The iQOO 15 is set to launch in India on November 26, featuring Android 16-based OriginOS 6 out of the box. A report claims the phone will offer five years of OS upgrades and seven years of security updates, the longest support yet for the brand. It will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC, paired with LPDDR5x RAM, UFS 4.1 storage, and a Q3 gaming chip. The device will be available in Alpha (black) and Legend (white) colours with a 2K 144Hz display.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series is expected to go official early next year as the successor to the Galaxy S25 series. In recent weeks, the company has teased major artificial intelligence (AI), performance, and camera upgrades that are in store for its upcoming flagships. According to a recent report, the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+ will come with upgraded triple rear cameras, including a new 12-megapixel telephoto sensor. Both models are expected to get a bump in battery size, too.

Apple is developing several new features linked to satellite connectivity for the iPhone, as per a seasoned journalist. The Cupertino-based tech giant first introduced satellite-based emergency calls and messages in 2022 with the iPhone 14 series. Subsequent iPhone models have all featured support for it, along with several quality-of-life upgrades. However, users may reportedly soon also be able to use Apple Maps and share photos when connected to a satellite network.

Motorola Edge 70 Ultra could launch soon as a successor to last year's Motorola Edge 50 Ultra. Ahead of any official confirmation, a leak has suggested its possible specifications. The upcoming handset could feature an OLED screen with 1.5K resolution. It is said to come with the unannounced Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset. It is tipped to feature a periscope telephoto camera. It is said to retain the slim design of the Motorola Edge 70, and this would put the handset in the same camp as the Galaxy S25 Edge and iPhone 17 Air.

OnePlus Ace 6 Pro Max is expected to go official in China this month. A tipster suggests that the purported handset could be introduced as the OnePlus Ace 6T instead, bringing back the ‘T’ moniker for the first time since the OnePlus 8T. It may be powered by the unannounced Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset. OnePlus is also rumoured to partner with Genshin Impact to introduce a special edition of the purported OnePlus Ace 6T.

Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy S26 series in late January 2026, with sales beginning in early February. The phones will reportedly feature Samsung’s 2nm Exynos 2600 or Qualcomm’s 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipsets, depending on the region. Earlier concerns of a delay were reportedly resolved after Samsung replaced the underperforming Edge model with the revived S26+. The decision followed weak Galaxy S25 Edge sales, which were 74 percent lower than the S25+, prompting a lineup adjustment.

Realme GT 8 Pro Aston Martin F1 Edition has been launched in China. This special edition smartphone has similar hardware features to the regular Realme GT 8 Pro, but it boasts a distinct design with Aston Martin's signature green colour with a silver-wing logo on the rear panel. The Realme GT 8 Pro Aston Martin F1 Edition ships with a custom retail box and other accessories. It is equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC and a 7,000mAh battery.

The Oppo Find X9 series is scheduled to be launched in India on November 18. Similar to its global counterparts, the lineup is expected to comprise two models — Oppo Find X9 and Oppo Find X9 Pro. Ahead of its debut, the company has listed both of the upcoming Find X9 series handsets on its website, revealing the RAM and storage configurations, as well as their possible colourways. The Find X9 series, notably, was introduced in China on October 16.

Oppo Reno 15 series will be launched in China next week, the company announced on Monday. The upcoming lineup is expected to comprise three models — Oppo Reno 15, Reno 15 Pro, and a new Reno 15 Mini variant. The standard Reno 15 and Reno 15 Pro have also been listed on the company’s online shopping platform ahead of debut, which reveals the RAM and storage variants and possible colourways of the handsets.

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Z TriFold is expected to be one of its rarest foldables yet, with production said to be limited to a fraction of its other foldable models. According to a recent report, Samsung is taking a cautious approach due to the device’s complex dual-hinged design and high $2,500 (roughly Rs. 2,21,700) price tag. Unlike the mass-produced Fold 7, the TriFold will serve as a niche, high-end showcase model. It’s expected to launch in select markets, including South Korea, China, Singapore, Taiwan, and the UAE.

iPhone 18 Pro models are expected to adopt a hole-punch cutout for the front-facing camera. They are said to come with transparent back panels. Apple is likely to employ the HIAA (hole-in-active-area) display technology in the new flagship models to offer a more seamless display. The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max could run on the A20 chipset. The company is said to be testing variable aperture for the main camera.

Lava is set to launch the Agni 4 in India on November 20 as the successor to the Agni 3 5G. Leaks suggest it will feature a 1.5K 120Hz OLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 8350 SoC, LPDDR5X RAM, and UFS 4 storage. The phone is tipped to include a 50-megapixel dual rear camera, a 5,000mAh battery with 66W charging, and an aluminium frame with a glass back. It may feature an Action Button and is expected to be priced under Rs. 30,000.

