Redmi has begun teasing the Redmi Note 17 for the Indian market through its official X account, offering a first look at the handset while drawing attention to its battery performance. Separately, a tipster has leaked the smartphone's expected Indian pricing and reiterated an August 6 launch timeline. The Redmi Note 17 recently debuted in China with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 chipset, while reports suggest its Indian variant could feature hardware changes and may also spawn a Poco-branded model.
OnePlus N6 Lite design and colour options have been revealed by the company. The OnePlus N series handset appears in black and green colour options. It is shown to sport a flat rear panel, featuring the square-shaped camera module in the top-left corner of the panel. The phone also appears to have two cutouts inside the camera island, which could be for its dual camera system. However, since it is expected to be an entry-level offering, the phone might feature a single rear camera, paired with a light sensor.
Samsung has added Certified Re-Newed versions of the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Ultra to its India lineup. The refurbished smartphones are sold through Samsung’s website and Shop app, with the company offering a one-year warranty on both models. Samsung says the devices undergo inspection, refurbishment and testing before sale, with genuine components and certified batteries used where required. The Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Ultra retain their original hardware specifications, including AMOLED displays, multi-camera systems and wireless charging support.
iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max's A20 Pro chipset has been spotted on multiple benchmarking platforms. On AnTuTu, the iPhone 18 Pro Max’s A20 Pro chipset reportedly managed to score 35,51,073 points in overall performance. Meanwhile, it scored 9,20,410 and 13,97,374 points in AnTuTu’s CPU and GPU performance tests, respectively. The iPhone 18 Pro Max’s A20 Pro chipset, on the other hand, reportedly managed to score 4,612 points on the single-core performance test and 11,819 points on the multi-core performance test. Meanwhile, the iPhone 18 Pro scored 4,719 and 12,677 points on both tests, respectively.
The Redmi 17 5G is now available for purchase in India, following its launch last week. The handset is the latest addition to the Xiaomi sub-brand’s affordable smartphone lineup and arrives as the successor to the Redmi 15 5G. It features a 6.9-inch HD+ display with up to 120Hz AdaptiveSync, along with Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection. The handset is powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 5. The Redmi 17 5G packs a 7,900mAh battery with 45W fast charging.
Xiaomi is expected to expand its flagship smartphone lineup with the Xiaomi 18 series later this year. While the company has yet to publicly reveal any details about the purported lineup, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has now surfaced on a benchmarking platform. The listing offers an early glimpse at its performance and also sheds light on some of its specifications. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max could feature Qualcomm’s next-generation flagship processor, running on Android 17.
Vivo has revealed the designs of its upcoming flagship smartphones in China. The smartphone brand has put its X500, X500 Pro and X500 Pro up for pre-order and, in the process, revealed their new designs. Vivo’s upcoming X500 series succeeds the Vivo X300 series of devices launched last year. The devices will be announced in China in September.
Motorola has started a new Razr Fold model, which could be launched soon in select global markets. The handset will arrive in a new passport-style form factor, featuring a shorter and wider body. The video also teased the design of the phone, which appears to be similar to its potential competitors. It appears in a black shade, which could be a camouflage case to cover finer design details of the upcoming foldable. It is expected to compete with the iPhone Duo and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8.
Apple has retired six products from its direct sales lineup following its latest launches. The iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max have made way for the iPhone 18 Pro models, while the Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 3 have been replaced by newer generations. The Watch SE 2 has also reached the end of its run after the SE 3 arrived. Apple has similarly discontinued the AirPods 4 following the launch of the AirPods 5, although retailers can continue selling existing stock.
Apple has launched the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in four colour options. They are available in Burgundy, Black, Silver, and Glacier shades in India and other global markets. For comparison, the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max came in Cosmic Orange, Silver, and Deep Blue colours.
