The POVA 8 Pro 5G was unveiled not too long ago. This time, TECNO is giving it a different kind of makeover.

Lambo-inspired

TECNO officially launches the all-new POVA 8 Pro 5G Tonino Lamborghini Limited Edition as a consumer-ready smartphone.

ICYMI, this collaboration was first teased and introduced at MWC 2026 last March as a multi-year partnership between the two brands.

This limited edition model uses a black-and-red color scheme inspired by Tonino Lamborghini. The rear panel has an incorporated hexagonal pattern and uses a dual-layer construction with internal mirror structures that reflect light as the phone moves.

At the center is what TECNO calls the Pulse Line that’s surrounded by a Signature Shield pattern. A metallic Tonino Lamborghini logo completes the design.

The Lamborghini treatment also extends to the software.

The phone gets a customized black-and-red interface, redesigned icons, a dedicated boot animation, as well as a bespoke ringtone. There’s even a customized “L” signature for the Alive Matrix Display.

Despite the redesign, it remains recognizable as a POVA device, including its trinity camera module and side-mounted One-Tap Button for launching any specific apps, gaming actions, and shortcuts.

Undoubtedly POVA

Just like the regular TECNO POVA 8 Pro 5G model, the Limited Edition Tonino Lamborghini also rocks a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate 5G SoC paired with TECNO’s own P1 Graphic Chip.

The latter handles some of the GPU workload — with TECNO claiming up to 144fps in supported games such as MLBB (Mobile Legends: Bang Bang), PUBG, CoDM (Call of Duty: Mobile), and HOK (Honor of Kings).

For heavier games like Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail, and Wuthering Waves, TECNO says the phone can reach up a frame rate of 90fps.

Speaking of, the display is neither a slouch.

It features a 6.78-inch HyperLux 144Hz AMOLED display with DCI-P3 wide color gamut and up to 4500 nits of peak brightness.

The phone also supports 1.5K resolution across more than 30 games, with HDR available where supported.

It’s truly gaming-friendly with its 240Hz touch sampling rate and instantaneous touch sampling of up to 2800Hz.

TECNO has even added Wet & Oily Finger Touch Recognition 2.0. This is designed to keep the screen responsive even when your fingers are wet, sweaty, or oily.

That front display is protected by the Corning Gorilla Glass 7i backed by quadruple IP69/69K/68/66 ratings plus an SGS 5-Star Drop Resistance certification.

Keeping all that hardware from getting too hot is a 5,000mm² vapor chamber and nine-layer thermal architecture. The brand says the entire cooling system provides more than 22,000mm² of heat dissipation area.

For photo shooting, the main camera uses Sony’s 1/1.56-inch LYTIA 700C (LYT-700C) sensor with OIS. This particular sensor was chosen for better light capture and autofocus performance, particularly in difficult lighting conditions.

The camera setup also supports 2× lossless zoom and a dedicated 50MP mode. An 8MP ultra-wide and 13MP selfie camera complete the setup.

With a slim form factor of just 7.39mm, this phone was still able to pack a 6500mAh battery. They say the battery can operate normally between -20°C and 60°C and retain more than 80 percent of its capacity after 2000 full charge cycles.

More than just hardware

The POVA 8 Pro Tonino Lamborghini Edition runs the latest HiOS 16 based on Android 16 with AI features baked in such as

• AI YouTube Summary
• All-Scenario Noise Cancellation
• AI Lightmaster 2.0
• AI Writing
• AI Theme Generator

In select markets, TECNO is also offering AI Health. This can estimate metrics like blood pressure, blood oxygen, heart rate, and respiration just with a face scan. Though it’s worth noting that this feature is only for reference and isn’t a medical device.

Lastly, TECNO promises two major Android OS upgrades as well as three years worth of security updates.

Pricing and Availability

The POVA 8 Pro 5G Tonino Lamborghini Limited Edition only comes in this lone exclusive colorway.

TECNO didn’t announce specific pricing as of writing although it will be available in three configurations:

• 8+256GB
• 12+256GB
• 12+512GB

When you purchase this device though, it comes with three years of free 256GB cloud storage. Select markets also get a three-month Google AI Plus trial with 2TB of cloud storage.

TP-Link has unveiled what it calls the world’s first complete Wi-Fi 8 lineup at IFA 2026. The lineup is led by the Archer 8 Ultra router and Deco 8 Ultra mesh Wi-Fi system.

Both devices use TP-Link’s new Wi-Fi 8 StabilityEngine, which aims to improve coverage, manage congestion, and reduce interference for more consistent connectivity.

The company will reveal the full details of its Wi-Fi 8 lineup during a global online launch event on September 30, 2026. Pre-orders for the Archer 8 Ultra will also begin in select regions on the same date.

Built for more reliable connections

Wi-Fi 8 is designed to address more than raw speed. The upcoming IEEE 802.11bn standard also targets common connectivity issues such as weak coverage, network congestion, and interference.

TP-Link’s StabilityEngine brings several technologies together to address these issues. Enhanced Long Range (ELR) and Distributed Resource Units (DRU) are designed to extend coverage and improve uplink performance for distant, low-power devices.

Non-Primary Channel Access (NPCA) helps keep networks responsive as more devices connect. Unequal Modulation (UEQM) and new Modulation and Coding Schemes (MCS) are designed to maintain consistent throughput in areas with interference.

TP-Link says the lineup will combine Wi-Fi 8 chipsets from Broadcom, Qualcomm, and MediaTek with its hardware and software engineering.

Meet the first Wi-Fi 8 devices

The Archer 8 Ultra BN19000, also referred to as the Archer BN800, is a tri-band Wi-Fi 8 router. It offers up to 19Gbps of combined wireless speeds and 10Gbps wired connectivity.

The router also features 18 internal high-performance antennas designed to provide consistent coverage throughout the home.

Meanwhile, the Deco 8 Ultra BN22000, or Deco BN85, is a tri-band Wi-Fi 8 mesh system. It offers up to 22Gbps of combined wireless speeds and 10Gbps wired connectivity.

A three-pack can cover up to 9,800 square feet and support more than 200 connected devices.

Designed to stay in the open

TP-Link also focused on the appearance of its new Wi-Fi 8 hardware. The company says traditional routers often get hidden away, which can limit where users place them and, in turn, their performance.

The Archer 8 Ultra uses a minimalist, architectural design with a dual-tone grille and micropatterns. A soft emissive glow replaces traditional indicator LEDs for device status.

The Deco 8 Ultra retains the familiar Deco shape but uses organic edges and a compact footprint. Its matte body blends into its surroundings, while a glossy top provides a contrasting finish.

“We stopped building a piece of networking equipment and started designing for the home,” said Gary Chang, who leads industrial design at TP-Link’s Irvine headquarters.

Wi-Fi 8 availability

The Archer 8 Ultra will be available for pre-order in select regions starting September 30, 2026. TP-Link says availability will vary by region.

The company also plans to expand the lineup with additional Wi-Fi 8 products:

• Deco 8: Wi-Fi 8 mesh system, planned for Q1 2027
• Roam 8: Wi-Fi 8 travel router, planned for Q2 2027
• Wi-Fi 8 range extenders and adapters: planned for Q2 2027

TP-Link notes that planned products, specifications, and availability windows may change.

The company will showcase the Archer 8 Ultra and Deco 8 Ultra at IFA 2026 in Hall 7.2C, Stand 101.

TP-Link will reveal the full details of both devices during its global online launch event on September 30. Consumers can also sign up for launch and availability updates through the company’s Wi-Fi 8 page.