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Apple's ecosystem now includes about 2.5 billion active devices around the world, according to CEO Tim Cook. During its recent earnings call, the Apple executive revealed the Cupertino-based tech giant's breadth of reach across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and other products. It is seen as a new milestone for the company and reflects sustained demand for its hardware, especially the iPhone, in the last quarter, which was described as “staggering”. Apple's Earnings Call Revelations The 2.5 billion figure for active devices marks a significant milestone for Apple's ecosystem, Tim Cook said while revealing the company's fiscal 2026 first-quarter financial results (via CNBC). Previously, the company recorded 2.35 billion active devices in January 2025, up from 2.2 billion active devices in 2024. This translates to roughly 150,000,000 new devices added to Apple's active install base between 2024–2025 and 2025–2026. The figure includes key Apple products like iPhon...

Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G and Note 15 Pro+ 5G are all set to launch in India today. The new Redmi Note series smartphones are already available in global markets and will go on sale via Amazon. Ahead of the launch, the Chinese electronics giant has revealed several details about the smartphones. The company recently announced that the lineup features 200-megapixel rear camera units and 6.83-inch AMOLED displays. The Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G runs on a MediaTek chipset, while the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G has a Snapdragon chipset under the hood. Read on for a comprehensive overview of the Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G, their expected prices in India, features, and detailed specifications. Redmi Note 15 Pro Series India Launch Details The launch of Redmi Note 15 Pro series will take place at 11:00am IST on Thursday. For a few days, the Xiaomi sub-brand has been teasing the lineup through its social media channels and a dedicated microsite on its website. Amazon has also created a dedi...

Google on Monday announced the expansion of theft protection features for Android devices. These are aimed at making smartphones harder targets for thieves and helping users safeguard their data before, during and after a theft attempt. As per the Mountain View-based tech giant, the updated Android theft protection tools, which are currently rolling out, build upon the existing protection measures by providing enhanced control over authentication, lockout behaviour, and recovery options. New Theft Protection Features on Android The new theft protection features are rolling out to Android devices running Android 16 or later versions, Google said in a security blog post. The Failed Authentication Lock feature, introduced with Android 15, has been expanded and now features a dedicated toggle for enabling/disabling it in settings. Applications such as third-party banking apps and Google Password Manager, that use Android Biometric Prompt for verification, will benefit from the Identity Che...

The Redmi Turbo 5 series will be launched in China this month, the company announced on Monday via social media. The upcoming lineup is confirmed to include two models — Redmi Turbo 5 and Redmi Turbo 5 Max. The Xiaomi sub-brand showcased the latter in an orange colourway, while also revealing some details about its specifications. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max will be powered by a Dimensity 9500s chipset. It sports an M10 OLED panel and packs a 9,000mAh battery. Redmi Turbo 5 Series China Launch Date The Redmi Turbo 5 series launch date in China has been set for January 29 at 7pm local time (4:30pm IST). The Redmi Turbo 5 and Redmi Turbo 5 Max will debut alongside the Redmi Buds 8 Pro and the Redmi Pad 2 Pro Harry Potter Edition, the company has announced. Redmi Turbo 5 Series Features, Specifications (Confirmed) The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is confirmed to sport a new generation M10 OLED screen with 3,500 nits peak brightness. It will support 3840Hz PWM dimming and DC dimming, along with eye protect...

The Oppo Find N6 is said to be in development as the successor to the Oppo Find N5, which was launched in February 2025. The book-style foldable has now been listed on a certification website ahead of its anticipated debut, which hints towards its imminent arrival in select regions. This listing follows a previous sighting of the Oppo Find N6 on the China Compulsory Certification (CCC) website, otherwise known as 3C. Oppo Find N6 TDRA Certification An Oppo smartphone was discovered on the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority website, otherwise known as TDRA. The listed handset carries the model number CPH2765 and has been registered with the equipment registration number ER55949/26. Corroborating this with previous leaks suggests that it may be the Oppo Find N6. It was certified on January 26. Apart from the product name and model number, no additional specifications were revealed in the certification. The TDRA certification, notably, is a mandatory assessment...

