Highlights

• Samsung has hiked Galaxy S26 series prices across the US, UK, Europe, Canada and India, affecting the S26, S26+ and S26 Ultra models.
• Increases vary by market with US getting +$100–$200 hike, Europe +€100–€230 hike, UK +£80–£330 hike, Canada +$150–$250 hike and India +Rs 15,000–Rs 25,000 depending on variant.
• Rising memory component costs are cited as the broader industry reason, though Samsung has not issued official reasons for the latest hike.

Samsung has raised the prices of its Galaxy S26 series across several major markets including the US, Canada, the UK, Europe and India. The mid-cycle price revision affects the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+ and Galaxy S26 Ultra with increases varying by market and storage configuration.

In India, the Galaxy S26 series had already received a price revision in September with most variants increasing by Rs 15,000 and the top-end S26 Ultra 1TB rising by Rs 25,000. The latest development is that similar increases are now visible across Samsung’s other major regional stores.

Here is a look at the updated prices of all Galaxy S26 series variants across the four markets.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Series New Prices in the US

In the US, the Galaxy S26 now starts at $1,000 for the 256GB model, while the 512GB version costs $1,200. Both variants have become $100 more expensive.

The Galaxy S26+ is priced at $1,200 for 256GB and $1,400 for 512GB, with both versions receiving a $100 price increase.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra now costs $1,400 for 256GB and $1,600 for 512GB. The 1TB model is priced at $2,000 after a $200 hike.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Series New Prices in Europe

In Europe, the Galaxy S26 now costs €1,100 for the 256GB variant and €1,300 for the 512GB model. Both have received a €100 price increase.

The Galaxy S26+ is priced at €1,350 for 256GB and €1,550 for 512GB, with both variants also becoming €100 more expensive.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra costs €1,550 for 256GB and €1,750 for 512GB, representing a €100 increase for both. The 1TB version now costs €2,150 after a €230 price hike.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Series New Prices in the UK

The Galaxy S26 is now priced at £960 for 256GB and £1,130 for 512GB in the UK. Both variants have received an £80 price increase.

The Galaxy S26+ costs £1,180 for 256GB and £1,350 for 512GB, with both versions also becoming £80 more expensive.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is priced at £1,360 for 256GB and £1,530 for 512GB, following an £80 hike for each. The 1TB model now costs £1,860 after a substantial £330 increase.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Series New Prices in India

Samsung has also increased the prices of the Galaxy S26 series in India. The Galaxy S26 now costs Rs 1,03,000 for the 256GB variant and Rs 1,23,000 for the 512GB model. Both versions have received a Rs 15,000 price hike.

The Galaxy S26+ is now priced at Rs 1,35,000 for 256GB and Rs 1,55,000 for 512GB, with both variants becoming Rs 15,000 more expensive.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra starts at Rs 1,55,000 for 256GB and costs Rs 1,75,000 for 512GB. Both have received a Rs 15,000 hike. The top-end 1TB variant now costs Rs 2,15,000 after a Rs 25,000 increase.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Series New Prices in Canada

In Canada, the Galaxy S26 now costs $1,400 for the 256GB version and $1,680 for the 512GB model. Both variants have received a $150 price increase.

The Galaxy S26+ is priced at $1,680 for 256GB and $1,960 for 512GB, with both versions also becoming $150 more expensive.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra now costs $2,050 for 256GB and $2,330 for 512GB, following a $150 hike for each. The 1TB version is priced at $2,850 after a $250 increase.

Why Is Samsung Increasing Galaxy S26 Series Prices?

The latest price increases come at a time when memory costs have risen sharply across the smartphone industry. Higher memory component costs are being reported as the broader industry context behind the recent smartphone price revisions.

However, Samsung has not necessarily provided any official reason for every price change. Therefore, the connection between rising memory costs and each individual regional price revision should be viewed as reported industry context.

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Highlights

• Samsung has announced India prices for the Galaxy Tab S12 series with the Tab S12+ starting at Rs 1,29,999 and the Tab S12 Ultra at Rs 1,49,999. Sales begin October 7.
• Buyers can avail up to Rs 5,000 cashback, Rs 15,000 multi-buy discounts with select smartphones and additional offers on wearables, accessories, and EMI options.
• The Tab S12 Ultra features a 14.6-inch AMOLED 2X display, Dimensity 9500 chipset, and 11,600mAh battery, while the Tab S12+ offers a 12.6-inch display and 10,600mAh battery. Both run One UI 9 with Galaxy AI.

