Latest smartphone launches: Samsung, Realme, Vivo, Xiaomi, more releases robust devices

Samsung Galaxy A56 supports cutting-edge AI-centric image editing, Best Face tool, and Circle to Search
An undated image of a group of people using their phones. — Shutterstock
An undated image of a group of people using their phones. — Shutterstock 

This week witnessed a surge of exciting releases, rumours, and key products launching across different leading companies. From Samsung to OnePlus, Realme, Vivo, and more. 

The latest devices with cutting-edge features, powerful processors, and advanced camera setups are set to hit the market. 

Gadinsider has rounded up a weekly roundup of the most significant announcements from the past week. 

Samsung Galaxy A26 launched with enlarged screen

Samsung has officially announced the Galaxy A26, an affordable 2025 smartphone with an enlarged 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED screen, powered by Exynos 1380 chip, paired with a 6GB/8GB RAM storage variant. 

In addition, it supports a 50MP triple-camera setup and, a 5,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging, offering an enhanced and intuitive user experience. 

Samsung Galaxy A56 unveiled with advanced AI feature

The South Korean-based tech giant has released the Galaxy A56 with a spacious Galaxy A56, equipped with the Exynos 1580 chipset, and a 50MP triple-camera setup, offering an improved overall experience. 

In addition, it supports cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI)-centric image editing, the Best Face tool, and Circle to Search. With six years of updates, a 5,000mAh battery, and available for $499, the Galaxy A56 is positioned as a powerful mid-range device.

Infinix unveils Zero Series Mini

Infinix has officially released its first tri-folding concept phone, the Infinix Zero Series Mini Tri-Fold, after MWC 2025. It supports a triple-folding mechanism, dual hinges, and an outward-folding design. 

The phone comes with a hands-free display or compact camera, making it a perfect choice for all photography enthusiasts. 

Vivo Y04 was launched in Pakistan 

Vivo has officially released the Vivo Y04 across the country, an entry-level phone featuring an enlarged 6.74-inch display, powered by a Unisoc T7225 chipset, paired with a 5,500mAh battery, and more. 

It supports a Wet Touch display and, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, the phone is available for Rs28,999 in several dazzling hues such as Jade Green and Titanium Gold.

Xiaomi 15 Ultra launched in China 

Xiaomi has officially unveiled the Xiaomi 15 Ultra in China with a 6.73-inch AMOLED display, and Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, ensuring a seamless and intuitive user experience. 

The phone is equipped with an enlarged 6,000mAH battery, and integrated with the Leica quad-camera system with a 50MP main sensor and 200MP telephoto lens. In addition, it offers HyperAI tools, 6 years of updates, and is available at CNY 6,499 ($895).

Samsung Galaxy M16 5G, Galaxy M06 5G launched in India

Samsung has officially released the Galaxy M16 5G and M06 5G in India, with a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chip, a 6.7-inch screen, and a massive 5,000mAh battery along with 25W fast charging. 

The Galaxy M16 5G consists of a triple-camera setup (50MP+5MP+2MP), while the M06 5G has dual cameras (50MP+2MP). The phone is available for INR 9,499.

Realme Neo 7 SE with 7,000mAh battery launched in China

Realme has officially released the Neo 7 SE in China along with a MediaTek Dimensity 8400-Max chipset, featuring a 6.78-inch 1.5K LTPO screen (120Hz, 6,000 nits), and a colossal 7,000mAh battery with 80W fast charging. 

The phone features a 50MP+8MP dual rear camera and a 16MP front camera. It is available for CNY 1,799 (INR 22,000).

Realme Neo 7x launched in China with Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset

Realme has officially unveiled the Neo 7x in China, featuring an enlarged 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display (120Hz, 2,000 nits), powered by Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset,  50MP+16MP cameras, 6,000mAh battery (45W charging), and more. 

The phone is available for CNY 1,299 (INR 15,600), offered in Silver Wing Mecha and Titanium Grey Storm.