Xiaomi has released more details about its upcoming Gaming Mouse 2. Last week, the company teased the new PC peripheral, and a recent post on Weibo finally outlines the core specifications. The main takeaway is that Xiaomi is using a custom PixArt sensor, which suggests the company is trying to make a more serious entry into the PC gaming accessory market rather than just releasing a basic budget option.
The mouse is built around a custom PixArt PAW3955XM sensor. PixArt makes the sensors for most major gaming mice, and this particular version comes with some high specifications. It supports a maximum sensitivity of 40,000 DPI. While nobody actually plays games at 40,000 DPI, a high maximum sensitivity usually means the sensor will track accurately and consistently at the lower settings most people actually use.
Along with the high DPI, the mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 750 IPS (inches per second) and up to 60G of acceleration. In everyday use, this just means the mouse can keep up with fast physical movements.
Xiaomi also noted a maximum static frame rate of over 20,000 FPS and a 1 percent DPI precision rate, which includes a 1-to-1 factory calibration. According to the company, this setup is intended to prevent cursor drift and frame drops during both small micro-adjustments and larger movements.
Looking at the promotional images, the design is fairly standard. It has a symmetrical shape, but it includes two side buttons on the left edge, making it best suited for right-handed users. Xiaomi is marketing it as an esports mouse, pointing to the sensor, internal controller, and factory tuning as proof of its competitive focus.
Of course, a spec sheet doesn’t tell the whole story. The shape, weight, and overall feel are usually what make or break a gaming mouse. Xiaomi hasn’t shared the weight, battery life, wireless polling rate, or price yet. The company usually prices its devices lower than traditional gaming competitors like Logitech or Razer, but we won’t know how it actually compares until it officially launches.
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Oppo has started preparing the Reno 16 series for launch, with pre-reservations now open in China. A new leak, however, suggests the company is working on an entirely different Reno phone that sits somewhere between a traditional slab and a foldable, without actually folding.
According to tipster Digital Chat Station(DCS), they have gotten hands-on with an engineering prototype of what is referred to as the “Reno X.” And its description is a bit unusual for a regular phone.
Oppo Reno X Specifications (Rumored)
The device reportedly features a 6.39-inch flat display, but with a resolution of “21xx×13xx” and an aspect ratio closer to 16:10. That’s noticeably wider than most modern smartphones, which typically stick to tall, narrow designs.
The idea here, at least based on the leak, is that this phone mimics the experience of a foldable, just without the hinge.
Moreover, the prototype is said to run on a Dimensity 9-series flagship chipset, and the battery is reportedly capped at around 7,000mAh.
On the camera side, the device is rumored to feature a triple-camera system with a 50-megapixel main sensor and a periscope telephoto lens.
A user in the comments shared a model design of a device measuring 143mm by 91mm, to which DCS replied that the purported Reno X looks pretty much the same.
As for the launch, the tipster says the current internal plan for the Oppo Reno X is to debut alongside the company’s annual flagship lineup, likely referring to the Oppo Find X10 series. This clears up any confusion about whether it will launch with the Reno 16 series.
Digital Chat Station also notes that the final specifications of the phone are “yet to be determined.” So what’s mentioned above could change in the development cycle. We’ll keep you in the loop as more updates emerge.
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Xiaomi has had a line of massage guns in its portfolio for a few years now. The company is adding a new model today, the Xiaomi Long-Handled Fascia Gun 3, which will go on crowdfunding on May 13th through the Xiaomi Youpin platform.
The crowdfunding price is set at 299 yuan (~ $44); however, the price will reach 399 yuan (~ $59) once the campaign ends on May 20th.
The headline spec here is a 12kg thrust with a mass depth of up to 6mm. It can actually get into your muscle tissue and break down lactic acid buildup rather than just buzzing on the surface.
A more interesting and practical feature of the Gun 3 is its dual-handle design. You can switch its head with a long handle (useful for reaching your back) and a short handle for standard use, with a simple plug-and-twist mechanism.
Xiaomi Long-Handled Fascia Gun 3 Specifications
The device runs on a brushless motor tucked into an integrated body. It supports three speed levels across two modes. Fixed frequency for steady, consistent pressure (good for post-workout), and variable frequency for alternating light and heavy pressure (more suited to everyday relaxation). There’s also intelligent gear memory, so the gun remembers your last setting when you switch it back on. It weighs just 680 grams.
The gun has a velocity indicator ring that changes color based on how much pressure you’re applying. White means the right amount, Orange is if you push a bit hard.
The Xiaomi Long Handled Fascia Gun 3 can run up to 30 days with its built-in 1900mAh pack. The claim is likely, considering that you will use it for short sessions and not a continuous single run.
It comes with three interchangeable massage heads, letting you target different muscle groups with different contact shapes.
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Xiaomi has announced the pre-sale launch of its latest air purifier, the Xiaomi Mijia Air Purifier 6, in China. The new model is available for pre-order starting today, while the official sales will begin on May 13.
The air purifier costs 1,799 yuan (~ $263), though Xiaomi is currently offering it at a reduced price of 1,399 yuan (~ $204) during the initial sales window.
Xiaomi Mijia Air Purifier 6 Specifications
Inside, the Mijia Air Purifier 6 uses a dual-filter architecture combined with a dual-fan blade setup to create what Xiaomi calls a “dual-airflow” system. Practically, that means faster air circulation and higher purification capacity compared to the previous generation.
Xiaomi claims the new purifier can remove up to 99% of formaldehyde within two hours, and 99.99% of PM10 in just one hour. Tree pollen allergens, a common concern in many regions, are reduced by 98.9% over the same period. The overall particulate matter purification efficiency is 1.7 times better than before.
The purifier also has a six-layer composite filtration system, including a primary filter for larger debris, an antibacterial layer, a high-density formaldehyde filter, a nano-level precision filter, a specialized carbon layer for chemical absorption, and a UV sterilization layer reducing bacteria and viruses.
