Galaxy S-series has evolved with high-quality camera specs, especially the Ultra lineup. However, in the most recent editions, Samsung showed a mediocre approach rather than innovation. On that note, the Galaxy S27 Ultra has a chance to undo Samsung’s past mistakes, such as using the 200MP camera the right way.

The Galaxy S-series has rapidly changed since the S9 era, which introduced only two 12MP sensors. Next comes the Galaxy S10+, which added a telephoto sensor.

However, the S20 Ultra took a major leap with its 108MP camera and 48MP telephoto. Samsung maintained the 108MP camera but added dual-telephoto lenses in the next two generations.

Now comes the 200MP, the Galaxy S23 Ultra switched to this new sensor, bringing more resolution and a wider aperture for brighter images. This camera has been praised industry-wide, and it was worth the upgrade that Samsung promoted.

In the next version, Samsung gave the telephoto a 50MP sensor with 5X optical zoom. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S25 Ultra brought a 50MP camera, but the rest of the sensors remained unchanged. The most recent S26 Ultra rebranded the main sensor with an even larger f1.4 aperture, and it really worked well for low-light photos and videos.

The progress of the main sensor ranges from 12MP > 108MP > 200MP. Now, the 200MP has become a standard for the Galaxy Ultra devices. Still, each of the past flagship models offers a 12MP mode by default. That means, the majority of the time, you are capturing images with this resolution until you change it manually.

The point here is that Samsung really improved the way you take photos with the camera using a larger aperture, without using the 200MP resolution.

iPhone 17 Pro uses a 48MP main camera, and it offers a 24MP default resolution. Most importantly, it processes those 24MP shots with lightning speed. The Galaxy S26 Ultra does offer a 24MP camera, but you have to enable it separately via Camera Assistant.

Another fact the image quality of Galaxy S26 Ultra lags behind iPhone 17 Pro Max in color composition and dynamic range. So, what’s the point in using the 200MP main camera, while you can achieve the same results with a 50MP sensor?

Telephoto

That leaves us to the other way around – Zoom. The evolution to 50MP is praiseworthy, but it’s no longer the industry standard. The recent jump to the ALoP sensor confirms that Samsung has changed its way from the periscope used in the S25 Ultra.

This approach saves internal space inside the frame, but it still offers the same pixel quality as the predecessor. Basically, the zoom quality hasn’t moved a bit. That’s where the perspective changes.

Nowadays, Chinese smartphone companies are streamlining the 200MP telephoto camera and not the main camera. In fact, they don’t even bother about putting this many pixels in the wide lens.

The Vivo X300 Pro has a 50MP main, 50MP ultra wide angle, and a 200MP telephoto zoom with a larger f2.67 aperture. Combining lossless zoom with a larger aperture generates bright and high-quality zoomed shots. Xiaomi 17 Ultra takes the same approach but with an even larger f2.39 aperture. What to notice is that Xiaomi has employed Samsung’s HPE image sensor.

Oppo went for a more dynamic approach; its Find X9 Ultra brings dual 200MP cameras, one is the main sensor with a f1.5 aperture and a f2.2 aperture telephoto sensor. That’s not it, it has a secondary 50MP ultra telephoto camera with f/3.5 aperture.

Phone reviewers loved the thing that Oppo did with this phone, from main to ultrawide, to its exceptional telephoto quality; the Find X9 Ultra brings everything to the table.

Conclusion

Samsung has tried the 200MP sensor for the main camera, but it failed to awe the users, especially in 2026. On the other hand, the competition is evolving, like Chinese phone makers, which continue to make a good example of how the 200MP could be used in a flagship.

Other than that, iPhone is also showing that it doesn’t need those bulky numbers. Instead, you can get exceptional camera quality with a 48MP camera setup.

So, there are two things Samsung can do to align with the current competition. First, the Galaxy S27 Ultra can retain the 200MP main camera and introduce a 200MP telephoto. If size is a concern, it can remove the 200MP main camera with a 50MP sensor and put it behind the telephoto camera.

Either way, Samsung can offer a real telephoto camera experience with the Galaxy S27 Ultra by using the 200MP where it belongs. Will Samsung play safe or come up with a challenge to competitors? We’ll find out.

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Some Samsung users are still waiting for the Galaxy Enhance-X app update. Earlier, the community moderators said that the new app would be available within three days, but the update has still not appeared for many people. Due to this, users started asking questions online and wondering if there was a problem with their phones.

The issue became more noticeable after several Galaxy users reported that they could not find the Enhance-X app in the Galaxy Store. This is also happening on the Galaxy S25 Edge, where the app is currently not live yet.

After multiple complaints, a Samsung Community moderator responded with an official update about the situation. According to the moderator, Samsung delayed the rollout because the company is still working on optimization and stability improvements for the app.

Samsung explained that additional preparation is needed to make sure the Enhance-X app works properly and delivers a smooth user experience. The company is carefully preparing the app so users do not face bugs, crashes, or performance issues after installation. 

This response confirms that the issue is not related to hardware issues or faulty devices. Instead, the delay is connected to Samsung’s internal testing and app improvement process. The company has not shared an exact new release date yet, but it confirmed that the Enhance-X app update is still on the way.

For now, users of supported Galaxy devices may need to wait a little longer until Samsung officially releases the stable version of the Galaxy Enhance-X app update globally. Stay tuned.

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Deal | Mordheim: City of the Damned is a tactical RPG inspired by the Warhammer universe, in which you must lead warriors through a world ravaged by war. But to defeat your enemies, you’ll need to improve your characters and use the right strategy.

More than 13 years since its birth, Vivaldi hits version 8.0. Described as the "biggest design overhaul ever," this update comes with a new visual approach, sporting six preset layouts, as well as multiple UI refinements across all the browser's areas, such as the auto-hide feature, tab management, and more.

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The Trump Mobile saga continues in the worst way possible. The company's first smartphone, by all accounts a rebranded HTC U24 Pro, which is a device launched in 2024, was first supposed to start shipping in August or September of last year. Obviously, that didn't happen, but shipments are now supposedly imminent. But now there's another problem. Trump Mobile has confirmed to TechCrunch that it has exposed customer information, including names, phone numbers, home addresses, and email addresses on its website. The company is currently investigating the exposure and hasn't yet found...

After a week-long pre-order period, Motorola’s whole Razr family for 2026 is available in the USA. In Canada, the Razr Fold is launching by itself – this is Motorola’s first book-style foldable. The 2026 Motorola Razr family The Motorola Razr Fold has an MSRP of USD 1,900 and CAD 2,700 in the USA and Canada, respectively. For the US market, the phone is paired with free Moto Buds 2 Plus and a pack of four Moto Tags. You can also find the Razr Fold over at Best Buy. In both cases, you are looking at unlocked units – the Fold will be available from local carriers in the coming...

An unlucky Steam Controller owner found out that the included puck can potentially cause a fire in certain cases. Fortunately, there was no major damage, and Valve is currently investigating the issue.

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Casio has announced a new Mobile Suit Gundam x G-Shock DW-5600 collaboration model in South Korea. Inspired by the RX-78-2 Gundam design, the watch features a minimalist blue face and white center case paired with a translucent bezel and band.

AYANEO wants to find a place in the handheld retro gaming console niche, and it plans to launch yet another Game Boy-like device called KONKR Pocket BLOCK. And as the name implies, it's a small gaming device that fits your pocket. KONKR Pocket BLOCK The company officially teased the KONKR Pocket BLOCK during a streamed event, confirming the design and form factor - a vertical, handheld gaming device with physical buttons, but without the analog stick that other AYANEO devices have. Interestingly, AYANEO markets the device as the first AI handheld gaming console, but we are not...

A handful of Lenovo Legion gaming laptops have been launched in China with the Nvidia RTX 5070 12GB laptop GPU: the 2026 Y7000P, Y9000P, Y7000X, and Y9000X. They are all powered by the Intel Arrow Lake HX CPUs.

Based on Ubuntu 26.04 "Resolute Raccoon" and featuring KDE Plasma 6.6 by default, QuarkOS 26.04 will also drop with the Trinity 14.1.6 desktop environment soon. This update comes with support until at least May 2031, just like its Ubuntu LTS base. This distro also comes with Q4OS tools, but without the Debian core.

The latest leak from a known leaker talks about the next Honor Win series phones, the company’s gaming-focused flagship. There will be meaningful upgrades in the screen, SoC, cooling, and battery departments.

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Honor's mid-range 600 series will be expanding even further in the near future. According to new certifications by both the GCF and SGS, the Honor 600 Smart 5G is on its way with the model number MRK-NX1. Honor 600 Smart 5G certifications As the name implies, it has 5G support, but that's the only spec that has been outed by these certifications, unfortunately. The global certifications hint at the fact that this won't be launching in China only, so we should see it in international markets too. Unfortunately, it's unclear when it will be launching, but stay tuned and we'll...

Xiaomi recently launched the Xiaomi 17 Max smartphone, which highlights strong camera performance. Along with several powerful features, it comes with Samsung’s advanced 200MP imaging sensor, which is used in the primary rear camera. This sensor helps the phone capture extremely detailed and sharp images with high clarity.

Samsung’s 200MP HPB sensor is built to improve image quality in mobile phones. It can take photos with a very high level of detail because it contains 200 million pixels.

Moreover, it also supports features like Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and a large ƒ/1.65 aperture. These help improve photo quality in both bright and low-light conditions. A reliable tipster, Ice Universe, shared some images taken via Xiaomi 17 Max.

Aside from this, Xiaomi 17 Max pairs this 200MP Samsung camera with a complete triple-camera setup, including a 50MP telephoto lens with 3x zoom and macro capability, and a 50MP ultrawide lens for wider shots. This makes the phone more flexible for different photography styles.

The device also brings a strong overall package. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor and comes with up to 16GB RAM and 512GB storage. It features a large 6.9-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and very high brightness levels.

Samsung’s advanced sensor improves the camera experience, while Xiaomi combines it with strong hardware to create a powerful and modern phone.

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Samsung is getting ready to launch a new foldable phone that could become one of the best in the market. The phone is being called the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide, and according to the famous tech leaker Ice Universe, it will be unbeatable in terms of thinness and weight.

The tipster did not share many details, but the claim of a slimmer design of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide has already created excitement among smartphone fans. Samsung is expected to focus on making the device slimmer, lighter, and easier to carry compared to older foldable phones.

Based on early leaked renders, the phone may measure 4.9mm when opened and 9.8mm when folded. Even though these numbers are impressive, the device may not become the thinnest foldable phone ever. Reports suggest that the upcoming OPPO Find N6 could still be thinner.

Samsung is also expected to improve the overall design and make the phone more comfortable for everyday use. A lighter foldable device would be easier to hold, carry, and use for long periods.

The company is likely to launch the phone in July during its big Galaxy event. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8 are also expected to be announced at the same event. If the rumors are correct, Samsung’s new wide foldable could bring a big improvement to foldable phone design and portability.

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Alongside the main highlights, a 3-in-1 charging station, a video doorbell with local storage, and other new products have also been introduced for Anker Day 2026.

Forza Horizon 6 was released on May 19 for everyone, and in just a few days, the game has reportedly managed to sell almost five million copies.

The latest information coming out of Korea states Samsung could move forward with employing BOE to make its OLED panels for the Galaxy S27. The Chinese supplier can do so at a cheaper price point than Samsung Display.

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For quite a while now, Oppo's upcoming Find X10 family has been rumored to include the Find X10 Pro Max. However, a new rumor from the prolific Digital Chat Station on Weibo today says things may not be looking up for this model. Specifically, DCS thinks the Find X10 Pro Max could get delayed or cancelled altogether. The problem, according to him, is that not a lot of people in China would be willing to pay the rumored price of CNY 7,000 ($1,028) for a device powered by a Dimensity chipset (the Find X10 Pro Max would be using the Dimensity 9600). Oppo Find X9 Pro That's a rather...

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Google introduced a new update for Wear OS smartwatches at Google I/O 2026. The company announced that Wear OS Tiles will now be Wear Widgets. This is Google’s plan to make widgets look and work similarly across Android phones, tablets, smartwatches, and cars.

The new Wear Widgets are made to improve the smartwatch experience. Google showed new widget designs in different sizes, such as 2×1 and 2×2 layouts. These widgets can show more information on the screen and are easier to use. They also have smoother animations and faster performance.

Google explained that some popular apps will support Wear Widgets first. These apps include Spotify, WhatsApp, Peloton, and Todoist. With these widgets, users can quickly check messages, control music, track workouts, or view tasks directly from their smartwatch screen without opening full apps.

The biggest improvement is battery saving. Google explained that the new widgets use a technology, Remote Compose. This system allows widgets to work smoothly without running apps in the background all the time. Because of this, smartwatches can use less battery power and last longer during the day.

Google also confirmed that the new Wear Widgets will work on devices running Wear OS 4 and newer versions. This means many older smartwatches can also get the new features without needing new hardware.

Samsung Galaxy Watch users may also get more customization options. Google said that third-party Wear Widgets can now appear inside Samsung’s Multi-Info Tiles, which earlier only supported Samsung’s own widgets.

In addition, Google previewed widgets for Android Auto, which will arrive later this year. The new Wear Widgets are designed to make smartwatches simpler, faster, more useful, and better for battery life. Stay tuned for more information.

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The Huion Note E is a newly released tablet designed to stand out from the competition by offering excellent readability. It includes an EMR stylus to help users streamline the process of taking notes.

Unleashed yesterday, Proxmox Virtual Environment 9.2 comes with a Debian 13.5 "Trixie" base and the Linux kernel 7.0 as the new stable default. The list of updated components and new features includes QEMU 11.0, LXC 7.0, and ZFS 2.4 alongside a new dynamic load balancer, HA arm/disarm functionality, and more.

Deal | Sunderfolk brings tabletop magic to the living room screen – with one special twist: in couch co-op, each player can use their smartphone as a hand of cards and controller. The tactical RPG is free to play on Steam until May 25 and is currently available with its first 60% discount, dropping the price to around $20.

The Minisforum MS-S1 Max now has a 64GB RAM configuration, which makes this AMD Strix Halo mini PC more affordable than the other config. This option for the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 system costs $2,639, which is $560 cheaper than the 128GB variant.

With the Eufy C15, Anker's smart home brand has launched its most affordable robotic lawnmower to date. It navigates entirely without wires or RTK and starts at 899 euros, including a free shelter.

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Nvidia recently launched a new version of the GeForce RTX 5070 with 12 GB VRAM. Lenovo's Yoga Pro 7i 15 G11 is one of the first multimedia notebooks, which is available with the new GPU.

A Tesla driver tried to test the Cybertruck’s Wade Mode in a lake in Texas, but the experiment ended with a flooded electric pickup truck, an emergency recovery operation and ridicule on social media.

A new Riot Vanguard update directly attacks DMA cards often used by cheaters to read/write to a game’s memory. The only way around it involves fully reinstalling the operating system.

Deal | Apple’s 15-inch MacBook Air with the M5 chip is discounted by $150 for Memorial Day, bringing the 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD model to $1,149 at retailers including Amazon and Best Buy, with similar savings on higher-storage variants. The laptop is a strong value choice for everyday users, with its large Liquid Retina display, long battery life, improved M5 performance, and familiar but durable design.

The Ampax is a new power bank with a modular design Provided enough batteries are available, the gadget can be used with almost no interruptions. For that, it utilizes regular 21700 that are found in many modern flashlights.

An interesting report from Korea emerged last week, claiming that BOE is actively trying to enter Samsung’s supply chain as a secondary display supplier for the Galaxy S27 series. A new report from ZDNET Korea shares more details on the matter, including BOE’s offer to Samsung and the possible implications of the deal. Samsung’s Mobile eXperience (MX) division has requested information from BOE regarding OLED panel development for the Galaxy S27 and has been evaluating samples for over a month. According to unnamed industry insiders, BOE is on track to meet the requirements for the Galaxy...

Alongside the launch of the Realme 16T in India, the company also unveiled the new Realme Watch S5 smartwatch in the country. The watch comes in two colors, a 1.43-inch AMOLED display, and is claimed to deliver up to 20 days of battery life. The Realme Watch S5 features a circular 1.43-inch AMOLED display with a 466x466 pixel resolution and up to 1,000 nits of peak brightness. The smartwatch comes with an aluminum alloy case and Panda Glass protection on the front. It is paired with silica gel straps and weighs 49.6 grams, including the strap. Meanwhile, the bottom housing, which...

One UI 8.5 is literally a feature-packed update, but it looks like Samsung has unintentionally removed camera filters from the video mode.

Samsung users report missing video filters after updating their phone to the One UI 8.5 update. It’s a big blow to those who often utilized the feature. Samsung did not clarify any such change during the Beta Program.

Galaxy phones running One UI 8.0 still have at least ten preinstalled video filters. Next to the last filter, there’s a download button, which redirects right to the Camera and photo effects page on the Galaxy Store app.

Like the Photo mode, Samsung phones support filters in the Video mode too. However, the official One UI 8.5 update has entirely removed that tool. Users now have no option but to make custom edits after recording the video.

There are plenty of reports on the web (Reddit and TikTok, via PiunikaWeb) regarding the removal of video filters. Users say the filters are no longer there in the camera app, where they existed before updating to the One UI 8.5.

We checked our phones, and the filters are still available in the One UI 8.0 version. However, the Filters don’t work with every resolution and frame rate either.

In the video mode, the Quick controls icon that appears in the viewfinder showcases the Filter icon. It’s next to the stabilization and before the smoothness options. In One UI 8.5, the interface remains the same, but the icon of Filters isn’t there.

