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Vivo S50 Pro Mini design and key specifications revealed, could launch as X300 FE in India

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Vivo S50 Pro Mini design and key specifications revealed, could launch as X300 FE in India

The Vivo S50 series is confirmed to launch in China next month with two models, the S50 and S50 Pro Mini. The Vivo S50 Pro Mini is confirmed to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset and will sport a triple rear camera setup.

Redmi 15C India launch date confirmed, to be sold via Amazon: Expected specifications, price

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Redmi 15C India launch date confirmed, to be sold via Amazon: Expected specifications, price

Redmi has revealed the launch date of its next budget smartphone, the Redmi 15C, and confirmed that the smartphone will go on sale via Amazon and Xiaomi’s India website. The phone has also been teased to feature a dual rear camera unit.

Xiaomi 17 Ultra tipped to get a triple rear camera setup with a 200MP telephoto lens

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Xiaomi 17 Ultra tipped to get a triple rear camera setup with a 200MP telephoto lens

A new report suggests that the upcoming Xiaomi 17 Ultra may drop the quad-camera setup from its predecessor and instead house a triple camera system. Moreover, the phone may include a high-resolution 200MP telephoto sensor.

Qualcomm launches Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset with flagship-grade performance

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Qualcomm launches Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset with flagship-grade performance

Qualcomm has introduced its latest premium chipset, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, expanding the company’s premium tier family and providing consumers with increased choice and flexibility. The chipset comes as the successor to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and is positioned below Qualcomm’s latest flagship SoC, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. The upcoming OnePlus 15R is also confirmed to launch as the first phone with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5.

Vivo X300 FE, OnePlus 15s tipped to launch in India soon: Expected specifications

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Vivo X300 FE, OnePlus 15s tipped to launch in India soon: Expected specifications

The next generation of compact flagship smartphones, the Vivo X300 FE and OnePlus 15s, could launch in India soon. The key specifications of these upcoming devices have surfaced online, hinting at the performance, camera, and battery details.

Fastrack Smart Cosmix smartwatch with AMOLED display, AI-generated watchfaces launched in India: Price, specs

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Fastrack Smart Cosmix smartwatch with AMOLED display, AI-generated watchfaces launched in India: Price, specs

Fastrack has introduced the Smart Cosmix smartwatch, which draws inspiration from spacefaring helmets and celestial exploration. Further, it comes with a 1.32-inch AMOLED round display, advanced health features, and built-in AI chat support.

Adobe integrates Google Gemini 3 Nano AI model to Firefly and Photoshop; here's how to access it

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Adobe integrates Google Gemini 3 Nano AI model to Firefly and Photoshop; here's how to access it

Adobe has added Google Gemini 3 Nano Banana Pro to Firefly and Photoshop, offering improved edits, cleaner text generation, and sharper images. The new AI model joins a growing line-up of partner models across image, video, and audio in Adobe's ecosystem

WhatsApp tests new group member tags to help identify members: Here’s how it works

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WhatsApp tests new group member tags to help identify members: Here’s how it works

WhatsApp is reportedly testing a new feature that allows users to add custom short, personalised labels next to group members for better recognition. This will enable members to add up to 30-character-long tags to help identify their roles within the group.

Huawei Enjoy 70x Premium Edition with Kirin 8000 SoC, 6,100 mAh battery launched: Price, specifications

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Huawei Enjoy 70x Premium Edition with Kirin 8000 SoC, 6,100 mAh battery launched: Price, specifications

Huawei has unveiled the Enjoy 70x Premium Edition in China with a new chipset and fresh colour options over the original model. Further, the phone houses a 6,100mAh battery and comes with a dual rear camera setup.

Xbox Partner Preview November 2025: Every big game announcement

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Xbox Partner Preview November 2025: Every big game announcement

Microsoft’s Xbox Partner Preview previewed sneak peeks at games like Armatus, Raji: Kaliyuga, 007 First Light, Vampire Crawlers, and more. It also included some exciting sequel reveals, new footage of already-announced titles, and other game trailers.

BGMI announces first-ever Triple Chicken Dinner event with 50,000 UC prize pool

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BGMI announces first-ever Triple Chicken Dinner event with 50,000 UC prize pool

BGMI has announced its inaugural ‘Triple Chicken Dinner, UC Winner’ giveaway challenge, allowing its 240 million-strong community to turn their skills into reward. This innovative competition invites players to secure three Chicken Dinners within a two-hour window, allowing them to gain valuable in-game currency.

Samsung introduces next-generation Bespoke AirDresser for smarter, hygienic clothes

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Samsung introduces next-generation Bespoke AirDresser for smarter, hygienic clothes

Samsung has announced its new smart clothing care solution, the Bespoke AirDresser, which offers a hygiene and cleaning solution for fabrics that require delicate handling. This appliance also helps in reducing wrinkles and removing lingering odours, making your garments feel like new.

