The new Reno 17 series will offer solid specifications and features, with a better design than last year’s Reno 16 series. Here is all we know so far:

Also Read: OPPO Find X10 Ultra Smartphone Tipped for 3 Major Upgrades

Oppo Reno 17 Series Unboxing Video Revealed Ahead of Launch

Oppo announced the Reno 17 series for release in China on November 16, 2026, and leaks suggest it may launch in India by the end of November 2026.

As Oppo prepares for its launch, a new unboxing video has been released online, offering a first real-life glimpse of the phone.

The new Oppo Reno 17 features a completely new design, especially in “Blue Colour,” with a unique cloudy finish on the rear. It has a triple camera setup housed in a square module with the “Reno” tagline and a circular flash.

The camera lens has a circular colour finish, while the sides feature a metallic finish with unique engraving. The unboxing reveals three colour options: black, white, and blue.

The unboxing also reveals the Reno 17 has a Type-C port at the bottom, a microphone port, and a SIM ejector pin slot.

It also reports the Oppo Reno 17 series will support 80W fast wired charging and have an IP68 or IP69 water and dust resistance rating.

Also Read: OPPO Find X10 Ultra to Launch Next Year with a MediaTek Processor

Oppo Reno 17 Series – Expected Specifications and Features

The new Reno 17 series is speculated to include two variants: the standard Reno 17 5G and the Reno 17 Pro 5G.

Leaks suggest the Reno 17 Pro will have a small 6.3-inch AMOLED panel, while the Reno 17 5G will have a bigger 6.5-inch panel.

Reports also suggest the Reno 17’s display will be an LTPO AMOLED panel with a 144Hz refresh rate and support brighter peak brightness out of the box.

A recently leaked live image shows the Oppo Reno 17 will pack a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset built on a 4nm process.

The Reno 17 Pro 5G will feature a powerful MediaTek Dimensity 8550 processor.

Also, on the camera front, leaks suggest the Oppo Reno 17 series will get a major upgrade. The new Oppo Reno 17 series will get a larger 8000mAh battery.

It will feature a 200MP main sensor, a 50MP ultrawide sensor, and a 50MP telephoto sensor. Both sensors support autofocus. On the front, you will get a 50MP selfie shooter.

Beyond these upgrades, leaks suggest the Oppo Reno 17 series will ship with ColorOS 17 out of the box, featuring a solid new UI with animation upgrades and new AI features.

As for the Oppo Reno 17’s India launch, Oppo India has not yet officially confirmed it.

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Sharma said Airtel spent the previous two quarters laying the groundwork to integrate AI into its digital platforms. The company also ran experiments to see how AI could change the way its teams work its priority now is to expand the use of applications that are already delivering results. Airtel did not disclose how much GPU capacity it added or announce plans to offer Agent Bridge externally on the call.

Where Airtel Is Already Using AI

Call centre bots were among Airtel’s early uses of AI Sharma said the company is also applying AI to recruitment, including screening candidates at scale, and to video KYC for customer onboarding. He also cited the process of closing the company’s quarterly accounts as an area where AI is changing how teams work. Sharma said customer safety, privacy and data sovereignty remain priorities as Airtel expands its use of AI.

Also Read: Bharti Airtel Overtakes Jio Platforms by Market Cap Nine Days After Jio’s Listing

Sharma said Airtel’s real-time decision engine has generated more than 10 billion recommended next actions across its channels. Airtel uses customer context to personalise the content and recommendations it delivers. The company brings information from different points in a customer’s journey into a single view so its systems can use that context when deciding what to show.

On its mobile network, Airtel uses AI to manage when radio equipment can enter sleep mode to reduce energy consumption. In home broadband, field engineers use AI tools on their phones to help standardise the quality of installation and service work. Airtel discussed these as examples of its wider AI work and did not specify which applications run on Agent Bridge.

Airtel Is Studying GPU Services for Enterprises

During the analyst Q&A, Executive Vice Chairman Gopal Vittal distinguished basic GPU leasing from managed GPU services. Basic leasing gives customers access to the hardware. Managed services add software that helps customers deploy and manage workloads. Vittal described basic GPU leasing as a commodity business and flagged counterparty risk, particularly among smaller players.

Also Read: Airtel Mobile ARPU Rises to Rs 271 as Postpaid Additions Hit a Record

Vittal said Airtel has built a platform to optimise the cost of running AI models for its own workloads. He said enterprise customers have asked for a broader set of AI tools through Airtel Cloud, and the company is studying that opportunity alongside managed GPU services.

Group CFO Soumen Ray said Airtel already uses chips for internal workloads and is buying chips for that purpose. Airtel is evaluating managed GPU services and a broader AI offering through its cloud business. Management gave no launch timeline for either service.

If you are looking to upgrade to a new flagship smartphone, Samsung will offer major spec upgrades and a new design.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S27 to Get a New Design With Exynos 2700

Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra May Copy iPhone 18 Pro’s Look

Samsung is preparing to launch the Galaxy S27 series in 2027. As Samsung prepares to launch the new flagship, we have a leaked dummy-unit photo of the Galaxy S27 Ultra 5G.

It shows a completely new design compared with its predecessor, the Galaxy S26 Ultra, which had a vertically housed, pill-shaped camera module on the rear, a flat front display, and a centre punch-hole selfie shooter.

However, if we look at the Galaxy S27 Ultra design for 2027, a recent dummy unit revealed by Android Headlines shows a complete design revamp.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 9 Tipped With Under-Display Camera

On the rear, a new housing holds two main camera sensors, possibly the main 200MP camera and an ultrawide-angle camera, stacked vertically.

An additional telephoto sensor sits beside the camera sensors, above a rectangular module.

At the bottom, another rectangular module contains a circular coil for wireless charging.

From the side, you get a volume rocker and the power button on the left, while the bottom has a USB-C port, a SIM ejector tool, and the S-Pen you pull out.

On the front, the Galaxy S27 Ultra phone appears to have an even smaller single selfie shooter in the center.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S27 Series Listed on BIS

Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra – Leaked Specifications and Features

As Samsung prepares for a major design revamp in 2027, the new Galaxy S27 Ultra is speculated to get a major hardware upgrade.

Rumours suggest the S27 Ultra will feature a 6.9-inch 2K AMOLED panel and the Samsung M16 LTPO panel with 20Hz refresh-rate support.

Reports also suggest Samsung’s Galaxy S27 series will get an upgraded display with the “Privacy Display 2” feature, making it brighter and more energy-efficient.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra Leak Hints 3 Major Upgrades in 2027

Under the hood, leaks suggest the Galaxy S27 Ultra will bring back a Qualcomm-and-Samsung chipset combination.

In markets like Europe and the U.S.A., Samsung will use the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 processor, a new 2nm chipset.

In markets like India, Samsung’s top-end Galaxy S27 Ultra will likely pack an Exynos 2700 chipset, also based on 2 nm.

Leaks suggest a recent benchmark test showed the Exynos 2700 outperforming the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 processor.

On the camera front, leaks suggest the Galaxy S27 Ultra will feature a 200MP Sony HP6 main sensor and a 50MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, both with OIS out of the box.

It also gets a 50MP 5X optical zoom and a 16MP selfie shooter.

On the battery front, the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra will get a slight upgrade with a 5700mAh battery, 60W wired charging, and 25W wireless charging with MagSafe support. On the software end, it will receive 7 years of OS and security patch updates.

