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XDA's Best of MWC 2023 Awards: Our favorite gadgets from the show
From high-end smartphones and foldable devices to some rollable concepts, MWC 2023 had a handful of devices that caught our attention.
Mobile World Congress (MWC) is one of the biggest technology events of the year, with thousands of people flocking to Barcelona to get a glimpse of the latest gadgets. MWC 2023 was packed with a ton of cool new tech products, and we got some hands-on time with many of them. From flashy prototypes and concept phones to gadgets you can actually buy, we're here to highlight some of our favorites from the MWC show floor.
Nothing Phone 2 will bring a massive performance boost with a Snapdragon 8 series chip
Nothing has announced that its next handset will feature a Snapdragon 8 series chip.
Today, Nothing announced some news at Mobile World Congress, sharing that it'd utilize a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 series processor in its upcoming Nothing Phone 2 handset. This is quite a step up from the current model, the Nothing Phone 1, which made use of a mid-range SoC. During the same announcement, Nothing CEO Carl Pei also teased that the company would be launching a new product next month.
Tecno Phantom V Fold hands-on: Surprisingly solid hardware from a little-known brand
We continue to be impressed by Tecno's flagship efforts.
A new foldable phone just launched at Mobile World Congress 2023, and chances are you haven't heard of the brand before. Tecno, a Chinese brand, has actually been making mobile phones since 2006, but up until two to three years ago, it focused almost exclusively on selling ultra-budget phones in Africa. It doesn't even sell in its home country. Over the past few years, Tecno began expanding to other markets such as Latin America, Southeast Asia, India, and the Middle East.
Tecno launches its first foldable smartphone with Phantom V Fold 5G
If you've never heard of Tecno, this is the best introduction you'll get, as the company launches its first foldable smartphone.
It's that time of year again when journalists and tech enthusiasts descend on Barcelona for Mobile World Congress. This year, the event is taking place over four days, and although it's only its second day, we've already seen some exciting announcements. Tecno, a company you might have never heard of, is not only launching its latest smartphone, but it's also launching its first foldable smartphone, the Phantom V Fold 5G.
Realme GT3 revealed as a 240W charging speedster with great efficiency
You'll never be far from getting back to scrolling again.
Realme has revealed its upcoming smartphone with extremely attractive charging speeds and efficiency.
Dell refreshes the XPS 17 and XPS 15 with 13th-gen Intel CPUs and RTX 40 series GPUs
Dell's most powerful laptops are getting a boost with the latest Intel CPUs and Nvidia GPUs.
Dell's best laptops are getting better. Just announced are refreshes for the XPS 15 and the XPS 17 with Intel's latest 13th-generation CPUs, and Nvidia's 40-series mobile GPUs. Also announced is the newly updated XPS Desktop, which is getting a slight redesign, new color options, and a bump in CPU and GPU power under the hood.
OnePlus will launch its first foldable phone in late 2023
OnePlus is finally launching its foldable handset sometime in the latter part of 2023 But will it be enough to dethrone the Galaxy Z Fold 4?
OnePlus really didn't have too much new to share at Mobile World Congress, with just an announcement sharing details about its OnePlus 11 Concept handset featuring advanced cooling technology. But, out of the blue, the company did have one surprise announcement, sharing that it will launch its first foldable smartphone sometime later in the year. This could be an important launch for OnePlus, because it means there could be a good chance that the foldable handset might find its way to the United States. Currently, Samsung and its Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 have virtually no competition in the US, but could the OnePlus foldable be the handset that finally takes the crown from Samsung?
Huawei Watch GT Cyber has user-swappable parts that can evolve its look
Huawei is pushing the design envelope with its Watch GT Cyber, giving users the ability to swap out parts for a completely new look.
While Huawei has long offered smartwatches, introducing new iterations each year, the company has now perhaps released its most ambitious design yet with the Huawei Watch GT Cyber that features a design that will allow users to customize the look of the device with interchangeable cases that can be swapped out on the fly.
Android and Wear OS are getting massive improvements thanks to these new features
Google is dropping some fantastic new Android and Wear OS features, giving users more ways to enhance their experience.
While there are a lot of new hardware announcements during Mobile World Congress, Google has arrived to the show to share plenty of software enhancements for Android and Wear OS. The company is unveiling nine new features that will be coming to users today and in the near future, improving the experience on both operating systems. As you can imagine, this is all quite exciting, so let's get started with the features that are arriving today.
Honor Magic5 Pro is a powerhouse smartphone packed with unique features
Honor has announced its latest handset, the Magic5 Pro, alongside the international debut of the Honor Magic Vs.
