The competitive world of flagship smartphones is heating up again, with Chinese brands bringing a new wave of premium devices. Two of the latest models to hit the market are the Oppo Find X9 Pro and OnePlus 15. While the former is a high end smartphone with cutting edge cameras, the latter focuses on performance. So both serve a different purpose despite being the latest gen flagships. So here’s a quick comparison from display and design to hardware performance and camera systems to help you decide which model fits your priorities.

Display & Design

These are both top of the line smartphones from Oppo and OnePlus, so you get a premium build quality that uses metal and glass, along with high end IP rating for water and dust resistance, and uniform bezels. So picking between the designs is based on personal preference. However, the display on the front immediately showcases the different focus of the two smartphones.

The Find X9 Pro sports a 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a 2780×1264 resolution, 3840Hz PWM dimming, Dolby Vision, a 120Hz refresh rate, and up to 3600 nits of peak brightness. Meanwhile, the OnePlus 15 has a similar 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED panel with a 1.5K resolution as well. However, it bumps up the max refresh rate to 165Hz, which appeals to mobile gaming enthusiasts.

Hardware & Performance

Under the hood, these phones take different paths once again. The Find X9 Pro is equipped with MediaTek’s latest and greatest Dimensity 9500. On the other hand, the OnePlus 15 gets Qualcomm’s flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC. Both models offer up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of internal storage. You can expect high end performance on both models, from everyday use to intense tasks like gaming.

However, the OnePlus 15 was clearly built to double as a great gaming phone as well. A gigantic 7,500mAh battery pack powers the Find X9 Pro, which supports 80W wired fast charging and 50W wireless fast charging. While OnePlus’ latest flagship has a slightly smaller 7,300mAh cell, it makes up for this with a faster 120W wired fast charging and 50W wireless fast charging support.

Camera

Photography is another area where each device offers distinct priorities. Oppo’s Find X9 Pro places a big focus on offering a flagship grade camera experience. It features Sony’s new 50MP LYT828 primary sensor (1/1.28″, OIS, f/1.5), 200MP Samsung HP5 periscope telephoto shooter (1/4″, OIS, f/2.1), and 50MP ultra wide angle lens on the rear. For selfies and video calls, there is a 50MP Samsung ISOCELL JN5 camera on the front. Just like before, the cameras are also tuned by Hasselblad.

Last year, the OnePlus 13 was a bit similar to the Find X8 Pro. But now, the OnePlus 15 has made some downgrades to its camera system. The 1.4-inch main camera is now a smaller 50MP Sony 1/1.56-inch primary sensor (OIS, f/1.8), which is coupled with a 50MP ultra wide angle lens, and a 50MP periscope telephoto shooter with a 3.5x optical zoom. Gone is the Hasselblad tuning, being replaced by Oppo’s LUMO Condensed Light Imaging. While it would be wrong to call the camera worse outright, photography is clearly not a major focus anymore.

Pricing and Final Thoughts

Taking all of this into account, it isn’t surprising that Oppo’s Find X9 Pro has a higher starting price tag of 5,299 Yuan, which is roughly around 746 US Dollars, for the 12GB + 256GB configuration. In comparison, the OnePlus 15 is a lot more affordable with a 3,999 yuan starting price (roughly 561 US Dollars) for the same storage option.

So in choosing between the OPPO Find X9 Pro and the OnePlus 15, your decision comes down to what you value most. If you’re after absolute photography capability and long battery life, the Find X9 Pro emerges as a strong pick. On the flip side, if you prioritise raw performance, relatively affordable pricing, ultra-fluid display and a chipset built for gaming or heavy tasks, the OnePlus 15 may be the smarter choice.

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As we near the end of 2025, Nothing has one more smartphone for its fans. The mid range Nothing Phone a series has been quite popular in the market, so the brand decided to release another model from the Phone (3a) lineup. But the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is its most affordable device yet, with a focus on delivering capable specs at the cost of some flashy new design element.

Design & Display

This is the first Nothing smartphone ever to be released with no eye-catching flair. While it stays true to the brand’s DNA that involves a transparent glass rear panel and the industrial layout underneath, it doesn’t feature the Glyph interface like the rest of the Phone (3a) series. Gone are the LEDs, bringing a clean and minimalistic aesthetic.

The only two aspects that do light up is the red square to signify recording and a tiny Glyph light on the bottom right corner. You also get an IP54 rating for water and dust resistance, a metallic frame, and Panda Glass for protection. At first glance, you might think that the grooves underneath the panel are for a replaceable battery, but that’s not actually the case.

On the front, Nothing Phone (3a) Lite sports a tall 6.77-inch AMOLED display with an FHD+ resolution, a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, 480Hz touch sampling rate, HDR10+, 2160Hz PWM Dimming, up to 3000 nits of peak brightness, and Panda glass for protection.

