Apple announced 17 winners of the 2025 App Store Awards across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, Arcade and Vision Pro.
Top winners – Tiimo won iPhone App of the Year, Pokémon TCG Pocket took iPhone Game of the Year, Detail and DREDGE led on iPad, Essayist and Cyberpunk 2077 topped Mac.
Apple also honoured six apps and games for fostering accessibility, inclusion, creativity and social awareness.
Caption – Apple Reveals 2025 App Store Award Winners. (Image credit – Apple)
Apple has officially announced the winners of the 2025 App Store Awards, celebrating 17 standout apps and games across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. This year’s selections were recognised for their innovation, design, user experience, and cultural significance.
AI-powered planner Tiimo secured the iPhone App of the Year, while Pokémon TCG Pocket earned the iPhone Game of the Year title. Other notable winners include Strava, HBO Max, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, StoryGraph, and more.
Apple App Store Awards 2025 – Complete List of Winners
Caption – Tiimo app.
Tiimo topped competitors such as BandLab and LADDER to win iPhone App of the Year, having also been an Apple Design Awards Finalist in 2024. For gaming, Pokémon TCG Pocket beat titles like Capybara Go! and Thronefall to claim iPhone Game of the Year.
In the official newsroom post, Apple CEO Tim Cook said, “This year’s winners represent the creativity and excellence that define the App Store, and they demonstrate the meaningful impact that world-class apps and games have on people everywhere.”
Caption – Detail app.
For iPad users, the AI-backed video editing app Detail was crowned iPad App of the Year, offering intuitive auto-editing tools for short-form and long-form video creation. On the gaming front, DREDGE won iPad Game of the Year, outperforming contenders such as Infinity Nikki and Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown.
Caption – Essayist app.
On Mac, Essayist secured Mac App of the Year, while Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition by CD Projekt Red won Mac Game of the Year, surpassing Assassin’s Creed: Shadows and Neva.
For Apple Arcade, WHAT THE CLASH? from Triband ApS was declared the best game on the platform.
Apple Vision Pro also had its own category this year. Explore POV claimed Vision Pro App of the Year, and Porta Nubi took home Vision Pro Game of the Year.
On the wearables and TV categories, Strava earned Apple Watch App of the Year, while HBO Max secured Apple TV App of the Year.
Cultural Impact Winners
Beyond technical excellence, Apple honoured five titles that delivered positive cultural and social contributions through the Cultural Impact Awards. These apps and games were highlighted for fostering inclusion, accessibility, awareness, and creativity.
The Cultural Impact awardees include:
Art of Fauna (Klemens Strasser) – A relaxing wildlife illustration puzzle game that sets new benchmarks for accessibility.
Chants of Sennaar (Playdigious) – An adventure game celebrating language and communication through a symbolic narrative.
despelote (Panic, Inc.) – A first-person story offering a heartfelt look at a community united by football amidst national challenges.
Be My Eyes (Be My Eyes) – An AI-supported app that uses a global volunteer network to assist individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
Focus Friend by Hank Green (B-Tech Consulting Group LLC) – A gamified focus timer that helps users fight digital distractions.
StoryGraph (The StoryGraph) – A reading platform that fosters community and discovery, elevating diverse authors and authentic storytelling.
Apple highlighted that “these apps and games were recognised for their positive impact, providing users with helpful tools, promoting understanding, and shaping a more inclusive world.”
FAQs
Q1. Which apps won iPhone App and Game of the Year in 2025?
Answer. Tiimo was named iPhone App of the Year, while Pokémon TCG Pocket won iPhone Game of the Year.
Q2. What were the standout winners across iPad and Mac categories?
Answer. Detail was crowned iPad App of the Year, DREDGE won iPad Game of the Year, Essayist took Mac App of the Year, and Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition won Mac Game of the Year.
Q3. What is the Cultural Impact Award of App Store Awards and who were the winners?
Answer. The Cultural Impact Award honours apps and games with positive social contributions. Winners included Be My Eyes, StoryGraph, Chants of Sennaar, despelote, Focus Friend, and Art of Fauna.
Vivo S50 will launch in four finishes, Confession (White), Inspiration Purple, Gentle Blue, and Space Black.
Expected specs include Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, Android 16, up to 16GB RAM, 90W fast charging, 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, IP69 + IP68 water resistance, LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage.
The Vivo S50 series is set to debut in China in December 2025 with pre-bookings already open.
Vivo is gearing up to introduce its Vivo S50 series in China this month. Ahead of the official debut, the company has now teased all the colour options for the standard Vivo S50 model. The new update highlights four distinct colour finishes including a brand-new shade debuting with this series. Here’s what we know based on the latest teasers.
Vivo S50 – Colour Variants (Revealed)
According to the latest teasers Vivo has shared on its official Weibo account, the Vivo S50 will be available in four colour choices. The brand has posted multiple teaser posters of colour variants namely Confession (White), Inspiration Purple, Gentle Blue, and Space Black.
