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Khaleej Times
a day ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Apple's iPhone 17 Pro to debut with higher price tag? Here's what we know
Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 lineup is already stirring buzz among tech fans and industry watchers and a trusted leaker has just revealed some key details about storage and pricing that hint at Apple's evolving strategy. According to Setsuna Digital, known for accurate Apple leaks, the iPhone 17 Pro will finally start with 256GB of storage, doubling the base capacity from the current iPhone 16 Pro's 128GB. (For context, the larger iPhone 16 Pro Max already starts at 256GB.) Setsuna noted, 'In 2025, Pro will finally start at 256GB. This is really not easy for Apple.' While this looks like good news for users wanting more onboard storage, there's a catch: the starting price is expected to rise by $50, and subsequently in UAE's currency. That means the base iPhone 17 Pro could cost around $1,049, or possibly $1,149 if factoring in the additional $100 Apple currently charges for 256GB models. This follows a trend we've seen recently with Apple's pricing approach. For instance, the iPhone 15 Pro Max also started at 256GB storage, eliminating the 128GB entry-level option. As for the non-Pro models, the iPhone 17 is expected to maintain the same $799 starting price as the iPhone 16. However, the iPhone 17 Air, which is rumoured to replace the iPhone 16 Plus priced at $899, could cost more, possibly $949 or even $999, tech analysts say, to fill the gap left by the higher-end Pro models. Apple fans won't have to wait long to get official details, as the tech giant is widely expected to announce the iPhone 17 lineup in early September, with a likely event date around September 9.
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge 5G Mobile to crush iPhone 17 Air in longer battery life- Details
Samsung recently launched its slimmest flagship phone, the Galaxy S25 Edge 5G, in India. The smartphone gained much popularity for its sleek design, flagship features, and compactness. However, the thinness also raised questions around the smartphone's battery life. The Galaxy S25 Edge is currently backed by a 3900mAh battery, which is quite questionable in 2025. Now, Samsung is expected to make up for the battery life with the successor model, the Galaxy S26 Edge 5G, next year. Reportedly, the ultra-thin flagship is expected to feature a bigger battery. If true, this upgrade may also beat Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 Air in terms of battery life. Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge 5G may offer better battery life than Apple's iPhone 17 Air model. (Ijaj Khan/ HT) Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge 5G battery upgrade The Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge 5G is reportedly in the works, and the smartphone has also started to appear in the rumour mill. A tipster who goes by the name Setsuna Digital shared a post on the Chinese social media platform, Weibo, revealing that the Galaxy S26 Edge is expected to be backed by an upgraded 4400mAh battery. This is notably a substantial upgrade from the current Edge model. If the rumours are true, the Galaxy S26 Edge battery falls between the Galaxy S25 and S25 Plus models in terms of battery life. In addition to a bigger battery, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge 5G will also compete with the upcoming iPhone 17 Air model, which is expected to be backed by a 2900mAh battery. While, slimmer smartphone raises questions about battery life, Samsung is reportedly taking the matter seriously to address the concerns. Apart from these upgrades, Samsung is expected to make a significant revamp to the Galaxy S26 lineup. Recent reports suggest that the lineup will include three models: the Galaxy S26 Pro, Galaxy S26 Edge, and the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Therefore, the South Korean giant may replace two standard models, the Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus, next year. However, to confirm these claims, we will have to wait until next year and see what Samsung has in store for its next-generation flagship series. Well, despite the battery upgrade for Galaxy S26 Edge, Samsung is already one step ahead of the upcoming iPhone 17 Air, since the current model already has a bigger battery. However, the Galaxy S25 Edge model is slightly thicker than the rumoured slimness of the iPhone 17 Air
Android Authority
04-08-2025
- Android Authority
The Galaxy S26 Edge battery rumors just got even more promising
TL;DR A new leak suggests the Galaxy S26 Edge will have a 4,400mAh battery. That's noticeably up from 3,900mAh in the S25 Edge and slightly more than a previous 4,200mAh claim. Both leaks point to Samsung addressing one of the biggest complaints about the S25 Edge. The Galaxy S25 Edge was one of Samsung's most criticized flagships of recent years, and much of that frustration rightly centered on battery life. Now, we have a second clue that Samsung may address that with a beefier battery for its successor. According to a new Weibo post from leaker Setsuna Digital, the Galaxy S26 Edge will feature a 4,400mAh battery. That's notably higher than the 3,900mAh cell in the S25 Edge, and slightly more than the 4,200mAh figure suggested by a previous leak last week. The difference between the two leaks isn't huge, but they both reinforce the same message: Samsung is taking battery concerns seriously this time around. The S25 Edge combined a sharper display and higher-resolution camera with a smaller battery than the base S25, so it wasn't surprising to see worse battery life in our testing — though the drop-off was bigger than you might expect from a 100mAh difference. If this latest number holds, the S26 Edge would slot between the S25 and S25 Plus in terms of capacity, rather than still being lower than the cheapest of those two models. Indications are that we won't get a Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus next year anyway, with them both to be ditched for an S26 Plus model, but it's a decent benchmark nonetheless. It's nice to see Samsung responding positively to the constructive feedback of the fans, especially concerning an area of the specs that a large proportion of users care about. Follow
