The ZTE Blade V80 Vita could launch soon. Ahead of the official announcement, an alleged render of the phone surfaced online. The ZTE Blade V80 Vita could draw design inspirations from Apple's latest iPhone 17 series. The phone is shown in a blue colour option with a triple rear camera setup

Honor Win and Honor Win RT were launched in China on Friday. They were launched in three colour options, with up to 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of onboard storage. They feature a 6.83-inch display and a 10,000mAh battery. They run on Snapdragon chipsets and a 50-megapixel selfie shooter. Honor Win has a triple rear camera unit, while the Win RT model has dual rear cameras.

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold was launched in select global markets last month as the first triple-foldable foldable smartphone from the South Korean tech conglomerate. While Samsung claims it to be highly sturdy, a recent durability test of the smartphone carried out by a popular YouTuber suggests that it may not be able to withstand as much abuse as the Galaxy Z Fold 7, with the screen giving way during the bend test.

iQOO Z11 Turbo is now available for pre-order in China via the Vivo online store, the company has announced. The listing of the phone reveals the design of its back panel. The handset is shown with a square-shaped rear camera module, housing a dual camera unit. The power button and volume controls appear on the right side of the frame. Separately, the iQOO Product Manager has confirmed various details about the upcoming handset, including its price range, chipset, display, and camera configuration.

Honor Power 2 has surfaced on Geekbench, revealing a MediaTek Dimensity 8500 chipset, 12GB RAM, and Android 16 with MagicOS 10. The benchmark scores suggest only modest gains over the Dimensity 8400. Design leaks, shared by a Chinese tipster, show a rear layout similar to Apple’s latest iPhone Pro models. The phone is tipped to feature a 6.79-inch 1.5K OLED display, a massive 10,000mAh battery with 80W charging, and could launch in China in January 2026.

OnePlus Turbo series will be launched soon in China, the smartphone maker announced on Thursday via a social media post. Additionally, the lineup is now available for pre-order in the country via the Oppo China online store. Other details about the upcoming handset, including its key specifications, exact launch date, features, pricing, and colourways, remain under wraps. This comes soon after the purported live images of the OnePlus Turbo surfaced online.

Motorola’s upcoming flagship smartphone has appeared on China’s 3C certification database, confirming 90W wired fast charging and a China launch. The device, listed as XT2603-1, is tipped to debut as the Motorola X70 Ultra in China and launch globally as the Edge 70 Ultra. Previous listings suggest Android 16, a Snapdragon 7+ Gen 5 chipset, and up to 16GB RAM. The listing also aligns with Flipkart’s recent teaser for Motorola’s premium Signature series in India.

The Poco M8 5G is expected to be launched in India soon, as part of the latest M8 lineup that may also comprise a Pro variant. Ahead of its anticipated debut, the Xiaomi subsidiary has teased the design of the upcoming handset and confirmed its availability. It appears to have a similarly designed rear camera deco as the upcoming Redmi Note 15 5G. The teaser suggests that the Poco M8 5G will debut with a 50-megapixel AI camera system.

Realme 16 Pro 5G is confirmed to launch in India on January 6, 2026, alongside the Realme 16 Pro+ 5G. Leading up to its much-anticipated launch, the company has been teasing the key specifications of the smartphone. Now, the tech firm has confirmed that the Realme 16 Pro 5G will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Max 5G chipset, paired with a 7,000mAh Titan Battery. It is also confirmed to sport a 1.5K resolution AMOLED display, delivering up to 144Hz refresh rate.

The iPhone 18 series is expected to be the first to use US-made camera sensors, adding Samsung’s Austin, Texas, foundry to Apple’s supply chain, previously dominated by Sony in Japan. Reports suggest the shift may favour the Pro models. The South Korean tech giant has reportedly started looking for project managers for the fab, and production could begin in March 2026.

Apple may launch the iPhone Air 2 earlier than expected, according to a tipster, who claims the handset will debut at Apple’s 2026 fall event in early September. The claim contradicts reports suggesting a delay to 2027. The leaker also says the iPhone 17e is already in mass production for a spring launch. The iPhone Air 2 is expected to add a second rear camera and other refinements, as Apple continues to explore slim phone designs despite mixed market response.

Xiaomi 17 could be making its debut in the Indian market soon. The details are yet to be officially announced by Xiaomi. The purported Indian variant of the handset has been allegedly spotted on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) website. The Xiaomi 17 was launched in China in September. It runs on Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, paired with up to 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of storage.

Samsung appears to be gearing up for the release of the Galaxy A07 5G. The unannounced smartphone has appeared in multiple certifications previously and has now been spotted at Brazil's National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel). The listing confirms the battery capacity of the phone. The battery capacity may be larger than that of its predecessor. Samsung released the 4G variant of Galaxy A07 in India in October.

