AI+ is set to launch its Pulse and Nova 5G smartphones today in India, with the event being livestreamed on YouTube. The phones will be available for purchase via Flipkart. Both models are confirmed to pack a 5,000mAh battery and 50-megapixel rear cameras. The Nova 5G is expected to be powered by the Unisoc T8200 chipset.
Vivo V60 is expected to be nearing its release as it has been spotted on the Malaysian SIRIM certification website and the TUV website. It appeared with model number V2511. The TUV listing suggests 90W fast charging support on the phone. It is speculated to debut as a modified version of the Vivo S30.
During Amazon's Prime Day 2025 sale, which will last from July 12 to July 14, several iQOO smartphones will be available at discounted prices. The flagship iQOO 13 can be bought at Rs. 52,999 for the base 12GB + 256GB option. The iQOO Neo 10 and Neo 10R will start at Rs. 26,999 and Rs. 23,499, respectively, for their 8GB + 128GB variants. All prices include bank offers and other coupon discounts.
Swiggy Instamart announced on Tuesday that it has partnered with Reliance Jio to offer 10-minute delivery of Jio mobile phones across 95 cities in India. As part of the tie-up, customers can now order the JioBharat V4 and JioPhone Prima 2 directly via the quick-commerce platform.
Oppo Reno 14 has been launched in a new Sun and Moonlight colour option in China. This new variant has a two-way temperature-sensitive rear panel that lets it change its colour. It shows Sunlight Orange shade or Moonlight Silver shade in different temperature conditions. The Reno 14 is equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chipset.
Samsung Galaxy S FE models have always been the gateway device for buyers wanting to get a taste of Samsung’s premium smartphone features. The Galaxy S24 FE did just that with a premium design, a capable processor and cameras, all enhanced by plenty of new AI tricks. However, Samsung wants to add some upgrades this time around and a new report points to the use of a premium-grade display on the Galaxy S25 FE.
During the upcoming Amazon Prime Day 2025 sale, the OnePlus 13 will be available at a significantly discounted price. Besides the general discount, shoppers can avail of bank-based offers and exchange discounts. The OnePlus 13 was launched in January at a starting price tag of Rs. 69,999.
OnePlus Nord 5 and OnePlus Nord CE 5 have been launched in India. Both new smartphones run on Android 15 and include AI features that first arrived on the OnePlus 13s. The OnePlus Nord 5 features the new programmable Plus Key, which replaces the alert slider. Both models come with a 50-megapixel rear camera, a colour-coordinated TPU cover, and an 80W charger in the box.
Honor X70 will be launched in China on July 15 and is currently up for pre-order in China. It will come with an 8,300mAh battery with support for 80W wired fast charging. The new phone is expected to offer upgrades over Honor X60. The existing model offers a 5,800mAh battery with 35W charging support.
AI+ Pulse and AI+ Nova 5G smartphones were launched in India on Tuesday. The handsets are the first to run on NxtQuantum's NxtQ OS, which is said to store user data in MeitY-approved (Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology) Google Cloud servers. The company claims that the operating system was entirely built in India and is based on Android 15.
Nothing sub-brand CMF is relocating its global marketing operations to India. The company is actively hiring for various marketing roles, including project and PR managers, and social media producers, in Gurgaon. Nothing and CMF products are already being assembled in the country, and the company's co-founder said India is CMF's "most important market".
Samsung is upgrading its on-device and cross-device security in Galaxy devices running One UI 8 to better protect user data and the artificial intelligence (AI) apps that contain sensitive data, such as user preferences and routines. The company is also looking towards the future and improving its Secure Wi-Fi to ensure quantum hacking attempts can be curbed.
Google's Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold models could go official next month. A new leak has now suggested the colourways and storage details of the phones. The Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL are said to start at 128GB, while the Pixel 10 Pro Fold could start at 256GB. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold could come in two colourways.
