Nothing Phone 3a series is scheduled to debut in India and globally on March 4. Ahead of its anticipated launch, the British original equipment manufacturer (OEM) has showcased the design of the base model in the series dubbed the Nothing Phone 3a. While it shares several design elements with the high-end Phone 3a Pro such as the Glyph interface, the handset’s rear camera module has a distinctly different appearance, giving the Phone 3a a more uniform look.
The Amazon Great Indian Festival Reloaded Sale is offering discounts on several smartphones. Customers can purchase select handsets at reduced prices during the sale, with additional savings available through eligible bank offers and credit card EMI transactions. OnePlus Nord CE 6 is available at a discounted price of Rs. 33,999, down from its listed price of Rs. 40,999. The iQOO 15R can be purchased for Rs. 48,999 during the sale, compared with its listed price of Rs. 69,999.
Even with phone batteries becoming more efficient and being capable of lasting up to two days on a single charge, power banks remain useful accessories. Long commutes, travel, gaming, and frequent use of mobile data can still leave users looking for an additional power source. So, if buying a new power bank is on your wishlist, then the Amazon Great Indian Festival Reloaded Sale presents an opportunity to pick up power banks from brands such as URBN, Portronics, Xiaomi, Ambrane, and boAt at reduced prices.
Oppo Find X10 Forest Green Edition has been announced in China as part of a design collaboration with New York-based German illustrator Karlotta Freier. The new colourway is currently available for pre-order in China via the Oppo online store. The Forest Green Edition will go on sale in China on October 30 and will be offered in 12GB + 256GB, 12GB + 512GB, and 16GB + 512GB RAM and storage configurations. Apart from this, the Oppo Find X10 Forest Edition gets three new themed accessories. Designed in collaboration with Freier, the company unveiled a 100 percent silk Forest Green scarf, a Forest Green phone case, and a Forest Green phone strap. The bundle will include a handwritten letter from the artist, too.
Samsung reportedly conducted internal benchmark tests comparing a device powered by the Exynos 2700 with the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, which features the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset. In Geekbench 6.5's multi-core CPU test, the Exynos 2700-powered model reportedly scored 20 percent higher than the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max. The Samsung device recorded a 15 percent advantage in Geekbench 7.0's multi-core test. The Exynos 2700 device outperformed the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6-powered handset by 44 percent in Geekbench 6.5.
Redmi K100 has been spotted on the Geekbench benchmarking platform with the model number M786BC. The handset is listed with Qualcomm’s octa-core SM8750 chipset, which is said to be the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC. It features six efficiency cores clocked at 3.53GHz and two performance cores, delivering a peak clock speed of up to 4.32GHz. Further, the Redmi K100 is listed with 14.76GB of RAM, which could be marketed as 16GB of RAM. The handset also appears to ship with Android 17, with Xiaomi’s latest HyperOS 4 on top, and an Adreno 830 GPU. It managed to score 2.705 and 9,885 points on Geekbench’s single-core and multi-core performance tests.
The Redmi K100 is set to launch in China on October 27. Ahead of the launch, Xiaomi's sub-brand Redmi has teased another colour variant: ‘Snow Rock White’. Despite its name, the brand claims this colourway will offer a “paper-like” finish. The phone was previously teased in a standard Fluorescent Green colourway with a glass rear panel.
Apple is reportedly rolling out a new anti-theft scanning device at its retail stores. This device can inspect returned iPhone models and run diagnostics without opening their packaging. The new system is designed to help the company identify missing or tampered-with devices. The scanners began arriving at Apple Stores earlier in October and are now becoming operational.
Flipkart Big Bang Diwali Sale 2026 will begin in India on October 28, the company has announced. During the sale event, Flipkart is confirmed to offer an instant discount of 10 percent with SBI credit and debit cards and SBI credit card EMI transactions. The company will also offer credit of up to Rs. 2 lakh, along with no-cost EMI options. Users will also be able to use Flipkart Pay Later to get a Rs. 1,000 discount. Further, the Flipkart Big Bang Diwali Sale 2026 is confirmed to list the iPhone 17, Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, Oppo K14x 5G, Boltt Ace, Ai+ Nova 2 Power 5G, Vivo T5 Lite, Poco X8 Power, HMD Vibe 2 5G, Realme P4 Power 5G, Motorola Edge 70 Pro, Nothing Phone (4a), Ai+ Nova 2 Neo, and Moto G37 Power at relatively low prices.
