Realme 16x 5G sale begins in India with prices starting at ₹25,999.
Key specs – 6.8″ HD+ LCD 144Hz display, Dimensity 6300 chip, up to 6GB RAM/256GB storage, 50MP rear + 8MP front cameras, 7,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging, bypass and reverse charging.
Available in Endurance Brown and Glory White colours.
Realme 16x 5G sale has started in India just a day after it was officially unveiled. The new 5G phone packs a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, a large 7,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging and a 6.8-inch display with a 144Hz refresh rate as its key features. Customers can purchase this new Realme phone via Flipkart and the Realme India website. Here’s everything you need to know about the phone, its sale and availability.
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The Realme 16x 5G starts at Rs. 25,999 for the 4GB RAM + 128GB storage variant. The phone is also available in 6GB + 128GB and 6GB + 256GB configurations priced at Rs. 27,999 and Rs. 30,999, respectively.
As part of the first-sale offers, Realme is providing a flat Rs. 2,000 discount. After applying the discount, the three variants can effectively be purchased for Rs. 23,999, Rs. 25,999 and Rs. 28,999, respectively.
Buyers can alternatively get Rs. 1,000 off when purchasing the phone using credit card EMI transactions or avail of an exchange benefit of up to Rs. 3,000.
Realme is also offering up to 10 months of no-cost EMI, allowing customers to spread the cost of the phone instead of paying the entire amount upfront.
The smartphone is available in Endurance Brown and Glory White colour options.
The new Realme 16x 5G features a 6.8-inch HD+ LCD display with a 720 x 1570-pixel resolution. The screen supports a refresh rate of up to 144Hz, a 180Hz touch sampling rate and up to 1,200 nits of brightness in HBM mode.
Powering the smartphone is the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset paired with up to 6GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. To manage heat during demanding workloads and gaming, Realme has added a 5,300 sq mm AirFlow vapour chamber cooling system. The phone also gets the company’s proprietary GT Boost gaming optimisation engine. It runs Realme UI 7.0 based on Android 16.
The smartphone is powered by a 7,000mAh battery that supports 45W fast charging, bypass charging and reverse charging.
For photography, the Realme 16x 5G features a 50-megapixel rear camera with an f/1.8 aperture. On the front, there is an 8-megapixel camera with an f/2.0 aperture for selfies and video calls.
Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, 5G, Bluetooth 5.3 and a USB Type-C port. The Realme 16x 5G measures 166.47 x 78.23 x 8.88mm and weighs 217 grams.
Pova 8 Pro 5G confirmed to launch in India on August 18.
Teasers reveal the phone will feature a rear Alive Matrix Display beside the camera module, an orange button and a flat metal frame design.
Key specs as per global listing: 6.78″ HyperLux AMOLED 144Hz display, Dimensity 7400 Ultimate chip, up to 12GB RAM/512GB storage, and 6,500mAh battery with 45W charging.
Tecno has confirmed the India launch date of the Pova 8 Pro 5G and has also provided a first look at its design. One of the phone’s key highlights will be a secondary display on the rear, placed next to the camera module. As noted by multiple reports, the model has already been listed on Tecno’s global website with its specifications, features and colour options. The smartphone was also previously spotted in the Google Play Console database. Here’s everything we know about the upcoming Pova phone so far.
Pova 8 Pro 5G India Launch Date and Design
Tecno has confirmed that the Pova 8 Pro 5G will launch in India on August 18. The company has confirmed that the phone will feature an Alive Matrix Display on the rear alongside the camera module. The teaser also reveals a new orange button on the right side of the smartphone.
The upcoming Pova phone will have a flat metal frame, giving it a more premium appearance. The company is expected to reveal more details about the India-specific version including its specifications and features in the coming days.
Pova 8 Pro 5G Global Version – Features
According to the listing, the global version of the Pova 8 Pro 5G sports a 6.78-inch HyperLux AMOLED display with a 1208 x 2644-pixel resolution. The panel supports a refresh rate of up to 144Hz, has a pixel density of 429ppi and can reach up to 4,500 nits of peak brightness. It supports 1.07 billion colours and has a 93.18 percent screen-to-body ratio.
