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Samsung launched the Galaxy S26 Ultra alongside the Samsung Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+. The flagship smartphone introduces a 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a new Privacy Display feature, a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC, and an upgraded 200-megapixel quad rear camera system. Samsung has also added expanded Galaxy AI features for productivity and privacy, while retaining its premium Ultra design with improved durability, faster charging support and advanced video recording capabilities. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Price in India, Colour Options The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is priced in India at Rs. 1,39,999 for the 12GB + 256GB variant. The 12GB + 512GB model is priced at Rs. 1,59,999. Meanwhile, the top-end 16GB + 1TB storage variant is listed at Rs. 1,89,999. In the US, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is priced at $1,299 (about Rs. 1,18,000), $1,499 (roughly Rs. 1,36,000), and $1,799 (about Rs. 1,64,000) for the 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB configurations, respectively. Samsung offers the G...

Honor Magic V5, the company's flagship foldable phone, was launched in select global markets by the Chinese tech firm in February last year. Recently, the company confirmed that its next book-style foldable phone will be unveiled globally, a day before the Mobile World Congress (MWC 2026), along with the Robot Phone and Honor's first humanoid robot. Days ahead of the launch of the Honor Magic V6, the tech firm has revealed the design of the foldable smartphone in a red colourway. Honor has confirmed that the handset will be launched in China soon. Honor Magic V6 Design, Specifications (Expected) In a post X, the Chinese tech firm has revealed the design of the upcoming Honor Magic V6. Moreover, the landing page on the company website has also been updated to show the phone from different angles. The Honor Magic V6 appears in a red shade. It is teased to feature a triple rear camera setup, paired with a dual LED flash, housed inside a circular rear camera unit. The Honor brandin...

Samsung on Monday announced that the upcoming Galaxy S26 series of smartphones, which is expected to comprise the standard Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and the Galaxy S26 Ultra, will offer support for another AI agent. An addition to Galaxy AI, the Samsung Galaxy S26 series will also support Perplexity AI, according to the company. Users will be able to invoke the AI assistant using the 'Hey Plex' hotword, or by pressing the side button. It will also work across the company's built-in apps as well as some third-party apps. Samsung Galaxy S26 Models Will Offer Perplexity AI Integration Across Samsung Apps According to the company's latest blog post, Samsung will equip "upcoming flagship Galaxy devices" with Perplexity as an additional AI agent. Samsung smartphones already feature the firm's in-house Galaxy AI agent, as well as Google's Gemini AI. Earlier this year, Samsung revealed that its revamped Bixby assistant would be powered by Perplexity AI. Just li...

Google is expanding Call Recording in the Pixel Phone app to more countries. The feature, which first returned to select markets last year, is now reaching additional regions outside the US. According to recent reports, users in parts of Europe have started seeing the option enabled on their devices. Google has confirmed that the rollout will continue across supported markets by the end of February, subject to local regulations governing call recording and user consent requirements. Pixel Call Recording Now Available in Germany, Italy, Spain and More Countries A recent report by 9to5Google states that users in several European countries have begun receiving the feature, indicating a broader global rollout beyond the US. Google has also confirmed that Call Recording will reach all supported regions by the end of February, provided local regulations permit it. Google initially announced the return of Call Recording in September, but the wider rollout started in November. At that stage, t...

Nothing 4a series is scheduled to be launched in India by the London-based tech firm in the first week of March. The upcoming lineup is expected to include two models, dubbed Phone 4a Pro and Phone 4a. The company recently announced the launch date of the Phone 4a series. Leading up to its unveiling, the company has started teasing the specifications and features of the handsets. Nothing has revealed the name of the chipmaker that will be supplying the chipsets for the Phone 4a series. Recently, various details about the two models surfaced online, including their prices. Nothing Phone 4a Series Specifications, Features (Expected) In a post on X, the Carl Pei-led smartphone maker confirmed that its upcoming Nothing Phone 4a series will be equipped with Snapdragon chipset. However, the exact name of the SoC remains under wraps. Moreover, the tech firm has yet to reveal other specifications and features about the soon-to-be-launched lineup, including its battery, camera configuration, ba...