Tecno is expected to unveil its Phantom Ultimate G Fold Concept tri-fold smartphone in mid-July, shortly after Samsung's anticipated Galaxy G Fold launch on July 9. Leaked images of the former show both side panels folding inward, unlike Tecno’s previous tri-fold concept. The design features a silver matte frame and a horizontal camera module, resembling the Pixel 9 series. While only a concept, the device highlights Tecno’s innovation efforts.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, and Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE have been listed on a retailer's website, according to a tipster. These listings appear to confirm earlier leaks, indicating the Z Fold 7 will feature a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, while the Z Flip 7 is rumoured to pack an Exynos 2500 processor. Read on to know more about these upcoming handsets.
Realme 15 5G and 15 Pro 5G will be unveiled in India on July 24 at 7pm IST, the company revealed in a press release. The Pro variant will come in Flowing Silver, Silk Purple, and Velvet Green colourways. While both models appear to have triple rear cameras, the base model may have a dual setup with a decorative third slot. The phones will feature AI tools like AI Edit Genie and AI Party for enhanced photo editing and real-time camera adjustments.
Apple on Monday released iOS 26 Beta 3 for iPhone. The latest update brings several visual tweaks over the previous iteration that was introduced in June. As per the Cupertino-based tech giant, there are more colour choices for the stock wallpaper for home and lock screens. It is said to have also adjusted the appearance of the new Liquid Glass interface which now has a darker colouration in several apps as compared to the iOS 26 Beta 2 update.
OnePlus Nord 5 series is set to be launched in India later today at the OnePlus Summer Launch Event. The lineup is confirmed to comprise two handsets — the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Nord CE 5. So, with launch on the horizon, here's all you need to know about the OnePlus Nord 5 series including its price, expected features and specifications.
Realme 15 Pro 5G's leaked render reveals a silver colourway, possibly the rumoured 'Flowing Silver' shade, with a dual rear camera setup. It is expected to include a 50-megapixel main sensor. The phone may have a flat display with very slim bezels, and a centred hole-punch front camera slot. The volume rocker and a protruding power button are on the left edge, suggesting an under-display fingerprint sensor.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is still six months away from launch, but the latest rumours suggest that Samsung could have something new up its sleeve for next year's flagship. It is said to come with 16GB RAM and a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 chipset. Samsung is said to pack a new 12-megapixel telephoto sensor with 3x optical zoom in the phone.
Xiaomi has launched its new Compact Power Bank with 20,000mAh battery, built-in cable, and 22.5W fast charging support. The company will sell the new power bank online through its official website and Flipkart. Xiaomi will offer the power bank in two colour options - Ivy Green and Dark grey.
Ahead of its launch, a tipster has revealed key specifications of the rumoured Honor X70 on the Chinese microblogging platform Weibo. The smartphone is expected to feature an 8,300mAh battery with support for 80W fast charging. Honor is said to also offer the handset in multiple colours and storage options.
Amazon will sell the 128GB storage variant of the iPhone 15 for Rs. 57,249 (including bank offer) dyrubg the upcoming Prime Day sale, which starts July 12. The handset was launched in 2023 with an original price of Rs. 79,900. Amazon is offering up to Rs. 52,000 exchange discount as well.
Realme 15 series will soon be launched in India. Ahead of the launch, the company has shared details about two new artificial intelligence (AI) features that users will get across the entire lineup. The first is a voice-based photo editing feature dubbed AI Edit Genie, and the second is the AI Party, which is a camera-based scene detection feature.
Amazon Prime Day sale 2025 will run from July 12 to 14 in India, while offering up to 40 percent discount on smartphones and accessories, along with up to 24 months no-cost EMI options and exchange offers worth up to Rs. 60,000. Ahead of the Prime Day sale, Amazon has revealed that the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra will be available at a starting price of Rs. 74,999 for the 12GB + 256GB variant, down from its launch price of Rs. 1,29,999.
One UI 8 is expected to be released later this year as Samsung's iteration of the Android 16 operating system (OS). According to a tipster's claims on social media, the South Korean tech conglomerate could upgrade a notable Galaxy AI feature with additional capabilities. Audio Eraser, which lets the user remove unwanted or background noises from videos, may soon work in real-time, enabling the removal of audio without having to enter the editing mode.
