Author: Geek Planet

Table of Contents Table of Contents Does the OnePlus 13 have a curved screen? Does the OnePlus 13R have a curved screen? Is a curved screen better than a flat one? The OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R are the latest models in OnePlus’ successful smartphone lineup. As the successors of the Android phone to beat, both have plenty of upgrades to look forward to like improved cameras, faster processors, and new touchscreen features like the ability to use gloves up to 0.5cm thick on their Gorilla Glass screens. Before their January 7 launch, rumors hinted at new flat screens (and…

Table of Contents Table of Contents OnePlus 13R versus iPhone 15: specs OnePlus 13R versus iPhone 15: design and display OnePlus 13R versus iPhone 15: performance OnePlus 13R versus iPhone 15: cameras OnePlus 13R versus iPhone 15: battery life OnePlus 13R versus iPhone 15: software and support OnePlus 13R versus iPhone 15: price and availability OnePlus 13R versus iPhone 15: verdict Are you looking to purchase a great phone that won’t break the bank? Great! Now you just have to decide between an Android-based phone and an iPhone. Why not consider the newly released OnePlus 13R and 2023’s iPhone 15?…

Earlier today, a massive leak revealed all of the technical specifications for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S25 series. That news is wild enough on its own, but another leak suggests the beloved S Pen might also receive a particularly unwelcome downgrade: the loss of Bluetooth. If that’s true, it means users won’t be able to use gesture control with the pen. The news comes from Ishan Agarwal on X. The tipster says he doubts it will improve the battery life by more than a few minutes and implies it’s most likely a cost-cutting measure. The full impact of removing Bluetooth…

The Los Angeles area has been hit by devastating fires, destroying thousands of structures and forcing swathes of people to evacuate. Reports suggest multiple deaths and no immediate respite from the hazard. In the midst of chaos, many have turned to an app to keep an eye on the situation as it unfolds and receive emergency alerts. The app in question is Watch Duty, which aggregates details from government agencies, news briefings, and camera feeds capturing the damage by fire. Users can also sign up to get the latest notifications, though some users have suggested on public forums that one…

There’s new information about this year’s iPhone 17 smartphone lineup, all concerning the cameras found on the phones. Depending on opinions, the news could be viewed as a mix of good and bad. Firstly, leaker Digital Chat Station confirmed an earlier report by Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo that said the company plans to make significant camera upgrades on the 2025 iPhone lineup. All iPhone 17 models are expected to have a front-facing selfie camera with a 24MP/6P lens, an upgrade from the 12MP/5P lens found in the current iPhone 16 models. This upgrade is anticipated to improve image quality and…

Samsung’s Galaxy S25 series will officially pop up on stage later this month. It doesn’t offer much to feel excited about, it seems. The folks over at Android Headlines have shared alleged specs sheets of the upcoming Samsung phones alongside market-ready product renders of all three trims. Starting with the Galaxy S25 and its Plus variant, the only notable change is the new silicon. They will arrive toting Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, but the rest of the internal hardware is a no-excitement zone. As far as the design goes, abandon all hope. The only consolation is the increased 12GB…

Table of Contents Table of Contents What has changed? Sharp design, sharp shape What else is new? Decent cameras Is it a phone to buy? The Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus fixes one of the things I didn’t really like about its predecessor — the camera module’s design — but has then introduced a different design feature that’s far less successful and a backward step compared with the old phone. I’ve spent a few days with the new Redmi phone to see if I can live with the changes. What has changed? Andy Boxall / Digital TrendsThe Redmi Note 13…

E-bikes are great, but they’re a lot more expensive than traditional bikes and often heavier, too. That’s not to mention that they can require maintenance and suffer from technical issues. But what if you could turn your traditional bicycle into an e-bike? That’s the idea behind the Livall PikaBoost, now in its second generation. It’s basically a small, motorized device that can attach to your bicycle to give it e-bike power. I got a chance to check out the PikaBoost 2 on the show floor at CES 2025. Livall’s PR firm, WeBranding, flew me out to Las Vegas for CES…

Investing in a smartwatch is one of the best ways to get on top of your daily, weekly, and long-term health and fitness goals. Big brands like Apple, Samsung, Google, and Garmin are the brains behind some of the top models on the market, but if you’re looking for a solid alternative, we recommend the Amazfit Active Smartwatch 35.9mm. We also heard news at CES 2025 that we’ll be getting an Amazfit Active 2 reasonably soon, so it comes as no surprise that the OG model went on sale. Still, it’s one of our favorite smartwatch deals of the day,…

Table of Contents Table of Contents Does the OnePlus 13 have a 120Hz refresh rate? Does the OnePlus 13R have a 120Hz refresh rate? How higher refresh rates evolved and their benefits OnePlus has just launched its latest flagship, the OnePlus 13, alongside its budget sibling, the OnePlus 13R. As well as packing a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and both an IP68 and IP69 rating that allows you to use the phone in the shower, it looks like we can expect great things from the OnePlus 13’s 6.82-inch screen, particularly when it comes to the refresh rate. Does the…