This was a basic yet useful section in the Galaxy Camera app. If the removal is intentional, Samsung should formally inform users about the changes. If it’s driven by a bug, the filters section should be reinstated on Galaxy devices.

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Although Take-Two’s earnings call brought no new information on GTA 6, it once again confirmed the planned marketing launch for summer 2026. However, a statement from Strauss Zelnick suggests that the company is taking the calendar quite literally, meaning new information may not arrive before July. Surprisingly, fans seem more relieved than disappointed.

Netmarble's Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross launched its 7th anniversary Perfect 7 Legend Festival on May 21, headlined by new hero Sworn Enemy Meliodas.

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MediaTek may allocate some of chip production work from TSMC to Samsung Foundry, with speculations started to emerge as the latter firm’s boss had a business trip to the former’s headquarters in Taiwan.

Shortly after the wage deal with company unions, Samsung boss touched down in Taiwan and headed straight to MediaTek HQ for a closed-door meeting with CEO Rick Tsai and senior management.

After landing foundry deals with Tesla and Qualcomm last year, Samsung is now eyeing a significant contract in Taiwan, and MediaTek is the obvious target.

SEDaily sources close to the situation suggest the talks also touched on MediaTek shifting some production away from TSMC to Samsung Foundry, which would be a serious blow to the world’s dominant chip manufacturer.

Samsung has quietly been loading more MediaTek Dimensity processors into Galaxy phones and tablets, a cost-cutting move that also builds mutual dependency. So when Lee walks into that boardroom, he isn’t just a customer.

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As leaks have stated in the past, Intel has multiple CPU architectures under development. Serial leaker has now provided an update on the Intel Razer Lake, Intel Nova Lake-AX, Intel Titan Lake, and Intel Hammer Lake CPU architectures that are set to span multiple CPU generations over the next years.

The OnePlus Nord 6 is available at a mid-range price - but the performance is largely at high-end level. We show where the smartphone shines and what you should consider before buying despite the powerful hardware.

The Asus A-bean SP101 has been launched in China. It's a new portable speaker with IPX7 waterproofing, 10-hour battery life rating, RGB lights, and a three-driver setup. The launch price is CNY 239, around $35.

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide aims to dominate the foldable market with a record-breaking slim, lightweight design, says a top tipster. Samsung is setting the stage for a showdown against Apple’s new foldable iPhone Ultra.

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In our review, the Vivo X300 Ultra stands out with its camera hardware and excellent photo quality. For this review summary, we’ll take a closer look at its video capture performance, including how it stacks up against Samsung’s flagship from the previous year.

Earlier this week, Xiaomi announced that it would unveil the Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro on May 28. Today, the Chinese brand announced that the Xiaomi 17T will launch in India on June 4, marking the T lineup's return to the Asian country after a long time. Xiaomi has only mentioned the 17T in its promo campaign, suggesting either that the 17T Pro won't launch in India alongside the 17T on June 4, or that it won't come to India at all. We'll find out on June 4. Xiaomi hasn't detailed the specs sheets for the 17T and 17T Pro either, but the brand shared an image on its official X...

We’ve already seen several rumors about the upcoming Honor Magic9 series and the latest one suggests all three phones in the series will feature upgraded batteries compared to their predecessors. According to tipster Smart Pikachu, the Magic9 series, which will consist of three phones, will also bring 8,000 mAh batteries. For reference, last year’s Magic8 series ranged between 7,000mAh on the Magic8 and 7,200mAh on the Magic8 Pro RSR. This is actually not the first time we’re seeing rumors of 8,000mAh cells for the Magic9 series. A tip from March also mentioned that the vanilla...

On May 17, Judge Rodney Gilstrap of the Eastern District of Texas denied a request from Collision Communications to permanently ban Samsung from selling products in the US that allegedly infringe on its wireless patents.

The backstory is genuinely strange.

The patents at the center of this case trace back to military technology developed by BAE Systems, the British defense contractor, designed to keep communications stable in congested signal environments.

A small New Hampshire company called Collision Communications bought those patents roughly 15 years ago and tried to commercialize them for the cellular industry.

Collision approached Samsung around 2011. The two sides negotiated for three years, then the talks collapsed. Collision says Samsung walked away from the table and quietly baked similar technology into Galaxy phones, tablets, and laptops.

In October last year, eight jurors unanimously found that Samsung willfully infringed four Collision patents and awarded exactly what Collision asked for: $445,494,160.

After that verdict, Collision pushed harder. In December, the company asked Gilstrap to permanently ban Samsung from importing and selling infringing products in the US.

Samsung’s defense had two threads.

1. The patents were invalid, and the technology was independently developed.
2. Samsung argued that a ban would damage US jobs and supply chains.

Collision couldn’t prove the balance of hardships favored an injunction, or that blocking Samsung sales would serve the public interest, leading to its sales ban request being denied.

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Remember when Windows was actually half decent? The days before AI bloat, telemetry, and enforced advertising. Classic 7 aims to bring back the look and feel of Windows 7, on an operating system base that should receive security updates until 2032.

The Realme Watch S5 is a new, affordable smartwatch with a battery life of up to 20 days, a bright 1,500-nit AMOLED display with always-on function and a GPS module in an unusually designed body.

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The Honor Watch 6 Plus will be officially unveiled in a few days and is set to stand out from the competition, not least thanks to its gigantic battery. Honor is now revealing the watch's most important specifications in advance, from the 3,000 nits AMOLED display to the 120 sports modes.

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Realme today expanded its 16 Series with the introduction of Realme 16T, increasing the total number of smartphones in the lineup to four. The biggest highlight of the Realme 16T is its 8,000 mAh battery, which is advertised to last 7 years and deliver 3 days of endurance on a single charge. The battery supports 45W charging and can also be used as a power bank, as it supports 15W reverse wired charging. You also get all-scenario bypass charging. Another highlight of the Realme 16T is its 50MP primary camera on the rear, joined by a 2MP monochrome unit. The primary camera uses...

We heard in the past that Chinese vendors were trying to have some share in Samsung’s next-gen flagships. A new report brings more details: Chinese OLED maker BOE is attracting Samsung with $5 cheaper display panels for the Galaxy S27.

BOE, a Chinese OLED vendor, is reportedly offering Samsung display panels for the Galaxy S27 at a $5 difference from Samsung Display.

Industry assumes that Samsung is exploring the possibility of diversifying its OLED supply chain for the flagship models. China’s BOE is the strongest contender, and the standard model may debut a cheaper panel in 2027.

OLED screen is one of the cost-defying components in smartphones. With memory prices continuing to surge, smartphone makers are trying hard to save component costs by other means to stay relevant in the competition.

Reports suggest Apple has already purchased enough memory for future iPhone models. The company buys components at scale and lands deals with supply partners for the long term, giving it an edge in negotiation.

Samsung Electronics has its own subsidiaries, which help it avoid pressure. Meanwhile, the Mobile Division is looking to save some costs. That said, the standard Galaxy S27 may enter the mid-range territory in display reliability.

When it comes to OLED, Samsung Display is an undisputed leader. The company supplies OLED panels to most of its rivals, including Apple. That said, adopting a BOE made display in a flagship would ruin the image.

Samsung’s premium mid-range phone, the Galaxy A57, also features OLED displays from China’s CSOT. While the share of Samsung Display remained high, the supply chain has been diversified by including a Chinese vendor.

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New Casio G-Shock GA-2100LXB and GM-2100LXB model codes have surfaced in an Asian retailer database, which means Casio is planning a luxury-focused expansion of the CasiOak lineup in both resin and metal variants. No official announcement has been made.

Plex will raise the price of its Lifetime Plex Pass from $249.99 to $749.99 on July 1, 2026, while keeping monthly and annual subscriptions unchanged at $6.99 and $69.99. The company says the increase reflects the service’s long-term value, but users have criticized the steep hike as a move that makes recurring subscriptions far more attractive.

A reliable hardware leaker claims AMD is preparing a budget Ryzen 7 7700X3D, an 8-core Zen 4 gaming CPU with 3D V-Cache, 96MB of L3 cache, 120W power, and a rumored $300 price. If accurate, the chip could deliver near-Ryzen 7 7800X3D gaming performance at slightly lower clock speeds, offering cost-conscious PC gamers a more affordable route into AMD’s X3D lineup.

First independent gaming tests of China’s Lisuan LX 7G100 have appeared online, offering a closer look at the country’s latest domestic gaming GPU.

Anker's soundcore Liberty 5 Pro (€179.99) and Pro Max (€249.99) debut with the Thus AI chip, 8-mic noise cancellation, and Dolby Atmos. The Pro Max adds an AMOLED case display and offline AI voice recording.

The Realme 16T is the first member of the new 16T series. Realme dubbed it a Portrait Star with an 8,000mAh battery. Need we say more? Alright, we will. Let's unbox the 16T. You can also check out our video on TikTok. The box features all you need - the phone, a USB-A to USB-C cable, a 45W charger, and a case. Let's talk specs. The Realme 16T flaunts a 6.8-inch 1570x720px 144Hz LCD upfront. The fingerprint scanner is moved to the right side of the frame. Ticking inside is the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC with an 8-core CPU and the Mali-G57 MC graphics processor. Our unit has 8...

Samsung Electronics will distribute 40 trillion won, roughly $26.6 billion, as a chip bonus to employees in its semiconductor division.

The company reached a last-minute agreement with its South Korean workers’ union yesterday, and the numbers are genuinely staggering. Average payout per worker: 513 million won, or about $339,000, with some estimating closer to $396,000.

Under the tentative terms, Samsung will hand over 10.5% of profits as stock bonuses, plus 1.5% in cash. The union had originally demanded 15%, close enough, as the deal narrowly killed a strike that had been scheduled to begin May 21.

The program runs for ten years, provided Samsung hits specified profit targets. Employees can sell a third of their shares immediately, with the rest distributed in installments over two years.

Samsung didn’t exactly invent this playbook. SK Hynix cut a similar deal last September, committing 10% of annual operating profit directly to employees for the next decade, with no bonus caps.

Bloomberg projects Samsung’s 2026 operating profits will multiply sevenfold to 330 trillion won, around $218 billion. The bonuses are extraordinary by any corporate standard.

Samsung’s chip workers aren’t just assembling components. They’re assembling the infrastructure layer of a technological shift that’s minting money faster than anyone projected.

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One UI 8.5 rollout is in full swing, but Samsung is also expanding its May 2026 security update to Galaxy devices, with the S25 FE, A56, Fold 4, and more joining the party in the latest wave.

Over the past two days, Samsung has rolled out the One UI 8.5-based May 2026 security update to the Galaxy S25 FE and Galaxy A56. The update had also arrived for the Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4, A26, A73, and M53 smartphones.

In addition, several flagship, mid-range, and budget phones have also received the latest patches. The list includes, but is not limited to, the Galaxy S26 series, S25 series, S23 series, A33, A53, A54, A55 and A57 smartphones.

The May 2026 update has 10 One UI-specific fixes for Samsung devices. These improvements come alongside the Android CVEs, which could 29 this month.

Here are the build versions:

• Galaxy S25 FE – S731NKSS7BZE1
• Galaxy A56 – A566BXXSACZE2
• Galaxy Z Fold 4 – F936NKSS8IZE2
• Galaxy Z Flip 4 – F721NKSS8IZE2
• Galaxy A26 – A266BXXS9BZE5
• Galaxy A24 – A245FXXSCEZE1
• Galaxy A73 – A736BXXSCGZE2
• Galaxy M53 – M536SKSSEGZE2 [via Mohammed_K_2010]

As always, Samsung is rolling out these updates sequentially. Don’t panic if your device doesn’t show up in this release in the updates section. You have to wait a little longer as the software expansion takes some time.

Security patches are routine updates, and they don’t always carry new features. Still, you should install the latest update for your device’s security. To check for updates, navigate to Settings, followed by Software update > Download and install.

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Ugreen has released a new 4-bay NAS in China with the model number DXP4800 GT. Unlike earlier DXP4800 models, the new NAS pairs a black-and-gold chassis with an AMD Ryzen processor and support for high-speed U.2 SSDs

Nuu has launched the B40 5G smartphone with a functional secondary display. The affordable 5G smartphone features dual AMOLED displays, a MediaTek Dimensity 7025 processor, a 64 MP main camera, and a 5,000 mAh battery with 33 W fast charging.

Deal | Warhammer 40,000: Gladius – Relics of War, a $39.99 turn-based 4X strategy game, is free to keep on Steam until May 28 at 4 PM UTC as part of the Warhammer Skulls Festival. You can add it to your account to claim it permanently.

T-Mobile officially introduced its Live Translation in Beta Program, which brings the AI calling capability to almost every phone, including Samsung Galaxy.

Network operators in the US have already proved that next-gen communication technologies can be offered without requiring modern hardware. It is indeed a requirement, but the approach should be consumer-centric.

T-Mobile says its new service doesn’t require you to purchase a new phone with modern hardware, software updates, or any additional apps. The translation work will be done directly into the carrier’s wireless network.

The carrier has “embedded contextual-aware and real-time AI services directly into its network infrastructure.” Translations happen during the call itself in real-time without relying on third-party apps or extra downloads.

Simply put, any phone connected to the T-Mobile network service (from the newest smartphone to a classic flip phone) is eligible for Live Translation.

Additionally, there’s no need for both parties to have a T-Mobile connection. The carrier confirmed that only one person on the call needs to be a T-Mobile customer to use it.

How it works:

T-Mobile customers dial *87* during a call. The system begins to translate the conversation in your own voice in real time with over 80 supported languages. During the beta, translation is free to use for selected participants.

Samsung phones come with the Galaxy AI-powered Live Translate feature. However, it requires a flagship processor to perform the task on-device. T-Mobile has ended the need by assigning its server the translation job.

• No need for the newest smartphones
• No need for additional devices like headphones
• No additional apps to download
• No compromise on performance
• Access to more than 80 languages and counting

While Samsung phones offer the native Live Translate free of cost, you may need to pay for T-Mobile’s service. It might come bundled with routine plans with an additional fee or you may be charged separately once the Beta ends.

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With UniFi 5G Backup, Ubiquiti Networks is introducing a new solution that quickly adds a fallback option for external connectivity to any of the manufacturer's gateways. All it requires is a PoE port.

Deal | Car Mechanic Simulator 2018, the realistic car repair simulation game from Red Dot Games, is currently free to keep on Steam in a limited-time deal that will expire on May 27, 2026.

After establishing itself as a leader in foldable smartphones, Samsung could now be exploring a rollable display smartphone, according to a newly discovered patent filing. The patent, spotted by WearView, describes a phone with a rollable screen and a movable rear camera module that shifts along with the expanding display. Based on the sketches in the patent filing, as well as renders created by WearView, the device appears to feature a cutout on the rear panel to accommodate the camera module. With the display tucked into the main chassis, the device resembles a conventional...

Samsung TV Plus is bringing the Monthly SM Concert, benefitting from its partnership with SM Entertainment. This move delivers new live concert performances from different artists to global K-pop fans.

On May 22, Samsung announced that the SMTOWN channel on the Samsung TV Plus platform has added Monthly SM Concert, delivering new live concert performances from different artists every month.

Last year, Samsung TV Plus added live broadcast of the SMTOWN LIVE 2025 in L.A. The response was strong, favoring an expanded collaboration to bring monthly concert performance content featuring new artists.

The service will be available in five countries, including South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, and Mexico, where interest in K-content has been rapidly growing.

“Monthly SM Concert” will air exclusively every Saturday at 7 PM on Samsung TV’s dedicated channel STN (Samsung TV Network) and the SMTOWN channel.

The first performance will feature NCT WISH’s first concert tour encore show, INTO THE WISH: Our WISH ENCORE IN SEOUL, which will premiere on May 30.

Choi Jun-heon, head of the TV Plus Group at Samsung’s Visual Display Business division, said: “Following last year’s exclusive live broadcast of SMTOWN LIVE, we have now established a foundation where global fans can continuously enjoy K-pop concerts through ‘Monthly SM Concert.’ We will continue expanding differentiated entertainment content based on Samsung TV Plus’ technology and connected experience.”

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Khe-hyun Kyung, former head of Samsung's Device Solutions (DS) division and current Samsung advisor, believes that Chinese investments into DRAM production will tank memory prices by Q3 2027.

A new leak suggests that the next trailer for GTA 6 will arrive early next week, and there seems to be sound logic behind this claim. It adds that the game may be showcased at the State of Play event as well.

Xiaomi held a launch event in China today where we saw the debut of the Xiaomi 17 Max, but that was not the only new device announced on stage. We also got the latest addition to the Smart Band lineup, as well as Xiaomi’s first clip-on wireless earbuds. Xiaomi Band 10 Pro Smart Band 10 Pro is the successor to 2024’s Smart Band 9 Pro, and it brings several upgrades, including improved health tracking sensors, more reliable sleep tracking, and a new cycling mode. Xiaomi outfitted the Band 10 Pro with a new dual-light PPD sensor, which promises up to 98.2% accuracy for heart...

Deal | Humble Bundle has introduced a new game bundle called Double Shift: Simulation Bundle. This bundle contains 17 games and 2 DLCs. The games in it cost a total of $322 (standard Steam pricing), and the bundle will expire on June 11, 2026.

Ayaneo has taken the wraps off the Konkr Pocket Block, following a leak a few weeks ago. The new handheld will have AI features and should be more affordable than Ayaneo's premium vertical handhelds.

Apple is currently testing a quad-curved display for the iPhone 19 Pro and/or iPhone 20 (2027), signaling a potential radical design shift for at least one of the 20th-anniversary iPhone models. Details indicate a transition to bezel-less OLED panels with under-display camera technology, hinting at a major hardware overhaul.

