• The OPPO Find X10 Pro Max ihas been launched in China along with the OPPO Find X10 and Find X10 Pro.
• All three cameras support 8K Log video, while 4K 120fps Dolby Vision works across focal lengths.
• The phone starts at CNY 6,799 (around Rs 97,200) in China, with global availability yet to be announced.

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OPPO has launched the OPPO Find X10 Pro Max in China as the first Pro Max model in the Find series and, more importantly, the world's first smartphone with three 200MP rear cameras. The phone is also among the first to feature MediaTek's new Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset, following the Vivo X500 Pro series.

The triple 200MP setup is the headline, but OPPO is also marketing the Find X10 Pro Max as a serious video camera, with 8K Log recording across all three lenses and 4K 120fps Dolby Vision at every focal length.

Specifications and features

The OPPO Find X10 Pro Max uses three 200MP Hasselblad-branded rear cameras. The 1/1.56-inch ultrawide has an f/2.2 aperture and 124-degree field of view, with OPPO claiming a 202 percent increase in light intake over the outgoing model. The main camera has an f/1.5 aperture and 17EV single-frame dynamic range, while the telephoto has the highest pixel count and largest aperture OPPO has used on a Pro Max telephoto, along with CIPA 7.5 stabilisation.

OPPO's second-generation Danxia colour reproduction lens works with its LUMO native light and shadow engine to maintain colour accuracy across different lighting conditions. The DeepPix sensor also increases full-well capacity by 60 percent, which is intended to retain more detail in high-contrast scenes.

For video, all three cameras support 8K Log recording, while 4K 120fps Dolby Vision works across focal lengths. Horizon stabilisation is also supported. OPPO has partnered with TILTA and Blackmagic Camera for Dolby Vision, O-Log2 and Open Gate recording.

The phone runs on the Dimensity 9600 Pro, MediaTek's 2nm flagship chipset, alongside ColorOS 17. OPPO's Tide Engine reduces the interval between 200MP photo captures to 0.7 seconds, while a new NPU developed with MediaTek powers AI features including Xiao Bu Space.

The Find X10 Pro Max also gets a 6.78-inch LTPO OLED display with a 1-nit minimum brightness, 3,600 nits peak brightness, 3,840Hz PWM dimming and 95 percent BT.2020 colour gamut coverage. A five-channel ambient light sensor adjusts brightness and colour based on surrounding lighting.

The design retains the squarish camera module from the previous generation, with a separate pill-shaped LED light module and Hasselblad-inspired details. The rear combines smooth metal with a woven texture and comes in Moon White, Warm Orange and Light Titanium. The phone has IP68, IP69 and IP66 ratings and a five-star SGS Switzerland drop and impact rating.

For camera-focused buyers, the triple 200MP setup gives OPPO a distinctive hardware proposition against flagships that typically reserve their highest-resolution sensor for the main camera. However, the practical advantage will depend on image processing and sensor performance.

Price and availability

The OPPO Find X10 Pro Max starts at CNY 6,799 (around Rs 97,000) for 12GB + 256GB. The 12GB + 512GB version costs CNY 7,499 (around Rs 1.07 lakh), the 16GB + 512GB variant costs CNY 7,999 (around Rs 1.14 lakh), and the 16GB + 1TB model is priced at CNY 8,999 (around Rs 1.29 lakh). OPPO hasn't announced global pricing or availability yet. For now, buyers outside China should wait for confirmation before treating the Find X10 Pro Max as an upcoming option in their market.

• Airtel has added Apple iCloud+, Apple TV and Apple Arcade to its Rs 999 and higher family postpaid plans.
• Airtel is currently the only Indian telecom operator officially bundling iCloud+ with its plans.
• Apple's iCloud+ plans start at Rs 75 per month in India, while Apple TV and Apple Arcade are now bundled with iCloud+ at no additional cost.

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Bharti Airtel has expanded the benefits of its Rs 999 and higher family postpaid plans by adding Apple's newly expanded iCloud+ subscription. Eligible customers will now get access to iCloud+, Apple TV and Apple Arcade, bringing cloud storage, entertainment and gaming into the same postpaid bundle.

The move comes after Apple recently expanded iCloud+ in India to include Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no additional cost. Airtel is now using that expanded bundle as another incentive for customers on its higher-value family plans.

Airtel Rs 999 family plan

Airtel's Rs 999 family postpaid plan covers three members and includes unlimited data with Fastlane technology, spam protection and entertainment subscriptions. The addition of iCloud+ gives customers a way to store, sync and back up photos, files, passwords and other information across Apple devices.

Apple TV provides access to Apple's original series, films and documentaries, including Ted Lasso, Severance, The Studio and CODA. Apple Arcade offers more than 200 games without ads or in-app purchases, with titles including Hello Kitty Island Adventure, Sneaky Sasquatch and NBA 2K26 Arcade Edition.

iCloud+ starts at Rs 75 per month for 50GB in India and can be shared with up to five family members through Family Sharing. For households already using multiple Apple devices, the storage and backup component could therefore be more useful than the entertainment additions.

Airtel is currently the only Indian telecom operator to officially bundle Apple's iCloud+ with its plans. Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea (Vi) do not offer an iCloud+ bundle, instead focusing their premium plans on their own cloud and entertainment partnerships. Jio, for instance, promotes its JioAICloud service alongside OTT benefits such as Netflix, Amazon Prime and JioStar. Vi's premium prepaid and postpaid offerings include multi-OTT access through its Vi Movies & TV platform. That gives Airtel a more direct proposition for Apple users, particularly families that already rely on iCloud for device backups and syncing.

For Airtel customers already considering the Rs 999 family plan, the expanded Apple bundle adds value without requiring another subscription. However, users should still compare the total postpaid cost with their actual need for family connectivity and Apple services. Someone who only wants 50GB of iCloud storage can get iCloud+ separately for Rs 75 a month, making the Airtel upgrade more relevant when the family plan's other benefits are useful too.

• Vivo X500 Ultra is reportedly planned for March or April 2027, although Vivo hasn't publicly announced the launch yet.
• The Ultra is speculated to bring a more advanced camera setup than the Vivo X500 Pro Max.
• The X500, X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max have appeared in European energy-registry listings, suggesting Vivo could be preparing a wider global rollout.

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Vivo may have one more flagship waiting in the wings. Just a day after launching the X500, X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max in China, the company has reportedly confirmed that a Vivo X500 Ultra is still in development and could launch in March or April 2027.

According to Weibo tipsters Smart Pikachu and Digital Chat Station, a Vivo executive indicated that the X500 Ultra will arrive in that window. A screenshot shared by Smart Pikachu appears to show the executive confirming the launch timing, although Vivo hasn't independently confirmed the claims. Android Authority also contacted Vivo for confirmation but had not received a response.

The report is significant because the Vivo X500 Pro Max was assumed to have filled the role previously occupied by Vivo's top-of-the-line Ultra models. The latest information suggests Vivo is instead keeping the Ultra as a separate tier.

Vivo X500 Ultra launch confirmed

This is the first time in a few months that we're hearing of the Vivo X500 Ultra, and also the first instance we heard of a 'Pro Max' in the flagship X series. The newly launched Vivo X500 Pro Max is already a serious camera flagship. It has a 50MP Sony LYTIA L910 main camera with a 1/1.28-inch sensor, 3-degree OIS and up to 17EV dynamic range, paired with a 200MP 1/1.4-inch periscope telephoto with 3.5x optical zoom and CIPA 7.0 stabilisation. It also supports a 400mm Zeiss telephoto extender. The phone runs on the Dimensity 9600 Pro and packs an 8,000mAh battery. That leaves the X500 Ultra with a fairly high bar to clear. Vivo could use the Ultra to focus more on imaging hardware, besides simply adding a faster chipset or larger battery.

What could make the Vivo X500 Ultra different?

The previous Vivo X300 Ultra (review) already shows how Vivo has separated the Ultra from its other flagships. It has a 200MP 1-inch-type Sony LYTIA 901 main camera, 200MP telephoto, 50MP ultrawide and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 with Vivo's VS1+ imaging chip. In India, the 16GB + 512GB model is priced at Rs 1,59,999, opening a new segment for Vivo.

Vivo could push that formula further with the X500 Ultra. An earlier leak in July suggested the company was testing 200MP periscope sensors in 1/1.12-inch, 1/1.3-inch and 1/1.4-inch sizes, while a 35 mm main-camera setup has also been under consideration. Vivo's recent Ultra phones have also supported dedicated camera accessories. The X200 Ultra offered a 200mm add-on lens, while the X300 Ultra introduced a 400mm telephoto extender. A similarly ambitious accessory could help distinguish the X500 Ultra from the Pro Max, particularly for long-range photography, though the X500 Pro and Pro Max also have their dedicated photography accessories this year.

For buyers considering the X500 Pro Max, the possible Ultra is mainly relevant if photography is the priority and there is no urgency to upgrade. The Pro Max already brings a large 200MP telephoto and 400mm accessory support, while the Ultra is still months away and its camera hardware remains unconfirmed. If Vivo follows the X300 Ultra playbook, the X500 Ultra could instead be positioned as a more specialised photography flagship, with bigger sensors, more advanced imaging hardware and dedicated camera accessories justifying its place above the Pro Max.

