Discover the raw power of the Realme GT 7 Pro with our in-depth performance test. We benchmark the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset to see how it stacks up.

Realme GT 7 Pro Performance Test: How Powerful is Snapdragon 8 Elite? | Benchmark Results

<h2>Realme GT 7 Pro, powered by the new Snapdragon 8 Elite, aces benchmark and gaming tests with impressive scores.&nbsp;</h2>

The Realme GT 7 Pro is India&rsquo;s first phone powered by the new Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, which promises massive performance upgrades over the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.&nbsp;
I know you've probably got a lot of questions about this powerhouse of a chip.
How much does it score on AnTuTu? Does it stay cool under pressure? How does it handle gaming and is it significantly better than the previous Snapdragon 8 Gen 3?&nbsp;
To start with, let&rsquo;s break down what makes this chipset special. It&rsquo;s called the Snapdragon 8 Elite because it now incorporates eight Orion cores, with two clocked at a blazing 4.32 GHz and six at 3.53 GHz.&nbsp;
This upgrade pushes the clock speeds well beyond what we saw in the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and even Apple's latest A18 Pro chip in their new iPhones.
Plus, Realme has upgraded the GPU and introduced a new AI engine with the Snapdragon 8 Elite on the GT 7 Pro.&nbsp;
On paper, this makes it one of the most powerful setups out there. But let&rsquo;s see how it actually performs in benchmarks.&nbsp;
<h3>Realme GT 7 Pro AnTutu Score</h3>
We started with the AnTuTu test, where I was hoping it would hit that 3 million mark as per reports.&nbsp;
It came close, scoring 2.62 million with the GT mode disabled, and surprisingly, a lower 2.58 million with the GT mode enabled.&nbsp;
This still marks a 20-24% leap over last year&rsquo;s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, which hit a peak of around 2.1 million on the iQOO 12.
<h3>Realme GT 7 Pro Geekbench Score</h3>
On the Geekbench CPU test, the Snapdragon 8 Elite flexes its power, achieving 2932 points in single-core and a whopping 9043 in multi-core tests. For GPU performance, it stands strong with an impressive 16807 on the OpenCL score.
To check its sustained performance, I ran a CPU throttling test on the Realme GT 7 Pro.&nbsp;
Over a 15-minute, 20-thread test, the phone throttled down to about 74%.&nbsp;
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With the CPU benchmarks done, let&rsquo;s dive into the GPU performance and see how the new upgrades stack up.&nbsp;
In Geekbench, the scores show clear improvement over the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in both OpenCL and Vulkan tests, which is promising.
<h3>Realme GT 7 Pro 3DMark Score</h3>
But for a real GPU workout, I turned to 3DMark's Wildlife Extreme benchmark, which runs for 20 minutes to test sustained graphics power.&nbsp;
Here, the Snapdragon 8 Elite scored an impressive 5893&mdash;a noticeable upgrade over the 8 Gen 3. The GT 7 Pro achieved a stability rating of 71.7% in this test.
During these tests, temperatures did spike, reaching the 45-degree Celsius mark. While this wasn&rsquo;t uncomfortable, I believe the GT 7 Pro can stay cooler with better software optimisations in the final production version.&nbsp;
These improvements could enhance the overall user experience and maintain optimal performance.
<h3>Realme GT 7 Pro BGMI Test</h3>
The Snapdragon 8 Elite shows promise as a solid upgrade, but the real test is in gaming. I put it to the test with BGMI, everyone's favourite.
In a 30-minute session at 90fps and &lsquo;Smooth&rsquo; graphics settings, the phone performed flawlessly&mdash;no frame drops or overheating.&nbsp;
Additionally, BGMI also runs smoothly at 40fps with &lsquo;Ultra HDR&rsquo; graphics.&nbsp;
Overall, for gaming, the Realme GT 7 Pro delivers.&nbsp;
Outside of gaming and benchmarks, the phone also feels exceptionally smooth in everyday use.&nbsp;
I&rsquo;ll be bringing you the full review very soon, so be sure to stay tuned!

The Poco M7 brings a 120Hz display, a 5160mAh battery, and a stylish design to the sub-₹10,000 segment. It delivers a solid everyday experience with a few trade-offs, making it a compelling option for budget-conscious buyers.

Poco M7 5G Review: A budget phone that gets the basics right

<h2>The Poco M7 brings a 120Hz display, a 5160mAh battery, and a stylish design to the sub-₹10,000 segment. It delivers a solid everyday experience with a few trade-offs, making it a compelling option for budget-conscious buyers.</h2>

The Poco M7 5G keeps things affordable at under ₹10,000, but it doesn&rsquo;t look or feel like a typical budget phone. With a smooth 120Hz display, a big battery, and a clean design, it&rsquo;s got some solid selling points. Of course, there are a few trade-offs&mdash;let&rsquo;s see where it shines and where it falls short.
<h3>Poco M7 5G Design</h3>
The Poco M7 features a mix of matte and glossy finishes, blending subtlety with style. The Ocean Blue variant reviewed here has a premium feel, resembling the more expensive Realme Narzo 70 Pro from 2024.The glossy section of the back panel attracts fingerprints easily, accumulating smudges over time.&nbsp;
A big shift from its predecessor is the circular camera module, replacing the older rectangular design. There are four cutouts, one for the LED flash. The sides have a matte-finish plastic frame, with the power button and volume buttons on the right. The SIM tray on the left supports dual SIMs and microSD expansion. Up top, there&rsquo;s a headphone jack, while the bottom houses a loudspeaker, microphone, and USB-C port.
Up front, there&rsquo;s a 6.88-inch display with noticeable bezels and a teardrop notch for the selfie camera. There&rsquo;s no Gorilla Glass protection, and Poco hasn&rsquo;t confirmed if there&rsquo;s any alternative.
At 205g and 8.22mm thick, the Poco M7 is on the larger side but stays manageable for those with bigger hands. With a case, it might feel a bit chunkier. The build feels solid, with no flex or creaks, and there&rsquo;s also an IP52 rating for basic dust and water resistance.
<h3>Poco M7 5G Display</h3>
The Poco M7 5G comes with a 6.88-inch LCD display with HD+ resolution, slightly bigger than before. The real win is the 120Hz refresh rate, making swiping and scrolling feel super smooth. Colours look well-balanced, and brightness holds up outdoors without any issues.
Audio is handled by a single mono speaker, which gets loud enough, even if it&rsquo;s not the clearest. There&rsquo;s also a 150% volume boost for extra punch. Another solid upgrade is the in-display fingerprint sensor, replacing the side-mounted one from the Poco M6, and it&rsquo;s been working reliably in testing.
<h3>Poco M7 5G Performance &amp; Software</h3>
The Poco M7 packs a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 under the hood, with 6GB or 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB UFS 2.2 storage (plus microSD expansion if you need extra space). We tested the 8GB/128GB variant.
For a budget phone, performance is actually decent but the display routinely dips to 60Hz in apps, making the phone feel laggier than it really is. When it sticks to 90Hz or 120Hz, it&rsquo;s smooth, but that doesn&rsquo;t happen as often as it should.&nbsp;
The low-power chip means the phone barely gets warm, even while gaming. The skin temperature stays cool, and while gaming performance isn&rsquo;t its strong suit, it holds up well for everyday scrolling and streaming.
In terms of software, the Poco M7 runs Android 14-based HyperOS out of the box, bringing plenty of customization. The built-in theme store lets you switch up wallpapers, fonts, and themes to match your vibe.
There&rsquo;s a fair bit of bloatware, which isn&rsquo;t great, and you will have to spend some time uninstalling the apps you don't want. Poco&rsquo;s offering 2 years of OS updates and 4 years of security patches, which is reasonable for the price.
<h3>Poco M7 5G Camera</h3>
The camera setup on the Poco M7 5G includes a 50MP &nbsp;Sony IMX852 main sensor paired with a 2MP depth unit and a 5MP selfie snapper. Daylight shots look acceptable despite a general lack of details and sharpness, whereas the colours look oversaturated. Indoors and low-light shots have considerable noise, which you can counter only to an extent with night mode at the expense of stability.
As for selfies, they also lack clarity and skin tones might not look accurate. Overall, the POCO M7 photography capabilities are decent, nothing extraordinary, as expected from an entry-level smartphone. The phone can shoot videos at 1080p 30fps, but there&rsquo;s no stabilization, so handheld footage can get pretty shaky. Keeping the phone steady is a must for smoother shots
<h3>Poco M7 5G Battery &amp; Charging</h3>
The Poco M7 comes packed with a 5160mAh battery, delivering solid all-day endurance, even with a mix of scrolling, streaming, gaming, and snapping photos. In testing, it easily lasted until the evening with battery left to spare.
Casual users can push it even further, stretching into a second day without scrambling for a charger. It supports 18W wired fast charging, and Poco includes the adapter in the box. A full charge takes about 90 minutes, which isn&rsquo;t the fastest out there, but it&rsquo;s enough to keep things going without much downtime.
<h3>Poco M7 5G Review: Verdict</h3>
The Poco M7 Pro 5G is a solid option for anyone looking for a budget-friendly smartphone under ₹10,000. It nails the basics with a good display and strong battery life, making it a reliable daily driver.
Performance and software smoothness leave something to be desired, so power users might not be too thrilled. The cameras are pretty average, with image quality that varies a lot depending on lighting&mdash;especially in low light.
But at a starting price of ₹9,999, these trade-offs won&rsquo;t be deal-breakers for most. For those who want a stylish, durable phone with a solid screen and battery, the Poco M7 5G is worth considering.

