Latest Smartphone News – Early August 2025

Main Takeaway
August 2025 kicks off with a flurry of major flagship announcements, mid-range introductions, and industry-shaping rumors. Google has officially set the Pixel 10 unveiling for August 20, while Vivo, Redmi, OPPO, and Infinix each prepare new devices. On the component side, Qualcomm and Samsung chip developments loom large, and Apple’s next iPhone Air model continues to surface in leaks.

1. Major Flagship Launches

Google Pixel 10 Series

Official launch on August 20 in New York, with an Indian announcement on August 21.
Four models expected: Pixel 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL, and a foldable Pixel 10 Pro Fold.
Rumored upgrades include a next-generation Tensor G5 chip, triple-camera system on all models, and bigger batteries1.

Vivo V60

India launch slated for August 12.
Features likely: 6.67-inch AMOLED display, Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, IP68/69 dust-water resistance, and enhanced wedding-photo AI tools1.

Redmi 15

Expected Indian debut around August 19.
Silicone-carbon battery tech for higher capacity in slimmer body, dual rear cameras, and Snapdragon-series chipset1.

OPPO K13 Turbo Series

Mid-August launch of K13 Turbo and Turbo Pro in India.
AMOLED displays at 1.5K resolution with 120 Hz refresh, integrated active cooling, and either Dimensity 8450 or Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processors1.

Infinix GT 30 5G+

Official announcement on August 8 in India.
Gaming-focused: shoulder triggers, customizable LED lighting, 90 fps support, likely MediaTek Dimensity chip, and 8000 mAh battery for marathon play21.

2. Industry and Component Updates

Topic	Details
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Rumor	New flagship SoC (model SM8845) to be tier below Snapdragon 8 Elite 2, expected announcement at Snapdragon Summit next month3.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Series	Leaks suggest three models (S26 Pro, Edge, Ultra) with larger batteries (up to 4,400 mAh) and possible integration of Perplexity AI assistant2.
Apple iPhone 17 Air Leak	Analyst notes a slender steel-cased design with just a 2,900 mAh battery, single 48 MP rear camera, 6.6-inch display, and A19 (3 nm) chip running iOS 26/Apple Intelligence4.

3. Deals and Price Movements

PhoneArena reports early-August discounts on Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy S25 Series, and price cuts for Moto Razr Ultra 2025 to compete with Z Flip 75.
GSMArena highlights discounted Poco F7 series and Google Pixel deals alongside promotions on Xiaomi 15 Ultra and Honor Magic7 Pro3.

4. What’s Next?

Mid-August Previews: Expect hands-on impressions for the Pixel 10 lineup immediately post-launch, as well as first reviews of the Infinix GT 30 5G+ and Vivo V60.
Techtember Tease: These releases build momentum toward September’s IFA and Apple’s iPhone 17 unveiling.
Component Watch: Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Summit and Samsung’s AI assistant partnership announcements will set the stage for 2026 devices.

Stay tuned for in-depth reviews and comparisons as these new smartphones reach consumers.