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The mid-range smartphone segment has become increasingly competitive, with brands constantly looking for new ways to stand out beyond raw specifications. As a result, design, software features, and unique user experiences are becoming just as important as performance and battery life.The POVA 8 embraces this trend with a distinctive design language and the new Alive Matrix Display on the rear panel, a feature rarely seen in this price range. However, it also arrives with a starting price of Rs. 29,999, a significant jump from the POVA 7. That higher price tag raises expectations considerably, making the POVA 8’s unique features…

oi -Kabir Jain Published: Friday, June 12, 2026, 10:39 [IST] iQOO and Vivo have quietly raised the prices of several smartphones across their Indian lineup, with hikes going as high as ₹3,000 depending on the model and variant. The new prices appear to be live across the affected models. If you’ve been planning to buy one of these phones, here’s exactly what’s changed.The news was first shared by tipster Sanju Choudhary (@saaaanjjjuuu) on X.The Full List of New PricesiQOO 1512GB/256GB: ₹72,999 → ₹74,99916GB/512GB: ₹79,999 → ₹81,999iQOO 15R8GB/256GB: ₹46,999 → ₹47,99912GB/256GB: ₹50,999 → ₹52,99912GB/512GB: ₹57,999 → ₹59,999iQOO Neo 108GB/256GB: ₹37,999 →…

-Kabir Jain Updated: Thursday, June 11, 2026, 14:05 [IST] TECNO has expanded its POVA lineup with the launch of the POVA 8 5G, a smartphone that puts battery life front and center while also bringing a high-refresh-rate display and 5G connectivity.The device arrives with an 8,000mAh battery, a 144Hz display, and the MediaTek Dimensity 7100 processor. TECNO is also positioning the phone as a gaming-focused device, thanks to its large cooling system and performance-oriented hardware.Big Battery Takes the SpotlightThe biggest talking point of the POVA 8 5G is its battery.TECNO has equipped the smartphone with an 8,000mAh battery, which is…

oi -Kabir Jain Published: Thursday, June 11, 2026, 17:30 [IST] Google is getting closer to the stable release of Android 17, and smartphone brands are already preparing their next wave of software updates. For Realme users, that means Realme UI 8.0, the company’s upcoming custom skin based on Android 17.Realme hasn’t officially shared its Android 17 roadmap yet. However, Gizmochina recently took a close look at the software update commitments across Realme’s smartphone and tablet lineup to figure out which devices are most likely to receive the Android 17-based Realme UI 8.0 update.While the final list could change once Realme…

The mid-range smartphone segment has become increasingly competitive, with brands constantly looking for new ways to stand out beyond raw specifications. As a result, design, software features, and unique user experiences are becoming just as important as performance and battery life.The POVA 8 embraces this trend with a distinctive design language and the new Alive Matrix Display on the rear panel, a feature rarely seen in this price range. However, it also arrives with a starting price of Rs. 29,999, a significant jump from the POVA 7. That higher price tag raises expectations considerably, making the POVA 8’s unique features…

oi -Carlsen Martin Updated: Thursday, June 11, 2026, 9:55 [IST] Tecno is set to launch a new mid-range smartphone in India today. The upcoming POVA 8 replaces the wrap-around LED light over the camera island with a matrix-style dotted lighting element on one of the camera modules.Apart from the design, the POVA 8 boasts a robust design, MediaTek chipset, massive silicon carbon battery, fast charging support, and a super-smooth display.POVA 8 Launch in India: What to ExpectThe POVA 8 is launching in India at 12 pm (IST) today. Following its launch, the POVA 8 will go on sale in India…

-Kabir Jain Updated: Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 13:37 [IST] Oppo appears to be preparing another addition to its K-series lineup. A new smartphone carrying the model number PYD110 has been listed on China’s TENAA certification platform, revealing most of its hardware specifications ahead of launch.While Oppo has not officially confirmed the device’s identity, Chinese tipsters believe it could debut as the Oppo K15. If that turns out to be the case, the phone would join the Oppo K15 Pro and K15 Pro+, which were introduced in China earlier this year.via: GizmochinaThe certification also offers a first look at the phone’s…

Netflix is stepping up its game in mobile and gaming, as revealed during the company’s recent APAC Product Innovation Showcase.  During the event, Netflix outlined plans to expand its refreshed mobile experience to additional markets across Asia-Pacific, while also growing its gaming ambitions through the continued rollout of Netflix Playground, a dedicated space for children’s games. Netflix also continues to broaden the reach of its redesigned mobile app. After rolling out the updated experience in Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, India, and Malaysia earlier this year, Netflix plans to launch it in South Korea and Japan in July, with additional…

oi -Kabir Jain Published: Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 17:11 [IST] If you’ve been jumping through hoops to send files between your OnePlus 15 and an iPhone, that changes now. AirDrop support via Quick Share is rolling out to the OnePlus 15, and it works the way you’d hope: no third-party apps, no cloud links, no workarounds.OnePlus hasn’t made an official announcement yet, but the rollout has been confirmed by users on the OnePlus community forums and independently verified by Android Authority.How It Actually WorksThe feature runs through Quick Share, Android’s native file-sharing system. When both devices are set up correctly,…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 16:09 [IST] OnePlus has broadened its China portfolio with the launch of the OnePlus Turbo 6X and OnePlus Turbo 6X Pro, both powered by new 4nm MediaTek “SUPER” chips.The phones differ mainly in display type, battery size, camera setup, charging speeds, and durability ratings, while sharing a 144Hz refresh rate and touch controls designed to work with wet hands and gloves. The range is aimed at users who value long battery life, fast charging, and high-refresh displays for video, navigation, and gaming.OnePlus Turbo 6X and OnePlus Turbo 6X Pro SpecificationsThe OnePlus Turbo…