According to a new report from Korea, Samsung Display has reached above 90% yield for the OLED panels intended for the next-gen Apple MacBook Pro. In fact, some processes even reached 95% yields. The panels will be ready for mass production and subsequent shipment to Apple's assemblers as early as June, the report goes on to state. The supply volume is estimated at approximately 2 million units. The manufacturing of OLED panels for laptops is more difficult than for smartphones due to the larger area, and how requirements for brightness, lifespan, and uniformity are influenced by...

Some James Bond fans have decided to skip 007 First Light, opting to wait for the next movie. With the game’s release date on May 27th, Denuvo has surfaced on its Steam listing. Buyers concerned about performance and DRM restrictions have canceled their pre-orders.

Citizen has unveiled four new Promaster Wave Tracker yacht timers, combining rugged 42.4mm stainless steel cases with hybrid analog-digital displays, sailing compass bezels, and more. Powered by the light-driven Eco-Drive Caliber U812, the lineup starts at $750 and launches in the US and Japan in June, with European availability expected later.

Verizon has just announced "a massive ticket drop" for the FIFA World Cup 2026, which is taking place in June and July in the US, Canada, and Mexico. The company says it will have over 2,500 free tickets across 64 matches in every single US host city for its customers. This is happening because Verizon is the proud Official Telecommunication Services Sponsor for the tournament. Verizon has also made a brand new commercial featuring David Beckham, "who returns to show fans how Verizon is the only way to get Ultimate Access" to the FIFA World Cup, the official press release...

Samsung may already dominate the foldable market, but the company clearly is not done experimenting with smartphone form factors yet. New patent filings suggest Samsung is now exploring rollable and sliding phone designs again, this time with concepts that look noticeably more practical than some of the futuristic prototypes we have seen over the past few years.

The patents, recently spotted by WearView, show multiple designs where a phone can physically expand into a larger screen through sliding or rolling mechanisms.

One of the concepts works somewhat like a normal smartphone at first glance. But instead of unfolding like a Galaxy Z Fold, the display extends outward horizontally when pulled, giving users a much wider screen for multitasking, gaming, or watching videos. It almost feels like Samsung trying to combine the portability of a standard phone with the larger canvas of a foldable.

The second concept is even more unusual.

In its compact form, the display is completely hidden inside the body of the device. Pulling on the sides causes the screen to slide outward and reveal a larger panel. Samsung describes this approach as a way to better protect the display from scratches and impacts when not in use, which honestly addresses one of the biggest concerns people still have about flexible screens.

The patent also mentions sensors capable of detecting how far the display has been extended and how quickly it moves. That information could allow the software interface to dynamically adapt depending on screen size and orientation.

Of course, this is still patent territory for now. Samsung files a huge number of concepts every year, and many never become real products. Rollable phones also come with their own engineering challenges involving durability, moving parts, battery space, and long-term reliability.

Still, Samsung has clearly been interested in this category for a while. Samsung Display has already shown rollable and slidable OLED prototypes publicly at trade shows like CES and MWC, so these ideas are not appearing completely out of nowhere.

And honestly, rollables may actually solve a few problems foldables still struggle with today. Some users still dislike visible creases or bulky hinges, while a rollable design could theoretically stay compact most of the time and only expand when needed.

Whether consumers are ready for yet another smartphone form factor is a different question entirely. Foldables are only now starting to become more mainstream after years of refinement.

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Honor is preparing to launch a new smartwatch aimed at users who want to spend less time charging their wearables and more time tracking highly specific sports metrics. Ahead of its official May 25th debut in China alongside the new Honor 600 smartphone series, reservations for the Honor Watch 6 Plus have opened on JD.com, giving us a complete look at the device’s hardware and feature set.

Honor Watch 6 Plus Specifications

The hardware detail that stands out most is the 1,000mAh battery. That is a relatively high capacity for a wrist wearable. Honor claims it can last around 17 days under normal daily use. There is also a low-power mode designed to push that to 35 days, while continuous standalone GPS tracking will drain it in about 42 hours. Even with that battery size, the watch body is 10.8mm thick and weighs 41 grams.

For the design, Honor went with a motorsport-inspired look, featuring angled bezel edges and textured straps. It will be available in colors like Speed Blue, Twilight Brown, Racing Gray, and Shadow Black, with fabric and leather band options. The display is a 1.46-inch AMOLED screen. It has a peak brightness of 3,000 nits to help with outdoor glare, and it includes wet-touch support so you can still navigate the MagicOS interface if the screen gets wet from rain or sweat.

The software is heavily focused on fitness tracking. Alongside more than 120 standard workout modes, Honor includes specialized profiles: a badminton mode that tracks swing speed, rally counts, and forehand/backhand ratios; a football mode for logging sprint speeds and distance; and a running mode that offers posture analysis and pace guidance.

Location tracking is handled by a dual-frequency, six-satellite GNSS chip, which supports offline maps and route importing. For everyday health metrics, the watch monitors heart rate, sleep, and includes alerts for irregular heart rhythms and sleep apnea detection.

Rounding out the device are standard smartwatch features like NFC, Alipay tap-to-pay, gesture controls, and music playback. The built-in YOYO voice assistant also features DeepSeek AI integration, and the watch supports dual phone connectivity for Honor smartphone users.

Pricing for the Honor Watch 6 Plus has not been announced yet. It will be revealed on the 25th May.

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Anyone who regularly moves between an Android phone and tablet probably knows the feeling: you open something on one device, pick up the other a few minutes later, and suddenly have to search for the same tab, document, or app all over again. Google wants to make that process much smoother with a new Android 17 feature called “Continue On,” announced during Google I/O 2026.

The feature is essentially Android’s answer to Apple’s Handoff system. It allows users to start something on one Android device and continue it on another without losing progress or context along the way.

For example, if you are editing a document in Google Docs on your phone, your tablet can surface a shortcut suggesting you continue the same session there. Tap it, and the document opens in the exact same state, including scroll position and ongoing edits.

The same idea works for web browsing as well. Chrome pages can move across devices, and Google is also introducing fallback web support for apps that may not exist on the receiving device. So if an app is unavailable on the tablet, Android can instead continue the task inside a browser window.

Google says the system is designed around the idea of “continuing the user journey” between Android devices signed into the same Google account.

At launch, the feature mainly focuses on phone-to-tablet transitions, though the framework itself appears broader. Google is giving developers dedicated APIs so apps can support handoffs more cleanly, and there is already speculation that ChromeOS devices could eventually join the experience too.

To be fair, Samsung users already have access to some similar continuity features through One UI. Samsung Notes, Samsung Internet, clipboard syncing, and Galaxy Book integration have made the Galaxy ecosystem feel fairly connected for a while now. But Google’s approach seems more ambitious because it aims to bring that continuity to third-party apps across Android more generally.

And honestly, this has been one of Android’s bigger weak points for years. The ecosystem has always offered flexibility and hardware variety, but moving between devices rarely felt as seamless as it does on Apple hardware.

Continue On may not sound revolutionary on paper, but features like this tend to become surprisingly useful once they are integrated properly into daily workflows. If developers adopt it widely, switching between Android devices could start feeling much less fragmented than it does today.

The feature is expected to arrive alongside Android 17 later in 2026, with testing beginning through release candidate builds first.

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Most phones with failing displays usually end up sitting in a drawer, traded in, or eventually recycled. But one Pixel 8 owner decided to do something much more interesting after his phone developed the now-infamous vertical pink line issue.

Instead of throwing the device away, the Reddit user repurposed the Pixel 8 into a compact retro gaming console connected directly to a TV, complete with wired controllers, active cooling, and a proper console-style interface.

According to the post, the phone itself was still fully functional apart from the damaged display. The owner reportedly approached Google for a repair, but the request was declined. Since the hardware was otherwise perfectly usable, he decided to give it a second life instead.

The setup itself is surprisingly clean. A basic powered USB hub connects the Pixel 8 to external controllers, a mouse, HDMI output, and even a small 50mm cooling fan mounted behind the phone. The fan continuously pushes air onto the rear panel to keep temperatures under control during gaming sessions.

That cooling solution actually matters quite a bit here. Google’s Tensor G3 chip is powerful enough for retro emulation, but it is also known for running relatively warm under sustained workloads. Active cooling helps reduce thermal throttling and keeps performance more stable over longer play sessions.

For the software side, the user installed EmulationStation Desktop Edition (ES-DE), which gives the whole setup a much more console-like feel. Games are organized with cover art, metadata, and menus that resemble a dedicated retro gaming machine rather than a phone running emulators.

The Pixel 8 reportedly handles classic systems comfortably, including older 16-bit and 32-bit platforms, while also managing some more demanding emulators depending on the title and settings used.

One of the more interesting parts of the project is how naturally modern smartphones fit into this kind of role now. With USB-C video output support finally enabled on Pixel devices, a phone with a damaged screen can still function almost like a tiny gaming PC when connected to external peripherals.

Honestly, the setup looks far more polished than most people would expect from what started as a partially broken smartphone. And in a way, it also highlights how much processing power modern flagship phones still retain even after they stop being practical as daily drivers.

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Rogbid has released a new outdoor smartwatch, the GeoX2, which aims to provide features typically found on more expensive devices at a sub-$100 price point.

Rogbid GeoX2 Specifications

The watch is built with a stainless steel casing and features a 1.43-inch AMOLED screen. The display reaches 1,000 nits of peak brightness, which should make it readable in direct sunlight, and uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 for scratch resistance. Rogbid states the GeoX2 meets MIL-STD-810H standards for durability against temperature changes, shock, and dust.

It also carries a 5ATM water resistance rating. While the company includes a dedicated freediving mode to track depth and speed underwater, it is worth keeping in mind that a standard 5ATM rating is generally recommended for surface swimming rather than deep-water diving.

For navigation, the GeoX2 uses L1 and L5 dual-frequency GPS, connecting to six global satellite systems (including GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, and BDS). You can download offline maps directly to the watch, allowing for route tracking without a cellular connection. It also includes a trackback feature to help you return to your starting point, alongside an altimeter, a barometer, and a compass for outdoor orientation. Another practical hardware addition is a built-in LED flashlight on the side of the case, a utility feature that has been showing up more frequently on outdoor-focused wearables.

On the software side, the watch tracks standard health metrics like continuous heart rate, blood oxygen (SpO2) levels, and sleep stages. It supports over 100 workout modes with basic algorithmic performance analysis. It also features Bluetooth 5.3, allowing users to pair wireless earbuds directly to the watch to listen to audio or take calls without needing to carry a paired smartphone.

The device is powered by a 500mAh battery. According to Rogbid, this capacity provides about 15 days of battery life with regular use, or up to 21 hours of continuous GPS tracking.

Pricing and Availability

The GeoX2 in two colors: Tech Black and Energy Orange. It is now available at the Rogbid Official Store at a launch price of $89.99.

In related news, Rogbid has recently introduced the SpinX smartwatch, which features an optical scroll wheel, a massive 1100mAh battery, and a built-in flashlight.

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After using the Oppo Find X9s as my primary device for the past week, I’m ready to share my thoughts on how this hardware holds up in daily use.

The immediate talking point is the form factor. The device integrates a substantial 7,025mAh battery into a slim 7.99mm frame without the usual ergonomic or weight penalties. Living with the Sunset Orange version, the frosted, velvety glass features a pink-orange gradient. It manages to resist fingerprint smudges well and feels secure in the hand thanks to flat edges paired with subtle contours along the frame. At 202 grams, it feels well-balanced given the sheer capacity inside. 

That Ultra-Symmetric Display

Up front, Oppo has packed the Find X9s a calibrated 6.59-inch LTPS AMOLED flat display. What instantly grabs you are the 1.15mm ultra-thin bezels on all four sides. Because they are completely symmetric, the screen looks borderline boundless when you are scrolling through media or typing out emails. It clocks a crisp 46ppi, a buttery 120Hz refresh rate , and a high frequency 3840Hz PWM dimming rate for exceptional eye comfort in low light. Outdoors in the harsh afternoon light, the 3,600 nits peak outdoor brightness handles legibility effortlessly.

Under the hood, the Find X9s debuts the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s. Built on TSMC’s 3nm process with an “all-big-core” architecture led by the Arm Cortex-X925 core, this thing is an absolute sprinter. Apps open instantly, and the system animations in ColorOS 16 are noticeably different from past iterations.

Even during intensive setup sessions and downloading gigabytes of data, the phone stayed remarkably cool, likely thanks to that massive $32,052.5mm2 advanced vapour chamber cooling area.

Living with the Snap

One hardware feature I’ve grown surprisingly fond of is the Snap Key, a physical button available on the left edge of the phone. By default, it’s tied to Oppo’s AI Mind Space hub. A quick short-press lets you capture screen content instantly, a long-press drops a voice note, and a double-press opens up your saved repository. It’s fully customizable if you want it to trigger the flashlight, screenshots, or translation apps instead, but the default AI integration has already saved me a ton of tedious copy-pasting.

Biometrics are handled by an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, which works instantly even if your fingers are slightly wet or oily. The phone carries a triple IP66, IP68, and IP69 rating, meaning it isn’t just safe against deep submersion, but can actively withstand high-pressure, high-temperature water jets.

Early Camera Impressions: 50MP Hasselblad Optics

Oppo didn’t cut corners on the focal lengths here; you get a flagship-level 50MP triple camera system co-developed with Hasselblad.

• Main: Sony LYT-700 (1/1.56″, f/1.8, OIS)
• Ultra-wide: Samsung JN5 (1/2.75″, f/2.0, AF)
• Periscope Telephoto (3x): Sony LYT-600 (1/1.95″, $f/2.6, OIS)

Having a high-res 50MP sensor across all three rear lenses means the color profile and detail levels remain beautifully consistent whether you are shooting ultra-wide landscapes or zooming in on distant details. The 3x periscope is the real star so far—photos are incredibly sharp, and the 6x lossless digital crop holds up spectacularly well. Here are some camera samples.

For video shooters, the fact that you can record 4K 60fps Dolby Vision HDR on all lenses—including the 32MP front shooter —while seamlessly switching between front and back cameras mid-record is a game-changer for casual vlogging.

The Battery Status

Over a week of mixed testing, I found the Find X9s’ 7,025mAh to easily last 1.5 days on normal usage. Oppo says that it is their 3^rd generation silicon-carbon battery, with 15% silicon composition, is absolutely the real deal for heavy users.

When I finally do need to plug it in, the 80W wired charging gets it back up to speed in minutes, and the inclusion of up to 55W USB-PD fast charging compatibility means I don’t even have to carry Oppo’s proprietary brick to my workplace to get fast top-ups from my laptop charger.

Final Thoughts

To sum up, after a full week of testing, the Oppo Find X9s proves to be a highly practical flagship that pairs incredible endurance with a versatile imaging setup, packing a massive 7,025mAh battery and a consistent 50MP Hasselblad triple camera system into a remarkably slim 7.99mm frame. Oppo also bundles a matching orange case in the box, which complements the Sunset Orange finish beautifully while adding extra grip and protection.

The Find X9s is now available for pre-orders in India and is set to go on sale from May 28. The 12GB+256GB and 12GB+512GB variants of the device are priced at Rs 79,999 (~$830) and Rs 89,999 (~$940), respectively.

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OnePlus has quietly increased the price of the Nord 6 in India barely a month after launch, and the jump is large enough to raise a few eyebrows in the mid-range segment.

When the phone debuted in April, the 8GB + 256GB variant was priced at ₹38,999, while the 12GB + 256GB version came in at ₹41,999. Now, updated listings on Amazon India and OnePlus’ own website show the prices climbing to ₹41,999 and ₹46,999 respectively.

That means the base model alone has gone up by ₹3,000, while the higher-end variant has seen a much steeper ₹5,000 increase.

Several smartphone brands have been dealing with rising memory and storage costs over the past few months. Samsung, Xiaomi, Vivo, and other manufacturers have also adjusted pricing recently across different categories.

The Nord 6 itself is fairly loaded on paper. It comes with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, a huge 9,000mAh battery, a 165Hz AMOLED display, and hardware that pushes it closer to affordable flagship territory than a traditional Nord device.

At its original pricing, the phone felt competitive. At nearly ₹47,000 for the top configuration, however, the conversation changes a bit. Buyers in that range start comparing it directly against more premium offerings.

The OnePlus 15R, for instance, offers a more capable chipset, larger main sensor, more advanced image processing, a metal frame, a glass back, and more importantly, that flagship tag for just a bit of extra cash, if you can stretch your budget.

To soften the blow slightly, OnePlus is still offering bank discounts of up to ₹2,000 through select cards and EMI transactions. But even after those offers, the effective pricing is still noticeably higher than what early buyers paid at launch.

This also marks a bit of a milestone for the Nord lineup itself. The Nord series traditionally sat comfortably below the flagship category, focusing heavily on value. Crossing the ₹41,000 mark for the base variant changes that perception somewhat.

Whether buyers continue to see the Nord 6 as good value after the increase will probably depend on how aggressively OnePlus handles discounts and seasonal offers over the next few months.

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Xiaomi has announced the Smart Band 10 Pro during its recent ecosystem event in China. The new fitness tracker brings a few updates to the company’s wearable lineup, including a brighter screen, closer integration with Apple devices, and a dedicated gaming mode.

Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro Specifications

The design of the Band 10 Pro looks more like a standard smartwatch than a traditional fitness tracker. It features a rectangular 1.74-inch AMOLED display with narrow symmetrical bezels and a 60Hz refresh rate. Xiaomi says the screen can reach a peak brightness of 2,000 nits, which should help with outdoor visibility.

The device is relatively thin at 9.7mm and weighs 21.6 grams without a strap attached. The standard casing is made of aluminum, but Xiaomi is also offering a white ceramic version for a slightly higher price, along with various strap options like silicone, leather, and Milanese.

