Samsung System LSI Business is targeting a peak clock speed of up to 4.2GHz for the prime core of the Exynos 2700 mobile platform, according to a tipster. However, the leaker says that the results would likely depend on Samsung Foundry’s SF2P manufacturing process yield, beyond 65 percent to 70 percent. The Samsung Exynos 2700 chipset was recently spotted on the Geekbench benchmarking platform with the model number S5E9975. The SoC was listed with a 10-core architecture, featuring one Cluster 1 core clocked at 2.30GHz, four Cluster 2 cores clocked at 2.40GHz, one Cluster 3 core clocked at 2.78GHz, and four Cluster 4 cores, delivering a peak clock speed of 2.88GHz.
Samsung Galaxy F70 Pro has appeared on Geekbench ahead of its expected launch, revealing the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset, Android 16 and 8GB RAM. The benchmark listing also confirms the motherboard codename and benchmark scores. The handset has previously surfaced on Samsung India's website, BIS and Bluetooth SIG, indicating an imminent debut. Earlier reports suggest the phone could feature a 6.7-inch 120Hz Super AMOLED display, a 6,000mAh battery, 45W charging, triple rear cameras and up to six years of Android OS upgrades.
OnePlus N6x will be launched in India with a 7,000mAh battery, the tech firm revealed on Friday. The company claims that the OnePlus N6x will offer up to 2.5 days of battery life. On top of this, the smartphone maker has revealed that its upcoming OnePlus N series phone will provide 20.56 hours of video playback, 133.56 hours of music playback, 25.04 hours of social media scrolling, or 11.26 hours of video recording on a single charge. This comes shortly after the company announced that the OnePlus N6x will be launched in India on July 31 at 12 pm IST.
RAM prices are expected to fall drastically in 2027, a tipster claims. Two Chinese chip manufacturers, namely ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) and Yangtze Memory Technologies (YMTC), are reportedly stockpiling DRAM sticks. The two companies will reportedly offload their accumulated DRAM chip stock in the market next year. While the prices could fall in 2027, the DRAM and NAND stick shortage is expected to last until the first quarter of 2028.
HMD Touch AI has reportedly launched in China as a feature phone with a 3.2-inch touchscreen display, Nokia Lumia-inspired design and ByteDance's Doubao AI model. According to a recent report, it supports AI-assisted translation, learning, photography and image generation features, alongside dual 4G, Wi-Fi, hotspot sharing and Alipay QR payments. The handset is said to feature a 2-megapixel rear camera, a 1,950mAh battery, parental controls, an SOS button and is currently available for pre-order at CNY 469 (roughly Rs. 6,700).
Vivo could launch the Vivo S2 in India on August 6, according to a new leak, with its first sale tipped to begin on August 11. A promotional poster carrying the tagline "Vivo S2: Flows Into Your Hands Soon" has also surfaced online. The handset is expected to return Vivo's S series to India after the Vivo S1 in 2019. Previous leaks suggest it could feature a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 SoC or a MediaTek Dimensity 7360 chipset, a 7,000mAh battery and a 50-megapixel triple rear camera setup.
With the launch of Samsung’s new-generation Galaxy Z foldables in the rear window, the conversation is now shifting towards the next-generation flagship Galaxy S-series. The upcoming lineup, ubiquitously known as the Samsung Galaxy S27 series, could bring a notable change in terms of camera hardware. A recent report suggests that the South Korean tech conglomerate is testing a new Sony sensor for the primary camera on the purported Galaxy S27 and Galaxy S27+.
iQOO has launched the iQOO Z11 Lite 5G in India with a starting effective price of Rs. 17,999. The handset features a 6.74-inch 120Hz HD LCD screen, a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, up to 6GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. It runs on Android 16-based OriginOS 6 and packs a 6,500mAh battery with 44W FlashCharge support. The smartphone also sports a 50-megapixel rear camera, carries an IP65 rating and will go on sale from July 30.