It's undeniably beautiful, but is the Vivo V50 more than just a pretty face? We test performance, camera, and battery to see if it balances style and substance. Read our verdict.

Vivo V50 Review: Zeiss Cameras & Big Battery

<h2>It's undeniably beautiful, but is the Vivo V50 more than just a pretty face? We test performance, camera, and battery to see if it balances style and substance. Read our verdict.</h2>

The Vivo V50 is a phone that promises a balanced blend of style and substance
Positioned as a mid-range contender at around ₹35,000, the V50 carries forward much of the DNA of its predecessor, the V40, while incorporating some new twists.
Let&rsquo;s find out what&rsquo;s new and if the Vivo V50 justifies its price.
Design &amp; Build
At first glance, the Vivo V50 immediately stands out for its distinctive design. Borrowing heavily from the V40, Vivo has opted to retain the familiar aesthetic while upgrading the structural details.&nbsp;
Instead of the dual-curved panels seen on previous models, the V50 is adorned with quad micro-curved front and rear panels. This subtle refinement gives the phone a more dynamic look that captures the light in intriguing ways.
The Starry Night colourway of our review unit is particularly amazing. This finish is far more than a simple paint job; it boasts multiple layers of texture that artfully replicate the appearance of a night sky, complete with auroras and twinkling stars.&nbsp;
The effect is so deep and layered that it surpasses a conventional 3D effect, imbuing the phone with a sense of sophistication and wonder.&nbsp;
However, the high-gloss finish, while striking, is not without its drawbacks. It tends to attract fingerprints like a magnet, which can detract from the overall premium feel if not maintained meticulously.
In terms of ergonomics, the Vivo V50 generally fits comfortably in the hand, though there are aspects that fall short of expectations given its price tag.
Display
Vivo has equipped the V50 with a 6.77-inch quad-curved AMOLED display that is as vibrant as it is immersive. The screen supports a 120Hz refresh rate, which ensures that everyday tasks and scrolling through social media are smooth and responsive.&nbsp;
Enhanced by the new Diamond Shield Glass that&rsquo;s designed to be significantly more drop-resistant, the display promises durability without compromising on clarity.
Colour accuracy on the V50 is impressive, with the display rendering a wide spectrum of hues faithfully.&nbsp;
Performance &amp; Software
Under the hood, the Vivo V50 is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor &ndash; a chipset that has been a recurring choice for Vivo, having appeared in the V30 and V40.&nbsp;
While the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 is capable of handling everyday tasks and moderate multitasking with ease, it feels like a safe, if not entirely innovative, choice.&nbsp;
However, the choice of storage on this smartphone is my primary gripe. The Vivo V50 utilises UFS 2.2 storage, which, for a device priced around ₹35,000, is not up to the mark.
In practical terms, this translates into occasional micro-stutters and a general sense that the phone isn&rsquo;t as responsive as one might expect in its price bracket.&nbsp;
While the device manages regular app launches and basic tasks adequately, the experience during more intensive operations is marred by these performance hiccups.
Running on Funtouch OS 15 based on Android 15, the Vivo V50 delivers a user interface that is feature-rich. However, it is not without its frustrations. The software comes pre-loaded with a fair amount of bloatware &ndash; apps and features that many users will likely find unnecessary and may need to uninstall to streamline the experience.&nbsp;
Also, while many modern smartphones now feature refined haptic feedback systems, the V50 disappoints in this department. Rather than offering the tactile precision that one might expect from a premium device, the V50 relies on a basic vibration motor. The resulting haptics feel noticeably underwhelming.
Despite these software issues, Vivo&rsquo;s commitment to three years of major Android updates and four years of security patches is a welcome assurance.&nbsp;
Cameras
One area where the Vivo V50 shines is its camera system. Vivo has long built a reputation for delivering strong photographic performance, and the V50 is no exception.&nbsp;
The phone is equipped with a robust array of sensors: 50MP main, 50MP ultrawide, and 50MP front. The inclusion of Zeiss tuning is particularly noteworthy.
Photos taken with the V50 are consistently sharp and well-detailed, with the primary sensor capturing images that look quite natural, but with a slight cool tint, as you&rsquo;d expect from Zeiss-tuned smartphone cameras.&nbsp;
Zeiss portraits add a unique and creative twist to portrait photography, producing images that stand apart from the run-of-the-mill results found on many mid-range devices.
However, while the still photography experience is outstanding, the video recording capabilities are decidedly average. Users seeking to capture high-quality video might find the V50 lacking in this regard, as the footage can sometimes feel less refined compared to its photographic output.
Battery Life &amp; Charging
Equipped with a big 6,000mAh battery, the Vivo V50 is designed to last through a full day of heavy use.&nbsp;
The capacity is more than sufficient to support the phone&rsquo;s power-hungry features, and the integration of 90W fast charging means that downtime is kept to a minimum.&nbsp;
Users can expect a solid performance in terms of endurance, with a screen time of around 8.5 hours with mixed use.
Vivo V50 Review
So that&rsquo;s the Vivo V50. For those who prioritise aesthetics and camera performance, the Vivo V50 is quite a nice option. Its design, particularly in the Starry Night variant, is a visual treat.
Then, for photos, particularly portraits, this phone is as good as it gets in the sub-₹35,000 segment. &nbsp;
However, if your focus is on strong performance, then there are much more powerful options available in this price segment.

This state-of-the-art equipment is a collaborative effort between the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI).

ISRO Reveals Largest Planetary Mixer for Propellant

This state-of-the-art equipment is a collaborative effort between the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI).

In a groundbreaking development, India's space technology has reached new heights with the creation of the world's largest vertical planetary mixer, designed for solid propellant production.
This state-of-the-art equipment is a collaborative effort between the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI).
During a handover ceremony on February 13 in Bengaluru, the mixer was officially handed over to the Director of the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), A. Rajarajan, in the presence of ISRO Chairman S. Somanath and CMTI Director K. Prasad.
Enhancing solid propellant production
The advanced mixer represents a pivotal component in India's space propulsion capabilities. Solid propellants, essential for rocket motors, demand meticulous and controlled mixing due to the sensitive nature of the materials. Weighing 150 tonnes and measuring 5.4 meters in length, 3.3 meters in breadth, and 8.7 meters in height, this new mixer promises to significantly enhance the consistency, quality, and scalability of solid propellant production.
Driving towards self-reliance in space technology
This development marks another milestone in India's mission for self-sufficiency in key technologies. The Department of Space has been proactively advancing indigenous manufacturing, and this mixer is testament to India's growing prowess in aerospace engineering and production. After successful factory-level acceptance tests, the mixer is poised to play a crucial role in advancing the nation's space transportation infrastructure.
Implications for future ISRO missions
The introduction of this mixer emphasizes the importance of improving both safety and efficiency in solid propellant preparation for future ISRO endeavors. This technological breakthrough is expected to underpin upcoming launch vehicle developments, further solidifying India's influence in the international space sector.

The Galaxy S25 may look unchanged, but beneath the surface, there’s more going on. With AI features, top-tier performance, and subtle refinements, is it quietly brilliant or playing it too safe?

Samsung Galaxy S25 Review: The small flagship that still delivers

The Galaxy S25 may look unchanged, but beneath the surface, there&rsquo;s more going on. With AI features, top-tier performance, and subtle refinements, is it quietly brilliant or playing it too safe?

