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Oppo Find X8 Mini with new alert button & 6.3″ display may launch alongside Find X8 Ultra in March

A fresh leak has revealed interesting details regarding an upcoming Oppo flagship smartphone that will have a compact form factor. The Find X8 Mini has just been spotted in a fresh leak that confirmed some of its key specs and its rumored launch timeline as well. So here are all the details.

Oppo Find X8 Mini: Compact Display with a new Alert button

Oppo Find X8 Mini

In a recent leak, it was revealed that the Chinese tech giant might be planning on ditching the iconic Alert Slider entirely, in favor of a new remappable button like the Action button found on the latest iPhones. This new alert button is reportedly also making its way to the Find X8 Mini as well. The Find X8 Ultra leak from known tipster Digital Chat Station also revealed that the Find X8 Mini might launch alongside this top end flagship.

Oppo Find X8 Mini

In other words, we can expect the small premium device to debut sometime in March 2025. A separate more recent leak from DCS revealed more details regarding its specifications. The Find X8 Mini could sport a 6.3-inch LTPO flat OLED display with a 1.5K resolution, and narrow bezels on all sides on the front. Meanwhile, the rear pack pack a 50MP ultra slim periscope telephoto shooter to keep the device thin.

Oppo Find X8 Pro
Oppo Find X8 Pro

Other notable features include a short focus optical fingerprint scanner, wireless fast charging support, and a three stage alert button that is replacing the Alert Slider. Keep in mind that this is still just speculation at this point so take this report with a pinch of salt and stay tuned for more.

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Samsung Galaxy F06 5G Indian launch date confirmed, Key Specifications also revealed

Samsung has confirmed that the Galaxy F06 5G will launch in India on February 12. As part of the company’s F series, the smartphone will be a budget-friendly 5G option priced under Rs. 10,000. Key specifications include a 6.7-inch HD+ display and a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC. The device supports 12 5G bands, ensuring wide network compatibility.

The Galaxy F06 5G features a dual rear camera setup with a 50MP primary sensor and a 2MP secondary sensor. The front camera is an 8MP unit for selfies and video calls. Other features include a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and voice focus technology. The phone is powered by a 5000mAh battery with 25W fast charging support. Samsung has confirmed four operating system updates and four years of security updates.

The design includes flat sides and a notch display. The model, designated SM-E066B/DS, appears on the Samsung India support page. Promotional material highlights the dual rear camera setup and notch display. The device is positioned as a combination of performance and style.

The Galaxy F06 5G will be available in Bahama Blue and Lit Violet. It will come in 4GB and 6GB RAM variants with corresponding storage options. Although the pricing details are still under wraps, its predecessor, the Galaxy F05 launched for INR 8,000, so we expect the F06 to also debut as a sub-10K device.

Samsung will sell the Galaxy F06 5G through Flipkart, the Samsung India online store, and select offline retail outlets. More details are expected in the coming days.

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5 reasons why Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) is better than 2024’s Moto G Power 5G

Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) vs Moto G Power 5G (2024)
Moto G Stylus 5G (2024)

Motorola continues to dominate the budget smartphone space with its affordable Moto G Stylus and Moto G Power phones. The two lineups bring solid smartphones, such as Moto G Stylus (2024) and Moto G Power 5G (2024), that focus on affordability without compromising on essential features. While both devices offer solid features for their price, the Moto G Stylus 5G stands out as the more well-rounded option.

The Moto G Stylus 5G (2024), as the name suggests, brings a clear advantage in terms of stylus support that will benefit people who love taking handwritten notes or sketching on the go. Besides that, it brings some key advantages over its power sibling. Here are the six strong reasons to pick the Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) over the Moto G Power 5G (2024).

Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) vs Moto G Power 5G (2024) design

1. The power of stylus

One of the biggest reasons to choose the Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) over the Moto G Power 5G (2024) is right in the name—the built-in stylus. Having a stylus smartphone not only separates you from the crowd but also adds a whole new level of functionality, such as taking quick notes, marking up documents, or sketching. It also improves touch accuracy and overall usability.

Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) stylus

Motorola has also been improving the stylus experience to make it more intuitive and responsive, making tasks like writing, drawing, and even navigating the UI smoother and more enjoyable.

2. Premium design featuring a high-quality screen

The Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) has a more premium design. The camera doesn’t look separated but blends into the side rail, improving its aesthetics. It looks more premium with slim bezels on the front and a smaller section for the selfie camera.

Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) vs Moto G Power 5G (2024) - display

Beyond looks, the Moto G Stylus 5G excels in display quality. It brings a P-OLED screen, which is superior to the IPS LCD on the Moto G Power 5G. The screen sizes and resolutions remain the same on both devices, but the Stylus phone benefits from a higher screen-to-body ratio.

