Highlights

• Mivi debuts in India with its first smartphone, the Mivi One 5G, priced from ₹14,999 with Flipkart Big Billion Days offers starting at ₹11,999.
• Jio buyers get Canva Pro, Google Gemini Pro with 5,000GB cloud, Jio AI Cloud benefits; Mivi offers a 1‑year warranty, 500+ service centres and free pickup/drop.
• The phone features Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, 6.745″ 90Hz HD+ display, up to 8GB RAM/128GB storage, 50MP rear + 8MP front cameras, 6,000mAh battery and Android 16.

Mivi, a brand better known for its audio products, has now entered India’s smartphone market with its first 5G handset, the Mivi One 5G. The new smartphone combines a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset with a 6,000mAh battery, a 90Hz display and up to 8GB of RAM.

The Mivi One 5G will go on sale through Flipkart from October 8. The company is also offering launch discounts and additional benefits for buyers during the upcoming Flipkart Big Billion Days sale. Here are more details about its price, availability, offers, specifications and more.

Mivi One 5G Price, Offers and Sale Details in India

Mivi One 5G’s first sale is scheduled to start on October 8 on Flipkart. It will be available in Blue, Burgundy, Pink, Green and Navy Blue colour options.

As for prices, the 4GB RAM + 128GB storage model is priced at Rs. 14,999, while the 6GB + 128GB version costs Rs. 15,999. The top-end variant with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage is priced at Rs. 16,999. The brand is offering an instant Rs 1,000 off to Axis, HDFC, ICICI, and SBI Bank cardholders as a part of launch offers.

Mivi One 5G Big Billion Days price breakup. (Image credit: Mivi)

During the upcoming Flipkart Big Billion Days sale, the Mivi One 5G will be available at an effective starting price of Rs. 11,999 for the 4GB + 128GB version. The 6GB + 128GB and 8GB + 128GB models will be available at effective prices of Rs. 12,999 and Rs. 13,999, respectively. These sale prices include applicable price reductions and bank offers available during the event.

Mivi One 5G Offers for Jio Customers

Mivi is also bundling several benefits for Jio customers who purchase the One 5G. Buyers will receive a 12-month Canva Pro subscription worth Rs. 4,000 and a one-month Hotstar Mobile + Hollywood subscription.

The offer package also includes an 18-month Google Gemini Pro plan with 5,000GB of Google Cloud storage. Customers will additionally receive 50GB of Jio AI Cloud storage.

Mivi Care+ Could Be a Key Differentiator – Warranty and After-Sales Support

Mivi is providing a one-year warranty with the One 5G and the company says its after-sales network extends to more than 500 service centres across India.

It also offers free pick-up and drop service across more than 19,000 PIN codes, giving buyers access to support across a wide part of the country.

Meet Mivi One 5G.

Snapdragon-powered.
5G-ready.
Designed to stand out.
Priced from ₹11,999.*https://t.co/9crelUmyfF pic.twitter.com/YNovzsP9LJ

— Himanshu Tandon (@HimanshuT_19) September 24, 2026

Mivi One 5G – Key Specifications

Mivi One 5G. (Image credit: Mivi)

The Mivi One 5G features a 6.745-inch HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate and 2.5D cover glass. It is powered by Qualcomm’s 4nm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 5G chipset and is available with up to 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB of storage. Mivi claims that the smartphone can achieve an AnTuTu score of around 490,000.

The phone runs Pure Android 16 and is promised to receive software updates for two years, taking the device up to Android 18.

For photography, the One 5G has a 50-megapixel primary rear camera with PDAF along with a secondary rear camera whose specifications have not been revealed. An 8-megapixel front camera handles selfies and video calls.

The Mivi One 5G is equipped with a 6,000mAh battery and supports 18W charging. The handset measures 9.15mm in thickness and weighs 210 grams. It also has an IP64 rating for protection against dust and water.

Other features include expandable storage, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, a single speaker and a USB 2.0 port. It also comes with Gyroscope, Geomagnetic, G-Sensor, Proximity and Light sensors.

Mivi ClearTalk for Calls

The smartphone comes with Mivi’s ClearTalk technology, which is powered by the company’s Mivi Neural Voice Engine. According to Mivi, the feature is designed to reduce surrounding sounds such as traffic, wind, conversations and music during calls, helping make the user’s voice clearer.

