Apple’s new software updates announced during the WWDC 2025 opening keynote have stirred up some serious reactions, and not just from fans. Samsung, one of Apple’s biggest rivals, didn’t waste time throwing shade at the tech giant’s latest design choices, especially the much-hyped Liquid Glass aesthetic.
In a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter), Samsung poked fun at Apple’s iOS 26 design, which features a shiny new UI with translucent elements. The South Korean brand pointed out how familiar it all looked, suggesting that Apple’s design strongly resembles its upcoming One UI 7.
While both may have different technical approaches, visually, they do look quite alike.
“Customizable apps? Floating bars? That sleek glass UI? Looks… familiar 🤔,” read a cheeky post from Samsung Mobile US.
— Samsung Mobile US (@SamsungMobileUS) June 9, 2025
Many users have also pointed out that Apple’s new UI feels similar to Windows Vista’s old Aero interface, which had the same light-refracting, glass-like visuals. In fact, the updated app icons in iOS 26 and macOS 26 are being criticised for making it harder to identify apps or read labels clearly.
Samsung didn’t stop at visuals. It also took jabs at Apple’s slower rollout of AI features. While Apple only lightly touched on AI during its WWDC keynote mentioning Siri just twice, Samsung made sure to highlight how far ahead Galaxy AI already is.
“New to live translations? Welcome aboard! We’ve been translating text and speech in real-time for a while now… #GalaxyAI,” and “AI is coming to your watch? Cute. Ours already knows when you’re too tired to care 😴 #GalaxyAI,” read two more sarcastic posts from Samsung.
New to live translations? Welcome aboard! We’ve been translating text and speech in real-time for a while now… #GalaxyAI
— Samsung Mobile US (@SamsungMobileUS) June 9, 2025
AI is coming to your watch? Cute. Ours already knows when you’re too tired to care 😴 #GalaxyAI
— Samsung Mobile US (@SamsungMobileUS) June 9, 2025
Meanwhile, Apple’s macOS 26, officially called macOS Tahoe, also caught flak for reminding people of Windows Vista. According to Windows Latest, Apple’s new design, described as being “crafted with Liquid Glass,” shares several similarities with Microsoft’s old Aero Glass UI, which allowed users to “see through” interface elements. Both designs use soft tints, layered depth and colour-based transparency effects.
As of now, Apple seems to be taking a more cautious, privacy-first approach to AI and design changes. But in doing so, it’s given competitors like Samsung plenty of room to mock and claim they did it all first.
FAQs
Q1. Why is Samsung criticising Apple’s new Liquid Glass UI?
Answer. Samsung claims that Apple’s iOS 26 design, featuring a shiny, translucent UI, strongly resembles its upcoming One UI 7. In a post on X, Samsung sarcastically pointed out similarities, saying, “Customizable apps? Floating bars? That sleek glass UI? Looks… familiar.”
Q2. How does macOS 26 (Tahoe) compare to Windows Vista?
Answer. Many users have noticed similarities between macOS 26’s “Liquid Glass” design and Microsoft’s old Aero Glass UI from Windows Vista. Both feature layered depth, soft tints, and colour-based transparency effects, making Apple’s new interface feel reminiscent of Vista.
Q3. What criticism has Apple faced regarding AI in its new iOS 26 updates?
Answer. Samsung mocked Apple’s limited AI announcements at WWDC 2025, highlighting how Galaxy AI is already ahead. Posts on X pointed out that Apple is “new to live translations” and sarcastically called its upcoming AI-powered watch features “cute.”
iOS 26, macOS 26, iPadOS 26, tvOS 26, watchOS 26 and visionOS 26 were introduced at the WWDC 2025 keynote.
Apple unveils iOS 26 with Liquid Glass redesign, CarPlay updates, Games app and more.
macOS Tahoe 26 has been introduced with a redesigned UI, updated Spotlight, Phone app and more.
iPadOS 26 announced with new design, windowing system and Files upgrades.
Caption – Apple CEO Tim Cook during WWDC 2025. (Image Credits – Apple YouTube)
Apple’s annual Worldwide Developer Conference has officially kicked off today with Apple’s keynote event, live from Apple Park. The Cupertino Giant, as expected, has unveiled some major new OS versions like iOS 26, macOS 26, iPadOS 26 and more.
WWDC 2025 Keynote
Apple CEO Tim Cook kicked off the WWDC keynote by talking about the F1 movie, an upcoming Apple TV production. Cook starts by dedicating WWDC to app developers while also reaffirming Apple’s commitment to their success.
Craig Federighi, senior vice president of Software Engineering, admits there is a delay in Siri development. “This work needed more time to reach out high quality bar, and we look forward to sharing more about it in the coming year,” he said.
You can check out the entire opening keynote here –
Meanwhile, here’s everything we know after the just-concluded WWDC 2025 keynote live stream.