The Galaxy S25 Ultra may be the star of Samsung&rsquo;s lineup, but for most people, the smaller S25 is the smarter choice. Sure, some say it&rsquo;s more of the same, but with new Galaxy AI features, a compact design, and one of the best chipsets of the year, the S25 strikes a great balance between power and simplicity.&nbsp;
<h3>Design &amp; Display</h3>
The S25 sticks to a familiar design, featuring a 6.2-inch display, triple rear cameras, and a premium glass-and-aluminum build. It remains one of the most compact flagship Android phones, standing out in a market where devices like the Pixel 9 keep getting bigger.&nbsp;
The bezels are slightly smaller, but only by a fraction of a millimeter&mdash;nothing you&rsquo;d actually notice. It&rsquo;s still a well-built phone that lets Samsung&rsquo;s excellent display shine, but at this point, high-end smartphones are starting to look eerily similar.&nbsp;
Speaking of the display, the S25 sticks with the FHD AMOLED panel and 120Hz refresh rate from the S24, along with the 2,600 nits peak brightness. It&rsquo;s bright, vibrant, and feels incredibly smooth when scrolling.
<h3>Performance</h3>
The S25 runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip&mdash;at least in India, where there&rsquo;s no Exynos this time, which is a welcome change. Samsung also gets a special "For Galaxy" edition, though the only difference is a slight overclock by Qualcomm to justify the branding.&nbsp;
Performance is buttery smooth&mdash;apps, games, and the interface all run flawlessly. The phone does get a bit warmer than the S25 Plus under heavy loads, but not by much. The smaller size means it can&rsquo;t dissipate heat as effectively, which is why Samsung added a 15% larger vapor cooling chamber&mdash;and for the most part, it does the job well.
<h3>Battery &amp; Charging</h3>
The Galaxy S25 sticks with a 4,000mAh battery, 25W wired charging, and 15W wireless charging&mdash;the same as last year&rsquo;s S24.
Battery life isn't too bad for a smaller phone. I averaged 5&ndash;6 hours of screen time across two days, while heavier users can expect just over six hours in a single day before needing a recharge. With a Samsung 25W charger, the S25 hit 56% in 30 minutes&mdash;decent, but not as fast as some Chinese rivals.
<h3>Cameras</h3>
Let&rsquo;s talk cameras&mdash;because this part feels overdue for an upgrade. The S25 sticks with the same 50MP main, 12MP ultrawide, and 10MP 3x telephoto setup that hasn&rsquo;t changed much since the S22&mdash;and it&rsquo;s identical to last year&rsquo;s S24.
That&rsquo;s not to say it&rsquo;s a bad system&mdash;photos come out consistently good, with improved 2x zoom and a reliable 3x telephoto, though it lacks the reach of 5x zoom rivals. The ultrawide is solid but brings nothing new. Video remains sharp, portraits look great, and there are plenty of modes&mdash;except macro, which is still missing.
A new tool for video creators is Samsung Log, a recording format that makes color correction and exposure adjustments easier. You can apply a color profile on-device, but keep in mind Galaxy Log files are massive, so it&rsquo;s not ideal for everyday use.
<h3>Loads of AI</h3>
AI is once again the big focus for Samsung&rsquo;s Galaxy S25 lineup, but most of the new features haven&rsquo;t felt all that essential. Google&rsquo;s Gemini has replaced Bixby as the default assistant when holding the power button&mdash;a welcome upgrade&mdash;but oddly, Bixby is still hanging around. It can tweak phone settings, but having two assistants feels redundant. Why not just let Gemini handle everything?
And honestly, Gemini is impressive. It can pull details from your screen and take action without extra taps. Need to book a meeting? Just ask, and it&rsquo;ll add the event straight from an email. Planning a trip? It can gather flight details, suggest hotels, and even draft a message to your travel buddies&mdash;all with a simple command. Whether it's summarizing a long article or pulling directions from a photo of a billboard, Gemini feels like a true AI assistant, not just a voice-activated search tool.
The other big AI upgrade is Now Brief, a lock screen or home screen widget that compiles info from various apps into a quick, AI-generated digest. It can include sleep scores, news, photos, and commute times, but the depth of insights depends on your notes, events, and connected devices.
Other AI tools make everyday tasks easier&mdash;natural language search in Gallery and Settings, AI Select for editing parts of a screen or video, and Audio Eraser to remove unwanted sounds.
Unlike Apple&rsquo;s rollout of Apple Intelligence, every Galaxy S25 AI feature is fully available at launch&mdash;no waiting required.
<h3>Software</h3>
The software experience on the Galaxy S25 series isn&rsquo;t just about AI&mdash; One UI 7, Samsung&rsquo;s Android 15-based interface it brings a fresh design with smoother icons, revamped menus, and smarter layouts.
Notifications and quick settings now have separate windows, Samsung&rsquo;s default apps get a cleaner look, and larger home screen folders let you access apps directly.&nbsp;
The biggest change is Now Bar&mdash;a dynamic widget at the bottom of the lock screen for quick access to live activities like navigation, sports scores, or media playback. Inspired by Apple&rsquo;s Dynamic Island, Samsung&rsquo;s take is more flexible, letting you flick through multiple full-sized widgets instead of being limited to one at a time.
Samsung also promises seven years of OS and security updates, keeping the S25 series supported until 2032&mdash;matching Google&rsquo;s Pixel for the longest Android update commitment.
<h3>Price &amp; Avaialibilty&nbsp;</h3>
The Samsung Galaxy S25 starts at Rs. 80,999 for the 12GB + 256GB model, while the 12GB + 512GB variant costs Rs. 92,999. You can find it on Samsung&rsquo;s online store, Amazon.in, and other major online and offline retailers.
<h3>Verdict</h3>
The S25 is a great small phone, but it&rsquo;s another year of small refinements rather than big changes.
That said, it&rsquo;s still the best compact Android flagship around. Where competitors keep getting bigger, the S25 stays refreshingly light, thin, and easy to hold&mdash;without sacrificing screen quality. The switch to Qualcomm&rsquo;s new top chip brings a noticeable performance boost, and Samsung&rsquo;s AI tools show promise.
For those wanting the smallest high-end Android that&rsquo;s actually good, the S25 is the one to beat.

Nu Republic Starboy 6 Review: Brings the Hype to Budget Headphones

Can a budget gaming headset really deliver bold design, deep bass, and ultra-low latency without cutting corners? The Nu Republic Starboy 6 promises to do just that—with LED-lit earcups, a flip mic, and X-Bass® tech, all for just ₹2,499.

<h2>Can a budget gaming headset really deliver bold design, deep bass, and ultra-low latency without cutting corners? The Nu Republic Starboy 6 promises to do just that&mdash;with LED-lit earcups, a flip mic, and X-Bass tech, all for just ₹2,499.</h2>

Nu Republic has built a reputation for delivering budget-friendly audio gear with a flair for design, and the Starboy 6 Wireless Headphones are no exception. Priced at INR 2,499, these headphones aim to provide a feature-packed experience with a bold LED-lit design, gaming-focused performance, and bass-heavy sound.
But do they deliver beyond the flashy aesthetics? Let&rsquo;s dive into the pros and cons to see if the Starboy 6 is worth your money.
<h3>&nbsp;Design &amp; Comfort: Built to Turn Heads</h3>
The Starboy 6 makes a statement&mdash;literally. With breathing LED lights on the earcups, these headphones aren&rsquo;t designed to blend in. If you like your tech to match your vibe, this is right up your alley. The lights aren&rsquo;t customizable, though, which might be a letdown for those who love RGB personalization.
Beyond the aesthetics, Nu Republic has gone for a lightweight, ergonomic design that&rsquo;s comfortable for long hours. The memory foam earcups and vegan leather finish give it a premium feel for its price, and the padding ensures a snug fit without causing discomfort.
However, the earcups might feel a little tight for users with larger heads. The headband is adjustable, but the overall clamping force is on the firmer side.
<h3>&nbsp;Audio Quality: X-Bass Lives Up to Its Name</h3>
Nu Republic&rsquo;s X-Bass technology is at the heart of the Starboy 6&rsquo;s audio profile. The bass is deep and punchy, which works great for bass-heavy genres like hip-hop, EDM, and Bollywood bangers.
The mids and highs, however, are not as detailed. Vocals and instrumentals sometimes take a backseat to the bass, which might not appeal to those who prefer a more balanced sound. That said, if you enjoy thumping bass and energetic sound, these headphones deliver exactly that.
For gaming, the 42ms low latency mode ensures that audio syncs well with visuals. Footsteps, gunshots, and in-game effects come through clearly, making this a solid choice for mobile gaming.
<h3>&nbsp;Mic &amp; Call Quality: Decent but Not Perfect</h3>
A standout feature of the Starboy 6 is its flip mic, which is rare in this price range. It&rsquo;s flexible and easy to position, making it great for gaming and streaming.
The mic quality is good for casual gaming and voice chats but not studio-level. It does pick up some background noise despite having ENC (Environmental Noise Cancellation), but it gets the job done for in-game comms and Zoom calls.
<h3>&nbsp;Controls &amp; Connectivity: Dual Pairing&nbsp;</h3>
One of the most convenient features here is dual pairing, allowing you to switch between two devices effortlessly. You can take calls on your phone and then jump back into your game on a laptop without disconnecting manually.
Button controls are intuitive and responsive, letting you adjust volume, switch tracks, and change modes without reaching for your phone. The lack of touch controls might feel like a step back for some, but physical buttons are more reliable in a gaming headset.
<h3>&nbsp;Battery Life: Enough Juice for a Full Day</h3>
Nu Republic claims 30 hours of battery life, and in real-world use, it&rsquo;s close. At moderate volume, you can easily get around 25-27 hours, which is still impressive for this price.
However, the LED lights impact battery life&mdash;so if you use them constantly, expect a slight drop in runtime. Charging speed isn&rsquo;t the fastest, and it takes around 2-2.5 hours for a full charge,
<h3>&nbsp;Final Verdict: A Solid Budget Gaming Headset with Style</h3>
The Nu Republic Starboy 6 is an easy recommendation for gamers and bass lovers who want a budget-friendly, stylish headset. The low latency, strong bass, and flip mic make it a great option for mobile gaming, while the LED design and comfortable fit add to its appeal.
That said, if you prefer a balanced audio profile or need professional-grade mic quality, this might not be the best fit. But for ₹2,499, you&rsquo;re getting a lot of value&mdash;making this a standout choice in the budget segment.