Why Mivi One 5G Launch in India Matters?

Mivi One 5G colour options. (Image credit: Mivi)

Mivi One 5G marks Mivi’s entry into the smartphone market after being known primarily for audio products. The brand is bringing a 5G phone with up to 8GB RAM, 128GB storage, a 6,000mAh battery and Android 16, while its launch pricing starts at ₹14,999. Moreover, the launch pricing during Flipkart Big Billion Days, where the phone price will effectively start at ₹11,999 with applicable price reductions and bank offers.

Mivi is also offering additional benefits for Jio users including Canva Pro, Google Gemini Pro with 5,000GB cloud storage and Jio AI Cloud benefits.

The brand is also highlighting its after-sales network with more than 500 service centres, free pickup and drop across over 19,000 PIN codes and a one-year warranty.

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Highlights

• Samsung has hiked prices of Galaxy A56 and A36 in India with increases across all storage variants.
• Galaxy A56 gets a flat Rs 2,000 hike and now costs Rs 44,999 (8GB+128GB), Rs 48,999 (8GB+256GB), and Rs 54,499 (12GB+256GB).
• Galaxy A36 sees a Rs 3,000 hike and is now priced at Rs 36,999 (8GB+128GB), Rs 40,999 (8GB+256GB), and Rs 46,499 (12GB+256GB).

Samsung has increased the prices of its Galaxy A56 and Galaxy A36 smartphones in India. The latest price revision affects all the listed storage variants of both smartphones, effective September 24, 2026.

The Galaxy A56 has become Rs 2,000 more expensive across all three variants, while the Galaxy A36 gets a Rs 3,000 price hike across its three listed variants. This means the maximum increase in the latest revision stands at Rs 3,000.

Samsung Galaxy A56 New Prices in India

The Samsung Galaxy A56 has received a flat Rs 2,000 price hike across all its listed variants. The 8GB + 128GB model, which was earlier priced at Rs 42,999, now costs Rs 44,999.

The 8GB + 256GB variant has gone from Rs 46,999 to Rs 48,999, while the top-end 12GB + 256GB version has increased from Rs 52,499 to Rs 54,499.

Samsung Galaxy A36 New Prices in India

The Galaxy A36 has received a higher price increase compared with the A56. All three listed variants of the smartphone have become Rs 3,000 more expensive.

The 8GB + 128GB model has increased from Rs 33,999 to Rs 36,999. The 8GB + 256GB variant now costs Rs 40,999, compared with its earlier price of Rs 37,999.

Meanwhile, the 12GB + 256GB model has gone from Rs 43,499 to Rs 46,499.

What the Price Hike Means for Buyers?

The latest price revision means buyers will now have to spend an additional Rs 2,000 on the Galaxy A56 and Rs 3,000 on the Galaxy A36. Those planning to buy either phone can consider checking ongoing bank offers, exchange benefits and promotional discounts before making the purchase.

Buyers who are not in a hurry can also compare the revised prices with upcoming sale offers as discounts may help reduce the impact of the price increase. If the planning on getting your next smartphone upgrade through EMI, buyers should also account for the higher segment phone with competitive specifications.

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Highlights

• Xiaomi is expected to launch only the Xiaomi 18 Pro in India with the 18 Pro Max and standard 18 excluded from the country.
• The 18 Pro will debut globally in November 2026, while the standard 18 will follow later.
• Xiaomi 18 Pro packs Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, 6.4″ LTPO AMOLED, Leica triple‑camera setup with 200MP telephoto, 7,000mAh battery, and 100W wired + 50W wireless charging.

Related to this, tipster Yogesh Brar has now claimed on X that the Xiaomi 18 Pro could have a starting price of around ₹1 lakh in India. If accurate, this would place the phone in the premium flagship segment in the Indian market. As reported earlier, Xiaomi is expected to skip the 18 Pro Max in India, which would make the Xiaomi 18 Pro the top model from the series available in the country. An official confirmation from the brand is awaited.

Xiaomi appears to have changed its plans for the Xiaomi 18 series in India. Just hours after the launch of both Xiaomi 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max in the Chinese market, reports about the possible India entry have been circulating online. Here’s what we know for now.