Google launched the Pixel 10a in India and global markets as the latest addition to its Pixel smartphone lineup. The handset will be available for pre-order in the country via an e-commerce platform and the company's online store, and will go on sale next month. The Pixel 10a is offered in four colour options. The new Google Pixel 10a is backed by a 5,100mAh battery. The Mountain View-based tech giant says the Pixel 10a sports an aluminium frame, and it has an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. Google Pixel 10a Price in India, Availability Google Pixel 10a price in India is set at Rs. 49,999 for the sole 8GB+256GB RAM and storage configuration. As part of the introductory offer, the tech giant is providing an instant cashback of Rs. 3,000 with select HDFC Bank cards, up to a 24-month interest-free EMI option, and a Rs. 3,000 exchange bonus. The phone is also part of the Google Pixel Upgrade Programme. The new smartphone will be available to pre-order in India at 9pm IST via...

Vivo's upcoming X300 FE has surfaced in a fresh leak that sheds more light on its expected market variants ahead of launch. The latest update focuses on the handset's possible storage configurations and launch colour options. Earlier reports have already hinted at its chipset, charging support, and connectivity features, but this leak adds new details. The Vivo X200 FE successor is also expected to be a rebranded version of the Vivo S50 Pro Mini and could debut in India later this year. Vivo X300 FE Colour Options, Specifications (Expected) Tech blogger Anvin (@ZionsAnvin) has claimed in an X post that the Vivo X300 FE could be offered in two configurations. The base variant may have 12GB of RAM and 256GB of built-in storage. The handset may also be launched in a 12GB+512GB storage variant. The handset is tipped to launch in black and blue colour options, although more colourways could be introduced by the company. The Vivo X300 FE, with the model number V2537, recently appeare...

Apple introduced an eSIM-only model of its iPhone in the US with the launch of iPhone 14, eliminating the physical SIM tray. Now, the Cupertino-based tech giant appears to be getting ready to implement a similar strategy in new markets with the upcoming iPhone 18 lineup. The removal of the SIM tray is expected to bring more internal space in the upcoming series, and this could contribute towards battery size of the iPhone 18 lineup. The iPhone 17 models do not support physical SIM cards in select countries and regions. Apple's eSIM-Only iPhone Models Could Arrive in Europe A report by Techmaniacs (in Greek) states that Apple is planning to launch eSIM-only iPhone 18 models in Europe. By eliminating the physical SIM tray, Apple could free up the internal space in all iPhone 18 series smartphones for a larger battery. The global variant of iPhone 18 Pro Max is rumoured to feature a battery rated between 5,100mAh and 5,200mAh, a five percent increase over the iPhone 17 Pro Max's b...

Google on Friday released the first public beta of Android 17, giving public users and developers an early look at the next major version of its mobile operating system. As per the Mountain View-based tech giant, the update introduces a range of refinements focused on performance, privacy, and developer tools. Google also highlighted a fundamental shift in the way new releases are introduced to the developer community, replacing the traditional "Developer Preview" with a continuous Canary channel. Android 17 Beta 1 Update: What's New According to Google, Android 17 continues its push toward performance optimisation and smoother user experiences. The first beta includes under-the-hood improvements aimed at better background task management and enhanced power efficiency. The tech giant says its new update includes system-level changes that help apps run more efficiently, particularly in multitasking scenarios. Android 17 Beta 1 also expands privacy and security controls. Th...

Poco C85 5G was released in India towards the end of last year with the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor and a 6,000mAh battery. Now, the Xiaomi sub-brand seems to be preparing to expand its C-series lineup with a new model, dubbed Poco C81 Pro. The upcoming smartphone has recently been spotted on Thailand's National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) certification website, and the listing reveals its model number and moniker. The appearance on the certification platform indicates that the handset could be inching closer to an official launch. Poco C81 Pro Listed on NBTC Database With Model Number 25128PC17G The upcoming Poco C81 Pro is listed on the NBTC website with model number 25128PC17G and certification number B38077-26. As per the listing, the phone supports GSM, WCDMA and LTE networks, indicating that it lacks 5G connectivity. It is manufactured in China. The NBTC listing and model number indicate that Poco C81 Pro could be a rebranded version of Redmi A...

