Name: Report: WhatsApp was the most used app in India in 2020
Uploaded: 2021-01-15T15:20:56.000+05:30
Duration: T00M31S
Channel: Editorji News Desk
Description: WhatsApp was reportedly the most used app in India for 2020, beating out even Facebook and Instagram.

The Sony WF-C710N earbuds blend clean audio, decent ANC, and a techy design in a compact package. At ₹8,990, they skip flashy specs but deliver where it counts—great sound, comfort, and clever app features for daily listening.

Sony WF-C710N Review: Surprisingly Good Sound for ₹8,990

<h2><strong id="docs-internal-guid-b72ffd23-7fff-2e3e-2f8a-e37e8f6a0585">Sony&rsquo;s WF-C710N wireless earbuds bring ANC, a unique transparent design, and reliable sound to the sub-₹10K segment. We test the audio, battery, and build to see if they deliver value in 2025.</strong></h2>

<p>There&rsquo;s no shortage of wireless earbuds in 2025, but every now and then, something low-key and weirdly brilliant pops up. Sony&rsquo;s new WF-C710N buds are exactly that. Priced at ₹8,990, Sony claims they bring flagship performance to the mid-range. But on paper, that doesn&rsquo;t quite add up. No LDAC. No multi-driver setup. Not even top-tier ANC numbers.</p>
<p>And yet, once you pop them in, they do something a lot of earbuds forget to do &mdash; they just sound right.</p>
<h3><strong>Sony WF-C710N: Sound Quality&nbsp;</strong></h3>
<p>Right out of the box, the Sony WF-C710N nails audio performance. The tuning is balanced, the soundstage is wide, and the overall clarity feels surprisingly refined. Tracks like Baba O&rsquo;Riley by The Who and Africa by Toto sound open and detailed, with distinct instrument separation and crisp highs. Even on bass-heavy songs like Do I Wanna Know or Arabella by Arctic Monkeys, the low end stays punchy without overwhelming the vocals or treble.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.editorji.com/tech-news/gadget-review/sony-wh-1000xm5-review-the-best-just-got-better-1663752187567">Sony</a> is working with a single 5mm driver and support for just SBC and AAC, which might sound limiting. But its DSEE, or Digital Sound Enhancement Engine, handles audio processing beautifully. It upscales compressed audio and makes everything sound more natural and fuller. There&rsquo;s no harshness, no over-engineered edge, just a clean and lifelike presentation.</p>
<p>Volume levels are decent, though not the loudest around. Still, the tuning is so clean and controlled that you rarely feel the need to push them to the max.</p>
<p>The Sony Headphones Connect app adds a lot of flexibility. You get a full EQ, a bunch of presets (the "Bright" one quickly became my go-to), and a &ldquo;Find Your Equaliser&rdquo; feature that builds a sound profile based on your preferences. It&rsquo;s one of the better implementations I&rsquo;ve seen on any audio app.</p>
<p>There&rsquo;s no low-latency gaming mode here, so if you&rsquo;re someone who games a lot on your phone, that&rsquo;s something to keep in mind. These earbuds are clearly tuned for music and calls, not competitive gaming.</p>
<h3><strong>Sony WF-C710N: ANC &amp; Call Quality</strong></h3>
<p>On the noise cancellation front, the design of the WF-C710N offers surprisingly good passive isolation even before you turn anything on. Once you do, Sony&rsquo;s Digital Noise Cancellation kicks in. It prioritizes comfort and does particularly well with higher-frequency sounds like chatter or AC hum. It won&rsquo;t completely silence a noisy subway, but it gets you close without the ear pressure some ANC buds cause. For day-to-day use, it&rsquo;s solid.</p>
<p>Adaptive Sound Control is a standout. It learns where and how you use your earbuds and automatically switches between noise cancelling and ambient modes based on your routine. There&rsquo;s also Quick Attention mode &mdash; just tap and hold the bud to temporarily lower the volume for quick conversations. It works instantly and feels seamless.</p>
<p>Transparency mode is also well done. It sounds natural and doesn&rsquo;t have that fake, overly bright hiss that some earbuds produce. You just hear the world around you, the way you&rsquo;re supposed to.</p>
<p>Call quality holds up well. Even in noisy spaces, your voice comes through clearly and background noise stays in check. You can take calls confidently without worrying about sounding like you're underwater.</p>
<h3><strong>Sony WF-C710N: Design &amp; Comfort&nbsp;</strong></h3>
<p>The Sony WF-C710N comes in a pill-shaped, semi-transparent case that stands out from the usual. It has a bit of a Cyberpunk-meets-industrial aesthetic that feels fresh, especially in the Blue variant. You can actually see some of the internals through the shell, which gives it a gadgety, engineered vibe that I really like. That said, they could&rsquo;ve hidden the red and yellow wires a bit better; they&rsquo;re clearly visible through the transparent shell and kind of break the otherwise clean look.</p>
<p>The case is compact enough to slip into most coin pockets, but it does bulge out a bit more than others. The hinge, though, is a weak spot. It creaks slightly when you open or close it, and the plastic exterior feels like it could scratch pretty easily with regular use.</p>
<p>The buds themselves carry that same translucent, techy design . Sure, Nothing did it first with their earbuds, but I like Sony&rsquo;s approach too. They also skipped the stem in favour of a rounded, capsule-style shape that blends into your ear. Personally, I found the stemless design less secure, especially during runs or workouts</p>
<p>They&rsquo;re also a little top-heavy, which makes them more prone to slipping out if you&rsquo;re moving around a lot. However, the in-ear fit is snug and you do get extra tips in the box to help you get it just right. The buds are rated IPX4, so they're fine for light rain and sweaty gym sessions, but don&rsquo;t expect them to survive more rugged conditions.</p>
<h3><strong>Sony WF-C710N: Connectivity, Controls &amp; Battery Life</strong></h3>
<p>The Sony WF-C710N supports Bluetooth 5.3, which may not be the latest, but still delivers a reliable connection in most scenarios. I tested it primarily with an iPhone and occasionally with Android devices, and pairing was smooth across both. You also get Google Fast Pair, which makes the initial setup on Android pretty seamless.</p>
<p>There&rsquo;s also Dual Device Connection, which lets you stay connected to two devices at once. Switching between them is mostly smooth, though I did run into an occasional hiccup where audio would stutter for a moment before settling in.</p>
<p>Range is rated at 10 meters, and that holds up well in open spaces. Indoors, with walls or interference, the connection occasionally dropped for a second but quickly recovered. It&rsquo;s not a dealbreaker, but worth noting if you plan to walk around your house with them on.</p>
<p>Controls are tap-based and fully customisable through the Headphones Connect app. You can assign functions like play/pause, track skip, ANC toggle, or voice assistant. The only thing missing here is swipe controls for volume adjustment. You have to tap repeatedly, which works fine, but doesn&rsquo;t feel as intuitive or quick. Swipe gestures would have made daily use a lot smoother.</p>
<p>&nbsp;Battery life on the Sony WF-C710N is impressive. I got around 7 hours of playback with ANC on, and over 27 hours with the case. That&rsquo;s more than enough to get through a full work week without stress. It also charges pretty quickly&mdash;just under 90 minutes for a full top-up. I barely had to think about the battery the entire week. &nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Sony WF-C710N Review: Verdict&nbsp;</strong></h3>
<p>If sound quality is your top priority, the Sony WF-C710N gets the job done without relying on flashy specs. What you get is smart engineering wrapped in a design that feels like it was lifted straight out of Blade Runner &mdash; industrial, minimal, and refreshingly non-gimmicky compared to <a href="https://www.editorji.com/tech-news/gadget-review/nothing-ear-1-black-unboxing-nothing-remains-the-same-1638540142487">Nothing&rsquo;s</a> more attention-hungry earbuds.</p>
<p>They&rsquo;re not perfect. The fit can be finicky, and the case doesn&rsquo;t exactly scream durability. But for everyday listening, commuting, or just zoning out to a beautifully mixed track, Sony nails the essentials.</p>
<h3><strong>Also Watch: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/tech-news/mobiles/iqoo-z10r-review-in-5-simple-points-what-you-need-to-know-1753349773828">iQOO Z10R Review</a></strong></h3>

Think business laptops under ₹40K are boring? The Asus ExpertBook B1403 might just surprise you — with premium durability, solid performance, and a few features you didn’t see coming.

Asus ExpertBook B1 Laptop Review: A budget workhorse that refuses to quit

<p>Think business laptops under ₹40K are boring? The Asus ExpertBook B1403 might just surprise you &mdash; with premium durability, solid performance, and a few features you didn&rsquo;t see coming.</p>

