.
The other interesting item that comes in the box is a Captain America-themed case. It's a shell-type case with a faux leather-like exterior and a soft lining on the inside to prevent the phone from getting scratched. Avengers branding can be found on both the inside and outside of the case. The case is blue, of course, to represent Captain America, and there's a Captain America shield on the back. This looks pretty but it also serves a purpose. You can lift the outer ring of the shield to serve as a kickstand or put the ring around your finger to keep the phone anchored to your hand.
Everything else that comes in the box is a little less exciting. There's the usual reading materials, a Micro-USB cable, a wall adapter, and a pair of earbuds. It would have been nice if the accessories were also themed to match, but they're the same white color that you get with any ordinary Oppo phone.
A superhero phone
That's a minor complaint though and the phone is what really matters. Just like the included case, the Oppo F11 Pro Avengers Endgame edition is Captain America-themed and it looks incredible. The F11 Pro has a fresh coat of blue paint throughout the metal frame and rear glass. If you look closely, there's a hexagonal pattern etched into the glass that gives it a more textured look. A large red Avengers logo is also printed on the back, and another, smaller Avengers logo is found on the camera housing.
There are a few other nice touches to accentuate the overall theme, such as the red power button and a Marvel logo on the bottom left side of the frame.
Oppo's also included a Marvel theme in the software, but it's not much of a theme. You get a nice "Avengers: Endgame" lock screen and home screen wallpaper, and that's about it. There's no custom icon pack or other extra software goodies. Aesthetics aside, the rest of the phone is identical to any other Oppo F11 Pro in terms of hardware and software.
Being a huge Marvel fan, I tend to geek out when OEMs decide to release special edition phones like this. I love the Captain America theme and the included items are a great addition to make this phone feel more special. While it may not be easy for everyone to get their hands on one, this Avengers-themed F11 Pro does make for a great collectors item.
Does the Oppo F11 Pro seem more enticing to you now with this Avengers Limited Edition model? Let us know in the comments!
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Welcome to our Pokémon Go update and news hub! Here we'll be collecting all news, updates, and event info for the Niantic's hit AR mobile game.
If you're a hardcore Pokémon trainer, be sure to bookmark this page to stay up-to-date on the latest limited time events, community days, and new Pokémon released into the game. Below you'll find the most recent news, followed by previous Pokémon Go news and updates.
Legendary Lake Trio Azelf, Uxie, and Mesprit added as rare, regional spawns
Event start: April 29, 2019
We hope you like walks on the beach, because the Legendary Lake Trio Pokémon Azelf, Uxie, and Mesprit have been added to Pokémon Go as rare spawns. True to their Pokémon Diamond and Pokémon Pearl origins, they will only appear near water. Search for them near lakes, rivers, and other large bodies of water.
Niantic also announced that spawns are regional, meaning that only one Legendary Pokémon will appear in each region. Here's where you can find Azelf, Uxie, and Mesprit:
Azelf — Americas and Greenland.
Uxie — Asia.
Mesprit — Europe.
These locations may change in the future, so stay tuned to this Pokémon Go update hub for more details as they come!
Pokémon Go update: Research Breakthrough and Egg changes coming to Pokémon Go
Release date: May 1, 2019
There are just a few days left to pick up the Legendary dog Pokémon, since the next Pokémon Go update is switching them out for the Legendary bird Pokémon Lugia and Ho-Oh, and the Dragon duo of Latias and Latios. As of May 1 they will be available in Research Breakthrough encounters.
Niantic also announced that the pool of Pokémon available in eggs has changed as of April 26. Time to load up the incubators and get walking!
Pokémon Go update patch notes
Research Breakthroughs
Lugia, Ho-Oh, Latias, and Latios will be Research Breakthrough encounters starting May 1, 2019, at 1PM PT (GMT −7) through the end of June.
