Oppo has officially confirmed that it will unveil the Find X7 series of smartphones at 2:30 pm (local time) on Jan. 8, 2024, in China. In addition, the Find X7 and Find X7 Ultra smartphones are now listed on Oppo China’s online store for reservations. The official listings have confirmed the configurations and color options of both smartphones well ahead of the official announcement.
Oppo Find X7 series launch date
Oppo Find X7
Reports have revealed that the Find X7 will come equipped with the Dimensity 9300 chipset. The official listing reveals that it will come in four configurations, such as 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, 16 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, 16 GB RAM + 512 GB storage, and 16 GB RAM + 1 TB storage.
The Find X7 will be available in four shades, such as Starry Sky Black, Sea and Sky, Desert Moon Silver, and Smokey Purple.
Oppo Find X7 Ultra
The Find X7 Ultra is expected to come equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC. It will be available in three variants, such as 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, 16 GB RAM + 256 GB storage, and 16 GB RAM + 512 GB storage.
Find X7 Ultra: Pine Shadow InkFind X7 Ultra: Sea and SkyFind X7 Ultra: Desert Moon Silver.
When it comes to color options, the Find X7 Ultra will come in choices such as Pine Shadow Ink, Sea and Sky, and Desert Moon Silver.
The Find X7 and Find X7 Ultra have a similar design, with the front featuring a punch-hole display with curved edges and a dual-tone back panel with a massive camera module. The Find X7 has a triple-camera unit, whereas the Find X7 Ultra has a quad-camera system. The Ultra variant will be the world’s first smartphone to feature dual periscope telephoto cameras. In addition, it will also be the first-ever phone to feature the one-inch Sony LYT-900 50-megapixel camera sensor as the primary snapper.
It is said that there will be a third device called the Oppo Find X7 Ultra Satellite Communication Version, which will come with support for two-way satellite communication. The rest of its specs will be identical to the Find X7 Ultra.
Xiaomi is adding a bit of extra polish to its upcoming flagship foldable just before the official launch. Lu Weibing (Xiaomi’s partner and Mobile Phone Division President) just showed off a Ceramic Special Edition of the Xiaomi 18 Fold in a soft pink finish, saying each piece features a unique color.
The special edition sticks to the same overall design as the regular version: no extra decorative flourishes. The main draw is that delicate pink ceramic finish, which gives it a soft, elegant look. The standard colors are Warm Gold White, Black, and Western Red. Design-wise, the phone has an ultra-narrow four-sided equal-bezel layout with big super-elliptical rounded corners, a racetrack-shaped Deco camera module on the back, and a completely flat wraparound frame for a clean, minimalist feel.
Xiaomi is calling the 18 Fold a new “mid-fold” form factor. Both the outer 5.38″ screen and the inner 7.58″ display use a paper-like √2:1 aspect ratio and are protected by double-layer UTG ultra-thin glass. Inside sits Xiaomi’s new Xring O3 flagship chip, which has already scored over 5.22 million points on AnTuTu. It’s also one of the first phones to use Changxin LPDDR6 memory, with bandwidth reaching up to 113.8 GB/s.
The cameras are Leica-branded. There’s a 200MP main sensor (1/1.56″), a 50MP periscope telephoto with 3.5x optical zoom, and a 50MP ultra-wide. Xiaomi is highlighting a few unique shooting modes: you can use it closed like a classic point-and-shoot with a large 4:3 viewfinder, get a real-time HD preview on the outer screen when it’s open, or treat it as a creative platform for post-production with professional software. You can check out the official camera samples here.
Battery-wise, it packs a 6000mAh cell (20% silicon content, 920 Wh/L energy density) with 67W wired and 50W wireless charging.
Lu Weibing has already said the price will be over 10,000 yuan, which puts it firmly in high-end territory. The full reveal is just a few hours away: it’s scheduled for later today at 7:00 PM China time.
Timex has expanded its US lineup with two new Peanuts-themed chronographs, integrating classic comic characters into its existing Q Timex and Marlin collections. Both watches are currently listed on the Timex US website, offering standard quartz chronograph functionality paired with mid-century design cues.
Design Details & Pricing
The first of the two releases is the Peanuts x Q Timex Chronograph (model TW6A04400), priced at $259. It features a 40mm brushed and polished stainless steel case with a green dial and a matching green aluminum tachymeter top ring. The primary design hook is a Snoopy illustration located on the 9 o’clock sub-dial.
From a hardware perspective, the watch includes a date window positioned between 4 and 5 o’clock, luminant hands, and applied dimensional indices. It measures 14mm thick with a 46mm lug-to-lug distance and weighs 77.6 grams. The watch ships with an 18mm brown natural leather strap, equipped with quick-release spring bars for tool-free swapping.
Like many of Timex’s retro reissues, it uses an acrylic crystal, a lightweight plastic polymer that provides a vintage look but is more prone to scratching than sapphire, though it can be polished. This specific model is currently listed as pre-order.
The second model is the Peanuts x Timex Marlin Chronograph (model TW2Y85300), available for $279. This watch leans into a 1960s racing aesthetic. It features a 40mm polished stainless steel case, a blue sunray dial bisected by a racing stripe, and an outer tachymeter index.
Snoopy and Woodstock are integrated into the dial layout, with the 3 o’clock sub-dial marked with a 50 to reference the comic strip’s original debut in 1950. The Marlin is slightly slimmer than the Q at 13.5mm thick, though it has a longer 48mm lug-to-lug distance and a lighter overall weight of 55.5 grams.
It comes with a 20mm perforated blue leather strap, also featuring quick-release spring bars. It utilizes a domed acrylic crystal and retro square markers at the 3, 9, and 12 o’clock positions.
Both chronographs are powered by standard battery-operated quartz analog movements and offer 50 meters of water resistance, making them suitable for light water exposure but not diving.
Early performance numbers for Samsung’s upcoming Exynos 2700 are starting to leak, and they give a decent first look at what the company might bring to the Galaxy S27 series next year.
The chip scored 4,328 in single-core and 14,700 in multi-core on Geekbench version 6.7.1. These results come from an internal benchmark list. An earlier public listing from April (on Geekbench 6.6.0) showed much lower numbers, 2,603 single-core and 10,350 multi-core, but the two can’t really be compared directly. Different software versions and a more mature sample make a clean apples-to-apples comparison impossible.
The newer results line up with previously leaked die-shot details. The chip uses a 10-core setup arranged as 1+4+1+4. One cluster has a single Arm C1-Ultra core and four C1-Pro cores. The other has a C2-Ultra core paired with four C2-Pro cores. Mixing older and newer Arm designs like this seems to be Samsung’s way of chasing both strong peak performance and better sustained efficiency than past Exynos chips.
On the graphics side, it’s expected to use an Xclipse 970 GPU. There’s also talk of a dedicated NPU for on-device AI tasks, plus support for LPDDR6 memory, which should give it the bandwidth needed for heavier next-gen workloads.