<p>Let&rsquo;s be honest, when you hear &ldquo;business laptop under ₹40K,&rdquo; you probably expect a chunky plastic box that groans under pressure. But Asus wants to challenge that image with the ExpertBook B1403, a military-tested, metal-clad, feature-packed machine that punches well above its price tag. And I&rsquo;ve been using it in the wild: through Delhi metros, monsoon mishaps, and long editing sessions, to see if this thing can actually hold up.</p>
<h3><strong>Asus ExpertBook B1 Laptop Review: Design</strong></h3>
<p>This laptop isn&rsquo;t just built for boardrooms; it&rsquo;s built for battlefields. Not metaphorically; Asus put this thing through 24 different MIL-STD 810H tests. I&rsquo;ve seen people stand on it, pour water on the keyboard, and yank at the ports like they're opening a stubborn packet of chips. And the laptop just&hellip; survives.</p>
<p>Even in real life, I threw it into my bag, jostled it through rush hour in Delhi, and used it in humid, rain-soaked cafes. Not a single creak or glitch. The metal chassis feels solid, the hinge is smooth yet firm, and the whole device weighs just about 1.5 kg and stays under 20mm thick. It&rsquo;s compact without feeling fragile.</p>
<p>As far as ports are concerned, you are covered.. Dual USB-C (with PD and DisplayPort), dual USB-A, HDMI, audio jack, RJ45, and even a Kensington lock slot. Smartly, most of the ports sit on the left, giving your mouse hand the breathing room it deserves.</p>
<h3><strong>Asus ExpertBook B1 Laptop Review: Display</strong></h3>
<p>Let&rsquo;s set expectations: this is a 14-inch 1080p anti-glare IPS panel, pushing 300 nits. Colour-wise, it&rsquo;s 45% NTSC, so no, it&rsquo;s not winning any awards for vibrancy. But for work, media, and the occasional Netflix binge on a flight? Absolutely fine.</p>
<p>And here&rsquo;s the surprise &mdash; I played a few rounds of Valorant on this thing. Did it stutter and heat up a bit? Of course. But it ran. That speaks volumes about the Intel Core i5-13420H chip inside: an 8-core 13th Gen CPU with enough grunt for multitasking, light gaming, and even basic creative work.</p>
<h3><strong>Asus ExpertBook B1 Laptop Review: Performance</strong></h3>
<p>Pair that CPU with 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD, and you&rsquo;ve got yourself a machine that can breeze through Chrome tabs, Zoom calls, spreadsheets, and video playback all at once. For business users or students, this is more than enough.</p>
<p>Benchmarks tell the same story; a Geekbench 6 single-core score of 1903 and a multi-core score of 6850 show the CPU can more than hold its own in day-to-day tasks. The GPU score of 9328 may not break any records, but it&rsquo;s more than respectable for an integrated graphics setup. In Cinebench R23, it clocks in at 6411 on multi-core and 894 on single-core, reinforcing the fact that this machine is built for reliable, consistent productivity, not flashy peak performance. PCMark 10 returns a solid 4132, and 3DMark&rsquo;s Night Raid lands at 11,394. Not mind-blowing, but perfectly competent for a non-gaming ultrabook. It may not turn heads on a benchmark leaderboard, but in real-world use, it gets the job done, and then some.</p>
<h3><strong>Asus ExpertBook B1 Laptop Review: Keyboard &amp; trackpad</strong></h3>
<p>This is where the ExpertBook truly earns its name. The backlit, spill-resistant keyboard is smooth, tactile, and has a lovely 1.35mm key travel. You feel every press without straining your fingers. Asus even added a mylar layer under the keys to make it water-resistant up to 66cc. That&rsquo;s just smart engineering.</p>
<p>The 180-degree hinge is perfect for collaborative work or typing in weird postures. And no, the keyboard doesn&rsquo;t flex under pressure.</p>
<p>The trackpad was serviceable at best. It&rsquo;s not the smoothest, but it&rsquo;s well-sized and accurately placed, with no weird palm rejection issues.</p>
<h3><strong>Asus ExpertBook B1 Laptop Review: Thermals, fan noise, and battery life</strong></h3>
<p>Under normal workloads like browsing, docs, watching video, the machine stays cool and nearly silent. The fans don&rsquo;t make a peep. Push it hard with benchmarks, and yes, it heats up a bit, but not uncomfortably so.</p>
<p>Battery life claims go up to 8 hours. In my usage, which was a mix of web browsing, working on MS Office, and video playback, I averaged around 5-6 hours. Throw in some benchmarks or light gaming, and expect 4 hours tops. It charges back in around 2 hours with the bundled 63Wh charger. Pretty solid overall.</p>
<h3><strong>Asus ExpertBook B1 Laptop Review: Audio &amp; webcam</strong></h3>
<p>Here&rsquo;s something I didn&rsquo;t expect to praise: the speakers. Two smart amps push audio to 94dB &nbsp;good enough for video calls and casual binge-watching without needing headphones. And it&rsquo;s surprisingly distortion-free, even at higher volumes.</p>
<p>The webcam is sharp enough for Zoom and Google Meet, and with Microsoft Studio Effects (via free update), you get software tricks like background blur, auto framing, and eye contact correction, all powered by on-device AI.</p>
<h3><strong>Asus ExpertBook B1 Laptop Review: Software, security &amp; business-ready features</strong></h3>
<p>Asus isn&rsquo;t just selling hardware here, the software suite is just as well-thought-out. The MyASUS and ExpertWidget apps make customisation easy, from fan profiles to charging modes.</p>
<p>Now, coming to security. You get practically everything that you can think of: a fingerprint scanner, optional IR camera with Windows Hello, webcam privacy shield, TPM 2.0 chip, USB access locks, BIOS rollback prevention &mdash; the works. IT admins can even manage fleets of these using the ASUS Control Center remotely.</p>
<p>There&rsquo;s also AI-powered noise cancellation for mics, real-time translation, meeting summaries, and a transcription tool built into the OS-level ExpertMeet software. For a ₹30K-ish laptop, this is quite impressive.</p>
<h3><strong>Asus ExpertBook B1 Laptop Review: Verdict</strong></h3>
<p>The Asus ExpertBook B1403 isn&rsquo;t flashy. It doesn&rsquo;t have OLED panels or fancy haptics. But what it does have is everything a practical, on-the-move professional or student actually needs: durability, real-world performance, great I/O, thoughtful software, and smart design touches.</p>
<p>At around ₹30,000, this thing is an absolute steal, especially when you consider bulk purchase options for teams.</p>
<p>So who&rsquo;s it for? Students, writers, field workers, office-goers, remote warriors, basically anyone who needs a no-nonsense, dependable workhorse that doesn&rsquo;t crack under pressure. Just don&rsquo;t expect buttery gaming or creative-grade display quality.</p>
<p>For the price though, this laptop doesn&rsquo;t just pass the test: it sets the curve.</p>

Is the Realme 15 Pro the best all-rounder around ₹30K? We compared it to the Nord CE 5 and Nothing Phone 3a—see how it holds up in performance, camera, design and more.

Realme 15 Pro review vs oneplus nord ce 5 & nothing phone 3a

<p data-start="2072" data-end="2231"><strong>Realme 15 Pro goes all in on cameras, display and AI&mdash;but can it outplay the Nord CE 5&rsquo;s speed or the Phone 3a&rsquo;s vibe? Here&rsquo;s our take after real-world testing.</strong></p>

<p>The Realme 15 Pro is the latest addition to the brand&rsquo;s popular number series, and, as always, there&rsquo;s a lot of excitement around it.</p>
<p>But it faces some tough competition from the Nord CE 5, a straight-up performance beast, and the Nothing Phone 3a a phone that oozes style.&nbsp;</p>
<p>I&rsquo;ve been using all three for a while now, and I&rsquo;ve got thoughts.</p>
<h2><strong>Performance</strong></h2>
<p>Let&rsquo;s talk performance, because on the surface, all three of these phones sound solid.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Realme 15 Pro rocks the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, the Nord CE 5 is on the Dimensity 8350 Apex and the Nothing Phone 3a, runs on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3.</p>
<p>But, the Realme &amp; Nothing get LPDDR4X RAM, while the Nord CE 5 steps it up with LPDDR5X RAM. For storage, Realme and Nord bring UFS 3.1, whereas Nothing, sticks to UFS 2.2. Not exactly a wise choice.</p>
<p>Also, only the OnePlus supports expandable storage, and I am all for it.</p>
<p>In Antutu, the Nord CE 5 absolutely smoked the other two with a score of over 1.4 million. Realme wasn&rsquo;t bad, it scored about 1.09 million, but Nothing didn&rsquo;t even hit a million.</p>
<p>3DMark&rsquo;s Wildlife Extreme Stress test was wild. The Nord had the highest loop score of 3035, but its stability was just 33.2%. Both Realme and Nothing had a stability of over 99%, but their loop scores were way lower. In fact, Nothing&rsquo;s score was a third of what OnePlus&rsquo; score, which is insane.</p>
<p>In the CPU throttle test however, the Nothing Phone 3a impressed. It dropped to just 92% and had solid scores. Realme dropped to 89%, but had the highest peak performance. The Nord kinda fell apart here. It throttled to 69%, and had the lowest average.</p>
<p>But like I've always said, benchmarks are just numbers. Gaming tells you way more.</p>
<p>Both Realme and OnePlus support 90fps in BGMI, but OnePlus has some clever, frame-boosting tricks. In a 10-minute match, it averaged 118.4fps, dipping to just 112.5 fps for 5% lows. It also ran cooler at 37.4&deg;C.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Realme also did well, averaging 89.5 fps. But the 5% lows dropped to 86.1, and it ran warm at 40.1&deg;C.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Phone 3a supports 120fps in BGMI, but we never crossed 90. It averaged 89.8fps with max temps at 34&deg;C.</p>
<p>I mean, sure, it's stable, but what&rsquo;s the point if it can&rsquo;t deliver what it should?</p>
<p>Also, shoutout to OnePlus and Realme for including bypass charging. That&rsquo;s a lifesaver during long gaming sessions.&nbsp;</p>
<p>So if gaming&rsquo;s a big deal for you, this is pretty much a two-horse race. But what about cameras?</p>
<h2><strong>Cameras</strong></h2>
<p>Well, the Nothing Phone 3a packs a solid setup&mdash;a 50MP main sensor with OIS, a 50MP 2x telephoto, and an 8MP ultrawide.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Realme looks like it comes with three cameras, but actually, it&rsquo;s just a 50MP main with OIS and a 50MP ultrawide. On the front though, it flexes with a 50MP selfie shooter.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Nord CE 5 keeps it simple with a 50MP main and an 8MP ultrawide, and a 16MP selfie cam.</p>
<p>All three main cameras are solid, but each has its quirks. Realme usually nails shots but fumbles white balance here and there.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Nothing Phone 3a sometimes underexposes in bright light, and the Nord CE 5 plays it safe&mdash;consistent, but not exciting.&nbsp;</p>
<p>That said, I&rsquo;d still pick the Phone 3a. Its colours pop, and the detail is just a bit sharper.</p>
<p>In low light Realme takes the crown. It grabs the most detail and nails exposure.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Nothing tends to over-brighten, and the Nord often ends up too dark.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Ultrawide is another win for Realme &mdash;great detail, even if a bit dim. Nothing and Nord are fine, but Nord&rsquo;s output feels the flattest.</p>
<p>Video is a mixed bag. Nothing maxes out at 4K30, while the other two go up to 4K60. All three of them have pretty good stabilisation. But I&rsquo;d still go with Nothing&mdash;it looks better, and has better colours.</p>
<p>Realme nails selfies with sharp detail and solid edge detection, while the Phone 3a also holds up well. Nord&rsquo;s photos feel flat and occasionally off in colour.</p>
<p>For me, the Nothing Phone 3a is the best overall camera pick, thanks to its versatile setup. Realme comes in a close second with strong low-light and ultrawide performance.</p>
<p>Now, let's quickly take a look at the other stuff.&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>Design</strong></h2>
<p>The Nord CE 5 also looks great, especially in this blue finish, but still misses out on the alert slider and even the new plus key.</p>
<p>Realme 15 Pro has a mostly plastic body. Ours came in Silky Purple, which looks nice, but I don&rsquo;t like how cheap the plastic back feels. &nbsp;However, Realme does feel the lightest and slimmest in the hand.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Nothing of course, has its glyph lights, but the Realme too has a cool, colour-changing pulse ring around one of the cameras to alert you about notifications.</p>
<p>You can also shake the Realme 15 Pro to launch the camera or turn on the torch &mdash; a trick borrowed from Moto phones. It&rsquo;s just as gimmicky, but I have to admit, I kind of like it.</p>
<p>Realme also wins big on durability with its IP66, 68, and 69 ratings, along with Gorilla Glass 7i on the front.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Nord has IP65, and Nothing settles for IP64 with Panda Glass.&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>Display</strong></h2>
<p>Realme also crushes it on display&mdash;6.8-inch, 10-bit AMOLED panel, 1800 nits HBM, 6500 nits peak brightness&mdash;it has all the impressive numbers. To me, it looks brighter and better than the other two, in every way, though I am not a fan of the quad-curved panel.</p>
<p>Weirdly though, it is a 144Hz panel that only works in some system apps, not in games. Maybe a software update will fix that&hellip;</p>
<p>Now, both the Realme and Nothing come with stereo speakers, but the Nord only packs a mono set-up, which was a massive red flag for me</p>
<h2><strong>Software</strong></h2>
<p>When it comes to software, Nothing OS is clean and minimal with 3+6 years of updates, but OnePlus edges ahead with 4+6 years and a smoother OxygenOS 15 experience. Realme UI is more cluttered but loaded with AI tools like voice editing and glare removal in photos, though it only offers 2+3 years of software support.</p>
<p>OnePlus has its own AI tools, but it&rsquo;s not as stacked as Realme. So if you care about AI features, Realme easily offers the most to play with.</p>
<h2><strong>Verdict</strong></h2>
<p>Now, the big question. How do you pick one between the three&hellip;</p>
<p>If cameras and killer design are your top priorities, the Nothing Phone 3a is the one that turns heads and delivers.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Nord CE 5 is your no-nonsense workhorse; fast, tough, and reliable that just drives everything with brute force. &nbsp;</p>
<p>But the Realme 15 Pro is the all-rounder here. It may not top every chart, but it consistently holds its ground across the board, be it cameras or performance.&nbsp;</p>

The iQOO Z10R delivers killer looks, 4K selfie video, and smooth Dimensity 7400 power under ₹20K. Here's a quick 5-point review to see if it's worth the hype.

iQOO Z10R Review in 5 Points

<p><strong>With a premium finish, 4K selfie videos, and smooth everyday performance, the iQOO Z10R packs big features under ₹20K, with just a few minor trade-offs.</strong></p>

