The Vivo X300 Ultra and Vivo X300 FE are now available for purchase in India. The handsets were launched in the country on May 6, following their China debut earlier this year. The Vivo X300 Ultra arrives as the top-of-the-line model in the flagship lineup, equipped with triple Zeiss master prime lenses and Snapdragon 8 Gen Elite 5 SoC. The X300 FE, meanwhile, gets the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip under the hood. Both phones run on Android 16-based OriginOS 6.

Google has showcased a new way for users to verify the authenticity of the OS their Android smartphone is running. The Mountain View-based tech giant showcased the new Android OS Verification tool recently during The Android Show: I/O Edition, which was held as part of the company’s upcoming Google I/O developer conference. The company said that the new OS verification tool will arrive with the Android 17 update, which is expected to be rolled out to select Google Pixel phones soon. Google claims that the feature will help in curbing the distribution of unofficial and modified versions of Android.

Xiaomi 17 Max is teased to come with a first Leica-tuned 200-megapixel primary rear camera with a 1/1.4-inch sensor. It will run on a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. It will have an 8,000mAh battery, marking an upgrade over other Xiaomi 17 series phones. It is teased to have a 6.9-inch display and will be offered in Sky Blue, White, and Pixel Black colour options. The company is also accepting pre-reservations for the phone in China.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 will reportedly be the first in the Galaxy lineup to support Google’s newly announced Gemini Intelligence platform. The Gemini Intelligence, a suite of advanced AI features designed for Android smartphones, was previewed at The Android Show I/O Edition earlier this week. It is confirmed to make its way to the Galaxy S26 series and the upcoming Google Pixel 10 lineup.

Redmi Turbo 5 will be launched in India soon, the Xiaomi sub-brand announced on Thursday. The handset is set to arrive months after its arrival in China, along with the Redmi Turbo 5 Max. As part of the announcement, the tech firm has also revealed the design of the upcoming smartphone. The handset appears in a black colourway, which retails in China as the Shadow Black (translated from Chinese). It is shown to feature a dual rear camera system, with two individually placed lenses placed in the top-left corner of the panel.

Microsoft announced new features for the mobile version of Edge on Wednesday. The company said that it is bringing agentic capabilities with Copilot in Edge on phones for the first time. With Copilot in Edge, users will be able to ask queries on their handsets without leaving the browser, and Microsoft’s AI assistant will be able to generate answers by retrieving context and information from various open tabs. Microsoft has also introduced new productivity tools for the desktop version of Edge.

iQOO could launch the Z11 in India around June 15, according to a tipster. The handset is tipped to use Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset and run Android 16 out of the box. It may be priced under Rs. 30,000. The Chinese variant features a 6.83-inch 165Hz AMOLED display, a 50-megapixel main camera, and a 9,020mAh battery with 90W fast charging. It debuted in China at CNY 2,299 (roughly Rs. 31,200).

A tipster has suggested the launch timeline of the Vivo T5 Lite and Realme P4R. The Vivo T5 Lite is said to go official by the end of this month, while the Realme P4R is tipped to launch in June. The Vivo T5 Lite is expected to run on a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 or Dimensity 6400 chipset. The Realme P4R is said to feature a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 SoC.

Oppo Find X10, Find X10s Pro, Find X10 Pro, Find X10 Pro Max and Find X10 Ultra models are said to be in the works. A new leak has suggested the display details of the upcoming phones. They are expected to use LIPO (Low-Injection Pressure Over-moulding) technology. The Oppo Find X10 Pro Max and Oppo Find X10 Ultra are likely to feature the larger 6.89-inch panel with 2K resolution.

Vivo X500 will sport a 6.59-inch display, according to a tipster's post on Weibo. Meanwhile, the rumoured Vivo X500 Pro model will reportedly boast a more compact 6.31-inch touchscreen. Lastly, the rumoured Vivo X500 Pro Max might ship with a large 6.85-inch screen. This suggests that the standard Vivo X500 will sport a notably larger display than its predecessor, as the Vivo X300 features a 6.31-inch 1.5K AMOLED screen. On the other hand, the Vivo X500 Pro might boast a more compact size compared to its predecessor, which is equipped with a 6.78-inch AMOLED screen.