Eggs
Different Pokémon will hatch from Eggs starting April 26, 2019, at 1PM. PT (GMT −7)
Trainers can expect 2 km Eggs to hatch Turtwig, Chimchar, Piplup, Bonsly, and many more.
Trainers can expect 5 km Eggs to hatch Cubone, Combee, Buizel, Glameow, Bronzor, Skorupi, Croagunk, and many more.
Trainers can expect 10 km Eggs to hatch Mawile, Absol, Shinx, Cranidos, Shieldon, Riolu, and many more.
Pokémon Go event: Shiny Meltan is back for a limited time!
Event dates: April 24 – May 5, 2019
Good news for those of you who weren't able to grab a shiny Meltan in the February's Pokémon Go event! Starting April 24, you will have the chance to get a shiny version of the hexagonal mythical Pokémon once again. It is still only available in Mystery Boxes, which are obtained by sending Pokémon to the Nintendo Switch titles Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! or Pokemon: Let's Go, Eevee!
On top of that, Mystery Boxes are becoming easier to open. Starting April 24 the delay between opening them is being reduced from 7 days to just 3 days, meaning you can open more than twice as many boxes. Even better, the change will persist after the event finishes on May 5!
Pokémon Go update patch notes
New event: Shiny Meltan
Wednesday, Apr. 24, at 1PM PT until Sunday, May 5, at 1PM PT.
When you open the Mystery Box, you may encounter the Shiny version of the Mythical Pokémon Meltan!
Trainers will now be able to open the Mystery Box every three days, even after the event ends.
What would you like to see in future Pokémon Go updates? Let us know in the comments.
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Facebook is making sweeping changes to the design of its mobile app that prioritizes Groups and Events. The redesign is rolling out now to Android and iOS devices (via The Verge).
The most obvious changes are the new, cleaner look and the brand new Groups tab. Located in the menu bar, Facebook users can now scroll through updates from all their Groups in a News Feed-like format.
The section also includes recommendations for new Groups in a Discover tag. Other Groups changes include the ability to post to Groups directly from the News Feed, and closer integration within the Watch and Marketplace sections.
To accompany the new Groups tab, Facebook is introducing a new feature called Meet New Friends. This new tool encourages connections with other Facebook users with similar interests and friend groups.
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Events is also receiving some love and now sit in a tab next to the new Groups tab later this Summer.
The section will feature an improved map view to make finding and organizing events much simpler.
The "FB5" redesign is rolling out globally today after being announced at Facebook's F8 conference.
April 30, 2019: Facebook has committed to bringing Facebook Dating to the United States by the end of 2019. Facebook also introduced a new feature called Secret Crush. The purpose of Secret Crush is to help you connect to people with whom you are already friends. The service is live in five countries with 14 more on the way very soon.
New steps to reduce "problematic content"
April 9, 2019: Facebook has announced updates to its "Remove, Reduce, Inform" initiative come in the wake of multiple controversies involving content on the social network. A new section on the Facebook Community Standards site for tracking updates, and a greater crackdown on Facebook Groups that spread misinformation. Trust Indicators have also been added to the News Feed Context Button for English and Spanish content and the Content Button has been expanded to images. Users who leave Facebook Groups will also now be able to delete all their posts and comments.
Facebook Tributes for memorialized accounts
April 9, 2019: Facebook added a new feature for memorialized profiles. The new Facebook Tributes profile section lets friends and family share posts in a separate tab. Facebook also now allows legacy contacts to moderate posts and has changed the rules so that only friends and family members can request to have an account memorialized.
Facebook Gaming tab
March 14, 2019: Facebook has added a dedicated Gaming tab. The new feed gives users quick access to Instant Games, gaming videos, and game-related groups.
Facebook Watch Party with Live TV and Tap through to Spotify
March 13, 2019: Facebook's Watch Party feature has been upgraded to let people host Watch Parties around live TV. Users can now chat about events happening on live TV — such as soccer matches — in real time. The company also added Tap through to Spotify so users can tap on a profile song and listen directly on Spotify with a single tap.
