Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge’s arrival was first teased at Galaxy Unpacked in January and although the company gave us a glimpse of it at the MWC 2025, the phone is yet to see the light of day. But , that may soon change. As per a tipster’s claims, the upcoming handset could be launched this month. In a separate development, a report suggests that the Galaxy S25 Edge could debut with the same primary camera as the top-of-the-line Galaxy S25 Ultra.
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.
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is expected to debut soon globally, including in India. Ahead of its much-anticipated launch, an online retailer had allegedly listed the smartphone ahead of its official unveiling, revealing the price and key specifications of the phone. Unfortunately, the listing has since been removed, but not before a publication spotted it.
Vivo T4 Pro is all set to launch in India later today. Just hours before the official launch, a leak has revealed details about the new T series smartphone. The leak includes official-looking renders of the phone. The Vivo T4 Pro is tipped to come in 8GB + 128GB, 8GB + 256GB, and 12GB + 256GB RAM and storage options.
The new retail store is located in Koregaon Park, Kopa, in Pune.
The iPhone 17 series is expected to go official next month. With the launch on the horizon, the rumour mill has been working overtime to reveal information about the next-generation iPhone models. As per a tipster, the iPhone 17 Pro models, comprising Pro and Pro Max variants, will support reverse wireless charging for the first time. In theory, it might allow Apple users to charge peripherals such as their Apple Watch and AirPods via their smartphone itself.
Shortly after Apple released iOS 26 Developer Beta 8 for iPhone, the Public Beta 5 update has now followed suit. It arrives alongside iPadOS 26 and similar updates for the iPad and other Apple devices, respectively. The public beta and developer beta updates carry similar changes. As per the tech giant, it has added a recovery assistant to help recover the iPhone in case it does not start normally. There are fixes for several bugs as well.
Samsung has launched the Galaxy A07 4G in Indonesia, featuring a MediaTek Helio G99 chipset, up to 8GB RAM, and 256GB storage. It packs a 5,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging, a 50-megapixel dual rear camera unit, and an 8-megapixel front camera. The phone also carries an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance. Prices start at IDR 13,99,000 (around Rs. 7,500) for the 4GB+64GB model, with higher variants priced up to IDR 22,99,000 (around Rs. 12,400).
Oppo Find X9 Ultra could go official later this year with upgrades over Find X8 Ultra. A new leak suggests details about the display and cameras of the smartphone. It will allegedly feature a quad rear camera unit. It is expected to feature OLED LTPO panels.
Vivo Y500 is set to launch soon and the company has revealed the China launch date of the upcoming phone, while also revealing the design and a few specifications of the phone. The handset is expected to succeed this year’s Vivo Y400 5G and last year’s Vivo Y300. The Vivo Y500 will be offered in three colourway, the company has confirmed.
Xiaomi 15T series, expected to succeed the Xiaomi 14T series, could launch soon. Recently, the price of the purported smartphones has leaked online. Now, a tipster has shared the images of the phones, suggesting the design of the upcoming lineup. The specifications of the Xiaomi 15T Pro and 15T have also surfaced online.
Apple’s upcoming foldable iPhone may feature four cameras, one on the cover display, one inside, and two on the back, including a high-resolution main lens and either a telephoto or an ultrawide shooter. The handset is expected to sport a 5–6-inch cover display and an 8-inch foldable screen. Gurman also notes Apple is in early talks with Google to use Gemini AI for an upgraded Siri.
Realme has teased a new concept phone featuring a massive 15,000mAh battery, with “15000mAh” text shown on its back cover. Unlike most bulky rugged phones, the teaser suggests a relatively slimmer design, though it may not launch commercially soon. The reveal follows an earlier teaser of a “1x000mAh” phone set for August 27. In May, Realme showcased a 10,000mAh concept phone with an ultra-high silicon-content anode battery, 320W fast charging, Mini Diamond architecture, a semi-transparent back, 8.5mm thickness, and 200g weight.
Honor X7d is currently listed on a retail website in Bangladesh in Desert Gold, Ocean Cyan, Meteor Silver, and Velvet Black colour options. It is listed with a 6.77-inch display, Snapdragon 685 chipset and a 6,500mAh battery with 35W fast charging support.
