The OnePlus 6 launch date is just weeks away, and with a huge number of leaks – and even official teasers from OnePlus itself – we already have a pretty good idea of what you can expect.

Many OnePlus 6 leaks point to an Android smartphone that combines faster speeds with a trendy all-screen (with notch) design, while remaining affordable next to other flagship devices.

Update: OnePlus has confirmed the OnePlus 6 launch date as May 16.

The OnePlus 6 will be replacing the OnePlus 5T (which is now off sale in the UK, Europe and US). 

The 5T was already one of the more impressive phones of 2017, finally bringing the taller display that’s fashionable among the big brands, as well as improvements to the camera. The OnePlus 6 promises to be even better.

We’ve got a lot of information about the new phone, so here’s everything you need to know about the OnePlus 6.

In a rush? Check out our OnePlus 6 rumor round-up video below

Cut to the chase

• What is it? The next numbered flagship from OnePlus
• When is it out? Launch set for May 16
• What will it cost? Similar price to the 5T, undercutting rival flagships

OnePlus 6 release date

Hottest leaks:

• OnePlus 6 launch date: confirmed as May 16
• OnePlus 6 release date: rumored to be May or June

The OnePlus 6 launch date has been confirmed as May 16 (May 17 in China and India), with an event being held in London, England to show off the handset.

TechRadar will be reporting live from the launch event to bring you all the latest on the new OnePlus flagship smartphone.

It’s still unclear when the OnePlus 6 release date will be, but we will find out on May 16 at the launch.

OnePlus 6 price

Hottest leaks:

• OnePlus 6 price: leaks suggests a price as high as $749
• Expected to be more expensive than $499 (£449, AU$599) OnePlus 5T

It looks like the OnePlus 6 price will be the highest the firm has ever charged for a smartphone. Exactly how much it will cost is one of the things we don’t know for certain about the new phone, but everything points to it being more expensive than last year’s devices.

The latest price leaks point to a OnePlus 6 price tag between $520 (around £375, AU$690) for the 64GB model and $749 (around £530, AU$970) for the new (and confirmed) 256GB variant. It could go as far as £700 in reality when the UK prices are announced.

To put that into context, the $499 price tag of the 5T would have been around £320 when converted, but landed at £449 on UK shelves.

A small price increase wouldn’t be a surprise considering the specs rumored for the OnePlus 6, and its competition in the market, but a jump quite this large will be hard for some fans to handle.

OnePlus 6 design and display

Hottest leaks:

• CONFIRMED: screen notch, headphone jack, water resistant
• Glass rear with dual cameras and fingerprint scanner
• Bigger, 6.28-inch screen

It’s official, the OnePlus 6 will have an iPhone X-style notch in its display, although it will be smaller than the one found on Apple’s flagship smartphone.

The Chinese firm has also confirmed that the OnePlus 6 will feature the biggest screen it’s ever put on a phone while not increasing the handset’s overall size, resulting in a 90% screen-to-body ratio.

OnePlus CEO Pete Lau has also confirmed that the OnePlus 6 will have a glass design, which is a departure from the metal unibody featured on the 3, 3T, 5 and 5T.

The official image (above) is similar to a leaked image (below) which shows the screen in full, though this leaked image seems to show the button on the right edge in a slightly different position, so it may not be accurate.

The screen looks big, and with the OnePlus 5T already boasting a 6.01-inch display, rumors that the OnePlus 6 screen will measure 6.28 inches are now even more believable.

Another image (see Tweet below), teased by OnePlus itself, shows the OnePlus 6 under a OnePlus 5T. It doesn’t show much, but the alert slider isn’t visible, meaning it’s presumably either been moved to the right edge or ditched.

It also looks as though the back panel is less curvy than the 5T’s, and the phone apparently comes in a ‘refined form factor’.

More immersion in a refined form factor. Are you ready for the #OnePlus6? pic.twitter.com/2HR2YE5Jb6April 11, 2018

OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei has also confirmed that the firm’s next device will retain a headphone jack – which will be music to many people’s ears. 

That said, OnePlus is also entering into the wireless headphone business, according to a Bluetooth database leak that seemingly confirms OnePlus Bullet Wireless headphones.

There’s more good news too, as OnePlus has heavily hinted that the OnePlus 6 will be its first smartphone to be water resistant.

Don’t you just hate it when you have to stop using your phone when it rains? So do we 😉 pic.twitter.com/QEnOdm3XtkApril 16, 2018

OnePlus CEO Pete Lau has also confirmed that the firm will roll out an update to the OnePlus 6 after its launch which will allow users to ‘hide’ the screen notch.