Foundation Models Framework
Apple has introduced a new version of its foundational large language models, optimised for both on-device and cloud-based processing with a strong emphasis on developer integration. For the first time, third-party app developers will gain access to these models, the same technology behind features like Writing Tools, Genmoji, and document summarisation.
This opens the door for developers to build and integrate their own AI-powered tools directly into their apps.
iOS 26 Redesign
Caption – Apple renames its different OS to correspond to the year. (Image credit – Apple)
Apple is shifting its operating system naming from version numbers to year-based names, starting with iOS 26 and watchOS 26. This change, announced by Craig Federighi at WWDC, accompanies the company’s biggest software redesign in years.
The nomenclature of the Apple OS will now reflect the year.
Apple’s Liquid Glass design
Apple introduces the “Liquid Glass” design on iOS.
Alan Dye, vice president Human Interface, announces a massive overhaul of Apple’s design language across every OS using “liquid glass” with the optical qualities of glass.
Caption – The first look at the Liquid Glass design. (Image credit – Apple)
It’s a sweeping overhaul of Apple’s design language across every operating system, built around a new “liquid glass” aesthetic. Inspired by the optical qualities of real glass, the interface brings a level of fluidity only Apple can deliver.
It refracts light, reacts to movement, and responds in real time to your content, making navigation clearer and creating dynamic, live experiences.
Dynamics Wallpapers
The time fluidly adapts to the available space with the timeface crafted to nestle into the scene. It also keeps the best part of the view as new information comes in. There’s also a gorgeous new way for artists to show off their artwork, says Apple’s Craig Federighi.
Car Play Updates
CarPlay has a compact design so you can still see what’s on the screen when you get a call. iOS 26 also gives you widgets and live activities such as a friend’s flight status, all designed in a way that keeps you focused on the road. All of these updates also come to CarPlay Ultra with a unified and consistent experience across all driver screens.
CarPlay Ultra also lets you choose the layout and design. “We’re so excited to work with different automakers, combining their look and feel with the power of the iPhone.”
Apple Revamps Phone App with Hold Assist
The Phone app, largely unchanged since 2007, gets a fresh, optional scrollable view in iOS 26 combining favourites, recent calls, and voicemails. Users can quickly identify important calls as callers share their name and reason before deciding to answer or ignore.
The new Hold Assist feature maintains your place on hold, as soon as it detects the ‘hold’ music, and lets you use your iPhone freely, making waiting smoother and more convenient.
New iMessage features under iOS 26
Apple Intelligence will now suggest polls on group chats in iMessage. You can also send and receive Apple Pay requests on iMessage, which finally gets typing indicators.
Apple also announces new screening tools for iMessage to filter out spam messages. ‘Unknown senders appear in a dedicated area until you decide on how you want to respond’
Apple Integrates ChatGPT
Apple has announced more refinements to Genmoji and Image Playground. Image Playground sends your descriptions to ChatGPT for a customised image generation while ensuring nothing is shared without your consent with ChatGPT. Meanwhile, Genmoji is now blending emojis with text inputs for enhanced customisation.
Live translation for iMessage, FaceTime and the Phone app
Live translation automatically translates text into other languages using AI. On Facetime, you can follow along with real-time live translate captions. On a phone call, the call is translated as you talk. As they respond, you can hear a spoken translation of their voice. This works even if you call someone who doesn’t have an iPhone.
Apple Music Gets Lyrics Translation and Automix
Apple Music now features lyrics translation and pronunciation to help users follow along in multiple languages. It also introduces Automix, which seamlessly blends songs together like a professional DJ for uninterrupted listening.
Apple Maps Gets New Updates
Your iPhone will now learn your preferred routes and suggest alternate route options. If you’ve wanted to return to a location, Apple is introducing Visited Places. You can view the Visited Places in the Apple Maps library that are protected by end-to-end encryption and can be deleted with a swipe.
Apple Introduced a New Games App
There is a dedicated tab for Apple Arcade. In the library tab, you can see all the games downloaded from App Store. The Play Together tab lets you compare scores with friends and compete with them using Challenges. For developers, single-player games can be turned into multiplayer games.
Visual Intelligence Update
Visual Intelligence is now extended to the iPhone screen so you can tap into the capabilities of apps across the App Store. It works automatically with any app. You can open a social media app and, for instance, find out where to buy a jacket by taking a screenshot with Visual Intelligence options appearing at the bottom.
Visual intelligence also lets you extract information from a screenshot. You can also tap the Ask button to ask ChatGPT questions about what appears on your screen. “Visual intelligence makes it easy to search across apps, take actions, and ask questions,” says Apple.
WatchOS Updates
Watch OS brings an AI-powered Workout Buddy that lets you identify meaningful insights in real-time. Combined with Apple Intelligence on your iPhone, the metrics are transformed into actionable insights such as an AI-voiced pep talk.
