Honor has a couple of new smartphones lined up for China. While it has the Honor Power 2 with a 10,000mAh battery scheduled for a Q1 2026 launch, the brand is expected to unveil the Honor 500 series and GT 2 lineup before the end of this year. A fresh leak that has emerged today has revealed key details about the GT 2 series.

Honor GT 2 series chipset, key details tipped

According to tipster Digital Chat Station, the Honor GT 2 and GT 2 Pro will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite and 8 Elite Gen 5 chipsets, respectively. With this, he has debunked previous claims that the GT 2 would feature the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 SoC.

Coming to the Honor GT 2 series’ display, a recent leak by tipster Smart Pikachu revealed that both phones will feature a 6.83-inch flat OLED panel that supports a 1.5K resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate, similar to the recently unveiled OnePlus Ace 6.

According to DCS’ latest leak, the Honor GT 2 series is also said to feature a 50-megapixel primary camera with a large sensor, an ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensor, a large battery, a metal middle frame, and a fully water-resistant body, which suggests that it may arrive with an IP68/69 rating. The GT 2 duo is expected to run on MagicOS 10 based on Android 16.

In the comments section of the Weibo post, the tipster mentioned that an upcoming Honor phone has a 9,000mAh battery. However, it is unclear whether the tipster was referring to the GT 2 or the GT 2 Pro. As per other leaks, the GT 2 may pack a 9,000mAh (8,800mAh rated value) battery, and both phones may support 100W charging.

Honor GT 2 series launch timeframe

As mentioned above, the tipster revealed that the Honor GT 2 series is tentatively scheduled to debut in December in China. However, there is no information yet on whether these devices will be released globally. As far as the Honor 500 series is concerned, it is expected to go official in November in China.

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Earlier this month, the Poco F8 Ultra surfaced in the database of Thailand’s NBTC certification platform. At that time, the rumour mill speculated that the F8 Ultra may launch much earlier than its predecessor. In a new development, the Poco F8 Pro has bagged approval from the same certification. At the same time, both devices along with the Xiaomi 17 and Redmi Note 15 (4G) have also received certification from the IMDA certification platform in Singapore.

Multiple Xiaomi phones bag IMDA certification

As can be seen above, a couple of new phones from Poco, Xiaomi, and Redmi have received approval from the IMDA authority. These include the Xiaomi 17’s global version with model number 25113PN0EG, the Redmi Note 15 (4G) with model number 2510DRA23E, and the two Poco phones with model numbers 2510DPC44G and 25102PCBEG.

The 25102PCBEG device is the Poco F8 Ultra, whereas the 2510DPC44G phone is the Poco F8 Pro, which has also surfaced in Thailand’s NBTC certification. With multiple certifications under their belt, it appears that the F8 series may launch globally before the end of this year.

Poco F8 series

The Poco F8 Ultra and F8 Pro are expected to be rebranded versions of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and Redmi K90, respectively, which recently debuted in China. While the F8 Ultra is expected to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, the F8 Pro may arrive with the Snapdragon 8 Elite onboard.

Redmi Note 15 (4G)

While the base Note 15 (4G) has been approved by IMDA, its Pro version bearing the model number 25100RA69G has already been certified by the same certification platform earlier this month. There are no concrete details about the chipsets that will power these models.

Xiaomi 17

The Xiaomi 17 with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 is the company’s most powerful flagship for this year. The lineup also includes the Xiaomi 17 Pro and Pro Max, but rumours say that these models may not be released in markets outside of China.

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Before the end of this year, OnePlus may unveil the OnePlus Ace 6 Turbo as the world’s first Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 phone. Next year, the brand is expected to launch the OnePlus 15T as one of its first major phones of 2026. Like the previous generation OnePlus 13T (review), the upcoming 15T will be a compact flagship. So far, the rumour mill has already leaked a few details about the device. Now, a leak by tipster Digital Chat Station has reiterated some of its key specifications.

OnePlus 15T key specifications (rumored)

According to the tipster, the OnePlus 15T will feature a 6.31-inch OLED screen that offers a 1.5K resolution. It will be a flat display surrounded by equal-sized bezels on all four sides. For security, it will have an ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensor.

