Samsung may finally have an answer to one of the biggest criticisms of its Exynos chips: overheating. The company is reportedly working on a new thermal solution for its upcoming Exynos 2600, which is expected to debut with the Galaxy S26 series. Called Heat Path Block (HPB), this new technology could mark a major step forward in Exynos 2600’s thermal control.
The HPB design uses a tiny copper-based heatsink integrated directly above the processor and memory within the chip’s package-on-package structure. By leveraging copper’s excellent thermal conductivity, it aims to dissipate heat more effectively than the chip packaging material on the Exynos 2500. It’s a technique that borrows from the cooling designs commonly used in PCs and servers.
The result? Better sustained performance during heavy workloads — something Samsung’s in-house chips have struggled with for years.
Samsung plans to wrap up testing by October, and if things go well, mass production could begin shortly after—just in time for the Galaxy S26 lineup. The Exynos 2600 itself is being built on a 2nm Gate-All-Around (GAA) process and is expected to feature a deca-core CPU (1+3+6 layout) along with the new Xclipse 960 GPU, which may be an in-house design.
Compared to its predecessor, the Exynos 2500, the 2600 reportedly aims to deliver a significant improvement in performance, especially in demanding AI tasks. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is likely to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 worldwide, but with this new cooling tech, the Exynos-powered base model might finally close the performance gap. Exynos 2600 is expected to power the base model in most markets worldwide, excluding the US and China.
Hot on the heels of yesterday’s news around the Xiaomi 16 Ultra and its rumored DSLR-style continuous zoom, a new leak has now revealed details about the Xiaomi 16 Pro Max.
According to a now-deleted post by reliable tipster Digital Chat Station, the 16 Pro Max could pack a large, flat 2K OLED display that combines LTPO and LIPO technology.
LTPO (Low-Temperature Polycrystalline Oxide) enables variable refresh rates for smoother performance and better efficiency, while LIPO (Low-Injection Pressure Over-Molding) is a display manufacturing process that helps shave down bezel thickness.
Xiaomi 16 Pro Max to feature SmartSens sensor
Camera-wise, the leak suggests the phone will sport a triple 50MP setup, with a 50MP SmartSens 590 sensor leading the pack. The sensor reportedly measures 1/1.28″, supports LOFIC 2.0 for improved dynamic range, and is built on a 22nm process, which should enhance power efficiency. Also onboard is a 50MP GN8 periscope lens (around 1/1.95″) expected to offer 5x optical zoom.
As for the battery, the 16 Pro Max is rumored to pack a massive 7,500mAh cell with 100W fast charging, the largest battery in the Xiaomi 16 lineup. For context, the Xiaomi 16 Ultra might top out at 7,000mAh.
One particularly interesting addition this generation could be the rumored secondary screen on the back of the phone. Rumor has it that the 16 Pro Max will integrate this display into the camera island.
Xiaomi has experimented with rear displays before, like on the Mi 11 Ultra, but this version could offer a more refined take on the concept.
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Oppo‘s upcoming gaming enthusiast smartphone has just been teased in India. The brand is preparing to release its K13 Turbo series of gaming phones in the region soon, and the latest finally offers us a proper look at the Oppo K13 Turbo Pro ahead of its debut. So let’s check it out.
Oppo K13 Turbo Pro Teased With Gaming Aesthetics
The Chinese tech giant dropped a fresh teaser on Flipkart, confirming its e-commerce availability and showcasing the bold design of the K13 Turbo Pro. Looking at the image poster, the Knight Silver variant of the gaming phone is unveiled in all its glory with angular etching on the rear, a pill shaped camera module and, most notably, a physical fan with RGB lighting.
Oppo K13 Turbo Pro
Gaming over a long period of time can generate a lot of heat, so many smartphones lower their performance/throttle to keep thermals in check. However, an active cooling system with a fan allows for longer sustained performance, which can be key in online games. While the brand has yet to officially announce the Oppo K13 Turbo series in India, the duo have already made their debut in the Chinese market last week.
To recall, the Redmi K13 Turbo Pro sports a tall 6.8-inch LTPS OLED display with a 1.5K resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a 240Hz touch sampling rate. Under the hood, it is equipped with the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. A massive 7,000mAh battery pack powers this model, which supports 80W wired fast charging. Other notable features include IPX9 + IPX8 + IPX6 water resistance, a plastic middle frame, an IR blaster, Android 15, stereo speakers, and more.