Samsung has officially announced the India prices and availability details of its latest Galaxy Tab S12 series. The Galaxy Tab S12+ starts at Rs 1,29,999, while the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra starts at Rs 1,49,999. Both tablets will go on sale in India from October 7 and Samsung has confirmed availability through Samsung Exclusive Stores, partner stores, Samsung.com and other online platforms. Here are more details.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ and Tab S12 Ultra Prices in India

While both Galaxy Tab S12 models were launched globally and in India earlier this week, Samsung had not disclosed their complete India pricing until now.

Now, according to the official confirmation, Samsung Galaxy Tab S12+ starts at Rs 1,29,999 for the Wi-Fi version with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. The 5G variant with the same memory and storage configuration costs Rs 1,44,999. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra starts at Rs 1,49,999 for the Wi-Fi model, while the 5G version starts at Rs 1,64,999. Both tablets are also available with 512GB storage.

Here are the prices at a glance –

Galaxy Tab S12 Series Offers

Samsung is offering several benefits with the Galaxy Tab S12 series. Buyers can get up to Rs 5,000 in bank cashback and an upgrade bonus of up to Rs 5,000.

There is also a multi-buy offer that provides a Rs 15,000 discount when a tablet is purchased with select flagship smartphones. Eligible devices include the Galaxy Fold8, Fold Ultra, Flip8, S26 Ultra, S26+, S25 Ultra and S25+.

Customers purchasing a tablet can also get 15% off on select wearables including the Buds4 and Buds4 Pro. Accessories such as the Pro Keyboard Cover are available at up to 30% off when purchased with a tablet.

Samsung is also providing No-Cost EMI options for up to 24 months through participating bank and NBFC partners.

Galaxy Forever Programme

Samsung is also offering its Galaxy Forever programme for the new tablets. The Galaxy Forever pack costs Rs 12,499 and is available through Samsung Finance+.

Under the programme, customers pay 75% of the device price along with the programme fee through 24 EMIs. The programme also includes an assured buyback with 40% available at 11–13 months and 25% at 14–24 months.

Samsung Care+ is included as part of the programme.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra, Tab S12+ Specifications

The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra features a large 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 1,600 nits of peak brightness. The Galaxy Tab S12+ has a slightly smaller 12.6-inch display.

Both tablets are powered by MediaTek’s 3nm Dimensity 9500 chipset, which Samsung claims delivers up to 19% faster CPU performance and 17% better GPU performance compared with the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra.

The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra packs an 11,600mAh battery, while the Galaxy Tab S12+ gets a 10,600mAh battery. Samsung claims up to 23 hours of battery life on the Ultra and up to 21 hours on the Plus. Both models support 45W charging and feature an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance. They also come with quad speakers and support microSD cards with capacities of up to 2TB.

On the software side, both tablets run Android 17-based One UI 9 and come with Galaxy AI features. These include note summaries, three-way split-screen multitasking and Gemini integration. Adobe Photoshop comes preloaded, while S Pen support allows users to work on image editing and design tasks. Samsung bundles an S Pen with both tablets.

Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra vs Galaxy Tab S12+

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Highlights

• Flipkart lists the iPhone 17 Pro Max (256GB) at Rs 1,49,900, but it is available at an effective price of Rs 78,573 after discounts, exchange, and cashback.
• The Rs 78,573 figure requires Rs 66,328 exchange value (for iPhone 16 Pro) + Rs 4,000 Axis Bank cashback.
• Buyers only get a Rs 999 discount + Rs 4,000 cashback without exchange, making the effective price Rs 1,44,901.

iPhone 17 Pro Max Under ₹80,000 on Flipkart

The iPhone 17 Pro Max is currently listed on Flipkart at Rs 1,49,900 for the 256GB model, but an offer calculation brings its effective price down to Rs 78,573. However, there is an important catch: Rs 78,573 is not the upfront price of the iPhone 17 Pro Max.

The figure is reached by combining a Rs 999 discount, the maximum exchange value of Rs 66,328

for an eligible iPhone 16 Pro and Rs 4,000 Flipkart Axis Bank cashback. This means buyers will need to meet the conditions for both the maximum exchange value and bank cashback to reach the advertised effective price.

