Motorola has announced the stable Android 17 rollout in India across its smartphone portfolio. The phased rollout has gone live for the flagship Motorola Signature and will expand to other eligible devices as it progresses.
T.M. Narasimhan, Managing Director at Motorola India, said:
At Motorola, we are committed to delivering fast, stable, and high-quality software experiences that enhance the way consumers interact with their smartphones. With the rollout of Android 17, beginning with our Signature portfolio, we are bringing the latest Android innovations to our users through meaningful enhancements across personalization, security, AI-powered experiences, and everyday usability
Motorola’s looking a lot more promising this year with its Android 17 rollout. However, the brand usually struggles to keep up with the pace throughout the rollout. Motorola has worked on this, and so we’re expecting a smoother rollout this year.
We’ll update you when the brand expands the Android 17 update to more devices in the Motorola section. For now, let’s quickly go through what the new update has to offer.
Motorola Android 17 update: Here’s what’s new and what’s changing
According to a report by FoneArena, the Android 17 update brings a refreshed Quick Settings panel, upgraded interactive widgets with snap-scrolling functionality, accessibility upgrades, expanded cross-platform file sharing, device diagnostics, and scam protection.
Interface and Usability Updates
System Layout: The update introduces a refreshed Quick Settings panel and redesigned system menus featuring larger touch targets and streamlined navigation.
Display and Personalization: The home screen interface has been updated alongside refined display settings, including enhanced HDR brightness management.
Widgets: Interactive widgets now support snap-scrolling functionality for smoother browsing within smaller screen footprints.
Accessibility: Vision settings, display scaling, and screen magnification have received structural updates to simplify control adjustments.
Connectivity and Device Management
Cross-Platform Quick Share: File sharing now supports cross-ecosystem transfers via Quick Share QR codes, enabling non-Android and iOS users to download shared media through a web interface.
Network & Audio Sharing: Added tools include Instant Hotspot for seamless tethering setup and Nearby Audio Streams to broadcast audio to adjacent compatible receivers.
Hardware Diagnostics: A built-in device diagnostics hub allows users to evaluate individual hardware component health and review system telemetry locally.
Intelligence, Privacy, and Security
AI-Powered Circle to Search: The visual lookup tool now includes real-time, on-screen language translation directly within the interface.
Scam Protection: An automated scam detection system scans incoming SMS, MMS, and RCS messages to alert users to potential phishing attempts.
Security Locks: Android 17 incorporates a Failed Authentication Lock alongside strengthened PIN protocols and restricted visibility for sensitive notifications on lock screens.
Notification Management: Expanded notification grouping algorithms provide summarized alerts and contextual sharing nudges for newly captured media.
Flip phones are a smaller part of the foldable market than book-style models, and 2026 has been a quieter year for clamshell launches. Some brands skipped this generation, while others focused their efforts on larger foldable phones.
The flip phones that did arrive mostly improve on designs we have already seen rather than trying something completely new. Still, there are a few models worth considering. Based on their specs and early testing, these are the five flip phones that stand out in 2026.
The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra keeps the familiar clamshell design, with a 4-inch cover display and a larger 7-inch screen inside. Both are LTPO screens with a 165Hz refresh rate and Dolby Vision support. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip and comes with up to 16GB of RAM.
As for optics, you get dual 50MP lenses on the rear for wide and ultrawide shots, while there’s a third 50MP sensor for selfies. Keeping things running is a 5000mAh battery with 68W wired and 30W wireless charging support.
Motorola priced the phone at €1,399 in Europe. While it is not the cheapest option, you get a powerful processor, plenty of RAM, and large displays on both the inside and outside.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 is 6.1mm thick when unfolded and weighs 180 grams. It has a 6.9-inch OLED inner display with a 120Hz refresh rate, along with a 4.1-inch cover screen that Samsung calls the FlexWindow.
The phone uses the Exynos 2600 in most markets, while select regions get the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. Regardless, all versions come with 12GB of RAM. Samsung launched the Galaxy Z Flip 8 at $1,199, which is $100 more expensive than its predecessor.
The phone has a 4,300mAh battery with support for 25W wired and 15W wireless charging. Those numbers are lower than what Motorola and Xiaomi offer on their latest flip phones, but Samsung claims up to 31 hours of battery life on a full charge
Samsung’s biggest advantage, on conventional or foldable form, has always been the software support. The Z Flip 8 is promised seven major Android updates, giving it one of the longest support periods in the category. It also introduces an AI Assistant Activity Dashboard that shows users what background AI features are doing on the phone.
3. Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 was the first flip phone with a battery larger than 5,000mAh. It packs a 5,165mAh battery and supports 67W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. Xiaomi says the battery can last around half a day longer than the iPhone 16 Pro in its own tests.
The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite and features a 6.86-inch inner display and a 4.01-inch cover screen. Both panels offer a 1.5K resolution and up to 3,200 nits of peak brightness.
For cameras, Xiaomi uses a Leica-tuned 50MP main camera and a 50MP ultrawide camera. The phone starts at around 5,999 yuan in China, or roughly $835; that is, the device is currently exclusive to China. Importing is the only option if you’re to get one.
The Huawei Pura X takes a different approach to the flip phone design. Instead of folding down into the usual tall and narrow shape, it folds sideways into a wider format.
The Pura X is powered by Huawei’s Kirin 9020 chip and is available with up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. It also has a 4,720mAh battery with 66W wired and 40W wireless charging. The phone has an IPX8 water-resistance rating.
Prices start at around 7,499 yuan, or roughly $1,038. However, Huawei does not officially sell the Pura X outside China, so buyers in other markets would need to import it. If you want a foldable phone that looks different from the usual clamshells, the Pura X is the most interesting option here.
5. Motorola Razr 70
The standard Motorola Razr 70 keeps much of the same design as the Ultra but costs less. The base model with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage starts at €869 in Europe.
It also has a 3.6-inch cover display, while the inner screen is 6.9 inches. As expected, Motorola cuts back on some of the performance and camera hardware compared with the Ultra model.
Still, you get the same basic clamshell design, a large cover screen, a folding inner display, and Motorola’s software experience for considerably less money.
If you want a flip phone from a major brand without spending flagship-level money, the Razr 70 is the best-value option on this list.
6. Which Flip Phone Should You Buy?
The best choice depends on what matters most to you. The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has the strongest overall hardware, especially when it comes to the processor and RAM.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 is the better pick if long-term software support is your priority, thanks to its seven major Android updates. The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 stands out for its 5,165mAh battery and dual 50MP Leica camera system.