The global version of the phone is powered by the octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate chipset. The 4nm processor has a peak clock speed of up to 2.6GHz and is paired with an Arm Mali-G615 MC2 GPU.
The smartphone is offered globally in three memory configurations including 8GB RAM with 256GB storage, 12GB RAM with 256GB storage and 12GB RAM with 512GB storage. Colour options available are named Arc White and Tundra Green.
The global model further features a dual rear camera setup comprising a 50-megapixel primary sensor with optical image stabilisation and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera. For selfies and video calls, it has a 13-megapixel front-facing camera.
The smartphone is powered by a 6,500mAh battery with support for 45W wired fast charging. It also comes with an under-display fingerprint sensor for biometric security.
While these specifications are listed for the global model, the company is expected to reveal the complete details of the Indian variant around its August 18 launch.
OPPO F33 Pro 5G Independence Day offer gives up to Rs 4,399 discount and free OPPO Enco Buds3 Pro+ earbuds.
Special offer is only valid until August 17 across online/offline channels.
Key specs – 6.57″ FHD+ AMOLED 120Hz display, Dimensity 6360 MAX chip, 7,000mAh battery with 80W fast charging, 50MP front camera, dual rear cameras and IP66/68/69K durability.
OPPO has announced a special Independence Day offer on the OPPO F33 Pro 5G. As part of the limited-period deal, buyers can get the phone with a discount of up to Rs 4,399 and also receive OPPO Enco Buds3 Pro+ earbuds for free.
OPPO F33 Pro 5G Offer and Price
The OPPO F33 Pro 5G is currently available with 8GB RAM and comes in 128GB and 256GB storage configurations. The 8GB+128GB variant is priced at Rs 39,999, while the 8GB+256GB model costs Rs 43,999.
This Independence Day, OPPO is offering a 10% discount on both variants. Both variants also come with a free pair of OPPO earbuds as part of the offer.
OPPO F33 Pro 5G offer teaser.
Following the discount, the 8GB+128GB version gets a price cut of Rs 3,999 and can be purchased for an effective price of Rs 36,000. Meanwhile, the 8GB+256GB variant receives a Rs 4,399 discount, bringing its effective price down to Rs 39,600.
Buyers can also opt for an 18-month EMI plan with monthly payments starting at Rs 2,222.
This offer is available for a limited period and will remain valid only until August 17. Customers can grab the deal on the company’s website, online shopping platforms and offline retail stores.
OPPO F33 Pro 5G – Key Features
The OPPO F33 Pro 5G features 6.57-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1,400 nits. Its design uses Dynamic 3D Depth technology, which gives the rear panel a colour-shifting effect.
OPPO F33 Pro 5G.
It is a performance-centric smartphone powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6360 MAX processor. The octa-core chipset is manufactured using a 6nm process and has a maximum clock speed of 2.4GHz. In 91mobiles’ testing, the smartphone scored 651,333 points on AnTuTu. To manage heat during demanding tasks and gaming, the phone features a 4,289mm² vapor cooling chamber.
It packs a large 7,000mAh battery with support for 80W fast charging and supports 10W reverse charging.
There is a 50-megapixel front camera with a 100-degree field of view. On the back, it features a dual-camera setup comprising a 50-megapixel primary sensor with an f/1.8 aperture and a 2-megapixel monochrome camera with an f/2.4 aperture.
The phone also features a MIL-STD-810H military-grade build and carries IP66, IP68 and IP69K ratings for protection against dust and water.
iPhone Ultra’s leaked screen protector suggests an outer display camera in top-right corner and inner display camera in top-left.
The first foldable iPhone is expected with 5.5-inch cover display, 7.8-inch inner display, A20 Pro chip, dual 48MP rear cameras, dual front cameras and a 5,000mAh battery.
Launch of next-gen iPhones including iPhone Ultra is expected in September.
Apple’s first foldable iPhone, reportedly called the iPhone Ultra, is expected to be unveiled next month. Ahead of its anticipated debut, a new leak has suggested that the device could feature an unusual camera placement on both its displays.
Is iPhone Ultra Moving Front Cameras to the Corners?
