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Tecno Spark Go 5G Launched in India: Things to Know

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Tecno Spark Go 5G has been launched in India with a claim that it is the lightest smartphone in the country that packs a 6000mAh battery. The device has a MediaTek Dimensity paired with a single rear camera, fast charging, and more. Here’s everything to know about it.

Tecno Spark Go 5G: Price, Availability

The Tecno Spark Go 5G is priced at Rs 9,999 for the sole 4GB + 128GB model. It comes in Turquoise Green, Sky Blue, and Ink Black colours and will be available from Flipkart starting August 21.

Tecno Spark Go 5G: Specifications

The Tecno Spark Go 5G sports a 6.74-inch IPS LCD screen with a 120Hz Refresh Rate and an HD+ resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels. The device is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 SoC. The device has a 128GB of in-built eMMC 5.1 storage which is expandable and 4GB LPDDR4x RAM with additional Virtual RAM support.

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For photos and videos, the Tecno device has a single rear camera setup which includes a 50-megapixel sensor paired with a dual-LED flash. There is also a 5-megapixel selfie camera sensor at the front. It is backed up by a 6000mAh battery with 18W fast charging.

Connectivity options include Dual 5G, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth, GPS, a USB Type-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack. Additional features include a single speaker, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, an IR blaster, and an IP64 rated body. The device runs on HiOS 15 based on Android 15.

Poco M7 Plus 5G Launched in India: All Details

Poco M7 Plus 5G has been announced in India with a Snapdragon and a 144Hz LCD display. The device also has a huge 7000mAh battery and is claimed to be the slimmest smartphone in its segment with a battery that big. Here’s all the other information you’d want to know about the device.

Poco M7 Plus 5G: Price, Availability

The POCO M7 Plus 5G comes in Silver, Aqua Blue, and Carbon Black colours and is priced at Rs 13,999 for the 6GB + 128GB and Rs 14,999 for the 8GB + 128GB model. It will be available from Flipkart starting August 19. Launch offers include a Rs 1,000 discount with HDFC, ICICI and SBI cards or Rs 1,000 additional discount on exchange. The company will offer a 3-month no-cost as well.

Poco M7 Plus 5G: Specifications

The Poco M7 Plus 5G sports a 6.9-inch IPS LCD display with an FHD+ resolution of 2340 x 1080 pixels, 374 ppi, up to 144Hz refresh rate, up to 288Hz touch sampling rate, Gorilla Glass 3 protection, and 850 nits peak brightness.

Under the hood, the phone packs a Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 SoC, paired with up to 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM and up to 128GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage which is expandable up to 2TB through a hybrid slot. The handset runs on Android 15-based HyperOS 2 out of the box and will receive 2 major Android OS updates and 4 years of security patches. 

There is a 7000mAh battery with 33W Fast charging support and 18W reverse wired charging. On the rear, the phone sports a dual camera setup, comprising a 50MP primary lens with an f/1.8 Aperture and an AI secondary lens. For selfies, an 8MP f/2.0 front-facing camera is included.

Additionally, connectivity options include support for Bluetooth v5.1, Dual 5G, 5, GPS, a USB-C port. It also gets a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for security, an IR blaster, a single speaker, and is IP64 rated.

Google Introduces Personal Context and Temporary Chats in Gemini

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Google is introducing a couple of new features including Personal Context and Temporary Chats in Gemini. The former allows the AI assistant to learn about you from your past conversations and remember key details about you so it can provide you with personalised results for your queries. Here’s everything the two features have to offer.

Personal Context and Temporary Chats in Gemini will be rolling out to users over the next few weeks. With personal context, Gemini can learn from your past conversations over time. When this setting is on, Gemini remembers key details and preferences you’ve shared, leading to more natural and relevant conversations, as if you’re collaborating with a partner who’s already up to speed.

personal context gemini

At first, personalized conversations will be available when using the Gemini 2.5 Pro model in select countries and it will then expand to the 2.5 Flash model and more countries in the weeks ahead.

