India's smartphone market witnessed a year-on-year (YoY) growth of 5 percent by volume and 18 percent by value in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025, according to Counterpoint Research's Monthly India Smartphone Tracker. The report highlights that this marks a value-led shift in consumer behaviour. Moreover, Apple has entered the list of the top five smartphone makers in India by volume. The Cupertino company also topped the list in terms of wholesale market share by value, witnessing robust demand for its iPhone 16 and iPhone 15 models.
Red Magic 11 Pro has been launched in global markets outside China by the ZTE sub-brand. Nubia. The new gaming-focused smartphone runs on a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip and packs up to 24GB of RAM and up to 1TB of onboard storage. The phone is equipped with a 7,5000mAh battery with support for 80W fast charging. It has a smaller battery compared to the Chinese counterpart.
Poco is reportedly preparing to launch the Poco F8 Pro and F8 Ultra globally, with possible availability in India. Both models recently appeared on IMDA and NBTC certification sites, confirming 5G support and suggesting an imminent debut. The Poco F8 Ultra is expected to be a rebranded Redmi K90 Pro or K90 Pro Max, featuring a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, 7,000mAh battery with 100W fast charging, a 120Hz LTPO OLED display, triple 50-megapixel rear cameras, and an IP69-rated body.
Samsung Galaxy A57 may be released next year as a successor to the Galaxy A56. Ahead of official confirmation, the handset has appeared on the company's internal test servers for the first time. It is expected to ship with the Exynos 1680 SoC. It is likely to be launched in March 2026. It is being tested with internal firmware builds A576BXXU0AYJ7, A576BOXM0AYJ7 and A576BXXU0AYJ7
Realme has launched the C85 5G and C85 Pro 4G in Vietnam, both featuring 6.8-inch displays, 50-megapixel main cameras, and 7,000mAh batteries with 45W fast charging. The Realme C85 5G is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset with a 144Hz LCD screen, while the Realme C85 Pro 4G uses a Snapdragon 685 chip and an AMOLED panel. Both run Android 15-based Realme UI 6, include 8-megapixel front cameras, IP69-rated builds, VC cooling, and dual speakers.
Oppo Reno 15 lineup, which could succeed the Reno 14 lineup, will reportedly launch in India in December. The rumoured Reno 15 series could feature three models, dubbed Reno 15, Reno 15 Pro, and Reno 15 Mini, unlike its predecessor, which offered the standard and the Pro models. Recently, the specifications of the phones had surfaced online, suggesting that they might be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity chipset. The Reno 15 Pro, Reno 15, and Reno 15 Mini could sport 6.78-inch, 6.59-inch, and 6.32-inch displays, respectively.
Realme launched the GT 8 Pro and GT 8 last month. Now, the company has confirmed the arrival of the Realme GT 8 Pro Aston Martin F1 Edition in China. This special edition smartphone will come in Aston Martin's signature green colour. It has a silver wing logo at the back. The specifications of the phone could be similar to the standard Realme GT 8 Pro.
Vivo Y19s 5G has been launched in India by the Chinese smartphone maker. It is the 5G-enabled counterpart of last years Vivo Y19s, which was only available in select markets outside India. The new handset sports a 6.74-inch display with 720x1,600 pixels resolution, 90Hz refresh rate, 260ppi pixel density, and up to 700 nits of peak brightness. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity chipset, paired with a 6,000mAh battery. The company has yet to reveal the price of the phone and when it will go on sale in the country. It will be available in three RAM and storage configurations and two colourways.
Vivo is reportedly gearing up to launch its S50 series in China later this month, following the global debut of the X300 lineup. The series, expected to include the Vivo S50 and S50 Pro Mini, has allegedly cleared China’s SRRC certification, hinting at an imminent launch. The Vivo S50 may feature a 6.59-inch 1.5K OLED display and Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chip, while the S50 Pro Mini could offer a 6.31-inch OLED panel, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, and a larger battery.
