Vivo V80 is all set to launch in India on October 6.
Leaked prices suggest ₹63,000 for 8GB+128GB, ₹70,000 for 8GB+256GB and ₹80,000 for 8GB+512GB.
Key specs: Expected 6.59-inch 1.5K OLED 144Hz display, Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, ZEISS camera setup with 50MP main + 50MP telephoto + 8MP ultra-wide and 7,200mAh battery with 90W charging.
Vivo V80 teaser. (Image credit: Vivo)
The Vivo V80 is set to launch in India on October 6 and a new leak has revealed the expected pricing of the upcoming smartphone. Vivo has already started teasing key details of the phone including its flagship-style ZEISS cameras and a massive 7,200mAh battery. According to tipster information shared on X, the Vivo V80 could be priced starting at ₹63,000 in India. The leak also reveals the prices of all three expected storage variants. Here are all the details.
Vivo V80 India Price Leaked
According to the latest post by Abhishek Yadav @yabhishekhd on X, the Vivo V80 will reportedly be available in three configurations in India. The 8GB + 128GB variant is tipped to cost ₹63,000, while the 8GB + 256GB model could be priced at ₹70,000. The top-end 8GB + 512GB version is said to carry a price of ₹80,000.
Expected variants and price at a glance –
Vivo V80 Variant
Leaked India Price
8GB + 128GB
₹63,000
8GB + 256GB
₹70,000
8GB + 512GB
₹80,000
Notably, these prices are based on a tipster leak and have not been officially confirmed by Vivo yet.
The Vivo V80 is tipped to feature a 6.59-inch 1.5K LTPS OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. The phone is expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset and could offer UFS 4.1 storage. On the software side, it is expected to run Android 17.
For photography, the smartphone is said to feature a 50MP primary camera with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide camera and a 50MP 3x telephoto camera with OIS on the rear. A 50MP selfie camera is expected to handle selfies and video calls.
The Vivo V80 could pack a large 7,200mAh battery with support for 90W fast charging. The phone is also tipped to have a metal frame, IP68 and IP69 ratings, stereo speakers, an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, an IR sensor and a USB 2.0 port.
Meanwhile, leaked hands-on images have revealed the smartphone in Copper Orange and Stellar Black finishes. The phone appears to feature a large rounded-rectangular camera module in the upper-left corner and houses a triple-camera setup.
Vivo V80 India Launch and Competition
The Vivo V80 will launch in India on October 6. If the leaked pricing turns out to be accurate, the smartphone will enter a segment that is expected to see competition from devices such as the OnePlus 16, Xiaomi 18T and OPPO Find X10.
As of now, Vivo has not officially confirmed the leaked India prices. More details about the Vivo V80 should be revealed around its October 6 launch.
Honor introduces Magic 9 and Magic 9 Super Edition in China, both powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and MagicOS 11.
Honor Magic 9 focuses on cameras with dual 200MP rear sensors and an 8,000mAh battery, while the Honor Magic 9 Super Edition packs a massive 11,000mAh battery and different camera setup.
Magic 9 starts at 4,999 yuan (around ₹63,800), while Super Edition starts at 4,499 yuan (around ₹57,400) as both offer multiple RAM/storage variants and colour choices.
Honor Magic 9 and Magic 9 Super Edition have been unveiled in China. (Image credit: Honor)
Honor has introduced its Magic 9 lineup in China with the launch of the Honor Magic 9 and Honor Magic 9 Super Edition. Both phones feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, 120Hz OLED displays, large batteries and IP68/IP69/IP69K protection. However, the Super Edition stands out with a massive 11,000mAh battery, while the standard Magic 9 offers a more camera-focused setup with dual 200MP rear cameras. Here are more details.
Honor Magic 9 Specifications
Honor Magic 9 teasers. (Image Credit: Honor)
The Honor Magic 9 features a 6.37-inch OLED display with a 2664×1236 resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The panel supports up to 10,000 nits peak brightness and 2,000 nits global peak brightness, along with 3,840Hz PWM dimming. It also has slim 0.95mm bezels.
The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. It also gets Honor’s Yuguang H1 imaging chip and C3 RF enhancement chip. The phone runs MagicOS 11 based on Android 17.
The Magic 9 packs an 8,000mAh battery with 80W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. For photography, it has a 55MP square front camera. At the back, there is a 200MP Samsung S5KHPE primary camera with OIS and CIPA 7.5 stabilisation, a 50MP ultra-wide camera and a 200MP Samsung S5KHP5 telephoto camera with OIS and CIPA 7.5 stabilisation.
Honor has added ARRI imaging features including an ARRI LogC3 video pipeline, Cinema Live and official ARRI Looks. The phone also supports the Honor G200 telephoto converter and a triple-LED array zoom flash.
Other features include an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, stereo dual speakers, a dedicated AI key and a camera button. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, USB Type-C, NFC and an IR blaster. The phone also carries IP68, IP69 and IP69K ratings. It measures 161.78 × 76.72 × 8.10mm and weighs 209 grams.
Honor Magic 9 Super Edition Specifications
Honor Magic 9 Super Edition teasers. (Image Credit: Honor)
The Honor Magic 9 Super Edition comes with a larger 6.81-inch OLED display offering a 2788×1280 resolution and up to a 120Hz refresh rate. Like the standard model, it offers up to 10,000 nits peak brightness, 2,000 nits global peak brightness and 3,840Hz PWM dimming. The display has 1.03mm bezels.