Image Credits: Alvin (Sondesix), Android Headlines, Yogesh Brar (heyitsyogesh)

One major rumour is a new Pro model, the Galaxy S27 Pro 5G, with top-of-the-line specs and major display upgrades. It will also feature the Exynos vs. Snapdragon processor combination that powers the next-generation Galaxy S27 models.

The phone was also listed on the Indian BIS certification list, hinting at a launch in India. Here is all we know so far:

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S27 to Get a New Design With Exynos 2700

Samsung Galaxy S27 Series May Bring a New Pro Model – New Leaks Emerge

New leaks about the Samsung Galaxy S27 series suggest Samsung will offer four models. The base models include the Galaxy S27 5G and Galaxy S27+ 5G, while the top-end models will include the Galaxy S27 Pro 5G and Galaxy S27 Ultra 5G.

What do we know about the Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro 5G phone? According to leaks, the Galaxy S27 Pro 5G will have pretty good hardware specs.

Under the hood, we expect the Galaxy S27 Pro 5G to use the all-new Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 in specific countries like Europe and the U.S.A.

In price-sensitive markets like India, Samsung might use its in-house Exynos 2700 chipset, which has surpassed the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 in benchmarks.

Beyond the processor, design, and display, the Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro 5G will continue to use lithium-ion batteries across the Galaxy S27 series.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra With Exynos 2700, Price Revealed

Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro and Galaxy S27 Ultra: Expected Display Upgrades

Compared to the Galaxy S27 Ultra, the Galaxy S27 Pro will skip stylus support and have a slightly smaller display. It will also feature an improved Privacy Display compared to last year’s model, offering a brighter out-of-the-box display.

However, even this year, the standard Galaxy S27 and the Galaxy S27+ will not get Privacy Display support.

The new Privacy Display will also be more power-efficient, helping improve battery life on the Galaxy S27 flagships.

While Samsung isn’t making room for a bigger battery, we expect a slight improvement from this new display and the new processor built on the 2nm process.

Here are some major upgrades expected in the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S27 series. About the launch, leaks suggest Samsung has already started mass production of its Exynos 2700 flagship chipset, which will power the Galaxy S27 phones.

The flagship phone is also listed on BIS, hinting that a launch date will be confirmed by December 2026.

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Action Button in Camera Control Only

Some reports online suggest that the Action Button will now be integrated in the Camera Control button only. The Camera Control was a new hardware level change introduced by Apple in 2024 with the iPhone 16 series. The Action Button could be integrated in the Camera Control with the next iPhone series. A Single Tap would reportedly open the camera, meanwhile the long press would trigger the assigned shortcut.

To be honest, people do not really use the Action Button for anything more than changing their iPhone from silent to sound and back. This is why, Apple may be thinking of just dropping that button and getting people used to utilising the Camera Control. Camera Control is another feature which people hardly use with their devices.

Camera Control is a touch sensitive button which allows users to switch between camera modes, zoom in and out, launch camera directly and take pictures on the go. The iPhone Duo is the ffirst iPhone since the iPhone 16 series which has not featured an Action Button for the users. Apple will also launch the iPhone 18 vanilla variant in 2027. Keep reading TelecomTalk to stay updated with the tech and telecom developments in India and the global market.

However, a recent update says Oppo is working on the Find X10 Ultra under the code name “Xingyun,” which translates to “Nebula.” Here is what we know so far:

OPPO Find X10 Ultra May Get 3 Huge Upgrades: Everything We Know

The new Find X10 models launched recently, skipping the Ultra model. While the Find X10 models saw a major price hike this year, many expected Oppo to skip the Find X10 Ultra because of the chipset shortage.

Oppo hasn’t confirmed this yet, but we recently received leaked details from prominent Chinese tipster Digital Chat Station.

They revealed that Oppo is developing the Find X10 Ultra flagship phone under the code name “Xingyun,” which translates to “Nebula,” with three major upgrades this year. Here is all we know so far:

Also Read: Motorola Signature 27 Gets 7 Years of GrapheneOS Support

1. Major Camera Upgrade

Like the other Find X10 models, Oppo is planning a major upgrade for the Find X10 Ultra as well.

Speculation suggests the new Find X10 Ultra 5G will feature a dedicated 200MP high-dynamic-range multi-camera imaging system with periscope zoom and 10X optical zoom support. It will also have support for a “dedicated mobile camera lens”.

The Find X10 Ultra is also speculated to get a 200MP ultra-wide-angle sensor and a 200MP main wide camera lens.

It will also add a 50MP periscope camera, bringing a major camera upgrade at a competitive price and putting it in tough competition with the recently launched DXOMARK Gold Label winner, the Motorola Signature 27.

2. Processor Upgrade With MediaTek Chipset

According to recent rumours from Digital Chat Station, Oppo is preparing to launch the Find X10 Ultra.

Reports suggest Oppo is switching completely from Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets to MediaTek’s Dimensity chipsets.

The new Find X10 Ultra 5G will pack a 2nm-based Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset onboard.

The Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset was launched in September 2026 with an 8-core architecture.

On paper, it offers solid performance. AnTuTu 11 benchmark test reveals a total score of 4,838,033 points.

Geekbench 6 reports 4,188 points for single-core and 13,145 points for multi-core performance. The 3DMark Wild Life Extreme test reveals a total score of 9,245 points.

The same chipset also powers the Oppo Find X10 Pro Max 5G and Vivo’s X500 Pro Max.

Also Read: OPPO Reno 17 Launch On November 9: 3 Upgrades to Expect

3. Major Display Upgrade Developed by BOE and Bigger Battery

Oppo’s new Find X10 Ultra 5G will use a flat BOE display.

The new Find X10 Ultra is speculated to have a bigger 6.89-inch BOE-developed display with 2K resolution support and a faster 144Hz refresh rate, making it a solid phone for binge-watching and gaming.

On the battery side, the Oppo Find X10 Ultra 5G will pack a bigger battery. Leaks suggest it will pack an 8000mAh battery.

Apart from this, there’s also speculation that these upgrades will cost a lot, with the Find X10 Ultra possibly hitting a whopping Rs 2,00,000 (Rs 2 Lakhs) in India.

These are the three major upgrades expected in the new Oppo Find X10 Ultra 5G.

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Rumours and speculations suggested that the top device from OnePlus in India in 2026 would be the OnePlus 16R. However, now a development hints otherwise.

OnePlus Holds Closed Door Meeting, Likely for OnePlus 16 in India

A popular tech tipster Abhishek Yadav, on X (formerly Twitter) said that OnePlus executives recently had a closed door meeting in Mumbai, India. This meeting was most likely for the launch of the OnePlus 16 5G in the country. The price speculations about the phone are that it could cost something around Rs 1 lakh or more in India. This would make the OnePlus 16 unviable for a majority of the market.

However, OnePlus 16 5G has the qualities of a big flagship phone. It has a 200MP telephoto sensor for amazing zoomed in shots, the most powerful mobile processor in the market – Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, and a massive battery with fast-charging support. OnePlus 16 India launch has not been teased yet by the brand. If the company were to infact launch the device in India, it would likely be around the end of November or in December.

We do expect to see OnePlus 16R regardless in India. The device would be an important phone for OnePlus to keep its presence in the premium phones market of India. Keep reading TelecomTalk to stay updated with the tech and telecom developments in India.

