Google ने नया Android distribution डेटा जारी किया है, जिसमें सामने आया है कि 40 फीसदी से ज्यादा Android स्मार्टफोन्स अब नए मैलवेयर और स्पाइवेयर अटैक्स के खतरे में हैं। कंपनी के मुताबिक Android 12 और उससे पुराने वर्जन को अब क्रिटिकल सिक्योरिटी अपडेट नहीं मिलते। दिसंबर में कलेक्ट किए गए डेटा के अनुसार, सिर्फ करीब 58 फीसदी फोन ही फिलहाल सपोर्टेड Android वर्जन पर चल रहे हैं। Google ने यूजर्स को सलाह दी है कि अगर फोन Android 13 या उससे नए वर्जन पर अपडेट नहीं हो सकता, तो नए डिवाइस पर अपग्रेड करना बेहतर रहेगा।
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra could launch later this month. As the rumoured launch date is drawing closer, a new render of the phone has emerged, offering a clearer and more detailed look at the flagship. The leak shows the phone with a redesigned rear camera island housing four sensors. It has a hole-punch display design with more rounded corners. It is expected to be launched on February 25 alongside the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+ models.
The MediaTek Dimensity 9500s processor for flagship mobile devices was launched in the global markets in January, and the chipmaker has now confirmed that it will be available in India soon. During an event in New Delhi on Friday, MediaTek announced that several upcoming smartphones in the country will be powered by the aforementioned chipset, including the Oppo Find X9s, which is targeting a Q2 2026 launch. It is also reported to power one of the models in the purported Poco X8 series.
Oppo Find X9s series phones and the Find X9 Ultra have reportedly received SRRC and UFCS certifications in China, hinting at an imminent launch. The Oppo PMA110 model, believed to be the Find X9 Ultra, has appeared in the SRRC database, confirming support for cellular, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connectivity. It has also surfaced in UFCS listings alongside PMA120, which may offer satellite features. Oppo’s PME110 and PHM110 models are tipped as Find X9s variants.
Google has reportedly teased that its AirDrop interoperability could soon be expanded to support a wider range of Android smartphones. The Mountain View-based tech giant first announced cross-platform sharing between Android and iOS devices in November 2025 for the Pixel 10, enabling Android users to share files securely and wirelessly with iPhone owners, and vice versa, using both Quick Share and AirDrop.
A new leak hints that Apple is considering a larger battery in the iPhone 18 Pro Max. The Chinese version of the iPhone 18 Pro Max is tipped to feature a 5,000mAh battery. The battery capacity of the international variant of the phone could range between 5,100mAh and 5,200mAh. It is expected to come with a 2nm A20 Pro chip and a 6.86-inch LTPO display. The existing iPhone 17 Pro Max is believed to have a 5,088mAh battery.
Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra are reportedly scheduled to be launched by the smartphone maker in select global markets ahead of the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026, which starts on March 2 in Barcelona. While the company has yet to reveal the launch date, a Xiaomi executive recently confirmed that the Xiaomi 17 Ultra will be unveiled globally soon. Ahead of the debut, the renders of the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and standard model have been leaked. Separately, a tipster has shared the key specifications of the Xiaomi 17’s global variant.
Google Pixel 10a will be launched later this month. Just days before the official reveal, alleged renders of the phone leaked online. The renders show the phone in black, red, off-white, and lavender colour options, and they could be marketed as Obsidian, Berry, Fog, and Lavender, respectively. Google already teased the phone in a Lavender shade. It is expected to come with a 6.3-inch AMOLED display and the Tensor G4 chipset.
The iPhone 17e is widely rumoured to launch in 2026 as Apple’s next-generation affordable iPhone. While the company has yet to confirm the successor to the iPhone 16e, its launch date has now been leaked. According to a report, the purported handset could see the light of day as soon as February. The iPhone 17e is expected to have a similar overall design to its predecessor, with rumours that Dynamic Island could replace the notch dismissed.
Qualcomm announced the company’s financial performance in the first fiscal quarter of the year on Wednesday. While the company posted robust growth numbers and even surpassed market expectations, it set the lowered revenue expectations for the next quarter. During the Q1 2026 earnings call with investors and analysts, Akash Palkhiwala, Chief Financial Officer at Qualcomm, said several smartphone brands were looking to reduce the production of units.
