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oi -Kabir Jain Published: Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 14:14 [IST] Vivo may finally be bringing back its S-series smartphones to India after nearly seven years.According to a report by 91mobiles, citing industry sources, the company is planning to launch the Vivo S2 in India this July. If true, it would mark the return of the S-series lineup that last launched in the country with the Vivo S1 back in 2019.This time, though, Vivo appears to be targeting a completely different segment.Vivo S2 May Enter the Premium CategoryThe older Vivo S1 was aimed at budget buyers, but the Vivo S2 is…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Monday, May 18, 2026, 15:33 [IST] Xiaomi is prepping to add yet another smartphone to its flagship 17 series in China this week. The Xiaomi 17 Max will debut as the fifth smartphone in the line-up, following the Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (Review).Alongside the latest Xiaomi 17 Max, the company is also expected to unveil the Xiaomi Band 10 Pro and its first clip-on true wireless stereo earbuds, reportedly called the Xiaomi Ear Clip. The launch event will additionally mark the debut of the Xiaomi YU7 GT…

-Carlsen Martin Updated: Monday, May 18, 2026, 15:56 [IST] The Xiaomi 17T series is making its global debut next week. The line-up will include the Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro. According to an official post, the Xiaomi 17T series will the “biggest T Series upgrade yet”. The announcement comes shortly after Xiaomi announced that the 17 Max would be debuting in China this week.Xiaomi 17T Series Launch Date and Expected PricingThe Xiaomi 17T series is launching globally on May 28. According to previous reports, at least one, if not both, models of the Xiaomi 17T series will make their…

Some executives talk about consumers. Shivam Ranjan talks about the questions they ask. It is a small distinction that turns out to matter quite a bit. In a conversation ahead of the Motorola Razr Fold’s India launch, the Head of Marketing for Asia Pacific at Motorola kept returning to one specific shift – not in market share, not in shipment numbers, but in the question a premium Indian buyer is now asking.For most of the last five years, that question was: should I buy a foldable, or just a regular phone? Hesitation dressed as curiosity. In 2026, Ranjan says, the…

oi -Carlsen Martin Updated: Monday, May 18, 2026, 14:41 [IST] OPPO has officially confirmed the launch of the Reno 16 series in China. The Reno 16 series will succeed the Reno 15 line-up, although OPPO is only expected to introduce two phones in the series next week, with more possibly following later.OPPO Reno 16 Series Launch Date The OPPO Reno 16 series launch date in China is set for May 25 at 06:00 pm local time or 03:30 pm IST. As of now, there is no word on the global launch of the OPPO Reno 16 series, although it could…

-Carlsen Martin Updated: Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 20:46 [IST] Sony is preparing a new flagship reveal, confirming that the Xperia 1 VIII launch event will take place on May 13 at 11:00 AM, Japan time. The announcement will headline Sony’s product showcase, which also includes a high-resolution A7r VI full-frame camera and a fresh 100-400mm f/4.5 GM lens.Sony kept official details brief, teasing the event with the line, “when brilliance comes full circle, the next one is coming.” The wording signals a major update for the Xperia 1 series, with the Xperia 1 VIII expected to replace the current flagship…

-Carlsen Martin Updated: Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 20:46 [IST] iQOO is reportedly preparing to expand its flagship 15 series with a new model called the iQOO 15T, which is already available for pre-orders on the brand’s official Weibo channels and partner stores, ahead of a launch that is expected around 20 May 2026.Alongside the iQOO 15, iQOO 15R and iQOO 15 Ultra, this new device is positioned as another high-end option, and leaks suggest that iQOO will focus strongly on gaming performance, battery life and durability, while keeping the design in line with the rest of the 15 series.iQOO 15T…

-Kabir Jain Updated: Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 20:48 [IST] A leaked image believed to show the upcoming OPPO Reno 16 Pro and Reno 16 Pro Mini has surfaced online, giving an early look at what may be a redesigned Reno series for 2026.The image, shared by tipster Debayan Roy, reportedly shows an EVT prototype unit without branding. Even so, the hardware design is noticeably different from the current Reno 15 Pro Mini.New Camera Layout Stands OutThe biggest visible change is the rear camera module.Instead of the softer rectangular camera island used on the Reno 15 Pro Mini, the Reno 16…

-Carlsen Martin Updated: Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 20:48 [IST] Samsung is bringing its Certified Re-Newed programme to India, giving buyers access to refurbished Galaxy smartphones at lower prices. The lineup covers recent flagship and mid-range models, which Samsung says match its standards for reliability, security, performance, and overall experience while offering a more affordable entry into the premium Galaxy ecosystem.Certified Re-Newed Galaxy smartphones are on sale now exclusively through Samsung.com. The current portfolio includes the Samsung Galaxy S25, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy A56 5G, and Samsung Galaxy A36 5G in multiple storage and memory options, positioned for users…

-Carlsen Martin Updated: Thursday, May 14, 2026, 9:21 [IST] Apple is set to reveal iOS 27 on June 8, and the update is expected to focus strongly on Siri and design. Mark Gurman from Bloomberg reports that Siri will act more like a chatbot, while several core apps will gain new layouts and controls.In iOS 27, Siri will run on Google’s Gemini models and sit inside the Dynamic Island interface. Users will be able to switch between Siri’s own models and services such as ChatGPT. Apple is also preparing a separate Siri app, which will appear on the Home Screen.iOS…