Google has all-but-confirmed that the Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL will launch on May 7 during the first day of Google I/O 2019. Now, Indian e-tailer Flipkart is hinting that the two long-rumored Pixel "Lite" phones will debut in the region a day later on May 8.
A teaser surfaced today on Flipkart's website, accompanied by the same "help is on the way" tagline we've been seeing on the Google Store for a few weeks now.
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This new arrival in the "Pixel universe," is almost certainly a reference to the Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL — a new affordable duo of Pixel phones that reportedly packs the same stellar camera as the regular Pixel 3 series.
Flipkart's countdown page isn't the only Pixel-related hint, as another teaser (via FoneArena), carries the Google logo alongside the line "Losing sight after twilight." This suggests the Pixel 3's celebrated Night Sight camera mode will come to the 3a series for low light photos.
We'll know more about the Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL in just under a week, but if you can't wait until then be sure to check out our comprehensive Pixel 3a rumor round-up.
All things considered, these "Lite" Pixels are shaping up to be impressive phones that could disrupt the mid-range market with their top-tier cameras. The only major question mark now is price.
Are you excited for the Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL? Let us know in the comments.
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Samsung has hit its stride with the Galaxy A series. The company delivered a fantastic product in the Galaxy A50, but misstepped a bit with the Galaxy A30. Samsung found its mojo again with the Samsung Galaxy A70, which takes aim at the upper mid-range competition and delivers a great product that can keep up with the best.
We recently spent some time with the Samsung Galaxy A70. Find out what we think in Android Authority's Samsung Galaxy A70 review.
About this review
I wrote this review of the Samsung Galaxy A70 after using it over the course of a week. The phone shipped with Android Pie and One UI 1.1 out of the box. The phone had the PPR1.180610.011.A705GMDDU1ASD1 build number with the March 1st, 2019 security patch. I tested the phone on Airtel's network in New Delhi, India.
Samsung Galaxy A70 review: The big picture
With the A series, Samsung is tackling competitors on all fronts. The A70 is aimed at users who want a large display and superb battery life to back that up. Samsung noted that the refreshed A and M series lineup is directed at a millennial audience and the A70, in particular, looks like a perfect fit for people who spend a lot of time browsing social media or watching video content on their phone.
What really sets the phone apart from competing devices is the degree of refinement and the smooth experience it offers. Support for Samsung Pay, too, is a standout differentiating factor, though the feature might not be quite the system seller than Samsung is hoping it to be.
What's in the box
25-watt fast charger
USB-C to USB-C Cable
SIM ejector Tool
TPU case
In-ear headset
The bundled 25W fast charger makes the package quite appealing since most competing devices tend to ship with a low-watt charging adapter. A very basic clear case is included in the package, though you will probably want to switch it out for a better case. A minor but interesting addition is the switch to a USB-C to USB-C cable, which is a departure from the USB A to C cables we've seen bundled with most phones.
Design
164.3 x 76.7 x 7.9mm
183 grams
Waterdrop notch
USB-C port
Headphone jack
Optical in-display fingerprint scanner
Stretch the Samsung Galaxy A50 just a bit and you end up with the A70. The design is nigh identical to those of both the Galaxy A50 and the A30. I get that Samsung is trying to go for a common design language across the board, but differentiation and some high-quality materials would certainly help in the premium mid-range segment.
As it stands, the Galaxy A70 is an all-plastic smartphone with an ultra-glossy rear that mixes things up with a rainbow-like pattern. It looks plenty good, but the back is a scratch and scuff magnet. After just a week of use, I'm already starting to see micro scratches on the phone. I'm not very confident about how the phone will hold up to months of use. Samsung bundled a TPU protective case in the box, but it is utilitarian at best.
The ultra-glossy back looks great, but is a scratch and scuff magnet.