Oppo Find X9s is tipped to be among the first smartphones in India to feature MediaTek’s new Dimensity 9500s chipset, built on a 3nm process for efficient flagship performance. The handset is reportedly targeting a Q2 2026 launch in India and other Asian markets. Leaks suggest it may offer a compact 6.3-inch 1.5K AMOLED 120Hz display, slimmer bezels, and a triple rear camera setup with 200-megapixel sensors. A near-7,000mAh battery and wireless charging are also expected.
iQOO Z11 5G and Z11 Lite 5G were launched last year. Now, rumours about the new Z lineup started appearing online. While iQOO is yet to confirm its existence, the iQOO Z11 5G and Z11 Lite 5G have reportedly been spotted in the IMEI database. The listing reveals the name and model number of the unannounced phones. The iQOO Z11 5G and Z11 Lite 5G are expected to offer improvements over the iQOO Z10 and iQOO Z10 Lite 5G models.
Oppo Reno 15c 5G is now on sale in India via Amazon in Afterglow Pink and Twilight Blue colour options. The new smartphone is sold in 8GB+256GB and 12GB+256GB RAM and storage configurations. Launched in India on January 8, the Oppo Reno 15c 5G is equipped with Qualcomm’s octa core Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset. The SoC is paired with an Adreno 710 GPU, up to 12GB of LPDDR4x RAM, and up to 512GB of UFS 3.1 onboard storage. It carries a triple rear camera setup, headlined by a 50-megapixel primary shooter.
Samsung Galaxy A07 5G has been launched in India. The new smartphone, which is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, packs a 6,000mAh battery. It supports 25W wired fast charging. The smartphone is currently on sale in the country via the Samsung India online store. It is offered in 4GB+129GB and 6GB+128GB RAM and storage configurations. The phone can be purchased in Light Violet, Light Green, and Black colour options. It features a dual rear camera setup, with a 50-megapixel primary shooter and a 2-megapixel depth sensor.
The iQOO 15R is set to be launched in India later this month. In the days leading up to the launch, the company has been revealing details about the latest addition to the flagship iQOO 15 lineup. The latest teaser from the Vivo sub-brand sheds light on the photography capabilities of the upcoming handset. The iQOO 15R is confirmed to be equipped with a 50-megapixel camera. Separately, the brand has announced a sneak peek session for the iQOO 15R.
Oppo K14 Turbo and Oppo K14 Turbo Pro will be launched by the smartphone maker in China in April, a tipster claims. The two phones are expected to be powered by the flagship octa core MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset, which is built on a 3nm process. The Oppo K14 Turbo series is said to go on sale in China in 12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB, and 16GB+512GB RAM and storage configurations. Both handsets could be available in white, gray, pink, and forged carbon (translated from Chinese) colourways.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra could soon be available in global markets. The company has not yet revealed the launch date. However, a new leak has surfaced online, giving us a closer look at its design language. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra was released in China in December last year with a 6.9-inch AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, Leica-branded cameras and a 6,800mAh battery. The global variant is rumoured to feature a 6,000mAh battery.
Vivo X300 Ultra will be launched soon with a quad rear camera setup, according to a tipster. The phone is said to feature a 200-megapixel primary camera on the back, along with a 200-megapixel telephoto shooter, a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera, and a 5-megapixel camera for improved colour accuracy. On the front, it might sport a 50-megapixel selfie camera with auto-focus. The rumoured handset will reportedly be backed by a 7,000mAh battery with support for 100W wired and 40W wireless fast charging.
Realme P4 Power 5G is now on sale in India with prices starting at Rs. 25,999. It features a 10,001mAh silicon-carbon battery with 80W fast charging, a 144Hz curved 1.5K display, and a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra chipset. The handset offers up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, a 50-megapixel Sony main camera with OIS, vapour chamber cooling, and an IP66+IP68+IP69-rated durable build. Launch offers are available across online and offline channels.
The Samsung Galaxy S26 series is expected to go official later this month as the company’s next-generation flagship lineup. In recent weeks, the rumour mill has suggested that the top-of-the-line Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra could be equipped with built-in magnets that add 25W Qi2 wireless charging support. A tipster, however, claims that while the purported Galaxy handset will support wireless charging via magnets, it will be through magnetic cases and not built-in magnets.
