Apple has appealed a British government order to create a "back door" in its most secure cloud storage systems. FT said Apple appealed against the order last month around the same time as it withdrew ADP from the UK, rather than comply with the technical capability notice it received from the Investigatory Powers Tribunal in January.
Oppo Find X9 series will launch in October in China. Ahead of the launch, Oppo has revealed the chipset and AnTuTu score of the Find X9 Pro model. The Oppo Find X9 Pro has also turned up on the Geekbench website with the model number PJD110. Both models are expected to feature OLED displays made by Tianma.
Xiaomi 17 series leaks have been surfacing online for a while, suggesting the specifications and features that the upcoming lineup could offer. Now, a tipster has shared an alleged render of the Xiaomi 17 Pro, revealing the design of the smartphone. This is not the first time that a render of one of the phones in the lineup has appeared online. The Chinese smartphone maker has recently teased the design of the Xiaomi 17 lineup, showing a phone with a secondary display on the back.
iPhone 17 Pro Max in Cosmic Orange has reportedly seen strong demand, with in-store pickup reservations selling out within three days in the US and India. An Apple specialist is said to have confirmed all storage variants in the colourway are out of stock, though Deep Blue remain available in select stores, with restocks planned. Apple India’s website shows the entire Pro Max lineup unavailable for in-store pre-orders, and the Cosmic Orange option is unavailable from both Pro and Pro Max listings.
MediaTek, a leading chipmaker, has finished designing and testing its flagship chip on TSMC’s cutting-edge 2nm process, making it one of the first companies to adopt this advanced technology. Mass production is slated for the end of next year. The company also revealed that its next-generation Dimensity flagship SoC, likely the Dimensity 9500, is set to launch on September 22.
Vivo V60e 5G is likely to launch soon, and alleged renders, pricing and specifications of the phone have leaked online. It is tipped to come in two colour options with a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipset under the hood. It could feature a 6,500mAh battery with 90W fast charging. It is said to come with an IP68 + IP69 rating for dust and water resistance.
Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2025 is set to commence on September 23. A week before the beginning of the sale event, the e-commerce platform has announced the discounts on several Poco handsets. The list of Poco phones that will be available during the upcoming sale includes the Poco F7 5G, Poco X7 Pro 5G, and Poco M7 series. Flipkart Plus and Black subscribers will get early access to the deals.
Xiaomi 17 series will comprise the Xiaomi 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max. The 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max feature a “Magic Back Screen” integrated into the rear camera island. All three models will be the first phones with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. Leaks suggest the 17 Pro will have a 6.3-inch LTPO display with 120Hz refresh, triple 50-megapixel rear cameras, IP69 dust and water resistance, an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor, and a 6,300mAh battery with 100W wired and wireless charging support.
UK-based consumer tech brand Nothing has raised $200 million (about Rs. 1,760 crore) in its Series C round, led by Tiger Global and others, bringing total funding to $450 million. The company said it plans to launch multiple AI-powered devices next year, hinting that these products will complement its smartphones rather than compete with them.
Vivo X300 allegedly appeared on the Geekbench benchmarking site. This handset is equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset. The Geekbench listing suggests that the purported phone will run on Android 16 and will be equipped with 15GB of RAM. It is expected to be released in China in October alongside the Vivo X300 Pro.
Samsung Galaxy S25 series was launched earlier this year in January. The South Korean tech giant’s current flagship is the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Now, its possible successor has been spotted on a certification website in China, along with the rumoured Galaxy S26 Pro and the standard Galaxy S26. The listings reveal the charging speed of the three phones.
Samsung Galaxy S26 series is anticipated to be announced early next year. While the company has not yet confirmed the existence of the next Galaxy S lineup, a new report has suggested the chipset of the new series. It is said to come with an Exynos 2600 chipset. The Galaxy S26 Ultra variant could come with Qualcomm's next-generation flagship chipset.
