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  Ai+ Nova 2 Power launch set for September 19 with 7000mAh battery, Dimensity 7100 and more

  September 18, 2026 11:05 IST

  Ai+ has confirmed the India launch date of the Nova 2 Power. The smartphone will debut on September 19 at 12pm IST and will be available for purchase through Flipkart. It is expected to feature a MediaTek Dimensity 7100 chipset, 7,000mAh battery, 33W fast charging and up to 8GB RAM.

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  Vivo X300 Pro, iQOO 15 get Android 17-based OriginOS 7 preview programme in India

  September 17, 2026 19:32 IST

  Vivo and iQOO have opened limited OriginOS 7 preview programmes in India for the Vivo X300 Pro and iQOO 15. Based on Android 17, the software is scheduled for a global launch on September 21, with only 500 users from each smartphone series eligible for the preview programme.

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  Samsung Galaxy S26 price hiked by Rs 12,000 in India: Check new price list

  September 17, 2026 17:44 IST

  Samsung has increased the price of the Galaxy S26 in India by Rs 12,000 across both storage variants. The revised prices will take effect from September 20, pushing the compact flagship into the Rs 1 lakh price segment.

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  Spotify adds new setting to stop kids’ music from affecting recommendations and wrapped

  September 17, 2026 16:47 IST

  Spotify has introduced a new setting that lets users prevent kids and family music from influencing their personalised recommendations, listening insights and Wrapped results. The feature is rolling out globally on mobile for both free and premium users.

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  GoogleBook AI laptop with OLED display teased; pre-orders to begin September 21

  September 17, 2026 14:00 IST

  Google is reportedly preparing to launch a new AI-focused laptop under the GoogleBook name. The company has teased the upcoming device and confirmed that pre-orders will begin on September 21.

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  ViewSonic launches new Google TV series in India with up to 65-inch displays

  September 17, 2026 11:50 IST

  ViewSonic has launched its new Google TV Series in India, featuring screen sizes ranging from 32 inches to 65 inches, alongside a new range of professional display and projection solutions. The company unveiled the products at InfoComm India 2026, targeting businesses, workplaces, retail and more.

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  Asus launches Vivobook S14, S16, 14 Flip and more laptops in India: Price, specs and more

  September 17, 2026 8:00 IST

  Asus has expanded its Vivobook lineup in India with the launch of the Vivobook S14, Vivobook S16, Vivobook 14 Flip, Vivobook S14 Flip and Vivobook 16. The new laptops feature metal designs, MIL-STD-810H durability and processors from Qualcomm, Intel and AMD with dedicated AI capabilities.

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  Oppo Find X10 Pro Max confirmed with Dimensity 9600 Pro, 200MP cameras and 8000mAh battery

  September 16, 2026 19:30 IST

  Oppo has confirmed that the upcoming Find X10 Pro Max will be among the first smartphones powered by MediaTek's new 2nm Dimensity 9600 Pro chipset. The flagship will launch in China on September 22 and is expected to make its way to international markets later.

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  Meta admits mistake, commits to report child abuse content to Indian law enforcement: Sources

  September 16, 2026 17:48 IST

  Meta has agreed to directly report child safety-related matters to India's cybercrime portal managed by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C). PTI reported that the move comes amid increased government scrutiny of social media platforms over child sexual abuse content online.

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  Samsung Galaxy A18 4G launched with 50MP camera and Exynos 1610 chip: Price, specifications

  September 16, 2026 17:16 IST

  Samsung Galaxy A18 4G features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate, a 50-megapixel triple rear camera system and a 5,000mAh battery. It runs Android 17-based One UI 9.0 with 6-gen Android upgrades and 6-years of security updates.

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  Jio offers free Canva Pro subscription for a year with Rs 349 recharge: Know benefits

  September 16, 2026 15:54 IST

  Jio has announced a new Canva subscription offer for eligible prepaid users. Customers recharging with select plans offering at least 2GB of daily data can get 12 months of Canva Pro Lite or Canva Pro at no additional cost, with the offer available through the MyJio app.

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  Flipkart Big Billion Days 2026 Sale starts from October 9: Check bank offers and early access

  September 16, 2026 14:17 IST

  Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2026 will begin on October 9 in India, with early access for select members starting October 8. The e-commerce platform has also teased bank discounts, cashback and special sale events across smartphones, laptops, appliances and other categories.

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  Xiaomi 18 Pro series officially teased with new rear screen that can run mini apps: What we know

  September 16, 2026 13:37 IST

  Xiaomi has officially teased the launch of its upcoming 18 Pro series in China, revealing a new Versatile Back Screen feature. The rear display will support small apps such as timers, reminders and recipe cards, offering more functionality than the previous-generation rear screen.

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  OPPO K14 Lite launched at Rs 16999: 7000mAh battery, 900 nits Display and more: Check offers

  September 16, 2026 11:57 IST

  OPPO has launched the K14 Lite in India with a 7,000mAh battery, a 120Hz display and the Unisoc T7250 processor. Starting priced at Rs 16,999, the device is available via the OPPO e-store and Flipkart, with an introductory bank discount bringing its effective price to Rs 15,999.