Meanwhile, the Huawei Pura X is the most unusual option because of its wide folding design. It is worth considering if you want something different and can import the phone. Finally, the Motorola Razr 70 is the most affordable option from a major brand on this list.
With fewer clamshell phones launching in 2026, these five cover most of the main choices currently available. The right one ultimately comes down to whether you value performance, software support, battery life, design, or price most.
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Xiaomi has added a new thermos cup to its Youpin crowdfunding platform. The Mijia Flip-Lid Insulated Mug 2 will enter crowdfunding on September 2, but it is already listed on Xiaomi Youpin ahead of the launch.
It comes in four colors: white, navy blue, misty purple, and glacier blue. The crowdfunding price is set at 79 yuan, or around $11.
Mijia Flip-Lid Insulated Mug 2 Specifications
As its name implies, the highlight here is the flip-up design of the lid. The cup uses an automatic locking system that opens the lid with a slide to the left or a simple press. This lets you open and drink from the cup with one hand.
The lid locks automatically when you close it. Xiaomi has used a similar press-and-slide design before. For instance, the original Mijia flip-top thermos cup also offered one-handed operation; the new model refines the design.
The drinking spout and filter are both made from heat-resistant PPSU material that is less likely to hold onto odors. You can also remove the spout for cleaning.
Inside, the cup uses a tailless vacuum process between its inner and outer layers. The inner liner also has a copper coating to improve the vacuum insulation, which in turn helps keep the outside comfortable to hold even when the cup is filled with hot water.
The company rates the cup for up to six hours of heat retention above 68°C and six hours of cold retention below 10°C. These figures are similar to what Xiaomi offers with some of its titanium thermos cups, although the Flip-Lid Thermos Cup 2 uses stainless steel instead of titanium.
The inner liner is made from 316L stainless steel. Xiaomi has made it thinner and given it a mirror polish through an electrolytic process. It can hold 500ml of liquid.
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Xiaomi has officially unveiled the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G in Japan. It’s the first Pro Max model in the Redmi Note lineup ever, and also the first Xiaomi smartphone to pack a massive 10,000mAh battery.
The said 10,000mAh battery is built on silicon-carbon battery technology. Xiaomi says it lasts up to three days on normal use, and supports 100W wired charging that can refill a full day’s charge in just 20 minutes.
Xiaomi also claims the battery keeps more than 80% of its capacity after 1,600 charge cycles, which is about six years of use. The phone can also charge other devices through wired reverse charging, at up to 27W.
The device is made durable too. It uses what Xiaomi calls its “Redmi Titan Structure,” carrying IP66 and IP68 ratings and a 72-hour underwater test at 2 meters, verified by TÜV SÜD. You even get a dedicated water mode for shooting photos underwater. Corning’s Gorilla Glass Victus 2 covers the display, and SGS has certified it to survive drops from up to 3 meters.
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max Specifications
The display is 6.83 inches, with 1.5K resolution, up to 3,500 nits of peak brightness, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a 3,200Hz touch sampling rate. It also has TÜV Rheinland certification for low blue light and flicker-free modes.
Inside, the phone runs on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 chip, with up to 16GB of RAM through memory expansion. The software side is handled by HyperOS 3 with AI features like offline AI translation and real-time speech transcription. You also get six years of security updates and four OS upgrades.
On the camera side, you’re looking at a 50MP main sensor with optical image stabilization, plus an 8MP ultra-wide camera on the back. The front camera comes in at 32MP.
The phone comes in three colors: black, purple, and Cloud Blush. The Cloud Blush version uses photochromic technology, which changes its color from white to pinkish-orange in sunlight. The black and purple versions measure about 78.27 x 163.44 x 8.65mm, and the Cloud Blush version is slightly thinner at 8.57mm. All three weigh about 229.5g.
As for price, the 8GB/256GB model costs 79,980 yen (about $502), and the 8GB/512GB model costs 99,980 yen (about $628). Xiaomi is offering a 10,000 yen discount on both models as an early bird price through October 14th, bringing them down to about $439 and $565.
Buyers in Japan also get a few extras: a free USB-C cable at some retailers, up to two months of YouTube Premium, three months of Spotify Premium, six months of 200GB Google One storage, a 24-month quality guarantee, free screen and back cover replacement, and a battery replacement service within 36 months.
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Vivo’s Han Boxiao is back with another daily reveal for the Vivo X500 Pro series, and this time he’s moving from optics to silicon. After walking through the periscope telephoto cameras on the X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max yesterday, the Vivo product manager has confirmed that the Pro series will be the first phones to run on the Blue Crystal × Dimensity 2nm flagship chip, built jointly by Vivo and MediaTek.
Vivo hasn’t named the chip outright, since MediaTek hasn’t launched it yet, but everything points to the Dimensity 9600 Pro. It’s built on TSMC’s N2P process, 2nm that is.
As for the internals, the SoC is said to have a 2+3+3 tri-cluster design with two ARM C2-Ultra super cores, three C2-Premium large cores, and three C2-Pro medium cores. The chip will also have a new GPU architecture.
Vivo X500 Pro’s imaging features
Han also framed this as an imaging chip, not just a performance one, and laid out five features Vivo and MediaTek built together for video.
There’s a dedicated professional Log video hardware zone for 4K 120fps 10-bit recording that’s ready for color grading straight out of the camera.
A revamped imaging NPU handles 60fps autofocus tracking across every 4K focal length.
Vivo’s own image chip drives what the company calls the industry’s first 4K Dolby portrait video, meant to get skin tones and dynamic range right without extra editing.
A new AI processor handles one-tap video highlights.
And a jointly developed XDZ engine that adds hardware-level super-resolution for zoomed-in footage.
Apple has set the date for its 2026 fall event: September 9. It will also mark the first major keynote under new CEO John Ternus, who is set to replace Tim Cook on September 1. The event has the tagline “Surprise and shine.”
The biggest announcements are expected to come from the iPhone lineup. The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are rumored to keep a design similar to the current models, with most of the upgrades happening under the hood. Both phones are expected to use Apple’s new A20 Pro chip, built on a 2nm process.
iPhone 18 Pro series AI-generated render
Likewise, the main camera may use a variable aperture lens. Apple is also expected to introduce its own C2 modem.