Honor has announced its new Honor Magic5 Pro and the international release of the Honor Magic Vs. While both handsets made a splash at Mobile World Congress, the company chose to focus more of its energy on the all-new Magic5 Pro, and while it offers a lot of power under the hood, its unique features are what could make it a true stand out.
How to watch Honor's MWC 2023 launch event
This is where you can watch live and see all of Honor's exciting products launched at Mobile World Congress 2023.
We are less than a week away from the start of Mobile World Congress (MWC) and as you might expect, there will be lots of companies in attendance, showcasing some of its latest products during the event. One of those companies will be Honor, celebrating the global launch of the Magic Vs and Magic5 Series. Luckily, if you're unable to make it to Barcelona, Honor will hold a live stream of the launch event, so you'll be able to see and hear all the exciting news as it rolls out. The launch event and live stream will go live on February 27, 2023 at 1:30pm CET.
OnePlus 11 Concept keeps cool under the most intense situations with Active CryoFlux
A gamer's best friend for consistent frames and performance.
OnePlus revealed its next smartphone concept at MWC 2023 and how it aims to up the standards of mobile device cooling. According to OnePlus, the company's next smartphone is redefining the cooling standard the mobile industry may look to take with its Active CryoFlux technology in the OnePlus 11 Concept.
Lenovo's new ThinkPad Z13 has Zen 4 AMD processors and a flax fiber lid
Lenovo is refreshing many of its ThinkPad laptops, including the AMD-powered Z13 and Z16. There are also new IdeaPad laptops.
Ahead of this year's Mobile World Congress, or MWC, Lenovo has announced a wide-reaching refresh of its ThinkPad lineup. Multiple laptops, including the ThinkPad Z13 and Z16, the T series, and more are getting updated, some with completely new designs. Lenovo also introduced a couple of new IdeaPad laptops.
TCL's 40 series line expands with three new affordable and feature-packed smartphones
TCL has added to its 40 series lineup, debuting the TCL 40 XL, TCL 40 XE 5G, and TCL 40 X 5G at Mobile World Congress 2023.
Back in January, TCL made a slash at CES 2023, debuting its 40 series smartphones, along with new tablets, and even its first AR eyewear device. A month later, at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, the company is adding to its 40 series handsets with the debut of the TCL 40 XL, TCL 40 XE 5G, and TCL 40 X 5G. While both offer a lot of features, the significant part about these handsets is that they aren't going to break the bank.
Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro and Bud 4 Pro get unveiled at Mobile World Congress 2023
We've seen these launched previously, but now Xiaomi is bringing its latest accessories to more markets.
Along with the announcement of the Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro at MWC 2023, the company has also debuted some of its latest accessories to new markets. The Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro is a sleek-looking smartwatch that offers physical controls through its rotating crown, while the Bud 4 Pro are a stylish and compact set of earbuds that offer excellent sound paired with powerful active noise cancelation abilities.
Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro go international with MWC debut
Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro made their international debuts during Mobile World Congress.
Xiaomi has been making smartphones for quite some time, but some of its more recent entries have offered some impressive specifications and features, having potential to maybe sit at the very top of the list when it comes to the best Android smartphones out right now. For the most part, what tends to hold Xiaomi back is its lack of global availability. With that said, the company has now debuted the Xiaomi 13 Pro, alongside the Xiaomi 13 at Mobile World Congress for its first international release.
Motorola Defy 2 is an affordable Android smartphone that features two-way satellite communication
Motorola is bringing two-way satellite communication to the masses, now offering the technology in its latest smartphone, the Defy 2.
Motorola has once again partnered with Bullitt Group to bring another two-way satellite communication device to market. While its first collaboration with Motorola was the Defy Satellite Link, this time, we're getting something a bit more interesting with the Defy 2 Android smartphone. This will be one of the first relatively affordable Android satellite smartphones on the market, beating out the likes of Samsung, OnePlus, and others.
Nokia's latest C and G series devices showcases a commitment to durability and longevity
Phones that take care of themselves and you.
Nokia at MWC 2023 is detailing its efforts at bringing durability back to its smartphones as it unveils a trifecta of devices.
Motorola Defy Satellite Link brings two-way satellite communication to iOS and Android devices for just $99
Motorola and Bullitt Group are partnering to introduce an affordable satellite communication device that is compatible with iOS and Android devices.
When Apple launched satellite service with its iPhone 14 line, many assumed that other manufacturers would immediately follow suit, but that actually hasn't been the case. Samsung launched its Galaxy S23 series without the feature, and we have yet to see it pop on other new Android handsets released over the past few weeks. But, that doesn't mean you soon won't be able to add the feature to your existing devices thanks to the newly announced Motorola Defy Satellite Link.