It will be available starting in English across few workout types. Workout app also gets a new layout with custom workouts just a tap away. There are also new media features built right into the app.
tvOS 26 Updates
Updates to Apple Music Sing and enhancements to profile switching.
Uses real-time rendering to refract surrounding colours into other UI elements.
TV app uses Liquid Glass to feature new poster art.
Home screen has updated icons with depth and specular highlights.
New Aerial screensavers.
macOS Tahoe 26 – What’s New
Apple introduces macOS Tahoe 26 wit a completely redesigned UI and new features such as an overhauled Spotlight search, new Phone app and Live Activities, and updates to Apple Intelligence.
New features in macOS 26 include the –
addition of the Phone app, available on the Mac for the first time.
Seamlessly access recent calls, contacts and voicemails.
Spotlight search results across files, folders, events, apps are combined into a single view.
Users can run contextual commands based on their search results.
Live Activities from iPhone to Mac.
Live language translation in Messges and FaceTime.
Shortcuts updated with Apple Intelligence
Improvements to Genmoji and Image Playground as well.
New Games app comes to the Mac
New Messages features like customisable backgrounds and polls in group chats.
The Journal app comes to Mac with macOS Tahoe.
visionOS 26 New Features
Here’s what’s new in visionOS 26:
Spatial widgets, including Clock, Weather, Music, and Photos
Brand new Widgets app for finding spatial widgets
All-new Personas now have striking expressivity and sharpness, offering a full side profile view, and remarkably accurate hair, lashes, and complexion
Spatial scenes powered by AI where users can lean in and look around, which upgrades the current experience for spatial photos and more
New support for for 180-degree, 360-degree, and wide field-of-view content from Insta360, GoPro, and Canon
Safari adds spatial browsing to “transform articles…hide distractions, and reveal spatial scenes that come alive as they scroll“
PlayStation VR2 Sense controller is now supported by visionOS
Logitech Muse is a new spatial accessory built for Apple Vision Pro
Folders are available in the Home View
Support for unlocking your iPhone while wearing Vision Pro
Look to Scroll for hands-free content navigation
Redesigned Control Center
Answer iPhone phone calls inside visionOS
iPadOS 26 – New features
Powerful new features help users “work with, control, organize, and switch between app windows — all while maintaining the immediacy and simplicity that iPad users expect. The new windowing system lets users fluidly resize app windows, place them exactly where they want, and open even more windows at once.”
Updates
Exposé shows users all their open windows at once
Menu bar comes to iPad for the first time
Files app gets updated List view
Folders from Files app can be added to iPadOS dock
Brand new Preview app for iPad
Background Tasks enable apps to run more intensive processes
Live Activities are used to show the progress of Background Tasks
Long-awaited system audio upgrades where users can “choose different microphones for each app, as well as individual websites”
Journal app comes to iPad for the first time
Apple Games is a brand new cross-platform app
Import and export Markdown in Apple Notes
Reed pen is added to system tools palette
Phone app comes to iPad
FAQS
Q1. What is the biggest change introduced in WWDC 2025?
Answer. Apple has shifted to year-based OS naming, launching iOS 26, macOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26 instead of version numbers.
Q2. What is the “Liquid Glass” design in iOS 26?
Answer. The Liquid Glass design enhances Apple’s UI with real-time light refraction, fluid movement, and dynamic responsiveness, creating a more immersive experience.
Q3. What updates has Apple made to CarPlay?
Answer. CarPlay Ultra introduces live widgets, flight tracking, and customizable layouts, offering a seamless, unified driving experience across screens.
Q4. What is Apple’s new Foundation Models Framework?
Answer. Apple has optimized on-device and cloud-based AI models, allowing third-party developers to integrate AI tools like Writing Tools, Genmoji, and document summarisation.
Q5. How has the Phone app been redesigned in iOS 26?
Answer. The Phone app now combines favourites, recent calls, and voicemails into a scrollable view while Hold Assist detects hold music, letting users use their phone freely.
Poco teaser goes live on Flipkart hinting at a possible Poco F7 launch in India in June.
A leaked live image reveals a gamer-centric design with an oval-shaped dual-camera setup, sharp lines, and a transparent window showcasing the Snapdragon chip.
Rumoured specs – a 6.83-inch OLED display, Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, 7,550mAh battery and 90W fast charging.
Poco has officially started teasing its upcoming F-series smartphone in India, which is most likely the Poco F7. A new microsite for the device is now live on Flipkart, titled “The F-series legacy.”According to reports, this hints that the launch could happen sometime in June.
Caption – Upcoming Poco phone teaser featuring Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar. (Image credit – Poco)
According to the microsite, Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar is once again teaming up with Poco to promote the F7. He previously endorsed the Poco X7 Pro, which launched earlier this year.
