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Smartwatches Launched in India: August 2024

Stay updated on the latest smartwatch releases in India with our detailed guide, featuring the newest offerings from renowned brands like GOQii, Google, Huawei, and more. Explore the most recent smartwatches launched and stay informed as of August 2024.

Airtel Payments Bank Smartwatch

Airtel Payments Bank Smartwatch is priced at Rs 2,999 and is available for purchase through the Airtel Thanks App for existing Airtel Payments Bank customers. New customers need to open a digital account with Airtel Payments Bank in order to buy the watch. Its features include:

  • 1.85-inch TFT square display, 550 nits brightness, 150 cloud-based options
  • NFC chip, NCMC-enabled Tap and Pay transactions across metro systems, buses, parking facilities and more, nationwide
  • RuPay chip built into the dial
  • Transport concessions and monthly passes issuance support
  • Stress Monitor, SpO2 Monitoring, Heart rate tracker, Calorie and Steps tracking
  • 130 sports modes
  • Up to 10-day battery life
  • Bluetooth calling
  • Payment Range: Rs. 1 to Rs. 25,000 per day
  • IP68 rated
  • NoiseFit app support

Redmi Watch 5 Active

Redmi Watch 5 Active will be available at a special price of Rs 2,799 inclusive of an Rs 200 bank offer. Its original price stands at Rs 2,999. The watch comes in two colours including Midnight Black and Matte Silver. It will be available across mi.com, Amazon.in, Flipkart and Xiaomi Retail Partners. Its features include:

  • Bluetooth calling via 3 mics, ENC, v5.3
  • Stainless metal zinc alloy build
  • IPX8 rated
  • 2.0-inch hi-res LCD display, 320 x 385 pixels resolution, 500 nits brightness, 200+ watch faces, double-tap to wake, raise to wake
  • Xiaomi HyperOS
  • 140+ sports modes
  • 470mAh battery, up to 18-day runtime
  • Alexa built-in
  • Health monitoring: Sleep, Heart rate, SpO2, Stress, Female Health, Steps, Breathing, and Calorie tracking

Fire-boltt Snapp

The Fire-Boltt Snapp costs Rs 5,999 for the 2GB + 16GB model and Rs 6,499 for the 4GB + 64GB model. It comes in Alpine Olive, Archaic Black, Black Storm, Cherry Blush, Cocoa Brown, Jet Black Luxe, and Marlet Maroon shades and will be available for pre-order through Amazon.in with a Rs 500 coupon discount. It will be released on August 27, and gets features like:

  • 2.13″ HD (410 x 502 pixels) AMOLED Display, 600 nits brightness, Always-on support, cloud watch faces
  • Quad-core Cortex CPU, Mali GPU
  • Android OS, Google Play Store
  • Bluetooth calling via in-built Mic and Speaker
  • 2 Function Buttons
  • 2GB/4GB RAM
  • 16GB/64GB Storage
  • Multiple sports modes
  • Voice Assistant support
  • HD camera
  • Fire-Boltt Health Suite, heart rate monitoring, fitness apps from the Play Store
  • IP67 rated
  • GSM/WCDMA/ Calling, Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz support
  • 1000mAh battery, up to 15-day runtime with calling

Pebble Ultra Life

Available at an inaugural discounted price of Rs 1,699, the watch can be purchased exclusively at www.pebblecart.com. Its features include:

  • 1.83-inch HD display, 600 nits brightness, DIY watch faces
  • 600mAh battery, up to 12-day battery life
  • Functional crown
  • 100+ sports modes
  • Bluetooth calling, Bluetooth v5.1
  • Voice assistant support
  • Heart rate tracker, Sleep tracker, Female health tracking, etc.
  • Alarm, Smart Calculator, Call notifications, notifications
  • IP68 rated

BoAt Wanderer Kids Smartwatch

The boAt Wanderer Smart Kids Smartwatch comes in Candy Pink, Sunshine Yellow, and Sky Blue shades. It is available for pre-order on Amazon.in, Flipkart and boAt Lifestyle official website at a special introductory price of Rs 4999. The smartwatch has a retail price of Rs 5,499 for August 22nd only, and after that it will cost Rs 5,999 and will be available from boAt-lifestyle.com, Flipkart, and Amazon, Reliance Digital and Croma. Its features include:

  • 1.4-inch HD Display
  • 4G support
  • Wi-Fi enabled
  • In-built GPS, real-time tracking
  • Step tracker
  • Video calling, Voice calling, Find My Watch, Clock, Alarm, Timer, SOS alert
  • Study Mode, Remote Camera, Unknown Call Restriction, Auto Answer calls, Geo fencing
  • IP68 rated
  • 650mAh battery, up to 2-day runtime