Among these, the Confession variant is a fresh addition to Vivo’s lineup. The company describes it as a shade featuring “a touch of White that harmonises both sunshine and the first snow,” hinting at a soft, elegant aesthetic previously reported in earlier leaks.
Caption – Vivo S50 Inspiration Purple, Gentle Blue, and Space Black colour variants revealed. (Image credit – Vivo)
The Inspiration Purple option is said to offer a dreamy, romantic feel, while Gentle Blue brings a refreshing and energetic charm. Meanwhile, Space Black aims to deliver a warm, calm, and soothing presence. Notably, Inspiration Purple will also be available for the Vivo S50 Pro mini model, and recent updates on Weibo indicate that the Confession colour may be introduced for the Pro mini as well.
Caption – Vivo’s official posts on Weibo. (Image credit – Vivo)
Vivo S50 Series – Specifications (Expected and Confirmed)
Earlier appearances on Geekbench and China’s 3C certification site confirmed multiple specifications for the Vivo S50. The standard model is expected to come with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, Android 16, up to 16GB RAM, and support for 90W wired fast charging.
Vivo has also confirmed several premium features for the S50 lineup, including a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint 2.0 sensor, IP69 + IP68 dual-level water resistance, LPDDR5X (9600Mbps) RAM, and UFS 4.1 storage.
Additional design elements include a squircle-shaped rear camera module, an aerospace-grade aluminium frame, and construction enhanced by a satin lithography process, offering both durability and aesthetic refinement.
Vivo S50 Series – Launch Timeline
The Vivo S50 series is scheduled to launch in China in December 2025 with pre-bookings already open. However, the company has yet to officially announce the exact launch date.
More details about the Vivo S50 lineup are expected in the coming days as the launch approaches.
FAQs
Q1. What colour options will the Vivo S50 be available in?
Answer. Vivo has teased four finishes i.e. Confession (White), Inspiration Purple, Gentle Blue, and Space Black.
Q2. What specifications are expected for the Vivo S50?
Answer. The standard model is tipped to feature Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, Android 16, up to 16GB RAM, 90W fast charging, IP69 + IP68 water resistance, LPDDR5X RAM, and UFS 4.1 storage.
Q3. When is the Vivo S50 series launching?
Answer. The Vivo S50 lineup is scheduled to launch in China in December 2025, with pre-bookings already open, though the exact date is yet to be announced.
Over the years, itel India has not only cemented its dominance in the sub-₹10,000 segment, but it has also played a pivotal role in accelerating digital inclusion for Bharat’s Tier-2 to Tier-5 consumers. It has one of India’s most extensive distribution ecosystems, spanning 1,000 distributors, 1.3 lakh retailers, and more than 1,000 service centres. The brand stands at the forefront of making technology truly accessible for all.
Arjit Talapatra: Powering the Next Chapter of Affordable Innovation
At the helm of it all is Mr Arijeet Talapatra, CEO of itel India. Guided by the brand’s mission of “technology for all,” Mr Talapatra has propelled the company to an impressive base of over 11 crore users across smartphones, feature phones, smart gadgets, and televisions. In 2025, he is steering an ambitious AI-led product roadmap, strengthening local manufacturing, and forging strategic partnerships that bring technology even closer to everyday users.
In this exclusive interaction, we sat down with Mr Talapatra to discuss his vision for the brand, the evolving needs of Indian consumers, and itel’s long-term strategy for innovation, affordability, and deeper market penetration. A business management postgraduate with a strong background in FMCG and telecom, Mr Talapatra is widely recognised for his practical innovation mindset, market resilience, and commitment to advancing India’s electronics manufacturing value chain.
What follows is a candid conversation about the future of smartphones in India and how itel plans to stay ahead of the curve.
Q1. What is the core vision of itel that drives its product ecosystem today?
Inside itel’s Big Vision for Bharat
The Brand DNA of itel is DRA – Durability, Reliability and Affordability – we are a brand that is uniquely positioned to cater to the real Bharat – the people living in Tier 3, 4, and 5 cities. At the core of our products lie our 3P promise – Protection from Dust, Water and Drops. Durability is crucial, especially in the sub 10K segment as it caters to a segment that is price sensitive in nature. We want to ensure that durable and reliable technology is accessible to everyone. That guides every product choice and every expansion in our ecosystem.
Q2. How does itel balance innovation with affordability across a diverse product portfolio?