3. Stronger performance

The performance battle also goes into the favor of Moto G Stylus 5G (2024), thanks to Snapdragon 6 Gen 1. This Qualcomm chip is marginally better than Dimensity 7020, that’s present inside the Moto G Power 5G (2024).

Both devices smoothly handle everyday tasks like texting, browsing the internet, and scrolling social media. However, the performance may fall short when playing games like Genshin Impact and Diablo Immortal, though they can handle casual gaming. For more details, see the comparison between the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 and Dimensity 7020.

Here are AnTuTu and Geekbench results of these Moto phones:

AnTuTu (v10) results:

Moto G Stylus 5G (2024)Moto G Power 5G (2024)
AnTuTu score552,164468,343
CPU196,612154,841
GPU93,73678,374
Memory118,417105,305
UX143,399129,823

Geekbench (v6) results:

Moto G Stylus 5G (2024)Moto G Power 5G (2024)
Single core925879
Multi core2,6522,356

4. Capture more detailed shots

The two Moto G phones have dual rear cameras, led by a 50MP primary shooter. But there are some major differences you should care about. The 50MP primary camera on the Stylus model has Quad PDAF, while the Power model has PDAF. This gives the Moto G Stylus 5G better-focusing capabilities, resulting in better motion shots.

Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) vs Moto G Power 5G (2024) - camera

The higher-resolution ultrawide camera on the Moto G Stylus 5G is another advantage. Plus, the extended field of view makes it more appealing for group shots. The selfie camera is also better on the Stylus model as it’s 2x the resolution of Moto G Power’s selfie camera.

With the Power model, you can record videos at up to 1080p resolution. However, the Moto G Stylus 5G supports 4K/30fps video recording with all three rear cameras. The selfie camera can also record 4K videos.

5. Better unlocking experience

Budget phones generally have a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, while more pricier phones get an in-display fingerprint sensor. While both work fast, the latter gives a premium feel and is easy to use. In our case, the Moto G Power 5G (2024) has a fingerprint scanner attached to the side/power button, while the Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) offers an in-display fingerprint sensor.

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Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) vs Moto G Power 5G (2024): which one should you buy?

The Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) is a clear winner. It has got a better display and design, a slightly more powerful processor, and better cameras (with higher-resolution video recording). On top of everything, there’s a built-in stylus that adds a whole new level of functionality, such as taking quick notes, marking up documents, or sketching.

The Moto G Power 5G (2024) isn’t bad either. If the stylus is of no use to you and you’re okay with the cameras, the Power model might make more sense, and it’ll save you some money, too. The Moto G Power 5G (2024) is currently priced at $180, and the Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) is $250.

Moto G Stylus 5G (2024)Moto G Power 5G (2024)
Release dateMay 30, 2024March 22, 2024
Dimensions
Weight
162.6 x 74.8 x 8.3 mm
201 g
167.2 x 76.4 x 8.5 mm
190 g
Display6.7″ P-OLED
1080 x 2400 pixels resolution
120Hz refresh rate
6.7″ IPS LCD
1080 x 2400 pixels resolution
120Hz refresh rate
ProcessorSnapdragon 6 Gen 1Dimensity 7020
Rear camera50MP (primary) – f/1.8, Quad PDAF, OIS
13MP (ultrawide) – f/2.2, 120° FOV
video: 4K/30fps, 1080p/60fps
50MP (primary) – f/1.8, PDAF, OIS
13MP (ultrawide) – f/2.2, 118° FOV
video: 1080p/60fps
Front camera32MP (wide) – f/2.4
video: 4K/30fps, 1080p/60fps
16MP (wide) – f/2.4
video: 1080p/60fps
Battery
Charging
5,000mAh
30W (wired charging)
15W (wireless charging)
5,000mAh
30W (wired charging)
15W (wireless charging)
ConnectivityWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.1
USB Type-C 2.0
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.3
USB Type-C 2.0
MiscStereo speakers
under-display fingerprint scanner
Stereo speakers
side fingerprint scanner

Redmi A5 / POCO C71 greenlit to launch in India by regulators

Xiaomi’s upcoming budget smartphone, the Redmi A5, has cleared India’s BIS certification (model 25028RN03I), alongside its rebranded variant POCO C71 (25028PC03I), signaling an imminent launch in the Indian market this month. The devices, previously mistaken for Redmi 14 4G and POCO M7 4G, have also secured FCC and EEC certifications, confirming their global rollout plans.

Unlike the Redmi A4 5G, the Redmi A5 is anticipated to offer 4G connectivity, Wi-Fi 5 with dual-band support, Bluetooth, and optional NFC, and run on Android 15 with HyperOS 2.0. Storage configurations are likely to include 3GB/64GB, 4GB/64GB, 4GB/128GB, and 6GB/128GB variants.