For health tracking, the band uses a new dual-light, dual-PD heart rate sensor. It handles the standard metrics, continuous heart rate, blood oxygen, and sleep tracking, but now includes heart rate variability (HRV) monitoring. This allows the software to offer fatigue and recovery analysis, a feature usually found on more expensive wearables. It also includes built-in GNSS for tracking outdoor runs or rides without needing to carry a phone, and it supports over 150 different sports modes.

The software runs on Xiaomi’s HyperOS 3. While it connects with Xiaomi’s own phones and smart home devices, the company has added specific features for iOS users. The band supports Apple Health syncing, dual-device notifications, and quick commands similar to Siri Shortcuts.

There is also a new gaming mode. When activated, the band tracks your heart rate and stress levels while you play, displays game progress, and vibrates when your character is about to respawn. It then generates a summary report of your physical stats during the match.

Xiaomi estimates the battery will last up to 21 days on a single charge under standard use, or about eight days if the always-on display is active. The device is 5ATM water-resistant and includes NFC for transit cards and offline payments.

Pricing and Availability

The standard aluminum model is currently available in China for 399 yuan ($58), while the ceramic model is priced at 479 yuan ($70). The leather strap version costs 469 yuan ($68).

At the same event, Xiaomi also unveiled its first clip-on earbuds featuring 11mm drivers, an IP57 rating, and up to 38 hours of battery life.

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Honor is adding an unusual accessory to its upcoming Honor 600 series, and it is probably one of the more interesting smartphone add-ons the company has shown in a while. Ahead of the May 25 launch event, Honor officially teased a small magnetic secondary display called the Magic Mini “Yao” Screen, designed to attach to the back of the phone.

At first glance, it looks a bit like a tiny smart badge mixed with a camera accessory.

The small circular display can function as a rear preview monitor, allowing users to frame selfies or group shots using the main rear cameras instead of the front camera. Honor is also including a four-level fill light system, which should help in darker environments or indoor shooting situations.

The accessory goes beyond photography too. According to the company, it can also work as a remote control for the phone, supporting functions like remote shooting and even scrolling through apps such as Douyin without directly touching the handset.

But Honor clearly is leaning into the lifestyle angle here as well. The display can show animated wallpapers, custom images, and decorative visuals, essentially turning the accessory into a small electronic badge or fashion accessory attached to the back of the phone. Promotional material heavily targets younger users with playful designs and decorative charms.

As for the phones themselves, the Honor 600 series is shaping up to be fairly ambitious for the segment. The standard Honor 600 is expected to feature a 1.5K flat display, Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, large 8,600mAh battery, and a 200MP main camera. The Pro version reportedly upgrades to a Dimensity 8550 processor and adds a dedicated telephoto camera alongside wireless charging support.

Honor is also pushing heavily into AI-enhanced photography and what it calls full-focal-length 4K live shooting.

Smartphone hardware has become fairly predictable lately, so unusual add-ons like this help brands stand out. The Honor 600 series and the new magnetic mini display accessory are both expected to launch officially on May 25.

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Open-ear audio has quietly become one of the most crowded spaces in consumer tech, and Xiaomi is the latest company to release its own take on the form factor. At a recent hardware event in China, the company announced its first clip-on earbuds. They are priced at 849 yuan (roughly $124), with a brief launch discount bringing them down to 799 yuan ($117).

Xiaomi Clip-On Earbuds Specifications

Like other cuff-style earbuds we’ve seen recently, Xiaomi’s new buds are designed to clip onto the side of your ear rather than sitting inside the ear canal. It’s a design meant for people who find traditional silicone tips uncomfortable or who just want to hear their surroundings while working or commuting.

Xiaomi kept the weight down to 5.5 grams per earbud and used a memory titanium wire bridge to hold them in place. The company says the clamping distance is tuned to 3.4mm, which is supposed to keep them secure without pinching your cartilage after a few hours of wear.

Inside, the earbuds use an 11mm dynamic driver. They support LHDC 5.0 for high-resolution audio, though the real challenge with any open-ear design is managing sound leakage.

To address this, Xiaomi is using directional sound transmission and reverse sound waves, a common approach in this category to keep your music or phone calls relatively private. For voice pickup, there is a triple-microphone array paired with a bone conduction mic to help filter out background noise.

The hardware itself has a glossy, partially transparent finish, while the charging case is coated in a soft-touch, leather-like material. They come in four colors: black, white, gold, and purple. As for durability, an IP57 rating means they are protected against dust and water, so they should easily survive a rainy commute or a sweaty run. Battery life is rated at nine hours on the buds themselves, stretching to 38 hours with the case.

On the software side, they integrate with Xiaomi’s HyperOS for audio sharing, while iOS users also get support for Apple’s Find My network. It’s a practical addition that makes them a bit more versatile if you aren’t fully locked into Xiaomi’s hardware ecosystem.

Naturally, Xiaomi has also included a suite of AI features, including real-time translation for 21 languages, live transcription, and AI-generated summaries via its XiaoAI assistant. It’s standard practice to pack new gadgets with AI tools right now, though how useful they actually are in everyday life usually depends on the execution.

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The upcoming Redmi Note 17 has surfaced in the GSMA IMEI database. The listing confirms that the company is already working on its next Note-series smartphone, and is now expected to launch sooner than usual.

The GSMA entry reveals three variants of the Note 17 carrying the model codes 26012RN62L, 26012RN62Y, and 26012RN62A. These registrations confirm that the smartphone is in development for global and Latin American markets.

However, there is currently no sign of versions specifically intended for China or India. Both are major markets for the Redmi Note lineup.

Why not Redmi Note 16?

The device’s appearance in the GSMA is also notable in terms of timing. Redmi Note smartphones are usually introduced later in the yearly cycle, but this early registration suggests that the Redmi Note 17 series could launch earlier than previous generations.

Word on the street is also that Xiaomi may be changing its naming strategy across product lines. According to reports, the company could be trying to align numbering across its smartphone families, which explains the Redmi Note 17 branding instead of “Note 16”.

At the moment, hardware details are still limited. However, the vanilla Note 17 will be the affordable model in the line and could be a 4G-oriented device rather than a high-end 5G model. 

A previous leak related to the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max suggests the device may feature a large 7-inch display, a massive battery close to 10,000mAh, support for up to 100W fast charging, and even a 200-megapixel main camera on certain variants. 

The details are not confirmed — of course — but they suggest that Xiaomi may be testing different ideas for the lineup.

With the GSMA listing now live, more details about the Redmi Note 17 series are likely to emerge in the coming months.

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Xiaomi is hosting a grand product launch event today, where the star of the show is Xiaomi 17 Max. It is the biggest battery phone in Xiaomi’s main flagship lineup so far, packing a massive 8,000mAh battery, which Xiaomi says uses its Jinshajiang battery technology with up to 16% silicon content and an energy density of 894Wh/L.

The phone supports 100W wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging. It is also compatible with the 100W PPS charging protocol. Xiaomi has included its Surge P3 fast charging chip and Surge G2 battery management chip for better charging and battery efficiency.

The rest of the Xiaomi 17 Max specs are big as well. 

Xiaomi 17 Max Specifications

On the front, the Xiaomi 17 Max features a large 6.9-inch flat OLED display with ultra-thin 1.28mm bezels and rounded corners. Xiaomi says the panel uses its SuperPixel technology, which delivers 2K resolution while consuming less power than a standard 1.5K panel.

The screen supports a 1Hz to 120Hz LTPO refresh rate and reaches a peak brightness of 3,500 nits. It is protected by third-generation Dragon Crystal Glass, which Xiaomi claims improves drop resistance by up to 20 times. Users can also switch between DC-like dimming and 2160Hz PWM dimming modes.

Powering the phone is Qualcomm’s latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. The device further uses a 5,500mm² vapor chamber cooling system and can run games like Genshin Impact at maximum settings while maintaining stable frame rates for long sessions.

For photography, the Xiaomi 17 Max comes with a Leica-branded triple camera setup. The main sensor is a 200-megapixel HP9 camera with a large 1/1.4-inch sensor and Xiaomi’s ultra-high transmittance pyramid coating.

The phone also includes a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera and a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom, 6x optical lossless zoom, and macro support from as close as 15cm. On the front, there is a 32-megapixel selfie camera. Xiaomi also highlighted support for high-definition 4K live streaming directly from the device.

Other features include stereo dual speakers, a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB 3.2 Gen 1, reverse wireless charging, and an IP69 rating for dust and water resistance.

The Xiaomi 17 Max runs Android 16 with HyperOS 3.0 and is available in white, sky blue, and pixel black color options. The device measures 8.15mm thick in black and 8.2mm in the blue and white variants, with weights ranging from 219g to 225g.

Pricing and Availability

The Xiaomi 17 Max starts at 4,299 yuan (around Rs 60,800 or $630) for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant. The 16GB + 256GB model is priced at 4,599 yuan (around Rs 65,300 or $675). 

Those who want even more storage can opt for the 12GB + 512GB version at 4,899 yuan (around Rs 69,500 or $720), while the top-end 16GB + 512GB variant costs 5,299 yuan (around Rs 75,200 or $780).

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Portronics just released a new portable tire inflator called the Vayu Nano, and its main appeal is simply how small it is. If you commute on a bicycle or a motorcycle, you already know that carrying a standard air pump isn’t really an option, and even most portable electric inflators take up too much space in a backpack. The Vayu Nano is designed to get around that exact problem.

Portronics Vayu Nano Specifications

Weighing 185 grams, which is roughly the same weight as an average smartphone, the inflator is small enough to fit in a jacket pocket, a small bag, or a scooter’s storage compartment. It has a basic matte-black finish and comes with a short 7.5cm air hose. It’s clearly not meant for inflating car tires from scratch, but for two-wheelers and minor top-ups, it covers the basics.

Internally, the Vayu Nano can push up to 120 PSI. Portronics says that’s enough to handle motorcycles (which usually need around 45 PSI), bicycles (around 35 PSI), and standard sports balls. As for speed, the company says it can fill a tire from 0 to 35 PSI in just under five minutes. It’s not exceptionally fast compared to a garage compressor, but for a roadside fix when your tire is looking a little flat, it gets the job done.

The interface is pretty straightforward. There’s a digital display that shows your current tire pressure in either PSI or BAR, along with a battery indicator. It includes a few preset modes for different types of inflatables, plus a manual custom setting. It also features an auto shut-off function, meaning you can dial in your target pressure, turn it on, and it will stop automatically once it hits that number, so you don’t over-inflate anything.

The inflator runs on a dual 600mAh battery setup and charges via USB-C, so you can just use your existing phone charger or a power bank to top it up. There’s also a built-in LED light with an SOS mode, which is a standard but necessary feature if you ever need to find a valve stem in the dark.

Pricing and Availability

The Vayu Nano has an official MRP of ₹4,999, but Portronics is currently selling it at a launch price of ₹2,999. It comes with a 12-month warranty and is available now on the company’s website, as well as Amazon India, Flipkart, and standard offline stores.

In related news, Portronics recently introduced a new laptop stand with a built-in 6-in-1 USB hub and mobile holder, alongside the Strings smart speaker that also works as an alarm clock and wireless charger.

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HMD has introduced its latest budget smartphone in India, the Vibe 2 5G. Priced starting at Rs. 10,999, it replaces last year’s Vibe 5G and focuses on two main hardware areas: battery life and screen refresh rate.

HMD Vibe 2 5G Specifications

The phone is built around a 6.745-inch LCD panel. HMD opted for a 120Hz refresh rate, which generally makes scrolling and navigating the interface feel a bit smoother. However, the resolution is capped at HD+ (720 x 1600). This is a common trade-off in the entry-level market; you get a faster screen, but it won’t be as sharp as a 1080p display when watching videos or reading small text.

Inside, the Vibe 2 5G is powered by a 6,000mAh battery. That capacity is on the larger side for modern smartphones and should reliably get most people through a day or two of regular use. The downside to a battery this size is the charging speed. The phone supports 18W charging, which means it will take a couple of hours to fully recharge from zero. HMD does include the 18W charging brick in the box, along with a basic case and screen protector.

For performance, the device relies on a 6nm Unisoc T8200 5G processor. You can choose between 4GB or 6GB of RAM, and 64GB or 128GB of internal storage. If you need more space, there is a microSD card slot that supports up to 1TB. The phone ships with Android 16 and includes a localized software feature called Indus AI, which supports 22 Indian languages. HMD has promised two years of quarterly security updates, though there is no explicit mention of major OS upgrades.

The camera system is fairly standard for the price bracket. There is a 50MP primary rear camera, a secondary sensor, and an 8MP front-facing camera for video calls.

The Vibe 2 5G weighs in at 210g, which is expected given the battery size. It carries an IP64 rating for basic dust and splash resistance, retains the 3.5mm headphone jack, and features a side-mounted fingerprint sensor built into the power button.

Pricing and Availability

The HMD Vibe 2 5G will be available on Flipkart starting May 26th. It comes in three colors: Cosmic Lavender, Nordic Blue, and Peach Pink. The base 4GB / 64GB model is priced at Rs. 10,999, while the 4GB / 128GB variant will cost Rs. 11,999.

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Samsung began the stable One UI 8.5 rollout in the first week of May, and as anyone would expect, South Korea was the first region to get it. A week later, the update started rolling out globally, with premium models like the Galaxy S25, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Galaxy Z Flip 6 being the first devices to receive it.

The company is wasting no time in expanding the update beyond its absolute newest hardware. The OTA builds are already hitting previous-generation flagships like the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S23 series. The mid-range segment has also entered the mix, led by the Galaxy A56.

To help you track the rollout, we’ve compiled a list of Galaxy devices that are receiving the stable One UI 8.5 update globally.

Samsung devices receiving the One UI 8.5 update globally

• Galaxy S25
• Galaxy S25+
• Galaxy S25 Ultra
• Galaxy S25 Edge
• Galaxy S25 FE
• Galaxy S24
• Galaxy S24+
• Galaxy S24 Ultra
• Galaxy S24 FE
• Galaxy S23
• Galaxy S23+
• Galaxy S23 Ultra
• Galaxy Z TriFold
• Galaxy Z Fold 7
• Galaxy Z Flip 7
• Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE
• Galaxy Z Fold 6
• Galaxy Z Flip 6
• Galaxy A56

The list should continue to grow as more Galaxy devices receive the update in the coming days. To check whether the update is available on your Samsung device, go to Settings > Software updates, then tap Download and install.

Also read: One UI 8.5 vs One UI 8.0: 5 major upgrades you can’t ignore

Unlike previous mid-cycle One UI updates, which were generally limited to high-end devices, this one will expand to a much larger user base, covering the last few generations of Galaxy flagships and mid-range phones. Samsung hasn’t released the full list of eligible devices, so we’ve prepared one based on our calculate guess. You can take a look at it by clicking here.

While the One UI 8.5 rollout is still in progress, Samsung is already preparing for the next major software release. The company launched the One UI 9 beta program recently for the Galaxy S26 series, with the stable version expected to debut on the upcoming Galaxy foldables around July 2026. You can read more about One UI 9 here.

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Gaming phones have become more specialized in 2026. Brands are now focusing on larger batteries, dedicated gaming chips, high-refresh-rate displays, advanced cooling systems, and software features that improve frame rates, touch response, and streaming. In May 2026, Red Magic, iQOO, and OnePlus have some of the strongest options for mobile gamers.

The current list includes purpose-built gaming phones such as the Red Magic 11s Pro and Red Magic 11 Pro, performance flagships such as the OnePlus 15, and value-focused gaming devices such as the iQOO 15R and OnePlus 15R. Here are the best gaming phones to consider in May 2026.

Red Magic 11S Pro

The Red Magic 11S Pro is one of the most powerful gaming phones available in China. The phone uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Leading Edition, which reaches a CPU clock speed of up to 4.74GHz. Red Magic also includes its self-developed Redcore R4 gaming chip. This chip improves touch controls, rendering, lighting effects, super-resolution, and super-frame performance.

The phone has a 6.85-inch 1.5K BOE X10 OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. The display supports 10-bit color, 100 percent DCI-P3 color gamut, up to 2000 nits peak brightness, DC dimming, and 2592Hz PWM dimming. The under-display 16MP front camera gives the device a clean full-screen design without a notch or punch-hole.

For cooling, the Red Magic 11S Pro uses a combined air and liquid cooling system. The active fan runs at up to 24,000rpm, and the liquid cooling system uses fluorinated liquid with a piezoelectric micro-pump. The phone also has an IPX8 rating.

The standard Red Magic 11S Pro has an 8000mAh battery with 80W fast charging. The Pro+ version has a 7500mAh battery, 120W wired charging, and 80W wireless charging. This model is the best choice for users who want the most aggressive gaming hardware.

iQOO 15T

The iQOO 15T focuses on high-end gaming performance and long battery life. The phone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Monster Edition chipset with LPDDR5X Ultra RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. It also has iQOO’s Q3 esports co-processor, which handles super-resolution, frame interpolation, and ray tracing features.

The phone supports 2K resolution scaling in selected games and 144fps super-frame support across many popular mobile titles. It also supports advanced gaming features for FPS titles, including higher frame rates and improved rendering.

The iQOO 15T has a 6.82-inch 2K BOE Q10+ LTPO AMOLED display with a 3186×1440 pixel resolution. The screen supports an adaptive 1Hz to 144Hz refresh rate, up to 4500 nits peak brightness, 2592Hz PWM dimming, and DC-like dimming. The phone also uses a dedicated touch chip with up to 4000Hz instantaneous touch sampling.

