The Oppo Find X9 Ultra, packing dual 200-megapixel Hasselblad-tuned sensors, just went through DxOMark’s full testing and came away with a solid, but not quite chart-topping, result.

It scored 170 points, which puts it in third place overall. That’s five points behind the current leader, the Huawei Pura 80 Ultra, and tied with the Vivo X300 Ultra. Even with all that sophisticated camera gear, Oppo didn’t quite claim the top spot.

The Find X9 Ultra runs a versatile quad-camera setup: a 200 MP f/1.5 main camera with a big 1/1.12-inch sensor, a 50 MP f/2.0 ultra-wide on a 1/1.95-inch sensor, a 200 MP f/2.2 periscope telephoto (70 mm equivalent, 1/1.28-inch sensor), and a 50 MP f/3.5 periscope that gives you 10x optical zoom at 230 mm (1/2.75-inch sensor). Those large sensors plus Hasselblad’s color science helped it score well for accurate colors in good light, low noise, and a strong portrait mode.

Where it falls short

DxOMark found a few weak spots. Because the main camera doesn’t have a variable aperture, it can struggle to keep everything in focus during group portraits when the background is busy. Oppo’s AI sometimes tries a little too hard to recover detail and ends up looking unnatural.

Noise reduction also gets messy when there are lights in the background, leaving visible grain. In low light the images often run a bit warm, and artificial lighting can throw the white balance off. The 70 mm and 230 mm telephotos capture plenty of detail, but the intermediate 135 mm range lags behind rivals, even though phones like the Vivo X300 Ultra also lean on digital zoom in that same middle ground.

The Find X9 Ultra had already earned plenty of praise in general reviews for how capable it is overall. The camera scores just underline the same point: big sensors and big brand partnerships aren’t enough on their own. Software processing, consistency across different situations, and how well the computational photography is tuned still decide who comes out on top.

Still, DxOMark’s findings keep it firmly in the elite group. A 170-point score is excellent in a lot of conditions. Future software updates could clean up some of the issues DxOMark flagged and maybe close that gap on a retest. For now, the Find X9 Ultra is a seriously strong imaging phone that just doesn’t quite reach the absolute peak.

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Apple just made it a lot easier to get its newest gear without dropping a big chunk of cash upfront. The company has rolled out a new leasing program in the US that gives people more flexible ways to own (or at least use) iPhones, Watches, Macs, and iPads. It’s called Apple Upgrade, and it’s powered by Klarna.

You can sign up for it on the Apple website, in the Apple Store app, or right in a physical store. For iPhones and Apple Watches you can choose 12- or 24-month plans. Macs and iPads get 24- or 36-month options. Monthly payments start as low as $17.99 for an iPhone, $11.99 for a Watch or iPad, and $24.99 for a Mac. Trade in an eligible device through Apple Trade In and that monthly number can drop further.

The application is quick, online or in-store, and only involves a soft credit check, so it won’t ding your credit score. Get approved and you can walk out of the store with the device the same day, or have it delivered/picked up if you ordered online.

When the 24-month lease is up, you can upgrade to a newer model, buy the current one outright by paying a lump-sum residual balance, or just hand it back to Apple in good condition. Everything, including billing and your remaining balance, lives in the Klarna app. You can still add AppleCare if you want the extra protection.

To put some real numbers on it: an iPhone 17 Pro 256GB that normally costs $1,099 would run you about $31.99 a month on a 24-month lease, or roughly $45.99 on the 12-month plan (before taxes or any trade-in credit). An Apple Watch Series 11 GPS 42mm at $399 starts at $11.99 a month for 24 months. No deposit required, though upgrades still depend on eligibility and a fresh approval.

Now that Apple Upgrade is live, the old iPhone Upgrade Program and iPhone Payments options are being retired in the US. If you’re already on one of those, you can switch over to the new leasing plan, stick with Apple Card monthly installments, just buy the phone outright, or look at carrier financing instead. The program is only for US residents 18 and older who meet the ID and account requirements, and devices can only be delivered to US addresses or picked up at US stores.

There’s no official announcement or timeline for an international rollout of the leasing plan yet.

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A detailed set of leaked documents has given us a clearer picture than usual this early on of the chip known internally as SM8975. It’s expected to launch as the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro, and on paper it looks like one of Qualcomm’s bigger architectural jumps in a while.

The biggest manufacturing-process update is that it’s moving to TSMC’s enhanced 2 nm-class N2P node, Qualcomm’s first flagship to go beyond 3 nm. Interestingly, the die is still larger than the previous generation (roughly 134 mm² versus 126.2 mm²), even though the process is denser. That usually means they’ve packed in more features and complexity.

The CPU sticks with Qualcomm’s custom Oryon cores in a 2+3+3 setup: two prime cores, three performance cores, and three efficiency cores. Exact clock speeds still aren’t out. On the graphics side, the Pro version gets the Adreno 850 GPU with 18 MB of GMEM (up from the Adreno 840).

It also includes two dedicated Matrix ALU blocks that enable a new feature called AI Frame Fusion. This can do both super-resolution upscaling and AI-generated frames to make games look smoother while using less power. Those Matrix ALUs and AI Frame Fusion appear to be Pro-only. The regular SM8950 is expected to use a scaled-down Adreno 845 with 12 MB of GMEM and skip the new AI blocks.

Cache has been bumped up too, with a shared 16 MB L2 cache plus 8 MB of system-level cache. The Pro model will support both LPDDR5X and the newer LPDDR6, while the base version is limited to LPDDR5X.

The Pro version is expected to cost more to make, so it might be reserved for a smaller group of ultra-premium phones. Qualcomm is set to officially reveal the platform at its Snapdragon Summit in Maui from September 22-24, 2026.

The September summit should fill in the remaining gaps. For now, it looks like a solid step up for the high-end Android phones that will use it.

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iQOO is adding another model to its Z11 series in India, this time aiming for a solid mix of performance and design in the mid-range space. After the recent launches of the Z11 Lite and Z11x 5G, the standard iQOO Z11 is expected to arrive next month.

According to exclusive details shared with Gadgets 360, the Indian variant of the iQOO Z11 will be the first phone in the country to use MediaTek’s octa-core Dimensity 7500 Turbo chipset. That’s different from the Chinese model, which runs the higher-end Dimensity 8500. The Indian variant is also expected to come with a 3D curved display, giving it a more premium look and feel compared to many flat-screen rivals.

The iQOO Z11 first launched in China in March, offering up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. Over there, it has a 6.83-inch AMOLED display with 1,260 × 2,800 resolution, up to 165Hz refresh rate, 300Hz touch sampling, HDR support, and full DCI-P3 color coverage. It’s powered by the Dimensity 8500 (3nm process) and packs a massive 9,020mAh battery with 90W wired charging. The dual rear cameras are led by a 50MP primary with optical image stabilization, paired with a 2MP depth sensor, while a 16MP front camera handles selfies.

The switch to the Dimensity 7500 Turbo and the addition of a 3D curved display suggest iQOO is looking to appeal to a broader audience, rather than just buyers prioritizing price-to-performance. Recent component price hikes may have also influenced the chipset choice.

Full specs, including battery size, charging speed, camera setup, and software, haven’t been revealed yet. The Z11 series has been about strong battery life and solid mid-range performance, and the standard model should stick to that formula.

With the launch only a few weeks away, iQOO is expected to share some official details soon. A new MediaTek chipset that’s exclusive to India (at least for now) plus a curved display could help the Z11 stand out in a busy segment.

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Vivo is bringing back its S series to India after a long break, and the company just dropped the first official look at the upcoming S2. The exact launch date still isn’t locked in by Vivo, but the promo material is already hinting at a premium design and solid performance, so interest is starting to build.

The original Vivo S1 launched in 2019 and arrived in India later that year. Recent reports have been pointing to an August 6 launch for the S2, though Vivo India’s official channels are still just saying “coming soon.” A dedicated Amazon microsite finally gives us a clear view of the design, which takes clear cues from the Vivo X300 FE. Unlike that phone, though, the S2 skips the ZEISS branding and sticks with a dual rear camera instead of a triple setup.

Vivo hasn’t shared a full specs sheet yet, but it’s highlighting four main points: a flagship-inspired design, strong performance, solid photo and video capabilities, and an immersive audio-visual experience. The clean rear design with a horizontal dual-camera module and curved surfaces is clearly meant to make the S2 look more premium than a typical mid-range phone.