The Super Edition is also powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset with Phantom Engine 3.0, LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. It also features Honor’s C3 RF enhancement chip and runs MagicOS 11 based on Android 17.
Its biggest highlight is the 11,000mAh battery, which supports 80W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. It also supports 27W wired reverse charging and wireless reverse charging.
For cameras, the phone has a 50MP OmniVision OV50M40 front camera. The rear setup consists of a 200MP Samsung S5KHP5 main camera with OIS, a 12MP ultra-wide macro camera with f/2.2 aperture and autofocus, and a 50MP Sony LYT-500 telephoto camera with OIS, 3x optical zoom and up to 100x digital zoom.
The Magic 9 Super Edition also gets an optical fingerprint scanner, dedicated AI key, stereo dual speakers, two microphones and an X-axis linear motor. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, USB Type-C, NFC and an IR blaster. It has IP68, IP69 and IP69K ratings and measures 161.78 × 76.72 × 8.10mm while weighing 227 grams.
Honor Magic 9 and Honor Magic 9 Super Edition – Price
The Honor Magic 9 starts at 4,999 yuan (around Rs 63,800) for the 12GB+256GB variant. The 12GB+512GB model costs 5,499 yuan (around Rs 70,200), while the 16GB+512GB version is priced at 5,999 yuan (around Rs 76,600). The top-end 16GB+1TB model costs 6,999 yuan (around Rs 89,300).
The phone is available in Popcorn Yellow, Curtain Black, Opening White and Olive Green.
The Honor Magic 9 Super Edition, on the other hand, starts at 4,499 yuan (around Rs 57,400) for the 12GB+256GB model. The 12GB+512GB variant costs 4,999 yuan (around Rs 63,800), while the 16GB+512GB version is priced at 5,499 yuan (around Rs 70,100).
The phone is available in Popcorn Yellow, Curtain Black, Opening Line and Olive Green.
Honor Magic 9 Pro Max debuts in China at the starting price of 6,499 yuan (~₹82,900).
It features Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen6, MagicOS 11, a 6.8-inch 120Hz LTPO OLED display, an 8,800mAh battery with 100W wired/80W wireless charging and IP69K/IP68 durability.
The camera specs include 200MP OV52A primary + 200MP HPE periscope telephoto + 50MP ultra-wide, ARRI Image Science, H1 Imaging Chip and support for telephoto converters.
Honor Magic 9 Pro Max launched in China. (Image credit: Honor)
Honor has launched the Magic 9 Pro Max in China with a focus on a professional camera workflowdeveloped with ARRI. Launched alongside two other Magic 9 series models, the phone features a Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen6 chipset, a triple rear camera setup led by two 200MP sensors and an 8,800mAh battery with 100W wired charging. Here are more details.
Honor Magic 9 Pro Max – Key Specifications
The Honor Magic 9 Pro Max features a 6.8-inch 1.5K 120Hz LTPO flat OLED display with up to 10,000 nits peak brightness, 2,000 nits HBM brightness and 6,000 nits brightness at 20% APL. The display also supports 4,320Hz PWM dimming and has extremely slim 0.98mm bezels.
The smartphone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen6 2nm chipset paired with LPDDR5X RAM, UFS 4.1 storage and MagicOS 11.
For photography, the phone gets a 200MP OV52A primary camera with a 1/1.28-inch sensor, 3° OIS and CIPA 8.0 stabilisation. It is accompanied by a 50MP ultra-wide camera with a 1/2.8-inch-class sensor and a 200MP HPE periscope telephoto camera offering 3.5x optical zoom. The telephoto camera has an 85mm focal length, 1/1.4-inch sensor, CIPA 8.0 stabilisation and up to 200x digital zoom.
The phone also supports the Honor G200 and G500 telephoto converters, offering 200mm (2.35x) and 500mm (5.88x) focal lengths, respectively. Honor has also included ARRI Image Science and its H1 Imaging Chip.
For selfies and biometric security, the Magic 9 Pro Max has a 50MP square front camera with a 1/2.74-inch sensor and 3D face recognition.
The phone packs a large 8,800mAh battery with 100W wired charging and 80W wireless charging. Other features include IP69K, IP69 and IP68 ratings, an IR blaster, 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, dual 1216 speakers, a cinema-grade shotgun microphone system with four microphones, an AI button and a dedicated camera button.
Connectivity and other hardware features include USB 3.2 Gen1 with DP1.2 support, Honor C3 and E2 chips, Wi-Fi 8, Bluetooth 6.3, NFC and eSIM support. The handset measures 161.64 × 76.98 × 8.59mm and weighs 233 grams.
As for colour options, the phone is available in Moss Green, Shadow Black and Silver Salt colour options.
Honor Magic 9 Pro Max – Price
The Honor Magic 9 Pro Max starts at 6,499 yuan (around Rs 82,900) for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant. The 12GB+512GB model costs 6,999 yuan (around Rs 89,300), while the 16GB+512GB variant is priced at 7,499 yuan (around Rs 95,600). The top-end 16GB+1TB version costs 8,499 yuan (around Rs 1,08,300).