Apple will launch various new products on April 1, 2026, as part of its 50th anniversary celebrations, according to a report. Early next year, the Cupertino company might also unveil the iPhone 17e, the standard iPad with the A18 chip, and the iPad Air with the M4 chip. In June, during Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2026, the company will reportedly announce a revamped AI strategy, too. Apart from this, Apple is expected to launch its first smart home devices, like security cameras, and its first purported foldable phone, dubbed iPhone Fold, in 2026.
Samsung Galaxy S26 series could launch by the end of February 2026, a report suggests. The company usually unveils its flagship handset lineup either by late-January or early-February. However, if the leaked launch timeline is true, next year's Galaxy S26 series might see a slightly delayed launch its predecessors. Moreover, this could be Samsung's first event in three years in San Francisco, as the last was held in 2023 for the Galaxy S23 lineup's unveiling.
Apple could offer a major reboot of Siri with the launch of iOS 26.4, expected in spring 2026. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the revamped Siri will be partly powered by Google’s Gemini AI. The update could lay the base for Apple's smart home display, along with updated versions of the Apple TV and HomePod mini.
Lava has confirmed that the Agni 4 will launch in India and globally on November 20. The phone, teased to feature a MediaTek Dimensity chipset and dual rear cameras, succeeds last year’s Agni 3 5G. Reports suggest it could house a Dimensity 8350 chip, a 7,000mAh battery, and a 120Hz display, with an expected price of around Rs. 25,000.
Apple is expected to release iOS 26.1 on November 3, followed by the first iOS 26.2 beta on November 4, according to Mark Gurman. While the iOS 26.1 update introduces a new Tinted option for the Liquid Glass feature, improving readability, the iOS 26.2 beta will likely focus on performance and stability, with major additions likely in later builds. Expected to roll out publicly in December, iOS 26.2 may include US passport support in Apple Wallet and end-to-end encryption for RCS messaging.
OnePlus has announced its proprietary gaming technology, dubbed OP Gaming Core, to tackle the challenges of mobile gaming. It is claimed to combine chip-level optimisations with hardware and software tools to deliver improved control, responsiveness, and stability during mobile gaming. It is supported by the new OnePlus Performance Tri-Chip, which offers an integration of three physical chips, and OP FPS Max, a high-frame-rate gaming solution.
Lava Agni 4 is scheduled to be launched in India in November as the successor to the Lava Agni 3 5G. The company has now teased a key feature of the handset. It will be equipped with a dual camera system, housed in a horizontal pill-shaped island. In a separate development, the Lava Agni 4 has also been listed on a certification site, which not only reveals a key specification but also hints towards its imminent launch.
Samsung recently teased major AI, performance, and camera upgrades for the upcoming Galaxy S26 series during its Q3 2025 earnings call. A tipster has now leaked the full specifications of the purported flagship smartphones. The entire Galaxy S26 series, especially the Ultra model, are expected to receive major camera upgrades, with bigger sensors across the board. They may sport Samsung’s new M14 OLED panels with a Quad HD resolution.
Following the iPhone 17 series launch in September, rumours about the iPhone 18 series have begun surfacing. According to a tipster, the iPhone 18 Pro could come in several new colour options. Three new colourways have been tipped, out of which two have never been offered as an option on the iPhone. The handset, notably, is expected to be launched in September 2026, along with the second-generation iPhone Air and the first-generation iPhone Fold.
Google is reportedly to be working to modify the AOD feature in Android 17. The company could release a new"Min Mode" which could allow third-party apps to display their own persistent, minimalist interfaces directly on the AOD. Google Maps is expected to use this feature first. The 'Min Mode' may allow display of the full-screen application interface.
