ColorOS 17: What to Expect

Of course, as mentioned, the ColorOS 17 from OPPO will feature a more fluid design. It will likely emulate what we have seen with the iPhones. Further, all the Google features announced for Android 17 will also be packed for the devices. There will be something called Polar Light Engine, which is supposed to reduce the load time of the apps. The apps will load up to 25% faster with the new OS.

There will also be a Tidal Engine, which will improve background app stability by about 55.6%. The Polar Light Engine also reduces the rendering workload about one-third, or 30%. ColorOS 17 also brings the OPPOAI, which will feature the next generation Xiaobu AI assistant.

This Xiaobu Assistant will feature a dedicated Xiaobu Space, Xiaobu Calls Tool, Xiaobu and ME Section, and Xiaobu Memory, which offers AI one-click memory flash. The ColorOS 17 will introduce the AI Retoucher functionality for inside the Photos app. The AI Notes tool has also been redesigned and will now offer users one-tap sharing and inspiration cards features.

OPPO Find N6 will get the update on October 8, 2026. On the same day, OPPO Find X9 series and OnePlus, OnePlus 15T and Realme GT 8 Pro will also get this update on the same date. There will be more devices in the same month that will also get the ColorOS 17 update from OPPO.

OnePlus 16 Launch, Display Teased

OnePlus 16 will feature a display that supports 165Hz refresh rate. It will also be the first OnePlus phone which will run on ColorOS 17 out of the box. That is, for reference, Android 17. OnePlus has not revealed the launch date of the OnePlus 16. The device is rumoured to pack a 9000mAh battery. This would be a much larger capacity than the 7300mAh which is larger than the OnePlus 15.

Further, OnePlus 16 is expected to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro processor. It is expected to feature a 6.78-inch custom BOE oriental screen 4.0 display. There is going to be a triple camera setup at the rear, and it would likely include a 200MP sensor as the primary camera. Further, we could see a 50MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, and a 50MP periscope telephoto sensor.

OnePlus 16 is expected to come at a higher price tag than the OnePlus 15. OnePlus 16 will be the most powerful phone from OnePlus ever (most likely). It will also be the first phone from OnePlus to run on Android 17 out of the box. OnePlus 16R is expected to be launched at a later date. In the coming days, we expect OnePlus to tease more things about the device for the China market.

The iPhone 18 Pro is available on Blinkit in all four colour options. The platform is also offering the Apple Watch Series 12 and AirPods 5 as part of its launch-day Apple product lineup.

According to the announcement shared with TelecomTalk, Blinkit has partnered with Apple to make the company’s latest devices available to customers across ten cities in India on launch day.

iPhone 18 Pro Availability on Blinkit

The latest Apple products are currently available through Blinkit in the following cities:

Delhi NCR
Mumbai
Bengaluru
Hyderabad
Chennai
Pune
Kolkata
Ahmedabad
Jaipur
Lucknow

Customers can enter their delivery location in the Blinkit application to check whether the selected Apple product is available in their area. Commenting on the rollout, Blinkit Founder and CEO Albinder Dhindsa confirmed that the iPhone 18 Pro is available through the platform in all four colours. He added that Blinkit is also offering the iPhone 18 Pro Max, Apple Watch Series 12 and AirPods 5 this year.

Card Discounts and No-Cost EMI Options

Blinkit is offering discounts on select credit cards for customers purchasing the newly launched Apple products. No-cost EMI payment options are also available.

The final price and applicable discount may depend on the selected product and payment method. Customers can check the available bank offers and EMI options on the product or checkout page within the Blinkit application. The announcement does not provide details regarding the participating banks or the maximum discount available under the launch offer.

More Apple Products Available on Blinkit

In addition to the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, customers can order the Apple Watch Series 12 and AirPods 5 through Blinkit in supported locations. The availability of the latest Apple products through Blinkit provides customers in the announced cities with another purchasing option on launch day. The rollout currently covers major markets, including Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai and Kolkata.

Blinkit has not announced availability outside the ten cities included in the initial rollout. Customers can check the application for product availability at their delivery address.

Vi Opens New Store in Panjim, North Goa

According to the India’s leading telco, the new outlet is expected to strengthen Vi’s retail network in the state while offering customers convenient access to its range of telecom products and services.

Vi Promotes Franchise Opportunities Across India

Vi recently featured a Hero Banner on its official website, which was displayed from around August until the recent announcement of its brand refresh. The banner, which has since been removed, invited interested parties to join its growing retail and franchise network.