Confirmation of the headphone jack chimes with a leaked image from Evan Blass which shows the OnePlus 6 touting a similar style to the OnePlus 5T, it looks to have a textured back and a realigned camera module. 

However, recent confirmation from OnePlus that the OnePlus 6 will have a glass body does throw this particular image leak into question.

A better look at the OnePlus 6 came courtesy of ITHome, who published a couple of snaps claiming to show the new handset in the flesh.

They could well be genuine too, as we know that the new OnePlus 6 will adopt a glass rear – something that’s been missing from the firm’s previous handsets. It wouldn’t be the first time it’s used glass on the rear of a device though, as the short-lived OnePlus X featured this finish.

While things didn’t go all that well for the OnePlus X, the glass-metal body is on trend in 2018 and sees the OnePlus 6 follow in the footsteps of the iPhone 8, iPhone X, Samsung Galaxy S9 and Sony Xperia XZ2.

The leak also shows a vertically stacked rear dual-camera setup in the middle of the phone, with a fingerprint scanner below it.

Another image leak claiming to show the OnePlus 6 adds further weight to the previous images, with a similar looking handset.

We’ve also seen a leaked specs sheet, listing a 6.28-inch 2280 x 1080 display, with the phone said to be 7.5mm thick and 175g and leaked screenshots revealing a widescreen 19:9 aspect ratio. 

Cases for the OnePlus 6 are already appearing online, even though the handset hasn’t launched, and they’re giving us another look at what the handset design might be.

A selection of Olixar cases appeared on MobileFun, seemingly confirming previous leaks that point towards a vertical camera stack and fingerprint scanner placed centrally on the back of the OnePlus 6.

OnePlus 6 camera and battery

Hottest leaks:

• A 20MP and 16MP dual-lens rear camera
• A 20MP front-facing camera
• A 3,450mAh battery

The OnePlus 6 is almost certain to pack dual rear cameras, and a leaked spec list reveals it might have a dual-lens f/1.7 camera on the back, with 20MP and 16MP sensors – the same as the OnePlus 5T.

However, the front-facing camera is listed as being a 20MP f/2.0 one, up from 16MP on the OnePlus 5T, which does raise our suspicions a little as this seems pretty high.

OnePlus has published an animation on its Twitter account mentioning that you’ll be able to focus the cameras with the alert slider.

Slide to focus with the Alert Slider. #OnePlus6 pic.twitter.com/LbLbhlwjVhApril 5, 2018

More recently, OnePlus CEO Pete Lau shared a number of high-resolution camera samples from the OnePlus 6 on Chinese micro-blogging site Weibo.  

Looking at the EXIF data for the shots it appears they were taken with the 16MP rear camera, and quality looks high – although it’s worth noting all were taken in good light. 

The real test for smartphone cameras these days is low-light and we’re still in the dark on how the OnePlus 6 will perform when the sun goes down.

The same leaked spec list shows a 3,450mAh battery, which would be a slight increase on the 3,300mAh juice pack in the OnePlus 5T. 

It’s worth noting that most of these specs match the Oppo R15, which makes sense, since OnePlus flagships are often similar to Oppo ones, as the two companies are linked.

It currently looks unlikely that the OnePlus 6 will support wireless charging. The company confirmed that the OnePlus 5T didn’t have it due to the tech not being a match for wired Dash Charge, and we doubt it will have advanced enough for OnePlus to reverse its decision for the OnePlus 6.

OnePlus 6 power and storage

Hottest leaks:

• CONFIRMED: Snapdragon 845, 8GB of RAM, 256GB of storage
• Could be a variant with less RAM and storage as well

There’s no more guesswork required here. The OnePlus 6 will pack in a Snapdragon 845 chipset, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, as confirmed by the CEO.

However, we expect a cheaper option to be available, likely with less RAM and storage, with a rumor pointing to a 6GB of RAM and 64GB of storage configuration, and Android 8.1 on board. 

We’ve also seen another leak pointing to a Snapdragon 845 chipset, 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, along with Android 8.1 – which makes use confident we’ll see at least two variants of the OnePlus 6.

OnePlus has also been teasing the power capabilities of its upcoming flagship, with a Twitter post video saying “the speed you need”.