Virat V1 series has been launched in India. The 5G model has a 6,000mAh battery, while the 4G version of Virat V1 carries a 5,000mAh battery. Both models feature a 6.75-inch panel and a 13-megapixel rear camera unit. They run on a Unisoc chipset. The duo will go on sale through Flipkart and the Lava website starting July 31 at 12pm IST.
Oppo A7 Pro Max has been spotted on the Geekbench benchmarking platform with the model number PYC110. The listing suggests that the Oppo A7 Pro Max will be powered by an octa-core QTI SM4850 chipset, which is said to be Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 SoC. The purported Oppo A7 Pro Max is listed with six efficiency cores clocked at 2.02GHz, along with two performance cores, delivering a peak clock speed of 2.40GHz. Moreover, the Geekbench listing suggests that the smartphone will feature 11.22GB of RAM, which could be marketed as 12GB.
Apple could raise the price of the iPhone 18 Pro Max, according to a leak. The handset is tipped to start at CNY 11,000 (roughly Rs. 1,56,700) in China, around CNY 1,000 (roughly Rs. 14,200) more than its predecessor. The reported increase is linked to Apple's A20 Pro chip, which is expected to use TSMC's 2nm process, and rising memory prices. The leak also claims Apple has secured a large share of TSMC's early 2nm production capacity.
iQOO 15 Ultra reportedly appeared in the EEC database with model numbers V2546A and I2603. The V2546A is associated with the Chinese variant of the phone. The listing indicates that the phone will launch in global markets soon. The iQOO 15 Ultra was launched earlier this year in China with a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and a 7,400mAh battery.
Oppo K15 has been launched in China as the latest addition to the company’s mid-range K lineup. The new smartphone is available for purchase in the country via the Oppo China online store in a single 12GB + 256GB RAM and storage configuration. The handset is offered in Gale Grey and Rapid White (translated from Chinese) colour options. An octa core MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Super chipset powers the new Oppo K15. The smartphone also features an 8,000mAh battery with support for 80W wired fast charging. It is equipped with a dual rear camera unit, led by a 50-megapixel main shooter.
Apple’s long-rumoured foldable iPhone is expected to be launched in September alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models. A forecast shared by a market research firm suggests that the purported handset could capture as much as a 25 percent share in global foldable smartphone shipments within months of entering the segment. Samsung, which recently launched the new generation Galaxy Z foldables, is expected to retain the top spot with a 28 percent share.
Qualcomm has been rumoured to be developing the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 series for quite some time now. However, it seems that the chipmaker isn’t done with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 lineup just yet. A tipster claims that the company is preparing a fourth variant of the flagship mobile platform, and it could be aimed at providing a similar premium performance as the existing variants on more affordable smartphones.
Apple released the second public betas of iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 on Thursday. Building upon the release of the first public beta earlier this month, it provides Apple users with another opportunity to test its upcoming operating systems ahead of their stable release later this year. Among the most notable features on iPhone is the new Siri AI experience, which is smarter and has contextual awareness and multi-step task execution capabilities.
A fresh leak from South Korea suggests Samsung could significantly upgrade the Galaxy Z Fold 9 Ultra's cameras by replacing its existing telephoto unit with a 50-megapixel 5x periscope sensor and introducing a new 200-megapixel HP6 primary camera. The report also hints at a different camera strategy for the standard Galaxy Z Fold 9, while linking the Ultra model's rumoured hardware to earlier Galaxy S27 Ultra leaks.
Oppo Find X10 series has been spotted in a leaked image, according to a report. The purported Oppo Find X10 series image hints at the design of the upcoming lineup, which is expected to include the Oppo Find X10, Find X10 Pro, and Find X10 Pro Max. The handsets were seen being tested with the iPhone 17 Pro. The company will reportedly redesign the rear camera module of the Oppo Find X10 series. The three handsets are shown to carry a triple rear camera setup, housed inside a rectangular camera module, similar to the iPhone 17 Pro’s camera plateau.
