News

New Google Pixel 3 renders further confirm similar design and notch

And only one camera on the back

Published

June 28, 2018

Daniel Morial

Image credit: MySmartPrice

We all know Google is preparing their new smartphones which should be announced sometime in the fourth quarter of the year. We’ve seen a few leaks already and the latest ones support the early info leaksters have. If you want to see both the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL months before their release, continue reading.

Starting with the Pixel 3 XL, Google’s bigger smartphone will sport the infamous notch which we first saw on the Essential Phone and was popularized by the iPhone X due to its complicated Face ID system. While it’s not exactly everyone’s cup of tea, the notch allows manufacturers to maximize the top portion of the phone’s bezel.

Google Pixel 3 XL render | Image credit: MySmartPrice

The notch on the Pixel 3 XL is not as big as the iPhone X’s but definitely not as small as the Essential Phone’s.

Based on the blueprint of the upcoming Pixel phone, the notch will house the earpiece, front sensors, and what appears to be dual front cameras. No additional details are available as of writing aside from the measurements of the bottom bezel and notch.

Google Pixel 3 XL notch and bezel measurements | Image credit: @OnLeaks (Twitter)

It also appears that the Pixel 3 XL will still have stereo front-facing speakers. This justifies the bottom chin, which is better to have rather than just a slab of glass.

The screen measures 6.2 inches diagonally and the phone has dimensions of 158 x 76.76 x 7.9mm. When you include the camera bump, the thickness goes up to 8.6mm.

Speaking of the camera, both the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL will have a single rear camera setup. Google might have joined the notch wagon, but they’re still confident about having one main camera. The Pixel 2 camera samples prove that they don’t need an additional sensor anyway.

Google Pixel 3 render | Image credit: MySmartPrice

On the other hand, the regular Pixel 3 will have a 5.4-inch 18:9 display with a normal forehead — no notch, no horns. There are holes next to the earpiece which are most likely for the front camera and sensors. Although, it might also have a dual selfie setup — a highly unusual feature from Google.

The phone measures 145.6 x 68.2 x 7.9mm and appears to share the same design of its bigger sibling.

Google Pixel 3 XL (left) and Pixel 3 (right) renders | Image credit: MySmartPrice

Both phones are expected to be powered by a Snapdragon 845 processor and run the final Android P software out of the box.

Both Pixel 2 phones have OLED panels, so its safe to assume that the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL will use the same type of screens. Hopefully, they will not have the same issues.

Accessories

Apple is reportedly working on its own gaming controllers

It might launch under the Beats brand.

Published

September 14, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

Last week, the iPhone Duo changed how you look at the ubiquitous smartphone. Foldables are in, and Apple is right there with it. But the company isn’t stopping with the foldable segment. Apple is reportedly working on its own branded game controllers.

According to Bloomberg, Apple has been working on a controller since last year. Further, a piece of code linked to macOS 27.4, spotted by MacRumors, includes references to two unknown gaming controllers.

Because Apple just concluded its huge event this month, it will likely be a while before we see confirmation of this controller. And it could be anything. Of course, because the Duo is fresh on our minds, the easiest answer is a mobile controller than can maximize the foldable’s ability to stand by itself. It could also use Apple’s larger screens like the iPad, the MacBook, or the Mac. Some even speculate that this could be Apple’s stronger push into the gaming market.

Outside of the actual hardware, the reports are also claiming that the controller will arrive by way of Beats, rather than from Apple itself. At first, the branding comes off as a surprise, but then again, Beats hasn’t really evolved past an audio brand in a long, long time. Is it time to revitalize Beats as something more than just a peddler of headphones?

SEE ALSO: First Look: Apple iPhone Duo

Gaming

Xbox saves Kojima’s PHYSINT after PlayStation drops support

PlayStation says the separation was mutual, but Kojima hints otherwise.

Published

September 11, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

Things aren’t going well in the PlayStation camp. After two months of frankly questionable decisions, the company adds another to the pile by dropping support for Hideo Kojima’s PHYSINT.

For a while now, Kojima and PlayStation were in a very productive relationship with the Death Stranding duology, a critically acclaimed collection of titles for the platform. When things looked like they were going well, Kojima announced PHYSINT, an espionage-themed game which reminded fans way too much of Metal Gear Solid.

If you were investing in a PlayStation 5 to play Kojima’s latest thriller, you might want to move your chips elsewhere now. PlayStation has just dropped support for the espionage game, meaning PHYSINT will no longer be a first-party title for the platform.

Though PlayStation claims that the decision came after “careful consideration,” Kojima himself has said that the move was “unexpected,” going against PlayStation’s assurance of a mutual separation.

Very quickly, Xbox has announced that their platform will support PHYSINT instead. It’s a big get for the competing brand because Xbox Game Studios is already supporting OD, Kojima’s other upcoming horror project starring Sophia Lillis.

Unfortunately, it’s difficult to say more. As is tradition, Kojima will not explain much more about his upcoming titles. In fact, OD’s trailer barely says anything. One thing’s for sure, though: we’re all in for quite a ride.

Entertainment

PH to celebrate 1st ever National Cinema Day; movies start at less than $2

Watch a movie on September 12 for a fraction of the cost

Published

September 10, 2026

GadgetMatch

The Philippines will be celebrating its first ever National Cinema Day on September 12. On this day, movie tickets will go for as low as PhP 100 (US$ 1.60) at regular 2D cinemas.

The campaign aims to make moviegoing more accessible to audiences. This includes families, friends, students, and cinephiles in general.

Such initiative has been a staple in other countries, like the United States, United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, and more. The same concept applies, with movie tickets going on sale for a lot less.

What’s great about the celebration is that all movies scheduled for exhibition on September 12, whether local or international, shall get the special admission price.

Advanced tickets sales have already begun. Customers can purchase through participating box offices, official websites, mobile apps, and authorized platforms.

Tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis and remain subject to theater capacity. Prices vary for other viewing formats like Director’s Club or IMAX, for instance.

The campaign is organized by the Cinema Exhibitors Association of the Philippines (CEAP), along with industry and government partners.

The initiative is supported by the Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP), Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB), and the Metro Manila Film Festival through the MMDA.

Participating cinemas include Ayala Malls Cinemas, SM Cinemas, Robinsons Movieworld, CityMall Cinema, Megaworld Cinemas, and more.