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.
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.
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.
Vivo X Fold 5 and X200 FE will be unveiled in India on July 14 at 12pm IST. They will be sold via Flipkart and the Vivo India website. The Indian variant of the Vivo X Fold 5, available in Titanium Grey and possibly a white shade, will feature a 50-megapixel Zeiss-backed triple rear camera setup. It will get a 6,000mAh battery with 80W charging support, while the Indian version of the X200 FE will come with a 6,500mAh cell with 90W wired charging support.
Infinix Hot 60 5G Plus is likely to be in the works. Ahead of the official launch, the alleged renders of the phone have surfaced online. They suggest a new side button on the phone and it appears to have a triple rear camera unit. The Infinix Hot 60 5G+ is likely to be launched alongside the Infinix Hot 60 Pro+.
The Oppo Reno 14 Pro 5G features a 6.83-inch 1.5K OLED display, a MediaTek Dimensity 8450 chip, Google Gemini AI, triple 50-megapixel rear cameras, and a 50-megapixel selfie camera. It packs a 6,200mAh battery with 80W wired and 50W wireless charging. The standard Reno 14 5G has a smaller 6.59-inch screen, Dimensity 8350 chip, no wireless charging, and an 8-megapixel ultrawide camera.
The Nothing Phone 3 was launched in India on Tuesday and the phone ships with Android 15-based Nothing OS 3.5 out-of-the-box. However, the UK-based startup teased the arrival of its Android 16 update during the launch event. The next iteration of the Android operating system was released by Google last month but only Pixel devices received the stable build.
Oppo Reno 14 5G series is set to launch in India today, July 3. The lineup, which is expected to comprise the Oppo Reno 14 5G and the Reno 14 Pro 5G, was initially introduced in China in May, followed by its Malaysian debut two days ago. In the days leading up to its launch in India, Oppo has teased several details about the handset, while other specifications have also surfaced through leaks and rumours.
Apple's foldable iPhone is said to be in the early stages of development. If all goes according to plan, it is likely to finish prototype testing by late 2025 and move into the Engineering Verification Test (EVT). As per a report, the foldable iPhone could see a launch in the second half of 2026.
The Honor Magic V5 features a 7.95-inch 2K inner foldable OLED screen and a 6.45-inch LTPO outer display. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, with up to 16GB RAM and up to 1TB of onboard storage. The handset has a triple rear camera setup including a 64-megapixel periscope telephoto shooter and dual 20MP selfie snappers. The 16GB + 1TB variant packs a 6,100mAh battery with 66W wired and 50W wireless charging support.
Vivo is yet to announce the exact launch date of the Vivo X Fold 5 in India, but ahead of it, the company has disclosed the colour options and certain specifications of the phone. The Indian variant of Vivo X Fold 5 will be available in a single colour option. The Vivo X Fold 5 Indian variant is confirmed to come with a 6,000mAh battery with 80W wired and 40W wireless fast charging support. It will run on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC.
Honor X9c 5G will launch in India on July 7 and go on sale via Amazon starting July 12. It will be sold in an 8GB + 256GB variant with a Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC, a 108-megapixel primary rear camera with OIS and EIS support, a 6.78-inch 1.5K curved AMOLED display, and a 6,600mAh battery with 66W fast charging. The handset will have an IP65M-rated build and an SGS drop resistance certification.
The Realme 15T will launch in India in August 2025, carrying model number RMX5111 IN, according to a report. It will likely come in 8GB + 128GB, 8GB + 256GB, and 12GB + 256GB variants, with Flowing Silver, Silk Blue, and Suit Titanium colour options. Meanwhile, Realme has confirmed the upcoming launch of the Realme 15 5G and 15 Pro 5G in India, with the Pro model offering flagship features previously seen only on the Pro+ version.
Vivo X200 FE could launch in India on July 14 at 12pm IST. While Vivo already confirmed the Amber Yellow and Luxe Black colourways of the phone, a new leak suggests an additional Frost Blue shade. The Vivo X200 FE is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ chipset and packs a 6,500mAh battery with 90W fast charging support.