“Inside itel’s Vision for Bharat with Arjit Talapatra”
Innovation becomes power when it bridges affordability. Our innovations have always been rooted in practical utility. Manufacturing in India allows us to respond quickly to the needs of Indian consumers while maintaining high-quality standards. This local presence enables us to tailor products for Indian users and contribute meaningfully to the country’s technology growth and accessibility. We have always been a strong proponent of Make in India and have 3 manufacturing facilities in Noida – with a capacity of producing more than 24 million handsets each year. itel is a brand which is Made in India, Made for India and Made by Indians and this is a major contributor to our vison of democratizing technology for Bharat.
Q3. What are your thoughts about the budget smartphone category in India? How do you see it evolving over the years and what are your hopes for the category? And specifically, what role can itel play?
The budget segment (under 10K) is a very crucial segment as this attracts a significant proportion of users transitioning from 2G to 4G or even 5G. However, the rising prices of chips do present a challenge for us. Consumers expect better performance, better cameras and easy access to 5G, even at lower prices. itel is the only brand in India which offers a free screen replacement guarantee within 3 months – which we are able to do because of our utmost confidence in our product quality. We aim to help make their transition smooth, ensuring we are the preferred brand when the large base of FP users switch to smartphones.
Trust is earned by delivering products that perform reliably and provide long-term value. As per a CMR report of 2024, itel leads above its competitors with high scores in overall satisfaction (94%), brand loyalty (94%), and advocacy with NPS score of 24%. These high scores are a testament to the immense trust enjoyed by itel in India. itel has established a robust service network with over 1000 service centres throughout the country, ensuring unrestricted access to after-sales support for our customers regardless of where they are. These factors are a key enabler of our dominant 23% market share in the sub 10K segment.
Q4. The recently launched itel A90 Limited Edition has a real emphasis on durability features. How are durability, performance and sustainability significant in the budget smartphone category?
“Leading India’s Next Mobility Wave
Today, durability has become a must have feature for smartphones in India. Durability matters because many families rely on a single device for years. It must handle real world use and still perform well. Beyond the tech appeal, they offer something simpler, confidence that a phone will last long and not disappoint users. The itel A90 Limited Edition shows that toughness and responsible design can be delivered at an affordable price. Currently, we are the only brand in India to offer Military Grade durability in the sub 7K segment (itel A90 Limited Edition smartphone). Durability features like IP Ratings, Military Grade certifications have now started making their way in consumer conversations – a shift pioneered by itel in India.
Q5. itel has established itself in the Feature Phone category as well. But with smartphones and now AI getting the centre stage, how do you foresee the future of Feature Phones? Is there any scope for innovation there or can we expect a disruption in the category?
itel leads the FP market – No. 1 Brand of India consistently since the last few years – with a dominant 34% market share (Counterpoint, 2025). itel has maintained strong leadership in feature phones by having a clear understanding of what our customers value most – durability, reliability and ease of use. We have been the No. 1 Feature Phone brand of India consistently for the last few years now. Feature phones still have a user base of more than 220 million (Counterpoint).
We have a very strong focus on practical innovation – something that is useful for people in their daily lives. For instance – this year we launched the King Signal Feature Phone – an innovative, high-performance feature phone built for those who demand exceptional signal strength, with 62% stronger network connectivity and 510% longer call duration in low network areas. Feature phones will stay important for users who value simplicity and long battery life. We see this space evolving steadily rather than facing sudden disruption. Our experience in this category allows us to introduce meaningful upgrades without losing the simplicity people depend on. Not only smartphones, nowadays feature phones are built to withstand extreme temperatures ranging from -40 degrees Celsius to 70 degrees Celsius.
Q6. How is itel planning on leveraging the AI storm across the different product categories?
GenAI smartphone share of overall smartphone shipments is expected to reach 54% by 2028. AI is going to be a strategic driver of our product roadmap for 2025 and beyond, ensuring greater accessibility of AI, particularly in Tier 3, 4 and 5 cities. Recently, we launched Super Guru 4G – which became India’s 1st AI Enabled Feature Phone (Counterpoint). We started our journey of AI with the introduction of inbuilt itel AI Voice Assistant in itel’s smartphones. When we added AI to feature phones, our goal was to make its usage easier for everyone, massifying AI for Bharat. Until now, AI features were largely limited to premium smartphones category. However, we have ensured that access to AI features are not restricted to products or price range – truly democratizing technology for India.
Q7. Can you share with us if any recent consumer behaviour trends have influenced itel’s product strategy?
Durability has become very crucial for customers, especially in the budget smartphone segment. This change is especially visible in India, which has a significant base of price conscious consumers. Almost eight out of ten buyers now call durability a must-have feature for phones (CMR, 2024). That is a real shift in what people value. They are not asking for more features – they are asking for reliability. itel has been at the forefront of leading this change with its exciting range of durable, reliable and affordable products – be it feature phones, smartphones or smart gadgets.
Q8. Smart features and connectivity play a significant role in consumer electronics today. What is itel’s roadmap in finding opportunities in that sphere?