Apple on Monday released iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe worldwide. First previewed at WWDC 2025, the updates bring Liquid Glass technology, redesigned lockscreen options, feature upgrades, and Apple Intelligence AI tools to compatible devices. Check the compatible devices and how to download the update on iPhone, iPad, or Mac devices.
iPhone 17 series is currently up for pre-orders in several global markets, including India. Now, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo states that the first weekend pre-orders for the iPhone 17 series surpassed iPhone 16. According to Kuo, pre-orders for the iPhone Air appear lower than last year’s iPhone 16 Plus. The iPhone 17 Pro Max is said to be the most in-demand model
Apple’s iPhone 16 was the best-selling smartphone in the second quarter of 2025 (Q2 2025), according to Counterpoint Research’s Global Smartphone Model Sales Tracker. The top three spots in the list were taken by the iPhone 16 series handsets, where the iPhone 16 Pro Max came in at the second position and the iPhone 16 Pro took the third spot.
Samsung has launched the Galaxy S25 FE in India, priced at Rs. 59,999 for 8GB+128GB, Rs. 65,999 for 8GB+256GB, and Rs. 77,999 for 8GB+512GB. Buyers of the 256GB model get a free upgrade to 512GB. Additional offers include Rs. 5,000 bank cashback and up to 24 months no-cost EMI. Globally unveiled earlier this month, the phone features an Exynos 2400 chip, 4,900mAh battery, 50-megapixel triple rear camera unit, and Android 16-based One UI 8 with seven years of updates.
After the launch of the iPhone 17 series, attention has shifted to the iPhone 18 lineup, with rumours hinting at a narrower cutout. Apple is reportedly not using under-display Face ID or front cameras in the iPhone 18 series. Apple was rumoured to shrink the Dynamic Island on the iPhone 17 series, but all four models retained the same Dynamic Island design as their predecessors.
A leaked image on Weibo, believed to show the OnePlus 15, reveals a rectangular rear camera module with three sensors and an LED flash. The phone is seen in black, titanium, and purple colourways, with earlier leaks mentioning Absolute Black, Dune, and Mist Purple marketing names. It may feature a 6.78-inch 1.5K 165Hz LTPO OLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 SoC, 7,000mAh battery with 120W charging, and triple 50-megapixel rear cameras including a periscope lens with 3x zoom.
Xiaomi 17 series specifications have been surfacing online for months. Earlier rumoured to arrive as the Xiaomi 16 series, the launch of the upcoming Xiaomi 17 lineup was recently confirmed by a company executive online, along with a few of its specifications. It is confirmed to include the standard Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro, and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max. Now, an alleged render of the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has been leaked, which hints that the handset might come with a secondary display on the back.
Samsung has begun rolling out the Android 16-based One UI 8 update to the Galaxy S25 series, starting with South Korea. Beta participants are receiving the global stable firmware version S93xNKSU5BYI3, with a 555MB download size for the S25 Ultra. The update will soon extend to non-beta users and expand internationally, though timelines for other Galaxy models remain unconfirmed.
iQOO 15 will feature a 2K Samsung Everest AMOLED display supporting up to 6,000 nits, high colour accuracy, contrast, and AR anti-reflection coating, according to the company. Powered by a Snapdragon chipset, the iQOO 15 will launch with the industry’s largest 8K vapour chamber cooling system for improved thermal management. A leaked image shows a red-to-white gradient back, curved edges, a flat screen, and a large rear camera module, hinting at a new design direction.
Vivo Y31 series, comprising the Vivo Y31 5G and the Vivo Y31 Pro 5G, debuted in the Indian market on Monday. The two smartphones will be available in two colourways, along with two storage and RAM options. The standard model packs a 6500mAh battery with 44W Smart FlashCharge support. The company claims that the phone will be able to deliver three hours of video playback with 10 minutes of charging.
Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2025 is set to kick off on September 23 for all shoppers. A slew of Motorola smartphones like Motorola Edge 60 Pro, Edge 60 Fusion, Moto G96 5G, and Razr 60 are confirmed to see price cuts during the sale.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC was earlier anticipated to be unveiled as the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2. Now, Qualcomm has confirmed that the next Snapdragon 8-series mobile SoC is going to be called Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. Along with the announcement, the company has also given an explanation regarding the naming of its mobile chipset.