BSNL is also in discussions with Vodafone Idea (Vi) for expanding the network infrastructure sharing deal across more circles. BSNL already has inter-circle roaming (ICR) agreement with Vi in two to three circles, and now this could expand to over 12 to 13 circles. This basically means that the companies will share infrastructure to keep users connected.

BSNL and Vi Both Benefit

On a surface level, this appears to benefit BSNL more than Vi, but it is a mutual win for the two companies. Both require to amp up infrastructure rollout speed to compete with the two giants Jio and Airtel. This would precisely position BSNL and Vi to do that. Vi would also be able to use BSNL’s infrastructure in areas where it does not see a big market, but still needs presence. BSNL, on the other hand, will be able to benefit from Vi’s expedited infra rollout which has been possible due to fundraising.

According to a PTI report, BSNL has received the approval for 26,000 new 4G towers. These are not remotely enough to cover the gaps. The telco needs about 1 lakh to 2 lakh more towers to even think about coming at par with the competition. Most people with a good earning capacity still look at the private telecom operators as the better option to stay connected to the high-speed internet. Vi is also trying to raise money through debt to fund further network rollout. The telco has an aim of raising Rs 45,000 crore through debt in the near future.

BSNL Rs 172, Rs 184, and Rs 190 Prepaid Plans

BSNL Rs 172 plan comes with unlimited voice calling, and 100 SMS/day. The average daily cost of using this plan becomes Rs 6.14 per day. The Rs 184 plan from BSNL comes with unlimited voice calling too, along with 100 SMS/day. Lastly, there is the Rs 190 plan which comes with 1 month of validity, and offers unlimited voice calling and 100 SMS/day.

These plans from BSNL are the same as the plans you get from Jio, Airtel and Vi as well. All of the telcos have brough TRAI mandated prepaid packs for the users. These packs offer users a reliable way to stay active. It will hurt the ARPU (average revenue per user) growth of the Indian telecom operators, which has improved signficantly in a while. All the operators now understand that people who want to consume data, will anyway end up using it. Thus, for them, even if they recharge with these plans, they would eventually spend money on the prepaid data vouchers, for short-term data needs. These plans from BSNL are now live for the users, and can be recharged with. Keep reading TelecomTalk to stay updated with the tech and telecom updates in India.

OnePlus has shared the list of eligible OnePlus phones that will receive the ColorOS 17 update this month. Here we also cover what’s new for OxygenOS users.

Also Read: ColorOS 17 November Rollout Date With Full Eligible Phone List

OxygenOS 16 vs ColorOS 17: What’s Changing for OnePlus Users?

ColorOS 17 brings solid features right after the update and is expected to get major upgrades to design, UI animations, performance, and AI enhancements.

1. Luminous Effect With New Control Center

ColorOS 17 brings all-new translucent soft layers, soft lighting effects, and glowing music playback bars, inspired by Apple iOS 27.

You also get flexible UI elements and speedy gestures that make the phone snappy when you launch new apps or switch between them.

OnePlus ColorOS 17 also includes a “Control Center with a new Notification panel”, where you can switch between classic and split modes with customizable settings.

ColorOS 17 also adds a new Flux theme, a live, weather-changing theme that adapts to the weather. You also get custom text boxes where you can change the text type.

Also Read: Xiaomi HyperOS 4 Challenges ColorOS 17: Eligible Phone List

2. Performance Upgrade

The new ColorOS 17 for OnePlus phones also gets a major upgrade with the Laminar Flow Engine and Luminous Rendering Engine.

The new Laminar Engine significantly boosts app launch speed, with gallery photo loading up to 55% faster.

It also launches apps 25% faster than ColorOS 16. ColorOS 17 also gets a performance upgrade with the Luminous Rendering Engine, which cuts rendering load time and reduces RAM usage by 25%. It retains 90% of day-one smoothness even after years of usage.

Also Read: Realme Starts ColorOS 17 Rollout: Features, Eligible Phone List

3. ColorOS AI Features

One of ColorOS 17’s major upgrades is the new AI features Oppo brings, including AI Mind Pilot, AI Mind Space, AI Mind Suggest, AI Photo Agent, OSEEC (O-Scan), and AI Live Interpreter.

AI Mind Pilot: Oppo’s new AI Mind Pilot uses on-device AI. ColorOS 17 can perform tasks on the device, including managing files, planning trips, and building itineraries.

AI Mind Space: The new AI Mind Space includes a memory feature that reminds you of past events.

AI Mind Suggest: This new AI-powered highlight feature runs from 4:00 am to 10:00 am.

It gathers details such as emails, real-time weather forecasts, and calendar invites, including anniversaries and holidays. When you start your day, you get a quick overview of the tasks you need to do.

OSEE (O-Scan): This new AI-powered camera app lets you point the camera at objects, and ColorOS 17 on the OnePlus device uses its AI model to detect them and provide information. You can also use it for live translation.

AI Live Interpreter: You also get an AI live interpreter that uses its AI model to detect voices in different languages and translate them through voice replies or text.

Also Read: ColorOS 17 to Take On Apple iOS 27 With These AI Features

What Does This Mean for OxygenOS 16 Users?

Currently, OnePlus phones that haven’t received the ColorOS 17 upgrade run OxygenOS 16. The next upgrade is ColorOS 17.

OnePlus isn’t forcing users to upgrade and lets fans stay on OxygenOS 16, with the promise of security updates as part of the software lifecycle.

However, if you want new AI features, a completely new UI, and an upgraded animation set, ColorOS 17 is the right choice.

OnePlus has revealed the list of eligible OnePlus phones that will receive the ColorOS 17 update in November. The OnePlus 15 flagship already received the update first in October.

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PTI reported on November 6 that BSNL was looking to extend its roaming arrangements with Vodafone Idea (Vi) to 12 or 13 additional telecom circles. CNBC-TV18 separately reported that it had initiated arrangements in 12 or 13 circles. The reports describe different stages of the expansion the operators have yet to clarify where customers can use the expanded roaming service, who qualifies and what it includes.

What TRAI’s September Data Says About BSNL and Vi

BSNL added 6.26 lakh mobile connections in September 2026, taking its base to 9.43 crore, according to the latest TRAI subscription report available as of November 8.

Its base grew 0.67% from August, the fastest rate among India’s four major mobile operators that month rural areas accounted for about 2.34 lakh of its net additions. Vi added 5.50 lakh mobile connections on TRAI’s headline measure, taking its base to 20.01 crore the total includes machine-to-machine (M2M) connections.

Vi’s own June-quarter results showed growth in its 4G and 5G base, which rose to 13.01 crore from 12.89 crore in the previous quarter that gives Vi a growing base of 4G and 5G subscribers to serve, while the September figures show why retaining existing customers still matters.

BSNL Customers Could Rely on Their SIM in More Places

BSNL’s recent prepaid plans cater to different kinds of users the Rs 202 plan offers 32 days of validity, 300 calling minutes and 5GB of high-speed data its Rs 2,799 Diwali offer includes 3GB of daily data and extends validity to 395 days for eligible recharges through November 30.

For someone weighing a recharge that lasts more than a year, coverage at home, at work and along the daily commute is part of the value that is where Vi’s network could help. A customer who keeps BSNL as a backup might switch to it as their primary SIM if roaming fills a recurring coverage gap. BSNL is also expanding its own 4G network.

