Renders of the Moto G Stylus (2026) and Tag 2 have leaked online. The images suggest two colour options for the Moto G Stylus (2026). It is likely to come with a triple rear camera unit, a 6.7-inch display and a 5,000mAh battery. The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra will reportedly come with support for a stylus. The Moto Tag 2 could support Google’s Find My Device feature. It is likely to go official alongside the Moto G Stylus (2026).
Infinix GT 50 Pro will launch in India on October 27 with three gaming accessories included in a single bundle. The GT NX Controller will support handheld and compatible two-player gaming, while the GT NX Station will enable gameplay on compatible TVs and monitors at up to 4K resolution and 60Hz. The GT MagCharge Cooler 2.0 will combine thermoelectric cooling with wireless charging. The smartphone will feature a Dimensity 8400 Ultimate chipset, a 144Hz AMOLED display and a 6,500mAh battery.
The Oppo Reno 17 Pro is tipped to feature a 6.32-inch display with a 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, alongside a MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super chipset. Its rumoured camera setup includes a 200-megapixel primary sensor, two 50-megapixel rear cameras and a 50-megapixel front camera. The handset could also pack a 7,000mAh battery. The Reno 17 series may debut in China in November with Android 17-based ColorOS 17, followed by an India launch in early 2027, without the Pro model.
Motorola's rumoured wide-folding smartphone has been listed on the Geekbench benchmarking platform with the moniker Motorola Razr Flex 27. The listing reveals that the foldable will be powered by a chipset with the model number QTI SM8845. This model number belongs to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 SoC from Qualcomm, which also powers the Motorola Signature and some mid-range phones from other OEMs, like OnePlus and iQOO. According to the listing, the chipset of the Motorola Razr Flex 27 will feature six efficiency cores clocked at 3.4GHz and two performance cores, which deliver a peak clock speed of up to 3.8GHz. The phone also appears to have 10.96GB of RAM, which could be marketed as 12GB of RAM.
OnePlus China President Li Jie has detailed the active cooling system expected to debut with the Ace 7 series. The setup uses two airflow channels to cool the chipset and rear panel, while the intake and exhaust placements aim to prevent blocked airflow and reduce discomfort during gaming. The lineup is expected to include the Ace 7 and Ace 7 Pro. Both models are tipped to feature Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 series chipsets and 9,000mAh batteries, alongside 185Hz displays.
Oppo wide-folding phone will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M chipset, according to a tipster. The MediaTek SoC features four ARM C1-Pro efficiency cores 2.7GHz, three ARM C1-Premium performance cores clocked at 3.5GHz, and a prime ARM C1-Ultra core delivering a peak clock speed of up to 4.21GHz. The chipset also powers the recently launched Vivo X500 and Oppo Find X10. Apart from this, the leaker says that the Oppo wide-folding phone will pack an 8,000mAh battery. For optics, the rumoured Oppo wide-folding smartphone will reportedly be equipped with a dual rear camera unit. It might sport a 200-megapixel primary camera with a Samsung HPE sensor, paired with a 200-megapixel secondary camera with a Samsung HP5 sensor.
Karbonn Mobiles is a familiar name that has been largely absent from the Indian smartphone market for several years now. The brand’s last major smartphone launch was in 2019, following which its operations ceased. However, it appears to be preparing a comeback with a new 5G smartphone, dubbed the Karbonn Rebel 5G. The launch of the upcoming handset in India has been teased via a dedicated microsite on an e-commerce platform.
Poco X8s has been launched in select global markets. The new smartphone is currently on sale in Vietnam via Shopee. The Poco X8s is offered in Black, Blue, and White colourways. The Poco X8s is a dual-SIM smartphone. It ships with Xiaomi’s HyperOS 3, which is based on Android 16. The smartphone sports a 6.35-inch 1.5K (1,220 x 2,656 pixels) AMOLED display, offering up to a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 3,500 nits peak brightness. Powering the Poco X8s is Qualcomm’s octa-core Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, which is built on a 4nm process. It features four efficiency cores clocked at up to 1.8GHz, three performance cores clocked at up to 2.4GHz, and a prime core, delivering a peak clock speed of up to 2.8GHz.