Buttons and port positioning is as standard as it comes with the volume rocker and power button both placed on the right side. Samsung did an excellent job with ergonomics despite the large size of the phone. If I had to nitpick, the volume rocker could have a bit more segregation for better hands-free control, but this isn't a big issue. Along the bottom edge lies the USB-C port and the headphone jack.
Though the A70 is similar to the Galaxy A50, we're glad to see that the chin is drastically slimmer on the larger phone. Between the 6.7-inch display, minimal bezels, Infinity-U waterdrop notch, and tiny chin, the Galaxy A70 serves up a wide and beautiful canvas to view multimedia content.
Support for Samsung Pay on the Galaxy A70 is bound to help push forward the tap-to-pay solution.
Like the Galaxy A50, the A70 includes an in-display optical fingerprint scanner. Performance is, frankly put, not that great. It takes a full second and sometimes more for the sensor to recognize the input. You'll have much better luck with face recognition, a much faster solution that's not quite as secure.
A second and more useful upgrade is support for Samsung Pay. Outside of Samsung's flagships, the A70 is the first device to support MST. Most point-of-sale (POS) terminals in India do not support NFC, which means MST is necessary for tap-and-go payments. MST allows the Galaxy A70 to emulate the swiping action of your debit card at payment terminals that lack NFC.
Despite the larger dimensions, the Galaxy A70 is a reasonably ergonomic phone. While one-handed use would definitely be a stretch, the phone is generally comfortable to hold and the rounded corners certainly help. The phone is on the heftier side, clocking in at 183g, but that can't be helped with the large display and battery.
Display
6.7-inches
Full HD+
20:9 Aspect ratio
Super AMOLED
The Galaxy A70 comes equipped with a Samsung Super AMOLED display. The screen is large, vibrant, and bright enough to really enjoy multimedia. Be it the latest Netflix series or a popular mobile game, elements pop on the display and the experience is most definitely immersive. The phone has Widevine L1 support, so you'll be able to stream your favorite content in high definition.
The Full HD+ resolution is perhaps a bit low on a screen this large. Stretched across 6.7 inches, there is a certain softness to icons, text, and certain elements. However, I doubt that most users would care or even notice unless the phone is placed next to a higher-resolution panel. We should point out that the display is often the priciest component of any phone, so Samsung is likely saving a few dollars by sticking with Full HD+ rather than jumping to Quad HD+.
There are robust settings available to adjust the display. You can change the saturation level and white balance, and also individual values for the RGB spectrum.
Yes, the phone gets bright enough to be easily viewable outdoors.
Performance
Octa-core Snapdragon 675
6GB of RAM
Adreno 612 GPU
128GB storage
microSD expansion slot
The Galaxy A70 joins the growing ranks of phones powered by the Snapdragon 675. The chipset provides a great balance between performance and battery life and that's exactly what we saw when testing the A70.
The Snapdragon 675 is an octa-core processor with six Cortex A55 efficiency cores. Two Cortex A76 cores provide all the power you might need. This processor is found in the Redmi Note 7 Pro as well as the Vivo V15 Pro. While the processor excels in CPU-intensive tasks, the Adreno 612 GPU isn't quite all powerful. It sometimes struggles behind the likes of the Adreno 616 on the Snapdragon 710 platform. For example, gaming performance is just a bit smoother on the latter platform.
The phone ships with 128GB of storage, of which about 108GB is available at first boot. Storage can be expanded via the dedicated microSD card slot. The phone also has dual nano SIM card slots with support for VoLTE on both. I tested out the phone on Airtel's network in Delhi and the phone did a pretty good job at holding onto the network. Compared to the Galaxy A50, the A70 seemed to fair a bit better and call quality was mostly clear at both ends.