<p>iQOO has just rolled out the Z10R, and it&rsquo;s turning heads&mdash;for all the right reasons. Priced under ₹20,000 (₹17,499 to be precise), this one&rsquo;s playing in budget territory but flexing like a premium device. From unexpected camera chops to top-tier performance, it&rsquo;s got serious main character energy. That said, it&rsquo;s not without a few minor annoyances.</p>
<p>Here&rsquo;s everything you need to know, broken down into 5 quick points:</p>
<h2><strong>Premium looks, rugged build</strong></h2>
<p>It may be a budget phone, but it sure doesn&rsquo;t look like one. The Aquamarine finish pops, and the in-hand feel screams premium. On top of that, the phone has IP68 and IP69 ratings, meaning it&rsquo;s well-protected against water, dust, and clumsy moments. It&rsquo;s rare to find that kind of durability in this segment.</p>
<h2>Performance that punches way above its weight</h2>
<p>Running on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400, the Z10R clocks over 7.5 lakh on Antutu (according to iQOO). Whether you're into gaming, multitasking, or bingeing reels all day, the performance is buttery smooth and doesn&rsquo;t stutter.</p>
<h2><strong>Cameras that deliver</strong></h2>
<p>The rear packs a 50MP Sony IMX882 sensor, and the results are genuinely good&mdash;sharp details and natural tones. But the real surprise is the front cam: a 32MP sensor capable of 4K video at 30fps. That&rsquo;s perfect for creators, vloggers, or just anyone who wants crisp, high-res selfies without shelling out big bucks.</p>
<h2>Gorgeous screen, slightly annoying curves</h2>
<p>You get a 120Hz AMOLED display that&rsquo;s bright, colourful, and super fluid. The only catch? It&rsquo;s quad-curved. While it looks stunning, curved panels are notorious for accidental touches, and good luck finding a screen protector that fits just right.</p>
<h2><strong>Battery&rsquo;s decent, but not groundbreaking</strong></h2>
<p>With a 5,700mAh battery and 44W fast charging, you&rsquo;re covered for a full day. It&rsquo;s not the fastest charging in the game, but it&rsquo;s reliable and gets the job done without complaints.</p>
<h2><strong>Final take</strong></h2>
<p>The iQOO Z10R doesn&rsquo;t play by budget rules. It&rsquo;s stylish, speedy, and loaded with features you don&rsquo;t typically find under ₹20K. The curved screen and okay-ish charging are the only real compromises. If you&rsquo;re after a phone that stands out without breaking the bank, this one&rsquo;s a no-brainer.</p>

The Infinix Hot 60 5G+ offers smooth performance with a Dimensity 7020 chip, 120Hz display, Android 15, and 5G support — all for just ₹10,499. With solid battery life and thoughtful design, it’s a strong pick for budget buyers, despite a few trade-of

Infinix Hot 60 5G+ Review: Smart, Fast, and Surprisingly Polished

The Infinix Hot 60 5G+ offers smooth performance with a Dimensity 7020 chip, 120Hz display, Android 15, and 5G support — all for just ₹10,499. With solid battery life and thoughtful design, it’s a strong pick for budget buyers, despite a few trade-offs.

<p>The Infinix Hot 60 5G+ packs smooth performance, 5G support, a 120Hz display, and Android 15 &mdash; all under ₹11K. It&rsquo;s not perfect, with basic cameras and slow charging, but it nails the essentials for budget users and first-time smartphone buyers.</p>

<p>The Infinix Hot 60 5G+ doesn&rsquo;t make a big splash &mdash; but it doesn&rsquo;t need to. Priced at just ₹10,499, this budget phone quietly slips in with a surprisingly solid feature set that feels a notch above the usual entry-level crowd. It&rsquo;s not aiming to take on the big guns, but it clearly knows its strengths. After using it as my daily driver for a few days, I was genuinely impressed by how capable and self-assured it felt, despite a few rough edges.</p>
<h3><strong>Infinix Hot 60 5G+ Price &amp; Specs Rundown</strong></h3>
<p>For ₹10,499, the Infinix Hot 60 5G+ offers a solid mix of essentials and extras. It runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7020 chip with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, plus virtual RAM support and a microSD card slot for added flexibility. Right out of the box, it boots Android 15 with XOS 15.1 layered on top.</p>
<p>What sets it apart, though, are the little touches &mdash; like a smart assistant button and a front-facing LED flash &mdash; features you rarely see at this price, but ones that genuinely come in handy.</p>
<h3><strong>Infinix Hot 60 5G+&nbsp;Design: Subtle Details, Surprisingly Premium</strong></h3>
<p>The Infinix Hot 60 5G+ may be dishing it out in the budget segment, but honestly, it doesn&rsquo;t look it. From the moment I unboxed it, the design felt clean, understated, and surprisingly refined for this segment. The matte finish on the back instantly stood out &mdash; it doesn&rsquo;t attract fingerprints like the usual glossy plastic backs you see at this price, and it gives the phone a much more premium feel in hand. It&rsquo;s subtle, sure, but that&rsquo;s kind of what makes it work.</p>
<p>One design touch that really caught my eye was the copper-coloured ring around the rear camera module. It adds a bit of character to an otherwise minimal design. Even better, Infinix has extended that copper accent to the &ldquo;One-Tap AI&rdquo; button placed just below the power key &mdash; a thoughtful little detail that elevates the look.</p>
<p>This button launches Folax, Infinix&rsquo;s own smart assistant. I used it mainly for voice-based actions like checking the weather, opening Google Maps, launching the camera, or even jumping straight into YouTube Shorts. The button is remappable too, so I set mine to turn on the flashlight with a long press.</p>
<p>You can also assign it to screen recording or any other quick action. It even supports basic voice chat, though I&rsquo;ll be honest &mdash; that part felt more like a gimmick than something I&rsquo;d use regularly.</p>
<p>The phone&rsquo;s available in four colours: Steel Black, Tundra Green, Shadow Blue, and the one I tried &mdash; Caramel Glow, which has a warm tone that stands out without being loud. It also carries an IP64 rating, which means it&rsquo;s protected against dust and splashes. I wouldn&rsquo;t take it swimming, but it should survive a rainy commute just fine.</p>
<p>Physically, the phone feels light and easy to grip. The button placement is just right, and the power and volume keys are tactile and responsive &mdash; no mushiness here. There&rsquo;s also a 3.5mm headphone jack, which is increasingly rare but always appreciated, especially for budget phones.</p>
<p>On the front, you get an LED flash next to the selfie camera, which doubles up as a notification light &mdash; a small but super handy touch I ended up appreciating way more than I expected.</p>
<p>Infinix also claims that the Hot 60 5G+ will get "segment-first" features like Circle to Search and UltraLink, which enables Bluetooth calling. While I didn&rsquo;t get to test those thoroughly during my time with the device, if they roll out as promised, they&rsquo;ll add even more value to what&rsquo;s already a surprisingly polished phone for the price.</p>
<h3><strong>Infinix Hot 60 5G+ </strong><strong>Display: Responsive, But Nothing Fancy</strong></h3>
<p>The Infinix Hot 60 5G+ comes with a 6.7-inch HD+ LCD display and a 120Hz refresh rate. On paper, that sounds great &mdash; but in real-world use, I found the screen pretty average. It&rsquo;s not the sharpest panel, and colours felt a bit muted. The thick bottom chin also stood out more than I&rsquo;d like.</p>
<p>That said, I&rsquo;ve got to give it credit for responsiveness. Scrolling was smooth, touch input felt accurate, and visibility outdoors wasn&rsquo;t an issue. For everyday stuff like browsing or casual video watching, it gets the job done &mdash; just don&rsquo;t expect AMOLED-level punch.</p>
<h3><strong>Infinix Hot 60 5G+ Performance: Surprisingly Snappy<br></strong></h3>
<p>Performance on the Infinix Hot 60 5G+ honestly caught me off guard &mdash; in a good way. With the Dimensity 7020 chip and 6GB of RAM, it handled my daily routine with ease. Whether I was switching between WhatsApp, Chrome, Instagram, or YouTube, everything ran smoothly without stutter. Even light gaming was doable. I wasn&rsquo;t expecting LPDDR5X RAM in a phone at this price, so that was a pleasant surprise.</p>
<p>Thermals were also solid. The phone stayed cool, even during longer sessions of browsing or video streaming, and multitasking didn&rsquo;t cause any slowdowns. For a budget phone, this is one area where it really holds its own.</p>
<p>That said, don&rsquo;t buy into the 90fps gaming claims just yet. In my testing, games like BGMI topped out at 40fps. So while it&rsquo;s capable enough for casual play, high-frame-rate gaming isn&rsquo;t really on the cards right now.</p>
<h3><strong>Infinix Hot 60 5G+&nbsp;Cameras: Passable with Caveats</strong></h3>
<p>Let&rsquo;s be real &mdash; the Infinix Hot 60 5G+ isn&rsquo;t here to win any camera awards. The 50MP rear sensor does a decent job outdoors, but it does smoothen faces a bit too much and adds a noticeable warm tint to skin. Skies tend to look overly blue, and colours feel a bit exaggerated overall.</p>
<p>Portrait mode didn&rsquo;t blow me away either &mdash; edge detection was hit or miss, especially indoors.<br>Selfies are okay in good lighting but fall short on detail. However, I genuinely liked the front-facing LED flash. It&rsquo;s super handy for low-light selfies and actually makes a difference &mdash; way more than I expected.</p>
<p>At the end of the day, it&rsquo;s not a photography champ, but for casual shots and social media use, it gets the job done.</p>
<h3><strong>Infinix Hot 60 5G+ Battery: Functional, but Still Bloated</strong></h3>
<p>Battery life on the Hot 60 5G+ is solid. The 5200mAh cell got me through a day without stress &mdash; even with music, scrolling, and a bit of gaming thrown in. Charging, though, is a different story. Infinix bundles an 18W charger, and a full charge takes nearly two hours. It&rsquo;s not a dealbreaker, but definitely on the slower side unless you&rsquo;re plugging in overnight.</p>
<h3><strong>Infinix Hot 60 5G+&nbsp;Software: Functional, but Still Bloated</strong></h3>
<p>The Hot 60 5G+ ships with Android 15 and Infinix&rsquo;s XOS 15.1 skin on top. It&rsquo;s colourful and feature-packed, with lots of extras like custom gestures and themes. But honestly, there&rsquo;s way too much bloatware out of the box. I found apps I never asked for, and while some could be uninstalled, the UI still felt busier than it needs to be.</p>
<p>What bugged me more, though, is the software support situation. Infinix has only promised two years of security updates &mdash; and there&rsquo;s no word on how many major Android upgrades this phone will get. That&rsquo;s disappointing if you&rsquo;re hoping to keep this phone for a few years. In short, it&rsquo;s fine for now, but don&rsquo;t expect long-term update love here.</p>
<h3><strong>Infinix Hot 60 5G+ Verdict: Value-Driven, If You Know What You&rsquo;re Getting</strong></h3>
<p>The Infinix Hot 60 5G+ isn&rsquo;t chasing headlines or trying to wow spec nerds &mdash; and that&rsquo;s exactly why it works. It&rsquo;s built for everyday users who want solid performance, a clean design, and 5G support at a price that doesn&rsquo;t sting. The battery lasts all day, and it runs surprisingly smooth for something that costs ₹10,499.</p>
<p>Sure, there are compromises. The display is just okay, the cameras are basic, and long-term software support feels uncertain. But none of those are dealbreakers if you just need a reliable phone that gets the job done.</p>
<p>I&rsquo;d say it&rsquo;s a solid pick for first-time smartphone buyers, students, or anyone looking for a smooth secondary device. As long as you don&rsquo;t expect premium polish, the Hot 60 5G+ delivers way more than you&rsquo;d think for the price.</p>
<h3><strong>Also Watch: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/tech-news/mobiles/oneplus-nord-ce5-review-not-flashy-but-it-seriously-delivers-1752065162885">OnePlus Nord CE5 Review</a></strong></h3>

The OPPO Reno14 and Reno14 Pro are built for creators who love to travel light. With pro-grade cameras, powerful AI tools, rugged design, and long battery life, these phones make shooting, editing, and sharing on the go effortless.