After launching its Redmi K100 Pro and K100 Pro Max, all eyes are on the Redmi K100 as it nears its October 26 launch in China. New details have emerged, revealing its primary camera’s resolution and aperture. The phone will also feature an IP68 rating and an in-display fingerprint reader.
Realme C01 could be launched soon, as the smartphone has been spotted on a retailer website in Vietnam. In terms of specifications, the Realme C01 appears to feature a 6.8-inch HD+ (720 x 1,520 pixels) LCD touchscreen, delivering up to a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 900 nits peak brightness. The screen will ship with Panda Glass protection. The smartphone will be powered by an octa-core Unisoc T7250 chipset, which features six efficiency cores clocked at 1.6GHz and two performance cores, delivering a clock speed of up to 1.8GHz. The Realme C01 is also shown to feature an ARM Mali-G57 GPU, along with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, which is expandable via a microSD card. For optics, the Realme C01 is listed with a single 8-megapixel camera on the back, paired with a 5-megapixel front-facing camera for selfies and video calls. The handset could support up to 1080p/ 30 fps video recording. It will ship with an unspecified Android 16-based ColorOS or Realme UI version.
The Xiaomi 18 series is expected to make its global debut soon, following its launch in China in September. Ahead of the unveiling, a recently surfaced leak sheds light on the battery capacities of the Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max. The report suggests that buyers outside China may have to settle for smaller batteries than those offered by the domestic variants. The Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are also tipped to carry higher price tags in Europe.
Amid news about limited iPhone Duo devices available in retail stores on launch day, there’s more bad news for those pre-ordering the new foldable. Apple has limited iPhone Duo pre-orders to two per customer, according to a recent report. Customers could previously add more than two units when pre-orders went live on October 16.
The official listing confirms that the Lava Aura Curve sports a 6.67-inch full-HD+ 3D curved AMOLED screen, a MediaTek Dimensity 7100 SoC, a 6,000mAh battery and a secondary mini rear display. It comes with a 50-megapixel back camera and a 13-megapixel selfie shooter. The latest phone, available for purchase through offline retailers in India, shares similarities with the Lava Virat Curve introduced last month.
Oppo Find X10 Pro Max will be launched on October 22 as India's first phone to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset, the company has announced. The SoC features two prime cores, delivering a peak clock speed of up to 4.55GHz. Further, the company has confirmed that the Oppo Find X10 Pro Max’s chipset will be coupled with Oppo’s Laminar Flow Engine. This means that the handset will ship with Android 17-based ColorOS 17, making the Oppo Find X10 Pro Max India’s first phone to ship with the software. Recently, Oppo announced that the flagship smartphone will debut in India with the Industry-first Hasselblad-tuned triple 200-megapixel camera system, with the LUMO Hyper Pixel and LUMO True Image engines.
Motorola’s budget-focused G-series could be expanded with a new model. According to a tipster, the launch of the Moto G47 5G is on the cards for the European market. While an official announcement has yet to be made, details about the handset, including its design, key specifications, and price, have surfaced online. It is said to feature a MediaTek chipset and a 7,000mAh battery. The purported Moto G47 5G could ship with Android 16 out of the box.
The Galaxy S27 series is expected to arrive in 2027 as Samsung’s next–generation flagship lineup. In recent weeks, details about their displays, designs, and hardware configurations have already begun to surface online. The lineup is rumoured to comprise four models, with Galaxy S27 Ultra sitting at the top. Newly surfaced screen protector images offer a closer look at the expected form factors of three upcoming handsets. Meanwhile, a tipster has also talked about rising component costs influencing memory configurations, storage options, and pricing of Samsung's upcoming flagships.
