Redmi K90 Ultra to be unveiled this month, pre-orders go live

Redmi has officially confirmed the launch of the K90 Ultra in China. Alongside the announcement, the company has revealed the phone's expected price range and opened pre-reservations in the country. In a post on Weibo, Redmi confirmed that the K90 Ultra will debut in China later this month. Separately, Xiaomi Group President Lu Weibing revealed that the handset will be positioned below the K90 Max in the lineup and will carry a price tag of around CNY 3,000. The Redmi K90 Ultra is being positioned as a performance-focused smartphone with flagship-grade hardware designed specifically...

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Samsung is now testing One UI 9 for the Galaxy A16 5G

Samsung released the stable One UI 8.5 update for the Galaxy A16 5G last month, and it has now begun testing the Android 17-based One UI 9 for the smartphone. [#InlinePriceWidget,13346,1#] The One UI 9 build for the Galaxy A16 5G spotted on Samsung's server has firmware version A166BXXU8EZF1 and is being tested for the European market. However, don't expect the smartphone to receive One UI 9 beta or stable update anytime soon, as Samsung has already rolled out One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 series, which is likely to receive the stable update first. Samsung Galaxy A16...

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Malaysia’s AI agent-powered messaging app Respond.io raises $62.5M, eyes acquisitions

Respond.io, one of Malaysia startups to watch, uses AI agents to handle high volumes of customer inquiries and charges per convo, not per seat.

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Tecno Spark 50 Pro unboxing and hands-on

Following the Tecno Spark 50 5G and Spark 50 4G, Tecno unveiled the Pro member of the series. We have the Spark 50 Pro with us, so let's see what it's all about. Let's start by opening the box and see what's inside it. Unboxing the Tecno Spark 50 Pro The device ships along with a USB-A to USB-C cable used for charging and data transfer, a compatible Tecno charger rated at up to 60W and a soft-touch silicone case that matches the device's color. The Spark 50 Pro's design, especially the Dynamic Orange, is quite reminiscent of the iPhone 17 Pro/Pro Max. You can also get it...

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The HMD Vibe 2 5G is getting a 6/128GB variant in India tomorrow

The HMD Vibe 2 5G launched in India in late May and it was supposed to have up to 6GB of RAM and up to 128GB storage, though only 4/64GB and 4/128GB variants were available. A month later, the company is almost ready to offer the top-specced model too. It will be available from Flipkart starting tomorrow (June 16) at 12pm. It is priced at ₹17,000 (showing as a 32% discount from ₹25,000), which converts to $180 / €155. However, during the launch, it will be available at a special price of ₹15,000. The phone is also listed on HMD.com, however, it is out of stock (all SKUs, even the ones with...

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Honor X70 Pro Max silently launched with an 8,560mAh battery

Ahead of next week's X80 Pro Max launch, Honor has quietly introduced the new X70 Pro Max in China. The Honor X70 Pro Max comes with a 6.79-inch AMOLED display that has a resolution of 2640×1200 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, up to 6,000 nits of peak brightness, and 1.3mm slim and uniform bezels. It is powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 Enhanced edition chipset, paired with the Adreno 810 GPU. The handset gets 8GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage. It runs Android 16-based MagicOS 10.0. The phone features a 50MP primary rear camera housed inside a circular module. For selfies,...

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The AI layoff wave is becoming a powder keg

What makes this combustible: at the very moment that tens of thousands of workers are being shown the door, a small cohort of AI insiders is becoming wealthy on a scale that's hard to comprehend.

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vivo X Fold6 camera and display specs officially revealed, to support teleconverter

Last week, vivo confirmed that its upcoming foldable, the vivo X Fold6, will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Super Edition chipset. The company has now unveiled key details about its cameras and displays. While vivo has yet to announce a launch date, it has revealed new details about the X Fold6. The foldable will feature an 8.02-inch inner display built using Samsung's M14 luminous material. According to vivo, the panel can reach a peak brightness of 5,000 nits while also supporting a 1-nit ultra-low brightness mode. It has also received TÜV Rheinland Global Eye...