Nothing has announced offers on Phone 3a Pro, CMF Phone 2 Pro, Nothing Phone 3, and other products that will be available during the Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale. Customers will be able to take advantage of lucrative discounts, among other offers. Offers will also be valid on TWS earphones, including Nothing Ear, Ear (a) and Ear Open.
Oppo F31 series debuted in the Indian market on Monday. The new smartphone lineup includes the Oppo F31 5G, Oppo F31 Pro 5G, and the Oppo F31 Pro+ 5G. The standard and the Pro model sport 6.5-inch AMOLED displays with a 120Hz refresh rate. Whereas the Oppo F31 Pro+ 5G features a larger, 6.8-inch AMOLED display.
Following the introduction of the iPhone 17 series last week, Apple plans to launch several more products by early 2026. As per a report, iPhone 17e, an iPad Pro with an M5 chipset, AirTag 2, and an updated Apple Vision Pro are all expected to be announced early next year. The company could also introduce a new product category in the form of its highly-anticipated smart home hub.
Oppo has confirmed the arrival of the Oppo Find X9 series in its home country. The company has also shared camera samples and posters on the Chinese microblogging platform, revealing the camera advancements of the Oppo Find X9 Pro.
Nothing Co-founder Akis Evangelidis confirmed that the Nothing Phone 3 will be available in India starting at Rs. 34,999 with special exchange offers for Phone 1 and Phone 2 users during Flipkart’s Big Billion Days Sale 2025. The phone’s regular prices are Rs. 79,999 and Rs. 89,999 for the 12GB + 256GB and 16GB + 512GB variants, respectively. He noted the upgrade offer is especially relevant for Phone 1 users, who won’t get the Android 16-based Nothing OS 4.0 update.
Realme P3 Lite 5G has been launched in India with a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset and a 6,000mAh battery. It features a 32-megapixel rear camera and an 8-megapixel selfie camera. The smartphone offers an IP64 rating for dust and water resistance.
The iPhone 17 series and iPhone Air were launched in India and the global markets last week. While Apple says their deliveries will begin on September 19, some of the models are now facing delivery delays. Apple's website indicates extended delivery estimates, and Indian retailers are reportedly experiencing stock shortages.
Poco M7 Plus 5G will launch in a 4GB RAM option in India soon. It was initially launched in 6GB and 8GB RAM options. It features a 7,000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging. It runs on a Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 SoC and has a 50-megapixel dual rear camera unit.
Apple has reportedly postponed the release of the iPhone Air in China. The company is said to be working with mainland authorities to resolve regulatory issues related to the eSIM requirement. It is currently up for pre-orders in several markets, including India. Sales will begin next week.
Realme P3 Lite 5G is confirmed to launch in India on Saturday. Ahead of its much-anticipated debut, Flipkart, the e-commerce platform, has listed the handset on its website to reveal the full list of specifications and features ahead of the launch. Recently, the pricing in India, colourways, storage options, and some specifications of the phone were revealed by the company.
Apple's iPhone 17 models can be pre-ordered in India on Friday, starting at 5:30 pm IST. The sale will begin on September 19. They will be available for pre-orders through Apple's online store, Amazon and Flipkart, and authorised Apple retail outlets. The company started taking pre-orders for the AirPods Pro 3, Watch Series 11, Watch Ultra 3, and Watch SE 3 on launch day, September 9.
Sony Xperia 10 VII has been unveiled in select markets, the company announced on Friday. The new Sony phone packs a 5,000mAh battery and is powered by a Snapdragon 6-series chip, paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage, with the option to expand the storage by 2TB via a microSD card.
Motorola is reportedly developing the Moto G (2026) and Moto G Play (2026). Leaks suggest the Moto G will have a 50-megapixel main camera with Macro Vision, a 32-megapixel front camera, a 5,200 mAh battery with 30W charging, and MediaTek Dimensity 6300 with 128GB storage. The Moto G Play may have lower storage, weaker cameras, and 18W charging. The phones are tipped to feature almost identical designs.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 12GB + 256GB variant could drop to an effective price of Rs. 59,999 during Flipkart’s Big Billion Days Sale, potentially including discounts, bank offers, and coupons, according to a recent leak. Official deals are yet to be confirmed, so readers are advised to take this information with a pinch of salt. The sale starts September 23 and will offer lucrative deals on many personal gadgets.