Vivo S2 has surfaced in a fresh leak ahead of its expected India debut, revealing its storage variants, colour options and internal retail listing prices. The handset is tipped to launch in 8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB variants in Sapphire Blue, Regal Bronze and Silk White. The leaked listings indicate demo prices of Rs. 38,000 and Rs. 42,000, while another entry shows the 128GB model at Rs. 43,000. Previous leaks have also hinted at its launch timeline and key hardware specifications.
Redmi has started teasing the launch of a new Note series smartphone in India. Apart from this, a dedicated microsite for the launch of the new Note series phone is now live on the Xiaomi India website, hinting that it will go on sale in the country via the company’s online store. However, it is worth noting that the company has yet to confirm the name and the exact launch date of the upcoming Redmi Note series smartphone. This comes a few weeks ahead of the anticipated launch of the Redmi Note 17 in India. Recently, a report highlighted that the handset will be unveiled in the country on August 6, while going on sale in the country on August 11.
Poco F9 Ultra and Poco F9 Pro reportedly spotted in the IMEI database. The smartphones have also picked up certifications in multiple regions, indicating a global launch is likely drawing closer. They have also appeared on the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) certification site and Indonesia's Tingkat Komponen Dalam Negeri (TKDN) certification website. The global version of the Vivo X500 also appeared on this platform.
With the launch of the new generation Galaxy foldables in the rear window, the focus is shifting to the Made by Google event, where the Pixel 11 series is expected to be launched. While the Mountain View-based tech giant has yet to reveal any details about its upcoming devices, alleged press renders of the upcoming flagship models have reportedly surfaced, revealing their design and possible colour options.
Xiaomi has unveiled the Power Bank 5i 20000 67W in India. The accessory features a built-in USB Type-C cable, support for multiple fast charging standards and a smart digital display. It can charge several compatible devices simultaneously and supports both high-speed output and input charging. The power bank is priced at Rs. 3,499 and will be available through Xiaomi's online store, Amazon India and retail outlets from July 28.
OnePlus N6x will be launched in India on July 31 at 12 pm IST, the smartphone maker announced on Thursday. The new OnePlus N6x will debut in the country as the second model in the tech firm’s recently introduced N series. The handset is tipped to arrive with familiar specifications and features. The OnePlus N6x is confirmed to go on sale in India via Amazon and the OnePlus online store. The smartphone will be available for purchase in two colour options, namely Burgundy Red and Ice Blue. The handset is shown to feature a pill-shaped rear camera module.
Realme GT 8 Pro and Realme Neo 8 will get successors globally, according to a tipster. The company, to fill the gap in its device portfolio, will reportedly launch new numbered series handsets. Apart from smartphones, the tech firm reportedly also plans to launch new audio devices in select global markets. Moreover, Realme could be considering launching a new performance-focused gaming tablet globally, too. This comes a week after Realme’s President Xu Qi Chase announced that the smartphone maker is pausing new launches in the Chinese handset market.
The Redmi Note 17 is expected to be launched in India next month. While the company has yet to confirm any details, the handset is rumoured to have similar specifications to its Chinese counterpart, which debuted earlier this month. Ahead of its anticipated debut, the Indian variant of the Redmi Note 17 has allegedly surfaced on a benchmarking site, revealing some of its key specifications. The handset is listed with the Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM. It runs on Android 16.
The Nubia NaviX Ultra AI-agent smartphone has appeared in a new leak ahead of its expected unveiling at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference 2026. The handset is tipped to feature a 6.78-inch 1.5K 144Hz display, Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, a 7,100mAh battery and triple 50-megapixel rear cameras. The leak also details its AI capabilities and software architecture. Nubia has already confirmed the phone's name, design, colour options and Doubao AI assistant.
Redmi 17C 5G could launch soon. Ahead of it, the handset has been spotted on Thailand's National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) certification website. An entry on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) website hints at its upcoming launch in India. The Redmi 17C 5G reportedly surfaced on the BIS website with model number 2607FRNEAI. It could run on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC.
iQOO Neo 11S has been rumoured to be in development for quite some time. It was previously anticipated to launch in China in July, but it did not happen. According to a new leak, the purported handset could finally make its debut soon. A tipster has shed light on its launch timeline, along with expected price and key specifications. The iQOO Neo 11S is expected to sit above the iQOO Neo 11 in the brand’s lineup. It is tipped to sport a 144Hz OLED screen and pack an 8,000mAh battery.
