Smartphones 7 November 2025 - 19 December 2025

OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite Is Back After Two Years — Why Its Rs 20,999 India Price Matters Now
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OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite Is Back After Two Years — Why Its Rs 20,999 India Price Matters Now

OnePlus launched the Nord CE6 Lite in India on Tuesday, starting at Rs 20,999, marking a return to its CE Lite line after two years. The phone features a 7,000 mAh battery, 144Hz display, and targets buyers seeking 5G below the Nord CE6. India’s smartphone shipments fell 3% year-on-year in Q1, the weakest in six years, amid rising costs and weaker demand. Bank discounts drop the CE6 Lite’s entry price to Rs 18,999.
May 12, 2026
OnePlus 15R Review Roundup (Dec 19, 2025): 165Hz Display, 7,400mAh Battery — and the Big Trade-Offs at $699
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OnePlus 15R Review Roundup (Dec 19, 2025): 165Hz Display, 7,400mAh Battery — and the Big Trade-Offs at $699

The OnePlus 15R features a 165Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip, and a 7,400mAh battery, with reviewers reporting battery life of two to three days per charge. The phone lacks wireless charging and telephoto camera, with camera performance described as average for its $699 starting price. Charging tops out at 80W with compatible gear, but only 55W with the included charger. US pricing starts at $699 for 12GB/256GB.
December 19, 2025
Smartphone Prices Could Rise Nearly 7% in 2026 as AI Memory Shortage Forces Shipment Cuts, New Forecasts Warn (Dec. 17, 2025)
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Smartphone Prices Could Rise Nearly 7% in 2026 as AI Memory Shortage Forces Shipment Cuts, New Forecasts Warn (Dec. 17, 2025)

Global smartphone shipments are now forecast to fall 2.1% in 2026, with average selling prices rising 6.9%, according to Counterpoint. Analysts blame rising memory chip costs driven by AI demand, which is squeezing supply for consumer devices. Budget phones under $200 face the most pressure as manufacturers shift focus and pass on higher costs.
December 17, 2025
Nothing Phone (3a) Community Edition & 3a Lite: Price, Specs, India Launch and New Community Investment (December 11, 2025)
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Nothing Phone (3a) Community Edition & 3a Lite: Price, Specs, India Launch and New Community Investment (December 11, 2025)

Nothing launched the limited-run Phone (3a) Community Edition on December 11, 2025, co-designed with fans after a nine-month project. The device features a frosted teal transparent back, matte glass, and custom dice accessory, with hardware and software shaped by contest winners. Core specs match the standard Phone (3a), including a 6.77-inch AMOLED display and Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chip.
December 11, 2025
Google Confirms Pixel 9 Pro Display Defects: How the New 3‑Year Free Repair & Fold Replacement Programs Work (11 December 2025)
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Google Confirms Pixel 9 Pro Display Defects: How the New 3‑Year Free Repair & Fold Replacement Programs Work (11 December 2025)

Google has confirmed hardware defects in some Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL phones and launched a global Extended Repair Program offering up to three years of free screen repairs for affected devices. A separate three-year warranty and replacement program covers the Pixel 9 Pro Fold for certain functionality issues. The company acknowledged the problems after months of user complaints about display faults.
December 11, 2025
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leaks on December 5, 2025: 200MP Telephoto, 1‑Inch Sensor and Leica Optics as 17 Pro Max First Impressions Land
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Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leaks on December 5, 2025: 200MP Telephoto, 1‑Inch Sensor and Leica Optics as 17 Pro Max First Impressions Land

New spy photos published December 5 show the Xiaomi 17 Ultra with a triple rear camera setup, including a 1-inch 50MP main sensor, 200MP periscope telephoto, and 50MP ultrawide, plus a 6,000–7,000mAh battery. Reports confirm the phone uses Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. The design marks a shift from Xiaomi’s previous quad-camera layout to a quality-focused triple-lens system.
December 5, 2025
TECNO Freeform Continuum & Dual‑Mirror Telephoto: How Future Lens 2025 Brings True 1–9x Optical Zoom to Smartphones
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TECNO Freeform Continuum & Dual‑Mirror Telephoto: How Future Lens 2025 Brings True 1–9x Optical Zoom to Smartphones

TECNO unveiled two new telephoto camera concepts at its Future Lens 2025 event in Chongqing, China. The Freeform Continuum Telephoto promises continuous optical zoom from 1x to 9x, while the Dual-Mirror Reflect Telephoto shrinks module size and reduces camera bump. Freeform Continuum is expected in commercial phones after a year; Dual-Mirror Reflect could appear as soon as next year.
December 4, 2025
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Unveiled: 10‑Inch Triple‑Hinge Display, $2,450 Price, and a Head Start on Apple
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Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Unveiled: 10‑Inch Triple‑Hinge Display, $2,450 Price, and a Head Start on Apple

