Chinese smartphone makers are said to be testing under-display 3D facial recognition technology. This could allow the brand to provide a secure face unlock feature in its upcoming phones without visible camera cutouts. The 3D Face recongnition feature is currently available on some Android phones from Honor and ZTE.
Nothing has announced the addition of Cloud storage to its Essential Space feature via a blog post. With the latest update, users can now back up and sync their Essential Space content through their Nothing account. This enables notes, screenshots, voice recordings, images, tasks, and summaries to stay connected across supported devices. The rollout started and will reach all 2025–2026 Nothing and CMF smartphones that support the Essential Key.
The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra was launched in China on Tuesday. It joins the OnePlus Ace 6 and Ace 6T in the brand’s latest performance-focused smartphone lineup. The handset sports a 1.5K resolution AMOLED screen with a 165Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset, paired with up to 16GB of RAM. On the camera front, OnePlus has equipped the phone with a 50-megapixel dual rear camera unit. The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra packs an 8,600mAh battery.
Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro could be launched in late May, according to a report. The tech giant will reportedly start the promotional campaign for the handsets on May 29, which is said to run till June 30. Along with the launch date, the pricing, storage configurations, and the colour options of the two models have surfaced online. The standard Xiaomi 17T is said to go on sale in 12GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB RAM and storage configurations, while the Pro model could go on sale in 12GB + 512GB and 12GB + 1TB options.
Motorola Razr 70 series renders have surfaced online, revealing updated design and finish options ahead of launch. Shared by a tipster, the images show the Razr 70 in green and grey textured finishes, while the Razr 70 Ultra appears in blue fabric-like and wooden variants. The design remains similar to earlier leaks. The Ultra model is tipped to feature a 7-inch inner display and a 4-inch cover screen, along with a slim profile and premium material options.
Samsung has been rumoured to be developing Exynos 2700 as its next-generation flagship-grade mobile processor and the successor to the Exynos 2600. While there are still ways to go before devices powered by this chipset make it to the market, the rumour mill has already begun churning out details about the potential upgrades. A recent report suggests that Exynos 2700 could bring about notable changes in design and thermal management, potentially resulting in cooler device performance.
iQOO Neo 10 will launch in a new Alpine White colour variant in India on April 30. iQOO has shared a poster on X showcasing the phone in a new shade. The phone is already available in Inferno Red and Titanium Chrome finishes in India. It runs on a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset and features a 7,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging support. The iQOO Neo 10 has a dual rear camera unit and a 32-megapixel selfie shooter.
iQOO 15T will be launched in China in May by the Vivo sub-brand, a tipster claims. Additionally, the tech firm reportedly also plans to launch its new flagship tablet in the same month, which could be marketed as the iQOO Pad 6 Pro. Along with the launch timeline, the leaker has also shared the key specifications of the two devices. The iQOO 15T is claimed to be powered by the flagship 3nm octa core MediaTek Dimensity 9500 SoC, while the iQOO Pad 6 Pro could be equipped with Qualcomm’s 3nm octa core Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.
Samsung unveiled the Trips feature in Samsung Wallet. This allows Galaxy users a single place to keep their trip details organised and stay one step ahead as their plans unfold. The new feature introduces a Trip timeline that displays all travel-related details in a single view. The Trips feature supports hotel bookings, flight details, car rentals, and excursions. It will be available to Galaxy phone users in select markets, including the US, UK, and Korea.
Apple’s latest iPhone 17 series is said to have run into a potential issue affecting several users. According to recent reports and online user discussions, some units are allegedly failing to power back on after their batteries are completely drained. It seems to affect all models in the Cupertino-based tech giant’s latest lineup, including the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone Air.
Poco C81 Pro has been launched in select global markets with a 6,000mAh battery. It runs on a Unisoc T7250 chipset alongside 4GB RAM and up to 256GB storage. The Poco C81 Pro sports an AI-backed rear camera unit, including a 13-megapixel primary sensor. It features a 6,000mAh battery and supports 15W fast charging and has 6.9-inch HD+ (720x1,600 pixels) LCD panel with up to 120 Hz refresh rate.