Samsung is widely expected to put the Exynos 2700 in the Galaxy S27, S27+, and the S27 Pro. It’s reportedly being built on Samsung Foundry’s improved SF2P 2 nm process.
These are still early test numbers, not final production results. But the more complex core layout and modern memory support suggest Samsung is making a real push to close the gap with competing flagship processors. We’ll need real-device benchmarks before we know how competitive the Exynos 2700 actually ends up being when the Galaxy S27 series launches early next year.
Just two weeks after we reviewed the CAMON Slim, we’ve already received another CAMON Slim — except this time, it’s the 5G version. I told you TECNO is the biggest fan of slim phones in the world, and now you have to believe me, right? Although they both carry the CAMON Slim name, the differences between them are bigger than we expected. Not just the looks—the accessories are different too.
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Unboxing
Like the 4G version, the CAMON Slim 5G comes in a dual-layer packaging design. All the accessories for the Slim 5G are placed above the phone. Apart from the user manual, warranty card, and SIM pin, the rest of the stuff is actually a step up from the 4G version.
For example, the case now features a magnetic ring on the back. They also throw in a better tempered glass screen protector, along with a kit to help you apply it. Below the phone, you’ll find the charger and cable. And as you can see, a 45W charger means it supports 45W fast charging—which is one of the very few areas where the 5G version actually falls behind the 4G one.
Design & Build Quality
The CAMON Slim 5G is just as thin as the 4G version—only 6.39mm. The dimensions are pretty much the same too.
But since the 5G version has a flat display, the frame are a bit thicker, which honestly makes it feel more comfortable in the hand. As for durability, well, it’s got IP68 and IP69K water and dust resistance, plus US military-grade drop certifications.
Bend test? Let me just go ahead and try it right now.
Even when I bent it with all my strength, it didn’t snap or warp — which shows its bend resistance is pretty solid.
Compared to the 4G version, the biggest change is that the LED matrix display on the back is gone. In its place is a small indicator light that can alert you to notifications or show the phone’s status.
The camera module also went from horizontal to vertical, so now the phone wobbles a bit when you set it down on a table. Our unit is in Burgundy Red, with a handwritten-style “CAMON” logo next to the camera. And of course, TECNO loves giving you plenty of color choices—the Mondrian and Van Gogh Blue versions are still around too.
It also has stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, an infrared remote, NFC, and a dedicated One-Tap button.
You can customize what function when you long-press it, but a single press is locked to the FlashMemo feature. So whenever you see something you want to save, just hit that button and it’ll summarize the page, then store it in MindHub—another neat trick exclusive to the 5G version.
Performance & Battery
The biggest complaint about the CAMON Slim has always been its weak processor, and this is where the 5G version really steps it up. It’s powered by the Dimensity 7300e platform, and the higher CPU clock speeds mean noticeably better performance.
As long as you’re okay with dialing down the graphics, even big 3D games run smoothly enough to be playable. More importantly, this chip supports 5G, so whether you’re on a 4G or 5G plan, the phone isn’t going to be the thing holding your internet speed back.
Software-wise, it runs HiOS 16 based on Android 16—clean interface, smooth animations. Just like the 4G model, TECNO promises three major Android updates over five years.
Maybe because the flat screen freed up some room inside, the Slim 5G actually packs a slightly larger battery than the 4G one. The trade-off is a bit slower charging, though 45W is still pretty decent even by flagship standards.
But honestly, in day-to-day use, the battery life and charging speeds aren’t that different between the two, so this probably isn’t going to be what makes or breaks your decision.
Display & Camera
The CAMON Slim 5G also has a 6.78-inch AMOLED screen with a 144Hz refresh rate. 2160Hz PWM dimming helps take the strain off your eyes. The bezels aren’t super slim, but at least they’re even on all four sides. On paper, the display specs are exactly the same as the 4G version, so they’re most likely using the same panel.
For cameras, the Slim 5G still has a 50MP main sensor form Sony, but it’s a different model. Slim 5G have the larger one. Plus, they’ve added an ultra-wide camera on the side.
The main camera performs great during the day, and even at 2X zoom, the shots stay sharp. The bigger sensor really shows what it can do in low light—at night, the Slim 5G gives you cleaner, less noisy images with faster shutter speeds, so you’re less likely to end up with blurry photos.
The 4G version not only has a weaker main camera, but also no ultra-wide lens—which is a pretty big downside. Sure, the ultra-wide on the 5G isn’t amazing quality-wise, but it’s better than nothing. Being able to fit more into the frame is already a huge win.
The only bummer is that video recording is still capped at 2K 30FPS. Don’t get me wrong—I’m pretty happy with the quality and stabilization, but I’d really love to see 4K or at least 2K 60FPS footage in my phone.
Conclusion
The CAMON Slim is a solid phone, but it does have its compromises—no ultra-wide, modest performance, and no 5G. That turned some people away. But the CAMON Slim 5G pretty much fixes all of that. And I’ll say it again—these phones aren’t meant for everyone, and that’s totally fine. Having more options on the market is always a good thing.
Last week, reliable tipster Digital Chat Station shared detailed information about the OnePlus 16’s camera setup. He has now posted new details about another key part of the upcoming flagship. The latest information points to a battery capacity that could make the OnePlus 16 one of the most endurance-focused flagships of its generation.
OnePlus 16 tipped to get a 9,000mAh battery
According to DCS, the OnePlus 16 will feature a 9,000mAh battery. While the OnePlus Turbo 6 in China and OnePlus Nord 6 in India already pack 9,000mAh batteries, the OnePlus 16 would be the first numbered-series OnePlus flagship to offer such a large battery. The phone is also said to use Oppo’s high-energy battery technology with support for low-voltage discharge, which should help accommodate the larger capacity without capacity restrictions.
The large battery will complement the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 processor, which is also tipped to power the OnePlus 16. DCS previously indicated that the phone could feature a 165Hz display refresh rate across more system and application scenarios, with supported games potentially reaching 185Hz. These specifications suggest that OnePlus is targeting both everyday endurance and high-performance gaming.
Previous reports have revealed that the OnePlus 16’s 9,000mAh battery is expected to support 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. The phone is also tipped to feature an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor, dual speakers, an X-axis vibration motor and IP68/IP69-rated protection. It is expected to run Android 17 with ColorOS 17.
The camera system is also shaping up to be a significant upgrade, with the OnePlus 16 reportedly featuring a 200-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel 3x periscope telephoto camera and a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera. A 50-megapixel autofocus selfie camera is also expected.