Under the hood, the OnePlus 15T will feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, which also powers the OnePlus 15. The tipster claimed that the battery size of the OnePlus 15T has not been finalized yet. However, he revealed that the engineering prototype currently under testing shows model numbers starting with “7,” indicating that it may pack a battery of around 7,000mAh capacity. He added that the phone will have an IP68-rated build.

As far as the launch is concerned, the tipster claimed that the OnePlus 15T will be announced in the first half of 2026. The tipster did not mention anything about the 15T’s camera specifications, but reports have already suggested that it will include an ultra-wide lens, which was missing in the previous generation. Hopefully, upcoming reports will reveal more details about the compact flagship.

OnePlus is not the only brand gearing up to launch a compact flagship next year. The 15T is expected to face competition from the likes of the Honor Magic 8 Mini, iQOO 15 Mini, and Oppo Find X9s, which are also expected to launch in 1H26.

The OnePlus 15T may get rebranded as the OnePlus 15s in India.

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Oppo is reportedly working on its next-generation foldable phone, the Oppo Find N6. Last year, the Find N5 debuted as the first-ever foldable phone powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. It is speculated that the Find N6, which is expected to launch by early 2026, will be the world’s first Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 foldable.

Oppo Find N6 key specifications (rumoured)

As per the leak, the Oppo Find N6 will have a 6.6-inch screen on the outside and an 8.1-inch foldable screen on the inside. While the device is said to be thinner and lighter than before, it is expected to pack a 6,000mAh+ battery.

The rear camera setup is said to be headlined by a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-808 main camera, which has a 1/1.4-inch sensor size. It will be joined by an ultra-wide lens (not mentioned in the leak), a thin periscope lens with 3x optical zoom support, and a multispectral sensor.

Like the Find X9 series, the Find N6 is expected to ship with Android 16 and ColorOS 16 preinstalled. It will have other specs such as the Plus key, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and wireless charging support. While the exact IP rating is not mentioned, it is said to offer full-level water resistance. This appears to be the same as the Find N5’s IPX8/9 rating. A previous leak claimed that the device will have a titanium build.

The tipster did not mention the Oppo Find N6’s launch timeframe. Likely, it will break cover in the first quarter of 2026.

Oppo hasn’t launched a flip phone since the Find N3 Flip, which was announced back in 2023. Next year, the brand is also expected to unveil the Find N6 Flip. However, there is no information about its launch timeframe.

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Qualcomm recently unveiled its flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, which powers several newly launched premium smartphones. Now, the company appears to be preparing for the arrival of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, the next-generation processor in its high-end lineup. Ahead of its official debut, reliable tipster Digital Chat Station has shared a detailed preview of the chip’s technical specifications and benchmark results.

Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 key specifications leaked

According to the leak, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 is built on TSMC’s advanced N3P process and features Qualcomm’s custom Oryon CPU architecture. The configuration includes two ultra cores clocked at 3.8GHz and six performance cores running at 3.32GHz, offering a strong balance of speed and efficiency.

For graphics, it features the Adreno 840 GPU, based on the same IP as the Snapdragon 8 Elite’s GPU but with slightly scaled-down performance and a 1.2GHz frequency.

In early benchmark tests, the chipset reportedly achieved over 3.3 million points on AnTuTu and scored around 3,000 (single-core) and 10,000 (multi-core) on Geekbench 6. On the Aztec 1440p benchmark, it managed close to 100 frames per second, highlighting impressive graphical power for high-end gaming.

Performance-wise, the CPU output is said to be comparable to the Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the GPU performance is slightly lower. However, the N3P fabrication process is expected to deliver improved thermal management and energy efficiency, suggesting that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 will offer smoother performance and better stability despite its smaller scale design.

Reports suggest that the OnePlus Ace 6 Turbo, Vivo S50 Pro Mini, and Honor GT 2, which are expected to debut in November-December period, will be the first phones to feature it.

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Vivo is expected to unveil the Vivo S50 and S50 Pro Mini smartphones in November in China. Earlier leaks suggested that the S50 Pro Mini would come equipped with the Dimensity 9400 Plus chipset. However, a new leak from a reliable source indicates that the upcoming device will instead be powered by a Snapdragon 8-series chipset, revealing several additional details about the compact flagship as well.

Vivo S50 Pro Mini key details leaked

The Vivo S50 Pro Mini is said to feature a 6.3-inch flat display, confirming that it will continue the compact design language of the S30 Pro Mini. Reports indicate the screen will offer 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth visuals.