The standard iPhone 18 and a new iPhone 18e, meanwhile, are expected to arrive separately in spring 2027 rather than at the September event.
Apple’s first foldable iPhone
The other major announcement could be Apple’s first foldable iPhone. According to reports, it will have a 5.5-inch outer display, a 7.6-inch inner screen, and a wide-fold design.
The foldable is also expected to use a titanium frame. Apple has reportedly spent considerable effort reducing the display crease, which remains one of the most noticeable issues with many foldable phones.
However, making the phone thin enough has reportedly forced Apple to make a few compromises. Face ID may be replaced by Touch ID built into the power button. The rear camera system is also expected to use two sensors instead of three.
Apple Watch and iPad mini upgrades
The Apple Watch lineup is expected to receive smaller upgrades this year. The Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 are rumored to get faster processors and updated health sensors, but major changes to their designs are not expected.
Apple could also have several smart home products ready for the event. The company is expected to refresh the Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini. The long-rumored Home Hub could finally make its debut as well. It is expected to feature a 7-inch display and support FaceTime.
The eighth-generation iPad mini could also appear at the event. Its biggest upgrade may be the display, with reports suggesting Apple will finally bring an OLED panel to its smallest tablet.
Apple is also expected to reveal the release dates for its next major software updates, including iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS Golden Gate.
As with Apple’s recent events, the September keynote is expected to be pre-recorded rather than delivered live. Apple will stream it through its website, YouTube, and the Apple TV app.
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Nester has unveiled a new air fryer aimed at making everyday cooking more convenient while adding a more visible and flexible approach to meal preparation. The Home Cook 6.2L Glass Air Fryer combines several design-focused elements that set it apart from conventional air fryers.
Nester Home Cook focuses on visibility and moisture retention
Nester Home Cook Airfryer
The Home Cook 6.2L uses Nester’s proprietary SteamLock Technology, which is designed to retain moisture during cooking while helping food develop a crisp exterior. A borosilicate glass bowl forms the cooking chamber, allowing users to see the food throughout the cooking process without opening the appliance repeatedly.
The glass bowl is also designed to serve multiple purposes after cooking. With its cook-serve-store design, users can take it directly to the dining table and later place it in the refrigerator. An acacia wood lid is included for storage, while side handles provide a more secure way to move the bowl.
Nester has added a 30-second auto-clean function that sprays water inside the appliance to help loosen cooking residue.
Priced at Rs 16,999, the Nester Home Cook 6.2L Glass Air Fryer is available through Nester’s official website, Amazon, and Flipkart. The air fryer also comes with a 3-year VIP warranty and PAN India service support, giving buyers longer-term coverage.
Timex has released a new mechanical watch in the US market, the Expedition Field Post Titanium Automatic. It is now available on the Timex US website for $429.
Timex Expedition Field Post Titanium Automatic Specs
The watch comes with a 41mm titanium case finished with a black IP coating. Titanium is commonly used in outdoor and everyday watches because it is significantly lighter than stainless steel, making the larger case more comfortable for daily wear while retaining good durability.
The case measures 13.5mm thick with a 50mm lug-to-lug distance. Timex has also included a screw-down crown and a threaded case back, giving the watch a water resistance rating of 200 meters. This means it is safe for swimming, snorkeling, and recreational diving, provided you don’t adjust the crown while submerged.
On the front, the watch uses a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal treated with an anti-reflective coating to reduce glare. The dial itself is black with a textured finish, featuring standard full Arabic numerals and a date window located at the 3 o’clock position. For reading the time in the dark, Timex applied Super-LumiNova pigment to the hands and hour markers, which charges in ambient light and glows when the lights go out.
Inside, the watch is powered by a 21-jewel mechanical automatic movement. Because it is an automatic watch, it does not use a battery. Instead, it winds itself using the natural motion of your wrist as you wear it. It holds a 40-hour power reserve, meaning if you take it off for a weekend, it will eventually stop and need to be manually wound using the crown to get it running again. You can see the internal mechanics working through an exhibition window on the back of the case.
The watch comes with a 20mm brown leather strap. The strap also features quick-release spring bars, making it easy to swap it out for a different band without needing any specialized watch tools.
Garmin has announced the Fenix 9 and Fenix 9 Pro, updating its multisport smartwatch line. The new watches add built-in microphones and speakers, brighter AMOLED displays, and optional inReach satellite connectivity for off-grid messaging.
Both models are available in 43mm, 47mm, and 51mm case sizes. The standard Fenix 9 features a 1.4-inch AMOLED display, which Garmin says is twice as bright as the previous Fenix 8. The Fenix 9 Pro uses a larger 1.5-inch AMOLED screen that reaches 3,000 nits of peak brightness. If you care more about battery life than a colorful screen, there is also a Pro Solar version that swaps the AMOLED display for a solar-charging lens.
Garmin Fenix 9 Pro
The watches feature titanium bezels, sapphire lenses, and leakproof metal buttons, providing a 40-meter dive rating. They also come equipped with built-in speakers and microphones. When connected to a smartphone via Bluetooth, you can take calls directly on the watch, record voice notes, and use your phone’s voice assistant to send text messages. The watches also support a dedicated WhatsApp integration for reading and replying to messages from the wrist.
On the software side, Garmin introduced a feature called Garmin Epic, which groups multiple days of activities, photos, and health data into a single timeline. The watches carry over Garmin’s standard suite of training metrics, including Training Readiness, Endurance Score, and Hill Score, alongside an ECG app for AFib detection.
Garmin Fenix 9
For storage, the watches come with 64GB of built-in capacity, enough to hold up to 7,000 songs for offline listening. The storage also accommodates multicontinent TopoActive maps, while navigation features such as NextFork map guides and dynamic round-trip routing provide additional guidance.
The Fenix 9 Pro models offer an option for built-in inReach connectivity. This provides satellite coverage for two-way messaging, LiveTrack, and interactive SOS without needing a cellular connection or a separate handheld device.
Garmin Fenix 9 Pro
Battery life remains standard for the series: the Fenix 9 gets up to 29 days in smartwatch mode, and the Fenix 9 Pro gets up to 31 days. The Pro Solar model can reach up to 57 days. All models include an integrated LED flashlight with white, red, and green light options.
Pricing and Availability
The Fenix 9 starts at $999.99, and the Fenix 9 Pro starts at $1,099.99. The lineup will be available to order on August 28th.