This setting is on by default to help Gemini give you more relevant responses, but you can head to your Settings in the Gemini and select “Personal context,” then ”Your past chats with Gemini” to turn it off.

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Google says “there may be times when you want to have a quick conversation with the Gemini app without it influencing future chats,” for which it has developed temporary chats, a feature that’s already available in ChatGPT.

temporary chats gemini

Temporary Chats won’t appear in your recent chats or Gemini Apps Activity, and they won’t be used to personalize your Gemini experience or train Google’s AI models. They are kept for up to 72 hours to respond to you and to process any feedback you choose to provide.

Finally, in the coming weeks, your “Gemini Apps Activity” setting will be renamed “Keep Activity.” When this setting is on, a sample of your future uploads will be used to help improve Google services for everyone. If you prefer not to have your data used this way, you can turn this setting off or use Temporary Chats. If your Gemini Apps Activity setting is currently off, your Keep Activity setting will remain off, and you can turn it on anytime.

Sony ULT Tower 9, Tower 9AC, Field 5, Field 3 Speakers, and ULT Mic 1 Launched in India

Sony ULT Tower 9, along with Tower 9AC, Field 5, Field 3 speakers and the ULT Mic 1 have been launched in India. These products debuted globally earlier this year in April. They come in addition to last year’s first-gen products which included the Tower 10, Field 7, Field 1, and the ULT Wear headphones.

Sony ULT 2nd Gen Products: Pricing, Availability

The new ULT Power Sound products (ULT TOWER 9, ULT TOWER 9AC, ULT FIELD 5, ULT FIELD 3, and ULTMIC1) are available across Sony retail stores – Sony Center and Sony Exclusive, www.ShopatSC.com portal, major electronic stores and other e-commerce portals in India starting today, August 12.

As a special launch offer, customer purchasing the ULT TOWER 9 and ULT TOWER 9AC, will get a Sony Wireless MIC worth Rs 19,990/- (MRP) for free. The Tower 9 (Black) is priced at Rs 84,990, the Tower 9AC (Black) is priced at Rs 69,990, Field 5 (Off White, Black) at Rs 24,990, Field 3 (Forest Grey, Off White, Black) at Rs 17,990, and ULT Mic 1 (Black) at Rs 14,990.

Sony ULT Tower 9, ULT Tower 9AC: Features

Sony ULT Tower 9, Tower 9AC


The new tower speakers from Sony support 360° Party Sound. The ULT Tower 9 and ULT Tower 9AC feature four tweeters that deliver clear sound to both the front and rear of the speaker, with two mid-range speakers for vocal clarity. The speaker also includes Sony’s X-Balanced Speaker Unit to ensure clear audio and powerful sound.

Hitting the ULT button gives access to two bass modes – ULT1 for deeper, lower Frequencybass and ULT2 for powerful punchy bass.

The ULT TOWER 9’s can provide up to 25-hour battery life, while the ULT TOWER 9AC uses an AC connection without a built-in battery for a plug-and-play format. Aside from this difference, they offer the same set of features and specifications. The easy-to-carry handle makes it simple to carry or lift and the stable castors help easily pull the speaker.

The ULT TOWER 9 and ULT TOWER 9AC do more than just play music — where the 360° Party Lights create a synchronised lighting display that can link up to 100 compatible speakers, syncing both music and lighting seamlessly.

The ULT TOWER 9 and ULT TOWER 9AC are also equipped with fun and convenient features, such as karaoke and guitar inputs, as well as the unique TV Sound Booster function that enhances the audio-visual sound experience.

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Sony ULT Field 5, ULT Field 3: Features

ULT Field 5, Field 3
ULT Field 5 (Left), ULT Field 3 (Right)

The Sony ULT Field 5 and ULT Field 3 feature a new shoulder strap for easy carrying. The ULT Field 5 offers a superior music experience with boosted bass, while the ULT Field 3 is claimed to deliver powerful bass from a compact body. There’s also the ULT button on the two speakers.

The technology in the ULT Field 5 works in harmony for better sound quality. The X-Balanced Speaker Unit produces a clear and powerful sound with a tweeter providing a spacious sound for high frequencies. The passive radiators are optimized to enhance bass sound.

