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Budget smartphones, especially those priced below Rs. 10,000, usually offer decent value for money in terms of hardware, in simple, practical packages. Flashy, premium designs are rare, as the focus for such devices is generally to deliver a good enough user experience and very good battery life. However, Realme seems to have come up with something different in its C series. The new Realme C35 boasts of a premium look and finish, which sets it apart. The company has also managed to pack a 5,000mAh battery into the C35's…

Although OnePlus' most recent launch event was expectedly focused on the OnePlus 10 Pro, the company also launched a new product in its Bullets wireless audio range. Unlike the Buds lineup of true wireless headsets, the Bullets models sport a more traditional design with earpieces that are connected to each other via a band. This style might seem dated in the age of true wireless earphones, but OnePlus' latest wireless neckband headset hopes to win over buyers with its focus on getting the basics right.Priced at Rs.…

The Realme GT 2 Pro launched back in January 2022 in China and was one of the first phones to feature Qualcomm's flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC. This phone has finally made its way to India, at a time when we have plenty of new flagships launching with the very same SoC. Some of these include the well-received Motorola Edge 30 Pro (Review), Samsung Galaxy S22 (Review), OnePlus 10 Pro (Review) and iQoo 9 Pro (Review). Realme's secret weapon to make sure the GT 2 Pro stands out is its aggressive pricing.The Realme GT 2 Pro…

Motorola has launched a new budget smartphone in India called the G22, which promises a bit more than just the essential features. Some of its highlights are a 90Hz display, 20W fast charging, and a 16-megapixel selfie camera. Motorola has launched it in a single variant at Rs. 10,999, where it competes with other budget devices such as the Realme C35 (Review), Redmi 10 and Samsung M12. I've spent a little time with the new G22 and here are my first impressions of the phone.The Moto G22 comes with plenty of bundled…

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore — out now in cinemas — comes at a time when the Harry Potter world is possibly at its lowest. The third chapter of the spin-off film series flies in on the back of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald failing critically and commercially, with a review consensus lower than the ghastly Justice League and the second entry making less than any Wizarding World movie before it at the box office. More importantly, Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore arrives at a time…

Multiple brands including Realme, Realme TechLife, and Dizo now operate under Realme's aegis, benefiting from the company's research and development capabilities, sales and service network, and brand reputation in India. Realme TechLife has a rather varied range of products in India, including vacuum cleaners, wireless earphones, and smartwatches. The product I'm reviewing here is the Realme TechLife Watch S100, an affordable smartwatch that promises a lot of features for the price.Retailing at Rs. 2,499 in India, the…

Based in Sweden, Urbanista develops and markets headphones, earphones, and speakers that draw inspiration from various cities around the world. All its core products are named after major global cities. The company has recently launched some of its products in India, including the one I'm reviewing here. The Urbanista Los Angeles is among the company's most expensive and advanced products, with wireless connectivity, active noise cancellation, app support, and a key feature that truly sets it apart from competition in the…

In India, the Yamaha brand name is most likely to make you think of a motorcycle or scooter. However, you'll also find that Yamaha is a reputed name in many other product segments including musical instruments, AV receivers, amplifiers, speaker systems, and headphones, with many of these being technically advanced, premium products for high-budget buyers. The company recently announced a new range of wireless headphones and earphones in India, including the flagship YH-L700A over-ear headphones which I'm reviewing…

Samsung just gave the Android tablet space a big boost by launching three devices in its new Galaxy Tab S8 series. The Galaxy Tab S8, Galaxy Tab S8+, and Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra are targeted at different price points to cater to a wide audience. Samsung's Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is one of the most powerful Android tablets you can get in the market, as it is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC. It is also one of the biggest Android tablets out there, with a massive 14.6-inch display. Is the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra the best…

Although you don't have to spend more than Rs. 40,000 to get a 55-inch Ultra-HD TV these days, increasing your budget does usually get you better features and performance. This also means being able to choose from more brands, including well-known and established options that offer somewhat more assurance of quality and performance. One such brand is Philips, which has positioned itself a step above the entry-level segment.Officially priced at Rs. 89,990 (but usually available at Rs. 69,990), the Philips 55PUT8115/94 TV…