Oppo Reno14 Series is tailor-made for creators on the go. Here’s why

<p data-start="60" data-end="246"><strong data-start="60" data-end="245">The OPPO Reno14 Series is built for travel creators with pro cameras, AI editing, durable design, and long battery life&mdash;perfect for shooting, editing, and sharing content on the go.</strong></p>
<p data-start="248" data-end="295" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">&nbsp;</p>

<p>Let&rsquo;s face it &mdash; when you&rsquo;re living out of a backpack, your phone becomes your everything. Maps, camera, editing rig, translator, and power bank all rolled into one. That&rsquo;s exactly where the OPPO Reno14 and Reno14 Pro come in. Whether you&rsquo;re exploring Delhi&rsquo;s chaos, watching the sky turn gold in Jaisalmer, or hiking through Ladakh&rsquo;s silence, this duo is built to match your pace &mdash; and then some. Here&rsquo;s why it&rsquo;s a solid pick for creators on the move.</p>
<h2>Zoom past the limits</h2>
<p>You don&rsquo;t always get to stand close to the action. That&rsquo;s where the Reno14&rsquo;s 50MP Hypertone camera and 3.5x optical telephoto lens shine &mdash; perfect for capturing far-off details without stepping closer. Want to zoom even further? The AI-powered hybrid zoom lets you stretch up to 120x while still keeping sharpness in check.</p>
<h2>Pro-level video, no gimbal needed</h2>
<p>Filming on the move? The Reno14 Series nails it with 4K HDR video at 60fps, advanced stabilisation features, and smooth lens-switching during recording. Whether you're strolling through markets or recording a rough tuk-tuk ride, the footage holds up. There&rsquo;s even a dedicated focus flash on the telephoto lens to light up low-light moments with clarity.</p>
<h2><strong>Hassle-free editing </strong></h2>
<p>Missed the perfect shot? Reno14&rsquo;s onboard AI Editor 2.0 lets you freeze video frames, adjust compositions, fix facial expressions, and sharpen messy moments &mdash; all from the camera app itself. You can even erase random people or objects, or shoot underwater content straight out of the box &mdash; no case needed.</p>
<h2><strong>Designed to survive anything</strong></h2>
<p>Despite the sleek look, this thing&rsquo;s built tough. With IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings, reinforced aluminium, and Gorilla Glass 7i, it can handle splashes, drops, and dust storms. It still manages to look good while doing it &mdash; with colour options like Pearl White, Titanium Grey, and Forest Green, and a form factor light enough for all-day carry.</p>
<h2><strong>Batteries that go the distance</strong></h2>
<p>Long trip? No problem. The Reno14 houses a 6000mAh battery, and the Pro version levels up with 6200mAh plus 50W wireless charging support. Add 80W fast charging to the mix, and you&rsquo;re looking at full battery in under an hour &mdash; or enough juice in 10 minutes to last half a day.</p>
<h2><strong>The perfect travel partner</strong></h2>
<p>From translating street signs to transcribing voice notes, the Reno14 Series is loaded with tools to keep you organised and sane. Powered by Dimensity 8450 (Pro) or 8350 (Reno14 5G), and running on ColorOS 15, it supports AI features like real-time translation, smart summaries, and even an AI writing assistant. Whether you're navigating a new city or planning your day on the fly, it&rsquo;s got your back.</p>
<h2><strong>TL;DR</strong></h2>
<p>The OPPO Reno14 Series is more than just a phone. It&rsquo;s a content toolkit, a travel sidekick, and a reliable daily driver &mdash; all packed into one slim, rugged, and creator-friendly device. Wherever your next trip takes you, it&rsquo;s ready to go.</p>

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 combines refined hardware with large, vibrant displays and smooth multitasking. It offers strong cameras and long software support, though the premium price  may influence your decision.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Review: Slimmer, lighter, better in (almost) every way

<h2><strong>The Galaxy Z Fold 7 combines refined hardware with large, vibrant displays and smooth multitasking. It offers strong cameras and long software support, though the premium price&nbsp; may influence your decision.</strong></h2>

<p>When I reviewed the Galaxy Z Fold 6 last year, I walked away somewhat underwhelmed. It wasn&rsquo;t a bad phone, but it felt like yet another incremental upgrade. &nbsp;</p>
<p>The Galaxy Z Fold 7 changes that. It feels like a proper smartphone &mdash; one that just happens to unfold. Samsung&rsquo;s seventh-generation foldable is now lighter, slimmer, and easily its most impressive effort yet.</p>
<p>The ₹1,74,999 price tag is its biggest hurdle, but if you can stomach it, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 delivers an experience unlike anything else.</p>
<h3><strong>Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 - Design &amp; Build</strong></h3>
<p>The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is Samsung&rsquo;s slimmest and lightest foldable phone to date. When folded, it measures 8.9mm and unfolds to just 4.2mm thick. At 215g, it feels lighter in the hand than any Fold before it, and the difference is immediately noticeable. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>For context, it&rsquo;s now lighter than Chinese rivals like the Vivo X Fold5 and Honor Magic V5. It even undercuts the Galaxy S25 Ultra in weight and feels slimmer than many traditional flagships when closed. That&rsquo;s impressive for a device that still unfolds into a massive tablet.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The hinge has been reworked too &mdash; it&rsquo;s rounded off and glides more smoothly than before. There is, however, a touch of stiffness when unfolding. It feels deliberate, likely to improve long-term durability, but it&rsquo;s still something you notice.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The slimmer frame also makes it harder to slip my finger between the gap to open the phone. This became even more obvious when I tried the Vivo X Fold5, which is slightly thicker but noticeably easier to unfold.</p>
<p>Additionally, the phone has sharper corners this year, and the camera bump sticks out more than before. As a result, it wobbles excessively on flat surfaces.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Another side effect of the slimmer desgin is the removal of S Pen support. For power users, the loss of this signature productivity tool might sting, though for many others, it&rsquo;s a feature they likely wouldn&rsquo;t have used anyway.&nbsp;</p>
<p>It&rsquo;s debatable whether the trade-off is justified, but there&rsquo;s no denying that the Fold 7 is one of Samsung&rsquo;s most beautifully engineered devices yet. When closed, it resembles a sleek glass slab with ultra-thin bezels framing its expansive cover display . S</p>
<p>Samsung has also refined the frame, using its stronger Advanced Armor Aluminum to make it more durable than before. For protection, the back uses Gorilla Glass Victus 2, while the front gets a tougher Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 &mdash; a noticeable upgrade over last year.</p>
<p>The Fold 7 also holds on to its IP48 rating, which means it can keep out dust particles larger than 1mm and handle being submerged in water up to 1.5 meters deep for 30 minutes.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The rear glass has a smooth matte finish that does a decent job of keeping fingerprints at bay. This year, it comes in three shades: Blue Shadow, Jet Black, and Silver Shadow. The Blue &nbsp;unit I tested strikes a perfect balance between subtle and striking.&nbsp;</p>
<p>On the right side, you&rsquo;ll find a compact volume rocker and a power button that doubles as a fast, accurate fingerprint scanner. It also serves as a quick shortcut to trigger Gemini if you enable it.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Along the top edge, you get a speaker grille, several microphones, and a SIM tray that supports up to two nano SIM cards. The bottom edge packs in a second speaker, more microphones, and a USB-C port for charging and data transfer.</p>
<p>Also Read: <a title="Six Months With the OnePlus 13R: Still Fast. Still Fantastic!" href="https://www.editorji.com/tech-news/mobiles/six-months-with-the-oneplus-13r-still-fast-still-fantastic-1751964943582" target="_blank">Six Months With the OnePlus 13R: Still Fast. Still Fantastic!</a></p>
<h3><strong>Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: Cover &amp; Inner Displays</strong></h3>
<p>Two displays are the bare minimum you get with a foldable, but for years it felt like Samsung figured out the inner screen while treating the outer one as an afterthought.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Z Fold 6 and earlier models didn&rsquo;t have the best track record here. The cover display was far too narrow, and typing on it felt cramped and awkward. That&rsquo;s no longer the case.</p>
<p>The Fold 7&rsquo;s larger 6.5-inch outer screen, combined with a new 21:9 aspect ratio, gives it a noticeably wider footprint and makes typing far more comfortable. It&rsquo;s still a Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel with a 2,520 x 1,080 resolution, LTPO tech for a 1&ndash;120Hz refresh rate, and peak brightness that now tops out at 2,600 nits.&nbsp;</p>
<p>For the first time, the outer screen doesn&rsquo;t feel like a compromise. I could comfortably use it for quick replies or scrolling without needing to open the device.</p>
<p>But with the knowledge that there&rsquo;s now a massive 8-inch display (up from 7.6 inches) just one unfold away, I often found myself opening the Fold 7 to watch videos, check my emails, and review documents. That&rsquo;s the magic of a foldable done right.</p>
<p>On the specs front, the inner display remains as impressive as ever. It&rsquo;s a Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO panel with a resolution of 2,184 x 1,968, peak brightness of 2,600 nits, and an adaptive refresh rate ranging from 1Hz to 120Hz. However, there are two important changes worth noting.</p>
<p>First, Samsung has replaced the under-display selfie camera from the Z Fold 6 with a punch-hole cutout near the top of the right panel. This does break up the uninterrupted look of the screen, but like most punch-hole cameras, it quickly fades into the background during everyday use.</p>
<p>Second, the crease is nearly non-existent. You can still spot it when the display is off, but while using the phone, it&rsquo;s far less noticeable, and you can barely feel it when scrolling, which is a significant achievement.</p>
<p>Together, the outer and inner displays deliver a seamless experience. Both are sharp, vibrant, and bright enough to handle anything you&rsquo;re doing, whether indoors or in direct sunlight.</p>
<h3><strong>Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: Cameras</strong></h3>
<p>The Galaxy Z Fold 7 packs a triple rear camera setup with key upgrades. The main wide camera jumps from 50MP to 200MP, borrowed from the S25 Ultra, bringing a noticeable boost in image quality. The 12MP ultrawide now supports autofocus for detailed macro shots, while the 10MP 3x telephoto remains essentially the same.</p>
<p>In day light, the main camera takes excellent photos &nbsp;with &nbsp;good dynaic range. The phone still tends to oversharpen things, but colors are vibrant. Images are captured at 12MP by default but for those who want to maximize resolution, you can select the phone's full 200MP mode . At night, the Fold 7's shots remained surprisingly sharp with &nbsp;accurate white balance.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The 3x telephoto lens delivers noticeably sharper and clearer shots than before, though image quality starts to drop once you push past that optical range.</p>
<p>Portrait shots come out well too, with accurate edge detection and a pleasingly soft background blur, especially when using the 3x telephoto lens. The ultrawide lens is the weakest of the three. It&rsquo;s decent for landscapes but suffers from visible edge distortion.&nbsp;</p>
<p>As for the front cameras, both the inner and outer displays use 10MP sensors that deliver detailed, good-looking selfies. The 10MP punch-hole camera on the inner screen replaces last year&rsquo;s 4MP under-display sensor and takes noticeably sharper looking shots.</p>
<p>Video quality on the Z Fold 7 is the best I&rsquo;ve seen on any foldable so far. Footage is crisp, vivid, and detailed, and watching it back on those large, high-res displays feels especially satisfying.</p>
<p>Samsung&rsquo;s new ProVisual Engine also steps things up with always-on 10-bit HDR+ for richer colors, improved contrast, and better subject focus. The phone can shoot in 8K at 30fps, but I preferred sticking to the smoother and more practical 4K at 60fps.</p>
<h3><strong>Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: Performance &amp; Battery</strong></h3>
<p>The Galaxy Z Fold 7 delivers flagship-level performance without breaking a sweat. It&rsquo;s powered by Qualcomm&rsquo;s Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chip, paired with 12GB or 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage for blazing-fast read and write speeds.&nbsp;</p>
<p>In day-to-day use, the Fold 7 feels as fast and fluid as any Snapdragon 8 Elite device. It handled heavy multitasking with ease, keeping dozens of Chrome tabs open and multiple apps running without a hitch.</p>
<p>The device stayed cool under normal use, only warming slightly during demanding sessions of Genshin Impact &mdash; and even then, performance remained consistent with no signs of throttling.</p>
<p>Of course, all that power means battery life becomes even more important. Unfortunately, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 still relies on the same 4,400mAh &nbsp;cell as the Fold 6.&nbsp;</p>
<p>In a three-hour streaming test over Wi-Fi, running the main screen at full brightness, the Fold 7 dropped from 100 percent to 82 percent. That&rsquo;s a slight improvement over last year&rsquo;s Fold 6, which hit 78 percent in the same test, likely thanks to the improved efficiency of the Snapdragon 8 Elite. Still, battery life here is decent, not exceptional.</p>
<p>Charging speeds don&rsquo;t do much to impress either. The Fold 7 supports up to 25W wired charging and 15W wireless, which feels underwhelming for a 2025 flagship.</p>
<p>It gets to 50 percent in about 30 minutes with a wired charger, though you won&rsquo;t find one included in the box. As with other Galaxy devices this year, it&rsquo;s Qi2 ready but lacks the built-in magnets for attaching accessories like wireless chargers or battery packs.</p>
<h3><strong>Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: Software &amp; AI</strong></h3>
<p>The Galaxy Z Fold 7 debuts with Samsung&rsquo;s latest One UI 8 on top of Android 16. It&rsquo;s also backed by a promise of seven years of OS and security updates, which is one of the best software support commitments you&rsquo;ll find on any phone right now.&nbsp;</p>
<p>One UI 8 brings a wave of refinements and new features to Samsung&rsquo;s core apps. The Calendar app now splits Events and Reminders into separate tabs for smoother navigation.</p>
<p>My Files gets a redesigned Categories section with refreshed icons, while Reminders sports a cleaner layout and updated visuals. Even the Gallery app adds a Private Album for sensitive photos along with a subtle icon refresh.</p>
<p>The Fold 7 also brings back all the signature multitasking features that make Samsung&rsquo;s foldables stand out. Flex Mode lets you prop the phone up and use it like a mini laptop for hands-free tasks. DeX mode transforms it into a desktop-style interface when connected to a larger screen.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Edge Panel offers quick access to your favorite apps and app pairs, while a persistent dock ensures your most-used tools are always within reach. You can run up to three apps side by side, with a fourth floating on top as an overlay for even more productivity.&nbsp;</p>
<p>AI is front and center on Samsung&rsquo;s latest phones, and the Fold 7 is no exception. Gemini Live gets a serious upgrade this year with real-time visual search. Using AI Mode, you can point your camera or share your screen and let Gemini analyse what&rsquo;s in front of you. It can offer outfit feedback, break down what you&rsquo;re seeing, or even help you interact with on-screen content.</p>
<p>Circle to Search has been improved too. You can now use it mid-game to get quick tips or learn more about characters and enemies without leaving the action.</p>
<p>One of the handiest new additions is Side-by-Side comparison in generative editing mode. As the name implies, it lets you view a photo next to its original while making changes, so you can compare edits in real time with zero hassle.</p>
<h3><strong>Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Review: Verdict&nbsp;</strong></h3>
<p>The Galaxy Z Fold 7 isn&rsquo;t just Samsung&rsquo;s best foldable yet. It&rsquo;s the first one that feels like it&rsquo;s finally living up to the promise of this form factor. It&rsquo;s slimmer, lighter, and more polished in ways that matter.</p>
<p>The wider cover screen makes it feel completely natural to use when closed, while the expansive inner display has become my favorite way to watch movies and juggle multiple apps. Best of all, Samsung didn&rsquo;t sacrifice camera quality to get here.</p>
<p>That said, it remains a wildly expensive phone, and the lack of S Pen support could disappoint longtime Fold users. Battery life and charging speeds also leave room for improvement. Still, even with those caveats, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 feels like a huge leap forward for Samsung &mdash; a foldable that finally lives up to its big ambitions.</p>
<p>Also Read: <a title="Vivo X200 FE Review ft. OnePlus 13S &amp; Oppo Reno 14 Pro" href="https://www.editorji.com/tech-news/gadget-review/vivo-x200-fe-review-ft-oneplus-13s-oppo-reno-14-pro-the-all-rounder-that-surprises-1752493090435" target="_blank">Vivo X200 FE Review ft. OnePlus 13S &amp; Oppo Reno 14 Pro</a></p>