The OnePlus 16 is expected to launch in China by early October, although OnePlus has yet to confirm the launch date or specifications.
iQOO has quietly expanded its Z11 series lineup with a new model called the iQOO Z11xa 5G. It is the fourth device from the series to arrive in India, following the iQOO Z11x, Z11 Lite, and Z11. The new model is essentially a variant of the Z11x, with the main difference being its memory configuration.
iQOO Z11xa 5G specifications and features
iQOO Z11xa 5G
The iQOO Z11xa 5G features a 6.76-inch LCD display with a 2344 x 1080-pixel resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7400-Turbo 5G chipset and comes with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The phone runs OriginOS 6 and also supports extended RAM for additional multitasking. It is promised to be treated with two years of OS upgrades and four years of security updates.
The device packs a 7,200mAh battery with 44W FlashCharge support. iQOO says a 10-minute charge can provide up to six hours of calling. The phone also supports bypass charging, reverse charging and battery protection features, while the company claims the battery can retain at least 80% capacity after 1,600 complete charging cycles.
iQOO Z11xa 5G
The Z11xa 5G has a 50-megapixel Sony IMX852 main camera paired with a 2-megapixel bokeh sensor. A 32-megapixel camera handles selfies and video calls. The phone also supports 4K video recording on both its front and rear cameras.
On the connectivity front, the Z11x offers dual SIM 5G, Wi-Fi on 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, Bluetooth 5.4, and USB Type-C. Other features include stereo speakers and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and IP68 and IP69+ dust and water resistance.
iQOO Z11xa 5G
To sum up, the iQOO Z11xa’s hardware is completely identical to the Z11x. The only difference is that the Z11xa is locked to a single 8GB RAM + 128GB ROM configuration, whereas the Z11x also offers 6GB RAM and 256GB storage options.
iQOO Z11xa 5G price and availability
The iQOO Z11xa 5G is priced at Rs 28,999 (~$306) for the 8GB + 128GB configuration. With offers, it can be bought for as low as Rs 27,499 (~$290). It is offered in Titan Black and Prismatic Green colour options, with sales starting September 14 through Amazon Specials.
Nothing OS 5.0 is officially announced, and it’s one of the biggest software releases for the Nothing phones in recent years. Based on Android 17, the latest iteration brings an on-device AI app builder, a dedicated Glyph app, new widgets, and performance enhancements, among other major upgrades.
Alongside the new features and major upgrades, the brand has also revealed which Nothing phones will be upgraded to Nothing OS 5.0 and when they will receive the update. So, here’s everything you may need to know about the Nothing OS 5.0.
Nothing OS 5.0 supported devices list
Nothing has officially confirmed that these phones will be upgraded to Nothing OS 5.0:
Nothing Phone (3)
Nothing Phone (4a)
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro
Nothing Phone (3a)
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Nothing Phone (2a)
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
Nothing Phone (4b)
CMF Phone 2 Pro
Three phones, the Nothing Phone (1), Nothing Phone (2), and CMF Phone 1, are not eligible for the upgrade, as they have already reached the end of life (EOL) for software updates.
Nothing OS 5.0 Open Beta and stable rollout schedule
The Open Beta program kicks off August 26th, starting with the Phone (3), and will gradually expand to the remaining devices over the next 4-6 weeks. Unfortunately, the Phone (3a) Lite and CMF Phone 2 Pro won’t get beta releases.
The stable rollout goes live in mid-October, starting with Phone (3), and will be completed around mid-January 2027. Here’s a more detailed look at the official timeline:
Model
Open Beta
General Release
Phone (3)
August 26
Mid October
Phone (4a) Pro
Early September
Early November
Phone (4a)
Late September
Early November
Phone (3a) Pro
Late September
Early November
Phone (3a)
Late September
Early November
Phone (2a)
Mid October
Mid November
Phone (2a) Plus
Mid October
Mid November
Phone (3a) Lite
–
Late December
Phone (4b)
Mid December
Mid January
CMF Phone 2 Pro
–
Mid January
If you want to be a part of the beta program, you may read this dedicated post on the Nothing Community to know about the registration process and some important things you need to keep in mind.
How to install Nothing OS 5.0 beta update on your phone
Once the Nothing OS 5.0 Open Beta program goes live for your device, you can follow these steps to get the beta update.
Make sure to back up your important data, and that your phone is updated to the latest available firmware. Go to Settings > System > System updates to check for available updates.
Go to Settings > System > Nothing Beta and tap Check Version.
Tap Join Beta to register.
Once done, tap Go to Update and install the update.
If Go to Update doesn’t work, go to Settings > System > System updates and check for updates manually.
During registration, if you get an error that joining the beta has failed, the server might be under heavy load. You should try again in a few hours.
Nothing OS 5.0 update: New features and major upgrade
Visual upgrades and refinements
Separated Notifications & Quick Settings: Swiping down from the top-left corner shows all your notifications, while swiping down from the top-right corner opens a redesigned control center. The classic quick settings are still present, in case you don’t like the change.
Redesigned Control Center: The updated Control Center features iOS-like volume and brightness sliders, resizable tiles, and smoother animations. Tapping a Bluetooth device inside the Bluetooth tile now instantly connects or disconnects it rather than opening a separate menu.
Lucent theme: A brand new theme that adds translucent effects and Gaussian blur across widgets, search, home screen interactions, and first-party apps like Gallery.
Refreshed visuals: Status bar icons and animations are more expressive. Plus, redesigned icons and a clearer Settings app layout.
Home screen and lock screen customizations
Wallpaper-adaptive colors: App icons and 1×1 quick settings tiles naturally shift their color palettes to match the current wallpaper.
Away Time widget: Displays time spent away from the phone and weekly trends.
Collector widget: A digital frame widget that showcases your photos directly on the home screen.
Glyph Timer: Starts the timer directly from the home screen and displays the remaining time on the rear Glyph interface.
Improved Depth Effect: Improved subject positioning around the clock with edge blur and transparency.
New clock faces: “Gooey” features a bold, playful design, while “Micrographics” is inspired by mechanical typography. The latter is still undergoing final development.
Essential AI upgrades
Essential Voice: Upgraded on-device voice engine for faster speech processing and real-time transcription. Plus, improved formatting and Super Mic support for Ear (3).
Essential Space:
Adds Smart Selection to automatically group, sort, and organize your scattered photos and screen captures.
Adds MCP support to enable compatible AI platforms to search and read selected information from Essential Space.
Essential Apps Builder: Allows users to build custom apps by describing them in natural language and deploys them directly to the home screen.
Useful upgrades to built-in apps
Optimized Camera controls: Viewfinder controls are simplified, moving lens options to the top-left corner for less visual clutter.
Static QR code scanning: Results remain stationary at the bottom of the screen rather than shaking over the live viewfinder.
Dedicated Glyph app: Moves Glyph settings into a standalone app to control custom lighting animations, ringtone schedules, and sounds.
Android 17 core features
Expanded Dark Mode: Forces custom dark themes onto apps that don’t natively support dark mode.
Cross-Platform Quick Share: Generates QR codes to instantly share large files directly with iPhones and other non-Android devices.