The banner highlighted key business advantages designed to attract prospective partners, including a trusted brand association, attractive financial returns, and a fast payback model. Furthermore, the telecom operator highlighted that it provides comprehensive support to its associates, offering end-to-end guidance at every step of the business journey.

The expansion builds upon an already established nationwide presence, with Vi currently boasting a network of more than 2,000 franchise partners operating across over 600 cities.

Vi Alerts Customers About New Stores and Mini Stores

In addition to this, Vi has recently been sending SMS messages to its users informing them about newly launched Vi Stores and Vi Mini Stores in various locations. The messages state that customers can visit these stores from Monday to Saturday and include the store address and map location.

All of this indicates that Vi has been expanding its retail presence.

In fact, in just 10 minutes of charging, the iPhone 18 Pro Max can charge from 0% to 34%. With the iPhone 17 Pro Max, you would get around 38% of charging in 15 minutes of charging. The iPhone 18 Pro Max has been made more efficient for usage. This is now Apple entering the segment of Androids with high-speed charging. For example, comparatively, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra charges to 51% in just 15 minutes. It charges to 100% in just 43 minutes, so that is still fast. But one thing worth noting is that the Galaxy S26 Ultra also has a smaller battery in comparison.

iPhone 18 Pro Max has a 2nm Chip

The iPhone 18 Pro Max is one of the most powerful phones in the market right now. It features variable aperture support in the primary sensor, which is a hardware level change. When it comes to processor, Apple has a 2nm A20 Pro chip inside, which is the most powerful chip Apple has ever made. The company, in fact, called it a desktop class chip.

It does not come with any major design changes in the out, but Apple did change the architecture inside to support a larger battery in the same form factor. Keep reading TelecomTalk to stay updated with the upcoming tech developments.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+ Price Inrease in India

Samsung will increase the price of the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. The Samsung Galaxy S26 5G was launched in two variants with 12GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB for Rs 87,999 and Rs 1,07,999. After the expected price hike of Rs 20,000, the price of these two variants will be Rs 1,07,999 and Rs 1,27,999.

Samsung Galaxy S26+ launched in India with 12GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB for Rs 1,19,999 and Rs 1,39,999. After the expected price hike of Rs 20,000, the price of these two variants will grow to Rs 1,39,999 and Rs 1,59,999.

At last, there is the Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G. The Galaxy S26 Ultra launched in three memory variants with 12GB + 256GB, 12GB + 512GB, and 16GB + 1TB for Rs 1,39,999, Rs 1,59,999 and Rs 1,89,999. After a price hike of Rs 20,000, the price will increase to Rs 1,59,999, Rs 1,79,999 and Rs 2,09,999.

The price hike of Rs 20,000 across variants will be a big increase, but given that these are flagship phones from Samsung, and what Apple has done with its iPhones recently, it seems like something that people will not get surprised with.

One UI 9 Eligible Device List

One UI 9 is now expanding on multiple devices including Samsung Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. One UI 9 brings new ways to keep people in focus, tailor the information users see each day, and manage device care easily.

One of the coolest features which Samsung has introduced powered by AI is the My FanCam. With this feature, it tracks a selected person in a recorded video and keeps them centered, intelligently reframing the footage as the scene moves. Even the Now Brief feature comes with Generative and Editibable Cards. It will help users choose what appears in their daily summaries.

There are more features that One UI 9 will bring to the users. There is Now Nudge feature, which can surface timely and context-aware suggestions across more moments in the Galaxy experience. With Creative Studio, users will be suggested image-generation ideas based on relevant upcoming events. Then there is Interpreter, Document Scan, and Voice Recorder.

One UI 9 also makes security of the devices stronger. Then there is Security Brief, Privacy Alerts, and Scam Detection. The Galaxy S26 series is the flagship phone series from Samsung. Keep reading TelecomTalk to stay updated with the tech developments.

Now let’s look at the deals and discounts for the Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Price to Go Up in India

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Selling at an All-Time Low Price – How to Avail Max Discount

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G base model is priced at Rs 1,39,999. Reliance Digital offers a flat 6% off to all customers, reducing the price from Rs 9,000 to Rs 1,30,999.

On top of this, you can get an instant 5% discount on ICICI Credit Cards, saving an additional Rs 6,550. This brings the price down to Rs 1,24,449.

So, you can upgrade to the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra at as low as Rs 1,24,449 with the ICICI credit discount.