The upcoming Xiaomi 17 series could arrive with premium pricing for customers in India. The Chinese tech giant is expected to release the standard Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra variants in the country. While official details for the Indian variants remain under wraps, early leaks and tipster claims are beginning to offer clues about how Xiaomi may price the standard Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra for the Indian market, along with what buyers can expect from the lineup. Xiaomi 17 Ultra, Xiaomi 17 Price in India (Expected) According to a new claim by tipster Abhishek Yadav (@yabhishekhd) in an X post, the tipster said the standard Xiaomi 17 may be priced at around Rs. 80,000, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra could launch at approximately Rs. 1,25,000. These prices are considerably higher than that of their predecessors, which were launched at Rs. 64,999 and Rs. 1,09,999, respectively. If the pricing claim holds true, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra could be positioned as a rival to Samsung's Gal...

Android 16 Quarterly Platform Release 3 (QPR3) Beta 2.1 update has started rolling out to testers, the US-based tech firm announced on Wednesday. With the final beta version in the cycle now rolling out, the Android Beta Team has revealed that the first beta version of Android 17 will begin rolling out to users enrolled in the company's beta programme. However, the US-based company has yet to reveal other details about the upcoming OS version, including the user interface (UI) changes, new features, names of compatible devices, and the release timeline. Android 17 Beta 1: What We Know So Far In a post on Reddit, the Android Beta team announced that Google will start rolling out the first beta version of Android 17 Platform Release, marking the commencement of the company's new beta programme. While the company has yet to reveal the exact release timeline, the Android Beta team says that the enrolled Pixel devices will start receiving the update soon. Pixel devices that are enro...

Realme may be preparing to raise smartphone prices in India, according to details shared by a tipster that indicate the company could adjust pricing as component costs rise. A leaked partner notice suggests Realme may increase prices for the Realme 15 5G and Realme 16 Pro models by Rs. 3,000 to Rs. 4,000 from February 11. Separately, the company reportedly cut its staff in India to cut costs, but Realme maintains that its operations in the country will stay unchanged. Realme 16 Pro, Realme 15 Revised Price in India (Expected) According to a leaked partner notice shared by tipster Abhishek Yadav (@yabhishekhd), Realme could increase prices across several models due to higher memory, chipset, and overall ecosystem costs. The official-looking letter, addressed to retail partners, states that revised prices would take effect from February 11. It lists planned hikes of Rs. 3,000 for the Realme 15 5G and Realme 16 Pro 5G lineups, while the Realme 16 Pro+ 5G series could see an increase of Rs...

Infinix Note 60 Pro is confirmed to launch soon as a successor to the Infinix Note 50 Pro. Infinix has shared official teasers of the upcoming Note series phone through social media platforms, revealing its design, colourways and key specifications. It will be released in three different colour options with a 1.5K resolution display and a 50-megapixel rear camera unit. The Infinix Note 60 Pro will have a Snapdragon chipset under the hood. The Infinix Note 60 lineup is also expected to be launched alongside the Infinix Note 60 and Note 60 Ultra models. Infinix Note 60 Pro Will Sport a 1.5K Display With a 144Hz Refresh Rate The smartphone maker announced the launch of the Infinix Note 60 Pro through its official Facebook handle in Nigeria. The launch date is still under wraps, but the teaser images shared by the company reveal the phone in Silk Green, Solar Orange and Torino Black shades. The Solar Orange variant appears similar to the Cosmic Orange version of the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhon...