Apple debuts its new A20 Pro processor with the iPhone 18 Pro series. This 2nm-generation chip has a six-core CPU with integrated Neural Accelerators, a seven-core GPU and a dual 16-core Neural Engine. The new chip is claimed to offer 50 percent more memory bandwidth than A19 Pro. It is also said to offer up to 40 percent faster GPU performance, and double AI processing power compared to the previous-generation chipset.
iPhone 18 Pro series and the iPhone Duo were launched in India and other global markets on Wednesday, along with the new Apple Watch Series 12, Watch Ultra 4, and the AirPods 5. The iPhone Duo's price in India starts at Rs. 2,99,900 for the base variant featuring 256GB of storage. Meanwhile, the price of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at Rs. 1,64,900 and Rs. 1,79,900.
iPhone 17 price in India has been increased by up to Rs. 17,000, now available at a starting price of Rs. 99,990. The company has updated its website to reflect the new prices. Apart from the iPhone 17, the prices of the iPhone 17e and iPhone Air have also been raised by a significant margin. The tech giant updated its website to reflect the new prices soon after the iPhone 18 Pro series launch event concluded.
Apple has announced the release date of its latest iOS 27 update for all eligible devices. The company has revealed the list of iPhones that will be getting the latest iOS update. Here’s what you need to know about iOS 27 features, release dates, device compatibility, and more.
Apple has launched its first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, globally, including India. The foldable was unveiled during the ‘Surprise and Shine’ event on Wednesday. The handset is set to go on sale soon in two distinct colour options, including dark blue and white. The iPhone Duo is equipped with Apple’s A20 Pro chipset, which is built on a 2nm process. It also features a dual 48-megapixel rear camera system, housed inside a pill-shaped camera module.
Apple has launched the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max at its 'Surprise and Shine' event on Wednesday. The iPhone 18 duo come with notable hardware upgrades over last year's iPhone 17 Pro models. They run on Apple's latest-generation A20 Pro chipset and include the company's new in-house C2 modem.
Nothing Phone 2 users have sought further software support after the smartphone was left out of the Nothing OS 5.0 rollout. A Reddit discussion brought responses from CEO Carl Pei and a Nothing employee, while users also requested newer features for the handset. Pei initially misstated the number of Android upgrades the Phone 2 had received before correcting his response. The discussion also highlighted requests for camera improvements and newer interface features, as well as questions about extending chipset support.
Samsung has reportedly begun rolling out the One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy A55. The beta update is available for eligible devices in South Korea and India and requires a download of over 2GB. Samsung Galaxy A55 users who want to test the beta can sign up for the One UI 9 Beta Programme through the Samsung Members app.
The Oppo K14 Lite has reportedly appeared on India's Bureau of Indian Standards database with the model number CPH3007. The listing follows an earlier Google Play Console appearance that linked the model to the K14 Lite name. The upcoming smartphone is expected to be a 4G device and could share its hardware with the Oppo A6c 4G. The A6c launched in India in May with a 120Hz LCD display, Unisoc T7250 chipset, 13-megapixel rear camera and 7,000mAh battery.
Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra may stick with its existing biometric options instead of adopting Metalenz's Polar ID system. A tipster claims there is currently no sign of Samsung preparing the technology for its next flagship or other Galaxy phones. Earlier reports linked the rumour to experimental testing by Samsung's System LSI division. The company is expected to retain an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner and camera-based face unlock. Samsung is also reportedly exploring camera hardware changes to manage production costs without increasing the phone's price.
Honor has confirmed the launch date of its upcoming Magic 9 series in China. It is available for pre-order in China ahead of its official debut. The official teasers show the lineup in a green colour option. It is confirmed to come with a 200-megapixel 1/1.28-inch sensor with an f/1.57 aperture and a 200-megapixel 1/1.4-inch telephoto sensor with an f/2.6 aperture.
Oppo Find X10 E will be launched this month as part of the tech firm’s upcoming flagship Find X10 lineup. The phone will be accompanied by the Oppo Find X10, Find X10 Pro, and Find X10 Pro Max. However, the company has yet to confirm the exact launch date. The new Find X10 E is now available for pre-order in China via the company’s online store, along with the Find X10 series, Oppo Watch S2, and Oppo Enco X4 TWS.
