The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G debuts in India at Rs. 21,999 for the base 6GB+128GB option, with 8GB+128GB and 8GB+256GB variants priced at Rs. 23,499 and Rs. 26,499, respectively. It features a 50-megapixel triple rear camera unit and runs on Exynos 1330 SoC. It ships with One UI 7 based on Android 15 and will get six years of OS and security updates.
Google’s Take a Message feature is rolling out to Pixel 4 and later phones in the US, UK, Ireland, and Australia, with support from most carriers except Dish. Some Pixel 9 users have already received it, and a wider rollout is expected soon. The feature also works on Pixel Watch 2 and later watches when paired with a Pixel 6 or newer phones. It stores messages privately, shows audio and transcriptions in the Phone app's Recents tab, and blocks spam calls automatically.
Lenovo seems to be gearing up to unveil new products at the upcoming IFA (Internationale FunkAusstellung) tech show in Berlin next month, but leaks have already hinted at what's coming. The tech brand could show off a laptop with a display that rotates from landscape to portrait orientation. It is also said to unveil the Legion Go 2 gaming handheld, two new tablets and three new Motorola smartphones at the tradeshow.
Tecno Pova Slim 5G is confirmed to launch in India on September 4. Flipkart has created a dedicated landing page on its website to tease the arrival of the new phone. It will include Ella and new AI features. It has a dual rear camera setup.
Vivo T4 Pro has gone on sale in India, In addition to instant bank discounts, buyers also get an exchange bonus and no-cost EMI up to six months. Available via the Vivo India e-store, Flipkart, and retail outlets, the phone offers a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, 6,500mAh battery with 90W fast charging, and 50-megapixel triple rear cameras with AI tools.
Realme GT 8 series is expected to be launched in October with upgrades over last year's Realme GT 7 family. As we wait for the official reveal, a new leak surfaced online suggesting the key specifications of the phones. The new leak corroborates previous rumours about their chipset, display and telephoto camera.
Realme will launch the 15T in India on September 2 at 12pm IST, and it will sell through Flipkart, Realme’s e-store, and offline outlets. The phone will arrive with a textured matte 4R finish and IP66, IP68 and IP69 durability. It will offer a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with 4,000 nits brightness and 2,160Hz PWM dimming rate, 50-megapixel front and rear cameras, AI imaging tools, a 7,000mAh battery, with fast and reverse charging support, and a 6,050 sq mm VC cooling system.
Google on Wednesday announced a new device protection programme for Made by Google products. As part of this initiative, Pixel and Fitbit device owners in the US will be eligible to receive extended warranty claims and access to priority services. The Mountain View-tech giant is offering common repairs such as screen and battery replacements free of charge on the Pixel 10 series, Pixel Watch 3, Fitbit Charge 6, and other devices in its portfolio.
The OnePlus 15 specifications have been surfacing online for a while. Expected to succeed last year’s OnePlus 13, the phone has been spotted on the Geekbench benchmarking website with the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 SoC. This aligns with previous leaks, suggesting the same chipset for the handset. Moreover, the Chinese smartphone maker might not offer a circular rear camera module with the upcoming smartphone.
Samsung is all set to host a hardware launch event on September 4 to unveil the newest member of the Galaxy S25 series, believed to be the Galaxy S25 FE. Ahead of its launch, promotional material of the purported handset has been leaked, which gives us another look at the handset from all angles. Images also show the handset in all three colour options it is expected to be offered in, once launched.
Honor Magic V5 was launched in European markets. The book-style foldable comes with a 7.95-inch foldable inner display and a 6.45-inch cover screen. It is powered by Qualcomm's flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, paired with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. The handset was launched in China in July.
The iPhone 17 series is set to be launched at Apple’s “Awe Dropping” event on September 9. Alongside its latest smartphones, the Cupertino-based tech giant is also rumoured to introduce new TechWoven cases as a new accessory. However, it may not be the only one that is announced. As per a tipster, Apple is developing a new Crossbody Strap accessory for the iPhone 17 cases that would function as a way for users to carry the phone across the body.
