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Portronics Hydra 10 Mechanical wireless Gaming Keyboard review: A reliable choice

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Portronics Hydra 10 Mechanical wireless Gaming Keyboard review: A reliable choice

Mechanical keyboards are no longer limited to desktop setups; compact and wireless options are gaining traction among gamers and professionals who need performance on the move. The Portronics Hydra 10 is one such option, combining a 68-key layout with tri-mode connectivity, RGB lighting, and a 1000 mAh battery. Available in Red, Blue, and Brown switch variants, it aims to deliver a balance of portability, versatility, and mechanical precision at a budget-friendly price. I have been testing this keyboard for almost over a month now for gaming, typing and even typing this review and here’s how I feel about it.

OTEK Galaxy Smart Projector review: A decent choice

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OTEK Galaxy Smart Projector review: A decent choice

Projectors have steadily moved from being niche office equipment to becoming a viable alternative to televisions at home. With the right balance of display quality, connectivity, and smart features, they can turn a living room into a theatre or make presentations more engaging in classrooms and offices. The OTEK Galaxy Smart Projector is positioned exactly in this space — a product that promises large-screen entertainment with the convenience of built-in apps and modern wireless standards, all while keeping the setup simple. Priced at Rs 15,990, it enters a competitive segment where users expect both performance and practicality. Over the past few weeks, I’ve explored how it holds up in real-world use, and the experience comes down to eight key aspects that define its strengths and limitations.

Sony WF-C710N review: Hits the right notes

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Sony WF-C710N review: Hits the right notes

Sony WF-C710N is the company's mid-range TWS earbuds offering that not only tried to hit a sweet spot when it comes to pricing – Rs 8,990 – but also offer the right balance of features, design and sound quality. There’s no denying the fact that the C710N does offer a good set of features like – app connectivity, cool design – especially that transparent one – and ANC is there too with Transparency mode. I’ve spent a week with the WF-C710N, using them across a mix of quiet rooms, busy streets, airports, and cafes, paired mostly with an iPhone but occasionally with an Android phone too. Here’s what the experience was like.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 first impressions: Refinement, with real purpose

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 first impressions: Refinement, with real purpose

Unlike the Galaxy Z Fold7, which has gone through several reformations this time, the Galaxy Z Flip7 doesn’t look radically different, but it feels like a big leap, not because of a single spec bump, but because of how the pieces come together. I’ve spent some time flipping it open, working off the cover display, and digging into the new AI tools and here are my initial thoughts.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 first impressions: Polished where it counts

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 first impressions: Polished where it counts

Samsung has announced its latest foldable smartphone – the Galaxy Z Fold7 – at the Galaxy Unpacked July 2025 event. The phone appears to bring the improvements on almost all fronts, including the ones – users were asking for for years now. For instance, the crease is almost gone, the thickness is just 8.9mm when folded, and the camera has been bumped up to 200MP. I tried the new Galaxy Z Fold7 for a while, and here are my initial thoughts about it.

5 iPhone 16 camera samples that you should check out before buying

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5 iPhone 16 camera samples that you should check out before buying

Apple iPhone 16 is one of the finest camera phones you can buy on the market. And, this isn’t about the Pro models – I am taking the plain vanilla – iPhone 16’s photography prowess. The camera isn’t about offering the maximum possible camera resolution, but about savouring the details, colours, dynamic range and highlights. The story is long, and to cut it short, here are some photos captured using an iPhone 16.

ChatGPT image editing mistakes: 8 common errors to avoid, and how to fix them for better AI-generated images

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ChatGPT image editing mistakes: 8 common errors to avoid, and how to fix them for better AI-generated images

ChatGPT's image tools, powered by advanced AI, offer impressive generation and editing. Success depends on proper AI guidance; common user mistakes lead to poor visuals.

Samsung Galaxy M36 5G quick review in 10 points

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Samsung Galaxy M36 5G quick review in 10 points

Samsung Galaxy M36 5G is Samsung’s budget smartphone that claims to offer a value proposition by offering a balance of price, features, AI and performance. I used the phone for a while, and here are my thoughts about the phone.

OnePlus Pad 3 with smart keyboard quick review: 10 important things that we noticed

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OnePlus Pad 3 with smart keyboard quick review: 10 important things that we noticed

OnePlus has launched the Pad 3 in India, and it comes bearing tons of headline features like a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, powerful charging and even software that’s designed keeping the tablet interface in mind. To top all of these features, there are AI tools and features onboard too. I have used the tablet for a while, and here are my initial thoughts about it.