The Oppo Find X10 series is scheduled to make its China debut in September, before expanding to global markets later this year. While details about its India launch officially remain under wraps, a tipster has shared a tentative India launch date and pricing details for the company’s upcoming flagship lineup. The Oppo Find X10 series could make its debut next month, with prices expected to touch the Rs. 1.5 lakh mark.
Motorola's Signature series made its debut earlier this year with a focus on a slim design, high-end hardware, and a distinctive aesthetic. Now, the company appears to be preparing its successor. According to a report, a teaser for a handset called the “Signature 27” briefly appeared on Motorola's website, showing a close-up of the rear camera module. The teaser has since disappeared, but its appearance across multiple websites reportedly offers clues about Motorola's next premium smartphone.
Vivo X500 Pro Max design and colour options have been revealed by a company executive. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is shown to feature a Zeiss-tuned triple rear camera system, with the Zeiss branding placed in the middle. A secondary light sensor will also be placed at the back of the handset. Meanwhile, the LED flashlight appears outside of the camera island, placed in the top-left corner of the dual-tone rear panel. Meanwhile, the vertically aligned Vivo branding will be placed in the bottom-left corner.
iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, and iPhone 18 Pro Max designs have been spotted in images of protective cases and skins on dbrand's website. The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are shown to sport the same design as their predecessors, with a flat rear panel featuring a horizontal rectangular camera plateau at the top. There are six cutouts on the camera module, one each for the three camera sensors, one for the LiDAR sensor, one for the LED flash, and one for the secondary microphone. On the other hand, the iPhone Duo appears with a unique design, similar to the ones previously spotted in leaked renders.
The UK government is moving towards legislation that could require Apple and Google to introduce stronger controls for children using smartphones and tablets. The proposed rules would address the creation, viewing and sharing of nude images, with the government considering protections that work across operating systems and individual apps. The move follows a voluntary three-month period for the companies to strengthen their existing safeguards. The UK is still deciding which devices the law would cover, while adults passing age verification would remain exempt.
Apple will reportedly launch the Apple TV 4K set-top box and HomePod Mini 2 alongside the iPhone 18 Pro series during the Surprise and Shine event or shortly after. By the end of 2026, the company is expected to unveil its first iPad Mini model with an OLED display, which is said to be “one of the biggest updates” in the product’s history. Apart from this, Apple will reportedly refresh the iMac and the 14-inch MacBook Pro model with its latest M6 chipset. The company is also expected to unveil the first MacBook model with a touchscreen, which will reportedly be marketed as MacBook Ultra.
Apple’s ‘Surprise and shine’ event is finally set to take place today. The hardware showcase has been rumoured to mark a significant change in the iPhone lineup. The company is expected to introduce its first foldable iPhone alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, new Apple Watch models and AirPods. The foldable, reportedly called the iPhone Duo, is expected to feature a book-style design, with prices starting at around $2,000. The event will also reportedly bring new health and fitness features to the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, alongside updates to Apple's AirPods lineup.
Oppo has launched the A7 Pro in China in three colour options. It has a 6.57-inch display with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Max chipset, paired with up to 8GB of RAM. Oppo A7 Pro has an 8,000mAh battery that supports 45W SuperVOOC Flash Charge. It has a 50-megapixel rear camera.
Apple is expected to launch its first foldable iPhone model tonight during the Surprise and Shine event. According to a report, Apple’s first foldable iPhone could cost well over $2,000 (roughly Rs. 1,90,000). The tech giant was reportedly targeting $1,999 (about Rs. 1,90,000), aiming not to breach the “controversial barrier” of $2,000. The company was planning to follow a similar strategy to what it did in 2017 by pricing the iPhone X at $999 (roughly Rs. 95,000). However, that does not seem to be the case anymore.