Here is a closer look at how the Rs 78,573 figure is calculated and what buyers actually need to pay.

How the ₹78,573 Effective Price Works?

The 256GB iPhone 17 Pro Max is listed at Rs 1,49,900 on Flipkart. The effective price calculation brings this down by Rs 71,327 through a combination of discounts, exchange value and cashback.

The calculation is straightforward:

Rs 1,49,900 − Rs 999 − Rs 66,328 − Rs 4,000 = Rs 78,573

But this is where the catch comes in. The Rs 78,573 figure represents an effective price, rather than the amount a buyer can simply pay upfront for the iPhone 17 Pro Max.

To reach this figure, the buyer needs to get the maximum Rs 66,328 exchange value and qualify for the applicable Rs 4,000 Flipkart Axis Bank cashback. The exchange amount can change depending on the old phone being exchanged and its condition.

iPhone 17 Pro Max Price Without Exchange

Buyers who do not have an eligible phone to exchange will not get the full Rs 66,328 reduction. In that case, the Rs 1,49,900 listed price can be reduced by the Rs 999 discount and applicable Rs 4,000 bank cashback. This would bring the effective price to Rs 1,44,901, assuming the buyer qualifies for the full bank cashback.

Therefore, the Rs 78,573 figure should not be treated as the standard Flipkart selling price of the iPhone 17 Pro Max.

For search terms such as iPhone 17 Pro Max Flipkart price, iPhone 17 Pro Max Rs 78,573, iPhone 17 Pro Max under Rs 80,000 and iPhone 17 Pro Max exchange offer, the key point is that Rs 78,573 is an effective deal price based on multiple benefits.

What Phone Do You Need to Exchange?

The maximum exchange value in this calculation is linked to an eligible iPhone 16 Pro, which can fetch up to Rs 66,328 in exchange value.

However, getting the maximum amount will depend on the condition and eligibility of the device. Buyers should therefore check the exchange value offered for their specific phone before assuming that the final effective price will be Rs 78,573.

Flipkart BBD Sale: October 8/9

Flipkart’s Big Billion Days sale adds another reason for buyers to keep an eye on the iPhone 17 Pro Max. BBD early access starts on October 8, while general access begins on October 9. However, the Rs 78,573 figure discussed here should not automatically be considered the final Big Billion Days checkout price.

It is the current effective offer calculation based on the Rs 1,49,900 listed price, Rs 999 discount, maximum Rs 66,328 exchange value and Rs 4,000 Axis Bank cashback. The actual BBD checkout price could therefore be different depending on the offers and exchange value available at the time of purchase.

iPhone 17 Pro Max Specifications

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Highlights

• Latest tip claims that the iQOO 16 is currently being tested in India, hinting at a possible launch despite earlier doubts.
• Rising component costs could push the Indian price to around ₹1 lakh, making it harder for iQOO to attract buyers.
• The phone will likely feature a 6.85″ 2K AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 and an 8,400mAh Blue Ocean battery

The iQOO 16 could be headed to the Indian market after all. The smartphone was recently launched in China and is reportedly being tested in India, according to tipster Yogesh Brar. The latest claim comes after an earlier report suggested that the phone might not launch in the country because of increasing smartphone component costs. Here’s what we know about a possible India launch so far.

iQOO 16 India Launch Could Be Possible

According to Yogesh Brar on X, the iQOO 16 is currently undergoing testing in India. This could indicate that iQOO is considering bringing its latest flagship to the country, although the company has not officially confirmed an Indian launch yet.

iQOO 16 is being tested in India.

But if it launches close to Rs 1 lakh, I don’t think it will be easy to sell.

(same pricing problem for OnePlus also)

What’s the maximum price you would pay for it?

— Yogesh Brar (@heyitsyogesh) October 2, 2026

This new update is interesting because the same tipster had previously claimed that rising component costs could prevent the iQOO 16 from launching in India.

However, even if the phone does arrive, higher component costs could result in a price of around INR 1 lakh, according to the latest tip. Such pricing could make it more difficult for iQOO to attract buyers in the Indian market.  For context, iQOO 16 launched in China starting at CNY 5,999, while the top configuration reaches CNY 8,499.

