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Lava has announced that the Shark 2 5G will launch in India later this month as the latest addition to its Shark smartphone lineup. The upcoming handset will target the budget segment and is expected to bring several upgrades over the existing model. Notably, the Lava Shark 2 4G was introduced in India in October 2025. The upcoming handset will offer 5G connectivity and a mix of features focused on display quality, battery life, and durability for everyday use, according to the company. Lava Shark 2 5G to Debut in India in Sub-Rs. 15,000 Segment Lava said in a press release that the Shark 2 5G handset will be unveiled in India at the end of May 2026. The smartphone will be positioned in the sub-Rs. 15,000 segment and will target users upgrading from feature phones and older 4G devices to a 5G handset. The Lava Shark 2 5G will feature a 6.75-inch screen with support for a 120Hz refresh rate for smoother scrolling, animations, and gaming performance. The smartphone will carry an IP64 rat...

Xiaomi 17 Max will be launched in China later this week as the fifth model in the lineup, the tech giant announced on Monday. The new smartphone will join the Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, and Xiaomi 17 Ultra. Along with the latest Xiaomi 17 Max, the company will also unveil the Xiaomi Band 10 Pro and Xiaomi's first clip-on true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds, dubbed Xiaomi Ear Clip. Lastly, the launch event will also see the launch of the new Xiaomi YU7 GT (2026), the tech giant's latest electric SUV. The company has already revealed various details about the upcoming Xiaomi 17 Max, including its design, key specifications, features, and colour options. Xiaomi 17 Max, Band 10 Pro Set to Launch on May 21 In a Weibo post, the tech giant announced that the Xiaomi 17 Max will launch in China on May 21 at 7:00 pm local time (4:30 pm IST), alongside the Xiaomi Band 10 Pro, Xiaomi Ear Clip, and Xiaomi YU7 GT (2026). Apart from these confirmed products, the tech giant ha...

Google is said to have begun rolling out a new feature on Android that provides AI-generated recommendations based on the users' daily routine. As per a report, it is called Contextual Suggestions and functions as a lighter version of Magic Cue, the AI-powered predictive assistant that is exclusive to Pixel devices. While it was not officially announced during The Android Show, the report mentions that Contextual Suggestions is appearing for some users on stable Android 16 builds. Contextual Suggestions on Android According to an Android Authority report, Contextual Suggestions uses AI to analyse user habits and recommend relevant actions before users manually search for them. For example, it may automatically bring up an airline boarding pass when a user arrives at the airport or suggest opening a music app upon reaching the gym. It was spotted on a Pixel 10 running a stable version of Android 16. The feature was reportedly first discovered in development back in December last yea...

Samsung is said to be developing a new productivity-focused feature to reduce distractions by controlling internet access at the network level. The feature, reportedly discovered within One UI 9, can selectively block internet connectivity for specific categories of apps such as social media, games, and streaming platforms. As per the report, the functionality is still experimental and was sighted after Samsung commenced the rollout of Android 17-based One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 series. Samsung One UI 9 May Introduce Network-Based Focus Mode According to an Android Authority report, the feature was discovered within Samsung's Connectivity Labs section. It is, notably, a hidden Wi-Fi settings menu that is accessible after repeatedly tapping the Intelligent Wi-Fi option in Settings on Galaxy devices. The leaked code strings reportedly reference a feature internally described as “Network management for concentration.” One of the discovered strings states that the tool is designe...

Samsung on Tuesday announced the official rollout of the One UI 9 beta programme. Based on Android 17, the Android skin brings expanded AI-powered tools, deeper customisation options, improved accessibility features, and stronger security protections. There are new creative tools in the Notes app, while Text Spotlight is claimed to make reading easier. The company also confirmed that the stable version of One UI 9 will debut later this year alongside upcoming Galaxy flagship devices. One UI 9 Availability In a blog post, Samsung confirmed that the One UI 9 beta programme will initially be available for the Galaxy S26 series in select regions. This includes India, Germany, South Korea, Poland, the UK, and the US. Eligible users can enrol in the beta programme through the Samsung Members app starting this week. The South Korean tech conglomerate has yet to reveal details regarding the rollout timeline for older Galaxy smartphones and tablets. The stable version of One UI 9 will launch la...

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Find X9s were recently launched as the latest additions to the flagship Find X9 series. While the brand's next-generation lineup is still a few months away, leaks surrounding the top-end model are already beginning to surface. According to a tipster, Oppo Find X10 Pro Max may feature a dual 200-megapixel rear camera setup, alongside a large LTPO display and MediaTek's unreleased next-generation flagship chipset. It is tipped to debut as part of the Oppo Find X10 series in China later this year. Oppo Find X10 Pro Max Specifications Tipped The latest leak comes from tipster Digital Chat Station (translated from Chinese) via Weibo. According to the details shared, Oppo is currently testing a smartphone with an ambitious camera setup. The Oppo Find X10 Pro Max is said to feature a 200-megapixel primary rear camera with a large 1/1.3-inch sensor. The handset is also tipped to include a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera using a 1/1.28-inch sensor. Th...