• Airtel's new Rs 200 entertainment top-up bundles YouTube Premium with 30GB of data for 28 days.
• The pack also offers access to Prime Video, JioHotstar, SonyLIV, ZEE5 Premium and over 18 other OTT platforms.
• It's an add-on pack, so users need an active Airtel prepaid plan for calling and SMS benefits.

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Airtel is adding another option for prepaid users who spend as much time watching YouTube as they do streaming movies and shows. The telecom operator has introduced a Rs 200 entertainment top-up that combines YouTube Premium with 30GB of data and access to more than 20 OTT platforms for 28 days.

The new pack follows Airtel's recent Rs 48 recharge pack launch, which offers a month of JioHotstar access. The latest offering takes a broader approach by bundling YouTube's paid subscription with several streaming services in one recharge, although it doesn't replace a regular prepaid plan.

Airtel Rs 200 top-up pack benefits

The Rs 200 pack comes with 30GB of high-speed data and a 28-day validity. Its main draw is YouTube Premium, which removes ads from videos and enables background playback and offline downloads. Subscribers also get access to YouTube Music Premium. The OTT bundle includes Prime Video, JioHotstar, Zee5 Premium and SonyLIV, along with more than 18 other streaming platforms. This could make the pack useful for users who switch between YouTube and multiple streaming apps rather than paying for each service separately.

There's one important catch, though. The Rs 200 recharge is an entertainment add-on, not a standalone prepaid plan. It doesn't include calling or SMS benefits, so users must maintain an active Airtel prepaid base plan to use it.

After recharging, users need to claim YouTube Premium manually through the Airtel Thanks app or Airtel's prepaid plans website. They can head to the Rewards & OTTs section, find YouTube Premium and tap the claim option. The subscription lasts for the pack's 28-day validity. Users will need to recharge again and claim the benefit to continue using it.

Is Airtel's Rs 200 pack worth it?

YouTube Premium's individual plan costs around Rs 149 per month in India. At Rs 200, Airtel's pack costs only Rs 51 more while adding 30GB of data and access to multiple OTT platforms. That makes it worth considering for existing YouTube Premium subscribers who can also use the bundled services.

However, the value depends on which platforms users actually watch and whether their existing prepaid plan already provides enough data. Those who primarily want YouTube Premium could find a direct subscription simpler, while Flipkart Black members can also get a year of YouTube Premium at no additional cost as part of their membership. For Airtel users who regularly watch videos and stream content across services, the new top-up offers a convenient bundle. Those who only need mobile data or already pay for the included OTT subscriptions may get less out of it.

• iQOO Pad Pro will launch as a dedicated gaming tablet.
• The tablet will feature iQOO's own Q3 gaming chip.
• It is also getting a compact 8.8-inch display.

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The iQOO Pad Pro is set to launch in China on October 28th. The tablet is being teased for its flagship-level performance, compact form factor, and dedicated cooling hardware designed to manage heat during gaming. It features an active cooling fan and a vapour chamber to improve heat dissipation. Known for its performance-focused smartphones, iQOO appears to be following the same approach with its upcoming tablet. 

iQOO Pad Pro: what to expect

The iQOO Pad Pro features a large active cooling fan with a quad-layer cooling system for sustained high workloads. The cooling fan comes with three levels of speed adjustment, so it will work according to what you're using the tablet for. It also has a total heat dissipation area of 23,253 mm² and a large 30 × 30 × 3.5 mm active cooling area. With this combination, the iQOO Pad Pro is designed to stay cool for long gaming sessions. We'll still have to test it out to see how good the tablet is at heat dissipation. 

Powering the iQOO Pad Pro is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset paired with the in-house Q3 gaming chip. It also features a compact 8.8-inch OLED display with a 165Hz refresh rate, which should offer a comfortable form factor for playing games on a tablet. iQOO says that the display features FPS-specific dark area enhancement filters, making it easier to spot enemies lurking in the shadows.

It also features ultra-sensitive touch controls and a "super-sensitive gyroscope", which is said to give you an edge in gunfights. The tablet is equipped with super-linear dual speakers claimed to deliver ultra-sensitive sound range by providing crystal-clear location of footsteps. It packs a 9,020mAh battery, which should comfortably last an entire day. 

The iQOO Pad Pro will likely compete with the OPPO Pad Mini, which also offers a compact form factor and similar hardware. 

The iQOO Pad Pro has been designed for serious gaming. Its compact display, cooling features, and powerful chipset make it a good option for those who want a tablet dedicated to gaming. If this is your thing, then you can definitely go for the iQOO Pad Pro, which will be available for purchase in China on October 28th. Those who want a powerful and compact tablet can also consider the iQOO Pad Pro. 

Trends in TV ownership

• Upon taking into account the final report of the smart TV survey, Samsung leads with a 17.9 percent ownership share. The brand is closely followed by LG at 17.2 percent. Both Korean giants have served India across price ranges for decades, making them trusted brands among buyers.
• Sony, which generally focuses heavily on the mid-to-high-end and premium TV market, holds a strong third position with 15.7 percent share, while Xiaomi follows at 8.7 percent. TCL rounds out the top five brands, making up 5.7 per cent of current ownership.
• The remaining share is spread across several brands, including Panasonic (3.2 percent), Haier (2.8 percent), VU (2.5 percent), Acer (2.0 percent), Hisense (1.9 percent), Philips (1.7 percent), Motorola and Thomson (1.5 percent each), Kodak (1.4 percent), and Others at 16.5 percent.

• Sony emerges as the most preferred brand, with 22.9 percent of respondents planning to purchase a Sony smart TV the next time they look to upgrade. This may be driven by the brand's strong reputation for picture quality, cinematic colour accuracy, and the premium appeal of its Bravia lineup.
• Samsung follows closely with 20.1 percent of the vote, likely supported by its wide range of models across price segments and a well-established ecosystem that includes soundbars and other connected devices.
• LG secures third place with a 19.7 percent share, while TCL and Xiaomi account for 6.2 percent and 5.8 percent share, respectively, likely for their value-for-money offerings, especially under the Rs 50,000 segment.

• Sony tops the list for user loyalty. With a customer retention rate of 52.8 percent, more than half of current Sony TV owners are likely to stick with the brand when they upgrade next. As noted in the previous section, the brand is well known for its picture quality, and the Bravia lineup carries a heavy appeal.
• LG follows with a 46 percent retention rate, reflecting solid satisfaction among its users. Per Omdia, a market research firm, LG accounted for 49.7 percent of the global OLED TV market in 2025, making it the leader in this category. Its reliable webOS platform may also contribute to this strong preference.
• Samsung holds a 43 percent retention rate, likely due to its broad portfolio across price segments, frequent feature updates, and ecosystem advantages (including integration with other Samsung devices).

User satisfaction with current TV brand

• Our respondents say Sony offers the best picture quality, with 87.4 percent owners satisfied. This is likely derived from the brand's focus on cinematic colour accuracy in the premium segment, giving it an edge over others.
• LG follows at 81.6 percent, while VU surprisingly makes it into the third position, which is almost level at 81.5 percent. This likely indicates that VU delivers strong image performance at more accessible prices.
• Samsung comes next with 80.8 percent satisfaction, supported by its bright QLED and Neo QLED panels, while Xiaomi and TCL are closely matched at 78.1 percent and 78.0 percent, respectively.

• Sony users are happiest with sound quality, with 78.2 per cent of respondents saying they are quite satisfied. The brand is well known for its audio products across categories, so it only makes sense for its smart TVs to have capable, immersive speakers.
• VU follows at 72.9 percent, while LG is close behind at 71.5 percent. Both brands appear to offer balanced, clear audio that meets user expectations well.
• Samsung and TCL are tied at 67.7 percent. Xiaomi (Mi) stands at 61.4 percent, while Haier accounts for 60.3 percent share, and Panasonic trails with 50 percent satisfaction on sound quality.

• Samsung tops the list as the most value-for-money brand, with 76.7 percent of its users rating their TV four or higher. The brand's wide range of feature-rich models across price segments continues to deliver strong perceived value.
• Sony follows at 72.9 percent, while LG is close behind at 72.3 percent. Both premium-focused brands still convince many owners that their higher prices are justified.
• TCL comes next at 71.4 percent, followed by Haier at 68 percent and Xiaomi at 66.1 percent. VU stands at 64.6 percent, while Panasonic trails with 58.9 percent.

Aspects that matter most when purchasing new TV

• Upon asking the participants their most sought-after features, 70.7 percent of respondents ranked advanced panel technology (OLED/Mini-LED) as the most desired feature. This shows buyers seek better contrast, brightness, and overall picture performance.
• According to Counterpoint Research's Q1 2026 report, QLED accounted for around 30 percent of the market, with the Rs 20,000-30,000 segment witnessing strong growth, while MiniLED was the fastest-growing display technology, recording over 13X YoY growth.
• Faster performance (better RAM, storage and UI) follows at 51 percent, while smart ecosystems and AI features are close behind at 50.4 percent. Recently, brands like Lumio have heavily emphasised a swift user experience and quick boot-up times.
• Moving on, long-term OS support is important for 42.4 percent of users, while gaming and motion features (120/144Hz, VRR) and 8K resolution are almost equally sought after, at 40.8 percent and 40.7 percent respectively.

• The final section of our survey states that 43-inch is the most common TV screen size, owned by 27.1 percent of respondents. Overall, 68 percent of people currently own TVs that are 43 inches or larger.
• Smaller smart TVs still hold a significant share, as 22.4 percent own 32-inch or smaller models, while 9.2 percent have 40-inch models.
• Among larger sizes, 55-inch TVs accounts for 19.6 percent, followed by 50-inch at 10.8 percent, 65-inch at 8 percent, and 75-inch and above at just 2.9 percent. Xiaomi told 91mobiles that 55-inch and above TVs in its portfolio grew 200% YoY, while its 75-inch QLED TV grew about 10X compared with its previous 75-inch offering.
• Xiaomi's data suggests growing consumer interest in larger screens and advanced display technologies, reflecting a broader shift toward premium viewing experiences.