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max May Not Arrive in India

Xiaomi has reportedly dropped the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max from its India launch roadmap even though the device had previously entered software testing for the market.

The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max was listed in the GSMA database with the model number 2611FPNFAI. However, this model is now effectively out of Xiaomi’s India portfolio.

Instead, the Xiaomi 18 Pro identified by the 2609BPN61 model number is expected to be the only Xiaomi 18 series smartphone officially sold in India.

Xiaomi 18 Series India Launch Plans

Xiaomi is preparing to take the Xiaomi 18 Pro series to global markets in November 2026. The standard Xiaomi 18 will follow later and is expected to be available in China as well as other international markets.

India, however, will miss out on both the standard Xiaomi 18 and the Pro Max. This leaves the Xiaomi 18 Pro as the only model from the series that Indian buyers can officially purchase.

Those specifically interested in the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max will therefore have to consider importing the device from another market if they want to use it in India.

What Indian Buyers Can Expect?

With the Pro Max reportedly removed from Xiaomi’s India plans, the Xiaomi 18 Pro will become the key model from the upcoming series for the Indian market. The standard Xiaomi 18 will also not receive an official India launch.

Xiaomi’s decision means buyers in India will have to choose the Pro model when the series arrives officially. Meanwhile, the Xiaomi 18 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max will only be accessible through other markets or imports.

Xiaomi 18 Pro Specifications

Despite the absence of the Pro Max model, the Xiaomi 18 Pro will bring a flagship grade hardware. The phone will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chipset supported by LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage.

It comes with a a 6.4-inch TCL M11 LTPO AMOLED main panel with a 2436×1120 resolution. The screen can dynamically switch between 1Hz and 120Hz and is rated to reach up to 4,000 nits of peak brightness. It will also offer 10-bit colour, a 300Hz touch sampling rate and full-range DC dimming. Xiaomi’s Dragon Crystal Glass 3.0 will be used for protection.

The rear camera module will also be accompanied by a 2.7-inch AMOLED display. This secondary screen has a 912×596 resolution and supports a 120Hz refresh rate, with peak brightness similar to the primary display.

The camera system is another major feature of the Xiaomi 18 Pro. It will use three rear cameras with Leica Summilux optics. The primary camera is a 50-megapixel Light Hunter 960L sensor from SmartSens, specifically the SCC90XS, with optical image stabilisation. Alongside it will be a 50-megapixel OV51D ultra-wide camera and a 200-megapixel Samsung S5KHP5 periscope telephoto camera.

The telephoto sensor will provide 3.2x optical zoom and 12cm telephoto macro photography. For selfies, Xiaomi will equip the phone with a 50-megapixel OV50M front camera.

A 7,000mAh battery will power the Xiaomi 18 Pro. Xiaomi’s Surge P4 charging chip and Surge G2 battery management chip will handle the phone’s charging and battery management system. The smartphone will support 100W wired charging as well as 50W wireless charging. It can also be used to charge other devices, with 27W wired reverse charging and 20W wireless reverse charging.

On the software side, the Xiaomi 18 Pro will ship with Android 17 and Xiaomi’s HyperOS 4.

Xiaomi 18 Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max

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Highlights

• Vivo S2 FE leaks reveal a box price of ₹39,999 for 6GB+128GB.
• The phone is expected to be available in Stellar Green, Zen White and Titan Black colour options.
• It is tipped to feature a massive 10,000mAh battery with 44W charging, 6.83″ 120Hz AMOLED display, Dimensity 7300e, IP68/IP69 rating, and 50MP + 32MP cameras.

Vivo appears to be preparing another addition to its S-series in India after bringing back the S-series with the Vivo S2 last month. As per reports, Vivo is now working on the Vivo S2 FE and the smartphone has already appeared in the Geekbench, BIS and Bluetooth SIG databases. Ahead of the launch, several leaks from reliable sources have now revealed some of the key details about the phone including its possible pricing, specifications and renders.

Vivo S2 FE Box Price, Renders and Colour Options (Leaked)

According to the information shared in a recent Xpertpick exclusive report, the Vivo S2 FE will have a box price of Rs 39,999 for the 6GB RAM and 128GB storage variant. This aligns with another leak that suggested that the phone could be priced under Rs 40,000.