Apart from ICICI Bank, Reliance Digital also offers a direct Rs 6,000 off on purchases made with credit cards from banks such as Punjab National Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Axis Bank, and IDBI, as well as debit cards.

Also Read: Apple Uses Samsung M16 OLED for iPhone Duo Displays

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra – Specifications and Features

Launched in February 2026, the Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G offers solid specs, including a larger 6.9-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ certification, 2600 nits peak brightness, and a dedicated privacy display feature.

It features curved corners on all four sides, slim bezels, stylus support, and a flat front display.

Under the hood, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra packs the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, up to 16GB of faster LPDDR5X RAM, and up to 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage.

On the rear, it has a 200MP main sensor with an f/1.4 aperture lens, a 10MP telephoto sensor with an f/2.4 aperture lens, a separate 50MP periscope telephoto camera with an f/2.9 aperture lens, and a 50MP ultrawide sensor with an f/1.9 aperture lens.

On the front, it has a 12MP selfie camera with an f/2.2 aperture.

It has a 5,000mAh lithium-ion battery with 60W wired charging and 24W wireless charging support, including Qi 2.2.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra runs on One UI 8.5 based on Android 16. Recent leaks suggest Samsung will bring One UI 9 based on Android 17 to the Galaxy S26 models, including the Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, S27 Plus, S27 Pro: Specs Leaked

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra – Is It Worth Upgrading in 2026?

Considering the price hike, you get a solid Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor with faster RAM and storage, making the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra a solid choice for the price.

Leaks also suggest that amid memory shortages, Samsung might switch to an Exynos chipset for the upcoming Galaxy S27 models.

This could be the last Galaxy S series phone with a Qualcomm chipset.

Although it has a comparably smaller battery than competitors like the OnePlus 15, the new chipset offers solid performance and efficiency.

Image Credits: kazwann

BSNL Re 1 Plan Benefits in India

BSNL Re 1 plan is available with a service validity of 24 days. This FRC plan comes with unlimited voice calling and 1GB of daily data. This means that there is 24GB of data for the users. There are 100 SMS/day bundled as well. The plan is available at a cost of just Re 0.04 per day. Note that this plan can only be used by the customer only once. To get it again, you will have to get another SIM card. The next recharge has to be done with regular prepaid plans which are available PAN India to keep the SIM card active.

This plan has been introduced several times by BSNL. The company has also retracted the offer at times. If you are going to recharge with this plan, you need to get a SIM from BSNL directly. To get a SIM card, you can book it either online, or go to the nearest BSNL office or an authorised retailer.

This is one of a kind plan available in the country. The reason why BSNL is offering this plan is likely because it wants to inflate the number of users on its 4G network.

Also Read: Vodafone Idea 3GB Per Day Prepaid Plans in September 2026: Detailed

MobiKwik

Under its MobiKwik partnership, users making payments through MobiKwik UPI handles (@kwik and @mbkns) can earn up to Rs 50 cashback on transactions of Rs 199 or more. Additionally, first-time MobiKwik UPI users are also eligible for a flat Rs 75 cashback on transactions of at least Rs 99.

Both offers are limited to one successful prepaid recharge or bill payment transaction per user during the campaign period. Cashback is issued as a scratch card, valid for seven days, in the app’s rewards section. Pocket UPI transactions (@mbk) are excluded.

BHIM Payments App

Users making payments through the BHIM Payments App can receive up to Rs 45 in instant cashback on transactions of Rs 199 or more. The one-time offer is credited directly to the user’s UPI-linked bank account.

Paytm

Meanwhile, Paytm users stand to gain an assured cashback of Rs 75 on recharges amounting to Rs 179 or more. To qualify, users must select Paytm UPI at checkout. The offer is not available to users who have used Paytm UPI Lite or UPI Anywhere during the preceding 60 days.

Amazon Pay

Amazon Pay offers cashback to customers using either Amazon Pay UPI or Amazon Pay Wallet. Eligible users can receive up to ₹25 cashback, with a minimum assured cashback of Rs 5, on qualifying transactions of Rs 199 or more. The offer applies to successful prepaid recharge or postpaid bill payment transactions made through the Vi app using Amazon Pay UPI or Amazon Pay Wallet.

These cashback offers on mobile recharges are valid from September 1 to September 30, 2026. The promotions are applicable only to transactions processed through the official Vi app and website and are subject to the applicable terms and conditions.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, S27 Plus, S27 Pro: Specs Leaked

1. My FanCam

Samsung brings the all-new MyFanCam feature to Galaxy S26 models as part of the new Galaxy AI suite.