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Xiaomi is gearing up to launch a new budget smartphone in India. This model in question is the Redmi 15 5G, which is set to debut next month with a massive battery pack for long endurance. So here’s what you need to know.
This Redmi Phone Packs a 7000mAh Battery, Launching August 19
The Chinese tech giant shared the official teaser on Amazon India, revealing some of its key specs while also offering us a look at its design. Xiaomi claims that the Redmi 15 5G is the slimmest smartphone to pack a massive 7,000mAh cell. The rear also has an “aerograde metal camera island”. Thanks to its large battery pack and 18W wired reverse charging support, the brand states that you can even use this model as a power bank.
Redmi 15 5G
While this model will debut in the budget segment, it will pack the segment’s smoothest display with up to a 144Hz refresh rate. The 6.9-inch FHD+ panel also has eye comfort features. Meanwhile, the rear packs a 50MP dual AI camera system. Under the hood, the Redmi 15 5G is equipped with the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 SoC. It runs on the Android 15 OS based HyperOS 2.0 custom skin out of the box.
Other rumored features include an 8MP selfie shooter, an IP64 rating for water and dust resistance, and 33W wired fast charging support. Xiaomi will release the Redmi 15 5G in India on August 19 in multiple color options, namely Midnight Black, Sandy Purple, and Frosted White. It is confirmed to sell via Amazon, but we can also expect offline availability and sales through the brand’s official website.
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Big batteries have quietly become the next frontier in mid-range phones. Starting early this year, we began seeing a wave of smartphones with 7,000mAh cells. By mid-year, Honor launched the X70 with an even larger 8,300mAh battery.
Now, it looks like 10,000mAh might be the next stop.
Digital Chat Station, a frequent source of smartphone hardware leaks, tipped earlier this month that some phone makers are already preparing to test 10,000mAh batteries in mid-range models next year.
That wouldn’t be unusual if the phones were bulky. However, the tipster claims these devices could stay under 8.5mm thick, thinner than many current models with far smaller batteries.
Honor Power 2?
Today, he posted an update saying that one such phone has entered the NPI (New Product Introduction) stage, meaning it’s likely past early prototyping. While the specific model hasn’t been confirmed, commenters on Weibo were quick to suggest it might be the upcoming Honor Power 2.
Honor Power
Honor may also be in the best position to pull this off. Back in April, it introduced a new Power series, starting with the Honor Power, which packed an 8,000mAh Qinghai Lake battery.
The cell uses high-silicon tech with over 10% silicon content and an energy density of 821Wh/L. These are the figures that allowed Honor to keep the size reasonable while pushing capacity. The phone launched in China with a starting price of 1,999 yuan, or 1,699 yuan with government subsidies.
It’s not clear yet when, or if, the 10,000mAh Honor Power 3 will be officially announced. But since the device is now tipped to have entered the NPI stage, it could show up sometime in early 2026.
Xiaomi has launched its latest smart cleaning device — the Mijia Robot Vacuum Mop 5 Pro — a powerful new vacuum designed to make home maintenance easier and smarter than ever. With powerful suction, AI-based object recognition, and a self-cleaning dock, this vacuum aims to take the hassle out of everyday cleaning tasks.
This vacuum mop delivers up to 23,000Pa of suction power and features dual robotic arms for simultaneous sweeping and mopping. It’s equipped with advanced AI and three panoramic cameras that help it recognize over 200 types of objects and 47 different dirt categories, allowing it to clean more efficiently and avoid common obstacles.
Its redesigned base can handle self-cleaning with 80°C ironing, hot-air drying, and re-washing triggered by dirty water detection — all while collecting dust for up to 75 days without manual intervention. The water supply version adds automatic water refills and detergent dispensing for extra convenience.
This vacuum cleaner integrates with Xiaomi’s smart ecosystem via XiaoAi and HyperOS Connect, enabling voice control, app-based cleaning schedules, and the ability to set no-go zones or link up with other smart home devices.
The Mijia 5 Pro comes in two versions: a standard model with a water tank and another with built-in water supply and drainage. Prices start at ¥4,999 (around $695), but discounts on JD.com and additional subsidies for digital home appliances in the home country can bring the price down to as low as ¥3,399 (roughly $473). That makes it one of the more advanced robot vacuums in its price range.
With the Mijia Robot Vacuum Mop 5 Pro, Xiaomi looks to offer an all-in-one solution for modern households looking to upgrade their cleaning routines. Between the AI-powered navigation, powerful suction, and self-maintaining dock, this could be one of the brand’s most complete smart home devices yet.