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series is expected to be launched in India and the global markets in February. It is expected to comprise three models — Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. Ahead of its anticipated debut, the purported Samsung Galaxy S26+ South Korean variant been sighted on a benchmarking website. The listing reveals some of its key specifications. The upcoming Samsung handset is expected to arrive with an octa-core processor and 12GB of RAM. Samsung Galaxy S26+ Geekbench Listing A Samsung handset bearing the model number "SM-S947N" has been listed on Geekbench (first spotted by tipster Abhishek Yadav). Judging by its model number and chipset details, it is anticipated to be the South Korean variant of the purported Samsung Galaxy S26+. The handset shows up with an octa-core chipset featuring an ARMv8 architecture and a base operating frequency of 2.76GHz. The SoC appears to comprise one Cluster 1 core clocked at 3.80GHz, three Cluster 2 cores operating at ...

Samsung Galaxy S26 series is rumoured to be launched in February as the next-generation flagship lineup from the South Korean tech conglomerate. A tipster has now leaked the launch date of the purported handsets. As per the claim, the Galaxy S26 series could be launched in the last week of February. The handsets are expected to become available for pre-order in the days after launch, while their sale is tipped to begin in the second week of March. Samsung Galaxy Unpacked Date Leak In a post on X, tipster Ice Universe claimed that the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event will take place on February 25. At the event, the company is expected to unveil its next-generation flagship smartphone lineup, ubiquitously known as the Samsung Galaxy S26 series. Once the Galaxy Unpacked event is over, interested customers may be able to pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S26 models, namely the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra, between February 26 and March 4. The pre-sale period is expected to last f...

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series is expected to be launched next month, and leaks surrounding the upcoming flagship lineup are now surfacing rapidly. According to a tipster, Samsung will introduce six colourways of the top-of-the-line Galaxy S26 Ultra. While the number of colour options is expected to remain the same as last year's Galaxy S25 Ultra, many of the shades are tipped to be new, including the much-talked-about violet colourway. Samsung Galaxy S26 Colourways Tipped According to tipster Evan Blass's post on X, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra will be released in six colourways — black, white, silver shadow, sky blue, cobalt violet, and pink gold. While black and white are the staple shades that the South Korean tech conglomerate introduces every year, other colourways appear to be new. The tipster's claims align with a previous leak, wherein black, white, blue, and purple colour options of the purported flagship were revealed via alleged images of the Galaxy S26 Ultra SIM...

The Google Pixel 10a is expected to launch soon as the follow-up to the Pixel 9a, which debuted in March 2025. While the Mountain View-based tech giant has yet to confirm the handset, several details about its pricing, RAM and storage configurations, and colourways have been leaked. According to a report, the Google Pixel 10a will be available in two configurations, but is not expected to receive a price hike this year. Google Pixel 10a Price, Colourways (Rumoured) According to a report by the French publication Dealabs, the Google Pixel 10a will be offered in storage options — 128GB and 256GB. The purported handset is reported to be available in Berry, Fog, Lavender, and Obsidian colourways. Out of the four colour options, only the Obsidian shade appears to have been carried over from the previous generation. For comparison, the Pixel 9a came in Iris, Peony, Porcelain and Obsidian shades and the same 128GB and 256GB storage configurations with 8GB of RAM. As always, Obsidian is expect...

The Redmi K90 series was launched in China in October 2025, and the rumour mill suggests its successor may be in development. According to a report, the Redmi K100 series is the upcoming lineup from Xiaomi's sub-brand, and it is expected to comprise two models — the Redmi K100 and the Redmi K100 Pro Max. Both handsets are reported to be powered by next-generation flagship Qualcomm chipsets, ubiquitously known as the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6. Redmi K100, Redmi K100 Pro Max Chipset Leak According to a XiaomiTime report, the Redmi K100 is internally codenamed “athens” and has the model number Q11. Meanwhile, the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the codename of “songyuan” and model number of Q11X. Previously, the Xiaomi sub-brand utilised the letter U next to the model number to indicate the higher variant in the lineup. But since pivoting to the ‘Max' series last year, it has reportedly switched to the letter X. Both Redmi handsets are said to be powered by flagship-level Qualcomm processor...