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TechCrunch Mobility: SpaceX rockets past Tesla

Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, how AI is playing a part.

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The new Sonos Play has become my go-to desk and kitchen speaker

The new Sonos Play can act as a portable speaker inside and outside your home.

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Deals: Pixel 10 phones come with price cuts and a free Google TV Streamer, Galaxy S26+ discounted

Mexico and South Africa kicked off the FIFA World Cup on Friday. Germany’s first match is this Sunday and it is against Curaçao. Why are we mentioning this? Well, Google has a special promotion – you can get a free Google TV Streamer plus a World Cup-themed Pixelsnap Ring Stand with a Pixel 10, 10 Pro or 10 Pro XL. You can find out more about the offer here. Using the TV Streamer (or any other Google TV device), you will be able to watch the matches live, check the schedule, see match highlights and post-game analysis. The Google Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL flagships are both...

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Insta360 files countersuits against DJI in the US for infringing its patents related to gimbal and 360° camera tech

Camera company Insta360 launched the Luna Ultra three days ago. On the same day, DJI sued Insta360 in the US for how similar the Luna Ultra is to its upcoming Osmo Pocket 4P. Now, Insta360 has filed two countersuits against DJI in the US, asserting DJI infringed its patents related to gimbal and 360° camera tech. Insta360 says the patents infringed by DJI relate to gimbal stabilization, gimbal directional control, camera smooth stabilization, telemetry overlay, and panoramic video stabilization tech, all incorporated into several DJI products, including the Osmo Pocket series, Ronin/RS...

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Deals: Xiaomi 17 and 17T series discounted, Galaxy Z Fold7 also gets a price cut

For the third week in a row, the Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro are available at discounted prices. Xiaomi's flagship offerings, the Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, have also received price cuts. Elsewhere, deals are available on Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold7, select Google Pixel 10 series smartphones, and a couple of Nothing devices. Just like last week, the Xiaomi 17T remains discounted by £150, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro receives a £200 price cut at checkout. Xiaomi 17T £150 off at checkout Read our...

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The FBI built its own replica small town to simulate real-world cyberattacks

Hidden inside a building in Alabama, the FBI has created its own small town as a dedicated cyber training ground for simulating cyberattacks.

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Samsung Galaxy F15 receives the One UI 8.5 stable update

Samsung has released the stable One UI 8.5 update for the Galaxy F15, which launched in 2024 with One UI 6. The update has firmware version E156BXXUADZE7, requires a download of around 2.5GB, and bumps up the Android security patch level on the Galaxy F15 to May 5, 2026. While stable One UI 8.5 for the Galaxy F15 is currently rolling out only in India, you can expect the rollout to expand to other regions in the coming days. [#InlinePriceWidget,12831,1#] If you live in India and haven't received the One UI 8.5 stable update on your Samsung Galaxy F15 yet, you can check for it...

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OnePlus Nord Buds 4 set to launch soon, design officially teased

OnePlus launched the Nord Buds 4 Pro in India back in March, with features such as ANC and up to 54 hours of total battery life with the charging case. The company has now confirmed the arrival of the Nord Buds 4 in the country. In a post on social media, OnePlus officially teased the launch of the Nord Buds 4 in India. The teaser also offers a first look at the earbuds, revealing an in-ear design with silicone ear tips and stem-style earbuds. The charging case for the Nord Buds 4 appears to feature a rectangular design, marking a departure from the oval-shaped case used by the Nord...

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Leaked screen protectors reveal size differences between Samsung's upcoming foldables

Another day brings another leak about Samsung's upcoming foldables. This time, alleged screen protectors for the Galaxy Z Flip8, Galaxy Z Fold8 (wide), and Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra have surfaced online. Tipster Ice Universe has shared an image comparing what are claimed to be screen protectors for Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z foldable smartphones. The leaked image highlights the differences in the size of the cover displays across the three devices. As expected, the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra features the tallest cover display of the trio, with proportions that closely resemble those of the...