Samsung is bringing its Android 16-based One UI 8 update to more affordable phones. After debuting with the 7th generation foldables — the Galaxy Z Fold7, Z Flip7, and Z Flip7 FE. The mid-range Galaxy A56 was spotted last month on the company’s test servers running an Android 16-based build.
Now, the software is being tested on budget-friendly models, including the Galaxy F34 and M36 — signaling that Android 16-based One UI 8 is on its way to a wider audience. In addition to appearing on test servers, the latter has also been spotted on Geekbench running the latest Android version.
Internal test builds point to early preparations for a stable rollout. Unlike Samsung’s flagship S25 lineup, which participates in a public beta program, the budget devices are expected to skip betas and jump straight to the final version — a typical move for Samsung.
One UI 8 introduces smarter features like enhanced Live Translate and Circle to Search, paired with a sleeker interface and smoother animations. While Samsung hasn’t confirmed an official timeline, signs point to a possible August release. And with the company now promising up to seven years of software support for many of its phones, even mid-range and budget models stand to benefit from long-term updates. The M36 5G, for instance, is set to receive up to six major Android updates
If all goes smoothly, Galaxy F34 and M36 users may soon enjoy the latest Android features without having to break the bank.
Nothing has started rolling out a new software update for the Phone (3a) series. The update, labeled Nothing OS V3.2-250717-1803, includes several bug fixes, system improvements, and the August security patch. The rollout is happening in stages, so some users may get it later than others.
Nothing Phone (3a) Series – Nothing OS V3.2-250717-1803 Changelog
The update changes the VoNR icon design in the status bar. It also fixes display issues with the Inter font in certain third-party apps. Video playback problems in the Gallery app have been resolved.
Nothing has addressed two Glyph-related issues. One caused the lights to turn on when they shouldn’t. The other made the Flip to Glyph feature stop working in some cases.
The update fixes a system freeze that could happen when plugging in USB headphones. It also solves an issue where certain third-party chargers caused electrical noise while charging.
System stability has been improved overall. The update also includes the latest Android security patch for August.
Nothing Phone (3a) Series – Nothing OS V3.2-250717-1803 Changelog
Nothing warns that the phone may heat up or use more power during the update. This is normal and should go back to usual once the update finishes.
To check for the update or give feedback, go to Settings > System > Feedback on your device.
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BenQ has launched the B7100 Interactive Game Projector in China. It is designed for commercial use in places like retail stores, restaurants, and waiting areas to keep children engaged while adults shop or relax.
The B7100 has a WXGA resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels and a contrast ratio of 12,000:1. It delivers up to 4,000 ISO lumens of brightness, which makes it suitable for use in well-lit spaces. The projector has a short throw ratio of 1.55 to 1.7 and can project a 100-inch image from a distance of 2.4 meters.
It runs on Android and comes with 20 built-in games. These include both fun and educational activities such as a whack-a-mole game. The projector uses an infrared camera to make the games interactive. Players can tap or swipe directly on a regular wall to control the games, without needing a special screen.
BenQ says the projector can be installed on a wall or placed on the floor. The exact size and weight of the unit have not been shared.
The B7100 is now available in China for CNY 7,699, which is around 1,075 US dollars. There is no word yet on when or if it will be released in other regions like North America or Europe.
In other news, BenQ has launched the Zowie XL2586X+ gaming monitor in India for Rs. 94,990 ($1,099). Designed for competitive FPS gamers, it features a 24.1-inch Full HD Fast TN panel with a 600Hz refresh rate (PC) and 120Hz for consoles.
Vivo has listed the Y400 on its Indonesian website, confirming that the official launch is near. This 4G phone features a flat 6.67-inch AMOLED screen with FHD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, 100% DCI-P3 color coverage, and up to 1,800 nits of peak brightness.
The rear camera setup includes a 50MP Sony IMX852 main sensor (1/2.96-inch) and a 2MP depth sensor. It also features Vivo’s Dynamic Light, which works as a notification LED. The phone is under 8mm thick and weighs either 196 or 198 grams, depending on the color. It packs a 6,000mAh battery, and Vivo says it can keep at least 80 percent of its original capacity after 1,600 charging cycles.
The Y400 comes with IP68 and IP69 ratings for water and dust resistance. Vivo says the phone has survived underwater for 30 minutes at a depth of 6 meters, which is beyond the usual test limits.
It will be available in two colors: Purple Dusk and Tropical Green. Pricing, release date, and details about availability outside Indonesia are not yet confirmed.