The smartphone is expected to be available in Stellar Green, Zen White and Titan Black colour options.

Vivo S2 FE Specifications

As per reports, the standout feature of the upcoming Vivo S2 FE is expected to be its 10,000mAh battery. The battery will reportedly support 44W wired charging, giving the phone a major focus on battery life. Despite packing such a large battery, the smartphone is said to measure just 8.75mm in thickness and weigh 225 grams. It is also expected to carry IP68 and IP69 ratings for protection against dust and water.

Exclusive: Vivo S2 FE is launching alongside the Vivo V80

• 6.83″ 1.5K 120Hz AMOLED Display
• Dimensity 7300e 5G
• LPDDR4X RAM + UFS 3.1
• 50MP (IMX852) + 2MP Rear Camera
• 32MP Front Camera
• 10000mAh Battery + 44W Charging
• IP68 + IP69
• In-display Fingerprint Sensor… pic.twitter.com/lnjQTJC5lE

— Ahsan Kharbai (@AHSANKHARBAI) September 22, 2026

Vivo S2 FE is further expected to feature a large 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 2,000 nits of HBM brightness. The phone will also have an in-display fingerprint sensor for biometric authentication.

It will reportedly use the MediaTek Dimensity 7300e 5G chipset paired with LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. To help control temperatures during demanding workloads, the phone is said to feature a 3,800mm² ultra-large VC cooling system. Vivo is reportedly promising three years of OS upgrades and five years of security updates for the S2 FE.

The camera setup is expected to include a 50-megapixel Sony IMX852 primary rear sensor and a 2-megapixel secondary camera. For selfies and video calls, the phone will reportedly feature a 32-megapixel front-facing camera.

Vivo S2 FE Could Be a Rebranded Vivo V80 Lite

The Vivo S2 FE is reportedly not an entirely new device for the company. The phone is believed to be a rebranded version of the Vivo V80 Lite that is available in Malaysia.

With its 10,000mAh battery, the S2 FE is expected to compete with battery-focused smartphones such as the Poco X8 Power, Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and the upcoming Oppo F35 Pro.

Vivo S2 FE Launch Date Timeline

The Vivo S2 FE is rumoured to launch in India alongside the Vivo V80 on October 6. However, Vivo has not officially confirmed the S2 FE’s launch date or its complete specifications yet.

The leaked specifications and pricing should be treated with some caution until Vivo officially announces the smartphone.

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Highlights

• OPPO Reno 17 series tipped to include Reno 17 and Reno 17c with the Reno 17 Pro unlikely to launch.
• The brand is reportedly working on a compact, wide slab‑style phone.
• OPPO is also believed to be testing camera accessories like a teleconverter and exploring a 68MP selfie sensor for the Reno 17 Series.

OPPO Reno 16. (Image credit: OPPO)

OPPO appears to be preparing a different lineup for its next Reno series. If the latest rumours are true, the brand could be working on the Reno 17 and Reno 17c smartphones. However, the Reno 17 Pro may not be part of the upcoming lineup. The tipster has also revealed that OPPO is developing a compact and wide slab-style smartphone. Here’s what we know so far.

OPPO Reno 17 and Reno 17c Confirmed

In a post on X, Debayan Roy @Gadgetsdata revealed, “This time Reno 17 and Reno 17c are coming.” This suggests that OPPO is planning at least two models in the Reno 17 series.

At the same time, the tipster claims that the Reno 17 Pro is unlikely to launch. If this information turns out to be accurate, OPPO could be moving away from the three-model Reno lineup seen in previous generations.

For comparison, OPPO unveiled the Reno 16 series in China in May before taking the lineup to global markets. The Reno 16 series also launched in India in July.

🚨 Exclusive 🚨

I can confirm that :

• This time Reno 17 and Reno 17c are coming ✅

• Also, OPPO is working on a compact and wide slab phone which is expected launch under Reno Series 😍

• Reno 17 Pro is unlikely

— Debayan Roy (Gadgetsdata) (@Gadgetsdata) September 24, 2026

OPPO Working on Compact Reno Phone

That’s not all. The tipster also shared another interesting detail in the same post about a different compact phone that the brand might be working on. According to the tipster, OPPO is working on a compact and wide slab phone. The device is expected to be launched under the Reno series, although it is not clear whether it will be part of the Reno 17 lineup or introduced as a separate model.

