Several brands like Google, Samsung, and Xiaomi are gearing up to launch new phones in August. From premium models like the Pixel 11 series to value-focused smartphones like the Redmi Note 17 5G, August is confirmed to offer something for every kind of buyer.

Samsung Galaxy A08 has been launched in select global markets as the company’s latest phone with 4G connectivity. The new smartphone is currently available for purchase via the Samsung Ukraine online store. The Samsung Galaxy A08 is offered in three colour options, namely Dark Blue, Green, and Silver (translated from Ukrainian). It is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G99 chipset, delivering a peak clock speed of 2.2GHz, along with a 6,000mAh battery. The phone features a 50-megapixel primary rear camera.

OriginOS 7 is scheduled to launch globally on September 21, with Vivo and iQOO opening preview programmes for users in India. The Vivo X300 Pro and iQOO 15 are eligible for the early-access programmes, which are limited to 500 users each. iQOO will accept registrations until September 20, while Vivo has not announced an official closing date. The preview software is based on Android 17, and selected users can access it before the stable update reaches the two smartphones.

Samsung could be preparing a new cloud backup option for its Gallery app as its integration with Microsoft OneDrive approaches its September 30 end date. A new version of Samsung's Gallery Cloud Sync service has reportedly appeared on the Galaxy Store. The description indicates that photos and videos can be backed up to Google Cloud. Samsung has not yet officially announced the new integration.

The Oppo F35 series is all set to be launched in India soon, comprising two models — Oppo F35 5G and F35 Pro 5G. While the company remains tight-lipped on what its upcoming F-series handsets could offer, Gadgets 360 has obtained an image of what appears to be the retail box of the higher-end model in the lineup. The image confirms the handset’s moniker as the Oppo F35 Pro 5G, while also suggesting its availability in two colour options.

The Itel Muzik 450L was launched in India as the latest feature phone. It has a 2-in-1 high-output speaker and a 2,500mAh battery. It comes with a 2.4-inch QVGA display. The phone measures 13.4mm in thickness. It features the King Talker voice assistant. Itel Muzik 450L is priced at Rs. 1,659. Itel Muzik 450L has a VGA rear camera. It also has a built-in torch.

Xiaomi 18 Pro has been spotted on the Geekbench benchmarking platform with the model number SM8975. The listing suggests that the flagship phone will be equipped with a QTI SM8975 chipset, which is the unreleased Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro SoC from Qualcomm. The chipset is expected to be built on a 2nm process, competing with the recently unveiled MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro chip. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset on the Xiaomi 18 Pro will reportedly feature three efficiency cores clocked at 3.74GHz, three performance cores clocked at 4.03GHz, and two prime cores, delivering a peak clock speed of 5.01GHz.

Samsung Galaxy A18 4G has debuted in France with a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED screen and an Exynos 1610 chipset. The smartphone comes with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, expandable through a microSD card. It features a 50-megapixel primary camera alongside ultrawide and macro sensors, plus a 13-megapixel selfie camera. The handset packs a 5,000mAh battery with 25W charging and carries an IP64 rating. Samsung has also confirmed long-term software and security support for the device.

Oppo K14 Lite launched in India with a 7,000mAh battery. It runs on the Unisoc T7250 octa-core processor, paired with 4GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 64GB of UFS 2.2 storage. It has a 6.75-inch display and a 13-megapixel rear camera with autofocus. For selfies and video calls, it has a 5-megapixel front-facing camera.

Apple is said to be facing scrutiny in India over its warranty terms for software after complaints that the iOS 18 update caused display and microphone issues on some iPhone models. According to a report, India's consumer protection regulator is investigating whether consumers were unfairly asked to pay for repairs in cases where the problems were allegedly related to the software update. Apple's standard limited warranty covers hardware, while its software licence terms state that the software is provided without warranty.

Xiaomi has teased the launch of its Xiaomi 18 Pro series in China, revealing a new Versatile Back Screen feature for the secondary rear display. The screen can run small apps created for tasks such as cooking, hydration, productivity and language learning. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has also appeared on Geekbench with a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset and Android 17. Earlier leaks have pointed to high-resolution cameras, a 7,000mAh battery and 100W wired charging for the Xiaomi 18 Pro.

Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2026 will begin on October 9 in India, the e-commerce giant has announced. Moreover, a dedicated microsite for the sale event is now live in the country, teasing the bank discounts, special deals, and offers that will be available to customers when the sale begins. Additionally, the company has confirmed that the Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2026 will offer early access to Flipkart Plus, Flipkart Black, and Flipkart Credit Card members. The upcoming Flipkart sale event is expected to offer various electronics at relatively low prices from reputable global brands.

Oppo Find X10 Pro Max will use MediaTek’s Dimensity 9600 Pro, based on TSMC’s 2nm N2P process. The chipset brings a new CPU configuration, G2-Ultra NX graphics and dual NPUs for on-device AI tasks. Oppo has also developed its Laminar Flow Engine with MediaTek for the phone. The Pro Max will launch in China later this month with three 200-megapixel rear cameras, Hasselblad-developed camera hardware and an 8,000mAh battery. Oppo has not yet announced its international release schedule or pricing.

iQOO 16 will be launched in China on September 29, the company announced on Tuesday. The launch event is scheduled to commence at 7:00 pm local time (4:30 pm IST). Separately, the company also revealed that the iQOO 16 will be available for purchase in the country in three colour options, namely “Chasing Light”, “Legendary”, and “Racing Track” (translated from Chinese). The Chasing Light colourway will feature a laser holographic back with hues of red and blue shades over a silver background. Meanwhile, the Legendary option uses the “magnetron sputtering electroplating technology” and 670nm thick electroplating film on the back over a shade of white. Lastly, the Racing Track colourway, the tech firm says, has been inspired by the purple paint of F1 cars.

Vivo V80, S2 FE and X500 Pro Max have surfaced in recent regulatory listings in India and Thailand. The V80 appeared on both BIS and Thailand's NBTC database, while the S2 FE was linked to BIS through model number V2640. The X500 Pro Max appeared on NBTC with model number V2610. Earlier reports have tipped specifications and launch details for the three phones, including 90W charging for the V80 and a Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset for the X500 Pro Max.

Vivo V80 India launch teased. It is confirmed to come with a Zeiss-branded rear camera unit. Previous leaks claimed that the Vivo V80 will go official in India in the first week of October. It is rumoured to feature a 50-megapixel telephoto camera with support for 3X zoom. It could feature a 7,200mAh battery. It is said to ship wth Android 17-based OriginOS 7 on top.

MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro mobile platform has been launched globally. The octa-core chipset is built on a 2nm process. Moreover, it features a 2 + 3 + 3 AI Compute Fusion CPU architecture, with two prime cores, three performance cores, and three efficiency cores. It also gets the new L2 + L3 cache architecture, along with support for LPDDR6 RAM and UFS 5 storage. The SoC features the 1090 NPU with dedicated Performance and Flexible cores. Moreover, the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset features the new Mali G2 Ultra NX GPU, with a system cache of 10MB. Its AI Imaging Fusion Architecture gets Semantic Analysis Engine, TrueColor Engine, and FastFocus Engine.

The Samsung Galaxy A18 4G could arrive in France with a lower price than previously expected, according to a new leak. The reported French configuration includes 128GB of storage, while Samsung may offer more storage in other markets. The handset could also bring an Exynos 1610 chipset instead of the previously rumoured MediaTek processor. Other reported features include a 90Hz Super AMOLED display, triple rear cameras, a 5,000mAh battery and Android 17. Samsung has not confirmed these details yet.

Realme 16 Pro Harry Potter Edition will launch in India on September 21 at 12pm IST. A dedicated microsite for the handset is now live on the company and Flipkart websites. The upcoming phone features a brown leather finish and has an argyle-textured rear panel. Realme 16 Pro Harry Potter edition will be available with a Hogwarts-themed limited-edition gifting box. Only 5,000 units of the gifting box will be available for purchase.

OnePlus N6 Lite will be launched in India on September 22, the company announced on Tuesday via a press release. The company has also revealed that the smartphone will be equipped with a 7,000mAh battery. Moreover, it will feature a flat display that refreshes at up to 120Hz. The OnePlus N6 Lite will be available for purchase in the country via Amazon. It will be offered in two colour options, namely Midnight Hype and Neo Green.