On the hardware side, the Mijia Air Purifier 6 is designed to deliver high airflow — up to 11,666 liters per minute — while maintaining relatively quiet operation at 26.6dB(A). It also features a closed top design to prevent dust buildup, with a flat surface that can double as a small storage area.
The device includes six built-in sensors to monitor air quality factors like PM1, PM2.5, dust, formaldehyde, temperature, and humidity. It is compatible with Xiaomi’s HyperOS ecosystem, so you can connect it with other smart home devices.
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The U.S. model comes with 12GB of LPDDR5T RAM and 256GB of UFS 4.0 storage. It is priced at $849 and includes a Folio case and a 68W charger in the box.
The Legion Tab Gen 5 uses an 8.8-inch 3K LCD display with a 3040 x 1904 pixel resolution, 16:10 aspect ratio and 408ppi pixel density. The panel supports a 165Hz variable refresh rate, 144Hz touch sampling rate, 750 nits peak brightness, HDR10, and 98% DCI-P3 color coverage.
Power comes from Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, built on a 3nm process. The tablet also includes Lenovo’s Legion Coldfront Vapor cooling system with a vapor chamber, which the company says improves heat dissipation by 32%.
The tablet runs Android 16 and includes Lenovo’s AI Engine+. The software features include improved in-game sound, AI noise cancellation for voice chat, and AI-based touch sensitivity optimization.
For cameras, the Legion Tab Gen 5 has a 50MP rear camera and a 50MP front-facing camera. The battery capacity is 9,000mAh, with support for 68W fast charging.
Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, and USB-C audio. Lenovo has also included two USB-C ports, allowing users to charge the tablet while connecting accessories or peripherals.
The tablet weighs 360 grams and measures 206.5 x 128.5 x 7.6mm, making it smaller than most full-size gaming tablets. With its high-refresh display, flagship chipset, large battery, and dual USB-C setup, Lenovo is targeting users who want a compact Android tablet built mainly for gaming.
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Xiaomi has started selling the Redmi Watch 6 and Redmi Watch 6 NFC outside China, months after the smartwatch first launched in its home market in October. The international rollout currently covers Poland, Romania, and Thailand, though the NFC model is available only in Poland for now.
The Redmi Watch 6 features a 2.07-inch AMOLED display with a 60Hz refresh rate, 324ppi pixel density, 2mm symmetrical bezels and an 82% screen-to-body ratio. Xiaomi says the panel can reach up to 2,000 nits of peak brightness, which should help with outdoor visibility. The watch also supports an always-on display and raise-to-wake functionality.
The smartwatch has a 9.9mm body and uses a unibody design with an aluminum alloy frame. Xiaomi says it is 1.4mm thinner than the previous generation, with 20% higher Vickers hardness and a 40% higher yield point. The design includes a raised stainless steel dial and an extra physical button. The added button can open the control center, access the shutdown or restart menu, and trigger an emergency contact shortcut when pressed three times.
Battery life is another major specification. The Redmi Watch 6 packs a 550mAh battery rated for up to 24 days with light use, 12 days with normal use, and seven days with intensive use. It also includes a linear motor with more than 20 vibration patterns for alarms, notifications, fitness alerts, and health updates.
For fitness and outdoor tracking, the watch supports more than 150 sports modes, 5ATM water resistance and independent GNSS. The GNSS setup uses dual L1 antennas and supports five systems for improved positioning accuracy. Xiaomi says the watch can automatically select the antenna with the stronger signal based on how it is being worn.
Health features include 24/7 heart rate monitoring, blood oxygen tracking, stress monitoring, sleep analysis, breathing exercises, abnormal heart rate alerts, low blood oxygen vibration alerts and women’s health management. The Redmi Watch 6 NFC adds contactless payments through Mastercard and Visa.
Pricing & availabile
Prices start at PLN 449, RON 519 and THB 3,190 for the standard model, while the NFC version costs PLN 499 in Poland.
GOBOULT has launched two new portable Bluetooth speakers in India under its Mustang-branded lineup, the Mustang GT20 and Mustang GT40. The speakers bring an automotive-inspired design, but the boxy shape, textured body, front grille, and prominent script-style branding may also look familiar to anyone who has seen Marshall-style speakers.
The Mustang GT20 is the smaller model in the lineup. It offers 20W sound output and uses dual dynamic drivers with a passive bass radiator. GOBOULT has added several car-themed design touches, including a leather-textured finish, metallic race grille, Mustang branding, underbody DRLs, and traction-inspired base detailing.
The GT20 also includes an ignition-style shift-stick control that works like a push-start mechanism and plays a sound effect. There is a fuel-gauge-style battery indicator and RGB lighting as well. For connectivity, the speaker supports Bluetooth 6.0, TWS pairing, TF card playback, and USB playback. It offers up to 7 hours of battery life and carries an IPX4 rating for water resistance.
The Mustang GT40 sits above it as the more powerful option. It delivers 40W output and also uses dual dynamic drivers with a passive bass radiator. The design keeps the same automotive theme, with a leather-textured body, metallic race grille, Mustang detailing, reinforced corner structure, and a leatherette carrying strap.
Unlike the GT20, the GT40 comes with dedicated metallic knobs for bass, treble, and volume control. It also includes a fuel-gauge-style battery display. Connectivity options remain the same, with Bluetooth 6.0, TWS stereo pairing, Bluetooth playback, TF card support, and USB playback. Battery life is rated at up to 7 hours, and the speaker also gets IPX4 water resistance.
Pricing & availability
The Mustang GT20 is priced at Rs. 2,999, while the Mustang GT40 is priced at Rs. 3,999. Both speakers are available in India from today through GOBOULT’s official website and online platforms, including Amazon.in, Flipkart, and Myntra.