• AI voice assistant/voice search is the most-used AI feature, with 24.3 percent of respondents saying they use it on their TV. While Google Assistant has dominated Android and Google-based TVs, manufacturers have started rolling out Gemini to both newer and existing models.
• AI picture enhancement/upscaling is the second most used AI feature, with 22.3 percent of users utilising it, while AI-powered sound optimisation is used by 21.8 per cent of users.
• 12.8 percent use other AI features, and 11 percent say they have AI features on their TV but do not use them.
• A significant 43.6 percent of respondents do not have any AI features on their current TV.

When and where people plan to buy their next TV

• 32.3 percent of respondents had planned to buy their next TV during the major festive sale events (Amazon Great Indian Festival, Flipkart Big Billion Days, etc.), making this the most preferred purchase window among those looking to upgrade.
• Another 15.4 percent say they will buy within the next three to six months, while 12.2 percent plan to purchase after six months.
• A large 40.1 percent of survey takers are not looking to buy a TV anytime soon.

• When online and offline prices are the same, 40.1 percent of respondents prefer buying offline, while 27.3 percent choose online. 32.6 percent remain unsure.
• If the online price is Rs 5,000 cheaper, preference shifts strongly online, with 47.8 percent preferring to buy online, compared to 25.3 percent offline.
• When the offline price is Rs 5,000 cheaper, offline becomes the clear favourite at 49.7 percent, with only 17.7 percent sticking to online, while the remaining 32.6 percent claim to be on the fence.

• Vivo Y600 will be the fourth phone in the lineup.
• Its design and specs are similar to the Vivo S2 FE.
• Vivo Y600 is launching in China next week. 

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Vivo Y600 was spotted on the Google Play Console earlier this month. The smartphone is now officially confirmed to debut in China next week. Vivo has also revealed that the Y600 will pack a massive 10,000mAh battery, which will be its highlight. Vivo Y600 will be the third phone in the lineup, following the Y600 Pro, Y600 Turbo, and Y600i. All three phones stand out for their battery capacities ranging from 8,000mAh to 10,200mAh. 

Vivo Y600 launch date

The Vivo Y600 is set to launch in China on October 30th. Pre-orders for the phone will also go live next week on October 26th. The smartphone is so far confirmed only for China, so it's not clear if it will arrive in other markets or not. However, the Vivo Y600's design and specifications are similar to the Vivo S2 FE, which launched in India earlier this month. So it's likely that it's the same phone but with different branding. 

Vivo Y600: what to expect

The Vivo Y600's highlight is undoubtedly its massive 10,000mAh battery. The brand also claims that the Y600 set a Guinness World Record for the longest continuous livestream test, where the phone ran for 32 hours and 37 minutes. We'll have to test the phone in real-world scenarios to see how well the battery is optimised, but just based on its capacity, we can expect multi-day usage. 

Vivo has shared the Y600's design, and the phone can be seen in white and blue colours. It has a square-shaped camera module at the back with a gold rim bordering it. The phone also has flat edges with the power button and volume key on the right side. The design is very similar to the Vivo S2 FE, albeit in a different colour. 

The Vivo Y600 is also tipped to feature the MediaTek Dimensity 7300e chipset, a 50MP rear camera, and an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. These specs are also similar to the Vivo S2 FE, further adding to the speculation that the Vivo Y600 is indeed a rebrand. If that's the case, the Vivo Y600 would be a good pick for buyers who want a battery-focused phone. If battery life is your absolute top priority and you're in China, this could be worth considering, but waiting for full reviews is always advisable.

• ColorOS 17 improves animations and transitions through Living Flow Design.
• The update is rolling out to OnePlus 15 and OPPO Find X9 series six days earlier than promised.
• Users can check for the update manually through Release Candidate.

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OPPO officially unveiled ColorOS 17 globally on October 13th, detailing new features, improvements, and changes coming to its Android 17-based proprietary skin. It also revealed the rollout schedule, which said current-gen flagship smartphones from OPPO, OnePlus, and Realme will receive the stable version starting October 29th. However, a post on the OnePlus Community says ColorOS 17 has started rolling out to the OnePlus 15 six days early, while users on X report that their OPPO Find X9 series phones are also getting the update.

Stable ColorOS 17 update rolls out to OnePlus 15, OPPO Find X9 series

Right after the global and India launch of the OPPO Find X10 series, the stable ColorOS 17 update is now seeding to the OnePlus 15 and OPPO Find X9 series, consisting of the Find X9 Ultra, Find X9s, Find X9 Pro, and Find X9. These flagship smartphones were set to receive the update on October 29th, per the official release schedule, but it appears the firmware is already free of bugs, glitches, and other issues; hence the early rollout.

Our OnePlus 15 unit, which was running a pre-release version of ColorOS 17, also received a new update this morning weighing 525MB, build number CPH2745_17.0.0.102(EX01). Users in the non-beta programme running OxygenOS 16 (Android 16) shall see a much bigger update. While we've already covered ColorOS 17 in detail in our hands-on story, OnePlus has published a lengthy changelog on its Community blog, which you can check out.

As for the OPPO Find X9 series, multiple users on X report that the ColorOS 17 update is live on their devices. As with the OnePlus 15, users upgrading from the closed or open beta programme to the stable version of ColorOS 17 receive an update of around 500MB, while ColorOS 16 users should get an update of just over 3.4GB.

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How to download and install the update

If the ColorOS 17 update doesn't arrive via OTA, you can update manually through the release candidate option. To do this, open 'Settings' and select 'System & update ', then tap 'Software update'. In the top right corner, select the '3-dot' menu and select the 'Beta program'. On the next screen, tap the button under the Release candidate option, and the ColorOS 17 update should appear once it fetches it manually from the server.

What's new on ColorOS 17 and should you upgrade?

Living Flow Design: Aimed to make the experience seamless; every element has been reworked to have some kind of transition when moving from one page or section to another. Accompanying the transitions are luminous light effects, along with bouncy and stretchy animations when interacting with buttons or menus. These effects can be found on lockscreen clock, quick settings panel, navigation bars, and other key areas.

Luminous Rendering Engine: A new rendering architecture that uses less RAM, improving animation performance. This should also improve efficiency. Per OPPO, ColorOS 17 can retain over 90 percent of its initial smoothness, even with storage at 90 percent capacity.

Improved customisation: ColorOS 17 introduces a couple of new lockscreen clock styles, along with weather effects that depict the climate in real time, such as sunny, rain, and fog. It also adds a new theme called 'Esports mode' that changes the look and feel of the game manager UI. On the home screen, there haven't been major changes, except that every folder, clock, and icon now has light and transparency effects.

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AI improvements (AI Mind Pilot, AI Suggest, OSee): OPPO has introduced AI Mind Pilot on ColorOS 17, a dedicated app that bundles ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity into a single system that can perform tasks and actions based on the user's prompt. The AI Agent mode can also access locally stored files and photos and sort, organise, or combine them. This is similar to Google's Gemini Spark and Grok Bot, which can perform tasks as the user requests.

Overall, while ColorOS 17 brings iterative feature updates, it completely redefines the underlying animations, transitions, and UI interaction. For users who use their smartphone for productivity and office workflows, AI Mind Pilot should help them get tasks done faster. You can check when your OPPO, OnePlus, or Realme smartphone will get the ColorOS 17 stable update here.

• iPhone Duo goes on sale in India from October 23rd, starting at Rs 2,99,900.
• Buyers can get up to Rs 81,500 in exchange credit and up to Rs 7,000 in bank cashback.
• Limited initial stocks and delivery timelines extending to January 2027 could make the foldable difficult to buy at launch.

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Apple's first foldable iPhone is finally available to buy in India, but getting one may be harder than paying for it. The iPhone Duo went on sale today, October 23rd, following its September launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. While the two Pro models reached stores a week after their announcement, the foldable arrived later, with pre-orders opening last week.

Everyone expected the iPhone Duo to be priced "app-tly", but it was launched at nearly the Rs 3 lakh mark, making it one of Apple's most expensive consumer devices in India. Its book-style design, large inner display and iOS experience will have to do a lot of the convincing at that price.

iPhone Duo price in India and offers

The iPhone Duo costs Rs 2,99,900 for the 256GB variant. The 512GB and 1TB models are priced at Rs 3,24,900 and Rs 3,74,900, respectively, while the 2TB version costs Rs 4,49,900. It comes in Star White and Night Sky colour options. As usual, Apple hasn't revealed the RAM details officially. Buyers can purchase the phone through Apple's online store and retail partners, including Croma, Reliance Digital, Vijay Sales and Lotus Electronics.

Apple is offering up to Rs 81,500 in trade-in credit for eligible iPhones, starting with the iPhone 13 generation. There is also up to Rs 7,000 instant cashback on eligible American Express, Axis Bank and ICICI Bank cards, along with No Cost EMI for up to 12 months through participating banks. Buyers also get three months each of Apple Music, Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade.

iPhone Duo first sale: here's what buyers said

As much as you would think a Rs 3 lakh phone would dissuade buyers from purchasing a phone, Apple fans are built differently. Reasons for buying range from "it'll be an experience to use to Duo" to "IP68 durability advantage over other foldables." Check out what one of India's first Duo buyers had to say about it.

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Should you buy the iPhone Duo now?