Samsung is likely introducing a new AI-powered feature called Priority Notifications with its upcoming One UI 8.5 update and has now been spotted for the first time. Recently spotted in a leaked firmware, the feature is expected to highlight important alerts at the top of the notification panel, using Galaxy AI for on-device processing. Users can customise which apps send high-priority alerts. It is expected to debut alongside the Galaxy S26 series early next year.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge is not entirely discontinued. Instead, Samsung is said to be preparing a new smartphone with an ultra-slim build under a new name. The upcoming model is said to be thinner than the Galaxy S25 Edge and iPhone Air. It is said to come with an Exynos 2600 chipset and a dual rear camera unit. It could measure 5.56mm in thickness.
iQOO 15 will be launched in India on November 26, the iQOO India head recently announced. A dedicated microsite for the handset recently went live, confirming that the handset will be sold in the country via Amazon with a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, Android 16-based OriginOS 6, and a 2K resolution display with up to a 144Hz refresh rate. Now, the company has revealed the names of the iQOO 15's two colour options in India. The handset debuted in China on October 20, and is currently on sale in four colourways.
Vivo X300 Pro and Vivo X300 were unveiled in China on October 13 with a MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset and a Zeiss-powered triple rear camera unit. The handset is rumoured to launch in India in December, after it was unveiled globally on October 30. Now, a tipster has shared a render of the vanilla Vivo X300, which suggests that it will be offered in an India-exclusive red colourway. Moreover, only the standard model is said to offer this shade, which means the Vivo X300 Pro and Vivo X300 FE might not get the new colour.
Xiaomi and its subbrands are gearing up to launch a slew of smartphones in global markets soon. Ahead of the official announcement, they have been spotted on the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) certification site. The purported listing suggests the model numbers and a few connectivity options of the phones. The devices spotted include a global variant of Xiaomi 17, Poco F8 Pro, Poco F8 Ultra and Redmi Note 15 4G.
MediaTek Dimensity 8500 chip, expected to succeed the Dimensity 8400 SoC, could be manufactured using Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company's (TSMC) 4nm process, a tipster revealed. This comes a month after the tech firm launched its flagship Dimensity 9500 chip. Earlier reports suggest that the Dimensity 8500 SoC will be featured on the Xiaomi 17T and the Honor Power 2, which might carry a 10,000mAh battery.
OnePlus 15T has surfaced again in leaks, revealing key details and its expected launch timeline. According to a tipster, the phone will feature a 6.31-inch flat OLED display with 1.5K resolution, an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor, and the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. It may pack a battery of around 7,000mAh, possibly slightly smaller than the OnePlus 15’s 7,300mAh unit. Expected to launch in the first half of 2026, the device could debut in India as the OnePlus 15s.
The Realme GT 8 Pro is set to be launched in India in November. Ahead of its debut, the company has teased several specifications of the upcoming handset. It is confirmed to sport a display with a 2K resolution and 7,000 nits peak brightness. For multimedia consumption, the Realme flagship will have an ultra haptics motor and a symmetrical speaker. Realme GT 8 Pro will be the company's first smartphone to be powered by Qualcomm’s flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.
Honor GT 2 series is tipped to launch before the end of this year. It is said to come with the Snapdragon 8 Elite or the newer Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC. Honor could pack a larger battery on the upcoming GT series smartphone, potentially exceeding 9,000mAh capacity. It is tipped to feature a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor and a 50-megapixel primary rear camera. The Honor GT 2 will succeed last year's Honor GT.
Google Pixel 10 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, and Razr+ (2025) offer higher levels of security than Apple's iPhone 17, according to a Leviathan Security Group report, which was commissioned by Google. The cybersecurity firm tested the phones on 33 parameters, such as their "Advanced protection programs", password managers, account change protection features, and SIM theft protection. Additionally, the California-based tech giant also highlighted how its AI-enabled call filter and spam detection features aid in scam protection.
Samsung has launched the beta version of Samsung Internet for PC, making its mobile browser available on desktop for the first time. The beta, released on October 30, 2025, supports Windows 10 and 11 in the US and South Korea, with wider availability expected soon. The browser syncs data through Samsung Pass, features Galaxy AI with real-time webpage summaries and translations, and includes strong privacy tools. Samsung aims to unify its Galaxy ecosystem while competing with major AI-driven browsers.
