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The Poco F9 series is all set to be launched in the global markets soon. The company recently confirmed that its upcoming performance-focussed lineup will include two models — Poco F9 Pro and Poco F9 Ultra, with the vanilla F9 variant unlikely to debut. Both models expected to be based on the Redmi K100 series smartphones sold in China. The Xiaomi sub-brand has now revealed that the Poco F9 series will be powered by Qualcomm's flagship mobile chipset. Poco F9 Pro, F9 Ultra Chipsets Teased In an X post, Poco revealed confirmed that the upcoming Poco F9 series will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset family. The handsets are expected to mirror the chipset configuration of the corresponding Redmi K100 series models in China. The Poco F9 Ultra will feature the standard Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, while the Poco F9 Pro is confirmed to use the binned version of the SoC, known as the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V series. The announcement comes a day after the company reveal...

The Poco F9 series has been rumoured to be in development for quite a while now, and we finally have a launch date. The lineup is expected to comprise two models,and the company has taken the wraps off their monikers. The handsets will be launched in the global markets in early September. They are expected to arrive as rebranded versions of the Redmi K100 series models, which are exclusive to China. The Poco F9 series could be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. Poco F9 Series Launch Date The Xiaomi sub-brand will introduce the Poco F9 series in the global markets on September 1 at 8pm GMT (1:30am IST). The brand has announced that its lineup will consist of the Poco F9 Pro and Poco F9 Ultra. The company is said to be skipping the launch of the standard F9, similar to the previous generation. The teaser image reveals two colourways of the Poco F9 series, including white and a Dark Cherry colourway, which is also offered on the Redmi K100 series as the Cabernet Sauvignon. T...

Apple's first foldable iPhone is finally expected to be unveiled later this year alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models. The device, dubbed the iPhone Ultra, is likely to enter into a category which already has rivals from Samsung, Oppo, Google, and other brands. While there are still a few weeks to go before its debut, a select group of people have reportedly had a chance to try out Apple's first ever foldable. They praise its larger display yet a pocket-friendly design, hinge, and iPad-like app layouts. iPhone Ultra User Experience According to Mark Gurman's Power On newsletter, people who have used the iPhone Ultra like how it look and fits into a pocket. The hinge mechanism is also said to have impressed early users, with its durability and overall feel reportedly standing out. On the front, Apple's foldable is expected to offer a conventional foldable experience, with a compact outer screen when folded, and a considerably larger internal display when opened. Apple is a...

Nothing will unveil its next-generation Nothing OS 5.0 firmware version next week, the London-based tech firm has announced. The new OS version is expected to be based on Android 17, which was launched earlier this year. Currently, the stable version of the Android 17 update is only available on select Google Pixel devices, including the Pixel 6 and newer smartphones and the Pixel Tablet. However, the various smartphone makers, like Motorola, Oppo, and Vivo, have announced their respective beta programmes for developers. Nothing is also expected to announce its own Nothing OS 5.0 beta programme soon, followed by the release of its first beta version. Nothing OS 5.0 Set to Launch Globally on August 25 On Thursday, in a post on X, the Carl Pei-led smartphone maker announced that Nothing OS 5.0 will be unveiled on August 25 at 11:00 am BST (3:30 pm IST). While the video teaser does not reveal any details about the upcoming major firmware update, it does hint at a few design changes, inclu...

Samsung on Wednesday announced a new Galaxy event for August. It will be the South Korean tech conglomerate's third hardware launch event of the year, following the February and July showcases, where we saw the debut of the Galaxy S26 series and the new-generation Galaxy Z foldables, respectively. The company, however, remains cryptic about what could be introduced, with Samsung teasing the impending arrival of the ‘newest addition to the Galaxy S26 family'. This is likely a reference to the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE, which has been the subject of several leaks in recent months. Samsung Galaxy Event The Samsung Galaxy event for August 2026 will be held on August 27. It will be a virtual event, which will be streamed live via Samsung's official website and YouTube channel from 9pm KST (5:30pm IST). Although the tech giant stopped short of explicitly naming its upcoming handset, Samsung said that the upcoming Galaxy S26-series addition is designed to bring many Galaxy S26 experie...

