OnePlus 15 global launch confirmed with fresh color reveal

OnePlus has locked in the global debut of its next flagship, the OnePlus 15, confirming a worldwide rollout on October 16. The company also revealed its official launch color: a deep Celestial Black that blends matte textures with reflective accents for a striking finish.

While the design reveal draws attention, the hardware is expected to be just as ambitious. The OnePlus 15 is rumored to arrive with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset, faster LPDDR5X RAM, and UFS 4.0 storage, setting it up to compete directly with Samsung and Apple in the premium tier. Camera upgrades are also in focus, with reports pointing to a new periscope telephoto lens that could extend the brand’s imaging reach.

The global confirmation ends weeks of speculation after regional leaks hinted at staggered release dates. With the launch now official, OnePlus is signaling it wants the 15 to be not just another iteration but its boldest flagship play yet.

CMF by Nothing steps into premium audio with Headphone Pro launch

CMF by Nothing has expanded beyond earbuds with the launch of its first over-ear model, the CMF Headphone Pro, unveiled on September 30. The move signals the sub-brand’s push into premium audio while staying aligned with Nothing’s design-first philosophy.

The Headphone Pro features large drivers tuned for high-resolution playback, adaptive noise cancellation, and a lightweight build aimed at long listening sessions. Early images highlight CMF’s signature minimal aesthetic, blending clean lines with a matte finish. The headphones also integrate tightly with Nothing’s ecosystem, offering quick pairing and multi-device connectivity.

Pricing details are expected to target the mid-premium bracket, where brands like Sony and Bose dominate. By entering the segment, CMF is betting that design-conscious buyers will trade legacy audio brands for a fresher alternative.

The launch marks CMF’s most ambitious product yet, positioning the Nothing-backed label as more than a budget accessory brand and setting the stage for a broader hardware portfolio.

Ai+ brings real-time privacy controls to Indian smartphones

Ai+ Smartphone has rolled out the NxtPrivacy Dashboard, a first-of-its-kind feature in India that lets users see, in real time, how apps tap into sensitive permissions.

Delivered through a software update for Ai+ Pulse 4G and Nova 5G devices, the dashboard consolidates app activity across location, camera, microphone, contacts, and clipboard. Users can revoke or modify permissions instantly, or pause all trackers during situations like travel or public Wi-Fi use.

The feature runs on the company’s NxtQuantum OS, which powers Ai+ devices and emphasizes sovereignty and security. An AI-driven Privacy Score offers recommendations, while smart alerts flag unusual behavior, such as a microphone switching on during idle hours.

“Privacy is no longer a privilege. It is a fundamental right,” said Madhav Sheth, CEO of Ai+ Smartphone. With this update, the company positions itself at the forefront of India’s data protection push, giving users direct oversight of digital surveillance.