PTI reported that it had received approval to install another 26,000 4G towers. Where Vi already has usable coverage, roaming could help some BSNL customers while that work continues.

Vodafone Idea Customers Could Have One More Reason to Stay

Vi’s new Rs 35 regional OTT add-on lets customers choose two of six streaming services, including ManoramaMAX, Chaupal and SonyLIV South the streaming benefit lasts 28 days, is available on mobile and requires an active Vi prepaid recharge with service validity which also includes 1GB of data valid for seven days.

A customer might like Vi’s recharge options but still consider porting if their phone regularly loses signal at work. If BSNL has usable coverage there and the location is included in the arrangement, that customer could keep the plan they already prefer. For Vi, the value of roaming is the chance to solve a coverage problem for an existing customer while it continues to invest in its own network.

What BSNL and Vi Customers Still Need to Know

The number of circles gives a sense of scale customers need to know whether their own locality or route is covered both operators should publish where roaming is available, which prepaid and postpaid customers qualify, whether it covers calls and mobile data, and whether phones connect automatically.

The clearest sign that the pact is working will be a change in how people use their phones.

A BSNL customer might start relying on a SIM they previously kept as a backup a Vodafone idea customer might renew a recharge they already like because they can finally make a call where they used to lose signal that is what wider coverage would look like in everyday use.

However, customers may assess their usage requirements and the network coverage available in their place of residence or other frequently visited locations during the initial period. This is particularly important to ensure they continue to enjoy the network experience that influenced their decision to opt for an annual recharge in the first place. Additionally, subscribers must be able to make a substantial upfront payment to cover an entire year.

Taking things a step further, Reliance Jio recently introduced a three-year prepaid plan, possibly signalling its confidence in its network capabilities and long-term customer proposition.

With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at the annual and longer-validity prepaid recharge plans offered by India’s two leading telecom operators, Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio.

Bharti Airtel Annual Prepaid Plans

1. Airtel Rs 1849 Unlimited Plan

Plan Type: Voice and SMS-Only Plan, Calling and SMS Plan (No Bundled Data)
Core Benefits: Unlimited Local, STD and Roaming calls, and 3600 SMS. Post 3600 SMS limit charging will be Re 1 Local, Rs 1.5 STD per SMS. Data usage will be charged at 50p/MB.
Validity: 365 Days
Rewards: Adobe Express Premium (12 Months free benefit worth around Rs 4,000), Airtel safe (Get real-time SPAM call alerts, fraud link blocking and protection from OTP-led bank frauds), and Free hellotunes for you (Set any one tune every 30 days for free).
Effective Per Day Pricing: Rs 5.07

2. Airtel Rs 2249 Unlimited Plan

Plan Type: Lump-Sum Data Plan, Voice and SMS-Centric Plan, Yearly Plan
Core Benefits: Unlimited Local STD and Roaming calls, 3600 SMS, and 30 GB total data. Post 3600 SMS limit charging will be Re1 Local, Rs.1.5 STD per SMS. Data Tariff post quota completion will be charged at 50p/MB.
Validity: 365 Days
Rewards: Adobe Express Premium (12 Months free benefit worth around Rs 4000), Airtel safe (Get real-time SPAM call alerts, fraud link blocking and protection from OTP-led bank frauds), Free hellotunes for you (Set any one tune every 30 days for free), and Airtel Xstream Play (Free content – movies, shows and LIVE TV channels including SonyLiv Free version, Chana jor, Runn tv).
Effective Per Day Pricing: Rs 6.16

3. Airtel Rs 3599 Unlimited Plan

Plan Type: Per-Day Data Plan, One Year Unlimited 5G
Core Benefits: Unlimited Local STD and Roaming calls, 100 SMS Per Day, and 2 GB Data Per Day. Post daily 100 SMS limit charging will be Re 1 Local, Rs 1.5 STD per SMS. Post daily quota usage data speed will be upto 64 Kbps.
Validity: 365 Days
Rewards: Unlimited 5G Data (over and above your plan limit, usable in 5G Network areas only), Adobe Express Premium (12 Months free benefit worth around Rs 4,000), Airtel safe (Get real-time SPAM call alerts, fraud link blocking and protection from OTP-led bank frauds), Free hellotunes for you (Set any one tune every 30 days for free), and Airtel Xstream Play (Free content – movies, shows and LIVE TV channels including SonyLiv Free version, Chana jor, Runn tv).
Effective Per Day Pricing: Rs 9.86

4. Airtel Rs 3999 Unlimited Plan

Plan Type: Unlimited Data Plan, Unlimited 4G + 5G
Core Benefits: Unlimited Local and STD Calls, 100 SMS Per Day, and Unlimited 4G+5G Data Unlimited (for all handsets without any daily data limits). Post daily 100 SMS limit charging will be Re 1 Local, Rs 1.5 STD per SMS.
Validity: 365 Days
Rewards: Unlimited 4G + 5G data (for all handsets without any daily data limits), Unlimited 5G Data (over and above your plan limit, usable in 5G Network areas only), Airtel safe (Get real-time SPAM call alerts, fraud link blocking and protection from OTP-led bank frauds), and Free hellotunes for you (Set any one tune every 30 days for free).
Effective Per Day Pricing: Rs 10.96

5. Airtel Rs 4999 Unlimited Plan

Plan Type: International Roaming and Annual Data Plan, NRI Pack for India + Abroad
Core Benefits:
In India: Unlimited Calls, 100 SMS/Day, and 2.5 GB/Day data.
Abroad: 7 GB Data, 100 mins IC+OG (IN+Local), 200 Outgoing SMS and Free Incoming SMS. International Roaming pack auto-activates upon recharge.
Validity: 365 Days
Rewards: Roam in 189+ countries at no extra cost, and Unlimited 5G Data (over and above your plan limit, usable in 5G Network areas only). Other Rewards include Adobe Express Premium (12 Months free benefit worth around Rs 4,000), Airtel safe (Get real-time SPAM call alerts, fraud link blocking and protection from OTP-led bank frauds), and Free hellotunes for you (Set any one tune every 30 days for free).
Effective Per Day Pricing: Rs 13.70

Reliance Jio Annual Prepaid Plans

1. Jio Rs 1234 Unlimited Plan

Plan Type: Per-Day Data Plan, 4G Feature Phone Plan,
Core Benefits: Unlimited voice calls, 300 SMS/28 days, and 0.5 GB high-speed data per day (total 168 GB). Post-quota unlimited data speed is up to 64 Kbps.
Validity: 336 days
Subscriptions and Special Offer Benefits: Subscriptions to JioSaavn and JioTV.
Effective Per Day Pricing: Rs 3.67

2. Jio Rs 1748 Unlimited Plan

Plan Type: Voice Only Plan, Calling and SMS Plan (Voice Only / No Bundled Data)
Core Benefits: Unlimited voice calls and 3600 SMS.
Validity: 336 days
Subscriptions and Special Offer Benefits: Subscriptions to JioTV and JioAICloud.
Effective Per Day Pricing: Rs 5.20