The device packs an 8000mAh Blue Ocean battery with 100W fast charging. It also has a 200MP main camera with OIS and a 50MP ultra-wide camera. The iQOO 15T is a strong option for users who want gaming performance, a sharp display, and flagship-grade battery capacity.

OnePlus 15

The OnePlus 15 is a mainstream flagship with strong gaming features. The phone uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, up to 16GB LPDDR5X Ultra+ RAM, and up to 1TB UFS 4.1 storage. It runs OxygenOS 16 based on Android 16, and OnePlus promises four major Android updates and six years of security patches.

The phone has a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED LTPO display. The panel supports normal adaptive refresh rates and up to 165Hz refresh rate for gaming. OnePlus says supported games include titles such as Call of Duty: Mobile, Brawl Stars, and Clash of Clans. The phone also has a dedicated touch response chip with 3200Hz touch sampling.

The OnePlus 15 uses a 360-degree Cryo-Velocity Cooling System. The system includes a 5731mm² 3D vapor chamber, an aerogel insulation layer, and a graphite back cover for heat distribution.

The phone has a 7300mAh Silicon NanoStack battery with 120W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. It also has IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings. The triple rear camera system includes three 50MP cameras, which makes the OnePlus 15 a more balanced phone than most gaming-first models.

OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra

The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra fits into this list as the brand’s more gaming-focused alternative to the OnePlus 15. It is currently aimed at the Chinese market, but its hardware makes it one of the strongest esports phones in OnePlus’ lineup.

The phone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset, up to 16GB LPDDR5X Ultra RAM, and up to 1TB UFS 4.1 storage. It has a 6.78-inch 1.5K BOE AMOLED display with up to a 165Hz refresh rate. The Lingxi Touch Core raises instantaneous touch sampling to 4000Hz, which gives the phone a stronger focus on fast input response than the standard OnePlus 15.

OnePlus has also tuned the Ace 6 Ultra for sustained gaming. The phone uses the company’s Wind Chaser Gaming Kernel and next-generation Glacier Cooling System. OnePlus says it can average 164.7fps in Delta Force at the highest graphics settings. The software also includes shooting-game tools such as display enhancement, footstep sound enhancement, and an assist crosshair.

The phone’s biggest advantage is battery life. It packs an 8600mAh dual-cell battery with 120W SuperVOOC charging, which gives it the largest battery on this list. It also has IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings. The optional Gunfire Gaming Controller adds mechanical triggers, a 1.8ms response time, an esports chip, and support for magnetic heat-sink expansion.

Red Magic 11 Air

The Red Magic 11 Air is a slimmer gaming phone that still keeps many gaming-focused features. The phone measures 7.85mm thick and weighs 207g, which makes it lighter than the Red Magic 11 Pro models.

The phone has a 6.85-inch 1.5K OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. The screen supports 2592Hz PWM dimming, DC dimming, and a 95.1 percent screen-to-body ratio. It also uses a 16MP under-display camera, so users get a full-screen design.

The Red Magic 11 Air runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. It also includes the Redcore R4 gaming chip, up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM, and up to 512GB UFS 4.1 storage. The phone has shoulder triggers with a 520Hz touch response rate.

The cooling system includes an aerospace-grade aluminum air-cooling bracket, a Turbo Fan 4.0 active fan, a VC cooling system, and graphene copper foil. The phone has a 7000mAh battery with 120W fast charging and bypass charging support.

The Red Magic 11 Air is a good choice for gamers who want a thinner phone without giving up an active fan and dedicated gaming controls.

iQOO 15R

The iQOO 15R offers strong gaming hardware at a more accessible price point. The phone uses the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor with up to 12GB LPDDR5X Ultra RAM and up to 512GB UFS 4.1 storage. It also has the Q2 gaming chip, which supports 1.5K gaming quality and 144fps gaming at the same time.

The phone has a 6.59-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. The display supports up to 5000 nits peak brightness, HDR10+, 4320Hz PWM dimming, DC dimming, and Schott Shield glass protection. The device also supports 3200Hz instantaneous touch sampling.

iQOO has included a large thermal system with a 6500mm² IceCore VC, dual-layer graphite, and a wide heat-conductive area. The company says the system can reduce temperature quickly during gaming sessions.

The iQOO 15R has a 7600mAh battery with 100W fast charging. It also has a 50MP Sony LYT-700V main camera with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide camera, and a 32MP front camera. The phone is one of the strongest value-focused gaming options in India.

OnePlus 15R

The OnePlus 15R is another strong gaming-focused flagship for India. The phone uses the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset with 12GB LPDDR5X Ultra RAM and up to 512GB UFS 4.1 storage. It runs OxygenOS 16 based on Android 16, and OnePlus promises four major OS updates and six years of security patches.

The phone has a 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with refresh-rate options up to 165Hz. The display supports 3840Hz PWM dimming, DC dimming, and Gorilla Glass 7i protection. A dedicated touch chip provides 3200Hz touch sampling.

The OnePlus 15R uses a 5704mm² vapor chamber, aerogel insulation, and graphite heat distribution. It also has a dedicated Wi-Fi chip. OnePlus says it worked with TP-Link in India to reduce Wi-Fi congestion and lower gaming lag on busy networks.

The phone has a 7400mAh battery with 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging. It also has IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings. The camera setup includes a 50MP Sony IMX906 main camera with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide camera, and a 32MP autofocus front camera.

The OnePlus 15R is a practical choice for users who want strong gaming performance, long battery life, durable build quality, and clean software.

Red Magic 11 Pro

The Red Magic 11 Pro is still one of the most gaming-focused phones in this group. The phone uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, up to 24GB LPDDR5T RAM, and up to 1TB UFS 4.1 Pro storage. Red Magic says the phone reaches 4.35 million points on AnTuTu 11.

The device has a 6.85-inch 1.5K BOE X10 OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, up to 2000 nits peak brightness, DC dimming, and 2592Hz PWM dimming. It also has a full-screen design with a 16MP under-display front camera.

The phone includes the RedCore R4 gaming chip, 520Hz shoulder triggers, and a Synaptics touch chip with 3000Hz instantaneous touch sampling. These features make the phone well-suited for competitive gaming.

The cooling system is one of its biggest selling points. The Red Magic 11 Pro uses both liquid cooling and active air cooling. It has AI-server-grade fluorinated liquid, a waterproof 24,000rpm Turbo Fan 4.0, a 4D Cooler VC system, and Liquid Metal 3.0. The phone also has a visible liquid-cooling mechanism on the back.

The Red Magic 11 Pro has an 8000mAh battery with 80W charging. The Pro+ model has a 7500mAh battery, 120W wired charging, and 80W wireless charging. This phone is best for users who want a bold gaming design and maximum thermal hardware.

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Xiaomi has launched two new top-loading washing machines under its Mijia Pro lineup in China, focusing heavily on hygiene, quieter operation, and smart home features while still keeping prices fairly aggressive.

The new models come in 10kg and 12kg capacities. Both machines use Xiaomi’s newer DDM inverter direct-drive motor, which is designed to reduce vibration and noise. Xiaomi also claims the updated washing system improves water efficiency and reduces wear on clothes compared to previous models.

A major part of the marketing here revolves around hygiene. Xiaomi says the antibacterial pulsator can achieve a 99.99% antibacterial rate alongside high removal rates for bacteria like E. coli and Staphylococcus aureus. The company is also claiming full mite removal under certain testing conditions.

The machines additionally feature what Xiaomi calls “Zero Stagnant Water” technology, aimed at reducing leftover dirty water inside the system after washing cycles.

For daily use, Xiaomi has included a multi-layer shock absorption and balancing system to keep vibrations lower during spinning. Smart features are present too, including Mi Home app connectivity, remote controls, scheduling support, and integration with Xiaomi’s broader HyperOS ecosystem.

The overall design remains fairly minimal and typical of Xiaomi’s recent home appliances, with a clean top-loading layout and simple control interface.

Pricing:

The 10kg version is priced at 899 yuan (roughly equivalent to €113 at the current exchange rate), though subsidies currently bring it down to around 764 yuan. Meanwhile, the larger 12kg model costs 1099 yuan before subsidies and around 934 yuan afterward.

At these prices, Xiaomi is clearly targeting families that want modern washing machine features without stepping into premium appliance territory. And with smart home adoption continuing to grow in China, products like this are becoming a much bigger part of Xiaomi’s ecosystem strategy beyond smartphones and wearables.

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Oppo has officially launched the Oppo Find X9 Ultra in India, nearly a month after the phone first debuted in China. As you might know, this is a camera-first flagship with all the bells and whistles you expect from a premium 2026 smartphone. 

Oppo Find X9 Ultra Specifications

The Find X9 Ultra comes with a 6.82-inch flat AMOLED display with QHD+ resolution (3168 x 1440 pixels). The panel supports a 1Hz to 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, while also being capable of reaching 144Hz in supported scenarios. Oppo is also offering Dolby Vision support and up to 1800 nits peak brightness.

Powering the phone is Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. The phone runs Android 16 with ColorOS 16 on top.

The camera system is the biggest highlight of the Find X9 Ultra. On the back, the phone features a 200-megapixel Sony LYT-901 main sensor with OIS support. It is accompanied by a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera using the Sony LYT-600 sensor, a 50-megapixel 3x periscope telephoto lens, and another 50-megapixel 10x periscope telephoto camera. Oppo has also included a 3.2-megapixel multispectral sensor as part of the setup.

For selfies and video calls, the phone gets a 50-megapixel front-facing camera.

Moving from hardware, Oppo is using Hasselblad expertise for color tuning and image processing. The phone also supports advanced video recording options, including high-resolution recording and creator-focused tools.

Keeping the device running is a large 7050mAh battery with support for 100W wired SuperVOOC charging and 50W wireless charging. Despite the large battery, the phone measures 9.10mm in thickness and weighs up to 236 grams depending on the variant.

Other features include an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner, dual stereo speakers, an IR blaster, NFC, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 1, and Oppo’s new Snap Key feature. The phone is also IP68 and IP69 certified for water and dust resistance.

Price and Availability

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra starts at Rs. 1,69,999 for the 12GB RAM and 512GB storage variant. Pre-orders are open from May 14 to May 27 through Amazon, Flipkart, and the Oppo Store.

Customers pre-ordering the device will receive a premium gift box worth Rs. 11,000, which includes the Oppo Enco Air 5 Pro earbuds and an official protective case.

Oppo is also offering additional launch benefits, including exchange bonuses of up to Rs. 22,000, up to 24 months zero down payment plans, instant cashback offers on select bank cards and UPI transactions, and up to 60% assured buyback value. Buyers will also get 180-day hardware defect replacement support, three months of Google AI Pro with 5TB cloud storage, and three months of Spotify Premium Standard at no extra cost.

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With just about a month left until the stable release of Android 17, brands have accelerated development to ensure a timely rollout for their devices. Vivo isn’t alone. The brand launched its Android 17 beta program in early April and is preparing for a stable release later this year, with OriginOS 7 custom skin at the top.

If you have a Vivo or iQOO phone, you may be looking forward to the next major software upgrade. So, we’ve prepared a list of devices that are guaranteed to receive the Android 17 update. Review the list below to see if yours made the cut.

Vivo phones eligible for Android 17 update

Vivo X series

• Vivo X300
• Vivo X300 Pro
• Vivo X300 Ultra
• Vivo X300 FE
• Vivo X200
• Vivo X200 Pro
• Vivo X200 FE
• Vivo X200T
• Vivo X100
• Vivo X100 Pro

Vivo V series

• Vivo V70
• Vivo V70 FE
• Vivo V70 Elite
• Vivo V60
• Vivo V60e
• Vivo V60 Lite
• Vivo V60 Lite 4G
• Vivo V50
• Vivo V50e
• Vivo V50 Lite
• Vivo V50 Lite 4G
• Vivo V40
• Vivo V40 Pro

Vivo T series

• Vivo T5 Pro
• Vivo T5x
• Vivo T4
• Vivo T4 Lite
• Vivo T4 Pro
• Vivo T4 Ultra
• Vivo T4x
• Vivo T4R

iQOO phones eligible for Android 17 update

iQOO flagship series

• iQOO 15
• iQOO 15 Ultra
• iQOO 15R
• iQOO 13
• iQOO 12
• iQOO 12 Pro

iQOO Z series

• iQOO Z11
• iQOO Z11x
• iQOO Z10
• iQOO Z10 Lite
• iQOO Z10x
• iQOO Z10R

iQOO Neo series

• iQOO Neo 10
• iQOO Neo 10R
• iQOO Neo 9 Pro

It’s important to note that Vivo hasn’t confirmed which devices will be upgraded to Android 17. So, we had to fetch the update policy for each device to prepare the list, and therefore, we can confidently say that the devices on the list are guaranteed to receive the update once the rollout begins.

It doesn’t take long to notice that there are no Vivo Y-series models on the list. We didn’t include them because the brand hasn’t announced an update policy for most Y-series devices, including recent models. So, while they are missing from our list, many recent models should be eligible for the upgrade.

We’ll update the list once the official announcement is made.

Also read:
1. 8 Android 17 features in development you’ll actually care about
2. Android 17: Every new feature discovered so far

According to the official timeline, Google will release the stable version of Android 17 around June 2026. That’s when Pixel devices receive the update, but third-party brands, including Vivo, take additional time to develop and refine their custom skin, such as OriginOS, to work with the latest Android version.

So, even if Google announces the stable Android 17 release in June, Vivo and iQOO users will need to wait a few more months before they start to receive the update with a new version of Vivo’s custom skin. If past releases are any indication, we’re expecting the rollout to begin around September.

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The Lenovo Legion Y900 13-Inch 2026 is a new high-end Android gaming tablet built for entertainment, gaming, and productivity users. It features a large 13-inch IPS LCD display with a sharp 3840 × 2560 pixels resolution. The tablet also supports a smooth 144Hz refresh rate and 360Hz touch sampling rate, making gaming and scrolling feel very responsive.

Lenovo has included support for Dolby Vision, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, and up to 1100 nits peak brightness. The display also supports DC dimming for a more comfortable viewing experience during long gaming or streaming sessions. The tablet carries a modern gaming-style design with a customizable RGB “Legion Halo” lighting system on the rear.

Performance and Storage

The Lenovo Legion Y900 13 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, delivering flagship-level performance for gaming, multitasking, and demanding applications. It runs on Lenovo’s ZUI software based on Android 16, offering a clean and fast user experience.

The tablet comes with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and up to 512GB UFS 4.1 storage. Lenovo also added microSD card support, allowing users to expand storage up to 2TB, which is useful for large games, movies, and media files.

Camera and Battery

For photography and video calls, the Legion Y900 13 includes dual rear cameras with a 13MP main sensor and a 2MP secondary sensor. On the front, it features an 8MP selfie camera paired with a secondary 0.3MP sensor for video conferencing.

The tablet packs a massive 12700mAh battery with support for 68W fast charging. Lenovo also includes Ultra Power Saving mode to extend battery life when needed. Other features include dual JBL speakers, Dolby Atmos, Bluetooth 5.4, dual-band Wi-Fi, and dual USB Type-C ports.

Price and Availability

The Lenovo Legion Y900 13-Inch 2026 is now available through Giztop with a starting price of $499. The tablet is offered in multiple RAM and storage configurations and ships globally for international buyers.

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Poco has quietly expanded its tablet lineup with the new Poco Pad C1, a budget-focused device that has now appeared on Xiaomi’s global website. The tablet is listed in Blue and Grey color options, confirming that it is headed to international markets soon.

The tablet comes with a 9.7-inch IPS display featuring a 2K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Xiaomi is also advertising up to 500 nits of typical brightness and 600 nits of outdoor brightness, alongside TÜV Rheinland certifications for low blue light and flicker reduction.

Design-wise, the Pad C1 keeps things simple with a slim metal body measuring 7.4mm thick and weighing around 406 grams. It is not exactly ultra-light, but still portable enough for casual media use or studying.

Performance is handled by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 chip paired with up to 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. Storage expansion through microSD cards up to 2TB is supported as well.

For everyday tasks like reading PDFs, browsing, or streaming videos, the tablet should feel perfectly fine. Demanding apps and games, however, will still require a more capable chipset.

And if the hardware looks familiar, that is because the Poco Pad C1 is essentially a rebranded Redmi Pad 2 9.7. Xiaomi has been doing this quite often lately, offering the same core hardware under different branding depending on the market and audience.

The software side runs HyperOS 3 out of the box and includes a few ecosystem-focused features like call sync and Circle to Search support. Connectivity includes 4G support, while the audio setup uses dual speakers and still keeps a 3.5mm headphone jack, which some users will probably appreciate.

Battery life looks like one of the stronger points here. The tablet packs a 7,600mAh battery with support for 18W charging. Xiaomi claims up to 15 hours of video playback and roughly 1.7 days of regular use, though real-world results will obviously depend heavily on refresh rate and usage patterns.

The camera setup is fairly basic with an 8MP rear sensor and a 5MP front camera, which feels perfectly fine for a budget tablet mainly intended for streaming, browsing, online classes, and light gaming.

Regional pricing has not been fully detailed yet, but the Redmi-branded version launched at fairly affordable pricing in several markets. So the Poco version is expected to stay on the lower side as well.

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Alongside the launch of the Oppo Find X9s and Find X9 Ultra in India, Oppo has also introduced the new Oppo Enco Air 5 Pro wireless earbuds. The latest audio product focuses on noise cancellation, long battery life and premium sound quality while also adding several smart connectivity features for everyday users.

Oppo Enco Air 5 Pro specifications and features

The Oppo Enco Air 5 Pro comes equipped with 12mm titanium-coated drivers designed to deliver deeper bass and clearer vocals. The earbuds support LHDC 5.0, SBC and AAC audio codecs along with Hi-Res Audio Wireless certification for improved wireless audio playback.