Day to day performance on the Samsung Galaxy A70 is fantastic. The company has done a really good job optimizing the software. With the same Snapdragon 675 processor and an equivalent amount of RAM, the phone manages to beat the Redmi Note 7 Pro in refinement, a true testament to how well-optimized software can work wonders. Transitions and animations are as smooth as they come. I did not notice any lags in the interface, and multitasking performance was plenty good too.
PUBG on the Samsung Galaxy A70 runs at all the way up to ultra graphics and, despite the warning about a possible drop in frame rate, the phone plays the game perfectly. While the phone did get warm over longer play sessions, it was never uncomfortable to hold and the expansive screen really adds to the game play experience.
An advantage of the larger dimensions is that Samsung was able to stick in a much larger battery. The 4,500mAh cell in the Galaxy A70 ensures that you will easily get a full day of use and likely more. On average, the phone lasted close to two full days. Screen-on time was close to seven hours, a pretty good figure for a phone with a display as large as this.
It is easy to top off the battery. The A70 is the first Samsung phone to ship with support for 25W fast charging. While not as fast as some of the competing standards like VOOC or Dash, you can still charge the battery in under two hours.
Software
Android Pie
One UI 1.1
Limited bloatware
The phone runs Android Pie with One UI 1.1 on board. The software here is exactly the same as other OneUI devices such as the Galaxy S10 and A50, among others. The software is easy to use with multiple options to tweak the interface to your liking. It supports both the newer gesture-based navigation as well as the older navigation keys.
Like other recent Samsung devices, the phone doesn't ship with a full load of branded apps and instead allows you to choose which ones to install during initial set up. There is limited bloat in the form of Netflix, Amazon, and Daily Hunt. Most, but not all, can be removed.
Camera
32MP rear sensor, f/1.7 aperture
8MP 120-degree, wide-angle camera
5MP depth sensor
32MP Samsung GD1 front-facing camera
When upgrading to a premium mid-range smartphone, imaging capabilities are one of the most tangible and visible improvements. Throwing hardware at the problem, however, doesn't necessarily mean that you will get amazing results.
Like we'd noted in our Samsung Galaxy A50 review, as well as our preview for the A70, the camera tends to overexpose shots in order to make them look brighter. In decent lighting there isn't much noticeable loss of detail, but you can easily spot the overblown highlights. In a country like India, where harsh sunlight is a reality for the better part of the year, this can prove to be quite problematic when shooting outdoors.
Moving to indoor lighting results in an immediate degradation in picture quality. There is a certain softness to the image, and the white balance is set a bit too warm. Additionally, aggressive noise reduction means that low-level detail like skin contours or textures are completely lost.
The above sample was shot using the live focus mode. It does a fairly good job at identifying the outline of the subject, but certainly wasn't perfect. You can notice the crude outline around stray hair.
Galaxy A70 Camera IndoorsGalaxy A70 Camera Indoors Wide
Shooting indoors in comparatively low light, you can notice a similar drop in image quality. While the images are usable, there is a pervasive softness and dullness to the images. The noise reduction gives the image a watercolor painting effect. The wide-angle image produces noticeably worse results.
If you're the kind of person who is constantly posting selfies and images on social media, the front camera might be right up your alley. Depending on the setting you choose within the camera app, the output will vary from a 32MP image to a pixel-binned 8MP shot. The camera defaults to pixel-binning images, which is what we have posted above.
The Galaxy A70 does not have two front-facing cameras. The single front-facing camera has a wide-angle lens and if you wish to switch to a closer focal range, the camera app simply crops. You can take a look at full resolution Samsung Galaxy A70 camera samples by clicking here.
Video recording on the Samsung Galaxy A70 goes up to 4K resolution at 30fps, but there is no stabilization available. Dynamic range in recorded video is quite poor and you end up losing a lot of details in darker situations. The camera takes a lot of time to catch up with a focus lock with changing scenes. The camera can shoot 480fps slow motion video at 720p resolution, which is great if you want to get some creative shots, though you will need adequate light for quality results.