The Redmi A4 5G featured a 6.88-inch LCD with a 120Hz refresh rate, HD+ resolution, and a Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 processor. It housed a 50MP primary rear camera, a 5MP front camera, and a 5,160mAh battery supporting 18W fast charging. The device also included a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, 3.5mm headphone jack, FM Radio, and ran on Android 14 with HyperOS.

Given these specifications, the Redmi A5 is expected to maintain a similar display size and refresh rate, possibly with a downgrade in processing power. The camera capabilities are expected to remain the same or receive a minor upgrade. As a rebrand of the Redmi A5, the POCO C71 is also anticipated to share these features.

In other news, Realme is set to launch the C75x in Malaysia after its C75 debut in Vietnam. The phone, spotted in Malaysia’s SIRIM database, features an IP69 rating for durability and a 5,600mAh battery. It upgrades to a 120Hz display but retains a flat design. While the chipset remains unknown, it will offer 8GB RAM (expandable to 24GB) and 128GB storage.

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Oppo Watch X2 to launch alongside the Find N5 on Feb 20, Full design revealed in new teaser

Oppo just recently confirmed the launch date of its next gen premium foldable phone. The Find N5 model is set to debut in the brand’s home market of China on 20th February 2025. But this foldable phone isn’t alone, as it is confirmed to launch along with the new Oppo Watch X2 as well. So here are all the details.

Oppo Watch X2 Launch Date

The Chinese tech giant is set to launch its latest flagship smartphone in China on February 20 as well. When announcing its launch date, Oppo also shared an official first look at the device in a teaser image poster. This teaser revealed its full design, showcasing a round dial and display that is in line with our previous reports.

Oppo Watch X2
Oppo Watch X2

As of right now, the Oppo Find N5 and Watch X2 are also listed for pre-orders in the Chinese market. There is also a chance that this smartwatch model could be released globally as a rebranded OnePlus Watch 3 Pro. Based on what we know so far, the Oppo Watch X2 will feature a titanium bezel with teasers showcasing at least three colors options with matching straps. This includes a Silver, Blue, and Black variant.

The upcoming Oppo Watch X2 will launch with support for hypertension risk reminder function, ECG heart rate tracking, wrist temperature mapping, and various other health and sports monitoring. The smartwatch is expected to arrive in a 46mm size with an OLED display, eSIM support, around 648mAh battery pack with 10W fast charging, GPS, NFC, 5ATM, and an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance. This is all the information we have at the moment, so stick around for more.

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Nubia Z70 Ultra could run DeepSeek on-device

Samsung launched its latest flagship with the entire focus on new or improved AI features. Now the Chinese smartphone makers are also trying to catch up or surpass Samsung in the AI race, thanks to China’s DeepSeek. Several OEMs including Huawei, Honor, and Oppo have already been reported collaborating with DeepSeek to make their AI assistants smarter and more capable. Now Nubia has also announced their collaboration with DeepSeek.

deepseek

For those unfamiliar, DeepSeek not only showcases China’s progress in the field of AI, but it’s the biggest shake-up in the field since OpenAI’s launch of ChatGPT. DeepSeek is more efficient to operate (this is significant because big tech giants were already building nuclear power plants to power their AI servers) outperforms OpenAI’s GPT-4o in benchmarks and is open source, meaning anyone can use it.

Nubia to integrate DeepSeek in its Nebula AIOS

According to Nubia President Ni Fei (via ITHome), the company is aiming for a deeper integration of DeepSeek within its UI skin. The company has been increasingly focusing on AI integration for its phones and this collaboration might be a big step in the right direction. The official suggests that unlike other OEMs collaborating with DeepSeek, Nubia is going to “deeply embed DeepSeek into the system” which will reportedly utilize the full-scale 671 billion parameters.

Nubia Z70 Ultra
Nubia Z70 Ultra

It seems like the company is looking to run the model on-device, which has a number of benefits such as no internet requirement and data privacy.

The latest flagship, the Nubia Z70 Ultra, is going to be the first to benefit from the DeepSeek integration, and the development is already in progress. This phone packs the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, a 6150mAh Si/C battery, and supports 80W charging.

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The 4 Most Anticipated Smartphones of February 2025

Several smartphones are expected to launch in February. However, we are only excited about some of them.

One of these devices is the most anticipated foldable of 2025. Another one is an annual Ultra phone from a popular Chinese brand.

The remaining models are mid-rangers. One of them is performance-focused, while the other is camera and design-oriented.

Let’s take a look at these products.

Upcoming Smartphones February 2025

1. Oppo Find N5

Oppo Find N5 live shot

Oppo is gearing up to debut its 4th book-style foldable smartphone. The device is officially called Oppo Find N5 and it will succeed the Oppo Find N3 from late 2023.

As the new model is arriving more than a year after its predecessor, it will pack some serious upgrades. Thanks to official teasers and unofficial leaks, we know a lot about this product.

For starters, it will launch as the world’s thinnest foldable. It will be about as thin as the USB Type-C port when unfolded.