It can track an object or person in recorded footage, and you can edit the footage as well. It also includes Mic Moment features that automatically edit videos.

2. Now Brief Gets an Upgraded Feature with Generative AI

With the Now Brief feature, you will get access to a new generative AI interface, with the option to create and edit your own cards; you can also now integrate it into your day-to-day routine, with the option to create a routine and interest card, and even display weather, schedules, reminders, and wellness updates.

Also Read: Apple Uses Samsung M16 OLED for iPhone Duo Displays

3. Creative Studio – New Image Generation Tool for Your Ideas

Taking AI to the next level, Samsung now gives you access to Creative Studio through its One UI 9 update, an image-generation tool that can create images from your ideas.

4. Advanced Scam Detection Feature

Samsung’s One UI 9 also brings a new Scam detection feature, now expanded to more countries, so that Samsung Galaxy S26 models can protect you against potential scam calls using AI.

Also Read: Samsung India to Increase Galaxy A57, Galaxy A37 5G Price in India

5. Improved Voice Recording Feature

Samsung’s One UI 9 also gives you access to the Voice Recorder, which summarises recordings more clearly and in a more structured way, with the ability to create headings and even create tables.

On top of that, Samsung Galaxy’s One UI 9 models will also get some efficiency improvements, with faster app launches and better battery life.

Image Credits: Razar_the_Raven, SamMobile

Vodafone Idea iPhone 18 Pro Offer Announced

Vodafone Idea has announced that it will offer the iPhone 18 Pro to the customers through its retail stores. If you are in search of an iPhone 18 Pro or the iPhone 18 Pro Max, you will just need to pay Rs 5,000 on a Vi store nearby you. Note that this is for customers in Delhi and Mumbai only, and not the entire country.

The Rs 5,000 payment will help you in pre-booking the iPhone 18 Pro. Then, eligible customers will get the option to complete their purchase and collect their iPhone 18 Pro directly from Vi stores. Thus, the customers will not have to wait in the queue for the new iPhone 18 Pro models. The same offer will also be available on behalf of Vi on the iPlanet stores in Mumbai and Delhi. There will also be exchange offers on the old devices at the iPlanet stores. This is a first-come first-serve thing, so go to your nearest Vi store now to enquire.

iPhone 18 Pro Matte Black Colour and Other Colours

The iPhone 18 Pro Burgundy will likely be in strong demand. It is a colour that a lot of people appear to love. However, for me, personally, the Black colour coming back makes a lot of difference. The silver colour is there just to keep a safe option for people who do not know what they want. The base variant comes with 256GB and starts at Rs 1,64,900. Note that the same colour variants have also launched for the iPhone 18 Pro Max. Both the phones are now available for pre-orders in India.

Starting tomorrow, they will also be available on Zepto, and will be home delivered to you in just a few minutes. Zepto is a quick-commerce platform which sells products across categories. If you want to exchange your older device, a better option would be to visit an Apple store nearby you. In some cities in India now, Apple has opened its own official retail stores. The first one in Mumbai, was in fact, inaugurated by Tim Cook, then CEO of Apple.

The iPhone 18 Pro is an interesting device. It is powered by the A20 Pro chip and packs a large battery. In fact the iPhone 18 Pro Max features the largest battery every on an iPhone. The prices appear to be very high because Apple has been facing memory shoratge issues as well. It is not just the iPhone 18 Pro which appears expensive, but even the iPhone 17, iPhone 16, iPhone Air, and the iPhone 17e have become way more expensive than their launch prices.

Apple launched the iPhone Duo in two colours as well. One is a white and the other is a black, in simple words. If you are a Matte Black fan, the iPhone 18 Pro series has the right colour option for you.

Let us check the price of the iPhone 18 Pro models in India.

iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and AirPods 5 Price in India

iPhone 18 Pro will start with 256GB of internal storage at Rs 1,64,900. Then there are three more variants including the 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB. The 512GB variant costs Rs 1,89,900. Then other two variants cost 1TB and 2TB, and they are priced at Rs 2,39,900 and Rs 3,14,900.

The iPhone 18 Pro Max starts in India at Rs 1,79,900 for the 256GB. There are three more variants with 512GB, 1TB, and 2TB, priced at Rs 2,04,900, Rs 2,54,900 and Rs 3,29,900.