Samsung’s Z Flip7 brings a bigger outer screen, a thinner hinge, and smarter AI tools. With the Exynos 2500 chip and sleeker design, it’s a stylish upgrade—but the chipset and IP48 rating may leave power users wanting for more.


Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 ASMR unboxing & first look: Chic style with fun vibes

Samsung’s Z Flip7 brings a bigger outer screen, a thinner hinge, and smarter AI tools. With the Exynos 2500 chip and sleeker design, it’s a stylish upgrade—but the chipset and IP48 rating may leave power users wanting for more.

<h3 data-start="616" data-end="848"><strong>The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is here with a new cover display, Exynos 2500 chip, AI features, and a slimmer hinge. Priced from ₹1,09,999 in India, this stylish foldable brings big upgrades to the clamshell game. Here&rsquo;s our first look.</strong></h3>

<p>Samsung&rsquo;s flip phone game just got a major glow-up. The Galaxy Z Flip7 may look familiar at first glance, but a closer look reveals this clamshell is much more polished than its predecessor. From its redesigned cover display to a slimmer profile and a new AI-powered software experience, the Flip 7 is here to flex both style and smarts.</p>
<h2><strong>Unboxing experience</strong></h2>
<p>For a premium foldable, the unboxing is a little too basic. The matte black square box feels like a slightly bulked-up Galaxy S-series package. There&rsquo;s no real colour cue on the box, no standout branding&mdash;it&rsquo;s all very minimal. Inside, you get the Flip 7 already unfolded with protective film on the screens, which is honestly the most satisfying part. A thin envelope tucked in the lid holds the paperwork, SIM tool, and a USB-C to C cable. That&rsquo;s it. No charger, no extras.</p>
<h2>Hardware, cameras, and all things AI</h2>
<p>On the inside, you get a 6.9-inch full-HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X foldable display and a 4.1-inch Super AMOLED cover screen outside&mdash;both supporting 120Hz refresh rates and up to 2,600 nits peak brightness. The outer screen has been upgraded from that old folder-style layout to an edge-to-edge panel, and it&rsquo;s protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Under the hood, it&rsquo;s powered by Samsung&rsquo;s own Exynos 2500 chip, paired with 12GB RAM and up to 512GB of storage. You also get Android 16 and One UI 8 out of the box.</p>
<p>Beyond the sleek look, the Z Flip 7 packs a solid 4,300mAh battery, Armor Aluminium frame, and a redesigned Armor FlexHinge that&rsquo;s thinner and tougher. It also brings IP48-rated protection.</p>
<p>For cameras, you&rsquo;ve got a 50MP wide primary sensor and a 12MP ultrawide shooter on the outside, and a 10MP selfie cam inside. Samsung&rsquo;s ProVisual Engine kicks in with AI tools like Note Assist, Live Translate, Circle to Search, and Now Bar/Brief for extra smarts&mdash;right from the cover screen.</p>
<h2><strong>Pricing</strong></h2>
<p>As for pricing, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 starts at ₹1,09,999 in India for the 12GB + 256GB variant, while the higher-end 12GB + 512GB model is priced at ₹1,21,999. It&rsquo;s available in Blue Shadow, Coral Red, Jet Black, and Mint&mdash;the last one being a Samsung India website exclusive. Pre-orders are live, and early buyers can snag the 512GB model at the price of the 256GB version.</p>

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 goes ultra-slim, but can it beat the durable and bright Vivo X Fold5? We compare design, performance, displays, and cameras to see which foldable flagship delivers the better experience in India in 2025.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 vs Vivo X Fold5: Which foldable flagship wins in 2025?

<h3 data-start="907" data-end="1148"><strong>Samsung brings speed and polish with the Z Fold7, while Vivo goes all-in on display brightness and durability with the X Fold5. So, which one should you pick? We find out.</strong></h3>

<p>Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 or Vivo X Fold5&mdash;which foldable is better? Let&rsquo;s find out!</p>
<h2><strong>Design</strong></h2>
<p>The Galaxy Z Fold7 is Samsung&rsquo;s slimmest foldable yet&mdash;just 8.9mm folded and 215 grams. It feels impressively sleek and lighter in the hand. The hinge is sturdier and smoother this year, though there&rsquo;s a bit of stiffness when you unfold it&mdash;probably to make it more durable. But that camera bump sticks out more now, so there&rsquo;s a noticeable wobble when it&rsquo;s on a table. Still, with Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 protection on the outer screen and an Advanced Armour Aluminium frame, this Fold feels solid.</p>
<p>Vivo&rsquo;s X Fold5 is slightly thicker&mdash;9.2mm folded&mdash;but it&rsquo;s built like a tank. You get IPX8, X9, X9+ water resistance, along with IP5X-like dust protection, and it can even handle minus 30&deg;C cold. I actually preferred unfolding the Vivo&mdash;it&rsquo;s smoother, and the extra thickness gives you a better grip. With the Samsung, I was always a little worried it might slip out of my hand.</p>
<h2><strong>Displays</strong></h2>
<p>When it comes to screens, Vivo throws the first punch. Its 8.03-inch LTPO AMOLED is ridiculously bright at 4500 nits, with Dolby Vision for cinematic HDR. Even the cover screen hits 5500 nits.&nbsp;<br>Samsung fights back with its 8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, which is vibrant and smooth at 120Hz, but maxes out at 2600 nits. The big news here is the outer display&mdash;it&rsquo;s now wider and feels like a proper smartphone screen.</p>
<h2><strong>Performance &amp; Software</strong></h2>
<p>On the performance front, Vivo packs the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3&mdash;still powerful, but the same chip from last year&rsquo;s X Fold3 Pro. Samsung steps it up with the Snapdragon 8 Elite and custom Oryon cores. It&rsquo;s faster, more efficient, and even the benchmarks back it up.</p>
<p>And software-wise, Vivo&rsquo;s Funtouch OS 15 is improving but Samsung&rsquo;s One UI 8 is still the king for foldables, with smoother multitasking and 7 years of updates.</p>
<h2><strong>Cameras</strong></h2>
<p>For cameras, Samsung brings a 200MP main sensor, a 12MP ultra-wide, and a 10MP 3x telephoto, plus 10MP selfie cameras on both the cover and inner displays. Vivo counters with its triple 50MP ZEISS setup for the main, ultra-wide, and 3x periscope telephoto lenses. &nbsp;Vivo&rsquo;s optics deliver punchier colours and sharper details across all cameras&mdash;especially on zoom shots. I mean&hellip; yeah, it&rsquo;s ZEISS.</p>
<h2><strong>Verdict</strong></h2>
<p>Ultimately, Samsung is thinner, faster, and its software is unmatched. But Vivo fights back with insane durability, a brighter, more cinematic display, and better versatility in cameras. If you want power and polish&mdash;go Samsung. But if you want toughness and better screens&mdash;go Vivo.</p>

The Vivo X Fold 5 brings serious foldable energy with a super-slim design, flagship-grade AMOLED displays, Zeiss-powered triple cameras, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance, and 6,000mAh battery—all packed into a lightweight, premium package.