Floating screen recorder: Adds a floating action pill for quick controls, editing, and sharing.
Privacy indicator changes: New status bar icons identifying AI processing, location access, and other sensitive permissions.
Isolated audio controls: You can now fine-tune smart assistant volume levels completely independently of our main system media slider.
Some fresh design sketches floating around (shared by Android Headlines) suggest Motorola is working on a wider book-style foldable, something that would sit alongside its flip phones and taller foldables.
The sketches show three different folding ideas: a big book-style foldable, a more compact clamshell, and this new wider version. The wide one is the most interesting part. It has a horizontal camera bar running across the back, centered near the top. That layout seems designed to stop the phone from rocking or wobbling when you set it down on a table, a common annoyance with most bar flagships and foldables launched in recent years.
Looking at the camera area, there are three openings. At least two are cameras, and the smaller third one could be a flash or some extra sensors. There’s also a front-facing camera in the upper-right corner of the inner screen (when you’re holding it in landscape), plus another one centered at the top of the outer cover display.
A few other details stand out. Motorola might be going for an “easy-open” design with gently contoured edges so it’s easier to unfold with one hand. There’s also talk of a crease-free (or at least less noticeable crease) screen and 3D glass. The materials also mention an ultra-slim body, so thinness seems to be a priority.
The source suggests this phone could show up in the coming months, but there’s still no official name, hard specs, or confirmed launch window. This comes at a time when the wider “passport-style” foldable format is starting to pick up steam, with Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Xiaomi’s upcoming 18 Fold. Motorola already has the Razr Fold in a taller book-style shape, so a wider option would give them a fuller foldable lineup.
Vivo has opened registrations for its OriginOS 7 internal beta program in China. The early testing phase covers a wide range of Vivo and iQOO smartphones and tablets. It also gives users an early opportunity to experience the upcoming software before its wider rollout.
14 Vivo and iQOO devices are eligible
The OriginOS 7 beta program covers the following 14 devices:
Each device will have 3,000 beta tester slots. Of these, 500 places will have logging enabled, while the remaining 2,500 participants will test the software without logging enabled. Registration opened on September 7 at 10:00 AM (China local time) and will remain available until 11:59 PM on Sept. 13. The list of selected testers is scheduled to be announced by September 15, with the beta update expected to roll out between 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM on Sept. 16.
Vivo says the internal testing build is still under development, so users could encounter bugs, unusual battery drain and compatibility problems with third-party apps. The update itself will not erase existing data, but users are advised to create a complete backup before installing it.
Eligible users can register through the phone’s Settings app by heading to System Management and Upgrade, System Upgrade and then Upgrade Early Access. The OriginOS 7 beta recruitment poster also shows the programme is focused on gathering user feedback before the software reaches a broader audience.
The Nubia NaviX Ultra is set to bring a different approach to smartphone intelligence when it arrives later this month. Nubia has now confirmed the launch date and opened reservations for the device. The company has also revealed several hardware details ahead of the event.
Nubia NaviX Ultra launch date confirmed
Nubia NaviX Ultra launch date
Nubia has announced that the NaviX Ultra will officially launch on Sept. 16 at 2:00 PM (local time) in China. It is being positioned as the world’s first AI-agent phone and has been developed jointly by ZTE and ByteDance. It will come with the Doubao Phone Assistant, which is designed around four core areas: understanding commands, completing tasks, remembering information, and security.
The phone will feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset alongside LPDDR5X memory supplied by ChangXin Memory Technologies. The memory can reach a 10,667Mbps data rate, marking the first mass-produced domestic LPDDR5X solution at this speed, according to the memory maker. The phone is also expected to feature a 6.78-inch 1.5K OLED flat display with a 144Hz refresh rate.
The NaviX Ultra will pack a 7,100mAh battery, with support for 90W or 100W wired charging and wireless charging. Its camera setup is expected to include a 50-megapixel main camera, an ultra-wide camera and a periscope telephoto camera, while the front camera will also reportedly use a 50-megapixel sensor.
The phone’s design includes a distinctive horizontal camera module across the rear and a dedicated orange AI key on the side for quickly accessing its AI features. The device is expected in multiple color options, including blue, black and white variants.
The Doubao assistant is intended to handle tasks across applications rather than simply responding to voice commands. Earlier information suggests the broader AI experience is moving towards app-provided MCP services instead of relying entirely on screen reading and simulated taps.
iQOO will hold a launch event to unveil the iQOO 16 by the end of this month or early October. Apart from announcing the performance-focused flagship, the brand will also introduce a new compact tablet powered by the latest Snapdragon 8-series chip. Today, reliable tipster Digital Chat Station released the following Weibo post to confirm its final moniker.
iQOO Pad Ultra details leaked
DCS claims that the company’s forthcoming compact tablet will be called the iQOO Pad Ultra. He further revealed that the device will be equipped with an 8.8-inch OLED panel and will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 series chipset.
The Pad Ultra is also said to have an active cooling fan for sustained performance. Other reported specifications include a large 9,000mAh battery and a square-shaped camera deco with a vent opening.
The device will be available in Shadow Black and Star Armor Silver color options. It will also have support for some accessories for an elevated gaming experience.
iQOO Pad Ultra 3C listing
Speculation is rife that the iQOO device with model number iPA2691, which has already appeared on Chinese certification platforms like SRRC and 3C, could be the iQOO Pad Ultra. The 3C listing has revealed that the device may support 66W fast charging. It also suggests that the tablet could be available only in W-Fi version, meaning it will not have SIM support.
The Oppo Find X10 series is set to put a strong emphasis on smartphone photography, with the company teasing several camera-focused upgrades. The upcoming lineup will introduce a new Hasselblad Super Clear Camera system designed around more natural-looking images. Oppo has also shared an early look at the phone’s rear camera design, giving us more clues about what to expect.
Oppo Find X10 series focuses on natural photography
Oppo Find X10 series’ first teaser
The Find X10 will feature a dual 200-megapixel camera setup jointly developed with Hasselblad, while the Find X10 Pro Max is positioned as the more aggressive option with three 200-megapixel cameras. Oppo says the approach is intended to preserve fine details without relying heavily on artificial processing that can introduce unnatural textures and skin.
The second-generation Danxia Color Restoration Lens is another key part of the system. It uses 24 sampling channels and a 15-stop dynamic range to capture ambient light and colors more accurately.
Oppo is also introducing its LUMO native light and shadow engine, which is designed to maintain more natural brightness and contrast, including better facial detail in backlit scenes.
Digital Chat Station has also shared details about the Find X10 Pro Max camera configuration. According to the tipster, the periscope camera’s aperture suggests that the phone may not use the previously rumored OV52A sensor. The production version could instead feature a conventional large-sensor 200-megapixel telephoto camera with a 70mm focal length and an f/2.1 aperture. The setup is also expected to support telephoto macro photography, while retaining the headline feature of three large-sensor 200-megapixel cameras.