According to the current rumors, the Vivo S2 could run on the MediaTek Dimensity 7360 chipset, with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. Other claimed features include a 6.59-inch 1.5K 120Hz curved OLED display, a big 7,000mAh battery with 80W charging, an in-display fingerprint sensor, a 50MP primary camera paired with an 8MP ultrawide. If those numbers hold up, the S2 would sit nicely in the upper mid-range price segment. Just keep in mind that some reports have floated the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 and a 50MP periscope telephoto, so nothing is fully confirmed yet.

Bringing the S series back after such a long gap suggests Vivo wants to diversify its smartphone portfolio and target more segments of India’s crowded smartphone market.

As more official details drop ahead of the expected early August launch, the key things to watch will be the confirmed chipset, pricing, and how the cameras actually perform. For now, the official teaser does a solid job of showing off the S2’s design and building a bit of anticipation for what Vivo has planned with its revived S series.

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Samsung has taken a solid step forward with battery tech in its latest foldables, and it’s already talking about where that technology might go next. After putting silicon-carbon (Si-C) batteries into the new Galaxy Z series, the company is now openly discussing the possibility of bringing them to regular flagship slab phones, while also giving a small update on its long-rumored rollable display project.]

The newly launched Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Flip 8 are Samsung’s first phones to use silicon-carbon batteries. These cells pack higher energy density than traditional lithium-ion ones. The book-style Fold 8 models got larger batteries than last year’s Fold 7, while the Flip 8 keeps the same capacity as its predecessor but in a slimmer body.

The big question now is if or when it’ll show up in the main Galaxy S lineup. At a media briefing in London, Moon Sung-hoon, Vice President of Hardware at Samsung’s Mobile Experience division, was asked about future use in phones like the Galaxy S27 series. His answer was straightforward: it would depend on whether the battery actually makes a meaningful difference to the user experience, product by product.

Earlier reports suggest Samsung has been exploring ways to improve the battery capacity of the Galaxy S27 Ultra. If things go well, the phone could finally push past the usual 5,000 mAh range and land somewhere around 5,500 mAh.

That said, Galaxy fans looking forward to the next flagship should keep their expectations in check. Unlike many Chinese smartphone makers, Samsung has a major presence in Europe and the US, where a single-cell lithium-ion battery over 20 Wh (roughly 5,200–5,300 mAh) triggers higher certification and transportation costs. A dual-cell battery can bypass those rules by keeping each cell under the limit, but it is more expensive to manufacture and takes up more space for the same capacity, which is less ideal for a handset.

Google, Apple, and Samsung have consistently stayed at or under the ~20 Wh single-cell limit in their phones sold in Europe and the US. You almost never see them go meaningfully above it with a single cell (unlike some Chinese brands that either accept higher shipping costs or use dual-cell designs). It will be interesting to see whether Samsung breaks with that tradition.

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HMD Global is planning to revive the classic Nokia Asha lineup, with the Asha 305 and Asha 505 expected to lead the return. The former was recently spotted in a certification listing on the company’s own website as “HMD TA-1779 (Type HMD Asha 305).” Now, images of its retail packaging have leaked, giving us the clearest look yet at the software branding and key specifications ahead of its expected launch.

The images, shared by source nloopid, clearly show the retail box listing “Pulse OS” as the operating system. While there has been some speculation that the phone could run a modified version of Android, the Unisoc T137 chipset suggests otherwise. The processor is designed for a lightweight Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) rather than a full Android OS, and is also expected to power the upcoming Nokia 250 4G Smart feature phone.

The choice of software also aligns with the nostalgia surrounding the original Nokia Asha lineup and HMD’s recent focus on digital-detox devices. 4G connectivity and essential online features are expected to come via the Cloud Phone system, making the device practical enough for everyday use while retaining the simplicity of a feature phone.

As per the latest leak, the Asha 305 will come in black and green. It measures 147 × 71.5 × 10.2 mm and has a 5-inch non-full-screen display with an 854 × 480 (480P) resolution. Up front there’s a 2MP selfie camera, and around the back a 2MP main camera.

As mentioned above, it runs on a Unisoc T137 processor. The box also mentions 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of storage. Power comes from a 2,500 mAh battery with 5W charging, pretty standard for a basic handset.

HMD hasn’t officially confirmed full specs, pricing, or availability yet, but the packaging gives a pretty clear picture of a compact, no-frills phone. As more details come out, the main questions will be what exact features “Pulse OS” includes, and how the Asha 305 sits alongside HMD’s other entry-level and feature-phone models. For now, the packaging leak confirms that the old Asha name is making a return in a modern, budget-focused form.

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Shared Claude conversation links started showing up in public Google search results, putting discussions online that a lot of users probably assumed would only be visible to people who had the direct link.

It first came to light in a Reddit post on r/ClaudeAI. Someone shared a screenshot of Google results for the search “site:claude.ai/share,” and it turned up a bunch of clickable links to actual Claude conversation pages. Claude’s sharing feature lets you create public links so others can see the chat, handy for things like brainstorming or design work. The idea is that anyone with the URL can open it.

People familiar with the feature say the shared pages were supposed to have a “noindex” tag. That’s a standard web instruction that lets search engines look at a page but tells them not to list it in public results. Google and Bing normally respect it. In this case, some of the shared pages apparently didn’t have the proper noindex marking when they were crawled, so they got indexed and became findable through search. Even with a noindex tag, the pages would still work if you had the direct URL. The real problem was that those URLs became discoverable through Google.

The conversations that got exposed covered a pretty wide range of sensitive stuff: legal strategy talks, technical troubleshooting, personal chats, and other private or confidential material. Once they were indexed, anyone who ran the right search could see them.

Fortunately, the related chat logs have been removed from Google’s index. Searching “site:claude.ai/share” no longer brings up those links. If you’ve shared any Claude conversations, it’s a good idea to go check and manage them under Privacy > Shared Chats in the settings.

This kind of thing keeps coming up as more people use AI tools for work and personal stuff. Features that are meant to make collaboration easy can accidentally open the door to wider exposure when the technical safeguards (like proper indexing controls) aren’t fully in place or applied consistently. Other AI platforms have had similar slip-ups before.

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Feature phones still have a place in certain markets, and HMD Global is keeping the Nokia brand relevant by mixing old-school simplicity with a few carefully chosen modern tools. The company just introduced the Nokia 250 4G Smart, a new device aimed at China that keeps the classic feature-phone feel while adding practical digital extras.

According to details shared by smashx_60, it’s a compact phone built around reliability and everyday convenience. It carries IP54 dust and splash resistance and will come in two color options. Specs-wise you’re looking at a 2.8-inch LCD screen, a 0.3MP front camera with LED flash, and a 2MP rear camera that also has a flash.

Under the hood it runs a Unisoc T137 processor at 1.3 GHz, with 256 MB of RAM and 2 GB of storage. Power comes from a 1,950 mAh battery charged through a 2.75 W USB-C port, and it uses a real-time operating system (RTOS) for efficiency and stability. Bluetooth 5.0 is also on board.

Even though it’s still very much a feature phone, HMD has packed in several smart-leaning extras: “cloud phone” functionality, some AI features, native Alipay support for payments, voice translation, and QR Reader. These additions make it more useful than a pure basic phone without turning it into a full smartphone with all the usual distractions.

HMD has been steadily expanding its feature-phone lineup in China, India, parts of the Middle East and Africa with models that include region-specific services like Alipay. The Nokia 250 4G Smart fits right into that approach: durable, potentially long-lasting battery, and just enough digital tools to stay useful. The AI and payment features feel aimed at people who want a few modern conveniences while avoiding distractions.

With IP54 protection, dual cameras with flash, USB-C charging, and those practical software extras, it works well as a secondary phone or as a primary device for anyone who values simplicity, durability, and basic digital payments.

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Lenovo has started teasing the Legion C700, a new handheld designed primarily for game streaming rather than powerful onboard hardware. A full reveal is expected next month.

The latest teaser highlights an ultra-low latency streaming experience of just 10 ms, based on lab tests using a Legion Y9000P laptop with an RTX 4060 running at 1080p/120 Hz. They’re pulling this off with a mix of PC software support and their own streaming protocol, aiming for something that feels close to native play even when the heavy lifting is happening elsewhere.

The Legion C700 is designed to pair seamlessly with the Legion Stream dock for one-click setup. It can also stream games stored on a connected PC even when you’re offline, which adds some useful flexibility. A partnership with Tencent’s START cloud gaming service should give it access to a wide library of streamed titles, especially in markets where that service is already popular.

Full specs still haven’t been released, but earlier teasers and reports point to a pretty light design (around 556 g) and a 7.82-inch 120 Hz IPS screen. It’s also expected to come with modern controls like TMR joysticks and Hall-effect triggers.