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 also gets new Galaxy AI features with the June security update

The Samsung Galaxy S25 series recently received the June 2026 Android security update, which included three Galaxy AI features introduced with the Galaxy S26 series and previously excluded from the One UI 8.5 stable build for the S25 lineup. The same thing happened with the Galaxy Z Fold7, which has now received two of those Galaxy AI features with the June 2026 Android security update. The Galaxy AI features that the S25 series received are Prioritize Notifications, Summarize Notifications (Notification Highlights), and File Summaries. However, the Fold7 only got two of them - Prioritize...

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vivo X Fold6 confirmed to feature a special edition Dimensity 9500 SoC

vivo continues to tease the X Fold6 ahead of its expected launch later this month. Following the confirmation of OriginOS 6 Fold and its productivity-focused features, the company has now disclosed the chipset that will power the foldable. In a post on Weibo, a vivo executive revealed that the X Fold6 will be the world's first foldable phone powered by a new MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Super Edition chipset. According to vivo, this customized version of the processor has been under development for over 2 years and was specifically designed for foldable devices. It is said to deliver...

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Honor Magic9 series tipped to support AI-powered stylus

Fresh details about Honor's next-generation Magic9 series have surfaced online. The lineup is expected to launch later this year, likely around October, and is likely to consist of three smartphones. According to a tipster, the upcoming Honor Magic9 series will support an official stylus accessory. The stylus is said to incorporate AI-powered features aimed at enhancing productivity. Honor Magic8 Pro and the Magic-Pen stylus The leak further claims that Honor has extensively optimized the stylus experience for a range of third-party productivity apps. If the leak proves...

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The OnePlus N-series is coming soon to India, will launch on Amazon

There has been talk that OnePlus is in the process of launching a new entry-level series in India – it will be called the “OnePlus N” series and will compete in the under-₹20,000 price range against Redmi, Realme and Poco phones. Now, both OnePlus India and Amazon India are teasing this new series. The company posted this image on X, which confirms the name of the series and says that it’s “coming soon” as an Amazon Specials launch. For what it’s worth, the actual name of the phone is rumored to be “OnePlus N6,” but this image doesn’t confirm that. OnePlus N-series teaser...

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Google seeds Android 17 QPR1 Beta 4 with several bug fixes

Google has started rolling out Android 17 QPR1 Beta 4 to eligible Pixel devices. The latest beta arrives nearly three weeks after Beta 3, which was released shortly after The Android Show: I/O Edition 2026. The Android 17 QPR1 Beta 4 update is rolling out to supported Pixel devices starting with the Pixel 6a. Notably, the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are absent from the release list and have not received the new build. As for the firmware versions, the Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, and Pixel 7 Pro are receiving build CP31.260522.006.A1, while all other eligible Pixel devices are getting build...

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Xiaomi Mix Fold 5's key specifications and pricing leak

Xiaomi is expected to unveil a successor to the Mix Fold 4 later this year. The upcoming foldable, likely to be called the Mix Fold 5 or Xiaomi 17 Fold, was recently spotted in the Mi Code database. Now, a fresh leak has revealed key specs and pricing of Xiaomi's next-gen foldable phone. Tipster Digital Chat Station shared the new details on Weibo, claiming that Xiaomi's upcoming foldable prototype features a 7.5- to 7.6-inch flexible display with a ‘seamless-crease’ technology. Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 According to the leak, the Xiaomi Mix Fold 5 will pack a battery with a capacity of...

