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Redmi 15C 5G review: Gets the basics right

TECHNOLOGY

Redmi 15C 5G review: Gets the basics right

The Redmi 15C 5G is positioned as a value-for-money offering that focuses on providing reliability, future-ready connectivity, and long battery life. It tries to get the basics right for consumers who don’t want to spend a lot, and is best suited for those who consume a lot of content on their phone.

Samsung’s Exynos 2700 tipped to offer major upgrades in performance and efficiency

TECHNOLOGY

Samsung’s Exynos 2700 tipped to offer major upgrades in performance and efficiency

Samsung is reportedly developing a vastly improved Exynos 2700 chipset, which could power the company’s Galaxy S27 series in 2027. The chipset could solve the persistent thermal and efficiency issues that have historically plagued Samsung’s previous Exynos processors.

Redmi Turbo 5 Pro Max spotted on Geekbench with an unannounced MediaTek chipset

TECHNOLOGY

Redmi Turbo 5 Pro Max spotted on Geekbench with an unannounced MediaTek chipset

The Redmi Turbo 5 series is expected to be unveiled in China later this month. Ahead of the lineup’s official announcement, the purported flagship model from the series has appeared on Geekbench with a yet-to-be-announced MediaTek processor.

Infinix Note Edge launch date revealed, will be the first phone powered by MediaTek Dimensity 7100 SoC

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Infinix Note Edge launch date revealed, will be the first phone powered by MediaTek Dimensity 7100 SoC

The upcoming Infinix Note Edge is confirmed to be the first smartphone to feature the MediaTek Dimensity 7100 processor. It will also ship with Android 16-based XOS 16, and the phone will support 5G connectivity.

Tecno Spark Go 3 launch date announced, will go on sale via Amazon: Expected specs, design

TECHNOLOGY

Tecno Spark Go 3 launch date announced, will go on sale via Amazon: Expected specs, design

The Tecno Spark Go 3 will launch in India next week, with its dedicated microsite already going live. The device will succeed the Tecno Spark Go 2, which was launched in India in June 2025.

Itel Zeno 20 Max with Unisoc T7100 SoC, 5,000 mAh battery launched in India: Price, specs

TECHNOLOGY

Itel Zeno 20 Max with Unisoc T7100 SoC, 5,000 mAh battery launched in India: Price, specs

The Itel Zeno 20 Max has been launched in India, featuring a Unisoc chipset, a 13MP single rear camera, and a 5,000mAh battery. It is available via Amazon and comes in Space Titanium, Aurora Blue, and Starlit Black shades.

Google Play Store could soon let users try paid games for free before buying

TECHNOLOGY

Google Play Store could soon let users try paid games for free before buying

Google may be working on a new Play Store feature that will let users try out games before making a purchase. This feature lets users decide if a game is worth their money before buying, allowing developers to set the amount of time that users get with a trial

Oppo Pad 5 with 10,050 mAh battery, MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra SoC launched in India: Price, specs

TECHNOLOGY

Oppo Pad 5 with 10,050 mAh battery, MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra SoC launched in India: Price, specs

Oppo has introduced the Pad 5 in India, which is the latest tablet from the Chinese smartphone maker. It is backed by a 10,050mAh battery and is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra chipset.

Wi-Fi 8 unveiled at CES 2026: What is it and why should you skip a Wi-Fi 7 router upgrade for now

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Wi-Fi 8 unveiled at CES 2026: What is it and why should you skip a Wi-Fi 7 router upgrade for now

The first Wi-Fi 8 routers have been introduced at CES 2026, two years after Wi-Fi 7 debuted in 2024. This new wireless communication service is expected to provide fewer dropouts, smoother streaming, and improved speed, even if you are connected to multiple smart devices.

Gmail users advised to change these two settings to avoid emails being used for AI training

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Gmail users advised to change these two settings to avoid emails being used for AI training

Gmail users have been told to review privacy settings immediately within its interface to limit the exposure of personal email data to AI-powered features. A step-by-step guide instructs how to do it.

Motorola Razr Fold announced with an 8.1-inch 2K foldable display, triple cameras, and more

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Motorola Razr Fold announced with an 8.1-inch 2K foldable display, triple cameras, and more

Motorola has unveiled its first book-style foldable smartphone, dubbed the Razr Fold, sporting an 8.1-inch inner screen and a 6.6-inch cover display. However, the company has yet to reveal its pricing, chipset, or battery details.

Honor Power 2 with a large 10,080 mAh battery, Dimensity 8500 SoC announced: Price, specs

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Honor Power 2 with a large 10,080 mAh battery, Dimensity 8500 SoC announced: Price, specs

Honor Power 2 has been introduced in China, boasting a massive 10,080mAh battery with support for 80W wired fast charging. It is powered by the yet-to-be-unveiled MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Elite chipset paired with up to 12GB RAM and 512GB storage.