The Samsung Galaxy S25+ walks the fine line between premium and practical. With top-tier performance, AI-powered software, and a stunning display, it feels like a flagship without the Ultra’s baggage. But does ‘Plus’ truly mean better—or just bigger?

Samsung Galaxy S25+ Review: The Perfect Middle Child?

The Samsung Galaxy S25+ walks the fine line between premium and practical. With top-tier performance, AI-powered software, and a stunning display, it feels like a flagship without the Ultra&rsquo;s baggage. But does &lsquo;Plus&rsquo; truly mean better&mdash;or just bigger?

Samsung has dropped its latest flagship lineup, and the Galaxy S25+ is sitting right in the middle of the pack&mdash;offering premium features without the Ultra&rsquo;s hefty price tag. But is it worth your money, or should you just go for the regular S25? Let&rsquo;s break it down.
<h3>&nbsp;Design &amp; Build: Sleek, Slim, and Surprisingly Light</h3>
At first glance, the Galaxy S25+ might look like an identical copy of its predecessor, but Samsung has made some subtle changes. aiat is slimmer than before at just 7.3mm thick and weighs only 190g. That makes it noticeably more compact and easier to hold, especially compared to some of the bulkier flagships out there.
The phone features completely flat metallic rails with a premium glass back and front, making it feel sleek and modern.
However, while the glass back looks stunning, it&rsquo;s a smudge magnet. If you hate constantly wiping fingerprints off your phone, you might want to slap a case on it.
Samsung has also refreshed the color palette this year. The Silver variant we tested looks elegant&nbsp; but there are other vibrant options to suit different styles.
And, of course, it&rsquo;s still IP68-rated for dust and water resistance, so accidental spills or quick dips in water won&rsquo;t be a problem.
<h3>Display: Samsung Flexing on the Competition Again</h3>
If there&rsquo;s one area where Samsung always dominates, it&rsquo;s displays. The Galaxy S25+ rocks a stunning 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel with a buttery smooth 120Hz refresh rate.
Everything from scrolling to gaming feels ultra-responsive, and the 2600 nits peak brightness makes it even better for outdoor use. HDR content looks phenomenal, with deep blacks and punchy colors that make movies and games pop.
Haptics are also excellent, with precise vibrations that add to the overall premium feel.
<h3>Performance: Samsung Ditches Exynos (Finally!)</h3>
For years, Samsung&rsquo;s Exynos chips have been hit-or-miss, but this time, they&rsquo;ve gone all-in on Snapdragon across all markets. The Galaxy S25+ is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy&mdash;a custom-tuned version of Qualcomm&rsquo;s latest chip.
Geekbench scores show that the S25+ excels in multi-core performance, even beating the iPhone 16 Plus.&nbsp;
Whether you&rsquo;re playing Genshin Impact at max settings, jumping between multiple apps, or editing videos, the S25+ handles it effortlessly. And thanks to a 15% larger vapor cooling chamber, it stays cooler under heavy loads.
Daily use is just as smooth, with fast app launches, seamless multitasking, and zero lag. Combine that with the 120Hz refresh rate, and you&rsquo;ve got a device that feels incredibly fluid.
<h3>&nbsp;Software: One UI 7 &amp; The Power of Galaxy AI</h3>
The S25+ runs on One UI 7, based on Android 15, and Samsung has really refined the experience this time around. It&rsquo;s fast, intuitive, and more polished than ever.
A big reason for this is Galaxy AI. Now in its second year, Samsung&rsquo;s AI-powered features actually feel useful rather than gimmicky.
Circle to Search makes looking things up effortless&mdash;just draw a circle around anything on-screen, and Google Gemini will fetch relevant info.
Note Assist helps summarize long notes, extract key details, and even translate text in real-time.
I'm also a fan of the new Now Bar feature, which lets you keep live activities running at the bottom of the lock screen while controlling your music app without unlocking the phone.
Samsung has officially replaced Bixby with Google Gemini. Long-pressing the power button now brings up Gemini, which is miles ahead of most smartphone assistants when it comes to answering questions and handling requests.
Samsung is also promising 7 years of Android updates and security patches, so the S25+ will stay fresh for years to come.
<h3>Battery &amp; Charging: Solid, But Could Be Better</h3>
The S25+ is packed with a 4,900mAh battery, which is a slight upgrade from last year. In real-world usage, it easily lasts a day and a half with moderate to heavy usage.
In our battery test (3 hours of YouTube streaming over Wi-Fi at max brightness), it dropped to 86%, which is impressive.
With 45W wired charging, the S25+ goes from 0 to 100% in about 70 minutes. That&rsquo;s not as fast as&nbsp; many other flagships out there.
Wireless charging is still capped at 15W, but there&rsquo;s Qi2 support this time, which enables better magnetic charging&mdash;if you buy a compatible Qi2 case.
<h3>&nbsp;Cameras: A Familiar Setup, But AI Boosts Make a Difference</h3>
On paper, the S25+ has the same triple-camera setup as its predecessor:
50MP main sensor 10MP 3x telephoto 12MP ultrawide
But don&rsquo;t let the unchanged specs fool you&mdash;Samsung has improved image processing with better HDR, sharper details, and more natural skin tones.
Daylight shots are vibrant, with excellent dynamic range. Low-light photos have less noise and improved shadow details. Zoom performance is solid, with the 3x optical telephoto delivering crisp results, even at 10x zoom.
Portraits look great, though Samsung still leans towards punchier colors rather than realistic tones. Selfies are crisp and detailed, though Samsung&rsquo;s processing can sometimes exaggerate colors (my green hoodie looked turquoise).
For video, the S25+ shoots 4K 60FPS with impressive stabilization, and there&rsquo;s even 4K 60FPS Log recording, which is great for those who like to tweak footage in post-production.
<h3>Final Verdict: Should You Buy the Galaxy S25+?</h3>
The Galaxy S25+ is priced at ₹99,999 for the 12GB RAM/256GB storage variant. If you&rsquo;re looking for a balanced flagship with a premium design, top-tier display, long software support, and AI-driven features, the Galaxy S25+ is a fantastic choice. It offers better battery life, a larger display, and faster charging than the regular S25 while keeping a more reasonable price than the Ultra.
However, if you prefer a smaller phone or want to save money, the regular S25 still gives you most of the same experience, just in a more compact package.

If you’re looking for a device that combines premium build quality with good value for money, the Realme P3 Pro is a great option.

Realme P3 Pro Review: Premium Design, Affordable Price

<h2>If you&rsquo;re looking for a device that combines premium build quality with good value for money, the Realme P3 Pro is a great option.</h2>

