Tag: smartphones

Categories
Mobile Syrup

Google’s Pixel 6 and 6 Pro are now available in Canada

Google’s Pixel 6 and 6 Pro are now available at Google’s Store, carriers and retailers like Best Buy across Canada.

The Pixel 6 and 6 Pro cost $799 and $1,179 in Canada, respectively, directly through Google (the smartphone is likely sold out).

Pixel 6 Pro

Pixel 6 Pro

Display

6.71-inch, (1440 x 3120) LTPO AMOLED display, 512ppi, 120Hz refresh rate

6.71-inch, (1440 x 3120) LTPO AMOLED display, 512ppi, 120Hz refresh rate

Processor

Tensor

Tensor

RAM

12GB of RAM

12GB of RAM

Storage

128GB, 256GB

128GB, 256GB

Dimensions (in.)

163.9 x 75.8 x 8.9mm

163.9 x 75.8 x 8.9mm

Weight

Rear Facing Camera

50-megapixel (primary) + 48-megapixel (telelphoto, x4 zoom) + 12-megapixel (ultrawide)

50-megapixel (primary) + 48-megapixel (telelphoto, x4 zoom) + 12-megapixel (ultrawide)

Front Facing Camera

11.1-megapixel

11.1-megapixel

OS

Android 12

Android 12

Battery

5,000mAh

5,000mAh

Network Connectivity

LTE/ 5G

LTE/ 5G

Sensors

Fingerprint (in-display), accelerometor, gyro, proximity, compass

Fingerprint (in-display), accelerometor, gyro, proximity, compass

SIM Type

Nano SIM, eSIM

Nano SIM, eSIM

Launch Date

October 28, 2021

October 28, 2021

Misc

Colours: Cloudy White, Sorta Sunny, Stormy Black | IP68 water and dust resistance

Colours: Cloudy White, Sorta Sunny, Stormy Black | IP68 water and dust resistance

Display

Pixel 6 Pro

6.71-inch, (1440 x 3120) LTPO AMOLED display, 512ppi, 120Hz refresh rate

Pixel 6 Pro

6.71-inch, (1440 x 3120) LTPO AMOLED display, 512ppi, 120Hz refresh rate

Processor

Pixel 6 Pro

Tensor

Pixel 6 Pro

Tensor

RAM

Pixel 6 Pro

12GB of RAM

Pixel 6 Pro

12GB of RAM

Storage

Pixel 6 Pro

128GB, 256GB

Pixel 6 Pro

128GB, 256GB

Dimensions (in.)

Pixel 6 Pro

163.9 x 75.8 x 8.9mm

Pixel 6 Pro

163.9 x 75.8 x 8.9mm

Weight

Pixel 6 Pro

Pixel 6 Pro

Rear Facing Camera

Pixel 6 Pro

50-megapixel (primary) + 48-megapixel (telelphoto, x4 zoom) + 12-megapixel (ultrawide)

Pixel 6 Pro

50-megapixel (primary) + 48-megapixel (telelphoto, x4 zoom) + 12-megapixel (ultrawide)

Front Facing Camera

Pixel 6 Pro

11.1-megapixel

Pixel 6 Pro

11.1-megapixel

OS

Pixel 6 Pro

Android 12

Pixel 6 Pro

Android 12

Battery

Pixel 6 Pro

5,000mAh

Pixel 6 Pro

5,000mAh

Network Connectivity

Pixel 6 Pro

LTE/ 5G

Pixel 6 Pro

LTE/ 5G

Sensors

Pixel 6 Pro

Fingerprint (in-display), accelerometor, gyro, proximity, compass

Pixel 6 Pro

Fingerprint (in-display), accelerometor, gyro, proximity, compass

SIM Type

Pixel 6 Pro

Nano SIM, eSIM

Pixel 6 Pro

Nano SIM, eSIM

Launch Date

Pixel 6 Pro

October 28, 2021

Pixel 6 Pro

October 28, 2021

Misc

Pixel 6 Pro

Colours: Cloudy White, Sorta Sunny, Stormy Black | IP68 water and dust resistance

Pixel 6 Pro

Colours: Cloudy White, Sorta Sunny, Stormy Black | IP68 water and dust resistance

For those not interested in getting the latest Google flagship from Google itself, you can purchase the phones from various Canadian carriers (we’re still waiting on Bell’s Carrier pricing).

You can check out our full reviews for the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro on MobileSyrup, alongside our video about Real Tone.

Additionally, you can check out carrier pricing, here.

MobileSyrup utilizes affiliate partnerships. These partnerships do not influence our editorial content, though MobileSyrup may earn a commission on purchases made via these links.

Categories
Mobile Syrup

‘Samsung Week’ discounts several wearables, smartphones, TVs and more

Samsung is currently running a ‘Samsung Week’ event with promotions and discounts on several of its smartphones, TVs, tablets and more.