Unlike the more powerful Legion Go series, which are all about running Windows games locally, the C700 takes a different route. It leans on cloud infrastructure and optimized streaming so it doesn’t need high-end silicon inside. That can mean lower cost, better battery life, and a cooler, lighter device, while still delivering sharp visuals when it’s hooked up to a strong host PC or cloud service.

Lenovo has confirmed an August launch window, with full specs, pricing, and availability details expected then. Between the claimed 10 ms latency, dedicated streaming software, dock support, and Tencent START integration, it’s shaping up to be one of the more focused cloud gaming handhelds we’ve seen so far.

The real questions will be how the latency holds up in everyday use, how long the battery lasts, how good the screen looks, and how well it handles both cloud and local streaming. For anyone who wants portable access to PC games without the bulk or heat of a traditional handheld, the Legion C700 could be an interesting new option.

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Lenovo is adding another Snapdragon option to its business laptop range. The ThinkPad T14s Gen 7 Snapdragon Edition is now available in some overseas markets, bringing Qualcomm’s latest ARM chips to the familiar ThinkPad platform in a surprisingly lightweight package.

The laptop gets a completely redesigned chassis that feels more rigid, yet the whole thing still comes in at just 1.19 kg. You can pick between the Snapdragon X2 Plus (X2P-42-100) or the stronger Snapdragon X2 Elite (X2E-80-100). It supports fast LPDDR5X-9600 memory up to 32 GB and uses a compact M.2 2242 SSD for storage.

There are two 1920×1200 IPS screen choices. One is a touch panel with 400 nits and 45% NTSC color coverage; the other is a non-touch version that hits 500 nits and covers the full 100% sRGB gamut. Both stick to 60 Hz, which keeps things efficient for everyday work. A 58 Wh battery powers the system, and it comes with Wi-Fi 7 for faster, more reliable wireless connections.

The ThinkPad T14s series has always been popular with business users thanks to its build quality, keyboard, and enterprise features. Switching to the Snapdragon X2 platform brings the usual ARM advantages: better efficiency, longer battery life, and a lightweight build. The lighter, stiffer chassis makes it especially appealing if you’re always on the move.

By offering both the Plus and Elite versions of the X2 chip, Lenovo covers different needs, from straightforward office work to heavier multitasking.

Price and availability:

The ThinkPad T14s Gen 7 is already available in select overseas markets. In the UK, for example, the base model pairs the Snapdragon X2 Plus with 16 GB of RAM and a 256 GB SSD, priced at £1,909. The X2 Elite variant starts with 32 GB of RAM and a 256 GB SSD and costs £2,500. If you want more storage, the 512 GB and 1 TB variants cost £2,560 and £2,690, respectively.

This T14s Gen 7 Snapdragon Edition shows Lenovo is serious about giving business users efficient options that still feel premium. Wider availability is expected soon, although regional prices could vary.

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The global chip market is feeling the squeeze again as one of its biggest players starts passing higher costs down the line. Qualcomm has told customers it’s raising prices on its chips, and that move is expected to hit smartphones, wearables, and a bunch of other connected devices in the months ahead.

According to Bloomberg, Qualcomm sent a formal notice to its customers saying prices will jump by a double-digit percentage for anything shipping after September 1. The company basically said it can’t keep absorbing the higher supply-chain costs anymore and is also looking for alternative sources for components. It pointed to what it called historic shortages across the tech industry, the kind that are hitting everything from phones and supercomputers to cars.

Qualcomm relies heavily on TSMC, the world’s largest contract chipmaker. Competition for that capacity is fierce, and Apple and Nvidia are both major customers too.

Qualcomm’s chips end up in phones from almost every known smartphone brand, plus wearables from companies like Meta, so the higher prices are likely to ripple into a lot of different products. Analysts have already been saying that memory shortages have limited smartphone production this year.

TSMC has already warned that supply constraints could stick around even as it builds more capacity. Samsung and Intel have advanced manufacturing of their own, but they still haven’t fully matched TSMC’s scale or the level of customer trust for the most advanced chips. That keeps TSMC right at the center of the global electronics supply chain and leaves Qualcomm with limited short-term options.

This double-digit price hike is a clear sign of how AI-driven demand is cascading into everyday consumer electronics. Phone makers and other device companies will have to decide whether to swallow the higher component costs or pass them on to buyers.

Multiple smartphone brands have already adjusted their prices, with the impact being most noticeable in the value-oriented segment. How they respond to this latest round of price hikes will be worth watching as the September start date nears.

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Samsung’s next big flagship lineup is back in the spotlight. Fresh leaks are focusing on the cameras of the Galaxy S27 lineup, and they’re giving us the first real look at what Samsung might change for 2027.

According to WinFuture, the S27 series should come in four models with internal codenames: NM1 for the regular Galaxy S27, NM2 for the S27+, NM3 for the S27 Pro, and NM4 for the Ultra. “NM” stands for “Next Miracle,” which follows the “Miracle” name they used for the S26 series.

The biggest claimed upgrade is on the ultra-wide cameras of the Pro and Ultra. Both are supposedly switching to Sony’s IMX855 sensor, a 1/2.55-inch sensor with 0.7µm pixels. That’s a change from the Samsung ISOCELL JN3 (50MP) ultra-wide on the current S26 Ultra.

For context, the S26 Ultra uses a 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HP2 main camera (with a brighter f/1.4 aperture), a 50MP Sony IMX854 5x telephoto, and a 12MP Sony IMX874 front camera. On the S27 Pro and Ultra, the selfie camera is expected to jump to a new 16MP Samsung sensor with autofocus. Some database entries even hint that the Pro’s front camera might get optical image stabilization.

The base S27 and S27+ look more modest. They’re said to stick with a 50MP main camera that has OIS, a 12MP ultra-wide, and a zoom camera whose exact resolution and zoom level still aren’t clear. So Samsung seems to be keeping the usual split, saving its best hardware for the Pro and Ultra.

WinFuture has a pretty solid track record with early Galaxy hardware info. The move to a new Sony ultra-wide and a better front camera with autofocus (and possible OIS) feels more like steady refinement than a radical overhaul.

We’ll almost certainly hear more about the main and telephoto sensors, processing tweaks, and camera features as development continues. For now, these early details suggest Samsung is focused on stronger stabilization.

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The affordable OnePlus N6x is locked in for an India launch on July 31, and the company has finally confirmed one of the most important specs: a 7,000mAh battery.

Earlier, OnePlus only said it could last up to 2.5 days without sharing the exact capacity. Now we know it’s 1,000mAh smaller than the 8,000mAh cell in the N6, but still very competitive in the endurance game.

A promotional page on Amazon India breaks down the claimed numbers on a full charge:

• About 20.56 hours of video playback
• 133.56 hours of music playback
• 25.04 hours of social media scrolling
• 11.26 hours of video recording

These real-world estimates matter more than just the mAh number.

Charging speed is still a mystery. The N6 supports 45W, so most people expect the N6x to land somewhere close to that. We’ll have to wait for the official reveal to know for sure.

One of the biggest differences between the N6 and N6x is the design. The more affordable model gets a pill-shaped camera island, a notable departure from the rounded-square module on the N6. The front also sees a change. While OnePlus has largely focused on showcasing the rear design of the N6x, one image on the Amazon microsite reveals a waterdrop notch for the selfie camera, unlike the hole-punch cutout used on the N6.

The design changes appear to be aimed at giving the two phones distinct identities, allowing them to target different price segments without looking too similar. The bezels, however, do not appear to differ significantly between the two models.

Color options for the N6x include light blue and burgundy. The slightly smaller battery compared to the N6 could mean a thinner design, better component balance, or simply cost savings, while still offering multi-day battery life in real-world use.

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The Legion Y7MG is designed to pair with their recently launched R7 RT75 magnetic switch keyboard. One of the biggest talking points besides the high polling rate is how light the mouse is. It measures 119.22 × 62.05 × 38.20 mm and weighs just 59 grams.

Lenovo achieved this with an aluminum-magnesium alloy top shell and button covers, paired with an ABS plastic bottom. The Y-shaped hollowed design helps cut weight while still feeling solid in the hand. It also has a 500mAh battery for wireless use.

Under the shell sits a PixArt PAW3950 optical sensor, a popular high-performance option for accurate tracking. Clicks come from Kailh 100M optical switches, and the scroll wheel uses a TTC dustproof gold-plated encoder with an aluminum alloy roller for smooth, reliable operation.

