Smartphone
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Your 50MP smartphone camera talking 12MP photos? Actual reason is about pixel binning
Technology | Sep 14, 2026, 07:12 PM ISTMany 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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iQOO 16 tipped to launch with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chip, 8400mAh battery and more
Technology | Sep 09, 2026, 10:30 AM ISTiQOO 16 is reportedly set to launch in September with a flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chipset, a 2K+ Samsung display with a 165Hz refresh rate and an 8,400mAh battery. The phone could also feature a dedicated gaming chip and a triple 50-megapixel rear camera setup.
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Ai+ Nova 2 Power specifications revealed ahead of India launch: Dimensity 7100, 7000mAh battery
Technology | Sep 08, 2026, 03:07 PM ISTAi+ is preparing to launch the Nova 2 Power smartphone in India. A Flipkart microsite has revealed key details, including a 7,000 mAh battery with 33 W charging, a MediaTek Dimensity 7100 chipset and two RAM and storage configurations. The phone will be offered in five colour options.
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Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate design with Creaseless tri-fold display, 50MP camera and HarmonyOS 7
Technology | Sep 08, 2026, 02:06 PM ISTHuawei launched Mate XT 2 | Ultimate Design, its latest tri-fold smartphone and the first device to feature the new Kirin 9050 Pro chipset and LogicFolding Tau (τ) chip. The phone brings a wing-like tri-fold design, upgraded cameras, HarmonyOS 7, satellite connectivity and enhanced durability.
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Oppo Find X10, Find X10 Pro Max on Geekbench: MediaTek Dimensity 9000 series chipsets tipped
Technology | Sep 07, 2026, 04:18 PM ISTOppo Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max have reportedly appeared on Geekbench, revealing key details about their processors, RAM, software and benchmark performance. The two upcoming flagship smartphones are expected to launch in China soon and could also make their way to India.
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Mivi One 5G launch date confirmed for September 24: Snapdragon chip, Flipkart sale and Camera design
Technology | Sep 04, 2026, 10:30 AM ISTMivi One 5G will launch in India on September 24. The phone will feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 5G platform, be manufactured in Hyderabad and sold exclusively through Flipkart, while its camera design has now been teased.
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Mivi One 5G confirmed to launch in September with Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset: What to expect?
Technology | Sep 02, 2026, 07:26 PM ISTMivi has confirmed the upcoming launch of the 'One 5G' smartphone in India. The company has revealed that the new phone will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset and will be available for purchase through Flipkart.
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Philips S7221 5G set to launch on September 2 with 64MP AI camera, 8GB RAM and more
Technology | Sep 01, 2026, 01:45 PM ISTPhilips S7221 5G is set to launch in September 2, and will be sold via Amazon. The handset is teased to feature a 120Hz display, 64-megapixel AI rear camera, up to 8GB RAM, 256GB storage and IP64-rated protection.
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Can you afford a smartphone above Rs 1 lakh? Understand the new math of premium phone ownership
Personal Finance | Aug 31, 2026, 05:03 PM ISTFor consumers with sufficient savings and no desire for a recurring commitment, buying outright may make sense. EMI can work for those who want immediate ownership but prefer to spread the payment over time.
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Running out of phone storage? Check these 2 hidden space-hungry culprits instantly
Technology | Aug 27, 2026, 10:00 AM ISTRunning out of phone storage does not always mean you need to delete your photos or buy a phone with more storage. A Tom’s Guide reader poll found that photos and hidden app cache were the two biggest storage problems, accounting for 83% of responses.
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Boltt Ace 5G, Evo launched in India with 6000mAh battery, 120Hz display: Price and features
Technology | Aug 26, 2026, 03:00 PM ISTBoltt has entered India’s smartphone market with the launch of the Ace 5G and Evo. Both budget smartphones feature 6.79-inch 120Hz displays and 6,000mAh batteries, while the Ace 5G also brings a 64-megapixel rear camera and 5G connectivity.
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Poco F9 Pro, F9 Ultra set to launch on September 1, with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip and
Technology | Aug 25, 2026, 02:43 PM ISTPoco F9 series is set to launch on September 1 and confirmed two models – the Poco F9 Pro and the Poco F9 Ultra. The phones are expected to be based on Redmi K100 series models sold in China and could feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, large batteries and fast charging.
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Ai+ Nova 2 Power announced with Dimensity 7100 chipset and new colour fusion design
Technology | Aug 25, 2026, 01:12 PM ISTAi+ Nova 2 Power is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7100 chipset through Project Open Review 2.0, which allows reviewers, creators, journalists and ethical hackers to independently test the smartphone before its consumer launch.
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POVA 8 Pro 5G now available in India with AI call summaries, alive matrix display
Technology | Aug 21, 2026, 12:22 PM ISTPOVA 8 Pro 5G is now available in India, bringing a unique Alive Matrix Display, a 50-megapixel Sony LYTIA camera with OIS, and an AI Assistant designed to record, transcribe and summarise calls.
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Poco M8x 5G India to launch on August 21 with new Snapdragon chip and 12GB RAM
Technology | Aug 17, 2026, 01:40 PM ISTPoco M8x 5G will launch on August 21 and will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 chipset and is expected to target the sub-Rs. 20,000 segment with a focus on performance, cooling and long-term usability.
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Redmi 17 5G with 7500mAh battery launched globally: Price, features and more
Technology | Aug 11, 2026, 06:33 PM ISTXiaomi has launched the Redmi 17 5G and Redmi 17 4G in select global markets, bringing a large 7,500mAh battery, 120Hz display and Android 16-based HyperOS 3. The 5G model is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 chip, while the 4G variant uses a MediaTek Helio G91-Ultra SoC.
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Boltt Ace 5G and Evo to launch on August 25 with AI cameras and Gemini features
Technology | Aug 11, 2026, 03:28 PM ISTBoltt will launch its first smartphones, the Ace 5G and Evo, in India on August 25. Ahead of the debut, the company has revealed their camera specifications and Google AI features, including AI photography tools, Circle to Search, Google Lens and Gemini-powered capabilities.
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Redmi K100 Pro confirmed with custom Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V chip, 185Hz display ahead of launch
Technology | Aug 05, 2026, 11:10 AM ISTRedmi K100 Pro will feature a custom Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V Series chipset, a dedicated AI gaming graphics chip, a 6.59-inch display with up to a 185Hz refresh rate, and an advanced cooling system.
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Lava Virat V1 5G and Virat V1 now available at Rs 8999 onwards: Check price, features and offers
Technology | Aug 04, 2026, 06:31 PM ISTLava Virat V1 5G and Virat V1 are now on sale via Flipkart and the Lava India website, with launch prices starting at Rs. 8,999. Both smartphones feature a clean Android experience, IP64-rated durability, expandable storage, and large batteries, targeting budget-conscious buyers.
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Phone got wet in rain? These 5 simple tips can help prevent serious damage
Technology | Jul 31, 2026, 08:45 AM ISTIf you have someone whose phone fell in the water and now it is not working properly, then here are some smart ways to get this fixed at home before it damages your device as well as your pocket. Here are 5 steps you should follow immediately after your phone gets wet.