In other news, In other news, Vivo has confirmed that the Vivo T4R will launch in India on July 31 via Flipkart. The device features a 6.77-inch quad-curved FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It will be powered by the 4nm Dimensity 7400 chipset, offering up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. It sports a 50MP OIS-enabled Sony IMX882 rear camera and a 32MP front camera, both supporting 4K video recording.
Google usually releases a new version of Android around October, but this year, Android 16 has arrived a lot earlier in June. That’s an early treat for Google Pixel users, and this also means your Vivo phone should receive Android 16 faster than usual.
Vivo has been working on Android 16 for months now. It was also part of the Android 16 beta partners list and started offering early access to the software in May. It should be preparing for a stable release very soon. Here, we have compiled every bit of information about the Android 16 upgrade for your Vivo device.
Vivo Android 16 (Funtouch OS 16) release date
Vivo hasn’t announced a release date or rollout timeline for Funtouch OS 16, which will be based on Android 16. However, if past releases are anything to go by, it shouldn’t be more than a few weeks down the line.
Last year, Vivo was the quickest brand to release the Android 16 update to its devices. What’s more surprising was that it released the update even before Google. The Android maker regained its spot this year, but Vivo shouldn’t be a lot behind.
The Chinese brand has already released Android 16 beta for some devices, including the Vivo X200 Pro and iQOO 13. There’ll also be a Funtouch OS 16 beta program before the stable rollout, which will give us a better look at the new features and upgrades.
While we don’t the official roadmap yet, the Android 16 rollout will likely begin with recent high-end phones from Vivo’s X and iQOO’s number series, followed by mid-range lineups, such as Vivo’s V series, T series, and iQOO’s Neo series, and then gradually making its way to the more affordable phones.
Which Vivo devices will get Android 16 and Funtouch OS 16 update?
Vivo hasn’t announced which devices will be upgraded to Android 16-based Funtouch OS 16. So, we had to rely on the software update policy and a little bit of guesswork to prepare the following list.
Vivo devices
Vivo X series
Vivo X Fold 5
Vivo X Fold 3 Pro
Vivo X200, X200 Pro, X200 Ultra, X200 FE, X200 Pro mini, X200s
Please note that this isn’t the final list. We still recommend checking out the official list for the final confirmation. We’ll also update this list as soon as an official announcement is made.
What to expect from Android 16 and Funtouch OS 16?
Google has added numerous features and enhancements to Android 16. Oppo will likely integrate most of them with its own custom touches. One of the standout additions is Android Protection, an array of security features that’s designed to protect users from online attacks, harmful apps, unsafe websites, scam calls, and other online threats.
The Android 16 upgrade could also bring Live Updates, which is nothing but Google’s version of iPhone’s Live Activities. This feature supports ride-sharing and food delivery apps. It shows the information on the lock screen and in the notification panel. A deeper integration with support for always-on display and floating window could come as a part of the next release.
Additionally, the update could bring the Notification Cooldown feature that lowers the volume and minimizes alerts when you receive multiple notifications from the same app in quick succession. For tablets and large-screen devices, there will be a new Desktop Windowing feature that offers a desktop-like multitasking experience, allowing users to open, group, and resize multiple app windows.
We’re also expecting new AI tools and upgrades to the existing AI features. On top of that, Funtouch OS 16 could offer new features, visual tweaks, more customizations, new widgets, and new clock styles. We’ll have a better look at the upcoming features and upgrades once the Funtouch OS 16 beta goes live.
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In recent years, a strange and frustrating issue has swept through the smartphone world: a single vertical green line appearing out of nowhere on high-end phones, especially those with OLED screens.
It all seemed to begin around 2020, with reports surfacing from users of devices like the Samsung Galaxy S20 series, OnePlus 8 and 9 Pros, and even the iPhone X. Over time, the issue snowballed.
By the time we reached the Galaxy S21 Ultra era, vertical neon lines, especially green ones, had become a widespread headache. Today, even as we step into the age of the Galaxy S25 and OnePlus 13, these bright, thin stripes haven’t gone away.
Green is the most common, but pink, white, and even purple lines have joined the party, leaving many users asking the same thing: what’s going on with our screens?
To grasp the root cause, it helps to understand how OLED displays work. Unlike LCDs, which rely on a backlight, OLED panels use millions of tiny self-emissive pixels, each controlled by thin-film transistors (TFTs) and delicate circuitry. When even one transistor fails, the results can be dramatic. For instance, if a green sub-pixel column locks itself in the “on” state, it can light up a perfect vertical stripe of green across your display. This isn’t a software glitch; it’s a physical defect.