Huawei Watch GT 4

Priced at Rs 19,999, the Watch GT 4 is now available on Flipkart, at a special price of Rs 14,999 with a 12 months warranty. It’s available in green, black, and brown colours with features like:

  • 1.43-inch bezel-less AMOLED display, 326 ppi, 466 x 466 pixels resolution, 25,000+ customisable watch faces
  • Huawei TruSeen heart rate technology, health monitoring, SpO2, sleep, stress tracking & management
  • Huawei TruSleep 3.0 technology, advanced sleep analysis
  • Stay Fit app, in-built GPS, route tracking
  • 14-day battery life
  • Bluetooth calling, message Quick Reply
  • ISO-certified 5 ATM water resistance
  • Android, compatibility

Pixel Watch 3

In India, the Watch 3 is priced at Rs 39,990 for the 41mm Wi-Fi version and Rs 43,990 for the 45mm model. It will be available later this year. Its features include:

  • AMOLED display, 320 ppi, DCI-P3 color gamut, Always-on support, 5 protection, up to 2000 nits brightness
  • 3D dome shaped design, Functional haptic crown, side button, 100% recycled aluminium housing
  • Qualcomm SW5100 SoC
  • Wear OS 5.0
  • 32 eMMC storage, 2GB RAM
  • Compass, Altimeter, Red and for SpO2 monitoring, Multipurpose electrical sensors compatible with ECG app, Multi-path optical heart rate sensor, Skin temperature sensor, Barometer, Magnetometer, 3-axis accelerometer, Gyroscope, Ambient light sensor, Electrical sensor to measure skin conductance (cEDA) for body response tracking
  • Daily Readiness Score, Sleep Profile, Cardio Load, target load, Loss of Pulse Detection, Sleep score
  • 40+ workout modes
  • 45mm: 420 battery, Up to 24-hour battery life with always-on display enabled, Up to 36 hours with Battery Saver mode; 41mm: 307 mAh battery, Up to 24-hour battery life with always-on display, Up to 36 hours in Battery Saver mode
  • Bluetooth calling via built-in mic, speaker
  • Connectivity: (optional), Bluetooth v5.3, Wi-Fi 6, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, NFC, Ultra-Wideband chip
  • 5 ATM rated, water resistant
  • USB-C

Noise ColorFit Ultra 3 Luminary

Launching in a range of six colours – Jet Black, Forest Green, Space Blue, Olive Green, Vintage Brown and Silver Grey the Noise ColorFit Ultra 3 Luminary smartwatch is available for Rs 2,999/-  exclusively on gonoise.com, Amazon, and Flipkart. Its features include:

  • 1.96-inch HD AMOLED display, 410 x 502 pixels resolution, Always-on support, 100+ watch faces
  • Bluetooth Calling via in-built mic & speaker, Dial Pad, Recent Call History
  • NoiseFit App support
  • Functional crown
  • Bluetooh v5.3
  • 24×7 heart rate monitoring, SpO2, sleep tracking, stress management, female cycle tracker, breathing practice
  • 100+ sports modes
  • Emergency SOS, Scheduled DND, Notification display, weather updates, Reminders, Alarm, camera control, music control, calculator
  • Up to 7 days of battery backup
  • IP68 rated

Kotak – GOQii Smart Vital Plus

Priced at Rs 3,499, Kotak Bank customers can purchase the smartwatch through the bank’s mobile app or website. Non-Kotak customers will need to open a Kotak account to avail this facility. The smartwatch’s features include:

  • RuPay On-The-Go support, seamless transactions up to Rs 5,000 without using PIN
  • Track blood pressure, body temperature, SpO2
  • Kotak account sign-in
  • Contactless payments
  • IP68 rated
  • Multiple sports modes
  • 1.4-inch display, HD resolution

TWS Earbuds, Neckbands Launched in India: August 2024

August 2024 ushers in the release of new TWS earbuds, a rapidly expanding market featuring brands like CMF, Realme, OnePlus, Noise, and more. Here’s a roundup of all the TWS earbuds launched in India this month. We have also maintained a roundup of all launches that happened last month, including the likes of Itel Buds Ace ANC, Realme Buds T310, and more.