Motorola has teased a new premium Signature smartphone series in India through an app-only Flipkart microsite. The teaser uses Motorola’s batwing logo and Pantone colour cues and asks users to return on December 28 for more details. The move follows leaked renders of a device codenamed Urus, which were earlier rumoured to be the Edge 70 Ultra. Reports suggest a flagship phone with a 6.7-inch 1.5K OLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, and triple 50-megapixel rear cameras.

OnePlus Turbo is expected to be launched in China soon as a new gaming-focused smartphone. Ahead of its anticipated debut, live images of the upcoming model have surfaced, revealing its design and key specifications. It carries a familiar rear camera layout, with the square-ish deco at the top-left corner. The OnePlus Turbo appears to have a glossy rear panel, which hints towards a potentially aggressive pricing.

Xiaomi 17 Ultra has been launched in China as the successor to the company’s Xiaomi 15 Ultra. The handset joins the tech firm’s flagship lineup, which includes the standard Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro, and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max. The new smartphone will soon go on sale in the country via the Xiaomi China online store in distinct colourways. It features a Leica-tuned rear camera unit, headlined by a 50-megapixel primary shooter and a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is set to be launched in China today, December 25. It is expected to arrive as the top-of-the-line model in the Xiaomi 17 series, which already comprises the Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro, and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max. The company has been revealing several details about the smartphone in the days leading up to its launch. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is confirmed to debut with a Leica-tuned triple rear camera system.

Red Magic 11 Air will be launched soon in China, a company executive has confirmed. The smartphone will be the third phone in the lineup, which currently includes the Red Magic 11 Pro and Red Magic 11 Pro+. It will be unveiled in the country as the successor to the Red Magic 10 Air, which was unveiled in April. The smartphone is tipped to be powered by Qualcomm's octa core Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. It is said to feature an active cooling fan, too.

Samsung is reportedly planning to expand smartphone display manufacturing in India after applying for incentives under the government’s PLI scheme. The company is expected to move beyond device assembly and increase local value addition at its Noida facility, its largest smartphone manufacturing plant globally. Samsung reportedly does not plan to shift production from Vietnam but may add new capacity in India as demand grows. The company is also said to be open to sourcing chips locally and sees India as a key export and growth hub.

Realme 16 Pro+ 5G and the Realme 16 Pro 5G are scheduled to launch in India on January 6, 2026, as the latest additions to the company's lineup. Weeks before its unveiling in the country, purported images of its Realme 16 Pro+ 5G have surfaced online, revealing its box price in India, dimensions, and display size. Soon after its debut, the phone will be available for purchase via Flipkart and the Realme India online store. It is confirmed to feature a triple rear camera unit, headlined by a 200-megapixel main shooter.

OnePlus Nord 6 could launch soon globally, as the rumoured smartphone has been spotted on the SIRIM certification website in Malaysia. The handset is expected to be the rebranded version of the OnePlus Ace 6. It is said to be powered by last year's flagship octa core Snapdragon 8 Elite chip from Qualcomm. The handset might carry a dual rear camera setup, featuring a 50-megapixel primary shooter.

Apple is reportedly exploring new deals with RAM suppliers as the price of the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air's 12GB LPDDR5x RAM has increased exponentially. Primarily sourced from Samsung, the RAM was initially priced between $25 (about Rs. 2,200) and $29 (about Rs. 2,600) per unit when the “initial contract” was signed between Apple and Samsung, a tech blogger claims. However, the same now costs $70 (roughly Rs. 6,300) per unit, representing a jump of more than 230 percent.

Apple has been rumoured to be developing a foldable iPhone for years now. Leaks have suggested that the purported handset could finally see the light of day in 2026. According to a recent YouTube video involving a breakdown of its CAD renders, the book-style foldable, ubiquitously known as the iPhone Fold, could adopt a wide-display design. While it may lean closer to the Google Pixel Fold’s proportions, the iPhone Fold could feature a noticeably minimal screen crease.

The Oppo K15 Turbo Pro is tipped to debut with a new MediaTek Dimensity 9500s chipset, according to a fresh leak, and not previously suggested Snapdragon processors. The phone is said to retain its gaming focus, with a 6.78-inch 1.5K LTPS OLED display, a 50-megapixel main camera, a large battery, and a built-in active cooling fan. The leak also suggests Oppo may expand fan cooling to cheaper models, though final specifications remain unclear.

Samsung has reportedly cancelled the Galaxy S26 Edge, signalling a pullback from ultra-thin smartphones after weak demand in 2025. Poor sales of the Galaxy S25 Edge and Apple’s iPhone Air suggest buyers prefer better battery life, cameras, and performance over slim designs. The S25 Edge faced criticism for its small battery and missing telephoto camera. With Apple also scaling back its ultra-thin plans and Samsung lacking silicon-carbon batteries, both companies appear to be prioritising practicality over extreme thinness.