There are currently no details about the phone’s display size, dimensions, processor or other specifications.

What We Know About Reno 17 Series So Far?

The latest information comes after the same tipster revealed back in August that OPPO was testing a teleconverter accessory for the Reno 17 series.

A teleconverter can add additional magnification to a camera system, allowing users to capture distant subjects more closely. This can provide better long-range photography compared to relying completely on digital zoom. However, the accessory is still reportedly in the testing stage. There are also no details about its magnification level or which Reno 17 models will support it.

Previous leaks have also claimed that OPPO was testing a 68-megapixel 1:1 selfie camera for the Reno 17 series. However, the tipster said that this camera is unlikely to make it to the final smartphones.

OPPO is yet to officially announce the Reno 17 series or reveal its specifications. More details about the phones, their cameras, accessories and launch plans are expected to surface in the coming months.

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Highlights

• OnePlus 16 confirmed to feature a 200MP HPE main camera, 50MP ultra‑wide and 50MP periscope telephoto with OIS and 3X zoom.
• The phone introduces LUMO Imaging system with LUMO Color Palette, Open Gate support, and video up to 4K 120fps with Dolby Vision and LOG recording.
• It also comes with new modes such as Master Mode for film‑like light/shadow, High‑Resolution Mode for extreme clarity and 65:24 Wide‑Field Mode for cinematic aspect ratio.

OnePlus 16 camera specs teaser. (Image credit: OnePlus)

OnePlus has started revealing more details about its upcoming flagship, the OnePlus 16. While the device is currently available for pre-reservation in China, the brand has already confirmed the phone’s design, colour options, RAM and storage variants. The latest update, however, focuses on the phone’s camera system with the brand confirming a 200MP HPE main camera and its new LUMO Imaging system.

OnePlus 16 Camera Specifications

OnePlus 16 camera specs teaser. (Image credit: OnePlus)

The OnePlus 16 will feature a 200-megapixel HPE main camera with a 1/1.4-inch sensor and optical image stabilisation (OIS). It will be joined by a 50-megapixel OV50D ultra-wide camera with a 1/2.88-inch sensor. The third rear camera will be a 50-megapixel Sony IMX882 sensor with a 1/1.95-inch size, OIS and 3X periscope zoom in a W-shaped configuration.

For selfies, the phone will reportedly use a 50-megapixel JN5 camera with a 1/2.75-inch sensor and autofocus.

OnePlus is also introducing its LUMO Imaging system with the OnePlus 16. The camera system will support the LUMO Color Palette, along with Open Gate support.

For video recording, the phone will support up to 4K at 120fps, with Dolby Vision and LOG video recording also included.

New Camera Modes on OnePlus 16

OnePlus 16 new shooting modes. (Image credit: OnePlus)

The 200MP main camera will also bring new shooting modes designed to produce a different look directly from the camera. OnePlus says the new Master Mode restores light and shadow to create a film-like feel without requiring additional editing.

There is also a new High-Resolution Mode aimed at delivering extreme clarity and a more realistic look straight from the camera. Another addition is the 65:24 Wide-Field Mode, which takes inspiration from classic designs to offer a more cinematic feel.

OnePlus 16 – What Else We Know So Far?

As per previously released official teasers, the OnePlus 16 has been confirmed to 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. The Mars Masterpiece and Tomorrow Starlight variants will have a unique pattern on the rear panel.

OnePlus will offer the upcoming flagship in four 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 variant.

While OnePlus has not yet revealed all the hardware specifications, it has confirmed that the OnePlus 16 will support a system-wide 165Hz refresh rate. According to leaks, the phone is expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset. Other rumoured specifications include a 6.78-inch AMOLED display and a large 9,000mAh battery.

OnePlus 16 Launch Date

OnePlus has not yet announced the official launch date of the OnePlus 16. However, it has already started revealing major details about the flagship and has opened pre-reservations in China.