The official poster shows a large, horizontal rear camera island with rounded corners and a stepped rectangular layout. Three visible camera openings are arranged within the main section, while a fourth circular area sits separately on the right.
The Find X10 series is set to launch this month (September) in China. Both devices have already appeared on the Geekbench benchmarking platform, revealing that they are powered by different Dimensity 9-series chipsets.
Timex has expanded its ongoing collaboration with the Peanuts franchise, releasing two new variations of the Expedition Acadia watch in the US market. The new models combine the utilitarian hardware of Timex’s outdoor-focused Expedition line with classic Beagle Scout character artwork on the dial.
Design Details
Both watches share the same core architecture. They are built around a 40mm matte black resin case, a material choice that keeps the overall weight down to a very light 44 grams. The case height measures 11mm with a lug-to-lug distance of 49.5mm, placing it firmly in the standard sizing category for modern field watches.
For the display, Timex is using an acrylic crystal. While more prone to scuffs than sapphire, acrylic is a standard inclusion at this price point due to its impact resistance and the fact that minor scratches can be easily polished out.
The release includes two distinct colorways. The first model (TW2Y84600) features a green dial paired with a matching 20mm green silicone strap. The second model (TW2Y84700) opts for a natural cream dial paired with a blue silicone strap. Both silicone bands utilize a quick-release spring bar mechanism, allowing wearers to swap out straps without the need for specialized watch tools.
On the dial, the watches feature full Arabic numerals, a standard date window at the three o’clock position, and luminescent in-fill on the hands and markers to provide visibility in low-light conditions. The artwork pays homage to the Beagle Scouts, featuring Snoopy and Woodstock in outdoor gear.
Internals and durability metrics are standard for the Expedition lineup. The watches are powered by a battery-operated quartz analog movement running on an SR626SW battery.
To handle outdoor environments, the case includes a built-in crown guard and carries a water resistance rating of 50 meters. Timex says this rating is adequate for light swimming, though it is not intended for snorkeling or diving.
Pricing and Availability
The Peanuts x Timex Expedition Acadia models are priced at $119 and available now directly through the Timex US website.
Google and Samsung are going head-to-head once again with two compact flagship smartphones packed with premium features. The Google Pixel 11 focuses on AI, photography, and battery versatility, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 brings flagship performance, a refined design, and powerful productivity features. So, which one offers the better value for your money? Let’s find out.
Major Features:
Category
Google Pixel 11
Samsung Galaxy S26
Winner
Design
Premium glass and aluminum build with IP68 protection
Premium glass and Armor Aluminum 2 construction with IP68 protection
Samsung – More refined and lightweight design
Display
OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, up to 3000 nits peak brightness
Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, up to 2600 nits
Samsung – LTPO technology offers a more premium experience
Performance
Google Tensor G6 chipset with 12GB RAM
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 or Exynos 2600 with 12GB RAM
Samsung – Stronger raw performance
Software
Android 17 with up to 7 major OS updates
Android 16 with One UI 8.5 and up to 7 major OS updates
Google – Newer Android version and clean Pixel experience
Main Camera
48MP main camera with OIS
50MP main camera with OIS
Samsung – Higher-resolution primary sensor
Telephoto Camera
10.8MP telephoto with 5x optical zoom
10MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom
Google – Better optical zoom reach
Ultrawide Camera
13MP, 120-degree ultrawide camera
12MP, 120-degree ultrawide camera
Google – Slightly stronger specifications
Video Recording
Up to 4K at 60fps
Up to 8K at 30fps
Samsung – More advanced video capabilities
Selfie Camera
10.5MP ultrawide camera with autofocus
12MP camera with autofocus
Samsung – Higher resolution
Battery
4985mAh battery
4300mAh battery
Google – Larger battery capacity
Wired Charging
30W wired charging
25W wired charging
Google – Faster charging
Wireless Charging
25W magnetic Qi2.2 charging
15W Qi2 Ready charging
Google – Faster and more advanced wireless charging
Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6.0, USB Type-C 3.2
Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2
Samsung – Newer Wi-Fi standard
Extra Features
Satellite SOS, bypass charging
Samsung DeX and Wireless DeX
Samsung – More versatile productivity features
Starting Price
Priced around $900 / ₹90,000
Priced around $900 / ₹88,000
Samsung – Slightly better value at a similar price
Overall
Strong cameras, battery, charging, and clean software
Powerful performance, premium display, and versatile features
Samsung – More complete flagship package
Disclaimer: Specs are based on available data. Actual performance may vary. Verify details from official sources before buying.
The Google Pixel 11 and Samsung Galaxy S26 both feature premium glass-and-aluminum constructions with IP68 water and dust resistance. The Galaxy S26 feels noticeably slimmer and lighter, making it the more comfortable option for extended everyday use. The Pixel 11, however, offers a more substantial in-hand feel and adds Satellite SOS support.
Both phones feature sharp 6.3-inch OLED displays with smooth 120Hz refresh rates and HDR10+ support. The Pixel 11 delivers higher peak brightness and a slightly sharper resolution, while the Galaxy S26 uses Dynamic LTPO AMOLED technology and offers a higher screen-to-body ratio. Samsung’s panel looks like the more polished choice for immersive viewing.
Verdict
Choose the Galaxy S26 for its slimmer, lighter design and immersive LTPO display. The Pixel 11 remains a strong alternative with excellent brightness, premium protection, and useful satellite connectivity.
2. Specifications Including Battery
Performance
The Pixel 11 runs Android 17 on Google’s Tensor G6 chipset with 12GB RAM, focusing on AI-driven experiences and long-term software support. The Galaxy S26 offers Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 or Exynos 2600 processors depending on the region. Samsung’s hardware should provide stronger raw performance, particularly for demanding games and intensive multitasking.
Battery and Charging
The Pixel 11 features a larger battery and supports faster 30W wired charging, 25W magnetic wireless charging, reverse wired charging, and bypass charging. The Galaxy S26 offers slower wired and wireless charging, although it includes reverse wireless charging. On paper, the Pixel provides the more versatile charging setup.
Verdict
The Galaxy S26 should appeal to users prioritizing maximum performance, while the Pixel 11 offers a more compelling battery and charging package. For balanced everyday usability, Google’s approach feels particularly practical.
3. Camera
Main and Secondary Lenses
The Pixel 11 uses a 48MP main camera, 5x optical telephoto lens, and 120-degree ultrawide camera. The Galaxy S26 counters with a 50MP main camera, 3x telephoto, and 12MP ultrawide lens. Pixel’s longer optical zoom gives it an advantage for distant subjects, while Samsung adds 8K video recording and stronger video-oriented features.
The Galaxy S26 has a 12MP autofocus selfie camera with 4K video recording, while the Pixel 11 uses a wider 10.5MP front camera. The Pixel may be more useful for group selfies, whereas Samsung’s camera appears better suited for standard portraits and detailed front-facing video.