Display and picture quality

Both models use a Premium QLED direct-lit 4K UHD panel with 500 nits of typical brightness and 94% DCI-P3 colour gamut. HDR support covers Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG. The two models differ in panel finish. The 100-inch uses an anti-glare matte panel suited to bright rooms, while the 85-inch uses a glossy panel for punchier contrast in controlled lighting. Picture processing is handled by Vu's proprietary 144Hz Iconium 4K AI Processor with AI Picture, Intelligent Scene Recognition, and AI Upscaling. The system runs on 3GB RAM and 32GB storage.

Motion and gaming

Both models offer a 120Hz native refresh rate with 240Hz High-Speed Refresh, 144Hz VRR, MEMC, ALLM, and a dedicated Game Mode with Game Dashboard including crosshair controls. Vu notes that high-refresh 4K, VRR, and ALLM remain rare features on home projectors, a legitimate competitive differentiation for sports and gaming use cases.

Audio

The 100-inch carries a 108W 2.1-channel VuFX system with two speakers and a dedicated subwoofer. The 85-inch uses a 65W 2.2-channel VuFX system with two speakers and two woofers. Both support Dolby Atmos. The standout audio feature is AI-powered room acoustic mapping. The TV plays a test tone, the Bluetooth remote's built-in microphone captures how sound travels through the room, and the Iconium processor calibrates speaker output accordingly. Vu says the process takes minutes and requires no specialist visit.

Smart platform and connectivity

Google TV handles the smart platform. Two Bluetooth voice remotes with far-field microphones support hands-free voice search, alongside dedicated hotkeys for Cricket, Cinema, Picture, Sound, and Wi-Fi. Apple AirPlay, Chromecast, and Apple HomeKit are supported.

Connectivity covers four HDMI ports, two USB ports, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, optical audio out, and ARC and eARC. A three-sided bezel-less design in silver-grey with single-wire installation and tabletop or wall-mount options keeps setup simple. Vu is offering delivery and installation within two hours.

The projector argument

Vu's core proposition is that buyers considering a large-format home theatre setup should consider the Ultra Large as a simpler, all-in-one alternative to a projector, external screen, and separate sound system. The TV works in any lighting condition, requires no screen alignment or calibration beyond the initial room acoustic mapping, and avoids the ongoing maintenance associated with projector lamps. Whether this argument resonates will depend on individual buyer priorities. Projector enthusiasts who value specific image characteristics may not be swayed, but buyers who want large-screen scale with television-level simplicity are the clear target.

Direct price comparisons with competing 100-inch TVs from LG, Samsung, or Hisense are difficult to confirm precisely without current pricing data. However, based on publicly available information from earlier in this conversation, Hisense's 100-inch Micro RGB evo launched in India at Rs 12,99,990, making the Vu Ultra Large's Rs 2,50,000 price for 100 inches significantly more accessible. The trade-off is that Vu's QLED direct-lit panel does not offer the local dimming precision of Mini LED or Micro RGB evo technology. Buyers for whom absolute picture quality is the priority should weigh that difference carefully. For buyers for whom screen size and value are the primary considerations, the Ultra Large makes a strong case.

• OPPO Reno 16c has received its first price hike after its debut in July.
• The A6 series sits in the budget segment under Rs 30,000 and Rs 20,000. 
• OPPO has increased prices by up to Rs 7,000. 

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OPPO has increased the prices of four of its smartphones in India. Starting with the Reno 16c, this phone now starts at Rs 49,999. OPPO's A6 series has also seen a price hike across the lineup, from the A6 and A6x to the budget A6c 4G smartphone. Price hikes continue to hit the smartphone market as brands grapple with rising memory costs due to huge demand. 

OPPO Reno 16c price hike

The Reno 16c launched in India this July alongside the Reno 16. The smartphone was priced at Rs 46,999 for the base variant with 8GB RAM and 128 storage, which now costs Rs 49,999. The other two variants are more expensive too, with the 12GB + 256GB variant touching Rs 59,999. At this new price, the Reno 16c is still a good buy for its compact and stylish design, 3.5x telephoto lens, and large 7,000mAh battery. Performance might be a bit underwhelming, as alternatives have faster chipsets and better optimisation. 

OPPO A6 5G, A6x 5G price hike

The OPPO A6 is seeing another price hike in India. It now starts at Rs 29,999 for the base variant with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage. With the OPPO A6, you get a 7,000mAh battery, MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, and a 120Hz display. While these specs make for a decent package, the base model offers only 4GB of RAM, which might be limiting when it comes to performance, especially if you're using AI features. So you might want to consider alternatives before making any buying decision.

As for the A6x 5G, it's a budget phone under Rs 20,000. The 4GB + 64GB base model is priced at Rs 19,999, after a Rs 1,000 price hike. The A6x launched at Rs 12,499 when it debuted in India last December. It's a basic budget phone with a 120Hz display, Dimensity 6300 SoC, a 6,500mAh battery, and a 13MP rear camera. 

OPPO A6c 4G price hike 

The budget OPPO A6c 4G smartphone has also seen a price hike in India. What used to cost Rs 16,999 for the base 4GB + 64GB variant is now available at Rs 17,999. It comes in another 4GB + 128GB variant, which is priced at Rs 19,999. Although a 4G smartphone, the OPPO A6c stands out for its 7,000mAh battery, which makes it a good choice for those who rely on multi-day usage. 

• Apple recently raised the price of iPhone 17 from Rs 82,900 to Rs 99,900 in India.
• The Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2026 kicks off on October 9th.
• The Samsung Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 FE could also fetch some discounts.

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Just last week, Flipkart officially announced the start date for this year's Big Billion Days Sale and revealed the bank offers and discounts included in the event. Now, a new microsite is live on the e-commerce platform under the 'Mobiles' section, teasing the iPhone 17's discounted selling price. With Apple raising prices on older iPhones, the sale could give interested buyers a chance to grab last year's still-capable base iPhone at an attractive price if they couldn't do so earlier.

iPhone 17 deal teased for Flipkart Big Billion Days Sales 2026

If you head over to Flipkart's 'Mobile' section and select the Big Billion Days Sale 2026 header, you'll notice the iPhone 17's banner that mentions "From Rs 7x,xxx*", indicating that the smartphone will sell for under Rs 80,000 with all the price cuts and bank discounts included. We can't determine the final selling price yet since we don't know what the asterisks in the teaser mean. The sale begins on October 9th, while Flipkart Black and VIP members will get access 24 hours early.

While the iPhone 17 is currently listed for Rs 98,900 on Flipkart, Apple officially hiked the smartphone price from Rs 82,900 to Rs 99,900 right after launching the iPhone 18 Pro series and iPhone Duo on September 9th. With the upcoming sale, buyers can hopefully get some relief by avoiding paying the hiked price and still get a good deal on the iPhone 17, given the current market situation.

The smartphone features dual 48MP rear cameras, while an 18MP front camera handles selfies and group shots. Given our experience with the iPhone 17 (review), it captures excellent photos in both daylight and low-light conditions by default in 24MP, with the 48MP mode adding more detail to the images. However, lens flare can be an issue, especially with streetlights or reflections. It gets a 6.3-inch OLED panel with 120Hz ProMotion for smooth scrolling and transitions, while the A19 processor continues to deliver strong, efficient performance even today. If a telephoto lens isn't your priority, the iPhone 17 is worth considering in the sale for heavy multitasking, content creation, and gaming.

Other smartphone deals teased for Flipkart BBD Sale

Apart from the iPhone 17, the Samsung Galaxy S25 is teased to sell for under Rs 60,000 down from the usual price of Rs 79,999, while the Galaxy S25 FE could be available for under Rs 50,000 during the Flipkart sale.

Both of these smartphones could turn out to be a decent buy for anyone looking for a flagship smartphone experience with inclusion of bright Super AMOLED panels, flexible cameras, IP68 ratings, wireless charging, and, of course, mature, polished software in the form of One UI 8.5, which is filled with AI features to the brim. 

• MediaTek has launched its Dimensity CX C10 Max chipset for Googlebooks.
• The 3nm chip brings an 11-core GPU and dedicated NPU for AI tasks.
• The MediaTek-powered device could be Lenovo's rumoured Googlebook tablet.

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Googlebook is getting another hardware partner, with MediaTek confirming that its new Dimensity CX C10 Max chip will power an upcoming Lenovo device running Googlebook OS. The processor joins Intel and Qualcomm as another platform for Google's new laptop ecosystem. Here's what you need to know. 

MediaTek brings its new chipset to Googlebook

According to 9to5 Google's report, the MediaTek-powered device will not be the already announced 15-inch Lenovo Googlebook, which uses an Intel processor. Instead, the chip is expected to appear in a rumoured Lenovo tablet running Googlebook OS.

The Dimensity CX C10 Max is the first chip from MediaTek's new CX range for computers. It uses a 3nm manufacturing process and an eight-core CPU, alongside an 11-core GPU and a dedicated NPU for AI workloads. To put it simply, the NPU handles AI tasks separately from the main processor, allowing features such as Gemini to run more efficiently.

MediaTek says the chip can deliver up to 55 TOPS of AI performance, a measure of how many trillion AI operations the NPU can perform each second. The company is also focusing heavily on efficiency, claiming that the chip can support thin, light and fanless devices while still offering all-day battery life. MediaTek's Dimensity series chipsets have already shown these capabilities in flagship smartphones, so there's a decent credibility to this claim. 