Honor is also offering several camera accessories. The Honor G200 telephoto converter costs 999 yuan (around Rs 12,700), while the G200 converter bundled with a telephoto accessory costs 1,499 yuan (around Rs 19,100). The Honor G500 telephoto converter is priced at 1,999 yuan (around Rs 25,500), while the G500 converter with a telephoto accessory costs 2,499 yuan (around Rs 31,900).
The Honor SmallRig dedicated smartphone rig is priced at 1,699 yuan (around Rs 21,700).
Reasons to Buy the Honor Magic 9 Pro Max
8-inch LTPO OLED display with 1.5K 120Hz panel offers up to 10,000 nits peak brightness, 4,320Hz PWM dimming and ultra-thin 0.98mm bezels
Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen6 2nm chipset is paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage
Versatile 200MP camera setup that combines a 200MP main camera with a 50MP ultra-wide and a 200MP 3.5x periscope telephoto camera
Telephoto camera supports up to 200x digital zoom, while the optional G200 and G500 telephoto converters extend the focal length further
ARRI Image Science, the Honor H1 Imaging Chip and CIPA 8.0 stabilisation add to the phone’s imaging capabilities
Huge 8,800mAh battery with 100W wired and 80W wireless charging provide fast top-ups
A device tipped to be the standard Xiaomi 18 has cleared China’s MIIT and SRRC certifications confirming ongoing development.
Reports suggest a December debut, following Xiaomi’s staggered release strategy; Lu Weibing had earlier confirmed a separate launch.
It is tipped to feature Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, 7,200mAh battery (larger than 18 Pro), 200MP main camera, HyperOS 4; likely dual-camera setup, no rear display.
Xiaomi could soon complete its latest flagship lineup with the launch of the standard Xiaomi 18. The company recently introduced the Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max in China but the regular model was not part of the launch. A new certification and fresh leak now suggest that the Xiaomi 18 is still in development and could arrive later this year.
Xiaomi 18 Clears MIIT and SRRC Certification in China
A device carrying the M261DB model number has reportedly passed wireless certification with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). Tipster Digital Chat Station claims that the certified device is the standard Xiaomi 18. Tipster Bald Panda has also shared some key details about the upcoming smartphone.
Meanwhile, tipster Anvin @ZionsAnvin on X shared details of the same smartphone with model M261DB has also cleared SRRC certification in China. While the certification doesn’t confirm any key specs, it provides details of connectivity support.
As per the screenshot, the smartphone will get support for GSM, WCDMA, TD-LTE, LTE FDD, 5G, Wi-Fi (WAPI), and Bluetooth along with modulation methods (GMSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 256QAM, up to 4096QAM).
Xiaomi 18 Could Launch in December
According to a report by XimiTime, the standard Xiaomi 18 could launch in December, which will be around three months after the Xiaomi 18 Pro series. This would follow Xiaomi’s staggered launch approach for the current generation.
Xiaomi Group co-founder and president Lu Weibing had previously confirmed on Weibo that the standard Xiaomi 18 would be launched separately later in the year. This means the regular model was not necessarily expected to debut alongside the Pro models.
The December timeframe would also be similar to Xiaomi’s previous launch strategy. The company introduced the Xiaomi 17 Ultra in China in December 2025 after the earlier launch of the Xiaomi 17 series.
Xiaomi 18 Expected Specifications
Tipster’s post on Weibo.
The Xiaomi 18 is tipped to feature a 6.4-inch flat display with a 1.5K resolution. The display will most likely be Xiaomi’s M11 panel that also features on the recently launched Pro models. It may use two rear cameras instead of the Pro model’s triple-camera system, while gaining a larger battery. However, it is expected to retain the same Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chipset and 200-megapixel main-camera resolution.
The phone may run HyperOS 4 based on Android 17, matching the software generation used by the recently launched Xiaomi 18 Pro models.
The standard model is reportedly expected to have a simpler camera setup than the Pro models. The leak points to a dual rear-camera system, although the exact specifications of the secondary camera have not been revealed. The phone is also expected to skip the secondary rear display found on the Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max.
The 7,200mAh battery could be one of the biggest highlights of the standard model. If the leaked capacity is accurate, the Xiaomi 18 would have a larger battery than the Xiaomi 18 Pro, which comes with a 7,000mAh cell.
The exact camera hardware and other specifications remain unconfirmed at this stage.
For now, Xiaomi has not officially confirmed the launch date or specifications of the standard Xiaomi 18.
Camera highlights include a 50MP ultra-wide front camera (100° FoV) with NaturalTone 2.0; Pro model teased with 4K video recording on both front and rear.
Standard F35 tipped with 6.57-inch AMOLED, 8,000mAh battery, 80W charging, MediaTek 6360; Pro model with 7360 Max chipset, OIS cameras, IP69K durability.
OPPO has confirmed the India launch date of its upcoming F35 series after releasing weeks of teasers. The company is highlighting the series’ selfie camera including its wider field of view and more natural-looking portraits. While OPPO has not yet revealed all the models or their complete specifications, several details have already surfaced through official teasers and leaks. Here’s more on what we know so far.
OPPO F35 Series Launching in India on October 5
The OPPO F35 series will launch in India on October 5. OPPO has confirmed that the lineup will feature a 50-megapixel ultra-wide front camera with a 100-degree field of view. The selfie camera will also support NaturalTone 2.0, which is designed to deliver more natural-looking skin tones.