Casio has brought its new Electro Green G-Shock collection to the US. First announced in Japan earlier this April, the lineup takes five of the company’s existing watch models and updates them with a new color scheme. The design is straightforward: a standard matte black case and band, paired with neon green text and a green-tinted LCD panel.
Specs and Pricing
The collection ranges from $110 to $180, split between standard battery-powered models and slightly more expensive versions equipped with Bluetooth and solar charging.
At the top of the price list is the $180 GA-B010BEG-1A. Along with the standard shock and water resistance, it includes Casio’s Tough Solar charging system and Bluetooth connectivity. You can link it to the Casio smartphone app to automatically sync the time, ping your phone if you lose it, and adjust the watch’s alarms. It also features a built-in step tracker.
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The $165 GA-B2100BEG-1A shares the solar charging and Bluetooth features but skips the step tracker, opting instead for the familiar octagonal case design often referred to as the CasiOak. Both of these connected models are built using Casio’s bio-based carbon and resin materials.
For those who just want a traditional watch without app connectivity, there are three other options. The $110 GD-010BEG-1 is the only fully digital watch in the group. It also uses bio-based resin and runs on a standard CR2025 battery that Casio estimates will last about 10 years.
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The remaining two models are analog-digital hybrids made from standard resin. The GA-100BEG-1A costs $120 and includes a magnetic-resistant case along with a speed indicator dial, running on a two-year battery. The GA-700BEG-1A is priced at $110, features a five-year battery, and has a large front-facing button to activate the LED backlight.
As expected from the G-Shock line, all five watches share a baseline set of features. They are shock-resistant, water-resistant up to 200 meters, and include basic functions like stopwatches, countdown timers, world time, and daily alarms.
The Electro Green series is available now through Casio’s website and US retailers.
Alongside the Honor Play 80 Plus,Honor today announced another budget smartphone called the Honor Play 70C. The phone gets the basics right and targets the most entry-level segment.
The phone starts at 599 yuan (around $90) for the 4GB RAM and 64GB storage version. There are two other configurations: 4GB + 128GB at 699 yuan and 6GB + 128GB at 799 yuan.
Honor Play 70C Specifications
For the price, the Honor Play 70C features a 6.75-inch IPS LCD with a 90Hz refresh rate and a 720 × 1600 resolution. The panel includes a waterdrop notch that houses a 5MP front-facing camera, which is about what you’d expect at this price point.
On the back, the device has a single 13MP main camera capable of shooting 1080p video and supporting up to 10x digital zoom.
Powering the phone is the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra chipset, paired with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. It’s backed by a relatively large 5,300mAh battery.
The Play 70C runs Android 15 with MagicOS 9.0 out of the box. Connectivity options include dual SIM 4G, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, and even a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Honor is offering the phone in multiple color options, including Midnight Black, Moonlight Silver, and Ocean Blue (also referred to as Ink Rock Black, Moonlit Silver, and Lake Blue in some listings). The device itself is fairly slim at 7.89mm and weighs 186 grams.
The Honor Play 80 Plus is a better phone with a larger 7,500mAh battery and a Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 chipset. But the Play 70C sticks to the basics, a low-cost phone that focuses on battery life, modest performance, and just enough features to get by.
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Ugreen has introduced a new 45W power bank, the Rhythm Series S45 (model PB603), currently listed on JD.com in China for 199 yuan ($29). It features a standard 10,000mAh capacity and is designed to address a very common annoyance: remembering your battery pack but forgetting the charging cable. By integrating a built-in USB-C cable, it offers a straightforward solution for keeping your devices powered on the go.
Ugreen PB603 Power Bank Specifications
The device measures 152 x 71 x 29.8 mm. On the outside, it has a ripple-textured finish to help with grip and a small TFT digital display on the front to clearly show the remaining battery percentage.
The built-in 45W USB-C cable sits at the top, supports the PD3.0 fast charging standard, and features a braided finish to handle standard wear and tear. Ugreen hasn’t detailed the rest of the port selection yet.
Inside the casing, the power bank uses ATL battery cells, which are generally known in the industry for their reliability. Ugreen notes that this model includes updated battery technology aimed at extending its overall lifespan.
The company states the new model offers a 166% improvement in charge cycle longevity over its previous generation, which was rated for around 300 cycles.
For safety, it uses a proprietary Battery Management System (BMS) to monitor charging conditions. According to the company, the device has gone through over 150 testing procedures to meet China’s latest 3C safety standards.
Some of these tests are quite specific, for instance, Ugreen says the battery cell passed a puncture test with a 4mm steel needle and withstood 1.43 tons of pressure without catching fire or failing. It also reportedly survived a 135°C heat chamber test.
To keep things cool during standard 45W fast charging, the device relies on a four-layer cooling system. This includes high thermal conductivity graphene materials and an NTC intelligent temperature control system that Ugreen says performs up to 360,000 temperature checks per hour to prevent overheating.
In related news, OnePlus has recently introduced a 15,000mAh power bank with 120W fast charging and advanced battery safety technology.
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The global smartphone market in early 2026 turned out to be increasingly top-heavy. According to market research firm Counterpoint Research, the iPhone 17 was the best-selling smartphone globally in Q1 2026, grabbing 6% of all global smartphone sales on its own.
The iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone 17 Pro followed right behind in second and third place, meaning Apple owned the top three spots on the list entirely.
Senior analyst Harshit Rastogi says the iPhone 17 outperformed its predecessor by a clear margin. The base model got meaningful upgrades this time with more storage out of the box, a higher-resolution camera, and a faster screen refresh rate. This narrowed the gap between the standard and Pro models, which seems to have pushed more buyers toward the cheaper option.
Sales in China and the US grew by double digits year-over-year. South Korea was even better, where sales tripled compared to the previous generation.