Apple and Samsung have reportedly sent legal notices to Xiaomi over its campaign for the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, which allegedly hurts the two tech giants' brand reputation. In one of the ads, the company compares its latest flagship with the iPhone 16 Pro Max, which was launched in September 2024. The company has reportedly published similar ads for Samsung’s smartphones as well.
Huawei Mate XTs will soon launch in China. As we wait for the announcement, the company has opened pre-reservations for the smartphones via its official online store in China. The listing confirms the design, colour options and RAM and storage variants of the phones.
IDC projects global smartphone shipments to rise 1 percent in 2025 to 1.24 billion units, driven by iOS growth and replacement demand, with a 1.5 percent compound annual growth rate through 2029. Despite weak demand in China, growth in the US, the Middle East, and Africa will offset declines. Vendors are reportedly prioritising value creation with premium designs, GenAI, foldables, and advanced cameras, supported by financing and promotions. GenAI phones are forecast to reach 370 million units in 2025.
Xiaomi on Thursday announced HyperOS 3 as the latest OS for Xiaomi devices such as smartphones, smartwatches and smart TVs. Among the many new features is Super Island, a new notification system modelled after Apple’s Dynamic Island, promising information accessibility with a multi-island approach. It includes improvements such as AI-powered wallpapers, customisable photo albums, improved translation functions, and an upgraded Super XiaoAi assistant.
Apple has reportedly partnered with Indian telecom service provider Reliance Jio to offer Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging in the country. As per the report, this move will allow iPhone users with Jio as their carrier to send and receive text messages with iMessage-like features such as read receipts (individual chats), typing indicators, and sending high-resolution media.
Former Poco India head Himanshu Tandon has join CMF by Nothing, the company announced on Thursday. The executive departed the Xiaomi subsidiary in July after serving as the Country Head for more than three years. Tandon joins CMF by Nothing as the Vice President of Business, aiming to accelerate CMF’s growth and oversee its global strategy, growth, and go-to-market execution for India and the international markets.
Xiaomi 16 series is expected to launch soon in China. Apart from the standard model, the lineup is said to include the Xiaomi 16 Pro, Xiaomi 16 Ultra, and a compact variant, which could be dubbed Xiaomi 16 Pro Mini. Ahead of its supposed unveiling in late September, three of the four phones in the lineup have been spotted on the 3C certification website in China, revealing their charging speed.
Realme 15T could launch soon. Ahead of any official confirmation, alleged marketing images of the smartphone have surfaced on the Web. It is tipped to come in three colours with a MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Max processor. It could measure 7.79mm in thickness and 181 grams in weight.
Nothing Phone 3 live demo units in New Zealand were reportedly representing stock images, not clicked from the phone, as its camera samples. This came to notice when an alleged screen recording of the handset showing these images surfaced online. Following this, a company executive had to come out with an explanation for this, calling it "an unfortunate oversight".
TSMC is reportedly set to begin mass production of 2-nanometer chips in late 2025, with capacity at its Baoshan and Kaohsiung plants expected to remain fully utilised through 2026. Apple is said to have secured nearly half of the output, making it TSMC’s top customer, while Qualcomm ranks second. Other initial adopters of the process include AMD, Broadcom, Intel, and MediaTek. The technology is expected to debut in Apple’s iPhone 18 series in 2026.
Oppo Find X9 specifications leaked online. It is expected to bring several major upgrades, including a newer chipset, a larger battery, a higher-resolution selfie camera, and a new Plus Key, compared to the Oppo Find X8. It could feature the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset and a 6.59-inch OLED display.
Samsung dropped a surprise announcement on Wednesday in the form of a new Galaxy event, set to take place in the first week of September. The South Korean tech conglomerate has teased the launch of new premium artificial intelligence (AI) tablets and the newest member of the Galaxy S25 family. As per recent rumours, these are likely references to the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 series and the Galaxy S25 FE.
The Vivo X300 and X300 Pro are expected to launch in China in October, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset and featuring Zeiss-backed cameras. A tipster claims that Vivo may also unveil new TWS earphones, while focusing on IoT and flagship wearables next year. The Vivo X300 may include a BeiDou satellite messaging-supported variant with a compact 6.3-inch display. The X300 Pro is tipped to feature a triple-camera setup with a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-828, a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto, and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide sensor.