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Samsung begins testing One UI 9 for three more Galaxy smartphones

Samsung has released Android 17-based One UI 9 beta updates for the Galaxy S26 series, and we know it's testing One UI 9 for the Galaxy S25 series and the unannounced Galaxy S26 FE. Now we learn the Korean brand has begun testing One UI 9 for three more smartphones - the Galaxy A17 5G, the Galaxy A34, and the Galaxy A57. [#InlinePriceWidget,14041,1#] The One UI 9 build that Samsung is testing internally for the Galaxy A17 5G has firmware version A176BXXU5DZF1, while the One UI 9 builds for the Galaxy A34 and Galaxy A57 have firmware versions A346BXXUFGZF1 and A576BXXU3BZF3,...

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Telegram announces native app for the Apple Watch

Telegram has introduced a fully new native app for the Apple Watch. The release comes years after the messaging platform discontinued its original watchOS app, bringing dedicated smartwatch support back to the platform. In an X post, Telegram CEO Pavel Durov announced the messaging client's return to the Apple Watch. The new Telegram app for Apple Watch offers text and voice messages support. It also allows users to share GIFs, watch videos, share location, and stickers. The app also lets users access all their conversations and contacts. After installing the app on an Apple...

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Meta signs first AI data center deal in India with Reliance

The 168-megawatt facility will support Meta's global AI computing needs and can be expanded over time.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2's battery capacity to be higher than its predecessor

We recently learned about the Samsung Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2's charging speeds, as they have been 3C certified. Both smartwatches will support 10W charging, which is the same as their predecessors. While Samsung isn't offering any charging-speed upgrades for its upcoming smartwatches, a new report claims the Korean brand will pack a larger battery into the Watch Ultra 2. According to SamMobile, the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 will be fueled by a battery with a rated capacity of 784 mAh, which could be advertised as having a typical capacity of 800 mAh. That's a nice...

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Apple's most advanced on-device AI features will only work on select devices

Apple introduced several new Apple Intelligence features during WWDC 2026 alongside the advanced Siri AI. However, the company's most powerful on-device AI model, along with several of the features it enables, will only be available on select devices. In a press release, Apple confirmed that its most advanced on-device AI model requires at least 12GB of unified memory. This model powers several new Apple Intelligence capabilities, including Siri AI features such as more expressive voices and enhanced dictation. Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone 17 Pro On the iPhone side, support...

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Evotrex raises $30M to build the RV that doesn’t need a charging station

The startup is one of many entering the RV space, but it's banking on a hybrid power system that can go far beyond campsites.

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Apple Photos will let you play photos and videos as a slideshow

Apple Photos users will be able to play photos and videos as a slideshow, as Apple has announced that new slideshow features are coming to the Apple Photos app. Photos users will get options to set the transition style, slide duration, and music for the slideshow. And with iOS 27, users will also be able to save a slideshow directly as a video to their Photos library. Other new features announced by Apple include emoji reactions in Shared Albums, a view of recent Shared Album activity, access to full-resolution photos and videos in Shared Album, more flexible album organization...

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Honor X80 Pro Max to launch with an 11,000mAh battery, leak suggests

A new leak suggests that Honor could add a Pro Max variant to its X80 lineup. While the leak does not reveal a launch timeline for the Honor X80 Pro Max, it does share several of its key specifications. Notably, the standard Honor X80 is rumored to launch in China later this month. Prolific tipster Digital Chat Station shared the specifications of an Honor X80 Pro Max on Weibo. As per the leak, the handset will pack a large 11,000mAh battery with 90W fast charging support. Honor X70 Refresh Edition The handset is also tipped to sport a 6.8-inch flat AMOLED display with slim bezels,...

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Uber, Wayve and Waymo are headed towards a robotaxi showdown in London

Uber customers in the UK can now join an interest list to increase their chances of being matched with a Wayve robotaxi.

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Watch Apple's WWDC 26 keynote livestream here

Apple’s WWDC is set to kick off in a few hours with a keynote presentation. CEO Tim Cook is likely to open the event, which could mark his final WWDC keynote at the helm of Apple. Later this year, Apple’s Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering, John Ternus will succeed Cook as CEO. The Worldwide Developers Conference keynote is scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM PT (7:00 PM CEST). During the presentation, Apple is expected to unveil the next generation of its software platforms, including iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, tvOS 27, watchOS 27, and visionOS 27. Apple will livestream the...