For regular users, that means a quieter machine, longer battery life and enough processing capabilities for multitasking and AI-assisted features without the need of a powerful cooling system. The C10 Max also supports LPDDR5X memory, UFS 4.0 storage and Wi-Fi 7, although the final configuration will depend on Lenovo's device. 

MediaTek gives Googlebook more room to grow

The addition of MediaTek gives Googlebook another hardware option at a time when the platform has just set its foot in the market. The first Googlebooks from Acer, ASUS and Lenovo use Intel processors, while Dell and HP have adopted Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite. MediaTek is now bringing its own ARM-based platform to the ecosystem with a focus on AI and power efficiency.

More hardware options are definitely something to look forward to as Googlebook expands into different configurations and more affordable variants. The key challenge, however, remains the same one we have seen since Google first announced the platform. Google needs to show that Googlebook OS and Gemini can offer enough actual utility to justify moving away from the much more established Windows, Linux and macOS ecosystems.

The MediaTek-powered Lenovo device could be a good reference point in answering that question. It isn't simply another premium laptop, so it can instead showcase whether Googlebook can scale into tablets and other hybrid devices while keeping the same AI-first experience.

• The Xiaomi 18 Pro and Pro Max launch in China on September 23rd.
• Xiaomi 18 Pro and Pro Max will feature Leica dual 200MP cameras, including a 200MP periscope telephoto.
• The series introduces Super Pixel Display 2.0, a hardware-level privacy display that can reduce side-angle brightness to around 1 percent.

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Vivo kicked off the flagship season yesterday with the launch of the X500 series and OPPO is following today with the debut of the Find X10 phones. In the same week, Xiaomi also unveils its headliners and in a bid to differentiate, the company is putting cameras and display privacy at the centre of its next flagship generation. The Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are set to launch in China on September 23rd, with the company confirming a Leica dual 200MP camera system and a hardware-level privacy display ahead of the launch.

Xiaomi 18 Pro, Pro Max cameras detailed

The camera setup on the Xiaomi 18 Pro phones pairs a 200MP main camera using a large 1/1.28-inch sensor with a 200MP periscope telephoto featuring a 1/1.56-inch sensor. The telephoto has an f/2.4 aperture, a native 75 mm focal length, 3.2x optical zoom and up to 12.8x lossless zoom. Its floating dual-lens focusing system can focus as close as 12cm, allowing the telephoto to also be used for macro photography.

Xiaomi says the telephoto's light intake has increased by 280 percent on the Xiaomi 18 Pro compared with its predecessor, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max gets an 83 percent increase. The combination of a large sensor and 200MP resolution gives Xiaomi's new phones a particularly high-resolution setup for both standard and zoom photography.

For comparison, Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra uses a 200MP main camera alongside a 50MP telephoto. Xiaomi is putting the same 200MP resolution on both of its key cameras, although that alone doesn't determine image quality. Processing, stabilisation and sensor performance will still play a role in how the cameras perform in real-world use.

The Xiaomi 18 Pro series will also feature a secondary rear display, although Xiaomi hasn't yet revealed the full set of functions it will offer but its speculated to be tied to AI generation.

Xiaomi 18 Pro privacy display

The other major feature is Super Pixel Display 2.0, which brings hardware-level privacy protection to the phones. Samsung introduced this with the Galaxy S26 Ultra, which featured a built-in Privacy Display designed to restrict what can be seen from an angle. Xiaomi's implementation uses two sets of pixels, including dedicated privacy pixels with physical baffles that restrict their beam angle. When privacy mode is activated, the standard pixels switch off and the privacy pixels remain active. Xiaomi says brightness can fall to around 1 percent when viewed beyond 60 degrees, making the screen difficult for people beside the user to see.

Users can activate the feature through Quick Settings, a customisable AI key or Xiao AI voice controls. It can also be configured for individual apps, pages and locations. The front camera can reportedly detect someone looking over the user's shoulder and automatically warn the user or darken the sides of the display.

The technology is now spreading beyond Samsung. Huawei has also introduced a hardware-based privacy display on the Mate XT 2 foldable, showing that display privacy is emerging as another area of contention.

Specifications and availability

The Xiaomi 18 Pro and Pro Max will pack 7,000mAh and 8,500mAh batteries, respectively, with support for 100W wired and 50W wireless charging. Their displays use Xiaomi's new Super Pixel Display 2.0 with M11 light-emitting material, while the bezels have been reduced to 0.99mm, compared with 1.18mm on the previous generation. The panel can reach up to 4,000 nits and supports BT.2020 colour gamut coverage.

The two phones will use different versions of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, with the Pro getting the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and the Pro Max receiving the higher-tier version.

Xiaomi has confirmed the China launch for September 23rd, but pricing and global availability remain unannounced. There is also no word on an India launch. The Xiaomi 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max were not launched in India, so buyers here should wait for Xiaomi to confirm its plans rather than assume the new Pro models will arrive. For those considering a flagship camera phone, the dual 200MP cameras and built-in privacy display are the two features worth watching when the full specifications and pricing are revealed.

• boAt CREST AI brings several AI features to boAt TWS.
• It provides voice communication features through different apps and translations.
• CREST AI is available in select boAt TWS. 

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boAt has announced 'CREST AI', an AI platform built with Google Gemini. With this launch, the Indian audio brand is positioning its latest earbuds as more than conventional listening devices, introducing what it calls ‘Intelligent Ears', which are earbuds designed to listen, understand, converse, and assist users through voice. CREST AI is available in select boAt TWS from the Airdopes and Nirvana series. 

What is boAt CREST AI?

boAt says that the idea behind CREST AI is to make AI accessible without requiring users to reach for their smartphones or interact with a screen. Instead, users can access AI-powered features directly through compatible boAt earbuds using voice commands. At the centre of the platform are three features: Crest Ask, G-Assist, and Crest Translate.

Crest Ask allows users to interact with AI through their earbuds. Users can ask questions, explore topics, learn new information, and continue conversations with follow-up questions without having to type queries on their smartphones.

G-Assist takes this a step further by connecting AI with everyday productivity services. It integrates with Google Gmail, Google Tasks and Google Calendar, allowing users to perform tasks through voice. For example, users can ask the assistant to summarise their day, check their schedule, or reply to an email without opening their phones.

The third feature, Crest Translate, enables real-time two-way translation across more than 25 languages. This is aimed at helping people communicate when they speak different languages, with the translation taking place through the earbuds.

The first product to showcase the new platform is the boAt Airdopes Prime 800 D. Along with CREST AI, the earbuds feature Dolby Audio and 11mm dynamic drivers tuned to boAt's Signature Sound. The Airdopes Prime 800 D offers up to 45 hours of total playback and supports Multipoint Connectivity. It also comes with four microphones and boAt's AI-ENx technology for voice and call-related applications.

CREST AI is also available on the boAt Airdopes Prime 701 ANC and boAt Nirvana Ion ANC, giving users multiple options to access the company's new AI platform. boAt says more CREST AI-powered products will be introduced as it expands the technology across its upcoming audio devices.

AI features are increasingly becoming part of the true wireless earbuds segment. However, they've generally been tied to a smartphone or a specific voice assistant. While boAt's AI features do sound quite useful, we'll have to see how they actually work in real-time, especially with getting tasks done through specific apps or translating languages. 

If you are primarily looking for music, calls, and everyday wireless audio, there are already plenty of options in boAt's lineup and the wider TWS market. However, if you want to experiment with voice-based AI, CREST AI makes the new boAt earbuds more interesting.

• OnePlus N6 Lite is priced at Rs 16,999.
• It's the most affordable OnePlus phone yet.
• The smartphone's highlight is its 7,000mAh battery. 

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OnePlus N6 Lite has launched in India as the latest smartphone from the brand's budget N series. It's the third phone in the lineup, joining the OnePlus N6 and N6x. It's also the most affordable OnePlus smartphone yet, priced at Rs 16,999. With the N6 Lite, OnePlus has expanded its presence further in the budget segment. 

OnePlus N6 Lite price in India 

OnePlus N6 Lite is priced at Rs 16,999 for the sole configuration with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. The smartphone is now on sale via Amazon India, OnePlus.in, the OnePlus Store App, OnePlus Experience Stores, and select retail outlets across India. The N6 Lite is available in Midnight Hype and Neo Green.

OnePlus N6 Lite specifications

OnePlus N6 Lite's highlight is its 7,000mAh battery, which the company claims can deliver up to three days of usage on a single charge. It's also said to deliver up to 26.8 hours of video playback, 29.9 hours of Google Maps navigation, and 49.7 hours of phone calls on a single charge. At this price point, most phones offer 5,000mAh to 6,000mAh batteries, so the N6 Lite could have an advantage here.

The battery is rated to retain more than 80 percent of its health even after six years. It comes with 15W wired charging and reverse charging, allowing users to charge other compatible devices.

The OnePlus N6 Lite features a 6.75-inch HD+ (1570×720 pixels) LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness up to 900 nits. The display also features Aqua Touch, which helps maintain touch responsiveness when the screen has water, moisture, or oil on its surface. It weighs 215g and measures 8.95mm in thickness. It also carries an IP64 rating for dust and water resistance and MIL-STD-810H military-grade durability certification. OnePlus is additionally promising 36-Month Fluency Protection, aimed at maintaining the phone's performance across display quality, durability, and everyday usage over three years.