Poco F8 Pro could launch soon, and a recent leak brings us an image that claims to portray the retail box of the upcoming Poco F-series smartphone. The packaging shows a 'Sound by Bose' tagline, suggesting it will be a global variant of the Redmi K90. It may not include a charging adapter in the box. The Poco F8 Pro will succeed the Poco F7 Pro.

The Oppo Find X9 series will be launched in India later this month, the company announced on Monday. The lineup is expected to comprise the Find X9 and Find X9 Pro models, both of which have already been introduced in China. Oppo claims the Find X9 series will debut with a triple rear camera system co-developed with Hasselblad and headlined by a 200-megapixel "ultra clear" camera. It is expected to ship with ColorOS 16 based on Android 16.

Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy S26 series early next year, and we have seen various leaks about the chipset powering the devices. The South Korean brand is likely to return to a dual-chip approach for its Galaxy S26 series, utilising both Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 and its in-house Exynos 2600. A new remark from the Qualcomm executives suggests that the Exynos 2600 will power only a limited portion of the lineup, while the majority of the devices will be equipped with a Qualcomm processor.

Realme is reportedly preparing to launch the Realme C85 5G in India soon, following its debut in Vietnam. The phone is nearly identical to the Realme 15x 5G but features an 8-megapixel selfie camera and 45W charging instead of 60W. It’s expected to be priced slightly lower than the 15x. The tipster also claims that Redmi will introduce the 15C series in India soon, while the Redmi Note 15 lineup is tipped to arrive in early 2026.

Manufacturing the iPhone and other devices could become more expensive for Apple due to the alleged rise in costs. As per a tipster, the Cupertino-based tech giant has been informed by TSMC of the impending rise in advanced fabrication processes of chipsets under 5 (nm) next year. While the general increase in production costs is said to be between three to five percent over the last 26 years, some customers and assembly lines could see this hike to between eight to 10 percent.

Oppo Reno 15 series is said to be in development as the successor to the Reno 14 series. As per a report, the purported handsets will be launched in China on November 17. The lineup is expected to comprise three models — Oppo Reno 15, Reno 15 Pro, and a new Reno 15 Mini variant. Meanwhile, the Oppo Reno 15 series has previously been anticipated to debut in India next month.

iPhone Air was launched globally in September as Apple's new thin and light smartphone. The handset boasts a thickness of 5.6mm while featuring a Titanium frame. However, the Cupertino tech giant could have started developing the supposed successor to the iPhone Air, which could be called iPhone Air 2. A tipster has shared a render and key specifications of the rumoured smartphone, suggesting it might carry a dual rear camera unit. If true, it would be a significant improvement over its predecessor.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra may not see major camera upgrades despite the powerful Exynos 2600 chipset. Leaks suggest the phone will retain most of its predecessor’s sensors, with only the 3x telephoto camera upgraded from 10-megapixel sensor to a 12-megapixel one. While the Exynos 2600 reportedly supports advanced imaging and 8K video, Samsung may reserve its full capabilities for future models. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is also expected to feature faster 55W PPS charging, improving efficiency over the previous 45W system.

Realme GT 8 Pro India launch date has been confirmed via the phone's dedicated microsite. The handset will arrive in India in the third week of November. It is confirmed to be sold in the country via the smartphone maker's online store and Flipkart. The upcoming flagship will be powered by Qualcomm's 3nm octa core Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. It will also carry a Ricoh GR-powered triple rear camera setup and an LED flash. This comes nearly a month after its debut in China on October 21.

Huawei Mate 70 Air has been launched in China with a 6,500mAh battery and two chipset options. The phone is currently available for pre-order via the company's only store in four storage configurations and three colourways. The new Huawei handset supports 66W wired fast charging. It gets a quad rear camera setup, headlined by a 50-megapixel primary shooter. On the front, it boasts a 10.7-inch selfie camera. The smartphone sports a 7-inch AMOLED display, too.

Xiaomi 17 Ultra might launch soon, and the handset has received the 3C certification in China. The listing suggests 100W fast wired charging support on the device. This would be a significant upgrade over the existing Xiaomi 15 Ultra, which offers 90W wired fast charging. The listing suggests two variants for the phone. It is expected to be launched in the first quarter of next year.

iOS 26.2 is available in beta and is expected to be available before the end of the year. There is a reference to the Apple Creator Studio in the works. The iOS 26.2 beta 1 comes shortly after the release of iOS 26.1 with minor updates for iPhone models. It is also said to bring a new Enhanced Safety Alerts feature and new Liquid Glass lock screen customisations.