Android’s budget segment dominates the market
On the Android side, Samsung dominated with five spots in the top ten, all from its Galaxy A budget lineup. The Galaxy A07 4G was the top-selling Android phone of the quarter, driven by demand in the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. Samsung is now promising six years of software updates on these devices.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra didn’t crack the top ten, though Samsung says it opened stronger than the S25 Ultra did.
Redmi A5
The only Chinese brand to make the list was Xiaomi, with the Redmi A5 landing at number ten. It’s also the cheapest device on the list and has held steady demand in emerging markets since launch.
All in all, the top ten phones accounted for 25% of all global smartphone sales, the highest share ever recorded for a first quarter. Two things explain that: iPhone 17 demand stayed strong, and a memory chip shortage pushed up component costs, which squeezed Android manufacturers trying to compete at lower price points.
Counterpoint’s Karn Chauhan says the overall phone market is likely to shrink in 2026, with the budget segment taking the hardest hit. Manufacturers seem to know this already, as most are shifting resources toward higher-end products rather than racing to sell volume.
Xiaomi seems to be getting ready to bring another budget tablet to more markets, this time under the Poco brand. A new FCC listing has revealed details of what is expected to launch as the Poco C Pad.
The tablet showed up in the FCC database with model number 2603APC14G. The filing itself does not mention the Poco C Pad name, but the same model number has already been linked to it through Xiaomi’s HyperOS code. The listing also confirms support for 18W charging, though it looks like a charger may not be included in the box.
One small detail that stands out is the color options. The device is listed in Pantone finishes, including Cool Gray and Red. It adds a bit of personality to what is otherwise a fairly straightforward tablet.
In terms of hardware, this is not entirely new. The Poco C Pad is expected to be a rebranded version of the Redmi Pad 2 9.7, which Xiaomi launched recently in some markets. So the overall experience should be quite similar.
That means a 9.7-inch LCD display with a 2K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, along with a slim metal body that keeps things relatively light at just 401 grams. Under the hood, it is powered by the Snapdragon 6s Gen 2 4G processor, paired with up to 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, expandable via microSD.
The rest of the setup is fairly standard. You get an 8MP rear camera, a 5MP front camera, dual speakers, a headphone jack, and optional 4G connectivity. Nothing flashy, but enough for everyday use. The tablet packs a 7,600mAh battery, which Xiaomi claims can last well over a day on mixed usage. It runs HyperOS 3 based on Android 16, with features like cross-device integration and some AI-assisted tools built in.
Pricing should stay on the lower side. In markets like Malaysia, the Redmi version starts at around RM560, which is equivalent to US$140. Prices may vary across regions, but it should stay in a similar range.
With certification already in place, an official announcement does not seem too far away.
Zebronics has added a new flagship soundbar to its home audio lineup in India. The ZEB-Juke Bar 9890 is a 5.1.2 channel system that supports both Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. It is currently available on Amazon and Flipkart with a launch price of ₹29,999 ($315).
Zebronics ZEB-Juke Bar 9890 Specifications
The system has a total stated output of 1030W RMS, which is divided among a few different components. The main soundbar unit contains five drivers, three facing forward and two pointing upward to handle the height channels required for spatial audio formats.
The package also includes two rear satellite speakers and an 8-inch (20.32cm) subwoofer. Because the rear speakers and subwoofer connect wirelessly to the main bar, it cuts down on the amount of cabling needed across the living room, making the initial setup a bit more straightforward.
For audio processing, the soundbar relies on its up-firing drivers to bounce sound off the ceiling, simulating overhead audio for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X tracks. Zebronics also includes its own internal audio processing, which it calls Zeb-AcoustiMax, designed to manage the surround sound distribution.
Physically, the soundbar and satellite speakers are wrapped in a dark fabric finish, a common design choice intended to help the hardware blend in with standard living room furniture. The main bar features a basic LED display on the front to show the current input or volume level, and the unit includes the necessary hardware to be mounted to a wall.
The connectivity options cover the standard requirements for a modern TV setup. The primary connection is HDMI eARC, which is necessary to transmit high-bandwidth audio formats directly from the TV.
It also features an optical input, a 3.5mm auxiliary jack, and a USB port for playing MP3 files from a flash drive. For wireless audio playback from a phone or tablet, it uses Bluetooth 5.3.
In related news, Sony has recently introduced the HT-B500 soundbar with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and a 3.1-channel configuration, while boAt has launched the Aavante Prime X, a wireless 7.1.4 Dolby Atmos soundbar delivering 700W output
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Smart rings are becoming pretty common, and RingConn has just announced its third-generation model. The main updates for the RingConn Gen 3 are a built-in vibration motor and a feature that tracks nighttime blood pressure trends. It costs $349 globally (or $314 if you pre-order) and, like the company’s previous models, it doesn’t require a monthly subscription to use the companion app.
RingConn Gen 3 Specifications
Physically, the Gen 3 is a titanium ring with a medical-grade epoxy resin on the inside. It’s about 2.3mm thick and weighs between 2.5 and 3.5 grams depending on the size you get, which keeps it in line with the standard footprint for this category. The sensors inside are what you’d expect: an optical heart rate sensor, a temperature sensor, and an accelerometer.
The most noticeable hardware change is the vibration motor. Putting haptic feedback in a ring without making it bulky or severely draining the battery is usually tricky, but RingConn included it to give you physical nudges.
The ring vibrates for things like a low battery, high stress, or if you’ve been sitting still for too long. It’s a small change, but it means you don’t have to look at your phone as often to know what the ring is doing.
On the health tracking side, RingConn is introducing a feature it calls Vascular Health Insights. It is important to note that this isn’t a medical diagnostic tool. Instead, it monitors your blood pressure trends automatically overnight while you sleep. The goal is to show you how your daily habits might be affecting your vascular patterns over time.
The Gen 3 also adds sleep apnea pattern tracking and full-cycle predictions for women. For daily use, it tracks standard metrics like blood oxygen, stress, and workouts, with automatic detection for basic exercises like walking, running, and cycling.