From smartphones to smart gadgets and home appliances, every product we create is built to work seamlessly, deliver reliability, and remain accessible to all. Our goal is to offer a meaningful experience across a diverse range of durable and affordable devices – ensuring that technology not only fits effortlessly into the daily lives of users but also adds lasting value for them.
Q9. What are some of the areas where you think itel must focus on in the next 3 to 5 years?
Looking forward, we aim to maintain our dominance in feature phones and smartphones in the sub 10K segment. A major focus will also be on strengthening our smart gadgets and accessories portfolio and taking it to the next level by introducing a series of innovative products that is going to redefine style, quality, and user experience. AI is going to play a pivotal importance in our product roadmap for the next few years. We want itel to become an ecosystem brand, a one-stop solution for feature phones, smartphones, smart gadgets, TV, solar products, personal grooming and home appliances for consumers in Tier 3, 4 and 5 cities that will make their everyday lives better.
Q10. Lastly, if you had to pick one upcoming itel product or technology that excites you the most, what would it be?
Many exciting launches are scheduled to be launched next year. I cannot reveal much about the products now, but I can assure you that consumers and tech enthusiasts will not be disappointed.
FAQs
Q1. When did itel enter the Indian market?
Answer. itel launched in India in April 2016 as part of Transsion Holdings, aiming to democratise technology for the masses.
Q2. What is itel India’s brand vision?
Answer. itel India’s vision is “technology for all”, reflecting its commitment to affordable, value-driven offerings that make life more convenient.
Q3. What products does itel India offer?
Answer. itel India’s portfolio includes smartphones, feature phones, smart TVs, soundbars, and smart gadgets, targeting aspirational consumers in Tier 3 and below markets.
Q4. What recognition has itel India received?
Answer, itel was honoured as the “Most Popular Smartphone Brand in Sub-7k Segment” and “Best Budget Smart TV Brand” at the Mobility Excellence Awards 2021.
Q5. What is itel India’s mission?
Answer. itel India’s mission is to provide budget-friendly consumer electronics and lifestyle products, ensuring affordability, accessibility, and innovation for all.
Oppo Pad 5 has appeared on the BIS certification website under model numbers OPD2503 and OPD2502.
It features a 12.1-inch LCD display, MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, up to 16GB RAM, 512GB storage, 10,420mAh battery with 67W fast charging and dual 8MP cameras.
Pricing and the exact launch date have not been confirmed yet.
Caption – Oppo Pad 5. (Image credit – OnePlus)
Oppo’s latest tablet, the Oppo Pad 5, may soon make its way to the Indian market. It has recently surfaced on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) website, an important sign of an upcoming launch. While Oppo has not confirmed any India-related details yet, the certification strongly indicates that the tablet’s debut is around the corner. The device was launched in China earlier in October.
Oppo Pad 5 Listed on BIS with Two Model Numbers
Oppo Pad 5 received BIS certification. (Image credit – @Sudhanshu1414 on X)
An Oppo tablet believed to be the Oppo Pad 5 has appeared on the BIS database under model numbers OPD2503 and OPD2502. It was spotted by tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore @Sudhanshu1414 on X (formerly Twitter). Both models registered under certification number R-93038296 received approval earlier in November with OPD2503 certified on November 13 and OPD2502 on November 11.
The listing doesn’t disclose any specifications, but it confirms that Oppo is gearing up for the device’s India entry.
OPPO Pad 5 has recently cleared BIS certification, India launch expected soon.
– Dimensity 9400+
– LPDDR5X + UFS 3.1 or UFS 4.1
– 12.1″ LCD, 3000×2120, 144Hz
– 8MP Rear + 8MP Front
– 10,420mAh, 67W | USB 3.2 Gen 1
– Android 16, ColorOS 16 pic.twitter.com/Vi9EAVnYoH
The Oppo Pad 5 made its debut in China alongside the Find X9 series in October.
The Chinese version of the Oppo Pad 5 runs ColorOS 16 based on Android 16. It features a 12.1-inch LCD display with a 2,120×3,000-pixel resolution, up to 144Hz adaptive refresh rate and 900 nits peak brightness. Powering the tablet is the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ chipset, paired with up to 16GB RAM and 512GB internal storage.
The tablet includes an 8-megapixel rear camera and an 8-megapixel front camera. It packs a sizeable 10,420mAh battery that supports 67W fast charging.
The tablet in China is priced at CNY 2,599 (approx. Rs. 32,000) for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage variant, while the highest configuration with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage is priced at CNY 3,599 (approx. Rs. 44,000). The Indian pricing may differ as Oppo’s devices usually retail slightly cheaper in China.
In China, the Oppo Pad 5 is available in multiple finishes, which are Galaxy Silver, Space Grey, Galaxy Silver Soft Light Edition, and Lucky Purple Soft Light Edition. The same colour options may arrive in India, though Oppo has yet to confirm details.