Moto G57 Power and Moto G57 have been launched in select global markets on Wednesday. They run on a Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 chipset and have a 6.72-inch display. They feature a 50-megapixel Sony LYTIA 600 rear camera and have an IP64-rated build. The Moto G57 Power packs a 7,000mAh battery, while the Moto G57 features a 5,200mAh battery.

A new leak suggests Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chipset will debut in two versions, including a standard model and a Pro variant. Both will use TSMC’s 2nm N2P process and a 2+3+3 CPU core layout, but the Pro will feature LPDDR6 memory, a faster GPU, and enhanced AI capabilities. Expected to cost about $70 (roughly Rs. 6,200) more than the Gen 5, the Pro chip may power ultra-premium phones from Samsung, OnePlus, Xiaomi, and iQOO when it launches in 2026.

Realme GT 8 Pro is set to launch in India this month. Ahead of its launch, Realme's Francis Wong has published an article on X (formerly Twitter), assuring Indian consumers that the company will try to absorb the increased prices of memory and storage devices and not pass on the costs to the cusotmers. This comes after several reports highlighted that critical smarpthone components are being redirected for artificial intelligence (AI) data centers and cloud computing.

Motorola Edge 70 has been launched in three colourways. It comes with a 5.99mm thin build and weighs 159 grams. The new phone runs on the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, alongside 12GB of RAM. The Motorola Edge 70 has a 6.67-inch pOLED display and carries a 4,800mAh Silicon-Carbon battery with support for 68W wired charging and 15W wireless charging.

The Lava Agni 4, launching in India on November 20, will succeed the Agni 3 5G. It will feature an aluminium frame, dual rear cameras, and a new side capture button. Available in Lunar Mist and Phantom Black, the phone is expected to cost under Rs. 30,000. Key specifications are expected to include a MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chip, 6.78-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, 7,000mAh battery, USB 3.1, and LPDDR5X RAM. It will come with AI features, alongside a “Zero Bloatware” experience and Free Home Replacement service.

Realme UI 7.0, which is based on Android 16, has been launched globally. The company has also announced the Realme UI 7.0 public beta programme, which will allow users to download and install the firmware on their phones to give feedback, allowing the company to fix reported bugs. The new Realme UI 7.0 brings Light Glass Design to Realme phones, along with various artificial intelligence (AI)-powered features, like AI Notify Brief and AI Framing Master.

Apple's iOS 26.2 beta, released on Tuesday, introduces a new Enhanced Safety Alerts feature, available in the iPhone's Settings app under Notifications. For users in supported regions, tapping this option reveals toggles for Earthquake Alerts and Imminent Threat Alerts. The settings also allow users to share their approximate location with Apple to help improve the accuracy and timeliness of these alerts.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected launch a year after the arrival of the the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Recently, the images of the purported screen protectors of the Galaxy S26 series had surfaced online, revealing the design. Now, a tipster has shared renders of the Galaxy S26 Ultra's front fascia, suggesting that the handset might sport more rounded corners than its predecessor. Expected to launch in February next year, the smartphone could be powered by an Exynos 2600 chip in some regions and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC in others.

The OnePlus Ace 6 Pro Max is expected to launch in China by the end of November, with leaks suggesting it could debut globally as the OnePlus 15R. Tipster Smart Pikachu claims the phone will feature the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset with 12GB or 16GB LPDDR5x Ultra RAM and 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB UFS 4.1 storage. Other expected specifications include a 6.7-inch 1.5K OLED display, 8,000mAh battery with 100W charging, a 50-megapixel dual rear camera setup, and a 32-megapixel selfie shooter.

Moto G67 Power 5G has launched in India with a 7,000mAh silicon-carbon battery and a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset. The phone will be available in the country via Flipkart and the Motorola India online store in three Pantone-curated colour options and two storage configurations. It features 8GB of RAM, which can be expanded by up to 24GB with RAM Boost 4.0. It boasts a Vegan Leather finish on the rear panel. The new Moto G67 Power 5G is equipped with a triple rear camera unit, headlined by a 50-megapixel primary shooter.

Moto G Play (2026) and Moto G (2026) launched in select international markets with MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipsets and 5,200 mAh batteries. They run on Android 16 and feature 6.7-inch LCD panels. The Moto G (2025) comes with a 50-megapixel primary rear camera, while the Moto G Play (2026) features a 32-megapixel main rear camera.

Redmi Turbo 5 has appeared on China’s 3C certification site, hinting at an imminent launch. A tipster claims it could debut in China this month and globally as the Poco X8 Pro. The phone is said to feature a MediaTek Dimensity 8500 SoC, a 6.5-inch 1.5K display, and a metal frame with IP68 protection. It may pack an 8,000mAh or 9,000mAh battery with 100W fast charging, marking a major upgrade over the Redmi Turbo 4's 6,550mAh cell.