This may not be a question of value as much as its about logistics. The bigger problem is availability. Reports suggest Apple has brought only around 6,000 units to India for the first week, with the company limiting purchases to two units per customer. Online orders are reportedly showing delivery dates in January 2027, while grey market sellers are asking Rs 30,000 to Rs 50,000 above the official starting price.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, which launched in India at around Rs 1.8 lakh, is a substantially cheaper alternative for buyers who want a large foldable display. The iPhone Duo's appeal will largely come down to how much they value Apple's software and ecosystem over the price advantage offered by Samsung. There's little reason to pay a grey market premium unless getting the phone immediately is worth that extra cost. Buyers can try Apple's official stores and retail partners for launch stock, but those who can wait should stick to the official price and compare real-world battery life, cameras and durability before spending nearly Rs 3 lakh on Apple's first foldable.

As noted in our first impressions, the iPhone Duo's biggest draw may not be the fact that it folds, but how Apple has built the software experience around that design. From multitasking and the Netflix app to Standby and even the folding animations, the small touches make the device feel like more than a regular iPhone with a foldable screen.

• Both phones have received Thailand's NBTC certification.
• Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is already available in China.
• OPPO Reno 17 is expected to debut next month. 

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Two new smartphones have received Thailand's NBTC certification, suggesting a global launch is close. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, which launched in China last month, and the OPPO Reno 17, which is an upcoming phone expected to debut in November. Both phones are also expected to arrive in India, although it's speculated that Xiaomi might bring only the 18 Pro and 18T here, and not the Pro Max model. 

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, OPPO Reno 17 NBTC certification

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max with the model number 2611FPNFAG has been spotted on Thailand's NBTC database, confirming its launch in the country. The listing clearly mentions the name of the phone, so there's no guessing game here. Same for the OPPO Reno17 5G; the smartphone has been certified with the model number CPH2975. The certification doesn't reveal any specs of the phone other than confirming its imminent launch. 

The Reno 17 is tipped to launch in India as well, alongside the Reno 17c. It's speculated that the Reno 17 Pro might not launch here, which wouldn't be entirely surprising, as the Reno 16 Pro didn't debut here either. The Reno 17 is tipped to launch in India with the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, which is the same chipset as its predecessor, the Reno 16.

The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, on the other hand, is the brand's latest and most premium flagship yet. The handset comes with the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset, a large 6.9-inch OLED display, and a 2.9-inch secondary display on the back. For optics, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max houses a 200MP primary camera, a 200MP periscope telephoto lens with 3.2x optical zoom, and a 50MP ultra-wide camera. The primary and telephoto cameras have been upgraded from the 17 Pro Max.

Since both phones cater to different price segments, the Reno 17 is more for people who want a premium mid-ranger with a stylish design and versatile cameras. We should still wait for official details, as there's no confirmation yet. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, on the other hand, is an ultra-flagship phone with an interactive rear display, the fastest chipset, and powerful cameras. If you own an older flagship, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max might be a compelling upgrade, but if you have the 17 Pro Max, wait for reviews to assess the improvements.

• The iQOO 16R has appeared on Indonesia's TKDN certification database, following an earlier EEC listing in Europe.
• The phone is expected to be based on the iQOO Z12 Turbo, with a fast display and an upcoming Snapdragon chipset.
• iQOO has started teasing the iQOO Neo 12 in China.

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iQOO has already confirmed the launch date for its next Neo series model, the iQOO Neo 12, in Chins. However, as that series now seems to be restricted to the home country, there's some reason to cheer for global audiences too as the iQOO 16R has started showing signs of an impending global launch.

A new device carrying the model number I2606 has received certification from Indonesia's TKDN authority, adding to earlier indications that the iQOO 16R is coming soon. The phone is expected to be based on the China-exclusive iQOO Z12 Turbo, following the same strategy iQOO took with the Z11 Turbo and iQOO 15R. The certification doesn't reveal any specifications or confirm a launch date but its appearance suggests that its international launch plans could be taking shape.

iQOO 16R specifications

The iQOO 16R is expected to borrow much of its hardware from the upcoming iQOO Z12 Turbo, which was leaked recently. The latter is tipped to feature a 6.59-inch OLED display with a high refresh rate, potentially reaching 165Hz. That would be a step up from the iQOO 15R's native 120Hz refresh rate, although the latter supports up to 144Hz in compatible games.

Tipster Digital Chat Station claims that the Z12 Turbo will use an upcoming Qualcomm chipset. Its name remains uncertain, with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 6 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Pro among the possibilities being discussed. Neither name nor the specifications have been officially confirmed. A 10,000mAh battery has also been tipped for the Z12 Turbo. iQOO is reportedly considering a built-in cooling fan, which could help manage temperatures during long gaming sessions. Whether the battery capacity and active cooling system will carry over to the 16R remains unclear.

The Neo 12 is confirmed to come with a cooling fan, so it's likely the tech spills over to the 16R too. The iQOO 15 Ultra launched with a cooling fan, and it's likely the company is looking to make the feature mainstream. As OnePlus preps to launch its Ace 7 series with the same cooling tech, iQOO is already readying competition.

iQOO is readying two very closely-related phones for launch. The iQOO 16R and Neo 12 appear to be separate devices, despite their performance-focused positioning. The Neo 12 is confirmed to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, a 2K 185Hz display, a built-in cooling fan and a 9,000mAh battery. It's scheduled to launch in China on October 28th. The 16R's leaked specifications suggest a different hardware combination, potentially with a newer Qualcomm platform and a larger battery. However, a direct comparison will have to wait until iQOO reveals more details about the phone.

This is reason to cheer for Indian buyers, given that iQOO has not brought the Neo 11 to the country and has yet to confirm an Indian launch for the Neo 12. The iQOO 15R launched in India in February 2026 at Rs 44,999 for the 8GB + 256GB variant but is now available at Rs 53,999. Based on the China-exclusive Z11 Turbo, it features a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, a 6.59-inch 1.5K AMOLED display, a 7,600mAh battery and 100W charging. The 16R could offer an upgrade for buyers looking for a newer performance phone, particularly if the larger battery and higher refresh rate make it to the final product. However, its charging speeds, camera hardware and pricing remain unknown.

With the TKDN and EEC certifications now in place, an international launch looks plausible, but India availability is still unconfirmed. Buyers considering the iQOO 15R or waiting for its successor should hold off on drawing conclusions until the company announces the 16R's specifications, pricing and launch plans.

Read on this OPPO Find X10 vs Find X9 specs-based comparison to find out.

Specs at a glance

OPPO Find X10 price in India

The OPPO Find X10 is priced in India at Rs 1,39,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant, while the top-end 12GB RAM + 512GB storage option costs Rs 1,69,999. That's a significant jump from its predecessor. The OPPO Find X9, which now seems discontinued, is listed on the official website with a sticker price of Rs 84,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant.

OPPO Find X10 vs Find X9 design and display

The OPPO Find X10 refines the Find X9's design by giving the squircle camera module and the adjacent LED flash a distinct finish that sets them apart from the rest of the body. The module features a glossy finish that makes it stand out, while the rest of the body has a frosted finish. The OPPO Find X10 has also been introduced in three new shades: Glacier Blue, Glow Coral, and Mist Blue. 

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Personally, the Glow Coral looks more eye-catching in the press renders and reminds me of the OPPO Find X9s. The other aspects of the Find X10 appear identical to those of the OPPO Find X9, which was introduced in Titanium Grey, Space Black, and Velvet Red. Both smartphones feature flat edges, a flat display, a Snap Key on the left side, and a volume rocker and power button on the right. They also carry IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings for water and dust resistance. The smartphones are also SGS five-star rated for protection against minor drops and falls.

The similarities of both smartphones extend to the dimensions as well, but the OPPO Find X9 is marginally lighter at 203 grams compared to the Find X10, which weighs 213 grams. Both phones also sport a 6.59-inch AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution, 10-bit colour depth, symmetrical bezels, and up to 3,600 nits peak brightness.

That said, the Find X10 gets a more power-efficient LTPO display, with a dynamic refresh rate ranging from 1Hz to 120Hz. Furthermore, the handset can clock a 144Hz refresh rate with select games for smoother animation and graphics. On the contrary, the Find X9 features a standard LTPS panel with up to a 120Hz refresh rate.

OPPO Find X10 vs Find X9 chipset and software

At the core of the OPPO Find X10 is MediaTek's Dimensity 9600M SoC, which shares the same architecture as the Dimensity 9500 that powers the Find X9. Both SoCs are built on TSMC's 3nm process node and deliver the same clock speeds. The smartphones also feature LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage, ensuring identical app launch times and data transfer speeds, respectively.

Software-wise, the OPPO Find X10 runs ColorOS 17, based on Android 17, out of the box. The latest software version brings a host of new features, which we have covered extensively in our ColorOS 17 hands-on article. The Find X9, on the other hand, comes pre-loaded with ColorOS 16 but is expected to receive the stable ColorOS 17 update via OTA soon as part of its four major OS upgrade support.

OPPO Find X10 vs Find X9 cameras

Cameras are where the OPPO Find X10 has received some noteworthy upgrades. The handset features a triple camera setup, comprising a 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HPE OIS primary sensor, 50MP Samsung ISOCELL JN5 ultrawide lens, and a 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HPS 3x OIS periscope telephoto unit. The setup is paired with a 24-channel True Colour camera to capture realistic and lifelike colours. Even the selfie camera has received an upgrade, bumping the resolution to 50MP for superior results.

The Find X10 also benefits from OPPO's partnership with Hasselblad, with its cameras tuned to reflect the camera maker's signature style. The collaboration brings a range of shooting modes and filters, allowing users to experiment with different photographic styles and achieve more refined results.