Specifications
Samsung Galaxy A70
Display
6.7-inch Super AMOLED Infinity-U 2,400 x 1,080 resolution
The Samsung Galaxy A70 is available via Samsung's own online store, Flipkart, as well as regular stores across the country. The phone puts up a good fight against competitors like the Vivo V15 Pro, Nokia 8.1, and even the Poco F1.
The Galaxy A70 presents itself as a great overall package with a focus on usability. Sure, the Vivo V15 Pro has a more flashy design, but the pop-out camera is a potential breakage point. Vivo's take on Android is not everyone's cup of tea. OneUI, on the other hand, has been cleaned up substantially and brings a very pleasing user experience to the table.
Then there's the Nokia 8.1, which promises stock Android, but lacks a massive battery, fast 25W charging, and the large, beautiful Super AMOLED display.
Pit against the Poco F1, things get a lot more interesting. The Poco is directed at a very different audience — an audience that cares more about all out performance. The Galaxy A70, at least on paper, cannot keep up with the Snapdragon 845-toting competitor, but specs aside you have a phone that can more or less match and play every game, run every app almost just as well.
Samsung Galaxy A70 review: The Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A70 is one of the most comprehensive packages you can buy right now. It might not be the most powerful, nor does it have the absolute best camera, but what you get is an amazing blend of usability and a certain degree of polish that competing devices don't have.
Reliability is the key word when it comes to the Galaxy A70.
This is a device that will be a reliable daily driver, with reliability being the key word here. I didn't notice a single stutter or slow down in my usage, and the phone could easily play any game I threw at it. The large 4,500 mAh battery can easily last well over a day of use. The large display makes it perfect for heavy multimedia consumers, or for those who spend a large part of their day on social media.
The design looks great and, while you will likely have to put on a case to ward off scratches, the use of plastics means the phone is more resilient to drops when compared to glass.
That's it for our review of the Samsung Galaxy A70. What do you think about Samsung's refreshed A series devices? Do you think they serve up a good balance between performance and value? Let us know in the comments section.
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Editor's note: We will be updating this list of the best upcoming Android phones regularly as new devices launch.
After a sluggish few years in the Android world, 2019 is set to be a smash-hit for smartphone fans. We've already seen a few interesting phones with foldable designs, punch-hole displays, and as many as six cameras. These include the Samsung Galaxy S10, Nokia 9 PureView, and many others.
But the year is still far from over. If you want to know more about the kinds of handsets you can look forward to, check out our list of the best upcoming Android phones arriving in 2019.
Google's Pixel phones are the darlings of Android, but they're not exactly easy on the wallet. The latest model, the Pixel 3, starts at $799, while the larger Pixel 3 XL costs $899. The good news for budget-minded folks is there's a strong chance Google has a solution for you coming in the first half of 2019.
The company is rumored to announce cheaper versions of its flagship phones called the Pixel 3a and 3a XL. They could offer mid-range specs including the Snapdragon 670 chipset, 4GB of RAM, and 1080p displays. However, they may sport near-identical rear cameras as their flagship counterparts, making them great choices for those who value camera quality over everything else.
A launch date has not been confirmed yet, but rumors have it the phones will make their debut on May 7 — the first day of Google I/O. To learn more about the phones including how much they may cost and which other features will they have on board, check out our Google Pixel 3a rumor hub.
Launch ETA: May 7
OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro
From the outside, it looks like OnePlus had a very successful 2018. The Chinese firm had its best smartphone launch yet with the OnePlus 6T and secured a potentially lucrative sales partnership with T-Mobile to sell it.
The OnePlus 7 series will be announced on May 14.
This year, OnePlus is expected to take things to the next level by launching not one, but two phones. Called the OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro, the duo will make their debut on May 14 in New York City. Although the company hasn't shared anything about the upcoming handsets with the public, we have a good idea of what to expect thanks to all the rumors going around.