Apple will market its first book-style foldable smartphone as the iPhone Ultra, according to a report citing industry sources. This corroborates earlier reports that the Cupertino-based tech giant is planning to adopt the Ultra branding for its rumoured foldable, which is expected to sit above iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models. The purported iPhone Ultra will not arrive as part of the iPhone 18 lineup, which means it will not have the number 18 in its name, similar to last year’s iPhone Air. On top of this, the company will reportedly also call the rumoured MacBook model with an OLED touchscreen as the MacBook Ultra.
Vivo has launched the Vivo Y500s in China with a focus on battery life and durability. The phone features a 7200mAh battery, a 6.75-inch 120Hz display, and a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset. It offers up to 12GB RAM and 512GB storage, along with a 50-megapixel rear camera. The handset supports 44W fast charging, 5G connectivity, and runs Android 16-based OriginOS 6. It has been available in China since March 2026.
Samsung is said to be nearing the end of its long-running One UI 8.5 beta cycle, following months of testing. According to a report, the stable update for the Samsung Galaxy S25 series could begin rolling out as early as this week. It is expected to be made available in select markets before expanding globally. The development builds upon the rollout of the One UI 8.5 beta update for Galaxy S24, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and select other models last month.
Qualcomm confirmed that the Snapdragon for India event will take place on May 7. The event is expected to include new announcements about new chipsets. OnePlus is also set to launch its Nord CE 6 series around the same time. The regular Nord CE 6 has already been confirmed to ship with the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 SoC. Vivo will launch the Vivo X300 Ultra and Vivo X300 FE in India on May 6.
Vivo Y600 Pro has been launched in China, the smartphone maker announced on Monday. Arriving as the latest addition to the tech firm's Y lineup, the Vivo Y600 Pro is set to go on sale in the country via the company's online store in four colour options. The new handset boasts a 10,200mAh battery. It is powered by an octa MediaTek Dimensity chipset. The phone has also been equipped with a dual rear camera unit, headlined by a 50-megapixel main shooter, housed inside a circular camera module, along with an LED flash.
Huawei may launch the Mate XT 2 tri-fold smartphone in October, according to a recent leak. The phone is tipped to feature a Kirin 9050 Pro chipset with a focus on AI performance. It could also include a battery larger than 6000mAh, an upgrade over its predecessor. The phone is expected to offer imaging similar to the Mate X7 series and may support stylus input. Improvements to the hinge design are also expected to reduce display creases and enhance durability.
Renders of dummy units of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Wide Fold, and Galaxy Z Flip 8 have been leaked online. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Wide Fold appear to have the book-style foldable form factor. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8 feature a similar design language to that of their predecessors. The renders suggest possible wireless charging support for the phones.
HMD Vibe 2 5G will be launched in India in May, the smartphone maker confirmed on Monday. Additionally, a dedicated microsite for the upcoming smartphone has been made live on Flipkart, confirming its availability in the country via the e-commerce platform. The handset is shown to feature a flat display, which will sport a hole-punch display cutout, which might house a camera for selfies and video calls. The phone will succeed the HMD Vibe 5G, which was launched in India in September 2025. It features a 50-megapixel camera on the back.
Apple's first foldable could be thicker than the Cupertino-based tech giant's flagship iPhone 17 Pro Max, according to the leaked internal diagrams of the smartphone. The handset is said to be 9.23mm thick in the folded state, which is marginally thicker than the iPhone 17 Pro Max's 8.75mm thickness. The camera module is shown to measure 4.46mm, which means that it could be approximately 13mm thick at its thickest point. The tech giant is expected to launch the new phone later this year, in September, along with the iPhone 18 Pro lineup.
OpenAI is said to be moving towards building new custom processors for smartphones. According to an analyst, the San Francisco-based artificial intelligence (AI) company has partnered with MediaTek and Qualcomm, and both chipmakers are expected to benefit from long-term demand if smartphones with agentic AI capabilities gain traction. The project, however, is still believed to be in the infancy stage, with mass production currently targeted for 2028.