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vivo X Fold6 will run on OriginOS 6 Fold, real-life images leak

vivo has officially begun teasing its next-generation foldable smartphone, the vivo X Fold6. Senior vivo executives have started revealing key details about the device on Weibo, offering an early look at what to expect. Meanwhile, real-world images of the vivo X Fold6 have surfaced online after the device was allegedly spotted in the wild. According to vivo, the foldable will debut with the new OriginOS 6 Fold, which will include an upgraded Atomic Workbench designed to improve multitasking and productivity. The software will also offer an enhanced AI assistant along with a suite of...

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Xiaomi 17T series lands in China, 17T gets battery boost

Following their global launch last month, the Xiaomi 17T and 17T Pro have now made their way to the Chinese market with one major upgrade for the vanilla 17T. It gets the same 7,000mAh Si/C battery as the Pro model. For those keeping track at home, that’s a 500mAh boost compared to the global version. Charging is still capped at 67W. Outside of the battery boost on the 17T, and the additional 16GB RAM option on the 17T Pro, the Chinese variants offer the same core specs as the international models. Xiaomi 17T and 17T Pro key specs (machine translated) The 17T gets a 6.59-inch...

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Hacked, leaked, and held for ransom: the worst breaches of 2026 so far

From a massive DOGE data breach and the hacking of critical energy and water systems to the hack of an FBI surveillance system, here are the most damaging security incidents and data breaches of 2026.

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iPhone Fold photo leak, Nvidia RTX Spark is official, Week 23 in review

Another week, another couple of foldable iPhone stories. The first is a big one, coming straight from Ice Universe; it's a photo of the device in the wild. The photo shows the White/Silver finish of the inaugural foldable and confirms its stocky shape. Another rumor claims the foldable iPhone will have a vapor chamber for cooling. It's not surprising, given that the iPhone Pro models have a vapor chamber. Motorola unveiled the Edge (2026) for the US and Canadian markets. The phone brings a smaller 6.3-inch display than its predecessor and will go on sale on June 11 with a $600 price...

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Weekly deals: Xiaomi 17T series, 17 Ultra, and Google’s Pixel 10 phones on discount

The Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro, which were unveiled last month and went on sale last week, continue to be available with their launch offers intact. The flagship Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra are also currently discounted. In addition, deals are available on select Google Pixel models and several other smartphones. Xiaomi 17T is available with a £150 discount at checkout, whereas the Xiaomi 17T Pro is eligible for a £200 discount. The standard 17T comes with a 6.59-inch display, a Dimensity 8500 Ultra SoC, triple rear cameras, and a 6,500mAh battery. ...

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Weekly poll: will you buy the Motorola Razr Fold?

Motorola joined the flip foldable market pretty early on with the Razr 2019, a few months before Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Flip (a delayed launch meant that these two arrived very close together). However, Samsung had kicked things off with a book-style foldable the year before, while Motorola took this long to make its first. The Motorola Razr Fold is already available in multiple regions, starting with the UK and Europe, then India, the US and Canada. Motorola Razr Fold The Razr Fold features a 6.6” cover display, a 21:9 LTPO panel with 1080p+ resolution and up to...

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Xiaomi Pad 8 gets a price hike in India

The Xiaomi Pad 8, launched in India in March, has received a price hike in the country. The 8GB/128GB and 12GB/256GB models of the standard Pad 8, launched in India at INR33,999 and INR36,999, respectively, are now priced at INR35,999 and INR38,999, respectively. The Nano Texture Display version, having 12GB RAM and 256GB storage onboard, is now priced at INR40,999, up from INR38,999. The standard and Nano Texture models bundled with the Xiaomi Focus Pen Pro, and having the same 12GB/256GB configuration, cost INR43,999 and INR45,999, respectively. The Xiaomi Pad 8 is powered by...

