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-Kabir Jain Updated: Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 18:31 [IST] iQOO officially introduced its latest smartphone, the iQOO 15T. The device focuses heavily on a combination of high-capacity battery metrics and a dedicated hardware setup tailored primarily toward mobile gaming performance.The phone takes its design language from the premium iQOO 15 Ultra, featuring a futuristic rear camera block layout on the back. For its chassis, iQOO went with a low-temperature matte frame to help manage smudges and dissipate surface heat during extended use. The phone is launching in three colorways: Qingyun, the motorsport-themed Legend Edition, and the standard Racing Edition.Performance Setup…

-Kabir Jain Updated: Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 10:08 [IST] Lava has officially confirmed the arrival of the Shark 2 5G, the next smartphone in its Shark series lineup. The upcoming device is set to launch in India by the end of May 2026 and will target buyers in the sub-Rs. 15,000 segment.The company says the phone is designed for users upgrading from feature phones or older 4G smartphones who now want access to 5G connectivity without spending too much.Large 120Hz Display and All-Day Battery FocusThe Lava Shark 2 5G will feature a 6.75-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Lava…

oi -Kabir Jain Published: Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 11:17 [IST] Google’s new Gemini Intelligence push is sitting on a pretty tall fence, and most Android phones can’t get over it. The company quietly published the hardware requirements in a footnote on its Gemini Intelligence page, and even by 2026 flagship standards, the bar is high.If you’re wondering whether your phone qualifies, the answer for a lot of people is going to be no. Here’s the full breakdown.Gemini Intelligence Hardware RequirementsThe footnote lists eight things a device has to deliver to run Gemini Intelligence:On-device AI: AI Core integration with Gemini Nano…

-Kabir Jain Updated: Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 12:59 [IST] Motorola has launched the Moto G37 and Moto G37 Power in India as part of its latest budget-focused G-series lineup. The new phones target entry-level buyers looking for 5G connectivity, large batteries, and clean Android software.Both smartphones come with the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 chipset and run Android 16 out of the box.The Moto G37 starts at ₹13,999, while the Moto G37 Power starts at ₹14,999.Moto G37, Moto G37 Power Price in IndiaHere’s the full pricing for the new Motorola phones:Moto G37Moto G37 Power4GB + 64GB: ₹14,9994GB + 128GB: ₹15,9996GB + 128GB:…

Like many young people of her generation, Fai Nur was what she called a “chronically online teenager.” She obsessed over music groups, TV shows, and movies, and never missed the chance to talk about her interests endlessly online. When ChatGPT launched in 2022, she saw potential immediately. “AI could finally let any user actually simulate any character, not just watch or talk about their favorite worlds, but live inside them,” she told TechCrunch.  “The role-play and immersion that fans had always wanted was suddenly possible at scale,” she said. She brought in her friend Amit Bhatnagar, who grew up building…

oi -Kabir Jain Published: Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 19:27 [IST] The CMF Phone 3 Pro may still be a few months away from launch.According to tipster Debayan Roy (@Gadgetsdata), the upcoming CMF smartphone is expected to launch sometime in Q3 2026, likely around August or September.That also means the phone reportedly won’t arrive in June or July, despite earlier speculation around a mid-year launch timeline.The tipster further claims that before the CMF Phone 3 Pro arrives, Nothing could launch another more budget-focused smartphone first.Leaked SpecsThe CMF Phone 3 Pro has already appeared in multiple leaks, and the latest details suggest…

oi -Kabir Jain Published: Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 14:14 [IST] Vivo may finally be bringing back its S-series smartphones to India after nearly seven years.According to a report by 91mobiles, citing industry sources, the company is planning to launch the Vivo S2 in India this July. If true, it would mark the return of the S-series lineup that last launched in the country with the Vivo S1 back in 2019.This time, though, Vivo appears to be targeting a completely different segment.Vivo S2 May Enter the Premium CategoryThe older Vivo S1 was aimed at budget buyers, but the Vivo S2 is…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Monday, May 18, 2026, 15:33 [IST] Xiaomi is prepping to add yet another smartphone to its flagship 17 series in China this week. The Xiaomi 17 Max will debut as the fifth smartphone in the line-up, following the Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (Review).Alongside the latest Xiaomi 17 Max, the company is also expected to unveil the Xiaomi Band 10 Pro and its first clip-on true wireless stereo earbuds, reportedly called the Xiaomi Ear Clip. The launch event will additionally mark the debut of the Xiaomi YU7 GT…

-Carlsen Martin Updated: Monday, May 18, 2026, 15:56 [IST] The Xiaomi 17T series is making its global debut next week. The line-up will include the Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro. According to an official post, the Xiaomi 17T series will the “biggest T Series upgrade yet”. The announcement comes shortly after Xiaomi announced that the 17 Max would be debuting in China this week.Xiaomi 17T Series Launch Date and Expected PricingThe Xiaomi 17T series is launching globally on May 28. According to previous reports, at least one, if not both, models of the Xiaomi 17T series will make their…

Some executives talk about consumers. Shivam Ranjan talks about the questions they ask. It is a small distinction that turns out to matter quite a bit. In a conversation ahead of the Motorola Razr Fold’s India launch, the Head of Marketing for Asia Pacific at Motorola kept returning to one specific shift – not in market share, not in shipment numbers, but in the question a premium Indian buyer is now asking.For most of the last five years, that question was: should I buy a foldable, or just a regular phone? Hesitation dressed as curiosity. In 2026, Ranjan says, the…