For photography, the N6 Lite houses a 13MP primary rear camera and a 5MP selfie camera. The main camera is capable of taking images at 50MP through the High-Res mode. The smartphone is powered by the UNISOC T7250 processor, which should be able to handle everyday tasks. The smartphone also comes with up to 8GB of virtual RAM, along with expandable storage of up to 2TB via a microSD card. You get AI-powered features such as AI Clear Face and AI Eraser, along with Google Gemini and a 3.5mm headphone jack with the N6 Lite. 

OnePlus N6 Lite could appeal to buyers who want a budget phone with a large battery, durable build, and AI features at a budget price. The smartphone is designed for basic usage and reliable battery life. If you're looking for a performance-centric phone or better cameras, you might want to consider alternatives or increase your budget. 

• Vivo V80 is officially confirmed to launch in India on October 6
• The company has confirmed 4K Cinematic Video, a 7,200mAh battery, and OriginOS 7 out of the box
• The phone will feature a redesigned camera plateau

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Vivo has announced the India launch date for the Vivo V80, the successor to last year's Vivo V70. The company has confirmed the phone will debut on October 6, 2026, and it will be the first V-series phone to ship with the latest OriginOS 7 software. The V80 is very much a camera-centric phone, as expected, with features like 4K Cinematic Video and AI Diwali Portrait 2.0, among others.

Vivo V80 details confirmed so far

Vivo's latest announcement leans heavily on the phone's content-creation capabilities. The company says the V80 will support 4K Cinematic Video and 4K 60fps video capture, built around the idea of turning everyday moments and festive celebrations into shareable content. Alongside this, Vivo has confirmed over 30 AI-powered creative features, including something it's calling AI Diwali Portrait 2.0, timed conveniently ahead of the festive season.

On the hardware side, Vivo has officially confirmed a 7,200mAh battery, a jump from the V70's 6,500mAh cell. The company has also confirmed the V80 will ship with OriginOS 7 out of the box, making it the first V-series phone to launch on Vivo's latest software.

Vivo V80 specifications still rumoured

Vivo hasn't officially revealed the chip, RAM, display, or camera specs yet, but leaks and certifications have surfaced ahead of the official reveal. A Geekbench listing tied to model number V2648 (matching an earlier BIS certification) points to a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC, the same chipset used in the V70, alongside at least 8GB of RAM. The benchmark scores from that listing (1070 single-core, 3552 multi-core) are close to the V70's numbers, suggesting this generation's performance jump will be modest. However, it's best to take this with a pinch of salt until Vivo confirms the chipset.

On design, Vivo's official teasers show a large camera plateau with two vertically stacked camera rings and a smaller tertiary sensor, a notable shift away from the squircle-shaped module on the V70, and one that looks closer to Apple's recent Pro iPhones. The phone has been teased in orange and sky blue colourways, with Zeiss branding also visible.

Pricing hasn't been confirmed either, though rumours suggest the V80 could launch above Rs 55,000, where the V70 currently sits following recent price hikes. Current V70 users might want to see the complete feature set and pricing before considering an upgrade.

Ramineni also discusses the critical boundary between AI automation and human judgement, the company's strict data privacy standards, and its strategic focus on India. As Fireflies.ai's second-largest market by users, India is actively driving the company's roadmap, prompting support for 11 regional languages and the development of a localised, lower-cost pricing tier.

1. Fireflies built its brand on transcription and summarisation. What specific architectural or technical shifts were required to move Fireflies from a passive meeting observer to an active 'AI Teammate' capable of executing multi-step tasks across external tools?

We started Fireflies in the pre-LLM era, four years before the technology even existed, so the first real shift was getting transcription accurate enough to build anything on top of. The next shift was LLMs. We got early access to the OpenAI APIs almost a year before most people did. That's what took us from "here's what was said" to actually understanding it, summarising it, identifying action items, and following context.

Fireflies already have the context across your meetings, your inbox, and the apps you work in, and it uses that to actually do the work: drafting the email, updating the CRM, creating the report. That's the part that goes beyond understanding; it goes into those tools and gets it done. You don't need a dozen separate tools for each of those tasks. You need one AI teammate that already has the context to execute them.

2. You are planning to roll out multiple new capabilities over the next year. How will Fireflies break out of the virtual meetings to become an everyday execution layer across broader enterprise workflows?

We already have. Fireflies started as an AI Notetaker because meetings were the easiest place to capture what's going on. That's not the only place anymore, it's in the inbox, in Slack, CRM, and across 100+ tools you use.

Work doesn't happen in one place. It's a meeting, then an email, then a Slack thread, then a CRM update, and most software only sees one piece of that, especially across a team: a deal moving through sales, a candidate moving through recruiting, a ticket moving through different owners. Enterprise workflows usually break at the handoff, not inside anyone meeting.

That's the next phase we're already in, rolling out products built on the same idea: gather the context so you're never re-explaining yourself, then actually do the work and take the action for you.

3. Voice Agents have already logged 40,000+ conversations globally. What is the most complex, end-to-end workflow a Voice Agent is currently handling post-call without human intervention?

The two top use cases are screening calls and sales discovery calls. For recruiting: you set up the Voice Agent once. Fireflies run the calls, ask the questions, and follow up based on the candidate's answers. Right after the call, it prepares a clean summary and a scorecard and pushes the notes into your ATS. Nobody has to write anything up or enter it manually. Our own recruiting team has saved more than 800 hours doing exactly this.

For sales: Fireflies runs the discovery call, qualifies the lead, and structures what it learned into a clean sales-qualification summary. The moment the call ends, that goes straight into the CRM as ready-to-use notes. No rep has to sit down and type it.

4. As AI takes on more operational tasks generated during live conversations, what work should businesses confidently delegate to AI, and where must humans permanently remain in control?

Delegate anything high-volume and low-ambiguity – screening, qualification, follow-through, drafting, notes, routing. If the job is "capture this and get it where it needs to go", AI should already be doing that, not eventually.

Where I draw the line is judgement calls that actually affect a person, hiring decisions, anything financial, anything where the right answer depends on context a model genuinely can't see. AI should get you to the decision faster with better information in hand. It shouldn't be the one making it.

5. India is your second-largest market. How are local enterprise demands driving your engineering roadmap, particularly regarding regional language support and India-specific pricing structures?

India has always been an important market for us, our second largest by users, and we've tripled paid teams there over the past two years. When a market shows up that clearly, we build for it. We already support 11 Indian languages, Hindi, Punjabi, Gujarati, Bengali, Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Assamese, Marathi, and Sindhi, as part of our broader 100+ language coverage, and that list grows every time we see real demand for the next one.

We're also building a regional plan specifically for India, a lower-cost tier for a market that's price-sensitive but growing fast. More to share on that soon. Beyond that, there's no separate "India roadmap". We listen to every customer everywhere, and India just generates a lot of that signal because it's such a large share of our base.

6. "How do you plan to leverage India's AI talent pool to fuel Fireflies' next growth phase, and what specific technical or product roles are you prioritizing as you expand the local team?"

Fireflies is a fully remote company, with 120+ people working from wherever they are around the world. We hire for talent, not geography. That said, we've historically seen a lot of excellent people come out of India, across engineering, product, and non-engineering roles alike. India has an exceptional technology and AI talent pool, and we expect the team here to keep growing as Fireflies expands. 

7. Granting AI agents deep contextual access across connected workplace systems naturally increases security risks. How does Fireflies balance proactive autonomy with granular data privacy and enterprise governance?

The more context Fireflies have, the more useful it becomes, but that only works if businesses trust how that context gets handled. Fireflies don't train AI models on customer data. Customers keep control of their information, and admins control who can access it and how. We also hold ourselves to SOC 2 Type II, GDPR, and HIPAA standards.

But trust isn't just a certification. It's also about what you let an AI actually do. Reading something, drafting something, and taking an action are three different levels of authority, and they deserve three different permission levels, not one blanket "yes." The goal isn't to give AI as much autonomy as possible. It's to give it exactly enough to take the busywork off your plate, while you stay in control of the decisions that actually matter.

• Vivo S60t has appeared on China Telecom with a 7,200mAh battery, up to 12GB RAM and 512GB storage.
• The phone could launch globally as the Vivo V80, which is rumoured to use the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 and arrive in India in early October.
• Vivo is also expected to introduce the S2 FE as the V80 Lite

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A new Vivo smartphone has appeared on China Telecom's product database, potentially offering an early look at the phone that could eventually launch globally as the Vivo V80. The listing identifies the device as Vivo V2620A, with the model number previously appearing on the Google Play Supported Devices List, where it was linked to the Vivo S60t moniker.

Vivo S60t specifications and design

The China Telecom listing reveals a 6.59-inch display, a 7,200mAh battery and a triple rear-camera setup. Its design also resembles the recently teased Vivo V80, adding weight to speculation that the S60t could be a China-market version of the upcoming V-series phone, which is confirmed to launch in October.

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The listing shows a phone with a centred punch-hole display and a large camera plateau on the rear. The module houses two prominent circular camera rings alongside a smaller sensor and flash. The phone is shown in Starry Sea, Midsummer Night and Early Summer Green colour options. The overall design is also consistent with the Vivo S60 series, supporting speculation that the S60t could be rebranded as a V80 for international markets.

