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Nothing Phone (2a) – first impressions review

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Nothing Phone (2a) – first impressions review

The Nothing Phone (2a) is one of our favourite new phones under Rs 25,000 with a standout design and user experience as well as solid battery life.

The new Google messages update makes messaging more engaging on Android

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The new Google messages update makes messaging more engaging on Android

The latest update allows Google Messages users to react to text messages with 10 different animated emojis. These emojis comes with an animation to match.

Home cinema projector from BenQ: BenQ W5800 costs Rs 6.5 lakh

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Home cinema projector from BenQ: BenQ W5800 costs Rs 6.5 lakh

If you have the room and the budget, BenQ's Rs 6.5 lakh home projector - W5800 - offers 180-inch projections. The W5800 is also compatible with external anamorphic lens for cinemascope (2.35:1) widescreen experience.

Google Pixel Buds Pro drop below Rs 10,000

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Google Pixel Buds Pro drop below Rs 10,000

The Google Pixel Buds Pro TWS Bluetooth earbuds launched two years ago at Rs 19,999. They now cost Rs 9,999 on Flipkart - and are a good buy at this price in 2024.

JBL Clip 4 Eco Bluetooth speaker: India price, features

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JBL Clip 4 Eco Bluetooth speaker: India price, features

JBL Clip 4 Eco Bluetooth speaker costs Rs 4,599 in India. Features of the portable speaker include JBL Original Pro sound and a 1050mAh batter that plays for about 10 hours on a 3-hour charge.

Ultra-thin laptops | New ASUS Zenbook weighs a kilo, has 180-degree lay-flat hinge

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Ultra-thin laptops | New ASUS Zenbook weighs a kilo, has 180-degree lay-flat hinge

2024 Asus Zenbook S13 OLED notebook has an all-metal chassis, a 13.3-inch display with Dolby Vision, an Intel Core up to Ultra 7 Processor-155U, and a 63Wh battery for 14 hours on full charge. India prices start at Rs 1,29,990.

The OnePlus Watch 2 goes on sale: 5 wellness features that add to its appeal

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The OnePlus Watch 2 goes on sale: 5 wellness features that add to its appeal

The One Plus Watch 2 comes in Black Steel and Radiant Steel and starts at Rs 24,999. There’s an instant discount of Rs 2,000 on select credit cards.

Urban launches the Urban Harmonic 2240 Soundbar

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Urban launches the Urban Harmonic 2240 Soundbar

The Urban Harmonic 2240 is available in Black and costs Rs 12,999. Urban has also launched the Urban Harmonic 1120 with a powerful subwoofer and deep bass with dedicated EQ Modes at Rs 9,999.

POCO X6 Neo first impressions review: 5 cool features to check out

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POCO X6 Neo first impressions review: 5 cool features to check out

The POCO X6 Neo costs Rs 14,999 for the 8GB/128GB option and Rs 16,999 for the 12GB/256GB variant.

OnePlus Nord CE4 all set for April 1 launch in India

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OnePlus Nord CE4 all set for April 1 launch in India

The OnePlus Nord CE4 is expected to land in the sub Rs 25,000 segment.

Lava Blaze Curve 5G goes on sale at Rs 17,999

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Lava Blaze Curve 5G goes on sale at Rs 17,999

Positioned as an Indian smartphone brand, Lava is hoping to disrupt the mid-range segment with a device that comes in two variants.

Google Pixel Watch 3: What we already know

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Google Pixel Watch 3: What we already know

We are about seven months away from the launch of the Google Pixel Watch 3.

POCO X6 Neo will go on sale from March 13: What we know

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POCO X6 Neo will go on sale from March 13: What we know

Earlier rumours suggested the X6 Neo could be a rebadged version of the Redmi Note 13R Pro and a few leaks suggest the device might land in the Rs 15,000-20,000 price segment in India.

The Xiaomi 14 and the Xiaomi 14 Ultra unveiled in India

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The Xiaomi 14 and the Xiaomi 14 Ultra unveiled in India

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra (16GB/512GB) costs Rs 99,999 while the Xiaomi 14 (12GB + 512 GB) variant will be available at a Net Effective Price of Rs 59,999.

Infinix Smart 8 Plus goes on sale

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Infinix Smart 8 Plus goes on sale

The Infinix Smart 8 Plus is all set to shake up the budget segment with its 50MP cam and 90Hz display.

Google Pixel 8a set for a price increase?

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Google Pixel 8a set for a price increase?

New leaks suggest that Google Pixel 8a will get a bumped-up storage and is set for a price revision.

Vivo V30 First Impressions review: 5 cool features you must check out

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Vivo V30 First Impressions review: 5 cool features you must check out

The Vivo V30 is a solid proposition at its asking price in the sub Rs 40,000 segment and stands out with its design language and camera performance.

CMF Buds from Nothing go on sale at Rs 2,299

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CMF Buds from Nothing go on sale at Rs 2,299

The CMF Buds stand out with their cutting edge design and a raft of features that deliver bang for your buck and are available for an introductory price of Rs 2,299.

POCO M6 5G goes on sale from March 10, 2024

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POCO M6 5G goes on sale from March 10, 2024

The phone has crossed the 4,28,000 mark in its AnTuTu benchmark scores.

Nothing Phone 2a global launch in India, Android 14 phone has Nothing OS 2.5 & glyph interface

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Nothing Phone 2a global launch in India, Android 14 phone has Nothing OS 2.5 & glyph interface

Nothing Phone 2a India launch price: Nothing Phone 2a costs Rs 23,999 for the 8GB/128 version, Rs 25,999 for the 8GB/256GB option, while the top-of-the-line version (12GB/256GB) costs Rs 27,999.

BenQ X300G Smart-LED projector for gamers, streaming: India launch, price, features

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BenQ X300G Smart-LED projector for gamers, streaming: India launch, price, features

BenQ is making a play for serious gamers with its newest Smart-LED projector, the X300G. One of the highlights of this projector is its low input lag, coupled with 4K HDR visuals and a portable design that makes it easy to move the gaming action around.

Boult AI-powered TWS Bluetooth earbuds: Boult Z40 Ultra launches in India

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Boult AI-powered TWS Bluetooth earbuds: Boult Z40 Ultra launches in India

TWS Bluetooth earbuds under Rs 2,000 | Boult claims that the Boult Z40 Ultra earbuds have AI technology such as the company’s Sonic Core Dynamics intelligent voice processing for efficient power usage and superior noise cancellation, and Prism Voice PLC for lag-free conversations, immersive gaming communication, and enhanced call quality.

Apple 13-inch, 15-inch MacBook Air with M3 chip: AI capabilities, support for 1 billion colours

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Apple 13-inch, 15-inch MacBook Air with M3 chip: AI capabilities, support for 1 billion colours

Apple MacBook Air with M3 chip India price: The 13-inch MacBook Air with M3 starts at INR 1,14,900 and the 15-inch MacBook Air with M3 starts at INR 1,34,900.

iQOO Z9 to launch on March 12: Features, tentative India price leaked

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iQOO Z9 to launch on March 12: Features, tentative India price leaked

iQOO Z9: Set to launch on March 12, the smartphone will likely land in the Rs 20K - 25K price range and boast a 50MP Sony IMX882 camera with OIS capability for blur free photos.

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