Tech Desk: Get ready for POCO’s next flagships! The POCO F9 Pro and F9 Ultra are officially launching globally on September 1st, promising a powerful punch with the tipped Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. Notably, POCO is skipping a standard F9 model this cycle, focusing instead on these two high-end variants.

These new devices are largely expected to be global rebrands of China’s Redmi K100 Pro and K100 Pro Max. Intriguingly, both phones will feature “Sound by Bose” branding on their rear panels, suggesting a premium audio experience. This launch follows the F8 series, which, unfortunately for Indian consumers, never made it to the subcontinent, raising questions about the F9 series’ availability there.

Key specifications suggest a significant upgrade. The F9 Pro is rumored to pack a 6.59-inch QHD+ Plastic OLED display, while the F9 Ultra could boast a larger 6.85-inch panel. Camera setups are impressive, with the Pro featuring a 50MP main sensor and a 50MP 3x telephoto, and the Ultra adding a 50MP 5x telephoto. Battery capacities are also seeing a major boost, with the Pro getting a 6,330mAh unit and the Ultra a massive 8,050mAh, both supporting 100W wired charging.

While the POCO F9 Pro F9 Ultra launch brings exciting prospects for global markets, Indian buyers should temper expectations. POCO has been prioritizing its X-series in India, with no confirmation yet for the F9 series. Still, performance enthusiasts should keep an eye on the September 1st event for all the official details.