BenQ has announced two new additions to its ScreenBar lineup, and this time, the company is moving away from the standard one-size-fits-all design. The new iScreenBar and ScreenBar Max are built specifically for iMacs and dual-monitor setups, respectively, addressing the physical quirks of both workspaces.
BenQ ScreenBar Specifications
First is the iScreenBar, which is designed exclusively for 2021 and newer iMac models. Standard monitor light bars usually rely on a weighted clip, which can be awkward on an iMac and often blocks the built-in webcam or microphones. To get around this, BenQ uses a magnetic mount that snaps directly to the back of the computer. The light bar itself is made from a single piece of aluminum with a glass touch panel, meant to blend in with Apple’s hardware.
It draws power from the iMac’s USB-C port and uses an asymmetric optical design to light up the desk without casting glare onto the screen itself. BenQ included a 24GHz mmWave motion sensor so the light turns on when you sit down, plus an ambient light sensor to adjust brightness automatically.
There is also a dedicated macOS app for assigning lighting profiles to different applications, along with a Video Call Mode that reduces webcam glare while keeping the side LEDs bright enough to illuminate your face.
BenQ ScreenBar Max Specifications
For people using two monitors, BenQ is releasing the ScreenBar Max. Instead of resting on top of a display, the Max is a tall, standalone desk lamp that mounts via a desk clamp (a freestanding base is sold separately). The idea is to properly light the wide space and the gap between two screens, which standard light bars struggle to do.
Because dual-monitor setups come in all shapes and sizes, the Max is highly adjustable. It has three fixed height options ranging from 21.6 to 27.9 inches, and a sliding rail that lets you pull the light forward or push it back. It uses a modified optical structure to throw a wide, even beam of light across the desk.
Like the iScreenBar, it has mmWave presence detection and auto-dimming, but it adds an ambient backlight to reduce the harsh contrast between your bright monitors and a dark room. You can control the brightness and color temperature using a touch display on the lamp.
Pricing and Availability
The iScreenBar is available now in silver for $189, with blue and green colorways expected in late 2026. The ScreenBar Max is priced at $289, with the optional desk base costing $39. Both models are available through BenQ, Amazon, and select retailers like Adorama and B&H.
The device is built around an 8,000mAh battery and carries IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings for water and dust resistance, making it more robust than most standard smartphones in its price bracket.
Despite the large battery, the phone maintains relatively standard dimensions. It measures 8.6mm thick and weighs 208 grams. To manage the high-capacity cell, Realme included support for 80W wired fast charging. The device also supports reverse wired charging, allowing it to function as a power bank to charge other electronics, as well as bypass charging, which powers the motherboard directly during gaming to reduce heat buildup.
The front of the device features a 6.78-inch AMOLED display manufactured by Samsung. It has a 1.5K resolution (1272 x 2772) and a maximum refresh rate of 144Hz. The panel has a typical brightness of 1,000 nits and supports full-brightness DC dimming to mitigate screen flicker.
Internally, the P4s 5G runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra system-on-chip. This is paired with a secondary graphics processor that Realme calls the Hyper Vision+ AI chip. This dual-chip configuration is designed to handle frame interpolation, allowing the phone to upscale frame rates in supported mobile games to match the 144Hz display.
To manage the thermal output from extended gaming sessions, the phone includes a 7,000mm² vapor chamber cooling system. The device comes with up to 12GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage.
For photography, the rear camera setup features a 50-megapixel main sensor with optical image stabilization, paired with an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens. The front houses a 16-megapixel selfie camera, while video recording supports up to 4K at 30 frames per second.
On the software side, the P4s 5G ships with realme UI 7.0. The company is promising three years of Android OS updates and four years of security patches.
Pricing and Availability
The Realme P4s 5G will be available in Titanium Gray and Electric Cyan starting September 3rd through Flipkart and Realme’s website. The base model with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage is priced at ₹34,999. The 8GB/256GB variant costs ₹37,999, and the top 12GB/256GB model is priced at ₹41,999.
Citizen has released a new limited-edition model in its Promaster line, partnering with the Royal Air Force’s Red Arrows display team. The new Red Arrows Limited Edition Promaster Skyhawk (model JV2007-52E) is a hybrid analog-digital watch that focuses on aviation tools and durability. It is available now on the Citizen UK website for £695.
From a hardware perspective, the Skyhawk is built around a 43mm case made of black ion-plated stainless steel. It comes with a matching triple-link stainless steel bracelet that fastens with a standard fold-over clasp and push buttons.
The top of the case features a rotating slide-rule bezel, which is a traditional mechanical tool pilots historically used for manual fuel and distance calculations. The watch face is covered by an anti-reflective sapphire crystal, a standard material for watches in this price range that prevents scratches and reduces glare.
The dial itself uses a black background with white and red accents. Because it is a hybrid watch, it combines traditional physical hands with digital readout screens to display its various functions. The feature set is extensive and geared toward travel and timing. It includes atomic timekeeping, meaning the watch syncs via radio signals to maintain exact accuracy, alongside standard world-time functions for tracking different time zones.
Additionally, the watch includes a perpetual calendar, a daily alarm, a 99-minute countdown timer, and a 1/100-second chronograph that can measure intervals up to 24 hours. Despite being an aviation-focused watch, it also carries a water resistance rating of 200 meters, meaning it will easily survive swimming or heavy rain.
Citizen is limiting the production of this specific Red Arrows model to 9,999 pieces globally. Each unit ships in a specific limited-edition presentation box.
Nothing has officially unveiled the next iteration of its custom skin, Nothing OS 5.0, based on Android 17. It’s a pretty substantial upgrade with major visual overhauls, performance improvements, and deeper AI integration. The brand has also announced rollout plans for open beta and general release, with the open beta kicking off on August 26.
The brand has confirmed that Nothing Phone (1), Nothing Phone (2), and CMF Phone 1 are not eligible for the Nothing OS 5.0 update, as we reported previously. As for the open beta, it won’t be released for Phone (3a) Lite and CMF Phone 2 Pro.
Check the official rollout schedule below to know when the Nothing OS 5.0 update will be available for your phone.
Nothing OS 5.0 rollout schedule
The Open Beta program starts August 26 for the Phone (3), and will continue to expand to more phones until mid-December. The stable rollout is scheduled to begin mid-October for the Phone (3), and should reach all other devices by January 2027.
