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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…

-Kabir Jain Updated: Thursday, May 14, 2026, 10:35 [IST] Vivo and Realme could soon add two more budget 5G smartphones to the Indian market. A fresh leak from tipster Abhishek Yadav has now revealed the expected launch timeline and processor details of the upcoming Vivo T5 Lite 5G and Realme P4R 5G smartphones.According to the leak, the Vivo T5 Lite 5G may launch in India by the end of May 2026. The Realme P4R 5G, meanwhile, is tipped to debut sometime in June 2026.Vivo T5 Lite 5G Processor Details SurfaceThe leak suggests that Vivo’s upcoming T-series device could be powered…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Friday, May 15, 2026, 9:01 [IST] Xiaomi is gearing up to unveil new Redmi phone in India soon. The Redmi Turbo 5 is expected to make its debut in the country soon, following a recent teaser on Amazon. To recall, the Redmi Turbo 5 and Turbo 5 Max were unveiled in China back in January.Redmi Turbo 5 Launch in India: What We Know So FarAs of now, there is no official launch date for the Redmi Turbo 5 in India, although it could take place sometime in the coming weeks. Following its launch, the Turbo 5…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Saturday, May 16, 2026, 10:57 [IST] The OPPO Find X9 Ultra is set to make its debut in India next week alongside the Find X9s. Since the OPPO Find X9 Ultra has been unveiled globally, its specifications and features are already available. However, its pricing in India is yet to be revealed, until now.Tipster Sanju Choudhary recently shared a post on X revealing the price of the OPPO Find X9 Ultra, and it could be more expensive than the Vivo X300 Ultra. The OPPO Find X9 Ultra is launching in India on May 21 alongside the…

-Kabir Jain Published: Saturday, May 16, 2026, 7:30 [IST] OPPO India has announced a new Filmmaker Accelerator Program in partnership with Discovery, aimed at supporting emerging creators and mobile storytellers across the country.The initiative has been launched under the company’s new OPPO LUMO Creator Program, which focuses on helping young creators build storytelling and filmmaking skills using smartphones.OPPO Wants to Push Mobile Storytelling FurtherThe new contest is part of OPPO’s ongoing “Culture in a Shot” initiative, which is now entering its third year.This year’s theme is called “Meet Culture Anew, Make Your Moment,” and the focus is on capturing how…