The company has also teased the Pro model with 4K video recording using both the front and rear cameras.
The F35 series will succeed the F33 lineup in India and continues OPPO’s long-running focus on smartphone photography. The company’s F series first arrived in India with the OPPO F1 in 2016 focusing heavily on selfies before expanding into areas such as design, video recording and durability. With the F35 series, the wider front camera is once again one of the key features OPPO is using to differentiate its phones in the upper mid-range segment.
OPPO F35 Series – Highlights
Marks 10 years of Oppo F-series in India
50MP ultra-wide selfie camera
100° field of view
NaturalTone 2.0 for more natural-looking skin tones
Pro model supports 4K video from front and rear cameras
New “Group Selfie Expert” positioning
F Series has crossed 30 million users in India
How Has the OPPO F Series Evolved Over 10 Years?
Over the past decade, OPPO’s F series has gradually expanded its focus beyond just selfie cameras. The OPPO F1 started the journey with a 16MP selfie camera and the “Selfie Expert” positioning, followed by the F3 with its dual selfie camera setup and the F7, which introduced AI-powered selfie features.
With the F27, OPPO shifted more attention towards durability with an IP69 rating, while the F33 continued the photography-focused approach with a 50MP ultra-wide selfie camera.
The upcoming F35 series now looks set to build on this evolution with another 50MP ultra-wide selfie camera along with a wider 100-degree field of view.
OPPO F35 Expected Specifications
Previously leaked renders of the OPPO F35 Series with F35 and F35 Pro. (Image credit: Gizmochina)
According to leaked information, the standard OPPO F35 could feature a 6.57-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The phone is expected to be powered by the MediaTek 6360 chipset and could use a 4,300mm² VC cooling system for thermal management.
A major highlight could be its 8,000mAh battery, which is expected to support 80W fast charging. For photography, the leaked specifications suggest a 50-megapixel primary rear camera paired with a 2-megapixel secondary sensor. The front camera is expected to be a 50-megapixel ultra-wide unit.
The phone could also offer IP68, IP69, IP69K and IP66 ratings for water and dust resistance. It is reportedly expected to measure 8.8mm thick and weigh around 205 grams.
The F35 could be offered in 6GB+128GB and 8GB+128GB configurations. Its expected price in India is between Rs 35,000 and Rs 40,000, while the colour options could include Wave Blue, Titanium Grey and Mist Pink.
The large battery will put the F35 in competition with other battery-focused smartphones. Realme P4 Power and Narzo Power are also targeting buyers with large batteries, while the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has debuted with a 10,000mAh battery at a higher price point of around Rs 50,000.
OPPO F35 and F35 Pro
OPPO F35 Pro Expected Specification
The OPPO F35 Pro is expected to offer more powerful hardware than the standard model. Leaks suggest that it could be powered by the MediaTek 7360 Max chipset and feature a larger 5,000mm² VC cooling system. Like the standard F35, the Pro model could pack an 8,000mAh battery with support for 80W fast charging.
The camera setup could also receive a significant upgrade. The F35 Pro is tipped to feature a 50-megapixel large-sensor primary camera with optical image stabilisation along with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera. The front could again feature a 50-megapixel ultra-wide selfie camera with support for a Natural Tone feature.
For durability, the Pro model is expected to carry an IP69K rating and could also feature Rainstorm Touch functionality.
The leaked information suggests that the OPPO F35 Pro could be priced between Rs 45,000 and Rs 50,000 in India. However, details about its display, RAM and storage variants, dimensions and colour options have not yet surfaced in the leak.
With the Pro model expected to cross the Rs 40,000 price mark, its camera capabilities, charging performance and chipset will be important factors when compared with other battery- and camera-focused smartphones.
OPPO is expected to reveal the remaining details, including the complete specifications and pricing, at the October 5 India launch.
OPPO Reno16T debuts in China starting at 3,699 yuan (around $550) for the base 12GB+256GB variant.
It comes with a compact 6.32-inch AMOLED display, Dimensity 8550 Super, a 6,700mAh battery with 80W fast charging, and IP68/IP69K durability.
Other features include 200MP + 50MP + 50MP triple rear cameras with OIS, 50MP selfie, up to 3.5x optical zoom, 4K video at 60fps and AI key for Mind Space.
OPPO Reno16T launches in China. (Image credit: OPPO)
OPPO has expanded its Reno lineup in China with the launch of the new OPPO Reno 16T. The smartphone combines a compact design with a large battery, high-resolution cameras and a MediaTek Dimensity 8-series processor. It also comes with a 6.32-inch AMOLED display and an AI key for quick access to Oppo’s Mind Space feature. Here are more details on the new launched smartphone.
Oppo Reno 16t Price and Availability
The Oppo Reno 16t starts at 3,699 yuan (around $550) in China for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant. Oppo is also offering a higher-end version with 16GB RAM and 612GB storage.
The Reno 16t is not a completely different device from the already available Reno 16 in the Chinese market. While the Reno 16 is already widely available, the Reno 16t is priced 200 yuan higher and is mainly targeted at the offline market.
The phone is available in Heartbeat, Galaxy Purple and Moonlight Black colour options.
There has been no word on Reno 16T’s India launch as of now.
