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In the Indian smartphone market, the sub-20k price bracket is one of the most competitive segments right now, with phones offering the latest features at lucrative prices. This is why every new phone in this segment must prove its mettle to win users over. In an attempt to do just that, OPPO has introduced its latest mid-ranger – A79 5G – in the market. Does this phone have what it takes to compete with the likes of Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G, OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite, and more? Read my detailed review down below to find…

The Tecno Pop 8 is a budget smartphone, which shares more than a few similarities with its cousin, the Infinix Smart 8HD. While the Tecno smartphone boasts a slightly different finish and a 12MP primary camera, as opposed to the 13MP camera on the Infinix phone, the remaining features are very similar. This begs the question of whether the smartphone, with its reduced camera sensor and distinctive design, is a better buy than the Infinix Smart 8 HD (review) and other competitors. Read on this Tecno Pop 8 review to find…

The new OPPO Reno11 Pro shares the same ethos as the previous Reno iterations, that is, focusing heavily on cameras and design. Now that may also suggest that the Reno11 Pro isn’t exactly a powerhouse, but don’t solely rely on numbers. The real-life performance can be entirely different and often indistinguishable compared to some of its immediate peers.But the one thing that the Reno11 Pro cannot hide is its price tag. Available in a single storage configuration (12GB + 256GB) at Rs 39,999, it competes with the likes of…

The POCO X5 Pro (review), launched last year, came as a compelling option for gaming, though it did feel like an iterative upgrade to me. However, its successor, the POCO X6 Pro, is a different story. While the handset draws a few similarities with its predecessor, it boasts several noteworthy improvements. The smartphone comes with a new chipset as well as refreshed software. Moreover, the display has undergone a few tweaks to enhance the overall gaming experience. Do these factors make the POCO X6 Pro a worthwhile…

There are several things I like about the new Redmi Note 13 Pro+ despite being it the most expensive Redmi Note smartphone ever (starting at Rs 31,999 in India). It boasts a more modern and upbeat design, thanks to the addition of a 3D curved display and vegan leather back. There’s 120W charging support with a charger of the same output provided in the box, capable of fully charging the smartphone in under 30 minutes. Additionally, the phone is guaranteed to receive three years of Android updates, which is impressive…

The itel S23+ comes across as a unique offering in the sub-Rs 15,000 segment. At a time when everyone is embracing the 5G trend, the smartphone is sticking to a generation-old cellular connectivity. However, it compensates with its display, design, cameras, and battery life. How does it turn out for the smartphone? Let’s find out in this itel S23+ review. Read on.VerdictThe itel S23+ comes across as a good device for multimedia consumption for budget buyers. Its design and battery life are also something to write home…

Vivo’s X series is still quite fresh in India, having been introduced in the country in 2019. Within this span, the brand has managed to release some impressive flagship phones focused on top-notch cameras for photography enthusiasts. With the Vivo X90 Pro (review) last year, we got a phone that wasn’t just about the cameras but the design and hardware as well, all of which made for an impressive package. We now have the Vivo X100 Pro in India that aims to one-up what the Vivo X90 Pro offers.VerdictThe Vivo X100 Pro is…

The Realme C67 5G appears to be an affordable version of the Realme 11x, with the only notable difference being the camera. This C-series smartphone is equipped with a 50MP primary camera instead of the 64MP found in the 11x. The rest of the specifications are largely the same. Does the cost-effectiveness, at the expense of reduced camera resolution, make or break this smartphone? Furthermore, how does the smartphone compare to its competitors in the market? Read on this Realme C67 5G review to uncover the…

The POCO C65 is POCO India’s new budget offering, which comes barely 11 months after the debut of the POCO C55 (review). Both phones draw power from the same MediaTek Helio G85 chipset, though the new model offers minor upgrades. For instance, the new POCO C65 includes a slightly taller display and an improved camera system. The new iteration also has done away with 64GB storage for the base model, which I feel is a good step forward as we enter 2024.Thankfully, there has been no price hike despite the modest upgrades.…

Razer is a brand best known for its gaming peripherals. While some of its devices, including gaming mice and headphones, are widely available in India, Razer gaming laptops are mostly unavailable or at least very tricky to get. But I’ve gotten my hands on the Razer Blade 14, powered by the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS octa-core processor. Special thanks to AMD India for letting us test this gaming laptop. Because it’s not our usual review, I am focusing on this laptop’s ability to handle video editing, gaming, and professional…