The iQOO 16 has also not yet appeared on India’s BIS certification database. If the smartphone is currently being tested in the country, its model number could potentially show up on the certification platform at a later stage. For now, there is no official confirmation from iQOO regarding the phone’s Indian availability.

iQOO 16 – Key Specifications

The Chinese version of the iQOO 16 comes with a 6.85-inch AMOLED display that uses Samsung M16 luminescent material and 2K LEAD 2.0 technology. The screen offers up to 2,800 nits of global peak brightness and can reach up to 10,000 nits of local peak brightness.

Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset. It also packs an 8,400mAh Blue Ocean battery.

It features a 50-megapixel OmniVision OV50Q main camera with OIS, a 50-megapixel Sony LYTIA 600 periscope telephoto camera with OIS, and a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera. There is also a 32-megapixel selfie camera with video recording reaching up to 8K from the rear.

More information iQOO 16’s India-specific features and launch timeline is expected to emerge in the coming days.

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Highlights

• Xiaomi 17 and 17 Ultra get Rs20,000 off to bring effective prices down to now Rs 69,999 and Rs 1,19,999 (with kit), respectively.
• Xiaomi 17 specs: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 6.3″ 1.5K OLED, triple 50MP Leica cameras, 6,330mAh battery, 100W wired charging.
• Xiaomi 17 Ultra specs: Same chipset, 50MP 1-inch main, 50MP ultrawide, 200MP periscope, photography kit included; 5+6 years of updates promised.

Xiaomi has announced a major discount on two of its flagship smartphones, the Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra. The company is offering up to Rs 20,000 in discounts, bringing the effective price of the Xiaomi 17 down to Rs 69,999, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra can be purchased for Rs 1,19,999 along with the photography kit.

The offer could make the two flagship phones more accessible to buyers looking for smartphones with flagship processors and advanced camera hardware. Here is a look at the new prices, discounts and key features of the Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra.

Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Ultra New Prices

The Xiaomi 17 currently carries a price of Rs89,999, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is priced at Rs1,39,999. With the latest offer, both phones get an effective discount of Rs20,000.

How to Get Rs20,000 Discount on Xiaomi 17 Series

The total Rs 20,000 benefit is available through two separate discounts. Buyers can get an instant discount of Rs10,000, followed by an additional Rs 10,000 card discount.

This brings the effective price of the Xiaomi 17 to Rs 69,999 from its current price of Rs 89,999. Similarly, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra gets its effective price reduced from Rs 1,39,999 to Rs 1,19,999. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra deal also includes the photography kit.

Xiaomi 17 Key Features

The Xiaomi 17 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and features a 6.3-inch 1.5K flat OLED display. For photography, it comes with a triple 50MP Leica camera setup. The smartphone packs a 6,330mAh battery and supports 100W wired charging.

Xiaomi 17 Ultra Key Features

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra also uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. It features a 50MP 1-inch main camera, a 50MP ultrawide camera and a 200MP periscope camera. The phone also comes with a photography kit as part of the current deal.

Xiaomi is also promising 5+6 years of updates for the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, making the phone a long-term flagship option for buyers.

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Highlights

• Vivo V80 5G spotted on UAE TDRA ahead of debut in India on October 6, 2026, alongside S2 FE.
• It features 6.59″ 1.5K OLED, 7,200mAh battery with 90W FlashCharge, 50MP Sony LYTIA 700V + 50MP IMX882 telephoto + wide-angle, 50MP selfie and OriginOS 7.
• In India, the phone is expected to be priced at Rs 63,000 for 8/128GB, Rs 70,000 for 8/256GB and Rs 80,000 for 8/512GB.

Vivo is set to launch the Vivo V80 5G and Vivo S2 FE in India on October 6, 2026. Both smartphones are expected to be available through Amazon India and Flipkart. Ahead of the launch, the Vivo V80 has now appeared on the UAE’s TDRA certification database, suggesting that the smartphone could also make its way to the UAE market.

Vivo V80 Listed on UAE TDRA

The Vivo V80 has been spotted on the UAE TDRA database with the model number V2648. The listing places the smartphone under the mobile phone category and identifies its marketing name as “Vivo V80”.

It has been assigned the equipment registration number ER65612/26 with September 30, 2026 listed as the issue date.

The certification listing does not provide any details about the smartphone’s specifications. However, its presence on the UAE database indicates that Vivo may be preparing to launch the V80 in the UAE as well.