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z TriFold, its first tri-fold smartphone, in Seoul on Tuesday. The device unfolds into a 10-inch AMOLED display, costs 3.59 million won (about $2,440), and launches in South Korea on December 12, with global sales set for early 2026. It features a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, 16 GB RAM, and a 200 MP main camera. The phone is 12.9 mm thick when folded and weighs 309 grams.
December 2, 2025
Cyber Monday 2025 Smartphone Deals: Huge Savings on iPhone 17, Galaxy S25 Ultra, Pixel 10 and More Today
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Cyber Monday 2025 Smartphone Deals: Huge Savings on iPhone 17, Galaxy S25 Ultra, Pixel 10 and More Today

Major US carriers are offering iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max effectively free with trade-ins and unlimited plans on Cyber Monday. Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra is discounted by up to $750 with trade-in, while Google’s Pixel 10 Pro XL sees $700 off at Mint Mobile. Amazon and major retailers report record-low prices on flagship and budget phones. Sales end tonight in the US, UK, and Australia.
December 1, 2025
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and S25 FE Black Friday 2025 Deals: Double Storage, Record‑Low Prices and Amazon’s Zero‑Margin War
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and S25 FE Black Friday 2025 Deals: Double Storage, Record‑Low Prices and Amazon’s Zero‑Margin War

Samsung and Amazon are offering record-low prices on the Galaxy S25 Ultra, with Samsung.com selling the 512GB model for about $860, a $560 drop from its usual price. Amazon lists the 256GB version at $899 and the 512GB at $1,019. These deals undercut Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro, which remains at full price. No trade-in or contract is required for the Samsung.com offer.
November 29, 2025
TELUS Black Friday 2025 in Canada: Free iPhone 16, PS5 Bundles and ‘Buy One, Give One’ Phone Donations
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TELUS Black Friday 2025 in Canada: Free iPhone 16, PS5 Bundles and ‘Buy One, Give One’ Phone Donations

TELUS launched its Black Friday 2025 event in Canada on November 28, offering $0/month iPhone 16 and flagship Android phones with select plans, plus free PlayStation 5 or Samsung 4K TVs with PureFibre bundles. The company revived its “Buy One, Give One” campaign, pledging to donate a phone and plan to vulnerable Canadians for every eligible activation this weekend.
November 28, 2025
Motorola Edge 70 review round‑up: GSMArena verdict, new Edge 70 Ultra leak and the thin‑phone shake‑up on November 28, 2025
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Motorola Edge 70 review round‑up: GSMArena verdict, new Edge 70 Ultra leak and the thin‑phone shake‑up on November 28, 2025

Xiaomi, Oppo, and Vivo have cancelled ultra-thin phone launches after weak demand for similar models from Apple and Samsung, according to a new report. Motorola’s Edge 70, just 5.99 mm thick, is now on sale in Europe with strong battery-life reviews and a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset confirmed for the upcoming Edge 70 Ultra. Launch price starts at €799/£699. No US release planned.
November 28, 2025
Poco F8 Ultra review round‑up: denim‑backed Bose flagship lands with Black Friday deals and stackable 10% discounts (November 28, 2025)
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Poco F8 Ultra review round‑up: denim‑backed Bose flagship lands with Black Friday deals and stackable 10% discounts (November 28, 2025)

Poco launched its F8 Ultra and F8 Pro flagships globally on November 26, featuring a denim-style back and Bose-tuned speakers with a built-in subwoofer in the Ultra. Both phones use Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chips and offer aggressive early-bird pricing. Reviews and Black Friday deals, including 10% discounts, appeared as of November 28 in markets like the UK. The Ultra includes a 6,500mAh battery and triple 50MP rear cameras.
November 28, 2025
iQOO 15 vs OnePlus 15: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Flagship Battle in India – Price, Specs & Reviews (28 Nov 2025)
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iQOO 15 vs OnePlus 15: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Flagship Battle in India – Price, Specs & Reviews (28 Nov 2025)

India’s iQOO 15 and OnePlus 15, both powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, now dominate the country’s premium Android market. Reviews out today say iQOO 15 leads in gaming performance and display brightness, while OnePlus 15 offers better battery life and overall balance. The iQOO 15 launched on 26 November at ₹72,999, with offers bringing the price down to around ₹64,999.
November 28, 2025
Apple Set to Overtake Samsung in 2025 Smartphone Shipments as iPhone 17 Surge Ends 14‑Year Streak
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Apple Set to Overtake Samsung in 2025 Smartphone Shipments as iPhone 17 Surge Ends 14‑Year Streak