Realme has been lightning-quick with its P-series updates. Less than a year since its inception, we are already on the third generation model.
But, this Realme P3 Pro is actually impressive for the price. It starts at ₹23,999 for the base 8GB+128GB variant, but you can get it for ₹21,999 with launch offers.
<h3>Realme P3 Pro Design, Display &amp; Audio</h3>
In fact, value for money hasn't been Realme&rsquo;s forte of late, but the P3 Pro completely changes that.
You can actually call it the Realme 14 Pro+ Lite, if that makes sense.&nbsp;
Okay, so the moment I unboxed the P3 Pro, it was obvious that it shares almost every design cue with the Realme 14 Pro+. From the dimensions to the button layout and even the subtle curves on the front and rear, both devices look like twins.&nbsp;
This is pretty awesome, since you are essentially getting the quality in-hand feel of the 14 Pro+, but at a more affordable price point. The P3 Pro is probably the best built smartphone in its segment despite being made of plastic.
Obviously, the camera island is different, because there isn&rsquo;t much emphasis on cameras on this thing, but we&rsquo;ll talk about that later.
So, the 14 Pro+ launched with a silly party trick, where putting it in icy water changed its rear pattern. Well, the P3 Pro also has a bespoke trick of its own.
This Nebular Glow colourway absorbs UV light and glows at night with this trippy texture. Realme says it mimics ultraviolet light interacting with oxygen atoms in space.
I'm not sure about the space part, but yeah, it looks super psychedelic.
If this is too much for you then worry not, because subtler colour options are on offer as well.&nbsp;
The P3 Pro is quite durable too: it features Gorilla Glass 7i protection on its display and offers up to an IP69 rating for water and dust resistance.&nbsp;
Let&rsquo;s move onto the display now, which is quite great as well. By the way, this is also the same display as the Realme 14 Pro+.&nbsp;
So, you get a 6.83-inch AMOLED panel which is quad micro-curved. You also get symmetrical bezels which is quite a big deal on an affordable smartphone like this one.&nbsp;
The display also has a 120Hz refresh rate, but its implementation isn&rsquo;t particularly good because even after forcing 120Hz, some apps still ran on 90 or 60Hz.&nbsp;
Anyway, this display has a good enough HBM brightness of 1200 nits. Plus, it is also HDR10 and Widewine L1 certified.
Adding to the multimedia experience are dual stereo speakers. They&rsquo;re quite loud and offer decent bass, but the top end can sound harsh at high volumes. I suggest capping it at around 70% for the best audio balance.
<h3>Realme P3 Pro Performance &amp; Software</h3>
Let&rsquo;s now talk about this phone&rsquo;s performance. This phone is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chip, which, as you&rsquo;ve guessed it, is also used on the Realme 14 Pro+. It is not a very powerful chip for the 14 Pro+, but it&rsquo;s quite great for the P3 Pro&rsquo;s segment.&nbsp;
It managed to score 8.3 lakh points on Antutu. Its CPU&rsquo;s stability performance is also pretty impressive when put under stress.
The 7s Gen 3 is perfectly capable of playing BGMI at 90fps. But best of all, we noticed no frame drops or overheating during our 30 minute gaming session. You can also bypass charging to keep temperatures in check while gaming.
On the software front, there is Realme UI 6 built on top of Android 15. Typical of most Realme phones, there are loads of pre-installed apps here, and those infamous hot apps &amp; games folders too.&nbsp;
However, as a whole, the UI is pretty smooth to navigate by segment standards, which is aided by UFS 3.1 storage.&nbsp;
The haptics on this device are also quite impressive for the price, which make typing and scrolling quite enjoyable.
Realme UI 6 has some pretty useful AI features as well, especially for photo editing and writing in the notes app.&nbsp;
You also have a handy AI language translator here.&nbsp;
<h3>Realme P3 Pro Cameras</h3>
Alright, it&rsquo;s time to shift focus on the camera system, which in fact is the only major area where the P3 Pro differs from the Realme 14 Pro+.
It does not get ultrawide and telephoto sensors: the three cutouts you see in the camera island include a flash, a 50MP primary sensor, plus a fairly pointless 2MP depth sensor.
The good news is that the primary sensor is the same IMX896 with OIS as seen on the Realme 14 Pro+. There&rsquo;s HyperImage+ post processing too.
Please watch the video for photo &amp; video samples.
I was thoroughly impressed by this camera&rsquo;s detail retention and dynamic range across multiple scenarios. There&rsquo;s also a portrait mode with good bokeh drop off and edge detection, but colours do appear muted in this mode. Night time shots also turn out to be great for a mid-range smartphone.&nbsp;
This sensor can take 4K 30fps videos as well, but there&rsquo;s literally no stabilization at 4K. Details remain quite decent though.&nbsp;
Selfies from the 16MP front camera are quite impressive in terms of sharpness and skin tones.&nbsp;
<h3>Realme P3 Pro Battery &amp; Charging</h3>
Moving on, this smartphone has a huge 6,000mAh battery, which ensures that you&rsquo;ll get around 9 hours of screen time with medium use, which is fantastic.
To top it off, the P3 Pro also supports quick 80W fast charging and comes with a bundled adaptor as well.&nbsp;
<h3>Realme P3 Pro Review</h3>
The Realme P3 Pro is definitely one of the most impressive launches of this year because it does most of the things right, while feeling more expensive than what it really is.&nbsp;
Sure, not having an ultrawide camera is definitely a major drawback.&nbsp;
Still, if you&rsquo;re on a hunt for a mid-range smartphone that punches above its weight, look no further.

Vivo’s V50 is here to impress with its stunning 6.77-inch AMOLED display, 50MP Zeiss cameras, and a powerful Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chip.

Vivo V50 Unboxing & First Impressions: A Sleek Beast with Power to Match!

Vivo&rsquo;s V50 is here to impress with its stunning 6.77-inch AMOLED display, 50MP Zeiss cameras, and a powerful Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chip.

Vivo has just launched the V50 in India, and it&rsquo;s clear they mean business. As the successor to last year&rsquo;s V40, this phone brings a smoother design, upgraded hardware, and serious durability. Let&rsquo;s dive into the unboxing and first impressions to see if it lives up to the hype.
<h3>Unboxing Experience</h3>
Inside the box, you get the Vivo V50 , a transparent silicon case, a 90W FlashCharge adapter, a USB Type-C cable, a SIM ejector tool, and the usual paperwork. The inclusion of a charger is a welcome move, considering how many brands have started ditching them.
<h3>Display</h3>
The V50 sports a 6.77-inch FHD+ curved AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, making scrolling and gaming feel incredibly smooth. It reaches a peak brightness of 4500 nits, ensuring excellent visibility even under direct sunlight. Vivo has also included Diamond Shield protection, which is said to offer 50% more strength than the previous model. The punch-hole front camera is neatly placed and houses a 50MP sensor with autofocus, ensuring high-quality selfies.
<h3>Performance and Software</h3>
Powering the device is the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset, paired with up to 12GB of RAM. It supports 5G connectivity and runs on Android 15 with FuntouchOS 15. Vivo has promised three years of Android updates and four years of security patches, making this a reliable long-term option.
<h3>Design and Build</h3>
The phone has a premium feel with its sleek design. The power and volume buttons are positioned on the right side, while the bottom houses the dual SIM slot, USB-C port, and speaker. The top features a secondary microphone and speaker vents. The V50 is both IP68 and IP69 rated, offering strong resistance against dust and water, making it a durable choice for everyday use.
One of the most stunning aspects of the V50 is the Starry Night variant.&nbsp; This is India&rsquo;s first phone to feature 3D-Star technology, which creates an almost hypnotic depth effect on the back panel. The way light plays across its surface makes it feel dynamic and alive&mdash;more like a piece of art than a regular smartphone.&nbsp;
<h3>Camera Capabilities</h3>
Vivo has packed the V50 with a 50MP main camera featuring OIS and an Omnivision OV50E sensor, along with a 50MP ultra-wide lens with a 119-degree field of view. The AI Studio Light Portrait Mode enhances low-light photography, while video recording capabilities go up to 4K on both front and rear cameras. Ultra Stabilization mode is available, though it reduces the resolution to 1080p. There is also manual aperture control for portrait videos, but this is limited to 1080p resolution.
<h3>Battery and Charging</h3>
Despite its slim 7.39mm profile, the V50 houses a massive 6000mAh battery, a notable upgrade over its predecessor. With 90W fast charging support, the phone powers up quickly, ensuring minimal downtime.
<h3>Pricing and Availability</h3>
The Vivo V50 starts at Rs. 34,999 for the 8GB + 256GB variant. Pre-orders are already live, and the phone will be available from February 25th through Amazon, Flipkart, Vivo&rsquo;s official website, and offline stores.
<h3>Early Verdict</h3>
The Vivo V50 combines a stunning display, powerful cameras, and a long-lasting battery in a sleek and durable design. It offers a balanced mix of performance and style, making it a strong contender in the mid-range segment. A full review will be coming soon to see how it holds up in real-world usage.

Eric Schmidt, ex-Google CEO, warns of AI misuse, stressing the need for balanced regulation. He supports restricting AI tech exports to rival nations.

Eric Schmidt: AI Misuse & Regulation Concerns

Eric Schmidt warns about AI misuse by rogue states, stressing regulation. He supports export restrictions to curb rival advancements.

Over the past couple of years, artificial intelligence (AI) has been thrust into the global spotlight, especially with key events such as the recent AI summit in Paris and the emergence of China's DeepSeek.
Since the debut of ChatGPT in late 2022, governments worldwide have been wrestling with how to regulate AI, striving to strike a balance between ensuring security and promoting economic growth.
In a new twist, former Google CEO Eric Schmidt has expressed serious concerns about potential AI misuse.
In an interview with the BBC, Schmidt warned of a "Bin Laden scenario," where "rogue states" could leverage AI to inflict harm on innocent people.
"I'm always worried about the 'Osama Bin Laden' scenario," Schmidt remarked. "Think about North Korea, or Iran, or even Russia.
These entities could pursue malicious objectives, potentially utilizing AI to orchestrate a devastating biological attack."
Schmidt emphasized that the rapid advancement of AI technology presents a real risk of misuse by malicious actors, who might exploit it to cause tangible harm.
Addressing the need for vigilant oversight, Schmidt highlighted that while private companies primarily drive AI innovation, governments must closely monitor these developments. "We're not advocating for unchecked progress," he stated. "Regulation is necessary."
However, Schmidt cautioned against over-regulation, arguing that excessive constraints have stifled AI innovation in Europe. He likened AI to a revolution as significant as electricity, stressing the need for a balanced regulatory approach.
Interestingly, Schmidt supports the Biden administration's policy of restricting the export of advanced microchips to China and 17 other nations to hinder their AI advancements. Yet, this strategy faces scrutiny, as China's DeepSeek recently matched top Western AI firms' capabilities while minimizing expenditure and employing older Nvidia chips for its AI models.