Coming to the battery life, RingConn says the Gen 3 lasts 11 to 14 days if you turn the vibrations off, and 10 to 12 days if you leave them on. It comes with a wireless charging case that holds up to 150 days of standby charge and takes about 90 minutes to recharge the ring. It’s also water-resistant up to 10ATM, so you don’t need to take it off to shower or swim.
The ring works with both iOS and Android, and it syncs with Apple Health and Google Health Connect. If you happen to be away from your phone, the ring can store up to 10 days of data locally.
In related news, Rogbid has recently launched the SR15 smart ring, offering health tracking features along with vibration-based alerts.
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Google has already released four betas of Android 17, which are more than enough to show us what the upcoming version has in store. There are some new, exciting features, as well as many essential upgrades to existing ones, that make the software more useful and feature-rich.
With the stable Android 17 release approaching, here are the eight features or upgrades I can’t wait to try.
1. A native app lock, finally
Google is finally bringing the ability to lock individual apps, a feature users have been requesting for years. You will be able to lock apps directly from the home screen by long-pressing an app icon and choosing the “App lock” option from the quick options menu.
You can set up app lock using a PIN, pattern, password, or biometrics like fingerprint or face unlock, without needing a third-party app. This feature on the Google Pixel works just like any other app lock, but keep in mind that notifications for a locked app, along with all associated shortcuts and widgets, will be hidden.
Google notes that certain AI features, such as Gemini’s screen automation, may still be able to interact with apps, depending on permissions. You’ll be notified if other apps have access to the app you’re locking.
Most Android skins, including One UI, already have this feature, but it’s a nice welcome addition for Google Pixels.
2. Floating app bubbles make multitasking easier
The bubble feature has been around for quite a few years now, but it was restricted to messaging and conversations. Android 17 takes it a major step forward by allowing users to turn any app into a floating bubble.
For example, if you’re watching a tutorial on YouTube and noting important steps on Google Keep, you’ll be able to convert Google Keep into a floating bubble for quicker access. When you tap the Keep bubble, the app will open in a small floating window, while the YouTube tutorial plays in full screen. This is better than switching between the two apps and using them in a split-screen view.
You will be able to close an app bubble by dragging it to the bottom of the screen.
Bubbles are more useful on large-screen devices like foldables or tablets where the user has more screen to work with than on a regular smartphone.
3. A more powerful screen recording with a preview screen
Android 17 will upgrade the screen recording experience with a more refined UI and a new preview screen. Currently, when you tap the screen recording tile in Quick Settings, a pop-up shows up asking about the recording area and audio options.
In Android 17, when you tap the screen recording tile, a new floating pill interface will show up, letting you choose what to record, whether to record device audio or microphone (or both), and whether to show touches. You can tap the status indicator in the status bar to bring back the floating pill UI.
Once you stop the recording, you’ll see a new preview screen where you can play, edit, delete, or share the clip instantly without opening the gallery.
4. Mandatory Large-Screen Adaptivity
Google enforces a stricter policy on app resizability and orientation, preventing developers from restricting apps to a single orientation on large devices (sw ≥ 600dp). This effectively skips smartphones (generally below 600dp) and targets tablets and larger-screen devices.
The latest move is designed to make Android apps truly adaptive. On a device running Android 16 or an earlier build, if you open a portrait-locked app on a landscape tablet, the app appears as a tall, narrow window in the center of the screen, with thick black bars on the sides. In Android 17, the app would rotate to fill the gap, resulting in a more usable screen and better app experience.
Games are exempted from these strict mandates to ensure they don’t break during critical gameplay.
Google began phasing out apps’ ability to restrict screen orientation and resizability on large-screen devices with Android 16. However, it still allowed app developers to opt out of this change. But Android 17 makes it mandatory, and developers will no longer be able to opt out.
5. Hide app names on the home screen
In the Beta 3 build, Google introduced a feature that lets users hide the app labels on the home screen. This isn’t a big step, but it helps users create a cleaner home screen setup.
To hide app labels, you’ll need to go to Wallpaper & style, tap Home screen, select Icons, tap the Names tab at the bottom, and turn off the toggle for Show app names. Keep in mind that this won’t affect the app drawer or apps inside folders.
6. Separate Wi-Fi and mobile data toggles
On Pixel devices running Android 16 or earlier, if you need to switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data, or turn them on or off, you must open Quick Settings, tap the Internet tile, and then perform the action.
Many users have expressed their frustration with the extra step required to access Wi-Fi or mobile data. After nearly four and a half years, Google is finally allowing users to add separate Wi-Fi and mobile data toggles in Android 17.
This change would particularly benefit Pixel users, as most other Android skins, including Samsung’s One UI and OnePlus’s OxygenOS, already have it.
7. Give apps limited access to your contacts
Right now, there’s no way to give apps access to specific contacts. If you grant the contacts permission, the app will have access to all contacts stored on your device.
This is certainly not a privacy-focused approach, and therefore, Google is introducing a new system-level Contact Picker interface that will allow users to select one or more contacts to share with an app at a time. Google says apps won’t be able to track any changes you make to a contact’s information.
Contact Picker grants temporary, session-based read access to the specific data fields selected by the user. That means the app will need to request permissions again after the session timeout, further strengthening users’ privacy.
8. Seamless task continuity on another device
Google is working on a “Task Continuity” feature, which will allow users to sync notifications, share files, and continue apps across their linked Android devices. Essentially, you will be able to transfer an app’s current state from one Android device to another. This feature could debut with Android 17.
This feature will show a suggestion on the taskbar representing the running app from another device. When you click this suggestion, the system initiates the handoff and passes the remote app’s state, as Android Authority explains.
Google announced the new Handoff API in Android 17 Beta 2, which allows developers to specify the application state to resume on another device. Once enabled, the Android system displays a handoff suggestion in the launcher of the user’s nearby devices.