Oppo has added up to 55dB Active Noise Cancellation with support for a 5000Hz ultra-wide frequency range. The earbuds also feature a triple-microphone setup with AI Clear Call technology, which is designed to reduce background noise and improve voice clarity during calls, even in noisy outdoor conditions.

For battery life, the earbuds offer up to 54 hours of total playback with the charging case when ANC is disabled. With ANC enabled, users can expect up to 29 hours of playback. The earbuds themselves pack 62mAh batteries, while the charging case houses a 530mAh battery. Oppo says the earbuds take around 60 minutes to charge fully, while the case requires about 90 minutes.

Additional features include Bluetooth 6.0 connectivity, dual-device pairing across Android, iOS and Windows devices, Spotify Tap integration, AI Translate support and customisable touch controls with slide volume gestures. The earbuds also carry an IP55 rating for dust and water resistance and weigh just 4.4 grams each.

Oppo Enco Air 5 Pro price in India and availability

The Oppo Enco Air 5 Pro has been launched in Pearl White and Matte Black colour options. The earbuds are priced at Rs 4,999 in India, and sales will begin from May 28.

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It’s news that Samsung is actively working on its wide-folding smartphone. Apple is also expected to kick off its foldable lineup with a wide-style foldable device. Huawei, meanwhile, already has a wide-folding phone on the market. And next in line could be Honor, according to a new leak from tipster Digital Chat Station.

The tipster claims that a certain manufacturer is currently testing a wide-foldable device powered by a 2nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6-series platform. 

The device is said to feature a large internal display measuring around 7.6 inches, plus or minus, along with a secondary cover screen of about 5.5 inches, also plus or minus.

After Samsung and Apple, it’s Honor

According to the leak, several “wide-folding” screen designs are currently being refined across the industry. This suggests that more than one company is working on similar form factors, as we mentioned earlier.

The tipster added in the comments that the device will launch in the first half of next year. While the device and brand name remain undisclosed, the hints suggest it could be a device from Honor.

There are also previous claims that support this. In April, industry sources suggested that several Chinese manufacturers were evaluating next-generation foldables with similar screen setups, typically around 7.7 inches for the main display and 5.5 inches for the cover screen. These designs are also expected to use ultra-thin glass (UTG) technology with minimal creasing, improving the overall viewing experience.

Another earlier leak from Digital Chat Station revealed that multiple wide-folding phones could launch this year, including devices from different brands. Among them, the tipster claims, the Huawei Pura X Max will be one of the most affordable options in this category.

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A new leak has revealed the full specifications of the upcoming HMD phone, allegedly called the HMD Thunder Pro. The information comes from tipster HMD_MEME’S on X, who also shared the phone render. 

However, note that there’s no vanilla HMD Thunder, or even a Thunder series. The Thunder Pro, if HMD decides to call it that, will be the first smartphone in this new line. 

HMD Thunder Pro Specifications (Expected)

According to the leaked render, the HMD Thunder Pro has a horizontal camera module on the back. It includes two camera sensors along with an LED light. The design follows the flat-edge style seen in recent smartphones.

The leak suggests that the phone will be powered by the Unisoc T620 chipset, which reportedly has a peak clock speed of 2.2GHz. The device is also said to feature 8GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage.

On the front, the HMD Thunder Pro is tipped to feature a 6.67-inch OLED display with FHD+ resolution. The screen is also expected to support a 90Hz refresh rate.

For cameras, the leak mentions a 50MP main sensor with OIS (optical image stabilization) and an 8MP ultra-wide camera. The front will have a 50MP lens for selfies.

The device is also said to support NFC and keep the 3.5mm headphone jack. Other reported features include dual microphones, dual speakers, and an IP65 rating for dust and water resistance.

At the moment, there is no official information regarding the launch date or pricing of the HMD Thunder Pro. Since the details are based on leaks, the final specifications could still change before the phone is officially announced.

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The Lenovo Legion Y700 2026 is now available at a huge discounted price on Giztop. The tablet is currently listed for $599 instead of its original $799 price, making it a strong option for users looking for a compact Android gaming tablet with flagship-level hardware. Giztop is also offering global shipping, which makes the device easier to purchase in multiple regions.

8.8-Inch 3K Display With 165Hz Refresh Rate

Lenovo has equipped the Legion Y700 2026 with an 8.8-inch IPS LCD display that features a sharp 2560 × 1600 resolution and a 16:10 screen ratio. The tablet supports a smooth 165Hz refresh rate, which is useful for gaming and scrolling. It also comes with Dolby Vision support, 100% DCI-P3 color coverage, 500 nits brightness, and DC dimming for a better viewing experience.

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Powers The Tablet

The tablet runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, delivering flagship-level performance for gaming, multitasking, and heavy apps. It is paired with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and up to 512GB UFS 4.1 storage. Lenovo also includes a microSD card slot that supports storage expansion up to 1TB, which is useful for users who store large games and media files.

Large Battery And Dual USB-C Ports

One of the biggest highlights is the massive 9000mAh battery that supports 68W fast charging. Lenovo claims the tablet is built for long gaming sessions and entertainment usage. The Legion Y700 2026 also includes dual USB Type-C 3.1 Gen 2 ports for charging and accessories.

Camera, Audio, And Other Features

For photography and video calls, the tablet features a 50MP rear camera and an 8MP front camera with face unlock support. It also includes dual JBL speakers with Dolby Atmos support for immersive audio. Connectivity features include Bluetooth 5.4, dual-band Wi-Fi, and Android 16-based ZUI software.

Deal And Availability

The Lenovo Legion Y700 2026 is currently available on Giztop at a discounted starting price of $599 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant. The deal cuts the price by $200 compared to its regular retail pricing. Giztop is also offering global shipping, making the tablet available for buyers in international markets.

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Oppo has officially launched the Oppo Find X9s in India alongside the Find X9 Ultra, expanding its premium smartphone lineup in the country. The new flagship smartphone focuses on display quality, camera performance, and battery capacity while also bringing the latest connectivity and software features.

Oppo Find X9s specifications and features

The Oppo Find X9s features a 6.59-inch AMOLED display with an FHD+ resolution of 2760 x 1256 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and up to 1,800 nits of peak brightness in high brightness mode. The panel supports 10-bit colors, 100 percent DCI-P3 colour gamut coverage and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i.

Powering the device is the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s chipset paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. The phone is available in 12GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB variants. It runs on ColorOS 16 based on Android and packs a 7,025mAh battery with support for 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging.

For photography, the Find X9s comes with a triple rear camera setup that includes a 50-megapixel primary sensor with OIS, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera, and a 50-megapixel telephoto lens with optical image stabilization. On the front, it gets a 32-megapixel selfie camera with support for 4K video recording at up to 60fps.

The smartphone also includes features such as an in-display ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, IP-rated durability, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.1, NFC support and eSIM support.

Oppo Find X9s price in India and availability

The Oppo Find X9s has been launched in Midnight Grey, Lavender Sky and Sunset Orange colour options. The 12GB + 256GB variant is priced at Rs 79,999, while the 12GB + 512GB model costs Rs 89,999.

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Oppo is preparing to unveil the Reno 16 series in China on May 25, and ahead of the launch, one of the upcoming models has surfaced on Geekbench. The listing reveals several hardware details, giving an early look at the chipset and performance of what is believed to be the standard Oppo Reno 16.

Oppo Reno 16 Geekbench listing details

An Oppo smartphone carrying the PMM110 model number has appeared on Geekbench. The listing shows that the device is powered by a MediaTek MT6899 chipset featuring one prime core clocked at 3.40GHz, three performance cores running at 3.20GHz, and four efficiency cores operating at 2.20GHz. For graphics, the chipset includes the Mali-G720 MC8 GPU. T

These specifications indicate that the Dimensity 8500 chipset could power this device. However, some reports suggest the device may instead feature the newer Dimensity 8550, which is expected to retain similar CPU and GPU configurations while bringing smaller internal improvements.

The benchmark listing further reveals that the Reno 16 is equipped with 12GB of RAM and runs on Android 16. In Geekbench tests, the device achieved 1,611 points in the single-core test and 6,402 points in the multi-core test.

Oppo Reno 16 specifications (rumored)

According to previous reports, the Oppo Reno 16 may feature a 6.32-inch OLED display with a 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The device is also expected to arrive with up to 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of storage. For photography, it may feature a 50-megapixel front camera and an OIS-enabled 200-megapixel + 50-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 50-megapixel (3.5x periscope telephoto) triple camera unit.

The Dimensity chipset is likely to be paired with a large 6,700mAh battery that could support 80W wired charging. Other rumoured features include an IP68/IP69-rated body and support for Oppo’s electronic selfie mirror accessory known as the Oppo Bubble. It will be available in three shades: Heartbeat Star (white), Galaxy Purple, and Midnight Black.

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Samsung’s future Galaxy S lineup may see a notable change with the arrival of a new Galaxy S27 Pro model. Multiple reports suggest the company is planning to expand the series beyond its usual three-device setup, with the new phone expected to offer flagship-grade hardware in a more compact body.

Galaxy S27 Pro may bridge the gap between Plus and Ultra

According to reports from Korean publication ETNews and other industry sources, the Galaxy S27 Pro could feature a 6.47-inch OLED display. This would place it between the regular Galaxy S27 and the larger Galaxy S27+ in terms of size. The phone is reportedly aimed at users who want top-tier specifications without carrying an oversized device.

The Galaxy S27 Pro is said to share many of its core features with the Galaxy S27 Ultra. Rumored specifications include a next-generation Snapdragon chipset, Samsung’s Privacy Display technology, and a flagship-grade camera system. The camera setup may include a 200-megapixel primary sensor, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom.

Reports also suggest that Samsung may skip the S Pen on the Galaxy S27 Pro to keep the phone slimmer and more compact. This would leave the Galaxy S27 Ultra as the only model in the lineup with stylus support and productivity-focused features.

The move appears to align with a growing trend in the premium smartphone segment where brands are offering flagship hardware in multiple screen sizes. Apple and Google already offer Pro-level devices in relatively compact form factors, and Samsung may now be preparing a similar strategy for Galaxy users.

The Galaxy S27 Pro is also expected to become a replacement for Samsung’s recent Edge experiment, which reportedly did not see strong demand despite its slim design. While details about battery capacity and pricing remain unclear, the device could appeal to buyers looking for a compact phone without major compromises.

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Last month, Vivo unveiled the Vivo Y600 Pro equipped with a massive 10,200mAh battery. The brand has now started teasing a new phone dubbed the Vivo Y600 Turbo. Here’s a look at what to expect from the upcoming device.

Vivo Y600 Turbo specifications (expected)

The poster above confirms that the Vivo Y600 Turbo will be available in white and pink shades. Rumors suggest that it could become Vivo’s first smartphone to support a 165Hz refresh rate. The device is expected to feature a 6.83-inch OLED panel with a 1.5K resolution.

Under the hood, the phone may feature the Dimensity 8500 chipset along with a huge 9,020mAh battery that supports 90W fast charging. On the back, it is expected to feature a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-600 primary camera paired with a 2-megapixel secondary sensor. For selfies, the device may include a 16-megapixel front camera.

Like recent Vivo smartphones, the Y600 Turbo is also expected to run on Android 16 with OriginOS 6 on top. It may come equipped with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 3.1 storage, although the exact configurations are yet to be confirmed.

The Vivo Y600 Turbo appears to be a rebranded version of the iQOO Z11, which debuted in China in March. The iQOO device was launched at 2,299 Yuan (around $340) for the 8GB + 256GB variant. The Y600 Turbo is likely to arrive in China with similar pricing.

Apart from the Y600 Turbo, Vivo is also preparing to launch the Vivo S60 series in China. Scheduled to debut on May 29, the lineup is expected to include the Vivo S60 and Vivo S60 Vitality Edition. These camera-focused mid-range phones are said to feature the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 and Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipsets, respectively.

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Oppo will unveil the Reno 16 series on May 25 in China. With the launch approaching, the company has started confirming several key details about the smartphones. In a poster shared today, Oppo revealed the rear camera specifications of the Reno 16 lineup.

Oppo Reno 16 series camera specs confirmed

The poster confirms that the Oppo Reno 16 and Reno 16 Pro will feature an identical rear camera setup led by a 200-megapixel main camera. The setup will also include a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera, and a smart LED flash unit.

Although both phones feature the same megapixel count, the fine print on the poster mentions that the camera hardware may vary between models. There is a possibility that the camera sensors could be similar to those used in the Reno 15 and Reno 15 Pro.

Reports suggest that the Reno 16 will feature a 6.32-inch OLED display with a 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is expected to be powered by the Dimensity 8550 chipset and pack a 6,700mAh battery with 80W charging support.

The Reno 16 Pro, on the other hand, is expected to arrive with a larger 6.78-inch OLED panel offering the same resolution and refresh rate. The device could feature the Dimensity 9500s chipset and a 7,000mAh battery with support for 80W wired and 50W wireless charging.

Both smartphones are expected to arrive in 12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB, and 16GB+512GB variants. Color options may include Heartbeat Star (white) and Midnight Black. The Reno 16 could also get 16GB+256GB and 16GB+1TB variants along with a Galaxy Purple shade, while the Reno 16 Pro may arrive in an additional Dream Blue color option. Both phones will also support the Oppo Bubble, a selfie mirror accessory.

As for the global launch, the Reno 16 series has started receiving certifications across several markets, suggesting a possible launch timeline between June and July.

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China has officially launched its first general-purpose household robot, called “Shiguang S1,” in Wuhan’s Optics Valley. The robot was introduced on May 20 by Chinese robotics company GigaBrain and is designed specifically for daily home use. Unlike traditional robots built for factories, the Shiguang S1 is made to assist families with regular household tasks and interact naturally with people inside the home.

Designed to Handle Daily Household Work

The Shiguang S1 can perform several common household activities. According to the company, the robot is capable of folding clothes, cooking meals, and clearing the dining table. It can also chat with elderly people and provide assistance at home. One of its biggest features is its ability to continuously learn and adapt to new tasks, making it more flexible than older task-specific robots.

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GigaBrain says the robot uses its self-developed embodied intelligent model, which allows it to understand tasks and react to different home environments. Ye Yun, Vice President of R&D at GigaBrain, explained that traditional factory robots usually follow fixed instructions, while the Shiguang S1 can plan actions on its own and respond intelligently to changing situations.

The company also revealed plans to officially launch its next-generation “GigaBrain 1” model in the third quarter of 2026.

Safety and Early User Testing

To improve safety, the robot includes a compliant control mechanism. If it accidentally touches a person or pet while moving, it immediately stops to reduce the risk of injury.

Families in Wuhan can now apply to become early “seed users” through the “Shiguang Vision” WeChat account and the company’s official application page. The launch highlights China’s growing progress in AI-powered robotics, elderly care technology, and smart home automation.

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Casio’s premium G-Shock MTG-B4000B-1A has started appearing in the U.S. through retailer Arizona Fine Time. The watch is the latest model in the MTG-B4000 series, which also consists of the MTG-B4000B-1A2JF and the MTG-B4000-1AJF.

The watch is listed at $1,500 and appears to be shipping immediately. That puts it at the same U.S. retail price as the older MTG-B4000B-1A2. In Japan, the related MTG-B4000B-1AJF launched on May 15, 2026, priced at ¥176,000, or about $1,110.

The MTG-B4000B-1A is part of Casio’s MT-G line, which combines resin and metal construction. This model uses a carbon laminated frame with stainless steel, along with a Dual Core Guard structure. Casio says the design was refined through simulation and human review to balance strength, shape, and wearability.

The case uses carbon fiber reinforced resin and stainless steel, while the bezel has a two-part inner and outer structure. The stainless-steel bezel gets black ion plating with both hairline and mirror finishes. The case back is made from stainless steel using Metal Injection Molding. The watch also has Triple G Resist protection, covering shock, centrifugal force, and vibration resistance.

The black dial carries red accents and microfabrication details from Casio’s Yamagata factory. It is protected by a sapphire crystal and paired with a black soft urethane band. Other hardware details include a screw-lock crown, Neobrite luminous treatment, a high-brightness LED light, and 200-meter water resistance.

For timekeeping, the quartz watch supports Multi Band 6 radio-controlled adjustment and Bluetooth syncing through the Casio Watches app. App features include automatic time correction, phone finder, watch status display, self-check, Time & Place logging, and world time for around 300 cities. Like most G-Shocks, the MTG-B4000B also uses Tough Solar charging, and can last for around five months without seeing the sun, or up to 18 months in power-saving mode.

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Samsung has moved ahead of Apple in customer satisfaction among smartphone users in the United States, according to the latest report from the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI). The new survey shows Samsung taking the top position with a score of 81, while Apple followed closely behind with 80 points.

Last year, both companies were tied in the rankings, but the new results suggest Samsung has managed to gain a slight advantage in how users feel about their devices and overall experience.

The report also notes that customer satisfaction across the smartphone industry improved slightly this year. The overall score for the category rose by 1% to 79 points after a noticeable decline in the previous year.

AI is also a part of the satisfaction metric 

One major reason for the improvement is said to be the growing usefulness of modern smartphone features. The survey suggests that newer technologies are no longer being seen as marketing tricks. Instead, users now feel many of these additions are genuinely helpful in everyday use. ACSI highlights battery life improvement as one of the biggest positives for consumers.

Artificial intelligence also played an important role in this year’s rankings. AI-related features were included in the survey for the first time, and they are well-received by users. According to the report, many consumers now see AI tools as practical features rather than experimental additions. 