Apple is projected to surpass Samsung as the world’s top smartphone maker in 2025, shipping about 243 million iPhones versus Samsung’s 235 million, according to Counterpoint Research. This would mark Apple’s first time leading annual global shipments since 2011. In China, iPhone 17 launch sales jumped 18% year-on-year, driving record October results. Apple captured 26% of Singles’ Day smartphone sales in China.
November 27, 2025
Samsung Galaxy S26: Ultra‑Thin Design, F1.4 Camera and Exynos 2600 Chip – All the Key Leaks as of November 19, 2025
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Samsung Galaxy S26: Ultra‑Thin Design, F1.4 Camera and Exynos 2600 Chip – All the Key Leaks as of November 19, 2025

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 series will be thinner and lighter than Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup, according to multiple leaks published November 19. The S26 Ultra is expected to feature a 200MP F1.4 main camera, a larger selfie cutout, and Samsung’s in-house Exynos 2600 chip in most models. The S26 Ultra will reportedly measure 7.9 mm thick and weigh 214 g, undercutting the iPhone 17 Pro Max. Launch is expected in early 2026.
November 19, 2025
Google Pixel phones finally get native call recording — how to enable it and when it’s legal (November 2025)
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Google Pixel phones finally get native call recording — how to enable it and when it’s legal (November 2025)

Google has begun rolling out native call recording to Pixel 6 and newer phones through the November 2025 Pixel Feature Drop and an updated Phone by Google app. The feature appears in the Call Assist menu, with in-call controls and automatic announcements. Availability depends on local law, and the option may be hidden in some regions. Non-Pixel Android phones can also access call recording, subject to restrictions.
November 15, 2025
OnePlus 15 Review Round‑Up (15 November 2025): 7,300mAh Battery Rewrites the Rules, Cameras Go “Down to the Wire” Against Samsung
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OnePlus 15 Review Round‑Up (15 November 2025): 7,300mAh Battery Rewrites the Rules, Cameras Go “Down to the Wire” Against Samsung

The OnePlus 15 launched 15 November 2025, drawing attention for its 7,300mAh silicon-carbon battery—nearly 50% larger than typical rivals. Early reviews from CNET and The Verge report over a day and a half of battery life and rapid charging. The phone drops the Hasselblad camera brand and Alert Slider, sparking debate among reviewers. Camera performance remains a sticking point for some compared to Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra.
November 15, 2025
iPhone Air 2 tipped to add a second 48MP camera as new roadmap pegs Apple’s foldable for 2026 — latest for Nov. 7, 2025
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iPhone Air 2 tipped to add a second 48MP camera as new roadmap pegs Apple’s foldable for 2026 — latest for Nov. 7, 2025

Apple is reportedly testing a dual 48MP rear camera setup for the 2026 iPhone Air, according to a Weibo leak cited by Hindustan Times. JP Morgan supply-chain notes, surfaced by multiple outlets, project a foldable iPhone with dual 24MP selfie cameras and dual 48MP rear cameras for the same year. Naming for the next Air remains unsettled.
November 7, 2025
Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra Hits $899 Record Low — S25+ $150 Off, S25 Edge $600 Off & S24 FE Lowest Price Yet (Nov 7, 2025)
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Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra Hits $899 Record Low — S25+ $150 Off, S25 Edge $600 Off & S24 FE Lowest Price Yet (Nov 7, 2025)

Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra (256GB) hits a record low of $899.99 in the US and £999 in the UK ahead of Black Friday. The Galaxy S25+ is $150 off at Amazon, now just under $850. Best Buy offers the Galaxy S25 Edge (512GB) open-box for $617.99, over $600 off. Google Pixel Watch 3 drops to $200, and ASUS Vivobook S 15 is $779.50.
November 7, 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • Uber and Delivery Hero Drive Global Delivery Market Interest
    May 26, 2026, 5:22 AM EDT. Uber Technologies and Delivery Hero are fueling increased attention in the global delivery sector. This growth reflects expanding demand for online food and package delivery services amid shifting consumer habits. Investors and market watchers are closely tracking these companies for their strategies and performance in the rapidly evolving delivery market. Uber, known for ride-hailing and delivery, is broadening its footprint while Delivery Hero capitalizes on its strong presence in Europe and other regions. Both companies are key players influencing the broader logistics and e-commerce ecosystems as consumer reliance on delivery services continues to grow internationally.