Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is tipped to come with a 1/1.1-inch 200-megapixel Sony CMOS sensor. This would be a notable upgrade over the 1/1.3-inch sensor found in the Galaxy S25 Ultra. The existing Galaxy S series phones have Sony sensors.
OnePlus Turbo 6 and OnePlus Turbo 6V have been launched in China with Snapdragon chipsets. The new lineup features 9,000mAh battery units and has IP66 + IP68 + IP69 + IP69K ratings for dust and water resistance. OnePlus Turbo 6 is launched in Light Chaser Silver, Lone Black and Wild Green (translated from Chinese) colourways.
Honor Magic 8 Pro Air will be launched in China by the Chinese smartphone maker on January 19, the tech firm announced on Thursday via a social media post. However, the company has yet to reveal other details about the upcoming handset, like its specifications, features, design, and colourways. Separately, a tipster has shared the real-life image of the Honor Magic 8 Pro Air, revealing its colourways and design. The phone is said to pack a 5,500mAh battery.
Itel Zeno 20 Max has been launched in India in three colour options. The new phone features a 5,000mAh battery and a 13-megapixel rear camera unit. It has the Dynamic Bar feature and is equipped with the Unisoc T7100 chipset. It features a 6.6-inch 90Hz HD+ display and has an 8-megapixel selfie shooter. The Itel Zeno 20 Max has 15W charging support.
Poco has launched the Poco M8 Pro 5G in select global markets alongside the Poco M8 5G, though it is not yet available in India. Priced from $299 (roughly Rs. 26,900), the phone features a 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display, Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset, up to 12GB RAM, and Android 15-based HyperOS 2. It offers a 50-megapixel main OIS camera, a 6,500mAh battery with 100W fast charging, stereo speakers, and an IP66, IP69, and IP69K-rated build.
Samsung reportedly filed a patent with the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) showing a different design for a foldable phone. The alleged sketches of the patent suggest that Samsung is planning to work on a reversible front-and-back flip phone design. The sketches show the device in different angles in folded and unfolded positions.
Apple is working on multispectral imaging technology, which it could potentially use in future generations of iPhone cameras, according to supply chain reports. The Cupertino-based tech giant is said to be evaluating components related to multispectral imaging, although it remains at infancy. This is expected to allow for the recording of a wider spectrum of lighting wavelengths. Reports suggest that its inclusion would enhance Apple’s computational photography.
The Oppo Reno 15 Series 5G was launched in India on Thursday. It arrives as the succeessor to the Reno 14 series from 2024 and comprises three models — Oppo Reno 15, Reno 15 Pro, and Reno 15 Pro Mini. While the former two are build upon the features of the previous generation, the latter is a new model introduced in India for the first time. The Oppo Reno 15 Series 5G runs on Android 16-based ColorOS 16.
Samsung has reportedly explained that delays to Google Play system updates on Galaxy smartphones are intentional and linked to internal software validation. The clarification follows user reports of outdated Play system versions despite recent Android security patches. Samsung told a German publication it paused these updates during new device launches and major One UI releases to avoid compatibility issues. The company said updates should resume in January 2026 and does not consider the delay a security risk.
Poco M8 5G has been launched in India by the Xiaomi sub-brand as the successor to the Poco M7. The smartphone will go on sale in India soon via Flipkart and the company website in Carbon Black, Glacial Blue, and Frost Silver colourways. The phone boasts a 5,520mAh battery, which is claimed to offer up to 1.6 days of battery backup on moderate use. It is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset. The new Poco handset also supports 45W wired fast charging and 18W reverse wired charging.
Infinix Note Edge is set to launch on January 19. It will be the first smartphone to arrive globally with the new MediaTek Dimensity 7100 SoC. It will feature Android 16-based XOS 16 and 5G support. The upcoming smartphone is speculated to come with a 3D curved AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution and a 6,500mAh battery.
Samsung Galaxy S26 series will be launched on February 25, a tipster claimed in a social media post. This is in line with a November 2025 report, which suggested that the South Korean smartphone maker will host the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event to unveil the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra on February 25. However, in the past, reports have also contradicted this claim, hinting at a late January launch. However, the company is expected to confirm the Galaxy S26 series launch in the coming weeks.
The insatiable demand for artificial intelligence (AI) and server capacity continues to wreak havoc in the memory market. According to a market research and consulting firm, the ongoing DRAM shortage caused memory prices to surge by up to 50 percent in 2025. It is also anticipated to soar by another 50 percent in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, significantly impacting not just the hardware manufacturers, but also the end user, as the cost of devices increases along with the Bill of Materials (BoM).