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7, as per the latest leaks and rumours, is said to get some substantial design upgrades this year, which may bring it on par with Chinese competitors. This device is getting a lot thinner even compared to the Galaxy Z Fold 6 launched last year. The device is expected to grow bigger as well but is said to retain the battery capacity of the previous model. Ahead of the upcoming launch, there’s news about a price hike for the Indian market.
The Infinix Hot 60 5G+ is set to launch in India on July 11 via Flipkart. It will be sold in Shadow Blue, Sleek Black, and Tundra Green shades. It will come with a MediaTek Dimensity 7020 SoC with support for up to 12GB LPDDR5x RAM and 90fps gaming. The handset will be equipped with a custom One Tap AI Button, support for Google's Circle to Search, and AI features like Folax AI assistant.
Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 on July 9, during its Galaxy Unpacked event. Right before the event, the global variant of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE has been spotted on the Geekbench benchmarking website with an Exynos 2400 chipset and 8GB RAM. The smartphone is reportedly expected to launch alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7.
While we await the official launch of the iPhone 17 series, a fresh render has surfaced, suggesting the possible rear design of the Pro models. It showcases a repositioned Apple logo and a redesigned MagSafe magnet array. The phones appear to feature a larger, elongated camera island housing three rear sensors.
Xiaomi’s long-standing partnership with Leica Camera could soon be coming to an end, according to claims by a tipster on social media. Since 2022, the China-based OEM and the German camera and lens manufacturer have collaborated to develop mobile imaging solutions for Xiaomi smartphones, seen in models like the Xiaomi 15 series. However, this is said to be phased out soon in order to cut down on licensing fee costs and prioritise its proprietary camera technology.
The Honor X9c 5G is equipped with the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset and a 6,600mAh battery with 66W wired fast charging. It features a 6.78-inch 1.5K curved AMOLED display with multiple TÜV eye protection certifications. The phone ships with MagicOS 9.0 and supports AI features like Motion Sensing and Deepfake Detection. It has a 108-megapixel OIS-backed dual rear camera unit and a 16-megapixel selfie snapper.
Lava Blaze AMOLED 5G has been listed on the company's India website, revealing the phone's specifications and colourways. It is listed in Starlight Purple and Titanium Grey colour options with a 6.67-inch display. It is equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset and features a dual rear camera unit.
The Itel City 100, priced at Rs. 7,599, is currently available in India in offline stores with a complimentary magnetic speaker. The phone features a 6.75-inch 90Hz HD+ display, a Unisoc T7250 chipset paired with 4GB of RAM, a 13-megapixel rear and 8-megapixel front camera. It is equipped with several AI features like Aivana 3.0, and tools to support image-to-text conversion and document editing. It packs a 5,200mAh battery with 18W charging and has an IP64-rated build.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 foldable phones could arrive in potential silicone, clear, faux leather, and carbon fibre cases, as per a new report that also reveals the purported design of these cases. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 handsets could also support an anti-reflective screen protector made by Samsung.
The iQOO 13 has been introduced in India in a new Ace Green colour variant, joining the Legend and Nardo Grey options. The green version will go on sale in the country via Amazon and the iQOO India e-store starting July 12. The phone is priced at Rs. 54,999 and Rs. 59,999 for the 12GB + 256GB and 16GB + 512GB options, respectively. The iQOO 13 gets a Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, a Q2 gaming chip, a 6,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging support, and a 50-megapixel triple rear camera setup.
Calculations based on the data from the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT) showed that May shipments of foreign-branded phones in China fell to 4.54 million handsets from the same month last year.
A tipster suggests Google may launch several new accessories alongside the Pixel 10 series, including new Pixel Buds 2a in four colourways. Meanwhile, the Pixel Buds Pro 2 may debut in a new Sterling (grey) shade. Google is also tipped to launch a Rock Candy-coloured Pixel Charger and a Pixel Wireless Charger.
NxtQuantum Shift Technologies, an Indian deep tech software company, announced its home-grown mobile operating system on Friday. Dubbed NxtQuantum OS, the company claimed that the entire interface was built in India from the ground up, and it ensures that no user data is stored in servers outside of the country.
