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As the first month of 2026 finally draws to a close, the smartphone industry is in limbo. While several mid-range and flagship smartphones received major price hikes, brands like Vivo and Motorola ended the month on a high, focusing on delivering well-rounded flagship experiences and stronger overall value for consumers.As we move into February 2026, it will be interesting to see what lies ahead for a smartphone industry increasingly shaped by uncertainty and rapid shifts. With brands like Samsung, Vivo, Apple, and Google all plotting major moves, the weeks ahead promise to be especially interesting to watch. So without any…

This article contains spoilers from One Piece’s Elbaf Arc. The Elbaf arc of One Piece continues at a blazing speed and fans are eagerly waiting to see their beloved Straw Hat Pirates in action once again. The Loki flashback of this arc recently concluded, and it was officially the longest flashback that the fans have witnessed, and at the same time, a stretch that cast aside the Straw Hat Pirates for about seven months, which is the longest time that they’ve been away. Naturally, fans are desperate to see their beloved characters once again, and that includes the swordsman of…

-Tanaya Dutta Updated: Saturday, January 31, 2026, 18:01 [IST] Apple is said to be weighing a major shift in its iPhone timetable, with reports suggesting the base iPhone 18 may not appear alongside Pro and Pro Max models in 2026, as component constraints, including an ongoing memory shortage, pressure production planning.Industry sources claim Apple is exploring a new pattern where the spotlight in September 2026 falls on top-end devices only. The iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and its first foldable iPhone are expected to headline that launch window.Apple May Skip the iPhone 18 in 2027The regular iPhone 18…

Battlestate Games has officially revealed the first-ever crossover for its popular extraction shooter, Escape From Tarkov. The upcoming collaboration sees Escape From Tarkov join forces with its own parody game, Escape From Duckov, with both games set to receive new content in the coming weeks. Escape From Tarkov spent over eight years in early access and resisted any and all crossovers until now. However, the prospect of collaborating with its own parody game, Escape From Duckov, was too good an idea to pass up. Escape From Duckov is a great extraction shooter in its own right and puts a totally…

oi -Tanaya Dutta Updated: Saturday, January 31, 2026, 17:37 [IST] Both the Xiaomi 17 and the 17 Ultra are expected to launch soon in select global markets, including India. Recently, tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore revealed the colour options and storage configurations for both models.Now, the Xiaomi 17 price has surfaced online through an online retailer’s website. Moreover, the listing reveals that the global variant of the Xiaomi 17 will pack a smaller battery compared to its Chinese counterpart.Xiaomi 17 Price LeakedBefore discussing the pricing, let’s look at the storage configurations of both the Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra.Xiaomi 17 5G12GB/256GB,…

Horror is a genre that has been around since the early gaming days, and it is very clear that the games nowadays are drastically different from the ones near the start. There are so many iconic franchises that have been integral to the development and success of the genre, but arguably the most important is Resident Evil, which fundamentally changed the horror landscape for the better and made it far more mainstream than ever before. Related Horror Games That Use Players’ Microphones Using the player’s microphone in gameplay is an excellent way to increase immersion and tension in horror games.…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Friday, January 30, 2026, 13:36 [IST] Vivo has officially confirmed the launch of the V70 series in India. The line-up will include the Vivo V70 and the Vivo V70 Elite. The upcoming Vivo V70 Series combines design-focused hardware, ZEISS-tuned cameras and Qualcomm processing, aiming to offer flagship-level features in slimmer bodies suited to everyday lifestyle use.Both Vivo V70 and Vivo V70 Elite share a common focus on imaging and durability, while the Elite model pushes performance further. The series features Sony sensors with ZEISS optimization, a 6500mAh battery with 90W fast charging, and IP68 plus IP69…

Highguard, created by former Apex Legends and Titanfall developers at new studio Wildlight Entertainment, came out of nowhere. The game was made the “one last thing” announcement at The Game Awards 2025, showing off an action-packed twist on the hero shooter genre that honestly raised more questions than it provided answers. As a fan of the genre, I was intrigued and excited to play Highguard myself, especially when it was revealed that the game would be releasing in a matter of weeks. Unfortunately, putting Highguard in that spot at The Game Awards did far more harm than good, with many…

oi -Tanaya Dutta Updated: Friday, January 30, 2026, 16:44 [IST] Samsung has officially confirmed the arrival of the Galaxy F70 series in India. The brand claims that the upcoming lineup is designed for young consumers, offering a combination of powerful hardware specifications and innovative AI-powered features.Additionally, the tech giant has revealed the price range for the Galaxy F70 series in India. Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming Galaxy F-series smartphone.Samsung Galaxy F70 Series: What to Expect?The Samsung Galaxy F70 series smartphones will be different from previously launched Galaxy F-series devices, with a stronger focus on the camera.…

A few different Hytale players appear to have had their unique usernames snatched away from them and given to streamers and other content creators, resulting in some ill feelings in the community. Hytale seems to no longer be engaging in this practice, though only after its support team was called out for it over social media. Having launched in early access around the middle of January, Minecraft-inspired game Hytale has been making big waves since its release, peaking at around 2.8 million concurrent players. With its intentionally blocky visuals, variety of biomes, and procedurally generated zones, it’s drawn a lot…