Realme Buds T01

Realme buds t01

Priced at Rs 1,299, the Buds T01 are available in Black and White shade. The first sale of the buds starts from 29th Aug, 12 Noon onwards via Flipkart, Realme’s own website, Amazon India, and mainline stores with features like:

  • 13mm Dynamic Bass Driver
  • Up to 28-hour playback time
  • AI ENC noise cancellation
  • IPX4 rated
  • Touch controls
  • Google Fast Pair
  • 88ms low latency
  • Realme link support

Beats Solo Buds

Beats solo buds India

The Beats Solo Buds are available for Rs 6,900 in Matte Black, Storm Gray, Arctic Purple, and Transparent Red shades. It can be ordered via Apple India’s online store and will be available in Apple Store retail locations beginning September 4, 2024. Its features include:

  • Custom-built acoustic architecture, dual-layer drivers
  • Ergonomic nozzles, four extra ear tip sizes, laser-cut vents, single button on each earbud
  • Compatible with and Android, one-touch pairing
  • Supports automatic pre-pairing across devices
  • Find My Device support
  • Custom-designed mics with advanced noise-learning
  • Up to 18-hour runtime
  • USB-C charging, can also charge via phone, tablet, or laptop
  • Bluetooth Class 1

Infinix Buds Neo

The Infinix Buds Neo TWS earphones will be available for purchase on Flipkart starting from 26th August 2024, with special launch and sale price offered for Buds Neo at Rs 1399. Its features include:

  • Quad mics
  • ENC
  • WeLife app support
  • Low-latency gaming
  • Touch controls
  • IPX4 rated

Unix Bombshell Neckband

The buds are now available for purchase on Amazon and Unix India’s website for Rs 599. It’s features include:

  • TWS technology to connect to two neckbands at once for simultaneous playback
  • Water resistant
  • Magnetic earbuds
  • 10mm bass drivers
  • Bluetooth v5.2
  • Up to 42-hour playback time

iQOO TWS 1e

The iQOO TWS 1e is priced at Rs 1,899 and will be available in Flame Yellow shade on Amazon.in starting August 23 at 12 PM IST. Its features include:

  • 11mm driver, Tuned by Golden Ear Acoustics Team
  • DeepX 3.0 Stereo Sound Effect
  • Active Noise Cancellation up to 30dB
  • 88ms low-latency for gaming
  • Up to 42 hours of total playback
  • Google Fast Pair, Google Assistant, Find My Earphones
  • In-ear detection
  • Touch controls
  • Bluetooth v5.3
  • IP54 rated

OnePlus Buds Pro 3

The OnePlus Buds Pro 3 are priced at Rs 11,999. It comes in Midnight Opus and Lunar Radiance colours. It will be available from Amazon.in, OnePlus.in, OnePlus Experience Stores, Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra, Reliance, Croma, along with leading offline retail stores as well, from August 23. Buyers can avail an instant bank discount of Rs 1,000 on ICICI Bank and OneCard Credit Cards & while RCC members with linked OnePlus devices can avail an additional discount of Rs 1,000. Its features include:

  • 11 mm dynamic driver + 6 mm planar diaphragm driver; Speaker sensitivity: response range: 10Hz ~ 40kHz
  • Pressure-sensitive controls, volume controls via touch swipe
  • Bluetooth v5.4 LHDC 5.0, AAC, SBC codecs supported
  • Android and iOS devices support
  • Spatial audio with head tracking, Google Fast Pair
  • Active noise cancellation with dual mics
  • Triple-Microphone + VPU (Voice Pick Up Bone Sensor) for noise cancellation during calls, Anti-Wind design
  • 94ms ultra-low while gaming
  • Zen mode Air
  • Default EQ, Five customized EQ presets: Balanced (default), Bold, Serenade, Bass and Dynaudio featured co-tuned with Dynaudio
  • Dual Connection
  • Cervical spine health function (via OHealth app)
  • IP55 rated buds
  • 58mAh buds battery, 566mAh case battery
  • Up to 43-hour battery life
  • USB-C charging, Qi wireless charging supported

Pixel Buds Pro 2

The Buds Pro 2 have been launched at Rs 22,900 and will be available starting September 26. The buds come in Porcelain, Hazel, Wintergreen, and Peony shades, with features including:

  • Twist-to-adjust stabilizer
  • Custom 11 mm dynamic driver
  • Spatial audio with head tracking
  • Active Noise Cancellation, Silent Seal 2.0
  • Transparency mode, active in-ear pressure relief
  • Tensor A1 Processor
  • Clear Calling, wind-blocking mesh covers, three mics
  • Bluetooth v5.4, LE Audio, Super Wideband
  • Gemini AI Voice Assiatance
  • Conversation Detection
  • Touch controls, voice accelerometer, in-ear detection, motion detection, gyroscope, Hall effect sensor
  • Up to 48-hour playtime
  • USB-C wired charging, Qi-certified wireless charging
  • Ringtone speaker for Find My Device
  • Pixel Buds app, 5-band EQ