Samsung is said to be developing a new productivity-focused feature to reduce distractions by controlling internet access at the network level. The feature, reportedly discovered within One UI 9, can selectively block internet connectivity for specific categories of apps such as social media, games, and streaming platforms. As per the report, the functionality is still experimental and was sighted after Samsung commenced the rollout of Android 17-based One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 series.

Moto Tag 2 is now available for purchase in select international markets in two different colour options. The Moto Tag 2 supports Ultra-Wideband (UWB) tracking and offers Bluetooth channel sounding technology. It is advertised to offer over 600 days of battery life on a single charge. The Moto Tag 2 was launched during CES 2026 earlier this year.

Apple is reportedly planning major changes for iOS 27, including a customisable Camera app and a redesigned Siri experience. Users may be able to choose which camera controls appear on screen and where they are placed. Siri could gain a new Dynamic Island interface, a dedicated app, and web search capabilities. Apple is also expected to update Safari, Weather, and Image Playground, while refining system animations and tab bars. The company is likely to unveil iOS 27 at WWDC on June 8.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide, the South Korean tech conglomerate’s first rumoured wide-folding handset, will carry a dual rear camera system, according to a report. The foldable will reportedly boast a 50-megapixel primary camera on the back with an f/1.8 aperture, paired with an ultrawide camera featuring an f/1.9 aperture. For selfies and video calls, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide will reportedly boast two 10-megapixel cameras, one placed on the cover display and the other appearing on the foldable screen. It will reportedly be available for purchase in at least a Dark Green colourway, which is said to be the “signature” colour option.

Lenovo Legion Y70 (2026) key specifications have been revealed ahead of launch on May 19. It is confirmed to come with a Q10 AMOLED LTPO display with 3K resolution and up to 144Hz refresh rate. It will run on a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset and an 8,000mAh battery with 90W fast charging support. The new phone will have triple rear cameras. The company is currently taking pre-orders for the upcoming gaming-focused smartphone.

The iQOO 15T is all set to be launched in China next week, the company announced on Wednesday. It is expected to join the brand’s flagship lineup, which already comprises the iQOO 15 and iQOO 15 Ultra. Ahead of its anticipated debut, iQOO has also revealed several key specifications of the 15T. It is confirmed to sport a 6.82-inch display with a 2K resolution. The brand says iQOO 15T will become the first smartphone globally to launch with the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Monster Edition chipset.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event’s date has leaked online. The company is expected to unveil the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8 during the event. The new foldable flagship lineup is likely to be launched alongside a new Galaxy “Fold Wide" smartphone and Samsung Smart Glasses. The event could take place in London on July 22.

Xiaomi 17 Max will launch in China this month, the company announced on Wednesday. The handset is expected to join other models in the flagship lineup, which includes the Xiaomi 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and the top-of-the-line Xiaomi 17 Ultra. Ahead of its anticipated debut, the brand has teased the upcoming handset's design, along with its display size and colour options. The Xiaomi 17 Max is expected to sit above the standard Xiaomi 17 in the lineup.

Oppo Reno 16F 5G has reportedly received GCF certification, suggesting its global launch may be approaching. The handset, identified by model number CPH2859, was previously listed on NBTC, TDRA, TÜV, and NBD databases. It is tipped to support 80W fast charging and launch in a 12GB RAM and 512GB storage variant. The Reno 16 series is expected to debut in China with Reno 16, Reno 16 Pro, and Reno 16c models before expanding to international markets in June or July.

Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Find X9s will be launched in India on May 21, the smartphone maker announced on Wednesday. Both smartphones are confirmed to pack batteries with a capacity of more than 7,000mAh, the company has confirmed. This comes soon after the dedicated microsites for the two phones were made live in India on Flipkart, Amazon, and the company’s online store. Moreover, the Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Find X9s will boast Hasselblad-powered rear camera systems. While the Ultra model is expected to boast a circular rear camera module, the Find X9s might sport a square-shaped deco.