More information about its launch and remaining specifications is expected to be announced soon.

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Highlights

• Xiaomi launched Transparent Special Editions of the 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max, featuring a striking red see‑through design created via micron‑level film embossing.
• It is priced at ¥9,999 ($1,492) for the 18 Pro and ¥10,999 ($1,642) for the Pro Max, both come in a single 16GB RAM + 1TB storage configuration with themed red accessories.
• Specifications remain the same: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6/Extreme Gen 6, Leica triple‑camera setup with 200MP + 200MP periscope + 50MP ultrawide, 7,000mAh/8,500mAh batteries, 100W wired + 50W wireless charging and HyperOS 4.

Xiaomi 18 Pro and Pro Max Transparent Special Edition unveiled in China. (Image credit: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi has introduced special Transparent Editions of its latest Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max smartphones. The new versions bring a distinctive transparent-style red design, while keeping the same internal hardware as the standard models. Here’s more on its design elements, price, availability and key specifications.

Xiaomi 18 Pro Transparent Edition – Price and Availability

The Xiaomi 18 Pro Transparent Special Edition is priced at 9,999 yuan ($1,492), while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max Transparent Special Edition costs 10,999 yuan ($1,642).

Both smartphones are available in a single configuration with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of internal storage.

Xiaomi 18 Pro Transparent Edition Gets Red See-Through Design

The main highlight of the special editions is their appearance. Both smartphones feature a red colourway with a textured finish. Xiaomi says the look is created using a micron-level film process, which gives the rear panel a three-dimensional embossed or relief effect.

The transparent-style design is further complemented by artwork showing the phone’s internal components on the front and rear wallpapers. Xiaomi has also included a matching red charger and cable with the special editions.

The software has been customised to match the physical design. Both the primary screen and the smaller secondary rear display come with wallpapers that show a digital representation of the smartphone’s internal components.

The retail box also follows the same theme with transparent red accessories. These include the charging brick and data cable, both of which are colour-matched to the phone.

Xiaomi 18 Pro, 18 Pro Max Transparent Edition – Specifications

While the Transparent Special Editions get a significantly different visual treatment, there are no changes to the internal hardware compared with the standard Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max.

Both smartphones feature 1-120Hz OLED displays with hardware-level privacy protection and also retain the smaller secondary screen on the rear. The 18 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, while the Pro Max variant steps up to the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. Both models pack LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage while having a circular cold-pump cooling system to manage thermal throttling during intense workloads.

The camera setup carries Leica branding and uses three rear lenses. It includes a 200-megapixel primary camera, a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with support for 3.2x optical zoom, and a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera. It also comes with camera presets like Open Gate, Color Palette, AI Composition, AI Pose Recommendation, Leica Original Color alongside Legendary Moment such as Legendary CCD, Contemporary Classic and Black & White Film.

The battery capacity remains one of the key differences between the two models. The Xiaomi 18 Pro is equipped with a 7,000mAh silicon-carbon battery, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max gets a larger 8,500mAh battery. Both models support 100W wired charging, 50W wireless charging and 27W reverse charging.

The Transparent Editions run on HyperOS 4 with Super XiaoAI 2.0. Other hardware features include UWB, NFC, an IP water resistance rating and Dolby Atmos audio support.

With the new Transparent Special Editions, Xiaomi has mainly focused on giving the Xiaomi 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max a more distinctive appearance without changing their core hardware specifications.

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Highlights:

• ASUS is offering three months of Google AI Pro or Google AI Plus at no extra cost with select eligible laptops in India.
• Google AI Pro includes 5TB of cloud storage, while Google AI Plus comes with 400GB of storage.
• The offer covers selected 2025, 2026 and upcoming 2027 ASUS laptops across the ROG, TUF Gaming, ProArt, Zenbook and Vivobook families.
• Both new and existing customers with eligible devices can claim the offer through the MyASUS app.

ASUS has announced a new Google AI offer for eligible laptops in India, giving customers three months of Google AI Pro or Google AI Plus at no extra cost. The offer is available with selected ASUS and ROG laptops and can be redeemed through the MyASUS app.

The bundled plans add access to Google’s AI tools along with cloud storage. The exact plan offered depends on the eligible laptop model, with Google AI Pro providing 5TB of storage and Google AI Plus offering 400GB.