Noide Buds N1 Pro

Available in four colors – Black, Chrome Green, Chrome Purple and Chrome Beige, Noise Buds N1 Pro will be available at launch price of Rs 1,499. Noise Buds N1 Pro will be available exclusively on Amazon by the end of the month and will also be available on gonoise.com eventually. Its features include:

  • 11mm drivers
  • Bluetooth v5.3
  • Up to 60-hour total playtime
  • HyperSync technology
  • ANC
  • Quad mics
  • Wake and Pair technology
  • ENC
  • IPX5 rated
  • Up to 40ms low latency

Truke BTG Flex

Truke btg flex

Priced at Rs 1,099 and coming with a 1-year warranty, the BTG Flex comes in Sunset Black, Alpine Green, and Sunset Orange shades. One can pre-book the earbuds for Rs 199 from August 13 to August 23. The product will be available on Amazon.in, Flipkart, and Truke.in. Its features include:

  • 13mm driver with Hi-Fi DSP sound
  • 360-degree spatial audio
  • RGB lighting
  • Quad Mics
  • ENC
  • Bluetooth v5.4
  • Gaming Mode, 40ms low latency
  • Dual pairing
  • 60 hours total playback
  • Touch controls

U&i Durable Series Neckband

Priced at Rs 2,699, the U&i Durable Series neckband is available at U&i outlets and leading retail stores across India in Black, White and Blue variants. It will also be available on the brand’s own website soon. Its features include:

  • Bluetooth v5.3
  • Up to 60-hour battery life
  • 200mAh battery, micro-USB charging
  • 10-meter transmission range
  • ENC
  • Magnetic Power On/Off

Vivo TWS 3e

Priced at Rs 1,899, the Vivo TWS 3e goes on sale today, August 7, on Vivo’s own store and Flipkart. It will be available in Bright White and Dark Indigo shades. Its features include:

  • Hi-res 11mm driver, DeepX 3.0 Sound Effects
  • Intelligent ANC
  • Up to 42-hour battery life
  • 88ms low gaming latency
  • IP54 rated
  • AI call noise reduction
  • Dual-device connection
  • Google Fast Pair, Google Assistant
  • Wear detection
  • Find my earphones
  • Touch controls

BoAt Airdopes ProGear

The Airdopes ProGear come in Active Black and Sporting Green colours. Available at a special launch price of Rs 1,999, these open-ear earbuds can be purchased at boAt-lifestyle.com, Flipkart, Amazon, and Myntra. You can also find them at Reliance, Croma, and Vijay Sales stores near you. Its features include:

  • Open-ear design
  • Open Audio Technology
  • Quad mics
  • AI-ENx technology
  • 15mm drivers, BoAt Signature Sound
  • Bluetooth v5.3
  • BEAST mode, 40ms low latency
  • Up to 100-hour total playtime
  • ASAP charge support
  • IPX5 rated

Noise Airwave Pro

Priced at Rs 1,499, the Airwave Pro can be purchased via Noise’s website, Flipkart, and Amazon in colours including black, blue, green, and beige. Its features include:

  • 13mm drivers
  • Up to 32dB ANC
  • Dual-device connectivity
  • 3 mics, ENC
  • Up to 40ms low latency, Hypersync technology
  • Up to 60-hour playtime
  • Magnetic Power on/off
  • 3 EQ modes
  • IPX5 rated
  • Bluetooth v5.3

Poco Buds X1

The Poco Buds X1 will be available for purchase via Flipkart from August 5 at 12PM IST in a single Titanium colour for Rs 1,799. Its features include:

  • 12.4mm Dynamic Titanium Drivers
  • Dual mics (each earbud)
  • 40dB Hybrid ANC
  • Bluetooth v5.3, SBC, codecs supported
  • AI Call Noise Reduction
  • Battery: 480mAh (Case), 45mAh (Earbuds); Up to 36-hour playback time
  • USB-C charging
  • IP54 rated
  • Xiaomi Earbuds App support

Leaf Buds x121

Priced at Rs 899, the Leaf Buds x121 will be available on Amazon. Its features include:

  • Bluetooth v5.4
  • Up to 30-hour playback time
  • 10mm drivers
  • USB-C charging
  • Touch control
  • ENC
  • Quad mics
  • IPX5 rated
  • 2 EQ modes (game & music)
  • 50ms low-latency

Leaf Buds x342

Priced at Rs 999, the Leaf Buds x342 will be available on Amazon. Its features include:

  • Bluetooth v5.3
  • Up to 32-hour playback time
  • USB-C charging
  • 10mm driver
  • ENC
  • Quad mics
  • IPX5 rated
  • 2 EQ modes
  • 50ms low latency

Leaf Buds x268

Priced at Rs 999, the Buds x268 will be available on Amazon with features like:

  • Bluetooth v5.3
  • Up to 24-hour playtime
  • IPX4 rated
  • 13mm drivers

Leaf Buds x614

Priced at Rs 1,299, these buds will be available on Amazon with features including:

  • 13mm drivers
  • Bluetooth v5.3
  • Up to 30-hour playtime
  • Up to 30dB ANC
  • USB-C charging
  • Touch controls
  • 2 modes
  • IPX5 rated
  • Quad mics
  • ENC
  • 50ms low-latency

Leaf Rush x168

Priced at Rs 599, the Rush x168 can be purchased via Amazon and its features include:

  • 10mm driver
  • Bluetooth v5.3
  • Up to 26-hour playtime
  • In-built mic
  • Splashproof design

Leaf Rush x342

Available at Rs 699, the Leaf Rush x342 are available on Amazon with features such as:

  • Bluetooth v5.3
  • 10mm driver
  • 30-hour playtime
  • Hall switch control
  • 3 EQ modes

Spotify Gives Back Lyrics Access to Free Users

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Spotify, over recent times, has taken away a considerable amount of features from free users to push them towards a premium plan which has also drawn some criticism. However, the music streaming service has taken a step on the basis of feedback received, where it’s now giving back free users access to lyrics for songs.

Lyrics for songs on Spotify launched back in 2020 but beginning late last year, free users began noticing that Spotify was now asking them to subscribe to a premium plan to use the feature. However, as a part of the latest update, lyrics have returned for Spotify free users, as some users have noticed.

“At Spotify, we’re always testing and iterating. This means the availability of our features can vary across tiers and between markets and devices. Over the coming weeks, we’ll be expanding lyrics availability for Spotify Free users so more people can enjoy viewing more lyrics, globally,” the streaming service said to TechCrunch.

Furthermore, while speaking to 9to5Google, Spotify also confirmed that there’s a limit for the free lyrics. However, it explained that the new monthly limit is higher than anyone would ever reach, and higher than any single user has even neared. The limit hasn’t exactly been specified in terms of numbers, though. This means that despite there being a monthly limit, you should still be fine with using lyrics on your free Spotify account.

Spotify says the change will roll out “over the coming weeks” to all users, but many free users have already experienced it in their apps.

Meanwhile, the service is also working on launching a HiFi lossless streaming plan it has been working on for years. Spotify currently streams music at a 320kbps rate but with HiFi coming, one can go up to 2,117kbps, with as much as 15.9MB of data being consumed per minute. Spotify also mentions that even 24-bit lossless is available on limited songs that can be played via the FLAC audio format.

Poco M6 Plus 5G Review: Are its Competitors Better Offerings?

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Poco has announced a new budget smartphone in India, the Poco M6 Plus. It appears to be a rebranded Redmi 13 5G but with a new design. With a starting price of Rs 13,499, the Poco M6 Plus competes with the likes of HMD Crest, Lava Blaze X, Oppo K12x 5G, and more. Should you consider the Poco device over the competition? Let’s find out.

Design & Display

Poco m6 plus design

The Poco M6 Plus employs a glass back with a flat plastic frame. For the price, the M6 Plus feels quite decent in the hand paired with the premium look. The buttons reside on the right along with the fingerprint sensor which doubles as the power key. The fingerprint sensor is fast and accurate in detecting the print.

Poco m6 plus 5g rear panel

The black model we have has a dual-tone look with the bottom half having a glittery finish while the top half is plain black. Aside from feeling premium in hand, the device is also quite big to hold, which makes it inappropriate for one-handed use. Moreover, because it has a reflective look, the back panel is also a fingerprint magnet. To solve that, Poco offers a transparent TPU case inside the box.

The single speaker on the bottom is mediocre. It’s not the loudest, and it does not handle songs well, as the sound is mostly muffled. The vibration motor is also the usual one used in such devices, and you cannot expect much from it.

Aside from that, the M6 Plus still does well in the design department.

As for the display, it is a 6.79-inch IPS FHD+ display that has a peak brightness of 550 nits, a 120Hz refresh rate, and 240Hz touch sampling rate. This LCD panel is responsive as well as smooth in normal use.

Poco m6 plus display

The colours also look vivid, and watching videos on it is a pleasant experience, too, thanks to how sharp the content looks. The viewing angles, however, are below average, and so is the brightness when you look at it outdoors under direct sunlight.

Compared to the competition, I have definitely seen better displays at this price point, such as the one in CMF Phone 1, HMD Crest, and Lava Blaze X also. Those are not only AMOLED panels but are also much brighter.