Oppo Reno 16t Specifications
OPPO Reno16T. (Image credit: OPPO)
The Oppo Reno 16t features a 6.32-inch flexible AMOLED display with a 2640×1216 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate and 460 PPI pixel density. The panel supports 1.07 billion colours and up to 240Hz touch sampling. Oppo’s official specifications list a global peak brightness of 1800 nits, while promotional material mentions a higher 3600-nit brightness figure.
The phone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super chipset and comes with up to 12GB of LPDDR5X/LPDDR5 RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage.
It packs a large 6700mAh battery with support for 80W SuperVOOC and 80W UFCS fast charging.
For photography, the Reno 16t gets a triple rear camera setup led by a 200-megapixel primary sensor with OIS. It is paired with a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera offering a 116-degree field of view and a 50-megapixel telephoto camera with OIS. The camera system supports up to 3.5x optical zoom and 120x digital zoom.
On the front, the phone has a 50-megapixel autofocus selfie camera. It can record 4K video and supports features such as dual-view video, HDR recording and 4K video recording at 60fps.
The Reno 16t supports Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth and NFC along with an in-display optical fingerprint sensor, USB Type-C and dual nano-SIM connectivity. Oppo has also added an AI Plus key on the left side of the phone, which provides access to Mind Space.
OPPO Reno16T teaser in China. (Image credit: OPPO)
The handset measures up to 8.36mm in thickness, although the exact thickness varies depending on the colour option. It weighs up to 191 grams and has IP68/IP69K-level water and dust resistance for added durability.
Why Compact Design With Huge Batteries Matters?
OnePlus 16T along with several upcoming smartphones follows a growing trend of brands fitting much larger batteries into relatively slim smartphones. It offers a 6700mAh battery in a slim 8.36mm-thick smartphone body.
A 5,000mAh battery has been a practical battery capacity for smartphones in last few years, primarily because pushing much beyond that generally meant using more internal space and adding thickness or weight. Now, Silicon-carbon batteries have changed that equation with the use of silicon in the anode material.
Silicon can store considerably more lithium than graphite by weight, which allows smartphone makers to increase the amount of energy stored in a similar physical space. This is a major reason phones can now cross the 7,000mAh mark while staying around the thickness of previous 5,000mAh phones.
The upcoming Vivo V80 is expected to feature a 7,200mAh battery, while the OPPO F35 Pro could pack an 8,000mAh cell. Meanwhile, the OnePlus 16T is also expected to join the 7,000mAh-class battery segment. Improvements in battery technology and internal design are allowing manufacturers to increase capacity without making phones excessively thick or bulky. Meanwhile, the upcoming OnePlus 16 is expected to take the battery race even further with a 9,000mAh battery.
OnePlus 16 will debut in China on October 12 featuring Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen6 built on a 2nm process.
The phone will introduce 185Hz native gaming, DLSS 4-style superframe tech, and a self-developed triple esports chip system (display, network, touch).
Other specs and features: 200MP + 50MP + 50MP cameras with LUMO Imaging, 6.78-inch AMOLED, 9,000mAh battery and up to 16GB RAM + 1TB storage.
OnePlus 16 China launch date confirmed.
OnePlus has officially confirmed the launch date of its next flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 16. The phone will launch in China on October 12 and the Chinese brand has already revealed several gaming-focused technologies ahead of the event. After the new white colour image leak, the latest updates put gaming performance at the centre of the OnePlus 16 with features including a new Fengchi Game Core, a self-developed esports triple-chip system, an 185Hz ultra-high refresh rate and DLSS 4-generation-style superframe technology. Here are more details.
OnePlus 16 Launch Date Confirmed for October 12
OnePlus has confirmed that the OnePlus 16 will launch in China on October 12. Alongside the launch date, the company has revealed some of the phone’s key gaming technologies.
The OnePlus 16 will feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen6 built on a 2nm process, according to the latest announcement. The phone will also support an 185Hz ultra-high refresh rate and feature a new-generation Fengchi Game Core designed for gaming performance and power efficiency.
OnePlus is also introducing a new-generation self-developed esports triple-core system along with DLSS 4-generation-style superframe technology aimed at delivering smoother gameplay.
OnePlus 16 Gets Triple Esports Chip System
The OnePlus 16’s self-developed esports solution consists of three dedicated chips:
Super Display P4 Screen Chip
Wi-Fi / Esports Network Chip G3
Lingxi Touch Chip T3
These chips are designed to handle different aspects of the gaming experience including display performance, network connectivity and touch response.
OnePlus is also highlighting native 185FPS gaming on the OnePlus 16. The company says the feature will be supported in games including Game For Peace, Arena Breakout, Nizhan Future, CrossFire Legends, Lost Light and Naruto Mobile, among others.
The combination of the high refresh rate, dedicated gaming chips and superframe technology is expected to help the phone deliver smoother gameplay while keeping power consumption under control.
OnePlus 16 Display, Camera and Performance Details
The OnePlus 16 had previously been confirmed to support a system-wide 165Hz refresh rate, although the latest gaming announcement highlights an even higher 185Hz mode for supported gaming scenarios.
Earlier reports also suggested that the phone could feature a 6.78-inch AMOLED display and a large 9,000mAh battery. The flagship has reportedly scored 5,384,433 points on AnTuTu V12. The reported score includes 1,458,283 points in the CPU test, 2,010,584 points in the GPU test, 766,362 points in the memory test and 1,149,204 points in the UX test.