Final build may not include all of them
If you’ve been following Android releases, you’d know that Google doesn’t include all the features from the beta builds into the final package. But there’s a very good chance some of them will make it to the final release.
All the features we’ve discussed so far are available in the Android 17 beta releases. You can get an eligible Google Pixel to test them or wait for the stable release, which could happen around June 2026.
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2026’s flagship race is already settled, at least on paper. The phones launched between January and April — from Samsung, Xiaomi,OPPO, Vivo, Honor, Motorola, Huawei, and iQOO — will define what a high-end Android phone looks like for the rest of the year.
New chipsets will come, but these are the devices most people will be comparing, buying, and arguing about through December. So here’s what actually shipped, and what each one is trying to do.
Motorola introduced the Razr Fold at CES 2026 as its first book-style foldable. Unlike the Razr’s usual clamshell form, this one opens up like a tablet, with an 8.1-inch 2K LTPO inner display and a 6.6-inch cover screen. The cover screen is large enough that you can handle most everyday tasks without unfolding the device.
The camera setup is all 50-megapixel across the board: a Sony LYTIA main sensor, an ultra-wide with macro support, and a periscope telephoto with 3x optical zoom. There’s also a 32MP camera on the outer display and a 20MP shooter on the inner screen. Video recording supports Dolby Vision. The phone also supports Motorola’s Moto Pen Ultra stylus.
Honor Magic 8 RSR Porsche Design
Honor kicked things off with the Magic 8 RSR Porsche Design, which went on sale in China on January 23rd. The phone is what it sounds like: a high-end device made in collaboration with Porsche Design, with finishes called Slate Gray and Moonstone, and a back panel made of microcrystalline nano-ceramic material that Honor says has a Mohs hardness rating of 8.5.
Inside, it runs Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, with configurations going up to 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. The camera setup includes a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide, and a 200MP telephoto with 3.7x optical zoom and up to 100x digital zoom. Battery is 7,200mAh with 120W wired and 80W wireless charging. It also supports satellite communication and IP68/IP69K water resistance.
Honor is also selling an optional photography kit with a magnetic grip, filter adapter, and external telephoto lens. It runs MagicOS 10 with Porsche Design-themed UI elements layered on top.
2. February
Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus
Samsung Galaxy S26 Series
Samsung’s February Unpacked event brought the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra. The base S26 has a 6.3-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, while the S26+ bumps that up to 6.7 inches at QHD+ resolution. Both have 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rates and Gorilla Glass Victus 2.
Depending on your region, these phones ship with either the Exynos 2600 or the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. The main camera across the standard models is a 50MP sensor, paired with a 12MP ultra-wide and a 10MP telephoto with 3x zoom. The S26 has a 4300mAh battery, the S26+ has a 4900mAh battery, and both support Qi2 wireless charging at 20W.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The S26 Ultra takes a different direction. It has a 6.9-inch QHD+ display with Gorilla Armor 2, runs exclusively on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and includes a 200MP main camera, a 50MP ultra-wide, a 10MP telephoto at 3x, and a 50MP periscope lens at 5x zoom. Battery is 5000mAh with Super Fast Charging 3.0. The S Pen is still here. The software on all three runs One UI 8.5 on Android 16, with AI features like Photo Assist, Now Brief, and Creative Studio built in.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Xiaomi launched the 17 Ultra in China in February, and it arrives with one of the more interesting camera setups of the year. The main camera uses a 1-inch Light Fusion 1050L sensor co-developed with Leica, shooting at 50MP. The telephoto is a 200MP Leica-certified lens that supports lossless optical zoom between 75mm and 100mm, going up to 400mm digitally. The ultra-wide is a 50MP sensor with 115-degree FOV.
The display is a 6.9-inch OLED with up to 3,500 nits peak brightness, 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate, and Dolby Vision support. It runs Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and Xiaomi says the phone can mirror and control Apple devices through its HyperOS 3.0 software.
The battery is 6,800mAh, the largest in any Xiaomi Ultra device. It charges at 90W wired and 50W wireless. Despite all of that, Xiaomi says the 17 Ultra is the thinnest Ultra device it has made, at 8.29mm.
iQOO 15 Ultra
The iQOO 15 Ultra is a performance-first phone, and it makes that clear from the spec sheet. The display is a 6.85-inch flat Samsung AMOLED at 2K resolution with a 144Hz refresh rate and 8,000 nits peak brightness. The touch sampling can go up to 4000Hz.
The phone runs Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 alongside iQOO’s in-house Q3 esports chip, and the company claims an AnTuTu score of 4.51 million.
iQOO 15 Ultra
For cooling, it has a 59-blade fan and an 8,000mm² vapor chamber. The phone also includes pressure-sensitive shoulder triggers and a 500Hz gyroscope. Battery is 7,400mAh with 100W wired and 40W wireless charging.
On the camera side, it’s a triple 50MP system consisting of main, ultra-wide, and periscope telephoto with 3x optical zoom. Not the headline feature here, but solid. It runs OriginOS 6 on Android 16 and supports 8K video recording.
3. March
OPPO Find X9 Ultra
OPPO’s Find X9 Ultra is the most camera-forward device on this list. It’s the only 2026 flagship to use two 200MP cameras, one for main and another for 3x telephoto. Both deliver maximum detail in portrait and general photography. There’s also a dedicated 50MP 10x optical zoom telephoto and a 50MP ultra-wide.
OPPO is leaning hard on the Hasselblad partnership here. The new Hasselblad Master Mode includes features like True Detail for 8K output across six focal lengths, a full-link ProXDR pipeline, and nine film presets that try to simulate real film color behavior rather than just slapping a filter on.