Verdict
The Pixel 11 looks stronger for zoom photography, while the Galaxy S26 offers greater video flexibility. Users who value versatile photography may prefer Pixel, whereas video creators could lean toward Samsung.
4. Pricing
The Google Pixel 11 is priced around $900 / ₹90,000, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 is priced around $900 / ₹88,000. Their pricing is extremely close, making features and ecosystem preferences more important than cost alone. The Galaxy S26 offers flagship-level performance and a refined design, while the Pixel focuses on cameras, battery capacity, and charging versatility.
Both phones justify their premium pricing with flagship displays, powerful chipsets, advanced camera systems, and seven major Android updates. The Galaxy feels like the better value for users seeking maximum performance, while the Pixel’s stronger zoom and battery features help balance its slightly higher Indian price.
Verdict
With only a small price difference, neither phone has a decisive affordability advantage. The Galaxy S26 offers excellent hardware value, while the Pixel 11 justifies its premium through versatility and features.
5. Conclusion
The Pixel 11 stands out with its 5x optical zoom, larger battery, magnetic wireless charging, Satellite SOS service, and Google’s AI-focused Tensor platform. The Galaxy S26 brings faster flagship-class processing, Samsung DeX, Wireless DeX, Wi-Fi 7, 8K video, and a lighter design. Both receive long-term software support, making them suitable for buyers planning to keep their phone for several years.
The choice ultimately comes down to priorities. Pixel feels better suited to users who value computational photography, battery capacity, and Google-centric software. Samsung is the more compelling all-rounder for raw performance, productivity, and multimedia features.
Verdict
Overall, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is the better choice for most buyers, thanks to its stronger performance, refined display, slimmer design, advanced video features, and productivity tools. The Google Pixel 11 is still worth considering for its superior zoom camera and battery setup, but at a similar price, the Galaxy S26 delivers the more complete flagship experience.
FAQs
1. Which is better, Pixel 11 or Galaxy S26?
The Galaxy S26 is the better overall choice for most users, offering stronger performance and broader flagship features.
2. Which phone has the better camera?
The Pixel 11 offers better long-range zoom, while the Galaxy S26 provides stronger video capabilities and a versatile overall camera experience.
Yes, the Galaxy S26 offers stronger raw performance, especially for demanding games, multitasking, and intensive applications.
4. Which phone has better battery life?
The Pixel 11 has a larger battery and more versatile charging options, potentially making it the better choice for heavy users.
5. Which offers better value for money?
The Galaxy S26 offers better overall value for most buyers, while the Pixel 11 provides greater appeal for photography-focused users.
Disclaimer: Prices, specifications, and availability may vary by region and retailer. Recommendations in this article are based on editorial opinion, feature-based value, and market positioning at the time of writing. Readers are advised to do their own research before making a purchase.
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL and iPhone 17 Pro Max represent one of the biggest flagship battles of the year, putting Google’s AI-powered photography and smart software against Apple’s industry-leading performance and professional video tools. Both promise a no-compromise premium experience, but only one can deliver the better overall package. From cameras and battery life to display quality, performance, and value, this comparison reveals which flagship truly deserves the top spot.
Both phones offer premium glass-and-metal construction with IP68 protection. The Pixel 11 Pro XL uses Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the front and back, while the iPhone 17 Pro Max features Ceramic Shield protection and an aluminium-based design. Apple’s phone also offers deeper water resistance. The Pixel feels more Android-centric in its hardware approach, while the iPhone’s familiar premium design remains highly polished.
The Pixel 11 Pro XL features a sharp LTPO OLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and an impressive peak brightness of 3,600 nits. The iPhone 17 Pro Max counters with a 120Hz Super Retina XDR OLED display, Dolby Vision and an anti-reflective coating. Both displays should excel outdoors, but the Pixel’s higher peak brightness gives it a slight advantage on paper.
Verdict
The Pixel 11 Pro XL wins slightly for display specifications and brightness, while the iPhone 17 Pro Max offers stronger screen protection and excellent HDR capabilities.
2. Specifications Including Battery
Performance
The Pixel 11 Pro XL runs Android 17 on Google’s Tensor G6 chipset and promises up to seven major OS updates. The iPhone 17 Pro Max uses Apple’s A19 Pro chip and runs iOS 26. Apple’s hardware traditionally has a stronger edge in sustained performance, demanding games and professional workloads. The Pixel, however, should appeal more to users who value Google’s AI features and Android flexibility.
Battery and Charging
Google equips the Pixel with a larger 5,115mAh battery, 45W wired charging, 25W Qi2.2 magnetic wireless charging and bypass charging. The iPhone supports fast wired charging, 25W MagSafe/Qi2 wireless charging and reverse wired charging. The Pixel’s charging setup looks more versatile, especially for power users who regularly charge while gaming or working.
Verdict
The iPhone 17 Pro Max is the stronger performance-focused flagship, but the Pixel 11 Pro XL offers the more compelling battery capacity and charging package on paper.
3. Camera
Main and Secondary Lenses
Both phones feature versatile triple-camera systems with 48MP-class secondary sensors. The Pixel 11 Pro XL offers a 50MP main camera, 48MP ultrawide and a 48MP 5x periscope telephoto lens, alongside features such as Best Take and Zoom Enhance. The iPhone uses three 48MP cameras, a 4x telephoto lens and a LiDAR scanner. The Pixel appears better suited to flexible photography, while Apple’s system looks especially powerful for professional video.
The Pixel packs a 42MP ultrawide selfie camera with autofocus and a wide field of view. The iPhone uses an 18MP multi-aspect front camera with advanced depth sensing and Face ID integration. Pixel’s hardware should offer greater flexibility for group selfies, while Apple’s video-focused front camera features remain attractive for creators.
Verdict
Choose the Pixel 11 Pro XL for versatile photography and longer optical zoom. The iPhone 17 Pro Max is the stronger choice for professional video recording and advanced creative formats.
4. Pricing
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is priced around $1,300 / ₹1,35,000, while the iPhone 17 Pro Max is priced around $1,200 / ₹1,50,000. At these premium prices, both phones sit firmly in the ultra-flagship category. The Pixel offers strong value through its seven-year update promise, versatile cameras, bright display and advanced charging features. The iPhone justifies its price through the A19 Pro’s performance, polished ecosystem and professional-grade video capabilities.
The better value ultimately depends heavily on the preferred operating system and existing ecosystem. Neither is a budget-friendly flagship, but both offer genuinely premium hardware rather than relying solely on branding.
Verdict
The Pixel 11 Pro XL appears to offer better hardware value, while the iPhone 17 Pro Max can justify its premium for users invested in Apple’s ecosystem.