Hardware

Under the hood, the company looks to MediaTek again for its affordable Dimensity 7300 Pro SoC, which is a slightly faster version of the chip that powered the older Nothing Phone (2a) model. The processor is paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. Users can even expand storage by up to 2TB via a microSD card slot.

A sizeable 5,000mAh battery pack powers this model, with support for 33W wired fast charging. For photography, the rear has a triple camera setup that consists of a 50MP Samsung primary sensor (1/1.57-inch, EIS, f/1.88), an 8MP ultra wide angle lens (EIS, f/2.2), and a 2MP macro shooter (EIS, f/2.4). Meanwhile, the front houses a 16MP shooter for selfies and video calls.

Other notable features include an in-display fingerprint scanner, an 8.3mm body that weighs 199 grams, Bluetooth 5.3, WiFi 6, a hybrid Dual SIM slot, and Android 15 OS based Nothing OS 3.5 custom skin out of the box. Since its also a part of Nothing’s latest smartphones, it features the Essential Key as well, which brings access to Essential Space. This allows users to press the dedicated button to save voice notes, go through their saved items, and much more.

Pricing and Availability

The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite was just announced in the global market, namely the UK and Europe. It has a starting price tag of 249 Euros for the 8GB + 128GB model, while the 8GB + 256GB option costs 279 Euros. While the available details for other regions are still unknown, Nothing will release this budget model in markets like India soon. This model will be available for purchase in two color options, namely White and Black. While you don’t get a charging brick with this model either, Nothing has included a transparent protective case in the box.

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Motorola is gearing up to launch its latest mid-range contender in India. The Moto G67 Power just had its release date confirmed for next month, with the early teasers revealing a massive battery pack and solid specs. So here’s everything you need to know.

Moto G67 Power Drops on November 5

The brand has just confirmed that it is expanding its Moto G Power series of smartphones with the Moto G67 Power on 5th November 2025. So while we’re just a week away from its release, Motorola has also revealed plenty of key specs and features of this smartphone. The Power series is known for its huge battery packs, and the Moto G67 Power doesn’t disappoint either, with a massive 7,000mAh silicon carbon cell. Motorola is promising up to 58 hours of use on a single full charge.

For optics, the rear has a 50MP Sony LYT600 main camera that is paired with an 8MP ultra wide angle lens. Meanwhile, the front houses a 32MP shooter for selfies and video calls. On the front, the Moto G67 Power sports a tall 6.7-inch display with an FHD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and Corning’s Gorilla Glass 7i for protection. The company is bringing back vegan leather materials for this model, along with the MIL-810H military grade certification.

It will launch in 3 Pantone certified colors, which include Pantone Cilantro, Pantone Blue Curacao, and Pantone Parachute. Other notable features include Android 15 OS out of the box, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage. Motorola’s next big battery phone will be launched next week via the brand’s official website, Flipkart, and offline stores.

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OPPO has officially launched ColorOS 16, the latest iteration of its Android skin, marking a major leap in design, intelligence and device-connectivity. Built on Android 16, this update introduces smoother animations, stronger AI features, improved cross-device workflows and enhanced privacy. The global announcement arrives alongside the brand’s flagship Find X9 and Find X9 Pro. With the roll out set to begin in November 2025 and spanning into early 2026, here’s what the new OS brings and which OPPO devices are first in line.

A Fresh Visual & Performance Experience

ColorOS 16 is designed to feel both faster and more refined than its predecessors. At the heart of the update lies a revamped animation system. OPPO is offering seamless animations that are powered by the new Luminous Rendering Engine and Trinity Engine. These components work together to render visual elements more efficiently and reduce lag across apps and transitions.

The goal is to make launching apps feel faster, scrolling smoother, and the interface more fluid overall. OPPO claims double-digit improvements in animation speed and touch responsiveness. Meanwhile, visually the UI takes cues from nature, with elements like light, shadow and motion influencing the design, adding immersive touches like motion wallpapers and full-screen always-on displays.

Smarter Features & Deeper Connectivity

Beyond aesthetics and motion, ColorOS 16 introduces meaningful upgrades in intelligence and ecosystem integration. One major focus is on Artificial Intelligence, bringing various AI driven editing tools like AI Portrait Glow, AI Eraser, and Master Cut video editing. All of this gives users one-tap ways to enhance photos and footage.

ColorOS 16 arrives with Oppo AI integration that features tools like AI Mind Space, AI Mind Assistant, and Smart Collections. The system also integrates Google’s Gemini, with Gemini Live allowing for real time interaction with Google’s multimodal assistant. So it can understand and read contextual information available on-screen. On the connectivity front, O+ Connect and improved multi-device workflows allow you to share files, mirror apps and link your phone with Mac and Windows PCs seamlessly. This allows for improved cross platform connectivity.