Vivo V80 Key Specifications

Vivo has already confirmed some of the key specifications of the V80. The smartphone will feature a 6.59-inch OLED display with a 1.5K resolution, a refresh rate of up to 144Hz, and up to 5,000 nits of local peak brightness. It will also pack a 7,200mAh battery with support for 90W FlashCharge.

For the Indian market, the Vivo V80 is expected to be the first smartphone to launch with OriginOS 7. It will be available in Sunrise Anthem, Horizon Blue, and Stellar Black colour options.

The phone features a Zeiss-branded triple rear camera setup featuring a 50-megapixel primary camera with a 1/1.56-inch Sony LYTIA 700V sensor and OIS, a 50-megapixel Night Telephoto camera with a 1/1.95-inch Sony IMX882 sensor, and a Zeiss wide-angle camera. The telephoto camera supports OIS, 3x optical zoom, and up to 100x zoom.  It also has a 50-megapixel Group Selfie camera with a 92-degree field of view and autofocus. It supports 4K Cinematic Video and 4K video recording at 60fps.

Vivo is also highlighting more than 30 AI-based creative tools including Live Sticker Collage and AI Diwali Portrait 2.0, which is designed to improve festive portrait shots.

Vivo has not yet officially revealed the processor powering the V80. However, rumours suggest that the smartphone could use the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset.

Vivo V80 India Price Tipped

The expected Indian pricing of the Vivo V80 was recently shared by tipster Abhishek Yadav. According to the tip, the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant could be priced at INR 63,000. The 8GB/256GB version is tipped to cost INR 70,000, while the top-end 8GB/512GB variant could be priced at INR 80,000.

It is currently unclear whether these tipped prices include any offers or discounts.

Vivo has not yet officially announced the Indian pricing of the V80, so the final prices will be revealed at launch.

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Highlights

• Vivo T5 Lite 5G now adds a 4GB + 64GB model at Rs 30,999, while T5 Pro 5G introduces a 6GB + 128GB version at Rs 49,999.
• Both new variants are listed as ‘coming soon’ on Flipkart and are expected to be available during the Big Billion Days sale starting from October 8.
  • The new memory variants have not been listed on Vivo’s official site as of yet.

Vivo has added new memory and storage choices to two smartphones in its T5 lineup in India. The Vivo T5 Lite 5G and Vivo T5 Pro 5G are now getting lower RAM and storage configurations. The T5 Lite 5G adds a 4GB RAM and 64GB storage model, while the T5 Pro 5G is now listed in a 6GB RAM and 128GB storage version. Here are more details.

Vivo T5 Lite 5G, T5 Pro 5G New Variants Listed in India

The new configurations for both Vivo T5 Lite 5G and T5 Pro 5G have been spotted on Flipkart ahead of their availability during the upcoming Big Billion Days sale.

The latest Vivo T5 Lite 5G configuration is priced at Rs 30,999. This version combines 4GB of RAM with 64GB of storage and is currently shown on Flipkart with a ‘coming soon’ label. Until now, buyers could choose between 4GB + 128GB, 6GB + 128GB and 6GB + 256GB variants.

On the other hand, the Vivo T5 Pro 5G’s newly added 6GB + 128GB model is listed on Flipkart with a price tag of Rs 49,999. Like T5G Lite, Flipkart has marked this variant also as ‘coming soon’. When the T5 Pro 5G was launched in India in April, it was offered in 8GB + 128GB, 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB configurations.

New variants and prices at a glance –

The sale is scheduled to kick off on October 8. As of now, the new configurations have not appeared on Vivo’s official India website.

Vivo T5 Lite 5G Specifications

Launched in India in July this year, the Vivo T5 Lite 5G uses a 6.74-inch LCD screen with an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1,600 pixels. The panel supports a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. Processing duties are handled by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset. On the photography front, there are two cameras at the back including a 50-megapixel primary sensor, while selfies are handled by a 5-megapixel front camera.

The phone draws power from a 6,500mAh battery and supports 44W wired fast charging. It also carries an IP65 rating offering dust and water resistance.

Vivo T5 Pro 5G Specifications

The Vivo T5 Pro 5G takes a step up with a 6.83-inch AMOLED display. It offers a 1.5K resolution and supports refresh rates of up to 144Hz. The smartphone is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset.

For photography, the T5 Pro 5G uses two rear cameras including a 50-megapixel main camera paired with a 2-megapixel Bokeh camera. A 32-megapixel camera is placed on the front for selfies.