3. Jio Rs 3599 Unlimited Plan

Plan Type: Per-Day Data Plan, Rs 277/Month + Big Benefits
Core Benefits: Unlimited voice calls, 100 SMS per day, and 2.5 GB high-speed data per day (total 912.5 GB). Post-quota unlimited data speed is up to 64 Kbps.
Validity: 365 Days
Subscriptions and Special Offer Benefits: Unlimited 5G data for eligible subscribers (True5G), Jio Anniversary Offer benefits including JioHotstar: Mobile+ Hollywood subscription, JioTV Pro Pack (1000+ TV channels via JioTV – Rs 55 x 12 voucher), Data Booster (120 GB extra data: 10 GB x 12 months), and JioAICloud (free 50 GB storage), Free 12-month Canva Pro Lite (worth Rs 1590), Partner Vouchers via MyJio (EaseMyTrip: Up to Rs 2,200 off on flights; AJIO: Rs 200 off on shopping of Rs 1000; Cinepolis: Flat Rs 150 OFF tickets on min Rs 550 for 2 tickets, not valid Tuesdays), and JioTV app access.
Effective Per Day Pricing: Rs 9.86

4. Jio Rs 3999 Unlimited Plan

Plan Type: Per-Day Data Plan, Yearly Plan, 365-Day Plan, FanCode + AI + Movies + Hollywood
Core Benefits: Unlimited voice calls, 100 SMS per day, and 2.5 GB high-speed data per day (total 912.5 GB). Post-quota unlimited data speed is up to 64 Kbps.
Validity: 365 Days
Subscriptions and Special Offer Benefits: Unlimited 5G data for eligible subscribers (True5G), Jio Special Offer benefits including JioHotstar: Mobile+ Hollywood subscription and JioAICloud free 50 GB storage, Free 12-month Canva Pro Lite (worth Rs 1,590), FanCode subscription via JioTV Mobile App, and JioTV access.
Effective Per Day Pricing: Rs 10.96

5. Jio Rs 10000 Unlimited Plan

Plan Type: New Launch, Per-Day Data Plan (Multi-Year), 3 Year Unlimited Plan
Core Benefits: Unlimited voice calls, 100 SMS per day, and 2.5 GB high-speed data per day (total 2737.5 GB). Post-quota unlimited data speed is up to 64 Kbps.
Validity: 3 Years (1095 days)
Subscriptions and Special Offer Benefits: Unlimited 5G data for eligible subscribers (True5G), Jio Special Offer benefits including JioHotstar: Mobile+ Hollywood subscription and JioAICloud free 50 GB storage, Free 12-month Canva Pro Lite (worth Rs 1590), and JioTV app access.
Effective Per Day Pricing: Rs 9.13

Leadership Comments:

Bharti Airtel: 

Bharti Airtel Limited (Bharti Airtel) announced its audited consolidated financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2026 (Q2 FY27), on November 5, 2026.

In a statement, Gopal Vittal, Executive Vice Chairman, said: “We delivered another quarter of consistent performance with consolidated revenues of Rs 60,878 crore, increasing 4.0% QoQ, underscoring the strength of our diversified portfolio. Africa delivered a standout quarter with 6.7% QoQ constant currency revenue growth. Africa’s improving performance is also benefiting from the rollout of Airtel’s homegrown technology stack across markets, powering our go-to-market capabilities. Group-wide synergies are also beginning to deliver tangible operating gains. India business recorded strong revenue growth of 2.7% sequentially.

India Mobile delivered revenue growth of 3.4% QoQ, backed by our strategy of portfolio premiumization and winning quality customers. Our postpaid momentum remained strong with record high net customers additions of 1.2 million. We added 2.9 million smartphone data customers with continued improvement of our industry leading ARPU at Rs 271.

The Homes business saw 676 K customer additions, driven by disciplined customer acquisition and continued progress on our convergence strategy.

Airtel Business sustained strong momentum with revenue growth of 3.8% QoQ and 11.4% YoY, led by strong performance across the portfolio. Our new growth engines continue to gain momentum. Our investment in a strategic land parcel during the quarter marks another important step towards realising our ambition of building 1 GW of data centre capacity. In Financial Services, early traction following the commercial launch has been very encouraging, with our digital platforms, advanced data analytics and disciplined operating model providing a strong foundation to scale the business.

We continue to maintain a strong and resilient balance sheet, anchored by robust cash generation and disciplined capital allocation.”

Reliance Jio: 

Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) announced its consolidated and standalone unaudited financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2026 (Q2 FY27), on October 30, 2026.

Commenting on the results, Mukesh D. Ambani, Chairman and Managing Director, Reliance Industries Limited said: “This week marked a historic moment in Reliance’s value creation journey with Jio’s record-setting listing on Indian bourses. With over 22x subscription, and strong listing appreciation, the issue has set multiple global benchmarks. JPL is now India’s second largest company. It demonstrates the depth of confidence investors place in Jio’s solid foundation and strong growth visibility. I am proud to witness the rejuvenation of “the equity cult” originally pioneered by our founder-chairman during the 1977 Reliance IPO.”

“The Digital Services business continued its robust growth this quarter. Jio’s performance across mobility, home broadband and enterprise was strong, with healthy growth in earnings. Jio has built a proprietary technology stack and a growing portfolio of digital services, platforms and enterprise offerings that extend well beyond connectivity. The Jio IPO is a defining milestone. The faith placed in us by millions of our investors reinforces our commitment to building indigenous, world-class deep-tech solutions to deliver sustained value to customers and shareholders.”

Akash M Ambani, Managing Director of Jio Platforms Limited, said, “We warmly welcome our new shareholders to the Jio Platforms family as we enter a new era as a listed company. This quarter’s results continue to reflect the strength of our 5G network, and the growing reach of our broadband and digital services. Ahead of the curve investment on next generation technologies has been the foundation of Jio’s success over the past decade. We would continue to build our capabilities across satellite communications, 6G intellectual property and AI embedded in our core voice and data services as we create lasting value for our stakeholders.”

Conclusion

Both Airtel and Jio offer around five plans each in the long-term (annual), or above-one-year validity category for prepaid customers looking for extended recharge options. If you are confident about the network quality in your area and can afford the upfront cost of an annual or long-term plan, these recharges can be a convenient option. You can also make the most of the per-GB data benefits and enjoy India’s growing range of Digital India services over 4G and 5G networks.

Also in November 2026:

Voice and SMS-Only Plans: Airtel, Jio, and Vodafone Idea Voice and SMS-Only Plans for Prepaid Users: November 2026

Unlimited 4G + 5G Plans: Airtel Extends Unlimited 4G + 5G Data Offering to More Circles

Also Read: GTA 6 Pre-Loading Date, Size Confirmed by Rockstar Games

Grand Theft Auto 6 – Everything We Know

As Rockstar Games prepares for the next big launch we’ve waited almost a decade for, Grand Theft Auto 6 will feature Jason and Lucia. Some speculation suggests Tommy from Grand Theft Auto: Vice City will also appear, bringing back nostalgia for the 2002 GTA Vice City game.

On the story side, the all-new GTA VI is speculated to center around a criminal couple stuck in a conspiracy trying to find their way out. Rockstar Games has also done impressive work making GTA VI characters feel more like real people.

The whole game is set in the fictional US state of Leonia, based on Florida. Reports claim Rockstar Games is offering a map three times as big as in previous games.

The map includes around three cities: Vice City, inspired by Miami; Grassrivers, inspired by the Everglades; and the Leonida Keys, inspired by the Florida Keys.

GTA VI is also among Rockstar Games’ most expensive games. Estimates and rumours suggest it was developed with a budget of $1 billion to $1.5 billion, which translates to around Rs 9400 crores to Rs 14000 crores.

Rockstar Games will begin preloading GTA VI tomorrow, with access to play starting November 19, 2026.