Poco M8 5G is set to launch in India later today. The handset, which will be available for purchase in India via Flipkart and the Xiaomi India online store, will be offered in Carbon Black, Glacial Blue, and Frost Silver colourways. The phone will be powered by a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM. It will also run on Xiaomi’s Android 15-based HyperOS 2.0. The phone is teased to sport a 6.77-inch 3D Curved Display, with up to 3,200 nits of peak brightness and up to 120Hz of refresh rate.
The Oppo Reno 15 Series 5G is all set be launched in India today. Arriving as the successor to 2025’s Reno 14, the upcoming lineup is expected to comprise three models — Oppo Reno 15, Reno 15 Pro, and the all-new Reno 15 Pro mini. In the days leading up to its launch, the company has revealed that the Reno 15 series will place a strong emphasis on design and AI-enhanced photography.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8 could go official in the second half of this year. They have now reportedly surfaced on the IMEI database, and the listing explicitly mentions the model numbers and codenames of the unannounced devices. Samsung is rumoured to launch a third mysterious foldable smartphone along with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8 this year.
Motorola teased its first-ever book-style foldable smartphone on the sidelines of the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 on Monday. The purported foldable, ubiquitously known as the Moto Razr Fold, appears to sport a camera module that aligns with what the Lenovo-owned brand has used across several of its recent phones, in terms of design. A separate set of leaks sheds more light on the alleged Moto Razr Fold, including its design and anticipated pricing.
Vivo has launched the Y50s 5G and Y50e 5G in China with a focus on battery life and everyday 5G performance. Both phones feature a 6.74-inch HD+ LCD screen with a 90Hz refresh rate, run on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, and include a 13 megapixel rear camera and a 5 megapixel front camera. They pack 6,000mAh batteries with 44W charging on the Y50s and 15W on the Y50e. Prices start at CNY 1,499 (roughly Rs. 19,300).
Red Magic 11 Air will launch in China soon. Ahead of the launch, the handset was spotted on Geekbench with model number Nubia NX799J. The listing suggests that it will come with a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and 16GB RAM. The phone could run on Android 16. It is likely to come with a 6.85-inch OLED display and a 7,000mAh battery.
Apple is expected to launch the iPhone Fold later this year, in September. While its rumoured unveiling is still months away, its key specifications and features have been surfacing online for months. Now, images of a foldable display from Samsung, which is shown to have “no visible crease” in the middle, have surfaced online. Said to have been showcased by the South Korean company during the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, Apple is expected to use the same display for its purported iPhone Fold.
Vivo X200T will be launched in India in the last week of January, according to a report. Additionally, the expected price range of the rumoured smartphone has surfaced online. The purported Vivo X200T is said to be the rebranded version of the Vivo X200 FE, which was unveiled in the country in 2025. The upcoming phone could sport a 6.67-inch AMOLED display. It is said to be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ chipset as well.
Realme 16 Pro series, which includes the Realme 16 Pro+ 5G and Realme 16 Pro 5G, has been launched in India by the Chinese tech firm. The new handsets will be available for purchase in the country via the Realme India online store and Flipkart. The standard Realme 16 Pro 5G is offered in Master Gold, Pebble Grey, and Orchid Purple colourways in the country. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max 5G chipset, paired with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage.
Redmi Note 15 5G was launched in India on Tuesday. The latest handset from the Xiaomi subsidiary arrives as the successor to the Redmi Note 14 5G, which was launched in the country on December 9. It is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset and promises 30 percent faster multitasking than the previous generation. The Redmi Note 15 5G is equipped with a 108-megapixel camera and packs a 5,520mAh battery.
Honor Power 2 has been launched in China. The new phone was introduced by the Chinese smartphone maker during a dedicated live event on Monday. Honor’s latest Power 2 is set to go on sale in the country on January 9 via the company’s online store. It will be available for purchase in Phantom Black, Snowfield White, Rising Sun Orange (translated from Chinese) colourways. It is equipped with a 10,080mAh battery. It also features 80W wired fast charging support. A MediaTek Dimensity 8500 SoC powers the handset.
TCL has unveiled the Nxtpaper 70 Pro at CES 2026, featuring a Nxtpaper 4.0 display with a dedicated Nxtpaper Key for switching between colour, ink, and monochrome modes. The phone focuses on eye comfort with TÜV and SGS certifications, ultra-low blue light output, and a 1-nit minimum brightness. It runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipset, packs a 5,200mAh battery, offers stylus support, and includes a 50-megapixel OIS camera. Prices start at EUR 339 (roughly Rs. 35,800), with a February global launch planned.
Samsung, which had rolled out Gemini-backed AI features to about 400 million mobile products, including smartphones and tablets, by last year, plans to boost that figure to 800 million in 2026.