What Does the ASUS Google AI Offer Include?

ASUS is offering either Google AI Pro or Google AI Plus depending on the eligible laptop model. Both plans provide access to Google’s AI ecosystem, but the storage and level of access differ.

Google AI Pro:

• Expanded access to Gemini and Google’s more capable AI models
• Higher usage limits for supported AI tools
• 5TB of Google cloud storage
• Access to additional AI, developer and agentic tools
• Access to features such as Deep Research, Google Flow, Gemini Notebook and Gemini in Google apps, subject to availability

Google AI Pro can also provide expanded access to developer and agentic experiences including Google Antigravity, Jules and AI Studio, depending on plan terms and availability.

Google AI Plus:

• Enhanced access to Google’s AI tools
• 400GB of cloud storage
• AI-powered productivity features
• Creative generation and editing features
• Access to supported Gemini experiences and other Google AI tools

The exact benefits available with either plan can vary based on the plan, region, account and Google’s applicable terms.

Which ASUS Laptops Are Eligible?

Select Asus ROG Models also eligible for Google AI Pro offer (Source – Asus ROG)

The promotion covers selected ASUS laptops from the following families:

Users can check their exact model on the ASUS promotion page before attempting redemption.

How to Claim Free Google AI Pro or AI Plus on ASUS Laptops

The free subscription can be claimed through the MyASUS app. ASUS has outlined the following redemption process:

1. Open the MyASUS app on the eligible ASUS laptop and sign in with an ASUS account.
2. Go to User Center and select Member Exclusive Coupons.
3. Find the Google AI offer and select Redeem Now.
4. The app will redirect you to Google’s redemption page.
5. Sign in using the Google Account you want to use with the subscription.
6. Enter a valid payment method and complete the subscription activation.

The MyASUS app checks the device’s eligibility automatically. ASUS also recommends ensuring that the MyASUS language settings match the country where the laptop was purchased for successful redemption.

ASUS Google AI Offer: Important Things to Know

The promotion is available to both new and existing ASUS customers, provided they have an eligible device and meet the applicable Google account requirements.

ASUS says eligible users can include new Google One members as well as certain existing Google One users who do not currently have the relevant Google AI plan. Account and plan eligibility can vary, so users should check the terms shown during redemption.

A payment method is required to activate the offer. Once the three-month promotional period ends, the subscription will automatically renew at the standard Google One price unless it is cancelled beforehand.

Users can cancel during the promotional period and continue to have access until the offer period ends. Existing Google One subscribers should also check how activating the offer affects their current subscription, as ASUS states that the existing plan may be cancelled when the trial starts.

When Does the ASUS Google AI Offer End?

The ASUS Google AI promotion is scheduled to run from August 10, 2026, through August 9, 2027 in India.

However, ASUS says eligible users can redeem the offer until September 10, 2027. The three-month subscription period begins when the offer is redeemed, rather than simply when the promotion ends.

The promotion applies to selected eligible 2025, 2026 and upcoming 2027 ASUS laptops, subject to device, account and regional eligibility.

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Highlights

• Xiaomi launches 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max in China with 2nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chips, rear secondary displays, and new Privacy Display feature.
• 18 Pro price starts at CNY 5,999 (~₹86K), 18 Pro Max at CNY 6,999 (~₹1L); top transparent editions reach up to CNY 10,999 (~₹1.57L).
• Global launch has been confirmed for later this year.

Xiaomi 18 Pro, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max launched in China. (Image credit: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi has officially launched its next-generation flagship smartphones, the new Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, in China today. The 18 Pro Series brings new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 series processors, secondary displays on the rear and a new Privacy Display feature. Xiaomi has confirmed that the Xiaomi 18 Pro series will also launch globally later this year. Alongside the 18 Pro series, the brand also unveiled the Xiaomi Watch S5 Transparent Edition smartwatch. Here’s more on these newly launched devices.

Xiaomi 18 Pro, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max Price and Availability

Xiaomi 18 Pro, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max variants. (Image credit: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are scheduled to go on sale in China on September 31 through Xiaomi’s online store. Both smartphones will be offered in Black, Ice Peach Pink, Starry Blue and White colour options.