Additionally, privacy and system security are also getting an upgrade with more granular controls and background optimization. This system includes Oppo Lock for advanced data protection (Call to Lock, Dual Verification, & more) that can secure your device’s data if it gets lost, and Private Computing Cloud that makes sure your private data is processed with Oppos Private Cloud to remain secure.

Roll Out Timeline & Eligible Devices

Oppo has also confirmed the official global release timeline of its Android 16 OS based ColorOS 16 custom skin. This update will be arriving for both its smartphones and tablets, with the first stage starting in November 2025. So here are all of the devices that are eligible for this model:

November 2025

• Oppo Find N5
• Oppo Find N3
• Oppo Find N3 Flip
• Oppo Find X8 Pro
• Oppo Find X8
• Oppo Reno 14
• Oppo Reno 14 Pro
• Oppo Reno 14 Diwali Edition
• Oppo Reno 14 F
• Oppo Reno 13
• Oppo Reno 13 Pro
• Oppo Reno 13 F
• Oppo Pad 3 Pro

December 2025

• Oppo Find N2 Flip
• Oppo Reno 13 F 4G
• Oppo K13
• Oppo K13 Turbo
• Oppo K13 Turbo Pro

Q1 2026

• Oppo Find X5 Pro
• Oppo Reno 12
• Oppo Reno 12 Pro
• Oppo Reno 12 F
• Oppo Reno 12 FS
• Oppo Reno 12 F Harry Potter Edition
• Oppo Reno 12 F 5G
• Oppo Reno 12 FS 4G
• Oppo Reno 11
• Oppo Reno 11 Pro
• Oppo Reno 11 F
• Oppo Reno 11 FS
• Oppo Reno 10 Pro+
• Oppo F31
• Oppo F31 Pro
• Oppo F31 Pro+
• Oppo F29 Pro
• Oppo F29 Pro+
• Oppo K13
• Oppo K13x
• Oppo K12x
• Oppo Pad 3
• Oppo Pad 2
• Oppo Pad SE

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OPPO has just introduced the Enco X3s, a new pair of true wireless earbuds that aim to deliver premium audio features without the premium price tag. These affordable pair of TWS earbuds arrive alongside the brand’s latest flagships, the Find X9 and Find X9 Pro. So here’s what we know.

OPPO Enco X3s: What does it offer?

The Chinese brand just unveiled its latest budget TWS earbuds with some features that are often found in premium models. Oppo’s Enco X3s arrives with an in-ear design with a dual driver system with 6mm flat diaphragm high-frequency unit and an 11mm composite diaphragm woofer that promises high end audio and punchy bass. These hearables connect via Bluetooth 5.4 with support for LHDC 5.0, AAC, and SBC audio codecs.

Oppo has equipped the Oppo Enco X3s with a triple microphone setup for AI clear calls, with the earbuds also support AI Translate (only available with an Oppo smartphone). You also get up to 55 decibels for Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). On a single full charge, these earbuds can last for up to 11 hours with ANC disabled and 45 hours when paired with the charging case. Turning on ANC lowers the playback of the Enco X3s by 6 hours.

Other notable features include the HeyMelody app support, IP55 rating for water and dust resistance, DynAudio tuning for improved sound quality, and spatial audio support. Oppo has just announced the Enco X3s in the global market for 129 Euros, which is around 150 US Dollars. The company will be rolling out these earbuds in other markets outside of Europe soon.

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In the world of smartphones, the line between “affordable flagship” and “true flagship” continues to blur. With the arrival of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, buyers now have two powerhouse options from the Xiaomi ecosystem. While both offer cutting edge hardware, the K90 Pro Max delivers near flagship hardware at a more accessible price point. Considering some of their specs are also identical, what’s the difference between the budget flagship and the brand’s true flagship?

Design & Display

The Chinese tech giant’s two new Pro Max models feature a very similar design language, with flat rear and front, a metallic frame on the side, and rounded corners. However, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max’s unique secondary cover display on the back is a key highlight. This tiny 2.9-inch panel can not only display crucial information like date, time, and notifications, but it also doubles as a camera viewfinder, showcases live statuses (active tasks like cabs, music playback, others), features virtual pets, and much more.

On the front, Xiaomi equips both the Redmi K90 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max with the same 6.9-inch 2K OLED flat M10 LTPO panel with a 120Hz refresh rate, 3500 nits of peak brightness, DC dimming, and Xiaomi’s Dragon Crystal Glass for protection. So, apart from the cover screen, the visual experience is basically the same.