5. Conclusion
The Pixel 11 Pro XL stands out with its extremely bright display, 5x optical zoom, advanced computational photography tools, seven major Android updates, and versatile charging features. The iPhone 17 Pro Max counters with the powerful A19 Pro chipset, polished iOS experience, LiDAR sensor, and exceptional video capabilities, including ProRes RAW and Apple Log 2. These phones are not simply competing on specifications; they are built around two distinctly different user experiences.
Verdict
Overall, the iPhone 17 Pro Max is the better flagship thanks to its superior performance, professional-grade video capabilities, and polished ecosystem. However, the Pixel 11 Pro XL offers better value for Android users with its brighter display, versatile cameras, larger battery, and faster charging.
1. Which phone is better for photography? The Pixel offers stronger computational photography and longer optical zoom, making it better for versatile photography.
2. Which phone delivers better performance? The iPhone 17 Pro Max delivers stronger raw performance for demanding apps, gaming and professional workloads.
3. Which phone has better battery life? The Pixel has a larger battery and faster charging, though real-world battery performance may vary.
4. Which offers better value for money? The Pixel 11 Pro XL offers more competitive hardware and features for its approximate price.
5. Which phone is better overall? The iPhone 17 Pro Max is the better overall flagship, particularly for performance and professional video features.
Disclaimer: Prices, specifications, and availability may vary by region and retailer. Recommendations in this article are based on editorial opinion, feature-based value, and market positioning at the time of writing. Readers are advised to do their own research before making a purchase.
Google Pixel 11 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra represent two very different approaches to the ultimate Android flagship. The Pixel brings Google’s AI-driven software experience, advanced camera processing, and a more compact premium design, while Samsung’s Ultra packs in powerful hardware, a larger display, faster charging, versatile cameras, and productivity-focused features. Both are designed for buyers who want the very best, but which one offers the better overall experience, and more importantly, which flagship truly deserves your money?
Major Features:
Category
Google Pixel 11 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Winner
Build
Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and back, aluminum frame, IP68
The Google Pixel 11 Pro offers a more compact and manageable flagship experience, with a premium glass-and-aluminum construction and IP68 protection. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra also delivers flagship durability but adds Gorilla Armor 2 protection, an anti-reflective coating, and an integrated stylus. The Pixel should feel more comfortable for users who prefer smaller premium phones, while the Samsung is better suited to those wanting a more feature-packed device.
Display Quality
The Pixel 11 Pro features a sharp LTPO OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, and impressive peak brightness. The Galaxy S26 Ultra goes further with its larger Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, higher resolution, Privacy Display, and anti-reflective coating. Samsung’s screen feels more immersive for entertainment and productivity.
Verdict
The Pixel 11 Pro is the better choice for users wanting a compact flagship, while the Galaxy S26 Ultra wins with a larger, more advanced display and additional productivity features.
The Pixel 11 Pro is powered by Google’s Tensor G6 chipset and runs Android 17 with up to seven major OS updates. The Galaxy S26 Ultra uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, paired with an Adreno 840 GPU. Both offer generous storage and RAM configurations, but Samsung’s hardware is likely to appeal more to demanding gamers and power users.
Battery and Charging
The Pixel 11 Pro packs a 4,850mAh battery with 30W wired charging, 25W magnetic wireless charging, and reverse wired charging. The Galaxy S26 Ultra has a larger 5,000mAh battery and significantly faster 60W wired charging, alongside 25W wireless and reverse wireless charging. Samsung clearly offers the more convenient charging setup.
Verdict
The Pixel provides strong everyday performance and useful charging features, but the Galaxy S26 Ultra offers more raw power, a slightly larger battery, and considerably faster wired charging.
3. Camera
Main and Secondary Lenses
The Pixel 11 Pro uses a triple-camera system with a 50MP primary sensor, 48MP ultrawide camera, and 48MP 5x periscope telephoto lens. The Galaxy S26 Ultra counters with a versatile quad-camera setup, including a 200MP main camera and separate 3x and 5x zoom lenses. Samsung offers greater focal-length flexibility, while Google’s image processing could appeal to photography enthusiasts.
Selfie Camera
Google equips the Pixel with a 42MP ultrawide selfie camera offering a wider field of view and autofocus. The Galaxy uses a 12MP front camera with dual-pixel autofocus and HDR10+ video support. The Pixel’s hardware looks more flexible for group selfies, while Samsung focuses on a more conventional flagship implementation.
Verdict
The Galaxy S26 Ultra offers greater camera versatility, especially across different zoom ranges, but the Pixel 11 Pro remains highly compelling for computational photography and ultrawide selfie capabilities.
4. Pricing
The Google Pixel 11 Pro is priced around $1,100 / ₹1,20,000, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is priced around $1,300 / ₹1,40,000. The Pixel costs noticeably less while still offering flagship cameras, a premium display, and long-term software support. Its pricing feels more balanced for buyers who do not need Samsung’s larger screen or additional hardware features.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is more expensive, but its higher price brings a more powerful chipset, advanced display protection, faster charging, a quad-camera system, DeX support, and an integrated stylus. The premium is easier to justify for users who will actually use these extras.
Verdict
The Pixel 11 Pro offers stronger value for most buyers, while the Galaxy S26 Ultra justifies its higher price mainly for power users seeking maximum versatility and productivity.
Google Pixel 11 Pro stands out with Android 17, Tensor-powered AI features, satellite SOS, a high-resolution ultrawide selfie camera, and Google’s photography tools such as Best Take and Zoom Enhance. The Galaxy S26 Ultra counters with an integrated stylus, Samsung DeX, Privacy Display, anti-reflective screen technology, faster charging, and a more versatile quad-camera system.
The Pixel feels like a more focused and practical flagship, especially for users who prefer Google’s clean software and camera processing. However, Samsung offers a more complete hardware package with fewer compromises across performance, display quality, charging, and productivity.
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is the better smartphone overall, thanks to its superior performance, larger and more advanced display, faster charging, versatile camera system, and productivity features. However, the Pixel 11 Pro remains the better value choice for users who want a compact flagship and Google’s software experience.
1. Which phone offers better value for money? The Pixel 11 Pro costs less and delivers premium features, making it the better value for most buyers.
2. Which phone has the better camera? The Galaxy S26 Ultra offers greater camera versatility with its 200MP sensor and dual telephoto system.
3. Which phone performs better for gaming? The Galaxy S26 Ultra offers stronger raw performance and is better suited for demanding games and intensive tasks.
4. Which phone has better battery and charging? The Galaxy S26 Ultra has a slightly larger battery and significantly faster 60W wired charging.
5. Which phone is the overall winner? The Galaxy S26 Ultra is the more complete flagship, while the Pixel 11 Pro remains a strong value-focused alternative.
Vivo is scheduled to announce OriginOS 7 on September 16 in China. Around a week later, the brand is expected to take the covers off the much-anticipated X500 series of flagship phones for the home market. In the recent past, three X500 series devices bearing the model numbers V2602A/DA, V2608A/DA, and V2609A/BA have surfaced. Among these, the V2602DA has appeared on Geekbench with an upcoming Dimensity 9-series chip. It is believed to be the upcoming Vivo X500 Pro Max.