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
Note that the rollout happens in batches, and so one region may receive updates earlier than others. However, the expansion doesn’t normally take more than a few days.
How to get Nothing OS 5.0 Beta on your phone?
Once the beta program goes live for your Nothing device, you can register for it by following these steps:
Make sure your phone is updated to the latest available build.
Download and install the latest Nothing Beta Hub V2.0 APK.
Go to Settings > System > Nothing Beta Hub.
Tap Check Version.
Click Join Beta to register.
Tap Go to Update to download the beta update.
If you don’t see the Go to Update button, navigate to Settings > System > System updates to manually check for updates.
We’ll keep updating you with the latest Nothing OS details in our Nothing section. You can visit the page regularly or join our Telegram channel to stay updated.
Samsung has launched a new Galaxy Quantum series smartphone in South Korea, bringing upgraded hardware and several AI-focused features. The Galaxy Quantum 7 arrives as a carrier-exclusive model with a focus on security, camera improvements, and long-term software support. Here’s more in detail about the Quantum 7.
Samsung Galaxy Quantum 7 specifications and features
Samsung Galaxy Quantum 7
The Samsung Galaxy Quantum 7 features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED Plus display with Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The phone is powered by the Exynos 1680 chipset, paired with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. It comes with a 5,000mAh battery that supports up to two days of usage, while fast charging support is also included.
Samsung Galaxy Quantum 7
For photography, the smartphone gets a triple rear camera setup with a 50-megapixel main sensor with OIS, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide camera and a 5-megapixel macro lens. The front houses a 12-megapixel selfie camera with Super HDR support. The device also brings improved low-light photography through enhanced image processing and larger 1.0μm pixels.
Samsung Galaxy Quantum 7
The Galaxy Quantum 7 runs One UI 8.5 based on Android and includes Samsung’s Awesome Intelligence features. These include Circle to Search, AI-powered Eraser, Best Face and Edit Suggestions. The phone also features Knox Vault security, IP68 water and dust resistance, a USB Type-C port and support for up to six Android OS upgrades and six years of security updates.
Samsung Galaxy Quantum 7 price and availability
The Galaxy Quantum 7 is priced at KRW 717,200 (~$520) in South Korea and comes in Awesome Gray, Awesome Ice Blue and Awesome Lilac color options. The Lilac variant is available exclusively through SK Telecom’s T Direct Shop. Like previous Galaxy Quantum series devices, the smartphone is expected to remain limited to the South Korean market.
The Galaxy Quantum 7 is essentially a rebranded version of the Galaxy A57 5G, carrying similar specifications with carrier-specific branding and features.
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Not everyone’s a tablet person. Plenty of people buy one, use it for a week to watch a few shows in bed, and then let it sit in a drawer next to the charger it came with. That’s usually a sign the tablet wasn’t matched to what they actually needed it for. But the ones who do get it, who use their tablet daily for notes, sketching, reading, or genuinely replacing a laptop, tend to swear by them.
The difference in 2026 is that tablets have gotten good enough across the board that almost anyone can find one that earns its keep, whether that’s a massive screen for spreadsheets and Photoshop or something small enough to toss in a bag without a second thought.
Prices have shifted a bit this year too, following the same memory cost squeeze that’s been hitting phones, so a few of these cost more than you might remember from last year’s shopping. Here are five tablets worth considering in 2026.
Apple didn’t make major changes to the iPad Pro‘s design this year, and that’s probably fine. The 13-inch model is still just 5.1mm thick, while the Wi-Fi version weighs 579 grams. Its Ultra Retina Tandem OLED display runs at 120Hz and supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision, with peak brightness of 1,600 nits.
The biggest upgrade is inside. The iPad Pro now runs on Apple’s M5 chip, which brings a noticeable performance boost over the previous generation. Apple claims up to 3.7 times faster performance than the M1 iPad Pro in ray-traced 3D rendering, while gaming tests have also shown better sustained frame rates than the M4 model in demanding games.
Apple has also added its C1X modem and N1 wireless chip. That brings support for Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6, while 40W charging can take the tablet to 50% in around 30 minutes.
You can get it in 256GB, and it goes all the way up to 2TB. Pricing starts at around $999 for the 11-inch model.
The iPad Pro has always been more expensive than most tablets, and that hasn’t changed. You’re paying not just for the hardware but also for iPadOS, Apple’s ecosystem, and the large selection of apps designed for the platform.
2. Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
Samsung has gone all-in on size with the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra. It features a huge 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 1,600 nits of peak brightness. Despite the massive screen, the tablet is only 5.1mm thick.
It is powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 9400+ chip with OneUI on top, and you also get S Pen support, which makes the tablet particularly useful for note-taking, drawing, and other productivity tasks. There’s also an 11,600mAh battery with 45W charging.
Samsung has also given the tablet an IP68 rating for ingress protection. The company has confirmed seven years of software updates for the S11 series, which should keep the tablet useful for a long time.
The Tab S11 Ultra starts at $1,299.99 with 256GB of storage and goes up to $1,899.99 for the 1TB model. Samsung also offers a Pro Keyboard that connects through the tablet’s Pogo Pin connector, making it much closer to a small laptop.
The OnePlus Pad 4 is built around the idea that a tablet can be a laptop replacement without costing as much as one. Its 13.2-inch LCD has a 3.4K resolution, a refresh rate of up to 144Hz, Dolby Vision support, and peak brightness of 1,000 nits.
Under the hood is Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, so there’s plenty of power for gaming and multitasking. But the battery is arguably the bigger selling point. The tablet packs a huge 13,380mAh battery and supports 80W fast charging.
The large battery means you can go for a long time without reaching for the charger, even with heavy use. OnePlus has also equipped the Pad 4 with an eight-speaker system for entertainment.
Depending on the market and storage configuration, the tablet costs around $630 to $700. That’s considerably less than the iPad Pro and Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra while still giving you flagship-level hardware.
Not everyone wants a massive 14-inch tablet. The Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro takes a more balanced approach by offering plenty of power in a smaller and easier-to-carry package.
It has an 11.2-inch 3.2K LCD with a 144Hz refresh rate, 12-bit color, Dolby Vision, and up to 800 nits of brightness. Xiaomi also offers a Matte Edition with nano-etched anti-glare glass. It gives the screen a more paper-like finish and makes it particularly comfortable for reading and taking notes.