Motorola Razr Fold has launched in India as the company's first-ever book-style foldable, a couple of months after it introduced in global markets at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026 in March. The foldable has an 8.1-inch internal display and a 6.6-inch cover screen. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, coupled with up to 16GB of RAM. The Motorola Razr Fold packs a 6,000mAh battery with support for 80W wired fast charging.

Vivo Y60 has been launched in China as the latest addition to the company’s Y lineup. The handset is currently on sale in the country via Vivo’s online store. It is offered in Lucky Purple, Obsidian Black, and Shanhaiqing (translated from Chinese) colour options. The new handset is powered by Qualcomm’s octa core Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, delivering a peak clock speed of 2.2GHz. The smartphone also features an Adreno 613 chipset, up to 8GB of RAM, and up to 256GB of storage. It gets a single 13-megapixel rear camera.

Sony Xperia 1 VIII has been launched in Japan as the successor to the Xperia 1 VII. The latest Xperia model is currently available for pre-order in the country via the company’s online store in Garnet Red, Graphite Black, Iolite Silver, and Native Gold colour options. It is offered in four RAM and storage configurations, with the top-end model featuring 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. The smartphones get a triple rear camera setup, led by a 48-megapixel primary shooter. It packs a 5,000mAh battery. The handset is powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC.

Smartphone buyers may no longer be prioritising flashy specifications or aggressive launch pricing while purchasing their next device. According to a new study, three factors have emerged: durability, reliability, and affordability, which are increasingly influencing purchasing decisions and long-term brand loyalty. The study suggests that Indian consumers are placing more importance on factors like sustained real-world performance, battery longevity, and dependable after-sales experiences over short-term advantages in hardware.

Samsung on Tuesday announced the official rollout of the One UI 9 beta programme. Based on Android 17, the Android skin brings expanded AI-powered tools, deeper customisation options, improved accessibility features, and stronger security protections. There are new creative tools in the Notes app, while Text Spotlight is claimed to make reading easier. The company also confirmed that the stable version of One UI 9 will debut later this year alongside upcoming Galaxy flagship devices.

Google hosted The Android Show: I/O Edition on Tuesday. This is the second consecutive year that the Mountain View-based tech giant has hosted a virtual event to share the new upgrades coming to its operating system across devices. The event was part of Google I/O, which will be separately hosted on May 19 and 20.

Google hosted the Android Show I/O Edition on Tuesday, during which it announced that it will soon bring Gemini Intelligence to Android, its new suite of AI-powered tools for its operating system. With Gemini-powered task automation, Android users will soon be able to assign tasks to their handsets. However, task automation is already available on the Samsung Galaxy S26 series and the Google Pixel 10 lineup. Moreover, Google has announced that it is bringing Gemini to the Chrome browser on Android.

IDC has released data from its Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, which suggests that India recorded 31 million smartphone shipments in Q1, marking a sharp decline of 4.1 percent from the same period last year. The reason behind the falling shipments is said to be the subdued consumer sentiment because of the post-festive slowdown, along with increasing prices of smartphones and a cautious spending sentiment. While the total number of smartphone shipments in India declined, the total value of handsets grew by 5.8 percent in Q1, IDC highlighted.

Sony Xperia 1 VIII has appeared in leaked official renders ahead of its May 13 launch. The images suggest a redesigned rectangular camera module, Zeiss branding, and colour options including Graphite Black, Iolite Silver, and Garnet Red. The phone is also expected to retain Sony's signature top and bottom bezels, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a dedicated camera button. It may feature a 6.5-inch 120Hz OLED display and could be priced from EUR 1,868.99 (roughly Rs. 2,08,000) in Europe.

Tecno Camon Slim spotted on multiple certification websites ahead of the official launch. It was spotted on the Carlcare Service website bearing model number CN6c. The listing indicates that the handset will feature 8GB RAM alongside either 128GB or 256GB onboard storage. Additionally, the Tecno Camon Slim has popped up on the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and TÜV Rheinland certification websites. It could come with a 7,000mAh battery.