Among individual devices, premium flagship phones delivered the highest satisfaction scores. Samsung’s Galaxy S series led the category with 84 points, while Apple’s latest iPhone lineup scored 82 points. Google’s flagship smartphones followed with 80 points.

The report also looked at foldable phones, where Samsung continues to dominate the segment ahead of Google and Motorola. However, foldable devices generated more user complaints than traditional smartphones, showing that the category still faces some challenges.

The survey was based on feedback collected from more than 20,000 users.

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iQOO has launched a new pair of budget wireless earbuds in China, called the iQOO TWS 5i. It comes with long battery life and a few gaming-focused sound features.

Just like the TWS 3i, the successor uses 10mm drivers. The earbuds support iQOO’s in-house “Monster Sound” audio processing, which are designed to adjust audio depending on the type of game being played. Spatial audio support is included as well, with multiple sound modes for games, movies, and general media playback.

The company says the earbuds can achieve as low as 42ms latency over Bluetooth 5.4, which should help reduce noticeable audio delay in fast-paced games like shooters or racing titles.

Physically, the TWS 5i keeps things lightweight. Each earbud weighs around 4.2 grams, so comfort seems to be a major priority here, especially for longer gaming sessions or daily use.

Battery life looks surprisingly solid for the price segment too. iQOO claims up to 11.5 hours of playback on a single charge, with the charging case extending total usage to around 50 hours. Talk time is rated slightly lower at about seven hours.

The earbuds also come with AI-based call noise reduction, IP54 dust and splash resistance, and support for connecting to two devices at the same time.

Of course, some compromises are still there. Features like active noise cancellation are missing, which is not surprising considering the pricing. iQOO seems to be focusing more on the basics that matter most to casual gamers and everyday users rather than trying to compete directly with more expensive earbuds.

At 119 yuan, the TWS 5i feels positioned more as a practical daily pair with gaming perks rather than a pair of earbuds focused heavily on sound quality. But as strong battery life remains to be the most important aspect in the budget segment, the TWS 5i could end up attracting quite a bit of attention among younger users and mobile gamers.

Pricing:

The TWS 5i is priced at 119 yuan in China, which is roughly equivalent to €15 or ₹1,700 at current exchange rates, and is already available for purchase. As of now, iQOO has not announced any plans to launch the earbuds internationally.

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Oppo has released its newest budget wireless earbuds in China. The earbuds are priced at 199 yuan (about $29), and they offer a practical set of features for the price tier, focusing primarily on active noise cancellation and battery longevity. The Enco Air 5 comes in three colors: White, Black, and Purple.

Oppo Enco Air 5 Specifications

For noise cancellation, the earbuds include up to 52dB of active noise cancellation (ANC) covering a 5,000Hz frequency range. The earbuds also use a triple-microphone system to isolate the user’s voice during phone calls, with the company saying it can maintain vocal clarity in wind speeds up to 25km/h.

The Enco Air 5 earbuds equip 12mm dynamic drivers designed for stronger bass and clearer highs. These feature a 10-band custom EQ for personalized sound tuning, support AAC and SBC codecs, and include spatial audio alongside dedicated gaming sound effects.

Each earbud weighs 4.3 grams, and they feature an IP55 rating for dust and water resistance, meaning they can handle sweat during workouts or light rain. The charging case is relatively compact, weighing 43.5 grams.

On the connectivity front, the Enco Air 5 supports Bluetooth 6.1. For daily use, they support dual-device connection, allowing users to switch audio seamlessly between a phone and a tablet. There is also a 47ms low-latency mode for gaming and video playback.

As for battery life, the Enco Air 5 offers up to 13 hours of playback on a single charge and up to 54 hours with the charging case. With ANC enabled, the battery life drops to 6.5 hours for the earbuds and 27 hours in total. It also supports fast charging, with a 10-minute top-up delivering up to four hours of playback.

The earbuds also include a few smart additions like in-ear detection, remote camera control, customizable touch controls, and AI-powered translation for 24 languages.

In related news, Motorola recently confirmed the launch of the Moto Buds 2 in India with LHDC audio support and 55dB active noise cancellation. Meanwhile, Nubia has introduced the GT Buds in China, featuring a semi-transparent design, RGB lighting, and up to 35dB ANC.

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Samsung avoided a major employee strike after reaching a last-minute bonus agreement with its workers’ union. The deal was made only 90 minutes before the strike was supposed to begin. Even though the strike was stopped, many workers are now unhappy about the huge difference in bonuses between divisions.

Employees in Samsung’s semiconductor division, mainly those working in memory chips, will receive very large bonuses this year. If the division earns high profits, some workers could get bonuses worth more than 560 million won through incentives and company shares.

However, workers in Samsung’s smartphone and consumer electronics division will receive only around 6 million won each. Many of them believe this is unfair. They say their division helped the company during difficult years when the semiconductor business was weak. Angry comments quickly spread online, with employees saying Samsung’s reward system is no longer fair.

The situation became more controversial because even employees in loss-making semiconductor businesses, such as foundry and system LSI, will still receive large bonuses close to 200 million won. Some workers believe the company is rewarding divisions too differently.

There is also growing tension inside the semiconductor division itself. Employees outside the memory business feel ignored because memory workers are getting much bigger rewards. Some workers worry Samsung is focusing too much on memory chips while not supporting future businesses enough.

The agreement may stop the strike for now, but it could create long-term problems inside Samsung. Many believe the large bonus gap may hurt employee morale, teamwork, and trust within the company in the future. Stay tuned for more information.

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Deal | GreedFall is an RPG set in a fantasy world filled with magic and mystery, where you must forge your own destiny. But to do so, you’ll need to use your skills, strength, diplomacy, and make tough decisions.

Lenovo is now selling a new 14-inch laptop internationally featuring Intel Panther Lake processors. Also available with 32 GB of RAM, a 60 Wh and dual M.2 slots, the ThinkBook 14 G9 IPL also contains full-sized arrow keys, unlike many modern 14-inch laptops.

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Today AT&T is announcing "a fully customizable wireless experience" which lets you control what you pay for. It's called Build-A-Plan and will be available from May 27 online only. It's a 30-day rolling subscription. If you're interested, there's a $15 per month base plan which includes unlimited talk and text as well as 1GB of data. Then you simply add what you need on top: 5GB of data for $5, 15GB for $10, unlimited data for $20 with SD streaming (2Mbps on 5G, 1.5Mbps elsewhere), and $35 for unlimited data with UHD streaming (this isn't capped, you get the maximum possible speed at any...

Samsung Display is making a new type of OLED screen for laptops. These screens, Gen 8.6 OLED, will be used in future laptops, including new MacBook Pro models.

Right now, Samsung Display is using only one production line. This line can make about 7,500 glass sheets per month, even though its full capacity is planned at 15,000. The company has another same line, but it is not running yet. If more customers want OLED laptops, Samsung may start the second line too.

The company is doing very well in making good-quality screens. More than 90% of the screens made are working properly, as per TheElec report. In some steps of production, the success rate is even around 95%. This is very good because making big laptop OLED screens is difficult. They must be bright, clear, and last a long time without damage.

Samsung Display is expected to start sending these screens soon. These screens will likely be used in new MacBook Pro laptops made by Apple. It is expected that about 2 million screens may be supplied this year if everything goes well.

At the same time, other companies are also trying to enter this market. BOE Technology Group is also making similar OLED screens. It plans to supply them to laptop companies like ASUS and Acer. But BOE is still working on improving quality, so it cannot produce large amounts yet.

Samsung Display wants to get more customers and grow its business. If OLED laptops sell well, the company will increase production and may start its second line. Stay tuned for more information.

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Deal (Update) | Featuring the best Samsung OLED TV of 2025, Best Buy has the S95F on sale for a rock-bottom price. The 55-inch QD-OLED panel is a sensible choice for bright rooms with distracting reflections. It’s also ideal for competitive gaming, but the lack of Dolby Vision gives the LG G5 a slight advantage. Update (May 22): Unfortunately, the deal is now sold out.

Deal | Warhammer 40,000: Gladius – Relics of War, a $39.99 turn-based 4X strategy game, is free to keep on Steam until May 28 at 4 PM UTC as part of the Warhammer Skulls Festival. You can add it to your account to claim it permanently.

A modder has created a Spotify integration mod for Forza Horizon 6 that works just like a native in-game radio station. It also follows in-game radio station behaviour with menu fades, artist metadata, and more.

Apple's iPhone 19 Pro and iPhone 19 Pro Max prototypes are currently undergoing testing with quad-curved screens, according to a new rumor from the prolific Chinese leaker who goes by Digital Chat Station on Weibo. We have heard back in April that Apple's 2027 Pro series would employ such panels, which is a bit ironic seeing as how quad-curved screens used to be all the rage with Chinese Android smartphone makers, until they all decided to copy Apple and go the flat route. So get ready for a new influx of quad-curved panels in Android flagships in late 2027 and 2028. In 2027 Apple...

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Wear OS 7 is official, and it would make its public debut with the next-gen Samsung Galaxy Watch lineup. The new wearable platform introduces widget support, Live Updates, and improvements driven by Gemini AI.

Samsung has already completed the rollout of Wear OS 6-based One UI 8 Watch software update. With Wear OS 7 becoming the latest, Samsung would also jump to the new version, starting with Beta Program soon.

If history is an indication, Samsung will launch One UI 9 Watch, based on Wear OS 7. The software will officially arrive with the Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 later this year, but the Beta testing would open early.

Galaxy Watch 8 and Classic are the strongest contenders for the One UI 9 Watch Beta Program. Users in select countries, including the US and Korea, may be invited to test the latest changes and help developers shape the software.

Samsung Galaxy Watch eligibility for Wear OS 7

Samsung will not just keep the Wear OS 7 limited to the next-gen Watch models. The company will bring it to plenty of compatible versions launched so far. The list is pretty significant now and carries almost a dozen variants.

Confirmed

Samsung Watch models released in the past three years are confirmed to receive the Wear OS 7 update later this year. The list includes:

• Galaxy Watch 8 (40mm, 44mm, and 46mm)
• Galaxy Watch Ultra
• Galaxy Watch 7 (40mm and 44mm)
• Galaxy Watch FE
• Galaxy Watch 6 (40mm and 44mm)
• Galaxy Watch 6 Classic (43mm and 47mm)

Likely (uncertain)

Samsung’s OS support spans four years, making the Galaxy Watch 5 also compatible with the Wear OS 7 upgrade, though the upgrade remains uncertain.

• Galaxy Watch 5 (40mm and 44mm)
• Galaxy Watch 5 Pro

Unlikely

One UI 8 Watch was already a surprise on the Watch 4 series, and another major upgrade isn’t very likely until Samsung amends its support strategy.

• Galaxy Watch 4 (40mm and 44mm)
• Galaxy Watch 4 Classic (42mm and 46mm)

Wear OS 7-based One UI 9 Watch may be released on July 22. New features and changes of this version may gradually expand to older models later this year.

Disclaimer: The wearable device list and release date are prepared by SammyFans staff purely based on Samsung’s software release pattern and industry (supply chain) inputs. Neither the device list nor the release date is confirmed by Samsung.

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A modder has created a Spotify integration mod for Forza Horizon 6 that works just like a native in-game radio station. It also follows in-game radio station behaviour with menu fades, artist metadata, and more.

JBL has announced a sixth color for its Soundgear Clips open-ear earbuds. The new color is called Emerald Green and seems to be exclusive to China for now.

Mova has launched its first in-house solar system, the LumeGret A4000. The pre-sale runs for around three weeks and offers a 300 euro discount and a free smart meter.

Deal | Humble Bundle has expanded its current collection of game bundles with a new addition — Perplexing Puzzles. This bundle, which will expire on June 11, 2026, contains eight games and three game coupons.

The Zerowriter Fold is a new mobile system designed for distraction-free, focused text input. It is advertised with a good typing feel and uses an e-ink display.

The second game from the developers of Disco Elysium is now available. Zero Parades: For Dead Spies is an unusual role-playing game which, in its current form, is not quite as convincing to critics and players as Disco Elysium.

A May 27th Helldivers 2 patch will finally add modern upscaling to the third-person shooter. DLSS 4.5 and PSSR are among the new options to improve frame rates and image clarity. Joined by other performance tweaks, Arrowhead hopes to reverse a barrage of negative Steam reviews.

Back in April rumors started going around saying Samsung would be adding a fourth member to its Galaxy S27 family, and yesterday a new rumor told us what screen size the Galaxy S27 Pro would have. Today yet another rumor is talking about its cameras. Based on the previous rumors, we were under the impression that the S27 Pro would be an S27 Ultra without an S Pen and smaller in size. However, this new rumor contradicts that, saying the Pro and Ultra will have a different telephoto camera. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra The Galaxy S27 Ultra is rumored to only have three cameras on the...

Google released Android 17 QPR1 Beta 3 just a couple of days ago, and it comes with some changes to the UI. One notable update is the media app switcher - it's no longer a carousel. New media app switcher in Android 17 While Android 16's current media app switcher that shows up in the notification shade requires you to swipe left and right to switch between active media apps, Android 17 will bring a new, more convenient and obvious switching style. In the new UI, Android minimizes the other media apps into tiny cards that expand when you tap on them. This makes it not just...

Samsung has announced a special fan event, Samsung Galaxy x BTS WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG, in Las Vegas from May 20 to May 31. The event is being held with HYBE, the company behind BTS, and gives fans a fun way to enjoy BTS-themed activities while trying the new Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra smartphone.

The event takes place at Allegiant Stadium and includes six different activity areas for fans. Each area is designed to show off the phone’s camera and smart features in a creative and exciting way. Fans can take photos with BTS-inspired backgrounds, including scenes that look like music videos or concert moments such as crowd surfing.

The most exciting feature is Samsung’s Photo Assist tool, which helps users edit and improve their photos easily. Fans can also use the Interpreter feature on the Galaxy S26 Ultra to send messages to BTS in different languages. This makes the experience more personal and interactive.

People attending the event can also take mirror selfies with the BTS logo and receive printed souvenir photos to keep as memories. Samsung is also offering a special gift for the first 500 visitors who complete a short survey. They will receive a limited-edition Samsung and BTS collectible bag.

The Las Vegas event is part of BTS THE CITY, a larger project that brings together music, technology, and fan experiences. Through this partnership, Samsung wants fans to enjoy new technology, express themselves creatively, and make unforgettable memories connected to BTS and Galaxy devices.

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HMD has officially announced its latest smartphone, the Vibe 2 5G, in the Indian market. It’s powered by the Unisoc T8200 chipset paired with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. The phone features a 50 MP main camera, a 120 Hz LCD display, and a large 6,000 mAh battery that supports 18 W wired charging.

Samsung has registered multiple patents for rollable or sliding phones and one of them has a unique implementation for the cameras. The designs show the phone in its standard and extended shapes.

A May 27th Helldivers 2 patch will finally add modern upscaling to the third-person shooter. DLSS 4.5 and PSSR are among the new options to improve frame rates and image clarity. Joined by other performance tweaks, Arrowhead hopes to reverse a barrage of negative Steam reviews.

Lenovo has released its first Intel Wildcat Lake laptop internationally. Featuring a 17-inch display, the IdeaPad Slim 3i 17IWC11 supports up to 32 GB of RAM with a 60 Wh battery and over 18 hours of battery life according to official tests.

A new OneXPlayer X1 Pro is now available to order globally. Equipped with AMD's Gorgon Point platform, the new release combines a 65 Wh battery with detachable controllers, a Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 APU and OCuLink eGPU support.

The second mystery free games batch of May 2026 is now live, and Epic Games Store has revealed that the freebies are Down in Bermuda and Tomb Raider I-III Remastered. Both have good player ratings, and the combined value is $49.98.

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Back in March, the upcoming Oura Ring 5 leaked in renders showcasing a new design, and now on Reddit someone posted a purported internal document from the company which reveals when the device will be launching. The date is May 28, which is also when pre-orders will open. The ring will start shipping on June 4. As you can see, the document includes a photo of the ring and the charging case, and these match the leaked images from March, basically confirming the redesign (as much as any rumored bit of info can, of course). The Oura Ring 5 will be smaller and more comfortable than its...

Samsung is working on new ideas for smartphones again. This time, the company is thinking about phones with rollable screens. A new patent shows that Samsung may want to make phones that can grow bigger by pulling the screen out.

The Korean tech giant is already famous for foldable phones like the Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip. These phones can fold in half. Now Samsung is trying something different. Instead of folding, the screen could roll out and become larger.

The patent shows two new ideas (via Android Authority). The first phone looks like a normal smartphone. But when users need a bigger screen, they can pull the display sideways. The phone then becomes wider, almost like a small tablet.

Another interesting thing is the design. The screen stays hidden inside the phone. The phone has two sides that can be pulled apart. When the user pulls the phone open, the display slides out from inside the device. When closed, the screen stays protected inside the body of the phone.

The patent also says the phone may have sensors. These sensors can understand how far the screen has been pulled out and how fast it moves. This would help the phone adjust apps and screen size smoothly.

Right now, this is only a patent. Samsung has not announced a product yet. Many companies create patents for ideas that never become real devices. Still, this shows Samsung is thinking about the future of smartphones. Rollable phones may seem unusual today, but they could become popular in the future. Stay tuned for more information.

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Lenovo has released a new 14-inch laptop globally under its IdeaPad Slim 5 range. Featuring Intel Panther Lake processors, the IdeaPad Slim 5i 14IPH11 can also be configured with a 60 Wh battery, 32 GB of RAM and a choice between 60 Hz OLED or 120 Hz IPS displays for the time being.

Anbernic has released cheaper versions of one of its popular retro handhelds. Now available with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, the Anbernic RG557 is significantly cheaper than it was previously, despite retaining an AMOLED display and a powerful chipset.