The Oppo Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max were recently launched in India and the global markets. The company now appears to be preparing to expand its flagship lineup with the introduction of the Oppo Find X10 Ultra. Ahead of its anticipated debut, a tipster has leaked its camera specifications. It could feature a 200-megapixel primary camera with LOFIC technology, alongside a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera and another periscope lens with 10x optical zoom. Oppo is also tipped to be evaluating a high-resolution front camera for the purported handset.
With its China launch confirmed for October 27, OnePlus has also confirmed that its Ace 7 and Ace 7 Pro smartphones will get high-refresh-rate displays from BOE. The AMOLED screen will support a native 165Hz refresh rate and also offer other features.
Vivo Y600 has been launched in China, the smartphone maker announced on Monday. The new smartphone is currently available for pre-order and is set to go on sale in China on October 30 via the Vivo online store. The Vivo Y600 is offered in Diamond Gold, Obsidian Black, and Sapphire Blue (translated from Chinese) colour options. The Vivo Y600 is a dual-SIM smartphone. It ships with Vivo’s Android 16-based OriginOS 6. The handset sports a 6.83-inch 1.5K (1,260 x 2,800 pixels) AMOLED display that refreshes at up to 120Hz. An octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 7300e chipset, which is built on a 6nm process, powers the Vivo Y600.
iPhone Duo owners are complaining that the foldable display of their handsets has started developing cracks. Reddit user u/leftyhyzer16 on the subreddit r/iPhoneDuo posted a picture of his new iPhone Duo, which had developed a crack on its foldable screen right in the middle of the display, where the crease is. Along with the crack, the display of his unit has seemingly also developed a green line of pixels running vertically and another band running horizontally. iFixit, in his iPhone Duo teardown video and blog post, called Apple’s foldable the most repairable foldable, while highlighting that it has a “huge screen problem”. iFixit writes that the issue could possibly be because the support bar in the middle failed to retract properly in specific cases, which put pressure on the flexible screen of the iPhone Duo, causing the cracks. The second theory says that the curved rails of the hinge could be causing the screen to break.
Prominent Android brands have introduced several premium handsets in India with advanced chipsets, high-refresh-rate displays, versatile camera systems, and fast-charging support. Some models come with inbuilt gaming features. Buyers spending under Rs. 80,000 can choose from models like Realme GT 8 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S26 FE, Vivo V80, Motorola Signature, and Oppo Reno 16.
Realme could launch a new smartphone with a 10,000mAh battery and a 200-megapixel primary rear camera. The handset is tipped to be either the Realme 17 Pro or the Realme 17 Pro+. The company has yet to confirm the existence of this phone. The upcoming handset is tipped to run on a MediaTek Dimensity 7500 chipset. It could include a triple rear camera unit.
Vivo X500 Ultra could be launched in select global markets as the smartphone has been spotted in an IMEI listing with model numbers V2660 and J2613. The two new listings suggest that the smartphone could launch the Vivo X500 Ultra in select global markets, including Turkiye and Brazil. However, the company has yet to confirm. Earlier reports suggested that the phone might not debut outside China. Apart from Vivo, Oppo was also reported not to launch the Oppo Find X10 Ultra model in global markets as a result of rising manufacturing costs driven by the ongoing DRAM and NAND chip shortage and supply chain disruptions.
The OnePlus Ace 7 series is set to launch in China soon as the latest performance-focused lineup from the brand. The upcoming lineup will comprise two models — OnePlus Ace 7 and OnePlus Ace 7 Pro, both of which are confirmed to feature dedicated hardware for thermal management during extended gaming sessions. Ahead of their anticipated debut, the brand has offered the first look at the phones' designs and colour options.
Apple is reportedly testing the iPhone Duo 2 with Face ID technology built into its outer display, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The company may also add the customisable Action button and a dedicated telephoto camera, neither of which features on the current foldable. Gurman has also suggested that future generations could receive a larger inner display, potentially measuring between 8.5 and 9 inches. Apple has not confirmed these developments, and some upgrades may arrive on later models instead.
As per the Safety Korea listings, the batteries for the purported Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra and Galaxy S27 Pro carry model numbers EB-BS958DBY and EB-BS957CBY, respectively. The listings are linked to certification numbers YU10899-26034 and YU10899-26036. Both battery units are reportedly manufactured by Zhuhai CosMX Power Jinwan Subsidiary in China. The listing also includes images of the battery units.