According to the latest leak, the phone will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, replacing the previously rumoured Dimensity 9400 Plus. While Qualcomm has yet to launch this processor officially, early details reveal that it is based on a 3nm process, featuring a 3.8GHz prime core, 3.32GHz performance cores, and a next-generation Adreno GPU.

It is also reported that the OnePlus Ace 6 Turbo will be the first smartphone in China to debut with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, which suggests that the S50 Pro Mini could launch shortly after it.

The leak further claims that the S50 Pro Mini will feature a larger battery than the Vivo X300’s 6,040mAh unit. On the camera front, it is expected to offer a triple-camera setup that includes a periscope telephoto lens. Additionally, earlier leaks have mentioned a 50-megapixel front camera for selfies.

Vivo X300 FE rebranding

Rumours suggest that the Vivo X300 FE, which is expected to launch in global markets, could be a rebranded version of the China-exclusive Vivo S50 Pro Mini. Early reports indicate that the global variant may debut in the first quarter of 2026.

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Huawei is expected to unveil the Mate 80 series of smartphones in November in China. Speculations are rife that the brand also plans to launch the Huawei Mate X7 foldable phone in the same month, probably alongside the Mate 80 lineup. Today, reliable tipster Digital Chat Station leaked the key specifications of the company’s upcoming foldable phone.

Huawei Mate X7 key details leaked

According to the tipster, the Huawei Mate X7, which has the codename Delphi, is tentatively scheduled to launch in November. The engineering prototype of the device is said to be equipped with a 7.95-inch foldable display with around 2K resolution, which combines Colour-on-Encapsulation (COE) technology for vivid visuals, LTPO for adaptive refresh rates that improve power efficiency, and Ultra-Thin Glass (UTG) for enhanced durability and a smoother folding experience.

Under the hood, the Huawei Mate X7 is expected to feature the new Kirin 9030 chipset. Rumors suggest that the Mate 80 Pro models will also be equipped with the same SoC.

The tipster added that the Mate X7 will offer a larger battery, enhanced camera system, and an even lighter, thinner design. As per other reports, the device may house a battery of around 5,500mAh capacity. The new leak also states that the device will come in five shades, namely Obsidian Black, Phantom Purple, Cosmic Red, Cloud Blue, and Cloud White.

In July, the tipster claimed that Huawei is testing two different camera sensors for the Mate X7. There’s one with a 50-megapixel 1/1.56-inch sensor and another with a slightly larger 1/1.3-inch sensor. Both are said to support a physical variable aperture. It is also said to feature a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with macro capabilities and a multispectral sensor to improve overall image quality.

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Meizu unveiled the Meizu 22, a compact flagship phone powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip, in September this year in China. At that time, it was introduced in black, white, and pink shades. In recent weeks, several flagship smartphones have arrived in the Chinese market, prompting Meizu to introduce a refreshed version of its compact flagship with a new colour option to stay competitive.

Meizu 22 now comes in a new “Moon White Sky Blue” shade

Meizu has officially announced the return of its most celebrated color, “Moon White Sky Blue”, with the Meizu 22. This new variant features a smooth ceramic-finish back cover inspired by the elegance of traditional Chinese celadon craftsmanship.

The design integrates a 0.8mm symmetrical “pure white” flat panel and a 6.3-inch frame that offers a refined and balanced in-hand experience.

According to Meizu, the new color variant symbolizes the brand’s commitment to combining modern design with oriental aesthetics. The new variant has a starting price of 2,999 Yuan (~$420) and will go on sale in China starting Oct. 30.

Alongside this, Meizu also introduced a special “Return Voyage: China Flagship Edition”, developed in collaboration with the China State Shipbuilding Corporation’s 714 Research Institute. This edition features design motifs inspired by naval vessels and aircraft, along with a customised UI and collectible accessories.

Meizu 22 specifications

The Meizu 22 is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor and features a 6.3-inch 1.5K display with adaptive 1–120Hz refresh rate. It includes a triple 50-megapixel rear camera setup covering wide, telephoto, and ultra-wide lenses, as well as a 50-megapixel front camera.

The phone packs a 5,510mAh battery with 80W wired and 66W wireless charging support. Other highlights include ultrasonic fingerprint scanning, an X-axis linear motor, an IR blaster, and IP66/68-rated dust and water resistance.

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