India, Oct. 3 -- The iQOO 16 appeared to be heading away from the Indian market after rising component costs cast doubt on its launch. Now, a fresh tip has reopened those possibilities. The flagship smartphone, which recently debuted in China, is reportedly being tested in India, suggesting that iQOO may still be evaluating a local release.

However, the biggest question may not be whether the phone can reach India, but how much it could cost if it does.

Tipster Yogesh Brar has claimed that the iQOO 16 is currently being tested in India. The company has not confirmed the testing or announced an Indian launch, so the information remains unofficial.

The latest development comes after an earlier report suggested that iQOO could skip the In...