Oppo Find X9 series is now on sale in India from November 21: Price, offers, availability

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Oppo Find X9 series is now on sale in India from November 21: Price, offers, availability

The Oppo Find X9 and Oppo Find X9 Pro, which were launched on November 18 in India, are now available for purchase. Both smartphones are powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 9500 chipset, Hasselblad-backed camera setups, and run on Android 16-based ColorOS 16.

YouTube aims to rival Instagram by reviving DMs on its platform

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YouTube aims to rival Instagram by reviving DMs on its platform

YouTube has started to test direct messaging in its interface, which will let you share videos directly with other users in a personal chat on the platform. The feature was initially turned down in 2019 to focus on public conversations through comments and community posts.

The EU Commission aims to reduce cookie pop-ups, which could change browsing

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The EU Commission aims to reduce cookie pop-ups, which could change browsing

The European Commission has announced new rules to stop repeated website cookie pop-ups on common websites by proposing changes to privacy rules that may make browsing a much better experience.

OpenAI introduces free ChatGPT version for teachers: How to get it, features, and more

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OpenAI introduces free ChatGPT version for teachers: How to get it, features, and more

OpenAI has unveiled a new version of ChatGPT tailored for educators to help teachers save time, plan lessons, and safely explore how AI can support learning. This tool, named ChatGPT for Teachers, is free for verified K-12 educators and school staff until 2027.

Esports Awards 2025: IShowSpeed crowned streamer of the year, S8UL wins in the best group category

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Esports Awards 2025: IShowSpeed crowned streamer of the year, S8UL wins in the best group category

The Esports Awards 2025, in its 10th anniversary, once again celebrated the players, teams and groups that made a big impact in competitive gaming this year. Popular YouTube streamer IShowSpeed clinched the Streamer of the Year award, while League of Legends won Esports Game of the Year.

Poco F8 series global launch date officially revealed, to be powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite chipsets

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Poco F8 series global launch date officially revealed, to be powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite chipsets

The Poco F8 lineup, which will likely include the F8 Pro and the F8 Ultra, now has an official global launch date. These handsets will debut as the successor to the Poco F7 series and are expected to be powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite processors and large batteries.

Oppo Reno 15 Pro, Reno 15 with MediaTek Dimensity 8450 processor, 200MP camera announced: Price, specs

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Oppo Reno 15 Pro, Reno 15 with MediaTek Dimensity 8450 processor, 200MP camera announced: Price, specs

Oppo has introduced the Reno 15 series in China with two new models, succeeding the Oppo Reno 14 series. Both smartphones in the lineup are powered by a MediaTek Dimensity chipset, coupled with up to 16GB of RAM, and a 200MP primary camera.

Oppo Reno 15 series India launch timeline and expected pricing revealed: All the details

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Oppo Reno 15 series India launch timeline and expected pricing revealed: All the details

The Oppo Reno 15 series is scheduled to launch in China on November 17, succeeding the Reno 14 lineup. Now, a new report has revealed that these smartphones could launch in India early next year with slightly different chipsets.

Apple Arcade gets five new games in December, including SpongeBob Patty Pursuit 2, Subway Surfers+

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Apple Arcade gets five new games in December, including SpongeBob Patty Pursuit 2, Subway Surfers+

Apple is adding several new titles and expanding existing ones across its Apple Arcade lineup on December 4. The highlight of this new list includes the return of SpongeBob SquarePants in SpongeBob: Patty Pursuit 2.

Oppo Reno 14F 5G Star Wars Dark Side edition set to launch on November 15 in Mexico

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Oppo Reno 14F 5G Star Wars Dark Side edition set to launch on November 15 in Mexico

The Reno 14F 5G Star Wars Edition comes in a black shade with a Darth Vader image on the rear panel. It will also come with a limited edition collector’s box and could have a slightly higher price than the vanilla Oppo Reno 14 F variant

Sony introduces 27-inch PlayStation gaming monitor with DualSense charging hook: Specs, availability

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Sony introduces 27-inch PlayStation gaming monitor with DualSense charging hook: Specs, availability

Sony has announced a 27-inch PlayStation gaming monitor featuring a built-in DualSense charging hook and a QHD IPS display that supports HDR and variable refresh rates of up to 240Hz. It will be available in the US and Japan this year.

Apple to reportedly debut under-display selfie camera with the iPhone 20 series

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Apple to reportedly debut under-display selfie camera with the iPhone 20 series

A new leak suggests that Apple will conceal the front-facing camera under the screen of its 2027 iPhone lineup, which would suggest that a 20th anniversary iPhone could be the first with an all-screen display, with no visible bezels and cutouts.

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