Then there is Apple AirPods 5, which have launched for Rs 14,900 in the standard model, and then there is Rs 17,900 for the wireless charging case. These devices will now be available on Zepto so that users can purchase them on the go. Apple is also taking pre-orders through its official website and you can choose from either in-store pickup or get home delivery of the new devices. Keep reading TelecomTalk to stay updated with the new launches and offers.

The MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro chip is built on TSMC’s 2nm N2P process node. Compared to the predecessor, the Dimensity 9600 Pro SoC will be able to yeild up to 61% improvement in CPU multi-core energy efficiency.

MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro SoC will be Super Powerful

MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro will be one of the msot powerful chipsets in the market, enabling an enhanced AI (artificial intelligence) experience for the users. In the CPU department, there will be two prime C2-Ultra cores clocked at up to 4.55 GHz, paired with six high-performance cores. This improves the overall CPU performance by approximately 17%.

There will be an integrated G2-Ultra NX GPU on the chipset which brings hardware ray-tracing updates and neural graphics. The MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro integrates a dual-unit neural processing unit (NPU) architecture designed to divide workloads based on intensity. So the large language model (LLM) prefill speed will improve 51% with this, and energy efficiency for the NPU will also improve by 41%. So more power, but at a siginificantly lower energy.

OPPO has also confirmed that it will debut the OPPO Laminar Flow Engine, a proprietary software-hardware integration which has been specially built in collaboration with MediaTek. Keep reading TelecomTalk to stay updated with the updates around upcoming phone launches and more in India.

Reliance Jio and Canva Create a Win-Win Scenario for Everyone

Reliance Jio and Canva have partnered to create a win-win scenario for everyone. Jio has the reach in India. The telco has more than 500 million mobile subscribers. Canva, while is one of the most widely used creative platforms in India, and globally, will still benefit from this collab. Canva will get access to more than 500 million users of Jio. There might be millions of individuals, who are Jio customers, who may have never experienced Canva’s Pro access.

Even with Canva Pro Lite, users get access to thousands of assets, graphics, and more. We are not sure if Jio will offer it once again after the one year trial or offer period is over. Once users get hooked to the platform and move their assets on it, it will definitely result in high conversions (towards being a paid customer) in the long-run.

The Canva Pro Lite plan just does not bring Canva AI and content planner (scheduling social media posts) feature for the users. Rest you get everything with the plan that is there in the Canva Pro subscription. We are not sure if this is only applicable for people who have never purchased Canva Pro before.

To check if you are eligible for the benefit, just go to the MyJio app and claim it directly from there.

To give you an idea, the OnePlus 15R is currently priced at Rs 59,999 for the 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Whereas the OnePlus 15 with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage is priced at Rs 85,999. So the prices are already way higher than what people would pay for these devices. OnePlus 16, thus, if it launches with an even more powerful chip, could be priced even higher if it were to launch in India. OnePlus 16R 5G, could be priced around Rs 60,000 if and when it launches in India, or higher as well.

Thus, OnePlus would likely not want to launch OnePlus 16 and test the depth of the market in India, which it has already been struggling in lately.

OnePlus 16R to be the Only Flagship from OnePlus in India

OnePlus 16R will be the likely flagship from OnePlus India in 2026, as per the tipster Yogesh Brar. OnePlus has been lately focused on the N series in India which it launched this year only. However, in a short-span, there are already three devices which have launched under the N series including the OnePlus N6, OnePlus N6x, and the OnePlus N6 Lite.

The affordable N series devices have been launching in India because OnePlus wants to improve sales and increase the market share. The OnePlus 16R would probably fall in the price bracket that OnePlus users are already paying for the brand’s phones in India.

Vivo V80 5G in Orange Colour Confirmed

Vivo has confirmed through the teaser that the Vivo V80 5G will be available in at least an Orange colour variant which was launched with the iPhone 17 Pro as well. The design also looks very much like that only. Vivo said that the user’s stories are going to get a cinematic upgrade with this new phone from Vivo.

This is the first time Vivo has shared anything around the Vivo V80 5G in India. Whether there will be more than one phone in this series is something we will have to wait and see.

The Vivo V80 5G is said to pack a 7200mAh battery. It will likely run on OriginOS 7 based on Android 17 out of the box. The device is rumoured to feature a 50MP telephoto sensor with 3x optical zoom support. The Vivo V80 5G willbe the successor to the Vivo V70 5G. The Vivo V70 5G was launched in India for Rs 49,999. The Vivo V80 5G is expected to cost at least Rs 10,000 more because of the rising RAM and memory costs. Vivo has been working with ZEISS for keeping the camera access.