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  OnePlus 16 India launch reportedly cancelled: OnePlus 16R tipped to lead the lineup

  September 16, 2026 11:29 IST

  The OnePlus 16 may reportedly skip the Indian market, with the company instead expected to introduce the OnePlus 16R. A new teaser has also offered an early look at the OnePlus 16’s circular rear camera design and gaming-focused features.

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  Realme P4s Lite spotted on Google Play and BIS: Check expected RAM, storage and launch timeline

  September 16, 2026 11:05 IST

  Realme appears to be preparing to launch another affordable smartphone in India. The upcoming P4s Lite has been spotted on the Google Play Supported Devices list with model number RMX5398, after previously appearing on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) website.

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  iQOO 16 set to launch on September 29: 2K 165Hz display, 10,000 Nits brightness and more

  September 15, 2026 19:17 IST

  iQOO 16 will be unveiled in China on September 29 at 7:00 pm local time, which is 4:30 pm IST. The company has also revealed three colour options and several key display details, including a 2K resolution, 165Hz refresh rate and up to 10,000 nits of local peak brightness.

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  Vivo V80 India launch officially teased: 7200mAh battery, Zeiss camera and more

  September 15, 2026 18:46 IST

  Vivo V80 is expected to focus heavily on photography and is teased with a Zeiss-branded rear camera system. While the phone has not announced the launch date, leaks suggest that the phone could arrive in India in the first week of October.

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  Will UPI payments above Rs 2000 be charged? Government clarifies new rules

  September 15, 2026 17:15 IST

  The government clarified the rules on digital payments concerning over possible UPI fees. A new notification from the Ministry of Finance states that UPI transactions of up to Rs 2,000 and payments made through RuPay-powered debit cards cannot attract direct or indirect charges.

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  Google soon to give more control to Android 16 advanced protection: What may change?

  September 15, 2026 16:53 IST

  Google to give more control to Android users over some of the security features included in Advanced Protection Mode. According to an APK teardown of a recent Google Play Services build, the company may introduce a new “Expert features” section.

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  Lava Virat Curve India launches on September 21 with 6000mAh battery: Details revealed

  September 15, 2026 13:45 IST

  Lava Virat Curve set to launch on September 21, with a curved AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 7100 chipset, a 6,000mAh battery and a dual rear camera setup with a 50-megapixel Sony sensor.

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  Oppo F35 and F35 Pro design and colour options leak ahead of India launch: Details here

  September 16, 2026 11:30 IST

  Oppo F35 and F35 Pro could launch in India soon, with leaked images reportedly revealing the design and colour options of the upcoming smartphones. The two models are expected to feature different rear panel treatments and camera island designs.

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  Oracle layoffs reportedly begin as company plans up to USD 95 billion AI infrastructure spending

  September 15, 2026 12:22 IST

  Oracle has started another round of layoffs as the company continues to pour billions of dollars into AI infrastructure. The latest workforce reductions come amid a broader restructuring of the company and plans for significantly higher capital expenditure in fiscal 2027.

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  Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra may come with 5x Telephoto camera: Know more

  September 15, 2026 11:53 IST

  Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra could retain its 5x periscope telephoto camera, according to a new leak, contradicting earlier reports of a major camera setup change. Tipster claims that Samsung will continue using a 5x telephoto sensor similar to the one found on the Galaxy S26 Ultra and Galaxy S25 Ultra.

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  iPhone storage almost full? Tips to free up space without losing photos, videos

  September 15, 2026 11:11 IST

  Running out of storage on an iPhone can be frustrating, especially when photos and videos occupy a large portion of the available space. However, users do not always need to delete their favorite memories to make room for apps and other files.

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  Your 50MP smartphone camera talking 12MP photos? Actual reason is about pixel binning

  September 14, 2026 19:12 IST

  Many smartphones now come with 50MP, 64MP or even 200MP cameras, but the photos they capture by default can have a much lower resolution. This is usually not a camera problem. Instead, smartphones use a technology called pixel binning, which combines multiple pixels to improve light capture.

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  Lava Bold N4 Pro 5G India launch set for September 18: 6000mAh battery, 50MP camera revealed

  September 14, 2026 17:25 IST

  Lava has confirmed the India launch date of the Bold N4 Pro 5G, its upcoming smartphone featuring a 6,000mAh battery and 50-megapixel primary camera. The phone will launch on September 18 and will be available through Amazon in Gold and Blue colour options.

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  BGMI redeem codes active till September 25: Check free rewards and how to redeem?

  September 14, 2026 16:48 IST

  KRAFTON has released a new batch of 50 BGMI redeem codes as part of its ongoing redeem code calendar. The latest drop features the Frog Prince - Crowbar melee weapon skin, with the codes available for redemption until September 25.