Samsung Galaxy F70 5G is now available for purchase in India. The handset is currently available for purchase in India via Flipkart. The e-commerce giant is offering an instant discount of Rs. 2,000 with the HDFC Bank credit card. Alternatively, customers can get a cashback of Rs. 1,000 with a Flipkart Axis Bank credit card. The company is also allowing buyers to exchange their old device for up to Rs. 15,900. Moreover, the new Samsung Galaxy F70 5G is offered in two colour options, namely Bold Black and Vivid Violet. Both RAM and storage configurations are available in the two shades. The handset is equipped with a 6.7-inch Full-HD+ Infinity-U sAMOLED display.
An unannounced Vivo smartphone bearing model number V2624 has appeared on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) website in India. The model number is believed to be associated with the Vivo V80 FE. While the latest listing points towards a possible India launch, it does not disclose any hardware specifications or other details about the handset. The Vivo V80 FE is expected to come with upgrades over the Vivo V70 FE.
Vivo X500 Ultra will be launched in China between March and April next year, according to a tipster. Moreover, the rumoured Vivo X500 Ultra is expected to be powered by the flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset from Qualcomm, which is built on a 2nm process. The SoC features two prime cores, which deliver a peak clock speed of up to 5GHz. If this is true, it would be the first phone in the lineup to feature a Snapdragon SoC, as the Vivo X500 Pro Max gets a MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset. Apart from this, the Vivo X500 Ultra will reportedly launch with a 6.85-inch LTPO BOE display, which might offer “2K+” resolution and up to a 144Hz refresh rate. The screen could be surrounded by relatively thin bezels and rounded corners.
iQOO Neo 12 is scheduled to launch in China on October 28. Sales will begin shortly after the launch event. The company has revealed that the upcoming phone will be available in Contest, Shadow Black, and Frost Blade Blue (translated from Chinese) colour options. It will run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and the company's Q3 gaming chip. It will also have an Ice Dome active cooling system.
iPhone Duo is equipped with a 4,883mAh battery at rated capacity, according to the European Product Registry for Energy Labelling (EPREL) database. The information is based on data provided by Apple in compliance with EU laws. It also has a claimed battery endurance of 51 hours and 30 minutes per cycle. However, during the keynote presentation on September 9, the tech giant said that the iPhone Duo provides “all-day battery life”. It is claimed to deliver up to 31 hours of video playback with the inner foldable screen. Meanwhile, with the cover display, the foldable is claimed to deliver up to 44 hours of video playback.
After several leaks and rumours, Poco’s unannounced X8s’s moniker has finally been confirmed thanks to a certification website. The phone which showed up with a single model number on various certification websites across countries has now shown up on Thailand’s NBTC, but reveals no specifications.
Redmi K100 will be launched in China on October 27 at 7:00 pm local time (4:30 pm IST), the company announced on Monday. The smartphone maker has announced that the Redmi K100 will go on sale via the Xiaomi online store in at least a Fluorescent Green (translated from Chinese) colour option. The handset will sport a flat 6.83-inch display, delivering up to a 165Hz refresh rate. Moreover, a hole-punch display cutout appears at the top, which will house the selfie camera. The tech firm claims that the Redmi K100 will support native 165 fps gaming on more than 40 games. The handset will ship with Xiaomi’s latest HyperOS 4, which is based on Android 17.
Samsung is reportedly planning a major overhaul with the next-generation One UI 10 update. According to a report, the company is planning to launch the new Android 18-based One UI 10 in the middle of next year. The software could be launched along with the rumoured Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9 and Galaxy Z Flip 9. As part of the overhaul, the One UI 10 update will reportedly change the way users will interact with apps. The OS version is said to bring related information points together to display them in a single “contextual interface”. The report highlights that calendar events, location details, and relevant conversations will be made more accessible via connected workflows.
Customers planning to walk into an Apple store on October 23 to buy the iPhone Duo may get a big shock instead. Apple previously announced that its first foldable, the iPhone Duo, would be available for purchase globally on October 23, but that option may no longer be available as the company struggles with stock shortages.