A video of an alleged third-party screen protector of the upcoming iPhone Ultra has recently surfaced online and was shared by trusted tipsters like Ice Universe on X. It appears to show a camera cutout in the top-right corner of the outer display, while the cutout for the inner display appears to be positioned in the top-left corner.
I’m sure this is just a misunderstanding – the protective film covers the entire glass panel, not exactly the same as the actual screen display area. The iPhone Ultra screen itself is still a symmetrical rounded rectangle. pic.twitter.com/Iwu52050uw
The iPhone Ultra will mark Apple’s first entry into the foldable smartphone market and its design is expected to differ from other iPhone models in several ways. The camera setup could be one of those major changes.
The foldable iPhone is rumoured to feature two rear cameras including a main and an ultra wide sensor along with two front-facing cameras. It was expected that the front camera on the outer display would sit in the usual top-centre position. However, a newly leaked accessory suggests Apple could take a different approach.
iPhone Ultra’s previously leaked dummy unit images.
Multiple sources have, however, cast doubt on the authenticity of the viral screen protectors. There is a possibility that the accessory manufacturer has simply got the placement wrong. Third-party accessory makers often have to make educated guesses about unreleased devices.
However, if the leak turns out to be accurate, the camera placement would represent a significant change from Apple’s classic iPhone design.
Apple has traditionally placed the front-facing selfie camera at the top centre of its iPhones. Tech enthusiasts online have raised concerns that moving the selfie camera to a corner may result in users looking away from the camera while taking selfies, particularly when capturing group shots.
iPhone fans have been mostly expecting an off-centre camera on the inner display considering the camera simply cannot be positioned over the fold. And if the outer screen also has its camera positioned away from the centre, users may need considerable time to adjust to the new placement.
Overall, we will have to wait for more details to know more about these design choices that Apple is making. As of now, we know that Apple’s first foldable will most likely arrive next month. Expected features include a 5.5-inch cover display and a 7.8-inch inner display, the A20 Pro chip, a 48-megapixel dual rear camera and a 5,000mAh battery.
Honor is reportedly testing a slim, camera-focused smartphone with a 1.7-inch rear display, possibly debuting with the Honor 700 series later this year.
The brand has reportedly begun trial production of a 12,000mAh battery, expected in early 2027 with a 3nm Dimensity 8600 chipset.
Honor is also exploring a larger wide-screen foldable and developing its WIN 2 gaming series with 7-inch panels.
Honor appears to be expanding its smartphone portfolio with several new devices in development. The company just unveiled its Robot Phone in China and flagship Magic 9 series is also expected in September. Now, new details shared by reliable tipsters on Weibo have revealed what could be next from the brand.
Honor 700 Could Feature a Rear Display
DCS’s post on Weibo.
According to Digital Chat Station’s latest post, Honor is testing a smartphone design that would feature a secondary display on the rear. The device is said to be a slim, camera-focused smartphone with the rear screen measuring around 1.7 inches.
However, the tipster claims that Honor’s flagship series is currently not expected to use this design.
DCS has not revealed the exact model that could get the rear display. However, the upcoming Honor 700 series is one possibility. Based on Honor’s previous launch schedule, the Honor 700 lineup could be introduced in China sometime in November or December this year.
Honor Testing Phone With 12,000mAh Battery
DCS’s post on Weibo.
Separately, DCS has also revealed that Honor has started trial production of a new smartphone battery with a rated capacity of 11,790mAh and a rated energy of 43.86Wh. The battery’s typical capacity is expected to be around 12,000mAh, making it another ultra-large battery solution being tested by the company.
The tipster has not confirmed which Honor smartphone will use this battery. However, it could potentially be used in the upcoming Honor Power 3. The phone is expected to launch by early 2027 and could be powered by the next-generation 3nm Dimensity 8600 chipset.
Honor’s Larger Wide-Screen Foldable and WIN 2 Series
DCS’s post on Weibo.
Honor is also reportedly looking into a new wide-screen foldable smartphone. However, DCS says the project has not yet entered formal development. If the company moves ahead with it, Honor is considering a larger display as the two existing wide foldable smartphones currently on the market are said to feature screens measuring between 6.3 and 6.4 inches.
Earlier reports have claimed that Honor’s wide foldable could feature a 20-megapixel primary camera, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chipset and a 7,000mAh battery.
