Next month, Realme will launch its flagship GT 8 Pro in global markets. The GT 8 Pro was already announced in China alongside the vanilla GT 8, but it seems the Pro will be the only one to go global.
In addition to the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, Realme GT 8 Pro comes with a 7,000mAh battery and a 6.79-inch LTPO AMOLED display (QHD+ 144Hz). With a 50MP primary camera, a 200MP periscope (3x optical zoom), and a 50MP ultrawide lens, this is the first Realme phone with a Ricoh-tuned camera system.
There is also a modular camera island bezel with user-replaceable modules and IP66, IP68, and IP69 ingress protection. Whether the international version will have the same specs as the Chinese version remains to be seen.
The Realme GT 8 Pro global launch will be announced as soon as more details are available.
Reliance Jio has joined forces with Google to announce a game-changing offer for India’s younger generation. Starting October 30, 2025, eligible Jio users aged 18–25 can enjoy complimentary access to the Google Gemini AI Pro Plan for a massive 18 months. This exclusive deal, valued at over ₹35,000, unlocks some of Google’s most advanced AI capabilities at zero cost.
Who Can Avail the Gemini AI Pro Offer?
Jio users are currently between 18 and 25 years old
Customers subscribed to Jio’s Unlimited 5G plans of ₹349 or above (applies to both prepaid and postpaid users)
To activate the offer, eligible users should open the MyJio App and tap the “Claim Now” banner on the homepage. The rollout will target youngsters first, with plans to include all users countrywide later.
Gemini AI Pro Plan Highlights
Gemini 2.5 Pro Access: Enjoy top-tier features from Google’s latest AI, enabling more intelligent reasoning, creative tasks, and advanced coding support.
Massive Cloud Storage: Benefit from 2 TB shared storage across Google Photos, Drive, and Gmail—perfect for storing personal files, academics, or even WhatsApp backups (for Android users).
Next-Level AI Media Creation: Tap into leading-edge tools for video and image generation, powered by models such as Veo 3.1 and Nano Banana, with future support for Flow and Whisk.
Seamless Google Workspace Productivity: Experience AI integration directly in Gmail, Docs, Vids, and more for easier drafting, smart summaries, and content creation on the go.
Monthly AI Credits: Receive 1,000 free AI credits every month for intensive computing tasks and premium features.
Empowering Digital Natives. This Jio-Google collaboration aims to put cutting-edge artificial intelligence and superior cloud services in the hands of India’s digitally savvy youth—students, researchers, and young professionals. The move follows similar partnerships, such as Airtel’s with Perplexity, showing that India’s telecom giants are betting big on next-gen tech for the nation’s future.
If you’re a young Jio user, grab this opportunity through the MyJio App and supercharge your digital life with Google Gemini AI Pro for the next 18 months—absolutely free!
iQOO has unveiled the Neo11 in China as promised. iQOO’s self-developed Q2 gaming chip powers the phone, while the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC powers it.
iQOO Neo11:
The new iQOO Neo10 Pro+ features a 6.82-inch 2K OLED BOE Q10+ LTPO panel with a 144Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support. The Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC powers it coupled with 12GB/16GB RAM and 256GB/512GB storage options. The iQOO Neo11 measures 8.05mm thick and weighs 210g. iQOO’s self-developed Q2 chip could power these devices. Compared with its predecessor, the iQOO Neo11 boasts a heat-dissipation area of up to 8000 mm2, the same as the iQOO 15.
The new iQOO Neo11 features dual rear cameras: a 50MP Sony LTY-700V primary sensor and an 8MP ultra-wide camera. The device also features a 16MP selfie shooter with an f/2.46 aperture. The iQOO Neo11 also features a 3D Ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner.
The connectivity option includes Dual SIM with Dual 4G LTE and 5G, A-GPS, and GLONASS. Further, the device comes with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, a USB-C port, and a 3.5 mm audio jack. The new iQOO Neo11 packs a 7500 mAh battery with support for 100W Super Flash Charge. It runs on Android 16 with OriginOS 6.0 on top.
Pricing:
iQOO Neo11 comes in Buff Blue, Star White, and Fighting Black. iQOO Neo11 with 12GB/256GB costs 2599 Yuan (Rs.32,500/-), 12GB/512GB at 2999 Yuan (Rs.37,200/-), 16GB/256GB at 2899 Yuan (Rs.36,200/-), 16GB/512GB at 3299 Yuan (Rs.41,200/-). Lastly, 16GB/1TB will cost 3799 Yuan (Rs.47,500/-).