Moto G67 Power 5G is scheduled to launch later today with a 7,000mAh silicon-carbon battery with 30W wired fast charging support. The upcoming handset was recently listed on the company’s website in the country, revealing its specifications in full. It will be powered by a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chip, paired with an Adreno GPU. It will also feature 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of onboard storage. It will be available in India via Flipkart and Motorola’s website in three colourways.

Nothing has confirmed that Phone 3a Lite users will soon be able to completely uninstall Meta services, following backlash over pre-installed apps like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. The feature will roll out later this month with the Nothing OS 4.0 beta update. The company defended its move, claiming preloaded apps boost performance and cut costs, but users argue it undermines Nothing’s clean-software promise. The new Lock Glimpse feature has also drawn criticism for being intrusive, though it can be disabled in settings.

Samsung Galaxy S26 series' launch date recently surfaced online, suggesting that the lineup might launch later than earlier anticipated. Expected to include the vanilla Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra, the handsets are said to be powered by an Exynos 2600 chip in select markets and by a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC in others. Now, a report reveals that the Galaxy S26 series could launch at a higher price than its predecessor, the Galaxy S25 lineup, due to the rising cost of critical components.

The OnePlus Ace 6 Pro Max is expected to debut soon as a more powerful variant of the Ace 6, launched in October. An image of the phone's retail box has surfaced online. Leaks suggest it may feature the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, a 6.7-inch 1.5K OLED display with a 165Hz refresh rate, and an 8,000mAh battery with 100W fast charging. It may arrive in India as the OnePlus 15R.

Vivo X300 Ultra's key specifications have surfaced online, suggesting that the rumoured handset might offer an upgraded rear camera setup than its predecessor, the Vivo X200 Ultra. Recently, a tipster revealed that the Vivo X300 Ultra will carry a triple rear camera unit, headlined by two 200-megapixel cameras. The handset will be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, instead of the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip powering the Vivo X200 Ultra. Moreover, it could feature a similar 2K resolution display as its supposed predecessor.

Lava Agni 4 will feature an Aluminium body, instead of the plastic body seen on its predecessor, Agni 3 5G, according to a teaser shared by the company on a social media platform. The handset is scheduled to debut in India on November 20. While most of the specifications, features, pricing, and colour options are still under wraps, the Noida-based tech firm has shown its upcoming Agni series phone with a dual rear camera unit and a new button on the right side, which resembles Apple's Camera Control button.

Moto G67 Power 5G is set to launch in India on November 3. While various features of the upcoming phone were known, the handset has now been listed on the Motorola India website, revealing its storage variants, colourways, and key specifications in full, a day before its unveiling. It will be available in the country via Flipkart and the company's online store in three colourways. The phone will be offered in 8GB RAM + 128GB storage and 8GB RAM + 256GB storage configurations. It will be powered by a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chip, paired with a 7,000mAh battery.

Vivo has confirmed that the Y500 Pro will launch in China on November 10 at 7pm local time (4:30pm IST). The handset will feature a 6.67-inch 1.5K OLED display, a 200-megapixel Samsung HP5 camera with OIS, and a 7,000mAh battery supporting 90W fast charging. It will also offer IP68 and IP69 dust and water resistance ratings and an anti-glare glass back. A Geekbench listing suggests the smartphone uses a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 chipset with 12GB RAM and runs Android 16 with OriginOS 6.

Apple's iOS 26.1 update is now available for users to download and install. The new firmware upgrade brings a much-anticipated option for users, which will allow them to switch between the default clear Liquid Glass look and a new tinted look. It also introduces Communication Safety and Web content filters for children aged between 13 and 17 to limit them from viewing adult websites. The company has also fixed various known issues with previous versions of iOS 26, like AirDrop icon visual defects in the iOS share sheet.

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra could take another step toward a softer design. New leaks shared by tipster IceUniverse suggest the upcoming flagship may feature noticeably rounder edges, continuing the shift that began with the Galaxy S25 Ultra. The images, reportedly of tempered glass screen protectors, also indicate Samsung will retain flat displays across the Galaxy S26 lineup. The series is rumoured to launch around February 25, though the company has yet to confirm the date.

The Oppo Reno 15 model has appeared on Geekbench, suggesting a MediaTek Dimensity 8450 chipset with a Mali-G720 MC7 GPU. The octa-core processor includes four cores at 2.10GHz, three at 3.00GHz, and one at 3.25GHz. The handset scored 1,668 and 6,274 points in single-core and multi-core tests, respectively. It is expected to run Android 16 with 16GB of RAM. The Reno 15 series, including Reno 15, Reno 15 Pro, and Reno 15 Mini, is rumoured to launch in India in December.

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.

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.