Apple CEO Tim Cook announced holiday quarter forecasts that beat Wall Street expectations, driven by strong demand for iPhone 17 models despite supply constraints and shipping delays to China. Although iPhone sales missed fiscal Q4 targets, Apple compensated with robust performance in other areas, including AI-powered AirPods that translate languages. Overall revenue and profit exceeded analyst estimates, showcasing Apple’s resilience and innovation amid logistical challenges.
Realme GT 8 Pro, which debuted in China on October 21 as part of the Realme GT 8 lineup, was recently confirmed to launch in India in November. The smartphone is confirmed to go on sale in the country via Flipkart. Now, a tipster has revealed that the Realme GT 8 Pro could launch in India in the third week of November. Since the Chinese smartphone maker has yet to announce the exact launch date, this information should be taken with a pinch of salt.
Apple has expanded its Self Service Repair programme to include the iPhone 17 lineup, covering the iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Customers in the US, Canada, and parts of Europe can now buy genuine parts to repair displays, batteries, cameras, and more through Apple’s online store. Prices start at $99 (roughly Rs. 8,200) for batteries and go up to $379 (roughly Rs. 31,500) for certain parts. The company has not yet confirmed the availability of the programme in India.
iQOO 15 is scheduled to be launched in India and the global markets on November 26. The handset, which was introduced in China earlier this month, is the successor to the iQOO 13. Ahead of its anticipated debut, the handset has now allegedly surfaced on a benchmarking site, which suggests several of its specifications and also hints towards its impending debut. It is listed with a flagship octa-core chipset, running on the latest Android 16 OS.
Vivo X300 Pro was launched globally on Thursday, alongside the vanilla Vivo X300. Both handsets are powered by the recently unveiled 3nm octa core MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset. While the Vivo X300 features a 200-megapixel primary rear camera, the Pro model gets a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera. The standard model sports a smaller AMOLED display and weighs about 190g. Meanwhile, the Vivo X300 Pro is heavier, weighing around 226g. The Pro model also sports a 6.78-inch AMOLED screen.
iQOO Neo 11 has been launched in China with the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. It comes in four colourways and boasts a 6.82-inch AMOLED display with 2K resolution and up to 144Hz refresh rate. The new phone has IP68 and IP69 dust and water resistance rating. It packs up to 16GB RAM and maximum 1TB storage.
Samsung has confirmed key details about the upcoming Galaxy S26 series during its Q3 2025 earnings call, revealing major upgrades in AI, performance, and camera technology. The lineup is expected to feature a new custom chipset, likely the 2nm Exynos 2600, alongside Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 in select regions. Samsung also hinted at possible price hikes due to rising component costs and announced plans to expand its foldable phones, Galaxy Watches, and wireless earbuds in 2026.
Qualcomm is rumoured to be developing a new chipset that could join the recently introduced 8 Elite Gen 5. As per a tipster, the unannounced Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 could feature a design blueprint identical to the flagship SoC. It is said to be fabricated based on TSMC’s N3p process. Tipster suggests OEMs such as iQOO, Motorola, Meizu, and Vivo could use the unannounced SoC in their upcoming smartphones.
Realme GT 8 Pro is now confirmed to launch in India next month. The flagship handset will be powered by Qualcomm's 3nm octa core Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, coupled with a HyperVision AI chip. It is also confirmed to carry a Ricoh GR-tuned rear camera setup. These specifications are similar to its Chinese counterpart. The Realme GT 8 Pro recently debuted in China on October 21 with 7,000mAh battery, alongside the standard Realme GT 8.
Lava has begun teasing the India launch of the Lava Agni 4, confirmed to debut in November. The latest teaser highlights a metal build with metallic-finish buttons, marking a design upgrade from previous models. Leaks suggest the smartphone will feature a 6.78-inch full-HD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chipset, UFS 4.0 inbuilt storage, and a battery of over 7,000mAh capacity. Expected to be priced around Rs. 25,000, the Agni 4 will succeed the Lava Agni 3, which features a secondary AMOLED screen at the back.