The Vivo T4 Lite 5G launched in India on June 24, featuring a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC, a 50-megapixel main rear camera, and a 6,000mAh battery. It is available in Prism Blue and Titanium Gold shades, priced from Rs. 9,999 for the 4GB+128GB option to Rs. 12,999 for the 8GB+256GB variant. Select bank offers can reduce prices by Rs. 500. The phone is available via Flipkart, Vivo’s e-store, and offline outlets.
We’ve been hearing about the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip FE for months now. Now, a case manufacturer has allegedly listed case collections for the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and the Galaxy Z Flip FE, hinting at the moniker for the affordable clamshell foldable. The listing suggests that the FE variant could be launched in the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event.
Nothing Phone 3 has been launched in India with the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset. It packs up to 16GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage. The phone features a triple rear camera unit, including three 50-megapixel sensors and a 50-megapixel selfie camera. It gets a new Glyph Matrix interface on the rear panel that can show notifications, animations, time, and more.
US District Judge Julien Neals in Newark, New Jersey, denied Apple's motion to dismiss the lawsuit accusing the company of using restrictions on third-party app and device developers to keep users from switching to competitors and unlawfully dominate the market.
After releasing three models each in its Xiaomi 14 and 15 series, the company may expand to four devices in this year’s numbered lineup. The new addition is expected to be the Xiaomi 16 Pro Mini, a more compact variant that aligns with the growing trend of smaller flagship models among Chinese smartphone brands in 2025.
OnePlus revealed that the Nord 5 handset will go on sale in India on July 9 at 12pm IST, while the Nord CE 5 will be available from July 12 at 12am IST via Amazon, the OnePlus website, and offline stores. The Nord CE 5 will get a MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex chipset, a 7,100mAh battery with 80W fast charging support, and a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-600 primary rear sensor with OIS support.
The Honor Magic 8 series is expected to include smartphones with 6.3-inch, 6.58-inch, and 6.7-inch displays. The 6.58-inch model may be the base variant, possibly featuring a 64-megapixel OmniVision OV64B or a 50-megapixel Sony IMX882 periscope camera. The 6.7-inch version is likely the Magic 8 Pro with a 200-megapixel periscope shooter. The 6.3-inch model could be the Magic 8 Mini, expected to launch later. A Max variant with a 6.9-inch display may also join the lineup.
A new leak suggests that a Redmi smartphone is in the works with a 6.8-inch flat display and a battery capacity of over 8,000mAh. While the leak doesn't suggest the name of the phone, it is speculated to be the Redmi Turbo 5 Pro. It’s also possible the leak refers to a successor to the Redmi Turbo 4 or the Redmi K80 Ultra.
Redmi has launched a new Champagne Gold colour variant of the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G and Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G in India. The handsets were launched in December last year in Spectre Blue, Phantom Purple, and Titan Black shades. The Note 14 Pro+ is equipped with a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC, whereas the Redmi Note 14 Pro gets a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra chipset.
Tecno Spark Go 2 is now available for purchase in India through Flipkart. The handset comes in four colourways and houses a 5,000mAh battery. It sports a 6.67-inch HD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The Spark Go 2 is priced at Rs. 6,999 for the 4GB RAM + 64GB storage model.
The Poco F7 5G is available in India via Flipkart, priced at Rs. 31,999 for the 12GB + 256GB variant and Rs. 33,999 for the 12GB + 512GB variant. Buyers can avail an instant Rs. 2,000 discount using HDFC, SBI, or ICICI Bank cards, along with a Rs. 2,000 exchange offer. Benefits for the first day of sale include one-year screen damage protection worth Rs. 10,000 and an additional one-year warranty. The Poco F7 is sold in Cyber Silver Edition, Frost White, and Phantom Black colour options.
Apple's iOS 26 update is set for release later this year, but a report indicates not all new capabilities will be available in Europe. Notably, users in the European Union may experience delays accessing these features, similar to how Apple Intelligence features were delayed in the EU after Apple faced regulatory hurdles.