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite will be launched in India on May 7 with a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Apex chipset, the smartphone maker revealed on Monday. The handset will also be equipped with a display that will refresh at up to 144Hz. On top of this, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite will be backed by a 7,000mAh battery, which is claimed to provide up to two days of battery life. The phone will also offer up to 144 fpa gameplay on specific titles, while delivering up to 90 fps gameplay on battle royale games. The OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite will also ship with the latest Android 16-based OxygenOS 16.
OnePlus will launch two new fast chargers alongside the Ace 6 Ultra in China on April 28. The lineup includes a 120W Small Square Bottle dual-port charger and a 100W Small Square Bottle Pro model. The 120W variant supports up to 125W combined output and can charge the Ace 6 Ultra to 68 percent in 30 minutes. Both chargers use GaN technology, feature compact designs, and ship with upgraded soft silicone cables. The Pro model is designed to support both OnePlus and third-party devices.
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra will launch in China this week. Now, this model has been spotted on a Chinese telecom operator's website in 12GB+256GB, 16GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB, 16GB+512GB and 16GB+1TB RAM and storage options. The listing shows the phone with a 6.78-inch display, MediaTek Dimensity 9500 and a dual rear camera unit. It is listed with a 16-megapixel front-facing camera.
Apple’s incoming Chief Executive Officer (CEO), John Ternus, is said to take the reins of the Cupertino-based tech giant on September 1. In the latest edition of his ‘Power On’ newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman writes that Tim Cook will be leaving Ternus with a strong product lineup, with multiple devices either in the development phase or awaiting launch. Moreover, Ternus will reportedly also be overseeing Apple’s entry into various new product categories. Soon after he takes charge, Apple will reportedly launch its first foldable smartphone, which could be called the iPhone Ultra.
A recent leak suggests the Vivo X500 series may arrive in 6.4-inch and 6.9-inch display variants, with the larger model likely positioned as the Pro Max. The top-end version is reportedly being tested with a 50-megapixel LOFIC primary sensor designed to improve dynamic range. It could also feature a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera for enhanced zoom. Vivo is additionally said to be exploring a multispectral sensor, while a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera may complete the setup.
MediaTek has released the Dimensity 7450 and Dimensity 7450X chipsets. They are octa-core processors with a CPU configuration of four Arm Cortex-A78 cores clocked up to 2.6GHz. They support Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4. The Dimensity 7450X is optimised for foldable phones. They feature MediaTek’s 6th-generation NPU and include MediaTek HyperEngine for improved gaming performance.
Xiaomi is said to be preparing to expand its smartphone lineup with new sub-flagship models, following the launch of the flagship Xiaomi 17 series in India and the global markets earlier this year. The upcoming lineup is expected to include two handsets — Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro. While the company has yet to confirm the smartphones, the vanilla model has now surfaced on a benchmarking site, hinting at its chipset, RAM, and software details.
The 2026 foldable cycle has already begun with the launch of the Honor Magic V6 and Oppo Find N6 in China. Samsung is expected to introduce its latest book-style foldable phone globally, along with a wide-folding model, later this year. A tipster has now shared key details about the foldable phones from Vivo and Xiaomi, which may debut as the Vivo X Fold 6 and the Xiaomi Mix Fold 6, respectively.
Realme C100x will be launched in India soon, a tipster claims. The leaker has also shared an image of the smartphone’s retail box, revealing its design. The phone appears with a pill-shaped rear camera module, housing an LED flash and a dual camera system. The handset is expected to also support NFC for connectivity, the leaked image of the retail box suggests. The rumoured Realme C100x will reportedly be equipped with an 8,000mAh battery. It is expected to feature 45W wired fast charging support. The phone could be offered in two colour options, dubbed Deepblue Tide and Golden Coast.
Infinix GT 50 Pro launched in global markets with dual rear cameras and a 6.78-inch AMOLED LTPS panel. The new smartphone is equipped with shoulder triggers, and it has a 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultimate chipset under the hood. It carries a 6,500mAh battery with up to 45W wired fast charging support. It boasts an N1 network management chip for enhanced connectivity. The new handset uses Infinix's HydroFlow Liquid Cooling Architecture.