Also Read: GTA 6 Gets Special DualSense PS5 Controllers from Sony

GTA VI Physical Copy Original Image Leaked

As Rockstar Games prepares for the GTA VI release on November 19, 2026, we got a leaked image of the physical edition CD showing Jason and Lucia in the game.

Leaks also suggest that the new Grand Theft Auto 6 will take up around 212GB of storage.

The game is already available for pre-order and can be pre-loaded on your PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X or Series S consoles. In India, Amazon India lists GTA VI at Rs 5999 for the standard variant. You can get the Ultimate edition through the PlayStation Store or the Xbox Microsoft Store for Rs 7499, depending on your console.

Image Credits: v/IseeIceTea

Reliance Jio Rs 147 Prepaid Plan Benefits

Reliance Jio 147 prepaid plan comes with unlimited voice calling, and 300 SMS. The service valdiity of this plan is 22 days. The average daily cost of using this plan is Rs 6.68. Note that this is a voice only plan. If you want data, then you can recharge with the data vouchers offered by the telco. The Rs 147 plan is good for people who want to keep their SIM cards active without spending a lot of money.

Reliance Jio Rs 177 Prepaid Plan

The next cheapest plan on this list is the Rs 177 plan from Jio. With the Rs 177 plan, users get 28 days of service validity. There is unlimited voice calling and 300 SMS bundled with the plan. The Rs 177 plan is also cheap considering you get a service validity of almost one month with the plan and that is under Rs 200.

The Reliance Jio data vouchers start in India at Rs 11 only. At this price, users get 1 hour of unlimited data usage. There is 10GB of data bundled for the users, so it is not truly unlimited. The next cheapest pack is the Rs 19 plan which comes with 1 day of validity, and offers 1GB of data to the users. Keep reading TelecomTalk to stay updated with the tech and telecom developments in the country.

Also Read: Xiaomi HyperOS 4 Challenges ColorOS 17: Eligible Phone List

ColorOS 17 November Update: Eligible OnePlus Phones List Revealed

OnePlus is the first smartphone maker to push the ColorOS 17 update after finally switching from OxygenOS.

The ColorOS 17 update was pushed from November 5 to November 26, 2026. Here is the rollout date list for each OnePlus phone confirmed for November 2026.

• November 5 2026: OnePlus 13R
• November 17 2026: OnePlus 12
• November 18 2026: OnePlus Pad 3
• November 24 2026: OnePlus Open
• November 26: OnePlus Nord 6 and OnePlus Nord CE 6.

For the November rollout, here are the 6 eligible OnePlus phones that get the ColorOS 17 update.

Also Read: ColorOS 17 to Take On Apple iOS 27 With These AI Features

ColorOS 17 November Update: Eligible Realme Phones List Revealed

Alongside the OnePlus phones, Realme has announced its move from RealmeUI to ColorOS 17, based on Android 17.

Realme is rolling out ColorOS 17 starting November 5, with the final update on November 19 for most Realme phones. Here is the complete list of Realme phones set to get ColorOS 17.

• November 5, 2026: Realme GT 7, Realme GT 7 Dream Edition
• November 18, 2026: Realme GT 7T
• November 19, 2026: Realme 16 5G, Realme 15 Pro, Realme 15 5G, Realme 15x 5G, Realme 15T 5G, Realme P4 Pro 5G, Realme P4 5G, Realme NARZO 90 5G, Realme NARZO 90x 5G.

Also Read: OnePlus 15 Gets Stable ColorOS 17: End of OxygenOS?

ColorOS 17 November Update: Eligible Oppo Phones List Revealed

While OnePlus and Realme have shared their lists of phones getting ColorOS 17, Oppo has also announced major 2026 upgrades with ColorOS 17.

Oppo phones will also receive the update. Here is the list of Oppo phones scheduled to get the ColorOS 17 update this month.

• November 18, 2026: OPPO Reno15 Pro Max, OPPO Reno15 Pro, OPPO Reno15 Pro Mini, OPPO Reno15 5G
• November 19, 2026: Oppo Reno 15C
• November 23, 2026: Oppo Reno 15 F 5G
• November 24, 2026: OPPO Find N3, OPPO Find N3 Flip, OPPO Reno14 Pro 5G, OPPO Reno14 5G, OPPO Reno14 F 5G
• November 25, 2026: OPPO K14 5G, OPPO K14x 5G, OPPO F33 5G, OPPO F31 5G
• November 26, 2026: OPPO K13x 5G, OPPO F29 5G

Also Read: OnePlus 15: ColorOS 17 vs OxygenOS 16: Is it Worth Upgrade?

How to Upgrade to ColorOS 17 Update

Upgrading to a new OS is pretty much the same for Oppo, OnePlus, and Realme phones. Here are the steps in detail:

Step 1: Open the Settings app on your eligible Oppo, OnePlus, or Realme phone

Step 2: Scroll and click on the “System and Update” option

Step 3: Tap on Software Update

Step 4: The phone will scan for the update. You can check the update date above. If the update is available, you will get a notification.

Step 5: After you get the notification, click Download and Install. If you don’t get it, wait until ColorOS 17 is pushed.

The new ColorOS 17 offers solid specs, a new UI upgrade, and animation changes. It also adds strong AI features, including AI Mind Space, AI Mind Suggest, and a dedicated on-device AI agent that helps you complete tasks.

Image Credits: Aryan Gupta (SavageAryan007), BenGeskin, Mr Android FHD, Noah Cat

Reports suggest the Signature 27 will run GrapheneOS, offering the industry’s most security-focused OS without compromising other features. The new Signature 27 will also include next-generation AI features, camera upgrades, and a clean UI. Here is what we know so far.

Also Read: Motorola Signature 27 has the World’s Best Camera System: DXOMARK

Motorola Signature 27 Could Change Android Privacy With GrapheneOS Support

According to Motorola’s announcement, the all-new Signature 27 will be the first GrapheneOS-supported device with top-notch security features in the smartphone industry, competing with Apple’s iOS 27 and Samsung’s OneUI 9.

The Signature 27 will have a GrapheneOS-powered security layer called ThinkShield that protects users from the factory to the phone.

Motorola also shared that it built the new Signature 27 in collaboration with the GrapheneOS team, updating both software and hardware requirements to run GrapheneOS smoothly.

As a result, Motorola’s Signature 27 will be the first phone on the market to implement “ARM Memory Tagging Extension Features,” a new hardware memory-safety feature designed to improve system security.

Alongside its privacy-centric features, the new Motorola Signature 27 also offers longer software support. Motorola promises up to 7 years of OS upgrades and security patch updates.

This means the Signature 27 will run Android 17 out of the box and receive OS upgrades through Android 24, or until 2033.

Also Read: Motorola Edge 70 Neo 5G Specs Leak Reveals 3 Big Upgrades

Motorola Signature 27 – Specifications and Features

Motorola Signature 27 sets a new standard in the smartphone industry by offering top-level hardware features while prioritising privacy out of the box.

On the hardware side, the Signature 27 features an aluminium frame, a larger 6.78-inch flat panel, and CeramicShield 3 protection, making it one of the rarest Android phones with ceramic protection after iPhones.

It packs a Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 processor, up to 12 GB of LPDDR5X RAM, and up to 5,12GB of UFS 4.1 storage.