The Realme 16 5G is rumoured to be in development as the successor to the Realme 15 5G, which was introduced in July 2025. While the company has yet to confirm its existence, the purported smartphone has surfaced via a retailer listing, revealing its key specifications and hinting towards its imminent debut in select markets. As per the listing, the Realme 16 5G has a 6.57-inch AMOLED screen and runs Android 16-based firmware. Realme 16 5G Specifications (Rumoured) According to a Vietnamese retailer listing (via Gizmochina), the Realme 16 5G sports a 6.57-inch full HD+ AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 4,500 nits peak brightness. The display has AGC DT-Star D+ shield glass for scratch and drop protection. The smartphone itself carries IP66 + IP68 + IP69 + IP69K dust and water resistance ratings. The purported Realme handset is listed with a dual rear camera system, comprising a 50-megapixel primary sensor and a 2-megapixel secondary lens. It sports a 50-megapixel front-...

Realme P4 Power 5G is now confirmed to be launched by the Chinese smartphone maker in India soon, the tech firm announced on Thursday. This comes shortly after a dedicated microsite for an unspecified Realme P series smartphone was made live by the company on an e-commerce platform. However, the microsite did not mention the name of the phone. Now, a company executive has revealed that the microsite belongs to the upcoming Realme P4 Power 5G. A few specifications and features of the smartphone have also been teased. The handset will reportedly be equipped with a 10,000mAh battery. Realme P4 Power 5G to Arrive in India Soon In a post on X, Francis Wong, Realme Global's Head of Product Marketing, has announced that the dedicated microsite for a Realme P series phone, which went live on Flipkart on Wednesday, belongs to the Realme P4 Power 5G, confirming its imminent launch and availability via the e-commerce platform in the country. Additionally, the company executive has teased a fe...

The Realme Neo 8 is confirmed to be launched in China soon as the successor to the Realme Neo 7. Ahead of its anticipated debut, the company has revealed key details about the upcoming handset via its social media, such as its colourways. It will be available in three colour options, including the previously teased Cyber Mecha shade. The Realme Neo 8 is teased to have an esports-inspired transparent RGB design. Realme Neo 8 Colour Options In a Weibo post, Realme announced that the upcoming Realme Neo 8 will be offered in three colour options— Cyber Purple, Mecha Gray, and Origin White (translated from Chinese). The company says Cyber Purple is a “flash fantasy” and depicts a trendy play arena, while Mecha Gray is “steady and deep”. The Origin White shade is claimed to be “truly flawless”. All of the colourways of the Realme Neo 8 sport the same transparent RGB design, with VOOC branding accented in orange. The handset has a see-through rear panel, showcasing some of its internal design...

The Oppo Reno 15 Series 5G was launched in India on January 8, alongside the Oppo Pad 5. All the latest products will be available for purchase beginning today (January 13) at 12pm IST. The Reno 15 Series 5G has three models — Oppo Reno 15 5G, Reno 15 Pro 5G, and Reno 15 Pro Mini 5G, and all of them are available with offers. Customers can avail of cashbacks, no-cost EMI offers, and more. Oppo Reno 15 Series 5G Price in India, Offers The Oppo Reno 15 5G price in India begins at Rs. 45,999 for the base model with 8GB + 256GB variant. The 12GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB RAM and storage configurations are priced at Rs. 48,999 and Rs. 53,999, respectively. The Oppo Reno 15 Pro 5G and Reno 15 Pro Mini 5G prices begin at Rs. 67,999 and Rs. 59,999, respectively, for the base 12GB + 256GB configurations. As part of the offers, customers can avail of up to a 10 percent instant cashback on credit card purchases with select bank partners, along with UPI transactions. There are also no-cost EMI offe...