Samsung Galaxy M07 4G might be unveiled as a budget phone in India soon. Before the official confirmation of the purported phone’s launch, its key specifications and expected price range in India have been leaked online. It is said to pack a 5,000mAh battery, coupled with fast charging support. The rumoured Galaxy M series handset is also said to feature a dual-rear camera setup.
A Reddit user shared AnTuTu benchmarks of the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL powered by the Tensor G5. The phone scored 1,173,221 overall, placing it alongside the Honor 200 Pro and Motorola Edge 60 Pro. Its CPU score of 415,848 matches chips like the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 and Dimensity 9300+, showing a 15 percent boost over the Pixel 9 Pro XL but still last-gen level. The GPU scored 367,206, about 20 percent lower than the Pixel 9 Pro XL, comparable to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1.
iPhone 17 series is expected to be unveiled by the Cupertino company during Apple’s ‘Awe Dropping’ launch event, which is scheduled to take place next month. The lineup is expected to include the standard iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone 17 Air. Ahead of the September launch event, the colour options for Apple’s upcoming range of smartphones have surfaced online.
Vivo Y500 is confirmed to launch early next month in China. The company recently announced the launch date of the smartphone, along with a few specifications. However, ahead of its much-anticipated unveiling, the upcoming handset has been listed on the China Telecom website with the model number V2506A, according to a report. The listing allegedly revealed the key specifications of the Vivo Y500.
Huawei is gearing up to unveil a second tri-fold handset in its lineup, following the launch of the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design in September 2024. The upcoming Huawei Mate XTs Extraordinary Master will be launched in China on September 4. It is rumoured to be powered by a Kirin 9020 SoC and may feature stylus support. The handset is expected to be offered in two colour options.
Xiaomi has confirmed the date on which it will unveil its latest Android 16-based HyperOS 3 user interface. The tech giant has also started enrolling beta testers to identify bugs and provide feedback on its upcoming OS. Along with this, a company executive has also revealed the list of smartphones and tablets that will first receive the HyperOS 3 update.
Realme held its 828 Fan Festival in China on Wednesday, where two of its latest concept smartphones were showcased. The brand unveiled a concept smartphone equipped with a mammoth 15,000mAh battery. The handset is advertised to provide up to 50 hours of video playback and also allow reverse charging of other devices. Meanwhile, the Chill Fan phone comes with a built-in fan designed to help manage thermals during heavy-load gameplay.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra battery capacity has been reportedly spotted on a certification website, revealing that Samsung might still equip the flagship with the same battery capacity as its predecessor. This comes after a tipster revealed that the phone could be equipped with a 5,500mAh battery. The South Korean tech giant has not upgraded the battery capacity of its Galaxy S Ultra-series phones since the Galaxy S20 Ultra.
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has recently surfaced on retail sites, hinting at an imminent launch. According to a report citing an online retailer, the phone could cost $649.99 (roughly Rs. 57,000) for 128GB and $709.99 (roughly Rs. 62,300) for 256GB. However, the said website currently lists higher prices of $786 (roughly Rs. 68,900) and $858 (roughly Rs. 75,200) for the 128GB and 256GB options, respectively. Readers are advised to take this information with a pinch of salt.
Apple iPhone 17 series could debut during the Cupertino tech giant’s newly announced ‘Awe Dropping’ event. The launch event is set to take place on September 9. An X (formerly Twitter) user has spotted that the logo for Apple’s event is interactive. As a person hovers the cursor over the logo, the pattern of the heat map changes with it.
Apple has announced its "Awe Dropping" launch event for September 9, where the iPhone 17 lineup is expected to debut with base, Pro, Pro Max, and possibly a new "Air" variant replacing the Plus model. While rumours suggest Apple’s slimmest phone yet, the name remains unconfirmed. A leaked accessories list shows entries for an iPhone 17 Air, hinting at the branding. However, since the source lacks a credible leak history, its reliability remains doubtful.
Apple’s annual hardware launch event, dubbed ‘Awe Dropping’, is scheduled for September 9. Among the highlights is expected to be the iPhone 17 series, arriving with a refreshed lineup and a new Air model this year. Apart from this, we also expect to see the Apple Watch Ultra 3, Watch Series 11, and AirPods Pro (3rd Generation). However, the launch event might spell the end for some Apple devices too, with the company phasing them out to make room for its newest launches.