Earlier leaks had pointed towards the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro, but OnePlus’ latest announcement now points to the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen6 for the upcoming flagship.
OnePlus has already confirmed a 200-megapixel HPE primary camera for the OnePlus 16. It will be joined by a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera and a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with OIS and 3X zoom.
The phone will also introduce the company’s LUMO Imaging system. It will include the LUMO Color Palette and Open Gate support, while video recording will support up to 4K at 120fps along with Dolby Vision and LOG recording.
The camera system will also offer several new shooting modes. These include Master Mode for film-like control over light and shadows, High-Resolution Mode for improved clarity and 65:24 Wide-Field Mode for a more cinematic aspect ratio.
OnePlus 16 Colours and Storage Options
Previous official teasers have confirmed colour options for the OnePlus 16 in China. These include Dark Forest in black finish, Mars Masterpiece with a light orange finish and Tomorrow Starlight in grey. The Mars Masterpiece and Tomorrow Starlight versions are expected to feature a unique pattern on the rear panel.
OnePlus is also expected to offer the phone in four memory and storage configurations including 12GB + 256GB, 12GB + 512GB, 16GB + 512GB and 16GB + 1TB.
More details about the OnePlus 16 including pricing and availability are expected to be revealed at the upcoming China launch.
OnePlus 16’s new official-looking hands-on images have surfaced online. The images offer a closer look at the phone’s design and reveal a new white colour option that was not among the colours previously teased by OnePlus. Here’s more on what we know based on the new images.
OnePlus 16 White Colour Hands-On Image Surface
The new images suggest that the OnePlus 16 will retain a familiar design language from the OnePlus 15 including a large rear camera module and a flat frame. At the same time, the white finish and subtle texture on the rear panel give the phone a slightly different look.
The phone has a chunky, rounded-square camera island on the back with what appears to be three rear cameras and an LED flash. Two large camera rings are clearly visible in the surfaced images.
The smartphone can also be seen with a flat metal frame, giving it a more boxy flagship appearance. The newly spotted white finish features a subtle textured pattern on the rear panel. This is notable as OnePlus had previously confirmed three colour options for the phone in China.
The company’s customisable AI key is also visible in the new images. The phone appears to have slim bezels around the display, while the front features a flat screen with a centre-aligned punch-hole camera.
Overall, the OnePlus 16 appears to retain the familiar design approach of its predecessor while adding a new white finish to the lineup.
OnePlus 16 – What Else We Know So Far?
According to earlier official teasers, the OnePlus 16 will be available in three colour options in China. These include Dark Forest with a black finish, Mars Masterpiece with a light orange finish, and Tomorrow Starlight in grey.
OnePlus is expected to offer the flagship in four RAM and storage configurations in China. These include 12GB RAM with 256GB storage, 12GB RAM with 512GB storage, 16GB RAM with 512GB storage, and a top-end 16GB RAM with 1TB storage.
OnePlus has already confirmed that the OnePlus 16 will support a system-wide 165Hz refresh rate. The company has not revealed all the hardware specifications yet, but previous leaks suggest that the phone could be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset. The phone has also reportedly appeared on AnTuTu V12, where it scored 5,384,433 points. The reported score includes 1,458,283 points in the CPU test, 2,010,584 points in the GPU test, 766,362 points in the memory test, and 1,149,204 points in the UX test.
OnePlus has confirmed a 200-megapixel HPE primary camera for the OnePlus 16, along with a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera and a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with OIS and 3X optical zoom.
The flagship OnePlus smartphone will also introduce the LUMO Imaging system. It will include features such as the LUMO Color Palette and Open Gate support. For video recording, the phone is expected to support up to 4K at 120fps, along with Dolby Vision and LOG recording. OnePlus is also adding new camera modes including Master Mode for film-like control over light and shadows, High-Resolution Mode for improved detail and a 65:24 Wide-Field Mode aimed at delivering a cinematic aspect ratio.
Other rumoured specifications include a 6.78-inch AMOLED display and a large 9,000mAh battery.
OnePlus 16 Launch Timeline
OnePlus has not announced the official launch date of the OnePlus 16 yet. However, the company has already started revealing key details about the flagship and has opened pre-reservations in China. Some reports have claimed the flagship smartphone will most likely arrived by the end of October 2026.
More details about the launch date, pricing and remaining specifications are expected to be revealed soon.
Vivo V80, Vivo S2 FE and OPPO F35 series are among the key phones launching in India in October 2026.
The OPPO Find X10 series is expected to enter global markets in October after a successful launch in China.
Motorola Edge 70 Neo is also expected in October but the exact launch date has not been announced yet.
October 2026 appears to be a busy month for smartphone launches in India.Vivo, OPPO and Motorola are expected to introduce several new models including flagship smartphones, camera-focused devices and phones with large batteries.
The month will begin with the Vivo V80 and Vivo S2 FE, while OPPO is expected to bring its F35 series around the same time. Later in the month, the OPPO Find X10 series is expected to arrive, while Motorola has confirmed that the Edge 70 Neo is coming to India.
