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The Pixel 10 Pro’s display might be the least complicated part of this entire review because, for the most part, I have very little to complain about.It is simply a very good screen. Over the past year, I have watched plenty of YouTube, movies, TV shows, and far too many random videos on it, and the panel has consistently looked excellent. Colours have enough punch without becoming overly saturated, text looks sharp, and the smooth refresh rate makes everything from scrolling through social media to moving around the interface feel polished. The compact form factor helps here too. Since the…

oi -Robin John Published: Friday, September 4, 2026, 14:20 [IST] POCO has expanded its X-series lineup in India with the launch of the POCO X8 and POCO X8 Power. The two phones share a fairly similar foundation, including large 1.5K AMOLED displays, silicon-carbon batteries, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection, and extensive water and dust resistance. But the X8 Power, as the name suggests, turns things up with a larger battery, faster charging, a more powerful chipset, and a more versatile camera setup.The POCO X8 starts at ₹29,999, while the POCO X8 Power is priced at ₹35,999. Both phones will go…

Motorola has expanded its product lineup at IFA 2026 with the launch of the Motorola Edge 70 Plus, Moto Watch Ultra, and Moto Snap wireless charger. The company also unveiled a special-edition Motorola Razr with Crystals by Swarovski as part of its Brilliant Collection.The Motorola Edge 70 Plus is the highlight of the new lineup, featuring a 6.78-inch AMOLED display, a 200-megapixel primary camera, Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset, and a 6,500mAh battery. Meanwhile, the Moto Watch Ultra marks Motorola’s return to Wear OS and comes with LTE connectivity and Polar-powered health and fitness tracking.Motorola Edge 70 Plus, Moto Watch…

Krafton, the South Korean gaming company behind titles including PUBG and Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), plans to invest another $250 million in India over the next three to four years as it pushes beyond gaming into AI, robotics, and deep tech. Announced Friday, the new commitment will take Krafton’s total planned investment in India to more than $500 million, including the over $250 million it had already invested in the country since 2021. The funds also come in addition to Krafton’s commitment to a $670 million India-focused growth fund it unveiled with South Korean internet conglomerate Naver and investor Mirae…

-Carlsen Martin Updated: Friday, September 4, 2026, 16:01 [IST] Infinix has launched the Hot 70 Pro 5G in India, adding a feature-heavy option to the crowded mid-range smartphone market. The phone’s biggest talking points are its rear interactive lighting system, IP68 dust and water resistance, a 144Hz display and a large 6,000mAh battery with 45W charging.Infinix Hot 70 Pro 5G Price and Launch OffersThe Infinix Hot 70 Pro 5G is priced at Rs. 24,999 for the 6GB RAM and 128GB storage variant. The 8GB RAM and 128GB storage model costs Rs. 27,999. It will go on sale from September 7…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Friday, September 4, 2026, 16:43 [IST] Apple’s first foldable iPhone could cost more than $2,000, according to a new report from TrendForce. The report has revealed an estimated price range and several expected specifications of Apple’s upcoming foldable, which could reportedly be marketed as the iPhone Ultra.The device is expected to debut at Apple’s September 9 event alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, while the standard iPhone 18 models could arrive later.iPhone 18 Fold Price TippedTrendForce estimates that the iPhone 18 Fold price could start at $2,099 (approximately Rs. 1,98,300) and go…

There was a time when a Philips badge in an Indian home meant something solid. A trimmer, a set of speakers, a tubelight, the old iron your mother refused to replace. So seeing that same logo on the back of a 5G smartphone in 2026 is a genuine double take.Philips has quietly walked back into the Indian phone market with the S7221 5G, and it is asking for around Rs 20,499 to get started. Reporting the launch is the easy part. The harder question, and the one worth your time, is whether this phone earns a place in your hand…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Thursday, September 3, 2026, 15:52 [IST] Vivo has officially confirmed key camera details of the upcoming Vivo X500, and the standard model is shaping up to be a major upgrade over its predecessor. The smartphone will be launched in China this month alongside the Vivo X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max.The biggest highlight is that Vivo is bringing camera hardware previously associated with its higher-end models to the standard X500. The company has confirmed a 50MP Sony LYTIA-828 main camera and a 64MP Sony LYTIA-610 periscope telephoto camera.Vivo X500 Camera SpecificationsThe Vivo X500’s primary camera uses…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Thursday, September 3, 2026, 18:20 [IST] Homegrown smartphone brand Ai+ has announced the rollout of NxtQuantum OS v1.1 for its smartphones, with the latest software update focusing on privacy, security and greater transparency around app access. The company says the update gives users more control over permissions and visibility into background activity.Ai+ launched NxtQuantum OS in 2025 as an India-developed mobile operating system focused on data sovereignty and privacy. The company says user data is stored within India on MeitY-empanelled Google Cloud infrastructure.NxtQuantum OS v1.1 FeaturesOne of the key additions is the NxtPrivacy Dashboard, which brings…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Thursday, September 3, 2026, 18:00 [IST] Samsung has expanded its One UI 9 beta programme to more Galaxy smartphones, with the Galaxy A57 5G reportedly becoming the first mid-range A-series device to receive the Android 17-based software in India. The beta rollout also extends to the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 in South Korea.Samsung had initially announced the One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 series before expanding it to selected Galaxy S25 models and foldables. The company’s official September expansion included the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, S25…