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Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro's battery capacity will surprise you

Samsung is rumored to be launching the Galaxy S27 Pro alongside the Galaxy S27, Galaxy S27+, and Galaxy S27 Ultra in January. The Pro will apparently be a smaller Ultra, without an S Pen. It's allegedly going to have a 6.47-inch screen, and the same main camera and ultrawide as the Ultra (but a different telephoto). If you've been wondering what to expect from the Pro in terms of battery capacity, you probably assumed it would be lesser in this area than the Ultra considering its slightly smaller size. But the removal of the S Pen can work wonders, as it turns out. According to a new rumor...

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Weekly deals: Xiaomi 17 Ultra is €300 off, Pixel 10 phones and Moto Razr Fold get extra discounts

This week Amazon Germany is offering additional discounts at checkout for several high-profile phones. But first, let’s have a quick look at the Xiaomi 17T series that launched last week. Not much has changed, but if you have a Prime Student subscription, you can get 5% off. It doesn’t sound like much, but it works out to €50 off the Xiaomi 17T Pro, which is barely a week old. By the way, the tablet bundle deals from last week are still active. In the meantime, we have published a Xiaomi 17T vs. 17T Pro article to help you compare the two. ...

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Honor MagicPad4 battery life and charging tests: here are the results

The Honor MagicPad 2 12.3 from a couple of years ago received a good-but-not-great Active Use Score of 9:42h. It was dragged down by its so-so web browsing score of 7:56h. Today, we’re testing a newer generation 12.3” tablet from Honor – let’s see if it did any better. The Honor MagicPad4 has a 12.3” OLED panel with 3,000 x 1,920px resolution and a 10,100mAh battery. It’s the same size screen as the MagicPad 2, but with a higher top refresh rate (165Hz vs. 144Hz) and a higher peak brightness (2,400 nits vs. 1,600 nits). The battery capacity is essentially the same (the older slate is down...

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iPhone 18 Pro Max dimensions tipped

The iPhone 18 Pro series is expected to carry the same basic design as its predecessors and that will naturally extend to its dimensions. According to a new post from tipster Ice Universe, the 18 Pro Max (and we assume the 18 Pro) will measure 8.75 mm. That’s the same exact thickness as the 17 Pro models, which should not come as a surprise. The tipster further emphasizes that Apple’s continued focus on its first foldable phone – the iPhone Ultra has left the 18 Pro series without many novel features. This makes perfect sense as the Ultra or whatever it ends up being called will sit at...

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Samsung starts testing One UI 9 for the Galaxy S25 series

Samsung has released two Android 17-based One UI 9 beta updates for the Galaxy S26 series, and it's even testing One UI 9 for the unannounced Galaxy S26 FE. Now we hear the brand has started internal testing for the Galaxy S25 series smartphones as well. We don't know the build version of One UI 9 that Samsung is testing, but we expect the Korean brand to release the first One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S25 lineup in the coming weeks. Regarding the official debut of One UI 9, Samsung said that the upcoming folding smartphones will be the first to run it out of the box. Samsung is...

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OnePlus Turbo 6X, Turbo 6X Pro design and key specs officially revealed

After confirming that the OnePlus Turbo 6X and OnePlus Turbo 6X Pro are set to launch in China soon, the company has now unveiled the phones' designs, color options, key specifications, and RAM/storage variants. Both devices have been listed on OnePlus' official online store in China. Additionally, OnePlus China President Louis Li Jie has revealed that the Turbo 6X series will debut next week, although the company has yet to announce an exact launch date. OnePlus Turbo 6X (left) and OnePlus Turbo 6X Pro (right) The OnePlus Turbo 6X is confirmed to be powered by the MediaTek...