Vivo X Fold 5 Unboxing & First Impressions: Slimmer & Sharper

<h3 data-start="551" data-end="781"><strong>The Vivo X Fold 5 is here with an ultra-slim design, stunning displays, and Zeiss-powered triple camera set up. At ₹1,49,999, it&rsquo;s aiming to be the most refined foldable of 2025&mdash;and it&rsquo;s off to a strong start.</strong></h3>

<p>Foldables might no longer be a novelty, but let&rsquo;s be real&mdash;most of them still feel like work-in-progress. Not this one. The Vivo X Fold 5 doesn&rsquo;t just look the part&mdash;it feels like a foldable that finally gets it. It&rsquo;s slick, confident, and surprisingly practical.</p>
<p>Priced at ₹1,49,999 for the 16GB + 512GB variant, the X Fold 5 is clearly aimed at the premium crowd. It&rsquo;s available in just one colour&mdash;Titanium Grey&mdash;but don&rsquo;t let that name fool you. This thing looks like stunning, something straight out of a sci-fi flick.&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>A premium unboxing experience</strong></h2>
<p>The box sets the tone before you even see the phone. Vivo&rsquo;s gone for a bold, square black box with a raised circular design right at the centre&mdash;mirroring that massive rear camera module. There's some tasteful Zeiss branding, too, giving you a little heads-up that this phone&rsquo;s camera game isn&rsquo;t messing around.</p>
<p>Inside, you get the phone itself, an 80W fast charger, USB-A to USB-C cable, SIM ejector tool, documentation, and a surprisingly nice snap-on case with a faux-leather finish. No extra fluff, but nothing&rsquo;s missing either. It's a clean, premium unboxing that doesn't overdo it&mdash;but still makes you feel like you just bought something special.</p>
<h2><strong>Design: Foldable, but make it finesse</strong></h2>
<p>Here&rsquo;s where Vivo really flexes. Foldables are usually chonky, but the X Fold 5 is rewriting the rules. When folded, it&rsquo;s 9.2mm thick. Unfold it, and you're holding a slab that&rsquo;s just 4.3mm thin&mdash;skinnier than most regular phones. And weighing just 217g, it&rsquo;s also one of the lightest foldables around.</p>
<p>That Titanium Grey back panel catches the light in all the right ways, and the subtle gold ring around the camera module adds a touch of class. The frame is crafted from Armor Aluminium, there&rsquo;s Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the back, and Vivo even added Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 on the cover display.&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>Display: Ultra-bright, ultra-smooth</strong></h2>
<p>When it comes to screens, Vivo isn&rsquo;t playing around. The main display is an 8.03-inch LTPO AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and Dolby Vision support. It hits an insane 4500 nits of local peak brightness. You also get a 6.53-inch cover display with 120Hz refresh and 5500 nits brightness, so even outdoors in blinding sunlight, this phone&rsquo;s readable. Both panels are T&Uuml;V Rheinland-certified for eye comfort and come with Zeiss Master Colour calibration out of the box.</p>
<p>The bezels are practically invisible, and the resolution, tack sharp. This is flagship display tech with foldable flair&mdash;and we&rsquo;re here for it.</p>
<h2><strong>Performance: Flagship muscle&nbsp;</strong></h2>
<p>Under the hood, the Vivo X Fold 5 runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. It&rsquo;s still a powerhouse, but worth noting&mdash;it&rsquo;s the same chip Vivo used in last year&rsquo;s X Fold 3 Pro. That said, paired with 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB of superfast UFS 4.1 storage, there&rsquo;s no shortage of speed. Whether it&rsquo;s multitasking, editing videos, or running multiple apps on split-screen, this phone handles it all like a boss.</p>
<p>Vivo&rsquo;s Funtouch OS 15, layered on top of Android 15, also feels more refined than ever. It&rsquo;s smoother, better optimised, and a lot less clunky than earlier versions. With foldable-friendly tweaks built in, this software finally feels like it belongs on a premium device.</p>
<h2><strong>Cameras: Zeiss-powered triple threat</strong></h2>
<p>This is where Vivo goes full beast mode. The X Fold 5 packs three 50MP sensors on the back&mdash;main, ultrawide, and 3X periscope telephoto. All three come with OIS, and thanks to Zeiss optics, image quality is sharp, detailed, and punchy. Whether you're zooming in or going wide, the colours pop and the detail holds up.</p>
<p>For selfies, you get 20MP shooters on both the inner and outer screens, so whether you&rsquo;re snapping pics open or closed, you're covered.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Bottom line? The X Fold 5&rsquo;s camera setup isn&rsquo;t just &ldquo;good for a foldable&rdquo;&mdash;it&rsquo;s solid across the board.</p>
<h2><strong>Battery + durability: All-day champ with serious protection</strong></h2>
<p>Battery life comes from a hefty 6,000mAh setup, and it charges fast&mdash;80W wired and 40W wireless.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Vivo&rsquo;s not holding back when it comes to durability. The X Fold 5 is IPX8, IPX9, IPX9+ rated for water and also comes with IP5X-like rating for dust, so it can take on splashes, rain, and dust without flinching.</p>
<h2><strong>Early verdict</strong></h2>
<p>Most foldables still come with asterisks&mdash;great screens but bulky, strong cameras but average battery, flagship design but clunky software. The Vivo X Fold 5 feels like it&rsquo;s checked off all the boxes. It's lightweight, powerful, and camera-savvy.</p>
<p>It&rsquo;s definitely not cheap, but if you're in the market for a premium foldable that feels future-ready, this might be a solid and promising option.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Editorji is a popular short video news and information platform based in India. It was founded in 2018 by Vikram Chandra, one of India’s leading journalists, and has risen to prominence in the digital news space in a relatively short span of time. The platform is primarily designed for mobile devices, with applications available for Android and iOS. </p>
<p><br><br></p>

ABOUT US:

about us editorji

Latest Video News: Editorji provides the latest news video headlines, latest videos clip from India and the World. Get all breaking news videos on Entertainment, Business, Coronavirus, Elections, Politics and more.

Latest Video News, Breaking News, Bollywood, Political, Sports, Business News | Editorji

<p>+91 11 4035 6666 / info@editorji.com</p>
<p>3rd floor, Plot B, Khasara no 360, Sultanpur, New Delhi, Delhi 110030</p>
<p><a title="mail to us" href="mailto:info@editorji.com">Send Feedback</a></p>
<p><a title="Contact Us" href="mailto:info@editorji.com">Contact Us</a></p>

REACH US

Contact for any questions, suggestions, comments, feedback or advertisement on Editorji.com, we are always looking forward to hearing from you.

Contact Us for Feedback, Suggestions and Advertising 

Editorji content is better experienced in our app.

WhatsApp was reportedly the most used app in India for 2020, beating out even Facebook and Instagram.

Report: WhatsApp was the most used app in India in 2020

<p>WhatsApp was reportedly the most used app in India for 2020, beating out even Facebook and Instagram.</p>

<p>According to mobile analytics firm App Annie, WhatsApp was the most used app in India for 2020. The messaging service reportedly registered the most monthly active users, but reports say the figures may be soon declining due to the company's latest privacy policy that has both users and security experts concerned. It's worth noting that WhatsApp outdid even Facebook and Instagram, with an average of 21.3 hours spent by users on the app per month.</p>

The OPPO Pad SE delivers a smooth 90Hz screen, strong battery life, and practical features in a sleek design, all at ₹13,999. A great value tablet for students and casual users who want solid performance without breaking the bank.

Oppo Pad SE Review: Best Budget Tablet 2025?

<h2>OPPO Pad SE Review: Can this ₹13,999 tablet with an 11‑inch display, long battery life, and smooth performance be the best budget tablet under 15000 in India for students and casual users in 2025?</h2>

<p>The sub‑₹15,000 tablet market in India is packed with options, and Redmi got there first with the Pad 2, setting a strong benchmark for budget slates. OPPO followed up with the Pad SE at ₹13,999, entering the same crowded arena now joined by the OnePlus Pad Lite.</p>
<p>On paper, <a href="https://www.editorji.com/tech-news/gadget-review/oppo-reno-14-pro-review-feat-oneplus-13r-the-slick-shooter-vs-the-performance-beast-1751534048008" target="_blank">OPPO&rsquo;s</a> pitch is clear: an 11‑inch 90Hz display, a huge battery, and a sleek, lightweight design that feels more premium than its price.</p>
<p>But specs are only half the story. In a segment where even small compromises can make or break a device, can the Pad SE really stand out against tried‑and‑tested rivals like Redmi and the newly arrived OnePlus, or will it get lost in the shuffle of budget tablets?</p>
<h3><strong>OPPO Pad SE Design: Sturdy build with practical touches</strong></h3>
<p>The OPPO Pad SE takes a clean, minimalist approach that feels more premium than its budget price suggests. The back panel is made of aluminum alloy with a subtle dual-tone finish, paired with a plastic frame to keep the weight in check. A single circular camera module sits neatly on the rear, maintaining a simple and understated look. The Starlight Silver variant looks elegant, while the Twilight Blue option adds a bit more personality.</p>
<p>At 530g and 7.39mm thick, the Pad SE is lightweight and easy to handle for long sessions. Up front, the bezels aren&rsquo;t the thinnest, but they&rsquo;re practical, giving you room to hold the tablet without triggering accidental touches.</p>
<h3><strong>OPPO Pad SE Display: Clear and smooth, with a few compromises</strong></h3>
<p>The <a href="https://www.editorji.com/tech-news/gadget-review/oppo-k13-5g-review-more-juice-less-fuss-1745225253699" target="_blank">OPPO</a> Pad SE comes with an 11‑inch 16:10 LCD panel at 1920x1200 resolution, which is sharp enough for casual streaming, browsing, and reading. It supports a 90Hz refresh rate with adaptive adjustment, so scrolling feels smooth and snappy. Colors are reasonably vivid, covering 98% of the color gamut, which gives videos and games a nice pop.</p>
<p>Brightness peaks at 500 nits, which is fine indoors but noticeably struggles under direct sunlight. In darker scenes, you can spot some ghosting and slightly off color reproduction &mdash; a reminder that this is a budget display. Still, for day‑to‑day use, it delivers a satisfying balance of sharpness, smoothness, and vibrancy.</p>
<h3><strong>OPPO Pad SE Performance: Solid for the basics, with some headroom</strong></h3>
<p>The OPPO Pad SE runs on MediaTek&rsquo;s Helio G100, which is plenty for everyday stuff &mdash; web browsing, streaming videos, and light multitasking all feel smooth. The base model I tested comes with 4GB of RAM, plus the option to expand with another 4GB virtually, and 128GB of storage. If you can stretch your budget by around two thousand rupees, there&rsquo;s an 8GB RAM variant with the same storage, but honestly, the base version holds up surprisingly well for casual use.</p>
<p>Benchmarks paint a realistic picture of its capabilities. The tablet hits 433,599 on AnTuTu, while Geekbench 6 scores land at 709 for single‑core and 1872 for multi‑core CPU performance. The GPU manages 1366, which is fine for light to moderate gaming. You can play casual titles without much trouble, but expect some stutter if you push into the heavier, graphics‑intensive games.</p>
<h3><strong>OPPO Pad SE Battery life: Easily lasts the day</strong></h3>
<p>The OPPO Pad SE comes with a 9,340mAh battery, and it holds up really well. In my testing, it sailed through a full day of browsing, streaming, and some light gaming without breaking a sweat. For a budget tablet, that kind of all‑day endurance is exactly what you want.</p>
<p>Charging, on the other hand, is on the slower side. The included 33W charger takes close to two hours for a full top‑up. It&rsquo;s not a dealbreaker, but you&rsquo;ll need to plan ahead if the battery runs low. Once charged, though, the Pad SE reliably powers through an entire day of use.</p>
<h3><strong>OPPO Pad SE Cameras: Functional, and that&rsquo;s enough</strong></h3>
<p>The OPPO Pad SE keeps things simple with a 5MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera, both capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps. They&rsquo;re not here to win any photography awards, but they get the basics right. Video calls are clear, scanning documents works fine, and casual snapshots are perfectly serviceable.</p>
<p>Image quality is about what you&rsquo;d expect at this price &mdash; decent in good light, soft in low light, and nothing you&rsquo;ll want to frame. For most budget tablet users, though, that&rsquo;s all you really need.</p>
<h3><strong>OPPO Pad SE Software: Clean, practical, and a little clever</strong></h3>
<p>ColorOS 15 powers the OPPO Pad SE Lite, and the experience is refreshingly straightforward. Navigation feels smooth, and OPPO hasn&rsquo;t overloaded the interface with unnecessary extras. Instead, the software leans on a handful of smart, practical features that make sense for a budget tablet.</p>
<p>Families will appreciate the built‑in Kids Mode, which creates a safe, controlled space for younger users &mdash; an important addition for tablets in this price range. Google Gemini AI Assistant is integrated as well, offering quick voice interactions and on‑device help. For photos, OPPO includes some lightweight AI tools like AI Eraser, Enhance Clarity, Unblur, and Remove Reflections. They&rsquo;re simple but handy for cleaning up casual shots without opening a separate editing app.</p>
<h3><strong>OPPO Pad SE Review: A budget tablet that gets the basics right</strong></h3>
<p>At ₹13,999, the OPPO Pad SE hits that sweet spot for an affordable, all‑rounder tablet. It delivers a sturdy, premium‑feeling design, a smooth 11‑inch display, dependable battery life, and enough performance for streaming, note‑taking, and light multitasking.</p>
<p>It&rsquo;s not built for heavy gaming or serious creative work, but that&rsquo;s not what this tablet is trying to be. For students, casual media consumption, or anyone looking for a simple, reliable tablet experience without overspending, the OPPO Pad SE nails the essentials.</p>

Is the OnePlus Pad Lite the ultimate media tablet under ₹15K? We test display, audio, performance, and battery to see if it lives up to the hype.