Poco F7 – Launch Timeline and Expectations
While the Flipkart page doesn’t confirm the model name, all signs point to the vanilla Poco F7 making its India debut soon. This would follow the global release of the Poco F7 Pro and F7 Ultra earlier this year. Poco India head Himanshu Tandon has also hinted that the F7 Ultra might launch in India later.
The launch is expected to happen between June 17 and 19, though an exact date hasn’t been announced yet.
Poco F7 Live Image Leak Shows Gaming-Focused Rear Design
Caption – POCO F7 Live Image leak. (Image credit – Abhishek Yadav on X)
A leaked live image, shared by tipster Abhishek Yadav on X (formerly Twitter), shows the Poco F7 with a bold, gamer-centric design. It features an oval-shaped dual-camera setup, sharp angular lines, and what looks like a transparent window showcasing the Snapdragon chipset, a detail clearly aimed at gaming enthusiasts.
Someone shared this with me yesterday and claimed that this is the upcoming Poco F7.
Spot the difference 💬
Poco F7 Redmi Turbo 4 Pro pic.twitter.com/mzVXzJmWe8
— Abhishek Yadav (@yabhishekhd) June 7, 2025
The camera module also bears the label “50MP OIS”, hinting at optical image stabilisation for the main sensor.
Poco P7 – Rumoured Specifications
Based on multiple reports and leaks, here are some of the expected features –
Display – 83-inch OLED, 1.5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, up to 3,200 nits brightness
Chipset – Snapdragon 8s Gen 4
RAM & Storage – Up to 16GB RAM, 512GB internal storage
Indian model – 7,550mAh with 90W fast charging and 22.5W reverse charging
Global model – 6,550mAh (same charging speeds)
With an expected price tag around ₹30,000, the Poco F7 looks set to deliver high-end gaming features and flagship-level performance in the premium mid-range segment.
More details should surface as we approach the official launch.
FAQS
Q1. When is the Poco F7 expected to launch in India?
Answer. Poco has started teasing the device, with reports suggesting a launch between June 17 and June 19 on Flipkart.
Q2. What design features make the Poco F7 stand out?
Answer. A gaming-centric rear design with an oval-shaped dual-camera module, sharp angular lines, and a transparent window showcasing the Snapdragon chipset.
Q3. What are the key specifications of the Poco F7?
Answer. The device is rumoured to feature a 6.83-inch OLED display, Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, 7,550mAh battery with 90W fast charging and a 50MP Sony LYT-600 main camera with OIS.
Microsoft and ASUS unveil the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X running in optimised Windows 11.
ROG Xbox Ally packs an AMD Ryzen Z2 A chip, while the ROG Xbox Ally X upgrades to Ryzen Z1 Extreme, featuring more RAM, storage and an 80Wh battery.
The gaming PCs are launching in multiple regions including the US, UK, Japan and more.
Pricing and pre-order details are expected soon, but no confirmation for India yet.
Caption – Microsoft and ASUS have together launched two new handheld gaming PCs. (Image credit – Xbox)
At the recent Xbox Games Showcase, Microsoft and ASUS teamed up to reveal two new handheld gaming PCs, the ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X. Designed to combine the flexibility of Windows 11 with an Xbox-first gaming experience, both devices bring serious gaming power in a portable form. Here’s all we know about the new devices.
⬛ ROG Xbox Ally X
◻️ ROG Xbox Ally pic.twitter.com/InOsAK2eSF
— Xbox (@Xbox) June 8, 2025
ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X – Availability and Launch
The ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X will launch in selected regions including the US, UK, Australia, France, Japan and Singapore along with 21 more countries.
However, there’s no official word yet on when these devices will arrive in the Indian market. Microsoft says pricing and pre-order details will be announced in the coming months.
ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X – Hardware and Key Features
ROG Xbox Ally comes with –
AMD Ryzen Z2 A processor
16GB LPDDR5x RAM
512GB SSD
7-inch Full HD (1080p) display with 120Hz refresh rate
Meanwhile, ROG Xbox Ally X is aimed at more serious gamers and steps things up with –
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip
24GB LPDDR5x RAM
1TB SSD
80Wh battery for longer play sessions
Check out the official inside look of both the devices –
ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X – Windows 11
Both handhelds run on Windows 11 Home, but with a twist. It’s been specially optimised for handheld gaming. Microsoft has removed unnecessary elements to boost performance and battery life. There’s also a new feature that highlights the games that run best on these devices, similar to the experience on Steam Deck.
In short, the ROG Xbox Ally series is Microsoft and ASUS’s answer to portable PC gaming with Xbox integration, premium hardware, and a focus on performance, all packed into a handheld form.
As per reports, more details including the information Pre-orders, Pricing, Accessories and More are expected to arrive soon.
FAQS
Q1. What are the key features of the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X?