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Meta introduces Quest 3, its latest mixed reality headset with improved features such as a sharper display, faster processor, lighter design, redesigned controllers, and eye tracking support, offering enhanced immersive experiences.

Meta Quest 3 headset debuts ahead of Apple Reality Pro launch

Meta introduces Quest 3, its latest mixed reality headset with improved features such as a sharper display, faster processor, lighter design, redesigned controllers, and eye tracking support, offering enhanced immersive experiences.

Meta has launched its new Quest 3 mixed reality headset, which will be available to buy later this year for $499.99.
The Quest 3 features a sharper display, a faster processor, and a lighter design than its predecessor. Additionally, the headset comes with redesigned controllers with TruTouch haptics and hand tracking.
It will also be the first Meta headset to support eye tracking, which will allow for more immersive experiences.
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The iPhone 16e packs Apple's latest A18 chip, a 48MP camera, and wireless charging but ditches MagSafe, an ultrawide lens, and a high-refresh-rate display. A mix of essentials—just not all of them.

iPhone 16E Review: Just Enough iPhone

The iPhone 16e packs Apple's latest A18 chip, a 48MP camera, and wireless charging but ditches MagSafe, an ultrawide lens, and a high-refresh-rate display. A mix of essentials&mdash;just not all of them.

The iPhone 16e is Apple&rsquo;s newest attempt at making a "budget" iPhone, but let&rsquo;s be honest&mdash;Apple&rsquo;s definition of budget is different from everyone else&rsquo;s. At ₹59,900, this is still a premium phone, but it&rsquo;s also the most approachable way to get into the iOS ecosystem with Apple&rsquo;s latest hardware.
It&rsquo;s a phone that makes some interesting choices: it gets a 48MP main camera but loses the second lens, it has the latest A18 chip but lacks a high-refresh-rate display, and it adopts wireless charging but ditches MagSafe. &nbsp;
It&rsquo;s a mix of upgrades and trade offs, and whether or not it works for you depends on how much you care about what&rsquo;s missing. Let's break it down further!
<h3>&nbsp;Design &amp; Build: A Familiar Look</h3>
The iPhone 16e&rsquo;s flat-sided design is instantly familiar&mdash;it follows the same design language Apple has stuck to since the iPhone 12. The back glass, however, gets a sophisticated textured matte finish, which not only looks more refined but also makes the phone feel more premium in hand.&nbsp;
Unlike most modern iPhones, there&rsquo;s no prominent camera bump here&mdash;just a single lens sitting flush with the back. I&rsquo;ve been testing the white variant, and while there&rsquo;s also a black option, that&rsquo;s it for colour choices&mdash;at least for now.
The iPhone 16e&rsquo;s display feels like d&eacute;j&agrave; vu&mdash;it&rsquo;s essentially the same 6.1-inch screen as the one on the iPhone 14. It keeps the old-school notch at the top, housing the selfie camera and Face ID sensors.
The notch itself isn&rsquo;t particularly intrusive, but after using Dynamic Island on other iPhones, I found myself missing its handy background activity updates, like timers or live delivery tracking. &nbsp;
The Action Button, first introduced on the iPhone 15 Pro, is now here, letting you customize quick actions instead of just a mute switch. It&rsquo;s handy, though most people will probably just leave it set to ring/silent.
<h3>&nbsp;Display: Beautiful but still 60Hz</h3>
Let&rsquo;s get this out of the way&mdash;the iPhone 16e&rsquo;s display is perfectly fine but not exciting. It&rsquo;s a 6.1-inch OLED Super Retina XDR panel, with 1200 nits HDR brightness, solid color accuracy, and deep blacks.
But&hellip; it&rsquo;s still 60Hz.
That&rsquo;s a little frustrating in 2025, considering how even mid-range Android phones now offer at least 90Hz or 120Hz. The animations and scrolling still feel smooth thanks to iOS optimizations, but once you&rsquo;ve experienced high refresh rates, going back feels like a step down.
<h3>The A18 Chip Delivers (Of Course)</h3>
The A18 chip inside the iPhone 16e is Apple&rsquo;s latest and greatest, only slightly dialed down from the one inside the standard iPhone 16. It&rsquo;s fast, efficient, and overkill for most people.
Gaming? Runs flawlessly. Even demanding titles like Genshin Impact play smoothly. Multitasking? No hiccups. Everyday tasks? Effortless.
You&rsquo;re getting flagship-level performance in Apple&rsquo;s most affordable new iPhone, which is pretty impressive. This also means it&rsquo;ll stay fast for years, easily handling software updates for a long time.
And speaking of longevity, this is the first iPhone with Apple&rsquo;s new C1 modem&mdash;a big deal, considering Apple has been relying on Qualcomm for years. While real-world testing showed small improvements in call quality and network reliability, this shift is more about Apple controlling its own silicon ecosystem.
<h3>Battery Life: Small Upgrades, Big Gains</h3>
Apple claims the iPhone 16e has the best battery life ever on a 6.1-inch iPhone&mdash;and after using it, I believe them. I consistently hit 7 hours of screen time on busy days, which is better than the iPhone 15 and even some Pro models from the past.
The new C1 modem seems to be more power-efficient, helping extend battery life during streaming, calls, and everyday use.
Charging, though? That&rsquo;s where things get weird.
Yes, the iPhone 16e has 20W wired charging and USB-C, but Apple removed MagSafe. That&rsquo;s right&mdash;no MagSafe wireless charging, which feels like a strange omission.
Sure, it still supports standard wireless charging, but losing MagSafe at this price is disappointing, especially since it was a major selling point for accessories and charging docks.
<h3>More Megapixels, But Less Cameras</h3>
The biggest change on the iPhone 16e is the 48MP main camera. It&rsquo;s a significant upgrade from previous budget iPhones, capturing sharper photos, better low-light shots, and crisp 2x zoom images.
Night mode is noticeably better, and portraits have a beautiful depth-of-field effect. But &mdash;you don&rsquo;t get an ultrawide lens.
For most people, this might not matter, but if you like capturing wide landscapes or group shots, you might miss it. It&rsquo;s a trade-off between higher-quality photos vs. versatility.
On the video side, Apple has introduced Audio Mix, which enhances vocal clarity by reducing background noise. It&rsquo;s a subtle but great feature for content creators.
<h3>&nbsp;iOS 18 and Apple Intelligence</h3>
Of course, the iPhone 16e runs iOS 18, and because it&rsquo;s the new kid on the block, it&rsquo;ll be supported for years. But the real big news here is Apple Intelligence. You&rsquo;ve probably seen the name plastered everywhere&mdash;on billboards, in keynote slides, maybe whispered in your sleep.
Yes, the iPhone 16e gets the full AI treatment&mdash;writing assistance, AI-powered image editing, and Visual Intelligence. Since it lacks a dedicated Camera Control button, Apple lets you map Visual Intelligence to the Action Button, which is a neat workaround.
Are these AI features game-changers? Not really. They&rsquo;re cool, sometimes handy, but not a must-have reason to upgrade. The real magic is still down the road, and when it gets here, the 16e will be in the mix&mdash;which is nice, I guess.
<h3>&nbsp;iPhone 16e Review: Verdict</h3>
The iPhone 16E feels like it should nail the essentials&mdash;but what even counts as an "essential" iPhone feature these days? It&rsquo;s less about any single spec and more about the right mix of them. And for some people, the 16E hits that sweet spot with snappy performance, solid battery life, and a sharp main camera.
I think it's a good choice for first-time iPhone buyers who want Apple&rsquo;s latest hardware. That said, ₹60,000 is a lot of money. If you&rsquo;re considering it, definitely look into trade-ins and discounts to soften the blow. Or, you know, there&rsquo;s always EMI.
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In this Samsung Galaxy A56 review, we find out if this latest smartphone can hold its own against some of its popular rivals.