Samsung Galaxy S27, which is expected to be launched next year, could arrive with an OLED touch panel sourced from BOE, the Chinese tech firm, according to a report citing industry sources. The reason behind the decision is said to be the rising prices of memory and storage components, like DRAM and NAND drives. The tech giant is reportedly trying to offset these costs by sourcing more affordable OLED touch panels to control the manufacturing costs. This is expected to not only allow the company to minimise input costs, but also not raise the prices of its handsets by a huge margin.

The Oppo Reno 16 series is scheduled to launch in China later this month. In recent weeks, the brand has teased several details about the upcoming smartphones, while their pre-reservations have also begun. Ahead of its debut, the alleged colour variants of both Reno models, the Reno 16 and Reno 16 Pro, have surfaced in a fresh leak. A tipster has also revealed details about an upcoming Oppo tablet, which could feature a high refresh rate display and a flagship MediaTek Dimensity chipset under the hood.

Realme 16T 5G will be launched in India on May 22 at 12 pm IST, the smartphone maker announced on Tuesday. Apart from this, the company has revealed that the handset will pack an 8,000mAh battery, which is claimed to provide up to three days of usage. The phone will also ship with support for wired reverse charging and bypass charging. The upcoming Realme 16T 5G will also feature support for 45W wired fast charging. The handset will be 8.8mm thick. The company will reveal additional details about the handset in the coming days.

Google on Monday announced that it has started rolling out end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging to iPhone models running iOS 26.5 beta and Android handsets. The feature is currently available in beta in select global markets, including Canada and the US. While iPhone owners will be able to use the feature via the iMessage app, Android users can access RCS messaging with the latest version of the Google Messages app. Apple was recently spotted testing RCS messaging between iOS and Android devices in the first beta version of the iOS 26.5 update.

Huawei is reportedly testing a smartphone with a battery capacity exceeding 10,000mAh, according to a tipster. The leak claims the company is using a new battery material and cell architecture to achieve the larger capacity. The technology may first appear in a mid-range model, possibly the Enjoy 100 series, before reaching flagship devices. Huawei's current largest battery is an 8,500mAh unit in the Enjoy 90 Pro Max. The company has not officially confirmed the development.

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Find X9s were recently launched as the latest additions to the flagship Find X9 series. While the brand’s next-generation lineup is still a few months away, leaks surrounding the top-end model are already beginning to surface. According to a tipster, Oppo Find X10 Pro Max may feature a dual 200-megapixel rear camera setup, alongside a large LTPO display and MediaTek’s unreleased next-generation flagship chipset.

Samsung has announced its Certified Re-Newed programme in India. The programme brings refurbished Galaxy devices, including flagship and mid-range models, to consumers at reduced prices. Samsung is currently selling Certified Re-Newed Galaxy S25 series phones and Galaxy A56 smartphones under the programme. The phones have the latest software installed, and come with the same one-year warranty as new devices.

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold 2 will be equipped with a special slot for the S-Pen stylus, which will be placed inside the hinge of the foldable, according to a patent-based leak. Moreover, the design of the rumoured twice-folding smartphone has been spotted in purported renders. The images suggest that the S-Pen stylus pocket will be placed inside the right hinge of the handset. The selfie camera appears on the right flap of the rumoured Galaxy Z TriFold 2, which is identical to last year’s Galaxy Z TriFold. The handset appears in a purple colourway.

MediaTek may launch the Dimensity 8600 later this year as a major upgrade to its upper mid-range chipset lineup. According to a tipster, the chip will use a 3nm process and a redesigned architecture. Oppo, Vivo, Xiaomi, and Honor are said to be testing devices powered by the new processor. Some of these phones could feature batteries larger than 10,000mAh. Honor Power 3 is tipped as one possible model that may debut with the Dimensity 8600.

Samsung has reportedly begun rolling out the stable One UI 8.5 update for the Galaxy S25 lineup in the US. The Android 16-based software was first released in South Korea last week. The update introduces several new features to the Galaxy S25 series that were initially limited to the newer Galaxy S26 lineup.

HMD Vibe 2 5G will be launched in India on May 21, the smartphone maker has confirmed. The handset will go on sale in the country via Flipkart in Cosmic Lavender, Nordic Blue, and Peach Pink colour options. Moreover, the upcoming HMD Vibe 2 5G is confirmed to feature a dual rear camera unit, led by a 50-megapixel AI camera, coupled with an unspecified secondary shooter. The smartphone will be backed by a 6,000mAh battery and feature support for 18W wired charging. This means that it will debut with a notably larger battery than its predecessor, which packs a 5,000mAh cell.