Quick October Launch Timeline
Date
Smartphones
Status
October 5
OPPO F35 5G and OPPO F35 Pro 5G
Expected
October 6
Vivo V80
confirmed, 12 PM IST
October 6
Vivo S2 FE
confirmed
October
Motorola Edge 70 Neo
confirmed, exact date not announced
Late October
OPPO Find X10 series
expected, with October 28 tipped as a possible date
Vivo V80 – Launch Confirmed for October 6
The Vivo V80 will launch in India on October 6 at 12 PM IST. It will be available in Sunrise Anthem, Horizon Blue and Stellar Black colours through Vivo’s India website, Amazon, Flipkart and offline retail stores.
Vivo has confirmed that the smartphone will feature a 6.59-inch 1.5K OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and up to 5,000 nits of local peak brightness. The phone will run OriginOS 7 based on Android 17 and feature a one-piece cold-carved glass body with a floating camera module.
For cameras, the Vivo V80 will feature a 50MP OIS primary camera and a 50MP Night Telephoto camera along with a 50MP Group Selfie camera. All three cameras will be tuned by Zeiss. The setup will support 3x optical zoom, up to 100x zoom, 4K Cinematic Video and 4K 60fps recording. Vivo has also confirmed camera features such as AI Creative Camera, Live Sticker Collage and AI Diwali Portrait 2.0.
The phone will be powered by a 7,200mAh battery with 90W FlashCharge support. Vivo claims that it can provide up to 14 hours of navigation and up to 39.5 hours of local video playback.
A leaked box MRP suggests that the 8GB + 128GB variant could carry an MRP of Rs. 1,19,999. However, the box MRP is generally higher than the actual selling price. A tipster has claimed that the phone will launch at a price above Rs. 60,000.
Leaks also point towards the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset paired with LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. The phone is also expected to feature an 8MP ultra-wide camera and IP68/IP69 dust and water resistance.
OPPO F35 5G – Launch Expected on October 5
The OPPO F35 5G is rumoured to launch in India around October 5. According to rumours, the phone is expected to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6360 chipset and a 6.57-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.
It could pack an 8,000mAh battery with 80W charging and a 4,300mm² VC cooling system. For photography, the F35 could have a 50MP + 2MP rear camera setup and a 50MP ultra-wide selfie camera. It is also tipped to offer IP68, IP69, IP69K and IP66 ratings.
The phone is expected to measure 8.8mm in thickness and weigh 205 grams. It could be available in 6GB + 128GB and 8GB + 128GB configurations.
The expected price is between Rs. 35,000 and Rs. 40,000, while colour options could include Wave Blue, Titanium Grey and Mist Pink.
OPPO F35 Pro 5G – Launch Expected on October 5
The OPPO F35 Pro 5G is also rumoured to launch around October 5 in India. It is expected to sit above the standard F35 and could be powered by the octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Max chipset.
The phone is tipped to pack an 8,000mAh battery with 80W charging and a larger 5,000mm² VC cooling system. For photography, the F35 Pro could feature a 50MP large-sensor main camera with OIS and an 8MP ultra-wide camera. On the front, it is expected to have a 50MP ultra-wide selfie camera with Natural Tone.
The phone is also tipped to offer IP69K protection along with Rainstorm Touch support. Its expected price is between Rs. 45,000 and Rs. 50,000.
Vivo S2 FE – Launch On October 6
Vivo has confirmed that the Vivo S2 FE will launch in Indiaalongside the Vivo V80 on October 6. A Flipkart microsite for the smartphone is already live, confirming that it will be sold through the platform.
A leaked box price reportedly puts the 6GB + 128GB variant at Rs. 39,999. However, the actual selling price could be lower. The Vivo S2 originally launched at this price but is now more expensive following a price hike.
The Flipkart teaser has revealed the phone’s rear design. It features a flat green back panel with rounded corners and flat-looking side frames. The top-left corner houses a rounded-square camera module with two large circular camera elements arranged vertically. An LED flash is placed beside the upper camera.
The Vivo S2 FE is tipped to feature a 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 2,000 nits HBM brightness. It is expected to use the MediaTek Dimensity 7300e along with LPDDR4X RAM, UFS 3.1 storage and a reported 3,800 sq mm VC cooling system.
One of its biggest reported features is a 10,000mAh battery, although Vivo has not confirmed this capacity yet. The phone is also expected to support 44W charging. Despite the large battery, the phone is reportedly 8.75mm thick and weighs 225 grams.
For cameras, the phone is tipped to feature a 50MP Sony IMX852 primary camera, 2MP secondary camera and 32MP selfie camera. IP68 and IP69 ratings are also expected.
The Vivo S2 FE is also expected to receive three OS updates and five years of security updates.
Interestingly, the reported specifications and design are similar to the Vivo V80 Lite 5G sold in Malaysia, although Vivo has not confirmed any connection.
OPPO Find X10 Series – Launch Expected By Late October
The OPPO Find X10 series is expected to launch in India by late October or early November 2026, ahead of the Diwali festive season. The series recently debuted in China and has already appeared on India’s BIS certification database.
A tentative launch date of October 28, 2026 has also been mentioned by tipsters, although OPPO has not officially confirmed the date. The premium lineup is expected to include the standard Find X10 and the premium Find X10 Pro Max. The Find X10 Pro is reportedly expected to remain exclusive to China.