The ULT Field 3 packs a two-way active driver design, incorporating a dedicated woofer and tweeter. Plus, the layout of the side passive radiators has been optimized to enhance bass sound.

The detachable shoulder strap offers multiple carrying options, making it ideal for outdoor adventures. With the ULT Field 5 and ULT Field 3, listeners can choose the colour that matches their look, from Black and Off-White, and an additional Forest Gray colorway with the ULT Field 3.

The Field 5 can deliver up to 25 hours of battery life, while the ULT FIELD 3 offers up to 24 hours of non-stop playback.

With IP66 and IP67 waterproof and dustproof ratings, the ULT FIELD 5 and ULT FIELD 3 are ready for listening wherever users like – and there’s no problem rinsing them off either. The speakers are also salt-water resistant making them ideal for beachside listening.

The 360° Party Lights are also added to the ULT FIELD 5. Both speakers include other convenient features, such as Party Connect, Multipoint Connection, Bluetooth Fast Pair, and a USB charging port.

Sony ULT Mic: Features

The ULT Mic 1 is designed to pair seamlessly with our ULT POWER SOUND Series speakers. These wireless microphones instantly connect two wireless mics by inserting dongles into the quarter-inch jack mic port, delivering “exceptional vocal clarity.” Featuring Duet Assist, it automatically balances mic volume during dual performances, so no voice gets lost in the mix. It offers up to 20 hours of mic playtime, that gives 120 minutes in just 10 minutes and convenient USB charging for hassle-free power-ups anywhere.

Portronics ChargeMate Trio 3-in-1 Wireless Charger Launched in India

Portronics ChargeMate Trio 3-in-1 wireless charger has been announced in India with a built-in travel utility kit that is “designed to keep your devices powered and essentials organized wherever you go,” according to the company. Here’s everything to know about the new wireless charger from Portronics.

Portronics ChargeMate Trio: Price, Availability

The Portronics ChargeMate Trio is priced at Rs 1,399 and is available for purchase on the Portronics website. It will also be coming soon to major online marketplaces such as Amazon and Flipkart, and at leading offline retail outlets across India. The product comes with a 6-month warranty.

Portronics ChargeMate Trio: Features

The ChargeMate Trio offers simultaneous wireless charging for a smartphone (up to 15W), smartwatch (2.5W), and earbuds, all in a sleek, foldable design. Its precision magnetic alignment ensures devices stay securely in place for efficient charging. The foldable, circular triple-pad design makes it compact enough to slip into a travel pouch while maintaining a stylish, modern aesthetic.

Inside the first charging module, ChargeMate Trio features a well-organised storage compartment holding a 60W cable along with interchangeable connectors – USB-A, USB-C, Lightning, and – making it compatible with a wide variety of gadgets, from smartphones and tablets to laptops.

It also includes a dedicated slot for and cards along with a SIM ejector tool, ensuring you have everything you need for travel in one place. Crafted from durable ABS plastic with a smooth matte finish, the “ChargeMate Trio blends portability with resilience.”

Meanwhile, earlier this month, the company also announced a 3-in-1 smart mirror called Portronics Movo. Movo features a round mirror with three LED ring light settings, allowing users to find the right lighting for different situations — from warm tones to bright daylight. The mirror tilts up to 90°, giving the flexibility to adjust the angle as needed. The device also supports 15W magnetic wireless charging and is Qi2 certified.

Vu Glo QLED TV 2025 (Dolby Edition) Launched in India: Everything to Know

Vu Glo QLED TV 2025 (Dolby Edition) has been announced in India with features like a Glo QLED panel, Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG, a 24W Dolby Atmos sound system, the 1.5GHz VuOn Processor, and more. Here’s everything to know about the new TV from VU.