Samsung launched the Galaxy F70 5G in India, and it will go on sale on October 20. The Samsung Galaxy F70 5G is a dual-SIM smartphone that ships with an unspecified version of Android-based One UI. It features a 6.7-inch Full-HD+ (1,080 × 2,340 pixels) Infinity-U sAMOLED display with up to a 90Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. The phone is powered by an octa-core Exynos 1330 chipset, featuring six efficiency cores clocked at 2.0GHz and two performance cores, delivering a peak clock speed of 2.4GHz. The tech giant claims that the phone ships with an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance.
OnePlus 16 was launched in China earlier this month. The phone now seems to be heading to global markets, including India. Software testing for the global variant is reportedly underway. OnePlus is reportedly testing global and Indian software versions of the OnePlus 16 under the model numbers CPH2901, CPH2903, and CPH2905. However, the company has not officially confirmed plans to bring the device to markets outside China.
Samsung Galaxy A38 5G is expected to launch with the same camera setup as its predecessor, according to a recent leak. The upcoming smartphone is tipped to feature a 50-megapixel primary rear camera, a 12-megapixel ultrawide shooter, a 5-megapixel macro sensor, and a 12-megapixel front camera. The Galaxy A38 5G is expected to debut alongside the Galaxy A58 5G next year.
Oppo Find X10 Pro Max will be launched in India with the industry-first triple rear camera system, the company announced on Friday. The flagship Oppo Find X10 Pro Max will be India’s first phone to be equipped with a triple 200-megapixel camera system. The phone will get a Hasselblad-tuned camera unit, with a 200-megapixel (f/1.5) Ultra HDR Main shooter with a 1/1.3-inch ISOCELL HPC sensor, 24mm focal length, and optical image stabilisation (OIS). In India, the Oppo Find X10 Pro Max will also feature a 200-megapixel Ultra-Sensing Ultra-Wide (f/2.2) camera with a 13mm focal length and autofocus. On the other hand, the standard Oppo Find X10 model is also confirmed to feature a Hasselblad-powered triple rear camera setup.
Redmi K100 is set to launch in China later this month. The launch date and key specifications are under wraps. Redmi has released a teaser image of the upcoming Redmi K100, offering a glimpse of its rear design. The Redmi K100 is now available for pre-reservation with a CNY 9.9 (roughly Rs. 140) deposit. Redmi K100 is tipped to feature a 6.9-inch OLED display, a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, and a 10,000mAh battery.
The Vivo X500 series was launched in China in September, and its global launch is set to take place later this month. While the Chinese lineup comprises three models, a recent rumour suggests that not all of them will make it to the European markets. Only the Vivo X500 Pro and Pro Max models may debut. The leak also sheds light on their expected prices, RAM and storage configurations, and colour options.
Apple’s artificial intelligence (AI) strategy aims to make the technology more useful for users rather than catering primarily to those seeking advanced AI capabilities. Apple marketing chief Greg Joswiak in a recent interview reportedly shared insights about Apple's AI approach and said the company is confident in its AI strategy, citing its integration of hardware, software, and services as a key advantage over competitors, including OpenAI.
Tecno Spark 50S 5G has been launched in India as the latest addition to the company’s Spark 50 lineup. The new smartphone is set to go on sale in the country on October 20 via Amazon. The Tecno Spark 50S 5G is offered in India in two colour options, namely Burgundy Red and Breeze Blue. The new Tecno Spark 50S 5G is a dual-SIM smartphone. The handset ships with Android 16. The Spark 50S 5G sports a 6.78-inch 6.78-inch LCD touchscreen. The display offers HD+ (720 x 1,600 pixels) resolution and up to a 120Hz refresh rate. It also features 260 ppi pixel density. The phone is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 6400 chipset, which is built on a 6nm process.
Apple recently underwent a leadership shake-up, with John Ternus taking over from Tim Cook as the Chief Executive Officer. Shortly after taking the reins, Ternus took to the stage during the company’s September event to unveil the first-ever foldable iPhone, dubbed the iPhone Duo. In a recent interview, the CEO spoke about Apple’s approach to product design, the development of its first foldable iPhone, and its evolving artificial intelligence (AI) strategy.