The tablet runs on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, and has a 9,200mAh battery with 67W fast charging. Xiaomi even fitted a 50MP rear camera and a 32MP front camera, although cameras aren’t exactly the main reason to buy a tablet.
Its price starts at €649.99 for the 8GB/256GB version and goes up to €769.99 for the Matte Glass model with more storage. That makes it one of the more affordable ways to get flagship-level performance without carrying a huge tablet.
The Honor MagicPad 4 is built to be impressively slim at just 4.8mm thick and 450 grams. Despite the ultra-slim body, it packs a 12.3-inch OLED display with a 3000 × 1920 resolution, a 165Hz refresh rate, and up to 2,400 nits of HDR brightness. Those are flagship-level numbers, especially for a tablet this thin.
The tablet is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip and comes with up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. It also has a 10,100mAh battery with 66W fast charging, which is impressive considering how little space Honor had to work with inside that 4.8mm body.
It also supports the Honor Pencil 3 stylus and Smart Keyboard, but they are sold separately for €50 or £50 each. MagicOS, for what it’s worth though, may not be as polished as iPadOS or Samsung’s One UI in some areas. But if portability matters to you, the MagicPad 4 is an easy one to consider.
The iPad Pro M5 is the best overall choice if you want polished software, powerful hardware, and a strong selection of tablet apps. It’s also the obvious pick for creators and professionals who don’t mind paying more.
The Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra is the better option if you want a huge display, S Pen support, and a tablet that can double as a desktop-style workstation with Samsung DeX. The OnePlus Pad 4 makes more sense if performance and battery life are your priorities. It gives you flagship hardware without the price of Apple’s and Samsung’s top-end tablets.
Go with the Honor MagicPad 4 if you want a stunning display in the thinnest, lightest body you can find. And if you want something smaller and easier to carry, the Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro offers a strong mix of performance, display quality, and price.
With plenty of options across various Snapdragon lineups, it can become incredibly difficult and overwhelming to find a chipset that fits your needs and budget. It’s not just you, but a large chunk of smartphone buyers struggle with that decision.
Our team at Gizmochina has been reviewing and comparing chips for years, and so we decided to put together this comprehensive guide on picking the best Snapdragon processor in 2026. After reading this, you’ll have absolute clarity on which Snapdragon chip to go for.
Best Snapdragon chipsets you can buy in 2026
Best Snapdragon chips for high-end devices
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 – The no-brainer expensive choice
Best for: Those who want the absolute top-tier performance in a Qualcomm chip.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 is Qualcomm’s most capable mobile chipset, delivering top-tier performance and excellent power efficiency. It’s best suited for mobile gamers, who require the absolute best performance. For regular users, the performance will be buttery smooth, no matter how many apps are running in parallel.
The 8 Elite Gen 5 offers an advanced 2-bit Triple ISP with up to 320MP support, up to 8K/60 fps, and excellent camera features. It also delivers robust connectivity features, including Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, and high-speed upload/download speeds.
Best for: Those seeking high-end performance and capabilities from a Qualcomm chip at a discount.
The Snapdragon 8 Elite remains one of the best flagship chipsets, primarily because it’s a much bigger generational upgrade than the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. Being a generation older also means that you’re likely to get a device with this chip at a good discount.
The Snapdragon 8 Elite features a 2nd-generation Oryon CPU with a peak speed of 4.32 GHz and an Adreno 830 GPU. Whether it’s day-to-day tasks like browsing the internet, scrolling through social feeds, or handling performance-hungry tasks like gaming and video editing, the Elite chip stands up pretty well. The ISP capabilities and modern connectivity features further make it a solid choice for premium devices.
Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 – Best value flagship
Best for: Those looking for a flagship-class chipset with reliable performance and modern chip capabilities, but don’t prioritize hardcore gaming.
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 has quickly become an excellent choice for the affordable flagship segment. That’s because it’s basically a slightly scaled-down, more accessible version of the top-tier Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.
The 8 Gen 5 inherits core flagship capabilities from its premium sibling, including a third-generation Oryon CPU with the exact same 2+6 core configuration, sliced architecture for the Adreno GPU, advanced Agentic AI-enabled Hexagon NPU, support, and a 20-bit Triple AI ISP pipeline with support for up to 320MP single camera, 4K/120fps video capture, and AI-driven features.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
Snapdragon 8 Elite
Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
Announced
September 2025
October 2024
November 2025
Process node
3nm (TSMC)
3nm (TSMC)
3nm (TSMC)
CPU cores
8-core
8-core
8-core
CPU cores
2 x 4.61 GHz — Oryon (Gen 3) 6 x 3.63 GHz — Oryon (Gen 3)
2 x 4.32 GHz — Oryon (Gen 2) 6 x 3.53 GHz — Oryon (Gen 2)
2 x 3.8 GHz — Oryon (Gen 3) 6 x 3.32 GHz — Oryon (Gen 3)
GPU
Adreno 840 Ray tracing support Snapdragon Elite Gaming features
Adreno 830 Ray tacing support Snapdragon Elite Gaming features
Adreno 829 Ray tracing support Snapdragon Elite Gaming features
NPU
Qualcomm Hexagon NPU Agentic AI support
Qualcomm Hexagon NPU
Qualcomm Hexagon NPU Agentic AI support
Memory
LPDDR5X up to 5.3 GHz
LPDDR5X up to 5.3 GHz
LPDDR5X up to 4.8 GHz
Storage
UFS 4.1
UFS 4.0
UFS 4.1
Camera
Qualcomm Spectra Triple AI ISP (20-bit) Up to 320MP single camera 4K/120fps video recording Supports Real-time semantic segmentation
Qualcomm Spectra Triple AI ISP (18-bit) Up to 320MP single camera 8K/30fps video recording Supports real-time semantic segmentation
Qualcomm Spectra Triple AI ISP (20-bit) Up to 320MP single camera 4K/120fps video recording Supports real-time semantic segmentation
Best for: People looking to get a mid-range chipset but don’t want to give up on flagship-class performance.
At first glance, it may appear that the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 is a generation older than the 7 Gen 4, but it’s actually a lot faster. It features a Cortex-X4 prime core for the first time in a Snapdragon 7-series chip, helping the chip beat the flagship 8 Gen 1 on benchmarks.
The 7+ Gen 3 chip handles apps and activities smoothly. Even gaming feels seamless at moderate-to-high graphics settings. Furthermore, the chip features a Spectra Cognitive ISP that supports real-time semantic segmentation (up to 12 layers), noise reduction, and AI-based enhancements. It also packs a modern, robust connectivity stack that includes an X63 5G modem, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.4.
Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 – Reliable performance and excellent efficiency
Best for: Those looking for reliable everyday performance, excellent battery efficiency, a modern connectivity stack, and moderate gaming.
If you prioritize reliable performance across your day-to-day apps instead of chasing peak performance, the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 may be an excellent pick. It also delivers excellent power efficiency, thanks to TSMC’s advanced 4nm node.
The Adreno 722 GPU isn’t as powerful as those in flagship chips, but it handles casual gaming pretty well. Popular games like BGMI/PUBG Mobile, Call of Duty: Mobile, Honor of Kings, and Asphalt run smoothly without any lag at moderate graphics settings.
The Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 also has a Hexagon NPU for on-device AI capabilities. Furthermore, it features a Spectra Triple ISP with AI-enhanced features built directly into the hardware, high-end LPDDR5X RAM, fast UFS 4.0 storage, and modern connectivity features, such as Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0.
Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 – Reliable performance and modern connectivity stack at an affordable price
Best for: People looking for a chip that delivers reliable performance, on-device AI intelligence, and modern connectivity features at an affordable price.
The Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 is an excellent chipset for an entry-level mid-range smartphone. The octa-core CPU delivers reliable everyday performance.
While the 6 Gen 5 isn’t a gaming-focused chipset, you can do light gaming without any lag, thanks to the Adreno 812 GPU and Snapdragon Elite Gaming optimizations. The chip also has a Hexagon NPU with on-device generative AI capabilities and a modern connectivity stack, which includes 5G, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 6.0.
Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3
Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
Snapdragon 6 Gen 5
Announced
March 2024
May 2025
May 2026
Process node
4nm (TSMC)
4nm (TSMC)
4nm (TSMC)
CPU
1 x 2.8 GHz — Cortex-X4 4 x 2.6 GHz — Cortex-A720 3 x 1.9 GHz — Cortex-A520
1 x 2.8 GHz — Cortex-A720 4 x 2.4 GHz — Cortex-A720 3 x 1.84 GHz — Cortex-A520
4 x 2.6 GHz — Cortex-A78 4 x 2 GHz — Cortex-A55
GPU
Adreno 732 Select Snapdragon Elite Gaming features
Adreno 722 Select Snapdragon Elite Gaming features
Adreno 812 Select Snapdragon Elite Gaming features
NPU
Qualcomm Hexagon NPU
Qualcomm Hexagon NPU
Qualcomm Hexagon NPU
Memory
LPDDR5X Up to 4.2 GHz
LPDDR5X Up to 4.2 GHz
LPDDR5 Up to 3.2 GHz
Storage
UFS 4.0
UFS 4.0
UFS 3.1
Camera
Qualcomm Spectra Triple ISP (12-bit) Up to 200MP single camera up to 4K/60fps video recording Supports Real-time semantic segmentation
Qualcomm Spectra Triple AI ISP (12-bit) up to 200MP single camera up to 4K/60fps video recording Supports Real-time semantic segmentation
Qualcomm Spectra Dual ISP (12-bit) up to 200MP single camera up to 4K/30fps video recording
Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 – Smooth everday performance and reliable connectivity
Best for: People looking for reliable performance and modern connectivity.
The Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 is a budget-segment chip that meets all basic needs. The octa-core CPU and Snapdragon Smooth Motion UI ensure every scroll, toggle, and app opening feels smooth and responsive. You can do light gaming at basic graphics settings as well, but long gaming sessions may start to show the chip’s limitations.
The 4 Gen 5 is the first in the series to feature a Release 17 5G modem for reliable connectivity, while the Smart Network Select 3.0 feature dynamically finds the strongest available signal. The chip supports Dual SIM Dual Active (DSDA), Qualcomm Quick Charge 5, LPDDR4X RAM, and UFS 3.1 storage.
Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 – Reliable speed, efficiency, and connectivity for entry-level phones
Best for: Those seeking optimal performance in day-to-day apps and reliable connectivity.
The Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 is a slightly scaled-down version of the 4 Gen 5 that’s going to be easier on your pockets. It features the same CPU configurations but slightly reduced speeds on two performance cores, which doesn’t make a significant difference.
Surprisingly, the 4 Gen 4 offers LPDDR5 storage at 3.2 GHz speed, which is faster than LPDDR4X at 2.13 GHz. The connectivity stack includes a 5G modem, Wi-Fi 5, and Bluetooth 5.1.
Snapdragon 4 Gen 5
Snapdragon 4 Gen 4
Announced
May 2026
December 2025
Process node
4nm (Samsung)
4nm (Samsung)
CPU
2 x 2.4 GHz — Cortex-A78 6 x 2 GHz — Cortex-A55
2 x 2.3 GHz — Cortex-A78 6 x 2 GHz — Cortex-A55
GPU
Adreno GPU
Adreno 613
NPU
Yes
Yes
Memory
LPDDR4X Up to 2.1 GHz
LPDDR5 Up to 3.2 GHz
Storage
UFS 2.2, UFS 3.1
UFS 2.2, UFS 3.1
Camera
Qualcomm Spectra Dual ISP (12-bit) Up to 108MP single camera 4K/30fps video recording
Qualcomm Spectra Dual ISP (12-bit) Up to 200MP single camera 1080p/60fps video recording
Apple has announced its latest Mac mini, and this time there are two versions to pick from. One runs the new M6 chip, the other carries over the M5 Pro chip that’s already in the latest MacBook Pro lineup. Both keep the small size Apple settled on with the M4 redesign, so the shape hasn’t changed, just what’s inside it.
Apple Mac mini M6 / M5 Pro Specifications
The M6 model is the one most buyers will end up with. Apple says the AI performance is up to 4x faster than the M4, storage and graphics up to 2x faster, and CPU speed up 40%. The chip has a 12-core CPU, two more cores than before, and Apple says it’s the fastest single-threaded chip available right now.
The GPU also moves to 12 cores, and each core now has its own neural accelerator built in — the first time Apple has done that on a Mac mini. If you run something like LM Studio locally, Apple’s numbers put first-response times at nearly 5x faster than the M4. The M6 model starts at 16GB and is upgradeable to 32GB, with bandwidth up to 170GB/s.