FAQs
Q1. What does the BIS certification listing reveal about the Oppo Pad 5?
Answer. The Oppo Pad 5 appeared on the BIS database under model numbers OPD2503 and OPD2502, strongly hinting at an upcoming India launch.
Q2. What are the key specifications of the Oppo Pad 5 (China model)?
Answer. It features a 12.1-inch LCD display (144Hz, 900 nits), MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, up to 16GB RAM, 512GB storage, dual 8MP cameras, and a 10,420mAh battery with 67W fast charging.
Q3. How is the Oppo Pad 5 priced and what finishes are available?
Answer. In China, it costs CNY 2,599 (₹32,000) to CNY 3,599 (₹44,000) and comes in Galaxy Silver, Space Grey, and Soft Light editions.
The Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is expected to debut in July 2026.
The launch can coincide with the launch of Galaxy Watch 9, Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8.
The new model may feature a larger battery and share hardware components with the standard Watch 9.
First-generation Galaxy Watch Ultra in the picture for reference. (Image credit – Samsung)
Samsung’s next premium smartwatch, the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, may finally be nearing its launch. While many expected the successor to the Galaxy Watch Ultra to appear at Samsung’s July Galaxy Unpacked event alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 7. But the Korean company instead introduced a new colour variant of the existing model. Now, a new leak sheds light on when the upgraded Ultra smartwatch may actually arrive.
Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 May Launch Next Summer
According to a report from GalaxyClub (Dutch), Samsung is actively developing the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. The wearable is reportedly scheduled to launch during the summer next year, alongside the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Watch 9.
If the timeline holds, Samsung could unveil the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 in July 2026, potentially sharing the stage with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8.
Internally, the smartwatch is said to be referred to as the Galaxy Watch 9 Ultra. However, the final retail name is expected to be Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. The report also claims that the new Ultra model may come with a larger battery and likely share several hardware components with the standard Galaxy Watch 9.
Samsung followed a similar pattern with the first-generation Galaxy Watch Ultra. It was internally labelled as the Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra before launching alongside the Galaxy Watch 7 series.
About First-generation Galaxy Watch Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra in Titanium Blue colour. (Image credit – Samsung)
The first-generation Galaxy Watch Ultra features a 1.5-inch circular Super AMOLED display housed inside a 47mm titanium case. It includes 2GB of RAM, 64GB of internal storage and a dedicated Quick Button. The smartwatch packs a 590mAh battery with support for wireless fast charging.
For durability, the watch comes with an IP6X dust protection rating, 10ATM water resistance and MIL-STD 810H certification.
Earlier this year, Samsung expanded the Galaxy Watch Ultra lineup with a new Titanium Blue colour option. It joins the existing Titanium Silver, Titanium Grey, and Titanium White variants that have been available in India since the smartwatch’s original launch in 2024.
As for the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, more details are expected in the coming months as Samsung prepares its next-generation wearable lineup.
FAQs
Q1. When is the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 expected to launch?
Answer. Reports suggest it may debut in July 2026, alongside the Galaxy Watch 9, Galaxy Z Fold 8, and Galaxy Z Flip 8.
Q2. What internal name is Samsung using for the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2?
Answer. The smartwatch is reportedly referred to as the Galaxy Watch 9 Ultra internally, though the retail name is expected to be Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.
Q3. What upgrades are rumoured for the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2?
Answer. It may feature a larger battery and share several hardware components with the standard Galaxy Watch 9.
Samsung has teamed up with Instamart to provide 10-minute doorstep delivery of Galaxy smartphones, tablets, wearables and accessories in India.
Select Samsung devices like Galaxy M36, M56, F06 and Galaxy Buds Core are already being delivered in cities such as Bangalore and Delhi.
Orders via Instamart include no-cost EMI, bank card discounts, coupons, and wallet offers.
Caption – Samsung Partners With Instamart to Offer 10-Minute Delivery.
Samsung has announced an Instamart Partnership to enable rapid doorstep delivery of its Galaxy lineup across India. The company confirmed recently that Samsung devices are now available on the quick-commerce platform alongside everyday essentials.
Regarding this, Director, MX Business, Samsung India, Rahul Pahwa said, “At Samsung, we are driven by meaningful innovations that are accessible to everyone. Our partnership with Instamart is another step towards strengthening our omnichannel strategy and making Galaxy experience available to users in a matter of minutes. We are bringing our most loved devices closer to the users.”
Also adding on the announcement, Instamart AVP Manender Kaushik said, “At Instamart, our goal has always been to anticipate and adapt to the changing lifestyles of our consumers. By partnering directly with Samsung, we’re ensuring that high-quality devices are now just a few taps and 10 minutes away, redefining what convenience in tech truly means.”
Samsung Galaxy Devices Now Available for Instant Delivery
Instamart to Offer 10-Minute Delivery of Samsung devices.