Answer. The ROG Xbox Ally features an AMD Ryzen Z2 A chip, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD, while the Ally X upgrades to Ryzen Z1 Extreme, 24GB RAM, and 1TB SSD with an 80Wh battery.
Q2. How is Windows 11 optimised for handheld gaming on these new Xbox devices?
Answer. Windows 11 has been specially optimised by Microsoft, removing unnecessary elements to boost performance and battery life, and highlighting games that run best.
Q3. Where will the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X be available?
Answer. They will launch in multiple regions, including the US, UK, Australia, France, Japan, and Singapore, with pricing and pre-order details expected soon.
WWDC 2025 will run from June 9 to June 13 and will be streaming live on Apple’s website, YouTube, Apple TV app and Developer platforms.
Apple is expected to unveil iOS 26 with a new translucent UI, rounded icons and a redesigned home screen.
Updates for macOS, iPadOS and watchOS are expected.
AI will be a major focus with a smarter Siri, AI-powered writing tools and on-device machine learning, plus new developer tools for integrating AI into apps.
Caption – Everything you need to know about catching up with the WWDC25 keynote. (Image credit – Apple)
Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025 is just around the corner and it’s shaping up to be a big one. Scheduled from June 9 to June 13, the event will be held online and is free for everyone to attend virtually. Whether you’re a developer, Apple fan or just a tech enthusiast, here’s how you can tune in and what to expect.
How and Where to Watch WWDC 2025 Keynote Live?
The Opening Keynote is the main highlight, where Apple reveals major software updates and sets the tone for the year ahead.
A sleek peek awaits. Join us for #WWDC25 on June 9 at 10 a.m. PT.
Tap the ❤️ and we’ll send you a reminder on event day. pic.twitter.com/gfQoon3L6w
— Apple (@Apple) May 31, 2025
Date – Monday, June 9, 2025
Time –
10:00 AM PDT (California)
10:30 PM IST (India)
6:00 PM BST (UK)
Where to Watch?
You can tune-in to the keynote on –
Apple’s official website (Events section)
Apple TV app on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV
Apple Developer app and website
Apple’s official YouTube channel – open globally
WWDC 2025 Keynote – What to Expect?
This year’s WWDC is expected to be all about design refreshes and AI-powered features. Here’s a quick look at the biggest announcements to watch out for.
iOS 26 – A New Look for iPhone
Apple might skip “iOS 18” altogether and jump straight to iOS 26, bringing the biggest visual overhaul since iOS 7. Rumours suggest –
Translucent UI layers
Rounded app icons
A redesigned home screen inspired by Vision Pro
macOS 26 – Codenamed “Tahoe”
The next macOS is expected to be called macOS 26 Tahoe, continuing Apple’s tradition of naming macOS after scenic Californian locations. Expect design and performance tweaks to match the rest of the ecosystem.
“Apple Intelligence” – AI Gets Serious
AI will reportedly take centre stage –
A smarter Siri with better contextual awareness
AI-powered writing and editing tools
On-device machine learning for privacy-focused performance
New developer tools to integrate AI into apps
Updates Across All Apple Platforms
iPadOS 26 – Improved multitasking, more Mac-like features
watchOS 26 – Deeper health tracking and a revamped interface
tvOS 26 – Better home automation and smarter content suggestions
visionOS 26 – More spatial apps and tools for Vision Pro developers
With so many big announcements expected, WWDC 2025 could be one of Apple’s most exciting events in years. Stay tuned for June 9!
FAQS
Q1. When is WWDC 2025 scheduled, and how can users watch the keynote?
Answer. WWDC 2025 runs from June 9 to June 13, with the keynote on June 9. It will be streamed live on Apple’s website, YouTube, Apple TV app, and Developer platforms.
Q2. What major changes are expected in iOS 26?
Answer. iOS 26 is set to introduce a new translucent UI, rounded icons, and a redesigned home screen, bringing the biggest visual overhaul since iOS 7.
Q3. What AI-powered features might Apple announce at WWDC 2025?
Answer. Apple is expected to showcase a smarter Siri, AI-powered writing and editing tools, and on-device machine learning, along with new developer tools for AI integration.
iQOO Z10 Lite launch in India is scheduled for June 18.
It will feature a refined flat design, a 6,000mAh battery, a dual-camera setup with an aura light and two colour options including Titanium Blue and Cyber Green.
Expected to feature a Snapdragon chipset as hinted by iQOO’s teasers and confirmed sub-₹10,000 price tag.
iQOO is back with a new budget 5G phone named the iQOO Z10 Lite 5G. This is the follow-up to last year’s Z9 Lite, and it brings a mix of design tweaks and hardware upgrades that should make it even more appealing. The brand recently confirmed that the smartphone’s India launch is set for June 18. Here’s everything we know about the upcoming device.
iQOO Z10 Lite 5G – What We Know So Far?