Lava Shark 5G review: 11 things we noticed about the entry-level 5G smartphone | Camera samples included

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Lava Shark 5G review: 11 things we noticed about the entry-level 5G smartphone | Camera samples included

Lava has launched its new entry-level 5G smartphone in India. The handset is an affordable 5G offering and comes at a starting price of Rs 7,999. Having used the phone for a while, here’s our quick review of it in 11 points.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge first impression: 6 key things to know about company’s slimmest phone

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge first impression: 6 key things to know about company’s slimmest phone

Samsung has launched its lightest and thinnest smartphone, S25 Edge, in India. The handset is 5.8mm thick, which is the lowest one can find in any smartphone. Not only that, the handset also packs serious power – the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. Having used the phone for a while, here are some initial impressions:

Infinix Note 50x 5G review: Powerful performance and functional AI on a budget

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Infinix Note 50x 5G review: Powerful performance and functional AI on a budget

Infinix continues to refresh its Note lineup with value-packed smartphones, and the Note 50x is no different. I used the phone for some time and summed up my experience in 10 points, highlighting its performance, display, cameras, and AI features.

Apple’s ‘most-affordable’ iPhone with Apple Intelligence: 5 reasons to buy, 5 reasons to skip iPhone 16e

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Apple’s ‘most-affordable’ iPhone with Apple Intelligence: 5 reasons to buy, 5 reasons to skip iPhone 16e

Apple has finally made the iPhone 16e official in India. The all-new iPhone 16e is the first iPhone of the year 2025 and it comes with the latest A18 processor, improved camera performance and also supports Apple Intelligence. Here are 5 reasons why you should considering buying the all-new iPhone 16e and 4 reasons why you shouldn’t. Read on and decide whether you should buy the iPhone 16e or move to the iPhone 16.

JioHotstar launched: Here's everything you should know about the new OTT player

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JioHotstar launched: Here's everything you should know about the new OTT player

Reliance Jio has merged with Hotstar and announced the JioHotstar OTT platform. The new OTT platform brings together the content from both JioCinema as well as Disney+ Hotstar. Apart from this, the company has also announced paid plans for its users. We’ve put together a comprehensive guide on the JioHotstar OTT platform with all the important details that you should know.

Galaxy F06 5G launched: 10 things to know about Samsung’s most affordable 5G phone

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Galaxy F06 5G launched: 10 things to know about Samsung’s most affordable 5G phone

Samsung has introduced the Galaxy F06 5G, its first 5G smartphone priced under ₹10,000, making next-generation connectivity more accessible. Here are 10 key things to know about this new budget-friendly 5G device.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Camera review with samples in 9 points

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Camera review with samples in 9 points

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra comes packed with the company’s latest and best camera hardware. There’s no denying that it is one of the most powerful camera phones in the market. In addition to the new ProVisual engine, the company has also updated the ultrawide camera to 50MP from 10MP. Apart from that, the S25 Ultra features a 200MP main sensor, a 10MP 3x optical zoom and a 50MP 5x telephoto sensor. In addition to these, there’s a 12MP front camera. Apart from this, Samsung claims that it has updated the shutter speed along with the image processing engine to offer better and more detailed output. I have used the Galaxy S25 Ultra for a few days and have managed to capture some interesting photos. Take a look.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra first impressions: Promising hardware, class-leading AI features

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra first impressions: Promising hardware, class-leading AI features

Samsung has announced its latest Galaxy S25 series smartphones at the Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event. The lineup includes three models: Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra. As always, the Galaxy S25 Ultra is the company’s favourite child, and it sits at the top with the most changes and top-of-the-line features. I got a chance to use the phone briefly, and here are the 10 most important things I’ve noticed about the Galaxy S25 Ultra.

Flipkart Monumental Sale: Discount on iPhone 16, Galaxy S24 and 5 more not-to-miss deals

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Flipkart Monumental Sale: Discount on iPhone 16, Galaxy S24 and 5 more not-to-miss deals

Flipkart has announced its Republic Day sale called Monumental Sale. During the sale, the e-commerce platform will be offering deals and discounts on all categories. Flipkart has already revealed some of those deals and if you are planning to buy a new smartphone during the upcoming Flipkart sale. The sale will go live on Jan 14 for all users and Jan 13 for Plus members. Here are 10 top deals to watch out for.

Redmi 14C quick review: 10 things to keep in mind about Xiaomi’s affordable 5G phone

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Redmi 14C quick review: 10 things to keep in mind about Xiaomi’s affordable 5G phone

Redmi 14C 5G is here and we've used the phone to tell you 10 most important things about the smartphone along with the experience that we've had with the phone.

10 rules to follow for best home security camera setup

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10 rules to follow for best home security camera setup

If you are planning to setup a home security camera setup at home, then here are some key tips and rules you can follow to get best results.

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