Poco M8 5G will be offered in India in Carbon Black, Glacial Blue, and Frost Silver colourways, the Chinese smartphone maker updated the phone's dedicated microsite to confirm the same. The company has also revealed that the phone will pack a 5,520mAh silicon carbon battery with 45W wired fast charging and 18W reverse charging support. This comes days before the launch of the Poco M8 5G in India, which is scheduled to take place on January 8 at 12pm IST.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ has been listed on the BIS website with the model number SM-S947B/DS, and the handset could launch in India soon. The “B” in the model number refers to the international variant. The “DS” suffix points to the dual-SIM support. Samsung could launch both the Galaxy S26+ and Galaxy S26 Edge in select markets.
The MediaTek Dimensity 8500 chipset will be launched this month, the company announced on Monday. In recent weeks, the rumour mill has suggested that the chipmaker was testing the upcoming mobile processor for powering several upcoming phones, and it could offer performance and efficiency improvements over its predecessor, the Dimensity 8400.
Oppo A6 Pro 5G has been launched in India, the company announced on Monday. The new smartphone can be purchased via the Oppo India online store in Aurora Gold and Cappuccino Brown colourways. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC, paired with 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 2.2 onboard storage. It is equipped with a 7,000mAh battery. The phone supports 80W wired fast charging, too. It carries a dual rear camera setup, headlined by a 50-megapixeol primary shooter.
Samsung may raise smartphone prices in India starting January 5, based on posts by a tipster. The reported revision could affect multiple Galaxy models across price segments and apply to all RAM and storage variants. Models such as the Galaxy A56, Galaxy A36, and Galaxy F17 5G may see hikes ranging from Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 2,000. The tipster also claims other Galaxy phones could be impacted. Samsung has not confirmed the reported price changes.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max confirmed to launch in China later this month. The new handset will debut in the CNY 2,500 (roughly Rs. 33,000) price segment. The Redmi Turbo 5 series is expected to feature MediaTek Dimensity chipsets. The company may use the Dimensity 8500 for the Turbo 5 and the Dimensity 9500e for the Turbo 5 Pro.
Apple has shipped iPhone models worth $50 billion (about Rs. 4.51 Lakh Crore) since FY22, when it was onboarded the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme, Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said. According to a report, the Cupertino-based tech giant managed to ship Indian made iPhone models about $16 billion (about Rs. 1.44 Lakh Crore) in the first nine months of the FY25. The minister also highlighted that electronics are now among the top three commodities exported out of the country.
The Realme Neo 8 has surfaced in multiple leaks originating from China in recent weeks, hinting towards its imminent debut. Its launch timeline has now been confirmed by the brand. The upcoming handset is expected to arrive as the successor to the Realme Neo 7, which arrived in China in December 2024. The company has also revealed a few key details about the phone. The Realme Neo 8 is confirmed to be available in a Cyber Purple colourway, powered by the recently announced Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset.
Vivo X200T could launch soon. Ahead of any formal announcement, the handset has popped up on the Bluetooth SIG website with model number V2561. It has also appeared on the BIS certification website, indicating that the Vivo X200T will make its way to the Indian market soon. Additionally, the Vivo X300 FE was also spotted on the BIS website. The Vivo X200T is expected to come with a MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ chipset and a 6,500mAh battery
The iQOO 15 Ultra will be launched in China soon, the company confirmed via social media on Monday. The handset was recently rumoured to arrive as a new model that sits above the iQOO 15 in the flagship lineup. iQOO has teased that its upcoming phone will be an “ultra-performance” device. While its features and specifications are yet to be unveiled by the Vivo sub-brand, it has been tipped to offer several gaming-centric features.
Vivo is expected to hold a launch event in China in March, where it may unveil the Vivo X300 Ultra and the Vivo X300s. Leaks suggest the Vivo X300s will arrive as a minor upgrade over the Vivo X300, powered by the Dimensity 9500+ chipset. It is tipped to feature a 6.78-inch 1.5K OLED display, a 200-megapixel primary camera alongside a periscope telephoto shooter, and a 7,000mAh battery. The phone may remain China-exclusive initially.
Asus ROG Phone and Asus Zenfone lineups will not get new models in 2026, as the Taiwan-based tech firm reportedly pauses launch plans for the same. Additionally, Taiwanese smartphone retailers have stopped buying Asus' handsets, a report claims. To assure its existing customers, the company is said to continue providing warranty coverage and maintenance services. Moreover, the existing ROG and Zenfone models will reportedly continue to receive software updates.
OnePlus Nord 6 with the model number CPH2795 has reportedly appeared on the TUV database. The listing hints at support for 80W wired fast charging. It is expected to launch soon as a rebrand of the OnePlus Ace 6, which was unveiled in China last year. It is likely to feature a 6.83-inch display and a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset.