The listed dimensions are 157.52 x 74.33 x 7.89 mm, with a weight of 206 gms. The listing mentions 8GB + 128GB, 12GB + 256GB and 12GB+ 512GB configurations. It also shows a 50MP front camera and a 50MP + 50MP + 8MP rear camera setup.

The highlight is the 7,200mAh battery, which would be a sizeable increase over the Vivo V70's 6,500mAh cell. This is another indication that this could be the Chinese version of the Vivo V80, as our previous report indicated the phone will launch with the same battery capacity. The listing also points to Android 17, although the exact software branding remains unconfirmed.

The processor is another clue. The Vivo V80 has previously appeared in a Geekbench listing with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, the same chipset used by its predecessor. That prototype had 8GB of RAM, although the China Telecom listing indicates that more memory configurations could be offered.

Vivo has already teased the V80 in India, promising AI camera features, improved low-light photography, the biggest battery in a V-series phone and a smooth display. Rumoured features include an AI Creative Camera mode with more than 30 effects and a Live Sticker Collage feature. For existing V-series users, particularly those on older models, the battery and camera upgrades could make the new phone more meaningful than a routine generation refresh.

The Vivo S2 FE is separately rumoured to launch globally as the Vivo V80 Lite. It could bring an even larger 10,000mAh battery with 44W charging, alongside a 6.84-inch 1.5K 120Hz AMOLED display, Dimensity 7300e chipset, 50MP rear camera and 32MP front camera. That would give Vivo two different battery-focused propositions: the V80 for buyers seeking a more premium, camera-centric phone and the S2 FE/V80 Lite for those prioritising endurance at a lower price. 

• Users can expect multiple design changes and new customisation options on OriginOS 7.
• Liquid, glass-like translucent materials have been added to OriginOS 7 with multiple visual profiles.
• The OriginOS 7 beta update is now live for Vivo X300 Pro and iQOO 15 in India.

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Following the release of the X500, X500 Pro, and X500 Pro Max in China, Vivo's next-generation custom skin based on Android 17, OriginOS 7, is now official for global markets. This comes just after Vivo and iQOO closed applications for the OriginOS 7 Preview Program, which lets selected Vivo X300 Pro and iQOO 15 users beta test the software before its stable release. With this iteration, Vivo brings in design enhancements, productivity and performance boosts, and multiple customisation options, among other things.

OriginOS 7 key features, design changes, improvements

Upgraded Origin Design and Dynamic Translucent Material: Vivo has upgraded the Origin Design language introduced with OriginOS 6 by adding Dynamic Glow to various elements. As a result, touch elements bounce, stretch, and flow naturally with liquid dynamics tracking finger direction and speed. Then there's a liquid, glass-like translucent material with three visual profiles, Real, Natural, and Soft. Users can make elements such as the quick settings panel, navigation bars, and buttons clearer or tinted based on their choice.

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Interactive Lockscreen and homescreen: OriginOS 7 brings multiple lockscreen themes, such as Wiggle, Glint, and Pet Pals, that add distinct visual flair statically or through user input, such as screen interaction or tilting the phone. Then there's the StickIt feature, which lets you add pre-defined or self-created stickers to the lockscreen or home screen.

Origin Workbench: Initially found on Vivo's foldable smartphones and tablets on OriginOS 6, Origin Workbench is a desktop-grade multitasking workspace that lets you comfortably organise and run up to five active apps simultaneously on a single screen.

Performance Boosts: With OriginOS 7, Vivo has redesigned computing, memory, and graphics architecture, providing 10 percent faster cold app launches and 11 percent faster page switching. The graphics rendering efficiency has been boosted by 14.4 percent, eliminating frame drops across system animations.

Memory has been optimised to deliver 60 percent greater memory reclamation and free up to 25 GB of storage space on a 256 GB drive.

Ecosystem improvements: Users can now seamlessly pair their Vivo or iQOO smartphone with Apple Watches to sync notifications and workout metrics into Origin Health. This will also enable displaying AirPods status (battery & spatial audio) directly within the Origin Island. Furthermore, Vivo has added iCloud integration that allows native file browsing inside the Vivo File Manager, while Vivo Office Kit handles screen handoffs with Mac, iPad, and Windows.

These ecosystem improvements let users stay on Vivo and iQOO smartphones even if they own a macOS-based device for professional work, without losing out to Apple iPhones.

OriginOS 7 rollout details

As noted above, OriginOS 7 Preview Program is already live for the Vivo X300 Pro and iQOO 15 in India. After yesterday's unveiling, the beta update will roll out for these devices in Thailand and Malaysia. However, neither Vivo nor iQOO have revealed an OriginOS 7 rollout schedule for other eligible devices as of now. But as has been the case previously, the rollout timeline should be revealed in a few days from now, now that the skin has gone global.

Some of the initial batch of devices getting the beta update in India could include the Vivo X300, X300 Ultra, X200T, while the on the iQOO camp, the iQOO 15R could be next in line to receive the OriginOS 7 beta update. Meanwhile, several iQOO 15 and Vivo X300 Pro devices that registered for the Preview Program have already started receiving the OTA update, according to several X posts.

While we haven't tested OriginOS 7 yet, the new Translucent Material certainly brings freshness and immersion to the UI, even if it may seem inspired by Apple's iOS 26. The Atomic Workbench could come in handy to boost productivity, since it lets users handle five apps at a time, while ecosystem integration with Apple devices means users can enjoy the best of Android and Apple's operating systems without fully investing in a single-branded ecosystem of devices.

• The Vivo V80 launch in India has officially been teased with an iPhone-like camera plateau.
• The handset could be powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC and run the latest Android 17 out of the box.
• The Vivo V80 is also expected to house a 7,200mAh battery.

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The Vivo V80 is heading to India pretty soon. A week after it was officially teased, the handset has allegedly appeared on the benchmarking website Geekbench. The Vivo V80 has appeared on the website with model number V2648. This is the same model number which appeared on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification database a few days ago. While BIS didn't confirm details, the Geekbench listing has shed some light on the Vivo V80's key specifications.

Vivo V80 specifications (rumoured)

The Vivo V80 could debut with a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC at its core. If so, it will be the same SoC that powers its predecessor, the Vivo V70 (review). The prototype that ran the benchmark confirms at least an 8GB RAM variant for the upcoming smartphone. Furthermore, it will boot Android 17 out of the box, which could be layered with the latest OriginOS 7.

The single-core benchmark score of the smartphone could be 1070, while on multi-core, it clocks 3552. These scores are within the same ballpark as the Vivo V70, making the upgrade a little less promising for performance enthusiasts.

However, rumours suggest that the Vivo V80 could come with an upgraded battery. The handset is expected to rock a 7,200mAh battery, which is a jump of 700mAh from its predecessor. This could make the Vivo V80 a notch better in terms of battery backup. Moving on, the smartphone has been teased in a couple of colour options and with a redesigned camera module.

A glimpse of what's about to turn heads. The wait is almost over.​#vivoV80 #MyCinematicMoments #ZEISSPortraitSoPro pic.twitter.com/DPxKnleTI7

— vivo India (@Vivo_India) September 21, 2026

The Vivo V80 will debut in orange and sky blue shades. The handset also appears to feature a large camera plateau, reminiscent of the iPhone 17/18 Pro models, marking a departure from the squircle-shaped camera module. The module will house two large, vertically aligned camera rings, accompanied by a smaller tertiary camera sensor positioned next to the bottom camera. The edges will continue to be flat, with the volume rocker and power button on the right spine.

That's everything we know about the smartphone so far.

Vivo V80 launch date

Vivo has yet to officially confirm the India launch date of the Vivo V80. However, if rumours are anything to go by, the handset could make its debut in the country in the first week of October.

The handset is likely to be a mid-range offering, priced above Rs 55,000, which is where the Vivo V70 is currently selling following price hikes. The Vivo V80 could be worth waiting for if you are a camera enthusiast. The handset is promised to deliver several AI-backed camera features, along with festive season modes.

• Vivo X500 Pro and Pro Max debut MediaTek's Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the standard X500 gets the Dimensity 9600M.
• The X500 Pro Max features a 200MP periscope camera, 3-degree OIS on its 50MP main camera, and an 8,000mAh battery.
• The X500 starts at CNY 5,499, while X500 Pro and Pro Max start at CNY 6,499 and CNY 6,999, respectively.

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Vivo has officially launched its X500 series in China, introducing the X500, X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max. The new lineup comes with a focus on mobile photography, as has been the case with Vivo's flagship lineup, with the top-end X500 Pro Max getting a 200MP periscope camera.

The Vivo X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max are the first phones announced with MediaTek's Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset. The standard X500 uses the Dimensity 9600M, which is essentially a rebadged version of the previous-generation Dimensity 9500.

The series also introduces a novel camera accessory - a 3.92-inch AMOLED wireless companion screen that can be attached to the phone and used as a live monitor. It is designed to make rear-camera selfies and vlogging easier, while also helping users frame subjects when using Vivo's long-range Zeiss telephoto accessories.