The OPPO Find X9 also features Hasselblad-tuned cameras, but its setup now looks inferior on paper, with a triple 50MP rear camera system and a 32MP front-facing camera. When we reviewed it, the Find X9 stood out as one of the most promising smartphones for photography. It will be interesting to see how the Find X10 builds on that reputation with its larger sensors.

OPPO Find X10 vs Find X9 battery and charging

The OPPO Find X10 gets a battery upgrade, packing an 8,000mAh unit compared to the 7,025mAh battery on the Find X9. This should theoretically translate into longer battery life for the newer model. According to OPPO, the Find X10 can deliver up to 27.7 hours of YouTube streaming, 20.5 hours of Instagram Reels playback, and 8.1 hours of BGMI gaming at 120 FPS. A full review will give us a clearer picture of the Find X10's actual battery life, so stay tuned.

As for charging, both smartphones support 80W SuperVOOC wired charging and 50W AirVOOC wireless charging. A wired charger is included in the box. Given the Find X10's larger battery, it should take longer to charge than the Find X9, although the difference may not be significant.

Verdict

If you're an OPPO Find X9 user, upgrading to the Find X10 may not justify the price difference. The in-hand feel, viewing experience, and performance are likely to be nearly identical on both smartphones. Cameras and battery life are where the Find X10 may have an edge, thanks to its superior sensors and larger battery capacity, respectively.

This time around, the standard Find X10 also supports the Teleconverter Kit, which uses a separately sold telephoto lens to extend the smartphone's optical zoom capabilities and capture distant subjects with greater detail and portraits with better depth effects.

If you want the telephoto extender kit without spending roughly Rs 2 lakh on the Find X10 Pro Max, the Find X10 is worth considering. Otherwise, existing Find X9 users can comfortably sit this one out.

• OPPO Pad Mini is priced at Rs 94,999.
• The tablet comes with an 8,000mAh battery.
• OPPO Pad Mini is the brand's flagship compact tablet.

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OPPO launched its latest flagship Find X10 smartphone series in India today. Alongside the smartphones, OPPO also launched the Pad Mini, its flagship compact tablet. The OPPO Pad Mini comes with a compact 8.8-inch display, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, and an 8,000mAh battery. It would be the closest rival to the iPad Mini in terms of the form factor and hardware. The Pad Mini also finally gives Android users an option of a flagship compact tablet. 

Here are all the details about OPPO's latest tablet in India. 

OPPO Pad Mini price in India, availability

The OPPO Pad Mini is priced at Rs 94,999 in India. It's available in a single 8GB RAM + 256GB storage variant and in Lavender. The official sale for the Pad Mini is set to take place on October 29th via Flipkart and the Oppo online store. 

OPPO Pad Mini specifications

OPPO Pad Mini features an 8.8-inch (2520 x 1680 pixels) 2.5K Matte Display with a 144Hz refresh rate, 1,600 nits peak full-screen brightness, and 3,200 nits peak local brightness. The tablet is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, the same chipset found on performance-focused phones like the OnePlus 15R and iQOO 15R. We can expect flagship-level performance from the OPPO Pad Mini. 

The tablet packs a sizeable 8,000mAh battery with 67W fast charging support. With this battery capacity, you should get around an entire day's power on the OPPO Pad Mini, depending on your usage. For optics, you get a 13MP rear camera and an 8MP front camera on the Pad Mini. 

The OPPO Pad Mini is designed for people who want a compact tablet, preferably for reading, consuming content, and casual usage. It also has a powerful chipset, making it a good option for intensive tasks as well. Considering its price, though, the OPPO Pad Mini makes sense only if you truly want that compact form factor for a tablet running on Android. Otherwise, you can consider affordable alternatives like the OnePlus Pad 4, which has a faster chipset and a bigger battery. 

• OPPO Enco X4 is priced in India at Rs 19,999.
• The earbuds are the company's first to offer lossless audio transmission with the OPPO Find X series.
• The Enco X4 is fine-tuned by Dynaudio to offer as many as five sound profiles.

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Alongside its flagship Find X10 series smartphones, OPPO has also launched the Enco X4 TWS earbuds. The premium earbuds feature a dual-driver audio system, AI-powered real-time active noise cancellation (ANC), and support for lossless wireless audio transmission. The earbuds can be paired with two devices simultaneously and support spatial audio with dynamic head tracking, AI-powered translation, and Conversation Awareness. As for battery, the OPPO Enco X4 is rated to deliver up to 53 hours of battery life with the charging case.

OPPO Enco X4 price in India, availability

The OPPO Enco X4 is priced in India at Rs 19,999. The buds come in a couple of colour variants: Glacier White and Aurora Violet. Sale starts October 29th across India via OPPO's official website and Amazon.in.

OPPO Enco X4 specifications

The OPPO Enco X4 boasts dual 11mm bass drivers and 6mm planar diaphragm tweeters, with dedicated digital-to-analogue for wide sound coverage. The earbuds also feature sound tuning developed in collaboration with Dynaudio to offer as many as five sound profiles, including Dynaudio Original Sound, Dynaudio High-Resolution, Pure Vocals, Crisp Highs and Thundering Bass.

The OPPO Enco X4 supports the LHDC Lossless audio codec, with a transmission bitrate of up to 2.3Mbps and support for audio at up to 24-bit/48kHz. The feature is designed to preserve more detail in compatible audio recordings during wireless transmission. However, lossless audio is disabled by default and requires a compatible OPPO Find X series smartphone.

Moving on, the earbuds boast a triple-microphone system, a 6nm neural processing unit (NPU) and adaptive ANC algorithms to cancel out background noise and deliver an immersive listening experience. OPPO claims a 100 percent improvement in overall noise cancellation performance and 30 percent stronger noise cancellation across speech frequencies compared with the Enco X3s.

The OPPO Enco X4 also uses Adaptive Mode with AI-based scene recognition to adjust noise cancellation and transparency settings according to the surrounding environment. For added convenience,  the pair features Conversation Awareness that automatically lowers the music volume and switches to transparency mode when the wearer starts speaking. Not just that, the TWS earphones tout AI Clear Call, which uses three microphones and a voice pickup unit (VPU) to help reduce background noise during calls.

To enhance grip and prolonged usage, OPPO has redesigned the ear tips on the Enco X4 with foam silicone, developed using data from more than 2,800 ear canal scans, to provide a more comfortable grip. Other features include spatial audio with dynamic head tracking, a 10-band Sound Master EQ, dual-device connectivity and support for Google Gemini.

The earbuds also offer AI Live Translation, although the full experience is currently limited to select OPPO and OnePlus smartphones running ColorOS 17 or later. Then there are a few accessibility features such as remote camera control on select OPPO phones, head gestures for handling calls, and Neck Health reminders on compatible OPPO and OnePlus devices.

As for connectivity, the OPPO Enco X4 supports Bluetooth 6.1 and can connect to two devices simultaneously, including Android, iOS and Windows devices. When paired with compatible OPPO smartphones, its Smart Bluetooth feature is claimed to offer a connection range of up to 400 metres in open environments.

A full charge is slated to provide up to 13 hours of music playback, extending to 53 hours with the charging case. These figures are based on AAC playback with ANC turned off and the volume set to 50 percent. With ANC enabled, the earbuds are rated to offer up to six hours of playback on a single charge and 26 hours with the charging case under the same volume and codec conditions, which is still quite impressive.

OPPO claims that a 10-minute charge via a USB Type-C port can provide up to 14 hours of music playback. In terms of design, the OPPO Enco X4 features a combination of matte and glossy finishes, along with a charging case with metallic-finish edges. The earbuds are available in Glacier White and Aurora Violet colour options. They also carry an IP55 rating for dust and water resistance, although the charging case is not rated for either.

• OPPO Find X10 series has launched in India starting from Rs 1,39,999.
• The Find X10 Pro Max is the first flagship in India to get the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro
• The base Find X10 gets the same 8,000mAh battery, 200MP primary and telephoto cameras as the Pro Max

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OPPO has launched the Find X10 series in India, bringing the flagship Find X10 Pro Max and the more compact Find X10. The Pro Max is built around a triple 200MP camera system and a camera-inspired design with a Hasselblad-influenced LUMO Colour Module, while the Find X10 carries a 200MP main and telephoto camera in a smaller body. Both phones share an 8,000mAh battery and a new customisable Snap Key. Here are the full details.

OPPO Find X10, Find X10 Pro Max price and availability

The OPPO Find X10 starts from Rs 1,39,999 for the variant with 12GB RAM and 256GB internal storage. The 12GB + 512GB variant costs Rs 1,69,999. The Find X10 Pro Max will be available at Rs 1,99,999 for the sole 12GB + 512GB version. The phones go on sale from October 29th.

The Hasselblad Teleconverter Kit has also launched in India and will be available at Rs 24,999

OPPO Find X10 series specifications and features

Design

The Find X10 Pro Max comes in Luna White and Titanium Grey. The Luna White version has the more distinctive look: a matte silver LUMO Color Module that houses the True Color Camera and dual flash, surrounded by knurled detailing inspired by professional cameras and a matte orange accent ring that OPPO says is a Hasselblad signature. The back panel combines smooth matte glass with a subtle fabric-inspired pattern. The Titanium Grey version is more understated, with sculpted-glass detailing around the camera module.

The Find X10 has a sculpted-glass camera module and comes in Glacier Blue, Glow Coral, and Mist Grey. Both phones have an aluminium frame with flat sides, a velvet-textured glass back, OPPO Crystal Shield Glass, and IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings. The Pro Max is about 8.40mm thick and weighs around 233g (Luna White) or 235g (Titanium Grey), while the Find X10 is about 8.35mm thick and weighs around 216g.