Check out the deals below:

Smartphones

  • Galaxy Z Flip3 Bespoke Edition: $1,399.99 or $38.89 per month for 36 months (Get a $150 promotional credit, in addition to a credit for the trade-in value of your old smartphone + Free Samsung Care+ plan for one year)
  • Galaxy A32 5G: $369.99
  • Galaxy A52 5G: $559.99
  • Galaxy Z Fold3 5G: $2,269.99 or $63.06 per month for 36 months (Get a bonus Samsung Care+ Plan with the purchase of Galaxy Z Fold3 5G)
  • Galaxy S21 5G: $979.99 or $27.22 per month for 36 months (Get 50 percent off on Samsung Care+ with purchase of eligible Galaxy S21)
  • Galaxy Note 20 Ultra: $1,419.99 or $39.44 per month for 36 months

Find all smartphone deals here.

Tablets

Find all tablet deals here.

Monitors

TVs

Wearables

The Samsung Week sale deals end on November 1st. Find more information about the sale here.

MobileSyrup utilizes affiliate partnerships. These partnerships do not influence our editorial content, though MobileSyrup may earn a commission on purchases made via these links.

Image credit: Samsung

Source: Samsung

Categories
Mobile Syrup

Do you bring your smartphone into the shower with you?

Thanks to everyone who didn’t make me feel weird about my last ‘Community Question‘ where I asked, “Am I weird for wanting to put a smart speaker in my bathroom?”

Most people seem to agree that this is a reasonable thing to do, and I really appreciate that. For my next question, I want to know: “do you bring your phone or tablet into the shower with you?”

To clarify, I don’t mean using your phone or tablet while taking a bath — I’m specifically talking about while you’re showering.

Modern smartphones and tablets typically feature IP68 water and dust resistance, so you can definitely bring most devices into the shower without fear of breaking them, but is anyone actually doing this?

I’ve taken my smartphone for a dip once just for fun to finish an episode of Fashion Photo Ruview because I already started it and didn’t want it to end.

However, I know MobileSyrup‘s Patrick O’Rouke and Bradley Bennett both regularly watch content and listen to music with devices in the shower. I think it’s a bit weird, but to each their own.

Do you guys ever bring your phone or tablet into the shower with you? Let us know in the comments below, and if the consensus is overwhelming, “yes,” I’ll try bringing the next phone I review into the shower with me to watch an episode of You.

Categories
Mobile Syrup

‘Nothing’s’ first smartphone could release in early 2022

It looks like ‘Nothing,’ the latest venture from OnePlus founder Carl Pei, might have plans to release a smartphone in early 2022.

According to a very vague leak from 91Mobiles, the startup is on track to release its first handset during the first part of next year. However, details on the device’s price, specs or even a glimpse at its design aren’t included in the report. That said, the story does feature information regarding a Power (1) power bank that could launch before the company’s rumoured smartphone.

Given Pei is Nothing’s founder, it’s not surprising to hear that the company has plans to delve into the smartphone space. The timing of this leak is also interesting given the company recently announced a new round of funding and a strategic partnership with Qualcomm related to “future tech products.”

Adding further fuel to rumours is the fact that Nothing purchased the remnants of ‘Essential‘ and the Essential Phone earlier this year.

Nothing’s first product is its recently released Ear (1) transparent wireless earbuds.

Source: 91Mobiles

Categories
Mobile Syrup

Samsung announces another Unpacked event for October 20

In what seems like a concerted effort on the part of tech giants to ensure next week will forever be remembered as one of the most exhausting weeks in tech blogging history, Samsung has confirmed that it’s holding an event on October 20th at 10am.

For those keeping track, Apple’s event is on Monday, Google’s event is on Tuesday and now, we have Samsung’s Unpacked Part 2.

It’s unclear when the event will take place, with Samsung only stating that it features “self-expression through technology. A teaser image for the event features Samsung’s Health and SmartThings icons as well as several coloured boxes.

Leaks suggest we might see the often-rumoured Galaxy S21 FE at the event or possible new mid-range devices. That said, there are rumours that Samsung has cancelled the S21 FE entirely due to chip shortages.

There’s also a possibility the stream could be entirely focused on software, including One UI 4.0/Android 12 and the South Korean tech giant’s broader app ecosystem.

Categories
Mobile Syrup

OnePlus 9RT leaks, likely not coming to Canada

The latest OnePlus device might be a successor to the OnePlus 9R that launched in India and China called the OnePlus 9RT.

The 9R itself seemed like a minor refresh of the OnePlus 8T from 2019, but placed into a body of a phone that looked more in-line with OnePlus’ latest hardware design language. The leaked OnePlus 9RT seems very similar, but reportedly features minor camera improvements that bump some of its sensors up to 50-megapixels.