Phone Arena
02-08-2025
- Phone Arena
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE will also feature a smaller battery, real image leaked
*Header image is referential and showcases the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE. | Image credit — PhoneArena The upcoming Samsung Galaxy S25 FE will apparently ( translated source ) feature a smaller battery than its predecessor: the Galaxy S24 FE . In addition, the leak has provided a real-world look at the S25 FE and, unsurprisingly, it looks just like the FE model that came before it. This is the Galaxy S25 FE. | Image credit — Setsuna Digital The reduction is battery capacity is supposed to facilitate the other upgrades on the phone. For example, it's thinner than the S24 FE ( 7.4 mm instead of 8 mm ), and it's lighter too ( 190 grams instead of 213 grams ). This is further proof of Apple and Samsung diverging in how they approach their smartphones moving forward. The battery on the Galaxy S25 FE will be 4500 mAh, while the S24 FE had a battery capacity of 4,700 mAh. While a reduction of 200 mAh isn't too bad, it's still a bit disappointing to see. Especially considering that previous reports were saying that the phone will have a 4,900 mAh battery instead. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra kept the same battery as many of its predecessors. | Video credit — Samsung However, I would advise taking this leak with a grain of salt. The thing is, this insider is generally very reputable, and there's another tipster backing up the claim of a smaller battery. However, a recent post which listed all of the Galaxy S25 FE specs claimed to have made a typo, and written down '4,500' instead of '4,900'. I would not be surprised if the typo caught on and people began to spread it around as fact. After the new Galaxy S25 Edge, it's very plausible that Samsung might sacrifice battery life for slimmer phones, but it's equally possible that the exact opposite happens. The S25 Edge will directly take on the upcoming new model by Apple, the iPhone 17 Air. I don't think that Samsung needs to sacrifice battery life on other models, and so I wouldn't pout about the S25 FE just yet. For all we know, this leak may be completely wrong, no matter how reliable the source is.
Phone Arena
26-07-2025
- Phone Arena
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra spotted in real-world image sporting an infamous design
*Header image is referential and showcases the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra. | Image credit — PhoneArena The upcoming Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra has been spotted in a real-world photograph, leaving no doubt that the tablet will feature a water drop notch on its display. Abandoning the previous notch also means that Samsung is opting for a singular front-facing camera, instead of the previous dual-camera leaked Tab S11 specs have revealed that this year's Tab Ultra will very likely be powered by the Dimensity 9400+ chipset. It will also sport 12 GB of RAM, and come with Android 16 out of the box. The major visual change, however, seems to be the lack of two front cameras. Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra has a water drop notch. | Image credit — Setsuna Digital This means that Samsung will only use a single front camera. Whether this camera gets an upgrade to account for the loss of a second sensor remains to be seen. Furthermore, on a more personal note, I've always found water drop notches very visually unappealing. For starters, I've always felt like these notches seem so out of place on a sleek, modern device like the Tab S11 Ultra. The previous notch design, despite taking up more screen real estate, just looked so much better in my also, for me, water drop notches are the outdated display cutouts that started this whole trend in the first place. I've always wanted perfect displays on my gadgets: no dead pixels, no scratches, and definitely no cutouts. However, after Apple popularized the notch, it became almost impossible to find a good phone without one. The notch then evolved into the somewhat more palatable punch hole design, but displays still have to compromise the visual experience. Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra had a much more modern notch. | Image credit — PhoneArena For me, the water drop notch is a straight-up dealbreaker. I'd rather use the Tab S10 Ultra or an iPad that has Apple's new signature notch design. I've still got my fingers crossed that the 20th anniversary iPhone Pro model looks how Apple wants it to look: a perfect display with no cutouts. Because, while the RedMagic 10 Pro looks absolutely fantastic, I doubt that the industry is going to ditch notches and punch holes as a whole until Apple does it first, unfortunately.