Despite its thinness, the phone is expected to house a large 5,700mAh battery. On top of that, it will support 80W wired and 50W wireless charging standards.

The Find N5 will come with not one but three IP ratings, namely IPX6, IPX8, and IPX9. Lastly, it is rumored to feature a 7-core variant of Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chip.

2. Xiaomi 15 Ultra

Xiaomi-15-Ultra-hands-on

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra will be the company’s 6th Ultra smartphone. It will be more of a yearly upgrade model.

The device will retain the giant circular module from its forerunners, however, the sensors will be arranged differently. The quad-camera setup will include a 50MP Sony LYT-900 primary sensor, a 50MP Samsung JN5 ultrawide unit, a 50MP Sony IMX858 3x telephoto snapper, and a 200 Samsung HP9 4.3x periscope telephoto shooter.

It will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC. Under the hood, it is expected to pack a 6,000mAh battery and support 90W wired as well as 50W wireless charging standards.

3. iQOO Neo 10R

iQOO Neo 10R 5G
iQOO Neo 10R

The iQOO Neo 10R will be the latest mid-range powerhouse from the brand for India. It will house a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset and is expected to start at around ₹30,000 in the country.

The handset is tipped to draw energy from a 6,400mAh battery. It is said to come with a 50MP Sony LYT-600 primary camera and an 8MP ultrawide unit.

Other anticipated features include a 1.5K 144Hz OLED display, up to 12GB + 256GB memory configuration, and Funtouch OS 15 based on Android 15.

4. Vivo V50

Vivo V50
Vivo V50

The Vivo V50 is set to arrive alone this time around. The ‘Pro’ model is expected to be released sometime later.

The device is said to be a modified version of the Vivo S20. However, unlike the S20, the V50 will have Zeiss cameras.

The handset is anticipated to feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chip and a 6,000mAh battery. Despite a large-sized battery, the product may have a thickness of just 7.2mm.

The phone will sport three 50MP cameras: two on the rear (wide + ultrawide) and one on the front (with autofocus). Lasty, it will flaunt a 6.67-inch 1.5K 120Hz micro-curved OLED display.

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Redmi Turbo 4 Pro to pack a massive 6.8x” 1.5k display: speculates DCS

Xiaomi is reportedly working on a Snapdragon 8s Elite-powered midrange device, which packs a 6.8x” large 1.5K LTPS display. The news comes from well-known Weibo tipster Digital Chat Station, who previously hinted the presence of a Xiaomi phone with the chip and a massive 7410mAh battery.

Redmi Turbo 4 Pro specs (rumored)

He now reveals that the phone comes with a flat display design and the bezels are extremely narrow and symmetrical. For those wondering, an LTPS panel can switch between 60Hz and 120Hz to balance smoothness and power consumption based on the type of content that’s being played. Notably, it’s different from LTPO panels that support true variable refresh rates and is used in flagship devices. The middle frame and back panel could be made of metal and glass respectively, suggests the tipster.

Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 4
Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 4

According to previous reports, it could be the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro. Redmi launched the Turbo 4 in January this year, which has a flat display and nearly symmetrical bezels.

Both the Redmi Turbo 4 and Turbo 3 came with a dual camera setup on the back, and the Turbo 4 Pro is also rumored to retain the 50MP + 8MP rear camera setup. The main sensor could be the 1/1.95″ Sony Lytia LYT-600, which is also a part of the Snapdragon 8s Elite-powered iQOO Neo 10R.

As for the UI experience, the Xiaomi phone will likely come with HyperOS 2.0 out-of-the-box. The phone is expected to launch in April this year, following the launch timeline of the Turbo 3.

While details about the Pro model are still scarce, we can refer to the base model to get an idea of what to expect. The Turbo 4 comes with an IP68 dust and water resistance rating, reaches 1400 nits in direct sunlight, and 3200 nits in peak brightness mode. It packs UFS 4.0 storage for faster app loading, which will likely be the case for the Pr model as well. The Turbo 4 supports 90W fast charging.

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Oppo Find N5 RAM, storage variants revealed; Global launch date confirmed

The Oppo Find N5 is all set to go official on Feb. 20 in China. The pre-order listing of the phone, which has been available for the past few days on Oppo China’s website as well as retail platforms like JD.com, has revealed new details. The updated pages confirm the RAM and storage variants of the N5.

Oppo Find N5 configurations revealed

Oppo Find N5 configurations
Oppo Find N5 configurations

Shown above is a screenshot of the Oppo Find N5’s pre-order listing from Oppo China’s website. It confirms that the device will be sold in three variants: 12GB+256GB, 16GB+512GB, and 16GB+1TB. The topmost variant will support satellite connectivity.

The Find N5 will be sold in Satin Black, Jade White, and Dusk Purple shades in China. The purple variant has a leather back, whereas the remaining two feature a glass back.