Read More: Poco F6 5G Review: An All-Rounder With A Few Quirks

Software & Performance 

The Poco M6 Plus is powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 Accelerated Edition, paired with up to 8GB of LPDDR4x and 128GB of expandable UFS 2.2 storage. The device runs on HyperOS, based on 14.

The M6 Plus runs smoothly for day-to-day use. RAM management is decent and the overall animations across the system feel and look fluid, too. The animation speed of closing or opening apps has been sped up compared to what we see on HyperOS running on Poco X-series, F-series, and other flagship and mid-range and Xiaomi devices so they feel snappier on lower-end devices like the Poco M6 Plus 5G which surely does work.

However, it’s not meant to handle demanding tasks, such as playing titles like Call of Duty Mobile, where the device begins to show signs of struggle.

Aside from that, HyperOS offers a load of customisation options and is well-optimised for the device. There are a good amount of lock screen styles to choose from along with the ability to change icon size, fonts, and much more.

Then there’s a flash notifications feature where the flashlight on the back blinks when you receive a call or when a set alarm rings. For security and privacy, you can set lock for various apps.

In addition, there’s a battery protection feature that allows you to limit the charging percentage up to 80% so it doesn’t go past it which helps in the longevity of battery. Furthermore, the device runs on the June 2024 security patch which is not very old and acceptable. However, if it was on the July or August patch, it would have been much better.

Poco m6 plus 5g bloatware

Finally, in terms of software, there is some bloatware included out of the box. However, you can easily uninstall all those apps.

Connectivity performance of the handset was optimal, including that of Wi-Fi, 5G, and Bluetooth. The device doesn’t have which is a usual omission in smartphones that cost this much.

Battery Life

The 5,030 battery on the Poco M6 Plus easily helps it last more than a day of moderate use. My usage pattern included chatting on social media, browsing the web, some calling, and scrolling through apps like Instagram. My screen-on time consistently ranged from 7 to 8 hours, which is quite impressive.

The device takes around 1h 15m to charge from 0 to 100%, which is again a decent time for a phone that costs this much. To sum up, the Poco M6 Plus surely didn’t disappoint us with its battery life.

Cameras

Poco m6 plus 5g cameras

The Poco M6 Plus’s back features a 108-megapixel f/1.8 Samsung HM6 primary camera and a 2-megapixel f/2.4 macro sensor. On the front, it features a 13-megapixel shooter.

The photos from the main sensor are sharp and have decent colour tones. They have a cool hue, but the colours look pleasant to the eyes. The exposure levels are under control, and the dynamic range is decent, too. For the price, I’d say the Poco M6 Plus clicks quite nice photos when given enough light.

The secondary macro sensor isn’t the best and lacks some details. While it handles the colours fine, the one thing that’s absolutely the most necessary in a macro shot, which is detailing and sharpness, is on the lower side, which makes it unusable in most conditions.

Selfies from the front sensor are acceptable but not the best. While it handles the skin tones fine, the sharpness and detailing are poor. Moreover, the background often gets overexposed when it’s bright, suggesting the dynamic range is disappointing as well.

Portrait shots come out quite impressive. Not only is the detection on point but the colours and details in the shot are nice.

The main sensor also handles shots in artificial lighting with ease, with no compromise in either detailing or colours. However, in low light situations, the camera does begin to struggle as the photos start becoming blurry.

Turning on the does help with exposure management in night conditions, but the detailing remains lackluster. 

OnePlus Buds Pro 3: Full Specs and Design Leaked

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OnePlus recently debuted the Nord Buds 3 Pro and it is now prepping the launch of its next earbuds, which will be its flagship earbuds and will be the successor to last year’s OnePlus Buds Pro 2. The upcoming OnePlus Buds Pro 3 have now been leaked in detail, including its renders as well as the specifications and features.

OnePlus Buds Pro 3: Leaked Design

Oneplus buds pro 3 leaked

The OnePlus Buds Pro 3 will depart from the design its predecessors have used. The Buds get a design similar to that of the Nord Buds 3 Pro, with a cobble-shaped case that will have a leather finish, similar to what Marshall earbuds have. The buds will be available in two shades, including Midnight Opus (Black) and Lunar Radiance (Gold).

Buds pro 3

Further, the stems will be glossy and will have a contrasty look with the matte-finish earbuds and ear tips. The buds will have the L and R engravings for easy identification. In addition, the text “Co-created with Dynaudio” is written on each earbud confirming another year of partnership between the brands. The ONEPLUS logo is engraved on the front of the case.

Read More: We Are Sorry: OnePlus

OnePlus Buds Pro 3: Leaked Specifications

the OnePlus Buds Pro 3 will offer up to 43 hours of battery life, which is 4 hours more than its predecessor. A 10-minute charge will give you 5 hours of music playback, as per the leaked report by Smartprix.