Samsung recently released its Q3 financial results, offering a glimpse into what’s in store for its next flagship, the Galaxy S26 series, and the company’s plans for Galaxy devices.
Galaxy S26: Next-Gen AI, Custom Chips, and Performance Boosts
According to Daniel Araujo, VP of Samsung’s MX division, the forthcoming Galaxy S26 series is set to “redefine user experience” through next-generation, user-focused AI, a custom second-generation chipset, and improved performance, especially with new camera sensors. The chipset—referred to as the Application Processor (AP)—seems likely to debut as the Exynos 2600, which may be Samsung’s first to utilise 2nm manufacturing technology. There’s debate about whether this is the second generation, as some count the Galaxy Z Flip7’s Exynos 2500.
Qualcomm and Samsung are reportedly collaborating, with “for Galaxy” Snapdragon variants potentially produced in Samsung’s own foundries. This partnership could mean select markets get different chips. Current industry buzz says most S26 devices globally will feature the Exynos 2600, whereas regions like the US, China, and Japan may receive models powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6. However, Araujo clarified that the final decision has not yet been made, as the selection process is still underway.
A New Era for Connectivity
Another notable update is the possible introduction of a new Exynos connectivity chip to handle Wi-Fi and Bluetooth functions—replacing Qualcomm’s FastConnect 7800, which was used in the S25 series. This shift echoes Apple’s recent move toward proprietary connectivity chips, a step aimed at greater control and potentially improved integration.
Samsung’s 2026 Vision: AI, Health & Foldables
Looking ahead to 2026, Samsung says it will double down on AI-powered features across its mobile lineup, enhance AI-based health tracking for smartwatches, and introduce new true wireless earbuds. Strengthening Samsung’s position in the competitive foldable smartphone market is also a top priority.
Although Nothing already has entry-level smartphones under the CMF brand, it chose to launch its first affordable smartphone under its own brand. Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is the company’s first entry-level smartphone.
Upon comparing the Phone (3a) Lite with the CMF Phone 2 Pro, it becomes apparent that the only major difference is the lack of a dedicated telephoto camera.
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite:
The new Nothing Phone (3a) Lite will sport a 6.77-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It comes with an in-display fingerprint scanner & Panda Glass protection. The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro SoC coupled with 8GB RAM and 128GB/256GB UFS 2.2 storage.
The new Nothing Phone (3a) Lite will feature a 50MP Samsung GN9 (f/1.8) primary sensor along with a 8MP Ultra-wide sensor with LED flash. This time we also got a usless 2MP macro sensor. There is a 16MP selfie shooter under the punch-hole notch. It packs a 5000 mAh battery with 33W fast charge support.
The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite will run on Android 15 OS with Nothing OS 3.5 on top. The device also gets IP54 certified making it splashproof. The brand is also promising 3 years of major Android OS updates with 6 years of Security patches.
It also includes Essential Space, an AI-powered hub for notes, ideas, and inspirations that was introduced in the Nothing Phone (3a) series.
The Essential Key lets you capture and send content to Essential Space, record a voice note, and access all your saved content with a single tap.
The connectivity option includes Dual SIM with 5G, Dual 4G LTE and VoLTE support, and Wifi 6. Further A-GPS, GLONASS, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, USB Type-C port, FM Radio, and an in-display fingerprint scanner. Only dripping water is guaranteed to withstand the IPX2 certification, which isn’t much.
Pricing:
The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is available in black and white. Starting at $249/€249/£249 for the 8/128GB trim, it goes up to $279/€279/£279 for the 8/256GB trim. Today is the first day of open sales.
As close to an official announcement as it gets, Motorola has posted the Edge 70’s full specifications on its Polish and German websites.
As of now, it is unclear whether the Motorola Edge 70 will match the exact specs of the China-locked Motorola X70 Air. As of now, it seems to be.
Motorola Edge 70:
The new Motorola Edge 70 will sport a 6.67-inch 1.5K 10-bit pOLED flat display. It has a resolution of 1,080 x 2,400p, 10-bit colours, and a 120Hz refresh rate. The device also features an in-display fingerprint scanner, supported by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i. It measures 160 x 74 x 6 mm and weighs 159 grams.
Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC powers the Edge 70. It has 8GB/12GB of RAM and 128GB/256GB of storage.
The Motorola Edge 70 will feature a 50MP primary sensor with 1/1.55″ LYT-700C and OIS, and a 50MP ultra-wide with a 120-degree FoV. There is a 50MP selfie shooter under the punch-hole notch. In addition, Moto AI can adjust shutter speed in the camera app, handle autofocus tracking, and optimise highlights, shadows and colours.
