Here’s more about the campaign.

Samsung ‘Thank You India’ Campaign Benefits

Customers purchasing eligible Samsung televisions can receive a complimentary soundbar worth up to INR 1,10,000, along with a one-year Accidental Damage and Liquid Damage warranty, plus a three-year comprehensive warranty, which will cover manufacturing defects beyond the standard warranty period.

Not only this, but Samsung is also offering up to 20% cashback, zero down payment, and flexible EMI plans with tenures of up to 30 months on eligible purchases.

Value-Added Benefits

Along with the above-mentioned purchase offers, Samsung has highlighted several value-added services available with its television ecosystem.

Samsung TV Plus provides access to 200 streaming television channels, while Samsung Care+ offers enhanced after-sales support. The company is also offering Samsung Finance+, which provides flexible and paperless financing options, including zero-interest plans.

Samsung Art+ allows compatible television models to display artwork from artists around the world. Adding more to this, Samsung is also offering seven years of operating-system upgrades on eligible televisions.

Stay tuned for more updates!

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OriginOS 7 has now officially been unveiled for global markets, with Vivo revealing its performance improvements, cross-device connectivity features, AI tools and personalisation options.

Here’s more about the update.

OriginOS 7 – Features

OriginOS 7 introduces the next-generation Origin Smooth Engine, which is designed to improve graphics processing, memory management and system scheduling. Ultra-Core Computing dynamically allocates processing resources depending on the workload.

Vivo claims that these improvements reduce app cold-start time by 10% and improve app-page switching by 11%. Memory Fusion is also said to offer 60% greater memory reclamation and can free up to 25GB of storage on a device with 256GB of internal storage.

Dual Rendering is claimed to improve rendering efficiency by 14.4%, and with Origin Workbench, users can operate up to five active applications within a unified workspace.

To note, Vivo claims that OriginOS 7 has completed its 72-month anti-ageing laboratory test, which is designed to evaluate the operating system’s smoothness over six years of use.

Origin Animation introduces physics-based system animations, while Fluid Motion allows interface elements to stretch, bounce and merge depending on the user’s touch movements. Spring Animation offers consistent motion effects across the system and supported applications, while Seamless Interaction improves multidirectional scrolling.

Speaking of cross-device connectivity, OriginOS 7 supports compatible Apple Watch models for receiving notifications and synchronising health information. AirPods users can also view battery information through Origin Island and access Spatial Audio on supported devices.

Vivo Office Kit enables task handoffs, note synchronisation and file transfers between Vivo devices and iPad, Mac and Windows systems. Additionally, users can access their iCloud photos and files through Vivo File Manager.

OriginOS 7 also introduces Jovi as a cross-device personal AI agent. Jovi can retrieve files from a connected computer, summarise their contents and send the results to the user’s smartphone. It also supports scheduled tasks, including preparing reports and organising files.

Snap Note can convert images of handwritten notes, whiteboards and presentation slides into editable rich-text documents. Jovi Security records actions performed autonomously by the AI agent and requires user authorisation before completing important steps.

Several new personalisation features have also been introduced. Wiggle Theme adds liquid-style interactions to personal photos, while Glint Theme uses the device’s gyroscope to create changing light and shadow effects.

StickIt allows users to create layered collages using photos and Live Photos across the lock screen, home screen and Always-On Display. Pet Pals adds interactive companion themes that respond to device movement, charging, music playback and changes in time.

Preview Program and Rollout

The OriginOS 7 Preview Program began on 21st September 2026 for the Vivo X300 Pro and select iQOO devices. The initial preview regions include India, Thailand and Malaysia.

Speaking more, OriginOS 7 will later become available for the Vivo X500 series, along with new Vivo X Fold and V-series smartphones. The exact availability of its features may vary depending on the device, market and region.

Vivo is expected to reveal a detailed global rollout schedule for OriginOS 7 in the coming weeks.

Stay tuned for more updates!

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Amazon Great Indian Festival 2026

As per the details shared on the official sale page, the Amazon Great Indian Festival 2026 sale will begin on 8th October 2026 in India.

During the sale, customers using eligible HDFC Bank credit cards will be able to receive a 10% instant discount. The same offer will also be available on eligible Easy EMI transactions.

Speaking more, another Amazon microsite mentions that Prime members will be able to receive an extra benefit of up to 10%. A 10% instant discount with eligible SBI debit cards, SBI credit cards and credit-card EMI transactions has also been listed on this microsite.