Amazon Great Republic Day Sale 2026 is set to go live starting January 16, and just like the company's other flagship sale events, individuals will see discounts and deals across a wide range of devices, including smartphones, laptops, smartwatches, earbuds, speakers, smart TVs, home appliances, and more. While the e-commerce giant has not revealed many deals for the upcoming sale, iQOO India has now shared the discounted prices of some of its handsets that will be available during the sale. iQOO Smartphone Offers Revealed In a post on X (formerly known as Twitter), the official handle of iQOO announced the on-sale prices of several smartphones the company launched last year. The biggest highlight in the list is the iQOO 15, the flagship smartphone, which was launched in November 2025. It features a 6.85-inch display with a 144 refresh rate, a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, and a 7,000 mAh battery with 100W wired fast charging support. The iQOO 15 was launched at a starting pric...

Honor is reportedly working on a new smartphone in its X-series. The company is reported to launch the Honor X80 in China in the coming days. Now, ahead of its official unveiling, key specifications of the smartphone have been tipped online. Moreover, the pricing details of the upcoming Honor smartphone have been leaked. As per the latest information, the handset might be powered by a 10,000mAh battery. Here's what you need to know. Honor X80 Price, Key Specifications Leaked Popular tipster Digital Chat Station has revealed key details about the Honor X80 on Weibo. The tipster claims that the upcoming Honor handset is reported to be priced around CNY 1,000 (roughly Rs. 13,000). He further revealed key specifications of the smartphone. As per the tipster, the Honor X80 is reported to feature a massive 10,000mAh battery. The tipster also claims that the handset might also pack a large 6.81-inch LTPS display. Moreover, the screen is reported to feature a 1.5K resolution. The Honor X80...

The OnePlus Turbo 6 and Turbo 6V were recently announced as the company's first smartphones of 2026 in China. Another OnePlus handset, however, may be on the cards, too. According to a tipster, the China-based brand is said to be developing a new smartphone powered by the flagship MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset. It is expected to feature a flat OLED screen, large and rounded corners and a 9,000mAh-class battery. Mystery OnePlus Smartphone According to a Weibo post by tipster Digital Chat Station (translated from Chinese), a new OnePlus smartphone is in development. The purported handset is powered by MediaTek's flagship Dimensity 9500 chipset. It is reported to be a performance-centric model that offers high-end hardware and new cooling tech. While the tipster did not reveal the phone's moniker, Gizmochina speculates it could be the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra. The tipster claims that the mystery OnePlus handset's prototype sports a 6.78-inch 1.5K LTPS flat OLED screen. It is ...

The Oppo Reno 15 Series 5G is all set be launched in India today. Arriving as the successor to 2025's Reno 14, the upcoming lineup is expected to comprise three models — Oppo Reno 15, Reno 15 Pro, and the all-new Reno 15 Pro mini. In the days leading up to its launch, the company has revealed that the Reno 15 series will place a strong emphasis on design and AI-enhanced photography. Oppo Reno 15 Series 5G India Launch Details The Oppo Reno 15 Series 5G will be launched in India today at 12pm IST. The company has scheduled a livestream for the event on YouTube. Alternatively, you can also catch the Oppo Reno 15 Series 5G India launch live via the media player embedded below. Oppo Reno 15 Series 5G Price in India, Availability (Expected) Reports suggest that the vanilla Oppo Reno 15 will be priced under Rs. 50,000. Meanwhile, the Reno 15 Pro Mini could cost less than Rs. 40,000. However, the Reno 15 Pro is reported to come with a higher price tag than the Reno 14 Pro. For context, th...