Redmi Note 17 Pro and Redmi Note 17 Pro Max were launched in India on Tuesday as the latest additions to the Xiaomi sub-brand's Note 17 lineup. The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 chipset. On the other hand, the Redmi Note 17 Pro features a Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 SoC. The Pro Max model is equipped with a 10,000mAh battery, while the Pro model packs a 9,000mAh cell. Both phones feature a dual rear camera unit. Moreover, the two phones will go on sale in India via Amazon.

Google’s Motion Assist feature is now expanding to additional Android smartphones. The feature displays bubbles around the edges of the screen that respond to the movement of a vehicle. It is designed to reduce motion sickness. The feature helps bridge the gap between what your eyes see and the movement of your ride. Set it to turn on automatically, add it to Quick Settings, and customise the bubble’s shape, colour, and opacity to match your style.

Apple’s latest trade-in figures reveal a notable difference in how the iPhone Air is valued across the US and India. In the US, the Air and the cheaper iPhone 17 currently qualify for the same maximum trade-in credit, while the Pro models command higher values. The Air launched between the standard and Pro models in Apple’s pricing structure, making its current valuation particularly notable. In India, however, Apple assigns the Air a higher maximum trade-in value than the standard iPhone 17.

Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra and Galaxy S27 Pro reportedly come with the company’s next-generation M16 OLED display technology. The display may not offer 10,000 nits of peak brightness or a 165Hz refresh rate; instead, Samsung is said to integrate hardware-level privacy display features.

Apple launched the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max at its ‘Surprise and shine’ event last week. Following the keynote, both handsets became available for pre-order, with availability in stores officially declared to begin on September 18. However, customers who have yet to place their orders for either of the handsets may now have to wait beyond the launch date in multiple countries, as Apple's online store is showing delivery estimates extending into October.

Oppo is gearing up to launch its next-generation F35 series in India soon. The company recently began teasing its upcoming lineup, which is expected to comprise the F35 and F35 Pro, even though its monikers officially remain under wraps. A new report now offers an early look at the design and colour options of both the purported handsets. The Oppo F35 series could be offered in six colourways in total, with different design treatments across the lineup.

Redmi Note 17 Pro and Redmi Note 17 Pro Max are launching today in India. Xiaomi's sub-brand has scheduled a dedicated livestream to unveil the two smartphones in India. It is worth noting that the Redmi Note 17 Pro and Redmi Note 17 Pro Max’s launch livestream will commence at 12 pm IST, and you will be able to watch it via Redmi India’s official YouTube channel for all the details. Details regarding the India pricing and storage configurations of the Redmi Note 17 Pro and Redmi Note 17 Pro Max remain under wraps and are expected to be revealed during the livestream later today.

Xiaomi 18's global variant has reportedly appeared on Singapore's IMDA certification database under model number 2611FPNFAG. The listing identifies the handset as a 5G smartphone and mentions Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and NFC connectivity. The same model has previously appeared on Taiwan's NCC and Europe's EEC certification platforms. The NCC listing reportedly revealed 256GB and 512GB storage options, IP68 protection and a charger capable of 100W wired charging. The Xiaomi 18 series is expected to debut in China before reaching international markets.

Vivo Y600i and Y600i AI Edition have received another certification ahead of their expected launch, with the listing revealing support for 44W wired charging. The two smartphones were previously linked to the same model number and device code on the Google Play Console. Meanwhile, another Vivo handset identified as V2620A has appeared with around 90W charging support. The model could be related to the Vivo X500 series, although its commercial name and connection to the upcoming flagship lineup remain unconfirmed.

An APK teardown of the Google Play Services version 26.36.30 reportedly indicate that Google may be developing a new “Expert features” section within the Advanced Protection settings. Intrusion Detection, USB Protection, and Unsecured Wi-Fi Networks options will likely fall under this optional “Expert features” section. Google is expected to make the unsecured Wi-Fi protection optional.

Samsung Galaxy A08 4G has appeared on Virgin Megastore UAE, giving a look at its expected hardware and pricing ahead of launch. The retailer lists the phone with a 6.7-inch PLS LCD, 90Hz refresh rate, up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. Other listed features include a 50-megapixel main camera, 6,000mAh battery, 25W charging and IP64 protection. The Galaxy A08 4G is priced at AED 625 (roughly Rs. 16,300) in the UAE for the 4GB RAM and 64GB storage configuration.