Google's Pixel 10 series is expected to launch next month. Ahead of it, a new leak has surfaced suggesting all the hardware specifications of the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL. The phones could run on a Tensor G5 processor with up to 16GB of RAM. They are likely to feature a 42-megapixel selfie camera. The Pixel 10 Pro phones could offer improvements in terms of battery and charging speed.
Motorola has confirmed that the Moto G96 5G will launch in India on July 9 at 12pm IST. It will be available via Flipkart in Ashleigh Blue, Dresden Blue, Cattleya Orchid, and Greener Pastures colour options. The phone will get a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC, a 50-megapixel Sony Lytia 700C main rear sensor with OIS support and an IP68-rated build. It will sport a 6.67-inch 10-bit 3D curved pOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, 1,600 nits brightness, water touch support and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
Samsung has released the latest One UI 8 Beta 3 for its flagship Galaxy S25 series, as per a tipster. The update is said to be rolling out in select markets. The update reportedly does not include any notable new features but carries only fixes for issues discovered in previous updates. A majority of the fixes in the latest Android 16-based beta update for the Galaxy S25 series is said to focus on bugs related to text input via the keyboard and S-Pen.
Nothing Phone 3 is all set to make its debut in India and the global markets today, July 1. It is teased to arrive as the “first true flagship smartphone” from the UK-based company. In the days leading up to its launch, Nothing has been sharing a few details about the handset including its camera and processor. Here's everything you need to know.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is expected to go official next week. Just days ahead of that, a new leak has revealed the design of the foldable. The leak shows that Samsung has removed the camera ring design from the Galaxy Z Fold 7. The new phone is expected to ship with the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset.
Vivo X200 FE has been confirmed to be available in Amber Yellow and Luxe Black colour options in India. It was launched in Taiwan and Malaysia in Black, Blue, Pink, and Yellow colourways. The phone is equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ chipset and will pack a 6,500mAh battery and 90W fast charging support.
Vijay Sales' Open Box Sale is live in India. The sale started on June 28 and features last-piece and display or demo products. The demo units of the iPhone 15 models, the Galaxy Z Fold 6, and the Galaxy Z Flip 6 with discounted price tags. The sale brings up to 50 percent off on TVs, tablets and laptops.
Vivo has teased the India launch of the X Fold 5, with availability confirmed via Flipkart. The Indian variant will feature a 6,000mAh battery with 80W wired and 40W wireless charging, similar to the Chinese counterpart. It will measure 9.2mm folded and 4.3mm unfolded, and it weighs 217g. The Zeiss-backed triple rear camera will include a 50-megapixel telephoto shooter, and the Vivo X Fold 5 will support AI Image Studio and a Shortcut Button.
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G was unveiled with Android 14-based One UI 6.1 last year and is promised four OS upgrades and five years of security updates. It recently received the stable One UI 7 update based on Android 15. Now, a Geekbench listing of the phone shows it running Android 16, suggesting that Samsung may soon release One UI 8 beta update for the Galaxy A55 5G.
Samsung issued an advisory on Saturday to compatible Galaxy device users, encouraging them to activate the latest anti-theft features. The South Korean tech giant highlighted the rising cases of mobile theft and emphasised that the existing security features and the new ones added via the One UI 7 update will enable users to better protect their data and their device.
Xiaomi 16 Ultra is rumoured to come with SmartSens camera components. It is expected to feature the SC5A0CS 1-inch camera sensor, developed by SmartSens as a replacement for the Sony LYT-900. The Xiaomi 16 Ultra is likely to be launched early next year. The handset is rumoured to be equipped with the unannounced Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 SoC.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 are expected to be announced next week. Ahead of the launch, a Chinese tipster has revealed the key specifications of the foldables. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 could get a 6.5-inch cover display and an 8-inch internal screen. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is said to feature a 4.1-inch cover display and a 6.9-inch internal display.
Apple products wouldn’t feel complete without the mirror-finish Apple logo. Since the very first iPhone, the logo has been a defining design element, but its position has subtly shifted over the years. While recent models feature it perfectly centered on the glass back, the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro is tipped to move the logo slightly lower to make room for internal hardware and design updates.