Smart Pikachu’s post on Weibo.
Meanwhile, development and launch of its Win 2 series of gaming smartphones is also speeding up. The new gaming-focused models are speculated to debut in China as early as October.
As per tipster SmartPikachu on Weibo, Honor is considering two 7-inch large display panels for the WIN 2 series. Apart from the large display, the brand is also reworking an equal-depth quad-curved design.
Notably, Honor hasn’t revealed any of the details officially yet.
Vivo launches S50t Vitality Edition in China starting at 3,299 Yuan.
It features 6.59-inch AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, LPDDR5 RAM, up to 512GB storage, triple rear cameras, 6,500mAh battery with 90W wired charging and OriginOS 6 on Android 16.
Available colours include Space Black, Inspiration Purple, Confession White and Serene Blue.
Vivo S50t Vitality Edition debuts in China.
Vivo has added another smartphone to its S50 series, which includes the Vivo S50, S50t and S50 Pro Mini. The company has launched the new Vivo S50t Vitality Edition in the Chinese market at the starting price of 3,299 Yuan. Interestingly, the brand has already introduced the newer Vivo S60 and S60 Vitality Edition earlier this year. Anyhow, here’s everything you need to know about the newly unveiled S50 series smartphone.
Vivo S50t Vitality Edition Price and Availability
The Vivo S50t Vitality Edition is currently available in China with two memory variants. The 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant is priced at 3,299 Yuan (approximately $490), while the 12GB + 512GB version costs 3,599 Yuan (approximately $535).
Vivo S50t Vitality Edition colour options.
It is offered in four colour options named Space Black, Inspiration Purple, Confession White and Serene Blue.
Vivo S50t Vitality Edition – Key Specifications
The Vivo S50t Vitality Edition sports a 6.59-inch AMOLED display with a 2750 x 1260-pixel resolution. The screen supports a 120Hz refresh rate and a 2000Hz instantaneous touch sampling rate. Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset paired with 12GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage.
Interestingly, the earlier Vivo S50t was almost identical to the Vivo S50, with the key difference being its UFS 3.1 storage instead of the UFS 4.1 storage used on the S50. The new S50t Vitality Edition makes another change by using LPDDR5 RAM, whereas both the Vivo S50 and S50t feature LPDDR5X memory. Other core specifications remain unchanged.
Vivo S50t Vitality Edition.
For photography, the phone gets a 50-megapixel front camera with autofocus. Its rear camera system consists of a 50-megapixel primary sensor with OIS, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera and a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with OIS. The periscope camera supports up to 100x digital zoom.
Powering the Vivo S50t Vitality Edition is a 6,500mAh battery that supports 90W wired charging. Wireless charging is not available but the phone supports reverse charging through its USB Type-C port.
On the software side, it runs OriginOS 6 based on Android 16 and other features include an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor and face unlock.
The smartphone weighs 197 grams and measures 157.52 x 74.33mm, while its thickness varies between 7.49mm and 7.59mm depending on the colour option.
Vivo X500 Pro Max clears China’s 3C certification, which confirms n79 band, BeiDou satellite support and 90W fast charging.
Expected specs include 6.85-inch 2K LTPO OLED display, Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset, 8,000mAh battery, 40W–50W wireless charging, Android 16 with OriginOS 7 and IP68/69 rating.
The camera setup tipped to feature 50MP Sony LYT-838 primary, 50MP IMX8 ultra-wide, 200MP periscope telephoto and 50MP front camera.
It appears the Vivo X500 Pro Max is moving closer to its expected launch as the Chinese version has now received a key certification. The latest certification suggests that the Vivo X500 Pro Max could launch in China as early as September. The development comes a month after the global variant carrying the model number V2610 was spotted on Indonesia’s TKDN certification platform. Here’s more on what we know so far.
Vivo X500 Pro Max Gets 3C Certification
Vivo X500 Pro Max gets 3C certification. (Image credit – Vivo)
According to the latest listing, a Vivo smartphone with model number V2602DA has been approved by China’s 3C certification authority. The certification reveals key details about the upcoming device such as n79 band support, BeiDou satellite communication and 90W fast charging.