Video-wise, it supports 8K at 30fps and 4K at 120fps in 10-bit Log format, along with custom 3D LUT import and an ACES color management workflow. TILTA accessories like ND filters and manual focus grips are available for it. The phone runs Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 with a 144Hz 2K display, a 7,050mAh battery with 100W wired and 50W wireless charging, and IP66/IP68/IP69 water resistance.
OPPO Find N6
OPPO’s Find N6 is pitching itself as the world’s flattest foldable, and the engineering behind that claim is genuinely interesting. The hinge uses a bionic four-axis structure built with chip-level polymer 3D printing, reducing surface unevenness to 0.1mm. Paired with memory glass that restores up to 99.9% flatness after folding, the crease situation is about as controlled as any foldable has managed. It’s TÜV certified for 600,000 folds.
The inner display is an 8.12-inch QXGA+ foldable OLED, and the outer cover screen is a 6.62-inch FHD+ AMOLED, both running 1-120Hz adaptive refresh with 240Hz touch sampling. The outer panel peaks at 3,600 nits.
Cameras follow the same Hasselblad-partnership playbook as the Find X9 Ultra: a 200MP main with dual-axis OIS leads, supported by a 50MP ultra-wide, a 50MP 3x telephoto, and a dedicated Danxia color calibration lens. It supports 8K stills and 4K 120fps Dolby Vision video.
The chipset is the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, paired with a 6,000mAh battery, 80W wired and 50W wireless charging. It folds to 8.93mm and weighs 225g, with IP56/IP58/IP59 ratings.
Vivo X300 Ultra
Vivo’s X300 Ultra follows a similar camera-first philosophy as the Find X9 Ultra, but leans into a Zeiss partnership instead of Hasselblad. The camera array includes a 50MP ultra-wide (Sony LYTIA 818), a 200MP main camera (Sony LYTIA 901), and a 200MP telephoto (Samsung HP0) with gimbal-level stabilization.
Vivo X300 Ultra – Victory Green
Vivo is also selling two external teleconverter modules, one for 200mm and one for 400mm. The imaging system supports 4K 120fps Dolby Vision and 4K 120fps 10-bit Log recording, along with 3D LUT imports and ACES workflows.
The display is a 6.82-inch 2K LTPO AMOLED at 144Hz. Battery is 6,600mAh with 90W wired and 40W wireless charging. It runs OriginOS 6 on Android 16 and carries IP68/IP69 ratings.
4. April
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
Huawei Pura 90 Pro and Pura 90 Pro Max
Both the Huawei Pura 90 Pro and 90 Pro Max share the same XMAGE imaging philosophy and a Red Maple multispectral lens, but the Pro Max gets better hardware meaningfully across the board.
The Pro Max camera system leads with a 50MP RYYB main sensor (1/1.28-inch) with OIS, LOFIC tech, and a variable aperture from f/1.4 to f/4.0. The telephoto is a 200MP RYYB periscope unit with 4x optical zoom, up to 8x optical-quality zoom, CIPA 7.0 stabilization, and what Huawei calls an industry-first three-in-one super concentrating prism. Rounding it out is a 40MP RYYB ultra-wide.
The standard Pro keeps the same main sensor and aperture setup but steps down to a 12.5MP ultra-wide and a 50MP periscope telephoto.
Both phones run on the Kirin 9030S, a step below the Kirin 9030 Pro found in the Pura X Max foldable. Huawei claims a 200 percent improvement in NPU image understanding over the previous generation, with gains in AI ISP color processing, telephoto video clarity, and stabilization accuracy. AI features are central to the software pitch — AI pose recommendations, composition assist, portrait retouching, and one-click photo creation are all present, alongside an upgraded Xiaoyi assistant with real-time pointing recognition and voiceprint detection.
The Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display; the Pro gets 6.6 inches. Both use single-punch-hole cutouts. The Pro Max also gets Kunlun glass protection, which Huawei says cuts reflections by 70 percent and improves scratch resistance up to 16 times over standard glass. Both phones run HarmonyOS 6.1.
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is squarely aimed at mobile gamers. It runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, built on TSMC’s third-gen 3nm process, with OnePlus claiming a 32% performance uplift and 55% better power efficiency over the previous generation.
Keeping things cool is a 6,000mm² vapor chamber that sits alongside a Glacier Cooling System and a deeper integration of OnePlus’s Wind Chaser Gaming Kernel.
The headline accessory is an optional Strix Gaming Controller with a joystick-free layout, mechanical triggers rated at 1.8ms response time, a dedicated e-sports chip, and support for magnetic cooling modules. It’s the kind of peripheral ecosystem you’d more typically associate with a dedicated gaming phone brand.
The display is a 6.78-inch 1.5K LTPS OLED at 165Hz with 4,000Hz instantaneous touch sampling. As for cameras, it has a 50MP main with OIS and an 8MP ultra-wide unit. The battery is a large 8,600mAh dual-cell unit with 120W wired charging. It runs ColorOS 16 on Android 16, and carries IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K ratings.
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The upcoming Honor 600 series is gearing up for its China debut later this month, and new leaks have revealed some exciting upgrades. According to tipster Digital Chat Station, the China variant could bring major improvements, especially in battery capacity and color options.
One of the biggest highlights is the massive battery upgrade. While the global version already offers a large 7000mAh battery, the China model is expected to push this further to around 8500mAh to 9000mAh, making it one of the biggest batteries in a mainstream flagship-style smartphone. This suggests a strong focus on long-lasting performance and heavy usage without frequent charging.
In terms of design, the Honor 600 series will reportedly arrive in six vibrant colors, including Good Orange, Lucky Star, Jasmine White, Green Apple, Light Feather Blue, and Obsidian Black. The device is also said to feature a premium metal frame and high durability ratings, including IP68, IP69, and IP69K protection against dust and water.
The smartphone is expected to sport a 6.57-inch 1.5K flat display with a 120Hz refresh rate and ultra-slim 0.98mm bezels on all sides. It will also use 3840Hz PWM dimming technology, aimed at improving eye comfort during extended use.