Also Read: Redmi 17 5G vs OnePlus N6 5G: Which Budget Phone is Better?

Redmi Note 17 Pro Max: 5 Reasons to Buy This New 5G Phone

Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max at an official event, which we attended to share our impressions of the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G and Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G phones.

The phone packs solid specs, and Xiaomi has ensured the Max is worth its price in today’s market. The Note 17 lineup features a plain glossy back, dual vertical cameras, a flash above the square module, and the logo at the bottom.

If you are considering upgrading to a new phone and wondering whether to choose the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G, we have you covered.

Here are the top 5 reasons why it is the right choice for you.

Also Read: Redmi 17 5G Launched in India: Price and Specifications

1. Best Display for Binge-Watching and Gaming

Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 17 Pro Max features a solid 6.84-inch AMOLED display with 1.5k resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate.

It also supports 12-bit colour depth, up to 3,500 nits of peak brightness, a 3,200Hz instantaneous touch sampling rate, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 100 percent DCI-P3 colour gamut, and the Wet Touch 2.0 feature.

This makes the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max a solid phone with great colour reproduction, good resolution, and faster refresh and touch sampling rates for gaming. It is a great choice for binge-watching and gaming.

2. Camera – Redmi Didn’t Skip the Ultrawide Angle Sensor

Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G has a dual-camera setup with a 50MP OmniVision OV51A main sensor and an f/1.5 aperture lens.

It also has an 8MP ultrawide-angle sensor with an f/2.2 aperture lens. On the front, there is a center punch-hole 32MP selfie camera. Recently launched smartphones like the Vivo S2 skip a dedicated ultrawide sensor, though they deliver good ultrawide shots.

If you need a phone with a promising camera and a good display, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is a good choice.

Also Read: Redmi Note 17 5G Review: Value Moves to Battery

3. Power-Packed Chipset- Redmi Note 17 Pro Max Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 Chipset

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G features a 4nm chipset launched on May 7, 2026. It scores over 1 million points on AnTuTu 11, with a total of around 1,012,134.

Geekbench 6 reports 1099 points for single-core and 3481 for multi-core performance. These scores promise smooth gaming and long binge-watching sessions without issues.

4. Bigger Battery with Faster Charging Support and Good Security Features: 10,000mAh battery with 100W Fast Charging Support

Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G packs a bigger 10,000mAh silicon-carbon battery with 100W fast wired charging. It doesn’t support reverse wireless charging, but it does support 26W reverse fast charging. You also get a dedicated IP blaster and an in-display fingerprint sensor.

5. Redmi Note 17 Pro Max Supports AI Feature with HyperOS 3 and Android 16

The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max runs on Xiaomi HyperOS 3, based on Android 16. Xiaomi’s software update policy promises 4 years of OS upgrades and 6 years of security patches, supporting the device through 2032.

Along with long software support, you get access to AI tools such as advanced writing assistants, speech recognition, AI Erase Pro, AI Glare Removal, image expansion, and more.

Also Read: Redmi Note 17 5G vs OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite: Full Comparison

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max – Price Details

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is available in three colour options: Secret Sunrise, Matcha Green, and Stealth Black. It comes with two memory options.

The base model with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage is priced at Rs 49,999, while the top-end model with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage is priced at Rs 55,999.

The price is slashed by Rs 5,000, bringing the base model to Rs 44,999 and the top-end model to Rs 50,999. These are available through ICICI Bank Credit, SBI Bank Credit, and Axis Bank Credit card offers.

The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and Redmi Note 17 Pro will go live for sale starting September 23, 2026.

Image Credits: Rajesh Rajput (Technobuzz), NimishAndAkriti

Reliance Jio Couldn’t Get People Excited for the Jio Prime

This time when Jio announced the Rs 300 plan for Prime membership, most users did not care to opt for it. I know it because none of the people I know, or don’t know but I have talked to for getting a feedback have recharged with the Jio Prime plan. In fact, most people do not even know about the Prime membership if they are not hardcore followers of telecom plan and industry.

I think there are multiple reasons. The first one would be that back in the day, when people were signing up for becoming a Jio customer, they would were incentivised to get the Rs 99 Prime membership for the tariffs. However, now these users are already Jio customers, and they aren’t interacting with a Jio point of sale (PoS) that can upsell this service to the customers.

Second, there is no urgency to buy this plan. The older tariffs still apply, and the telco has not given any dates as to when it will increase the price of its existing mobile plans.