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oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Tuesday, June 30, 2026, 14:35 [IST] Nothing has once again increased the prices of its Phone 4a and Phone 4a Pro in India, marking the second hike since the smartphones launched earlier this year. The latest revision raises prices by up to Rs. 4,000, taking the cumulative increase to as much as Rs. 9,000 on certain variants.The move means buyers who were waiting for festive offers or discounts may now have to pay considerably more for the same devices. The revised pricing is already effective, and the company is expected to retain these prices for the…

oi -Kabir Jain Published: Tuesday, June 30, 2026, 14:37 [IST] Apple goes to extraordinary lengths to keep its supply chain a secret. That wall just got a massive crack in it. A ransomware attack on Tata Electronics has reportedly dumped a huge cache of internal files onto the dark web, and buried in there is information tied to the still unreleased iPhone 18 Pro.What HappenedReuters is reporting that a hacking group called World Leaks broke into Tata Electronics’ systems and published over 200,000 files online. Tata isn’t just any supplier here. It both manufactures parts and assembles iPhones, making it…

-Carlsen Martin Updated: Monday, June 29, 2026, 13:43 [IST] Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy M47 5G across India today. This mid-range smartphone brings premium features to a wider audience. It focuses on long-term performance and high-quality display technology. Users can purchase it through Amazon and the official Samsung website. The first sale begins shortly with attractive launch day discounts.This new entry aims to dominate the sub-25k price category. It provides a massive battery that caters to heavy mobile users. Modern design elements make it appealing to younger Indian consumers. Samsung continues its streak of offering high-end features in affordable…

oi -Kabir Jain Published: Monday, June 29, 2026, 13:57 [IST] Apple hasn’t announced anything yet, but Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has laid out what the iPhone 18 launch could look like, and there are a couple of details worth paying attention to beyond just the date.The Launch WindowIn his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman says Apple’s iPhone launch events typically fall on the first Tuesday or Wednesday after US Labor Day. This year, Labor Day is on September 7, which puts September 8 as the most likely date for the event. September 9 is also possible if Apple wants an extra…

oi -Kabir Jain Published: Monday, June 29, 2026, 17:42 [IST] Apple’s fall 2026 iPhones haven’t launched yet, but leaks for its 2027 lineup are already here. Tipster Digital Chat Station has revealed early details on the iPhone 18, iPhone Air 2, and iPhone 18e, along with news that the iPhone 19 Pro series and a second foldable are already being tested behind the scenes.The 2027 iPhone LineupAccording to the leak, Apple’s early 2027 wave will include three models: the iPhone Air 2, iPhone 18, and iPhone 18e. All three are said to feature 1.5K OLED displays, which would be an…

oi -Kabir Jain Published: Monday, June 29, 2026, 10:46 [IST] Fresh leaks from two separate tipsters have put the Vivo X500 lineup back in focus. Tipster Smart Pikachu has outlined how many models to expect, while Digital Chat Station is back with another round of details, specifically on the Pro Max. Neither set of details is from Vivo officially, and since these come from early engineering prototypes, things could still change before launch.Four Models in the LineupThe X500 series is shaping up to be a four-phone family: X500e, X500, X500 Pro, and X500 Pro Max. That’s the confirmed range for…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 10:15 [IST] Apple’s first foldable iPhone could arrive sooner than some reports previously suggested. According to a new supply chain report, the company has already begun receiving components for the device, indicating that development remains on schedule for a September 2026 unveiling.Component Shipments UnderwayThe report, citing a source at an Apple supplier, claims that component deliveries for the foldable iPhone have recently started in small batches. The supplier reportedly received guidance pointing to a September 2026 launch window, with the device expected to debut alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18…

oi -Kabir Jain Published: Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 11:49 [IST] Nothing has officially confirmed the Phone 4b is launching in India on July 7. A dedicated microsite is already live on Flipkart ahead of the launch.Nothing Phone 4b Price and VariantsTipster Yogesh Brar says the Phone 4b will be priced Rs 3,000 to Rs 5,000 below the Phone 4a. For context, the Phone 4a launched in India with a starting price of Rs 35,999.Nothing Phone 4b launch set for July 7thPriced 3-5k lower than Phone 4a, familiar design language2 memory configs available at launch pic.twitter.com/IbaXXBmgnw— Yogesh Brar (@heyitsyogesh) June 23,…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 8:05 [IST] Vivo is set to unveil its next-generation foldable smartphone, the Vivo X Fold 6, in China on June 26. Ahead of the official launch, a new leak from Weibo has revealed the expected pricing of the device, suggesting a significant increase over its predecessor.According to the leak, the base Vivo X Fold 6 variant with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage could be priced at CNY 9,999. If accurate, this would mark a nearly 43 percent increase compared to the Vivo X Fold 5, which debuted at CNY 6,999 (roughly ₹98,000)…

June wrapped up strong, and July isn’t slowing down. There’s a Nothing phone, a Samsung foldable event, OPPO’s new Reno duo, and even a Vivo series making its return to India after seven years. Here’s every phone confirmed and expected this month.Launching End of JuneTwo phones are landing at the tail end of June and will be available to buy heading into July.Samsung Galaxy M47 5GSamsung kicks things off with the Galaxy M47 5G on June 29 via Amazon India. It’s got a 6.7-inch 120Hz Super AMOLED display with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection, a Snapdragon chip paired with LPDDR5X…