The iPhone 18 series is expected to be just a couple of months away, and leaks about Apple's next-generation smartphones are now surfacing rapidly. For months now, it has been rumoured that the iPhone 18 Pro models could bring about a major camera upgrade, thanks to the introduction of variable aperture technology. A tipster, however, now claims that only one of the models may be equipped with a variable aperture camera. It may feature sensor upgrades, too. iPhone 18 Pro Max May Get Variable Aperture Camera According to a Weibo post by tipster Ice Universe (translated from Chinese), Apple could make the variable aperture camera exclusive to the iPhone 18 Pro Max. While the tipster stopped short of revealing additional details about the component, it was suggested that its the sensor's physical size could be one of the reasons why it may only be accommodated on Apple's larger Pro model. If true, it would make the iPhone 18 Pro Max Apple's first smartphone to feature this...

Samsung released its Android 17-based One UI 9 update last month alongside the latest generation Galaxy Z foldables. While it is still in the rollout stage for older Samsung Galaxy models, leaks about its next iteration have already begun surfacing. A fresh leak reportedly offers an early look at what to expect from the One UI 9.5 update, which is expected to be months away. It could offer glass-like visual elements across the UI, alongside smoother app animations and other changes. One UI 9.5 Changes X user @fahadalijaved shared alleged screenshots of a leaked One UI 9.5 firmware running on their Galaxy S26. The images are said to depict improvements to the visual smoothness of the interface. App opening and closing animations are claimed to have been reworked, with more fluid transitions than before. The South Korean tech conglomerate has also reportedly redesigned the fingerprint enrolment interface, with the setup process receiving a refreshed visual treatment. Another alleged chan...

The Poco M8x 5G is confirmed to launch in India soon. It is expected to arrive as the latest addition to the M8-series lineup, which already comprises the Poco M8 and recently launched Poco M8 Power. While the company has teased its design, a launch date has yet to be announced. Ahead of its anticipated debut, a tipster has leaked the purported price and key hardware details of the upcoming handset. Poco M8x 5G Price, Specifications (Expected) According to an X post by tipster Yogesh Brar, the POCO M8x 5G could be priced at under Rs. 20,000 in India. For comparison, the launch price of the Poco M8 5G was set at Rs. 18,999 for the base variant with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage. Meanwhile, the recently launched Poco M8 Power 5G starts at Rs. s. 24,999 for the 6GB + 128GB RAM and onboard storage variant. The tipster claims that the upcoming Poco handset will sport a 6.9-inch HD+ IPS LCD screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, it is said to be powered by a MediaTek Dim...

Xiaomi on Thursday announced its next major software update dubbed HyperOS 4. It is claimed to bring a redesigned user interface, new AI-powered features, and system-level performance improvements. Among the highlights is a glass-inspired design language with realistic refraction effects, similar to Apple's Liquid Glass for the iPhone. HyperOS 4 will initially be rolling out in beta with Super AI Assistant 2.0 powered by Xiaomi's in-house MiMo large language model. HyperOS 4 Availability, Eligible Devices Xiaomi will roll out HyperOS 4 in beta beginning today, with a first batch of flagship smartphones and tablets. The initial rollout is expected to be limited to China. It includes the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, Xiaomi 17 Pro, Xiaomi 17, Redmi K90 Pro Max, Redmi K90 Pro Max Champion Edition, Redmi K90, Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro, and Xiaomi Pad 8. A second batch is scheduled to begin receiving the HyperOS 4 beta from August 27. This list includes t...

Vivo S50t Vitality Edition has been launched in China as the latest addition to the company's S50 lineup. The handset sports a 6.59-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, coupled with up to 16GB of RAM and up to 512GB of onboard storage. Optics are headlined by a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera. The Vivo S50t Vitality Edition packs a 6,500mAh battery. Vivo S50t Vitality Edition Price, Availability The price of the Vivo S50t Vitality Edition starts at CNY 3,299 (roughly Rs. 46,700) for the 12GB RAM and 256GB onboard storage variant, while the 12GB + 512GB variant costs CNY 3,699 (roughly Rs. 52,300). It is also offered in a 16GB + 512GB variant, priced at CNY 3,999 (roughly Rs. 56,600). The Vivo S50t Vitality Edition can be purchased in Space Black, Inspiration Purple, Confession White, and Serene Blue (translated from Chinese) colour options via the Vivo online store in China. Vivo S50t Vitality Edition Fe...