Samsung Galaxy F70 5G will be launched in India on October 18. Further, the smartphone is confirmed to go on sale in the country in two colour options, namely Bold Black and Vivid Violet. It will be available for purchase via Flipkart. In terms of specifications, the Samsung Galaxy F70 5G is confirmed to be equipped with a triple rear camera system, headlined by a 50-megapixel primary camera with optical image stabilisation. It will also sport a 5-megapixel ultrawide camera and a 2-megapixel macro sensor on the back. The Galaxy F70 5G will be 7.5mm thick. It will also sport a 13-megapixel camera on the front for selfies and video calls.
Samsung Galaxy S series and Galaxy A series phones will be refreshed next year with only new chipsets, according to a tipster. Along with the names of the phones, the leaker has shared the key specifications and features of the rumoured handsets. The Samsung Galaxy S27, Galaxy S27+, Galaxy S27 Pro, and Galaxy S27 Ultra are expected to launch first. While their predecessors are powered by Samsung’s Exynos 2600 chipset, which is built on a 2nm process, the two new smartphones are expected to launch next year with the Exynos 2700 SoC. The rumoured Galaxy S27 Pro might also get the same chipset globally. The leaker claims that only the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra will be powered by the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 series chipset. However, the two higher-end smartphones might launch with a 16-megapixel front-facing camera for selfies and video calls.
Apple launched its first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, at its ‘Surprise and Shine’ event in September, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, new AirPods and Apple Watch models. While the other devices have already gone on sale, the company's first foldable iPhone has remained unavailable for purchase. That changes today, as Apple opens pre-orders for the iPhone Duo in India and several global markets.
Oppo has reportedly started working on a new wide-folding phone, as its key specifications and features have surfaced online. The leaker claims that the foldable will be equipped with a 6.35-inch flat display on the outside with a 1,440 x 2,560 pixels resolution, which could be rated as either 1.5K or 2K. The handset might also boast an 8T LTPO panel and the same pixel density as a 1.5K resolution display. It might also offer a 16:9 aspect ratio. Apart from this, Oppo’s rumoured wide-folding smartphone might feature an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner for security, along with face unlock support.
OnePlus Ace 7 and Ace 7 Pro have popped up on the Google Play Supported Devices List. The standard OnePlus Ace 7 carries the model number PYF110 and device code OP68BBL1, while the Ace 7 Pro is listed with the model number PMS110 and device code OP64F1L1. The listing suggests that the launch is around the corner. OnePlus Ace 7 series is speculated to feature a 9,000mAh battery.
Apple launched the iPhone Duo as its first foldable in September, and it is easily the most expensive iPhone to date. In India, the handset starts at Rs. 2,99,900, almost touching the Rs. 3 lakh mark. While its pre-orders have yet to begin, repairing the iPhone Duo could prove just as expensive. Apple has revealed the repair cost of the foldable, and it suggests that even a single out-of-warranty repair could cost a significant portion of its original price.
Oppo Reno 17 will be launched in India in January 2027, according to a report. Moreover, the purported hands-on image of the Oppo Reno 17 has surfaced online. The phone is shown to sport a flat rear panel with a square-shaped camera module. The handset might carry a triple rear camera unit, with two lenses placed inside a raised pill-shaped island. The third lens and an LED flash could be placed next to it. The Oppo branding appears at the bottom of the panel. Further, the report reveals that the Oppo Reno 17 will be powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset from Qualcomm, which is the same SoC as its predecessor. Also, it is said to boast a triple 50-megapixel rear camera system.
Samsung Galaxy S27 and Galaxy S27+ will reportedly not launch with an upgraded selfie camera. The report highlights that the Samsung Galaxy S27 and Galaxy S27+ will be equipped with a 12-megapixel camera on the front for selfies and video calls, which could be the same as their predecessors. The company has equipped its Galaxy S series phones with the same 12-megapixel selfie shooter since the Samsung Galaxy S23 lineup, which was launched globally in February 2023. If this is true, it would be the fifth in a row that the South Korean tech giant will equip its Galaxy S series phones with the same camera sensor on the front. On the other hand, the report claims that the higher-end Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro and Galaxy S27 Ultra will be launched with a new 16-megapixel front-facing camera for selfies and video calls.
