Weekly Tech Roundup: Sharp’s New Flagship, Huge Batteries, and iPhone Rumors

Welcome to this week’s tech recap! It has been a busy few days with everything from photography-focused gimbals to smartphones packing batteries that seem to go on forever. Let’s dive into the biggest stories from the past week.

The Sharp Aquos R11 Debuts

Sharp has officially pulled the curtain back on the Aquos R11. The standout feature is definitely the new 38.5MP telephoto lens, which delivers 2.8x optical zoom for those close-up shots. Under the hood, it’s powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset and sports a buttery-smooth 6.5-inch, 240Hz OLED display. While it’s launching in Japan next month, there’s no word yet on whether this powerhouse will reach global markets.

The Battery Revolution: Redmi and Honor

If you’re tired of mid-day charging, this week’s news is for you. Xiaomi has introduced the Redmi Turbo 5 to the Indian market, and it comes with an eye-watering 7,540mAh battery. Priced at INR 35,999 ($420), it also features a 120Hz AMOLED screen and 100W fast charging. Not to be outdone, Honor has teased the upcoming X80 Pro Max, which is set to arrive on June 22 with an absolutely massive 11,000mAh battery—a capacity we rarely see in modern handsets.

Mobile Photography & Industry Moves

For the content creators, DJI has launched the Osmo Pocket 4P. It’s their first handheld gimbal to feature a dual-camera setup, pairing a 1-inch main sensor with a 60mm telephoto lens. It’s capable of capturing 4K video at 240fps, which is a serious upgrade for anyone serious about mobile cinematography.

On the budget-friendly side, OnePlus is shaking things up with its new N Series. The first model, the OnePlus N6, is aimed at first-time users and is scheduled for an Indian launch on June 30. It’s clearly positioned to dominate the sub-INR 25,000 segment.

Apple’s Balancing Act

Rumors regarding the iPhone 18 are heating up. The latest word is that the base model will jump to 12GB of RAM, likely to support more robust on-device AI capabilities. However, it’s not all smooth sailing for Cupertino; reports suggest that the long-awaited iPhone Ultra/foldable project might be delayed until 2027 due to supply chain complications.

Finally, we’ve wrapped up our hands-on review of the Tecno Spark 50 Pro, and if you’re looking for a sleek device with solid performance, it’s worth a look. Meanwhile, the stable version of Android 17 has officially begun rolling out to Pixel devices, starting with the Pixel 6 and newer models.