Through the partnership, Samsung will offer instant delivery of select Galaxy devices across major Indian cities using Instamart’s quick delivery network. Users can now search for eligible Galaxy smartphones, tablets, accessories, and wearables on Instamart and have them shipped to their doorstep almost immediately.
Samsung has not yet disclosed the full list of supported metro cities. Interestingly, Instamart is currently delivering select Samsung products including the Galaxy M36, Galaxy M56, Galaxy F06, Galaxy Buds Core and various accessories in places such as Bangalore and Delhi.
Samsung states that Galaxy products delivered via Instamart will reach customers within 10 minutes of placing an order. Instamart already offers rapid delivery for smartphones from Apple, Motorola, OnePlus and Redmi in certain Indian cities. The platform additionally delivers Asus laptops and accessories such as keyboards, chargers, and mice.
Discounts and Finance Options Available
Customers placing Samsung orders on Instamart will also be able to access several purchasing offers. These include no-cost EMI options and additional discounts through select bank cards. Coupon-based deals and mobile wallet offers will also apply to specific products.
With this, customers in metro cities will now be able to order Galaxy smartphones, tablets, wearables, and accessories directly through Instamart and have them delivered within minutes. Instamart already provides fast delivery services for Apple, OnePlus, Redmi, and Samsung products in select regions.
Meanwhile, competitors like Blinkit and Zepto already provide similar instant smartphone delivery services in multiple cities. Earlier this year, Blinkit also began offering speedy delivery of Lenskart’s powered spectacles.
FAQs
Q1. What is Samsung’s new partnership with Instamart about?
Answer. Samsung has partnered with Instamart to offer 10-minute doorstep delivery of Galaxy smartphones, tablets, wearables, and accessories in India.
Q2. Which Samsung devices are currently available for instant delivery?
Answer. Select models like Galaxy M36, Galaxy M56, Galaxy F06, Galaxy Buds Core, and accessories are already being delivered in cities such as Bangalore and Delhi.
Q3. What purchase benefits are offered when ordering Samsung devices via Instamart?
Answer. Customers can access no-cost EMI options, bank card discounts, coupon deals, and mobile wallet offers on eligible Galaxy products.
Motorola Edge 70 Special Edition debuts in Pantone’s 2026 Colour of the Year “Cloud Dancer” with Swarovski crystals on the rear panel.
The Cloud Dancer edition will launch in select global markets, though pricing and release dates remain unannounced.
It features identical specs to the regular Edge 70 including 6.67-inch pOLED display, Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, 12GB RAM, 512GB storage, triple 50MP cameras and 4,800mAh battery with 68W wired/15W wireless charging.
Motorola Edge 70 Special Edition Debuts in Pantone’s 2026 ‘Cloud Dancer’ Colour. (Image credit – Motorola)
Motorola has launched a new design-centric variant of the Motorola Edge 70, created in partnership with Pantone and Swarovski. The latest special edition introduces Cloud Dancer, Pantone’s Colour of the Year 2026. With Swarovski crystals embedded into its back panel, this edition offers a more luxurious, stylised alternative to the standard model, while keeping specifications identical.
Motorola Edge 70 Cloud Dancer Special Edition – Design
The special edition arrives in Cloud Dancer (Pantone 11-4201), a soft white tone selected as Pantone’s upcoming Colour of the Year for 2026. Motorola continues its multi-year partnership with Pantone by bringing this shade to the Edge 70 lineup.
In addition, Motorola has teamed up with Swarovski to elevate the design further. The rear panel features Swarovski crystals, positioning the device within Motorola’s Brilliant Collection.
Motorola Edge 70 Cloud Dancer Special Edition – Price and Availability
The company confirms that the Motorola Edge 70 Cloud Dancer Special Edition with Swarovski accents will be available in select global markets.
However, pricing and launch dates have not yet been announced.
For context, the standard Motorola Edge 70 was first revealed in November 2025 in three Pantone-inspired colours, Gadget Grey, Lily Pad and Bronze Green. It is priced at GBP 700 (approximately Rs. 80,000) in the UK and starts at EUR 799 (roughly Rs. 81,000) in several European regions.
Key Features
The Cloud Dancer special edition maintains the same hardware as the regular model. It features a 6.67-inch pOLED display with a resolution of 1,220×2,712 pixels, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support, peak brightness of 4,500 nits, and Gorilla Glass 7i protection.
Under the hood, it runs on the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset paired with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. The device ships with Hello UI based on Android 16, and Motorola has committed to security updates until June 2031. Moto AI features are included as well.
The Edge 70’s camera system includes a 50-megapixel primary shooter with OIS, a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera with a 3-in-1 light sensor, and a 50-megapixel front camera. Connectivity options cover 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth, NFC, GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and USB Type-C. It also comes equipped with dual stereo speakers featuring Dolby Atmos, plus an in-display fingerprint reader and face unlock support.