Connectivity is tri-mode: USB-C wired, 2.4GHz wireless, and Bluetooth. Both the wired and 2.4GHz modes support an 8,000Hz polling rate, which is great for ultra-low latency in competitive games. RGB lighting is built in with a light diffuser that works with the cutouts to create a cool lighting effect.

This mouse clearly follows the current trend of sub-60g design. The alloy construction gives it a more premium feel than typical plastic mice, while the hollowed design helps with both weight and aesthetics.

Launched alongside the matching R7 RT75 keyboard, it’s part of Legion’s push to offer a coordinated high-performance peripherals setup.

Pricing and availability:

At 499 yuan (~$74), the Legion Y7MG is aiming at competitive players who want high-end features without paying top-tier esports brand prices. It’s currently only available in China, and the brand has not confirmed an international release.

The battery life and the software customization would require real-life testing. But on paper, the Y7MG looks like a strong contender. It packs a flagship-level sensor, optical switches, high polling rate, and an ultralight alloy body into a package that doesn’t break the bank.

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After teasing the audio-focused Moto Pad 70 Groove earlier, the company has now revealed key details about the standard Moto Pad 70 on a Flipkart microsite. It’s expected to arrive around August 8.

You’re getting a big 12.1-inch display with 2.5K resolution and peak brightness of 800 nits (in High Brightness Mode), so it should stay readable outdoors. The tablet also comes with the Moto Pen included in the box, which is nice for note-taking, sketching, or just more precise control.

Power comes from the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, a 6nm chip that usually powers entry-level and lower mid-range 5G smartphones. It should handle basic multitasking, streaming, and light creative work just fine, with the larger chassis helping improve heat dissipation during longer use.

Battery life looks strong too: a 10,200mAh cell with 68W fast charging. The tablet itself stays reasonably portable at 530 grams and just 6.29mm thick.

Other highlights include full 5G support, a quad-speaker setup with Dolby Atmos, and Android 16 out of the box. Motorola is promising two major Android upgrades plus security updates until 2030, a decent commitment for this segment.

Specs-wise, the Moto Pad 70 seems closely related to the Lenovo Idea Tab Plus. It’s clearly aimed at students, professionals, and families who want a large-screen tablet with stylus support, good battery life, fast charging, and a near-stock Android software experience.

Motorola seems to be targeting different types of users with the Pad 70 lineup. The already launched Pad 70 Pro combines a 144Hz 3.5K display with a sub-flagship chipset, while the upcoming Pad 70 Groove is expected to step down to a mid-range chip but focus on entertainment with its nine-speaker JBL audio setup.

The standard Pad 70 is likely to appeal to users who want a large display, stylus support, and strong battery life without paying for the higher-end models. Full pricing and storage/RAM options should drop closer to launch.

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HMD has launched the HMD Touch AI in China, a tiny, purposeful device that mixes classic Nokia Lumia vibes with some useful AI tools, all for a very reasonable price.

The phone clearly takes inspiration from the old Nokia Lumia series. It has that distinctive circular camera housing on the back and comes in a bright cyan color. You can also buy separate back cases in yellow, blue, and white if you want to switch things up.

It’s very similar to the HMD Touch 4G that launched in India last October, but this China version adds AI features tailored for the local market.

You’re looking at a compact 3.2-inch touchscreen, 2MP cameras on both sides, and a 1,950mAh battery that charges over USB-C. It supports dual-SIM 4G, Wi-Fi, and can even act as a hotspot, making it more useful than your typical basic feature phone.

There’s also a physical button on the top that you can customize. One handy option is turning it into a one-touch SOS button that quickly alerts your emergency contacts.

The real differentiator is the Doubao AI (from ByteDance). It can do Chinese-English translation, generate images from text, recognize and reorganize objects in photos, and help with studying. The phone runs a clean, distraction-free system with parental controls, which makes it a solid option for kids or anyone who needs a digital detox. Alipay support is also built in for easy payments.

It’s currently available for pre-order in China at 469 yuan (about $69). It’s clearly aimed at people who want something simple, safe, and selectively smart — without the cost or complexity of a full smartphone.

It’s currently available for pre-order in China at 469 yuan (about $69), and is clearly aimed at people who want something simple, safe, and selectively smart.

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After the Galaxy F70e launched earlier this year, a more capable sibling, the Galaxy F70 Pro (model code SM-E476B), has now shown up in Geekbench. It’s giving us a clear early look at the hardware.

The phone is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (SM6475). It’s an octa-core chip with cores running up to 2.4 GHz and 1.8 GHz, paired with an Adreno 710 GPU. The unit that was tested ran Android 16 and had 8GB of RAM (more options could still show up later).

In Geekbench it scored 998 single-core and 3,090 multi-core. Those numbers sit right in line with other Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 phones, so you can expect solid everyday performance, decent multitasking, and okay light gaming.

Interestingly, the same chip already powers Samsung’s Galaxy M47, so the F70 Pro is likely sharing a similar foundation but tuned for the F-series audience.

From earlier certifications and leaks, the phone should come with:

• A 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate
• A big 6,000mAh battery with 45W charging
• A 50MP main camera

Software-wise, it’s looking at One UI on Android 16 plus up to six years of OS updates, pretty generous for a mid-ranger.

The Galaxy F lineup is mainly aimed at India and other price-sensitive markets. The “Pro” label usually means a few upgrades over the regular F models, including a better screen, faster charging, and maybe a nicer finish (sometimes with that soft leather-like look).

Samsung hasn’t officially confirmed anything yet, but between the earlier GSMA listings and this fresh Geekbench appearance, a launch feels pretty close.

Overall, the Galaxy F70 Pro looks like it’s shaping up to be a practical, battery-focused mid-ranger that won’t try to be a flagship. Just a reliable phone with modern software support and solid everyday specs.

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The second-generation MacBook Neo is already in the works, and fresh reports suggest it’ll bring some meaningful improvements while staying true to its affordable roots.

According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman and other sources, Apple is testing the device with the A19 Pro chip. They’re also looking at different memory options to make it better suited for everyday tasks and AI features.

The current MacBook Neo uses the A18 Pro (6-core CPU + 5-core GPU). The new version should jump to the A19 Pro, which is expected to deliver roughly 10-15% better CPU performance and up to 40% better GPU performance. That means snappier multitasking, smoother light creative work, and just a more responsive feel overall.

Interestingly, the laptop version of the A19 Pro might come with a 5-core GPU (instead of the 6-core one going into the iPhone 17 Pro). This tweak probably helps balance power and battery life for a laptop.

On the memory side, the current model has 8GB of RAM. There are strong hints that the MacBook Neo 2 will bump that up to 12GB. That extra RAM will be especially helpful for on-device Apple Intelligence features.

Apple isn’t planning any big design overhauls. They’ll probably stick with a similar compact, lightweight body and keep refreshing the color options to keep it feeling fresh. The current colors (Silver, Blush, Citrus, Indigo) are already pretty appealing, and more choices are expected down the line.

The MacBook Neo 2 is reportedly targeting a 2027 launch, which gives Apple plenty of time to fine-tune everything. This laptop isn’t trying to compete with the powerful MacBook Pro models. Instead, it’s shaping up to be a great pick for students, everyday professionals, and casual users who want solid build quality, good performance, and a nice design, all without spending flagship money.

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Meet the Mijia Wireless Floor Cleaner 5C, the latest in Xiaomi’s popular budget-friendly vacuum cleaner lineup. Officially priced at 999 yuan (~$150), it’s already dropping to 899 yuan with regular subsidies. Not bad for a feature-packed cleaner. It’s scheduled to go on sale August 3, following up on last year’s 4C model.

Xiaomi bumped up the suction power from 15,000Pa to a strong 18,000Pa, which should do a better job on dirt, dust, and pet hair across different floor types. They also added triple anti-tangle technology (it even earned TÜV certification), so you won’t have to keep stopping to untangle hair or fur. This is a big win for households with pets.

Other nice touches:

• Lighter design that’s easier to push around
• 60°C hot airflow for better drying and odor removal (helps prevent mold and bad smells)
• Up to 45 minutes of battery life
• Quiet operation at around 50dB

Xiaomi says it can clean a big 341m² apartment on a single charge, which should be plenty for most homes.

The 5C aims to fix common complaints from older models: stronger suction, less tangling, and faster drying. In China’s crowded smart home market, Xiaomi continues to make decent tech feel affordable, especially when you combine it with all the current discounts and government incentives.

It’s a perfect example of their strategy: give people useful, modern cleaning tools without making them pay premium prices.