Under the hood, the device is rumored to be powered by the flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, paired with MagicOS 10 based on Android 16.
For photography, the Honor 600 series could feature a 200MP main camera, along with a 12MP ultra-wide lens and a 50MP 3.5x periscope telephoto sensor. A 50MP front camera is also expected for selfies.
Overall, the China variant of the Honor 600 series appears to focus heavily on battery life while retaining flagship-grade performance and camera capabilities.
Honor has quietly introduced the Honor Play 80 Plus in China, adding a new entry to its budget lineup with a focus on battery life and everyday performance. The device stands out with a large 7,500mAh battery, a 120Hz display, and Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 platform. It also brings MagicOS 10 based on Android 16, positioning it as a modern entry-level 5G option. Here is a closer look at what the phone offers.
Honor Play 80 Plus specifications and features
Honor Play 80 Plus
The Honor Play 80 Plus features a 6.61-inch TFT LCD screen with a resolution of 720 x 1604 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. The panel supports eye protection features and delivers a 20.05:9 aspect ratio. Like the recent Honor phones, the Play 80 Plus runs on MagicOS 10 based on Android 16.
Powering the device is the Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 chipset, making it the first phone to feature this platform. Announced in December 2025, the 4nm processor comes with an octa-core setup featuring 2 x 2.3GHz Cortex-A78 performance cores and 6 x 1.95GHz Cortex-A55 efficiency cores paired with the Adreno 613 GPU. The chipset focuses on improved power efficiency, better AI handling, and stable connectivity. It is designed to handle daily tasks smoothly while keeping battery consumption in check, which aligns well with devices targeting long endurance.
Honor Play 80 Plus
The phone includes a 13-megapixel rear camera with an f/1.8 aperture and a 5-megapixel front camera. The device is backed by a huge 7,500mAh battery with support for 45W fast charging. Additional features include dual SIM support, Bluetooth 5.0, dual-band Wi-Fi, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a USB-C port. The device measures 163.9 x 75.9 x 8.29mm and weighs around 205 grams.
Honor Play 80 Plus price and availability
The Honor Play 80 Plus is available in Aquamarine, Black, and Gold color options. Pricing in China starts at 1,699 Yuan (~$250) for the 6GB+128GB variant and goes up to 2,099 Yuan (~$310) for the 8GB+256GB model. The device is already on sale in China, but there is no confirmation yet regarding its global availability.
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Lenskart first introduced its AI-powered smart eyewear, B by Lenskart, back in November 2025, offering an early glimpse at its vision for connected wearables. The company has now moved a step further by opening early access, with the official microsite revealing key details about the pricing and full specifications.
B by Lenskart smart glasses specifications and features
B by Lenskart
The B by Lenskart smart glasses are designed to feel like regular eyewear, weighing around 45g and supporting prescription lenses from -6 to +6. Under the frame, the device runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 platform, paired with 32GB internal storage. It supports Bluetooth 5.3 and works with devices running iOS 18 and above or Android 12 and above. Interaction is handled through touch controls and voice commands, including a wake phrase for the built-in assistant powered by Google Gemini.
For imaging, the glasses feature a 12 megapixel Sony camera with a 16mm ultra-wide lens. It captures photos at up to 4032 x 3024 resolution and records videos at 1080p in landscape and 1440 x 1920 in portrait at 30fps. Audio is handled through dual directional speakers, while a three-microphone setup supports calls and voice inputs.
B by Lenskart
Battery life is rated at up to 4 hours on a single charge, with the included charging case extending total usage to up to 48 hours. Fast charging is supported, with 50 percent charge achieved in around 15 minutes. The glasses can be charged through the case or directly using a cable.
B by Lenskart smart glasses price and availability
The B by Lenskart smart glasses are priced at Rs 22,000 (~$230) as an early access offer, compared to a listed price of Rs 27,000 (~$285). They are available in Black and Silver colour options and come bundled with a charging case.
The product is currently open for waitlist registrations, indicating a phased rollout. Features like real-time AI assistance, multi-language support, note-taking and hands-free capture position it as more than just a wearable accessory.
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Inllie has introduced two new wearable devices, the Luna Core Bracelet and Sense Core Band, bringing a different take on everyday fitness tracking. The announcement highlights a shift towards blending wellness features with a more refined design language, setting the tone for what these devices aim to deliver.
Inllie Luna Core Bracelet and Sense Core Band features and design
Inllie smart bracelets
The Inllie Luna Core Bracelet is designed to resemble a piece of jewellery, featuring a stainless steel bracelet paired with a zinc alloy and epoxy resin case. It includes gold and silver accents, giving it a polished look suitable for both casual and formal wear. The device weighs 11.6g, making it comfortable for extended use. The Sense Core Band follows a slimmer and more conventional design, with a 5.6mm thin body and a weight of 16.5g. It offers strap options, including metal Milanese and silicone, allowing flexibility between style and practicality.
Inllie smart bracelets
Both devices focus on integrating health tracking into daily wear without appearing overly sporty. They support heart rate monitoring, blood oxygen levels, stress tracking, heart rate variability, menstrual cycle tracking, sleep insights, step count, and multiple exercise modes. The Sense Core Band also features a compact display that shows essential data such as steps, battery status, and heart rate.
Battery capacity differs between the two models. The Luna Core Bracelet houses a 26mAh battery, while the Sense Core Band includes an 18mAh battery. Each device is rated to deliver around 5 to 7 days of usage on a single charge, with standby extending up to 12 days for Luna Core and 10 days for Sense Core.
Inllie Luna Core Bracelet and Sense Core Band price and availability
Inllie smart bracelets
The Luna Core Bracelet is priced at $149, while the Sense Core Band is available for $109. The company is also offering a limited-time bundle where both devices can be purchased together with a $79 discount.
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