OnePlus Pad Lite Review: Best budget tablet under ₹15K?

<h3 data-start="1196" data-end="1368"><strong>OnePlus Pad Lite nails the basics for under ₹15K&mdash;solid screen, loud speakers, great battery&mdash;but lags in performance and charging. A great pick for streaming and casual use.</strong></h3>

<p>Most people buying an entry-level tablet just want a bigger screen for watching shows, browsing, or scrolling through YouTube. Basically, a media machine.</p>
<p>OnePlus thinks their Pad Lite, starting at around ₹13K with discounts and bank offers, is the perfect fit for this niche. But does it actually live up to the hype, or is it just another budget tablet in a sea of options?&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>Display &amp; Audio</strong></h2>
<p>Let&rsquo;s start with the display, because that&rsquo;s what really matters for a media machine. The OnePlus Pad Lite comes with an 11-inch FHD+ LCD panel with a peak brightness of 500 nits and a 90Hz refresh rate.&nbsp;</p>
<p>For the price, it&rsquo;s decent, but honestly, it hasn&rsquo;t blown me away. The pixel density isn&rsquo;t great, but that did not sour my experience that much. The bezels are also properly proportioned, and you need them to be this thick, otherwise holding the tab becomes a challenge.</p>
<p>And because this is a 16:10 display, instead of the usual 7:5 panel that OnePlus has been using so far, we get far smaller black bars when watching videos.</p>
<p>Now, there&rsquo;s no HDR, and since it&rsquo;s an LCD, the colours don&rsquo;t pop like they would on an OLED. That said, for the price, the colours and contrast are pretty good.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Outdoor visibility isn&rsquo;t great but that's mostly due to the glossy finish which doesn&rsquo;t help with reflections.</p>
<p>Budget tablets often cheapen out when it comes to audio, but this is where the Pad Lite impressed me is though. It gets a set of quad speakers which are Hi-Res audio-certified, and they are they&rsquo;re fantastic for casual use.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Sure, you won&rsquo;t get that thumping bass, but for regular day-to-day use, they get the job done. You also get support for some serious codecs, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, and SBC codec over Bluetooth 5.4. I wish OnePlus had included a 3.5mm headphone jack, though.&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>Design</strong></h2>
<p>If the Pad Lite looks familiar, that&rsquo;s because it basically picks up where the OnePlus Pad Go left off. We get the same plastic sides, dual-tone finish on the aluminium alloy back panel and honestly, it feels pretty nice in hand. The Pad Lite is slim at 7.39mm, weighs around 530 grams, and comes in just one colour&mdash;blue.</p>
<p>Now, just like the Pad Go, there&rsquo;s no official keyboard folio or stylus support. Plus, you don&rsquo;t get pogo pins, and no palm rejection either.</p>
<p>There's also no fingerprint scanner on the power button, and face unlock is pretty basic since it only uses the front camera.</p>
<h2><strong>Performance</strong></h2>
<p>Performance is what you would expect from an entry-level tab. We get the MediaTek Helio G100 SoC, which is a pretty decent chip, but from 2024. OnePlus could have gone for the G200, which launched earlier this year.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Our LTE model comes with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. Cellular connectivity at this price is nice to have, though I really wish 5G had made the cut. Then again, 5G in this range is still rare, so it&rsquo;s hard to complain too much.</p>
<p>If you&rsquo;re considering the Wi-Fi-only version, keep in mind that it drops to 6GB of RAM and there's also no expendable storage option for any model.&nbsp;</p>
<p>I ran some benchmarks, and the results were pretty much what I expected.&nbsp;</p>
<p>In Antutu Lite, I got a score of 4.3 lakhs. Geekbench wasn&rsquo;t great either, 718 on single-core, 1924 on multi-core. 3DMark scores were weak too. In the Wildlife Extreme Stress Test I got 98. per cent stability, but the best loop score was just 378.</p>
<p>In day-to-day use, though, it&rsquo;s fine for stuff like browsing, videos, and light gaming, as long as you manage your expectations.&nbsp;</p>
<p>In gaming, I averaged 58.8 fps in BGMI, but the visuals were poor. In CoD Mobile, I averaged 39.7 fps on low graphics. Both were definitely playable, but were very underwhelming.</p>
<p>What&rsquo;s weird is, when I would watch a video on YouTube, it would often default to a super low stream. If I bumped it up to 1080P 60fps, it took a while for the tablet to catch up. And in 1440P 60fps, it started stuttering. &nbsp;Hope OnePlus pushes an update to fix this.&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>Cameras</strong></h2>
<p>As for the cameras, it packs a 5MP main camera that shoots 1080p videos at 30fps, and a 5MP selfie cam that does an okay job in video calls. But really, who&rsquo;s using a tablet to snap photos?&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>Software</strong></h2>
<p>You get OxygenOS 15, which brings a ton of OnePlus ecosystem features, so you can easily share photos between your phone and tablet using Clipboard Sharing and Shared Gallery. Plus, there&rsquo;s O+ Connect, so you can even share stuff with Apple devices.</p>
<p>I also really liked the OpenCanvas feature&mdash;it makes switching between apps or going split-screen super easy.</p>
<p>And of course, since it's 2025, you get some AI features from Google Gemini for basic text generation and photo editing. For the price, it works pretty well. As for updates, OnePlus told us that the Pad Lite will recieve 4 years of OS updates and 6 years of security updates, which I think is pretty great for this segment.&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>Battery &amp; charging</strong></h2>
<p>Coming to the battery life, I had no complaints. The 9340mAh battery easily lasted me a couple of days with normal use.&nbsp;</p>
<p>But there is a catch - the Pad Lite supports 33W charging, but OnePlus decided to include a 15W charger in the box. So, yeah, expect it to take well over two hours to top it up fully.</p>
<h2><strong>Verdict</strong></h2>
<p>So, is the OnePlus Pad Lite worth it? For casual users, yes. It&rsquo;s great for watching videos, browsing, and light gaming.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The display is decent enough, the audio is surprisingly good, and battery life holds up well.&nbsp;</p>
<p>But if you&rsquo;re chasing serious performance, you&rsquo;ll probably need to stretch your budget past ₹20,000. Most tablets under ₹15,000 are running on very similar hardware, so there&rsquo;s only so much speed you can squeeze out of this segment.</p>
<p>Starting at ₹13,000 with offers, the OnePlus Pad Lite is a solid pick for media consumption. Just don&rsquo;t expect high-end multitasking or gaming. For the basics, it gets the job done without much fuss.</p>

OPPO’s K13 Turbo Series introduces active cooling, a built-in fan, and a 7000mAh battery to tackle mobile gaming heat — but does it deliver?

OPPO K13 Turbo series to launch in India with unique built-in cooling fan

<h2><strong>OPPO&rsquo;s K13 Turbo Series introduces active cooling, a built-in fan, and a 7000mAh battery to tackle mobile gaming heat &mdash; but does it deliver?</strong></h2>

<p>Gaming smartphones aren&rsquo;t new, but most still rely solely on passive heat management. With the K13 Turbo Series, OPPO aims to challenge that by introducing an active + passive hybrid cooling system, designed to keep gameplay smooth even under extended load.</p>
<p>The lineup includes two models &mdash; the K13 Turbo and K13 Turbo Pro &mdash; both engineered to offer better thermal stability using a combination of internal fans, vapour chambers, and graphite layers. OPPO claims a temperature drop of 2&ndash;4&deg;C in high-load games like BGMI, particularly in warm environments.</p>
<h3><strong>Oppo K13 Turbo Series: Real-world gaming gains</strong></h3>
<p>The phones feature a 7000mm&sup2; vapour chamber and a 19,000mm&sup2; graphite heat spreader, alongside a compact internal fan. This setup is built to mitigate thermal throttling, where performance dips when the CPU overheats.</p>
<p>The graphite draws heat from critical components like the processor, battery, and display. Meanwhile, the fan kicks in during sustained gaming to help maintain consistent frame rates and responsiveness. It&rsquo;s not just about numbers &mdash; cooler phones are more comfortable to hold and allow for more accurate touch input, which can matter in fast-paced titles.</p>
<h3><strong>Oppo K13 Turbo Series outdoor gaming test: Does it hold up?</strong></h3>
<p>Gaming outdoors is a known stress test for phones &mdash; high ambient temperatures, sunlight, and maxed-out brightness often cause thermal shutdowns. OPPO says it has addressed this with a 10W/m-k thermal gel, dense-fin fan design, and software tuning to keep the CPU stable. According to OPPO, in real-world outdoor tests, 84% of users experienced temperatures below 43&deg;C, even during extended BGMI sessions.</p>
<p>Performance boosts of up to 11% in CPU arithmetic loads were observed under these conditions, thanks to active fan control and power draw optimization.</p>
<h3><strong>Durability and design</strong></h3>
<p>The fan module inside the K13 Turbo isn&rsquo;t just functional &mdash; it&rsquo;s IPX6, IPX8, and IPX9 rated, meaning it&rsquo;s built to resist water exposure from sweat, rain, or spills. Despite the added hardware, the phone retains a slim form factor and fits in a 7000mAh battery, aided by a space-efficient cooling module that&rsquo;s 70% smaller than typical external fan solutions.</p>
<p>The OPPO K13 Turbo Series is clearly engineered for mobile gamers &mdash; particularly those who play outdoors or for long durations. On paper, its cooling system and thermal performance are impressive, but much depends on real-world testing. If it delivers on its claims, this could be one of the most practical phones for gamers under tough conditions &mdash; especially for markets like India where heat is a real issue.</p>
<p>Whether this sets a new bar or remains a niche feature will depend on pricing, battery endurance, and how loud (or discreet) that fan turns out to be.</p>

The Galaxy Z Flip7 finally brings a full cover screen, slimmer design, and AI-powered features to Samsung’s flip game. A premium foldable that blends style with function.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 Review: Full cover display, premium foldable phone

<h3 data-start="687" data-end="830"><strong>The Galaxy Z Flip 7 is Samsung&rsquo;s most complete flip phone yet, with a bigger cover display, polished design, and smarter tools for everyday use.</strong></h3>