Vivo V70 series, which will include the Vivo V70 Elite and the standard Vivo V70, will be launched in India on February 19. Moreover, the tech firm claims that the smartphones will feature the narrowest bezels, measuring 1.25mm, in the under Rs. 50,000 price segment. The Vivo V70 Elite is confirmed to be powered by a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset. Meanwhile, the standard Vivo V70 will feature a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC. The series is confirmed to go on sale in India via Amazon, Flipkart, and the Vivo online store.
Apple released the release candidate (RC) versions of the upcoming iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 updates recently. It is said to include references to a pair of unreleased chips that are in the M5 family. It reportedly contains mentions of the M5 Max chip. The code also references what appears to be the M5 Ultra, and it could be used in the Mac Studio. Apple is expected to launch upgraded MacBook Pro models with new chips later this month or next month.
Honor’s Magic V6 has been spotted on China’s 3C certification database, offering a new clue about its charging capabilities. The listing shows a 120W fast charger, suggesting the foldable may support up to 120W wired charging, although the company could restrict it to a lower rate. The certification is said to include two variants, one standard model and another with BeiDou-3 satellite messaging. The Magic V6 is set to launch at MWC Barcelona on March 1 with a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC, a large battery, and upgraded cameras.
Xiaomi’s magnetic modular lens system for phones was first teased as a concept at MWC 2025. While Xiaomi remain tightlipped about its launch, a new leak says it has entered the mass-production planning phase. It is said to arrive later this year. The Xiaomi Modular Optical System integrates the optical capabilities of a professional camera with the computational photography ability of a mobile phone. It features an all-6G aspherical lens assembly with a f/1.4 large aperture combined with a 35mm focal length. Users can attach the lens to their phone, and then they can experience the plug-and-play camera powered by Xiaomi AISP.
Foldable smartphones launching in 2026 may introduce next-generation “multispectral” stylus support, according to tipster Smart Pikachu on Weibo. Honor’s Magic V6 is set to debut in March, alongside the expected launch of the Oppo Find N6, with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC, around 7,000mAh batteries, and 200-megapixel main cameras.
Samsung is collaborating with another South Korea-based tech firm, Nota AI, to build a new AI-powered image generator feature, dubbed EdgeFusion, a tipster claims. The tech giant reportedly plans to integrate the EdgeFusion into its upcoming Samsung Galaxy S26 lineup, which could include the standard Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. The new flagship Galaxy S series phones will reportedly be launched by the company on February 25, while going on sale in March. However, the company has yet to confirm the launch and other details about the phones.
Apple recently released iOS 26.2.1 for iPhone, and while it added a key new feature, it is said to be causing some problems as well. The update brought support for the second-generation AirTag alongside fixes for several bugs, but users are facing system crashes and connectivity issues on their iPhone units since updating to the latest software version. The Cupertino-based tech giant, however, is yet to acknowledge the issue.
The Google Pixel 10a will be launched in India and the global markets later this month, the company announced on Wednesday. It is anticipated to arrive as the successor to the Pixel 9a, which debuted in March 2025. Amid a myriad of leaks that hinted towards the design of the upcoming handset, the Mountain View-based tech giant has taken the wraps off the phone. The Pixel 10a will feature an identical design to its predecessor and be available in a blue colourway.
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series may launch at higher prices in Europe, according to a new report. The lineup is expected to debut on February 25, with sales likely from March 11. Leaked pricing suggests increases for most models, including the Galaxy S26 and S26+, while the Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB may retain its predecessor’s price. Higher storage variants could cost more, and Samsung may drop 128GB options in Europe. Pre-order and carrier deals may offset increases.
Vivo V70 Elite has been spotted on the Geekbench benchmarking platform, giving a peek at what it might offer in terms of performance. The handset is listed on the website with the V2548 model number. This comes soon after the company confirmed that the Vivo V70 Elite and the Vivo V70 will be launched in India soon. The Elite model will be powered by a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, while the standard version will be equipped with a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC.