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Google brings Gemini to Android Go devices

Android (Go Edition) is made for low-end devices, optimized for low storage, low RAM, and low processing power. Now Google has announced that it's bringing Gemini to Android (Go Edition) phones, which have at least 2GB of RAM. It's called Gemini Go. 2GB has been the mandated minimum for (Go Edition) devices since Android 13 (Go Edition), so there are quite a few of them out there that meet this requirement. Gemini Go is described by Google as "a streamlined version of Gemini designed to help you stay connected and get things done, even on devices with lower storage". It replaces...

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Oura Ring 5 review: Thinner, lighter, better

The Ring 5, which Oura describes as the world’s smallest smart ring, is 40% smaller than its predecessor and starts at $399.

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Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ arrives with familiar specs

The new Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is now official in India, and it brings a familiar set of specs and looks. The 70 Pro+ is actually a rebadge of the global Edge 70 Pro featuring a 50MP telephoto camera with 3.5x optical zoom. It arrives in the three color options - Pantone Chicory Coffee (brown), Pantone Zinfandel (red) and Pantone Stormy Sea (blue). Edge 70 Pro+ features a 6.8-inch AMOLED with FHD+ resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. The panel is protected by Gorilla Glass 7i and features up to 5,200 nits peak local brightness. There’s a MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme under...

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Xiaomi 17T launched in India, watch our video review to know more about it

The Xiaomi 17T, unveiled last week, has launched in India. The smartphone comes in violet, blue, and black colors in India with two memory options - 12GB/256GB and 12GB/512GB, priced at INR59,999 ($625/€540) and INR64,999 ($680/€585), respectively. [#InlinePriceWidget,14652,1#] The Xiaomi 17T will go on sale in India starting June 10 via Xiaomi's Indian website, Amazon.in, and Xiaomi retail stores. Xiaomi also unveiled the 17T Pro last week, but it's unclear if and when it will launch in India. Xiaomi 17T's color options The Xiaomi 17T is powered by the Dimensity 8500...

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vivo X500 Pro Max's camera details leaked

More details about the rumored vivo X500 Pro Max have surfaced online. Just a day after a tipster revealed the display details of the device, the same source has now shared information regarding its rear camera system. According to the new leak, the Pro Max variant will feature a triple rear camera setup consisting of two 50MP sensors and a 200MP camera. vivo X300 Pro The primary camera is said to use Sony's 50MP 1/1.28-inch LOFIC sensor, while the periscope telephoto camera could be equipped with a 200MP 1/1.4-inch sensor. Meanwhile, vivo is also said to be testing an upgraded...

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Google launches fake call detection in its Phone app

Google today announced fake call detection for the Phone by Google app. This protects you from what the company refers to as "the growing threat of impersonation scams", which are now using AI deepfakes. Here's how these scams work. First, the scammers spoof the originating phone number of, say, one of your family members, "routing calls through internet-based software to make it appear as though the call is originating from a familiar contact", Google says. Then they use "easily accessible" AI deepfake technology to sound exactly like "an authority figure, family member, or...

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Realme P4R's key specs, design, price range, and launch date revealed

Realme has announced it will unveil the Realme P4R in India on June 10 at 12 PM local time. The Realme P4R will be powered by the Dimensity 6300 SoC, run Realme UI 7.0 out of the box, and offer up to 256GB of storage. The smartphone will feature a 144Hz display with 1,200 nits peak brightness, and fueling the entire package will be an 8,000 mAh battery, advertised to deliver three days of endurance on a single charge. The Realme P4R will support 45W wired charging, 27W reverse wired charging, and all-scenario bypass charging. Realme is advertising a "One Tap Cooling" feature that would...

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Honor X7e silently launched with a 7,500mAh battery

Honor has silently introduced a new budget 4G smartphone in select global markets. The phone’s called the Honor X7e and its key selling point is the large 7,500mAh battery. The Honor X7e is powered by the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra chipset and runs Android 16-based MagicOS 10.0. As mentioned in the beginning, the highlight of the phone is its large 7,500mAh battery, which supports 45W wired charging. In some regions, the handset will come with a 7,000mAh battery. The device sports a 6.6-inch LCD display up front with an HD+ resolution and a refresh rate of up to...