Vivo X500 Pro Max Satellite Communication Version emerges on Geekbench
To recall, the global version of the Vivo X500 Pro Max with the model number V2610 was spotted on Geekbench last month. Its Chinese edition is said to have the model number V2602A, while its Satellite Communication Version carries the model number V2602DA.
There are multiple Geekbench listings of the Vivo X500 Pro Max, and its Dimensity 9600 series chipset has crossed a 4,000 single-core score and a 13,000 multi-core score. The chipset includes three cores running at 3.10GHz, three cores operating at 4.35GHz, and two cores running at 4.55GHz, along with the Mali-G2-Ultra-NX MC12 GPU. Both the Chinese and global variants are powered by the same Dimensity 9600 chip.
Previously, the V2602DA device was spotted at 3C certification with a 90W charger. Speculations are rife that it will also support 40W wireless charging.
The X500 Pro Max is officially confirmed to feature a 6.85-inch BOE Q11 2K display, which may support a 144Hz refresh rate. It may pack a 50-megapixel front camera with autofocus support and run on OriginOS 7-based Android 17.
Its rear camera setup may comprise a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-838 primary camera with a large 1/1.28-inch sensor and LOFIC technology, a new 50-megapixel Sony IMX8-series ultra-wide camera, and a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with a 1/1.4-inch sensor and an 85mm focal length. Other rumored features include an ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensor, dual speakers, and an IP68/69-rated body.
Oppo is expected to hold a launch event to unveil the Find X10 series later this month in China. Speculations are rife that the PMW110 and PMX110 devices that have emerged in the databases of Chinese certification platforms in the recent past could be the Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max, respectively. Ahead of the launch, both devices have emerged on Geekbench, revealing that they are powered by different Dimensity 9-series chipsets.
The above screenshots show that the PMW110 (Find X10) and PMX110 (Find X10 Pro Max) have been benchmarked on Geekbench. Both devices have 16GB of RAM and Android 17, but they are powered by different chipsets.
The Find X10 has the MediaTek MT6993 chip onboard, which includes four cores operating at 2.70GHz, three cores running at 3.50GHz, and a prime core ticking at 4.21GHz. For graphics, it has the Mali-G1-Ultra MC12 GPU onboard. These details suggest that the standard model will have the Dimensity 9500, which is a 3nm flagship chip introduced in 2025.
On the other hand, the Find X10 Pro Max is powered by the forthcoming MediaTek MT6995 chip. It comprises three cores running at 3.10GHz, three cores clocking at 4.35GHz, and two cores operating at 4.55GHz. Graphics is handled by the Mali-G2-Ultra-NX MC12 GPU. While the official marketing name of the chip is not known yet, this will be MediaTek’s first 2nm chip, which could be called the Dimensity 9600 or Dimensity 9600 Pro.
The testing units have produced a maximum single-core score of around 3,400 and a multi-core score of around 11,000. However, the testing units may not be running final firmware, so the scores on the final software could be different.
Find X10E could join the lineup
The Find X10 series is said to include an entry-level model called the Find X10E. It is unclear whether it will break cover alongside the Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max.
Nothing and Samsung both raised prices on a bunch of their models on the exact same day.
Nothing bumped up the Phone (4a) series and the cheaper Phone (4b). The base Phone (4a) 8GB + 128GB jumped ₹2,000 to ₹44,999, with the other storage options landing at ₹49,999 and ₹50,999. The Phone (4a) Pro got hit harder, up by as much as ₹5,000, so the base model is now ₹54,999 and the higher one ₹57,999. The entry-level Phone (4b) 8GB + 128GB went from ₹34,999 to ₹39,999, a full ₹5,000 jump.
Samsung went after its budget and lower mid-range phones even harder. The Galaxy A17 5G with the travel adapter saw the biggest spike, with the top 8GB + 256GB version shooting up by ₹14,500, from ₹23,999 all the way to ₹38,499 (more than 50% higher). Models without the adapter rose by ₹3,500. The Galaxy A27 went up by as much as ₹5,000, the Galaxy F17 by ₹3,500, and the basic Galaxy A07 5G by ₹1,000 to ₹2,000.
While several of these models can still be found at lower prices on Amazon and Flipkart (mostly Amazon), the overall trend is clear. Almost every smartphone brand has raised prices multiple times in 2026, and it’s only a matter of time before the remaining stock sells out and the new rates become permanent. Something that launched at ₹22,999 in March is now ₹34,999. So if you’re eyeing one of the phones mentioned above, or pretty much any model right now, it might be worth grabbing it sooner rather than later. Prices are only heading one way.
Samsung already adjusted the Galaxy F17 and M17 not long ago. Most people are pinning both companies’ moves on the same thing: DRAM and NAND flash memory prices have been climbing hard worldwide, and brands are finally passing those costs on to customers.
Nubia is releasing a new smartphone cooler in China called the Magnetic Phone Cooler Neo, though the company is marketing it under the simpler name Ice Cream Cooler. It goes on sale September 10th through JD.com. The standard price is set at 159 yuan ($24), but it will launch with a discounted price of 99 yuan ($15).
The ice cream branding comes from the device’s design. It has a matte, off-white square housing with rounded corners and random speckles meant to look like a vanilla cookie. It measures 25mm thick and weighs 90 grams, making it relatively standard in size for a magnetic phone cooler.
Inside, the device borrows its cooling hardware directly from the RedMagic Cooler 8 Pro. It uses a 36 by 36mm thermoelectric cooling (TEC) plate, a cold-forged aluminum heatsink, and an aluminum heat-spreading plate. The cooler draws up to 25W of power. Nubia claims the hardware can reach temperatures as low as -18 degrees Celsius and lower a device’s temperature by up to 60 degrees during heavy tasks like gaming, fast charging, or outdoor use.
To handle the heat, the cooler uses a seven-blade fan that spins at up to 6,000 rpm. The airflow is designed to exhaust out of the top and bottom of the unit. This is a practical choice, as it keeps the hot air from blowing onto your hands when you hold the phone horizontally. On its lowest setting, the fan operates at 33dB.
You don’t need an app to use the cooler. It has physical buttons on the side to switch between four cooling modes: Silent, Powerful, Overclocking, and Temperature Control. The device has a built-in chip to manage the temperature automatically if you select that mode. The buttons also control a circular RGB light on the back, letting you cycle through a few basic lighting effects or turn the lights off entirely.
For attaching it to your phone, the cooler relies on a magnetic ring. However, Nubia includes a set of clamp attachments in the box, so you can still use it on phones that don’t have built-in magnets. It also has a standard 1/4-inch screw thread on the housing, which lets you mount the cooler directly to a tripod or a livestreaming rig.
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