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold was launched in select global markets last month as the company’s first triple foldable smartphone. Questions were raised about its durability due to the existence of triple screens and their hinge mechanisms, although Samsung said that it had undergone a rigorous testing process. A South Korea-based YouTube channel put the company’s claims to the test by putting the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold through a fold test, where its hinge began to give way at about 1.4 lakh folds.

Xiaomi 17 Ultra will be launched by the Chinese smartphone maker on December 25. The smartphone will be the fourth model in the tech firm’s flagship smartphone lineup. The company has already teased the design and a few camera specifications of the upcoming handset. A day before its much-anticipated debut, the smartphone maker has announced that it will also launch a Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition. Separately, a tipster has revealed that the handset will feature a zoom feature.

OnePlus Turbo is tipped to feature a custom 1.5K LTPS display from BOE with a 165Hz refresh rate, according to tipster Digital Chat Station. The screen is said to use a self-developed Display P3 lite chip and flagship-grade luminescent materials to improve colour accuracy, reduce power consumption, and extend lifespan. It may also support high-frequency PWM dimming for better eye protection and slim bezels, making it a standout BOE display in its price segment.

Oppo is gearing up to introduce several new smartphones early next year, including a foldable and a flagship model. A tipster has now leaked the launch timeline of two of the anticipated devices, whose launches have reportedly been accelerated by the company. The Oppo Find N6 has been rumoured to be in development for some time, and could debut in China before the Chinese New Year. It is tipped to be followed by the Find X9 Ultra.

HMD Pulse 2 could be in the works, according to details shared by a tipster. Ahead of any official announcement, the key specifications of the phone have leaked online. The HMD Pulse 2 is said to feature a 6.7-inch display. It could run on a Unisoc T7250 chipset and houses a 5,000mAh battery with support for 20W fast charging. It is expected to come with upgrades over the standard HMD Pulse.

Honor Win series is set to launch in China on December 26. Ahead of the unveiling, a tipster has shared the camera specifications of the upcoming Honor Win and Win RT. The design of the phones was recently unveiled. The Honor Win is teased to sport a triple rear camera unit, housed inside a rectangle-shaped module. On the other hand, the Win RT appears with a dual rear camera setup. The standard model is expected to be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC.

Oppo Reno 15 series India launch date and price range have leaked online. An additional leak gives us details about the European pricing and specifications of the phones. Oppo recently teased the arrival of the Reno 15 Pro, Reno 15 Pro Mini and Reno 15 in India. They will go on sale through Flipkart in the country.

Xiaomi 17 Ultra and Poco X8 Pro have reportedly appeared on Singapore’s IMDA certification database, suggesting their global variants are nearing launch. The listings confirm 5G support along with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and NFC connectivity on both devices. The Poco X8 Pro is also tipped to support reverse wireless charging. The IMDA appearance hints at a Singapore launch, while the Poco X8 Pro has already received BIS, SGS, and EEC certifications, pointing to a broader international rollout.

Google has activated its Emergency Location Service (ELS) in India for compatible Android devices. Uttar Pradesh has become state in the country to operationalise the functionality by integrating it with its 112 emergency number. Android users can send their "precise" location to emergency service providers by calling or texting the number. The feature uses GPS, Wi-Fi, and cellular network data to figure out a user's location.

Apple on Monday released the iOS 26.3 Beta update for iPhone to developers and beta testers. It includes fixes for bugs and software issues that users have experienced in previous iterations. The most notable change, however, concerns third-party accessories, in compliance with the EU’s Digital Markets Act. As per a report, the update streamlines the process of pairing wearables like wireless earphones and smartwatches to iPhone and iPad, while also enabling notification support.

Leaked software code suggests Samsung plans major camera upgrades for its next mid-range phones, the Galaxy A37 and Galaxy A57. A new report says both phones may use a new 50-megapixel main camera with a larger 1/1.56-inch sensor, improving low-light performance. The Galaxy A57 is tipped to get a better 13-megapixel ultra-wide camera, while the A37 uses an 8-megapixel unit. The phones could launch in early 2026.

Motorola Edge 70 was recently launched in India by the tech firm. The handset is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, which is paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Soon after its launch, the handset is now available for purchase in the country via Flipkart and Motorola India online store in three Pantone-curated colourways and a single storage option. It carries a triple rear camera setup, paired with an LED flash. The phone packs a 5,000mAh silicon carbon battery and supports 68W wired and 15W wireless fast charging.

Realme 16 Pro+ 5G and Realme 16 Pro 5G will launch in India next month. Now, Realme has announced that the Realme Buds Air 8 earphones will be launched alongside the smartphones. Both phones are confirmed to come with a 200-megapixel main rear camera. The Realme 16 Pro+ 5G will include a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera. They will run on Realme UI 7.0 based on Android 16.