A customisable Snap Key sits on the left side of the frame. It can launch AI Mind Space, or be assigned to functions such as sound and vibration controls, the camera, flashlight, voice recording, translation, and screenshots.

Display

The Find X10 Pro Max has a 6.78-inch flat display with a 2772x1278 pixel resolution and symmetrical 1.15mm bezels, while the Find X10 gets a smaller 6.59-inch flat display with a 2768x1278 resolution and 0.99mm bezels. Both are LTPO panels with adaptive refresh rates from 1Hz to 120Hz, going up to 144Hz in supported games.

OPPO claims up to 2,000 nits of global peak brightness and 3,600 nits of local peak brightness, along with 95 percent BT.2020 colour gamut coverage. The displays can dim down to 1 nit and use 3,840Hz PWM dimming to reduce flicker at low brightness.

Performance and software

The Find X10 Pro Max is the first smartphone in India to launch with the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, a 2nm chipset that consists of two C2-Ultra cores with clock speeds up to 4.55GHz and three C2-Pro big cores at 4.35GHz, and three C2-Pro big cores at 3.1GHz, delivering up to 17% higher single-core and 15% higher multi-core performance over the previous generation. The base Find X10 is powered by the Dimensity 9600M.

The Pro Max comes in a single 12GB + 512GB configuration, and the Find X10 in 12GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB. Both use LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage, and run ColorOS 17. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.2, NFC, and dual SIM with eSIM support.

Cameras

The Find X10 Pro Max has three 200MP rear cameras: a main camera with an f/1.5 aperture and OIS, an ultrawide camera with an f/2.2 aperture and a 124-degree field of view, and a telephoto camera with an f/2.1 aperture, OIS, and 3x optical zoom (up to 18x digital). The Find X10 has a 200MP main camera with an f/1.6 aperture and OIS, a 200MP telephoto camera with an f/2.6 aperture, OIS, and 2.8x optical zoom, and a 50MP ultrawide camera.

Both phones also have a 3.2MP multi-spectral sensor, which is likely the True Color Camera OPPO mentions, and a 50MP front camera with autofocus. The camera app includes Hasselblad Hi-Res and Hasselblad Teleconverter modes. For video, both phones support 8K recording at 30fps and 4K at up to 120fps, including in Dolby Vision.

Battery and charging

Both phones have an 8,000mAh typical battery with 80W SUPERVOOC wired charging and 50W AIRVOOC wireless charging. The USB-C port supports USB 3.2 Gen 1. This is interesting to see considering one would have expected the bigger Pro Max model to get a bigger battery.

OPPO Find X10 series specifications at a glance

Which Find X10 phone should you buy?

The Find X10 Pro Max and Find X10 share more than they differ. Both have the same 8,000mAh battery, 80W wired and 50W wireless charging, a flat LTPO display with the same brightness and colour specs, IP69 protection, and a 200MP main camera and 200MP telephoto, both with OIS.

What the Pro Max adds is a bigger 6.78-inch screen, the higher-tier Dimensity 9600 Pro, a 200MP ultrawide in place of the Find X10's 50MP one, a faster and slightly longer 3x telephoto, a 16GB RAM option, and the more distinctive Hasselblad-inspired design. For most people, that list doesn't look like it justifies a big premium.

The Find X10 is lighter at around 216g, likely easier to use one-handed, and also comes in a 12GB + 512GB version that matches the Pro Max's base storage, so it's worth comparing those two like for like. The Pro Max makes sense if you shoot a lot of ultrawide, want the biggest screen, or care about the design. For most buyers looking at the Find X10 series, the base Find X10 looks like the smarter buy, at least on paper. We are currently reviewing the Pro Max model and will have more to share about that device soon, so stay tuned.

• The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9n starts at Rs 3,19,990 in India.
• The Yoga 9n 2-in-1 offers a 360-degree design and dual-surface pen input
• Both laptops feature NVIDIA's RTX Spark chipset and deliver up to 1 petaflop of AI performance.

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Lenovo has launched two new Yoga laptops in India, the Yoga Pro 9n Gen 11 and the Yoga 9n 2-in-1 Gen 11, powered by NVIDIA RTX Spark. These machines will cater to creators, developers and AI professionals with a focus on running demanding AI tasks locally. Let's discuss them in more detail below.

Lenovo Yoga Pro 9n and Yoga 9n 2-in-1: price in India 

The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9n Gen 11 starts at Rs 3,19,990 in India, while the Yoga 9n 2-in-1 Gen 11 starts at Rs 3,54,990. The Yoga Pro 9n is available through Lenovo's official website and select retail outlets. The Yoga 9n 2-in-1 is available exclusively through Lenovo.com. Buyers can also customise the laptops through Lenovo's online store, with options to configure memory, storage and accessories.

What do the Lenovo Yoga RTX Spark laptops offer?

Both laptops use NVIDIA RTX Spark technology, which combines a 20-core NVIDIA Grace CPU with Blackwell RTX graphics to deliver up to 1 petaflop of AI performance. The Yoga Pro 9n supports up to 128GB of unified memory, while the Yoga 9n 2-in-1 supports up to 64GB.

This setup is designed to run AI models and applications locally, helping users work on AI development, software coding, video editing and 3D rendering without relying entirely on cloud services.

Lenovo has also included its Powerhub and AI Engine+ tools, which can direct tasks to different parts of the system based on the workload. This should help the laptops manage demanding tasks while balancing performance and power use. Both models also support NVIDIA's CUDA software tools, which developers can use to build and run AI applications.

The Yoga 9n 2-in-1 is unique for its 360-degree hinge, which lets users switch between laptop, tablet, tent, stand and canvas modes. It also supports Lenovo's Yoga Pen Gen 2, which offers pressure sensitivity, tilt support, palm rejection and customisable controls.

Users can write or draw directly on the OLED display or use the haptic ForcePad. This could be useful for sketching, taking notes, annotating documents and making precise edits.

The Yoga Pro 9n, meanwhile, has a regular design for users who need performance for creative work, AI development and gaming. Both laptops feature a PureSight Pro OLED display with 100 per cent P3 colour coverage, VESA DisplayHDR True Black 1000 certification and factory Pantone validation. These features improve colour accuracy and offer high-contrast for photo and video work.

Who should buy the Lenovo Yoga RTX Spark laptops?

The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9n and Yoga 9n 2-in-1 are best suited to developers, AI engineers and creators who regularly run heavy AI workloads. Running AI models locally could help them reduce cloud usage and save on token costs, while NVIDIA's CUDA tools and RTX graphics can support AI development, video editing and 3D rendering. Gaming is an added benefit for those who want one machine for both productivity and games. 

The consumer alternatives for these machines would include the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 Pro, starting at Rs 2,99,900 for heavy AI workloads, and also offers better CPU and GPU-based performance. For users with lighterworkloads, the ASUS Zenbook S16 with AMD Ryzen AI 9 465+, listed at Rs 1,82,990, can be a good alternative.

These laptops, however,  use integrated graphics and offer less memory than the Yoga Pro 9n's top configuration of 128GB. The Lenovo Yoga RTX Spark models are worth considering for buyers who need local AI development and powerful graphics, while most can make do with more affordable AI laptops for everyday productivity and lighter workloads.

• The Moto Razr Flex's inner display will measure just under 7-inches.
• The Moto Razr Flex could use the same processor as the Signature.
• The Motorola foldable may pack dual rear cameras and a 5,000mAh battery.

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A wide, foldable Razr smartphone from Motorola has been in the news since the company officially teased it on its social media accounts over a month ago. Touted as the 'Moto Razr Flex', a newly posted Geekbench listing has revealed the processor the wide Motorola foldable could run on. This follows Motorola's official confirmation that it will release the Signature 27 in India in the coming months, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6.

Motorola Razr Flex processor and other details revealed

According to Android Headlines, Motorola's upcoming wide-style foldable will be called the Moto Razr, with the codename 'Parker'. The report also says the smartphone will run on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, the same chipset that powers the Moto Razr Fold and Motorola Signature. The foldable's headline feature could be a 6.92-inch OLED main display with a 1728 × 2364 resolution and an adaptive refresh rate that supports HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision, while the cover screen would be a 4.97-inch OLED panel with a 1736 × 1140 resolution.

The dual rear camera setup could include a 50MP main sensor and a 50MP ultrawide unit, while both the inner and cover displays could get 32MP selfie cameras. A 5,000mAh dual-cell battery will run the show with USB-PD wired charging and 25W Qi2 wireless charging support. The phone will launch with Android 17, offer Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0, and carry IP48/IP49 durability ratings.

In addition, a design mockup published by Android Headlines suggests the smartphone could come in two colour shades: PANTONE Dark Botanical Garden and PANTONE Coriander. On the rear, the two camera lenses could sit in a pill-shaped module, accompanied by an LED flashlight and a sensor.

Moto Razr Flex visits Geekbench

A newly posted Geekbench listing shows a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 SoC powering the Razr Flex, which corroborates Android Headlines' report. The device tested on Geekbench 6 carried 12GB of RAM and ran Android 17. Turning to the results, the Razr Flex scored 2,669 points in the single-core test and 8,837 in the multi-core test.

The listing lists the device as the Motorola Razr Flex 27, where the "27" moniker plausibly suggests it's a 2027 device, even if it launches in 2026. The Signature 27 follows the same naming scheme.

From the looks of it, the Motorola Razr Flex is well-suited to compete with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and iPhone Duo, which go on sale tomorrow. However, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 in the Razr Flex may fall short in raw performance compared to the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and A20 Pro in Samsung and Apple's latest wide-style foldables. For cameras, the Xiaomi 18 Fold seems like the best pick for those who want a flexible camera on a wide foldable, thanks to its added telephoto lens. The 18 Fold is currently limited to China, though.

