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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 ...