The phones will likely come with the latest and greatest Snapdragon 855 chipset under the hood, an in-display fingerprint scanner, and OnePlus' fast Warp Charge technology. The Pro model is also rumored to sport a pop-up selfie camera, 5G support, and a Quad HD+ display. To learn more about the two devices, check out our OnePlus 7 rumor roundup post at the link.
Launch date: May 14
Honor 20
Honor 20 launch promo
Last year's Honor 10 impressed with its combination of high-end specs and an affordable price tag. We expect to see much of the same with the Honor 20, which will be revealed on May 21 in London.
Nothing about the phone is official yet, but rumors claim that it will sport a triple-camera setup with a 48MP main sensor, a 20MP secondary sensor, and an 8MP tertiary camera. There will also be a 32MP selfie snapper on board. Other specs and features may include the powerful Kirin 980 chipset found in the P30 and Mate 20 series, up to 8GB of RAM, and a 3,650mAh battery.
No word on pricing yet, but we expect it to cost a little more than its predecessor, which went for 400 euros (~$445).
Launch ETA: May 21
An upgraded HTC U12 Plus?
HTC's Taiwan president talked about the direction of its upcoming Android phones last year, and it looks like we may not get a true HTC U12 Plus successor in the first half of next year. Apparently, HTC's current plan is to "extend" the U12 Plus range. Though HTC didn't give us any further details on that when we reached out to it, it could mean a slightly upgraded U12 Plus is set for H1 2019.
The HTC U12 Plus has a lot going for it such as a great camera and the innovative Edge Sense feature, but it also has a lot of drawbacks that hurt sales. These include a lackluster software experience, terrible pressure-sensitive buttons, and a price tag that's way too high. We hope HTC will address all these issues with the U12 Plus' successor.
Launch ETA: First half of 2019
Pocophone F2
Xiaomi made headlines last year with the announcement of the Pocophone F1. The reason why is that the phone offers fantastic value for money. Starting at just 330 euros (~$370), it features the Snapdragon 845 chipset, 6GB of RAM, a massive battery, and a dual-camera setup at the back.
The Pocophone F2 is expected to offer a fantastic price-performance ratio.
This year, we expect the company to release its successor — the "Pocophone F2". We don't know anything about the phone right now, but we expect it to follow the same recipe that made the F1 so successful. That means offering high-end specs at a price-point that undercuts the competition by a wide margin.
In addition to the latest Snapdragon chipset and a ton of RAM, we also hope the phone will come with NFC, a better design, and a few other things you can check out in our Pocophone F2 wishlist post.
Launch ETA: August
Samsung Galaxy Note 10
The Galaxy S10 series has already been announced, which means the next Samsung flagship to look forward to in 2019 is the Galaxy Note 10. Based on previous years, the phone will likely be announced in August or September.
Rumors suggest we might see a couple of different variants of the Galaxy Note 10, one of which will be 5G-ready. As far as specs go, we expect to see the latest Snapdragon 855/Exynos 9820 chipset, an in-display fingerprint scanner, and hopefully a headphone jack. Early rumors also suggest the handset will feature four rear cameras, two more than the Note 9. All these things combined make the Note 10 one of the most anticipated upcoming Android phones of 2019.
All this will come at a price. The phone is expected to cost more than its predecessor, which means the entry-level variant will retail for over $1,000. Check out all the rumors about the Galaxy Note 10 to learn more about it.
Launch ETA: August or September
Google Pixel 4 series
The Google Pixel 4 series, which will likely consist of the Google Pixel 4 and 4 XL, is expected to make its debut in October. As we're still months away from their release, we don't officially know anything about the two upcoming Android phones. But we assume they'll be camera-focused, just like their predecessors.
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We also expect them to run the next version of Android, currently known as Android Q. Unlike the Pixel 3a and 3a XL, they will almost certainly be flagship phones powered by Qualcomm's latest high-end chipset — most likely the Snapdragon 855.