Apple raised the prices of multiple devices in one go in June, including the newly launched entry-level MacBook Neo, MacBook Air, and Pro with M5 chips, Mac Mini with the M4 chip, and iPad models, and other smart home devices. While the Cupertino-based tech giant did not raise the prices of its smartphones that are on sale, rumours regarding an imminent price hike have been surfacing online for a while. Recently, a report highlighted that the prices of iPhone models will increase in August. Now, a tipster claims that Apple will raise the prices of all new and old iPhone models with the launch of the iPhone 18 Pro lineup. iPhone Prices Could Be Increased By September 8 In a post on X on Tuesday, tipster Yogesh Brar (@heyitsyogesh) claimed that Apple will increase the prices of all iPhone models by September 8, with the launch of the new iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Ultra, the company's first book-style foldable. The company will likely also raise the prices of its ol...

The Google Pixel 11 series is all set to be unveiled at the Made by Google event on August 12. Ahead of their anticipated debut, alleged hands-on images of the Pixel 11 Pro XL have now surfaced online. It appears to have the familiar Pixel design, while introducing the new notification light. Meanwhile, a retail box also reveals another colour option of the purported handset. Google has also teased both shades of the Pixel 11 Pro XL in a recent social media post. Google Pixel 11 Pro XL Images Leak @PixelNewsHub originally posted the alleged hands-on images on X. The images reportedly come from carrier demo units that arrived ahead of Google's upcoming Made by Google event. The most notable detail is the matte black finish. The leaked handset appears to have a dark grey or near-black colour across its rear panel. The overall design remains closely related to the previous-generation Pixel Pro models. The camera bar may also retain its familiar horizontal layout, though it includes a ...

The soaring prices of memory components have affected tech companies across the industry, with even Apple unable to absorb the costs fully. The Cupertino-based tech giant has already raised prices of several products in recent months, although the iPhone 17 series has so far avoided a similar fate in most markets. But that could change very soon. A new leak claims that Apple could announce a price hike for its flagship smartphone lineup very soon. iPhone 17 Price Hike Tipped Tipster Fixed Focus Digital claimed on Weibo that rumours are circulating about an iPhone 17 price revision taking effect on August 10 (via MacRumors). However, the tipster appeared less certain about whether the price change would actually happen. The post further claimed that Apple had cancelled plans to increase production capacity on some lines by 15 to 30 percent. The tipster, however, did not specify which products this referred to. The latest claim comes after Apple raised prices across several other product...

The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has been sighted on various certification platforms lately, which indicates that its launch could be on the horizon. While the South Korean tech conglomerate has yet to confirm the purported handset, it has now been spotted on yet another database, revealing several key hardware details. The listing suggests that the Galaxy S26 FE could continue using an Exynos chipset, while adopting Qualcomm's FastConnect platform for wireless connectivity. Samsung Galaxy S26 FE FCC Listing The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has been spotted on the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification website. It sheds some light on the purported handset's wireless hardware. The filing (via Android Authority) allegedly references both Samsung LSI (S.LSI) and Qualcomm technologies. This usually means that the phone may ship with different chipsets across markets, but that does not seem to be the case with Samsung's next-generation ‘Fan Edition' model. Based on the F...

Apple's first foldable iPhone is finally expected to debut this year alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models. While the Cupertino-based tech giant has yet to confirm the details, a new report suggests that the purported handset could have a significant impact on the foldable smartphone market. Samsung is reported to maintain its leadership position, but Apple's foray into this segment could lead to an increase in foldable smartphone shipments by 20 percent, with wider adoption of book-style foldables also playing a key factor. iPhone Ultra and Foldable Smartphone Market Growth According to a DigiTimes report, the overall smartphone market continues to face challenges due to tighter supplies of upstream logic chips and rising prices of memory components. However, the foldable smartphone segment is expected to remain resilient and continue growing. Citing industry sources, the report forecasts a 20 percent increase in global shipments this year compared to 2025. The report attributes ...

