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-Carlsen Martin Published: Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 9:05 [IST] Samsung has introduced its first UFS 5.0 storage chip for mobile devices, setting up a major speed jump for future flagship phones. The new embedded storage is designed for smartphones, tablets and other compact devices, with Samsung claiming sequential read speeds of up to 10.8GB/s and write speeds of up to 9.5GB/s.The announcement matters because storage is becoming a key part of phone performance, not just a place to keep apps and photos. Faster storage can reduce app loading times, speed up large file transfers and help devices handle AI tasks…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 12:10 [IST] Fire-Boltt, one of India’s leading smartwatch brands, is reportedly preparing to enter the smartphone market. According to a report by Smartprix in collaboration with tipster Yogesh Brar, the company is working on a range of affordable smartphones that will be launched under a new sub-brand called “Boltt.”The move marks a major expansion for Fire-Boltt, which has built a strong presence in the wearables and audio segments. The brand reportedly held a 9.7% share of India’s smartwatch market in 2025, making it the third-largest player in the category.Fire-Boltt Boltt Smartphones: India…

-Kabir Jain Updated: Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 14:19 [IST] Samsung has confirmed the Galaxy M47 5G is launching in India on June 29, exclusively on Amazon.What’s InsideSamsung has officially confirmed a Snapdragon chipset, LPDDR5x RAM, and a triple camera setup. A Geekbench listing narrows it down further: Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, 8GB RAM, and 128GB base storage with microSD support up to 1TB. It ships with Android 16 and One UI 8.Design and ColoursThe M47 5G comes in two colours: a matte maroon-red and a teal blue-green, both with glossy silver frames that contrast nicely against the matte backs. The…

oi -Kabir Jain Published: Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 17:15 [IST] Fresh details on the Vivo X500 series have surfaced via Chinese tipster Digital Chat Station on Weibo, and the focus this time is on one specific model: a compact Pro-tier device with a 6.37-inch screen and the 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro inside.Compact But CapableAt 6.37 inches, this is the smallest screen in the X500 lineup. The X500 Pro Max is tipped at 6.85 inches, and the vanilla X500 sits at 6.59 inches. Despite the smaller footprint, the internals don’t take a hit. The Dimensity 9600 Pro is the same chip…

oi -Kabir Jain Published: Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 10:58 [IST] iQOO and Vivo have raised prices on four smartphones in India again, with increases of up to Rs 3,000 per variant. This is the second round of hikes for these models in a short span, and the new prices are already live.The smartphones got their initial hike earlier this month.New Prices After the Second HikeiQOO 1512GB/256GB: Rs 72,999 to Rs 74,99916GB/512GB: Rs 79,999 to Rs 81,999iQOO 15R8GB/256GB: Rs 46,999 to Rs 47,99912GB/256GB: Rs 50,999 to Rs 52,99912GB/512GB: Rs 57,999 to Rs 59,999iQOO Neo 108GB/256GB: Rs 37,999 to Rs 39,99912GB/256GB: Rs…

oi -Kabir Jain Updated: Monday, June 22, 2026, 17:50 [IST] Nothing co-founder Akis Evangelidis posted an explanation on X today breaking down what the new (b) series actually means, after days of speculation following the brand’s cryptic teasers.What Akis SaidThe explanation is straightforward. Numbers represent generations, letters indicate product segments. The (a) Series remains Nothing’s most premium line below the unnumbered flagship products. The (b) Series sits below that, expanding the portfolio into a new, more accessible segment.”This avoids overusing suffixes and provides a clearer naming structure as the portfolio expands,” Akis wrote, hinting that more lettered segments could follow…

oi -Kabir Jain Published: Monday, June 22, 2026, 19:29 [IST] OPPO has started teasing the Reno 16 series in India, with dedicated microsites now live on Amazon and Flipkart. At the same time, the company has opened registrations for a ₹9 Reno 16 Series Privilege Pack that bundles freebies and discount vouchers for prospective buyers.The teasers don’t reveal much about the phones themselves, but recent leaks have shed light on what could be coming, particularly the Reno 16C, a model that has yet to make its debut anywhere.What Does the ₹9 Privilege Pack Include?For ₹9, buyers get access to several…

-Kabir Jain Updated: Monday, June 22, 2026, 16:42 [IST] Ai+ has launched the Nova 2 Neo 5G and Nova 2 Pro 5G in India, adding two new budget-focused smartphones to its growing lineup. While both devices pack large 6,000mAh batteries and Android 16 out of the box, the Nova 2 Pro stands out with a 144Hz display and MediaTek’s Dimensity 7100 chipset.The company is targeting buyers looking for affordable 5G smartphones, with prices starting at ₹12,999 before bank offers.Nova 2 Pro Specs and FeaturesThe Nova 2 Pro is the more feature-packed option of the two.It comes with a large 6.9-inch…

oi -Kabir Jain Published: Monday, June 22, 2026, 11:09 [IST] OPPO has officially teased the Reno 16 Series on both Flipkart and Amazon India, with microsites now live on both platforms under the tagline “The Reno Returns.”No official India launch date has been announced yet, though tipster Abhishek Yadav has leaked July 2 as the likely date.What the Teasers ShowLooking closely at the Flipkart banner, you can spot what appears to be the OPPO Bubble accessory alongside a set of earbuds, which could be the Enco Air 5.As for the phones, reports suggest OPPO could bring up to four models…

Claude Guillemot, co-founder of French video game company Ubisoft, died Friday at the age of 69. According to French media (via Bloomberg), Guillemot died in a plane crash in the French resort town of La Baule. He was one of two people aboard the plane, both of whom died. Guillemot founded Ubisoft with his four brothers in 1986. Since then, the company has published the Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Prince of Persia, and Tom Clancy video game franchises, as well as many other titles. The family retains control of Ubisoft, and Guillemot’s brother Yves is still CEO. Guillemot was also…