6et ready! pic.twitter.com/bmvI75xphmApril 2, 2018

More OnePlus 6 leaks and news

Early on we heard that the OnePlus 6 might have a fingerprint scanner built into the screen, but that’s looking increasingly unlikely now with the only mainstream handset offering the tech being the extremely expensive Huawei Porsche Design Mate RS.

From the numerous leaks we’ve seen so far, it looks like the OnePlus 6 will have a rear mounted fingerprint scanner – although it may be smaller than the circular offering on the 5T.

Elsewhere we’ve heard that the phone might have a more advanced facial recognition system than the OnePlus 5T, possibly one that could rival Face ID on the iPhone X.

OnePlus has also teased gesture controls on the handset, posting a teasing clip on its Twitter feed. 

Previous OnePlus smartphones have featured lock screen features, allowing you to quickly launch things such as the camera app or torch. The teaser could point towards some additional gestures being added on the OnePlus 6.

Speed up your experience with gestures. #OnePlus6 pic.twitter.com/xo2uS2hwTTApril 4, 2018

OnePlus 6 Avengers: Infinity War edition 

Finally, we should note the superhero status of this phone. There’s going to be a Marvel-themed OnePlus 6 Avengers: Infinity War edition, according to a Deadline report.

The special edition handset, said to be coming to the UK at the very least, has Hulk-sized specs with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. It’ll also likely get a superhero paint job for its movie tie-in.

The new Avengers: Infinity War movie is due to release on April 27 around the world, and is another hint at to when you may see the smartphone hit stores.

• The LG G7 is surely in the works too.

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There are people out there that will tell you the only way to get great sound from your PC is by picking up the best headphones. However, not everyone wants to wear headphones for extended periods. For these people, the best computer speakers are going to be a dream come true. Still, like any PC hardware, finding the best computer speakers for your needs isn’t as straightforward as it perhaps should be. Fortunately, we here at TechRadar have your back – we’ve created this list of the best computer speakers, considering everything from price and aesthetic, to more technical details that will really let rock the house.

You need to think about several important details when buying the best computer speakers. How do they sound? Do they have good stereo or surround sound separation? Do you get a headache after listening to them for just a few minutes? Do they have a balanced sound profile? You need to keep these details in mind when you’re looking at computer speakers. 

You should also consider what you’re going to do with your speakers. Are you going to be playing the best PC games, prioritizing immersion? Are you going to be trying to catch up with the Marvel films in their full Dolby glory? Or are you just going to be jamming out to the new Cardi B album? Whatever you plan to do, you should go out and buy the best computer speakers on the market in 2018.

You’re not in this alone, however. We here on the TechRadar editorial team have created this list of the best computer speakers that we have tested or reviewed over the last year or so. So, sit down, put on some music and enjoy.

Audioengine A2+

Weight: 1.6kg left, 1.4kg right | Size: 6in x 4in x 5.25in | Drivers: 2.75-inch Kevlar woofers, ¾-inch silk dome tweeters | Supported Connectivity: Wireless with Audioengine’s W3 adapter | Audio Inputs: USB, RCA, 3.5mm stereo mini-jack | Outputs: RCA

Even if Audioengine’s A2+ came out four years ago, they’re still one of the best sets of speakers on the market. These aesthetically pleasing speakers are compatible with digital audio from your PCs USB port for uncompressed audio and unparalleled audio fidelity through its built in DAC. This winning combination means these speakers feature the highest sound quality in their class with amazing clarity and thumping bass.

When you realize that these small six-inch speakers don’t come with a sub, you start to learn that they really have a lot of bang for the buck. Be warned though, you might need to invest in a subwoofer for really low bass, or heavy bass sound at higher volumes. Luckily, they do come with an RCA output, so connecting one is a breeze. And, for just a few more dollars, you can pick up a pair of stands for even better audio.

Logitech Z623

Weight: 0.95kg left, 1kg right; 7kg subwoofer | Size: 7.7in x 4.6in x 5.0in speakers; 11.2in x 12in x 10.5in subwoofer | Drivers: 2.5-inch front-firing, sealed drivers, 7-inch bass-reflex subwoofer | Supported Connectivity: none | Audio Inputs: 3.5mm jack, RCA | Outputs: headphone jack

While they may be more expensive than you’d expect to pay for the brand’s speakers, the Logitech Z623 is still very affordable when you consider just how powerful they are. The Z623 may look like your average pair of speakers, but its subwoofer produces a thundering sound that can easily dialed up or down depending on your preference. And, it offers a great soundstage – with great highs and mids – making for a more immersive gaming and movie experience. 