For the camera, the Motorola Signature 27 features a 200MP periscope telephoto sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, and a 50MP main sensor. On the front, you get a 50MP selfie shooter.

Motorola kept both the display and the audio in focus. Motorola partnered with Bang & Olufsen Acoustics to equip the Signature 27 with speakers engineered to refine audio output for music, games, or movies.

Under the hood, the Signature 27 packs a massive 7000mAh battery, with 90W wired charging and support for 50W wireless charging.

It is available in Pantone Coal Smot and Pantone Capulet Olive colour options.

Image Credits: Ricardo Sametband (rsametband), NoteBookCheck

Vivo V80 FE Spotted on Geekbench

Vivo V80 FE 5G has now been spotted on the Geekbench platform with the model number V2624. Earlier, the device was spotted on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) database. The Geekbench listing suggests that the Indian variant of the device will be powered by the MediaTek MT6878, which is Dimensity 7400-Turbo SoC. The device has been spotted with 8GB of RAM in the listing.

Vivo V80 FE 5G has been spotted on the Phillipines online store as well. The listing confirms that the device will come in two colours including Sparkling Gold and Chill Green. The phone comes with a 6.59-inch AMOLED display with support for up to 120Hz refresh rate and 1800nits of high brightness mode.

The Vivo V80 FE could come with up to 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage. The device will come running on Android 17 based OriginOS 7 out of the box. The device could feature a dual-camera setup with a 50MP OIS primary sensor and a 50MP ultra-wide angle sensor. For selfies, there would be another 50MP sensor at the front. The device could feature a 7000mAh battery with support for 90W wired fast-charging. Keep reading TelecomTalk to stay updated with the developments.

A recent in-depth review showed that Redmi smartly used downgraded chipsets, including an older Snapdragon 4 Gen 4, with less RAM and storage. It also skipped the ultra-wide-angle sensor and stereo speaker support.

Redmi also cut costs by using a dimmer display, while keeping a larger 7700mAh battery. This battery was a major marketing point that helped keep the Redmi Note 17 5G competitive.

Basically, Redmi downgraded the chipset from the previous year’s Redmi 15 series while keeping a larger battery. Here is all we know so far:

Also Read: Redmi Turbo 6 Max Could Pack a 11000mAh Battery

Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 17 5G Makes a Big Battery Bet, But at What Cost?

The Redmi Note 17 5G offers solid specs on paper, with a larger 6.99-inch front display protected by Gorilla Glass 7i.

The build is a trade-off, using a plastic back and frame. It features an OLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1800 nits of peak brightness.

Under the hood, it packs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 processor, an entry-level 2025 chipset built on a 4nm process.

On the camera side, it has a 50MP main sensor with an auxiliary lens and a 7MP front selfie camera. The phone has a 7700mAh battery and supports 45W wired charging.

So what are the trade-offs here? The Redmi Note 17 5G looks solid on paper, but a deeper look reveals trade-offs compared to the Redmi Note 15 5G.

Also Read: Redmi Turbo 5 Gets Amazon Price Cut

Processor Downgrade

When we compare the spec sheets, the Redmi Note 15 from January 2026 offers better specs. It uses a Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset that delivers solid performance and outperforms the Redmi Note 17’s Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 processor.

On paper, the Redmi Note 15’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, launched in 2024, still offers solid performance and uses 4nm process technology.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 offers better performance. AnTuTu 11 shows a score of 840353 points, while Geekbench 6 reports 1013 points for single-core and 3000 points for multi-core performance.

In contrast, the Redmi Note 17’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 processor offers solid performance. AnTuTu 11 benchmark reports 593849 points, while Geekbench 6 shows 952 points for single-core and 2328 points for multi-core performance.

In terms of processor performance, the Redmi Note 15 delivers better benchmark results than the Redmi Note 17 5G.

RAM Downgrade

Chipset shortages have affected smartphone makers worldwide, especially those making budget and premium phones, but Redmi has done the same by downgrading the chipset and keeping RAM down.

Redmi uses the 6GB RAM variant and skips the 8GB RAM variant in some markets, like Taiwan, to keep prices low.

In markets like India, it offers both 6GB and 8GB RAM while keeping storage maxed at 128GB.

The Redmi Note 15 5G, launched in January 2026, still offers 8GB RAM for the base model and additional storage, with the top-end model getting 8GB RAM and 256GB storage.

Also Read: Redmi Turbo 6 Max Could Feature 2K LIPO Display Panel

Camera Downgrade

Redmi Note 17 5G also gets a camera downgrade compared to the Redmi Note 15 5G. The Redmi Note 15 5G uses a solid 108MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, and a 20MP selfie shooter.

By contrast, the Redmi Note 17 5G gets a downgraded 50MP main sensor, skips the ultra-wide-angle sensor, and has a smaller 8MP selfie shooter.

Display

On the display front, the Redmi Note 17 5G has a larger 6.99-inch screen than the Redmi Note 15’s 6.77-inch display.

However, on paper, the Note 17 5G has a dimmer 1800-nits display, while the Note 15 5G offers 3200-nits brightness.

Battery

On the battery side, Redmi Note 17 gets an upgraded 7700mAh battery, while the Redmi Note 15 5G uses a 5520mAh battery. Both phones support 45W wired charging.

Also read: Redmi Band 4 Launched with 1.47-inch Display, 5 ATM Rating

Verdict: Redmi Note 17 5G VS Redmi Note 15 5G – Which Phone is Better?

On paper, both the Redmi Note 17 and Note 15 5G offer solid specs out of the box.

The only trade-off on the Redmi Note 15 is a smaller battery, even though it’s almost 11 months old. The Redmi Note 17 5G also takes a step back in the speaker department, where the Note 17 5G uses dual speakers, while the Note 15 5G has dual stereo speakers.

The Redmi Note 17 offers solid specs on the display, processor, and camera. The Redmi Note 15 base model starts at Rs 28,999, while the top-end model is priced at Rs 31,999.

The Redmi Note 17 5G starts at Rs 27,999 with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage, and the top-end model with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage is priced at Rs 30,999.

Image Credits: Gogi Tech (Rajeev), Skylark’s Place Gadgets, davidmobilenews, EddieMutisya

Also Read: From Mirzapur to Obsession: Best OTT Releases This Week

1. The Vvaan – Force of the Forest

• Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video
• Director: Deepak Kumar Mishra, Arunabh Kumar
• Cast: Sidharth Malhotra, Tamanna Bhatia, Nimrat Kaur, Manish Paul, Sunil Grover
• OTT Release Date: November 06, 2026

Released yesterday, the new thriller The Vvaan – Force of the Forest stars prominent actors, including Sidharth Malhotra and Tamanna Bhatia.

The story follows an urban man who, stuck in rational thought, disregards a forbidden forest in his village. This awakens the divine goddess, who appears and blesses him with powers to become a savior for the people.

2. Haiwaan

• Where to Watch: SonyLIV
• Director: Priyadarshan
• Cast: Saif Ali Khan, Akshay Kumar, Boman Irani, Shriya
• OTT Release Date: November 06, 2026

SonyLIV is streaming Haiwaan this weekend, featuring Saif Ali Khan and Akshay Kumar’s OTT debut.

The new thriller is a remake inspired by the famous Mollywood Malayalam movie Oppam. Haiwaan is a suspense thriller about a visually impaired man who appears as the prime suspect in a murder committed by a psychotic killer.

He works as a lift operator in a residential building and is determined to find the real killer and clear his name.