I’m expecting OnePlus to reveal this phone on October 13th, but since the first 9R never came to Canada, this one likely also won’t. With that in mind, if you’re looking for a deal on a OnePlus phone in Canada, the OnePlus 8T is down to $679 right now.

I’d expect North American OnePlus fans will need to wait until the spring to see a new OnePlus smartphone make its way here given the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro launched back in March 2021.

Source: @evleaks

Categories
Mobile Syrup

Next iPhone SE rumoured to feature same design, but 5G and Apple’s A15 chip

Apple’s 3rd-generation iPhone SE will likely look very similar to its predecessor if a recent rumour from Japanese blog Macotakara is accurate.

If the report is accurate, this means that the next iPhone SE will feature the same 4.7-inch LCD display and physical Touch ID Home Button, with most of the upgrades happening inside the smartphone. This includes Apple’s powerful new A15 chip and 5G connectivity support.

The publication says that Apple plans to start producing the new iPhone SE in December and ship it to customers in 2022. This launch lineup makes sense given Apple typically releases the SE version of its iPhones in the spring.

There are some slightly older rumours indicating that Apple will revamp the iPhone SE with a larger 5.5-inch screen and a side Touch ID button in the form of an iPhone SE Plus, but it’s been several months since we’ve seen any reports regarding this redesign.

Apple’s last iPhone SE refresh was back in 2020. For more on the iPhone SE (2020), check out my review of the smartphone.

Source: Macotakara Via: 9to5Mac 

Categories
Mobile Syrup

Apple’s iPhone 14 could feature 2TB storage option

Though the iPhone 13 series only just went on sale, rumours surrounding Apple’s next-gen iPhone — likely called the iPhone 14 — are already starting to appear.

This year, Apple doubled the base storage for the iPhone 13 mini/iPhone 13 from 64GB to 128GB and added a pricey 1TB storage option for the iPhone 13 Pro/iPhone 13 Pro Max.

With the iPhone 14, it looks like the tech giant could be planning to step up its storage game even further.

The China-based publication MyDrivers, a website with a spotty reputation when it comes to leaks, says that the iPhone 14 will switch to QLC flash storage, allowing Apple to increase the smartphone line’s storage to 2TB. If accurate, it’s likely only the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max will offer this storage tier.

We’ve already seen several iPhone 14 rumours over the last few weeks, including one that the series will feature a significant change in design for the entire line. Rumours point to the iPhone 14 ditching the display notch entirely, sporting an in-display Touch ID sensor, and of course featuring the usual expected camera/chip improvements.

There are also rumours indicating that Apple will kill off the mini line in favour of offering a cheaper version of the larger Pro Max.

With the iPhone 14 series’ official reveal roughly a year away, it’s important to note that Apple’s plans regarding the smartphone line could change drastically in the coming months.

Source: MyDrivers Via: MacRumors 

Categories
Mobile Syrup

TCL patent reveals detachable smartphone camera module

The China National Intellectual Property Administration has published a TCL patent that shows off a weird smartphone with a removable camera setup.

The patent, first spotted by LetsGoDigital, shows off what looks like a normal-looking smartphone at first. However, it seems like you can remove its dual-camera housing and attach it to the side of the handset.

The image included in the patent shows off a phone with very thin edges and no front-facing selfie camera.

The patent outlines how two small connectors attach the camera module to the side of the device’s edges, allowing users to take selfies. This probably wouldn’t be great if you’re like me and like taking selfies. Being forced to move the camera constantly could get frustrating quickly, but if you’re someone who doesn’t care about your smartphone’s front-facing shooter, I can see this being a decent solution.

It’s unclear whether these cameras can also be used on their own when not connected to the smartphone. The patent was published and approved on September 28th.

In the past, TCL has shown off a ‘Fold ‘n Roll’ smartphone and a foldable that could have been the competitor to the Z Flip 3. As always, it’s important to note that this is just a patent and that this technology could never make its way into a TCL smartphone.

Source: LetsGoDigital

Categories
Mobile Syrup

Your iPhone 13 will disable Face ID if it detects a third-party screen replacement

iFixit recently confirmed that changing an iPhone 13 series’ battery will result in an “Unable to verify this iPhone has a genuine Apple battery” message.

However, the device will continue to operate like normal but without access to battery health features, just like Apple’s iPhone 12 series.

Now, more information from iFixit’s teardown of the iPhone 13 Pro reveals that swapping the phone’s display will render Face ID useless.

“We tried transferring the sensors from the old display and porting over the Face ID hardware, but no dice,” reads iFixit’s teardown. It seems as though the display is serial-locked to the specific device, and changing it disables Face ID.

However, this happens with third-party repairs and getting your iPhone 13’s screen replaced from Apple’s service centre won’t result in the Face ID malfunction.

YouTuber ‘Phone Repair Guru’ also reported the same issue. Watch the video below for reference:

Image credit: iFixit

Source: iFixit