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL was launched last month and a teardown video of the smartphone highlights design choices by Google. The latest teardown video of the Pixel 10 Pro XL by JerryRigEverything reveals that the design allows for a much cleaner and safer removal of the old battery and a straightforward installation of a new one.
The Vivo X300 series is expected to include the standard Vivo X300 and the Vivo X300 Pro. Expected to succeed last year’s Vivo X200 series, which debuted in October 2024, a tipster has now revealed the possible launch date of the upcoming smartphone lineup. An executive of the Chinese smartphone maker recently confirmed several specifications of both Vivo X300 series phones.
Apple issued new spyware threat alerts to users on September 3, according to France's Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-FR). The iPhone maker sent out notifications earlier this year in March, April, and June. Apple’s spyware threat notifications highlight highly sophisticated attacks. To reduce the risk of threats, users are advised to follow a few practices.
Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2025 is only a couple of weeks away. Ahead of its commencement, the e-commerce platform has revealed the deal prices on different iPhone models. After teasing the discounted prices of iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 14, the company has now also revealed the exact price at which last year’s standard iPhone 16 will be available to customers.
Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2025 is set to kick off on September 23. However, the sale event will begin a day early for the Flipkart Black and VIP members. Weeks before the commencement of the sale event, the company has revealed the deal price of the iPhone 14 in India. The 2022 announced iPhone 14 to sell at under Rs. 40,000.
Flipkart's biggest Big Billion Days Sale Deal Yet? The iPhone 16 Pro to be available with almost flat Rs. 50,000 discount.
Itel Super 26 Ultra has been launched in select markets like Nigeria and Bangladesh. It comes with a 6.78-inch 3D curved AMOLED display and runs on a Unisoc T7300 processor. It has a dual rear camera unit and a 6,000mAh battery with 18W charging support.
HMD Vibe 5G, HMD 101 4G, and HMD 102 4G phones have launched in India. The Vibe 5G is a budget 5G phone with a 50-megapixel dual rear camera, 8-megapixel front camera, 5,000mAh battery, and a one-year replacement guarantee. The HMD 101 4G and 102 4G have a 2-inch QQVGA display, 1,000mAh battery, and colour-matched keypad, with the 102 4G adding a QVGA 2-megapixel rear camera with flash.
Vivo X300 series rumours have been surfacing online for a while. Expected to launch in October as the successor to last year’s Vivo X200 series, this year’s lineup is said to include the Vivo X300 and Vivo X300 Pro. An executive of the Chinese smartphone maker has now confirmed a few specifications of the Vivo X300 Pro, along with the handset’s performance numbers. Moreover, the Vivo executive has also shared the display size of the standard Vivo X300.
The iPhone 17 series maintains the same 1,000-charge-cycle rating as the iPhone 16 lineup, offering high energy efficiency but no improvement in long-term battery durability. Apple lags behind Samsung in battery longevity, while the Galaxy S25 series and select devices offer up to 2,000 charge cycles. The European iPhone models differ slightly from US versions, with some featuring a physical SIM tray and slightly smaller batteries, though battery chemistry and overall performance remain unchanged.
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE pricing in India has not been revealed by the South Korean tech giant yet. However, the company did announce the US pricing of the phone during its September 4 launch event. Now, a tipster has revealed the possible India pricing of the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE’s base variant, suggesting that it could be priced similarly to its predecessor.
Blinkit has announced that it will deliver Apple’s iPhone 17 series within 10 minutes of purchase once sales begin. The Zomato-owned hyperlocal delivery platform will cover the entire lineup, iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max, offering near-instant access to Apple’s newly launched flagship smartphones.
The Swarovski Edition Motorola Razr 60 and Moto Buds Loop are now available in India with the same specifications as their standard versions. The Razr 60 features a quilted leather-like finish with 35 Swarovski crystals, including a 26-facet crystal on the hinge, crystal-accented buttons, and a crossbody case. The Moto Buds Loop sport a jewellery-inspired design with Swarovski crystals embedded in the body.
