Author: Kavish
Every year for seven generations, I have picked up a new Galaxy Fold and had the same first thought. Impressive, but the closed phone is still too tall, too narrow, and slightly awkward in a way you learn to live with rather than love.This year, in a quiet embargo room in London, I picked up the Galaxy Z Fold8 and that thought finally did not come. What came instead was something I rarely feel at these events anymore, which is genuine freshness. Samsung has changed the fundamental shape of its book-style foldable, and after two hours with it, I am…
oi -Robin John Updated: Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 20:15 [IST] Samsung has announced its new foldable lineup in India, and pre-orders for all three phones are live starting today. The series includes the Galaxy Z Fold8, a first of its kind, the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, and the Galaxy Z Flip8, and this is the seventh generation of foldables from the company.Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 Series Pricing in IndiaModelRAM/StoragePriceGalaxy Z Fold8 Ultra12GB + 256GBRs. 1,99,999 12GB + 512GBRs. 2,19,999 16GB + 1TBRs. 2,59,999Galaxy Z Fold812GB + 256GBRs. 1,79,999 12GB + 512GBRs. 1,99,999 16GB + 1TBRs. 2,39,999Galaxy…
For the first time in the history of Samsung’s lineup, choosing a Galaxy Fold is not primarily a question of how much you want to spend. It is a question of what shape you want your life in.Samsung’s new lineup splits the book-style foldable into two genuinely different products with two different philosophies. After handling both for a couple of hours at the company’s pre-launch briefing in London, I can tell you the differences run much deeper than a spec sheet suggests. Here is how they actually compare in hand, where each one wins, and which one I would put…
oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 10:43 [IST] The Redmi Note 17 could soon make its way to the Indian market after debuting in China last week. While Xiaomi has not officially confirmed the launch, a fresh leak suggests the smartphone will arrive in India on August 6, bringing a larger battery than its Chinese counterpart along with a handful of hardware changes.According to tipster Abhishek Yadav, the Redmi Note 17 is expected to go on sale starting August 11. The reported timeline also aligns with earlier rumours that hinted at an early August India debut.Redmi Note 17…
oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 8:05 [IST] Samsung is set to host its next Unpacked event later today, where it will unveil the next generation of Galaxy foldables. The line-up will include the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Z Flip 8. Moreover, Samsung will also unveil the Galaxy Watch 9 series at the event.Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026: How to Watch the Livestream?The Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event will take place at 6:30 PM IST today. The entire launch event will stream live from London tomorrow. The stream will be available on the company’s…
oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 12:33 [IST] Vivo has officially opened pre-sales for the upcoming Vivo X300 E, ahead of its scheduled debut on July 27. The smartphone is set to expand the company’s premium X-series portfolio with a strong focus on photography, performance, and battery life. Continuing its partnership with Zeiss, Vivo is expected to equip the X300 E with an advanced camera system designed for photography enthusiasts.The handset also introduces a refreshed design, flagship-grade hardware, and a large battery, making it one of the brand’s most anticipated launches this month.Vivo X300 E Launch Details and…
oi -Carlsen Martin Updated: Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 14:07 [IST] Apple has rolled out the fourth developer beta of iOS 27, giving developers and early testers another preview of the next major iPhone software update. While this release doesn’t introduce sweeping design changes, it refines several existing features across Siri, Photos, Apple TV, Camera, AirPods, and system settings.The update also adds new controls aimed at improving media management, accessibility, and video recording ahead of the stable public rollout later this year. With iOS 27 Beta 4, Apple has focused on polishing the overall user experience with a number of feature…
oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 14:22 [IST] The Tecno Camon 50 Ultra is now available for purchase in India, following its launch in the country last week. Tecno’s latest mid-range smartphone features a MediaTek chipset, a versatile triple-camera setup, a curved AMOLED display, a large silicon carbon battery, and flagship-grade water resistance.Tecno Camon 50 Ultra SpecificationsThe Tecno Camon 50 Ultra 5G sports a slim 7.6mm profile and features a 6.78-inch 1.5K ProXDR curved AMOLED display with a resolution of 1208 x 2644 pixels. The panel supports a 144Hz refresh rate and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass…
oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 8:46 [IST] The Nothing Phone (4b) is set to go on sale in India for the first time today. To recall, the Nothing Phone 4b debuted in the country’s sub-35K segment. The Phone 4b arrives as the third smartphone from the company in 2026, following the Nothing Phone 4a and Phone 4a Pro.The Nothing Phone (4b) features a Snapdragon chipset, a vibrant 120Hz OLED display, a dual rear camera setup, and a sizeable battery with fast charging support. We recently pitted the Nothing Phone 4b against its fiercest competitors and here’s how…
oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 9:20 [IST] Reports indicate OnePlus is preparing to withdraw entirely from United States and European markets. This major strategic shift follows months of speculation surrounding the brand’s global future. Crucially, operations in major Asian countries like India and China will remain completely unaffected. The brand is shifting resources to focus primarily on these highly profitable core hubs.According to a report by WinFuture, the brand will officially announce this exit very soon. The media outlet claims that private corporate briefings have already occurred. This decision appears to be part of a broader consolidation…