Apple will host its ‘Surprise and Shine’ event today at Apple Park in Cupertino, California. The showcase will begin at 10 am PT. However, if you are in India, you will be able to catch the livestream at 10:30 pm IST. Apple has scheduled the livestream via multiple social media platforms and video streaming services. Apart from this, you will also be able to watch the livestream of the iPhone launch event via Apple’s official YouTube channel and the Apple TV app. Based on numerous reports and leaks, Apple is widely expected to launch the foldable iPhone, iPhone 18 Pro series, AirPods 5, and Watch Series 12.
Xiaomi UltraThin Magnetic Power Bank 5000 15W, Magnetic Power Bank 10000 45W, and Power Bank 20000 165W have been launched in India, the company announced on Tuesday. The three new power banks will be available for purchase in India via Amazon, Flipkart, the Xiaomi online store, Xiaomi’s offline retail stores, Swiggy Instamart, Blinkit, and Zepto. The Xiaomi UltraThin Magnetic Power Bank 5000 15W is backed by a 5,000mAh battery. The power bank is 6mm thick, while weighing about 98g.
Oppo announced the launch of the Oppo F35 5G series in India via a press release. The exact launch date has not been revealed, but the teaser highlights the 'coming soon' tag. The launch could take place later this month. The official image shared by the brand shows a partial front design of the phone with a hole-punch design. The new lineup will succeed the Oppo F33 series. The Oppo F35 Pro could share a similar design and specifications with the Oppo A7 Pro Max.
Vivo’s V80 smartphone is reportedly set to launch in India in October. The premium smartphone, which will replace the currently available V70, is expected to get notable camera upgrades, including some features from Vivo’s X series of flagship smartphones. The handset is also said to have Zeiss-branded optics.
Poco C95 Pro has been listed on Beemarket, an online retailer in Uzbekistan, revealing the upcoming phone's price, colour options, key specifications, and features. The listing reveals that the phone will be available for purchase in three colour options, namely Black, Blue, and Green (translated from Uzbek). However, the company has yet to confirm these details. In terms of design, the Poco C95 Pro appears nearly identical to the recently launched Poco M8x 5G. The Poco C95 Pro has been listed with a MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra chipset, paired with an ARM Mali-G52 MC2 GPU.
OnePlus has been rumoured to expand its affordable smartphone lineup in India with a new addition to the N6 lineup. The company has now confirmed the India launch of the OnePlus N6 Lite, with a dedicated new microsite now live. It is expected to be positioned as the most affordable handset in OnePlus’ portfolio. While the company has yet to reveal a launch date or specifications, the microsite offers a first look at its design.
Ahead of the iPhone 18 Pro launch, features of the upcoming Pro models may have leaked. These appear to be Pro camera features, some of which have been available via third-party apps. Apple may showcase these new iOS 27 camera features on stage at the iPhone 18 Pro launch.
Realme 16 Pro 5G Harry Potter Edition was announced on Tuesday as a special edition of the company's mid-range smartphone. The new handset has been developed in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery and the Harry Potter franchise. As such, it brings themed design elements and software customisations while retaining the specifications of the standard Realme 16 Pro 5G.
Redmi Note 17 Pro series will be launched in India on September 15, the smartphone maker announced on Tuesday. On top of this, the microsite reveals that the Redmi Note 17 Pro series will be equipped with up to a 10,000mAh battery, highlighted with the tagline “mAhster of strength”. Citing its internal lab test results, the Xiaomi sub-brand claims that the lineup will deliver more than four days of usage on a single charge with light usage. The two new handsets will be available for purchase in India via Amazon. The purported Redmi Note 17 Pro is shown in a blue colourway, featuring a flat rear panel, with a square-shaped camera module placed in the top-right corner.