Exchange offers and no-cost EMI options have also been revealed among the benefits that will be available during the upcoming sale.

To note, while one Amazon sale page mentions an HDFC Bank credit-card offer, the other microsite lists an instant discount for SBI debit and credit-card users. More details about the eligibility criteria and applicable products are expected to be revealed closer to the sale.

Flipkart had earlier announced that its upcoming Big Billion Days sale would begin on 9th October 2026. This means that Amazon’s Great Indian Festival sale will start a day before Flipkart’s festive sale.

Amazon has not yet revealed the product deals or category-specific discounts that will be offered during the Great Indian Festival 2026. However, with the sale date now announced, the e-commerce platform is expected to reveal more details as the sale approaches.

Stay tuned for more updates!

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Samsung Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 FE – Teased Sale Prices

As per the details shared on the microsite, the Samsung Galaxy S25 is revealed to be available at a starting price of INR 5X,XXX during the upcoming sale. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S25 FE is teased to carry a starting price of INR 4X,XXX. The poster also features the “Your 1st Look at the Magic” tagline, along with the “Deals Worth Waiting For” offer message.

While the exact deal prices have not yet been revealed, the above-mentioned figures suggest that the Galaxy S25 FE will be available for under INR 50,000. Similarly, the Galaxy S25 is expected to be offered for under INR 60,000 during the sale.

To note, these are likely to be effective prices inclusive of the applicable bank discounts and other sale offers. Therefore, the actual selling prices without these offers could be higher.

Speaking more, the base variant of the Samsung Galaxy S25 is currently listed on Flipkart for INR 69,999, while the Galaxy S25 FE is available for INR 54,999.

With the Big Billion Days sale date now announced, Flipkart is expected to reveal the exact deal prices and applicable offers ahead of the sale.

Stay tuned for more updates!

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Xiaomi HyperOS 4 Stable Rollout Schedule for China

As per the schedule shared by Xiaomi, the stable HyperOS 4 rollout will begin on 15th October 2026, initially covering select Xiaomi and REDMI smartphones and tablets. The rollout will then gradually expand to more eligible devices through January 2027.

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Xiaomi hyperOS 4 – Stable Update Release China

From 15th October 2026

Smartphones

• Xiaomi 17 Ultra / Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition
• Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
• Xiaomi 17 Pro
• Xiaomi 17
• REDMI K100 Pro Max
• REDMI K100 Pro
• REDMI K90 Pro Max / REDMI K90 Pro Max Champion Edition
• REDMI K90

Tablets

• Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
• Xiaomi Pad 8

By 31st October 2026

Smartphones

• Xiaomi 17 Max
• Xiaomi 17T Pro
• Xiaomi 17T
• REDMI K90 Max
• REDMI K90 Ultra
• REDMI Turbo 5 Max
• REDMI Turbo 5

Tablets

• REDMI K Pad 2

TVs

• Xiaomi TV S Pro Mini LED 2026 Series
• Xiaomi TV S Pro Mini LED 2025 Series
• Xiaomi TV S Mini LED 2026 Ultra Series
• Xiaomi TV S Mini LED 2026 Series

By 15th November 2026

Smartphones

• Xiaomi 15 Ultra / Xiaomi 15 Ultra Dual-Satellite Edition
• Xiaomi 15S Pro
• Xiaomi 15 Pro
• Xiaomi 15
• Xiaomi MIX Flip 2
• Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro
• REDMI K80 Pro / REDMI K80 Pro Champion Edition
• REDMI K80 Ultra
• REDMI K80
• REDMI Turbo 4 Pro / REDMI Turbo 4 Pro Harry Potter Edition
• REDMI Turbo 4

Tablets

• Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra
• Xiaomi Pad 7S Pro 12.5
• Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro
• Xiaomi Pad 7
• REDMI K Pad

By 30th November 2026

Smartphones

• REDMI Note 17 Pro
• REDMI Note 17
• REDMI Note 15 Pro+
• REDMI Note 15 Pro
• REDMI Note 15

Tablets

• REDMI Pad 2 Pro 5G
• REDMI Pad 2 Pro / REDMI Pad 2 Pro Learning Edition

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September 2026 Pixel Drop

The latest Pixel Drop introduces redesigned and expanded Pixel VIP widgets. After this update, users will be able to make a call or write a message to their VIP contacts directly from the Home screen, while new notification badges highlight urgent and unread messages. Moreover, a floating menu has also been added for quickly switching between different VIP contacts.