There’s no word on global availability yet. But considering the 4C model is already listed on the brand’s global website, there’s a decent chance the 5C will eventually make its way to international markets.

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According to the reliable leaker Digital Chat Station, Qualcomm is working on a more affordable variant of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip. This would let phone makers put near-top-tier performance into devices that don’t cost quite as much as full-blown flagships.

The rumored chip, expected to launch later this year, carries the model number SM8850-1-AB. Early Geekbench 6 scores suggest it performs very close to the standard Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (SM8850-AC). It’s probably the same core design with some tweaks to binning, clock speeds, or other optimizations to bring the price down. It’s expected to show up in phones costing under 4,000 yuan (around $590).

If this turns out to be real, it would be the fourth known version of the Elite Gen 5 platform:

• The regular SM8850-AC is the main one used in most premium Android phones.
• Samsung has its own SM8850-1-AD “for Galaxy” version in the S26 series and the new Fold8.
• There’s also a SM8850-5-AC with only seven CPU cores (instead of eight), which has already appeared in devices like the Oppo Find N6.

Adding this new SM8850-1-AB would give manufacturers even more flexibility to create strong “value flagship” phones..

This kind of move is classic Qualcomm. They’ve done it with previous Snapdragon 8 series too, releasing different versions so brands can hit different price points while still delivering excellent performance and AI features.

For buyers, it’s good news. More phones in the upper mid-range and premium-but-not-crazy-expensive category could get top-notch specs. This should be especially welcome in price-sensitive markets like India and other emerging regions.

Of course, we’ll need official word from Qualcomm and real-world tests to know exactly how it differs in real-world use. But if the leaks hold up, we could see some compelling flagships and premium mid-range devices, even as manufacturers continue to deal with the ongoing memory chip shortage.

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Fresh info from a Google Play Console listing gives us our first solid look at what’s under the hood. While it keeps a lot of the same foundation as the last few models, there’s one meaningful upgrade that could make a real difference in daily use.

The watch (codenamed “godric”) is sticking with the Qualcomm SW5100 platform that powered the Pixel Watch 4, 3, and 2. That means the same CPU (four ARM Cortex-A53 cores up to 1.7 GHz) and Adreno 702 GPU at 1 GHz. It’s proven reliable for Wear OS, even if it’s not the absolute fastest chip out there.

The big news is the jump in RAM, from 2GB in previous models to 3GB. That extra memory should help with smoother multitasking and snappier performance. It’ll likely make the watch feel more future-proof than its predecessor.

We don’t have details yet on any coprocessor (the Pixel Watch 4 added an upgraded one for things like satellite SOS), but the RAM upgrade alone is a welcome change for everyday use.

As per leaked renders, the Pixel Watch 5 is keeping a very similar design to the previous generation. It should come in four nice color options: Dark Anthracite, Natural Silver, Pyrite, and Warm Gold. If you liked the look and comfort of the last model, this one will probably feel familiar in the best way.

Google seems to be playing it smart here: focusing on meaningful little improvements instead of reinventing the wheel every year, which would increase costs. More RAM without changing the main chipset should still bring better app performance, smoother background health tracking, and more responsive AI features. We’ll probably see more leaks as we get closer to the expected August 12 launch date.

What do you think? Is the extra RAM enough to get you excited, or are you hoping for bigger changes like a better battery or new health sensors?

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Ever had that wild dream of opening an Amazon package and finding way more than you paid for? Well, it actually happened to a customer in Japan recently, but with a wholesome twist.

The customer ordered just one Intel Core i5-14400 processor. When the package arrived, they opened it to find five sealed retail boxes inside. They shared a photo online, clearly shocked. At around 36,000 yen (roughly $220) per processor, those five units added up to over $1,100 worth of hardware.

Amazon hasn’t explained the exact error, but it looks like a classic warehouse slip. Intel often ships these CPUs in bigger outer cartons that hold multiple retail boxes (five in this case). Someone at the fulfillment center likely scanned the master carton barcode instead of the individual items, so the system thought the whole bundle was just one order. These kinds of mistakes are rare, but they show how complicated large-scale automated shipping can get.

Social media had the usual reactions: lots of people telling him to keep the extras, resell them, or treat it as a lucky “freebie” from a giant company. But the buyer went a different route. They quickly contacted Amazon and arranged to return the four extra processors, keeping only the one they actually paid for.

The i5-14400 is a solid mid-range 14th-gen CPU, designed for work and everyday tasks. Stories like this pop up from time to time (extra gadgets, mystery groceries, you name it), and they always spark debates about what you “should” do in that situation.

In the end, this Japanese customer’s decision probably strengthened their trust in Amazon while quietly earning respect online. With millions of packages flying out every day from highly automated warehouses, errors are bound to happen. What matters is how people respond when they do.

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The upcoming OnePlus N6x is getting some early attention with fresh teasers that show off a fresh design direction for the N-series. After last week’s initial announcement focused on India, OnePlus has now shared additional images revealing the phone’s complete rear design and confirmed that it will launch on July 31. The design matches the earlier teasers, and the device will be available in a light blue and a deep burgundy finish, both of which look stylish.

The N6x is going for a modern, flat-edge design with sharp, right-angled sides and a clean flat back. This gives it a more structured, premium-inspired feel.

The biggest highlight is the pill-shaped vertical camera module positioned in the top-left corner. It’s a clear shift away from the square camera island on the recently launched N6. The LED flash sits outside the camera module. It also retains the 3.5mm jack from the N6, one of the simplest yet most practical features for budget-conscious buyers.

OnePlus is also playing around with the fun slogan “Beyond what you x-pect”* in their promos. It’s a cute play on words that hints at some surprise features or extra value in a phone that’s supposed to be affordable.

The N-series is about making OnePlus phones more accessible, and the N6x seems to continue that while adding more personality. It’s separate from the Nord lineup, focusing on delivering solid everyday phones that don’t cost a fortune.

With flat frames and this refreshed camera design, OnePlus is clearly trying to give the N6x a distinct identity from the N6. Competition is tough, but these early visuals suggest they’re paying attention to the little details that can make a phone feel special.

We still don’t have full specs on the processor, battery, cameras, or display. Those details should be revealed in the coming days. Until then, the confirmed launch date gives us a clear timeline for when the remaining hardware details will be unveiled.

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At yesterday’s Unpacked event, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold8 alongside the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, with the standard model offering a noticeably fresher take on the book-style foldable that feels more compact and fun to use than its predecessor.

Instead of the tall, narrow design we’ve gotten used to, this one goes shorter and wider. It’s clearly built for watching videos, scrolling social media, and just everyday enjoyment without feeling like you’re wrestling with a big tablet every time you open it.

On the outside, you get a 5.5-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 10:16 aspect ratio. Open it up and there’s a big 7.6-inch inner screen with a more square-ish 4:3 ratio that reduces black borders on long-form videos. Both support HDR and get seriously bright (up to 3000 nits on the main panel) with an anti-reflective coating so they actually look good outdoors. One quick note: there’s still no S Pen support.

There are a few notable hardware improvements this year. Apart from the anti-reflective coating, Samsung is also using a new “Flex Titanium” backplate that helps reduce the display crease and makes the phone feel more solid than Fold 7.

At just 201 grams, it’s now Samsung’s lightest book-style foldable, lighter than the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Folded, it’s 123.9 × 81.9 × 9.7mm. Unfolded, it stretches to 123.9 × 161.4 × 4.5mm. It also carries IP48 dust and water resistance.

The camera setup is a bit less impressive, though. Around the back you’ll find a dual camera setup: a 50MP main (with OIS) and a 50MP ultra-wide. There are 10MP front cameras on both the cover and inner displays.

Power comes from the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, with 12GB or 16GB of RAM depending on storage (256GB/512GB/1TB options). The battery jumps up to 4,800mAh, thanks to its silicon-carbon construction, which should feel like a nice improvement. It supports 45W wired charging (0-63% in about 30 minutes) and 20W wireless.

It ships with One UI 9.0 on the latest Android and gets seven years of OS and security updates. Samsung packed in plenty of Galaxy AI and Gemini-based features.

Pricing and availability

The Fold8 comes in four color options: Lavender, Graphite, and Cream. Pre-orders are already live, and shipping begins August 7. Samsung has listed the phone on its official website at the following prices:

• 12GB RAM + 256GB Storage: $1,899
• 12GB RAM + 512GB Storage: $2,099
• 16GB RAM + 1TB Storage: $2,499

Overall, this looks designed as a direct competitor to Apple’s yet-to-launch first foldable, positioned below the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra in Samsung’s lineup.