Asus reportedly halts phone launches for 2026, existing devices to receive after-sales support

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Asus reportedly halts phone launches for 2026, existing devices to receive after-sales support

Asus has reportedly decided that it will not be launching any new smartphones this year. However, the company will continue providing after-sales services, which include warranty coverages and promised software updates for its existing models.

Samsung introduces ‘Brain Health’ service to detect early signs of dementia

TECHNOLOGY

Samsung introduces ‘Brain Health’ service to detect early signs of dementia

Samsung has announced that it will utilise data collected by its wearables and smartphones to help identify early signs of dementia. This feature will initially launch in beta in select markets and is designed to help families detect early signs of dementia.

Sony PlayStation 6 launch may be delayed due to memory shortage and rising component costs  

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Sony PlayStation 6 launch may be delayed due to memory shortage and rising component costs  

Sony’s PlayStation 6 launch could be delayed beyond its expected fall 2027 release window owing to rising RAM and key component prices. This may have forced the company to rethink the pricing and release timeline of its next-generation console.

Redmi Turbo 5, Redmi Turbo 5 Pro expected to launch with MediaTek chipsets, charging details revealed

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Redmi Turbo 5, Redmi Turbo 5 Pro expected to launch with MediaTek chipsets, charging details revealed

The Redmi Turbo 5 series is expected to launch in China in the coming weeks. A tipster now suggests that the Turbo 5 will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 SoC, while the Turbo 5 Pro could come with the Dimensity 9500e chipset.

Vivo V70 spotted on IMDA certification database, launch seems imminent

TECHNOLOGY

Vivo V70 spotted on IMDA certification database, launch seems imminent

Vivo could release its next V-series smartphone soon, as the purported Vivo V70 has already appeared on multiple certification websites. The purported smartphone has also received approval from a telecom regulator in Singapore, signalling its imminent global release.

Oppo Find X9s tipped to launch in India soon with MediaTek Dimensity 9500+ SoC, 7,000 mAh battery

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Oppo Find X9s tipped to launch in India soon with MediaTek Dimensity 9500+ SoC, 7,000 mAh battery

Oppo is expected to expand its Find X9 lineup in India, with the introduction of the rumoured Find X9s. The specifications of this handset have surfaced online, with the phone tipped to launch in the coming months.

Vivo Y31d confirmed to launch soon with a large 7,200 mAh battery and IP69+ rating

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Vivo Y31d confirmed to launch soon with a large 7,200 mAh battery and IP69+ rating

Vivo has officially teased the launch of its upcoming Y-series smartphone, the Vivo Y31d, in Vietnam. The company has also revealed several key design and feature highlights, with the handset confirmed to run on OriginOS 6 based on Android 16 out of the box.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra tipped to come with major camera enhancements, with new lens coating

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra tipped to come with major camera enhancements, with new lens coating

Samsung Galaxy S26 series, the company’s next flagship lineup, is expected to launch in India and other global markets in the coming weeks. Now, new details have emerged about the Ultra model's camera improvements, particularly in challenging lighting conditions.

Poco M8 5G India launch teased, back design also revealed: Expected specifications

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Poco M8 5G India launch teased, back design also revealed: Expected specifications

Poco M8 5G is confirmed to launch in India soon, with a dedicated microsite on Flipkart teasing its back design. The company has also revealed the thickness and weight of the handset, claiming that it will be the slimmest and thinnest phone in its price range.

Oppo Reno 15C tipped to launch as the fourth model in the Reno 15 lineup, expected price range revealed

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Oppo Reno 15C tipped to launch as the fourth model in the Reno 15 lineup, expected price range revealed

Oppo is scheduled to launch its Reno 15 series in India next month, after the company teased the lineup recently. A tipster has now claimed that the company could expand this series with the possible addition of a fourth model, the Reno 15C.

Samsung could reuse BOE displays for its Galaxy phones and Smart TVs: Report

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Samsung could reuse BOE displays for its Galaxy phones and Smart TVs: Report

Samsung is reportedly planning to buy display panels from Chinese manufacturer BOE once again, following an intense legal battle and a year-long dispute between the two companies. The move could lower costs for Samsung and expand BOE’s global reach.

Realme Neo 8 with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 certified ahead of January launch, key specifications revealed

BUSINESS

Realme Neo 8 with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 certified ahead of January launch, key specifications revealed

Realme Neo 8 is expected to launch in China next month, succeeding the Realme Neo 7, which was launched earlier this year. The phone is tipped to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset and could be backed by an 8,000mAh battery.

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