Google has also introduced Harry Potter Audiobook Packs, which will remain available until 31st December 2026, and with just a single tap users will be able to wallpaper, icons, and sounds with elements from the audiobooks.

Along with this, eligible Pixel users will receive a two-month Audible free trial, which will be available in the US, Canada, the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, India, Japan, and Australia and can be claimed until 14th January 2027.

Speaking more, Gboard Scam Detection, which is a real-time scam detection that can display a “Likely scam” warning if a user begins replying to a suspicious message, is rolling out to Pixel 6 and newer devices in the US.

Scam Detection in notifications is also expanding to Australia, Canada, France, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, Singapore, and the UK. The notification-based feature has additionally gained support for Arabic, French, German, Portuguese, Japanese, and Spanish.

Lastly, the Pause Point feature, which was previously limited to the Pixel 11, is expanding to Pixel 6 and newer devices. It introduces a brief pause before users open selected distracting apps, giving them an opportunity to reconsider whether they want to continue.

Apart from the September 2026 Pixel Drop, Google is also rolling out its monthly software update for the Pixel 6 and newer smartphones with the build number CP3A.260905.009. The complete changelog is listed on the Google’s official support page.

Stay tuned for more updates!

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Now, the sale banner has officially gone live on Flipkart, confirming the previously revealed date and sharing more details about the upcoming sale event.

Here’s more about the update.

Flipkart The Big Billion Days Sale 2026

As per the banner now available on Flipkart, The Big Billion Days sale will begin on 9th October 2026. Flipkart Plus, BLACK, and Flipkart Credit Card members will receive early access to the sale starting on 8th October 2026.

Similar to last year’s Big Billion Days sale, the site confirms that customers using eligible Axis Bank and ICICI Bank cards will receive a 10% instant discount. Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card users will also be able to avail themselves of 10% savings.

Additionally, Super.money users will receive 10% cashback on their first transaction. BHIM, CRED, and Paytm have been announced as the UPI partners for the sale.

Speaking more, Acer, Beardo, JBL, Aristocrat, and TCL have been listed as the associate sponsors of Flipkart’s upcoming The Big Billion Days sale.

With the sale date now announced, Flipkart is expected to reveal more product deals and offers in the coming days.

Stay tuned for more updates!

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Series – Reported Revised Pricing

As per the details shared in the poster, all listed variants in the Samsung Galaxy S26 series are said to receive a price hike of INR 20,000 in India and this would mark the first price revision for the series since its launch in the country.

Starting with the Samsung Galaxy S26, its 12GB/256GB variant, which was launched at INR 87,999, is reportedly going to be priced at INR 1,07,999. Meanwhile, the 12GB/512GB variant is said to receive a revised price tag of INR 1,27,999, up from its launch price of INR 1,07,999.

The Galaxy S26+ is also said to be part of this price revision. Its 12GB/256GB and 12GB/512GB variants, which were introduced for INR 1,19,999 and INR 1,39,999, are reportedly going to cost INR 1,39,999 and INR 1,59,999, respectively.

Coming to the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, its 12GB/256GB model is said to receive a revised price of INR 1,59,999, compared to its launch price of INR 1,39,999. Additionally, the 12GB/512GB variant may reportedly cost INR 1,79,999 instead of INR 1,59,999, while the top-end 16GB/1TB model is said to be priced at INR 2,09,999, up from INR 1,89,999.

To note, Samsung has not officially announced these alleged revised prices yet, and though the poster shared by the tipster suggests that the price hike will come into effect on 18th September 2026, it is currently not being updated on their respective product pages yet.

Stay tuned for more updates!

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Since OPPO had already confirmed that Realme UI is being discontinued, eligible Realme smartphones will receive ColorOS 17 instead of the expected Realme UI 8 update.

Here’s more about the newly unveiled operating system.

ColorOS 17 – Features and Rollout Schedule

ColorOS 17 introduces a new Fluid Design with luminous visual effects, fluid animations, Polar Light Engine, and responsive feedback. Speaking more about the Polar Light Engine, Oppo claims that this can reduce application start-up and runtime memory usage by 25%, while lowering the rendering workload by 30%.

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ColorOS 17 – Features

The new Tidal Engine offers personalised resource scheduling and is claimed to improve background application retention stability by 55.6%. OPPO also claims a 50% improvement in third-party application scrolling and loading speeds, 30% faster mini-program start-up speeds, and a 15% improvement in application-switching speeds. Additionally, the brand promises up to six years of smooth performance across supported devices.