Logitech G560

Weight: 1.79kg left, 1.79kg right, 5.5kg sub | Size (Satellites): 5.8 x 6.5 x 4.6 inches | Size (Sub): 15.9 x 10 x 8.1 inches | Drivers: 6.5-inch subwoofer, 2-inch tweeters | Supported Connectivity: USB, 3.5mm, Bluetooth | Audio Inputs: USB, 3.5mm stereo mini-jack | Outputs: Headphone

Logitech is well known for its gaming peripherals and computer speakers in 2018, but never before has it combined the two so spectacularly. The first Logitech computer speakers designed for gaming, the Logitech G560 are the best computer speakers for gamers, bar none. Not only do they feature luminous RGB lighting, but through Logitech’s software, the multi-colored illumination can adapt to any kind of content you consume – whether you’re playing a game, or listening to music through your phone. 

Vanatoo Transparent Zero

Weight: 2.04kg | Size: 7.5in x 4.75in x 7.75in | Drivers: 1-inch soft dome tweeter, 4-inch aluminum cone woofer, 4-inch long-throw passive radiator | Supported Connectivity: Bluetooth | Audio Inputs: Optical, USB, Analog, Bluetooth | Outputs: : Subwoofer, RJ50

Vanatoo’s Transparent Zero boasts the powerful, beautifully refined sound of a big speaker packed in a mid-size package all thanks to its high-quality drivers. Though it comes in a boxy, plain aesthetic, this pair delivers great clarity with more presence in the lower mid tones  as well as a lot of smooth high-end range so the sound is brighter but not harsh.

They also offer great sound imaging for an immersive experience and an extended base range. Last but not least, they’ve got a great selection of inputs – optical, USB, analog, and Bluetooth, making them extremely versatile. These are not cheap, but if you’ve got the funds, they’re certainly worth the investment.

• This product is only available in the US as of this writing. UK and Australian readers: check out a fine alternative in the Audioengine A2+.  

Harman Kardon Soundsticks III

Weight: 2.04kg | Size: 10in x 2x satellites; 10.8in x 9in subwoofer | Drivers: four 1-inch full range transducers | Supported Connectivity: none | Audio Inputs: 3.5mm jack | Outputs: none

If you stare at it long enough, the Soundsticks III might start to look like some kind of glowing alien jellyfish. These translucent babies, designed by Harman, seem more like a set of modern art installation than a functional speaker system until you step back and let it do its thing.  This speakers and bass combo boasts extra bass power thanks to its subwoofer while still producing crisp highs so you’re getting excellent sound at only $170, making it ideal for music fans with a mid-range budget.

Keep in mind its few minor cons however—it doesn’t have a headphone jack, its bass volume control is not accessible, and the LED lights cannot be turned off.

• This product is only available in the US and UK at the time of this writing. Australian readers: check out a fine alternative in the Edifier E25 Luna Eclipse. 

Edifier E25 Luna Eclipse

Weight: 3.6kg | Size: 4.8in x 8.35in x 8.74in | Drivers: ¾-inch silk dome tweeter, 3-inch full-range bass driver | Supported Connectivity: Bluetooth | Audio Inputs: Bluetooth, 3.5mm jack | Outputs: USB port for charging, headphone jack

Sure, it can be a bit bass-heavy, but the Edifier E25 Luna Eclipse is a beautiful Bluetooth speaker setup that produces a surprisingly excellent sound for something that looks like it’s a Sci-Fi prop. The Luna, which comes in red, white and black, offers a powerful but controlled bass, fantastic balance with pronounced mids, and good stereo separation. Using DRP and DSP tech, the pair delivers excellent quality with minimal distortion even when you’re cranking the volume up.

Its other perks include touch sensitive controls and a fancy little remote. Purchase its stands for an even better sound quality and the Jetsons look, if you’re into that.

Logitech MX Sound

Weight: 1.72kg | Size: 6.30in x 6.30in x 3.28in | Drivers: not available | Supported Connectivity: Bluetooth | Audio Inputs: Bluetooth, 3.5mm jack | Outputs: headphone jack

These Logitech speakers are a thing of beauty with their elegantly eccentric circular design and silver accents. And at $99 a pop, they certainly deliver a little more than what you’d look for in speakers. Before we talk about MX Sound’s pros however, let’s discuss its important con – while the brand is proudly advertising an extended bass range, thanks to its unique, rear-facing port tubes, the bass can sometimes overpower the mids and highs, making the audio a bit muddy.