Apple has finally announced the date of its hardware launch event, following weeks of speculation. The ‘Awe Dropping’ event is all set to take place in the second week of September. From the iPhone 17 series and new TechWoven cases to AirPods Pro (3rd Generation) and Apple Watch Ultra 3, here’s what to expect from Apple’s ‘Awe Dropping’ event.
iQOO 15 Mini is tipped to launch as a competitor to the rumoured OnePlus 15T. The phone is said to be a compact model in the upcoming iQOO 15 series. The handset might feature a large battery. To pack a high-capacity battery, the company can use the silicon-carbon technology. However, since iQOO has not confirmed the launch of a compact, this information should be taken with a pinch of salt.
Honor 400 and Honor 400 Pro were launched earlier this year. Now, the Chinese smartphone maker could be gearing up to launch the purported successor of the series by the end of this year. Dubbed Honor 500 and 500 Pro, the lineup is tipped to feature some upgrades over its predecessor. Moreover, the rear camera module could be thinner, too.
Apple's Awe Dropping hardware launch event will be held on September 9. The company is expected to unveil the iPhone 17 series, including a new iPhone 17 Air model. These new phones are expected to be released a few days after the event. The Apple Watch Series 11 and AirPods Pro 3 may also be announced at the same event.
Xiaomi has introduced a limited-time battery replacement offer for its users in India. It is also providing free software upgrade, and free Device Health Check-Up for Xiaomi and Redmi branded smartphones in the country as part of its Care & Connect Service Week. Users can also avail free cleaning and sanitation of their devices.
Samsung Galaxy F17 5G and Galaxy M17 5G have appeared on Geekbench, both powered by the Exynos 1330 SoC with 8GB RAM and Android 15-based One UI 7. The F17 scored 975 and 2,242 points, while the M17 scored 762 and 1,596 points in single and multi-core tests, respectively. Both phones are expected to share similar features to the Galaxy A17 5G.
Oppo A6 5G and Oppo A6 Max 5G could launch in China as rebranded versions of Oppo F31 and Oppo F31 Pro+, respectively. The Oppo A6 5G with model number PLS120 has allegedly appeared on the TENAA website. The listing shows the device with a 6.57-inch display and a 6,830mAh rated battery.
The Samsung Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23 Ultra are now covered under the free one-time screen replacement policy. This limited-period offer applies to devices affected by the infamous green line issue. According to the company, the screen replacement policy is valid till September, and customers can visit Samsung authorised service centres in India to get their handsets looked at. However, there will be certain limitations on the eligibility of devices under the replacement policy.
The Oppo Find X9 series is said to be in development as the successor to the Oppo Find X8 series, which was announced in October 2024. A tipster has suggested that one of the models in the upcoming lineup – the Oppo Find X9 Pro – will come with up to 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of onboard storage. The handset is tipped to be available in three colour options, and there will also be a special edition variant of the Oppo Find X9 Pro.
Google will soon require all Android developers to get verified to make their apps available outside of the Play Store. The company said that this would enhance the security of Android devices, as currently users have the option to either sideload the apps onto their phones and tablets or download them directly from the Play Store.
Vivo V60 Lite has allegedly been spotted on the Geekbench benchmarking site, with the Snapdragon 685 SoC and 8GB RAM. The handset has been listed on the benchmarking platform with the model number V2530. The listing suggests a smartphone with the model number V2530 and the Android 16 operating system.
Vivo T4 Pro sports a 6.77-inch quad-curved AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 5,000 nits brightness. It runs on a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, shipping with Android 15. The phone offers a 50-megapixel OIS main camera, a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with 3x zoom, and a 32-megapixel front camera. It packs a 6,500mAh battery with 90W charging, has an IP68+IP69 dust and water-resistant build and supports 5G.
Realme is gearing up to unveil a new smartphone with a 10,000mAh battery capacity at the 828 Fan Festival on August 27. While most details remain under wraps, the company has teased a key design element of the purported handset. It will feature a built-in cooling fan that might help in thermal management. Apart from this, we also get a first look at the phone’s back panel and one of the colourways it might be sold in.