That’s not all. China’s 3C authority has also certified two other Vivo smartphones carrying model numbers V2606A and V2609A. These devices are believed to be the upcoming iQOO 16 and Vivo X500 Pro, respectively.
As of now, Vivo has not officially revealed the specifications of the X500 Pro Max but previous reports have provided several details about what to expect from the flagship smartphone.
Vivo X500 Pro Max – Expected Specifications
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is reportedly set to feature a 6.85-inch OLED 2K LTPO display with a 144Hz refresh rate. The phone is expected to be powered by the 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset and could pack a large 8,000mAh battery with now-confirmed 90W wired charging support. Other than that, the smartphone is also tipped to support either 40W or 50W wireless charging.
The rear camera setup is expected to include a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-838 primary sensor with a large 1/1.28-inch sensor size and LOFIC technology. It could be accompanied by a new 50-megapixel Sony IMX8-series ultra-wide camera and a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera. The telephoto sensor is said to have a 1/1.4-inch size and an 85mm focal length.
As for the front, it will most likely feature a 50-megapixel front camera with autofocus.
Other expected features include Android 16 running with Vivo’s OriginOS 7 interface, an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor and an IP68/69-rated body for protection against dust and water.
Honor Magic 9 series confirmed for September launch with first look showing a redesigned circular camera module with ARRI branding.
The series is confirmed to have a collaboration with ARRI to bring cinema-grade features like LogC3, ARRI Look and a dedicated cinema mode.
Expected lineup includes Magic 9, Pro, and Pro Max powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro, dual 200MP cameras and AI upgrades.
Honor Magic 9’s first look. (Image credit – Honor)
Honor has officially confirmed that its upcoming Magic 9 series will launch in September. The company offered the first look at the upcoming smartphone lineup during an event in China, where it also unveiled its Robot Phone with a robotic gimbal camera. Honor revealed the Magic 9 series’ updated camera design and confirmed its imaging collaboration with ARRI. Here are more details.
Honor Magic 9 Series Rear Design Revealed
The Honor Magic 9 series is most likely arriving in September and if tipster Anvin @ZionsAnvin on X is to be believed, it could arrive on September 28. While official confirmation is still awaited, we have the first official glimpse thanks to the online Honor Shop in China.
Honor Magic 9 blind pre-orders are open.
Honor Magic 9’s blind pre-order listing shows a large circular camera module positioned towards the upper-left section of the rear panel. This design is different from the last-generation Magic series, which featured a centrally positioned circular camera module.
The phone shown in the teaser features a premium metal frame and a redesigned antenna layout. An ARRI branding mark can also be seen around the camera module. The large circular camera island appears to take inspiration from professional cinema cameras and houses multiple camera sensors.
September launch for China is officially confirmed. Could be September 28. https://t.co/mdR0zxA3ZV
Honor is expected to integrate ARRI’s imaging expertise into the Magic 9 series. The collaboration is reportedly set to bring features such as ARRI LogC3, ARRI Look and an ARRI cinema mode to the smartphones.
ARRI is a German cinema technology company known for its professional cameras and filmmaking solutions. Honor had previously announced a global imaging partnership with the company and the Magic 9 series is expected to be among the consumer devices to benefit from the collaboration.
Honor Magic 9 series teased at a recent event in China. (Image credit – Huawei Central)
Honor Magic 9 Series – Expected Specifications
As per reports so far, the upcoming Honor Magic 9 lineup is expected to offer three smartphones including the standard Honor Magic 9, Honor Magic 9 Pro and Honor Magic 9 Pro Max. The series is tipped to be among the first smartphone lineups to use Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro flagship chipset.
Apart from the new processor, the Magic 9 series is expected to bring upgraded AI capabilities and improvements to its imaging system. Reports claim the smartphones could feature dual 200-megapixel cameras along with Honor’s own in-house imaging chip.
The new smartphones are also expected to introduce a revamped software experience with a greater focus on advanced AI interactions.
Anyhow, more details about the Honor Magic 9 series are likely to emerge ahead of its official launch in September. We can expect a brand announcement confirming the exact launch date anytime in the coming weeks.
iQOO Z11S launches in China on August 18 with a 2K 144Hz display, 2160Hz PWM dimming, DC dimming and SGS eye-comfort certification.