<p>For years, Samsung&rsquo;s Flip series nailed the vibe but always felt like it was one smart feature short of being truly great. It had the flair, the compact cool factor, and that addictive snap shut.&nbsp;</p>
<p>But that tiny outer display? It held the whole experience back. It was there, sure&mdash;but more as a glanceable widget window than a usable screen. Until now.&nbsp;</p>
<p>With the Galaxy Z Flip 7, Samsung&rsquo;s finally gone all-in on functionality. The outer display now stretches edge to edge, and it&rsquo;s not just a design flex; it completely changes how you use the phone. You can reply to messages, run apps, even snap selfies without ever flipping it open. It finally feels like the Flip series is done playing sidekick to the Fold. It&rsquo;s ready to lead its own story.</p>
<h2><strong>Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Review: Design</strong></h2>
<p>When I first picked up the Flip 7, I had a bit of deja vu &mdash; it looked almost exactly like last year&rsquo;s Flip6. But after using it for a few days, the subtle changes started making themselves known. It&rsquo;s slightly wider and noticeably slimmer, and that small design shift actually makes a big difference. Folded shut, it comes in at just 13.7mm thick, and when opened up, it&rsquo;s barely 6.5mm. To put that into perspective, it&rsquo;s even sleeker than the S25 Ultra, which I already thought was thin at 8.2mm.</p>
<p>That slim profile also sits very well with most pockets. I didn&rsquo;t have to wrestle with my pockets to get it in or out. It just slid in effortlessly, no weird bulges or awkward angles. Even my mum &mdash; who swears by her Flip 4 and is extremely particular about how a phone fits in her jeans &mdash; gave this one a nod. That says a lot.</p>
<p>Build-wise, Samsung&rsquo;s sticking with what works. The front and back are coated in Gorilla Glass Victus 2, and the frame is made from their sturdy Armour Aluminium. It still has an IP48 rating too, which means I didn&rsquo;t have to panic when it got dusty during a shoot or caught in a quick drizzle.</p>
<p>The hinge felt a little tighter than I expected at first. It also shuts with a satisfying snap &mdash; maybe a little too satisfying the first few times. But once I got used to the motion, it felt solid and reassuring. No wobble, no softness.</p>
<p>Button layout hasn&rsquo;t changed. The power button (which doubles as the fingerprint scanner) and the volume rocker are still on the right side. I did notice the fingerprint sensor sometimes needed a second touch, but it wasn&rsquo;t a huge deal. Ports and speaker are down at the bottom &mdash; USB-C, mic, and a single bottom-firing speaker.</p>
<p>Now let&rsquo;s talk colour. I had the Blue Shadow model, and honestly, it&rsquo;s stunning. The matte back and frame blend into each other perfectly. When the cover screen&rsquo;s off, the top half just fades into black, giving the whole phone a two-tone, stealthy vibe that I really liked.</p>
<p>The camera rings on the back are slightly raised, but they don&rsquo;t stick out awkwardly. Overall, this isn&rsquo;t a loud redesign, but a kind of upgrade that just feels better the more you use it. Subtle, clean, and polished, exactly what a modern flip phone should be.</p>
<h2><strong>Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Review: Displays</strong></h2>
<p>The Flip 7&rsquo;s most noticeable upgrade is its display setup, especially the outer screen. Samsung has expanded it from 3.6 inches to a much more usable 4.1 inches. With barely-there 0.05-inch bezels and a sharp Super AMOLED panel, it finally feels like a proper screen rather than just a window for widgets and notifications.</p>
<p>It also gets seriously bright. The cover screen peaks at 2,600 nits and supports a variable refresh rate between 60Hz and 120Hz. Thanks to Vision Booster, I could clearly see it even in direct sunlight. Whether I was checking directions, snapping quick selfies, or replying to messages, the outer display felt far more useful than on any previous Flip. Typing was slightly more comfortable too, though some software limitations still get in the way. I&rsquo;ll cover that in the next section.</p>
<p>Once opened, the Flip 7 reveals a larger 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display. It offers the same peak brightness and a smooth adaptive refresh rate from 1Hz to 120Hz. This tall, narrow form factor is great for scrolling through apps or reading. However, watching widescreen videos still feels a bit constrained, with black bars on either side.</p>
<p>The crease is still there but fades into the background once the screen is on. What stood out more was the inner display&rsquo;s reflectiveness in bright rooms. It was a little distracting, but the excellent brightness mostly made up for it.</p>
<p>These aren&rsquo;t just spec boosts. They genuinely improve how the Flip 7 works in everyday life.</p>
<h2><strong>Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Review: Cameras</strong></h2>
<p>On the hardware front, not much has changed with the Flip 7&rsquo;s cameras. It&rsquo;s still rocking a 50MP main sensor with OIS, a 12MP ultrawide, and a 10MP selfie camera inside. But if I&rsquo;m being honest, I barely used the inner selfie shooter at all. For most selfies and quick snaps, I stuck to the main camera via the cover screen. It&rsquo;s faster, looks better, and just feels more natural to use.</p>
<p>What keeps the Flip camera experience interesting is, once again, the folding design. FlexCam mode activates when the phone is bent halfway, and it&rsquo;s genuinely useful. I could adjust settings with just one hand and shift the focus point without tapping awkwardly. It works brilliantly for hands-free shots, group selfies, or even quick videos.</p>
<p>Samsung may not have changed the lenses, but image quality has improved. The new ProVisual Engine, paired with the Exynos 2500, does a lot of behind-the-scenes work. Colours look more balanced, contrast is better, and you get 10-bit HDR+ enabled by default.</p>
<p>The main sensor produced sharp, punchy images that looked great on screen. The ultrawide was a pleasant surprise during daytime use. And when it came to video, I mostly shot in 4K at 60fps with HDR on, because the colours and detail just looked that good.</p>
<h2><strong>Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Review: Performance &amp; Software</strong></h2>
<p>This year, Samsung ditched the usual Snapdragon chip for its in-house Exynos 2500, and I was curious to see how it would hold up. On paper, the specs look strong with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. And in day-to-day use, it did feel fast enough. App launches were snappy, multitasking was smooth, and the camera app never stuttered on me.</p>
<p>In benchmark tests like Geekbench and Antutu, the scores were decent for a foldable, even if they didn&rsquo;t break any records. But where I started noticing some limits was during gaming. Running graphically heavy games drained the battery quicker than I expected, and the phone got noticeably warm after just a few rounds.</p>
<p>Even basic tasks like setting up the phone or taking a burst of photos made the frame feel a bit toasty. It never became uncomfortable to hold, but the heat build-up was obvious. Extended gaming sessions turned the warmth into a constant presence.</p>
<p>Clearly, the Exynos 2500 prioritises power over thermal control. If you&rsquo;re using it casually, it should be fine. But if you push the phone with long gaming sessions or heavy multitasking, it&rsquo;s worth using a case just to keep things feeling cooler.</p>
<p>I found the Flip 7&rsquo;s software to be mostly solid, though it occasionally tripped over its own ambition.</p>
<p>It runs One UI 8 on top of Android, and while it feels familiar and well-polished, a few quirks held it back from being truly great. If you&rsquo;ve used One UI 7 before, you&rsquo;ll feel right at home. Visually, not much has changed, but the overall experience is still smooth and refined.</p>
<p>Multitasking has definitely improved. I liked how easily I could toggle between two apps &mdash; one full-screen and the other minimised in a floating window. It made juggling tasks feel a lot more natural.</p>
<p>This is also the first Flip model to get Samsung DeX support. I didn&rsquo;t end up using it much, but the fact that I could plug it into a monitor and get a full desktop-style layout is pretty cool. Some people will love having that flexibility.</p>
<p>Galaxy AI is built in too, but I found myself relying more on Google&rsquo;s Gemini. The new Live AI Mode worked surprisingly well. I could chat, ask follow-ups, or even share my screen for visual searches &mdash; and on a foldable like this, that added a fun layer of utility.</p>
<p>The main letdown, though, was the outer display setup. Out of the box, it&rsquo;s limited to basic widgets. To use real apps, I had to go through Good Lock, install MultiStar, configure it manually, and only then could I get it working the way I wanted. For a phone in this price range, that setup should have been much simpler.</p>
<p>There are a few other oddities too. I couldn&rsquo;t use Gboard on the cover screen, and replying to WhatsApp messages often forced me to open the phone. The seven-year update promise is great, but Samsung still has work to do on the software side to match how good the hardware feels.</p>
<h2><strong>Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Review: Battery</strong></h2>
<p>Battery life on the Flip 7 was solid for everyday stuff. I could scroll, chat, stream, and map my way through the day without running for a charger. But throw in a gaming session, and things dropped fast. The Exynos 2500 clearly isn&rsquo;t built for efficiency under pressure. What&rsquo;s more disappointing is that charging still hasn&rsquo;t improved. It&rsquo;s capped at 25W wired, and a full charge took around 90 minutes. For a premium phone, that feels slow. Great for casual use, but if you&rsquo;re a power user, you&rsquo;ll definitely want to keep your charger close.</p>
<h2><strong>Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Review: Verdict</strong></h2>
<p>The Flip 7 is the first time I&rsquo;ve felt like Samsung truly nailed the flip phone formula. It doesn&rsquo;t shake things up dramatically, but the upgrades make a real impact.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The slimmer design feels great, the displays are a big step up in brightness and usability, and the camera results were consistently solid. I also liked how useful Google Gemini felt on this form factor. That said, the Exynos chip didn&rsquo;t wow me. It runs warm under load, and the battery dips quickly with heavy use.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Still, for anyone curious about foldables, this is the most convincing Flip yet. It finally balances style and substance in a way that makes it easy to recommend.</p>

Skullcandy Icon ANC brings ANC, 60-hour battery, and retro style for ₹8,999. Here’s everything new in the reimagined on-ear classic.

Skullcandy Icon ANC launched with ANC, 60hr battery, ₹8,999

<h3 data-start="2066" data-end="2220"><strong>Skullcandy&rsquo;s cult-classic headphones are back. The new Icon ANC blends old-school charm with smart features, noise cancellation, and all-day battery life.</strong></h3>

<p>Skullcandy&rsquo;s bringing the Icon back&mdash;and it&rsquo;s not just riding on nostalgia. Originally a favourite in the snowboarding and skateboarding scene, the new Icon ANC has been reimagined for 2025 with proper next-gen upgrades. You now get active noise cancellation, up to 60 hours of battery, and IPX4 water resistance, all wrapped in a familiar on-ear form factor. Priced at ₹8,999, it&rsquo;s available now on Skullcandy.in and across select offline stores.</p>
<h2>Retro-inspired, everyday-ready</h2>
<p>At first glance, the new Icon ANC gives off major old-school energy&mdash;but everything under the hood is built for today&rsquo;s lifestyle. The metal headband adds strength without the bulk, and the plush ear cushions make it surprisingly comfortable for all-day use. It's built to survive your daily commute, gym sessions, and everything in between, thanks to its sweat and splash-proof design.</p>
<p>You also get Adjustable Stay-Aware Mode, which lets you stay connected to your surroundings when needed&mdash;a big plus for safety. Sound-wise, it&rsquo;s tailored to you. With Personal Sound by Mimi, the headphones adapt to your hearing profile, so whether you&rsquo;re into bass-heavy tracks or chill podcasts, the audio stays crisp and balanced.</p>
<h2>Packed with features, not fluff</h2>
<p>Battery life is one of the biggest flexes here&mdash;60 hours with ANC off, and 50 hours with ANC on. Running late? Just 10 minutes of charging gives you four hours of playback. These are built to last longer than your playlists.</p>
<p>Smart features are baked in too. There&rsquo;s Google Fast Pair, Google Finder support, and Spotify Tap for quick access to your music. You also get multi-device pairing, low latency audio for gaming, and even button customisation through the Skullcandy app. A Clear Voice Smart Mic ensures your calls sound as good as your music.</p>
<h2><strong>Old-school cool meets modern minimalism</strong></h2>
<p>Available in black and bone, the Icon ANC delivers a clean, confident look that still nods to its board sports roots. It&rsquo;s designed for creators, commuters, and anyone who wants their headphones to match both their outfit and their playlist.</p>
<p>In short? The Icon ANC brings the past forward&mdash;without skipping a beat.</p>

Latest news

Report: WhatsApp was the most used app in India in 2020

Up Next

More videos

Categories