The key specifications of the Find N5 include an 8.12-inch internal foldable screen, a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, a 5,600mAh battery with 80W wired and 50W wireless charging, a 50-megapixel triple camera unit, and an IPX8-rated chassis. The device has a titanium build with a slim profile of 9.2mm in the folded state and around 4.6mm in the unfolded state.

Oppo Find N5 global launch date

Oppo Find N5 globa launch date
Oppo Find N5 global launch date

The Oppo Find N5 is scheduled to debut at 7 PM (GMT+8) on Feb. 20 globally and in the Chinese market simultaneously. The N5’s landing page is now live on Oppo’s regional websites, including Malaysia and Singapore, for pre-orders. Specifically, those who pre-order the N5 in Singapore will be able to secure an Oppo Pen stylus worth $159.

Globally, the device will be sold in two shades: Cosmic Black and Misty White. The purple edition won’t be sold globally, but it remains to be seen whether it will be made available later.

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iPhone SE4 render: first SE with a modern design

Apple is expected to launch the iPhone SE 4 as soon as this week with a couple of major changes in design and functionalities. One of them is expected to be the addition of Face ID and the removal of the home button, which will make it look a lot like the iPhone 14 from the front. Recently, case maker Spigen revealed the renders of the phone with its case, which reaffirms the previous design rumors.

iPhone SE 4 renders accidentally revealed by Spigen

Unlike the iPhone SE 2022, this upcoming model has a completely flat design, and upon closer inspection, the display appears to have reasonably slim bezels. The display is expected to measure 6.1″, much larger than the 4.7″ SE 2022. As for the color options, the model is expected to come in some fresh hues in addition to the black, white, and red color options.

On the back, however, it still packs a single camera. Even the flash and the additional sensor retain their placement and offer a very similar look to its predecessor. According to a previous rumor, the sensor inside could have a 48MP resolution. But judging from the protrusion of the module (or the lack of it) it doesn’t seem like there is a bump in sensor size. So even though it has the same resolution as the iPhone 16 and it captures images at 24MP, the images may not have the same quality as the more expensive models.

Nonetheless, a lot of it depends on the image processing, which should improve with the Apple A18 chip. Yes, the iPhone SE 4 is expected to be powered by the chip the iPhone 16 runs on. Rumors also claim the upcoming SE will support Apple Intelligence.

The SE 4 is a compact model, and it certainly looks better with the redesign. let’s see how many software features Apple adds to their most affordable iPhone of 2025.

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Vivo X Fold 4 may feature side-mounted fingerprint scanner instead of in-screen fingerprint sensor

Oppo has just confirmed that the Oppo Find N5 foldable phone will be announced on Feb. 20 in China. It will debut as the world’s first foldable phone powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite. Sibling brand Vivo is also said to be working on the Snapdragon 8 Elite-powered Vivo X Fold 4. A recent leak claimed that its arrival has been reportedly delayed to the second quarter of this year. A new leak, courtesy of tipster Digital Chat Station, reveals that the X Fold 4 will arrive with one major change.

Vivo to axe in-screen fingerprint sensor on the Vivo X Fold 4

Upcoming foldable, including the Vivo X Fold 4, will feature a side-facing fingerprint sensor, claims DCS

In the above leak, DCS has revealed that four Chinese smartphone manufacturers will launch horizontally foldable phones this year. While he has not explicitly mentioned the names, reports have claimed that these include the Oppo Find N5, Honor Magic V4, Vivo X Fold 4, and Huawei Mate X7.

As far as Xiaomi is concerned, it is likely to skip the Mix Fold 5 this year, but the good thing is that the company has reportedly not given up on book-style foldable phones.  The leak also suggests that all four foldable phones will be equipped with a side-facing fingerprint sensor.

This will be a major change for Vivo, as its previous foldables have all featured dual in-screen fingerprint sensors for both internal and external displays. The first-generation X Fold and X Fold+ came with optical-type in-screen fingerprint scanners, and it switched to ultrasonic-type on the X Fold 2 onwards. DCS claims that the reason brands are switching to a side-facing fingerprint sensor is to help reduce the thickness of upcoming foldables, bringing them in the range of 8mm in thinness. To put into context, the upcoming Find N5 is said to measure 9.2mm in the folded state.

Vivo X Fold 4 specifications (rumored)

Vivo X Fold 3 Pro
Vivo X Fold 3 Pro

As per reports, the Vivo X Fold 4 will be a very slim and lightweight foldable phone despite packing a battery of around 6000mAh capacity. The Snapdragon 8 Elite-powered device is expected to support wireless charging and offer an IPX8 level of water resistance. Its rear camera module is expected to include a 50-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. Reports also claim that this time around the brand will only release the Vivo X Fold 4, meaning there will not a Pro model like last year.