Caption – iQOO Z10 Lite official poster confirming launch date and camera module design. (Image credit – iQOO)
iQOO has been releasing multiple teasers leading up to the launch date confirming several key details. We already know about the launch date, thanks to an official teaser posted on X (formerly Twitter).
Lite on name, loaded on power.⚡
Say hello to the all-new #iQOOZ10Lite built for school, college, and the grind in between. Whether it’s gaming after class or multitasking on the move, this one’s got you covered.
All speed. All style.
Coming soon on 18th June to level up your… pic.twitter.com/55QS9VsJ39
— iQOO India (@IqooInd) June 7, 2025
Official images posted on iQOO India’s official social media handles recently show off a refined flat design including a new pill-shaped rear camera island with a dual-camera setup. One small but noticeable change is the addition of two LED lights, which includes a regular flash placed outside the camera module and another soft light just below the lenses that looks like an “aura light.”
The brand has also confirmed that Z10 Lite will be available in at least two colours, which includes Titanium Blue and Cyber Green.
Where modern aesthetics meet minimalistic design.💫
The all-new #iQOOZ10Lite debuts in two stunning shades — Titanium Blue, inspired by futuristic tech and the calm of arctic skies, and Cyber Green, a bold expression of speed and innovation with a liquid-metal sheen.
Two colors.… pic.twitter.com/cNbsVr4M0s
— iQOO India (@IqooInd) June 7, 2025
One of the biggest upgrades is the battery. The Z10 Lite will pack a 6,000mAh battery, up from 5,000mAh in the Z9 Lite. iQOO is calling it the “segment’s biggest battery 5G smartphone.” Despite the big battery, the phone is expected to remain lightweight and user-friendly.
Unmatched power, unmatched endurance. 🔋
Say hello to the all new #iQOOZ10Lite — the Segment’s Biggest Battery 5G Smartphone* with a massive 6000mAh powerhouse inside.
No more low battery anxiety, just nonstop action from class to everything else, all day long.
Stay… pic.twitter.com/TcDhyu1tim
— iQOO India (@IqooInd) June 9, 2025
Caption – iQOO Z10 Lite battery capacity confirmed in an official teaser. (Image credit – iQOO)
While iQOO hasn’t officially revealed the chipset yet, they’ve tagged Snapdragon India in teasers on X, strongly hinting at a Snapdragon SoC inside. For comparison, the Z9 Lite came with the MediaTek Dimensity 6300.
Other expected features include –
A 56-inch 720p IPS LCD display with 840 nits peak brightness
A plastic build with a flat back and middle frame
Likely to retain the IP64 rating for dust and water resistance
As for the pricing, iQOO has confirmed that the Z10 Lite will be priced under ₹10,000, which will make it one of the most affordable 5G phones with a massive battery.
FAQs
Q1. When is the iQOO Z10 Lite launching, and what colours will it be available in?
Answer. The iQOO Z10 Lite is launching in India on June 18, and will be available in Titanium Blue and Cyber Green.
Q2. What is the biggest upgrade in the iQOO Z10 Lite?
Answer. The most significant upgrade is the 6,000mAh battery, making it the largest battery in its 5G segment, while maintaining a lightweight and user-friendly design.
Q3. What chipset is expected in the iQOO Z10 Lite?
Answer. While iQOO hasn’t officially confirmed the chipset, teasers tagging Snapdragon India strongly hint at a Snapdragon processor.
Realme GT 8 Pro will reportedly feature a 200MP periscope telephoto camera with a Samsung HP9 sensor, promising high-quality low-light photography.
Other expected features include an upgraded 2K flat OLED screen, Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chip, 7,000mAh battery, and 100W fast charging, alongside Realme UI 7.
A possible price is expected to start at 3,999 Yuan ($560), with launch in late 2025.
Caption – Previous-gen Realme GT 7 Pro for reference. (Image credit – Realme)
Realme is getting ready to launch its next big flagship, the Realme GT 8 Pro, in China later this year. As per reports, the launch will most likely be in the last quarter of 2025. According to a fresh leak from tipster Digital Chat Station, this could be Realme’s most premium flagship yet, packed with high-end features and hardware upgrades. Here’s what we know.
Realme GT 8 Pro – What to Expect?
Caption – Tipster Digital Chat Station’s post on Weibo. (Screenshot credit – Gizmochina)
Popular tipster Digital Chat Station, in one of their recent posts on Chinese social media Weibo, revealed that one of the highlights of the Realme GT 8 Pro is a 200MP periscope telephoto camera. It will likely use the Samsung HP9 sensor, which is also expected on the OPPO Find X9 Pro. This large 1/1.4-inch sensor supports 4 x 4 pixel binning, enabling it to capture bright and sharp 12MP shots with 2.24μm pixels, especially in low light.
The tipster claims this could be the most powerful telephoto camera in its segment, if it makes it to the final device.