The Vivo S50 Pro Mini is expected to be introduced in China as the successor to the S30 Pro Mini. Ahead of its anticipated debut, a tipster has highlighted key specifications of the purported handset. It is tipped to be powered by the unannounced Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 SoC. The Vivo S50 Pro Mini could feature a periscope telephoto lens and a battery bigger than the unit on the Vivo X300. The handset may debut globally as the Vivo X300 FE.
Realme C85 Pro is confirmed to be in development as the successor to the Realme C75 5G that was introduced in May, and it is expected to be launched soon. Ahead of its anticipated debut, hands-on images of the upcoming handset have reportedly been leaked, showcasing its design and colour options. Its rear panel bears a resemblance to its predecessor, with a vertically-aligned triple rear camera unit, housed in a raised module.
The Vivo X300 series is all set to go official in the global markets today (October 30), comprising X300 and X300 Pro models. The handsets were introduced in China last week as the successor to the Vivo X200 series. The brand has teased several details about the handsets, including their chipsets, in the weeks leading up to the launch. The Vivo X300 and Vivo X300 Pro are confirmed to be powered by MediaTek’s flagship Dimensity 9500 chipset.
The Vivo X300 and X300 Pro are expected to launch globally in a single 16GB + 512GB variant, priced at CZK 26,990 (around Rs. 1,13,890) and CZK 34,990 (around Rs. 1,47,650), respectively. Both will reportedly feature smaller batteries, 5,360mAh and 5,440mAh, than their Chinese counterparts but retain IP68 durability and 1,200-cycle longevity. The Indian models are also expected to debut with smaller batteries and the Zeiss Telephoto Extender Kit.
OnePlus 15 India launch date has been announced. The phone will launch in the country on November 13. The handset was unveiled in China on October 27. In India, the flagship OnePlus smartphone will be sold via the company's online store and Amazon. Recently, the company revealed that the Indian variant will be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. Unlike its Chinese counterpart, which runs on Android 16-based ColorOS 16, in India, the OnePlus 15 will ship with OxygenOS 16, which is also based on Android 16.
Nothing Phone 3a Lite, the latest addition to the Phone 3a lineup, launched globally on Wednesday. The phone is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. The handset will go on sale today in select markets via the company's online store. It will be offered in Black and White colourways and two storage options. It carries a 5,000mAh battery with 33W wired fast charging support. The handset also features the Glyph Light notification indicator on the rear panel.
iQOO 15, which succeeded iQOO 13, was recently launched in China. Now, the company is preparing to launch the handset in India, too, on November 26. A dedicated microsite for the handset on Amazon, teasing the design, specifications, and features of the flagship iQOO 15, went live, showing it in a silver colourway. Now, the microsite has been updated to confirm that the iQOO 15 will also be sold in the country in a black colourway. In China, the smartphone is offered in four colour options.
Oppo has launched the Find X9 series globally, featuring the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chip, ColorOS 16 and Hasselblad-backed cameras. The lineup, including the Find X9 and Find X9 Pro, will soon debut in India via Flipkart, with colour options like Titanium Grey, Space Black, Silk White, and Titanium Charcoal. Oppo is also bringing the Enco Buds 3 Pro+ and Hasselblad Teleconverter Kit. Launch offers include a Rs. 99 Privilege Pack with exclusive gifts, discounts, and exchange benefits of up to Rs. 18,130.
Moto G67 Power 5G is set to launch in India on November 5 at 12pm IST. The handset will be available for purchase via Flipkart in three Pantone-validated colourways. It is confirmed to come with a 6.7-inch 120Hz screen, a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset, and a 7,000mAh silicon-carbon battery. The company has confirmed that all cameras on the Moto G67 Power 5G will support 4K video recording.
ColorOS 16 — the new Android 16-based operating system (OS) for Oppo smartphones — was made available to the public with the launch of the Oppo Find X9 series on Tuesday. The company has now announced the release roadmap for the update in global markets. The Oppo Find X8 series, Find N5 foldable, and the Reno 14 series are confirmed to be among the first handsets to receive ColorOS 16, beginning next month.