Vu Glo QLED TV 2025: Price, Availability

The pricing for the TV is as follows:

  • 43-inch (43GLOQLED25) – Rs 24,990
  • 50-inch (50GLOQLED25) – Rs 30,990
  • 55-inch (55GLOQLED25) – Rs 35,990
  • 65-inch (65GLOQLED25) – Rs 50,990
  • 75-inch (75GLOQLED25) – Rs 64,990

The TVs are available for purchase on Amazon, Flipkart, and at retail outlets across India, starting today, August 12.

Vu Glo QLED TV 2025: Features

Available in 43-inch, 50-inch, 55-inch, 65-inch, and 75-inch sizes, the lineup sports QLED panels (3840×2160) with 400 nits brightness, 92% NTSC color gamut, MEMC, and A+ Grade Glo Panel technology. Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG support are also on board, along with multiple picture modes including FILMMAKER, Cricket, Cinema, and Game.

Powering the TVs is the 1.5GHz VuON AI with AI Upscaling for enhanced clarity. Gamers get features like VRR, ALLM, HDR gaming, Crosshair Mode, and a dedicated Game Dashboard. On the audio side, the TVs pack 24W Dolby Atmos sound from dual speakers, plus Auto Volume Control, Dialogue Clarity, and an equalizer.

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The series runs Google TV, offering Chromecast, Google access, and smart home integration with Apple AirPlay, HomeKit, and casting. Connectivity includes 5.3, Wi-Fi, LAN, and camera support, while ports include three HDMI (with ARC/eARC/CEC), two USB, optical out, AV in, Ethernet, and a jack.

Each model comes with a Vu ActiVoice remote featuring IR, Bluetooth, voice assistant, and hotkeys for Wi-Fi, picture, sound, and popular apps like Netflix and YouTube. Extra features include Low Blue Light mode, Kids Mode, Parental Controls, and phone-to-TV music playback. All models come with a 1-year warranty.

BoAt Stone Arc Series Wireless Speakers Launched in India

Boat Stone Arc series wireless speakers have been announced in India, consisting of three models including Stone Arc Pro Plus, Arc Pro, and Arc. The speakers tout RGB lights and offer up to 45W audio output. Read on to know more about the new set of speakers from boAt.

BoAt Stone Arc Series: Price, Availability

The boAt Stone Arc Series RGB Portable Wireless Speakers will be available on Amazon, Flipkart, BoAt’s website, and select retail outlets.

  • The boAt Stone Arc Pro Plus comes in Black and Blue colour options, priced at Rs 4,499.
  • The boAt Stone Arc Pro is available in Raging Black and Groovy Grey colour options, priced at Rs 3,499.
  • The boAt Stone Arc is available in Frozen Blue colour option, priced at Rs 2,999.

BoAt Stone Arc Series: Features

Spearheading the BoAt Stone Arc series is the Arc Pro Plus with 45 Watts of boAt Signature Sound-backed music power, enhanced by Spatial Sound. “A great option for audiophiles, instant party hosts, and all music lovers who crave music with depth, high volume, and extreme clarity,” as per boAt. With Broadcast Mode and Hearables support you also get complete control over how your sound behaves and interacts with multiple devices. Lastly, you get RGB aesthetics, an ergonomic portable design with IPX5 water resistance, and a massive 12-hour playtime.

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The Stone Arc Pro offers a 25-Watt boAt Signature Sound system that’s enhanced with boAt’s Spatial Sound, to create an immersive, room-filling audio experience. It packs a Broadcast Mode, which unlike TWS, can sync with multiple Arc speakers and fill an even larger space with rich, synchronised audio. Compatibility with the boAt’s Hearables App allows you to customise sound profiles, mood lighting for the RGB LEDs, and a lot more. The RGB lighting offers up to 4 dynamic modes that sync with your music. There’s also IPX5 splash-proof rating and up to 12 hours of battery life (with RGB enabled) on offer.

Finally, the base model, named boAt Stone Arc, delivers 20 Watts of boAt’s Signature Sound from large twin 58mm drivers. Its RGB LED lighting adds a splash of personality to your favourite music and the pairing feature allows you to instantly sync with a second Arc. The Stone Arc features v5.4, AUX, and TF card inputs for multiple ways to stream your music. It also has an IPX5-rated splash and sweat-resistant exterior. Then there’s 12 hours of playback (at 60% volume), an ergonomic design, and a built-in mic for handsfree audio and video calls.