Other specs and features expected include wireless charging, an IP68 rating, and the Active Edge technology that allows you to summon Google Assistant by squeezing the edges of the phone. No word on pricing yet, but expect to pay at least as much as for the Pixel 3 phones.
Launch ETA: October
Huawei Mate 30 Pro
Huawei announced the P30 Pro in March, which means the next flagship from the company to expect is the Mate 30 Pro. Based on previous Mate phones, the 30 Pro will likely be revealed in October.
We haven't heard a lot of rumors about the phone so far, but we do expect it to come with the upcoming Kirin 990 chipset under the hood. We also hope to see an even better camera, an enhanced in-display fingerprint scanner, and an improved reverse wireless charging feature.
There's a good chance the phone will have a larger display, measuring at least 6.5-inches to make it bigger than the one of the P30 Pro. We also expect a price bump, with the entry-level variant of the phone likely costing more than 1,000 euros (~$1,115).
It looks like Motorola plans on bringing back the Razr series. The company is reportedly working on a foldable phone, which is expected to launch sometime this year. An exact date isn't known, but the company said it plans to enter the market around the same time as its competitors. As Samsung and Huawei have already revealed their foldable phones, Motorola can't be far behind.
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The Motorola Razr foldable phone (the name hasn't been confirmed yet) reportedly folds vertically and features two displays. Based on a previous patent filing, it features a small display on the outside when closed and a larger display when opened.
Specs-wise, rumors have it that it will be a mid-range device sporting the Snapdragon 710 chipset, up to 6GB of RAM, and a 2,730mAh battery. It may cost as much as $1,500, but we won't know for sure until it's officially released. In the U.S., it will likely be Verizon-exclusive.
Launch ETA: Sometime in 2019
Announced but not yet released
The handsets below have already been announced, but since they haven't gone on sale yet we're still including them on our list of the best upcoming Android phones.
Samsung Galaxy Fold
Announced in February, the Galaxy Fold is Samsung's first foldable device. It opens and closes like a book and features a 4.6-inch display on the outside and a 7.3-inch screen on the inside. The phone has six cameras on board, is powered by the Snapdragon 855 chipset, and is 5G ready. It was initially scheduled to go on sale on April 26, but Samsung pushed back the launch date due to problems with the phone's display. A new release date has not been announced yet.
Huawei Mate X
Huawei's rival to the Galaxy Fold made its debut at MWC 2019. It features a single display that's wrapped around the outside of the device and measures 8-inches when in tablet mode. The 5G phone is powered by the Kirin 980 chipset, sports a rear triple-camera setup, and has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. Huawei says the Mate X (with 8GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage) will retail for 2,299 euros (~$2,565) once it goes on sale this summer. The phone isn't expected to launch in the U.S..
LG V50 ThinQ
The successor to the LG V40 ThinQ made its debut at MWC in February and is LG's first 5G phone. It sports a large 6.4-inch QHD+ display, is equipped with three rear cameras, and is powered by the latest and greatest Snapdragon 855 chipset. The V50 is a great phone for music lovers, as it features a headphone jack and a Quad DAC that offers a better audio experience with the right headphones. It's expected to launch in South Korea soon, after which it will make its way to other markets as well. An exact release date or price have not been revealed yet.
Sony Xperia 1
Sony's flagship has a large 6.5-inch display with an aspect ratio of 21:9. It sports top-of-the-line specs including the Snapdragon 855 chipset, 8GB of RAM, and a rear triple-camera setup. It comes with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner like a lot of other Xperia phones and offers most of the bells and whistles expected from a flagship including an IP68 rating. The Xperia 1 was announced at MWC 2019 in Barcelona and can already be pre-ordered for $1,000. However, there's no word on when the phone will start shipping.
This isn't a comprehensive list of upcoming Android phones, just a taste of what's to come in 2019. Let us know if we've missed any big ones and tell us the handset you're most excited for in the comments.
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