Most experts agree that these lines are the symptom of a hardware-level failure. In many cases, it’s due to a bad solder joint, a weak display connector, or a flaw in the panel itself that only surfaces after months of use. In other cases, heat plays a role; literal thermal stress from charging, gaming, or even installing a software update can push an already vulnerable component over the edge.
Ironically, one of the biggest triggers for green lines appears to be software updates. Countless users have reported their displays failing right after an OTA update. However, the correlation is likely circumstantial. Updates stress the system, require reboots, recalibrate display drivers, and can briefly spike internal temperatures. If your OLED panel is on the brink, this may be enough to cause visible damage. The issue is not the update itself but the stress test it represents.
2. Which Phones Are Affected?
The list is long. Samsung’s Galaxy S20, S21, and S22 series are some of the most widely affected. The S20+ and Note 20 Ultra became poster children for the issue, with Reddit threads and Samsung forums flooded by users posting their glowing green stripes.
OnePlus phones, particularly the 8T, 9R, and 9 Pro, also saw widespread failures, enough for the company to launch a lifetime display warranty in India. Even Apple wasn’t immune: some early iPhone X units suffered from a “green line of death,” although Apple quickly treated it as a hardware defect and offered replacements under warranty.
The issue isn’t exclusive to a single brand or region. Pixel 6 users, Oppo and Vivo users, and even some Xiaomi owners have spotted similar problems. What they all share is the same core ingredient: an OLED screen.
3. Manufacturing Defects
Another possible culprit is inconsistency in manufacturing. Some batches of OLED panels may be more prone to failure than others, especially as companies push for thinner displays, tighter bezels, and higher refresh rates.
Any small defect during production, whether it’s a hairline crack in the circuitry or a slightly misaligned flex cable, can manifest months later as a bright, unwelcome line.
There’s also some evidence that climate plays a role. Reports tend to spike in regions with high heat and humidity, such as India and Southeast Asia. OLED panels are sensitive to both moisture and thermal cycling, so extended exposure to harsh environments could accelerate wear and tear.
4. What Can You Do About It?
Here’s the tough part: there’s no software fix. If your phone develops a green line, it’s almost always permanent, and the only real solution is a full screen replacement.
Some manufacturers have stepped up. Samsung has offered free display replacements for affected Galaxy models in India, and OnePlus’s lifetime warranty program in some regions covers the issue regardless of warranty status. But these remedies aren’t universal, and many users are left navigating support channels on their own.
The green line epidemic has become a wake-up call for the industry. As OLED continues to define the visual experience on smartphones, manufacturers are now under pressure to ensure long-term reliability, not just vibrant colors on day one.
Some reports suggest that newer AMOLED panels being produced from 2024 onward include design changes to minimize this type of failure. Still, that’s cold comfort for users already stuck with a bright green stripe running through their screen.
At this point, all you can really do is hope your display stays intact.
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It’s been over two months since Samsung launched the Galaxy S25 Edge, its boldest take on a flagship in years, and arguably its most polarizing. While the S25 Ultra remains the no-compromise choice for power users, the Edge variant dares to ask: what if a high-end phone didn’t have to be bulky? What if design came first?
The S25 Edge isn’t trying to be a ‘Lite’ version of the S25. Instead, it’s carving out a lane that doesn’t really exist in the modern flagship market, ultra-thin, ultra-light, yet not afraid to carry the same 200MP camera and premium build credentials as its chunkier siblings. After two months in the wild, it’s becoming clearer where this phone shines and where it doesn’t.
At just 5.8mm thick and 163 grams, the Galaxy S25 Edge feels like the antithesis of what most 2025 flagships have become: heavy, camera-heavy slabs. Samsung’s use of a titanium frame and Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 brings durability without adding heft, and the result is a phone that feels… almost too light.
That extreme slimness, however, isn’t just a cosmetic flourish; it defines the entire experience. Whether you’re binge-watching videos or scrolling for hours, fatigue is virtually non-existent. But this pursuit of sleekness comes with some unavoidable trade-offs.
2. Thinner Profile, Thinner Battery
Here’s the reality: you can’t have a 5.8mm phone with a 5,000mAh battery. The S25 Edge makes do with a 3,900mAh cell, and while software optimizations in One UI 7 help stretch it through a day for moderate users, it’s far from endurance-class. Most reviews agree: if you’re a heavy user, you’ll need to top up before day’s end.