Sennheiser Accentum Open TWS Earbuds Launched in India

Sennheiser Accentum Open earbuds have been launched in India as the brand’s latest audio product. “With a lightweight, non-occlusive fit and crystal-clear performance, the ACCENTUM Open is built for those who move through their day with music, calls, and convenience at their fingertips,” said the company in a press release.

Sennheiser Accentum Open: Price, Availability

The Sennheiser Accentum Open is now available in India in Black and White color options. It will be available at a launch price of ₹9,990 with special offers at Sennheiser’s own website, Amazon, Flipkart India, and across leading electronics retail outlets.

Sennheiser Accentum Open: Features

At the core of the ACCENTUM Open is a custom-engineered 11mm dynamic transducer that sits outside the ear canal, “offering detailed, balanced sound while eliminating ear fatigue,” said the company. Its open-ear design ensures comfort over extended use.

With 5.3 and multipoint connectivity, users can easily switch between devices, such as taking a work call on a laptop before resuming a playlist on their phone. Dual-beamforming microphones enhance voice clarity and reduce background noise, enabling smooth communication in any setting.

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“Inspired by the simplicity of intuitive design, each earbud weighs just 4.4 grams, making them feel nearly weightless,” said Sennheiser. With touch controls on the slim stems, users can manage calls, audio, and volume without reaching for their device.

The ACCENTUM Open offers up to 6.5 hours of playback on a single charge, with the compact charging case extending battery life up to 28 hours. A quick 10-minute charge provides up to 1.5 hours of listening as per the company’s claim.

Vivo V60 5G Launched in India: Everything to Know

Vivo V60 5G has been announced in India with a Snapdragon under the hood, along with a set of triple rear cameras which includes a telephoto sensor paired with Zeiss optics. The device is also IP69 rated for dust and water resistance. Here’s everything else to know about the handset.

Vivo V60 5G: Price, Availability

The vivo V60 is priced at Rs 36,999 for the 8GB + 128GB model, Rs 38,999 for the 8GB + 256GB model, Rs 40,999 for the 12GB + 256GB version, and Rs 45,999 for the top-end 16GB + 512GB trim.

It can be bought in Moonlit Blue, Auspicious Gold, and Mist Gray colour options from Flipkart, Vivo’s own online store, Amazon India, and other retail stores from August 19. The pre-booking for the device is now live, and buyers can also avail offers like a 10% upgrade bonus or up to a 10% instant bank discount with select bank cards, and also buy at Vivo 3e at a discounted price of Rs 1,499 along with the V60 5G.

Vivo V60 5G: Specifications

Vivo V60 5G will sport a 6.77-inch quad-curved AMOLED Display with an FHD+ resolution (2392 x 1080 pixels), 120Hz refresh rate, P3 wide colour gamut, and a peak brightness of 5000 nits. The phone is also IP68 + IP69 rated for dust and water resistance.

The Vivo phone is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chip, paired with up to 16GB of LPDDR4x and up to 512GB of 2.2 storage.

For optics, you get a 50MP f/1.88 Sony IMX766 primary sensor with OIS, an 8MP f/2.0 Zeiss ultra-wide angle lens, and a 50MP f/2.65 Sony IMX882 Zeiss super telephoto sensor supporting up to 3X and OIS. On the front, a 50MP f/2.2 Zeiss Autofocus camera is present for selfies and 4K video recording. AI features include AI Four Season Portrait and AI Best Group Portrait.

It will be backed by a 6500mAh battery with support for 90W fast wired charging. Additional features include an in-display fingerprint sensor, NFC, dual stereo speakers, 6, Bluetooth 5.4, and 5G. The device runs on 15-based FunTouch OS 15 software.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Camera Review: Should You Buy it For its Optics?