That said, it does deliver an excellent soundstage and powerful audio, which makes it great for gaming. It’s got a few cutting edge aces up its sleeves as well: the dual Bluetooth connectivity so you can connect two devices simultaneously, and the backlit motion sensor controls so a light touch is all it takes to connect a device and adjust the volume.

Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX

Weight: 0.95kg satellite; 5kg subwoofer | Size: 8.5in x 4.2in x 5.67x satellite; 9.5in x 9.8in x 10.2in subwoofer | Drivers: ¾-inch Poly compression tweeter, 6.5-inc side-firing, long-throw fiber composite cone woofer | Supported Connectivity: none | Audio Inputs: MP3 two-channel soundcard miniplug | Outputs: headphone jack

The Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 speaker system promises enchanced sound for versatile use so that whether you’re watching movies, gaming, or listening to music, you’re in for a great experience. And it does. These THX-certified speakers boast power, a wide frequency range (31 Hz to 20kHz), and a detailed audio quality with punchy bass, maximum clarity, and great balance. It’s powerful enough to replicate that home theater quality. 

That’s a lot punch for $160, even if it means having to tolerate the fact that the sub stops at 31 Hz so there’s no low end rumble.

• This product is only available in the US at the time of this writing. UK and Australian readers: check out a fine alternative in the Logitech Z623 

Dell Wireless 360 Speaker System AE715

Weight: 1.18kg | Size: 7.5in in diameter | Drivers: three 2.25-inch full-range drivers | Supported Connectivity: Bluetooth | Audio Inputs: 3.5mm jack | Outputs: USB port for charging, headphone jack

Dell’s AE715 may not be the most powerful speaker in the market. It produces a decent 360-degree sound that, while is fairly common in portable audio, is a rarity with computer speakers. For it’s low, low price, this Bluetooth speaker is nothing amazing; not a lot of bass and there’s a bit of delay, but the audio quality good enough if your listening standards aren’t quite as demanding. 

However, what you’re getting in exchange are its wireless functionality, the USB charging port so you can charge the device, and the built-in mic so you can use it for conference calls. It’s definitely a great portable, wireless solution.

• This product is only available in the US as of this writing. UK and Australian readers: check out a fine alternative in the Jabra SPEAK 510.    

Mackie CR4BT

Weight: 6kg | Size: 11.6in x 9.4in x 17in | Drivers: three 2.25-inch full-range drivers | Supported Connectivity: Bluetooth | Audio Inputs: Bluetooth, RCA, ¼-inch, 1/8-inch | Outputs: headphone jack

Mackie CR4BT promises professional-grade performance, which is a lot more than what its competitors offer. The question is, does it really do that? Well, they sound good for a premium pair of speakers, but there are drawbacks including thinner mid range, and high bass cut off at 70 Hz, which means while there’s good bass presence, you might be missing the really low stuff.

The pros, however, include the acoustic foam pads to isolate the speakers from the surface it’s standing on, and the front auxiliary input. Overall, these aren’t your run-of-the-mill computer speakers. They are useful for multimedia creation and production as well.

• This product is only available in the US and UK as of this writing. Australian readers: check out a fine alternative in the Logitech MX Sound.     

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Apple has released the newest version of its mobile operating system, iOS 11.3.1. Though not quite iOS 11.4, the update is now available to users through the settings app, and does come with a fix to one of the more notable issues introduced by iOS 11.3 in mid-April, MacRumors reports. 

Screens that were replaced with unofficial parts and became unresponsive in iOS 11.3 should work properly with this update.

Earlier this month, iOS 11.3 seemed to introduce a bug that made some iPhone 8 screens unresponsive to touch if they weren’t official Apple parts. This was in spite of the screen functioning properly before the software update. Some were concerned that Apple was intentionally disabling unofficial repair parts, as users with aftermarket home buttons for the iPhone 6 had experience similar issues. But, the update fixes the issue, seeming to show Apple isn’t trying to block third-party components.

Beyond this fix, iOS 11.3.1 is a minor update, with no exciting new features coming with it for those unaffected by the screen issue. It appears to be mostly focused on security, addressing multiple memory corruption issues and protecting phones from a text message that could spoof the user interface. 

There are still plenty of iOS 11 problems that this latest update won’t fix, but we expect many of the most pressing issues to be resolved by iOS 12. The reveal of iOS 12 is likely to occur during Apple’s WWDC 2018 event in early June.

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