All in all, if you're looking for a compact foldable that takes many software cues from stock Android/Pixel UI and you're fine with not getting the best raw performance, the Razr Flex could be worth the wait.

Availability

The TravelLite TL44-53M-G2 will be available through Acer's commercial and enterprise channels. Configurations and pricing will vary by customer requirements.

Performance and AI

The TravelLite runs on the Intel Core Ultra Series 3 platform. It spreads workloads across the CPU, GPU, and NPU for responsive performance and efficient operation. Acer says this supports productivity, collaboration, content creation, and local AI applications. However, the press release does not name the exact processor SKUs or give NPU TOPS figures.

Security and manageability

Intel vPro provides hardware-assisted security for business endpoints. It also supposedly lets IT administrators remotely manage, diagnose, and maintain devices across distributed environments. For enterprise buyers, this visibility into device health is often as important as raw performance.

Design and display

The notebook has a full aluminium chassis, is under 18mm thin and under 1.4kg, and is MIL-STD 810H certified. The 14-inch FHD IPS display supposedly offers 300 nits of brightness in a 16:10 aspect ratio, and the 180-degree hinge lies flat. A 5MP IR camera with Windows Hello, stereo speakers with DTS Audio, and noise-cancelling microphones cover video calls.

Connectivity and upgradeability

Two USB Type-C ports support Thunderbolt, DisplayPort, and USB charging. Wireless connectivity comes from Intel Wi-Fi 7 (BE211) 2x2 and Bluetooth 5.4. The laptop supports up to 128GB of dual-channel DDR5 memory and has dual M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD slots, including PCIe 5.0 x4 support. That expandability lets IT teams configure machines for different roles.

In the 14-inch vPro business notebook segment, the TravelLite competes with the Dell Pro 14, HP EliteBook 6 series, and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and L14 lines. Its main selling points seem to be its sub-1.4kg aluminium build, support for PCIe 5.0 storage, and local manufacturing. Acer has not disclosed battery capacity or specific battery life. Pricing is also unconfirmed, so a direct value comparison must wait.

Acer is pushing deeper into the commercial segment, where manageability, security, and fleet-level support matter more than consumer features. The India-built angle also fits the broader trend of PC brands, including ASUS and GIGABYTE, localising production.

• OnePlus Turbo 7 Pro could feature a 185Hz display, a 200MP main camera and a battery of at least 9,000mAh.
• The phone is tipped to use Qualcomm's unannounced SM8845 Pro chipset and support an external cooling fan.
• The smartphone could launch in China by the end of 2026, but its India launch remains uncertain.

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Not long ago, there were rumours of OnePlus shutting down. Looks like it shows no signs of slowing down in China at least, despite exiting America and Europe. The company is reportedly preparing another performance-focused smartphone, the OnePlus Turbo 7 Pro, with leaked specifications suggesting it could borrow several features from the recently unveiled flagship, the OnePlus 16. These include a super smooth display, a 200MP primary camera and a large battery.

OnePlus Turbo 7 Pro specifications leaked

Tipster Digital Chat Station shared the specifications of the purported OnePlus Turbo 7 Pro in a Weibo post, which was later edited. The phone is tipped to feature a 6.78-inch flat display with a 1.5K resolution and a 185Hz refresh rate. It could run on Qualcomm's 3nm SM8845 Pro chipset, which has yet to be announced. Recent leaks suggest it could be marketed as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 6 or Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Pro. The same chipset is also rumoured to power the upcoming iQOO Z12 Turbo (iQOO 16R).

The phone could feature a 200MP primary camera with a large sensor. OnePlus is also reportedly working on an external cooling fan accessory that could connect through pogo pins on a compatible case. This could help manage temperatures during long gaming sessions, although details about the accessory remain scarce.  Brands like ASUS (ROG Phone AeroActive Cooler), Black Shark, and RedMagic have sold external clip-on or magnetic semiconductor cooling fans for years, so this suggests the phone could be looking to target gamers specifically.

Battery capacity could be another highlight. The Turbo 7 Pro is tipped to pack at least a 9,000mAh battery, with engineering samples reportedly reaching 10,000mAh. The final capacity and charging speeds remain unknown.

The OnePlus Turbo 6 already features a 6.78-inch 1.5K OLED display with a 165Hz refresh rate, a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset and a 9,000mAh battery. It also supports 80W wired charging and has a 50MP primary camera with optical image stabilisation (OIS). The Turbo 7 Pro could bring a faster refreshing screen, a higher resolution camera and a newer processor. However, a 200MP sensor doesn't automatically mean better photos, and details about the camera hardware and image stabilisation are yet to emerge. Interestingly, the leaked display, camera resolution and battery capacity match those reported for the OnePlus 16. The chipset is expected to be the main difference between the two phones.

OnePlus Turbo 7 Pro launch timeline and availability

OnePlus launched the Turbo 6 in China in January, and the phone later served as the basis for the Nord 6, which arrived in India in April. The Turbo 7 Pro could adopt a similar strategy, but an international launch hasn't been confirmed.

Its pricing and launch date also remain unknown. If OnePlus brings the phone to India, its price and sustained gaming performance will determine how it compares with rivals such as the iQOO Z and upcoming Neo phones. Buyers should wait for confirmed details before judging it against the OnePlus 16 and other flagships and sub-flagships.

• The Reno 16 launched in India at Rs 66,999.
• The smartphone has received a price hike of up to Rs 7,000. 
• OPPO has also launched an 8GB + 128GB variant recently. 

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OPPO launched the Reno 16 in July this year as its latest premium mid-range offering. The smartphone comes with a stylish design, versatile cameras, a large battery, and more. The Reno 16 is now more expensive by up to Rs 12,000 since its launch in India. This news isn't surprising, though, as it was expected given that almost every new and old phone is going through the same shift. The Reno 16 also has an 8GB + 128GB variant, which was launched recently. 

OPPO Reno 16 India price hike 

The Reno 16 (review) now starts at Rs 72,999 after a price hike of Rs 7,000 on its 8GB + 256GB variant, which earlier cost Rs 66,999. The 12GB + 256GB variant, which was earlier priced at Rs 72,999, is now available at Rs 79,999. The new price hike pushes the Reno 16 to another category altogether, at least for these variants.

The base variant of the OPPO Reno 16, which comes with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage, is priced at Rs 65,999. This keeps the Reno 16 in the original price segment of its launch price, which started at Rs 61,999. It's also more expensive than its direct rival, the Vivo V80, which costs Rs 62,999 for the same memory configuration. 

At its revised price, the Reno 16 faces stiffer competition as it creeps closer to the flagship segment. While true flagships remain more expensive, bank offers and discounts can bring them within reach. Furthermore, for users prioritising pure performance and battery life, more affordable alternatives like the iQOO 15R and OnePlus 15R present stronger value. That said, the Reno 16 still holds its ground with its sleek, premium design, vibrant display, and impressive cameras, making it worth considering if design and imaging are your top priorities. It would also be wise to buy the Reno 16 now if you really want it, as the phone may get costlier in the foreseeable future. 

LG sees higher interest from prospective TV buyers

• Samsung leads current TV ownership at 17.9 per cent, followed by LG at 17.2 per cent and Sony at 15.7 per cent.
• When asked which brand they plan to buy next, 22.9 per cent of respondents chose Sony, followed by Samsung at 20.1 per cent and LG at 19.7 per cent.
• LG's share rises by 2.5 percentage points between current ownership and future purchase preference. This suggests that the brand is attracting interest from people considering their next TV.

• While Sony and Samsung remain ahead in future purchase preference, LG is close behind Samsung, with just a 0.4 percentage point gap. Its position among the top three brands in both metrics points to an established presence and continued interest among TV buyers.
• One possible reason is LG's dominant presence in the premium TV segment, particularly with its OLED range. The brand offers several tiers, from the B series to the C series and flagship G series, giving buyers different levels of picture performance and features. Its newer OLED models also bring advanced panel technology, including Tandem OLED displays in select 2026 models.

LG records high brand loyalty among TV users

• LG ranks second in brand loyalty, with 46 per cent of respondents saying they are likely to buy another LG TV when upgrading. Sony leads the list at 52.8 per cent, while Samsung follows at 43 per cent.
• This puts LG ahead of several major TV brands and shows that a sizeable share of its existing users would consider sticking with the brand for their next purchase.
• The result is quite impressive given LG's position in the current ownership rankings. The brand accounts for 17.2 per cent of TV ownership among respondents, placing it second behind Samsung at 17.9 per cent.
• It also ranks third in future purchase preference, with 19.7 per cent of respondents planning to buy an LG TV next. This points to an established user base and continued interest from prospective buyers.
• LG's repeat purchase intent could reflect the experience its existing customers have had with the brand.
• Picture and sound quality, along with the overall smart TV experience, could be among the factors that influence whether users return to the brand when upgrading. We'll discuss that in the next section. 

LG performs well in picture and sound quality satisfaction

• LG ranks second in picture quality satisfaction, with 81.6 per cent of respondents satisfied with their TV's picture quality. Sony leads at 87.4 per cent, while Samsung follows closely at 80.8 per cent.
• LG also ranks third in sound quality satisfaction, with 71.5 per cent of respondents rating their TV positively. Sony leads at 78.2 per cent, followed by VU at 72.9 per cent. LG scores ahead of Samsung and TCL, both at 67.7 per cent.

• Good picture and sound quality can improve the overall viewing experience without requiring buyers to spend more on accessories. TVs with capable built-in speakers may reduce the need for a separate soundbar or speaker system, helping buyers manage their overall spending.
• While the survey does not directly link these satisfaction scores to LG's brand loyalty, its results show that the brand performs well across both aspects. This could be one of several factors influencing users who are considering another LG TV when upgrading.