One of the key hardware features of the T5 Pro 5G is its 9,020mAh battery. It supports 90W wired fast charging and comes with IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water protection.

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Highlights

• Redmi 17C 5G launched in India at the starting price of Rs 20,999 for the base variant of 4GB + 128GB storage.
• The sale is set to start on October 7 via Amazon and the Xiaomi store.
• It features 6.9-inch HD+ 120Hz display, Dimensity 6300 chip, up to 6GB RAM/128GB storage, 50MP rear camera, 8MP front, IP64 rating and 6,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging.

Redmi is now adding another model to its budget smartphone lineup with the launch of Redmi 17C 5G in India. The new phone joins the recently introduced Redmi 17 5G and shares its design and specifications with the global version. Succeeding Redmi 15C 5G, the new Redmi 17C 5G repurposes several key features including the 6,000mAh battery, a 50-megapixel rear camera and a 6.9-inch display with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. Here are more details about the new launched Redmi handset.

Redmi 17C 5G Price in India and Availability

The Redmi 17C 5G will go on sale from October 7 through Amazon and the Xiaomi online store.

The price starts at Rs 20,999 in India for the 4GB RAM and 128GB storage variant. The higher 6GB RAM + 128GB storage model is priced at Rs 22,999.

It will be available in Coffee Brew, Dark Night and Purple Dawn colour options.

Redmi 17C 5G Specifications and Features

The Redmi 17C 5G features a 6.9-inch HD+ LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1,600 pixels. The screen supports up to a 120Hz refresh rate, up to 810 nits of HBM brightness and up to a 240Hz touch sampling rate. It supports 16.7 million colours and 83 percent NTSC colour coverage.

The display also has TÜV Rheinland certifications for Low Blue Light, Circadian Friendly and Flicker Free viewing. The phone has an IP64 rating for dust and splash resistance.

The phone uses the octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset with a peak clock speed of 2.4GHz. It is paired with a Mali-G57 MC2 GPU, up to 6GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.2 storage. The phone supports up to 6GB of virtual RAM expansion, while storage can be expanded by up to 1TB using a microSD card. A side-mounted fingerprint scanner is also included.

The dual-SIM smartphone runs Xiaomi’s HyperOS 3 based on Android 16.

For photography, the Redmi 17C 5G has a single 50-megapixel rear camera with an f/1.8 aperture. The main camera can record videos at up to 1080p at 30fps. On the front, there is an 8-megapixel camera with an f/2.0 aperture for selfies and video calls. Camera features include HDR, Soft-light ring, Portrait mode, Time-lapse mode and Night mode.

The smartphone is powered by a 6,000mAh battery and supports 33W wired fast charging. Connectivity options include 5G, 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C and GPS. It also supports GLONASS, Galileo and BeiDou navigation systems.

The Redmi 17C 5G comes with an ambient light sensor, accelerometer and e-compass. The phone measures 171.56 x 79.47 x 7.99mm and weighs around 211 grams.

Redmi 17C 5G vs Redmi 15C 5G

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Highlights

• POCO C95 Pro launched in Singapore at the start price of S$169 for the base variant of 6GB+128GB.
• The phone has been introduced in stunning Black, Blue and Green colour options.
• It features a 6.9-inch HD+ 120Hz display, Helio G91-Ultra chipset, up to 8GB RAM/256GB storage, HyperOS 3 based on Android 16, 50MP rear camera and 7,500mAh battery with 45W fast charging and 22.5W reverse charging.

Poco has officially unveiled the Poco C95 Pro after a retail listing last month that revealed several details about the smartphone. The latest C-series model has now been officially announced in Singapore, confirming its design, specifications and pricing. Here’s everything you need to know about this new smartphone.

Poco C95 Pro Price and Availability

The Poco C95 Pro has been launched in Singapore at S$169 for the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant during the early-bird sale. The higher 8GB RAM + 256GB storage model is priced at S$199 during the early-bird offer.

The smartphone is available in Black, Blue and Green colour options.

Poco C95 Pro – Key Features

The Poco C95 Pro features a 6.9-inch HD+ display with a resolution of 1,600 x 720 pixels. The screen supports an adaptive refresh rate of up to 120Hz and can reach up to 825 nits of HBM brightness. It is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i and has TÜV Rheinland certifications for low blue light, flicker-free viewing and circadian-friendly use. The display also offers a touch sampling rate of up to 240Hz.