For heavier workloads, there’s the M5 Pro option. It goes up to an 18-core CPU and 20-core GPU, with the same per-core neural accelerators for AI tasks. It’s configurable up to 64GB of memory and 307GB/s of bandwidth, which is what lets you run larger local AI models or work with ProRes RAW footage without things slowing down.
Apple’s own numbers show Blender ray-traced rendering up to 4.5x faster than an M2 Pro Mac mini, and Affinity image processing over 2x faster than that same machine.
Both models add Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and a 2.5 Gb Ethernet port that can run up to 10 Gb. Up front, there are two USB-C ports and a headphone jack. On the back, the M6 model has three Thunderbolt 4 ports, while the M5 Pro model gets three Thunderbolt 5 ports, along with HDMI and Ethernet on both.
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The new Mac mini ships with macOS 27, which brings faster AirDrop transfers, quicker Safari loading, and a rebuilt search system behind Spotlight, Photos, and Mail. On the build itself, the casing is 100% recycled aluminum, and the magnets use fully recycled rare earth elements, part of an overall design that’s now 50% recycled materials.
Pricing and Avaibility
The new Mac mini starts at $899 for the M6 model and $1699 for the M5 Pro model. Pre-orders are already open through apple.com or the Apple Store app, with sales starting September 22 in 30 countries and regions.
Xiaomi wants you ready for this year’s winter early. The company just launched the Mijia Graphene Heater C on its Youpin platform, and it’s heading into crowdfunding on September 2 at 179 yuan (~ $25).
The design follows the same minimalist white look you’ll recognize from other Mijia products. The heater measures 175 x 175 x 472mm and weighs about 1.65kg, so you can carry it around without much effort.
Mijia Graphene Heater C Specifications
It has a knob on top for adjusting the temperature, and a hidden handle on the back lets you move it between the counter and the floor whenever you need warmth in a different spot.
You get 80-degree oscillation, so the heater swings left and right to spread warm air across the room. Xiaomi built a large curved outlet into the front, paired with a micro-perforated mesh, to soften the airflow and distribute it more evenly rather than sending out one concentrated stream.
Inside, the heater relies on graphene material and a high-torque DC fan. That combination gets it to full heat in just 3 seconds, and it also puts out far-infrared light waves alongside the warm air. You can switch between two power settings, 2000W and 1200W, depending on how quickly you want the room to warm up or how much energy you want to use. At the higher setting, the room should feel noticeably warmer within 10 minutes.
This isn’t Xiaomi’s first heater to go through Youpin this year. The company recently put a gas water heater through the same crowdfunding process, and it’s been steadily filling out its home appliance lineup with similar launches, including a rice cooker just a day before this heater’s announcement.
For now, the Mijia Graphene Heater C is only confirmed for the Chinese market, so anyone outside China will need to wait and see if Xiaomi brings it further afield once crowdfunding wraps up.
Oppo’s upcoming Find X10 series will use Tianma’s new Tiangong Screen 2.0, a high-end OLED panel that puts more emphasis on eye comfort and low-brightness performance. The second-generation OLED panel was unveiled today at Tianma’s OLED technology event in Xiamen.
The main change with the new screen is in the OLED materials themselves. Tiangong Screen 2.0 uses a new primary-color light-emitting material, which Tianma calls N1 primary-color spectrum material.
The company has made changes to the blue, green, and red parts of the OLED spectrum. For blue, it uses NFB fluorescent blue technology, which is designed to improve efficiency while reducing harmful blue light. Tianma says this increases luminous efficiency by 16% and extends the material’s lifespan by 33%.
For green, the panel uses PSF phosphorescence technology. Tianma says this improves luminous efficiency by 11% and increases the green color gamut by 6.7%.
The red component uses DRT deep red light technology. Tianma says it tested nearly 100 deep red light materials and carried out almost 700 sets of comparisons during development. The result is a higher proportion of deep red light in the panel’s output.
Together, these changes also alter the screen’s light spectrum. Tianma says harmful blue light makes up just 3.7% of the spectrum, while deep red light in the 650nm to 670nm range reaches 5.5%.
Color gamut and low-light
The panel also offers native 95% coverage of the BT.2020 color gamut and a Delta E of below 0.6, targeting accurate and natural color reproduction. Tianma says brightness uniformity has also been improved, particularly at low brightness levels.
For low-light viewing, Tiangong Screen 2.0 uses Tianma’s AI De-Mura algorithm. The company says it improves low-brightness uniformity by 30% and allows the screen to reach as low as 0.01 nits while maintaining better brightness and color consistency.
Tianma has also worked on the panel’s TFT backplane to improve uniformity. The company claims the new screen has a 30% longer lifespan than the previous generation.
The display builds on Oppo’s work with low-brightness screens. The Find X9 series introduced a 1-nit low-light display, while the Find X10 series will bring the newer Tiangong Screen 2.0 technology.
The Find X10 series is expected to launch in September. Oppo has yet to reveal the full display specifications, including the screen size, resolution, refresh rate, and peak brightness.
New photos claiming to show the Xiaomi 18 Fold have started circulating online, and they look similar to a phone Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun was seen holding earlier this week.
The phone in the photos wears the same Red finish that Redmi picked for the K100 Pro Max. The rear camera module stretches horizontally across the top of the phone and houses three lenses and an LED flash. The leaked images also give us a better idea of the phone’s thickness.
Xiaomi has already confirmed that the 18 Fold will launch in September. It will also be the first phone to use the company’s own XRING O3 chip. Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun previously confirmed the phone as part of the company’s busy September launch schedule.
XRING O3 at the core
The XRING O3 has already attracted plenty of attention. It reportedly scored 5.22 million points on AnTuTu, making it the first mobile chip to cross the 5-million mark.
The processor uses a 10-core CPU design, with all of the cores classified as big cores instead of combining big and smaller efficiency cores. Xiaomi says the chip crossed 15,000 points in multi-core testing, which is a 60% improvement over last year’s chip.
Graphics performance is handled by the new G2-Ultra NX GPU, which is also a first for Xiaomi. The company claims it delivers an 85% increase in graphics performance while using 64% less energy.
The XRING O3 is also the first mobile chip to support LPDDR6 memory. This pushes memory bandwidth to 113.8GB/s, around 48% higher than the previous XRING O1.
Xiaomi has also built the chip around what it calls a unified fusion bus architecture and top-tier metal wiring. According to the company, this brings static latency down to 82ns. While those numbers mainly matter in benchmarks, the lower latency should also help the phone feel more responsive in everyday use.
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