Alongside the Xiaomi 17 Max, the company has released a new affordable smartwatch, the Smart Band 10 Pro. The starting price in China is CNY 399, around $59, and the fitness tracker features a bright AMOLED display and a 21-day battery life rating.

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The fourth member in the Xiaomi 17 series is here, and it brings the Max moniker. The Xiaomi 17 Max is the less flashy sibling of the 17 Pro Max, omitting the secondary rear screen and opting for a higher resolution 200MP main cam while also housing a larger 8,000 mAh Si/C battery. According to Xiaomi, the 17 Max should be good for over 2 days of normal usage with the battery rated to retain up to 80% of its charge even after 1,600 charging cycles or over 4 years of daily usage. When you do need to recharge, you can do so at up to 100W speeds via cable and 50W wirelessly. The 17 Max...

Samsung has officially responded to the scrolling issue reported by many users in the Samsung Members app. The issue is that the app sometimes showed a blank screen while scrolling through posts and pages. After several reports from users, Samsung investigated the issue and has now confirmed that a fix is on the way.

Many Samsung Members users noticed that while scrolling inside the app, the screen suddenly turned blank. This made it difficult to read posts, access community pages, or continue using the app normally. The issue mainly appeared during scrolling and affected the overall experience of the Samsung Members platform.

As per Samsung, the issue was caused by a WebView display error. WebView is a system component that helps apps display web-based content. Because of this error, some pages inside the Samsung Members app failed to load properly while users were scrolling.

Samsung’s support team replied to affected users and confirmed that the company had analyzed the app logs to identify the issue. After the investigation, Samsung developers modified the app to stop the blank screen issue from happening again.

The company also apologized for the inconvenience caused to users. Samsung stated that the fix will be included in the next Samsung Members app update. Users are advised to install the upcoming update once it becomes available.

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Samsung has begun releasing an Android 16-based May 2026 security update for the Galaxy S22 series. This update is currently available for users in South Korea and will soon reach more countries through a phased rollout.

Users of the Samsung Galaxy S22 series can verify the May 2026 security update via the One UI build version given below.

• S901NKSS9GZE5 – Galaxy S22
• S906NKSS9GZE5 – Galaxy S22 Plus
• S908NKSS9GZE5 – Galaxy S22 Ultra

The new update comes with a download package size of around 500MB. It is a regular security maintenance update. It brings security improvements, system upgrades, and updated apps to improve the overall phone experience.

Samsung says the update fixes 39 security issues found in Android and Samsung’s own software system, One UI. These fixes help protect your phone from bugs and possible security threats. They also make your device safer when using apps, browsing the internet, and storing personal data.

Along with security improvements, the update also makes the phone more stable. This means the Galaxy S22 series should run smoother with fewer crashes or glitches. 

The update is based on Android 16, and the device is already eligible for the One UI 8.5 update. The next update is expected to be One UI 8.5. The current software update makes the device ready for future updates, so install it now. 

To install the update, users can go to Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install on their phone. Download the update now to enjoy a better Galaxy experience.

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Heybike has launched the new Saturn e-bike in the global market. The company’s new e-bike features a motorcycle-inspired styling, full suspension, a long bench seat, fat tires, and a 1,000 W rear hub motor, which is rated for up to 1,800 W peak output and 95 Nm of torque.

A new leak is giving Nintendo fans fresh hope: after years of silence, Genshin Impact may still be coming to a Nintendo console – although most likely to the Switch 2 rather than the original Switch.

A new report reveals the compact-ish Galaxy S27 Pro flagship may share two cameras with the S27 Ultra, including a removal of the 3x telephoto lens and upgrades to a new 200MP primary sensor. The zoom cameras are expected to make (almost) all the difference between the S27 Pro and S27 Ultra.

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The Xiaomi 17 Max has now officially launched in China. It's powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, has a bright 6.9-inch OLED display, and features a Leica 200MP camera setup on the back. The starting price in China is CNY 4,299, around $632.

Apple is currently testing a quad-curved display for the iPhone 19 Pro and/or iPhone 20 (2027), signaling a potential radical design shift for at least one of the 20th-anniversary iPhone models. Details indicate a transition to bezel-less OLED panels with under-display camera technology, hinting at a major hardware overhaul.

Newly leaked images point to a Casio G-Shock Camo & Gold 2026 collection comprising four models — GM-6900CMG-3, DW-6900CMG-3, GA-V01CMG-3A, and GA-700CMG-3A — with a June 2026 launch and pricing between $100–$200.

The Razer Blade 16 2026 swaps out the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU of the 2025 model with the latest Intel Core Ultra 9 386H CPU. However, this move has reportedly resulted in notably slower CPU and gaming performance than 2025 Razer Blade 16 as well as hotter CPU operating temperature.

The new Rogbid GeoX2 is a new budget-friendly smartwatch promising a wide range of features, including dual-band GPS, offline navigation, water resistance, and a highly rugged design. It is equipped with an AMOLED display as well as an LED light for illumination in the dark.

Samsung was facing the biggest strike in its history in its Device Solutions business, thanks to it posting record sales but not sharing much the profits with its employees. Now, however, the labor union suspended its planned 18-day strike, following a round of negotiations led by South Korea's minister for labor and employment. These talks resulted in a tentative agreement. Now all members of the union will vote, from May 22 to May 27, on whether to accept the tentative agreement that was proposed. Samsung would allocate a special bonus equivalent to 10.5% of operating profits to its chip...

Oppo has revealed more details about the upcoming Reno16 series ahead of its launch in China. The Reno16 and Reno16 Pro are already up for pre-order in the country, and the company has previously showcased their designs. The company has now shared the camera specifications of the smartphones. The Reno16 series will offer a triple rear camera setup with a primary 200MP sensor. It will also feature a 50MP periscope telephoto camera and a 50MP ultrawide unit. At the front, the phones will offer a 50MP ultrawide selfie camera as well. While Oppo hasn’t detailed the exact sensors used...

Samsung has started releasing the stable One UI 8.5 update for the Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A56 in more countries. The update first launched in South Korea, and now Samsung is expanding it globally.

Galaxy A36 users in Turkey are now getting the One UI 8.5 update. At the same time, Galaxy A56 users in Malaysia, Indonesia, and several European regions have also started receiving the new software update. This shows that Samsung has officially started the worldwide rollout for both devices.

One UI 8.5 update comes with a download size of around 3GB. Since it is a major update, users are advised to connect to a Wi-Fi network before downloading it. The update is expected to improve the overall user experience with smoother performance, better animations, improved battery optimization, and stronger security features.

Users can identify the update through the firmware version numbers. For the Galaxy A36, the firmware version ends with CZDD. Meanwhile, the Galaxy A56 update carries a firmware version ending with CZDR.

Samsung releases updates in phases, so some users may receive it earlier than others depending on their country or carrier. If the update has not arrived yet, users may need to wait a few more days.

To check for the update manually, users can go to Settings, then tap Software Update, and select Download and Install. With the One UI 8.5 rollout now expanding globally, more Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A56 users are expected to receive the update very soon.

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Samsung is working on the Galaxy S27 Pro and S27 Ultra alongside the base and Plus models, and a supply chain leak has just revealed the potential upgrades linked to the camera hardware, display and battery.

Prolific tipster Ice Universe dropped details on Weibo suggesting the Galaxy S27 Pro will share its main and ultrawide cameras with the S27 Ultra. The leaker calls them “entirely new” hardware, which would make the Pro a serious imaging machine.

IceUniverse stayed vague on the telephoto, only confirming it’ll differ from the Ultra’s setup. Here’s hoping Samsung finally retires that embarrassing 10MP 3x shooter it’s been recycling since 2021.

Korean blogger Yeux1122 made a separate claim, drawing on sources from component suppliers. The camera configuration apparently mirrors the S25 Edge, though the blogger was careful to clarify that’s not camera count.

Cross-reference that with tipster Ice Universe’s leak and the S27 Pro’s camera stack starts taking shape: 200MP primary, 50MP ultrawide, and some form of telephoto that we know practically nothing about.

Yeux1122 also mentioned that Samsung is chasing a bigger battery and a display quality closer to Ultra standards. Pricing could land around $1,100, roughly matching the S25 Edge, though the source hedged heavily on that figure.

The more grounded reporting came from ET News, which pegged the S27 Pro as an Ultra-adjacent device minus the S Pen. The outlet later pinned the screen at 6.47 inches of OLED, making it notably compact compared to the S26 Plus.

The leaks keep coming, but this time, they’re actually interesting.

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Samsung has lowered the prices of the Galaxy S26 series by up to $250 in the US, offering consumers direct upfront discounts.

AI Week is still kicking, and flagship phone buyers get a decent opportunity to make their purchase in this sale season. The direct discounts on the Galaxy S26 series range from $80 to $250, with the S26 Ultra getting the most.

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 now starts at $820, Galaxy S26+ at $925, and Galaxy S26 Ultra at $1,050 in the US. The base model is getting a discount of $80 and $100, the Plus variant is down by $175 and $200, while the Ultra is down by $250.

Galaxy S26 series prices (as on May 21, 2026)

• Galaxy S26 (base)
  • 256 GB – $819.99
  • 512 GB – $999.99
• Galaxy S26 Plus
  • 256 GB – $924.99
  • 512 GB – $1,099.99
• Galaxy S26 Ultra
  • 256 GB – $1,049.99
  • 512 GB – $1,249.99
  • 1 TB – $1,549.99

Note that the prices written above are as of May 21, 2026. They may go down further or increase as well, so always verify from the official website at the time you’re going to make the purchase.

The latest price cuts may not be permanent as they seem to be a part of the AI Week promotion. If you are considering an upgrade, finalize your decision before the price goes back to the original list price or the benefits are reduced.

• Samsung AI Week kicks off in the US with big Galaxy and Bespoke deals

Samsung has increased the Galaxy S26 series prices this year. However, the company is offering consumers continuous opportunities to have the new phone. You can pick any color or storage configuration at the given discount.

Galaxy S26 Ultra is the most sold smartphone in the 2026 lineup. The variant alone surpasses the combined sales of the base and Plus. It features the world’s first Privacy Display feature and Horizon Lock video recording tech.

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Apple's transition to OLED MacBook Pro models has gained momentum as Samsung Display achieves 90%+ manufacturing yields on its production lines. With mass production ramping up for 14-inch and 16-inch tandem OLED panels featuring touchscreen support, the long-awaited hardware upgrade is now projected to launch in late 2026 to early 2027.

The launch of the Oura Ring 5 could be imminent, as a photo of an internal document reveals the launch date of the ring, as well as details of the features, design and improved charging case.

The RedMagic 11S Pro series has recently launched in China, and this gaming phone lineup is powered by the overclocked Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. AnTuTu reports that with its performance-focused configuration, the Pro+ can achieve one of the highest benchmark scores.

With today’s Take-Two earnings call potentially bringing news about GTA 6, many fans on Reddit seem more frustrated than excited. Some are tired of having to wait for official updates during a financial call, while others are urging patience.

Garmin CIRQA will soon mark Garmin's debut in a brand new product category. After the wearable was spotted at a retailer, references to Garmin CIRQA have also appeared in the code of the Garmin Connect app.

The new Rogbid GeoX2 is a new budget-friendly smartwatch promising a wide range of features, including dual-band GPS, offline navigation, water resistance, and a highly rugged design. It is equipped with an AMOLED display as well as an LED light for illumination in the dark.

Yesterday, Red Hat Inc. unleashed Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10.2 and 9.8, two updates that push the current and legacy branches of this operating system one step forward. Thanks to them, the users now enjoy simplified hybrid cloud management, improved security capabilities that include protection from quantum computing risks, and more.

A poisoned VS Code extension linked to the TanStack supply chain attack breached GitHub, OpenAI, and Mistral AI, exposing 3,800 internal repositories and developer credentials.

The Analogue Wonderland Pure35 compact camera with flash and optical viewfinder launches for £30. The 35 mm camera offers a 31 mm lens and is powered by a single AAA battery.

Smaller battery, but still great runtimes - the OnePlus Nord 6's battery has been cut back compared to its Chinese model, but still impresses with a full day's runtime under load. Here's what we found out about the mid-range phone.

After several teasers, HMD has officially launched the Vibe 2 5G in India. The smartphone arrives as the successor to the HMD Vibe, which debuted in September 2025, and brings several upgrades, including a larger battery. The Vibe 2 5G sports a 6.75-inch LCD display that offers an HD+ resolution and a refresh rate of 120Hz. It is powered by the Unisoc T8200 chipset, which can be paired with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The phone offers a microSD card slot for storage expansion up to 1TB. In terms of optics, the handset gets a 50MP primary rear camera and an...

Samsung is highlighting some of the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s impressive camera tools at Vivid Sydney. The company retains its status as a Major Partner of Vivid Sydney in Australia, bringing to life its interactive Sky Portal Studio activation.

The company is also running a broader community film project until 10 June.

Shoot on any Galaxy device, submit your content through sydneywithgalaxy.com, and you’re entered to win a prize pack worth over $3,200, including a Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy Buds4, and a 32-inch The Frame TV.

Sky Portal Studio opened Friday at First Fleet Park in The Rocks, a three-portal walk-through installation built specifically around the camera system of the Galaxy S26 Ultra.

It runs until June 13, free entry, lights on from 6 pm to 11 pm every night. Samsung is a Major Partner of the festival, and this activation is the centerpiece of that deal.

The first portal, Defy Gravity, plants you in front of a colorful LED backdrop and lets you spin a wheel for visual effects. The S26 Ultra’s gyroscope and accelerometer work together through a feature called Horizontal Lock.

Portal two, Unleash Your Creativity, hands control to Photo Assist. You can swap outfits, drop in new locations, resize objects, or pull them out entirely.

The third portal runs on Palm Selfie. Wave your hand; the camera app captures the moment even without screen tapping, timer countdown, or awkward fumbling.

After the portals, a Creative Studio lets people refine what they shot before they leave.

Eric Chou, Vice President of Mobile eXperience at Samsung Australia said: “We’re excited to be back at Vivid Sydney. It’s the intersection of art and technology where Samsung truly comes alive, and this year’s actiavation exemplifies that. The Sky Portal Studio is an unmissable installation that invites every visitor to view the world differently, and to capture their vision through the lens of Galaxy S26 Ultra.”

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Deal | Stranded Deep is an open-world survival game in which you must survive by gathering resources and crafting various tools. But danger lurks everywhere, and you’ll need to be prepared for any situation.

RPG Maker U2U is announced with "Perspective 2D" maps, maintaining the simplicity of top-down 2D RPG design with modern flair inspired by "HD 2D" titles like Octopath Traveler. 2D assets from previous RPG Makers can still be used for these maps, and the game ships with 100 "ready-to-use" P2D maps as well.

As promised, Oppo today launched the Find X9s and Find X9 Ultra in India, with the latter becoming Oppo's first Ultra smartphone to launch in the country. The Oppo Find X9 Ultra comes in a lone 12GB/512GB configuration, priced at INR169,999. In comparison, the vivo X300 Ultra, launched in India earlier this month, is available in a 16GB/512GB configuration for INR159,999. [#InlinePriceWidget,14388,1#] The Find X9 Ultra will be available in Tundra Umber and Canyon Orange colors in India starting May 28 via Oppo's Indian website, Amazon.in, Flipkart, and mainline retail...

Samsung has released the One UI 8.5 stable update for the Galaxy Tab S11 and Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra, making them the first tablets to be upgraded to stable One UI 8.5. [#InlinePriceWidget,14057,1#] The One UI 8.5 stable update for the Galaxy Tab S11 comes with firmware version X736NKOU5BZE3, while the update for the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra has firmware version X936NKOU5BZE3. [#InlinePriceWidget,14058,1#] The One UI 8.5 stable update for both tablets is currently rolling out in South Korea, but the rollout should expand to other markets soon. Samsung Galaxy Tab S11...

At I/O 2026, Google introduced AI smart glasses built with Samsung and styled in partnership with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster. The first Samsung Intelligent Eyewear is predicted to reach 2 million sales in a new report.

Smart Analytics Global forecasts AI smart glasses shipments will clear 15 million units globally in 2026, up 85% year on year. Audio models will carry almost all of that volume, around 91% of total shipments.

SAG expects the Samsung Intelligent Eyewear to ship over 2 million units in 2026, which would hand it roughly 18% market share and the number two spot, behind Meta and ahead of Chinese players like Rokid, Xiaomi, and Huawei.

Warby Parker brings physical retail density across North America, prescription capability and the kind of optician credibility that Samsung and Google couldn’t fake if they tried. Gentle Monster brings something harder to manufacture: cool.

Meta isn’t panicking yet. It’s got Ray-Ban brand recognition, early-mover advantage and a growing AI assistant that consumers have started to trust.

However, Google’s entry reshapes the math: Gemini integration, Samsung’s device manufacturing experience, two very different but precisely chosen eyewear partners.

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Deal | The MSI Vector 16 HX AI gaming laptop has become one of the best value 1440p gaming laptops on the market. This is due to the laptop being sold at a nice discount at Walmart. The notebook packs an RTX 5070 Ti laptop GPU, a Core Ultra 7 255HX CPU, and a 144 Hz display.

Microsoft released mitigation steps for YellowKey (CVE-2026-45585), a BitLocker bypass that grants physical attackers access to encrypted Windows drives.

The Ugreen Mac mini Thunderbolt 5 dock has been launched in China. It features a wide range of ports and has an M.2 slot that can hold an 8TB SSD. The launch price in China is CNY 1,555, around $228.

The recent Google I/O AI Search showcase implied that links would be phased out entirely in favor of AI Mode—a move that would be apocalyptic for the open web as we know it. Google has responded.