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iQOO 16 and iQOO Pad Ultra to debut in China at end of September; pre-orders live, 100x zoom and 1TB storage leaked

The iQOO 16 smartphone and iQOO Pad Ultra tablet are set to launch in China at the end of September, with pre-orders already available. The iQOO 16 will feature up to 100x digital zoom and storage options up to 1TB, while the Pad Ultra is designed for gaming enthusiasts.

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The iQOO 16 and iQOO Pad Ultra are set to launch in China at the end of September 2026, with pre-orders already live. The iQOO 16 will feature a redesigned rear camera module and support for up to 100x digital zoom, available in multiple configurations including 1TB storage options.12345678

The iQOO Pad Ultra, described by product manager Wang Kan as a gaming-focused tablet, will debut alongside the smartphone. It is expected to feature a next-generation flagship chipset and a built-in cooling system, although specific details remain undisclosed. The tablet may sport an 8.8-inch OLED display with a centered hole-punch camera and narrow bezels, and is rumored to include a 9000mAh-class battery.

Both devices are already available for pre-order in China, with the iQOO 16 offered in 12GB/256GB, 12GB/512GB, 16GB/512GB, and 16GB/1TB configurations. The Pad Ultra is expected to come in black and silver color options, catering to a variety of user preferences.

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“The iQOO 16 is tipped to offer up to 100x digital zoom in Light Chaser, Legend, and Track colorways, with storage options up to 16GB/1TB. The Pad Ultra is expected to feature an 8.8-inch OLED display, a 9000mAh-class battery, and a built-in cooling fan.”
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“The iQOO 16 launch has been officially teased, with the company also confirming that an iQOO Pad Ultra is also coming soon.”
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“In a post on , iQOO flagship-series product manager Wang Kan confirmed that the iQOO Pad Ultra will launch alongside the at the end of September 2026.”
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