The Vivo X500 family is expected to be unveiled later this year, but the screen sizes of the smartphones have now leaked on the Internet. The lineup is said to include a model with a 6.37-inch LTPO flat screen with 1.5K resolution. It is also tipped to feature a handset with a 6.83-inch screen and a third model with a 6.59-inch screen. The lineup could include vanilla Vivo X500, Vivo X500 Pro, and Vivo X500 Pro Max models. They are likely to run on MediaTek Dimensity chipsets.
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra will be equipped with an 8,600mAh battery, the tech firm confirmed on Friday. Moreover, the smartphone is confirmed to support 120W wired fast charging. The company will also equip the handset with an Oppo-branded “Glacier Battery Energy Concentration” (translated from Chinese) chip, which will help the handset offer longer battery life. The company recently revealed that the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra will sport a 1.5K (1,272 x 2,772 pixels) BOE display, offering up to 165Hz of refresh rate.
The Redmi A7 4G series is now on sale in India, including the Redmi A7 4G and Redmi A7 Pro 4G. Both offer 120Hz HD+ displays, Unisoc T7250 chipset, and 64GB storage with expansion. The Pro model brings more RAM, higher brightness, a 6,300mAh battery, and Android 16, while the standard version gets a 5,200mAh battery and Android 15. Both phones feature 13-megapixel rear cameras, reverse charging, and IP52-rated designs.
Xiaomi is reportedly returning to the book-style foldable market this year with the Xiaomi Mix Fold 5. References to the phone and its chipset were reportedly found in leaked Mi code. The new model could succeed the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4. It could run on the Xring O3 chipset. Mi code reportedly refers to a new handset with model number 2608BPX34C and the internal label Q18.
For years now, Samsung has partnered with Qualcomm to power its flagship smartphones. This has been part of a dual-chip strategy, where select markets have been reserved for models powered by Samsung’s proprietary Exynos, while Snapdragon-powered Galaxy S models have made their way to others. The US-based chipmaker has now hinted that its next-generation Snapdragon chips could also power Samsung’s future flagship smartphones, including the rumoured Samsung Galaxy S27 series, continuing their long-standing partnership.
Honor 600e has been spotted on the Geekbench benchmarking platform with the model number LNA-NX3, according to report. The smartphone is expected to be launched as the fourth smartphone in the tech firm’s Honor 600 series, which currently includes the Honor 600, Honor 600 Pro, and Honor 600 Lite. The handset was reportedly listed on the benchmarking platform with an octa core MediaTek Dimensity 7100 chipset, delivering a peak clock speed of 2.4GHz. It was listed with 8GB of RAM and Android 16.
A teardown of the Oppo Find X9 Ultra reveals its internal design, highlighting large camera modules and advanced cooling. The phone uses a multi-layer motherboard with a central cutout to accommodate its imaging system. It features a vapour chamber, graphite layers, and phase-change material for thermal management. The device packs a 7,050mAh battery with wired and wireless charging, along with symmetrical speakers, multiple sensors, and extensive sealing for durability.
iPhone 18 Pro Max design has been spotted in the images of its dummy unit. The images have been shared by the tech YouTube creator Vadim Yuryev. The images show the dummy units of the iPhone 18 Pro Max and last year’s iPhone 17 Pro Max, comparing the designs of the two smartphones. The rumored iPhone 18 Pro Max appears with a familiar design. However, the Cupertino-based tech giant might make subtle changes to the handset’s camera module, which appears to be bigger than the current generation flagship iPhone model. Similarly, the camera lenses, placed inside the rectangular camera plateau, appear to be bigger on the iPhone 18 Pro Max.
Realme 16T and Realme Watch S5 reportedly received SIRIM certification. The Realme 16T appears to be associated with model number RMX5268, and the Realme Watch S5 bears model number RMW2502. The certification hints that they will be launched soon in global markets. The Realme 16T is expected to arrive as a successor to last year's Realme 15T. It could launch in three colour options alongside up to 8GB RAM and up to 256GB storage.
Vivo Imagine Labs event is being held in New Delhi on Friday (today), the tech firm has announced. The event will give content creators and other Vivo partners the opportunity to test the camera capabilities of the upcoming flagship Vivo X300 Ultra. The smartphone maker has also revealed new details about the Vivo X300 Ultra’s telephoto extender kit. The phone will support the Zeiss-branded Telephoto Extender Gen 2 Ultra kit with a 400mm equivalent focal length, providing 4.7x magnification. The handset is scheduled to be launched in India on May 6 at 12 pm IST, along with the Vivo X300 FE.