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Samsung’s latest flip foldable, the Galaxy Z Flip 7, has seemingly been received well across the world, where in India it got an overwhelming response during the pre-order stage as per the company, despite having a steep price tag of Rs 1,09,999. While the folding form factor still remains the device’s USP, can it be relied on for its optics as well? We’ll answer that for you in our Galaxy Z Flip 7 camera review.

Galaxy Z Flip 7 Camera Specifications

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 comes with a dual-camera setup on the back, same as the former models. It includes a 50-megapixel f/1.8 sensor with OIS and a 12-megapixel f/2.2 ultra-wide-angle lens. On the inside, it gets a 10-megapixel f/2.2 front-facing sensor. These specifications are exactly the same as the Flip 6, but does that mean they click identical photos? Not exactly.

Galaxy Z Flip 7 Camera Performance

Galaxy z flip 7 outdoor
Galaxy z flip 7 outdoor shot

The Z Flip 7 shoots similar shots as the Flip 6 in terms of detailing which is good, as these shots are highly sharp and don’t lose out on details even if you zoom in post shooting. The dynamic range in shots from the main sensor seems better than before and so does the overall colour science, where the photos have a much more natural colour tone. Exposure control seems good and the overall shot is definitely impressive to look at.

Galaxy z flip 7 ultra wide Shot

The ultra-wide angle photos, however, look quite the same as Flip 6’s except for the colour tone which is again, more natural than vivid, to match the tone of the shots from the main sensor. Despite maintaining accurate colours, ultra-wide shots lack the level of detail offered by the primary sensor. The edges show noticeable noise, and the overall images appear softer compared to those captured with the main lens—an unexpected compromise at this price point.

Galaxy z flip 7 portrait

Portrait shots on the device impress with sharp detail and vibrant, well-balanced colours. The bokeh effect appears natural, and detection is handled with accuracy. Under artificial lighting, the camera captures ample detail with well-balanced colours and controlled exposure, resulting in pleasing images. Again, the colour tones are much superior than before.

Galaxy z flip 7 artificial lighting
Galaxy z flip 7 night mode

Low-light shots introduce some noise, but colour accuracy remains largely intact. Turning on does help with the reduction of noise along with a slighly brighter photo. However, you’ll have to keep your hands quite steady as a slightest shake could result in a blurry shot.

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Galaxy z flip 7 vs flip 6 selfies
Galaxy Z Flip 7 (left), Galaxy Z Flip 6 (right)

Selfies were a pain point for last year’s Flip 6 where the skin tones were warm and the colours were oversaturated. That’s majorly solved with the Flip 7 where the skin tones are much accurately captured, the colours are more lifelike, and the detailing is quite impressive, too. All of these improvements are noticeable in the comparison shot above.

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Galaxy z flip 7 10x
10x

As for zoomed in photos, you can’t expect a lot from the Flip 7 as it lacks a telephoto sensor sso the heavylifting is done by the primary camera. With that in mind, shots at 2x zoom look good with ample amount of detailing. At 4x, the shots begin to lose out on detail but are still usable. At 10x, which is the maximum range the device can zoom in, the shots begin to look highly soft and become a little unusable.

Aside from this, the camera features a new over last year’s model as this was introduced later in One UI 7, which Flip 6 also got. The shutter lag is well contained except for when shooting in very dark conditions. Usual flip-exclusive features, like the ability to shoot with the rear cameras when the device is folded using the cover screen as viewfinder (which is useful for selfies), ability to hold the device as a camcorder and shoot with the rear cameras, FlexView, Cover screen preview when shooting from back cameras, etc., are all here.

Galaxy Z Flip 7 Camera Review: Verdict

The Flip 7 definitely shows improvement over last year’s Flip 6 in terms of cameras despite using the same hardware, which is likely due to improved software tuning and a new ISP as well. While ultra-wide angle shots and the ones that are zoomed in still require improvement, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 camera setup proves to be a worthy one. That said, you could still look at other options in the market if you want superior cameras, including Samsung’s own Galaxy S24 Ultra from last year which is selling for Rs 79,999 right now on Amazon, as it is still a better phone to pick for optics which is given as it has more capable hardware.