• LG also ranks third in value-for-money satisfaction, with 72.3 per cent of respondents rating their TV 4 or higher on this metric. While Samsung leads at 76.7 per cent, LG scores just behind Sony at 72.9 per cent.
• This suggests that LG's appeal is not limited to picture and sound quality, with a majority of respondents also viewing its TVs favourably in terms of value for money.

Based on our survey results so far (read here), LG appears to be a leading brand among Indian TV buyers, with a sizeable existing user base and continued interest from those planning their next purchase. Its performance in picture and sound quality satisfaction, along with favourable value-for-money ratings, further enhances its appeal across these key aspects of the viewing experience.

The survey also suggests LG has retained the interest of its existing users, with 46 per cent likely to buy another TV from the brand when upgrading. While Sony leads in both future purchase preference and brand loyalty, LG's position across ownership, satisfaction and repeat purchase intent points to a well-established presence in the market and continued appeal among buyers.

• OnePlus Ace 7 series will feature an active cooling fan system.
• The lineup will include the OnePlus Ace 7 and Ace 7 Pro.
• The Ace 7 Pro will feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Pro. 

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OnePlus has officially announced the launch date for its next Ace smartphone series. The OnePlus Ace 7 and Ace 7 Pro will debut in China next week. One of these phones is expected to arrive as the OnePlus 16R in India. Like the previous generations, the OnePlus Ace 7 series will also focus on performance and gaming with dedicated hardware and features. 

OnePlus Ace 7 series China launch

The OnePlus Ace 7 series is launching in China on October 29th. The launch event is scheduled to take place at 7 pm China time, which would be 4:30 pm IST for viewers in India. Both phones are also available for pre-order in China. 

OnePlus Ace 7 series: what to expect

OnePlus has confirmed the Ace 7 Pro will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, which was launched last year. It's a flagship chipset proven to deliver peak performance speeds and endurance. The company has also detailed the Ace 7 series' cooling system, which is expected to be its highlight. This would also be an upgrade over the Ace 6 series, as it only came with external cooling accessories. The OnePlus Ace 7 series features an industry-first "Dual-Path Glacier Air Cooling System," designed to keep temperatures up to 10 degrees Celsius lower during continuous gaming. 

The cooling system has a dual-path airflow architecture where hot air is blown away, and cool air reaches your hands. It is also said to use the same tower fin structure as professional graphics cards and PC coolers, offering ultra-high heat dissipation efficiency. The OnePlus Ace 7 series will also feature an additional dedicated sensor that ensures the fan works only when required. 

The OnePlus Ace 7 series is also expected to feature a 6.78-inch 1.5K flat OLED display and a super-high 185Hz refresh rate, which means buttery smooth graphics for gaming. General scrolling will most likely be restricted to 165Hz, which would also be one of the highest in the segment.

Based on what we know so far, the OnePlus Ace 7 series is made for serious gaming. If you're looking for a phone where you can game for long without having to worry about heating issues or performance lags, the OnePlus Ace 7 series could be worth waiting for. You can also compare it with the upcoming Redmi K100 to see which gaming phone is the better fit for you. 

• Apple is reportedly bringing only 6,000 units of the iPhone Duo to India in its first week, ahead of its October 23rd sale.
• Grey market sellers are said to be charging Rs 30,000 to Rs 50,000 above the official starting price of Rs 2,99,900.
• Apple has limited purchases to two units per customer, while fresh online orders are facing delivery dates in January 2027.

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Whoever thought Apple had "overpriced" the iPhone Duo clearly doesn't know the iPhone fans' game. Apple's first foldable iPhone is proving difficult to get in India, even for buyers willing to spend nearly Rs 3 lakh on it. The Duo reportedly sold out within minutes of pre-orders opening on October 16th, pushing delivery estimates into January next year. With launch stock limited to 6,000 units in India as per a report by Livemint, grey market sellers are now asking up to Rs 50,000 extra for the phone.

The iPhone Duo starts at Rs 2,99,900 for the 256GB model, going up to Rs 4,49,900 for the 2TB version. Buyers placing fresh orders are reportedly facing delivery estimates as late as January 23rd, 2027.

iPhone Duo shortage

The shortage appears to be partly due to manufacturing difficulties with Apple's first foldable phone. A report by Chinese publication Jiemian News, citing a source close to Foxconn's supply chain, said final assembly yields were only slightly above 60 percent as of September 17th. In other words, a sizeable share of units on the production line were not passing quality checks.

The reported problems also involve Samsung Display's foldable OLED panels and hinge components, with low production yields, delayed deliveries and design changes affecting the manufacturing process. The report said Foxconn was still adjusting its equipment and assembly methods to meet Apple's quality requirements. Apple hasn't publicly confirmed these production issues.

With official supplies limited, grey-market sellers are reportedly sourcing units from Dubai and Singapore, where the phone may be available sooner. The reported premium ranges from Rs 30,000 to Rs 50,000 above Apple's Indian prices. Apple has also limited purchases to two iPhone Duo units per customer on its website and app. The restriction could help curb bulk purchases by resellers, but it won't resolve the underlying supply problem.

Should you buy the iPhone Duo now?

The iPhone Duo starts at a considerably higher price than rival foldables such as the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, which launched at around Rs 1.8 lakh in India. Buyers should consider whether Apple's foldable design and iOS experience justify the price difference, especially with unofficial sellers asking even more. 

Buying from grey-market sellers can also mean missing out on an Indian invoice and the warranty and service support available through authorised retail channels. For those set on buying the iPhone Duo, waiting for official stock is the safer choice. Paying an extra Rs 30,000 to Rs 50,000 only gets you the phone sooner, with no additional features. Apple has not confirmed the reported allocation, and availability could improve as more units reach India.

• Infinix GT 50 Pro is launching in India on October 27th.
• The smartphone will come with exclusive gaming accessories.
• The GT 50 Pro will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultimate processor.

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Infinix is set to launch the GT 50 Pro smartphone in India on October 27th. It's a gaming-focused smartphone with dedicated hardware and features. Now, Infinix has revealed that the GT 50 Pro will launch with exclusive gaming accessories, including a controller, a magnetic cooling accessory, and a station to turn your TV into a gaming setup. Here are the complete details. 

Infinix GT 50 Pro gaming accessories

GT NX Controller

The Infinix GT 50 Pro is getting a dedicated controller aimed at offering a console-style experience for gaming. The controller clamps onto the GT 50 Pro with the handles on each side, offering an ergonomic grip, hall-effect controls, and configurable inputs. It even splits into two separate handles connected via Bluetooth to play compatible two-player games like the Nintendo Switch. 

GT NX Station

The GT NX Station can turn your TV into a gaming setup by connecting the GT 50 Pro to a compatible TV or monitor. It supports display output of up to 4K at 60Hz on compatible setups, 9-in-1 connectivity, including HDMI, USB ports, wired Ethernet, expandable storage, and audio connections. 

GT MagCharge Cooler 2.0

The GT MagCharge Cooler 2.0 is a magnetic accessory that sticks to the back of the GT 50 Pro to cool the device during extended gaming sessions. The device offers 12W thermoelectric cooling with 15W wireless charging support. On the GT 50 Pro, it also supports wireless bypass charging, which helps manage heat and battery stress during gameplay. The cooling accessory also comes with RGB lighting. 

These accessories will be launched alongside the Infinix GT 50 Pro on October 27th. It will most likely be offered as a bundle or individually, too. Even without these accessories, the GT 50 Pro offers gaming-focused hardware including a 144Hz 1.5K AMOLED display with up to 144fps support for games, GT Trigger 2.0 shoulder buttons, HydroFlow liquid cooling technology, and a large 6,500mAh battery. The phone also features a supercar-inspired CyberMecha design with dynamic RGB lighting. 

If you're a gaming enthusiast and want that console-like experience on a phone, the Infinix GT 50 Pro will likely appeal to you. With the launch taking place in a few days, the GT 50 Pro could be worth waiting for. 

• The Lava Aura Curve is the only phone under Rs 25,000 to feature an AMOLED display in recent past.
• The phone will be available through Lava's offline retail network.
• The Lava Aura Curve competes against the Infinix Hot 70 Pro in its segment.

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After back-to-back launches under the Virat series in recent months, Lava unveiled the Aura Curve today, an offline-centric smartphone with a curved AMOLED display and a sleek body, priced under Rs 25,000. While the phone boasts respectable specifications, given the market situation where memory price hikes have forced brands to cut features, the Lava Aura Curve adds a rear LED display to show key information and stand out from the crowd.

Lava Aura Curve price, availability, sale

The Lava Aura Curve is priced at Rs 23,999 and comes in a single storage variant comprising 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. As stated above, the smartphone is meant for the offline segment and accordingly will be sold through Lava's offline retail network across India.

The colour variants of the Lava Aura Curve include Him Silver and Ambar Blue.

Lava Aura Curve specifications, features

As the name suggests, the Lava Aura Curve features a 6.67-inch FHD+ 3D curved AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 1,100 nits peak brightness, and 1920Hz PWM dimming. The display is protected by Al-Si DT Star 2 cover glass, and the build is military-grade certified. It also has a rear display with multiple LEDs that alerts users to incoming calls, messages, and app notifications, and even shows the volume level. This should be a nifty feature for those who prefer to keep their phones face down.

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The MediaTek Dimensity 7100 powers the Aura Curve, the same processor that powers Lava's Virat Curve and the Infinix Hot 70 Pro. Per our experience with the Virat Curve, the chipset should relay enough prowess for handling day-to-day tasks and even playing medium-level games, such as Clash Royale and BGMI at nominal settings. For optics, it packs a 50MP SONY IMX752 primary camera with EIS, plus a 13MP selfie shooter up front.