Vivo Y6 5G launched in China with a 7,200mAh battery and support for 44W wired charging. It carries up to 12GB RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. The new Vivo Y series phone runs on a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC and has a 50-megapixel rear camera unit. It has IP68 and IP69 certifications for dust and water resistance.
The iQOO 16 was recently reported to have been registered in China and could debut as the company’s next-generation flagship smartphone. Fresh leaks now suggest that another iQOO smartphone is in development, and it is likely to be another flagship or mid-flagship model. According to a tipster, the handset could be powered by the Dimensity 7500 processor. It is also tipped to sport a 2K resolution AMOLED screen and up to an IP69 dust and water resistance rating.
Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 15 series earlier this year. The lineup, which previously comprised the standard model, a Pro variant, and the Note 15 Pro+, was recently expanded with the introduction of the Redmi Note 15 SE 5G in India. Rumours about the lineup’s purported successor have now begun surfacing. Fresh leaks suggest that the development of the next-generation model, particularly the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max, is already underway.
Motorola Razr 70 Ultra design has been spotted in leaked promotional material and renders again. The images, along with a marketing video, were shared online by a tipster. The images show the handset in purple and brown colour options, featuring textured and wooden finishes, respectively. Moreover, the outer display appears to feature relatively thin bezels, along with two cameras in the top-left corner, placed next to an LED flash. The phone is expected to be launched later this year with gesture control for the camera.
Samsung has published a paper in Nature, the science journal, on the switchable 2D/3D display technology, which uses a metasurface lenticular lens-based solution. The South Korea-based tech conglomerate said that the metasurface lenticular lens-based solution will enable the company to bring 3D displays to future smartphones, tablets, and commercial systems to make virtual 2D images appear to be popping out of their screens. The technology would also allow users to toggle between 2D and 3D modes. A report suggests that the tech giant is expected to bring the functionality with its rumoured Samsung Galaxy S28 Ultra.
Lava Bold N1 5G launched in a 6GB RAM + 128GB storage configuration. It features a 6.75-inch HD+ display and has an IP54 rating for dust and water resistance. It has a 13-megapixel dual rear camera unit and a 5,000mAh battery with 10W fast charging support. It has a Unisoc T765 processor under the hood. It has a face unlock feature and includes a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
iPhone 18 has been in the rumour mill recently, with leaks suggesting it might not come with major upgrades over the iPhone 17. According to a new supply chain report, the divide between the standard and Pro models could get even wider this year compared to previous generations, especially in terms of display features. The iPhone 18 will reportedly use an older OLED panel manufactured by Samsung’s display division, while the Pro models could adopt the latest in display technology.
Apple started rolling out the iOS 26.4.2 update on Wednesday. While the latest update does not include any new features, it does fix a major bug. The new firmware version comes with the security patch CVE-2026-28950. The patch addresses an issue related to Notification Services on devices running iOS 26.4.1 or earlier iOS versions, where the devices stored deleted message notifications in their notification database. This bug was reportedly exploited by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) of the US managed to access deleted Signal messages from the iPhone’s notification database.
Moto G87 showed up on Motorola’s official support page ahead of any official announcement. The listing shows an overview of the basic hardware. It has also been spotted in a European retailer, which usually suggests that its launch is just weeks away. It could run on a MediaTek chipset. It is likely to be released in six Pantone-approved colours. It could pack 8GB RAM and 256GB storage.
Poco C81 series has been launched in India. The lineup includes two models, dubbed Poco C81 and Poco C81x. The smartphones will go on sale in the country on April 27 via Flipkart. The standard model is offered in three colour options, called Elite Black, Ice Blue, and Sunset Gold. On the other hand, the Poco C81x misses out on the Sunset Gold colourway. Both handsets are powered by the same octa core Unisoc T7250 chipset, paired with an ARM Mali-G57 GPU. The Poco C81 ships with Xiaomi’s HyperOS 3, which is built on top of Android 16.