The smartphone is powered by the MediaTek Helio G91-Ultra chipset and comes with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Poco also offers a Memory Extension feature that can provide up to 16GB of virtual RAM. On the software front, the phone runs HyperOS 3 based on Android 16.

The Poco C95 Pro’s biggest highlight is its large 7,500mAh battery. It supports 45W turbo charging and up to 22.5W wired reverse charging, allowing the phone to charge other compatible devices. Poco claims the battery can provide up to 28 hours of video playback and up to 91 hours of music playback.

For photography, the phone has a 50-megapixel primary rear camera and an 8-megapixel front camera. It also supports dual video recording.

Other features include stereo speakers, a 3.5mm headphone jack, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC and an IP64 rating for dust and splash resistance.

Poco C95 Pro specifications

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Highlights

• OnePlus Nord Buds 3r gets a new Jade Mist colour at Rs 1,999 with festive sale offers dropping it to ₹1,599 from Oct 8, 2026.
• The key features include 12.4mm titanium drivers, Sound Master EQ, AI noise reduction, 54-hour playback, IP55 rating, and TÜV battery health certification.
• The earbuds have smart connectivity features such as support Bluetooth 5.4, Google Fast Pair, dual-device connectivity, gaming mode (47ms latency), Tap 2 Take and Find My Earbuds.

OnePlus Nord Buds 3r’s new colour revealed. (Image credit: OnePlus)

OnePlus has introduced a new colour option for its Nord Buds 3r true wireless earbuds in India. The new Jade Mist variant joins the existing Aura Blue and Ash Black colour options. The launch comes ahead of the festive shopping season and coincides with major retail events including the OnePlus Festive Sale, Amazon Great Indian Festival and Flipkart Big Billion Days.

Commenting on the launch, Varun Jha, Business Head, IoT, OnePlus India, said, “Today, consumers are looking for technology that not only fits seamlessly into their everyday lives, but also reflects their individual preferences. With the Nord Buds 3r, we have seen a strong consumer response to this balance of functionality and style, and Jade Mist is a natural extension of that proposition, bringing more choice to the lineup.” Here are more details.

OnePlus Nord Buds 3r Jade Mist Price and Availability

The standard retail price of the OnePlus Nord Buds 3r remains Rs 1,999. However, from October 8, 2026, promotional discounts and bank offers during the festive sales will bring the effective price of the new Jade Mist variant down to Rs 1,599.

The earbuds will be available through OnePlus.in, the OnePlus Store App, Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra and Blinkit. Offline availability will include OnePlus Experience Stores, Croma, Reliance Digital, Vijay Sales and Bajaj Electronics.

According to 2026 year-to-date retail data, the OnePlus Nord Buds 3r is the top-selling TWS model by value on Amazon.in and Myntra. It also ranks as the top-selling TWS model in the Rs 1,500 – Rs 2,000 average selling price (ASP) category on Flipkart.

The new Jade Mist finish gives buyers another design option in this price segment.

‘Jade’ to meet you. #OnePlusNordBuds3r pic.twitter.com/64ZgXxsYYt

— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) October 1, 2026

OnePlus Nord Buds 3r Audio and Battery Features

The OnePlus Nord Buds 3r feature 12.4mm titanium-coated dynamic drivers and come with the Sound Master EQ system. This includes three pre-tuned sound presets along with a 6-band customisable equaliser.

When connected to compatible OnePlus smartphones, the earbuds support OnePlus 3D Audio for spatial sound. For calls, they use a dual-microphone system supported by AI-based noise reduction algorithms, beamforming hardware and an anti-wind acoustic design.

The earbuds offer up to 54 hours of total playback when used with the charging case. They also have TÜV Rheinland Battery Health Certification, which indicates sustained battery capacity over 1,000 charging cycles. The Nord Buds 3r carry an IP55 rating for dust and water resistance.

OnePlus Nord Buds 3r Connectivity and Smart Features

The earbuds use Bluetooth 5.4 and support Google Fast Pair as well as dual-device multipoint connectivity. A gaming mode offers low-latency performance of up to 47ms.

The Nord Buds 3r also come with several utility and smart features. These include Tap 2 Take for using the earbuds as a camera shutter, Aqua Touch and Find My Earbuds tracking. The earbuds also support integrated AI Translation.

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