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vivo is getting ready to launch the S2. So far, official teasers have focused on its design, but tipster Sanju has shared the full spec sheet. The S2 packs some standout features and some clear trade-offs. At ₹40,000 to ₹45,000, vivo is targeting buyers who care about how a phone feels in the hand, battery …

There’s no shortage of accessory and small-appliance brands jostling for shelf space in India right now, so when a new name enters the ring, the first question is always the same: what’s actually different here?  I sat down with Mr Mohit Anand, the founder of WOZOYO, which is a newly launched global brand built on …

iQOO keeps pushing into the budget segment with the Z11 Lite 5G. This phone focuses on battery life and durability, while most brands still offer 5,000mAh batteries and thick bezels at this price. The Z11 Lite starts at ₹17,999 and goes on sale July 30 on iQOO’s online store, Amazon, Vivo exclusive stores, and select …

Most of us have stood at the pharmacy counter and wondered why a small strip of tablets costs so much. Indian consumers lose billions of rupees every year because no one tells them that the same pill may cost far less under a different brand name. The government built a tool to solve this problem. …

You can now connect on WhatsApp without giving out your phone number, a feature privacy advocates have wanted for years. WhatsApp started rolling out optional usernames yesterday. This move separates your identity from your SIM card, similar to what Signal did with usernames in 2024. WhatsApp is rolling out usernames in phases over the next …

Nothing wants to bring its flashy smartphones to people on a strict budget. The company confirmed today that the upcoming Phone 4b, launching in India on July 7, will run on a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. The Phone 4b is not just a one-off. It kicks off Nothing’s new ‘b’ series, which sits below the flagship …

Rockstar Games opened pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6 earlier this week. Now, players everywhere are lining up to buy the most anticipated game of the decade. With pre-orders live, everyone wants to know one thing: what will they drive when they hit the streets of Vice City? The first GTA 6 trailer dropped months …

Samsung has announced the Galaxy A27, the latest addition to its A-series lineup. The new smartphone succeeds the Galaxy A26 and introduces a refreshed design, upgraded internals, and a wider set of AI features. Galaxy A27 Specifications The Galaxy A27 features a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Samsung has also …

OnePlus just launched the Turbo 6x and Turbo 6x Pro in China, and both phones shake up the budget-performance market. The standard 6x gives you a solid LCD option, but the real headline is the Turbo 6x Pro. It packs an 8,000mAh battery and a 144Hz OLED display, all for just under 2,000 yuan. If …

Airtel is one of India’s largest broadband providers, and in 2026 it offers more plan choices than ever — across two distinct technologies: Airtel Xstream Fiber (wired, up to 1 Gbps) and Airtel Xstream AirFiber (5G wireless, for areas without fiber). Choosing between them, and then picking the right price tier, can feel overwhelming. This …

According to Sanju Chaudary on X, Nothing is preparing to increase prices across its current lineup: Nothing Phone 4a (review), Nothing Phone 4a Pro (review), and Nothing Phone 3a Lite (review). The changes are expected to apply only to new stock, while existing inventory will continue to sell at older prices until it runs out …

Here’s the thing about the Taigun — it never really had a bad reputation, just an ageing one. The drive is solid, the build holds up on roads that would shake lesser cars to bits, and VW’s badge still means something to a certain kind of buyer. What it didn’t have was a sunroof, or …

Xiaomi has launched the Xiaomi 17 series in India with two flagship models, the Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra. The announcement took place on March 11, 2026, bringing Xiaomi’s latest flagship hardware and Leica camera systems to the Indian market. Let’s take a look at pricing and specifications. Xiaomi 17 Series Price in …

OPPO has started teasing the Find N6, its next foldable smartphone, with promotional material focusing on the device’s display crease and a new orange color option. The company highlights what it calls “Zero-Feel Crease” technology, which aims to reduce the visibility of the fold line on the inner screen. Leaked renders shared by tipster Evan …

Jeep India has launched a special edition of the Jeep Wrangler. Named the Wrangler Willys 41 Special Edition, this unit of the Jeep Wrangler has been launched with only 41 units on offer, up from 30 last year, and a slightly lower price tag of ₹70.31 lakh (ex-showroom), compared to ₹73.24 lakh previously. Not only …

For weeks, the tech corners of the internet have been obsessed with “Sweet Pea”, the alleged codename for OpenAI’s first foray into consumer hardware. While social media is flooded with renders of orb-like devices and fake Super Bowl ads, the reality is more calculated (and expensive). OpenAI is no longer just a software company; it’s …

Devialet is finally giving its imploding orb a promotion. More than ten years after the original Phantom changed what we expected from a wireless speaker, the company has launched the Phantom Ultimate series in India. Revealed in New Delhi, the new lineup replaces the aging Phantom I and II with two performance tiers: the flagship …

The Blue Aadhaar Card (officially known as Baal Aadhaar) is no longer just a “nice-to-have” document for newborns. In 2026, with the full implementation of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, this blue-colored ID has become the primary tool for “age-gating,” allowing parents to verify their child’s identity for schools and apps without oversharing …

Indkal Technologies’ homegrown TV brand Wobble is expanding its Indian lineup with the launch of its new X and K series smart TVs. The new models target two very different audiences — gamers looking for HDMI 2.1 and high refresh rates, and budget buyers who want a large-screen Google TV experience without spending much. The …

Tesla is making its first official move into Bengaluru. Starting January 15 through January 31, 2026, the company is setting up a temporary pop-up experience at the ACKO Drive Service Centre in Kudlu Gate. It’s a significant moment for the city’s EV enthusiasts. While Tesla has already established a presence in Mumbai, Delhi, and Gurugram, …