Oppo has released a new power bank in India called the 22.5W Power Bank 10000 mAh. As its name suggests, it offers a 10,000mAh battery and up to 22.5W output. It also includes a built-in USB-C cable and two USB ports.
Samsung W27, a China-exclusive book-style foldable, has been spotted in leaked renders, revealing its design. The China-exclusive foldable is shown to sport a more premium-looking colour scheme than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. It might ship with a flat rear panel finished in the Royal Blue shade. Meanwhile, the vertical pill-shaped rear camera module appears in the gold shade. An additional insignia appears at the bottom of the panel, finished in the same colour as the camera island. Apart from this, the Samsung W27 foldable appears with the same flat metal frame as the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. However, the mid-frame appears to be finished in a shade of gold, adding to the overall premium look of the book-style foldable. The power button and volume controls could be placed on the right side of the phone, similar to the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra.
A tipster has shared details about the expected Indian lineup of the Oppo Reno 17 series, claiming that only the Reno 17 and Reno 17c will launch in the country. The standard model is tipped to use a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, while the Reno 17c could feature a Dimensity 7300 SoC. The Reno 17 Pro is also tipped to feature a 200-megapixel main camera, a Dimensity 8550 chipset, a 7,000mAh battery and 80W charging.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra users are reportedly facing a bug after installing the One UI 9 update based on Android 17. The problem appears to be linked to the WebView component. User reports on social media platforms and Samsung's community forum suggest that the issue reportedly prevents affected users from completing the Samsung account sign-in process. Samsung has acknowledged the issue and suggested a few temporary workarounds.
iQOO Neo 12 is now available for pre-order in China, the company announced on Friday. The microsite confirms that the upcoming smartphone will be equipped with a 9,000mAh Blue Ocean Battery with the fifth-generation Silicon Anode Technology and an energy density of up to 916Wh/L. The handset will also feature Global Direct Drive Power Supply 2.0. The iQOO Neo 12 will also debut with support for 100W wired fast charging. The handset is claimed to provide up to 11.6 hours of Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) gaming or up to 29.9 hours of short-form video playback on a single charge. The iQOO Neo 12 is confirmed to sport the industry’s first 2K resolution display that refreshes at up to 185Hz with the fourth-generation pTSF technology.
The iPhone Duo has finally gone on sale in India and the global markets. It was introduced in September as Apple’s first foldable iPhone. As such, it brings a massive inner display that is claimed to be 50 percent larger than the iPhone 18 Pro Max, albeit at a significantly high price point. With the handset now reaching customers, an early teardown of the iPhone Duo has surfaced. It offers a closer look at the hardware inside and shows what happens when that matte, nano-textured cover layer on the inner screen is removed.
The iPhone Duo is finally available for purchase in India. Apple’s first foldable iPhone was launched at the ‘Surprise and Shine' event in September alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. But while both non-foldable models went on sale a week after their unveiling, the iPhone Duo remained unavailable for purchase. The Cupertino-based tech giant opened pre-orders for the foldable handset last week, and its general sale is all set to begin today.
The HMD 2660 Flip Senior Edition is a feature phone designed for older adults, with a built-in AI companion called Mary that can chat with users, answer questions and play games. Developed by senior services company inTouch, Mary can also remember previous conversations to make interactions feel more personal. The phone is priced at GBP 79.99 (roughly Rs. 10,100) in the UK and comes with a five-hour free trial of the service. It features dual displays, a physical keypad, 4G connectivity and a removable battery.
Oppo Find X10 Pro Max and Oppo Find X10 have been launched in India as part of the flagship Find X10 lineup. The smartphone sports a 6.78-inch Full-HD+ (1,272 x 2,772 pixels) AMOLED display that refreshes at up to 144Hz. The standard model sports a 6.59-inch Full-HD+ (1,272 x 2,768 pixels) AMOLED display. The other display features remain identical to the Oppo Find X10 Pro Max. An octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset, which is built on a 2nm process, powers the Oppo Find X10 Pro Max. The SoC delivers a peak clock speed of up to 4.55GHz. The Oppo Find X10 Pro Max packs an 8,000mAh battery and supports 80W (wired) and 50W (wireless) fast charging.
Samsung W27 will be launched in China on October 29 during the company's 'Heart of the World' event, according to a report. The phone is said to be based on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, featuring similar specifications and features. However, the Samsung W27 is expected to boast a more premium finish than the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. The report further highlights that the Samsung W27 will go on sale in the country on November 5. However, it is already available for pre-order in China, the report reveals. In China, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is offered at a starting price of CNY 14,999 (roughly Rs. 2,13,000). On the other hand, the Samsung W27 foldable is expected to be priced higher than its Galaxy Z Fold 8 series counterpart.