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Realme GT 7 Pro Racing Edition is launching on February 13 as most affordable Snapdragon 8 Elite phone

Realme has officially revealed the upcoming GT 7 Pro Racing Edition, confirming it as the brand’s first flagship release after the 2025 Lunar New Year. Set to go on sale on Feb. 13, the device is expected to arrive as a toned-down version of the existing Realme GT 7 Pro. Speculations are rife that it will undercut the OnePlus Ace 5 Pro to debut as the most affordable Snapdragon 8 Elite phone.

Realme GT 7 Pro Racing Edition’s Neptune Exploration Edition revealed

Realme GT 7 Pro Racing Edition
Realme GT 7 Pro Racing Edition

The poster released by the brand reveals that the Realme GT 7 Pro Racing Edition will be available in the unique “Neptune Exploration” colour. Inspired by the deep blue storms of Neptune, the phone’s back panel features a distinctive texture created using Realme’s proprietary “Zero-degree Storm AG” process.

The overall look of the phone appears to be a slightly modified version of the Realme GT 7 Pro. While the existing model has a triple-camera setup on the back, the Racing Edition variant comes with a dual-camera setup.

Realme GT 7 Pro Racing Edition specifications (rumoured)

Under the hood, the GT 7 Pro Racing Edition will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. A recently seen AnTuTu listing revealed a score exceeding 3 million points, positioning it as a high-performance gaming device. Additionally, storage is expected to be upgraded to UFS 4.1, ensuring faster data speeds.

The device will reportedly feature a 6.78-inch Samsung 8T LTPO OLED micro-quad-curved display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 1.5K resolution. It is likely to pack up to 24 GB of LPDDR5x RAM, up to 1 TB of storage, and a 6,500mAh battery with 120W fast charging support.

Compared to the standard GT 7 Pro, the Racing Edition is expected to come without a periscope telephoto camera. There’s a possibility that it may feature an optical in-screen fingerprint scanner instead of an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor.

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Oppo Find N5’s About Phone page leak reveals camera downgrade, 5,600mAh battery, 8.12” display, and more

Oppo has officially announced the launch of its highly anticipated Find N5 foldable smartphone, set to debut on Feb. 20 in China. Alongside the announcement, the company released a few images showcasing the device’s sleek design and color options. While rumours have been circulating about the phone’s specifications, key details like display size and battery capacity had remained under wraps—until now. A leaked screenshot from the Find N5’s “About Phone” page has revealed some exciting details about the upcoming device.

Oppo Find N5 specifications (rumored)

Oppo Find N5 About Phone page leak-
Oppo Find N5’s About Phone page leaked

The Oppo Find N5, which bears the PKH110 model number, will feature an 8.12-inch internal foldable display. However, there is no information available about the phone’s outer screen. Under the hood, it will be powered by the 7-core Snapdragon 8 Elite, making it the first foldable phone to feature the said chipset.

The device will come equipped with a massive 16GB of RAM, complemented by 12GB of virtual RAM and 512GB of internal storage. While the Find N3 featured a 4,805mAh battery, the N5 will pack a much larger 5,600mAh battery that supports 80W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. The device will run on ColorOS 15 based on Android 15, offering the latest software experience.

On the camera front, the Find N5 will sport a triple rear camera setup, though the leaked details contradict earlier rumours. Instead of three 50-megapixel sensors, the phone will feature a 50-megapixel primary camera, an 8-megapixel secondary lens, and another 50-megapixel sensor, which could be a 3x periscope telephoto camera. For selfies, it will include two 8-megapixel cameras—one on the outer display and another on the internal foldable screen.

Oppo Find N5
Oppo Find N5

There seems to be a noticeable downgrade in the camera department, as the predecessor model features a 32-megapixel front camera, a 20-megapixel internal camera, and a 48-megapixel (main) + 48-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 64-megapixel (3x periscope telephoto) triple camera setup on the back.

While Oppo has confirmed that the Find N5 will feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, it has yet to confirm the other specs of the device. Therefore, it is advisable to approach the above leak cautiously.

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Oppo Find N5 launch date confirmed; Design, color variants officially revealed

After weeks of teasing, Oppo has finally confirmed the Oppo Find N5 launch date. The brand has confirmed that it will hold a launch event at 7 pm (local time) on Feb. 20 in China. Apart from the Find N5, the company will also unveil the Watch X2 smartwatch. Besides revealing the launch date, the official images of the foldable phone have also been released to confirm its design.

Oppo Find N5 design, color options

Oppo Find N5 launch date
Oppo Find N5 launch date

The images below show that the Oppo Find N5 will arrive in three colour options: Dusk Purple, Jade White, and Satin Black. As can be seen in the images above, the Find N5 sports a redesigned camera module compared to the Find N3.

The round camera module houses three cameras and an LED flash, with a Hasselblad logo in the centre. The images also confirm the presence of an alert slider and a side-facing fingerprint sensor. Apart from the official renders, two real-life images of the phone are also being circulated on Chinese social media platforms.