Worse still, charging speeds haven’t kept up with rivals. At 25W wired and 15W wireless, the Edge’s charging profile feels dated compared to phones like the Xiaomi 15 or OnePlus 13, which offer much faster refills. In 2025, that’s starting to matter more.
3. Flagship Performance, Not for Power Users
Under the hood, the S25 Edge shares the same Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy as its siblings, and in short bursts, it flies. General usage, multitasking, and even gaming all run without a hitch, until they don’t. Thermal throttling sets in relatively quickly under sustained load. The broader (but thinner) vapor chamber helps, but it can’t work miracles in a chassis this slim.
This is not the phone you want for hour-long gaming sessions or recording lengthy 8K videos. But for most users who aren’t pushing their phones to the edge, performance remains excellent.
4. Flagship Camera Without the Zoom
Let’s talk cameras. The S25 Edge sports the same 200MP main sensor as the S25 Ultra, and in good light, it’s phenomenal. Low-light performance has improved meaningfully over last-gen flagships, and video quality holds its own against the iPhone 16 Pro.
The 12MP ultra-wide sensor also pulls double duty as a macro shooter and is… fine. But the real elephant in the room is the lack of a telephoto lens. There’s no periscope, no dedicated zoom optics. You get a clean 2x crop from the main sensor and some digital interpolation beyond that. For most casual users, that might be enough. But for flagship buyers who care about zoom, this will likely be a dealbreaker.
5. Software and AI
Running Android 15 with One UI 7, the Galaxy S25 Edge benefits from Samsung’s latest generative AI efforts. Features like Sketch to Image and Audio Eraser aren’t just gimmicks; they work well and are actually useful. The Galaxy AI suite feels more integrated than it did at launch, and with Samsung committing to seven years of OS and security updates, this phone’s longevity is locked in.
6. So Who Is the S25 Edge Really For?
It’s not a question of performance, display, or software. It’s a question of priorities. The S25 Edge doesn’t aim to be the most powerful phone, nor the best camera phone, nor the longest-lasting. It aims to be something most flagships have forgotten how to be: elegant.
And in doing that, it becomes niche by design. For users who are tired of oversized phones and don’t need insane zoom or gaming-grade thermals, the Galaxy S25 Edge feels almost luxurious. But for power users, camera nerds, or anyone who lives on their phone, the compromises might be too steep.
After two months, the verdict is clearer: the Galaxy S25 Edge isn’t the best phone you can buy. But it just might be the best phone for someone who’s tired of what “flagship” has come to mean.
Haier has announced the launch of its premium F9 front-loading washing machine series in India. The new series features India’s first AI Colour Touch Panel, AI One Touch technology, and a large 525 mm Super Drum designed for better fabric care and deeper cleaning. Aimed at addressing the unique needs of modern Indian households, the F9 series blends advanced functionality with intuitive design.
Haier F9 key features
Haier F9 washing machine
Manufactured at Haier’s Greater Noida facility, the Haier F9 series introduces India’s first AI colour touch panel. This touchscreen interface makes it easier to select wash programs, offering a more intuitive experience. With AI One Touch Technology at its core, the machine automatically senses load size, fabric type, and dirt level to optimize the wash cycle, ensuring efficiency and convenience with a single tap.
Key components include the Direct Motion Motor, engineered for quieter and more durable operation. The AI Direct Motion Pro mode offers stronger performance for larger loads with minimal noise. The 525 mm Super Drum with a pillow-shaped design allows for better fabric care and deeper cleaning, especially suitable for heavier Indian garments.
Additional hygiene-focused features include PuriStream water purification, dual spray cleaning, anti-bacterial treatment inside the drum, and high-speed 1400 RPM spin for faster drying. The AI Dynamic Balance System (AI-DBS) keeps vibrations low by correcting load imbalances during the cycle, maintaining stability even at high speeds.
Haier F9 prrice and availability
the F9 series supports the ‘Make in India’ initiative. The model HW120-DM14F9BKU1 comes with a 12 kg load capacity and includes a 5-year comprehensive warranty and a 20-year warranty on the motor. Priced at Rs 59,990, it is now available at major retail stores and online platforms across India.
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Canon marks a key milestone this year as its iconic EOS 5 interchangeable-lens digital camera series turns 20. According to Canon, the series has consistently pushed boundaries with advancements tailored to both professionals and serious hobbyists. Here’s a look at the journey and milestones of this long-standing camera line.