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Samsung just unveiled its first-ever Ultra-branded book-style foldable. It aims to be the ultimate productivity machine that fits in your pocket.

The “Ultra” name has sparked some debate: people are used to seeing it on slab phones with cutting-edge optics. But Samsung says it simply represents their most advanced and capable devices across all categories.

On the outside, you get a 6.5-inch FHD+ cover display with tough Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3 protection. Unfold it, and you’re looking at a massive 8-inch QXGA+ inner screen using Dynamic AMOLED 2X tech, complete with an anti-reflective coating and a crazy-high peak brightness of 3000 nits. Both screens support smooth 120Hz adaptive refresh rates, making multitasking and media consumption feel buttery smooth.

Cameras are a big focus this time. There’s a triple rear setup: a 200MP main sensor (with 2x optical zoom), a 50MP ultra-wide, and a 10MP 3x telephoto. You also get dual 10MP front cameras (one on each display). Samsung added new software tricks like better HDR in 200MP shots, improved low-light performance, 8K video recording, and APV encoding.

Powering everything is the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, paired with plenty of memory and storage, starting at 12GB + 256GB and going all the way up to 16GB + 1TB. The battery now uses silicon-carbon tech, increasing capacity from 4,400mAh on the Fold 7 to 5,000mAh despite the phone keeping almost the same dimensions. Charging also gets a nice bump to 45W wired and 20W wireless, making this one of the Fold 8 Ultra’s biggest hardware upgrades.

Other notable improvements include a new Flex Titanium support structure behind the display that reduces the crease, along with better thermal management, a smoother hinge with magnetic assist, and an efficient dual-path charging system. The phone measures just 4.1mm when unfolded and weighs about 215g. Color options include Twilight Purple, Rock Gray, Cloud White, and an online-exclusive Pine Green.

It ships with One UI 9, loaded with expanded Galaxy AI features powered by Google Gemini. Pre-orders are live, and shipping begins August 7. Samsung has listed the phone on its official website at the following prices:

• 12GB+256GB: $2,099
• 12GB+512GB: $2,299
• 16GB+1TB: $2,699

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HMD Global, the company behind modern Nokia phones and its own HMD lineup, might be tapping into nostalgia around the old Windows Phone days.

Leaks suggest the company is experimenting with a tile-style user interface that brings back memories of those colorful, glanceable Live Tiles from the Lumia era. According to reports shared on X by accounts like smashx_60 that follow HMD closely, this could be a fresh take on the old Windows Phone and Nokia X Software Platform feel. It would be a pretty big departure from the usual Android launchers, giving users those dynamic, at-a-glance updates in a vibrant, Metro-inspired layout.

This fits right in with HMD’s love for honoring Nokia’s heritage. We’ve already seen them pay tribute to classic Lumia designs through squared-off looks inspired by the old Fabula design language (think Nokia N9 and early Lumias). Phones like the HMD Skyline have drawn direct comparisons to the Lumia 920 for their colorful unibody style.

Adding more fuel to the fire, there have been reports that HMD is looking into acquiring the Lumia trademark and related patents from Microsoft. If that happens, we could eventually see an official “Lumia remake”, probably running Android, but carrying that beloved branding. HMD is also rumored to be doing something similar with the Asha name.

As HMD grows its own brand alongside Nokia licensing, leaning into nostalgia like this could be a smart move. Windows Phone’s typography, live updates, and intuitive navigation had a special charm that many people still miss in today’s very similar-looking Android and iOS interfaces. A tile-based launcher running on Android could give HMD phones a unique personality while still offering full access to important apps.

Of course, software differentiation is tough, but if they nail a fun, customizable tile experience, especially paired with good cameras (echoing PureView roots) and durable, repairable hardware, it could really stand out in a crowded market.

HMD seems to understand that legacy brands still have plenty of emotional pull, even years after the original platforms faded away.

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Motorola is clearly serious about tablets in India. Just after launching the Moto Pad 70 series, the company is now ready to introduce the Moto Pad 70 Groove, a model that puts audio front and center for a more immersive experience.

The tablet is officially launching in India on July 31, and a dedicated Flipkart microsite has already given us a good look at what’s coming. The design stands out with a cool circular mesh grille on the back featuring the JBL logo, plus a built-in fold-out stand that’s surprisingly versatile. It supports portrait, landscape, lean, stand, hanging, and even theatre modes. Motorola has teased it in a nice green color, and the volume buttons are conveniently placed on the rear.

What makes the Groove special is its sound system. Motorola is calling it India’s first nine-speaker JBL setup: four tweeters, three woofers, and two passive radiators. It’s backed by a big 43cc acoustic chamber, dedicated bass units, Dolby Atmos tuning, and Hi-Res Audio support (including wireless). The whole thing pumps out up to 48W in a 7.2-channel setup. If the claims hold up, this could be one of the best-sounding tablets around for movies, music, and gaming, with no extra speakers needed.

On the display side, you’re getting a big 12.1-inch 2.5K panel with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. It supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision, and can hit up to 800 nits in High Brightness Mode. That should make it great for streaming and everyday use. Power comes from a hefty 10,200mAh battery that Motorola says can deliver up to 15 hours of video playback, along with a 68W charger in the box for fast charging.

The Groove fits into the broader Pad 70 family, which has been focusing on large, high-refresh-rate screens and decent performance in the Indian market. The heavy focus on JBL-tuned audio makes this one feel like a strong pick for entertainment lovers.

Motorola seems to be carving out its own space in India by mixing practical design with features that actually matter to everyday users.

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Apple is gearing up for its most exciting iPhone in recent years. Fresh code found in the latest iOS 27 developer beta is getting everyone talking about the long-rumored foldable device, expected to arrive as the iPhone Ultra this September.

The biggest clue comes from the Battery Health section in Settings. Apple has added new text that refers to “batteries” in the plural, which is a big departure from the usual singular “battery” language used on every current iPhone. You’ll now see lines like “The batteries in this iPhone are performing as expected,” “The health of the batteries in this iPhone has significantly degraded,” and even a warning about “one of the batteries” not being a genuine Apple part.

This plural wording is a strong hint that Apple is preparing software support for a phone with two separate battery cells, a common setup in foldables to work around the hinge and keep the weight balanced.

According to supply chain leaks from Digital Chat Station, the iPhone Ultra could feature two cells: one at 1,921 mAh and another at 2,962 mAh, for a combined total of 4,883 mAh. That’s lower than some earlier rumors that suggested a massive 5,400-5,800mAh battery, but it would still edge out Samsung’s latest Galaxy Z Fold 8 (Wide), which packs a 4,800mAh battery.

On the display side, rumors point to a large 7.76-inch inner screen and a 5.49-inch cover display. Camera-wise, expect a 48 MP main sensor and 48 MP ultra-wide, though it looks like there might not be a telephoto lens due to space limitations.

This battery discovery lines up with earlier iOS 27 code mentions of fold states, multiple displays, and multitasking features built for a bigger, foldable screen. Apple reportedly has mass production elements moving forward after ironing out hinge issues.

If it all comes together, the iPhone Ultra could be a game-changer for Apple users. Yes, it’ll probably come with a very premium price tag (rumored to be between $2,000 and $2,500), but Apple’s tight hardware-software integration could make it one of the best foldable experiences yet.

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After nearly seven years of silence in the Indian market, the Vivo S2 is on its way. According to leaker Yogesh Brar, the phone (model number V2576) is expected to launch in early August 2026, with sales likely kicking off around August 15. It has already popped up in the Bluetooth SIG database, which is usually a strong sign that the official announcement is just around the corner.

The S2 is reportedly aiming for the premium mid-range segment. That puts it in direct competition with phones like the Oppo Reno 16 Pro. If the rumors hold up, it should be a solid pick for anyone who wants a stylish handset with good cameras.

For those who remember, the original Vivo S1 launched back in 2019 with a beautiful 6.38-inch Super AMOLED display, and a MediaTek Helio P65 processor. The phone paired a 16MP main camera with an 8MP ultrawide camera and, somewhat surprisingly for its time, a 32MP front-facing camera. Its 4,500mAh battery supported 18W wired charging.

This handset was positioned as a stylish, youth-centric premium mid-range smartphone at the time, with the base 4GB RAM + 128GB storage variant priced at Rs. 17,990 at launch. The new S2 is expected to take that formula to the next level with much better hardware and improved image processing. There’s also a good chance the S2 will share some DNA with Vivo’s global V-series models.

The premium mid-range price bracket has shifted noticeably over the years. Factor in the recent memory chip shortage, and the tipster expects the handset to debut in India at under Rs. 50,000.