Samsung officially started rolling out the Android 17-based One UI 9 update to the Galaxy S26 series last month. Now, the company appears to have started rolling out the update to select Galaxy S23 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 users in South Korea. The software release is not widely available yet. The Galaxy S23 series One UI 9 update has version numbers S918NKSU8GZIF, S918NOKR8GZIF and S918NKSU8GZIF.
Redmi K100 is expected to be launched soon in China at a lower price than the recently launched Redmi K100 Pro series. The leaker claims that the smartphone will be priced in China at around CNY 3,500 (roughly Rs. 50,000). The leaker further says that the phone will be powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, along with 12GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 256GB of UFS 4.1 onboard storage. This configuration is said to cost about CNY 3,000 (about Rs. 43,000). The additional CNY 500 (roughly Rs. 7,000) cost reportedly accounts for the extra features that the Redmi K100 is expected to offer. The smartphone is said to ship with an improved built-in active fan for thermal management.
The standard iPhone 18 will reportedly begin production towards the end of November. The smartphone is tipped to debut in the first quarter of 2027, potentially alongside the iPhone 18e. Apple's inventory level reportedly shows that the company is preparing for substantial inventory of the upcoming device. Apple may be expecting strong initial sales when the handset becomes available. Both devices are expected to be powered by Apple's A20 chipset
As scammers move beyond phishing and standard calling techniques, Google is using AI models to detect scams and fraud by issuing warnings, alerts, and even blocking users from connecting with malicious entities. Google is rolling out new tools that will work with messages and calls.
Tecno Spark 50S 5G will be launched in India on October 16 at 12 pm IST, the company announced on Wednesday. The handset will be the second phone in the Spark 50 series in India, joining the recently launched Tecno Spark 50 5G. The soon-to-be-launched Tecno Spark 50S 5G will go on sale in the country in two colour options, namely Burgundy Red and Breeze Blue. In terms of design, the phone is similar to the standard model. The Tecno Spark 50S 5G will sport a horizontally-aligned pill-shaped rear camera island. A single camera sensor will be placed on the back of the handset, along with a light sensor and an LED flash. It will also sport a flat rear panel, with the Tecno branding placed at the bottom. The handset is shown to feature a flat mid-frame with a metallic finish.
The iPhone Duo shares much of its hardware with the iPhone 18 Pro models, including the Cupertino-based tech giant’s latest flagship 2nm A20 Pro chipset. On the other hand, it introduces a different form factor, making its performance an important part of the overall experience. The Apple foldable is set to be made available for pre-order in India tomorrow, and it has now surfaced on a benchmarking site, revealing how it performs.
Amazon Great Indian Festival 2026 started last week. The sale brings discounts across Samsung products. Samsung deals include the Galaxy S25 Ultra at Rs. 94,999 and the Galaxy A56 5G at Rs. 31,999. Tablets and Smart TVs are also listed at reduced prices. Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Lite is listed at Rs. 30,999 against its original price of Rs. 57,999. We have gone through the listings and found the best deals on Samsung products available during the festival sale.
OnePlus Ace 7 is reportedly in development for the Chinese market. A schematic shared by tipster Digital Chat Station shows the placement and airflow design of the built-in cooling fan. The upcoming handset is expected to run on a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. The cooling solution could include an AI temperature sensor, patented proprietary technology and measures to minimise fan noise and dust entering the device.
Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra will be launched with an improved Privacy Display feature, according to a tipster. The South Korean tech giant is reportedly working on the second generation of the Privacy Display feature, which could offer higher resolution when the functionality is enabled. Moreover, the company could be working to improve the overall viewing angles, screen quality, and clarity of the panel. The leaker further claims that this will result in a notable price hike over the launch price of this year’s Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. With the Galaxy S26 Ultra, the company introduced the new privacy-focused hardware solution.
