Last updated: September 30, 2026, 6:16 AM ET
Smartphone Launches
Tecno has introduced the Pova 8 Pro alongside a special Tonino Lamborghini edition, targeting budget-conscious buyers with premium aesthetics. On the high end, iQOO unveiled the iQOO 16 in China, featuring a 165Hz display and an 8,400mAh battery that challenges flagship standards. Vivo is expanding its foldable footprint, with the X Fold6 pricing and specs surfacing ahead of its European debut. The company is also preparing the V80 for an October 6 launch in India, with full specifications already leaked. Meanwhile, Huawei’s Mate 90 series specs have emerged, signaling a major push in the premium segment.
Consoles & Services
Sony has implemented a lottery system in Japan to manage PS5 Pro shortages, requiring proof of actual console usage to curb resellers. In a separate development, Apple Pay has officially launched in India, twelve years after its US debut, expanding Apple’s fintech footprint into one of its largest markets.