Samsung Galaxy A56 Review

<h2>In this Samsung Galaxy A56 review, we find out if this latest smartphone can hold its own against some of its popular rivals.</h2>

Looking for a solid upper mid-range phone? Samsung just dropped the Galaxy A56 in India, starting at ₹41,999. But in this fiercely contested price bracket, does it offer enough to win you over?
Let's dive deep into what the Galaxy A56 brings to the table and assess if it deserves your attention.
<h3>Design and Build</h3>
Starting off, the Galaxy A56 sports a premium glass sandwich design with a sturdy metal frame, immediately giving off a premium feel.&nbsp;
However, Samsung has taken a recycling approach by borrowing heavily from designs reminiscent of the Galaxy A50 and A50s models from five years ago. This might evoke a sense of nostalgia for some users but may feel outdated for others.
The phone's flat design might not be ergonomically perfect, yet it has a unique raised frame near the right-side buttons, adding a distinctive character.&nbsp;
A design downside is the device's noticeable wobbling issue when placed on flat surfaces, making it unstable even with minor taps.
On the bright side, Samsung ensures superior durability by incorporating IP67 dust and water resistance and Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection, providing peace of mind against accidental spills or drops.
<h3>Display and Audio</h3>
The Galaxy A56 features a vibrant 6.7-inch AMOLED display, offering full HD+ resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate. This combination ensures smooth scrolling and fluid animations.&nbsp;
Its HBM brightness tops out at 1200 nits, it comfortably handles outdoor visibility in most scenarios, making it suitable for media consumption and gaming.
Audio is another strong suit of the Galaxy A56, with its stereo speakers delivering impressive depth and clarity. Vocals are crisp, and the bass response is notably superior, significantly enhancing multimedia experiences such as movie watching or casual gaming sessions.
<h3>Cameras</h3>
Samsung equips the Galaxy A56 with a triple-camera setup, consisting of a 50MP primary camera, a 12MP ultrawide lens, and a 5MP macro camera. While the macro camera feels somewhat unnecessary, the primary sensor does an admirable job in various lighting conditions.
Daylight photography on the Galaxy A56 tends to produce cooler-toned images. HDR performance is decent but occasionally struggles with overly bright scenes.&nbsp;
In low-light conditions, Samsung excels, capturing brighter images compared to many competitors, which can be crucial for those who frequently snap nighttime shots.
The ultrawide camera, although lower resolution compared to the main sensor, offers respectable performance, despite lagging a bit in dynamic range and colour accuracy compared to its rivals.&nbsp;
Portrait photography, however, isn't Samsung's strongest point due to the lack of a dedicated telephoto lens. Portraits rely on digital cropping, resulting in slightly softer images.
But, selfie lovers will appreciate the front camera&rsquo;s consistent and natural skin tone reproduction.
Video capabilities are quite solid, allowing 4K recording at 30fps from both the main and ultrawide cameras. Stability and detail retention in video mode stand out positively, making this phone a viable option for casual content creators or vloggers.&nbsp;
<h3>Performance and Software</h3>
The Galaxy A56 is powered by Samsung&rsquo;s Exynos 1580 processor, placing it squarely within the mid-range performance bracket. In day-to-day usage, the device handles general tasks smoothly, without noticeable hiccups.&nbsp;
However, intensive tasks like gaming can reveal its limitations. For example, popular games such as BGMI currently run at around 30fps, reflecting the chipset's mid-tier status. Future software optimisations might improve this scenario.
Running Android 15 with Samsung's latest OneUI 7, the software experience feels polished and user-friendly.&nbsp;
While the presence of some bloatware slightly dampens the experience, Samsung does introduce several useful AI-driven features, although significantly trimmed down from the premium Galaxy S-series.
Storage-wise, Samsung uses UFS 3.1, ensuring decent load times for apps and files, though it slightly trails behind faster storage solutions seen in competing models.
Samsung traditionally excels in software longevity, and the Galaxy A56 continues this trend, promising an impressive six years of OS and security updates.&nbsp;
This long-term support is ideal for users who prefer keeping their devices longer, ensuring the phone remains secure and updated over its lifespan.
<h3>Battery Life and Charging</h3>
Battery life on the Galaxy A56 is good, with its 5,000mAh battery capable of delivering around 7.5 hours of screen-on time under moderate usage. Most users will comfortably get through a full day without needing to recharge midway.
Charging speed, however, is slightly less impressive, maxing out at 45W. Additionally, Samsung has decided not to include the charger in the box, requiring buyers to purchase one separately.
<h3>Samsung Galaxy A56 Review</h3>
The Samsung Galaxy A56 emerges as a balanced mid-range offering, particularly appealing to users prioritising durability, multimedia performance, and long-term software support.&nbsp;
It isn't a performance powerhouse, nor does it offer blazing fast charging.
But, for users deeply embedded in Samsung's ecosystem or those looking for a reliable, well-rounded smartphone without breaking the bank, the Galaxy A56 could be an ideal choice.

The Vivo T4x 5G brings a massive 6500mAh battery, a smooth 120Hz display, and the Dimensity 7300 chipset at a competitive price. 

Vivo T4x Review: Big Battery, Cool Design, and Solid Performance!

<h2>The Vivo T4x 5G brings a massive 6500mAh battery, a smooth 120Hz display, and the Dimensity 7300 chipset at a competitive price. With a stylish design, loud stereo speakers, and decent cameras, it checks a lot of boxes. But is it the best in its segment?</h2>

The Vivo T4x is here, and I&rsquo;ve got to say&mdash;it&rsquo;s packing some serious heat! From a massive battery to a sleek design and solid performance, this phone is trying to shake up the sub-15K segment.
I&rsquo;ve been using it for over a week now, and I&rsquo;m ready to tell you if it&rsquo;s actually worth your money.
<h3>Battery Beast!</h3>
Let&rsquo;s start with the biggest highlight&mdash;the battery. Vivo has gone all out with a 6500mAh battery, and that&rsquo;s HUGE. But a big battery usually means longer charging times, right? Well, not really.
The T4x comes with 44W Flash Charge, and yes, you get the adapter inside the box! It takes about 40 minutes to go from 1% to 50%, which is pretty solid.
As for battery life, it easily lasts around a day and a half with normal usage. Even if you push it hard with gaming, social media, and video streaming, it still holds up with more than seven hours of screen-on time. No battery anxiety here!
<h3>Design</h3>
The unit I have is in Pronto Purple, but if that&rsquo;s not your style, there&rsquo;s also Marine Blue. The phone looks premium, and despite the massive battery, it&rsquo;s surprisingly slim at 8.09mm. It does weigh 204 grams, but the weight is well distributed, so it never felt uncomfortable in my hand.
The back has a nice matte finish, while the camera island gets a glossy touch. I like this contrast&mdash;it gives the phone a premium feel. That said, I do wish the camera module was a bit smaller for a more refined look.
But the real showstopper is the dynamic light feature. It flashes different colours for notifications, calls, and even while charging. It&rsquo;s not just a gimmick&mdash;it&rsquo;s actually useful, and it looks cool too.
Durability is also a big plus here. The T4x has an IP64 rating, so it&rsquo;s resistant to dust and water. Even if your hands are wet, the touch response stays smooth. The phone has also&nbsp;passed a military-grade shock resistance test, so it should survive a few accidental drops without an issue.
<h3>Display with Loud Speakers</h3>
The Vivo T4x features a 6.72-inch Full HD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate, and the experience is great. Scrolling is smooth, animations look clean, and colors pop nicely. With 1050 nits of peak brightness, outdoor visibility is no problem.
And if you love watching content, you&rsquo;re in for a treat. The dual stereo speakers on this phone get insanely loud&mdash;they can boost volume by up to 400%. It&rsquo;s perfect for music, videos, or even gaming without headphones.
<h3>Performance</h3>
Under the hood, the T4x is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300&mdash;the same chipset found in the CMF Phone 1. What makes this exciting is that this chip is usually reserved for phones in the 20K price range, so seeing it here is a big win.
In my testing, the phone handled everything smoothly, and the 8GB of RAM in my unit made multitasking a breeze. BGMI runs at 60fps with no frame drops, and day-to-day performance feels snappy.
Benchmarks back it up too, with an Antutu score of 690,000. Plus, the CPU throttling test showed no major heating or performance drops.
You get 128GB and 256GB storage options, and I&rsquo;d strongly recommend going for the 256GB variant because there&rsquo;s no expandable storage here.&nbsp;
<h3>Software</h3>
The Vivo T4x runs on Funtouch OS 15 based on Android 15, and there are some really useful features here. One of the coolest is &lsquo;Circle to Search,&rsquo; which lets you search for anything&mdash;images, videos, or text&mdash;just by circling it on the screen.
You also get customizable Always-On Display styles to tweak clock designs and colors, and there&rsquo;s AI screen translation, which can instantly translate any webpage or text.
There is some bloatware for sure, but the good news is most of it can be uninstalled, so it&rsquo;s not a huge deal.
<h3>Camera Performance</h3>
Now, let&rsquo;s get to the cameras. The Vivo T4x 5G sports a dual-camera system on the back, featuring a 50-megapixel primary sensor paired with a 2-megapixel depth sensor. On the front, there&rsquo;s an 8-megapixel selfie camera.&nbsp;
The primary rear camera takes decent outdoor shots, but when it comes to human subjects, it tends to soften and brighten skin tones a bit too much. Sometimes, the photos even look like oil paintings.
Portrait mode does a good job with objects, but edge detection isn&rsquo;t the best. And in 2x mode, there&rsquo;s an odd issue where the camera randomly removes fine details, like hair on the hand.
Surprisingly, the Vivo T4x 5G holds its own in low-light photography. Shots come out with a good amount of detail, and the noise is kept in check.&nbsp;
The selfie camera performs well too, producing natural-looking photos with good portrait mode effects. Video recording goes up to 4K at 30fps with stabilization, which is a welcome feature at this price point.&nbsp;
<h3>Final Verdict: Worth It?</h3>
The Vivo T4x is a powerhouse when it comes to battery life, performance, and design. It&rsquo;s got a massive battery with fast charging, a sleek and lightweight build with dynamic lights, a smooth 120Hz display, and a solid MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chip.
If cameras aren&rsquo;t your top priority, this phone is an absolute steal at a starting price of Rs 13,999. It nails the essentials and then some, making it a great choice for anyone looking for a stylish, long-lasting, and high-performing device.