Caption – Tipster Digital Chat Station replied to follow-up question in comments on Weibo. (Screenshot credit – Gizmochina)
While answering some follow-up questions on the post, the tipster also revealed that GT 8 Pro will also come with a flat OLED display offering a 2K resolution, a step up from the 1.5K curved screen on its predecessor. Like before, you’ll still get an ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint sensor and a waterproof design.
Powering the phone is expected to be the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chip. It will also reportedly feature a metal mid-frame, Realme UI 7 based on Android 16 and a massive 7,000mAh battery with 100W fast charging.
With all these upgrades, a price hike is expected. Rumours suggest a starting price of 3,999 Yuan (around $560).
The leak also mentions that Realme’s secondary product line, possibly the Neo 8 series, might also get periscope cameras like the Sony IMX882 or Samsung JN5 and could launch sometime after the GT 8 Pro.
FAQs
Q1. What are the key camera and display features of the Realme GT 8 Pro?
Answer. The GT 8 Pro features a 200MP periscope telephoto camera with Samsung HP9 sensor, capable of capturing bright and sharp images in low light, alongside a 2K flat OLED display.
Q2. What hardware upgrades does the Realme GT 8 Pro bring?
Answer. The GT 8 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chip, has a 7,000mAh battery with 100W fast charging, a metal mid-frame, and runs Realme UI 7 based on Android 16.
Q3. When is the Realme GT 8 Pro expected to launch, and what’s the price?
Answer. The phone is expected to launch in China in late 2025, with leaks suggesting a starting price of 3,999 Yuan (around $560).
Xiaomi Pad 7S Pro will reportedly feature a 12.5-inch LCD display, 120W fast charging, and Xiaomi’s in-house XRing O1 chipset.
Leaks suggest a launch by the end of June with Bluetooth SIG and 3C certification listings confirming key specs.
Xiaomi plans to release four new tablets this month with the Pad 7S Pro expected to lead the lineup.
Caption – Xiaomi Pad 7S Pro leak reveals key details. (Image credit – Xiaomi)
Xiaomi is gearing up to launch two powerful new tablets soon, the Redmi Gaming Tablet and the Xiaomi Pad 7S Pro. A fresh leak has now shared key details about the Pad 7S Pro, giving us a clearer idea of what to expect. Here’s what we know.
Xiaomi Pad 7S Pro Leak
According to tipster Digital Chat Station on Weibo, the Pad 7S Pro will likely be powered by Xiaomi’s in-house XRing O1 chipset, the same one found in the Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra. The leak also mentions four new tablets set to launch this month, and one of them featuring a large display and this chip is believed to be the 7S Pro.
Caption – Tipster Digital Chat Station’s recent post on Weibo. (Translated via Google Translate)
The Pad 7S Pro is expected to come with a 12.5-inch LCD display and support 120W fast charging. It’ll slot into the lineup between the Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro and the Pad 7 Ultra, so pricing will likely reflect that middle ground.
Both the Pad 7S Pro 12.5-inch and its Soft Light version have recently shown up on Bluetooth SIG, confirming the screen size and hinting at an official launch in China this month. The device was also spotted on China’s 3C certification site, listed with a 120W charger.
Xiaomi is expected to ditch the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for the XRing O1 chip in this model. Thanks to its larger size, the Pad 7S Pro could manage heat and modem-related issues better than phones, giving it more headroom for high CPU performance and smoother use with HyperOS.
Although Xiaomi hasn’t officially confirmed anything yet, all signs point to a launch by the end of June. And with four new tablets rumoured this month, the Pad 7S Pro might just be the start of Xiaomi’s next big tablet push.
FAQs
Q1. What are the key specifications of the Xiaomi Pad 7S Pro?
Answer. The Pad 7S Pro features a 12.5-inch LCD display, 120W fast charging, and Xiaomi’s in-house XRing O1 chipset, replacing the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.
Q2. When is the Xiaomi Pad 7S Pro expected to launch?
Answer. Leaks suggest a launch by the end of June, with Bluetooth SIG and 3C certification listings confirming key specs.
Q3. How does the Pad 7S Pro compare to other Xiaomi tablets?
Answer. The Pad 7S Pro is positioned between the Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro and Pad 7 Ultra, offering improved heat management and modem efficiency for smoother use.
Xiaomi expands its Sand Gold colour variant to the Redmi Note 14 4G, Note 14 Pro 4G, and Note 14 Pro 5G, though the base Redmi Note 14 5G is left out.
No hardware changes with models still featuring a 6.67-inch AMOLED display, high-refresh rate, and powerful chipset options for smooth performance.
The Sand Gold variant is part of a global launch, appearing on Xiaomi’s website with AliExpress listings.
Pricing of the new variant may vary by region.