The smartphone houses a 4,800mAh silicon-carbon battery that supports 68W wired charging and 15W wireless charging. It features an aircraft-grade aluminium frame and holds MIL-STD-810H durability certification, along with IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance. The handset measures 159×74×5.99mm and weighs 159 grams.
FAQs
Q1. What is unique about the Motorola Edge 70 Cloud Dancer Special Edition?
Answer. It debuts in Pantone’s 2026 Colour of the Year “Cloud Dancer” with Swarovski crystals embedded in the rear panel, offering a luxurious design upgrade.
Q2. Does Cloud Dancer Special Edition have different specifications from the regular Motorola Edge 70?
Answer. No, it retains the same hardware as the standard model, including Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, 12GB RAM, 512GB storage, and triple 50MP cameras.
Q3. What are the durability and battery features of Motorola Edge 70 Cloud Dancer Special Edition?
Answer. It comes with a 4,800mAh silicon carbon battery supporting 68W wired and 15W wireless charging, MIL-STD-810H certification, and IP68/IP69 dust and water resistance.
Q4. Where and when will the Motorola Edge 70 Cloud Dancer Special Edition be available?
Answer. Motorola has confirmed availability in select global markets, but pricing and launch dates have not yet been announced.
Apple Watch in India now offers hypertension notifications, passively tracking blood vessel responses over 30-day periods.
The feature is developed using machine learning and data from 100,000+ participants, validated in a 2,000-person clinical study.
Alerts encourage users to log blood pressure with a cuff and consult doctors, addressing hypertension.
Caption – Apple Watch’s new hypertension notifications utilise data from the optical heart sensor. (Image credit – Apple)
Apple has officially enabled its new hypertension notifications feature for Apple Watch users in India. This first-of-its-kind capability is designed to alert users if their device detects patterns suggestive of chronic high blood pressure. It is a condition that often goes undiagnosed due to the absence of noticeable symptoms.
Apple Watch Hypertension Notification
Caption – Hypertension notifications on Apple Watch. (Image credit – Apple)
The Apple Watch’s new hypertension notifications utilise data from the optical heart sensor to analyse how blood vessels respond to each heartbeat. The feature works passively in the background, reviewing data across rolling 30-day periods. If it observes consistent signs associated with hypertension, the watch will notify the user.
This offers meaningful health insights simply by wearing the device, helping users make early behavioural changes or begin medical treatment to reduce the risks of long-term complications.
Apple emphasises that the feature is built on rigorous scientific research. It was developed using advanced machine learning and training data from multiple studies involving over 100,000 participants. Its accuracy was further validated in a clinical study with more than 2,000 participants. Although the feature will not detect every case of hypertension, Apple expects it to notify more than one million people with undiagnosed high blood pressure within its first year of availability.
“Hypertension is one of the most widespread yet under-diagnosed health conditions. Integrating opportunistic detection into a device people already wear daily will democratise access for early detection and help people have more informed conversations with their doctors,” says Professor Dorairaj Prabhakaran, the Centre for Chronic Disease Control’s executive director and the World Heart Federation’s president-elect.
For users who receive a hypertension alert, Apple recommends logging blood pressure readings for seven days using a third-party blood pressure cuff and sharing the results with a healthcare provider. This aligns with the latest American Heart Association guidelines for diagnosing and managing hypertension.
Hypertension remains the leading modifiable risk factor for heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease, affecting nearly 1.3 billion adults worldwide. Because many individuals do not undergo regular medical checkups, and high blood pressure can be missed even during a single clinical measurement, early detection remains a major challenge.
FAQs
Q1. What new health feature has Apple introduced on the Apple Watch in India?
Answer. Apple has enabled hypertension notifications, which passively track blood vessel responses over 30-day periods to detect signs of high blood pressure.
Q2. How accurate is the Apple Watch’s hypertension detection?
Answer. The feature was developed using machine learning with data from over 100,000 participants and validated in a clinical study of 2,000 people. Apple expects it to notify more than one million undiagnosed users in its first year.
Q3. What should users do if they receive a hypertension alert?
Answer. Apple recommends logging blood pressure readings for seven days using a third-party cuff and sharing results with a healthcare provider, in line with American Heart Association guidelines.
We already know that the OnePlus 15R is gearing up for its India debut. Ahead of its official unveiling, the smartphone has now surfaced on Geekbench with some key performance details. The handset is widely expected to launch as a rebranded version of the OnePlus Ace 6T, which recently made its debut in China. In any case, here’s what we know based on the recent Geekbench appearance.