OnePlus Red Rush Days Sale is back from March 4-9, 2025, with big discounts on the OnePlus 13 series, Nord CE4, OnePlus 12R, and more. Get instant bank discounts, exchange bonuses, and no-cost EMI on smartphones, tablets, wearables, and audio devices

OnePlus Red Rush Days Sale is Back! Big Discounts, Bank Offers & More

OnePlus Red Rush Days Sale is back from March 4-9, 2025, with big discounts on the OnePlus 13 series, Nord CE4, OnePlus 12R, and more. Get instant bank discounts, exchange bonuses, and no-cost EMI on smartphones, tablets, wearables, and audio devices.

OnePlus just dropped some fire news&mdash;the Red Rush Days Sale is back! Starting from March 4th, 2025, OnePlus is showing love to its community with massive discounts, cool bank offers, and crazy EMI deals on its hottest devices. Whether you&rsquo;re eyeing the new OnePlus 13 series, Nord CE4, or some sleek IoT gadgets, now&rsquo;s the time to snag them.
<h3>Deals on Smartphones</h3>
OnePlus 13 Series (OnePlus 13 &amp; OnePlus 13R)
<ul>
<li>Flat ₹5,000 instant bank discount on the OnePlus 13.</li>
<li>OnePlus 13R (16GB + 512GB) users get a ₹3,000 instant bank discount + a ₹2,000 limited-time price drop.</li>
<li>No-cost EMI up to 24 months with Bajaj Finserv, HDBFS, and select credit cards.</li>
<li>Exchange Bonus: Get up to ₹7,000 on OnePlus 13 and ₹4,000 on OnePlus 13R.</li>
</ul>
OnePlus 12 Series (OnePlus 12 &amp; OnePlus 12R)
<ul>
<li>Flat ₹4,000 instant bank discount on OnePlus 12, plus an extra price drop of up to ₹8,000 on select banks.</li>
<li>OnePlus 12R gets a ₹3,000 instant bank discount + a massive ₹10,000 temporary price cut.</li>
<li>No-cost EMI for up to 9 months.</li>
</ul>
OnePlus Nord 4
<ul>
<li>Up to ₹1,000 off (limited-time discount)</li>
<li>₹4,000 instant bank discount on select credit cards.</li>
<li>No-cost EMI up to 9 months.</li>
</ul>
OnePlus Nord CE4 &amp; CE4 Lite
<ul>
<li>₹1,000 price drop on OnePlus Nord CE4.</li>
<li>Up to 6 months no-cost EMI for Nord CE4 and 3 months EMI for Nord CE4 Lite.</li>
<li>Instant bank discounts: ₹2,000 on Nord CE4, ₹1,000 on Nord CE4 Lite.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Deals on Tablets</h3>
<ul>
<li>OnePlus Pad 2 &amp; OnePlus Pad Go</li>
<li>₹2,000 instant bank discount + up to 9 months no-cost EMI.</li>
<li>₹3,000 exchange bonus on OnePlus Pad 2.</li>
<li>OnePlus Pad Go: ₹2,000 instant bank discount, ₹1,000 off, and up to 6 months EMI.</li>
<li>Students get an extra ₹1,000 off.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Deals on IoT &amp; Wearables</h3>
<ul>
<li>OnePlus Watch 2</li>
<li>₹3,000 instant bank discount + ₹1,000 exclusive discount.</li>
<li>No-cost EMI up to 9 months.</li>
</ul>
OnePlus Watch 2R
<ul>
<li>No-cost EMI for up to 6 months.</li>
<li>₹2,000 instant bank discount + ₹1,000 exclusive discount.</li>
</ul>
OnePlus Buds Pro 3
<ul>
<li>₹1,000 exclusive discount + ₹1,000 instant bank discount. More Audio Deals</li>
<li>Big discounts on OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro, OnePlus Nord Buds 2R, OnePlus Bullets, Wireless Z2 ANC, OnePlus Nord Buds 3, and OnePlus Buds 3.</li>
</ul>
<h3>When &amp; Where?</h3>
The Red Rush Days Sale is running from March 4th - March 9th, 2025. You can grab these deals from:
<ul>
<li>OnePlus.in &amp; OnePlus Store App</li>
<li>OnePlus Experience Stores</li>
<li>Amazon.in &amp; Retail Partners (Reliance Digital, Croma, Vijay Sales, Bajaj Electronics)</li>
<li>Mark your calendars and gear up for some killer deals. Which OnePlus device are you grabbing?</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;

Samsung has launched the Galaxy A56, A36, and A26 in India with AI features, One UI 7, and six years of updates. Prices start at ₹32,999, with launch offers on higher variants. The A56 and A36 are available now, while A26 pricing will be announced la

Samsung Galaxy A56, A36, A26 Launched – India Pricing Revealed with Introductory Offers!

Samsung has launched the Galaxy A56, A36, and A26 in India with AI features, One UI 7, and six years of updates. Prices start at ₹32,999, with launch offers on higher variants. The A56 and A36 are available now, while A26 pricing will be announced later.

Samsung has launched the Galaxy A56, A36, and A26 in India with AI features, One UI 7, and six years of updates. Prices start at ₹32,999, with launch offers on higher variants. The A56 and A36 are available now, while A26 pricing will be announced later.

Samsung has launched three new smartphones in its Galaxy A-series lineup&mdash;Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G, and Galaxy A26 5G&mdash;all running on Android 15-based One UI 7. These devices come equipped with AI-powered features, including Google&rsquo;s Circle to Search, and Samsung is committing to six years of software support, ensuring longevity in both security and OS updates.
<h3>Price and Variants</h3>
The Galaxy A56 is available in three variants: 8GB RAM + 128GB storage for ₹41,999, 8GB RAM + 256GB storage for ₹44,999, and 12GB RAM + 256GB storage for ₹47,999. It comes in three color options&mdash;Awesome Olive, Awesome Lightgray, and Awesome Graphite.
The Galaxy A36 also has three configurations: 8GB RAM + 128GB storage for ₹32,999, 8GB RAM + 256GB storage for ₹35,999, and 12GB RAM + 256GB storage for ₹38,999. Available colors include Awesome Black, Awesome Lavender, and Awesome White.
Pricing and availability details for the Galaxy A26 will be revealed later.
<h3>Availability and Launch Offers</h3>
The Galaxy A56 and A36 are now available for purchase via Samsung&rsquo;s official website, retail stores, and online marketplaces.
Samsung is also offering introductory discounts, allowing customers to grab higher storage variants at a lower price:
<ul>
<li>The 12GB + 256GB variant of the Galaxy A56 is available for ₹44,999 instead of ₹47,999.</li>
<li>The 8GB + 256GB variant of the Galaxy A56 is available for ₹41,999 instead of ₹44,999.</li>
<li>The 12GB + 256GB variant of the Galaxy A36 is available for ₹35,999 instead of ₹38,999.</li>
<li>The 8GB + 256GB variant of the Galaxy A36 is available for ₹32,999 instead of ₹35,999.</li>
</ul>
Additionally, buyers can get Samsung Care+ one-year screen protection for ₹999. No-cost EMI plans are available for up to 18 months on the A56 and 16 months on the A36.
<h3>AI-Powered Features and What&rsquo;s New</h3>
Samsung is integrating AI-driven tools under its "Awesome Intelligence" suite, bringing features previously seen in its premium Galaxy S series. These include:
<ul>
<li>Circle to Search &ndash; A gesture-based search tool for instant lookups.</li>
<li>Object Eraser &ndash; Removes unwanted elements from photos.</li>
<li>Best Face and Nightography (Exclusive to A56) &ndash; Enhances selfies and low-light shots.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Specifications</h3>
The Galaxy A56 features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+. It runs on the Exynos 1580 processor and comes with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. The rear camera setup includes a 50MP primary sensor with OIS, a 12MP ultra-wide lens, and a 5MP macro sensor, while the front camera is 12MP. A 5000mAh battery powers the device, supporting 45W wired charging.
The Galaxy A36 has the same 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection. It is powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor and offers up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. Its camera setup includes a 50MP primary sensor with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 5MP macro sensor. The front camera is 12MP, and the device houses a 5000mAh battery with 45W wired charging.
The Galaxy A26 also sports a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It runs on the Exynos 1380 processor with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. The rear camera setup consists of a 50MP primary sensor with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro camera. The front camera is 13MP, and the device is backed by a 5000mAh battery with 25W wired charging.
All three phones come with IP67 dust and water resistance and Samsung&rsquo;s promise of six years of software updates, including six Android OS upgrades and six years of security patches.
With this launch, Samsung is bringing premium software support, AI features, and long-term reliability to its mid-range A-series lineup.

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