It will feature a massive 10,000mAh single-cell CATL battery, delivering up to 32 hours of calls, 29 hours of video playback and multi-day endurance with 44W charging.
Other specs include MediaTek Dimensity 7500-series chipset, at least 12GB RAM, Android 16, and expected 50MP primary camera.
The iQOO Z11S will be officially unveiled in China on August 18 and the company has been teasing several details ahead of the launch. Here’s what we know about the phone based on recently released official teasers.
iQOO Z11S Display Details Confirmed
According to the latest posts and teasers by iQOO’s official Weibo account, the upcoming iQOO Z11S will feature a 2K panel with a 144Hz refresh rate along with 2160Hz high-frequency PWM dimming and full-brightness DC dimming.
iQOO Z11S display teasers. (Image credit – iQOO)
These eye-care features are designed to reduce eye strain during extended reading, video streaming and gaming sessions. The display has also reportedly received SGS eye-comfort certification for low blue light and low flicker.
The company is also targeting gamers with touch-related optimisations designed to reduce motion blur and make the display more responsive during gameplay. The panel is claimed to reach a peak brightness of 2,000 nits across the entire screen, which should make it easier to view content outdoors.
iQOO’s official posts on Weibo. (Translated via Google Translate)
iQOO Z11S Packs10,000mAh Battery
Official teaser have also confirmed that the phone will feature a massive 10,000mAh battery, making it the largest battery iQOO has used in a smartphone so far. It uses a single-cell battery developed in collaboration with CATL.
Previously reported endurance figures suggest the phone can deliver around 17 hours of continuous navigation, up to 32 hours of WeChat voice calls, 29 hours of short-video playback and approximately 14.6 hours of mainstream mobile gaming.
iQOO Z11S battery teaser. (Image credit – iQOO)
The company has also reportedly tested the Z11S in a simulated full-day intensive student-use scenario. The 16-hour test included daytime messaging, standby and music playback, followed by gaming, video streaming and calls in the evening. At the end of the test, the battery reportedly retained 57% charge. This suggests the phone could comfortably last multiple days with normal usage.
Charging is expected to support 44W charging with common charging protocols, although iQOO is yet to officially confirm the charging details ahead of the launch.
Meanwhile, the phone with model number V2603A has appeared on Geekbench listing to confirm MediaTek Dimensity 7500-series chipset running Android 16. The processor is paired with at least 12GB of RAM, which suggests the Z11S should offer solid mid-range performance while benefiting from its large battery. Some reports suggest that the setup will include a 50-megapixel primary camera.
Google launches Pixel 11 Pro Fold with 8″ inner and 6.5″ cover displays, Tensor G6 chip, 16GB RAM and thinner design.
Priced at ₹1,86,999 in India (16GB+512GB), pre‑orders began August 12 at 7.30 pm IST.
It is available in Olive and Obsidian colours with an improved hinge, brighter screens, 48MP main camera, 30x Super Res Zoom, Gemini AI tools, foldable‑specific software modes, and dual front cameras.
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold.
Google has officially unveiled the Pixel 11 Pro Fold, its latest foldable smartphone and the newest addition to the Pixel 11 lineup. The new foldable brings a larger 8-inch inner display, a 6.5-inch cover screen, Google’s new Tensor G6 processor and 16GB of RAM. The Pixel 11 Pro Fold brings several improvements over its predecessor including a thinner body and brighter displays, while retaining the camera and processor upgrades introduced across the Pixel 11 series.
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold Price and Availability in India
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is available in a single configuration in India with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. It is priced at Rs. 1,86,999 and comes in an Olive colour option.
Google has started taking pre-orders from August 12. The company has not yet confirmed when the phone will officially go on sale in India.
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold Display and Design
The Pixel 11 Pro Fold features a 6.5-inch external Super Actua display with a 1,080 x 2,342-pixel resolution, 399ppi pixel density and a 19.5:9 aspect ratio. Inside, there is a larger 8-inch Super Actua Flex display with a 2,076 x 2,152-pixel resolution and 372ppi density.