Oppo Find N5 specifications (rumoured)

As per reports, the Find N5 sports a slim profile of 9.2mm in its folded state. Under the hood, the device features the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and is likely to pack a 5,700mAh battery. It is expected to support 80W wired and 50W wireless charging. The phone is likely to ship with up to 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM and up to 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage.

The Find N5 is expected to run on ColorOS 15-based Android 15 and offer DeepSeek-R1 integration. For photography, it is expected to feature an OIS-enabled 50-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. In terms of durability, the Find N5 is confirmed to offer up to IPX9-level water resistance.

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Apple’s first Foldable iPhone/iPad may finally launch next year

Apple might finally be launching its very own foldable device soon. A new rumor has hinted that the brand’s first ever foldable iPhone or foldable iPad might be arriving as early as next year. So here is everything you need to know.

Apple may finally launch a foldable device in 2026

While various popular Android competitors like Samsung have already released multiple generations of foldable smartphones, the Cupertino based giant has yet to make any announcement for a similar device. But in the news shared by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman on his recent Power On newsletter, Apple could be planning on launching its first foldable model as early as next year.

foldable-iPhone
Foldable iPhone Concept Render

It is still unclear what form this upcoming flexible device will take and whether it will be a foldable iPhone or a foldable iPad. The company might also announce a brand new product line of foldable gadgets as well. There are also rumors that point at the Mac lineup getting a foldable model as well. However, Gurman adds that these foldable Macs are still more than a couple of years away. Meanwhile, even the foldable iPhone is reportedly facing quality control issues.

In other words, the foldable iPhone is the most likely to debut in 2026. Back in December 2024, we also covered a report regarding how Apple’s first foldable iPhone might be a notebook style “Fold” rather than a clamshell folding “Flip” model. Known analysts also claimed that Apple may unveil a foldable MacBook sometime in 2026, but Gurman’s latest report hints otherwise. Keep in mind that this all just speculation still, so take this news with a pinch of salt and stick around for more.

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Sony gives away free extra days to PS Plus members over PSN outage

Sony PlayStation Network (PSN) was just hit with a massive outage that was only recently resolved. This caused members of the PlayStation Plus, a service that lets PlayStation console owners to game online, to lose access to any online games. While initially there was no official response from the company, Sony has now come forward with a compensation plan for everyone that was affected.

Sony offers extra days to PS Plus members

In an official tweet from the official Ask PlayStation support account on X (formerly Twitter), the Japanese tech giant apologized for the outage faced by the users. The official statement reads “Network services have fully recovered from an operational issue. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank the community for their patience.”

Sony PS Plus

But that’s not all as the brand also seeks to compensate the user for their grievances by offering free extra 5 days of PS Plus service. Sony stated that “All PlayStation Plus members will automatically receive” these additional days on their accounts. For those unaware, many gamer encountered an issue while trying to access their online multiplayer title like Marvel Rivals, Helldivers 2, Call of Duty, and others.

Initially, it was believed that the issue was a server problem being faced by the respective publishers of these games. However, a later confirmation revealed that the issue was from Sony’s PlayStation Network. The PSN outage slowly began appearing around the evening of Friday (ET), which was only solved around a whole day later. Some users still had access to their digital libraries, but the multiplayer side faces the brunt of it.

In related news, Sony announced that it was stopping the production of recordable media like Blu-ray discs, which marked the end of an era.

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Amazon going big on AI in 2025 with plans to spend an insane $100 billion

Creating Artificial Intelligence like ChatGPT is not a cheap investment, with estimates suggesting hundreds of millions to billions of dollars being sunk into AI for building and training it. However, money doesn’t seem like an object to Amazon which might be planning on spending a ludicrous amount of money on AI this year.

Amazon to invest $100 billion in AI this year

DeepSeek recently took the world by storm with an alleged budget cost of development, but Amazon is going big on AI and is spending top dollar. According to a TechRadar report, the American tech giant aims to spend $100 billion on AI this year. In comparison, DeepSeek claimed that it only took a few million dollars to train its R1 model, which may or may not be true.

Amazon Bedrock AI
Amazon Bedrock AI

However, AI is still a hefty business as companies like Google and Microsoft are sinking tens of billions of dollars in their respective projects. The big names in tech have already been readily adopting AI in recent years, with Amazon being an outlier. So it seems quite surprising that the company is becoming one of the highest spenders in artificial intelligence. One could argue that it was only a matter of time.

During its latest earnings call, Andy Jassy, the CEO of Amazon hinted that the brand could be planning on spending more than $100 billion on AI in 2025. So Alexa might be getting a new evolution soon. Unfortunately, this is all the information we have at the moment, so stick around for more. In related news, India is also working on its own AI model to compete with the likes of ChatGPT and DeepSeek. The latter is also seeing some trouble in the global market as some governments see it as a Chinese threat.