20 years of the EOS 5 camera series
Canon celebrates 20 years of the EOS 5 camera series
Canon introduced the EOS 5D in September 2005, a DSLR aimed at advanced users. It was Canon’s first non-professional camera to feature a full-frame CMOS sensor, a move that made full-frame photography more accessible. Over the years, the company rolled out eight models under the EOS 5 series until June 2025. These models brought noticeable improvements in image quality, sensitivity, and shooting versatility.
A major shift came in 2008 with the EOS 5D Mark II, which allowed users to shoot full-HD videos—a capability that helped define DSLR videography. Then came the EOS 5D Mark III in 2012, offering better autofocus and shooting speed. In 2015, Canon raised the bar with the EOS 5Ds and 5Ds R, packing an impressive 50.6-megapixel resolution—then the highest among full-frame DSLRs.
In July 2020, Canon carried the “5” branding into its mirrorless EOS R lineup with the EOS R5. It featured 8K video recording and a high-performance image processor, redefining mirrorless camera standards. Its successor, the EOS R5 Mark II, launched in August 2024, further improved both video and still photography through a newly developed image system and deep learning integration.
Samsung is changing how it rolls out software updates for its flagship smartphones, with a new strategy that separates major One UI versions from feature-packed updates—depending on whether you use a Galaxy S or a Galaxy Z device.
After a delayed One UI 7 rollout earlier this year, the company has reportedly decided to streamline its update timeline. Instead of bringing major Android and One UI updates to its S series first, Samsung will now time its biggest software launches with its mid-year foldables. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S lineup—typically launched in January—will continue to receive substantial updates, but through the x.5 versions of One UI.
Going forward, Samsung plans to align its foldable launches with Google’s major Android releases—meaning the Z Fold8 will debut with Android 17 next July, just as the Z Fold7 launched with Android 16.
The Galaxy S series, on the other hand, will stick to launching in January or February with an Android version from the previous year, but will get a much more refined and feature-rich One UI x.5 build in return.
So, what does that mean for users?
If you’re picking up the next Galaxy S phone—like the upcoming S26—you may not get the newest Android version on a Galaxy, but you will see meaningful upgrades through One UI x.5 build. These updates are expected to pack powerful AI features and various performance and design optimizations. Foldables, in contrast, will focus more on changes tailored for large inner displays and the FlexHinge experience.
Despite the shift in update timing, Samsung’s seven-year software commitment still stands. Both the Galaxy S and Z series will continue to receive Android upgrades through 2032, ensuring long-term support for users no matter which device they choose.
Samsung’s latest software, One UI 8, rolled out with the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Z Flip7, brings the polish of Android 16—but also a concerning change for power users. It appears Samsung may be quietly locking down bootloader access, raising questions about the future of customization on Galaxy devices.
Early testers have noticed that the “OEM Unlocking” option, which allows users to unlock the bootloader, is missing on both the Galaxy S25 Ultra beta build and pre-installed software on the Z Fold7 and Z Flip7. One user from East Africa confirmed the toggle was nowhere to be found on their retail Fold7.
Digging deeper, XDA Developers discovered a line in the firmware—androidboot.other.locked=1—which suggests that Samsung could be hiding the unlock option by default, even in regions where it was previously allowed. This marks a shift from earlier practices, where bootloader unlocking was only restricted in the US.
For most Galaxy users, this change may go unnoticed. But for the enthusiast community—those who root their phones, flash custom ROMs, or tweak kernels—it’s a big deal. Custom ROMs have long been a lifeline for older Galaxy devices, breathing new life into aging hardware and extending usability without compromising on security. You’ve probably seen a Galaxy S7 or S8 running Android 15-based One UI 7 in the wild. Unfortunately, that kind of opportunity seems to be coming to an end with this latest One UI version.
It’s unclear whether older devices, such as the Galaxy S23 series, will be affected when they receive One UI 8. So far, they remain unaffected, but concern is growing that Samsung could extend the restriction to more phones in future updates.
Samsung hasn’t officially commented yet. But the move mirrors similar restrictions seen from other manufacturers and may signal a broader industry trend. While developers and modders may still find ways around the block through custom kernels or firmware patches, for now, Galaxy fans who value deep customization have reason to be uneasy.
Whether this is a permanent policy or just part of the beta stage remains to be seen—but one thing is clear: Samsung’s One UI 8 has stirred the pot in the Android modding scene.