The buds will be IP55-rated and will use the latest Bluetooth v5.4 which means you can get ultra-low audio at up to 94 milliseconds. The Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation will also be improved, where it is bumped up to 50 dB (up from 49 dB on the Buds Pro 2). Conversations and voice calls will be twice as clear, thanks to improved noise cancelling.

Then, the buds will offer multiple sound modes, where Dynaudio EQ will be a major highlight for the Buds Pro 3. It will offer users preset EQs, including personalized ones for different music genres, ensuring “meticulously balanced notes.” Then, the Buds Pro 3 will also offer dual connection support, which means you can connect to two devices at the same time, whether it’s Android, iOS, Windows, smartphones, tablets, or computers.

Finally, the buds will feature a dual driver setup including an 11 mm woofer and a 6 mm tweeter, each with its own DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter). They’ll support LHDC 5.0 audio codec, providing stereo-grade clarity and depth with up to 1 bitrate and 24-bit/192 kHz audio.

Nothing Phone (2a) Plus Launched With MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro SoC

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Nothing has launched the amplified version of the Phone (2a), dubbed Nothing Phone (2a) Plus. The plus model comes with some upgrades over the Phone (2a), including an upgraded selfie sensor, an aluminium mid-frame, new colours with a metallic look, a 10% more powerful processor, and faster charging speed as well. Here’s what all it has to offer.

Nothing Phone (2a) Plus: Price, Availability

The Phone (2a) Plus is priced at Rs 27,999 for the 8GB + 256GB model and Rs 29,999 for the 12GB + 256GB trim. The device comes in Black & Grey colours and the pre-orders for the device will begin soon on Flipkart in India. It will go on sale from August 7, 12PM IST where users can also avail a bank discount of Rs 2,000 on both variants.

Nothing Phone (2a) Plus: Specifications

Phone 2a plus colours

The Nothing Phone (2a) Plus sports a 6.7-inch AMOLED FHD+ screen with a Resolution of 1084 x 2412 pixels, HDR10+, up to 1300 nits peak brightness, 240Hz touch sampling rate and a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, the Nothing device is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro mobile platform, paired with up to 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage.

On the front, it gets a 50-megapixel f/2.2 selfie camera. The Nothing Phone (2a) Plus has launched with a dual rear camera setup, consisting of a 50-megapixel f/1.88 OIS-assisted primary camera and a 50-megapixel f/2.2 ultra-wide angle camera. It supports Ultra XDR technology as well. The device packs a 5000mAh battery with 50W Fast charging support.

Connectivity options on the smartphone include 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6 802.11 ac (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth v5.3, GPS (L1 + L5), USB Type-C, and NFC. There’s an in-display optical fingerprint sensor for security. The device runs on Nothing OS 2.6 based on Android 14 and will get updates till Android 17 along with 4 years of security patches. It is also IP54 rated.

iPhone SE 4 Could Get a Notable Display Upgrade

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iPhone SE lineup hasn’t seen a new launch since 2022, but that could change in 2025 as the next product in the lineup, iPhone SE 4 (or iPhone SE 2025), is expected to debut during Q1 of next year. Leaks suggest that iPhone SE 4 could get a notable upgrade in terms of display, where it will have a type of panel no other iPhone SE has ever had in the past.

South Korea’s The Elec reports that iPhone SE 4 could use OLED displays manufactured by LG Display. The new report mentions that China’s BOE is will still be the primary display supplier for the next iPhone SE while LG Display will be the secondary supplier. This could be a significant upgrade for the iPhone SE lineup, considering how superior OLED panels are to panels. Moreover, this would be the first time an iPhone SE would pack an OLED display.

Aside from that, another recent report suggested that the iPhone SE 4 might be priced around $500, a noticeable increase from the $429 starting price of the iPhone SE 3. This potential price hike reflects the significant upgrades and new features expected in the upcoming model​.

The device is expected to be a rebranded iPhone 14 but with a redesigned back panel and a single camera on the back. The iPhone SE 4 may be powered by the A15 Bionic chip, coupled with Apple’s in-house 5G modem. This Modem will only support sub-6GHz 5G frequencies rather than the faster mmWave spectrum.

The device is rumoured to feature a 48-megapixel main camera and will likely come with a USB Type-Ccharging port, aligning with recent European Union regulations on universal charging standards​. Additionally, the phone will run on 18 out of the box. It should be noted that Apple has not officially confirmed any specifics about the iPhone SE 4. As the release date approaches, more concrete details will likely emerge.