Xiaomi has also confirmed that the Xiaomi 18 Pro series will make its global debut later this year.

As for pricing, the Xiaomi 18 Pro price starts at CNY 5,999 (roughly Rs. 86,000) in China for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant. The 12GB + 512GB model is priced at CNY 6,999 (about Rs. 1,00,000), while the 16GB + 512GB version costs CNY 7,999 (roughly Rs. 1,14,000).

The highest 16GB + 1TB configuration is priced at CNY 8,999 (about Rs. 1,29,000). Xiaomi is also offering a transparent version with 16GB RAM and 1TB storage for CNY 9,999 (roughly Rs. 1,43,000).

The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, on the other hand, starts at CNY 6,999 (roughly Rs. 1,00,000) for the 12GB + 256GB version. Its 12GB + 512GB variant costs CNY 7,999 (about Rs. 1,14,000), while the 16GB + 512GB model is priced at CNY 8,999 (roughly Rs. 1,29,000). The top-end 16GB + 1TB version costs CNY 9,999 (about Rs. 1,43,000).

The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max transparent edition with 16GB RAM and 1TB storage is priced at CNY 10,999 (roughly Rs. 1,57,000).

Xiaomi 18 Pro, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max – Specifications and Features

The Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max run Xiaomi’s HyperOS 4 based on Android 17.

The standard Pro model features a 6.4-inch Full-HD+ AMOLED display with a 1,120 x 2,436 pixel resolution. It supports a refresh rate of up to 120Hz, a 300Hz touch sampling rate, up to 4,000 nits peak brightness and DCI-P3 wide colour gamut. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max gets a larger 6.9-inch Full-HD+ AMOLED screen with a 1,208 x 2,624 pixel resolution and offers the same 120Hz refresh rate, 300Hz touch sampling rate, up to 4,000 nits brightness and DCI-P3 colour gamut.

Both models introduce Xiaomi’s new Privacy Display feature. It reduces the viewing angles of the screen, making it harder for people sitting nearby to see the contents of the display and helping reduce shoulder surfing.

The rear secondary display is also different in size between the two models. The Xiaomi 18 Pro has a 2.7-inch AMOLED screen with a 596 x 912 pixel resolution, while the Pro Max gets a 2.9-inch AMOLED panel with a 596 x 976 pixel resolution. These rear displays match the main screens with support for the same refresh rate and peak brightness.

Xiaomi 18 Pro uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chipset, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is powered by the more powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 SoC. Both are octa-core processors manufactured using a 2nm process and have a peak clock speed of 5GHz. The phones also feature the new Adreno GPU, up to 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM and up to 1TB of UFS 4.1 storage.

The Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max feature the same triple-camera setup on the rear. The primary camera is a 200-megapixel sensor with an f/1.67 aperture and optical image stabilisation (OIS). It is accompanied by a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with an f/2.4 aperture and OIS along with a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera with an f/2.4 aperture and a 102-degree field of view.

Both smartphones can record videos at up to 8K resolution at 30fps. For selfies and video calls, the two models come with a 50-megapixel front-facing camera.

The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max packs a large 8,500mAh battery, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro gets a 7,000mAh cell. Both smartphones support 100W wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging. They also support 27W wired reverse charging.

Connectivity options include 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0. The phones also feature a USB Type-C port and support GPS, GLONASS, QZSS, NavIC and Galileo. For security, Xiaomi has equipped both models with an in-display fingerprint scanner and face unlock.

Xiaomi 18 Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max: Key Differences

Xiaomi Watch S5 Transparent Edition Also Launched

Xiaomi Watch S5 Transparent Edition.

Xiaomi also unveiled a new Transparent Edition of the Xiaomi Watch S5 alongside its latest flagship smartphones. The smartwatch gets a transparent-style design combined with a red-themed watch face and matching red accents.

The design gives the watch face and internal-style elements a mechanical-inspired appearance. Xiaomi’s new edition is aimed at users looking for a more unusual and futuristic-looking smartwatch design.

The 41mm model is priced at CNY 1,299 with a rubber strap, while the leather strap version costs CNY 1,499.

Xiaomi has not yet announced the India availability of the Transparent Edition.

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