Thailand’s NBTC database lists the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max as model 2611FPNFAG and the Oppo Reno 17 5G as CPH2975. Both phones support 5G, 4G LTE, 3G and 2G connectivity, and the listings hint at an imminent global launch. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and Xiaomi 18 Pro debuted in China with 8,500mAh and 7,000mAh batteries, respectively. Meanwhile, the Oppo Reno 17 series is expected to launch in China in November, with an India debut possible in early January 2027.
OnePlus is said to be working on the Turbo Pro, which is tipped to launch in China by the end of this year. The handset could feature a 6.78-inch 1.5K display with a 185Hz refresh rate. It is expected to pack a 200-megapixel primary camera and a battery of up to 10,000mAh. It is likely to run on a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Pro chipset.
Vivo has officially set a launch date for its Y600 smartphone in China. The phone is advertised with a 10,000mAh battery, which has reportedly also broken records ahead of its launch. A social media post showed the phone in two colourways and revealed its dual-camera configuration.
A video shared on Weibo shows the inner display of Apple’s iPhone Duo dipping slightly when pressed near the hinge. The post suggests that the softer section could provide cushioning and help the screen handle temperature-related stress, although this explanation has not been confirmed. It also raises concerns about possible marks developing on the surface polymer layer over time. The iPhone Duo features a 7.6-inch inner display, an A20 Pro chipset and dual 48-megapixel rear cameras. It goes on sale in India on October 23.
The Oppo Reno 16 is said to have received a price hike in India. The handset, which debuted in the country in June this year, is now listed at higher prices on the Oppo India website. The price hike reportedly affects both its RAM and onboard storage configurations. Separately, the brand has also introduced a new variant of the Oppo Reno 16 with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage.
iQOO 16R has appeared on Indonesia's TKDN certification website with model number I2606. The certification suggests that the Vivo sub-brand might unveil the handset in select global markets soon. The smartphone was previously spotted on other certification platforms like the GSMA IMEI database. It is expected to come with a Snapdragon chipset. The iQOO 16R is speculated to arrive as a rebranded version of the iQOO Z12 Turbo.
The Vivo X500 Ultra has been in the rumour mill recently. The company recently confirmed that its launch is slated for early next year. With its unveiling several months away, the purported handset’s specifications remain under wraps. A new leak, however, has shed light on its camera specifications. As per a tipster, Vivo is testing a new telephoto camera sensor for its upcoming flagship. This upgrade is said to enable the Vivo X500 Ultra to capture more light, potentially improving image quality.
Oppo has raised the price of its recently launched Oppo K14 Plus. The price of the handset now starts at Rs. 32,999 for the base model offering 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. Meanwhile, the 8GB + 128GB RAM and storage configuration now costs Rs. 36,999. Lastly, the top-of-the-line 8GB + 256GB model is now priced at Rs. 40,999. This marks a notable price hike over the launch price of the smartphone. For reference, the Oppo K14 Plus was launched in India on September 29 at a starting price of Rs. 29,999 for the base option. Meanwhile, the higher-end options were unveiled at Rs. 32,999 and Rs. 35,999, respectively. The company has increased the prices of the variants by Rs. 3,000, Rs. 4,000, and Rs. 5,000, respectively.
After several leaks and rumours, OnePlus has officially announced the launch date for its Ace 7 series of smartphones. The performance-oriented smartphones will launch towards the end of this month and feature a unique dual-airflow design.
iPhone Duo will receive Apple Pencil support with the iOS 27.2 update, according to a report. In a post on X, Creative Strategies analyst Max Weinbach has shared an image claiming that the iOS 27.2 release candidate update rolled out on Monday brings Apple Pencil support to the foldable. The image shows the analyst holding an Apple Pencil along with an iPhone Duo with text scribbled on it. Separately, in his iPhone Duo review, Wired’s Julian Chokkattu writes that Apple plans to bring the reachability functionality to the foldable later this year.
Apple is said to be preparing to roll out the iOS 27.2 update for iPhone next week. While the Cupertino-based tech giant has yet to reveal any details, a new report suggests that it could bring several new features across apps. The update will reportedly improve everyday tasks, from managing conversations and tracking unfinished podcast episodes to making FaceTime calls and controlling compatible smart locks. A new profile section in the Apple TV app for iPhone could also be added.
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.
