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The Global Mobile Awards - known across the industry as the GLOMO Awards - take place every year in Barcelona alongside the World Mobile Congress (WMC). The ceremony celebrates the most innovative products, breakthrough technologies and standout achievements shaping the future of mobile tech. And this year was a big one, marking the 30th anniversary of the awards.
The quick verdict
The headline phone winners at the GLOMO Awards 2025 were the Google Pixel 9 Pro, named Best Smartphone, and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, which took Best in Show. Huawei, China Mobile, Qualcomm and others picked up awards for network technology, AI and climate innovation at a ceremony marking the awards' 30th anniversary.
GLOMO Awards 2025 at a glance
| Award | Winner |
|---|---|
| Best Smartphone | Google Pixel 9 Pro |
| Best in Show | Xiaomi 15 Ultra |
| Best AI Innovation | Qualcomm |
| Outstanding Mobile Technology | China Mobile & Huawei, Telecom Foundation Model |
| Best Mobile Technology Breakthrough | Huawei, GigaGear for 5G SA Solution |
| Best Mobile Innovation for Climate Action | Silvanet, Ultra-Early Wildfire Detection System |
Here’s a look at the major winners from the 2025 event.
For more Apple insight, you may enjoy our iPhone 16e Review.
Who Won at the GLOMO Awards 2025?
- Outstanding Mobile Technology Award: China Mobile & Huawei - Telecom Foundation Model
- Best Mobile Technology Breakthrough: Huawei - GigaGear for 5G SA Solution
- Best Mobile Innovation for Digital Life: Rakuten - NEO
- Best Mobile Innovation for Cities: China Unicom - Yunhuan Connected Drone Technology
- Best AI Innovation: Qualcomm
- Best Smartphone: Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Best in Show: Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Best Mobile Innovation for Climate Action: Silvanet - Ultra-Early Wildfire Detection System
If Samsung’s future handset lineup interests you, take a look at our Samsung Galaxy S25 Review.
We’ll continue covering the announcements from WMC 2025 - including smartphone launches, tech demos and major AI advancements - so keep an eye on our latest updates.
Frequently asked questions
Which phone won Best Smartphone at the GLOMO Awards 2025?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro won Best Smartphone at the 2025 Global Mobile Awards, held in Barcelona.
What won Best in Show at the GLOMO Awards 2025?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra won Best in Show at the GLOMO Awards 2025, the 30th anniversary edition of the awards.
What are the GLOMO Awards?
The Global Mobile Awards, known as the GLOMO Awards, take place every year in Barcelona alongside the World Mobile Congress. They celebrate the most innovative products, breakthrough technologies and standout achievements in mobile tech.
Who won Best AI Innovation at the GLOMO Awards 2025?
Qualcomm won Best AI Innovation at the GLOMO Awards 2025.
Which award did Rakuten win in 2025?
Rakuten won Best Mobile Innovation for Digital Life at the GLOMO Awards 2025 for NEO, while China Unicom took Best Mobile Innovation for Cities for its Yunhuan Connected Drone Technology.