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra said to pack a bigger battery at the same weight as Fold7

After revealing new details about Samsung's upcoming wide-screen Galaxy Z Fold8, tipster Ice Universe has now shared fresh information about the successor to the Galaxy Z Fold7, which is widely rumored to launch as the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra. The tipster claims that the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra will maintain the same 215-gram weight as the Galaxy Z Fold7. However, the upcoming foldable is tipped to pack a larger 5,000mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leaked render Notably, Samsung offered a 4,400mAh battery on the Z Fold7. According to the tipster, the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra will...

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Samsung Galaxy A34, A25, A16 4G, M35, and A06 are also receiving One UI 8.5 stable update

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G received the One UI 8.5 stable update last week, which is now available for the Galaxy A16 4G as well. It's currently rolling out in South Korea with firmware version A165NKSU7DZE7. [#InlinePriceWidget,13346,1#] [#InlinePriceWidget,13383,1#] Additionally, Samsung has released the stable One UI 8.5 update for the Galaxy A34 and Galaxy A25 as well in South Korea with firmware versions A346NKSUEFZE6 and A256NKSU9EZE8, respectively. Samsung Galaxy A16 4G The Samsung Galaxy M35 and Galaxy A06 5G are also receiving the One UI 8.5 stable update, but in...

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Global vivo Y500 is coming in three versions

Back in September of last year, vivo launched the Y500 in China. Now, the company is readying not one, not two, but three global models that will seemingly all be called Y500 too. These have the model numbers V2627, V2634, and V2635, according to the Bluetooth SIG, which just certified all of them. Unfortunately, all that this certification process reveals is that all three models do have Bluetooth support, which isn't a surprise whatsoever. Why there are three different handsets, with three different model numbers, all called Y500, though - that's a mystery that will have to live on, for...

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Here's when Samsung is rumored to be launching the Galaxy Fit4

Samsung's Galaxy Fit3 fitness tracker made its debut in early 2024, so it's been quite a while since the Korean company has unveiled such a product. Fret not, however, for a new one is coming. According to a new report, Samsung is already busy working on the Galaxy Fit4. This model is expected to launch later this year. However, it will not be presented during the company's next Unpacked event, which is rumored to be taking place on July 22 in London. Instead, the Galaxy Fit4 will allegedly come a few months after that, likely around September. If so, then it will be launching...

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iPhone Ultra foldable tipped to offer a vapor chamber

Months ahead of its expected debut, a fresh leak has revealed another key detail about Apple’s rumored foldable smartphone, widely believed to launch as the iPhone Ultra. According to a tipster on Weibo, the foldable phone from Apple will feature a vapor chamber for improved thermal efficiency. Vapor chamber on the iPhone 17 Pro The tipster claims that Apple has achieved ‘impressive VC cooling performance’ on the iPhone Ultra. Apple’s first foldable is rumored to feature a thin chassis, especially when unfolded. Despite the space constraints due to a slim design, Apple appears to...

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Unastella, a South Korean rocket startup that launched from home, raises $24M

The Seoul-based rocket startup is developing its own launch vehicles and engines.

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Huawei nova 16 Ultra arrives with 200MP main cam and 7,000 mAh battery

Just as expected, Huawei unveiled its nova 16 series in China today with four members. The top dog in the rotation is the nova 16 Ultra, and it brings an impressive set of cameras and a substantial battery capacity. Nova 16 Ultra is armed with a 7,000 mAh battery, which supports 100W wired, 50W wireless and up to 7.5W reverse wireless charging. The phone also holds IP68 and IP69 ingress protection ratings. Up front, nova 16 Ultra features a 6.84-inch LTPO OLED with FHD+ resolution and a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate. The panel features Kunlun Glass protection and is rated at up...

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