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oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Thursday, July 23, 2026, 12:00 [IST] Apple may be preparing another round of price revisions in India, and this time the spotlight could shift to the iPhone 17 series. After increasing prices across several Mac, iPad, Apple TV, and HomePod models last month, a new leak suggests the Cupertino-based company could soon raise iPhone 17 prices as well.The expected revision comes amid continued memory component cost pressures and reports of limited retail availability across the country.iPhone 17 Series Could Get Costlier in IndiaAccording to tipster Abhishek Yadav, Apple has informed iPlanet dealers about an upcoming price…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Friday, July 24, 2026, 12:06 [IST] OPPO just dropped another smartphone in its K series. The vanilla OPPO K15 arrives as the third phone in the series, following the launch of the OPPO K15 Pro and K15 Pro+.The OPPO K15 features a MediaTek chipset, an AMOLED display, two 50MP rear cameras, a large silicon carbon battery, wired fast charging support, and an active cooling fan.OPPO K15 Price and AvailabilityThe OPPO K15 price in China starts at CNY 2,299 (roughly Rs. 33,000) for the sole 12GB/256GB configuration. The smartphone is currently available for purchase in China, although…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Friday, July 24, 2026, 12:33 [IST] Lava has officially expanded its budget smartphone portfolio in India. The domestic brand launched the Virat V1 and Virat V1 5G devices. Developed in partnership with Flipkart, this online-first series targets digital-first consumers. This includes budget-conscious students and young professionals seeking highly reliable, daily-driver options.Lava Managing Director Sunil Raina stated the series merges meaningful utility with competitive hardware. He emphasised that partnering with Flipkart expands their direct merchant reach. Flipkart Vice President Kanchan Mishra also highlighted online consumer trust. She noted the collaboration delivers top-tier features and secure delivery to…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Friday, July 24, 2026, 13:22 [IST] Apple’s long-rumoured foldable iPhone, widely expected to launch as the iPhone Ultra, could face shipping delays despite a possible September unveiling alongside the iPhone 18 Pro series. If recent reports are accurate, Samsung’s newly launched Galaxy Z Fold 8 may enjoy an even stronger lead in the premium foldable smartphone segment before Apple officially enters the race.Apple’s Foldable Could Arrive Later Than ExpectedReports suggest Foxconn has started early production of Apple’s first foldable, but engineers are still refining key hardware components before full-scale manufacturing begins. The focus is reportedly on…

-Carlsen Martin Published: Friday, July 24, 2026, 14:05 [IST] iQOO has expanded its Indian smartphone portfolio with the launch of the budget-friendly iQOO Z11 Lite. The new 5G device focuses heavily on rugged build quality and exceptional battery life. Starting under twenty thousand rupees, this model targets practical consumers seeking physical durability.A major highlight of this smartphone is its MIL-STD-810H military-grade durability certification. This tough exterior protects against active drops and is complemented by an IP65 rating. This rating shields it against dust and sudden water splashes. Despite housing a massive 6500mAh power cell, the body remains slim at only…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Friday, July 24, 2026, 9:05 [IST] Vivo’s S series is set to make its return to the Indian market next month. To recall, the Vivo S1 was unveiled in India back in 2019, debuting in the country’s premium mid-range segment. And while rumours about the S2 have been doing the rounds for some time now, we only recently obtained information about a possible launch date.Vivo S2 Launch Date in IndiaAccording to tipster Abhishek Yadav, the Vivo S2 launch date in India is set to take place on August 6. Following the launch, the post also claims…

-Carlsen Martin Updated: Thursday, July 23, 2026, 13:58 [IST] Vivo is reportedly planning a major comeback for its S-series smartphones in India. This highly anticipated return comes after an apparent seven-year hiatus in the country. The last S-series phone launched in the region was the Vivo S1, which debuted back in 2019. Recent leaks suggest the brand will launch the Vivo S2 in early August 2026.The upcoming premium mid-ranger is tipped to pack massive internal upgrades. Industry insider Abhishek Yadav shared critical details about the hardware on July 23, 2026. He suggests that the device will feature Qualcomm’s flagship Snapdragon…

Amazon announced on Thursday that it’s bringing games to Prime Video by integrating its Luna cloud gaming service into the streaming platform. Games including “Hogwarts Legacy,” “EA Sports FC 26,” “Indiana Jones and the Great Circle,” “Clue,” and “Taboo” will be available starting today on Fire TVs in the U.S. and U.K. With this move, Amazon is hoping games can turn Prime Video into a one-stop entertainment destination, borrowing a strategy from Netflix, which has increasingly embraced party games over the past several years. Since Amazon already operates a gaming service, it makes sense for the tech giant to integrate…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Thursday, July 23, 2026, 15:05 [IST] The iQOO Neo 11S appears to be inching closer to its official debut. A fresh leak has revealed the smartphone’s expected launch timeline, along with key details about its pricing, variants, and hardware.The handset is tipped to debut in China in August as a more premium offering than the standard iQOO Neo 11, with a global rollout, including India, expected at a later date. While iQOO has yet to confirm the device officially, recent benchmark listings and certification appearances suggest that the launch could be just around the corner.iQOO Neo…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Thursday, July 23, 2026, 14:23 [IST] Realme appears to be undergoing one of its biggest strategic overhauls in recent years. Following the company’s decision to halt new smartphone launches in China, a fresh leak suggests that the Realme GT 9 and Realme Neo 9 series may no longer be in the pipeline. Instead, the brand is expected to prioritize its numbered smartphone lineup for international markets while doubling down on gaming and performance-focused devices.The latest details also shed light on Realme’s evolving product strategy, OnePlus’ renewed gaming focus, and Oppo’s broader software integration plans.Realme GT 9,…