Samsung Galaxy A07s was launched in select global markets on Monday. The handset is currently on sale in Jordan via the Samsung online store. The Samsung Galaxy A07s is offered in Black, Green, and Light Violet colour options. It can be purchased in 4GB + 64GB and 4GB + 128GB RAM and storage configuration. The company promises six OS upgrades for the handset. It sports a 6.7-inch HD+ (720 x 1,600 pixels) PLS LCD touchscreen. Powering the new Samsung phone is an octa-core MediaTek Helio G99+ chipset, along wth a 5,000mAh battery.
iQOO has announced that its next-generation flagship smartphone, dubbed iQOO 16, will launch later this month. The upcoming handset is confirmed to be powered by Qualcomm’s next-generation flagship mobile SoC, along with a new in-house gaming chip. It will be accompanied by the iQOO Pad Ultra, which is teased to feature an 8.8-inch OLED display, flagship Qualcomm hardware and active cooling. Both devices are being positioned around sustained gaming performance.
MediaTek has finally revealed the launch timeline for its Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset. It will be MediaTek’s first 2nm processor. Rumours indicate that a select few smartphone manufacturers will have access to the new chipset. In a Weibo post, MediaTek has detailed some of its key features.
Vivo X500 series will be launched in China on September 21 at 7 pm local time (4:30 pm IST), the smartphone maker announced on Monday during the Vivo Creator Festival. This comes shortly after the Vivo Product Manager Han Boxiao revealed that the Vivo X500 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro Max will be capable of recording videos at up to 4K/240 fps. Moreover, the two smartphones will be able to capture 4K resolution video at 120 fps in HDR mode. The phones are expected to be powered by the unreleased MediaTek Dimensity 9600 series chipsets.
Huawei Pura X View has been launched in China. It ships with HarmonyOS 7.0 and runs on a Kirin 9030S chipset. It features a 6.39-inch OLED display and has a 200-megapixel primary rear camera. The Huawei Pura X View has a 7,000mAh battery. The phone comes with up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. It supports 66W wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging.
Apple is gearing up to host its ‘Surprise and Shine’ event tomorrow, where it is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, alongside the much-awaited book-style foldable dubbed iPhone Ultra. Ahead of its anticipated debut, a short video appearing to show retail demo units has surfaced online, offering what could be the clearest look yet at two rumoured colour options of the purported iPhone 18 Pro models.
Xiaomi 18 Fold brings a wide foldable design with dual 120Hz AMOLED displays, Xiaomi’s Xring O3 AI flagship SoC and up to 16GB RAM with 1TB storage. Its camera setup includes a 200-megapixel Leica-backed main sensor, a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto and a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera. The foldable also supports 67W wired and 50W wireless charging, alongside Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC and UWB. It gets IP58 and IP59 ratings and offers fingerprint and face unlock for security.
Ai+ Nova 2 Power is confirmed to launch in India soon. It will go on sale through Flipkart. It is confirmed to ship with a 7,000mAh Li-Polymer battery with support for 33W fast charging. Ai+ claims that the battery will provide all-day usage. It is teased to be available in 6GB + 128GB and 8GB + 128GB RAM and storage configurations. It will be launched in five colour options.
The iQOO 16 could debut in September with hardware aimed at the premium flagship segment, according to a tipster. The handset is expected to feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chipset and a Samsung M16 display with a 2K+ resolution and 165Hz refresh rate. Other reported upgrades include a dedicated Q4 gaming chip, large camera sensors and an 8,400mAh battery. Earlier leaks have also pointed to 100W wired and 40W wireless charging support on the upcoming smartphone.
OnePlus 16 is expected to launch in October. While OnePlus has yet to officially confirm this, a tipster has now revealed several key specifications, including its battery capacity, processor, and display refresh rate. It is tipped to come with a 9,000mAh battery and a 200-megapixel primary camera. The display of the phone could feature up to a 185Hz refresh rate.
Samsung is reportedly planning to raise the prices of the Galaxy A57 and Galaxy A37 in India by up to Rs. 6,000, according to a tipster. The claimed revisions cover three configurations of each smartphone, with the Galaxy A37 12GB + 256GB variant seeing the largest increase. The Galaxy A57 12GB + 256GB model is also said to have become Rs. 5,000 more expensive. Samsung’s website had not reflected the claimed new prices at the time of writing.