On the AI photography side, ColorOS 17 introduces a new AI Photo Editor for one-stop natural photo editing, which can remove unwanted background objects, reduce motion blur, and adjust image colours and tones. Native 2K ProXDR imaging support has also been offered.

Reference Image Replication allows users to apply the visual style of a reference image to another picture. Furthermore, the Da Vinci Visual Understanding Model uses six specialised models covering light and shadow, image quality, composition, colour, portraits, and image elements.

AI Notes has also been redesigned as it offers an information overview with one-tap sharing, along with ‘Inspiration Moment’ cards for rediscovering saved ideas. Additionally, it now supports simultaneous audio recording, note-taking, and photography. It offers an information overview with one-tap sharing, along with ‘Inspiration Moment’ cards for rediscovering saved ideas.

OPPO has also introduced the AI Assistant Ball, which weighs 9.8gm and offers up to 24 hours of usage. A short press displays key information, whereas a long press allows users to ask questions and receive proactive results.

It also brings Smart Screen Reading, which can read on-screen content aloud with improved recognition accuracy. Morever, the AI anti-fraud protection uses personalised behaviour modelling to identify potential scams across different usage scenarios.

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ColorOS 17 – Features – Rollout

A Care Mode is being offered with the new update, which enables accessibility and safety-related settings with a single tap.

The new-generation Xiaobu AI assistant offers one-stop lifestyle services, whereas Xiaobu Space manages personal tasks and information. Xiaobu Suggestions supports more than 700 service scenarios, and AI Fluid Cloud navigation provides proactive travel reminders.

Xiaobu Call offers airport and high-speed railway pick-up reminders, while Xiaobu Memory remembers content and provides proactive suggestions. An AI one-tap memory feature has also been introduced, along with AI Photo Editor and AI Notes integration.

For cross-device connectivity, ColorOS 17 brings Car+ connectivity with walking-navigation handover, camera connectivity with seamless photo-album transfers, earphone connectivity with AI conversation interpretation, and smartwatch connectivity with FatMax fat-burning mode.

Fluid Cloud information can also be synchronised across supported devices. Users can customise modular watch faces, while exercise information recorded by a smartwatch can appear on connected smartphones and tablets.

Devices Shipping First with ColorOS 17

The upcoming OPPO Find X10 series, OnePlus 16, and OPPO Watch S2 will be the first devices to ship with ColorOS 17.

ColorOS 17 Stable Rollout Schedule for China

From 8th October 2026

OPPO

• OPPO Find N6
• OPPO Find N6 Satellite Communication Edition
• OPPO Find X9 Ultra
• OPPO Find X9 Ultra Satellite Communication Edition
• OPPO Find X9s Pro
• OPPO Find X9 Pro
• OPPO Find X9 Pro Satellite Communication Edition
• OPPO Find X9

OnePlus

• OnePlus 15
• OnePlus 15T

Realme

• Realme GT8 Pro
• Realme GT8 Pro Aston Martin F1 Limited Edition

From 16th October 2026

OPPO

• OPPO Find N5
• OPPO Find N5 Satellite Communication Edition
• OPPO Find X8 Ultra
• OPPO Find X8 Ultra Satellite Communication Edition
• OPPO Find X8s+
• OPPO Find X8s
• OPPO Find X8 Pro
• OPPO Find X8 Pro Satellite Communication Edition
• OPPO Find X8
• OPPO Pad 5 Pro
• OPPO Pad Mini
• OPPO Pad Mini Soft Light Edition

OnePlus

• OnePlus 13
• OnePlus 13T
• OnePlus Pad 3 Pro

Realme

• Realme GT7 Pro
• Realme GT7 Pro Racing Edition
• Realme GT8
• Realme Neo8

From 20th October 2026

OPPO

• OPPO Watch X3
• OPPO Watch X3 Mini
• OnePlus
• OnePlus Ace 6
• OnePlus Ace 6 Supreme Edition
• OnePlus Ace 6T
• OnePlus Ace 6T Genshin Impact Kamisato Ayaka Edition