Both displays use LTPO technology and support a variable refresh rate between 1Hz and 120Hz. They can reach up to 3,600 nits of peak brightness, while HDR content can reach 2,400 nits. The outer display is protected by glass ceramic cover glass, while the foldable inner screen uses Ultra Thin Glass.
Google has also updated the hinge mechanism with multi-alloy steel andan aerospace-grade aluminium cover. The new foldable is thinner than the previous generation, measuring 10.1mm when folded, which is 0.6mm thinner than its predecessor. When unfolded, its thickness has dropped from 5.2mm to 5mm.
Tensor G6 Powers the Pixel 11 Pro Fold
The Pixel 11 Pro Fold is powered by Google’s new Tensor G6 chipset. According to Google, the new processor delivers 20 percent better energy efficiency, 25 percent faster web browsing and 15 percent faster app launch times compared with the previous-generation Tensor G5.
The chipset is paired with 16GB of RAM and storage options of 256GB, 512GB and 1TB. Google notes that the base 256GB version does not feature Zoned UFS, similar to last year’s model.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold Cameras
Google has upgraded the main rear camera on the Pixel 11 Pro Fold compared with the previous generation. It now uses a 48-megapixel sensor with a 1/1.56-inch sensor size and an f/1.7 aperture. This is a notable improvement over the Pixel 10 Pro Fold’s 1/1.95-inch main sensor.
Google claims the new camera can capture 56 percent more light than its predecessor.
The remaining cameras are largely unchanged. The phone features a 10.5-megapixel ultra-wide camera with a 1/3.4-inch sensor and f/2.2 aperture, along with a 10.8-megapixel telephoto camera featuring a 1/3.2-inch sensor, f/3.1 aperture and 5x optical zoom.
There are also two 10-megapixel front-facing cameras with f/2.2 apertures, one for the main display and another for the cover screen. The main front camera supports autofocus.
While the telephoto hardware remains the same as the previous generation, Google has increased the phone’s maximum Super Res Zoom to 30x. This improvement is likely linked to the upgraded TPU and ISP in the Tensor G6 chipset.
Foldable Features and HiLight
The Pixel 11 Pro Fold gets the same HiLight LED feature found on the Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL. Google has also added software features designed specifically for the foldable form factor.
These include dual-screen preview, rear-camera selfies, tabletop mode, Made You Look and Instant View. These features are designed to take advantage of the two displays and the phone’s flexible design.
Gemini AI Features and Connectivity
Google has packed the Pixel 11 Pro Fold with a range of AI features powered by Gemini. These include Gemini Intelligence, Gemini Nano, Gemini Live, Magic Cue, Circle to Search, Live Translate and Call Assist. Google notes that the availability of some features may vary depending on the country and language.
For connectivity, the foldable supports Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, Ultra-wideband, NFC, Google Cast and USB Type-C 3.2. It also supports dual-SIM connectivity through one Nano SIM and one eSIM.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold Durability and Other Features
The Pixel 11 Pro Fold comes with an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. It also has a fingerprint-resistant coating and an aerospace-grade aluminium frame. Google has used recycled materials across several components of the phone as part of its sustainability efforts.
The device also includes safety-focused features such as Car Crash Detection, Safety Check, Emergency Contacts, Android Earthquake Alerts and theft protection. Other features include stereo speakers and support for Spatial Audio.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
The Pixel 11 Pro Fold is positioned as a thinner and lighter foldable than its predecessor while continuing to offer strong durability. The question, however, arises as to how it holds up against another recently launched foldable, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8.
One of its major differences from the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is the processor.
The Pixel 11 Pro Fold uses Google’s Tensor G6 chipset, which is designed with a strong focus on AI capabilities. Google says the chip offers higher memory bandwidth, up to 3.5 times faster AI performance and an upgraded CPU for faster everyday tasks.
Tensor processors place greater emphasis on AI capabilities rather than performance. The Tensor G6 continues that approach by powering Google’s range of AI tools including Magic Editor, Gemini and Circle to Search.
The Galaxy Z Fold 8, meanwhile, uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy designed to offer a combination of high performance and AI capabilities.
Here’s a quick comparison between the two leading foldable devices –
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Processors
Google Tensor G6
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
Displays
6.5-inch Super Actua Inner display + 8-inch Super Actua Flex Outer display