Google Pixel Watch 3 Details Revealed in a Huge Leak

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Google will be launching the Pixel 9 series on August 13 and the Pixel Watch 3 is expected to tag along. A fresh leak has revealed a good chunk of details about the Google Pixel Watch 3, including the sizes it will be available in, colour options, along with the display specifications as well.

The leak comes from Android Headlines, who got access to the promotional materials of the Pixel Watch 3 via a source. According to the publication’s leaked materials, the Pixel Watch 3 will sport Google’s Actua Display, which will bring the brightness up to 2,000 nits of peak brightness on both models compared to 1000 nits on Pixel Watch 2. The watch will be available in two sizes, including 41mm and 45mm, which was also leaked earlier this year.

Pixel watch 3 leaked

Google is also touting 20% faster charging on the 41mm model. Furthermore, the watch boasts about 24 hours of use with always-on display turned on. Or up to 36 hours with Battery Saver Mode turned on. These stats look similar to previous year’s model. Aside from that, inside the box of the watch, you’ll get a and a USB-C charger.

Pixel Watch 3 will be available in a total of four strap colour options, including dark green, black, beige, black, and pink. The pink colour would be limited to the 41mm model only. The publication also stated some software features coming with the watch, such as the functionality to allow you to see your Nest Doorbells and Cameras on the watch itself.

Google is also including a new Morning Brief on Pixel Watch 3, which delivers a summary of your most important health and fitness metrics each morning, including your sleep metrics and your readiness score for the day. Speaking of the Readiness Score, this lets you know how your body is feeling and what you can do today to keep from over or under-training. Google is also adding a new Cardio Load feature, which measures how intensely your heart works and is part of your Readiness Score.

Samsung’s First Android 15-based One UI 7 Beta Delayed, Now Expected Next Month

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Samsung was expected to announce the first One UI 7 Beta based on 15 earlier this Monday, however, it was delayed according to reports. Now, a new report has surfaced online which suggests a new timeline for the One UI 7 Beta and it is now expected to arrive next month.

The report saying that One UI 7 Beta got delayed was shared by SamMobile, for which it cited One UI 6.1.1 rollout as the reason. The release of Samsung’s first Android 15 Beta has been delayed due to the One UI 6.1.1 update, which is due to be released to older foldable phones, tablets, and Samsung’s other high-end Galaxy phones, such as the S23 series and the S24 series.

Samsung now plans to release the first beta for One UI 7 “around the third week of August,” according to the publication, delaying the release by nearly a month from the expected date. This comes after Google’s anticipated launch of Android 15 for devices, alongside the Pixel 9 series which is set to debut on August 13.

Because the One UI 6.1.1 is yet to rollout, it feels like Samsung thinks that One UI 7, if released, would steal the spotlight from the 6.1.1 update. The One UI 6.1.1 is confirmed to bring a load of new Galaxy features to Samsung’s flagships.

On the other hand, the One UI 7 Beta is further expected to be an even bigger update with all the changes that have been leaked so far. The Quick settings panel which got a revamp in One UI 6 will once again undergo some design changes, where the boxes containing the icons will be more rounded, while there’ll be on-screen controls for volume as well, which is a first for Samsung. Aside from that, new icons, continuity features, camera design revamp, and much more also expected to be a part of the update.

Delhi Metro Introduces Metro Card Recharge Facility Through WhatsApp

WhatsApp today announced the metro card recharge feature for Delhi Metro commuters across Delhi NCR region. In addition, by using the same ticketing and chatbot services on WhatsApp, commuters can also access the metro card recharge service in both English and Hindi by sending ‘Hi’ to the specified number or by scanning the QR code.

Within the chat window, users in Delhi can recharge their metro card using their preferred payment methods (UPI, debit, credit cards, etc.) on WhatsApp. By sending ‘Hi’ to +91 9650855800 or scanning the QR code, commuters can access the ticketing and chatbot services for metro card recharges in both English and Hindi on WhatsApp. This service is available to Metro commuters across the Delhi NCR region.

Users on and can also find quick access to the chat bot by tapping on the payments section on their WhatsApp. Powered by PeLocal, DMRC’s WhatsApp-based ticketing service is available across all lines in the Delhi National Capital Region, including Gurugram Rapid Metro.

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Last year, WhatsApp had enabled the QR ticketing system across all DMRC routes including Gurugram rapid metro. The chatbot service provides passengers with instant information and support, including details on train schedules, fares, and station information. 

In recent months, cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Nagpur, and Pune have integrated WhatsApp into their transport services, enhancing convenience for millions of commuters.

Meanwhile, WhatsApp is also pushing into the AI space with the introduction of Meta AI. Powered by Meta’s Llama 3 model, one can access Meta AI in a WhatsApp group chat, such as to recommend restaurants with great views and vegan options for you and your friends to consider.