iQOO Z11 will be launched in India this month, the Vivo sub-brand has confirmed. This comes shortly after the tech firm began teasing the debut of the handset in the country. A company executive recently revealed the design and colour options of the iQOO Z11, confirming that it will sport a different design than its Chinese counterpart. Recently, a report pointed out that it will also be powered by an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 7000 series chipset, which is different from the MediaTek Dimensity 8000 series SoC found on the Chinese version. It is confirmed to sport a 3D curved display and curved rear panel, too. UPDATE: iQOO has announced that the iQOO Z11 will be launched in India on August 20. iQOO Z11 India Launch Set for August In a post on X, iQOO India's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Nipun Marya has shared an image with a countdown and the tagline “Guess the Launch Date”, which confirms that the iQOO Z11 will be launched in India in August. The teaser also hints that the Ind...

The Redmi 17 5G has been rumoured to be in development for some time and is expected to hit the global markets soon. Ahead of its anticipated debut, a fresh leak has detailed the design, key specifications, and expected pricing of the global variant of the purported handset. According to a report, it could be powered by a Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 chipset. The Redmi 17 5G is expected to sport a 6.9-inch 120Hz LCD screen. Redmi 17 5G Global Variant Price, Design, Specifications (Expected) According to details shared by tipster Sudhanshu in a 91Mobiles report, the Redmi 17 5G will be priced at EUR 250 (roughly Rs. 27,400) for the base variant with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage. Other RAM and storage configurations of the phone have yet to be revealed. Based on leaked renders, the purported handset could be offered in Orange, Black, and Blue colourways. The Orange version will reportedly have a textured rear panel, while all three variants may sport flat edges and a rectangular camera ...

Apple's first foldable iPhone is widely rumoured to launch later this year alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models. While the Cupertino-based tech giant has yet to confirm its plans, a seasoned journalist believes it could be the company's most expensive iPhone model to date. To make it more accessible to prospective buyers, Apple is reportedly offering the purported foldable, known as the iPhone Ultra, via the recently announced Apple Upgrade leasing programme. iPhone Ultra via Apple Upgrade Programme In the latest edition of the Power On newsletter, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said that the iPhone Ultra is expected to start at "at least $2,000, if not more." The journalist noted that Samsung's latest foldable smartphone is priced at around $1,900 (1.89 lakh), while Apple is expected to position its purported handset as a more premium offering. Gurman believes Apple's recently launched Apple Upgrade programme could make the high asking price easier to afford for c...

The Nothing Phone (4a) could soon become more expensive in India. A tipster claims that the mid-range smartphone from the UK-based brand is expected to be in line to receive a price hike across all RAM and onboard storage configurations beginning next month. The handset was launched in India in March alongside the Phone (4a) Pro, equipped with a Snapdragon 7 series chip, a new Glyph Bar lighting system, and a 5,400mAh battery. Nothing Phone (4a) Price Hike In an X Post, tipster Yogesh Brar (@heyitsyogesh) claimed that the Nothing Phone (4a) will receive a price hike in India from August 1. According to the tipster, the 8GB + 128GB RAM and onboard storage variant will be priced at Rs. 42,999. The 8GB + 256GB option is tipped to cost Rs. 46,999, while the top-end 12GB + 256GB variant could see its price hike to Rs. 49,999. If the tipster's claims are accurate, all three variants of the Nothing Phone (4a) could become more expensive by Rs. 3,000. Customers who wish to buy the handset ...

Google has once again teased its upcoming Pixel 11 series ahead of its launch at the Made by Google 2026 event. With roughly two weeks to go before the company's next hardware showcase, the Mountain View-based tech giant's new promotional video provides a head-on look at the upcoming Pixel 11 Pro. The teaser continues Google's "Ask more of your phone" campaign and highlights several of its first-party apps, including Gemini, Gmail, Maps, Search, and Photos. Google Pixel 11 Pro Teaser The latest Pixel 11 Pro teaser builds on Google's "Ask more of your phone" campaign, which the company introduced last year. The promotional video highlights how several Google services already form part of a user's everyday digital life. It also depicts how switching to a Pixel smartphone should be the natural "next move". The video uses an instrumental version of Nas' I Can as its soundtrack. Gemini, Gmail, Google Maps, Search, Calendar, and Docs are ...