Upcoming OnePlus 15R Listed on Geekbench
OnePlus 15R Listed on Geekbench. (Screenshots by @yabhishekhd on X)
A device carrying the model number “OnePlus CPH2767” has been spotted on Geekbench, as first reported by tipster Abhishek Yadav @yabhishekhd on X (formerly Twitter). Based on its model identifier and processor details, the listing is believed to belong to the upcoming OnePlus 15R. The phone appears with an octa-core SoC built on ARMv8 architecture and a base frequency of 3.32GHz.
The chipset configuration shows two prime cores clocked at 3.80GHz and six performance cores running at 3.32GHz. This setup aligns with Qualcomm’s newly introduced Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, which OnePlus has already confirmed for the device.
The benchmark listing further reveals that the processor is paired with around 10.88GB of RAM, expected to be marketed as 12GB. The device is shown running Android 16, likely layered with OxygenOS 16 on top. The motherboard identifier is listed as “canoe.”
OnePlus 15R (CPH2767) global/Indian variant scores 2,784 in single-core and 9,329 in multi-core. It features Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 SoC with 2 performance cores clocked at 3.80 GHz and 6 cores at 3.32 GHz, along with the Adreno 829 GPU. The device runs Android 16-based… pic.twitter.com/mhVLyQoCSt
In the Geekbench 6.5.0 (Android AArch64) test, the OnePlus 15R recorded a single-core score of 2,784 and a multi-core score of 9,329. These figures fall slightly below those of the flagship OnePlus 15, which features the more powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. In Gadgets 360’s testing, the OnePlus 15 achieved scores of 3,622 (single-core) and 10,712 (multi-core) in the same benchmark.
OnePlus 15R – Launch Details and Additional Certifications
A TDRA certification listing for the OnePlus 15R with model number “CPH2769” was also spotted earlier, reaffirming that the phone will be released in the UAE market as well.
OnePlus 15R – Other Expected Features
Ahead of the launch, several other specifications have already been teased. These include the following –
Xiaomi is rumoured to launch the Xiaomi 17 Ultra in China later this month. Recently, two separate leaks on Weibo have offered an early glimpse of the phone’s likely design. While nothing has been officially confirmed by Xiaomi, these leaks fuel growing expectations for the upcoming flagship.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra – Leaked Images
Xiaomi 17 Ultra’s recent leaked live images. (Image credit – Todo Plus on Weibo)
The first leaked photo we have shows what appears to be the Xiaomi 17 Ultra encased in a protective cover. However, the camera layout remains sufficiently visible to suggest a shift away from the circular module used on the Xiaomi 15 Ultra. The image was posted by the Weibo account Todo Plus.
Caption – User Todo Plus’s recent Weibo post. (Translated via Google Translate)
The new setup revealed in this image looks more compact yet densely arranged. It appears to be featuring three visible lenses. One of these seems to be a periscope telephoto lens, accompanied by a flash and additional cutouts likely housing secondary sensors.
But like we said, that was not the only image leaked this week. In a separate leak, well-known Weibo tipster named Smart Pikachu has also shared a real-life close-up of the alleged 17 Ultra rear.
This image reveals a centrally located rectangular camera island on the back panel, housing four camera lenses. One of these is believed to be the periscope telephoto camera, along with a dual LED-flash setup. Additional openings in the camera island may hold other sensors. The phone appears in a black finish with a metal frame and exposed screw cutouts in the corners. Given that this may be a pre-production unit, the final production model could differ.
If this reflects the actual design, Xiaomi may be discarding the circular rear camera module seen on the 15 Ultra. While the base Xiaomi 17 reportedly continues with a square camera layout like its predecessor, the Ultra variant appears to go in a different direction entirely.
User Smart Pikachu’s recent Weibo post. (Translated via Google Translate)
According to recent leaks, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra’s rear camera system could consist of a trio, a 50-megapixel 1-inch primary sensor (possibly an OmniVision OV50X), a massive 200-megapixel periscope telephoto lens and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide shooter. This marks a shift from the quad-camera arrangement of the previous Ultra model.
Though the images show a black, metal-framed device with exposed screw holes, the final retail version’s appearance remains unclear. Under the hood, the handset is rumoured to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset (built on a 3 nm process) and may pack a large battery in the 6,000–7,000 mAh range.
FAQs
Q1. What major design change is expected in the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
Answer. Leaks suggest Xiaomi will replace the circular rear camera module of the 15 Ultra with a rectangular camera island, featuring up to four lenses, dual LED flash, and exposed screw cutouts.
Q2. What cameras might the Xiaomi 17 Ultra include?
Answer. The phone is rumoured to house a 50MP 1-inch primary sensor (possibly OmniVision OV50X), a 200MP periscope telephoto lens, and a 50MP ultra-wide shooter, shifting from the quad-camera setup of its predecessor.
Q3. What other hardware features are expected in the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
Answer. It may be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset (3 nm process) and pack a large 6,000–7,000 mAh battery, with a black metal-framed design.