Along with the curved display, the bloatware-free software remains a key highlight, as with most Lava releases. The software runs on Android 16 and comes with two OS upgrades and three years of security patch updates. A 6000mAh battery provides juice to the phone, which is claimed to deliver up to 720 hours of standby, with 45W fast charging support and a 33W charger in the box.

Noteworthy additions to the Lava Aura Curve include dual stereo speakers with dual-mic noise cancellation, a vegan leather rear, an IP64 rating, and Vayu AI, which can answer user queries instantly via text and voice.

How does the Lava Aura Curve compare to the competition?

With the MediaTek Dimensity 7100, the Lava Aura Curve goes head-to-head with the Infinix Hot 70 Pro, which has the same chipset and retails for Rs 24,999. While both smartphones use the same processor, the Hot 70 Pro has a 1080p LCD display, giving the Aura Curve a clear advantage in displaying vivid contrast and deep blacks.

In battery and camera, both should be equally matched, with a 50MP primary camera and a 6,000mAh battery. In software, however, the Infinix Hot 70 Pro's XOS 16 should offer a more well-rounded experience, thanks to its mature, polished design language. All things considered, the Lava Aura Curve stands out as one of the few phones in the segment with an AMOLED display, making it ideal for content binge-watchers, while the Infinix Hot 70 Pro suits users who want a more mature software experience.

• NVIDIA RTX Spark laptops are available for purchase, starting at $2,599 in the US.
• They offer up to 128GB of unified memory to support local AI and creative workloads.

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NVIDIA RTX Spark laptops are now available in international markets. The initial lineup of laptops are from brands including ASUS, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft and MSI. They target users who want to run large AI models locally, work on creative projects and play supported games on the same machine. Here's what the RTX Spark laptops offer and how much they cost. 

NVIDIA RTX Spark laptops: price and availability

NVIDIA says RTX Spark laptops from ASUS, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft and MSI are now available through manufacturers' websites and major retailers. Here are some of the models and starting prices we found online across different markets.

Prices and configurations vary by region and retailer, so these figures should not be compared directly across currencies. NVIDIA lists $2,599 as the starting price for RTX Spark laptops in the US. The company has not announced India-specific availability or pricing yet. 

What are NVIDIA RTX Spark laptops designed for?

NVIDIA RTX Spark laptops are designed for people who want to run AI tools, create content and play games on one device. They combine RTX graphics with up to 128GB of unified memory, allowing users to run supported AI models locally for tasks such as writing, summarising and coding, instead of relying entirely on cloud services. They also support creative apps such as Photoshop, Premiere and Blender, along with NVIDIA's CUDA tools for developers.

Microsoft's Surface Laptop Ultra is one example of these laptops. It starts at $2,599.99 in the US, with higher-end configurations costing up to $3,699.99. Pre-orders opened on October 16, but Microsoft has not announced an India price or launch date. Its premium metal design, high-resolution display and large trackpad put it in the same category as Apple's MacBook Pro, which starts at Rs 2,39,900 in India, with the 14-inch M5 Pro model starting at Rs 2,49,900.

The key difference is the hardware, as the Surface Laptop Ultra combines an ARM-based NVIDIA Grace processor with a Blackwell RTX graphics chip and up to 128GB of shared memory. NVIDIA says the system can run AI models with up to 120 billion parameters locally. It also supports NVIDIA's CUDA and TensorRT tools, which can help developers and creators handle demanding workloads without always needing a separate desktop.

Gaming is another potential advantage over many ARM-based laptops, including Snapdragon-powered Windows machines and Apple MacBooks. RTX Spark laptops support NVIDIA's gaming technologies and hundreds of compatible games, making them an option worth buying for users who want AI tools, creative software and gaming in one machine. However, actual performance and battery life will depend on each laptop's hardware and how it handles these workloads.

As a launch offer, eligible buyers who are new to Perplexity can claim two months of Perplexity Pro and 3,000 bonus credits at no cost for a limited time. They must download the Perplexity Windows app on an eligible RTX Spark laptop and enter the code PERPLEXITYRTX in Settings.

• The POCO X8s is available for pre-order in Vietnam, with prices starting at VND 11,500,000 (around Rs 42,000).
• The phone features a 6.35-inch OLED display, Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, 6,330mAh battery and 100W charging.
• There's no news yet on an India launch, neither has there been a BIS sighting.

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POCO has listed the POCO X8s for pre-order on Xiaomi's official Shopee store in Vietnam, revealing its specifications, pricing and availability. The phone stands out as the compact model in the X8 series with its 6.35-inch display, making it a smaller alternative to the other models in the lineup. It also packs a 6,330mAh battery and supports 100W wired charging.

The launch follows the phone's appearance on international certification platforms and Geekbench, which already confirmed a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset and up to 12GB of RAM.

POCO X8s price and availability

The POCO X8s is listed in two configurations in Vietnam. The 8GB + 256GB storage variant costs VND 11,500,000 (around Rs 42,000), while the 12GB + 512GB storage model is priced at VND 14,000,000 (around Rs 51,000).

Launch vouchers bring the prices down to VND 8,242,500 (around Rs 30,000) and VND 10,190,000 (around Rs 37,000), respectively. Buyers also get a free pair of Redmi Buds 6 Play with their pre-orders. Deliveries are scheduled between November 6th and November 9th.

The phone is available in White, Black and Blue. Its model number, 2609CPC5FG, has also appeared on certification platforms in Singapore, Europe and Thailand, pointing to a possible wider rollout. However, these listings don't confirm availability in every market. An India launch is particularly uncertain as we've seen no BIS sighting.

POCO X8s specifications

As per the listing, the POCO X8s features a 6.35-inch OLED display and Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset. The rear camera setup includes a 50MP primary camera and an 8MP ultra-wide camera. It also packs a 6,330mAh battery with 100W wired fast charging, IP68-rated dust and water resistance, and Xiaomi HyperOS.

The phone's compact screen is its main point of difference from the larger POCO X8 series models. The battery capacity and charging speed could also appeal to buyers who want a smaller phone without giving up endurance or fast charging.

There is some confusion around its possible Redmi counterpart. While reports link the Chinese model number M583CF to a Redmi-branded device, the POCO X8s does not match the Redmi Turbo 5 currently sold in India. The latter has a 6.59-inch AMOLED display, a MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra chipset and a larger 7,540mAh battery.

The POCO X8s is worth considering at its discounted pre-order price, especially if you want a compact phone with an OLED display, a large battery and fast charging. However, it's worth waiting for independent reviews to assess its camera performance and battery life. Buyers in India and other markets should hold off for now, as POCO hasn't confirmed a wider rollout.

• The Vivo X500 Ultra is tipped to launch in China between March and April 2027, with Qualcomm's next-generation flagship chipset.
• The phone could feature a 6.85-inch 2K LTPO AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and a battery of around 7,000mAh.
• A new leak points to a larger 200MP telephoto camera, potentially giving the X500 Ultra an edge over rival camera flagships.

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Vivo's Ultra phones have made a name for themselves with their zoom cameras, and the next model could take things further. The Vivo X500 Ultra is reportedly in development with a 200MP telephoto sensor that's considerably larger than the one used in previous models. The phone is expected to launch in China between March and April next year, although the company hasn't confirmed its plans.

Vivo X500 Ultra specifications tipped

According to tipster Digital Chat Station on Weibo, the Vivo X500 Ultra could use Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset, which we recently saw on the OnePlus 16. The phone is also tipped to feature a 6.85-inch LTPO AMOLED display supplied by BOE, with a 2K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate.

The panel is said to have a flat design, slim bezels on all four sides and an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner. A battery of around 7,000mAh is also reportedly in the works. If that capacity makes it to the final product, it could give the X500 Ultra an advantage in battery life, though the actual results will depend on how vivo tunes the hardware and software.

The camera is where the latest leak gets interesting. Digital Chat Station has claimed that Vivo is testing a 200MP telephoto camera with a large 1/1.12-inch sensor. The tipster also suggested in a follow-up comment that Samsung would supply the sensor, although Samsung doesn't currently list a sensor matching those specifications in its portfolio. Vivo has used Samsung's ISOCELL HP9 and related 200MP sensors, including the HPB and HP0, in its recent flagship phones. These sensors have a 1/1.4-inch format, making the reported 1/1.12-inch unit considerably larger.

A larger sensor can capture more light, which may help produce cleaner zoom shots in dim conditions while retaining more detail. It can also create more natural background blur in portraits. These benefits are particularly relevant to telephoto cameras, which need to preserve detail when photographing distant subjects.

The Vivo X100 Ultra introduced a 200MP telephoto camera, and subsequent Pro and Ultra models have continued to build on that. The X500 Ultra could take another step forward if the reported sensor makes it into the final phone.

The leaked sensor would be larger than the 200MP telephoto camera used in previous Vivo flagships and could give the X500 Ultra an advantage over rivals such as the OPPO Find X9 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Google Pixel 11 Pro XL. However, sensor size alone doesn't determine camera quality. Lens design, image processing and zoom range will also matter.

Vivo debuted the Ultra lineup in India, much to the delight of smartphone photography enthusiasts, with the launch of the Vivo X300 Ultra in May at Rs 1,59,999. So there's a good chance that the X500 Ultra comes to the country as well, though no certification sightings have hinted at that yet. For now, anyone considering a premium camera phone should treat these specifications as early leaks. The larger telephoto sensor looks promising on paper, but the final camera hardware, image quality and price will determine whether the X500 Ultra is worth the premium it commands or not.