August 2025 has been a busy month for the smartphone market: Google updated its Pixel lineup, Honor introduced a foldable with a record-breaking battery, iQOO surprised with a powerful processor in the affordable segment, Infinix launched a gaming device, and Redmi brought its Note series closer to flagship level. The editorial team at 4PDA compiled a selection of the most interesting new releases worth paying attention to. Here’s a look at the key models and their features.

Google Pixel 10

Release date: already on sale
Price: from $799 (12 + 128 GB), $899 (12 + 256 GB)
Highlights: 120 Hz display, PixelSnap magnetic charging, telephoto with 5x zoom, IP68 protection, 7 years of updates, USB-C 3.2

The Pixel 10 comes with the new 3nm Tensor G5 chip from TSMC, delivering high performance and efficiency. It has a 6.3-inch OLED display (Full HD+, 120 Hz, up to 3000 nits), 12 GB RAM, and runs Android 16 with guaranteed updates until 2032. Its 4970 mAh battery supports 30W wired, 15W wireless, and PixelSnap magnetic charging (similar to MagSafe). Cameras: 48 MP main, 12 MP ultrawide, 10.5 MP telephoto (5x zoom), and 10.5 MP front. AI features like Camera Coach and Conversational Photo Editing make shooting and editing easier.

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL

Release date: already on sale
Price: from $1199 (16 + 256 GB), up to $1549 (16 + 1024 GB)
Highlights: LTPO display 1–120 Hz, 45W charging, 8K video support, IP68 protection, 7 years of updates, USB-C 3.2

The flagship of the lineup features a 6.8-inch LTPO display (QHD+, 1–120 Hz, up to 3300 nits) and the Tensor G5 chip optimized for AI. It comes with 16 GB RAM, UFS 4.0 storage (up to 1 TB), and a 5200 mAh battery (45W wired, 25W wireless). Cameras: 50 MP main, 48 MP ultrawide, 48 MP telephoto with 5x zoom, and a 42 MP front. Supports macro photography, AI zoom up to 100x, and 8K video.

Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold

Release date: already on sale
Price: from $1799 (16 + 256 GB), up to $2149 (16 + 1024 GB)
Highlights: foldable form factor, IP68 protection, telephoto with 5x zoom, 7 years of updates, USB-C 3.2

Google’s first foldable with IP68 protection. It features a 6.4-inch outer and an 8-inch inner OLED display (1–120 Hz, up to 3000 nits), the Tensor G5 chip, 16 GB RAM, and UFS 4.0 storage (up to 1 TB). The 5015 mAh battery supports 30W wired and 15W wireless charging. Cameras: 48 MP main, 10.5 MP ultrawide, 10.8 MP telephoto (5x zoom), and two 10 MP front cameras.

Honor Magic V Flip 2

Release date: already on sale (China only)
Price: from $767 (16 + 256 GB), up to $907 (16 + 1024 GB)
Highlights: foldable form factor, 200 MP camera, 5500 mAh battery, IP59 protection

A clamshell foldable with a record-setting 5500 mAh battery and a 200 MP camera. It has a 6.82-inch LTPO OLED display (up to 5000 nits) and a 4-inch outer screen. Powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, with 16 GB RAM and up to 1 TB storage. Cameras: 200 MP main, 50 MP ultrawide, 50 MP front. AI features include Super Zoom (up to 30x) and glare removal. Runs MagicOS 9.0.1 (Android 15).

iQOO Z10 Turbo+

Release date: already on sale
Price: from $320 (12 + 256 GB), up to $419 (16 + 512 GB)
Highlights: 144 Hz display, 8000 mAh battery, 90W charging, IP65 protection

A powerful device with the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ chip and a Q2 gaming processor. It has a 6.78-inch AMOLED display (1.5K, 144 Hz, up to 5500 nits), up to 16 GB RAM, and UFS 4.1 storage. The 8000 mAh battery (90W fast charging, reverse charging) comes in a slim 8.16 mm body. Cameras: 50 MP (Sony LYT-600, OIS), 8 MP ultrawide, and 16 MP front.

Infinix GT 30 5G+

Release date: already on sale
Price: from $223 (8 + 128 GB), $235 (8 + 256 GB)
Highlights: 144 Hz display, gaming triggers, LED lighting, IP64 protection

A gaming smartphone with cyberpunk design, LED lighting, and GT Shoulder Triggers. It comes with a 6.78-inch AMOLED display (1.5K, 144 Hz, up to 4500 nits) and MediaTek Dimensity 7400. Supports 90 fps gaming in titles like BGMI. Battery: 5500 mAh (45W wired, 10W reverse). Cameras: 64 MP (OIS), 8 MP ultrawide.

POCO M7 Plus

Release date: already on sale
Price: from $159 (6 + 128 GB), $171 (8 + 128 GB)
Highlights: 144 Hz display, 7000 mAh battery, microSD support, IP64 protection

A budget bestseller with a 6.9-inch IPS display (FHD+, 144 Hz) and Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chip. Offers 6/8 GB RAM, 128 GB storage (expandable via microSD). The 7000 mAh battery supports 33W fast charging and 18W reverse charging. Cameras: 50 MP main, 8 MP front. Runs Android 15 with two guaranteed OS updates.

Redmi Note 15 Pro+

Release date: already on sale
Price: from $265 (12 + 256 GB), up to $320 (16 + 512 GB)
Highlights: 7000 mAh battery, 90W charging, IP69K protection, satellite connectivity (China)

Bringing flagship features to the mid-range: a 6.83-inch OLED display (1.5K, 120 Hz, up to 3200 nits), Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chip, up to 16 GB RAM. The 7000 mAh battery supports 90W fast charging and 22.5W reverse charging. Cameras: 50 MP (Light Fusion 800, OIS), 50 MP telephoto (2.5x zoom), 8 MP ultrawide. IP66/IP68/IP69K protection and satellite communication support (China).

In short…

August 2025 has brought variety to the smartphone market: from premium Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro Fold with advanced AI features, to affordable POCO M7 Plus and Redmi Note 15 Pro+, which offer flagship-level capabilities at budget-friendly prices. Honor Magic V Flip 2 impresses with its battery and camera, while iQOO Z10 Turbo+ and Infinix GT 30 5G+ are built for power and gaming. Whether you want flagship performance, a foldable form factor, or budget efficiency — there’s something for everyone.