The Motorola Razr Fold was announced at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 on Wednesday. It debuts a new form factor in the Lenovo-owned brand's smartphone portfolio, joining the Razr Flip as just the second foldable model. The company claims it is designed to adapt to the user's world with flexible layouts and interfaces. The Motorola Razr Fold sports an 8.1-inch inner screen and a 6.6-inch cover display. It supports Moto Pen Ultra stylus input, while there are on-device AI features, too. Motorola Razr Fold Features, Specifications The Motorola Razr Fold will be available in Pantone Blackened Blue and Pantone Lily White colourways. In terms of design, it sports curved edges, a prominent hinge, and a rear camera module that closely resembles Motorola's existing smartphone designs. There is a centred hole-punch cutout on the outer screen for the front camera, while the selfie camera has been aligned to one of the corners on the inner display. As per the company, the Mo...

TCL has announced the Nxtpaper 70 Pro at CES 2026, and the latest addition to the company's smartphone lineup introduces Nxtpaper 4.0, which allows users to switch between different modes through a dedicated 'Nxtpaper Key'. The phone is said to be designed to deliver an all-day, all-scenario eye-friendly viewing experience for modern digital use. The company recently introduced the TCL Note A1 Nxtpaper e-note in select global markets with an 11.5-inch display, AI features, stylus support and an 8,000mAh battery. TCL Nxtpaper 70 Pro Price, Availability In Europe, the TCL Nxtpaper 70 Pro with 256GB storage and bundled accessories is priced at EUR 339 (roughly Rs. 35,800), while the 512GB variant with bundled accessories costs EUR 389 (roughly Rs. 41,100). It is offered in Nebular Gold and Stellar Blue finishes. The TCL Nxtpaper 70 Pro smartphone will launch in February and will be available across Europe, Asia-Pacific, North America, the Middle East and Africa, and Latin Amer...

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to be launched later this month or in early February. With little time remaining, new information about the device is surfacing more quickly. The smartphone will be part of the Galaxy S26 series, with the base model and the Galaxy S26+ joining the Ultra variant. A new leak has now revealed the possible colour options for the Galaxy S26 Ultra, suggesting that the nomenclature might see a branding shift away from “Titanium.” Separately, another tipster claimed to have seen the smartphone's camera design in person. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra's Leaked Colour Options Spark Debate In a post on X (formerly known as Twitter), user @jan_agrs shared screenshots of what is said to be an early teaser of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. The teaser was said to be seen on Instagram in Indonesia, and it showcased the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Elite chipset for the Galaxy S26 Ultra, as well as four colour options it can be released with. There is a possibility that it i...

Apple is rumoured to introduce its next-generation flagship mobile chipset based on the 2nm node in 2026, following in the footsteps of Samsung, which unveiled the 2nm Exynos 2600 in December. The development of the purported processor, however, could make future iPhone models more expensive. According to a report, the Cupertino-based tech giant will be forced to pay more money to its chip supplier due to the rising price of silicon wafers. Price Hike for the iPhone 18 Series Apple is expected to launch four iPhone models in September 2026 — iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, iPhone Air successor, and iPhone Fold 2. The purported handsets may be powered by the A20 or the A20 Pro processor, fabricated on Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC)'s 2nm process node. According to a recent report from Taiwan, TSMC is increasing the price of the silicon wafers, which are used as the substrate on which the materials are printed. A 2nm node typically uses a 12-inch wafer, comprisin...

Samsung is expected to unveil several smartphones in 2026, headlined by the flagship Galaxy S26 series and the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8. Details, including key specifications and launch date, of the aforementioned handsets have now surfaced ahead of their anticipated debut. According to a report, the Galaxy S26 series will not receive a price hike, amid rising prices of its competitors due ot the RAM shortage. The handsets could be launched in February. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 are reportedly lighter than their predecessors. Samsung Galaxy S26 Series, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Price, Launch Date (Leaked) A recent report out of South Korea suggests that Samsung has decided against raising the prices of the Galaxy S26 series, the Galaxy Z Fold 8, and the Galaxy Z Flip 8. The company reportedly aims to simultaneously protect its market share and profitability by defending the sales volume. The report reiterated that the Samsung Galaxy S26 series will be launched on Fe...