The Tecno Pova 7 5G series phones run on MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate SoCs with 8GB RAM and up to 256GB inbuilt storage. They feature Ella AI with Indian language support, and connectivity enhancements like 4x4 MIMO and VOWiFi Dual Pass. They pack 6,000mAh batteries, and the Pro variant offers wireless charging support. The Pova 7 5G series also sport a new multi-functional Delta light interface.
Google recently announced the Battery Performance Programme for the Pixel 6a. Under this initiative, the company will roll out a mandatory update to Android 16 for all Pixel 6a devices to prevent risk of battery overheating. While it was known that eligible users can get free repairs at authorised service centres, we now have an idea of how much the tech giant will offer to those trading in their Pixel 6a for a newer model.
Google released the first stable build of Android 16 last month with several new features in tow. Among them is Live Updates which delivers notifications for activities in real-time on the Android phone’s lock screen. The tech giant has now provided more information about this feature. Live Updates in Android 16 can be incorporated into apps offering services like phone calls, ride sharing, and food delivery, but not for advertisements or promotions.
Vivo X Fold 5 may cost Rs. 1,49,999 for the 16GB+512GB variant, while the X200 FE is expected at Rs. 54,999 and Rs. 59,999 for the 12GB+256GB and 16GB+512GB configurations, respectively, according to a tipster. The Vivo X Fold 5 and X200 FE will carry Zeiss-branded 50-megapixel triple rear camera units. They will launch in India on July 14 at 12pm IST and will be available via the Vivo India e-store and Flipkart.
A tipster shared leaked hands-on images of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, revealing a triple rear camera unit with no camera rings, a crease-free inner display, and a slim profile with no hinge resistance. The device is tipped to measure 8.9mm folded and 4.2mm unfolded, which will make it thinner than the Fold 6. The book-style foldable is expected to come with an aluminium frame, a glass ceramic back, a Snapdragon 8 Gen Elite SoC, and 8-inch and 6.5-inch main and cover displays.
iPhone 17 Pro Max is expected to debut in September as the top-end model in Apple’s lineup. As per a tipster, the purported handset could be in line to receive a battery upgrade over the current flagship, which is the iPhone 16 Pro Max. The purported flagship’s battery capacity may reach the 5,000mAh mark, becoming the first iPhone in the Cupertino-based tech giant’s lineup to do so.
Tecno Pova 7 5G series is set to launch today in India. The new lineup is expected to include at least four models — Tecno Pova 7 5G, Pova 7 Pro 5G, Pova 7 Ultra 5G, and Pova 7 Neo 5G. In the days leading up to launch, the Transsion Holdings subsidiary has been teasing several details about the phones via its social media handles. The Tecno Pova 7 5G series is teased to debut with a dynamic new Delta light interface.
Samsung Galaxy G Fold, the company's first tri-fold smartphone, may be unveiled next week with images of the handset giving us a good look at the phone. Expected to feature a unique G-shaped fold, unlike Huawei's S-fold design, this tri-fold phone is expected to debut at the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event, alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, and Watch 8 series.
Following triple-digit share gains in recent years, electronics manufacturers — who make everything from Samsung Electronics phones to air conditioning units — are facing a sharp reversal as investor enthusiasm cools.
Google on Wednesday announced the Battery Performance Program for the Pixel 6a. As part of this initiative, all Pixel 6a users will receive a mandatory update to Android 16. While the tech giant has already released the next iteration of the Android operating system (OS) for its phones from the Pixel 6 to the Pixel 9 series, the Pixel 6a has not been eligible for the update. However, that is now changing, with the mandatory Android 16 update for the handset arriving this month.
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ offers a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display, MediaTek Helio G200 SoC, a 50-megapixel rear camera, 13-megapixel selfie snapper, and an in-display fingerprint sensor. It gets a 5,200mAh battery with 45W wired, 30W wireless, and 5W reverse charging support. The Pro model has a Helio G100 Ultimate SoC, but lacks wireless charging and in-display fingerprint sensor. Both Pro models support Tecno’s FreeLink. The base Spark 40 has a 6.67-inch HD+ display, a Helio G81 SoC, 8-megapixel selfie shooter, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.