The standard Find X10 is expected to start at around Rs. 90,000, based on its Chinese starting price of CNY 5,499. Meanwhile, the Find X10 Pro Max could fall in the Rs. 1,20,000 to Rs. 1,50,000 range based on its Chinese starting price of CNY 6,799.
The Find X10 comes with a 6.59-inch 1.5K AMOLED LTPO display, while the Pro Max gets a larger 6.78-inch panel. Both support a 144Hz refresh rate, with the standard model reportedly featuring bezels as thin as 0.99mm. It uses MediaTek’s next-generation flagship chipsets based on a 2nm architecture. The Find X10 uses the Dimensity 9600M, while the Find X10 Pro Max gets the higher-end Dimensity 9600 Pro.
The Find X10 Pro Max features a triple 200MP camera system, covering the main, ultra-wide and periscope telephoto cameras. The standard Find X10 has a dual 200MP setup consisting of the main and telephoto cameras paired with a 50MP ultra-wide camera. Both models feature a 50MP selfie camera. Both core models are also equipped with an 8,000mAh battery, supporting 80W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.
The phones are expected to run ColorOS 17 based on Android 17 out of the box.
Motorola Edge 70 Neo – Launch Expected in October
Motorola Edge 70 Neo leaked render.
Motorola has confirmed that the Motorola Edge 70 Neo will launch in India, although the company has not revealed the exact launch date yet. Motorola has also kept most of the phone’s specifications under wraps.
The smartphone has already appeared on Geekbench 7.0.0, where it was tested on Android AArch64. The Edge 70 Neo scored 723 points in the single-core test and 2,943 points in the multi-core test. The listing shows the phone using an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (SM763) chipset.
More information about its pricing, design, display, cameras and other specifications is expected closer to the official launch.
Which Upcoming Phone Looks Most Exciting?
October’s upcoming smartphone lineup covers several different segments and priorities. The Vivo V80 stands out for its Zeiss-tuned camera setup and 7,200mAh battery, while the OPPO Find X10 series is aimed at the premium flagship segment with Hasselblad camera technology and high-end hardware.
The OPPO F35 Pro, meanwhile, combines an 8,000mAh battery with a 50MP OIS main camera, making battery life and camera hardware two of its key reported highlights.
Samsung Galaxy A08 4G tipped at Rs 18,999 in India for 4GB + 64GB.
Samsung Galaxy F08 and Galaxy M08 are expected as rebrands priced at Rs 16,999 each.
Leak suggests pricing effective from September 25, 2026 but Samsung has not officially confirmed launch dates or additional RAM/storage variants.
It appears Samsung is bringing another budget smartphone to the Indian market. The Galaxy A08 4G has already been launched in international markets and reports claim the model is now expected to be introduced inIndia as well. As of now, Samsung has not announced anything about the Indian launch. While we wait for an official announcement, a new leak by tipster Sanju Choudhary on X has revealed the expected prices of the Galaxy A08 4G, Galaxy F08 and Galaxy M08.
Galaxy A08 4G, Galaxy F08 and Galaxy M08 Price in India
According to the latest post by the tipster, Samsung could launch the Galaxy A08 4G at ₹18,999 in India. This price is reportedly for the 4GB RAM and 64GB storage configuration.
The Galaxy F08 and Galaxy M08 are expected to be launched as rebranded versions of the Galaxy A08 4G. According to the same leak, both these smartphones could be priced at ₹16,999.
It is currently unclear if Samsung will offer additional RAM and storage variants for any of the three models.
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Samsung A08/M08/F08 4G to launch at ₹16,999 for 4/64GB & here’s everything you need to know:
The leaked information comes from an image that appears to be an internal Samsung communication. It mentions September 25, 2026, as the effective date for the listed prices. However, there has been no official teaser or launch announcement from Samsung for the Indian market yet.
Galaxy A08 4G Specifications
The Galaxy A08 4G’s global version can give us an idea of what Samsung could offer with the Galaxy F08 and Galaxy M08 if they are indeed launched as rebranded models.
The phone features a 6.7-inch HD+ LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate and a waterdrop-style notch. Under the hood, it uses the MediaTek Helio G99 chipset, supports UFS 2.2 storage and six years of software updates. It packs a 50MP primary rear camera using a 1/2.76-inch sensor paired with a 2MP secondary camera. An 8MP front camera handles selfies and video calls.
The smartphone is equipped with a large 6,000mAh battery and supports 25W charging. It measures 8mm in thickness and weighs 197 grams. Samsung also provides an IP64 rating for the phone. Other features include a microSD card slot and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Samsung Galaxy F08 and M08 Launch Details
As of now, Samsung has not confirmed whether the Galaxy A08 4G, Galaxy F08 and Galaxy M08 will launch together in India. The company has also not revealed their launch dates or officially confirmed the leaked prices.
If the Galaxy F08 and Galaxy M08 do use the same hardware as the global Galaxy A08 4G, their specifications could be similar to the ones described above. However, all these days details are based on rumours and leaks so far, which means we have to wait for Samsung to confirm the Indian specifications and pricing.
A device carrying the M261DB model number has reportedly passed wireless certification with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). Tipster Digital Chat Station claims that the certified device is the standard Xiaomi 18. Tipster Bald Panda has also shared some key details about the upcoming smartphone.