Hardware

Another major aspect that remains unchanged between the two devices is the Qualcomm chip under the hood. The brand offers the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, built on a 3nm process and designed for high performance. This flagship chip is paired with up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of internal storage.

A massive 7,500mAh battery pack powers the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max barely edges ahead with a 7,560mAh cell. The duo supports 100W wired fast charging, 50W wireless fast charging, and 22.5W reverse wired charging (22.5W reverse wireless charging support on the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max).

While Xiaomi’s top of the line smartphone gets a dual display setup, Redmi’s premium smartphone also gets a unique feature on the rear. Alongside its camera lenses, there is a dedicated woofer with ‘Sound by Bose’, which is a part of the 2.1 stereo sound field that includes the dual speakers.

Photography

Just like how the Redmi K90 Pro Max borrows the display from the 17 Pro Max, the K90 Pro Max borrows its main camera from another Xiaomi 17 series model. It arrives with a 50MP 1/1.31″ Light Fusion 950 sensor with OIS that is also found on the standard Xiaomi 17. This is paired with a 50MP ultra wide angle lens and a 50MP 5x periscope telephoto shooter (a first for the brand). For selfies and video calls, the front houses a 20MP camera.

On the other hand, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max packs a larger 50MP Light Hunter 950L main sensor (1/1.28″), 50MP ultra wide angle lens, and 50MP periscope telephoto shooter with 5x zoom. There is also a 50MP shooter for selfies and video calls. Apart from better hardware, this model also brings Xiaomi’s collaboration with Leica.

Pricing & Final Thoughts

Lastly, let’s talk about the pricing. Xiaomi sells the 17 Pro Max with a starting price tag of 5,999 Yuan (roughly 841 US Dollars) for the 12GB + 512GB starting option. Meanwhile, the 12GB + 256GB base variant of the Redmi K90 Pro Max costs 3,999 Yuan (roughly 561 US Dollars). The higher 12GB + 512GB option costs 4,499 Yuan. So choosing between the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max comes down to what you prioritize most.

If you’re looking for high-end performance, a large battery, and a strong all-around phone at a better value, the K90 Pro Max stands out as a very compelling option. But if you want every premium feature, a richer camera system, a secondary display and the absolute top tier of flagship finishing, the 17 Pro Max delivers that.

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Nothing has one more trick up its sleeve before this year ends. While the CEO previously claimed that the Phone (3) series is complete, the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite model was later confirmed, with its launch being right around the corner. But just a day ahead of its debut, the cheapest Nothing phone had its price, storage, and more details leaked. So here’s what we know.

Nothing Phone (3a) Lite Price & Storage Leaked

The latest rumor arrives from known tipster Paras Guglani, who shared the details on X (formerly Twitter). PassionateGeekz, as he’s known on X, claims that the Phone (3a) Lite 5G will debut with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. It is unclear if there are higher configurations planned, although this might likely be the case. Nothing will reportedly launch the Phone (3a) Lite in two color options, including Black and White.

In the Indian market, this device will target the budget segment thanks to its 18,999 INR price tag. Apparently, the India launch will arrive a short while after the 29th October 2025 global announcement. Meanwhile, first sales are expected to kick off on 4th November 2025. Apart from this, not a lot of details are available regarding this phone, so stick around for more.

This Next Part is a Secret

I’ve already seen the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite, and let’s say I can’t reveal a lot of details at this moment. However, I am at liberty to say that the brand will release the Phone (3a) Lite in the Indian market in an exclusive color option. Once again, I can’t reveal the color, but there’s a clue in this article already.

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We finally have the first official glimpse of the long rumored Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold. This device has surfaced in various leaks and rumors, and now, the brand has officially offered a preview that showcases its massive screen real estate. So let’s check it out.

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Preview

During the K-Tech Showcase, the South Korean tech giant had the tri folding phone showcased behind glass, mounting it as a showpiece. This was the real deal, but there were no teaser videos or render images shared during this event. But Samsung wasn’t too keen on revealing everything just yet, as journalists and other attendees weren’t allowed to hold the phone or use it, which is typical in a tech event.

Furthermore, we can only see the two Galaxy Z TriFold from the front. One is completely folded and appears like a regular smartphone, but the other is completely unfurled to show off the massive display size. While the Galaxy Z Fold 7 impressed with its super thin design, Samsung’s first dual hinge smartphone will likely be bulky. Based on what we know so far, the premium foldable will sport a 6.49-inch cover display, while the fully unfolded main screen could reach nearly 10 inches (9.96″).

It is expected to be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, with support for NFC, wireless charging, and reverse wireless charging. Samsung is reportedly planning on manufacturing only around 50,000 units of the Galaxy Z TriFold, with its launch being right around the corner. This is all the information we have at the moment, so stick around for more.

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