Samsung Galaxy S26 series, which is expected to include the standard Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and the Galaxy S26 Ultra, could be launched in global markets in February 2026. While its key specifications remain under wraps, it is widely expected to be powered by the South Korean tech giant's flagship Exynos 2600 chipset, which is built on a 3nm process. Now, a report states that the phones might not arrive with reduced power efficiency, as the Exynos 2600 SoC does not ship with an integrated modem.

Oppo Reno 15 FS 5G could be inching towards its launch. Ahead of the official reveal, it has appeared on an e-commerce website in Europe, along with price and specifications. It has a 6.57-inch AMOLED screen and a Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset. It is listed with 8GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. The listing shows the phone with a triple rear camera unit, headlined by a 50-megapixel primary sensor. It has a 6,500mAh battery.

Xiaomi 17 Ultra has surfaced with new camera details ahead of its December 25 China launch. Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun revealed that the phone will feature a Leica 1-inch Light and Shadow Master main camera using the Light and Shadow Hunter 1050L sensor with LOFIC ultra-high dynamic range technology for improved low-light photos and videos. The handset will also include a Leica-backed 200-megapixel optical zoom telephoto lens offering true optical output from 75mm to 100mm.

OnePlus Turbo is rumoured to be launched in China soon as part of a new gaming-focused lineup. Ahead of its anticipated debut, key specifications of the purported handset have surfaced. According to a tipster, it will sport a BOE-sourced 165Hz flat display. The OnePlus Turbo may be powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip, coupled with up to 16GB of RAM. The purported OnePlus handset was also listed on a benchmarking site, hinting towards its performance capabilities.

The Realme Narzo 90x 5G will be available for purchase in India beginning today, December 23. The handset was launched in the country on December 16, alongside the Realme Narzo 90 5G. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, paired with up to 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM, and up to 128GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage. The Realme Narzo 90x 5G sports a 6.80-inch LCD screen with a 144Hz refresh rate.

Samsung kicked off the One UI 8.5 beta 2 programme for the Galaxy S25 series earlier this month. Now, the company is rolling out the second beta update. This new build brings multiple bug fixes, addresses system glitches and improves overall stability and performance. The update addresses forced closures of multiple third-party apps.

Huawei Nova 15 series, including the Nova 15, Nova 15 Ultra, and Nova 15 Pro, has been launched in China. Currently available for purchase through the Huawei China online store, the phones are offered in three colourways. All phones are powered by Kirin chipsets and run on Harmony OS 6.0. The SoC on the Ultra model is paired with up to 1TB of RAM. The standard Nova 15 carries a triple rear camera setup, headlined by a 50-megapixel main shooter.

According to a tipster, OnePlus is developing a new smartphone for both India and the global markets, powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor. The mystery handset is tipped to have the codename ‘Volkswagen’, and its specifications match the leaked information about the OnePlus Turbo, which is expected to debut China soon.

Oppo Reno 15 series is set to launch in India soon. Ahead of its debut, the company has revealed the names of the models that will be included in the lineup, along with their specifications and colourways. The upcoming Reno 15 series is confirmed to include the Reno 15 Pro Mini, Reno 15 Pro, and Reno 15. Moreover, a dedicated microsite for the upcoming smartphones has gone live on Flipkart, confirming their availablity via the e-commerce platform.

Apple is expected to debut its first foldable iPhone in 2026, and Samsung is reportedly gearing up to counter it with a wider version of the Galaxy Z Fold, called the “Wide Fold.” Samsung Wide Fold will reportedly feature a 7.6-inch inner display. It is tipped to support 25W wireless charging. The display and dimensions of the Samsung Wide Fold are said to be similar to the rumoured dimensions of the iPhone Fold.

Samsung Galaxy S26 series, including the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra, will reportedly launch globally, including in India, in February next year. While the company has yet to schedule its Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event for its launch, rumours regarding the same have been surfacing online for a while. Now, two tipsters have separately shared that the company is planning to bring the Galaxy S26 series to market in March 2026, while launching it in February next year.

OnePlus 15R has gone on sale in India after its launch last week, with prices starting at Rs. 47,999. The smartphone features a 6.83-inch 165Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, and a 50-megapixel Sony primary camera with OIS. It packs a 7,400mAh battery with 80W fast charging and runs on Android 16-based OxygenOS 16 out of the box. Buyers can avail bank discounts, EMI options, and added warranty benefits.

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra is rumoured to be launched in China soon as the top-of-the-line model in the Find X9 series. Details about its camera system have now been leaked. According to a tipster, the upcoming flagship will feature a quad rear camera setup, headlined by dual 200-megapixel cameras. The Oppo Find X9 Ultra is said to be equipped with a 200-megapixel primary camera and a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto lens.