Oppo Find N6 appears to be the next entrant in the brand's book-style foldable smartphone series. Ahead of the official launch, the phone was spotted in an NBTC listing. It was spotted with model number CPH2765. The listing shows that the smartphone supports GSM, WCDMA, LTE, and NR networks. It is tipped to come with an 8.12-inch LTPO UTG inner display and a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.
iQOO 15 Ultra has been launched in China as the latest addition to the Chinese smartphone maker’s flagship smartphone lineup. The new handset is scheduled to go on sale in the country on February 6 via the Vivo China online store. It is offered in two distinct colourways, dubbed 2077 (Black) and 2049 (Silver). The phone is powered by Qualcomm’s flagship octa core Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, which is built on a 3nm process. It is backed by a 7,400mAh battery. It features support for 100W wired and 40W wireless fast charging.
The Tecno Pova Curve 2 5G is confirmed to be launched in India as the successor to the Pova Curve 5G, which was introduced in May 2025. Ahead of its anticipated debut, the company has officially announced the launch date of the upcoming handset, while also revealing its design. It has a redesigned camera island that leans more towards the unit on the Tecno Pova 7, rather than its predecessor, in terms of appearance. The Tecno Pova Curve 2 is teased in three colour options.
The Samsung Galaxy S26 series is expected to be launched in India and the global markets this month. While the company has yet to confirm the handsets, the top-of-the-line Galaxy S26 Ultra has been sighted on a benchmarking website, which hints towards its imminent debut. The listing also reveals some of its key specifications. The purported Samsung handset is expected to arrive with Qualcomm’s flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, running on Android 16.
Google is said to be working on new agentic features for Gemini. The APK teardown of the Google app version 17.4 beta reportedly reveals a new Gemini agentic feature known as “Get tasks done with Gemini". The Labs feature is reportedly shown with strings explaining that “Gemini can help with tasks, like placing orders or booking rides, using screen automation on certain apps on your device.”
Samsung may be preparing a global launch for a new foldable smartphone expected to debut as the Galaxy Wide Fold. A new report says that multiple SM-F971 variants have appeared in the GSMA IMEI database, suggesting launch across several regions. The device is believed to be a wider Galaxy Z Fold variant planned for 2026, with a larger, squarer display. Other reports suggest Samsung could produce up to one million units and launch it alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8 later this year.
OnePlus Nord 6 will be launched globally in April, according to a tipster. The handset was earlier reported to arrive in select countries in March. However, the Chinese smartphone maker appears to have postponed the unveiling by a month due to unspecified reasons. Separately, the rumoured Nord 6 has been spotted on the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) certification database with the CPH2795 model number, hinting at an imminent arrival in select global markets. However, the company has yet to reveal whether the phone will be unveiled in India or not.
The iPhone 18 lineup may not see any significant design changes this year. A Chinese tipster states that the design of the new iPhone models will remain largely unchanged, with Apple sticking to a familiar overall look. The company is said to focus on optimisation of the chipsets for the iPhone 18 series. Apple is expected to launch the iPhone 18 Pro models in September this year. The standard iPhone 18 could launch later.
The Samsung Galaxy S26 series is rumoured to be launched later this month, comprising the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. Although the South Korean tech conglomerate is yet to confirm the arrival of its next-generation Galaxy S models, it has released a set of teaser videos that are believed to hint at the photography capabilities of the purported handsets. Samsung has teased improved zoom, low-light imaging and video capture on the Galaxy S26 models.
Samsung is planning to manufacture 3.5 million units of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 before the smartphone's anticipated launch in the second half of this year, according to a report. On the other hand, the South Korean tech giant might manufacture 3 million units of the Galaxy Z Flip 8, nearly 5,00,000 units less than the company's book-style foldable. Samsung has reportedly decided to do so as it anticipates the demand for the purported Galaxy Z Fold 8 to be higher.
Sony appears to be working on its next generation of Xperia smartphones. The upcoming lineup is expected to include two models — Sony Xperia 1 VIII and Xperia 10 VIII. Both handsets have now surfaced on a certification website, which hints towards their imminent launch in the global markets. Reports suggest that the Xperia 1 VIII could be powered by the flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, while the Xperia 10 VIII may arrive as a mid-range model.
Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G and Note 15 Pro 5G are now available for purchase in India, the Chinese smartphone maker announced on Wednesday. The two handsets are on sale in the country via the Xiaomi India online store, Amazon, and select offline retail stores. While the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G is offered in Carbon Black, Coffee Mocha, and Mirage Blue colourways, the Note 15 Pro 5G is sold in Carbon Black, Mirage Blue, and Silver Ash shades. Both handsets sport 6.83-inch AMOLED displays.
A Russian retailer has allegedly listed the Galaxy S26 Ultra, revealing its design and colour options. The renders show the handset in four shades. The renders show the Galaxy S26 Ultra with a hole-punch display with slimmer bezels and rounded corners compared to the Galaxy S25 Ultra. It has a redesigned rear camera island. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to be unveiled on February 25 alongside the Galaxy S26 and the Galaxy S26+.
Oppo Find X10 series is expected to be launched by the Chinese smartphone maker later this year. While the rumoured unveiling of the lineup is months away, leaks regarding its specifications and features have started surfacing online. Recently, a report highlighted that the Oppo Find X10 Pro will be equipped with a 200-megapixel primary camera and a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera on the back. Now, a tipster has leaked information about the chipsets of the rumoured Find X10 series. The standard model is said to feature a MediaTek Dimensity 9500+ SoC, while the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 series chips might power the Find X10 Pro models.
An alleged image of the global variant of Xiaomi 17 Ultra surfaced on X. The leaked render of the handset reveals the phone in a white shade with the model number 2512BPNDAG. It has a large circular rear camera module with Leica branding. The camera module has dual LED flash and large sensors. The design of the phone is similar to the model launched in China in December last year.
Vivo’s upcoming Vivo X300e and Vivo X Fold 6 have been spotted on the GSMA IMEI database, according to a new report, suggesting active development. The Vivo X300e is expected to join the X300 lineup as a more affordable flagship option, similar to earlier FE and T models. Meanwhile, multiple listings for the Vivo X Fold 6 suggest different regional variants. While specifications remain unknown, earlier leaks hint at a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip for the foldable.
Apple introduced the iPhone 17 series during its annual launch event in September 2025, and among the myriad of upgrades was a new selfie camera that utilises a square sensor. A tipster claims that Oppo and Huawei could adopt and implement this imaging technology in their upcoming smartphones. While the former is expected to introduce it with its next-generation flagship lineup, the latter may bring it to photography-centric mid-handsets, too.
Motorola Razr 70, the smartphone maker’s purported foldable handset, has been spotted on the UAE’s TDRA certification database, a tipster claims. The phone was reportedly spotted on the website with the XT2657-8 model number. While the listing does not reveal any other details about the foldable, the development suggests that Motorola’s rumoured foldable smartphone could be launched soon in select global markets. This comes soon after multiple Motorola handsets, including the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion, Razr 70 Ultra, Moto G17, and Moto G67, reportedly received regulatory approval in the UAE.
Redmi K90 Ultra will be launched by the Xiaomi sub-brand with an 8,500mAh or larger battery, a tipster claims. The Chinese smartphone maker will reportedly equip the rumoured handset with an octa core MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset, instead of Qualcomm’s octa core 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset found on the existing Redmi K90 lineup. Earlier, the Redmi K90 Ultra was expected to be unveiled with a 10,000mAh cell. However, the latest leak claim contradicts this. The phone is said to be the third addition to the tech firm’s Redmi K90 lineup.
Oppo Find X10 Pro will be equipped with two 200-megapixel cameras on the back, a tipster claims. The rumoured smartphone is said to feature a 200-megapixel primary camera with a 1/1.3-inch sensor, along with a 200-megapixel telephoto periscope camera with a 1/1.3-inch sensor. This would be a notable upgrade over the Oppo Find X9 Pro's 50-megapixel primary shooter, featuring a 1/1.28-inch sensor. However, the Chinese smartphone maker has yet to confirm the launch of the handset.
Vivo X300 series will reportedly get two more smartphones, dubbed Vivo X300 Max and Vivo X300 Ultra, after the Chinese Spring Festival. This means that the handsets could be unveiled by the tech firm after March 3. However, the company has yet to confirm that these rumoured models are in development. In terms of specifications, the Vivo X300 Ultra is expected to sport a 6.82-inch 2K BOE flat LTPO display. It could be powered by a 3nm octa core Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, paired with a 7,000mAh battery.
