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Phones under Rs 25000 for photography lovers
Picking the best camera phone is often a tough challenge with so many options to choose from. Thankfully, in late 2025, if you want your memories to be captured with the right colours and the right amount of detail, you have some really good smartphones, especially under the budget category of less than Rs 25,000. Let us take a look at these devices.
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YouTube updates its video player with a fresh look: Here’s what’s new
YouTube is getting a major makeover with an enhanced video player that now features updated controls and new icons, providing an enhanced visual appeal. This revamped player will be visible across the web, mobile app, and TV platforms starting October 13.
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5 Diwali decoration smart lights under Rs 999
Diwali is just around the corner, and many people have now begun searching for decorative lights to illuminate their homes. Thanks to the ongoing Diwali sales, you can purchase good smart lights on popular e-commerce websites, especially those under Rs 1,000, which blend function with convenience.
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Top 5 Google Play board games to play with friends and family
Digital board games offer simple and streamlined gameplay, which is quite different from other, more complex or fiddly titles. They also make online multiplayer a tantalising possibility as you can enjoy these games with friends and family. Moreover, you can play all of these board games from the comfort of your smartphone or tablet.
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Philips introduces three new audio products in India ahead of the festive season: Price and specs
TPV has unveiled three new Philips audio products in India, which include the Philips TAT1269 TWS (true wireless stereo) earbuds, Philips Bluetooth Speaker TAS3400, and Philips Party Speaker TAX4910. These products expand the brands’ 2025 lineup of audio products in the country and are available through leading offline and online retailers, including Amazon and Flipkart.
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iOS 26 is here: Top 5 hidden features you might be missing out on
Apple has finally released iOS 26 for iPhone 11 and later devices, with Liquid Glass design, which aims to provide transparent menus and fluid animations that adapt to the on-screen activities. However, there are some unnoticed key features that provide quality-of-life upgrades to a user. We have now highlighted some of these hidden features to improve your experience with iOS 26.
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IBM and BharatGen collaborate to accelerate AI adoption in India with Indic LLMs
IBM and BharatGen have announced a strategic partnership to advance AI adoption in India by developing sovereign multimodal AI models tailored to the country’s linguistic and cultural landscape. This partnership aims to serve both national and commercial needs across agriculture, finance, healthcare, national security, and education.
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Adobe study reveals exponential increase in content demand, 96% marketers now using generative AI
Adobe has released a new research report this week, which has highlighted that 84% of Indian marketers expect content needs to grow more than fivefold by 2027. The report also reveals that social media and short-form video have emerged as the fastest-growing content formats, with marketers eager to tap into these formats to drive engagement and loyalty.
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HMD Vibe 5G with 50MP camera, 5,000 mAh battery, launched in India alongside two 4G feature phones
HMD has launched the Vibe 5G smartphone in India, alongside two entry-level 4G feature phones - the HMD 101 and 102. These launches aim to cater to a broad range of consumer needs, and all these devices are priced under Rs 10,000.
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Itel Super 26 Ultra with 6,000 mAh battery, curved AMOLED display announced: Price, specifications
Itel has introduced its latest smartphone, the Super 26 Ultra, in select global markets this week. It comes in four colour options
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Samsung Galaxy S25 FE vs Galaxy S24 FE: What’s new and is it worth upgrading?
After months of leaks and speculations, Samsung has finally introduced its next-generation Fan Edition smartphone, the Galaxy S25 FE. Like its predecessors, the S25 FE aims to walk the line between flagship and midrange, offering potent hardware and software without the ultra-premium price of the Galaxy S25 series.
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OpenAI brings ChatGPT Projects to free users with file uploads and customisation
OpenAI has rolled out ChatGPT Projects to free users, expanding a feature that was previously exclusive to paid subscribers. Projects allow users to organise chats, upload files, and add customisation options within ChatGPT, making it easier to manage work around specific subjects
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Dolby introduces Dolby Vision 2 powered by AI: Here are all the new features
Dolby has officially unveiled the next version of Dolby Vision, named Dolby Vision 2, which includes Content Intelligence to optimise the content according to user needs. Moreover, this latest iteration of the Dolby Vision standard will allow modern TVs to produce brighter, sharper, and more colourful scenes.
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Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold vs Vivo X Fold 5: How these two flagship foldables compare
Google unveiled its flagship Pixel 10 series this week, with the limelight once again falling on the top-of-the-line smartphone from the series, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, which is the latest foldable in the Indian smartphone market. Here we now compare it against the Vivo X Fold 5, to see which is the better flagship foldable handset.
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Vivo V60 5G goes on sale in India: Price, features and more
The Vivo V60 5G smartphone was launched on August 20 and is now available for purchase in India. It is backed by a 6,500 mAh battery with 90W fast charging support and comes with a 50MP triple camera setup alongside a 50MP front camera, with both supporting 4K video recording.
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5 best phones with 7,000 mAh battery under Rs 30,000
For years, most Android smartphone manufacturers have been offering faster charging speeds with 33W, 67W, and even 120W, which serves the purpose, but still requires you to be cautious regarding overall battery health and longevity.
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Google Pixel Watch 4 set to launch on August 20: Expected features and charging system
The Google Pixel Watch will be launched alongside the upcoming Pixel 10 series on August 20. It will reportedly feature Google’s Actua 360 display and will offer over 40 exercise modes, appealing to fitness-focused buyers.
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Samsung Galaxy A07 full design and colour options revealed: 4 key things to know
Samsung is set to launch the Galaxy A07 soon, which will be the company’s latest budget smartphone. An X tipster has now revealed all the specifications, official poster, and renders of the smartphone.
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Nothing adds new tools within its Essential Space feature: Here’s all you need to know
Nothing's AI-powered hub, which is called the Essential Space, has been updated with two new sharing-related improvements. These new features bring advanced sharing options and quality-of-life enhancements for users of the company’s Nothing Phone 3 series.
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Oppo K13 Turbo series India launch date confirmed: Expected features, price
The Oppo K13 Turbo series, which comprises the Oppo K13 Turbo and Oppo K13 Turbo Pro, is now confirmed to launch in India next week. Both smartphones will come with built-in centrifugal fans and are teased to be available under Rs 40,000.
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Poco teases arrival of a new smartphone: 4 key things to know
Poco is gearing up to release a new smartphone in India, as the brand has hinted at a launch of a new device on its official website and Flipkart. A report suggests that the purported handset could be the Poco M7 Plus, revealing its specifications and expected price range.
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Sony PlayStation 6 to offer major performance improvements, could cost similar to PS5
A new leak from a YouTube video suggests that Sony may offer 3x PS5 performance with AI features and better efficiency in its upcoming PlayStation 6 (PS6). Further, the company may not raise the $499 launch price of its predecessor.
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Samsung’s first tri-fold smartphone confirmed to launch this year along with Galaxy S25 FE
Samsung has announced that its upcoming Fan Edition (FE) smartphone will be launched earlier than expected. The brand has also revealed the release timeline of its long-awaited triple fold smartphone and Project Moohan extended reality (XR) headset.
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Skechers has a new shoes for kids that can hide Apple AirTag inside
Skechers has introduced its new Find My Skechers collection for kids, which features a hidden compartment for Apple AirTags. This makes it look like any other shoes from the brand, providing a discreet way for parents to keep tabs on their kids.