Also Read: From DC, VisionQuest to Aasha: Best OTT Release this Week

3. I’m Game

• Where to Watch: JioHotstar
• Director: Nahas Hidayath, Rohith Chandrasekhar, Faseel Siddique, Nahas Hidhayath
• Cast: Dulquer Salmaan, Kayadu Lohar, Antony Varghese, Mysskin, Kathir
• OTT Release Date: November 06, 2026

For Malayalam movie or TV show binge-watchers, we have a new action movie, I’m Game, directed by some of the industry’s most famous directors. We also get to see Dulquer Salmaan on the big screen after a long time.

The thriller follows a fearless gambler who trusts his luck more than his life. He gets caught in a gambling addiction that completely changes his world, shifting from his passion for cricket to the dangerous world of gambling.

4. Meesaya Murukku 2

• Where to Watch: SonyLIV
• Director: HipHop Tamizha Adhi, Action Sandhosh
• Cast: HipHop Tamizha Adhi, Ketika Sharma, Chaithra J Achar, Ramya Ranganathan, Harshath Khan
• OTT Release Date: November 06, 2026

Meesaya Murukku gets a sequel release: the second part arrives on September 25, 2026. After its theatrical run, SonyLIV will stream Meesaya Murukku 2 on its platform, making it a great choice for Tamil OTT binge-watchers.

For Tamil viewers, the movie stars the famous OG singer HipHop Tamizha as the lead, who also directed the film, alongside Ketika Sharma and Chaithra.

The movie follows HipHop Tamizha Adhi’s journey from the 1980s to the present day, showing how he earned a place in the hearts of South Indian music lovers.

Also Read: Khalifa to Mandaadi: 5 Best OTT Release For This Week for Oct

5. Minions and Monsters Movie

• Where to Watch: JioHotstar
• Director: Pierre Coffin, Patrick Delage
• Cast: Pierre Coffin, Trey Parker, Christoph Waltz, Allison Janney, Jesse Eisenberg
• OTT Release Date: November 02, 2026

Who doesn’t know the Minion movies! Famous for Despicable Me, Minions is a separate movie, with an additional film called “Minions and Monsters.”

Streaming on JioHotstar, Minions and Monsters is a great OTT choice for readers looking for a funny animated movie this weekend.

The new Minion movie follows the Minions as they conquer Hollywood and become a beloved movie series.

Then everything changed when monsters were unleashed on the world. The Minions team up to save the world from the monsters and restore peace.

So here are some of the best OTT releases you can stream this weekend! Whether you want Malayalam, Tamil, Hindi, or even an animated movie, we have it all for this weekend! You can stream them on SonyLIV, JioHotstar, and Amazon Prime Video.

Airtel Expands Unlimited 4G + 5G Data Plans to More Circles

Now, it appears that Airtel has expanded the availability of its Unlimited 4G + 5G Data plans to more telecom circles. Although there has been no official announcement or confirmation regarding this expansion, the plans are now live and available in additional circles at the time of writing.

Airtel Unlimited 4G + 5G Plans

Airtel’s Rs 399 (28 days), Rs 449 (28 days), Rs 1,099 (84 days), and Rs 3,999 (365 days) plans, offering Unlimited 4G + 5G Data, are now available in additional circles, including Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Mumbai, North East, Rajasthan, and Tamil Nadu.

1. Airtel Rs 399 Fully Unlimited Plan

Plan Type: Unlimited Data Plan
Core Benefits: Unlimited Local, STD and Roaming calls, 100 SMS per day, and Unlimited Data (Unlimited 4G + 5G data for all handsets without any daily data limits).
Validity: 28 Days
Rewards: Unlimited 4G + 5G data, Unlimited 5G Data (over and above plan limit, usable in 5G network areas only), Adobe Express Premium (12 Months free benefit worth around Rs 4,000), Airtel safe (Get real-time SPAM call alerts, fraud link blocking and protection from OTP-led bank frauds), and Free hellotunes for you (Set any one tune every 30 days for free).
Effective Per Day Pricing: Rs 14.25

2. Airtel Rs 449 Fully Unlimited Plan

Plan Type: Unlimited Data Plan
Core Benefits: Unlimited Local, STD & Roaming calls, 100 SMS per day, and Unlimited Data. Post daily quota usage data speed will be up to 64 Kbps.
Validity: 28 Days
Rewards: Unlimited 4G + 5G data, Unlimited 5G Data (over and above plan limit, usable in 5G network areas only), Adobe Express Premium (12 Months free benefit worth around Rs 4,000), SonyLIV + 18 OTTs as part of Airtel Xstream Play Subscription (28 days full access to 18+ OTTs such as Sony LIV, Lionsgate Play, Aha, Chaupal, SunNxt and more on Airtel Xstream Play Premium), Apple Music (Validity: 6 Month, stream over 100 million songs ad-free, once in lifetime free claim), Google One (Get 30 GB cloud storage till your pack validity), Airtel safe (Get real-time SPAM call alerts, fraud link blocking and protection from OTP-led bank frauds), and Free hellotunes for you (Set any one tune every 30 days for free).
Effective Per Day Pricing: Rs 16.04

3. Airtel Rs 1,099 Fully Unlimited Plan

Plan Type: Unlimited Data Plan
Core Benefits: Unlimited Local and STD Calls, 100 SMS per day, and Unlimited 4G+5G Data Unlimited (for all handsets without any daily data limits).
Validity: 84 Days
Rewards: Unlimited 4G + 5G data, Unlimited 5G Data (over and above plan limit, usable in 5G network areas only), Airtel safe (Get real-time SPAM call alerts, fraud link blocking and protection from OTP-led bank frauds), and Free hellotunes for you (Set any one tune every 30 days for free).
Effective Per Day Pricing: Rs 13.08

4. Airtel Rs 3,999 Fully Unlimited Plan

Plan Type: Unlimited Data Plan
Core Benefits: Unlimited Local and STD Calls, 100 SMS per day, and Unlimited Data (Unlimited 4G + 5G data for all handsets without any daily data limits).
Validity: 365 Days
Rewards: Unlimited 4G + 5G data, Unlimited 5G Data (over and above plan limit, usable in 5G network areas only), Airtel safe (Get real-time SPAM call alerts, fraud link blocking and protection from OTP-led bank frauds), and Free hellotunes for you (Set any one tune every 30 days for free).
Effective Per Day Pricing: Rs 10.96

Unlimited 4G and 5G Data

The unlimited 4G and 5G data can be used on all handsets without any daily data limits. However, usage beyond 300 GB within 30 days can be considered commercial usage.

Conclusion

With Unlimited 4G + 5G Data plans available across 28-day, 84-day, and 365-day validity options, Airtel appears to be offering unlimited data benefits across the country. This makes unlimited data available to both 4G and 5G users, irrespective of the handset they use. Furthermore, with this expansion, unlimited data benefits are now available to both Airtel prepaid and postpaid customers, as of the time of writing.

Do mention @TelecomTalk and let us know: Are you enjoying Airtel’s unlimited data offering? How has your experience been?

Reference 1: Airtel Postpaid Plans Now Offer Unlimited 4G and 5G Data Across India: March 2026 Edition

Reference 2: Airtel’s Rs 399 Plan Offers Unlimited Data: Here’s What You Get

Reference 3: Airtel Fully Unlimited Recharge Packs Are Here: What You Get in April 2026