As we get closer to the August launch window, we should start seeing more concrete specs on the processor, display, software, and pricing. It remains to be seen if the S2 manages to stand out in the India’s crowded mid-range market.

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If you’ve been following the rumors, you already know the Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 are just around the corner. Leaks and promotional materials have been popping up everywhere.

Ahead of the July 22 official unveiling, reliable leaker Evan Blass dropped what look like official promo images for both models. The regular Galaxy Watch 9 keeps things familiar: same dual-button layout as the Watch 8, just with some subtle refinements. It’ll come in four colors: white, graphite, green, and black, giving people more options to match their style.

The big internal change is the switch to Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Wear Elite chip. That should mean better efficiency, snappier performance, and stronger AI features compared to the predecessor’s Exynos W1000. Battery sizes are as follows: 390mAh on the 40mm version and 445mAh on the 44mm one.

On the health side, Samsung is really leaning into proactive wellness. There’s a new “Vitals” watch face that keeps an eye on your key metrics and alerts you if something looks off. They’ve also added a running coach that helps track your progress toward personal goals, plus improved sleep apnea detection. All of this feeds into better sleep and energy scores, which feels like a natural evolution of what Samsung has been building.

Galaxy Watch Ultra 2:

Then there’s the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. It keeps that tough, adventure-ready vibe with a 47mm titanium case that’s reportedly 12% thinner than the first one. The 1.5-inch OLED display (480×480) can hit a blazing 5000 nits peak brightness, so it should look great even in direct sunlight. Durability-wise, it has 10ATM water resistance and IP69K certification.

Like the standard model, it runs on the Snapdragon Wear Elite chipset, with 2GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. The 800mAh battery sounds promising for all-day (and then some) use, and it’s a major upgrade over the 590mAh cell in the Galaxy Watch Ultra (2024) and Watch Ultra (2025).

For connectivity, you’ll get Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, dual-band Wi-Fi, and LTE options. Pricing is expected to land around €749.

While the regular Watch 9 feels like a refined daily driver, the Ultra 2 is clearly aimed at people who want a more rugged, premium experience.

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Zhiyun, a leading manufacturer of professional motorized camera and smartphone gimbals, just dropped a new camera stabilizer. The WEEBILL 5 is positioned as a gimbal that combines clever AI features with thoughtful design to make shooting easier and more fun.

Priced at 2299 yuan (roughly $330), the gimbal brings a fresh third-generation stabilization system along with a built-in carrying handle. It can handle payloads up to 3kg, so it works well with a wide range of mirrorless cameras and lenses from Sony, Canon, Nikon, and others.

The real highlight is its AI-powered intelligent tracking. A dedicated AI module can recognize and lock onto all kinds of subjects: people, pets, vehicles, even buildings. It can keep tracking even if the subject briefly leaves the frame, with reliable performance up to about 10 meters away. There’s also real-time camera movement assistance that automatically helps frame your shots nicely, so you spend less time fiddling and more time being creative.

On the practical side, Zhiyun added a new stabilization algorithm, a double-layer quick-release plate that skips the usual secondary leveling for faster setups, and handy micro-adjustment knobs for fine-tuning. Other useful bits include a 1.8-inch color touchscreen, built-in fill light, native horizontal and vertical shooting modes, Bluetooth control for shutter and zoom, plus support for external focus motors, monitors, mics, and more.

The WEEBILL 5 builds nicely on the previous models in the series, which were already popular for being lightweight and user-friendly. This new version adds smarter AI tracking and better ergonomics, tackling common complaints like tricky subject following and slow setup times in the field.

Overall, at this price point, the WEEBILL 5 looks like a strong option for vloggers, hybrid shooters, and filmmakers who want something portable yet capable. It strikes a nice balance between smart features and real-world usability. Once it’s widely available and we get more hands-on feedback, it’ll be interesting to see how it performs in everyday shooting situations.

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If you’re into affordable smartphones, this one’s worth watching. Qualcomm is prepping the Snapdragon 4 Gen 6 (model SM4875) for devices expected next year, and a leaked internal document gives us a pretty clear early look at what it brings. The focus is on better graphics, faster memory, and improved efficiency.

The chip will be built on TSMC’s 4nm process. The CPU setup looks familiar to the Gen 5: two performance cores based on Cortex-A78 (each with 256KB L2 cache) and six efficiency Cortex-A55 cores (64KB L2 each), all sharing a 1MB L3 cache. It’s not a radical redesign, but it should handle day-to-day tasks a little better while keeping battery drain in check.

The real highlight is the GPU upgrade. It’s moving from the older Adreno 4 series to the newer Adreno 6 series. Since the 4 Gen 5 already delivered a reported 77% graphics boost over its predecessor, this next jump could make a noticeable difference in gaming, smoother animations, and media playback on cheaper phones.

Memory support is also getting a nice bump: it now handles dual-channel LPDDR5 at 3200MHz, while still working with LPDDR4X for manufacturers who want more flexible (or cheaper) configurations. That extra bandwidth should help with multitasking and loading apps faster.

Qualcomm is keeping options open on the connectivity side as well. You’ll see either the WCN3998-2 (Wi-Fi 5 + Bluetooth 5.2) or the more premium WCN6750 with Wi-Fi 6 support, depending on the phone maker’s choices. Security features include hardware-based ECC image certification, Widevine L1 for better streaming, and a new Trust Management Engine.

The whole thing comes in a slightly larger PSP917 package (11.1 x 12.0 mm), which probably gives room for these added capabilities.

For context, the Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 (which launched earlier this year) already brought decent GPU improvements and stronger 5G on the same 4nm node. The Gen 6 feels like a natural evolution: refining what worked and adding better memory and graphics muscle.

Of course, we’ll need official confirmation and real-world benchmarks before getting too excited, but the leak suggests Qualcomm isn’t slowing down in the budget chipset segment.

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According to the updated pricing on Apple’s Japanese website, the base iPhone 17 (256GB) now starts at ¥142,800, up from ¥129,800, which is roughly a 10% increase. The higher-end models saw similar bumps: the iPhone 17 Pro (256GB) jumped to ¥194,800 from ¥179,800 (about 8.3% higher), and the iPhone 17 Pro Max also saw roughly a 10% increase. Other variants like the iPhone 17 Air and iPhone 17e went up between 8% and 11.3%. Apple Watch and AirPods models were hit with similar hikes.

This move comes as the yen continues to hover near multi-decade lows against the US dollar, making imported products more expensive for Japanese buyers. Apple’s Japan team reportedly declined to comment, but the change fits with what other companies have been doing to cope with the currency pressure. Just a few weeks ago, Apple raised prices on Macs, iPads, and other devices globally due to memory chip shortages (though iPhones were spared in that earlier round).

The iPhone 17 series brings upgrades such as improved cameras, longer battery life, a more powerful A-series chip, and a refreshed design for the Pro models. Japan has always been a strong market for iPhones, but these higher prices could make some buyers think twice, especially when comparing them to local options and Android flagships.

So far, Apple hasn’t announced similar price increases in other countries, which suggests this adjustment is specific to Japan’s economic situation. Currency swings can force companies to tweak prices of their products, and this is just the latest example.

For Japanese consumers, the new starting price for the iPhone 17 Pro Max now sits around ¥214,800 in some configs, making the top model feel even more premium. These regional price changes highlight how global supply chains and currency volatility can affect everyday buyers. It’ll be interesting to see if the yen stabilizes or if Apple offers any promotions to soften the blow.

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REDMI is once again going after budget buyers who just want a phone that lasts forever on a single charge. The upcoming REDMI 17 4G looks especially promising in that department.

According to official EU EPREL certification data, the phone can deliver an impressive 73 hours and 54 minutes on a full charge. That’s seriously long-lasting. It’s expected to pack a large 7,500mAh battery with 45W fast charging support. On top of that, it should retain over 80% battery health after 1,000 charging cycles and comes with an IP64 dust and water resistance rating.

Physically, the REDMI 17 4G is a fairly big phone, around 170.12 x 78.42 x 8.8 mm and weighing 232 grams. Renders show it coming in colors like Deep Blue, Black, Oak Green, and possibly Lotus Purple. It features a large 6.9-inch display with 120Hz refresh rate (1600 x 720 resolution).

Under the hood, it’s expected to use MediaTek’s Helio G91 Ultra chipset, run HyperOS 3.0 based on Android 16, and offer 4GB or 6GB of RAM with 128GB or 256GB storage. The cameras are pretty standard for this segment: a 50MP main rear sensor and an 8MP selfie camera.

