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Some phone features look brilliant at first glance but fall apart in real use. Here are five smartphone “innovations” that never lived up to their promise.

Xiaomi reveals which phones won’t get Android 16 — these models will end their update journey with HyperOS 3 based on Android 15.

Apple’s first foldable iPhone is now expected in 2027 as engineers refine the hinge and display for durability and performance.

OxygenOS 16 introduces a Liquid Glass UI, advanced AI tools and cross-device sync that even connects with Apple Watch. It will be available starting November 2025.

Xiaomi confirms the REDMI K90 Pro Max launch this October, featuring Snapdragon 8 Elite, 2K AMOLED display, and 120 W charging.

Xiaomi’s new phone clears MIIT certification in China and seems to be closer than expected. Reports suggest it’s the Redmi Turbo 5 with a Dimensity 8500 chip.

The POCO M8 Pro 5G, a global variant of the Redmi Note 15 Pro+, appears in GSMA records with Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 and 7000mAh battery.

POCO F8 Pro appears in the GSMA database with model numbers for global and Chinese markets, signaling an international launch soon.

Xiaomi skips the 16 series and jumps to 17, aiming to compete directly with Apple’s iPhone in the premium smartphone market.

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