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LG introduces new PuriCare AeroHit ultra slim air purifier

After unveiling the new LG DualCool AI Air (AI powered air purifier) in India, the company has just introduced another compact air purifier called the PuriCare AeroHit model. This model features an ultra slim design with improved air purification tech. So here’s everything you need to know.

LG PuriCare AeroHit Air Purifier Specs

The South Korean tech giant’s latest air purifier was just announced with a compact cylindrical bin shaped design. It arrives in a full white body that was designed to be seamlessly integrate in your home. The LG PuriCare AeroHit doesn’t take up much space in the room and helps improve the indoor air quality. On the very top, there is also an integrated LED display that carries both intuitive controls and crucial information.

LG PuriCare AeroHit
LG PuriCare AeroHit Air Purifier

Under the hood, this air purifier is equipped with the Aero Series H Filter, which is a multi-layer 360 degree filtration system that can lower dust particles, odors, viruses, and allergens while even absorbing airborne pollutants as well. Thanks to the Particulate Matter (PM) 1.0 sensor, the PuriCare AeroHit can detect ultra fine dust particles that are as well as 0.01 micrometers. This means you get real time air quality monitoring as well.

Users can also connect this air purifier with their smartphones o get remote access to its purification metrics or look at the integrated display. Although, the PuriCare AeroHit can function automatically and make adjustments or tweaks to its purification performance for an optimal condition. Back in CES 2025, the company even unveiled the LG AeroCatTower Air Purifier for pet owners, which you can also check out.

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Samsung Galaxy S25 series in high demand in India with record high pre-orders

Samsung recently debuted its flagship Galaxy S25 series of smartphones in the global market. These devices bring cutting-edge specs and a premium design. The Galaxy S25 models have just gone on sale recently, with the brand even revealing the pre-order numbers in India after these devices officially went on sale. Samsung is seeing a strong demand in the region, so here are all the details.

Samsung Galaxy S25 series pre-orders break records

To recall, the South Korean tech giant’s Galaxy S25 series went on pre-orders last month. In the official announcement, the company revealed that the Galaxy S25 series saw record high pre-orders, with the figures reaching 430,000 this is a third of the pre-orders it saw in the home market, but it is still an impressive number. Samsung achieved these pre-orders between the period of January 23 and February 6, which is around two weeks.

Samsung Galaxy S25 series
Samsung Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra

As per official notes, this marks a 20 percent increase over the pre-orders the Galaxy 24 received back in 2024. According to Raju Pullan, Samsung India MX Division’s Senior VP, the company has even widened the flagship distribution network to 17,000 outlets. This makes it more accessible in smaller cities in India. Notably, Samsung is manufacturing the Galaxy S25 series at the Noida facility for its Indian customers.

Talking about the Galaxy S25 series pricing, the base Galaxy S25 model starts from 73,999 INR for the new 128GB variant. On the other hand, the Galaxy S25+ is on sale for 99,999 INR for the 256GB configuration. Similarly, the Galaxy S25 Ultra’s 256GB version is listed for 129,999 INR.

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Xiaomi Watch S4 specifications and price leaks for the global variant

Xiaomi’s Watch S4, which debuted in China last October alongside the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Pro, appears to be heading for a global release. Leaker Sudhanshu Ambhore has shared details and renders alongside its price for the European version. And as expected, almost everything is similar except for the price.

Xiaomi Watch S4 Specifications

The leak reveals that the smartwatch will be available in silver, black, and rainbow color options. It sports a 1.43-inch AMOLED display with a 466 x 466-pixel resolution and boasts a peak brightness of 2,220 nits.

Connectivity will include Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.3, with Bluetooth calling support thanks to integrated microphones and speakers.

Health and fitness tracking features are standard which will include a heart rate monitor, accelerometer, and barometric altimeter. For navigation, it will support GPS, Beidou, Galileo, and GLONASS. Additionally, the Watch S4 will support NFC functionality and is rated 5 ATM for water resistance, making it suitable for brief swims.

The wearable will be powered by a 486 mAh Li-Po battery, which reportedly offers up to 15 days of usage. It is said to be compatible with smartphones running Android 8.0 and above or iOS 12.0 and higher. However, Ambhore’s leak does not mention the wrist gesture controls found in the Chinese version.

Pricing and Availability

Ambhore suggests the European retail price for the base Bluetooth model will be around €159, approximately €10 higher than the launch price of the Xiaomi Watch S3, which currently retails for around €115 on Amazon DE. Pricing for an LTE version remains under wraps, though.

According to rumors, Xiaomi might launch the Watch S4 alongside the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra. And while it’s not confirmed yet, it’s likely the launch event will be scheduled in March, coinciding with MWC 2025.

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(Sudhanshu Ambhore for Xpertpick)