Poco X8 is said to be on the way to market. Ahead of the official announcement, the handset has been spotted on Thailand's National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) certification database. It has also been listed on Singapore's Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) certification platform. The handset surfaced with model number 2607DPC18G.
Google has introduced an upgraded migration system in Android 17 that makes switching from an iPhone to an Android phone easier. The new built-in tool supports wireless transfer of additional data, including Google Account details, saved passwords, Wi-Fi credentials and eSIM information, alongside existing content such as photos, contacts and messages. The feature is rolling out to select Pixel devices and Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8, with wider Android support planned for the future.
Apple raised prices across much of its hardware portfolio in India last month. While iPads, Macs, and other smart home devices were affected by the price hikes, iPhones have been spared till now, but that may soon change. According to a tipster, the Cupertino-based tech giant could soon raise prices for the iPhone 17 series in India. Fresh iPhone stocks are reportedly expected to reach dealers in India by next weekend.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 series has been launched in India. The lineup, which includes the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, was unveiled during the Galaxy Unpacked July 2026 event, along with the Galaxy Z Flip 8, Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, and Galaxy Watch 9. The company has now revealed the prices of its new devices. On top of this, the South Korean tech giant has also revealed the launch offers and EMI options for the new book-style and clamshell foldables.
Vivo T5 Lite 5G is now available for purchase via Flipkart, the Vivo India e-store, and retail outlets across the country in two colour options. It runs on a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset and has a 6,500mAh battery. It features a dual rear camera unit headlined by a 50-megapixel primary sensor. As an introductory offer, customers can get the phone for a starting price tag of Rs. 18,499.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra was launched in India on Wednesday at the Galaxy Unpacked event held in London. The South Korean tech conglomerate has changed its foldable nomenclature this year, with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra serving as the true direct successor to last year's Galaxy Z Fold 7. sports an 8-inch AMOLED inner display and a 6.5-inch cover screen. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chipset and packs a 5,000mAh battery with 45W wired charging.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 launched as a successor to the Galaxy Z Flip 7. The new foldable smartphone runs on Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. It has 12GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage. It boasts a 4.1-inch cover display and a 6.9-inch main screen. The new Galaxy Z Flip 8 ships with Android 17 based on One UI 9 and has a 4,300mAh battery.
Samsung has introduced the Galaxy Z Fold 8 at the Galaxy Unpacked event. The latest foldable gets a lighter design, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chipset, dual 50-megapixel rear cameras, and a brighter AMOLED display with up to 3,000 nits of peak brightness.
Realme Narzo 100x 5G is currently available for purchase in India. The new Narzo series phone is offered in two colour options with a starting price tag of Rs. 20,999. The sale of the phone started today in India via the Realme India website and Amazon. It runs on a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset and features an 8,000mAh battery with 45W charging support. It features a 6.8-inch display with up to a 144Hz refresh rate.
Redmi Note 17 price in India and base storage configuration have surfaced online. Its price in India will reportedly start at over Rs. 30,000 for the base variant, which might feature 6GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage. He also claims that the handset will ship with Xiaomi’s HyperOS 3, which is based on Android 16. The Xiaomi sub-brand will reportedly offer four years of OS upgrades and five years of security updates for the upcoming Redmi Note 17 in India. The smartphone might also feature LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.2 internal storage. However, since the tech firm has yet to confirm these details, one must read it with a pinch of salt.
Chip prices may continue to rise, as a recent report suggests that TSMC will raise prices for its chipsets beginning next year. The move is expected to affect TSMC's clients, including Apple, Nvidia, Qualcomm, AMD, and Intel. With this move, the chipmaker is looking to offset rising costs for materials, manufacturing equipment and construction of new overseas chip plants. TSMC's 28nm, 16nm, and 12nm process nodes could become more expensive starting in 2027.