The connectivity options include Dual 5G support, USB-C with DisplayPort 1.4 support, WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, and GPS. This time, the device is also IP68/69 certified, making it dust—and water-resistant. It also gets MLT 810 STD.
All this is packed into a 4800 mAh battery with 68W fast charging and 15W wireless charging support. It runs on Android 16 OS out of the box.
According to the listing, Edge 70 will be available in Pantone Bronze Green and Pantone Gadget Grey. You can get a Moto tag, the Moto Buds Loop, the Moto Watch Fit, or a 68W TurboPower charger with the 12/512GB configuration for €800.
In China, the OnePlus 15 was unveiled a few days ago, and the company just announced that its latest flagship will make its global debut on November 13 (that’s two weeks from now).
Details about pricing will be released soon. At this point, we can only consider the early-bird offer. On OnePlus.com, you can reserve a phone for €99 until November 13. For a total of €350, you will receive a €50 discount and several freebies.
Following the global launch event on November 13, the OnePlus 15 will be available for purchase at 20:00 PM IST. Amazon.in, OnePlus India’s online store, and offline retailers will sell the phone as usual.
No, the Ace 6 isn’t coming along—or the OnePlus 15R, either. In January, the OnePlus 13 went global and the OnePlus 13R was unveiled at the same event. Stay tuned for any 15R news in the coming weeks (the R-series is closely related to the Ace models, but they are not identical).
Motorola recently teased the launch of a new smartphone in India, and today the brand unveiled the Moto G67 Power.
We don’t have to wait until next Wednesday to find out what the Moto G67 Power offers; Motorola has listed images, specs, and features on its Indian website.
Moto G67 Power:
The new Moto G67 Power will feature a massive 6.7-inch FHD+ IPS LCD with a 120Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass 7i. Again, the device is powered by a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC, coupled with 8GB/12GB RAM and 128GB/256GB storage, with microSD card support.
The device features a 50MP Sony LYT-600 sensor coupled with OIS and an 8MP macro sensor with LED flash. It also features a 32MP selfie shooter under the punch-hole display. The device has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and is IP64 and MIL-STD-810H certified, making it water-resistant.
Additionally, the device features a dual-stereo speaker that supports both Dolby Atmos and Moto Spatial Sound, offering improved bass, vocals and clarity. It will be 8.6mm thick, weigh 210 grams, and come in three Pantone-curated colors: Pantone Cilantro, Pantone Parachute Purple, and Pantone Blue Curacao.
The connectivity options include Dual-Band Wi-Fi, 5G, 4G LTE, FM Radio, Dual SIM support, A-GPS, GLONASS, NFC, USB Type-C, and Bluetooth 5.4. The Moto G67 Power packs a 7000 mAh battery with 30W fast charging support, and runs Android 15 OS out of the box.
We’ve been riding a wild ride in Samsung rumor land these past few weeks. Initially, Samsung was supposed to replace the Galaxy S26+ with the Galaxy S26 Edge, but it appears they reversed the process, cancelling the Edge and bringing back the S26+.
According to a new rumor, the S26 Edge has indeed been scrapped, but it will now be replaced by another phone. As the S25 Edge was codenamed Slim, a device codenamed More Slim is now allegedly in development.
The More Slim was developed later than the phone that’s thought to be the S26 Edge. It appears that Samsung changed its mind and scrapped that while working on another S26 Edge. The development began later, so it is likely to arrive later in the year, just like the S25 Edge, compared to the prominent S-series flagship family, which was recently delayed until March for S26+ development.
We expect the S26 Edge to be even thinner than its predecessor, which raises the question – was the S25 Edge not slim enough? Most people’s main complaints about it might be the battery life and camera, but Samsung apparently disagrees. To make the S26 Edge slim, we’re curious about what we’ll lose.
Bloomberg reports that Apple’s iPad Air and iPad mini lineups will receive major display upgrades soon. MacBook Air’s display is also being upgraded.
Reports indicate that the Cupertino giant is testing OLED displays for new iPad Air, mini, and MacBook Air products. In 2026, Apple plans to introduce the iPad mini with an OLED panel.
An OLED display would be a welcome upgrade for the iPad mini, but it’s expected to cost more. OLED models could cost up to $100 more than current models, according to the report. Water-resistance and an upgraded speaker system are also on the way for Apple’s iPad mini.
In the coming years, the iPad Air is also expected to adopt OLED technology, though the next iteration is expected to utilise an LCD panel. Apple is developing a new MacBook Air with an OLED display, but it’s unlikely to launch until 2028, according to sources.
