Smartphones

Redmi's next Note skips a generation ... Redmi's next Note skips a generation and brings a 10,000 mAh battery The Redmi Note 17 series launches in China on July 14, with a Pro Max variant tipped to last days on a single charge — though EU buyers may get a smaller cell. yesterday
Moto G77 Power packs a 7,000 ... Moto G77 Power packs a 7,000 mAh battery — but only India gets it for now Motorola's biggest mid-range battery yet comes with 30W charging and a MediaTek chip, launching in India on July 8 with no UK or US date in sight. yesterday
Redmi sells 5.5 million phones in ... Redmi sells 5.5 million phones in six months — and the cheap model is doing all the heavy lifting The Redmi K90 and Turbo 5 lines have shifted 5.5 million units since launch, with the base K90 outselling its premium siblings six to one. July 7, 2026, 3:56 p.m.
Xiaomi pulls the plug on its ... Xiaomi pulls the plug on its Civi smartphone line The ultra-thin, selfie-focused series is finished after weak sales made its niche positioning impossible to defend against Redmi and flagship alternatives. July 4, 2026, 5:34 p.m.
Xiaomi 12 and POCO X5 reach ... Xiaomi 12 and POCO X5 reach end of life in 2026 — what it means for you Xiaomi has officially ended software support for 11 devices this year, including former flagships — leaving owners without security patches as EU rules tighten. July 3, 2026, 3:20 p.m.
Fire-Boltt creates a new phone brand ... Fire-Boltt creates a new phone brand called Boltt — but it's India-only for now The smartwatch company wants to put its ecosystem into your pocket, not just on your wrist. Here's what we know — and what's still missing. July 1, 2026, 3:20 p.m.
Redmi K90 Ultra packs a literal ... Redmi K90 Ultra packs a literal cooling fan and a massive 8,550 mAh battery Xiaomi's new gaming phone ships with active fan cooling and a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip — starting at around $410 in China. June 30, 2026, 5:21 p.m.
OnePlus N6 packs an 8,000mAh battery ... OnePlus N6 packs an 8,000mAh battery and bypass charging for gamers The budget phone launched in India on June 30 with a gaming-focused feature that keeps the battery cool while plugged in — but no Western release date is confirmed. June 30, 2026, 2:33 p.m.
Meizu 22 returns with 0.8mm bezels ... Meizu 22 returns with 0.8mm bezels and subsidized pricing — but only in China The compact flagship is back on shelves with government-backed discounts, though global buyers will need to hunt via import channels. June 29, 2026, 6:22 p.m.
Vivo X Fold 6 Shocks with ... Vivo X Fold 6 Shocks with 200MP Camera, 7000mAh Battery, and Bold Challenge to Flagship Rivals The foldable flagship Vivo X Fold 6 features a record-breaking 7000 mAh battery and a 200 MP camera. June 26, 2026, 6:06 p.m.
Nubia Air Pro: ZTE's 5.9mm pencil-thin ... Nubia Air Pro: ZTE's 5.9mm pencil-thin Android arrives in Europe for €350 ZTE's slimmest phone yet packs a 6.77-inch AMOLED, 5000mAh battery, and IP69K waterproofing into a frame barely thicker than a stack of credit cards. June 26, 2026, 1:12 p.m.
Sony Unveils Game-Changing LYTIA 610 Sensor: ... Sony Unveils Game-Changing LYTIA 610 Sensor: Boosts Telephoto Shots and Video Quality in Smartphones Sony announced the LYTIA 610 sensor for smartphones. The new product has a resolution of 64 MP, a new pixel structure RB2×2 OCL, 20% more detail, and support for 4K 120 fps video recording. June 24, 2026, 12:31 p.m.
Samsung Galaxy M47 5G: six-year updates, ... Samsung Galaxy M47 5G: six-year updates, modest gaming, and no Western launch Samsung's new mid-ranger arrives in India on June 29 with a long software support promise — but the gaming tagline doesn't hold up to scrutiny. June 23, 2026, 2:48 p.m.
Realme P4x 4G packs an 8000 ... Realme P4x 4G packs an 8000 mAh battery — but you may not be able to buy it Realme's new budget phone promises two-day battery life and 45W fast charging, but it's only confirmed for select Asian markets so far. June 23, 2026, 12:54 p.m.
OnePlus 15s is dead: the compact ... OnePlus 15s is dead: the compact flagship that never was OnePlus has quietly shelved its small-screen flagship, leaving shoppers who want top-tier performance in a one-handed phone with nowhere obvious to turn. June 22, 2026, 4:24 p.m.
Samsung Galaxy M47 5G teased: big ... Samsung Galaxy M47 5G teased: big battery, gaming claims, and a reality check Samsung is pushing the Galaxy M47 5G as a gaming powerhouse, but Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 tells a more modest story — and this phone likely won't leave India anytime soon. June 21, 2026, 12:39 p.m.
Oppo Reno 15A launches in Japan ... Oppo Reno 15A launches in Japan with a 7000 mAh battery and 80W charging The Japan-only mid-ranger packs serious battery endurance, a Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chip, and triple IP ratings — but there's no sign of it reaching the US or UK. June 18, 2026, 11:41 a.m.
Commodore's Callback 8020 is a $500 ... Commodore's Callback 8020 is a $500 flip phone that blocks social media at the OS level The revived Commodore brand is back with a Linux-powered clamshell designed to cut doomscrolling, not your connectivity. June 16, 2026, 6:26 p.m.
Redmi Turbo 5 goes global: massive ... Redmi Turbo 5 goes global: massive battery, IP69K protection, and a four-year update promise Xiaomi's sub-flagship Redmi Turbo 5 has launched in India with a 7,540 mAh battery, MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, and the longest software support commitment Xiaomi has ever made. June 16, 2026, 4:57 p.m.
Honor X80 Pro Max: record 11,000 ... Honor X80 Pro Max: record 11,000 mAh battery and a 6.8-inch OLED Honor's new mid-ranger packs the largest battery ever fitted in a smartphone — but don't expect to see it outside China anytime soon. June 16, 2026, 11:52 a.m.
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