Oppo Find X9 Ultra camera specifications have leaked, hinting at a aggressive quad-camera setup. It is tipped to feature dual 200-megapixel sensors, including a Sony LYTIA 901 primary camera and a 200-megapixel OmniVision periscope telephoto lens. The phone may also include a 50-megapixel ultra-wide and 10x telephoto camera. Other expected features include a 2K 120Hz AMOLED display, a 7,000mAh battery, fast charging, and a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.
Oppo A6s is set to launch soon globally, according to the company website. The phone will be offered in Cappuccino Brown and Ice White colourways via the Oppo online store. It will be powered by a Snapdragon 685 chipset, paired with 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 2.2 onboard storage. It will be backed by a 7,000mAh battery with support for 80W SuperVOOC wired fast charging. The Oppo A6s will also carry a dual rear camera setup, headlined by a 50-megapixel primary shooter.
Motorola launched the Razr 60 Ultra in India in May 2025. Now, the smartphone maker appears to be preparing to launch another Razr handset in a different form factor. Dubbed the Motorola Razr Fold, a tipster claims that the phone could be unveiled by the tech firm later this year as its first book-style foldable. It could also ship with various AI tools, as per the leaked marketing banner. Recently, various journalists received an invitation to the CES 2026, which teased the launch of a horizontally folding Motorola smartphone.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to be launched later this month or in early February. With little time remaining, new information about the device is surfacing more quickly. The smartphone will be part of the Galaxy S26 series, with the base model and the Galaxy S26+ joining the Ultra variant. A new leak has now revealed the possible colour options for the Galaxy S26 Ultra, suggesting that the nomenclature might see a branding shift away from “Titanium.”
The iQOO 15 was launched in November as the successor to the iQOO 13, and it could be joined by another model soon. A previously unannounced iQOO smartphone has been listed on a certification database, introducing the moniker iQOO 15R. Like its OnePlus counterpart, the iQOO 15R could be a non-flagship phone that sits below the top-of-the-line model. It is rumoured to arrive as a rebranded version of the soon-to-be-launched iQOO Z11 Turbo.
Apple is rumoured to introduce its next-generation flagship mobile chipset based on the 2nm node in 2026, following in the footsteps of Samsung, which unveiled the 2nm Exynos 2600 in December. The development of the purported processor, however, could make future iPhone models more expensive. According to a report, the Cupertino-based tech giant will be forced to pay more money to its chip supplier due to the rising price of silicon wafers.
Honor Power 2 will launch next week in China. The company has now teased the colour options and the AnTuTu benchmark score of the phone. It is confirmed to be the first phone to come with the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Elite chipset. It will feature a 10,080mAh battery. The Honor Power 2 will debut as a successor to the original Honor Power.
The Poco M8 5G is scheduled to be launched in India soon. Ahead of its anticipated debut, the Xiaomi subsidiary has confirmed several details about the upcoming handset, including its display, chipset, and software support. It will 6.77-inch 3D curved display. Powering the Poco M8 5G will be the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset. The handset is confirmed to run on HyperOS 2, with four years of promised Android updates.
The Samsung Galaxy A57 5G has been spotted on India’s BIS certification database, indicating that it may launch in the country soon. The listing confirms the model number SM-A576B/DS with dual SIM support and points to an early 2026 debut. The phone is expected to feature an Exynos 1680 chipset, Android 16, up to 12GB RAM, a flexible AMOLED display, and a 50-megapixel main camera, positioning it as a premium mid-range offering.
Motorola Signature is confirmed to launch in India next week. Now, a leaked marketing image of the phone suggests support for stylus input. The render shows the phone with a triple camera setup along with an LED flash. It is said to come with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, up to 16GB of RAM and a 6.7-inch OLED display.
Oppo has announced the launch of the Reno 15 series in India, which will include the Reno 15 Pro 5G, Reno 15 Pro Mini 5G, and Reno 15 5G. The lineup focuses on camera and video features, led by a 200-megapixel main camera on the Pro models, along with a 50-megapixel telephoto and ultra-wide setup. The series will introduce AI Editor 3.0, support 4K HDR video recording, and bring select AI camera features to the standard model.
A return to proprietary processor components is said to be on the cards for Samsung, which could mark a shift in its mobile chip strategy. According to a tipster’s claims on social media, the South Korean tech conglomerate is exploring a return to custom CPU and GPU architectures with the purported Exynos 2800 processor. If this move materialises, it would signal a shift from its recent approach of using standard ARM CPU cores and GPUs sourced from chipmakers in its flagship Exynos chipsets.