This phone seems clearly aimed at people in emerging markets who need a reliable daily driver with excellent battery life rather than performance. The big battery, solid durability, and decent basics could make it a really strong value option.

As usual, we’ll have to wait for official pricing and full availability, but if it follows the brand’s tradition, it should be very competitively priced.

Overall, the REDMI 17 4G looks like another practical, long-lasting budget phone from Xiaomi. If battery endurance is your top priority, this one is definitely worth keeping an eye on as more details come out in the coming weeks.

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Google’s affordable Pixel A-series is getting ready to make another strong impression with the upcoming Pixel 11a.

Fresh leaks have given us a pretty detailed look at what’s coming. The phone (codename Formosan) will be powered by Google’s Tensor G6 chipset (codenamed Malibu), paired with the Titan M3 security chip.

This is a solid generational upgrade. One of the more interesting changes is the switch from Samsung’s Exynos modem to MediaTek’s M90, a move that’s expected to improve connectivity and efficiency across the entire Pixel 11 lineup.

The display is a 6.3-inch panel with 1080 x 2424 resolution and a smooth variable 60-120Hz refresh rate. Brightness looks strong too, with up to 2,250 nits in HDR and a peak of 3,350 nits. It’s expected to come with 8GB of RAM and a 4,870 mAh battery. There’s also a new front camera sensor (internally called “dokkaebi”), which suggests some imaging improvements.

On the design side, the Pixel 11a is rumored to launch in four nice colors: Obsidian (black), Olive (green), Frost (purple), and Fog (silver). These feel in line with Google’s recent colorful, nature-inspired aesthetic.

Overall, the Pixel 11a looks like it will bring more of Google’s AI magic and clean software experience to the mid-range segment. The jump to Tensor G6 and the new modem should help fix some of the thermal and connectivity issues that have been common in previous A-series phones.

The full Pixel 11 series is expected around August 2026. If these leaks hold up, the Pixel 11a could once again be a compelling value-focused Android phone, thanks to its long software support and clean software experience.

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China’s AI scene just took another big step forward with the launch of Moonshot AI’s latest model, Kimi K3.

The Chinese AI company has released what it claims is the largest AI model to date with open weights, packing 2.8 trillion parameters.

Moonshot is calling it frontier-level, and they plan to release the full model weights soon, meaning developers and enthusiasts will eventually be able to download, run, and fine-tune it locally.

For now, you can already try K3 through the Kimi app on iOS and Android, the kimi.com website, or the Kimi Work desktop app. No developer account is needed to get started on the free tier (though there are usage limits).

K3 uses a Mixture-of-Experts (MoE) architecture, activating 16 out of 896 experts per request. It comes with some serious specs: a 1-million-token context window, native support for images (and reportedly video), and clever tricks like Kimi Delta Attention for handling long conversations efficiently.

Early benchmarks show it’s competitive. It trails some of the absolute top Western models like Claude Fable 5 and GPT-5.6 in certain areas, but beats or matches others in tasks like coding, agentic workflows, and knowledge work. Independent tests from Artificial Analysis put it in a strong position overall.

API pricing starts at $3 per million input tokens and $15 per million output tokens (with caching discounts). Moonshot says the full open weights will drop on July 27. That’s a huge deal for anyone interested in self-hosting or customizing the model. The company admits K3 still has some catching up to do in overall user experience, but it’s a big leap for China’s AI ecosystem.

If you’re curious about high-end AI development outside the usual Western players, Kimi K3 is worth checking out, especially once the weights are released later this month. It could spark a lot more experimentation and competition in the open-source community.

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RedMagic is making a serious push to show that Android gaming tablets can go head-to-head with dedicated Windows gaming handhelds. Their new Astra 2 has delivered some impressive real-world results that are hard to ignore.

The Astra 2 comes with a stunning 9.06-inch OLED display at 2.4K resolution and a 185Hz refresh rate. Inside, you’ll find Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, backed by RedMagic’s own RedCore R4 gaming chip. To keep things cool during long sessions, it has an advanced active liquid cooling system with a micro pump and visible coolant channels on the transparent back.

In a hands-on test by YouTuber Dame Tech, the Astra 2 went up against the ROG Xbox Ally X (powered by the AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme). The results were surprisingly close:

• In GTA V at 720p on Very High settings, the Astra 2 stayed above 70 FPS for most of the session, matching the Ally X.
• In Red Dead Redemption 2 at 720p on High, the Astra 2 initially pulled ahead while using only about 20W of power, roughly half of what the Ally X was consuming (around 40W). However, as the test continued, thermal throttling caused its performance to dip slightly below the Ally X.

These numbers highlight how efficient the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 can be for emulated PC games on Android. That said, the tablet did hit some very high temperatures (over 100°C), showing that thermal management is still a challenge for sustained play. Users looking for sustained peak performance will benefit from using a thermoelectric cooler attached to the back of the tablet.

The Astra 2 comes with a built-in PC emulator and Steam support, giving access to a huge library of games. It packs an 8,300mAh battery with fast charging (up to 80W on some models), dual USB-C ports, and configs going up to 16GB+ RAM and 1TB storage. Extra gamer touches include RGB lighting and high touch sampling rates.

Pricing starts around $549–$780, depending on the region and configuration. At that price, it’s a strong option if you want a big, beautiful OLED screen and solid gaming performance in a tablet form.

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A big data breach at one of Apple’s suppliers has given us some of the clearest details yet about the camera setup coming to the iPhone 18 Pro Max.

The leak confirms that Apple is upgrading the main camera sensor. It points to a new Sony IMX905 sensor replacing the one used in the iPhone 17 Pro Max. Interestingly, the pixel size stays the same at 1.22μm, which suggests the big new feature is variable aperture, something that’s been rumored for a while but hasn’t appeared on an iPhone yet.

If true, this would be a first for Apple. Variable aperture lets the camera physically adjust how much light comes in, which could lead to better depth of field control, improved exposure in different lighting, and more natural-looking portraits without relying so heavily on software tricks.

The rest of the camera system looks mostly unchanged according to the leaked diagnostics log. The telephoto (Sony IMX973), ultrawide (Sony IMX972), LiDAR scanner, and selfie camera appear to be carrying over from the previous generation. So Apple seems to be focusing its efforts on improving the main sensor this time around.

This information surfaced as part of a massive cybersecurity incident at Tata Electronics, one of Apple’s important manufacturing partners in India. Hundreds of gigabytes of data reportedly leaked online, including component details and testing info. Apple hasn’t commented publicly on the breach.

Beyond the camera, there are also rumors of a possible $200 price increase for the iPhone 18 Pro Max due to the rising component costs. As usual, the full iPhone 18 series is expected to launch in September 2026, likely powered by the new A20 Pro chipset.

Of course, these are still leaks, so things could change before the official reveal. But this diagnostics log adds some solid weight to the idea that Apple is finally bringing variable aperture to the iPhone.

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HMD Global is giving the feature phone segment a fresh boost with the Nokia 300 4G Power Bank, a tough, no-nonsense device that can also charge other gadgets in an emergency.

Now available for pre-order in the Philippines, this phone is aimed at people who want something reliable, long-lasting, and straightforward rather than another full-blown smartphone. It’s perfect for outdoor trips, remote work, or as a solid backup device.

At just PHP 1,990 (roughly $32 or €28), it’s very affordable. It features a compact 2.4-inch QVGA screen and a rugged, anti-slip body with IP65 dust and water resistance. It feels like a spiritual successor to older tough Nokia phones like the 800 Tough or the more recent HMD Terra M.

The real highlight is its 3,700mAh battery, one of the biggest you’ll find in a feature phone. It supports 18W fast charging and delivers serious endurance: up to 45 days on standby, 26 hours of talk time or music, and around 23 hours if you keep the powerful torch on. Speaking of the torch, it’s reportedly five times brighter than typical feature phone lights and even twice as bright as the iPhone 16 Pro’s flash.

What makes it a little more useful is the reverse wired charging feature. With the press of a side button, the phone turns into a portable power bank, offering up to 5W output. It’s not enough to meaningfully charge a smartphone, but it can power smaller accessories. The box even includes a handy 4-in-1 USB cable with multiple adapters.

The Nokia 300 4G Power Bank comes in Black, Green, and Gold colors and runs a lightweight software platform focused on calls, SMS, and FM radio. There’s also a microSD slot (up to 32GB), 4G support, and a basic 0.3MP rear camera.

Pre-orders are now live on Shopee in the Philippines, with wider availability possibly coming later depending on demand.

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