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Ameya DalviMay 08, 2023 10:55:48 ISTPros:– Premium design and rugged build– IP68 ingress protection– Excellent performance across all cameras– Topnotch video quality– Sharp OLED display with a variable refresh rate– A16 Bionic chip is a solid performer– Multiple OS updates guaranteed Cons:– No bundled charger, no real fast charging– Telephoto camera underwhelms in low light– Expensive Rating: 4/5Price: Rs 1,19,999 onwards The most popular Apple product in India currently is the Apple Store they recently opened here amid a…

Ameya DalviMay 08, 2023 17:59:39 ISTGenerally, the segment of Flagship Killers starts at a slightly higher price point. But this month we have quite a few handsets that can be termed as that within the budget of Rs 30,000 itself. We have phones with high-quality AMOLED displays with high refresh rates, flagship-grade processors, impressive cameras with features like optical image stabilisation (OIS) and more. 5G is a staple now, and all handsets are ready for that network. Time to look at the best half a dozen phones you…

FP TrendingMay 09, 2023 17:35:42 ISTIn a latest development for smartwatch enthusiasts and WhatsApp users, the Meta-owned instant messaging application will now support Wear OS, an Android operating system that is particularly designed to connect smartwatches with mobile phones. As per the latest reports, Wear OS is said to be compatible with the latest update of WhatsApp beta and several users have also claimed of being able to access their WhatsApp through their smartwatches. The app which presently includes features…

Mehul Reuben DasMay 08, 2023 10:11:32 ISTPros– Excellent battery life– Aesthetics and design– Segment only 5 nm-based CPU– One of the cheapest 5G phones in the market, with 13 bands– Impressive main camera– Comes with a 3.5mm jack Cons– Single speaker– No OIS in any of the cameras– No IP rating– No charging brick in the box– Bezels and bottom chin– Macro and depth cameras don’t do much Price: Rs 14,990 for the 6GB + 128GB variantRating: 4/5 The budget segment of the Indian smartphone industry has always been a very…

Mehul Reuben DasMay 05, 2023 12:44:18 ISTAfter introducing it earlier this year at CES 2023, Samsung has finally officially launched the premium Neo QLED TVs in India. This year, the business unveiled new 8K TV models in a range of sizes, including a new 98-inch model. It has been selling 98-inch TVs that can display 4K resolution but not greater resolution. The newest Neo QLED TVs from Samsung include an Infinity Screen and Infinity One design, allowing for an ultra-slim profile. The Neo QLED 8K TVs will be available in…

Ameya DalviApr 28, 2023 18:24:47 ISTA budget of Rs 25,000 starts opening up doors to certain high-end features like near flagship grade processors, quality cameras with optical image stabilisation (OIS), high refresh rate AMOLED displays and ample storage. And in certain cases, all of the above. Needless to say, all the chosen phones are 5G ready. Without wasting any more time, let’s take a look at the top 5 phones you can buy under 25K in India this month.  Best phones to buy under Rs 25,000 in India iQOO Neo 6 5GThe…

Mehul Reuben DasApr 25, 2023 19:29:50 ISTPros– Bright and vivid display– Awesome performance– Brilliant camera performance– Great battery life– Understated, but premium design– Speakers– Great ergonomics and feel in the hand– Long software update commitment Cons– Cameras not as great as that of the Galaxy S23 Ultra– 45W wired charging, with no charging brick in the box– System applications take up a lot of memory Price: Rs 94,999 for the 8GB + 256GB variantRating: 4.75/5 The Galaxy S23 Ultra is the best Android smartphone…

Anirudh Regidistudio18Apr 24, 2023 11:53:14 ISTStudio-ready laptops are a different breed from gaming laptops. Where games simply require raw power from powerful CPUs and GPUs, Studio laptops are meant to be used in a professional setting where certain features like colour-accurate displays and reliability are non-negotiable. MSI understands these needs very well, and chose this need as the starting point of the design of their Studio-ready laptop lines. MSI, though, goes a few steps further. These laptops not only offer…

Mehul Reuben DasApr 21, 2023 15:54:35 ISTThe OnePlus Pad has had an unusual launch: the tablet is official, pre-orders have begun, but the pricing will not be announced until April 25. Over in India, Flipkart rushed the gun and placed two listings for OnePlus’ debut tablet before quickly deleting them. Nonetheless, cached copies of the pages are still accessible. According to Flipkart, the OnePlus Pad would be available in two variants in India. The base model with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage will cost INR 37,999…

Ameya DalviApr 21, 2023 17:25:29 ISTOur list of smartphones under Rs 20,000 this month has undergone a complete overhaul as compared to our previous list from last quarter. Most phones are now equipped with 8 GB RAM and at least 128 GB internal storage. You get decent processing power with quite a few handsets going beyond the uber popular Snapdragon 695 chip. We have a phone with 108MP camera, one even with optical image stabilisation (OIS), high refresh rate displays, fast charging, 5G compliance and more. Here are your…