Caption – Redmi Note 14 Series is now available globally in the Sand Gold colour variant. (Image credit – Xiaomi)
Xiaomi is adding a touch of elegance to the Redmi Note 14 lineup with a fresh new Sand Gold colour. After introducing this gold finish on the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ back in March 2025, the brand is now expanding the option to more models in the series.
The Redmi Note 14 4G, Note 14 Pro 4G and Note 14 Pro 5G are all getting the new Sand Gold treatment. Oddly enough, the base Redmi Note 14 5G has been left out of this colour update. Aside from the new look, everything else under the hood remains unchanged.
Caption – New colour variant of Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 4G. (Image credit – Xiaomi)
Caption – New colour variant of Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 4G. (Image credit – Xiaomi)
Caption – New colour variant of Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G. (Image credit – Xiaomi)
All three models come with a 6.67-inch AMOLED display, boasting a 1.5K resolution and a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. In terms of cameras, the Note 14 4G features a 108MP + 2MP + 2MP setup, while both Pro versions are equipped with a 200MP + 8MP + 2MP triple camera system.
As for the chipset, the Note 14 4G runs on the Helio G99 Ultra chip, the Note 14 Pro 4G uses the Helio G100 Ultra and the Note 14 Pro 5G is powered by the Dimensity 7300 Ultra.
These Sand Gold variants are part of Xiaomi’s global launch, so they should start showing up on regional websites soon. According to certain reports, these new colour variants can now only be found on Xiaomi’s global website, which all point to AliExpress listings.
The gold finish is subtle and stylish, adding a bit of premium flair without changing the internals or most likely the price. As of now, the pricing may vary slightly depending on the region.
FAQs
Q1. Which Redmi Note 14 models are getting the Sand Gold colour?
Answer. The Redmi Note 14 4G, Note 14 Pro 4G, and Note 14 Pro 5G are receiving the Sand Gold variant, but the Redmi Note 14 5G is excluded.
Q2. Does the new Sand Gold variant in Redmi come with any hardware changes?
Answer. No, the Sand Gold models retain the same specifications, including a 6.67-inch AMOLED display, high-refresh rate, and powerful chipset options.
Q3. Where can users buy the Sand Gold Redmi Note 14 models?
Answer. These variants are part of Xiaomi’s global launch and have appeared on Xiaomi’s website, with some listings directing users to AliExpress.
WhatsApp introduces an Auto-download quality feature for Android beta users in Beta version 2.25.18.11.
It allows users to choose between the Standard compressed version and the HD version of media downloads.
The feature is located under Settings > Storage and data in the app.
WhatsApp uses a dual-upload system for HD media, ensuring both Standard and HD versions are sent due to end-to-end encryption, making downloads more efficient.
Caption – WhatsApp adds Auto-download quality feature for Android Beta testers. (Photo by Dima Solomin on Unsplash)
WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature for Android beta users that lets you choose the quality of photos and videos that get automatically downloaded to your phone.
According to trusted WhatsApp Beta source WABetaInfo, the feature is now available for users on WhatsApp beta version 2.25.18.11 with more beta users expected to get access in the coming weeks. It’s called “Auto-download quality” and can be found under Settings > Storage and data, just below the “Media upload quality” option.
📝 WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.18.11: what’s new?
WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to choose the quality for downloaded photos and videos, and it’s available to some beta testers!https://t.co/vczyUfYlBM pic.twitter.com/HfV5apzWuq
— WABetaInfo (@WABetaInfo) June 6, 2025
There are two choices –
Standard quality, which downloads a compressed version of the media
HD quality, which downloads the high-resolution version directly
Caption – The Auto-download quality feature is available for Android beta users in Beta version 2.25.18.11. (Image credit – Wabetainfo)
Even if you select standard quality for auto-download, you’ll still be able to view the HD version manually within the chat, as long as it’s still stored on WhatsApp’s servers.
WABetaInfo report also revealed that WhatsApp has implemented a dual-upload system for HD media. When you send a photo or video in HD, the app uploads both the standard and HD versions. This is necessary because WhatsApp uses end-to-end encryption and can’t compress files on its servers. So, your phone handles both versions before sending them out.
This way, if the person receiving the media has set downloads to standard quality, only the compressed version will be downloaded to their device, keeping things quick and data-friendly, while still offering the HD option if needed.
FAQs
Q1. What is the new “Auto-download quality” feature in WhatsApp?
Answer. WhatsApp now lets Android beta users choose between Standard quality (compressed media) or HD quality (high-resolution media) for automatic downloads.
Q2. Where can users find this feature in the WhatsApp app?
Answer. The “Auto-download quality” option is located under Settings > Storage and data, just below the “Media upload quality” setting.
Q3. How does WhatsApp handle HD media uploads?
Answer. WhatsApp uses a dual-upload system, where both Standard and HD versions of the media are sent due to end-to-end encryption, ensuring efficient downloads.