Specifications, design and features

After seeing a camera "plateau" popularised by the iPhone 17 Pro series, we're seeing its emergence in the Android world. The Vivo X500 gets a wide rectangular camera plateau across the upper portion of the rear panel, enclosing a left-aligned circular camera arrangement. The X500 Pro and Pro Max retain a large centred circular camera module, but the rear panel now gently slopes towards the camera bump. Besides making the sizeable camera hardware look more integrated, the slope also provides a natural finger rest. 

Vivo has changed sizing across the range. The X300 had a 6.31-inch display and weighed 190 gms, while the X300 Pro featured a larger 6.78-inch screen. The X500 Pro returns to the compact flagship format with a 6.36-inch display and weighs 197 gms, while the X500 Pro Max goes larger with a 6.85-inch panel and 229 gms weight. The X500 sits in the middle with a a 6.59-inch and weight of 211 gms.

The standard X500 uses a 1.5K AMOLED panel with a resolution of 1,260 x 2,750 pixels and a 144Hz refresh rate. The X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max step up to LTPO AMOLED panels with 1,216 x 2,660-pixel and 1,440 x 3,168-pixel resolutions, respectively, with both supporting a 144Hz refresh rate. The two Pro models use BOE Q11 displays and are rated at up to 4,500 nits peak brightness, while the standard X500 is rated at up to 4,000 nits. The Pro models also support 1-144Hz variable refresh rates, making their displays more adaptable to different usage scenarios.

Battery capacity is another major change. The X500 packs a 7,500mAh battery, the X500 Pro gets a 6,510mAh cell, and the Pro Max has an 8,000mAh silicon-carbon battery. All three support 90W wired and 40W wireless charging. For context, the X300 and X300 Pro had 6,040mAh and 6,500mAh batteries respectively. That's quite the jump for Vivo which was on the lower end of battery capacities last year when the Si-C wave took over the industry taking capacities to unseen ranges.

The phones also have IP68 and IP69 protection and run OriginOS 7 based on Android 17.

Cameras are the biggest upgrade

The Vivo X500 Pro Max gets the most ambitious camera hardware in the series. Its 50MP Sony LYTIA L910 main camera uses a 1/1.28-inch sensor, f/1.57 aperture and 3-degree OIS, with the company claiming up to 17EV of dynamic range. It's paired with a 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HP0 periscope telephoto with a 1/1.4-inch sensor, 3.5x optical zoom and CIPA 7.0 professional-grade stabilisation. 

The X500 Pro uses the same 50MP LYTIA L910 main camera, although its stabilisation is rated at 1.5 degrees. Its 64MP Sony LYTIA 610 periscope offers 3.5x optical zoom and OIS. Both Pro models also get a 50MP Samsung JN5 ultrawide camera and support the optional 400mm Zeiss G2 Ultra telephoto extender. The standard X500 has a 50MP Sony LYTIA 828 main camera with a 1/1.28-inch sensor, alongside a 64MP telephoto and 50MP JN1 ultrawide camera.

The previous X300 generation Pro used a 200MP main camera, whereas Vivo has moved the 200MP sensor to the X500 Pro Max's telephoto system. The new flagship puts more emphasis on long-range photography while retaining a large main sensor and stronger stabilisation.

The Pro models also put more emphasis on video. Both support 4K recording at 240fps, while the X500 Pro Max can record in 8K at 30fps. They also support 10-bit 4:2:2 video and the ACES colour management framework.

Vivo has also announced a 3.92-inch AMOLED wireless companion screen, marketed as the Vivo Snap Screen or Magnetic Smart Camera Screen. It attaches to the back of the phone and acts as a live monitor, allowing users to frame themselves while shooting with the rear cameras. It can also remotely control core camera functions from up to 10 metres away and is designed to work with Vivo's Zeiss telephoto extenders.

Price and availability

The Vivo X500 starts at CNY 5,499, (around Rs 79,000) for the 12GB + 256GB variant. It comes in white, grey and black. The X500 Pro starts at CNY 6,499 (around Rs 93,000), and is available in white, grey, black and orange. The X500 Pro Max starts at CNY 6,999 (around Rs 1 lakh), and also comes in white, grey, black and orange.

Open sales in China begin September 24th. Vivo hasn't officially detailed global launch plans yet. However, current information points to the X500 and X500 Pro Max launching in India around late October or early November, with the Pro remaining China-exclusive. As per tips, the X500 is expected to be priced at around Rs 95,000 in India, while the X500 Pro Max could cost around Rs 1.3 lakh to Rs 1.4 lakh. At those expected prices, the X500 Pro Max will compete with nothing but the Ultra and Pro Max from Samsung and Apple, with its advantage being the combination of a large 200MP telephoto sensor, advanced video recording, a much larger battery and optional Zeiss telephoto accessories. Camera enthusiasts with the budget should definitely wait for the phones.

• Googlebook laptops powered by Snapdragon X Elite are now available for pre-order.
• HP and Dell are among the first brands launching Snapdragon-powered Googlebooks.
• The HP Googlebook 14c is a premium machine that costs around $1,300.

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Googlebook is taking another step towards its launch, with Qualcomm confirming that Snapdragon X Elite will power the first Googlebook laptops. HP and Dell are among the first manufacturers bringing these devices to market, with pre-orders now open from September 21. The new Googlebook is based around Gemini Intelligence, with deeper Android integration and AI features baked into the laptop experience. Here's what we know so far.

Snapdragon X Elite powers the first Googlebooks

Qualcomm says Snapdragon X Elite will power the first Googlebook laptops, bringing its focus on performance, efficiency, and on-device AI to Google's new platform. The chip's built-in NPU will also play a role in running Googlebook's AI features, while Qualcomm says the platform will support native Android apps and games.

Googlebook is being positioned as much more than just a premium Chromebook. Gemini sits much closer to the core experience, with features such as Magic Pointer, Create My Widget, and Cast My Apps designed to make the laptop more useful during everyday tasks.

Magic Pointer, for example, allows users to select something on screen and ask Gemini to analyse, compare, or create with it, while Cast My Apps lets users open apps from their Android phone on the laptop without separately installing them. Google also offers Quick Access for accessing files stored on a connected Android phone.

HP and Dell are the first to bring Snapdragon X Elite-powered Googlebooks to market, while Acer, ASUS, and Lenovo are also part of Google's wider launch lineup.

HP calls its product the Googlebook 14c, which gives us a clearer idea of the kind of hardware Google is targeting. The laptop comes with a Snapdragon X Elite processor, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD storage, and a 14-inch 3K OLED touchscreen. Although it is quite premium, starting at USD 1,299. We don't know much about the Dell Googlebook just yet. 

Googlebook's approach also means buyers will get devices from several manufacturers rather than one reference model. That should bring more choice in terms of design, hardware, and eventually pricing. 

Should you wait for Googlebook?

The $1,300 price tag of the HP Googlebook 14c gives us a fairly good idea of where this new category could sit. The machine itself looks every bit like a premium Snapdragon-powered laptop, with a high-resolution OLED display, generous memory and storage, and hardware we come to expect from a premium thin and light device. Snapdragon-based PCs are also known for their focus on power efficiency and long battery life, which should work well with Google's vision for a laptop that can stay useful throughout the day.

The bigger question here is not the hardware, but the software experience. Googlebook is neither a Windows laptop nor a Mac, and that makes it a tough sell at this price. Google is effectively asking users to buy into a new laptop platform with no proven history, with Gemini and Android integration forming a major part of the experience.

Therein lies the challenge but also a big opportunity if Google does it right. If the brand can actually make users appreciate the uniqueness of its new OS, Googlebook could carve out a niche for itself as a more premium alternative to traditional ChromeOS machines. 

The big challenge, however, is convincing users that the Googlebook experience itself is worth paying around $1,300 for. At that price, buyers have plenty of mature Windows alternatives with established software ecosystems, while MacBooks already have an excellent reputation for premium hardware and battery life. Google's biggest task will therefore be proving that its Gemini-backed approach offers enough actual potential and ability to justify moving to a completely new platform.

• OPPO A7 Pro Max is the brand's first 10,000mAh phone.
• It debuted in China last month.
• OPPO has launched the phone in select global markets.

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OPPO A7 Pro Max is now available globally after its debut in China last month. The smartphone stands out for its massive 10,000mAh battery, making it a first for OPPO. OPPO has launched the A7 Pro Max in Austria, Malaysia, and Thailand. It's expected to debut in India as well, but under a different moniker, possibly the F35 Pro. 

OPPO A7 Pro Max global pricing

Pricing depends on the region, so it's different for each market. But for context, the OPPO A7 Pro Max is priced at €599 (Rs 65,948 approx) in Austria, MYR 2,299 (Rs 54,098 approx) in Malaysia, and THB 19,999 (Rs 57,633 approx) in Thailand. 

The smartphone comes in two colours: Surfing Blue and Lunar Black.

OPPO A7 Pro Max specifications

OPPO A7 Pro Max's highlight is its massive 10,000mAh battery. The mid-range segment is known for offering the biggest battery phones from brands like Realme, POCO, and OnePlus. OPPO has now joined the trend with the A7 Pro Max by making the device available globally. It will now compete with phones like the Realme P4 Power, which also has a 10,001mAh battery.

With a 10,000mAh battery, the OPPO A7 Pro Max will be able to provide multi-day usage, making it ideal for power users and gamers. Regular usage would result in longer endurance, which can be very helpful in unexpected situations. 

