Camera Lens

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  iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max Tipped to Offer 8x Optical Zoom, New Pro Camera App, More

  Apple could bring camera upgrades to the iPhone 17 Pro models. They could pack a new telephoto lens with support for up to 8x optical zoom. They are said to feature a new Pro Camera app and a new Camera Control button.

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  Xiaomi 16 Series Could Get 50-Megapixel Selfie Cameras; Pro Mini Variant May Offer Wireless Charging

  A tipster claims the Xiaomi 16 series may feature 50-megapixel front cameras. The Xiaomi 16 Pro Mini is expected to include a large main sensor, a periscope lens, wireless charging, and a smaller battery than the base model. The standard Xiaomi 16 may offer a balanced experience with a 6.5-inch display, a 6,500mAh battery, and triple 50-megapixel r...

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  iPhone 17 Series Colour Options Spotted via Leaked Lens Protection Covers

  Leaked images of lens protection covers for the iPhone 17 series hint at possible colour options. The iPhone 17 may come in black, grey, silver, light blue, green, and purple shades, while the iPhone 17 Air could launch in black, silver, light gold, and blue colourways. The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max might feature black, grey, silver, dark blue, and...

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  Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Said to Get 16GB RAM, Improved Telephoto Lens, More

  Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is still six months away from launch, but the latest rumours suggest that Samsung could have something new up its sleeve for next year's flagship. It is said to come with 16GB RAM and a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 chipset. Samsung is said to pack a new 12-megapixel telephoto sensor with 3x optical zoom in the phone.

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  Xiaomi 16 Series Could Drop Leica Branding to Prioritise Proprietary Camera Technology

  Xiaomi’s long-standing partnership with Leica Camera could soon be coming to an end, according to claims by a tipster on social media. Since 2022, the China-based OEM and the German camera and lens manufacturer have collaborated to develop mobile imaging solutions for Xiaomi smartphones, seen in models like the Xiaomi 15 series. However, this is ...

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  Google Pixel 10 Series to Use a Tele-Macro Camera For Improved Close-Up Photography: Report

  Google Pixel 10 series is reported to feature macro photography on its telephoto (5x zoom) thanks to tele-macro setup. Unlike the ultrawide lens, which can focus closely, telephoto lenses offer better image quality and allow users to shoot from a distance. This distance helps avoid blocking light as well, which helps with macro shots. The Pixel 10 ...

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  Google Pixel 10 Series to Reportedly Offer Gimbal-Like Video Stabilisation

  Pixel 10 series is rumoured to be unveiled on August 20. As the possible launch date nears, we are seeing new leaks about their specifications. The base Pixel 10 is believed to come with a revamped camera unit, including a telephoto lens for the first time. Meanwhile, a fresh leak suggests that the Pixel 10 family will get a significant upgrade whe...

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  Samsung Galaxy S26 Series to Use Inkjet Printing to Enable Thinner Lens Modules: Report

  Samsung Galaxy S25 series was unveiled in January this year, and the company recently jumped into the slim smartphone bandwagon with the Galaxy S25 Edge. Now, a new report suggests that Samsung is planning to slim down the camera modules in next year's Galaxy S26 series. The company is likely to implement a new lens production method to make the ca...

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  Vivo T4 Ultra Key Specifications Tipped: Said to Get MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Series SoC

  Vivo T4, which was unveiled recently priced at the lower end of the mid-range segment, could soon get a high-end variant called the Vivo T4 Ultra. The Ultra model is expected to replace the existing T3 Ultra. The upcoming Ultra phone is said to offer a premium V-series like smartphone experience with mid-range pricing.

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  Google Is Reportedly Working On AI Mode With Gemini Live-Like Features for Google Lens

  Google is reportedly working on a new feature for Google Lens that will allow users to share live camera feed from their devices. As per the report, the new feature will combine the functionalities of Google Lens and the recently released experimental feature of Search — AI Mode. The new feature is reportedly dubbed “Live for AI Mode”.

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  Oppo Find X9 Pro Tipped to Replace Dual Telephoto Cameras With Single 200-Megapixel Periscope Lens

  Oppo Find X8 series was announced in October 2024 and the rumour mill is already churning out potential details about its successor. As per a tipster, Oppo may make a change to the camera system of the purported Oppo Find X9 Pro and simplify the design with the inclusion of a higher-resolution sensor. It is said to sport a new 200-megapixel perisco...

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  CMF Phone 2 Pro First Impressions

  The CMF Phone 2 Pro comes with a sleek and premium design language. The handset is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro processor and offers a 6.7-inch Full HD+ flexible AMOLED display. The handset comes loaded with a triple-camera setup with a combination of a 50-megapixel primary sensor, a 50-megapixel telephoto lens, and an 8-megapixel ult...

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  Insta360 X5 With AI-Powered PureVideo Low-Light Mode, Replaceable Lens System Launched in India

  Insta360 X5 has launched in India and global markets, and the new rugged 360-degree camera is equipped with larger 1/1.28-inch sensors and support for 8K/30fps video capture. It offers a new AI-powered PureVideo low-light mode and a user-replaceable lens system. It offers up to three hours of battery life and is waterproof up to 49 feet (15m).

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  Vivo X200 Ultra Photography Kit Will Support a Zeiss-Backed 200mm External Telephoto Lens

  Vivo X200 Ultra, which is scheduled to launch on April 21 in China, has been teased to support a Photography Kit accessory. Ahead of the launch, a senior company official has now teased an optional external lens for the kit. The external lens has been co-engineered with Zeiss, and is touted to be the "fourth lens" of the smartphone.

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  Google Pixel 10 Series CAD Renders Leaked; Suggest Triple Cameras on the Base Pixel

  Google Pixel 10 series is rumoured to be in development and expected to launch some time later this year. Ahead of their anticipated debut, CAD renders of the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL have been leaked. As per the leaked renders, the phones could retain similar design elements and form factor as the Pixel 9 series.