UCLA scientists may have just cracked the code for the next big leap in smartphone technology. In a discovery that could reshape how chips are made, researchers have figured out a way to build semiconductors that use electron spin—not just charge—to run faster and cooler. The result? Future phones and laptops could be thinner, run cooler, and last longer on a single charge.
Samsung Foundry (Image: Samsung)
This breakthrough focuses on “spintronics,” a next-gen approach to electronics that taps into the natural magnetic properties of electrons. Traditional chips rely on electric current, which creates heat and wastes energy. But spintronics flips the script by using the direction of electron spin to process information with far less energy loss.
Until now, one of the biggest challenges was how to make semiconductors that were magnetic enough to be useful. UCLA’s research team solved that by stacking atom-thin layers of semiconductors with magnetic atoms, boosting magnetic concentration to an unprecedented 50%—ten times higher than what was possible before. According to the university, this method has already produced over 20 new materials and is currently being patented.
Beyond powering consumer electronics more efficiently, this breakthrough could also help reduce the massive energy and water consumption of AI data centers, which are increasingly criticized for their environmental impact.
With better magnetic semiconductors, quantum computers may no longer need extreme cold to operate—bringing them one step closer to real-world use. And because the chips themselves could be made smaller, laptops and devices could shrink in size while gaining even more power under the hood.
It’ll be a few years before we see this tech inside consumer gadgets, but the promise is clear: smaller, greener, and far more capable devices—all thanks to a clever twist on how electrons behave.
To learn more about the research, head to UCLA Newsroom.
As usual, Apple is expected to unveil the all-new iPhone 17 series this September. But this time, the Pro models might bring some of the biggest changes we’ve seen in years, including a redesigned body, support for 8x optical zoom, and two dedicated camera control buttons.
Now, someone might’ve just spotted the iPhone 17 Pro out in the real world. A user on X (formerly Twitter) shared a couple of photos of a man holding a pair of iPhones. And the one wrapped in a black case is believed to be the alleged iPhone 17 Pro.
iPhone 17 Pro poses for the camera wrapped in a case
Interestingly, while the original poster isn’t known for leaking Apple hardware, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reposted the tweet, saying, “This looks legit.” And honestly, there are a few reasons to believe it might be.
Alleged iPhone 17 Pro in the wild matches what we have heard
For starters, the device in question appears to have a wide, horizontal camera bar that stretches across the back, something we’ve heard in multiple leaks already. The left side of the bar is expected to house the three camera lenses, while the right side may include the LED flash, LiDAR scanner, and a rear microphone, all vertically aligned.
Alleged iPhone 17 Pro from the front (right)
The black case on the supposed iPhone 17 Pro also shows cutouts that match this layout, lending more weight to the leak.
MacRumorspoints out another interesting detail. The second phone in the man’s hand seems to be an iPhone 16 Pro with a sticker on the back. That sticker likely hides a data matrix code that Apple uses to track development units used internally. If true, this could mean the person in the image is actually an Apple employee testing unreleased hardware.
Still, the original source isn’t a regular leaker, so it’s best to take all of this with a grain of salt.
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Motorola’s next budget phone might be just around the corner. A leak from tech publication XpertPick has revealed the upcoming Moto G06 ahead of its official debut, thanks to a listing spotted on a European retailer’s website.
According to the listing from Italian retailer Epto, the Moto G06 will come in two configurations: 4GB of RAM paired with either 64GB or 256GB of storage. The base model is priced at €122.90, while the higher-capacity version will retail for €169.90.
Moto G06 brings Pantone-certified colors
As for the color options, Motorola is teaming up with Pantone again to offer some striking design options. The phone will reportedly be available in Arabesque (a soft lavender), Tapestry (a warm rose hue), and Tendril (a fresh green tone) shades. For a phone at this price point, Pantone-certified colorways are a rare design flex.
While the listing doesn’t reveal other specs, we can look to last year’s Moto G05 for some clues. That model featured a 6.67-inch HD+ IPS LCD panel with a 90Hz refresh rate, the Helio G81 Extreme chipset, and a 5,200mAh battery with 18W charging.
It also packed a 50MP main camera, an 8MP front camera, and staples like a side-mounted fingerprint reader, microSD card slot, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Whether the G06 sticks with a similar formula or brings upgrades is still unclear, but the early leak suggests Motorola is sticking to its budget-friendly strategy, with a focus on storage and aesthetics.
We’ll have to wait for an official announcement to see what else the Moto G06 has in store.
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