Oppo will introduce the Find X10 series in China on September 22, bringing three smartphones, along with the Watch S2 and Enco X4. The Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max will come with up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, while the Find X10E will have fewer configurations. The phones will feature distinct camera designs, with up to three 200-megapixel rear cameras on the Pro Max. Other reported details include an 8,000mAh battery, a Tiangong Screen 2.0 display and new Dimensity chipsets.

iQOO 16 will be launched as the world’s first phone to feature a 2K resolution that refreshes at up to 165Hz, the Vivo sub-brand has announced. Moreover, it will debut as the world’s first Android phone to get Samsung’s new AMOLED panel, with the latest M16 luminescent material. While the size of iQOO 16’s display remains under wraps, it is confirmed to ship with Samsung’s second-generation LEAD [Low Power, Eco-Friendly, Augmented Brightness, and Design Slim and Light], or LEAD 2.0, display technology.

Lava Virat Curve will be launched in India on September 21 at 12 pm IST. The new smartphone will be available for purchase in the country via Flipkart. Moreover, it is confirmed to go on sale in India in two colour options, namely Heritage Indigo and Makrana Ivory. The Lava Virat Curve will be equipped with a 50-megapixel primary shooter on the back with a Sony IMX752 sensor, an f/1.8 aperture, 10x digital zoom, and a 79-degree field of view. Moreover, it will be powered by an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 7100 SoC, along with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage.

Apple will likely equip the third generation of the iPhone Duo with a telephoto camera and Face ID sensor, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman writes in the latest edition of his weekly newsletter ‘Power On’. Gurman explains that these two upgrades for the iPhone Duo are the “top two priorities” for Apple. However, it is difficult for the tech giant to equip a telephoto camera and a Face ID sensor in the handset because of the 5.2mm thickness when unfolded, which also makes it the thinnest iPhone model yet. Both components reportedly require more depth, making it a “physics problem”.

Recent reports indicated that Samsung was testing a 50-megapixel 4x telephoto sensor measuring 1/1.9-inch for the Galaxy S27 Ultra. The brand was rumoured to replace the existing 3x and 5x telephoto cameras with a single 4x sensor. Now, tipster Ice Universe has challenged these rumours, claiming that the Galaxy S27 Ultra will continue to feature a 5x telephoto camera with a 1/2.52-inch sensor.

Realme P4s Lite may launch soon. The company has yet to reveal the phone's launch timeline or name, but it has appeared on the Google Play Supported Devices list with model number RMX5398. It is rumoured to arrive as a budget offering and could pack 4GB of RAM and up to 128GB of onboard storage.

The unannounced Moto G67s Power surfaced on the Geekbench website, suggesting it may soon make its way to markets. It got 687 points in the single-core test and 1,088 points in the multi-core test. As per the listing, the Moto G67s Power runs on a MediaTek Dimensity 6400. It also shows 4GB of RAM and runs Android 16.

Samsung Galaxy S26 FE was launched in India on Monday as the company’s latest ‘Fan Edition’ model. It arrives as the successor to last year’s Galaxy S26 FE and sports a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The handset is powered by the Exynos 2500 processor and features a triple rear camera setup with a 50-megapixel primary sensor and 3x optical zoom. The Galaxy S26 FE runs on One UI 9 based on Android 17 and is the Galaxy S26 series model to launch with the latest software.

Vivo X500 series will launch in China soon. While Vivo remains tight-lipped about its global launch, international variants of the Vivo X500, Vivo X500 Pro, and Vivo X500 Pro Max have surfaced on the certification platform. The listing suggests a global launch may be on the cards. The Vivo X500 reportedly appeared on Malaysia's SIRIM database with model number V2619. The Vivo X500 Pro Max and Vivo X500 Pro are reportedly listed with model numbers V2610 and V2621, respectively.

Apple has revealed a regional difference in the modem used by the iPhone 18 Pro Max. The company’s updated specifications indicate that the device uses its C2 cellular modem globally, except in the US, where reports point to a Qualcomm modem instead. The change does not affect the iPhone 18 Pro, which uses the C2 worldwide. The exact Qualcomm modem remains unknown, although the Snapdragon X85 is considered the likely candidate. Apple has not explained why the US model uses different hardware.

Apple is reportedly preparing a design overhaul of its retail stores. New and upgraded retail stores will feature three major changes: a revamped Avenue, a return to dedicated Genius Bars, and the removal of the giant video walls found in many locations. The revamped stores will have wooden bays for online order pickups and Today at Apple sessions. Apple could also refresh employee areas and back-of-house areas.

