This week kicked off with Samsung dropping new Galaxy phones, Apple releasing its new iPads and Macs, and Xiaomi teasing a wild camera phone idea. Infinix and vivo launched some budget phones, Google brought AI Mode for search, and whispers of an iPhone Fold stirred the pot—here’s the rundown.
Launches This Week
Samsung launched the Galaxy A26, A36, and A56 with Exynos 1380, Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, and Exynos 1580 processors, respectively, all running One UI 7 with six years of updates promised. Read more here.
Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra launched globally at MWC, with an India launch scheduled for March 11, 2025.
Infinix Note 50 and Note 50 Pro launched in Indonesia with MediaTek Helio G100, 6.78-inch AMOLED displays, 144 Hz refresh rate, 5,200 mAh batteries, and wireless charging (45W for the Note 50, 90W for the Note 50 Pro, plus 10W magnetic charging).
Nothing Phone (3a) and (3a) Pro launched in India, priced at ₹24,999 (8GB+128GB) and ₹29,999 (8GB+128GB) respectively. Read more here.
Apple introduced M3 iPad Air models (11-inch at ₹59,900, 13-inch at ₹79,900) with a new Magic Keyboard featuring a function row but no backlighting. Read more here.
iPad (A16) was also announced which now offers double storage and a ₹10,000 price cut, starting at ₹34,900 for 128GB.
Xiaomi unveiled a modular optical system concept phone with a magnetic 100MP M4/3 sensor and 35mm f/1.4-f/11 lens. Read more here.
Samsung has started rolling out the One UI 7 beta to Galaxy Z Fold6, Z Flip6, S23 series, Galaxy Tab S10 series, and A55.
realme 14 Pro Lite launched with Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC, 5,200 mAh battery, basically a rebrand of the realme 13 Pro. Read more here.
vivo T4X launched in India with a 6,500 mAh battery, 44W charging, UFS 3.1, Dimensity 7300, priced at ₹13,999 (6GB+128GB). Read more here.
Mac Studio updated with M4 Max ($1,999) and M3 Ultra ($3,999-$14,099) chips.
MacBook Air with M4 chip now supports two external monitors simultaneously, includes upgraded Thunderbolt ports, and starts at ₹99,900 after a price cut for the 16GB+256GB model. Read more here.
Upcoming Launches
vivo V50e is set to launch soon in India with Dimensity 7300 SoC. Read more here.
Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra launched globally at MWC, with an India launch scheduled for March 11, 2025.
Micron announced UFS 4.1 and UFS 3.1 storage chips based on G9 architecture, soon available in flagship products.
Infinix Note 50X, alongside Note 50 and Note 50 Pro, will launch in India on March 27, 2025.
Android 16 will introduce app lock screen widgets, launching in June 2025, with developer support shortly after.
Leaks and Rumors
Galaxy Tab S10 FE and S10 FE+ render leaks show the ultra-wide module removed, both expected to feature the Exynos 1580 processor.
Galaxy Watch8 and Galaxy Watch8 Classic models have been spotted and they will be launching alongside the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Z Flip7. Read more here.
Galaxy Z Flip7 leak suggests it will feature a significantly larger cover display, similar to the Moto Razr Ultra.
Ming-Chi Kuo reports Apple is developing a C1 modem with mmWave support and an iPhone Fold for late 2026, priced at $2,000-$2,500 with a 5.5-inch cover display and minimal crease. Read more here.
iPhone 17 Air will be 5.5mm thin, while iPhone 17 Pro Max will be 8.72mm thick, retaining the same 163mm height and 77.6mm width as per Ice Universe leaks.
Updates
YouTube has introduced a new Premium Lite plan that offers ad-free videos but includes ads in music, shorts, and browsing, with no downloads or background play.
Google expanded AI overviews and introduced an AI Mode for search, enabling AI-powered responses and follow-ups.
Apple delayed the Siri AI features to 2026 and privated a related video showcasing the new Siri on the iPhone 16, acknowledging the postponement.
Samsung began testing One UI 8 based on Android 16, even as many devices await One UI 7.
And that’s a wrap!
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