The smartphone comes with 80W wired charging support and 27W reverse wired charging, which means that you can use it as a power bank to charge other devices. 

Up front, the OPPO A7 Pro Max features a 6.78-inch FHD+ (2,772 × 1,272) AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1,800 nits of peak brightness. Powering the phone is the Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 chipset with LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. This chipset is designed for budget phones, so performance should be okay for everyday usage. 

The handset houses a 50MP primary camera with OIS and a 2MP mono camera at the back. For selfies, you get a 50MP selfie camera. The camera setup is quite basic, but it has a strong front camera, which should result in good selfies for social media. The A7 Pro Max also has a standout design with a large camera plateau along with a 'Breathing Light' feature that shows a small LED glow in different colours. 

The OPPO A7 Pro Max comes with an IP69K rating for dust and water resistance, and runs ColorOS 16 based on Android 16 out of the box. 

Based on its specifications, the OPPO A7 Pro Max is clearly aimed at users who require maximum battery endurance on a smartphone. If you're someone who relies on multi-day battery life, then the A7 Pro Max would be a good choice. However, if performance or versatile cameras are also important, then you might want to consider alternatives. 

• iPhone 20 Pro series leaks are already here.
• Apple could opt for a quad-curved display with a borderless design.
• The iPhone 20 Pro is also expected to feature a tiny punch-hole display. 

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The iPhone 18 Pro series made its debut recently with new colours, upgraded cameras, the latest A20 Pro chip, and more. These iPhones are still very fresh off the shelves, but details about their successors have already surfaced online. Yes, we're talking about the iPhone 20 Pro series, which is expected to launch around the same time next year. A new leak reveals what could be the display specs of the iPhone 20 Pro and iPhone 20 Pro Max. 

iPhone 20 Pro series display specs (leaked)

According to Weibo tipster Digital Chat Station, the iPhone 20 Pro is said to feature a 6.41-inch display with 2686 × 1236 pixel resolution. If this leak holds, the iPhone 20 Pro will come with a slightly bigger screen than the iPhone 18 Pro (6.3-inch) and higher resolution too (2622 × 1206). The iPhone 20 Pro will maintain the same screen size, which is 6.9 inches, but with a higher resolution of 2912 x 1340 pixels as compared to the iPhone 18 Pro's 2868 × 1320-pixel resolution. 

Apple is also reportedly planning to go for a borderless, quad-curved design on the iPhone 20 Pro series. This would be quite different from the iPhone 18 Pro lineup, which has a flat design. The iPhone 20 Pro series is also expected to feature a tiny punch-hole display, housing the Dynamic Island, which will also be much smaller.

Shifting from a flat display to a quad-curved design would mark a significant change for Apple, which has maintained flat displays on its iPhones in recent years. The company used rounded edges on its displays up until the iPhone 11 series before moving to a flat design with the iPhone 12 lineup. That design language has remained a defining feature of recent iPhones, but it could change with the iPhone 20 Pro lineup. Such a shift would also make sense given that the iPhone 20 Pro series is expected to mark the 20th anniversary of the iPhone, making it an appropriate occasion for Apple to introduce a more dramatic design change.

However, it's still too early to say anything, as we still have around one year to go for the iPhone 20 Pro launch. So while a quad-curved design can be expected, it could still change as the devices continue to get tested. It's still interesting to see what Apple has in store for its 20th anniversary iPhones. 

For those needing a new phone now, the iPhone 18 Pro remains a strong contender. However, if these design leaks excite you and you're not in a hurry, waiting to see how the iPhone 20 Pro develops might be worthwhile, keeping in mind that early leaks are subject to change.

• CMF was launched as a sub-brand by Nothing back in 2023.
• It will now be majority Indian owned, headquartered in India, with its own team and R&D in the country.
• CMF aims to scale to 100 million smartphones annually.

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Nothing CEO Carl Pei has announced that CMF will be spun out of Nothing and become a standalone company in India. The new entity will be majority-owned by Indian shareholders and headquartered in the country, with its own team and R&D operations. Nothing, which launched CMF as its affordable sub-brand in 2023, will retain a stake and continue to work with the company as a partner.

"The move will allow CMF to build its products and engineering capabilities in India, rather than operating solely as a sub-brand under Nothing," said Pei in an open letter titled "India Is Inevitable". He also outlined an ambition for CMF to eventually reach 100 million smartphones annually. CMF has halted its smartphone launches for this year due to supply chain constraints and an exponential rise in component costs. However, it has expanded beyond smartphones with its TWS portfolio.

The company plans to bring its existing engineering expertise, operating system capabilities and supplier relationships to the new Indian entity, while leveraging India's manufacturing ecosystem, talent pool and large consumer market to scale the brand. Pei sees this scale as a way for CMF to influence the wider supply chain, with suppliers developing products to its specifications rather than simply providing off-the-shelf components.

Why Carl Pei is making CMF an Indian company

Carl Pei says the decision to make CMF an independent Indian company stems from his belief that India has already established a strong manufacturing base but now needs deeper R&D and engineering capabilities. He points to his experience in China, where smartphone brands pushed suppliers to develop better components and technologies, eventually helping create a broader consumer electronics ecosystem.

Pei believes India has the manufacturing base, talent and consumer market needed to build a similar ecosystem, but lacks a global consumer electronics brand to drive demand for local engineering. CMF is being positioned as an opportunity to fill that gap.

By going local, CMF aims to revive the share of domestic brands in India's smartphone market, which has fallen to less than 1 percent from nearly 46 percent in 2015, according to Pei. At the time, Indian brands accounted for close to half of all smartphone sales in the country, with one of them briefly becoming the best-selling smartphone brand in India, ahead of Samsung.

"Within two years, foreign brands arrived with what the domestic ones lacked: real engineering. A genuinely better phone every year, with new camera systems, tighter integration, better design. The domestic brands were licensing an off-the-shelf design, changing the back cover and adding a logo," said Pei.

He attributed the decline of domestic device sales to the lack of original design manufacturing (ODM) and in-house research and development (R&D), despite India becoming the world's second-largest smartphone manufacturer.

Pei believes that giving CMF greater control to Indian stakeholders will help the company build better phones and, over time, create an ecosystem around it that can strengthen India's consumer electronics industry, similar to how China built its ecosystem and helped its brands overcome the American and Korean giants they once trailed.

• The OPPO K14 Plus could sport a high-nit display and a large vapour chamber cooler.
• The smartphone could launch by the end of September.
• The OPPO K14 Plus will be available on Flipkart.

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With OPPO officially revealing the teaser for the OPPO K14 Plus 5G, an image of its retail box has surfaced online, giving us a glimpse of its front design. The smartphone is confirmed to be available on Flipkart, just like the previous models under the K14 umbrella, including the vanilla K14, K14x, and K14 Lite. We've also learned the display and cooling details of the K14 Plus from industry sources, which you can check out below.

OPPO K14 Plus retail box revealed

The image of the OPPO K14 Plus 5G box making the rounds partially shows the smartphone's display. At first glance, it's clear the display will have razor-thin bezels and will most likely sport an orange frame, suggesting the smartphone will be available in an orange colourway. However, since it's likely to be presented as an upper-midrange smartphone, the actual device may not have as thin display bezels, and the image is likely just for representation.

OPPO K14 Plus launch timeline and known specifications

While the OPPO K14 Plus is officially confirmed to be "coming soon", per Flipkart teasers, our industry sources claim that the smartphone may launch by the end of this month. With the Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2026 confirmed to kick off on October 9th, the OPPO K14 Plus could fetch some launch offers and discounts as part of the mega sale event. A fresh Google Play Console listing shows that the OPPO K14 Plus will carry the model number CPH3009, without disclosing any other details or specifications.

On to the hardware details, the OPPO K14 Plus could come with 3,600 nits of brightness and sport a 5,000mm² vapour chamber cooling system, per our industry source. These quality-of-life features could go a long way toward displaying content at high brightness and keeping the phone cool during intensive tasks like gaming and high-resolution video editing.

Given the OPPO K14 series track record, the smartphone could boast a massive battery, say around 7,000mAh or above, potentially resulting in multi-day endurance on casual use in a single charge. For durability, we can hope for an IP69 rating, just like the OPPO K14. As for the processor, we'll have to wait until it's officially teased or reports come out before the launch. With the phone launching soon, it may be worth waiting for the full specifications before deciding whether it meets your needs and preferences, and then comparing it with other devices available at the same price point.

• Motorola Signature 27 has been officially confirmed by the brand.
• It will be unveiled at the Snapdragon Summit.
• This will be the second Signature smartphone from Motorola. 

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Shortly after dropping cryptic teasers, Motorola has now confirmed its upcoming smartphone, the Signature 27. The new handset is set to launch as the brand's next premium smartphone and the second model after the Motorola Signature, which debuted at the beginning of this year. Motorola introduced the Signature smartphone as its new premium lineup in the flagship-level segment, where it offered only foldables. It's a tier above the Edge series, which caters to the mid-range segment. 

Motorola Signature 27 is also confirmed to debut at Snapdragon Summit, where Qualcomm is set to announce its latest flagship chipsets. 