Apple has begun testing the new automatic tabs grouping feature for its native browser Safari, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman writes in the latest edition of his weekly newsletter ‘Power On’. The new functionality on Safari is said to be similar to the tabs organisation feature on Google Chrome. While users can currently group tabs manually, based on their preferences and usage, the upcoming tool will reportedly group all the tabs automatically, eliminating the need to create groups and organise tabs manually. The feature is expected to roll out to iPhone and iPad models, along with Mac devices with the upcoming iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 updates.

iQOO 15T is expected to launch in China on May 20 alongside the iQOO Pad 6 Pro and TWS 5i. A leak from a tipster claims the phone will use a custom Dimensity 9500 "Monster" edition chip and Q3 gaming chip. A China Telecom listing suggests it will feature a 6.82-inch 2K 144Hz OLED display, 200-megapixel dual rear cameras, a 16-megapixel selfie camera, and an 8,000mAh battery with 100W wired charging.

Redmi's upcoming K100 series may not include a Pro Max model. A new leak coming out of China suggests that Redmi has scrapped the Q11U model, which is said to be associated with the Redmi K100 Pro Max. The brand is said to be working on a new device, codenamed Q11X. It is expected to be launched alongside the standard Redmi K100 Pro.

Lenovo is once again entering the gaming smartphone category with the Lenovo Legion Y70 (2026). Ahead of launch, the company has been teasing several details about the upcoming handset, including its Snapdragon 8 series chipset and thermal management capabilities. The handset has now surfaced on a benchmarking platform, which sheds light on some of its other key specifications. The Lenovo Legion Y70 (2026) is expected to ship with up to 16GB of RAM.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra was launched in January 2025, and despite its successor being introduced in February this year, it continues to be one of the best smartphones you can buy. The handset still commands a premium price, despite being introduced more than a year and a half ago. Fortunately, various sales events throughout the year often reduce the Galaxy S25 Ultra's price to below what flagships typically cost today. The ongoing Amazon Great Summer Sale 2026 is one such avenue.

The Vivo X500 series has reportedly appeared on the IMEI database. The listing indicates that the handsets are currently under development. The screenshots suggest that the lineup will include Vivo X500, Vivo X500 Pro and Vivo X500e models. Vivo is expected to skip the X400 series due to tetraphobia. The Vivo X500 is tipped to come with a 6.37-inch panel, while the Vivo X500 Pro model could get a larger 6.83-inch display.

Sony will launch a new Xperia 1 series phone in Japan on May 13 at 11 am local time (7:30 pm IST), the Tokyo-based tech giant announced on Friday. The teaser suggests that the upcoming handset will feature a triple rear camera system, arranged in an inverted, upside-down formation. This is similar to the previously leaked design of the rumoured Sony Xperia 1 VIII. The handset was recently spotted on the Amazon website in Germany, revealing its price, key specifications, and features.

Itel Zeno 200 has been launched in India as the tech firm's latest Zeno series entrant. The handset is on sale in the country in a 4GB + 128GB RAM and storage configuration, and is offered in three colour options, dubbed Comet Orange, Meteor Titanium, and Nightly Blue. It is powered by an octa core Unisoc T7250 chipset, which is built on a 12nm process, delivering a peak clock speed of 1.8GHz. The Itel Zeno 200 carries a single 13-megapixel camera on the back with an f/1.85 aperture, which is paired with an infrared sensor.

Flipkart Summer Sale is now live for Flipkart Black and Plus members, the e-commerce platform revealed on Friday. On top of this, the company has also revealed deals on various electronics, including smartphones, smartwatches, true wireless stereos (TWS), air conditioners, refrigerators, washing machines, smart TVs, laptops, PC peripherals, and home appliances, from brands like Apple, Realme, Poco, Vivo, and Redmi. During the sale event, customers will be able to get their hands on the iPhone 17 at a discounted price of Rs. 71,900.