Vivo is rumoured to revive its S-series smartphone lineup in India after nearly six years. The rumour mill suggests that the Vivo S2 could launch soon as the successor to the Vivo S1, which debuted in 2019. While the company has yet to acknowledge the handset, a promotional poster that was allegedly shared with offline retail partners has reportedly been leaked. It hints towards the purported handset’s imminent arrival in India.
Samsung’s second Galaxy Unpacked event of 2026 is right around the corner. While the South Korean tech conglomerate has yet to reveal the products that will be announced, the bi-annual hardware showcase is expected to witness the launch of the new generation Galaxy foldables. So far, the rumour mill has suggested that three foldables could be on the cards, including the highly anticipated wide fold model. Apart from this, Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 are also expected to debut.
Samsung's One UI 9 beta version seems to improve the Galaxy S26 Ultra's Privacy Display. When Privacy Display is enabled only for the YouTube APP, minimising a video into picture-in-picture (PiP) mode and returning to the home screen will now keep the privacy feature limited to the floating PiP window. The rest of the interface will be fully visible.
OnePlus N6x design and colour options have been teased. The microsite on Amazon confirms that the OnePlus N6x will go on sale in India in at least blue and red colour options. In terms of design, the OnePlus N6x is shown to feature a flat rear panel, with the centred OnePlus branding placed in the middle of the panel. In the top-left corner of the panel, a pill-shaped rear camera module will be placed on the OnePlus N6x. An LED flash appears next to the camera island. A power button and volume controls will be placed on the right side of the phone. It is shown to feature a flat frame, too. As previously mentioned, the OnePlus N6x is closer to the recently launched OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite than the OnePlus N6.
OnePlus 11 and newer flagship series smartphones from OnePlus in India will be eligible to receive the ColorOS 17 update, which will be based on Android 17, according to a tipster. Apart from the flagship lineup from OnePlus, select Nord series handsets will reportedly also be eligible to receive the Android 17-based ColorOS 17 update. Apart from the candybar smartphones, the OnePlus Open, the company's book-style foldable handset. will reportedly also receive the Android 17-based ColorOS 17 update.
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max spotted on the NBTC website with model number 2609FRA74G. The listing shows support for GSM, WCDMA, LTE and NR networks, indicating 5G connectivity. The listing indicates that the phone could be launched in the global market soon. Additionally, the Redmi Note 17 also appeared on the NBTC database with model number 26081RA18G.
Apple's first foldable smartphone has reportedly been spotted in the iOS 27 beta code, according to a report. Expected to be called iPhone Ultra, the foldable is said to pack a multi-battery setup. The report highlights that the code strings say, “The batteries in this iPhone are performing as expected,” and “the health of the batteries in this iPhone has significantly degraded.” The latter appears to be a warning that might appear when the iPhone Ultra’s battery health falls below 80 percent. Similarly, the code strings also reportedly mention specific situations, including one where one of the batteries of the foldable iPhone model might not be a genuine Apple part.
Samsung is expected to release its Android 17-based One UI 9 update with the upcoming Galaxy foldables later this month. Ahead of its anticipated release, the South Korean tech conglomerate appears to be expanding the development of the software to more Galaxy devices. Based on a tipster’s claims, internal One UI 9 test builds have been spotted for the Galaxy A55 and Galaxy A35 in South Korea. Both handsets, notably, were originally shipped with Android 14.
Redmi 17 4G is reportedly listed on the EPREL website with model number 2606FRN72Y. The listing shows the phone with a 7,500mAh battery with 45W charging support. The battery could last up to 73 hours and 54 minutes on a single charge. The Redmi 17 4G is rumoured to feature a 6.9-inch display and a MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra chipset. It has an IP65-rated build for dust and water resistance.
The Tecno Camon 50 Ultra packs a premium design language and offers a slim profile of just 7.6mm thickness. The handset packs a 6.78-inch 1.5K ProXDR curved AMOLED display with a resolution of 1208 x 2644 pixels. The screen also comes with up to a 144Hz screen refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection.