Motorola Signature 27 launch date

Motorola Signature 27 is scheduled to launch on September 22nd. The launch date announcement was made in Motorola's X post. It includes a short teaser video showing us a glimpse of the Signature 27. The video focuses on design, which is now synonymous with the Signature series. The handset will be available in two Pantone finishes: Coal Smoke and Capulet Olive. It will most likely come in a vegan leather material too. 

The teaser video also confirms a 200MP camera with Dolby Vision video capture support for the Motorola Signature 27. In comparison to the Motorola Signature, this can be seen as an upgrade, as the handset features a 50MP triple-camera setup. 

Since the smartphone is confirmed to debut at the Snapdragon Summit, we can expect it to feature Qualcomm's upcoming chipset. Motorola Signature 27 is expected to feature the standard Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, which will be part of the flagship lineup alongside the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro. With a flagship chipset, we can expect flagship performance from the Motorola Signature 27, which would make the phone ideal for gamers and power users. 

The Motorola Signature 27 is shaping up to be a performance-focused flagship with a stylish design and a powerful primary camera. These factors themselves make the Signature 27 worth waiting for, especially if you're in the market for a new Android flagship. If you own an older premium Android phone, the camera and performance upgrades might make the Signature 27 a compelling upgrade. 

• Lava Virat Curve 5G has a pill-shaped rear display.
• It displays notifications, battery percentage, emojis, and more.
• The handset has been launched at Rs 23,999. 

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Lava is on a launch spree with its new Virat smartphone series. After the Lava Virat V1, Virat V1 5G, and Virat V1 Pro 5G, the company is now launching the Virat Curve in India. As the name suggests, the Lava Virat Curve features a curved display, which adds to the overall viewing experience, making it more immersive. 

Lava Virat Curve price in India

Lava Virat Curve is priced at Rs 23,999 for the single 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant. The smartphone will be available to purchase on Flipkart on September 28th at 7:00 pm. Lava Virat Curve comes in three colours: Heritage Indigo, Makrana Ivory, and Ellora Slate. 

Lava Virat Curve specifications

Lava Virat Curve features a 6.67-inch FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels) 3D curved AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1,100 nits peak brightness. The highlight is the curved screen, which delivers an immersive viewing experience when watching content or scrolling. The Lava Virat Curve also has a mini display on the rear panel just below the camera sensors. It's a small pill-shaped screen that shows the logo, volume and battery levels, emoji, custom messages, time, and notifications. This feature adds a fun element to the overall look, and it can also be helpful in checking notifications without having to pick up the phone. It also gives the Lava Virat Curve a unique take among budget phones in the same segment. 

Powering the phone is the MediaTek Dimensity 7100, a mid-range chipset designed to provide balanced performance for everyday usage. It's expected to compete with rivals in the same segment, like OnePlus N6 and POCO M8x. We should know more about its performance once the handset has been reviewed. The smartphone also gets 6GB of virtual RAM for added performance. For photography, it has a single 50MP Sony IMX752 primary camera with 2K @ 30 fps video recording and 10x digital zoom. It has a 13MP front camera for selfies. 

The smartphone has a 6,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging support. The smartphone comes with a 33W charger in the box. This battery capacity should be able to last an entire day with regular usage. While it does seem sufficient, there are phones offering 7,000mAh and even more for those who require more battery life. Lava says that the Virat Curve can deliver 55 hours of talk time, 11 hours of continuous YouTube playback, and up to 720 hours of standby time. 

On the software front, the Lava Virat Curve runs Android 16 out of the box. It will get 2 OS upgrades and 3 years of security updates. The handset comes with  MIL-STD 810H military-grade durability and IP64 dust and water resistance. It also features an IR Blaster, dual stereo speakers, and dual-mic noise cancellation. 

The Lava Virat Curve stands out for its curved design and mini rear display. It also offers well-balanced hardware for a mid-range phone. If you're looking for a mid-range phone with a curved design, you could go ahead and purchase the Lava Virat Curve. However, if you require a large battery, better cameras, or longer software support, you might want to check out alternatives. 

• Apple Pay could launch in India in October, after years of delays.
• The service may initially support cards but not UPI payments.
• Samsung Wallet already supports both NFC payments and UPI in India.

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Indian users may finally have access to Apple Pay from October 2026, according to the latest report by Mark Gurman. Other wallet-based options like Samsung Pay and Google Play have been widely available in the country for some time now. With the growing iPhone and user base across India, it seems Apple finally deems the market mature enough to expand its services platform. Let's talk about it in more detail below.

Apple Pay launch rumoured in October 

The story has been building for a while now, with Apple Pay's India launch reportedly in the works for several months. Mark Gurman, a reputed source for Apple-related developments, recently claimed that Apple is planning to bring its payment service to India in October. A Business Standard report had pointed to a similar timeline earlier in August, suggesting the service could arrive towards the end of September or in October.

Apple is also reportedly in talks with Indian banks, including Axis Bank, HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank, as well as Visa and Mastercard, to enable card payments through the service. Reuters now reports that Axis Bank could become Apple's first banking partner, with discussions with HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank still ongoing.

The market also seems ripe for Apple since it continues to grow at a breakneck speed among the Indian user base. The brand dominates the premium smartphone segment, while the country remains one of the few major markets where Apple Pay is still unavailable. Apple had first expressed interest in launching the service in India back in 2017, but regulatory and technical hurdles delayed those plans.

Apple Pay may launch without UPI

The biggest limitation could be what Apple Pay doesn't offer at launch. Current reports suggest Apple will initially focus on Visa and Mastercard credit cards, allowing users to add supported cards to Apple Wallet and make contactless payments through an iPhone or Apple Watch. UPI support is not expected initially, as Apple would need the relevant NPCI approvals and a sponsor bank arrangement to enable it.

Apple has reportedly been negotiating how much it will receive from each card transaction, with the company seeking around 15-20 basis points, while some banks have pushed for about 10 basis points. One basis point is 0.01 percent, and the fee would reportedly come from banks' interchange earnings rather than being charged directly to users.

That is a tricky model to justify in India, where UPI has traditionally operated without a merchant discount fee for most everyday transactions. From October 15, however, a 0.4 percent fee will apply to eligible merchant UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, while smaller merchant and person-to-person payments remain exempt.

Apple will also have to enter a market where Samsung already has a fairly complete payment offering through Samsung Wallet. Samsung's wallet supports NFC-based card payments as well as UPI, including QR code payments, money transfers, and payment requests.

That gives Samsung a much better appeal for Indian users because the same wallet can handle both card-based and UPI payments. Apple's initial service, by comparison, could mainly appeal to iPhone and Apple Watch users who regularly use credit cards for contactless payments. Those who rely on UPI for everyday QR-code transactions would still need another app.

Apple is finally bringing a service that has been part of its ecosystem for years to India, but it may initially arrive with fewer capabilities than an established rival already offers. Whether Apple can close that gap will likely depend on how quickly it expands bank support and whether it eventually adds UPI.

• OnePlus 16 is getting a special colour variant with lighting effects.
• The rear panel glows for notifications, calls, charging, and more.
• OnePlus 16 is set to launch in China soon.

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OnePlus 16 was officially teased last week after months of leaks and rumours. As expected, OnePlus has begun sharing more details about its flagship smartphone. It has now revealed the complete design and colour options. OnePlus 16 will launch in three colours, with one featuring a rear panel that lights up for calls, notifications, and more. The 2026 OnePlus flagship is slated to debut in China this month, with the launch date expected to be revealed soon. 

OnePlus 16 colours, design

OnePlus 16 will launch in three colours: Tomorrow's Starlight, Dark Forest, and Mars Masterpiece. The Dark Forest variant has a deep black shade for those who like the classic look. The Mars Masterpiece looks like salmon pink and is similar to the OPPO Find X9s.

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Tomorrow's Starlight is the special one here, with a rear panel that has lighting effects. OnePlus China President, Lie Jie Louis, calls it the "Interstellar Light Effect", which gives a quiet and understated look during the day but adds a touch of ambience at night. 

The lighting effects work for incoming calls, notifications, music, charging, games, and more features. All of them show different lighting effects according to the Weibo post. It also looks quite subtle and not too flashy, keeping a cool look overall. 

Louis adds that the OnePlus 16 continues to feature the refined, flat design style, while using a new "silk glass process" that feels delicate and comfortable to touch and won't easily attract fingerprints. 

OnePlus 16 specifications: what to expect

Officially, the OnePlus 16 is confirmed to feature a 165Hz refresh rate display, same as its predecessor, the OnePlus 15. The smartphone is also confirmed to launch with ColorOS 17 out of the box. It will most likely be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro, which is set to debut this week. It's the upcoming flagship chipset by Qualcomm, which will be part of a dual-chipset series, with the Pro model as the more powerful one. It's expected to deliver significant performance improvement over the OnePlus 15. 

According to leaks, the OnePlus 16 is tipped to pack a massive 9,000mAh battery with 100W wired and 50W wireless charging support. It would be a notable upgrade over the OnePlus 15's 7,300mAh battery. The smartphone could house a 200MP primary camera, a 50MP ultra-wide lens, and a 50MP periscope telephoto lens. If accurate, this would be a major upgrade over the OnePlus 15's triple-50MP setup.

The OnePlus 16 is shaping up to be a powerful Android flagship with a focus on design, performance, and cameras too. With the launch expected soon, it would be worth waiting for the OnePlus 16 if you're looking for a performance-focused flagship with a large battery.