Poco X8 Pro and Poco X8 Pro Max have been spotted on multiple certification websites in India and Singapore, hinting that the Xiaomi sub-brand could launch the handsets in select global markets soon. While the smartphone maker has yet to confirm the launch, the two Poco X8 Pro series phones have been spotted on the Xiaomi online store in a European country, revealing their pricing, colour options, and storage configurations. Both handsets are shown to feature dual rear camera units, paired with an LED flash, and could be available in three colourways. Poco X8 Pro Series Pricing, Colourways, Storage Options (Expected) A landing page for the upcoming Poco X8 Pro and Poco X8 Pro Max on the Xiaomi België website, which has since been taken down, revealed the pricing, colourways, and storage configurations of the smartphones. Both handsets could go on sale in the country in black, white, and green colour options. The Poco X8 Pro Max is shown to launch in Europe at a starting price of EUR 52...

Oppo appears to be gearing up for its next flagship launch, with fresh leaks offering new insight into the upcoming Find X9s. A recent report suggests the handset could debut with MediaTek's latest Dimensity 9500s chipset in India and select other markets, positioning it as an early adopter of the company's new efficiency-focused flagship silicon. Alongside the processor details, rumours also point to a premium design, advanced camera hardware, and a large battery, as Oppo prepares for a mid-year release window. Oppo Find X9s Said to Be Among First Phones in India With Dimensity 9500s SoC According to a Smartprix report, the Oppo Find X9s is said to be "among the first smartphones in India" to be equipped with the new MediaTek Dimensity 9500s chipset. MediaTek's “s” series targets efficient flagship performance, with the Dimensity 9500s built on a 3nm process. It is claimed to deliver near-Dimensity 9500 performance with improved thermal management for sustained g...

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 series may see a price hike in Europe. Samsung is expected to unveil the lineup, including the base, plus and Ultra variants, on February 25. The retail availability of the handsets may start from March 11. While earlier rumours regarding price hikes were mixed, a new report from Dealabs suggests that most Galaxy S26 models will cost more than their predecessors in European markets. The final pricing decision of the South Korean tech giant will be confirmed at launch. Samsung Galaxy S26 Series European Pricing (Expected) According to a report by Dealabs, the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra prices have been leaked, which points to higher launch prices compared to the Galaxy S25 lineup, with one key exception. The standard Samsung Galaxy S26 with 256GB storage could start at EUR 999 (roughly Rs. 1,06,700), up from EUR 959 (roughly Rs. 1,02,500) for the Galaxy S25. Meanwhile, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB variant is tipped to cost EUR 1,269 ...

Motorola Razr 60, with the MediaTek Dimensity 7400X chipset, was launched in India in May 2025 as the latest foldable smartphone from the tech firm. While Motorola has yet to confirm the launch of the successor to the Razr 60, the purported Motorola Razr 70 has reportedly received regulatory approval in the UAE, hinting at an imminent unveiling in select global markets. Recently, a tipster claimed that various Motorola handsets, including the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra, Edge 70 Fusion, Moto G17, and Moto G67, have spotted on a certification database in the country. The specifications of these models remain under wraps. Motorola Razr 70 Listed on the UAE's TDRA Database With XT2657-8 Model Number In a post on X, tech blogger Anvin (@ZionsAnvin) has shared a screenshot of the UAE's Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) database, revealing that the Motorola Razr 70, which has been listed with the XT2657-8 model number, has received regulatory approval i...

Vivo appears to be preparing to launch two new smartphones, the Vivo Y21 5G and Vivo Y11d, in the near future. Both smartphones have been reportedly spotted on Malaysia's SIRIM certification website, suggesting their release could be nearing. The listing indicates the model numbers of the Vivo Y21 5G and Vivo Y11d. Vivo has launched a couple of Y series smartphones recently. The company's latest releases include the Vivo Y31d with a Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 chipset and a 7,200mAh battery. Vivo Y21 5G, Vivo Y11d Listed on SIRIM Certification Site Listings for the Vivo Y21 5G and Vivo Y11d SIRIM database were spotted by tech blogger Anvin (@ZionsAnvin). According to the screenshots of the listing shared by the user, the Vivo Y21 5G carries the model number V2553, while the Vivo Y11d is bearing model number V2555. The certification confirms that both phones have been approved for sale in Malaysia. The listing does not reveal any specifications, but it tells us it was certified on Ja...