Apple launched the new-generation iPhone models — the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max — at its ‘Surprise and shine’ event last week. Following their debut, the Cupertino-based tech giant discontinued the previous-gen Pro models. Buyers, however, can still grab at significantly lower effective prices through new retail offers. The latest deals offer the iPhone 17 Pro down to as low as Rs. 69,990, while the iPhone 17 Pro Max is available at an effective deal price of tRs. 74,990.

Oppo could introduce two new F-series smartphones in India, with a leaked poster offering an early look at their designs and hardware. The alleged Oppo F35 and F35 Pro are tipped to occupy the Rs. 40,000 and Rs. 45,000 price segments, respectively. Their reported chipsets correspond with those used by the Oppo A7 Pro and A7 Pro Max in China. Other leaked details include 120Hz AMOLED displays, 50-megapixel selfie cameras, horizontal rear camera modules and batteries of around 10,000mAh.

OnePlus 16 will not be launched in India, as a tipster claims that the OnePlus 16R will be the smartphone maker's next flagship handset in the country. The leaker claims that the smartphone maker will employ a “very different” strategy by launching the rumoured OnePlus 16R as its flagship phone in India. The handset is said to debut in the country in 2027. The tech firm will reportedly unveil the next-generation Nord lineup phones later, which could be marketed as Nord 7, Nord CE 7, and Nord CE 7 Lite. The recently introduced OnePlus N series will be launched in the country after the debut of the OnePlus Nord 7 lineup. It might follow a similar naming scheme, arriving as the OnePlus N7 lineup.

Motorola Edge 70 Neo has appeared on the Geekbench benchmarking platform. The listing reveals details about its processor, RAM and software. The smartphone is confirmed to launch in India soon. Motorola has not yet announced its complete specifications. Motorola earlier this month announced that the Edge 70 Neo will launch in India soon. Previous design leaks suggested the phone would come in dark green, light blue, olive green and pale pink colour options.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is expected to be launched in India soon, following its global debut earlier this month. The handset will arrive as the latest addition to the South Korean tech conglomerate’s ‘Fan Edition’ lineup. Multiple microsites also recently went live, teasing its impending arrival. Ahead of its anticipated debut, a tipster has leaked the pricing for the upcoming handset and confirmed two variants of the Galaxy S26 FE for the Indian market.

Apple is all set to roll out iOS 27 for compatible iPhone models in India and globally today, September 14. The latest software update, which was first previewed at WWDC 2026, has gone through several developer and public beta releases. At the ‘September and shine’ event last week, the tech giant announced that the iPhone 18 Pro models and iPhone Duo would be the first models to ship with the new OS out of the box. iOS 27 brings a redesigned Siri experience powered by Apple's Foundation Models and Google's Gemini, alongside a refreshed Liquid Glass interface, Visual Intelligence upgrades and new parental controls.

Google has rolled out a new Android transfer system that lets compatible password managers exchange passwords and passkeys directly. The feature removes the need to export passwords as unencrypted text files and provides a way to move passkeys when changing services. Android detects supported password managers on the device and guides users through selecting, reviewing and authorising the transfer. Google Password Manager, 1Password, Bitwarden Password Manager and Dashlane currently support the feature, while additional providers are expected to join later.

iQOO 16 design, colourway, and camera-related details have been revealed by the Vivo sub-brand. Housed inside a square-shaped deco, with a raised boundary around it, the iQOO 16 is now equipped with a “robotic arm” (translated from Chinese) design, which connects the three camera lenses. The Vivo sub-brand says that the iQOO 16’s camera layout forms a “navigator” (translated from Chinese) symbol. The smartphone will also feature a glass rear panel, with a new “hexagonal tech pattern”. The smartphone will be available for purchase in at least a Light Chasing colour option.

Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 and MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro chipsets have been spotted on the Geekbench benchmarking platform. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset outperformed the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro SoC in terms of single-core and multi-core performance, along with peak clock speed. The Snapdragon 8 series SoC managed to score 3,582 and 12,247 points on Geekbench’s single-core and multi-core performance tests. Meanwhile, the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro chip scored 3,242 and 11,132 on the two benchmarking tests, respectively.