From 22nd October 2026

• OPPO Reno16 Pro
• OPPO Reno16

From 30th October 2026

• OPPO Watch X2
• OPPO Watch X2 Mini

November 2026

OPPO

• OPPO Find N3
• OPPO Find N3 Collector’s Edition
• OPPO Find N3 Flip
• OPPO Find X7 Ultra
• OPPO Find X7 Ultra Satellite Communication Edition
• OPPO Find X7
• OPPO Reno15 Pro
• OPPO Reno15
• OPPO Reno15c
• OPPO Reno14 Pro
• OPPO Reno14
• OPPO K15 Pro+
• OPPO K15 Pro
• OPPO K15
• OPPO Pad 6
• OPPO Pad 6 Soft Light Edition
• OPPO Pad 5
• OPPO Pad 5 Soft Light Edition
• OPPO Pad 4 Pro
• OPPO Watch S

OnePlus

• OnePlus 12
• OnePlus Ace 5 Pro
• OnePlus Ace 5
• OnePlus Ace 5 Supreme Edition
• OnePlus Ace 5 Racing Edition
• OnePlus Turbo 6
• OnePlus Turbo 6V
• OnePlus Pad 2 Pro
• OnePlus Pad 2

Realme

• Realme GT5 Pro
• Realme GT7
• Realme GT7 Aston Martin F1 Limited Edition
• Realme Neo7
• Realme Neo7 The Outcast Limited Edition
• Realme Neo7 Turbo
• Realme Neo7 SE
• Realme 15 Pro
• Realme 15
• Realme 15T

December 2026

OPPO

• OPPO Find X6 Pro
• OPPO Find X6
• OPPO Reno13 Pro
• OPPO Reno13
• OPPO K13 Turbo Pro
• OPPO K13 Turbo
• OPPO K12s
• OPPO Pad Air5
• OPPO Pad Air5 Soft Light Edition
• OPPO Pad 3 Pro
• OPPO Pad 3

OnePlus

• OnePlus 11
• OnePlus 11 Jupiter Rock Limited Edition
• OnePlus Ace 3 Pro
• OnePlus Ace 3
• OnePlus Ace 3 Genshin Impact Edition
• OnePlus Ace 3V
• OnePlus Turbo 6X Pro
• OnePlus Turbo 6X
• OnePlus Pad Pro
• OnePlus Pad

Realme

• Realme GT6
• Realme GT Neo6
• Realme GT Neo6 SE
• Realme Neo7x
• Realme 14 Pro+
• Realme 14 Pro
• Realme 14
• Realme V70
• Realme V70s

First Quarter of 2027

• OPPO Find N2
• OPPO Find N2 Flip

To note, the above-mentioned ColorOS 17 stable rollout schedule applies to the Chinese market. The global rollout schedule has not yet been revealed by the brand.

Stay tuned for more updates!

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Samsung One UI 9 Stable Update – Rollout and Features

As per Samsung’s press release, the stable One UI 9 rollout has already begun for the Galaxy S26 Series yesterday itself and in the coming days it will gradually be expanded to more eligible Galaxy devices. However, the title of being the first devices to launch with it is being held by Galaxy Z Fol8, Z Fold 8 Ultra and Z Flip 8.

Speaking of its Galaxy AI features, One UI 9 introduces My FanCam, which automatically tracks a selected person and keeps them centred while recording videos. Moreover, the Now Brief Cards allow users to create and edit personalised cards, and the Now Nudge provides contextual suggestions without requiring them to leave their current application.

Creative Studio has also been added and can suggest image-generation ideas based on upcoming events such as birthdays.

A new Warranty and Care section within Settings has been introduced with One UI 9, which allows users to check warranty coverage, run diagnostics, view repair estimates, manage Samsung Care+, and book service appointments. There is also an Interpreter Thread View that can display previous translated conversations, and within this there is a Conversation Mode which offers faster translations and quicker playback through compatible Galaxy Buds.

The Document Scan feature has also been improved to scan curved book pages and folded documents. Additionally, Finger Eraser can remove fingers accidentally captured while scanning, whereas Voice Recorder can now organise generated summaries using headings and tables.

Similar to what we had seen in Oppo’s ColorOS 16, One UI 9’s Security Brief feature brings malware warnings, unknown-app alerts, and notices regarding unnecessary permissions to Now Brief. Privacy Alerts, which is another important feature, uses on-device AI to identify potentially unnecessary background permission requests and will be available on selected Galaxy S, Galaxy Z Fold, Galaxy Z Flip, and Galaxy Tab models.

Scam Detection is also going to be available in India, Japan, and Canada to help tackle with potentially fraudulent calls.

Stay tuned for more updates!

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